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CharlieMurphy
Profile Blog Joined March 2006
United States22895 Posts
Last Edited: 2008-09-25 20:04:03
September 24 2008 22:09 GMT
#1
(actually MacDuffee, but close enough)

I've never done any of these things before and these are my skills based on my own abilities, word of mouth knowledge, manuals, and in some cases a google search.

=============================

Changed My Oil/Oil Filter:

Tools used:
Giant Pipe Wrench (for getting that damned 'hand-tightened' oil filter off),
Oil,
Oil Filter,
Towel(s),
Old Cat litter box (for catching old oil),
5/8ths wrench,

Time: A few hours
Money: 13$
http://www.teamliquid.net/blogs/viewblog.php?topic_id=74982

=============================

Installed Car Stereo:

Tools Used:
A 3/4ths wrench,
A Philips (plus) screwdriver,
A Razor Blade,
Electrical Tape,
The Stereo,
The Wiring,
The Mounting Kit,

Time: More than a few hours
Money: ~160$ (plays/charges ipod and has remote)

http://www.teamliquid.net/blogs/viewblog.php?topic_id=68477

==========================

Rescued Keys From My Car:

Tools:
Really long stick,
Broom Handle,
Gift Cards,
Metal Hook Hanger (for hanging products on the wall),
Finger Dexterity,
Bicep/Tricep Endurance,
Lots of Patience,

Time: 20 minutes
Money: 0$

http://www.teamliquid.net/blogs/viewblog.php?topic_id=73139

============================

NEW STORY ABOUT SPARK PLUGS SOON...

Tools:
Gritty Sandpaper,
Socket wrench,
Spark Plug Ignition Wire (set),

Time: Half a Day (trips back and forth from Kragen)
Money: 30$ (after all said and done)

=============================


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P.S. BONUS:
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Angus is MacGyver's first name.



I also built my computer from scratch last year and I've never built one before.
But I did get some help from 1 guy so that doesn't really count.


*
..and then I would, ya know, check em'. (Aka SpoR)
HotZhot
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
Colombia677 Posts
September 24 2008 22:23 GMT
#2
So is this what you been searching that cat picture for? not bad, not bad at all. Also you should add: PRICELESS at the end, reading your blog reminded me of the mastercard commercials.
I only smile in the darK [] sAviOr//JaeDong Fan 4 Ever ~ CJ Entusman # 7
Frits
Profile Joined March 2003
11782 Posts
September 24 2008 22:29 GMT
#3
Since when does Macgyver use manuals or google.

"Oh shit time to put some shit together to save the day better google this bitch."
Naib
Profile Blog Joined November 2004
Hungary4843 Posts
September 24 2008 22:33 GMT
#4
Dat iz only bcuz MacGahver existed on teh internetz befur LoLCats.

Amirite?

...

Stop this shit while you can, please

(protest: 4chan memes as bannable offense!)
Complete the cycle!
arb
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
Noobville17921 Posts
September 24 2008 22:39 GMT
#5
Finally an excuse to post this!

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The real macgyver
Artillery spawned from the forges of Hell
micronesia
Profile Blog Joined July 2006
United States24680 Posts
September 24 2008 22:41 GMT
#6
I have no problem with you experimenting, but in all honesty it makes more sense to just have your oil changed by a mechanic. Even my dad feels that way and he does virtually every job he's capable of otherwise.
ModeratorThere are animal crackers for people and there are people crackers for animals.
Frits
Profile Joined March 2003
11782 Posts
September 24 2008 22:45 GMT
#7
On September 25 2008 07:41 micronesia wrote:
I have no problem with you experimenting, but in all honesty it makes more sense to just have your oil changed by a mechanic. Even my dad feels that way and he does virtually every job he's capable of otherwise.


Wait are you suggesting CM might've done something stupid?

Surely you jest!
CharlieMurphy
Profile Blog Joined March 2006
United States22895 Posts
Last Edited: 2008-09-24 22:53:53
September 24 2008 22:52 GMT
#8
Why does it make more sense to get a mechanic to change your oil?

Here are some Cons I can think of :

-Gotta drive there and waste countless hours for them to do it.
-Usually costs 10-20 bucks more than if you did it yourself.
-You know exactly what is going on in your car and change the oil exactly as good as you want. If they do it who knows how good/bad of a job they will do.
-You can put whatever oil you want in, not just whatever they wanna put in (cheaply).
..and then I would, ya know, check em'. (Aka SpoR)
capek
Profile Joined September 2008
United States585 Posts
September 24 2008 23:59 GMT
#9
On September 25 2008 07:41 micronesia wrote:
I have no problem with you experimenting, but in all honesty it makes more sense to just have your oil changed by a mechanic. Even my dad feels that way and he does virtually every job he's capable of otherwise.

I actually think an oil change is the easiest thing to do on that list and people (if you know what you are doing) are perfectly capable of doing it themselves.
Installing a stereo is a little less advised.
Chef
Profile Blog Joined August 2005
10810 Posts
September 25 2008 00:19 GMT
#10
Heresy. You aren't worthy of licking the dirt off of MacGyver's shoes.
LEGEND!! LEGEND!!
micronesia
Profile Blog Joined July 2006
United States24680 Posts
September 25 2008 01:36 GMT
#11
On September 25 2008 08:59 capek wrote:
Show nested quote +
On September 25 2008 07:41 micronesia wrote:
I have no problem with you experimenting, but in all honesty it makes more sense to just have your oil changed by a mechanic. Even my dad feels that way and he does virtually every job he's capable of otherwise.

I actually think an oil change is the easiest thing to do on that list and people (if you know what you are doing) are perfectly capable of doing it themselves.
Installing a stereo is a little less advised.

It saves you very little money, it's very messy, and you have to access the bottom of the car. A bad combination imo.
ModeratorThere are animal crackers for people and there are people crackers for animals.
Not_Computer
Profile Blog Joined January 2007
Canada2277 Posts
Last Edited: 2008-09-25 02:22:58
September 25 2008 02:09 GMT
#12
lol, I learned to change car tires, change oil, maintain brakepads, brake lights... via Internet guides! Though I've never done the stereo and spark plug. With great power comes great responsibility, yo.

As for MacGyverism, how many ways can you use a map?

edit: nice gif! :O
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