What is this device that I found inside of a Williams Grand Prix electromechanical pinball machine from approximately 1976? [more inside]
posted by mmcg on Nov 8, 2008 - 18 answers

Help me diagnose repeated failure of my lighting dimmers. [more inside]
posted by jon1270 on Jun 26, 2008 - 20 answers

What are some fun, simple electric wiring projects I can try? [more inside]
posted by Deflagro on Jun 14, 2008 - 11 answers

Working on DIY solar charger from modified garden power lamps. Of course the panels look different than the ones in the pictures! [more inside]
posted by aetg on Feb 17, 2008 - 6 answers

Have I fried my car stereo? Exposed wires crossed, and then no more music... [more inside]
posted by robotot on Nov 22, 2007 - 8 answers

I've got these wiring clips for a utility trailer that are supposed to hold the brake light wiring against the frame. Action photo! [more inside]
posted by mecran01 on Jul 11, 2007 - 6 answers

We decided to replace an ugly old chandelier today. After turning off the breaker and taking off the chandelier, I noticed there are black, red, white and green wires. The house is circa 1968. From what I can tell there used to be a fan/light. So I hooked up our flourescent dome by matching the wire colors and capping the red wire. Unfortunately, it didn't work. [more inside]
posted by mecran01 on Dec 25, 2006 - 14 answers

Installing a new thermostat for electric baseboard heat - can you help? [more inside]
posted by tristeza on Sep 25, 2005 - 5 answers

Can anybody help me with instructions on re-wiring this old navy ship's phone to fit my cellphone (2.5mm jack) a la Pokia ? Thanks!
posted by azul on Sep 10, 2004 - 11 answers