Popular Mechanics (october 2005)

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Single issue magazine 148 pages Best cars of the year 5 New ideas to power our future Could our car's AC explode How to: - Build a classic wood shed - Tune up your PC - Replace old ball-joints - Update electrical outlets - Intake manifold secrets - Giant plumbing pullout

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