28 Clever Ideas and Practical Fixes from Blue Collar Engineers

Andrew Cunningham Published 11/22/2024 in Funny

Sometimes, the best solution to a problem isn't found in a store-bought gadget or a high-tech fix — it’s found in the creative, often hilarious, minds of blue-collar engineers. These are the DIY heroes who prove that necessity is truly the mother of invention. From duct-tape masterpieces to tool-wielding brilliance, they take "thinking outside the box" to a whole new level. Why buy something when you can jerry-rig it yourself, right?

These fixes remind us that sometimes, all you need is a little creativity and a lot of confidence in your ability to MacGyver your way out of anything. Sure, you might end up with a contraption that looks like it could fall apart at any moment, but hey — it works, right?

In a world where professional help often means breaking the bank, these blue-collar engineers show that doing it yourself can be not just the best option, but also the most entertaining. After all, if it ain’t broke — fix it in a way that’ll make people laugh!

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Now you can bring your favorite person along to drive your lawn mower home when you get that DUI on your beer run!
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It ain't the prettiest thing, but it just might work, although those little fans probably aren't powerful enough to really pump the air.
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Part time glass mover, part time fridge opener.
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No sink in your shop? How about a DIY one?
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Can't afford a big flashy saw dust vacuum system? This 'ought to work.
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This person had some limited mobility due to an injury so he whipped up this contraption to make up the difference.
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A cymbal as a carburetor cover.
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Something seems off but I can't quite figure it out.
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These protesters retro-fitted a grill with wheels that will allow it to slide along a train track as they march.
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This may soften the ride before it either explodes or breaks your suspension.
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No bleachers? No problem!
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Hey, there's still laundry to do even if the dial is broken!
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Forget AC, we've got a fan baby! Just don't sit up straight.
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This bad boy looks like it would be an absolute blast in the winter.
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That ought to stop the leak.
16.
How to take the cowboy out of the hat.
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A DIY porch made from those old pallets.
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This guy made his own spigot to easily drain out oil during changes, without the mess.
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Who needs a boat when you've got a raft with a picnic table and umbrella on it?
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Portable air conditioner for sale on FB marketplace.
21.
Turn that old drill press into a blender.
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This welder was tired of catching sparks to the neck so they taped an old glove to the mask.
23.
A clever way to practice your basketball shooting skills.
24.
Low budget cupholder.
25.
Rake the leaves? Nah buddy, not today!
26.
No one said you can't be comfortable while scootering.
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DIY outdoor wifi / hotspot solution.

1.
Now you can bring your favorite person along to drive your lawn mower home when you get that DUI on your beer run!
2.
It ain't the prettiest thing, but it just might work, although those little fans probably aren't powerful enough to really pump the air.
3.
Part time glass mover, part time fridge opener.
4.
No sink in your shop? How about a DIY one?
5.
Can't afford a big flashy saw dust vacuum system? This 'ought to work.
6.
This person had some limited mobility due to an injury so he whipped up this contraption to make up the difference.
7.
A cymbal as a carburetor cover.
8.
Something seems off but I can't quite figure it out.
9.
These protesters retro-fitted a grill with wheels that will allow it to slide along a train track as they march.
10.
This may soften the ride before it either explodes or breaks your suspension.
11.
No bleachers? No problem!
12.
Hey, there's still laundry to do even if the dial is broken!
13.
Forget AC, we've got a fan baby! Just don't sit up straight.
14.
This bad boy looks like it would be an absolute blast in the winter.
15.
That ought to stop the leak.
16.
How to take the cowboy out of the hat.
17.
A DIY porch made from those old pallets.
18.
This guy made his own spigot to easily drain out oil during changes, without the mess.
19.
Who needs a boat when you've got a raft with a picnic table and umbrella on it?
20.
Portable air conditioner for sale on FB marketplace.
21.
Turn that old drill press into a blender.
22.
This welder was tired of catching sparks to the neck so they taped an old glove to the mask.
23.
A clever way to practice your basketball shooting skills.
24.
Low budget cupholder.
25.
Rake the leaves? Nah buddy, not today!
26.
No one said you can't be comfortable while scootering.
27.
28.
DIY outdoor wifi / hotspot solution.