![DoThingsMakeStuff](/img/default-banner.jpg)
- 28
- 743 184
DoThingsMakeStuff
Приєднався 10 бер 2016
For years people have been asking me how I built something or where I learned to do what I do. I've been pointing people toward youtube video's and suggesting that the best way to learn new things is to try it out! This channel is a place for me to both try new things out and show you my learnings, as well as hopefully pass on any learnings that I can! At a bare minimum, it's a place for me to record some of the sweet things I get to make and do!
There is nothing like doings things and making stuff.
There is nothing like doings things and making stuff.
Riverbend Ranch Retreat Center Build!
Welcome to the latest update on the exciting developments at Riverbend Ranch! In this video, we take you behind the scenes to showcase the progress of our barn and cabin construction projects at Riverbend Ranch. Join us as we share the latest updates, insights, and a glimpse of the hard work that's transforming our space into something truly special. Stay tuned for more exciting developments, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay up-to-date with our journey!
Переглядів: 120
Відео
Giving Scribit Another Chance, new updates, changes, and it's awesome!
Переглядів 2,4 тис.2 роки тому
15:19 - Recap Here's the deal. I bought the scribit on Kickstarter years ago and when I changed jobs and moved to the ranch I left it behind. Scribit reached out and asked me to do an updated review and check out some of their changes and I'm impressed. The pens are a huge improvement, the setup and function just seemed to work better for me this time. I would still say the scribit is for a spe...
WE MOVED to a ranch in Tennessee!
Переглядів 7043 роки тому
We picked up from California and left for Tennessee. There seems to be a great migration happening this way right now. We didn't move to get out of California but left because of an amazing job opportunity. I've taking the director roll at a non profit boys home that is on a working cattle ranch. There are some big changed ahead for me and my family and I hope to bring you along for it!
Why I love my X-Carve and WONT be getting the pro... for now.
Переглядів 36 тис.3 роки тому
I love my X-Carve! I love Inventables! But the X-carve pro feels like it missed the mark for their current customer base. I wanted to spend a little time talking about my X-Carve and sharing some thoughts on why I won't be getting a PRO model any time soon. X-Carve PRO Thoughts - 15:17 My Set up and Bits I use - 22:36 Upgraded Parts TBD CNC - Risers and Stiffeners - www.tbdcnc.com/shop/x-carve-...
I bought a pop-up camper sight unseen at 1AM! WHAT DID I DO!?
Переглядів 6293 роки тому
I purchased a trailer because I realized I was going to be working from home for at least 6 more months. It is intended to be a temporary purchase that I will sell when this has over. I wanted to share with you what I learned day 1 after purchasing it and help you if you're thinking about doing the same thing!
Easy DIY: Screen Door Replacement, Save some big money!
Переглядів 1864 роки тому
I saved over $400 by doing this myself. This is such an easy project! Sorry for the poor audio, I was testing out a new set up and clearly, I need some more work! Gyroscopic Drill ($99) - amzn.to/37KuOgH Home Depot Screen Doors - thd.co/3hNaQGS Let me know if you have any questions in the comments below! Please subscribe to help me out and like this video!
EBL AA Lithium Best Rechargeable Battery? Review
Переглядів 48 тис.4 роки тому
Years ago, we switched our whole house over to AA rechargeable batteries and never looked back. I've been waiting for a company to make a rechargeable lithium aa battery, and today is the day! AA EBL Lithium Rechargeable Batteries - amzn.to/3bHrh3X AA EBL Batteries - amzn.to/3aMAWoL
DIY Table Top Ring and Hook Game - Easy DIY Ring Toss Tiki Game
Переглядів 27 тис.4 роки тому
I used to play this a ton with my dad when I was younger. I thought this would be a fun easy project that my son would love to play! He's 3 and hasn't stopped in the last couple of hours so its a winner! Supplies: Ring Hook String Tiki Toss - amzn.to/2JLPJoC Or buy them for cheaper from Home Depot next time you go.
Epoxy Charcuterie Board Giveaway!
Переглядів 1204 роки тому
I've been wanting to do 2 things. 1. During these hard times, I wanted to give some stuff away because I know people are struggling and I thought this would be something fun to do right now! 2. Have a community designed project! Follow on Instagram to give feedback, vote and enter to win this board! Instagram: dothingsmakestuff How to enter: 1. Subscribe to this UA-cam Channel 2....
Scribit 4 Months Later Final Thoughts, Review - I'm not sold
Переглядів 13 тис.4 роки тому
After 4 months of owning the Scribit, I'm not sold. I like it, people like watching it, its a really cool piece of tech but its missing something still that feels really important for usability. I will continue to have high hopes but today it still feels like a work in process. I'm not getting rid of mine by any means but I have 3 or 4 things that I really hope they still figure out and work on...
Shop Talk with Jed: Walrus Oil
Переглядів 2784 роки тому
I was spending some time in the garage shooting some video for the next video I'm working on, and my son Jed took over. He recorded 30 minutes of video 100% unprompted, and its some of the best content I have. So enjoy a good laugh or to brighten up your day with a few minutes with Jed. I'm thinking Jed will start showing up more in some of my videos because I love his face, and I think he is s...
Scribit Update Video, Vertical Plotter wall drawing robot UPDATE
Переглядів 13 тис.4 роки тому
I've had the Scribit for 2 months now, and I have some learnings! This is an update video to share some of my learnings, updates, and tips as I continue to try and new features out. I'm assuming that scribit will continue to release new updates and information. When they do, I'll test them out and keep you in the loop! If you have any specific questions you would like answered or tested, please...
Scribit Full Review - See set up, drawing and my final thoughts!
Переглядів 73 тис.4 роки тому
To Skip and see the review only jump to 9:12 I purchased the scribit 2 years ago and have been so excited to get this thing on the wall and running. I do believe that this is an excellent option for a low-cost vertical plotter BUT... There are absolutely some things that need to be improved. To Check out Scribits website - bit.ly/scribit1 Crayola Ultra Washable Markers - amzn.to/2LO0qr0 From Sc...
THE FIRST Scribit Unboxing Video!
Переглядів 2,9 тис.5 років тому
UPS just dropped on the scribit on my doorstep and IM STOKED! The scribit is a vertical plotter or essentially a wall drawing robot! I spend so much time doing graphics, wall decals and this is going to take all of it up to a whole nother level! Here is Scribits Website - bit.ly/scribit1 The worlds first draw and erase robot. In the next few days ill be doing a more extensive review and video o...
Titan SurvivorCord Paracord DIY Shoelaces with wire, fishing line and fire starter!
Переглядів 5695 років тому
Why buy shoelaces when you can make your own! I ran into some issues with the lace tips and the crimpers but ended up not using either which so far has been the best solution. The SurvivorCord is LEGIT and I'll be buying a few more for each of my vehicles and my get home bag. Links for products used in the video. TItan SurvivorCord - amzn.to/2Y5hoG9 Shoe Lace Tips - amzn.to/2GX1zLO Wire Crimper...
DIY Sliding Closet Doors Part 2 - Easy DIY
Переглядів 52 тис.5 років тому
DIY Sliding Closet Doors Part 2 - Easy DIY
Break down large sheets of plywood with this quick and cheap out feed table!
Переглядів 9 тис.6 років тому
Break down large sheets of plywood with this quick and cheap out feed table!
My DIY Solar Generator and Rechargeable Battery Review
Переглядів 36 тис.6 років тому
My DIY Solar Generator and Rechargeable Battery Review
Wood Hatchet One Day Build, Diresta Style
Переглядів 25 тис.7 років тому
Wood Hatchet One Day Build, Diresta Style
::FAIL:: Slingshot Basketball to the face!
Переглядів 1227 років тому
::FAIL:: Slingshot Basketball to the face!
LED Retrofit Light Installation for $3, EASY DIY
Переглядів 16 тис.7 років тому
LED Retrofit Light Installation for $3, EASY DIY
DIY Sliding Closet Doors, Easy Do It Yourself
Переглядів 374 тис.7 років тому
DIY Sliding Closet Doors, Easy Do It Yourself
Pathetic customer service. Fraudulent service, saved my card details even though I have deleted them. Refuse to refund even though I have cancelled the service within free trial and deleted my card details.
Found that EBL does honor their warrant. Sad as it it it's true.
I just learned about the Impossible Shot incentive at a youth conference today. Are you still selling the targets? I would love to implement this super fun reward system for my group, especially to encourage bringing new friends to church.
Hey, I am not making these anymore. It just wasn’t cost-efficient but if you send me an email, I’d be happy to send you over some graphics! Or to be honest It can be anything! Let your students make one and design it!
don't they explode because of the usb openings? Are they safe?
Nope not at all, the lithium cells are sealed. They don’t pose any more of a fire risk than your phone
I know this is an older thread but you might still read it so here is a thought...if you got a round or flat AA battery holder and placed three 1.2 volt nickel metal hydride batteries in it then the voltage would only be 3.6v or less; which is exactly what most electronics require without over-volting the device and burning it out...plus the run time is phenomenal...just a thought.
ALL EBL is JUNK !!!!!~~~~~~~~
Bunch of cheap ass products. Might be 40 bucks worth of stuff
While the EBL NMH batteries are rated from 2800 mah on the packaging & on the side of the battery. If you were to check test the actual battery capacity by using an inexpensive battery analyzer?The actual capacity is on average 70% of 2800 mah which equals approximately 1900-2000 mah of actual battery capacity with several variables possibly affecting the results.Taking into consideration, the fact that the batteries are so much cheaper than many other brands? This may not matter to most people. This is more of an FYI regarding boosted numbers in order to increase sales over other competitors by boasting how much higher rated capacity on the packaging when compared to testing the batteries. Unfortunately, most of the Asian battery manufactures utilize this tactic. The only way to find out the capacity is to either test batteries yourself or watch several different UA-cam videos in order to find what brand of battery best suits ones needs .
2+ years ago, bought elb white batteries (rechargable). They slowly die and I have been throwing one away every once in a while as they refuse to recharge. I prefer amazon rechargable. just one opinion.
For me the moskito will be great my camp is in the bayou 😅
Cool review. Something interesting I found: my NiMH batteries (Eneloop, EBL white, Tenergy Premium Pro) can’t reliably power my ancient point-and-shoot cameras whatsoever (Samsung S85 and S850). None of the alkaline AAs I tried were much better. Cameras were useless until I tried the EBL black microUSB Li-Ion rechargeables. Both cameras have dependably cracked off several dozen shots with lots of display on time and photo scrolling and stuff. No telling how long they’ll go (too early for me to report).
I don't get it. So, which battery technology gives you more battery life for your camera? The older Ni-MH? Or the newer Li-Ion? [because of their converter, btw, I'm worried the Li-Ion might damage a certain electrical appliance..]
@@eladbari These EBLs were the only ones I tried that would reliably operate my old Samsungs listed in my earlier response: Amazon listing “EBL AA Battery 1.5V AA Lithium ion Batteries 3300mWh High Capacity with Micro USB Cable, 2 Hours Quick Charge USB AA Rechargeable Batteries 4 Packs”
Before wasting your money did you not watch other reviews on the con, yes it's a con!!, you have to have room for the electronics and that space is capacity and less is not more.
Hi sir we are also stuck on 5:55 please let me know how to connect properly. thank you
Any chance you're still selling the targets?
I’m currently not making them anymore but I can send you the graphics so that you can print your own!
The lithium rechargable AA's will have protection in them to cut them off discharging so when your child leaved them in a toy they wont be damaged. Also when i get a NiMH battery thatwont charge i put 1.2v across it fot 30 seconds with a bench PSU and then drop it in to the charger and it works fine after that.
I use these exact batteries to power my telescope mount and for that purpose they provide phenomenal performance. With these powering my mount I can track Jupiter flawlessly at 850x in -17c temps, no other power source even those designed for telescopes could provide that level of precision. These provide a constant 1.5v of power to the motors which is what they need to be precise right down to 10% capacity and can run my mount for up to 24 hours. My set is about 3.5 years old now and still providing the same performance and about 22 hours of runtime.
great video. question: how come you don't put the guiders on the top (out of the way)?
The integrated “charger” takes up considerable space in the shell… I’m a huge fan of lithium ion and lithium iron phosphate (LifePO4), but every engineer I’ve spoken to has said the AA and AAA form factor are just not there yet. I love EBL NiMh and use hundreds in our emergency radio gear. (public safety portable radios and older PASS alarm units) self-discharge issue doesn’t really come into play nowadays, especially with EnerLoop and EBL. If you’re stuck using lithium AA and/or AAA, go with external chargers. EBL and Tenergy make nice chargers but only a few have USB-C as an option, and I detest micro-USB. Nice video and channel..Thanks!
Great video. Have been looking at the 4x2 pro and the x carve. Guess your video is a few years old now so the x carve price has gone up a bit. I currently have an epilog laser and am looking at a CNC machine to compliment it
How was it compared today?
Honestly it kinda just hangs on my wall as a conversation piece. Currently I don’t have a consistent need for it to be used. It’s fun to show people and watch it draw. It works well for fun and art, not really a need for function where I’m at right now
The only problem that I've had with rechargeable Li Ion batteries is the blocking of the AM band on radios. This is likely due to the protective circuitry. I use them in lighting equipment, and not much else.
Really!? I had no idea that’s great information!
I think what you are doing is awesome! What kind of retreats will you be having there? Going to subscribe 🙌
Thanks! We’re open to doing different types but the goal is to focus on family health as well as pastoral coaching and support!
I run mine fast and hard too. no problems. the pro is too much $$$$
If my closet has 120” opening what size doors and track should I get? Thank you!
KENTLI's are the best. Hands down!
I dont get so once it gets to eithee side you keep going? How do younonow the game stops or is done.:/
It stops when you land the ring on the hook!
Those non-rechargeable Li EBLs are for smoke detectors.
Nice job thank u for sharing ur skills 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
The price per ton of lithium has gone nuts!
What are you using for a charger?
Honestly, I have gone through a few recently. This is the one I currently use the most and like - amzn.to/3NWxgGu It handles my Lithium batteries as well as all the others. Seems to charge my batteries that are so low my other chargers won't pick up. I've used multiple EBLS which are just ok. I had a nitecore i4 I used for years that just died. They don't make that model anymore but nitecore has a bunch of new ones.
I did not get to see how the doors slide open...
Check out part 2, the video got to be too long
Great information & video. Thank you!
So would you cut a 3/4” plywood the same or are these portable table saws not meant for thicker and wider sheets. My wife wants me to redo her closet and was thinking about buying a portable table saw, if it works for a complete sheet?
I used it for a complete sheet but honestly most the time if not all the time unless I have a big flat out feed table I clamp and straight edge and use a circular saw. Much less fuss
@@DoThingsMakeStuff so circular saw over table saw for big sheets, got it. Thank you!
@@erk-1 unless you’ve got a bit out feed table circular saw is just easier
@@DoThingsMakeStuff Negative, I have a circular saw. I'll role with that. Thanks
I bought a blink security camera and they only use Lithium batteries. Very expensive as you know. I am going to try these thanks
So toys that are recommended for 1.5 volt alkaline batteries are built for 1.2 volt rechargeable. They can be recharged 10,000 or even just 3000 times? Try 1000 to 1500 if you're lucky. You obviously did not do much research before making your video because you didn't know that all lithium batteries like these are rated in mWh because it takes into account the voltage. It has nothing to do with marketing and to say that says alot about your knowledge on the subject of lithium rechargeable batteries. The reason the toy ran faster is definitely because of the voltage. And from what I've read while doing research is that EBL batteries have a failure rate higher than other rechargeable batteries. If you want good, if not the best Ni-MH batteries buy Panasonic eneloops. Made in Japan because any battery made there is better than the China made junk.
Thanks for making part 2 , it answered my questions and I was able to see the doors open thanks to your son. Any suggestions if the floor is carpeted ?
Why didn't you include video showing how the doors slide by each other ? I waited and waited to see how 4 doors in one opening function, so disappointed you didn't think to include that !
Question, are all 4 doors on 1 track? I plan on doing this this weekend. Just confused on how to add them to 1 track.
Yup it’s one track but the track has two “tracks” that the doors hang on so one set can go in front of the other
Your video is perfect. Well done
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Some of my thoughts: The rechargeable lithium batteries have a reduced capacity due to the charging, protection, and voltage regulation circuitry they have to put into them, because the cells are actually 3.7 volts that have to be stepped down to 1.5 volts. Currently, there are no chargers that can recognize this type of battery and charge them correctly, which is why all that circuitry is in the battery. The benefit is that they have a flat discharge curve (unlike an alkaline) and higher 1.5 volt output (unlike an nimh or nicd). That makes them useful where you may have sensitive circuits that don’t run well at less than 1.5 volts or where you want slightly more power like flashlights. True, they don’t last as long as non-rechargeable lithium, but they can be recharged like 1000 to 1200 times, so they more than pay for themselves. They also hold a charge for a long time. Additionally, they can be used in high drain devices where alkaline can’t. They also don’t leak their guts all over the place when they are drained or left in a device for years. Also, having a tiny cord for charging and either a wall wort or power pack makes them highly portable. They aren’t a panacea, but they definitely fill a need. I use them for multimeters and other test equipment, remotes, flashlights, and things where nimh batteries lack the necessary horsepower. Regarding cells that are drained and won’t charge, you should try jump starting them before tossing them. Basically, take a good battery, the drained battery, and a couple of paper clips. Place a paper clip on the table and set both negative ends on the paper clip, then take the other paper clip and touch it to the two positive ends for a second or two, but no more than that. That should be enough to impart a very slight voltage to the drained cell. Then try to charge it in the charger. You might need to cycle the battery a few times between charge and discharge to restore it properly. However, if the battery behaves oddly, such as gets really hot or charges/discharges abnormally fast, it may be defective and should then be tossed.
Been stressing about what to put up for my bf's wall closet that I created for him and feeling inspired by the way you hung these! I want the doors to open from either direction, but definitely want the center to meet the way you hung these! Also, I will be hanging from the ceiling, so will need longer doors. Thanks for taking the time to post this video!
We are having renovations and they put these plastic sliders in for our triple door, when the doors are pushed to one side they never line up perfectly going all the way back to other side. Any other suggestions?
I.have a SainSmart but so small wish they had a place to go look at wife love it d For makings for church hope it Does it van I make a dsigh.with 3/4
Dang! I really wish you would've shown full shot of the final doors and shown them sliding on the track once they were all installed... Missing punch line to an otherwise awesome video.
Hey Karina! Had to make a part two, the video got too long! Check my videos for that one
Very helpful video!! Thanks a lot. I have 81 in height closet and slab size is 80 inch. Do I have to cut off half inch? If I have to I would like to do at the store because I don't have saw myself.
where did you get them printed?
Hey can you post a video about your fold out design you did for this? Thanks!!!
8:55 happy wife happy life homie. xD
Is that the stock stock boot