Here is another DIY Quick Tip: When dealing with threaded fasteners (screws and bolts), always think, "Right to tight and left to loose".

I know this sounds simplistic, but even old hands at do-it-yourself (DIY) projects sometimes need a moment to pause and think about direction (This is particularly true when working from a direction approaching the fastener other than head-on). Threaded fasteners tighten clockwise and loosen counter clockwise. There are very rare exceptions to this rule, but they do happen occasionally. Usually, the instructions of something with reverse fasteners are very clear on the difference.

Don't make the mistake of over tightening something you really want to loosen and vice versa.

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DDFD believes that self reliance and self sufficiency are the roads to individual freedom.  He is dedicated to living a quality life through frugality, personal growth and productivity, and defensive entrepreneurship.  He also enjoys cooking from scratch and fishing.