diy

  1. Power Tree

    Power Tree Plug and Play Modular Db Board Research

    I’m testing an idea before investing further. Would you consider using a plug-and-play modular distribution board instead of a traditional DB? Designed to: • Be pre-structured and clearly labelled (MCB,SPD Back Up, SPD, Earth Leakage + 2 double pole + 8 single pole) • Reduce installation...
  3. pieter_pompers

    Influence of PV panel tilt angle on panel efficiency?

    So my friend has a north-facing wall that gets direct sun for most of the day. He also has a ching-chong UPS that is solar ready(freestanding and not connected to his home's DB) for use during load shedding. My friend would like to add a solar panel to his setup but living in the western cape...
  4. P

    Smart JoJo setup advice

    Hey, So currently we have a JoJo tank that we connected to our mains so if our water cuts out we can change to the JoJo and use that water instead. We have fitted all the pumps and filters and all that. What I am trying to do now is automate turning it on and finding an easy way to track how...
  5. K

    DIY Aircon install? Yay or Nay?

    Hi Guys, So I bought a split aircon, but the more I get quotes the more I feel I'm being ripped off, some companies want to charge over R5000 excl for a ground-floor split unit install, and 4-meter piping. Overall the quotes range from R1800 (from a "guy on snupit" which includes the brackets...
  6. Scotty P

    Sonoff smart switch installation

    I’m trying to install a 2 channel Sonoff smart switch and I just need to figure out which one is my live wire and which is neutral wire. Any help is appreciated
  7. M

    Best way to fill gaps in polycarbonate gaps/corrugation

    Hi all I have a structure with a polycarbonate (and other) roof. The problem is that dirt particles come through the corrugated part - especially after a bush-burn. Please advise the best way to fill these gaps so that nothing enters. I was thinking of some along the lines of filler foam...
  8. Mista_Mobsta

    Panasonic LED TV HDMI Board Replacement

    Hi fellow MyBB's Recently, my Panasonic Viera TH-49DS 49inch LED TV was hit by a rogue lightning bolt and the HDMI + Comp inputs were fried. The rest of the TV still works just fine -> streaming etc all ok Whilst doing some research, it doesn't look like changing the HDMI input board is such a...
  9. B

    Building/waterproofing: Sidewall flashing for tiled roof

    Hi Do you have experience with either/both of these products for flashing between tiled roof (30°) and masonry sidewall? How did they perform for you? A. Shak Infra Flash (Builders link) BMI Monier Easyflash (Builders link. My concern is that it is supposed to be used with their wakastrip...
  10. Athos

    DIY Wooden Staircase Refurbishment Which Primer, Paint, Sealer??

    Morning! Question for all the DIYers. My objective is to remove carpet from a wooden staircase, sand wood and prime, paint (white) and seal/protect. I have ripped off the carpet to reveal untreated pine wood and I am midway through the sanding process. The heavy sanding is done (40/60 grit)...
  11. T

    Wiring light

    Hi, I currently have lights mounted to a wall, I'd like to rewire it to the ceiling and therefore need to extend it, the wire needs to be as thin as possible as it's going to be exposed (concrete ceiling). The plan is to use a cable connector and join the existing cable to the new one. Any...
  12. A

    Hanging pictures on mirrors on the wall

    Hi guys It may sound random but I want to know the best way to hang pictures and mirrors on concrete walls, either using nails, strips or whatever. I have just repainted and re-plastered most of our house that we just bought. I want to start hanging some pictures and mirrors but I am afraid...
  13. Z

    LED Light questions

    I've gotten this idea for making a nice looking small set piece with some LED lights, but have essentially zero experience with electrical stuff. Part of what I would need are two 'kinds' of LED lights - one the normal kind (as above) and another that looks identical to the first, but 'split'...
  14. Nobody Important

    Ryobi line trimmer (RLT 350) - can the line in the spool be replaced?

    I have a RLT 350 model, came free with the lawn mower. Line is finished now so I have removed the head but it has a white plastic sheath that does not seem to be removable, click on pics attached. The head retails for approx R60, so maybe it is just meant to be thrown and replaced? Seems like a...
  15. A

    DIY mechanical keyboard kits

    Hey everyone. I'm interested in importing mechanical keyboard components for 60% boards and packaging them as customisable kits. I have a few questions to guage market interest if anyone is keen on helping out :) 1. How much would you be willing to pay for a DIY kit? 2. What switches would...
  16. T

    DIY 3D Printers using Raspberry Pi

    Hi guys, Has anyone here built a 3D printer using a Raspberry Pi, if so what is the part list and where did you get said parts from? Also is it cheaper to DIY one or buy one? Reason for asking is I'm in the process of getting a Raspberry Pi and it would be a nice project. TIA
  17. Z

    Best paint to use for interior walls

    Hey everyone, so we're thinking of repainting the interior walls at home. My dad used what I think is the worst paint on the face of the earth a couple years ago- chalky, dusty and it seems to attract stains. Got my first job and decided to jump into a bit of DIY, I'm favouring Plascon Double...
  18. J

    Stepped Braai bricklaying

    Hey guys not for myself, wish I had a house I could build a braai in, but for a colleague. He wants to do a stepped brick kind of build, which would (via steps) "angle" up to the chimney part, which would then rise straight up. He was just wondering, as was I, how would you achieve this...
  19. AntiYoyta

    Simple DIY alarm system - 1 room

    Hi everyone I'm pretty sure, somebody already had this challenge. I hope you guys can help with a solution. Scenario: single room with one door Challenge: simple alarm system for intruders Requirements: (1) alarm to go off, once movement detected, (2) LED at door, once system...
  20. O

    Webasto Sunroof Repair

    Hi All I need help with sunroof repairs. Where can I get sunroof parts? I have tried Google but all I get is companies who want to do it for me. Thing is dust debris caused driverside rail to break. I just want to buy that rail and fit it. Quotations from repair companies ranger from...
  21. M

    ZoneWatch Radio on Paradox MG5050 wiring?

    Hey guys, DIY installed an MG5050 paradox system without problems. All is working but the last step seems tricky. Have a ZoneWatch Radio that tells the armed response to come and rescue me (one hopes). The wiring as instructed doesn't seem to work. See picture attached below. So far...
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