Taste The Code

Power bank damaged by water - is there any hope for it?

A repair attempt on a very badly water damaged power bank that I found in the flea market.

Apr 17, 2022 — 2 mins read

$1 in parts to save $6000 machine - Technogym Wave Cardio break module repair

$1 in parts to save $6000 machine - a leaky capacitor defeated this expensive exercise machine and I was able to fix it.

Apr 01, 2022 — 1 min read

Capacitors are dangerous! - Mi Air Purifier Repair

A leaky capacitor caused my brother's Mi Air Purifier to fail with a bang so, we now explore the fail and will use a new module to fix it.

Mar 12, 2022 — 1 min read

Making my own tool - Dim Bulb Tester

I made myself a new tool that I can now use to test equipment that might possibly be short-circuited.

Feb 11, 2022 — 2 mins read

Cheap and easy way to REALLY fix your broken quick action clamp

Fix a broken clamp handle by embedding a screw inside and securing it with epoxy

Feb 02, 2022 — 1 min read

Job site radio repair guide

A general guide on how you can troubleshoot electronic devices for flaws and how ot repair them.

Dec 31, 2021 — 2 mins read

Volume knob replacement on a car stereo

Quick summary on how I repaired a car stereo by replacing the encoder on the volume knob.

Dec 27, 2021 — 2 mins read

Post-mortem analysis/repair of dead LED bulb with capacitive dropper

A different style LED lamp failed on me so I had to open it to learn how it works and how it can be fixed.

Oct 07, 2021 — 2 mins read

Exploring a failed filtration pump timer

Not everything can be easily fixed but examination is still a good learning experience.

Aug 07, 2021 — 1 min read

How a helicopter toy is easily saved from the dumpster

Another example of price reduction that contributes to a global waste production problem.

Mar 27, 2021 — 2 mins read

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