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An unfiltered chronicle of the Steelbak journey. Expect personal insights, project updates, and raw reflections on the DIY process. It’s the gritty reality of building, creating, and innovating.

House Exterior

I’ve let the exterior of our house get a little dirty, so its time to make it look a little more loved.

OBDLink EX scan tool and packaging displayed in a Milwaukee Packout

Vehicle Control Systems

Understanding Vehicle Control Systems Powertrain Control Systems Chassis Control Systems Body Control Systems

Blue 2012 Ford Focus parked on a gravel driveway beside a metal building, awaiting maintenance and transmission repairs.

Ford Focus Manual Swap?

I’m trying to decide what to do with the Focus. There seem to be no real fixes or aftermarket solutions for the Ford DPS6. It seems a reasonably doable job for the manual swap. Is it worth it?