r/repair

These are pretty old hedge, trimmers wooden handle metal blades with a bolt in between the two blades. It was originally opened, and I sprayed WD-40 all over it, and I even greased it up with other lubricant, and I used a hammer to try and close it, which got it closed like this but now it won’t even budge. Is there a solution beyond what I’ve tried? I’ve considered dunking it in a rust remover, hoping that might work?

Hey everyone. I figured this might be an appropriate sub to ask about spray cans in general...and in my instance, regarding cans of bug spray, WD-40 spray, etc.

This never used to happen to me in the past, but more recently, it seems that every can of this or that which I buy....that the spray tops keep falling off...they are not securely attached to the can itself. So I have to hold the spray top in place, with one hand, while pressing on the 'spray' button with the other hand.

Is it just me or has something changed in how such can/spray tops are designed and/or attached? Is there a reason why they are now designed to enable the spray top to easily come off? Or could it just be that the overall quality of such cans and their spray tops has deteriorated?

Thanks!

HiFuture Tour headphones, Made in China. Was putting them on as I usually do, then the left side cracked. They still work fine.
How can i fix them because i would still like to use them. Is buying an universal headband suitable or is a DIY fix the only way. With glue i don’t think it would hold for long.

Hey, I accidentally (broke?) sprained the hinges of my glasses and I have to take the plane on Monday morning (10AM). Everything is closed on Sundays in Switzerland so I cannot buy new glasses or replace the hinges with the help of a pro. Thankfully, I’ve got a “pro” kit. I just need to figure out how to put the metallic parts in their own places again (to twist them maybe?). I removed the hinges. Important detail, the hinges were hard and didn’t move, I had to unscrew them. At least they weren’t loose. I thought about warming the metallic parts up but sadly my glasses are made out of acetate. Any ideas? Thanks 🙏🏻

Hello guys. I bought this 2024 Chevrolet Cavalier, turbo 3-cylinder 1.3 L, in Mexico in January. I bought an extra guarantee from the agency, which is provided by an insurance company. The issue is that (I'm so embarrassed), but the first month, I fell into a hole and broke the transmission. However, the issue has been fixed. But since it happened so soon after I bought it, I don't remember if this sound was there before, and it took an average of 3-4 months for my regular insurance
Company to fix it. I went with the guy who fixed the transmission, and he said it's not in the transmission but in the brakes.
It sounds like this when the car is cold, and I change from P to D or R, but even more when I release the brake and start driving. It sounds In the front of the car, and I can feel a subtle vibration on the brakes when I release them.

Once you have this context, I don't know if I should get it checked by the guarantee from the agency, but they have told me that if the problem has nothing to do with a fabrication issue, I should pay for the diagnosis in a shop that is expensive (the agency shop), or go directly to another mechanic to make him check it.

I am writing here with the hope that somebody could know something about this sound, because I have seen a lot of videos of brakes and transmission sounds, and I don't know what to do. Help a girl.

I found this camera in my dad’s storage and I’m just wondering if I should take it into a shop to try and find out whats wrong with it. The camera isn’t turning on I tested the batteries and they are brand new, cleaned off the battery terminals, and made sure the batteries were in the right place. I also checked the manual and it didn’t say anything about the issues I’m having.

I’m seeking suggestions on how to re-cover or repair this kayak seat.

Was loaned a kayak long-term and told I could do whatever I like with the seat.

The original outer plastic-like coating was mostly peeled off, and a couple of extra EVA foam sheets were duct taped down over it (1st pic).

I removed the seat to clean it and investigate how to repair or fix it better. It appears to be (thermo?) molded EVA foam (2nd pic, bottom of seat), with a fabric cover, that had the original vinyl-like coating glued onto it (3rd pic).

Is there a glue fabric combination that could be used to recover it?

Alternatively, would it be a bad idea to cover it with overlapping 4” strips of Gorilla Waterproof tape, making sure to press it down into the contours of the seat?

We recently remodeled our kitchen and had the hardwood floors refinished throughout the first floor which was included in our project. The floor person did the kitchen floor first, dried, looked great, and then did the living room floor. The plastic sheet between the rooms was left up and he did not blend it probably between rooms. He did blend well between the kitchen and family room. In any event, our general contractor says he doesn’t want to “mess” with it as it could end up looking worse. Is that true? Are we supposed to accept it as is? Our house was built in 1962.

Apologies abt the slight rant in advance!

Tbh I think I’m 99% sure that these are either beyond repair or not worth the money to try and fix.

I’m completely new to bikes and was offered two bikes from one of my coworkers as I mentioned I was thinking of getting a bike to commute to work but wasn’t bothered to pay such a hefty sum at once as I was saving for something else. I was also aware my work offers a cycle to work scheme but I was debating whether it’d be worth it as I’d be leaving my job soon anyways so I’d have to pay a lump sum anyways when I eventually leave.

Initially, my coworker heard that I was looking for a bike and asked me to send my address as they had two old bikes that they don’t use and could give them to me for free, and I did bc I knew if I didn’t send it then I’d probably forget to later. Two hours go by and I thought they hadn’t seen my text as it didn’t come up as read and they hadn’t replied. And tbh I thought we would begin discussing when to drop it off and talk a bit more abt the condition of the bikes but to my dismay my coworker had already dropped it off at my house while I was out after work. I didn’t get the chance to ask them to send any pictures of the bikes either as I wasn’t expecting them so soon. So my dad essentially opened the door to what looked like a random person dumping two bikes meant for the dump outside our doorstep!

When I got home my dad was a bit angry and he made it clear that it was insulting that my coworker thought they could drop the bikes off in their conditions. They didn’t even bother to clean them or anything but in my opinion I don’t think cleaning it would’ve made any difference! Once I saw them I thought that it’d probably be worth my money to go on the cycle to work scheme than try to revive these but I was wondering what others might think first so I decided to post this here.

I definitely should’ve asked for them to send the pictures of the bikes in advance so it’s my fault for not communicating that but I honestly didn’t think they’d send them mere hours after chatting.

Any estimations of costs and opinions would be greatly appreciated!

Hi guys, never been on this sub before but I'm hoping someone can help me.

Dropped my headphones the other day and now the right side doesn't play any sound.

I opened it up to have a look. The wire with the white bit at the end has broken off from the cover. Pic 1 and 2. Pic 3 is the left side for reference, didn't dare open it wider. (Left side is fine, plays sound well.)

Is this salvageable? Can I just glue this back together? Electronics is really not my field so not sure how to fix it. I've had these headphones for 9+ years and they still worked really well till this happened.

Thanks in advance guys!

My cousin gave me an old phone. It shows black screen, I tried the vol down/up + power button to reboot several times and this shows up. What does it mean? And can it be fixed?

I got this boat, it’s a 1970’s Grady white 190 of some sort, and I ripped up the floor to see the stringers. The boat floats just fine. And has a hull patch or 2 but doesn’t leak or anything. The stringers look ok (to me but I don’t know jack). If I am wrong please let me know!!!! I was going to make it a center console but I want to know if anyone has any opinions on weather or not it’s even worth it. Also I have no clue on how to access the transom if any Grady white experts know please let me know🙏🏻 the hull also appears to be dented a little but I don’t know…

For context, my friend dropped my digital camera, and storage for its battery and sd card can't fully close now.

Cobbler literally laughed at me and asked why I brought these in, but I love these heels and refuse to let go of them :(

Would getting those little plastic heel tips help?

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Can anyone tell me what this might be? I found it after the shop did work on the timing chains and vanos. They said it was some one time part.

Edit: Thank you for all the responses!

First two pics show the broken side, second two pics show what it should look like. Any ideas?

If these weren’t a gift, and my favorites, I’d throw away.