This is part 2 of my 3 part documentary style videos of my microadventure in the Appennine mountains in Italy. What animal made those footprints in the snow? Where will I choose as the location for my wild camp? Will I manage to get a fire going?... There's only one way to find out! Watch part 'SLEEPING WITH WOLVES | Part 2 - Light my Fire' … [Read more...]
Microadventure: SLEEPING WITH WOLVES | Part 1 – Why am I doing this? [wild camping & climbing]
Microadventure 'a small, achievable overnight adventure, which is easy to fit into a busy life, but is challenging enough to take you a few steps outside your comfort zone.' Well, that's my interpretation of 'microadventure': a word that isn't officially a word yet! British adventurer Alastair Humphreys appears to have been the main driving force behind the growth of this … [Read more...]
How to paint under boat cradles when applying antifouling (bottom paint)
In this post I'll show you how to paint under boat cradles when applying bottom paint. My video will take you through the entire process step-by-step. If you'd like to 'cut to the chase' and watch the video then just scroll further down the page! Rossella and I dreamt of owning a boat for years before we finally managed to achieve this goal. Every time I went offshore I would … [Read more...]
How to read fault codes without a diagnostic tool – Astra, Zafira, Corsa, Vectra, Meriva etc. (Pedal test)
This post will show you a trick to read fault codes (trouble codes / error codes) without a diagnostic tool. It is nicknamed a 'pedal test' and is really quick and easy to do. This is one thing that the manufacturer always seem to forget to add to the car's owners manual!... This can work on many different models of Opel / Vauxhall cars including the following models: Astra, … [Read more...]
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement. A DIY Guide For Any Car
In this post I'll show you how to replace a crankshaft position sensor. If you have trouble code P0335 or need to change a crankshaft position sensor, read this post and watch my video showing you how you can do this job. By doing this job yourself you can save a fortune on garage fees! For me, this all started when my wife, Rossella, had the car cut out on her on a … [Read more...]
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