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How To Install Dee Zee TailGate Assist on Ford F150
When I was a kid in the 80's trucks were still a utilitarian creations. Trucks were for those who had a use for them. Towing, hauling and maybe a little fun off roading.
The late 80's into the early 90's gave rise to a more refined truck experience. Suspensions became softer. Interiors moved from harsh cold bare steel environments to clothe and soft touch plastics.
Fast forward to today and half ton pick ups are more versatile and luxurious than many common economy cars being sold today. Manufacturers are working to make them safer, stronger and more capable than ever before.
On top of all that, due to more restrictive regulations, companies are doing all this while trying to get them to go further on a tank of gas than ever before as well.
More power, better fuel economy. That's the tech of the future.
However, if you want the latest features in your brand new pick up truck then you'll most likely be asked to pay a premium for them as well.
Today many trucks can exceed $40,000 in the lower trims after adding a few basic options. To get the top of the line trims, in many models, will push that price tag north of $70,000.
So when I was shopping for a new truck in the fall of 2017 I imployed as many tricks as I could to get the most truck with options for the least amount of money.
Ford offers a factory option that allows you to operate the tailgate remotely from the key fob. You can raise and lower it with the push of a button. However, to get that option you have to go up a trim level or two at the cost of several thousand dollars.
Being a frugally minded individual I'm sure I can take care of this feature for a lot less than that.
Dee Zee TailGate Assist Install - Ford F150
Tools
10mm Socket
T50 Torx bit (supplied in kit)
Microfiber Towel
Your Choice of Car Wash Soap and Water
Final Thoughts
It only took me about 20 mins to install my tail gate assist unit. Most of that was looking for a misplaced 10mm socket and trying to get into a frustrating plastic package without cutting an artery in the process.Seriously I hate plastic packages like the one this came in. If you would like to hear my complete thoughts and review of this product you can check out my product review video here.
Until then!
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
DIY Egg Storage - Fresh Fom the Farm
Today we're discussing the topic of egg storage.
What do you do in your home? How do you store your purchased eggs or ones provided from your own laying flock?
Do you store them at room temperature or place them in a refrigerator?
You see, there's a fair amount of opinions out there on how to properly store eggs after they have been laid by a hen. The question is this:
Should eggs be kept in a refrigerator or not?
There are differing opinions on egg safety , and there's a lot of information available on the internet as to the pro's and con's of what the proper method is to store them and I urge you to check into what is best for you and your family.
In the meantime I'd like to share with you what we do with our eggs.
We have backyard chickens and we have lots of fresh eggs arriving daily. Oftentimes they are gathered and sit awaiting further attention such as a quick wash or clean.
Here's a sample of a day or so of laying. We've got both white and brown egg layers in our flock. They've just been gathered by our little helpers and are on their way inside.
Once inside, we keep them in this basket on our counter top.
They'll get inspected and washed by mom and dad. Sometimes even get used right away! You know what they say - farm fresh!
Later, they'll go into a regular egg carton which is kept in our refrigerator.
Not interested in using a basket or carton for your egg storage? Here is another storage solution to put your eggs on display. Colored Easter eggs in this cabinet look especially inviting.
DIY Egg Storage:
Final Thoughts
Our inspiration piece today was shared by Robs Woodshop. Check out Rob's YouTube channel and while there don't forget to like and subscribe.If you enjoyed this project, then here's another one you might be interested in as well. Check it out here!
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Until then!
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