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A perfect machine would perform an endless number of tasks an infinite number of times, using exactly zero moving parts. The horn circuit used to be one of the simplest parts of any vehicle's electrical system with little to go wrong and little to fix if something did go wrong. But time marches on, things get more complicated, and horn systems like those used on the Expedition contain at least a dozen possible failure points in the horn mechanism and the adjutant electronics.

Though typically sloped or flat, most roofs are made up of planes and angles. Straight lines, however, are not the only option. Decorative details, such as eyebrow windows are a feature of many cottage-style historic homes and conical, curved roofs cover turret features in older and modern homes.

In early 2012, award-winning designer P. Allen Smith took on the challenge of building an eco-friendly, stylish home in 150 days for under $150,000. Careful planning and ingenious use of common materials helped Smith meet the ambitious goals he set for the Garden Home Challenge.

Since the drive belt on your Craftsman DYS 4500 riding mower is subjected to abrasion from flying grit and debris, you need to fit a replacement from time to time before the belt snaps. Save unexpected down-time by inspecting the belt regularly for signs of wear.

A Little Giant sump pump is a critical tool to keep your basement from flooding or to pump water from inside your house to the outside. The sump pump is usually placed in a sump pit, which is a hole that collects water.

The 2007 Volkswagen Jetta base model came with a gas powered 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission. Your Jetta has special axle shafts that connect the transmission to the front wheel hub. The triple roller joints at the each end of each axle allow power to be transferred from the transmission to the wheels without interruption from turning or driving over bumps. In general your axle shafts are serviced as a unit and must be replaced as an assembly if either joint begins to fail. This process will involve separating different parts of the chassis, but is well within the realm of the home mechanic.

The Honda GCV135 is a vertical-shaft residential-grade small engine, featuring an overhead valve design, 135 cc of displacement and a maximum brake horsepower rating of 4.3 at 3,600 revolutions-per-minute.

The TRX-500FM FourTrax Foreman 4x4 was introduced in 2005 to fill the role of a large utility-type all-terrain vehicle in Honda's lineup and continues to be produced as of 2012. While the TRX-500FM was designed to handle almost any situation one might encounter on a ranch or trail, it does require regular maintenance and adjustments to keep it in peak condition. To this end, the ATV's carburetor can be adjusted to via two screws; one screw sets the engine's idle speed, while the second screw regulates the air and fuel mixture used by the engine from idle to a quarter-throttle. Carburetor adjustments should be made immediately after the carburetor has been disassembled or if the engine will not hold a steady idle.

Firing up the grill with a cold beer in hand is a time honored warm-weather tradition. Plus, there’s something mouth-watering about the crispy, smoky skin and tender, juicy meat of grilled poultry. While tried-and-true grilling methods and marinades are all well and good, try something new the next time you decide to throw a bird on a sizzling hot grill. We promise your taste buds will thank you.

Few things are more all-American than a cold beer at a backyard barbecue. But if you want to step up your game and pair your beer choices with your food, how do you determine your lineup? We caught up with The Beer Chicks, Hallie Beaune and Christina Perozzi -- owners of the 8th Street Bottle Shop in Los Angeles and authors of “The Naked Pint: An Unadulterated Guide to Craft Beer" -- to learn their secrets to picking brews for a barbecue.