How Fast Is The Yamaha MT-09? A Look At Its Top Speed And Horsepower
If you're shopping for motorcycles based on speed, learn about how fast a Yamaha MT-09 can go and the amount of horsepower the engine can generate.
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Can You Charge DeWalt Batteries With A Generator?
Stuck out in the middle of nowhere on a job and need to recharge your drill? If all you have is a generator, you may still be able to recharge.
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Are Wind Turbines Actually Affecting Our Health?
Wind turbines often get a bad rap, blamed for triggering all manner of physical and mental side-effects. But new research suggests that may not be the case.
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Is It Worth Buying A Damaged Tool Box From Harbor Freight? What You Need To Know First
It's always great to find a deal on something, and a damaged but still useable tool box from Harbor Freight may be just the way to do it — with some caveats.
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No, Lowe's Does Not Carry DeWalt Chainsaws - Here's Where You Can Buy Them
You won't currently be able to find DeWalt chainsaws at your local Lowe's, but there are plenty of other common retailers that can provide the tool.
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What Makes Harbor Freight's ICON Knife So Special? Here's What Owners Have To Say
Harbor Freight sells an ICON knife that most owners love. It's gaining a reputation as a more affordable take on a premium-style pocket knife.
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What Are The Slots In The Base Of A Drill Press For?
If you've ever used a drill press, you've likely noticed a series of slots in the base. Those are actually an important part of safely using the tool.
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Dealership Horror Story Shows Why You Should Get A Second Opinion Before Repairs
When we send our car for repairs, we trust that it'll be in the hands of experts. But that's sadly not always the case, and this video shows why.
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Is The Harley-Davidson V-Rod A Beginners Bike? What You Should Know Before You Buy
One of the coolest models to come out of Harley-Davidson, the V-Rod is quite the experience. Is it a good bike for beginners? Or should you look elsewhere?
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This Viral Woodworking Finger Joint Bit Can Help You Interlock Pieces Of Wood Like A Pro
If you're a woodworker, you might have seen this viral video of a finger joint router bit. Here's how is works, what it does, and where you can find it.
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Harbor Freight Vs. Streamlight: How Their Tactical Rail Mount Lights Compare
Tactical rail mounted lights are incredibly popular among handgun enthusiasts, but not every light is made equal. Here's how two popular ones stack up.
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What Are The Handles On The Hood Of A Jeep For?
Jeeps famously have handles on their hoods, and you may have wondered what they're for. As it turns out, they are there for a very specific reason.
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Which Stihl Chainsaw Is Fuel Injected? (And How Much Does It Cost?)
Stihl has a long history of making chainsaws, but only one of its products is fuel-injected. Here's everything you need to know about this innovative chainsaw.
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Which Cummins Block Is Most Prone To Cracking?
A cracked engine block can be a disastrous problem that renders your car completely useless, but one Cummins block in particular was prone to cracking.
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What Is A Weight Distribution Hitch And When Should You Use One?
If you've got a lot of stuff that needs to be hauled, you may wind up needing a weight distribution hitch, but what does it actually do for your car?
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C-Clamps Vs. Bar Clamps For Woodworking: What's The Difference?
If you're just getting into woodworking, you're almost certainly overwhelmed by selecting a clamp. So should you get a C-clamp or a Bar Clamp?
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Are DeWalt Drill Bits Universal?
DeWalt drill bits are considered some of the best quality ones available, but will they work with drills made by other brands? The answer can vary.
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Want The Ice In Your Yeti Cooler To Last Longer? Try This
Your Yeti cooler might not be powered like some popular products, but you can still keep things cool for a very long time inside if you follow these tips.
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How Long Do Debit & Credit Card Gas Station Holds Last? (And How To Avoid Them)
Gas station holds mean retailers know your debit or credit card has enough money. But it can be a problem if you're on a budget. Can you avoid them?
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KTM 390 Duke Vs. KTM 390 Adventure: What's The Difference?
The KTM 390 Duke and the KTM 390 Adventure are both orange, but that's one of the few things they have in common. These are two very different bikes.
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Can You Use Synthetic Oil In A Generator?
You'll have to do a little bit of routine maintenance on your generator regularly to keep it in working order, but does that include using synthetic oils?
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What Does CJ Stand For On A Jeep?
Have you seen or heard of the term CJ before in reference to a Jeep car, but didn't really know what it meant at all? We've got the answers for you.
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How Does Harbor Freight's Truck Unloader Work, And How Much Weight Can It Handle?
Harbor Freight's Truck Unloader promises to make getting tricky loads off your truck bed much easier. Here's how it works, and how much weight it can handle.
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Bench Planes Vs. Block Planes: What's The Difference Between These Woodworking Tools?
Bench planes and block planes are two important woodworking tools for users of any skill level, but which one is the right choice for your project?
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Yamaha MT-03 Vs R3: What's The Difference Between These Motorcycles?
The Yamaha MT-03 and the Yamaha R3 share a lot of similarities, but they're not one and the same. What's different between the Yamaha R3 and the MT-03?
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Turning Your AC Off & On Each Day May Harm Your Unit (And Wallet) - Here's Why
Much like turning off the lights when you leave the house, it might sound like a good idea to do the same with your AC. However, it's not such a good idea.
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Why You Shouldn't Grease Lug Nuts (But Some Mechanics Do Anyway)
Lug nuts hold your wheel to the car, so as you can probably imagine, they're pretty important. So why do mechanics make this mistake so frequently?
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