Popular Mechanics Co.'s Books

How to construct wireless outfits, boats, camp equipment, aerial gliders, kites, self-propelled vehicles engines, motors, electrical apparatus, cameras and hundreds of other things which delight every boy.

Popular 1911 manual offers complete designs and instructions for making 18 authentic Mission lighting fixtures: chandeliers, reading lamps, droplights, desk lamps, dome fixtures, and more. Over 75 working drawings, diagrams, and figures.

Detailed enough for beginners yet sophisticated and comprehensive enough for the experienced do-it-yourselfer, Home Repairs and Improvements covers everything from pouring foundations to sealing doorways. An indispensable guide for all major home improvements and repairs from the editors of Popular Mechanics. Color photographs and illustrations.

Here are valuable home improvement ideas from the experts at Popular Mechanics. Over 225 two-color illustrations clearly demonstrate the repairs and techniques described, and a comprehensive glossary of terms, as well as a detailed tool guide, take the guesswork out of selecting the right materials and equipment for the job.

Vintage projects from the 1910s and 20s feature a tremendous range of possibilities — outdoor models and indoor crafts, science projects, and toys. Step-by-step instructions include charming drawings and photos.

Selection of articles from the 1940 and 1945 editions of The boy mechanic published by Popular Mechanics Press, Chigaco.

For more than 100 years, the editors of Popular Mechanics have been providing car enthusiasts with the skills and confidence they need to keep their vehicles running right and looking great. And this update to the magazine's popular car care manual gives owners more essential information than ever. It's absolutely crucial for anyone who wants to know the automobile's basic components, from the engine to the electronic systems, and to understand how they work, what can go wrong, and how to make repairs.

Over 550 step-by-step drawings explain how to fix electronic ignitions, suspension systems, plastic body panels, brakes, steering and much more!

This definitive illustrated reference covering 100 hand tools and how to use them is “an excellent guide for budding DIYers” (Booklist). This tool—or that? Learn how to choose the right one for tackling any home project and completing it quickly, correctly, and efficiently. The editors of Popular Mechanics share their expertise, explaining which tools deserve a prominent spot in your shop and how to keep them in tip-top shape. Divided by type, this must-have guide covers multipurpose and single-purpose tools that cut, tighten, measure, and mark. You’ll also find tried-and-true suggestions, helpful notes, and simple hacks to make any job easier.

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The Boy Mechanic: 700 Things for Boys to Do 1

The Boy Mechanic: 700 Things for Boys to Do 1

How to Make Mission Style Lamps and Shades

How to Make Mission Style Lamps and Shades

Popular Mechanics Home How-to

Popular Mechanics Home How-to

Popular Mechanics 101 Quick Home Improvement Tips

Popular Mechanics 101 Quick Home Improvement Tips

Projects for the Young Mechanic

Projects for the Young Mechanic

The Boy Mechanic

The Boy Mechanic

Popular Mechanics Complete Car Care Manual

Popular Mechanics Complete Car Care Manual

Popular Mechanics Saturday Mechanic

Popular Mechanics Saturday Mechanic

Popular Mechanics The Ultimate Tool Book

Popular Mechanics The Ultimate Tool Book

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