Extend Keyless Entry Range

In this video, I'll show you how to add a bigger antenna to your vehicle's keyless entry system to extend the range.

You'll need the normal soldering tools, as well as a long piece of wire. I used a 14g electrical wire, but even speaker wire would work.

Optionally, a car trim pry tool would be helpful, which can be purchased here on eBay.

Install new TPMS sensors in your tires by yourself!

As promised, here is my follow-up video where I show you how to install new TPMS sensors in a tire that is already mounted on a rim. Do this if you are replacing an existing TPMS sensor, or if you are adding a sensor where you had a regular rubber valve before.

I am installing Autel MX Sensors in my winter tires. In my previous post, I showed you how to program these sensors. If you missed that, read it here: https://www.gabeshacks.com/2016/10/how-to-clone-and-program-new-tpms.html

Here's a tip I learned later: Drive a nail through the two boards into the small piece so they don't slip.

How to clone and program new TPMS sensors with Autel MX Sensors & MaxiTPMS PAD

Here I show you how you can buy TPMS sensors on the cheap and clone your existing ones to avoid having to visit your dealer to reprogram your vehicle. Use this if you are replacing a broken TPMS sensor, or if you want to install new ones, especially in winter tires, for example.

I'm doing this for my 2009 Honda Odyssey EX-L, but the principles apply to any supported vehicle.

Since I posted this video, Autel has released a new sensor that works on both 315MHz and 433MHz called the "1-Sensor", so you don't need to worry about which frequency your vehicle works on. To figure out if these sensors will work with your vehicle, go to this page, click on "Downloads" and download the document called "TS508_V6.19_FunctionList_" that ends with the two-letter code for the global market you are in ("US" for North America): https://www.maxitpms.com/tpmscms/product2/794.jhtml That spreadsheet will also tell you whether your vehicle automatically learns new TPMS sensors. If it says "A", then you do not need programmable sensors at all. Just buy any compatible sensor that works on the right frequency for your vehicle. You can order the programmable MX sensors online: eBay (shipped from China) Amazon.com (shipped from US) And the programmer: Autel MaxiTPMS PAD (eBay - from China)

Note: All links are affiliate links, meaning that when you use these links, eBay will give me a percentage of anything you spend, at no cost to you. This helps me justify to my wife spending time on these videos. Thank you! :)

And here's the video:

Why I started wet shaving: the money!

Here's a video about why I started wet shaving. It does give you a better shave, but the main reason I made the switch is for the cost. Here I explain how I got started wet shaving, and what you will need to get started. I won't give you a ton of options, since that can get confusing. I'll just tell you what I bought. If you do the same, it's a great starting point.

The short story is: It'll cost you about $50 US to get started, and the only ongoing costs are soap and blades, which are super cheap.


Here are the links to everything I talked about in the video:

How to Shave in 120 Seconds: https://youtu.be/38Sz1QxjQwk

Merkur 34C Razor
Canada: http://amzn.to/2dnZdHl
UK: http://amzn.to/2dC8tqu
US: http://amzn.to/2dzX6QR

Omega brushes
Canada: http://amzn.to/2dmQLdT
UK: http://amzn.to/2dDZx4k
US: http://amzn.to/2dmQqYO

Prorazo green soap
Canada: http://amzn.to/2cOOkdI
UK: http://amzn.to/2dE02v6
US: http://amzn.to/2dmQyaK

Astra Superior blades (100 pack)
Canada: http://amzn.to/2dNJmAb
UK: http://amzn.to/2e27xib
US: http://amzn.to/2dNIviZ

Fitibit Charge / Charge HR - Replace Broken Band!

Officially, there is no way to replace a band on a Fitbit Charge or Charge HR. Unofficially, here's how you do it:

You'll have to buy a replacement band for a Garmin Vivofit. Search eBay and you can get one from China for $1. Or if you just can't wait and you're willing to pay more, you can buy them on Amazon:

US: http://amzn.to/2c1qATJ
UK: http://amzn.to/2e27dzS
Canada: http://amzn.to/2c893wu

Optionally, you can also get a "Fitbit Charge Cover" to go over top. Search eBay for one cheap from China, or Amazon:

US: http://amzn.to/2bSE2zd
UK: http://amzn.to/2dAPWOM
Canada: http://amzn.to/2c89Qh7

And here's a video of how to put it all together:

Make your own floating acoustic guitar mount

As promised, here is how I made a wall mount for my acoustic guitar. It worked out nicely, except that I damaged the paint on our wall a bit while installing it :( I'll need to patch that.

If you prefer to just buy something, Monoprice does carry a cheap horizontal guitar mount, but it's not as pretty: https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=602131

Make your own floating electric guitar mount

So I thought I'd start making YouTube videos too. For my first one, I'll show you how to mount an electric guitar horizontally on the wall so it looks almost like it's floating there. Since we've been finishing our basement, and my wife decided to accent the room with red, I thought my cherry red Epiphone Dot would look brilliant on the wall.

There are other hangers that can mount your guitar horizontally, if you're willing to pay for it. For example,

Monoprice: http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=602130

Woodies Hangers on Amazon:
US: http://amzn.to/2a3p3zZ
UK: http://amzn.to/2dAPNef
Canada: http://amzn.to/2akGxXC

But I like what I did better, especially since I had all the materials hanging around already, so it was free!

I will be doing a similar project with my acoustic guitar, so keep an eye out for that if you're interested.