There's a Better Way Video Tips - Page 14 of 19

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Make a Simple Clamp for Perfect Miters
Convert a spring clamp and two drywall screws into a strong miter clamp for assembling tight miter joints
Easy Pick Up Trick for Spilt Screws
Don’t cry over spilt screws. Save time and your fingertips with this clever pick-up trick.
Make a Kinked Tape Measure Last Longer
See how a quick snip out of a cracked measuring tape stops the split from spreading.
How to Safely Store Bits in Your Router Case
Get your router bits to stay put and stay sharp.
A Sliding Dump Bed Makes Unloading Gravel Fast and Easy
Put away your shovel and save your back. Make your truck do all the work, with this simple homemade bed liner.
How to Stop The Ladder on Your Truck From Whistling
Does your extension ladder howl when you're driving down the road? Our latest 'Truck Tips' video has a quick fix for that. Plus, see an easy way to load ladders without breaking your back.
How to Make a Drain-Pipe Plans Holder for Your Truck
How do you keep construction documents from getting buried under piles of tools and materials in your truck? Chuck Miller shows a couple of super-easy ways to fit a simple storage space for plans into any pickup.
Use a Scrap of Electrical Cable to Make a Flexible Flashlight Stand
Romex isn't just for electricity anymore! Make your own handy light snake with a few wraps of this easily-formable wire.
How to Hang Drain Lines so They Stay Straight and Secure
Plumber Bruce Norman shares his secret to keeping PVC waste pipes right where he wants them.
Keep Your Truck Tailgate Clear With a Simple Gravel Shield
Don't let the back of your pickup get jammed up with soil or stone dust. Chuck Miller shares a tip for making a movable cover to keep your tailgate free of debris.

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