On This Episode of The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel Discuss Homestead Tool Maintenance, Repair, and Organizing.
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 172 – December 5, 2022
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Tool Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Tune Ups and Service Engines
- Oil Changes
- Spark Plugs
- Grease
- Belt Replacements
- Bearing Maintenance
- Lawn Mower
- Trimmers
- Rototillers
- Chainsaws
- Chippers
- Tractors
- Treat Handles
- Axes
- Hammers
- Wheelbarrows
- Blade Sharpening
- Pruners – How To Sharpen Hand Pruners – https://youtu.be/k9AddV33lpw
- Loppers
- Chainsaw Chains
- Axes
- Saw Blades
- Lawnmower Blades
- Inspect Electrical Cords
- Tires…better to have them fixed now than when you need them.
- Treating rust
Tool Repair
- Replace Broken or Cracked Handles
- Tighten Bolts and Screws
- Repair Hoses
- Fixing Rust
Organizing or Storing Your Homestead Tools
- Battery Charging Station – DIY Plans – https://youtu.be/xFNZ9S-Z-bk
- Garden Tool Hanger – Lots of DIY Ideas On YouTube and Pinterest
- Cleaning and Organizing Seed Starting Tools
- Organizing Tool Manuals In Binder
- For smaller things you can create an index card file system with numbered drawers, totes, etc.
- Shadow Boards, peg boards, QR codes, etc..
Links:
- Garden Tool Carbide Blade Sharpener – https://amzn.to/3tOvqOa
- Garden Tool Organizer – https://amzn.to/3goSf8e
- Heavy Duty Gardening Tools and Supplies From Bootstrap Farmer – On Amazon at https://amzn.to/3GPG3be or Purchase Directly at Bootstrap Farmer
- Garden Hose Repair Kits – https://amzn.to/3UbmUU3
- Raw Linseed Oil – https://amzn.to/3AQvuRs
- Boiled Linseed Oil – https://amzn.to/3EMnguZ
- Assorted File Set – https://amzn.to/3Vw51Ap
- Shadow Boards https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shadow_board
- QR Tote Stickers and Organizing https://amzn.to/3VwDVcv
- Solid Rubber Wheelbarrow Tires – https://amzn.to/3VV99dL
- Water Hose Quick Connect – https://amzn.to/3uqwb06
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Author, blogger, podcaster, homesteading and permaculture enthusiast. I have a passion for sharing what I learn and helping others on their journey. If you're looking for me, you'll usually find me in the garden.
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