Popular Mechanics

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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
 

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Contents

Now: early warning system for lightning
49
Lightning protection
At sea on land
53
Navigation (Computer use)
Preview '77: compact outboards are in
54
Outboard motors
Mopeds: pedal home if you run out of gas!
56
Motorcycles
Truckin': it's smokeys, white lines and Rolaids
60
Truck drivers, Radiotelephone in trucks
PM's greenhouse: an elegant addition
80
Greenhouses
Vacation driving tips from a 24-hour racer
84
Peter Gregg, Automobile driving
CB portables put ears in your hands
86
Radiotelephone
PM owners report
88
Fiat 131
How to overhaul drum brake systems
90
Brakes, Automobile (Maintenance and repair)

New warning tells pilots: collision course!
63
Aviation (Safety measures)
PM owners report
68
Ford LTD.
How to eavesdrop on cloak-and-dagger radio
72
Radio audiences, Radio frequency, Radio stations
Down on the farm with four-wheel drive
76
Tractors (Four wheel drive)
Kayak surfing: 30-mph sensation
79
Kayaks and kayaking
Fiberglass: the boatman's quicker fixer
92
Boats and boating (Maintenance and repair, Materials)
10 clever shop tips
94
Woodworking
PM's plans for back-yard summer fun
97
Games, Home grounds (Equipment)
Two stowaway tables for your next outdoor party
100
Tables
There's plenty new in CB gear
104
Radiotelephone

Common terms and phrases