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I have always had a thing for the service droids that were popular among robot enthusiast in the 70s-80s, but finding one of these vintage bots is near impossible now. […]
Robie Jr. – Toy Robot Repair
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- February 25, 2026
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I came across a non-working Robie Jr. robot from the 80s. After taking it apart, I noticed that some solder joints were broken, the wheel treads were falling apart, and […]
Stun Gun – version 1
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- February 1, 2026
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I made a stun gun. It’s a hot mess, but it does spark. Runs off a 9v alkaline battery, but I’m going to try lithium next time. Just ordered some […]
Antique Spark Gap
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- March 1, 2026
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I was lucky enough to win this antique spark gap at an estate auction. Two iron spheres held by brass posts on a marble base.