The highmileage.org racecar has finally eaten too many cones for my comfort. She needs a little TLC, and that’s going to come in the form of an el-cheapo paintjob. Now, it’s probably not a good idea to paint your daily driver by yourself — certainly not with Rust-oleum paint. But handy weekend racers love Rust-oleum paint jobs for their track cars, because the process is cheap and easy. The finished product might be called… ch-easy. (I’ll get my coat.)
Instructables.com guide DrSimons created a graphical step-by-step guide that takes the guesswork out of the process. I was so impressed with DrSimon’s thoroughness that I had to browse the rest of the site. This site is a treasure-trove of user-created project guides that can help anyone discover their crafty side. It’s the perfect complement to a user-powered site such as ExpoTV — I bet a few of our Videopinion creators would make excellent Instructables guides!
Many happy miles,
Adam
September 5th, 2008
Okay… maybe not quite yet.
Two weeks ago, my side project and I hosted the Stickam’s first live automotive walkaround and Q&A session. Was it a runaway success? Well, I wanted to run away at first, but Camera Guy RPO wouldn’t let me go… so we dodged the rain, overcame connectivity issues and powered through all kinds of awkward tech burps to unite segment shoppers, owners and enthusiasts in a discussion of the hot new Ford Flex family hauler.
The Flex’s audio jacks, Bluetooth connectivity and power outlets meant that we were able to operate almost entirely from inside the vehicle to escape the pouring rain. The only thing that kept us tethered to a driveway was the garage’s short-range wireless router. Chrysler says that their new “uConnect web” in-car Internet technology will transform the automobile into a mobile wireless hotspot. The technology naturally raises questions of driver distraction, but the possibilities created by truly mobile Internet are more alluring — and important — to a young generation so addicted to instant information.
I can’t wait to try it! When this tech hits my driveway, you’ll be the first to know. And the Product Review Roadtrip will soon follow!
Many happy miles,
Adam
August 29th, 2008
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