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.
Trailers are a big part of the DIY and “flipper” life. It’s time to start gearing up to rebuild my own trailer and I have had some people ask me to do some work on their trailers as well. I’m… Read More »m12 Trailer Light and Electric Brake Tester
*** I am not an electrician. I’m just an ignorant homeowner trying to be less ignorant. Hire an actual electrician or do your own research. *** I’ve been planning on this job for a while now and investing in tools… Read More »Electrical Panel Labeling and General Inspection
One of my long time farrier clients in northern KY has a machine with a broken drive belt, so she asked if I can repair that for her. She uses the machine for farm work, so it needs to be… Read More »2010 Kawasaki Teryx 750 Belt Replacement
This is a content outline for each of my brands, focusing on “The Network” and its implementation. Each outline will reflect the unique focus of the respective brand while maintaining a cohesive narrative around the central theme of my network… Read More »The Network
The Journey of Tools & Skills: From Farriery to the Future Embracing Openness and Craftsmanship The Genesis: The Rig and The Hub My journey began with The Rig, the cornerstone of my Farrier Services business. It symbolized more than just… Read More »Mastering DIY: Steelbak’s Tools and Skill Investments
It’s Sunday, January 7th and I’m taking the day off from shoeing to work on this project and this page. 🛠️ Heads-up, Gearheads! While I wield a wrench with the best of them, I’m not a certified mechanic—just a passionate… Read More »Turn the Axle: Rear CV Axle Swap for the 2008 Explorer
As a Ford enthusiast, exploring vehicle diagnostics with FORScan and the OBDLink EX on Pop!_OS Linux has been a journey of discovery and empowerment. Affiliate Link Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if… Read More »Navigating the World of Automotive Diagnostics with FORScan and OBDLink EX on Pop!_OS Linux
I ordered the Gates 90K-38274A Complete Serpentine Belt Drive Component Kit from Amazon. It should get here tomorrow and Will and I can get it done asap. It is Thanksgiving week and I have plenty of work, but we can… Read More »2008 Ford Explorer Serpentine Belt Replacement
Welcome back to my journey in replacing the wheel bearings on my Ford Explorer. I’ve successfully tackled the driver side, but the passenger side hub presented a challenge – it’s stubbornly stuck. Lug Nut Replacement I noticed the lug nuts… Read More »Fixing the Rumble: Replacing Bearings in a Ford Explorer
We are getting ready for plenty of trips back and forth to from our home near Cincinnati to our daughter’s home in Florida. My wife’s old and beloved Explorer needs to be well maintained and with this much experience under… Read More »Travel Tune-Up: Getting The 2008 Ford Explorer Ready for Long Journeys.