Provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for a variety of maintenance and repair projects for small engines, including oil changes, valve jobs, carburetor adjustments, and other tasks; and includes information on tools and safety.

The revised and updated third edition of How Your House Works is a hands-on guide that gives you the low-down on why your faucet is leaking, your dishwasher is overflowing, or your furnace is on the fritz. This comprehensive book is your reference to virtually everything in your house with richly illustrated explanations of electrical systems, heating and air conditioning, plumbing, major household appliances, foundation, framing, doors, and windows....

A comprehensive troubleshooting guide. Among the many skills you'll learn are seasonal tune-ups, changing oil, servicing spark plugs, cleaning filters, replacing muffler, servicing the fuel tank, overhauling the carburetor, servicing brakes, inspecting flywheels, replacing the fuel pump, and replacing a rewind cord.

Explains the construction of classical and electric guitars, and describes the technical details of making simple adjustments and touch-ups and repairing the peghead, neck, bridge, and fingerboard