How to change your mercruiser gear lube 
Determine what model drive you have. 
Read your owners manual. 
Buy the correct amount and type of lube plus a little more.

OPTIONS:
- Buy a little hand pump that fits the bottle of lube to fill the drive. Place a clean oil drain pan under the drive to catch the old lube as it drains out of the bottom of the drive.
- Check the width of your caliper or bell extender with an x sander. Make sure it's free of cracks, dents, and tears.
- Hit the gas pedal (in the left hand corner) until the tank is full. Adjust the brake level until the tank is 3 or 4 inches (7.6 to 10.2 cm) off the ground and is steadily moving forward.
- This is the squirt option and you have much better chances of getting the correct setting. Fill the pump up about 3/4 full of fluid Stand on the outer rivets and check the trim.

Buy a little hand pump that fits the bottle of lube to fill the drive. Place a clean oil drain pan under the drive to catch the old lube as it drains out of the bottom of the drive.

How to report travel scams 
Be skeptical of " great deals. 
" often a travel scam will try to entice you with language proclaiming a unique offer or an extreme discount. 
Keep in mind that few legitimate businesses can afford to offer expensive items such as airfare or lodging for free.

OPTIONS:
- Even scam artists can strike up a deal. This will rarely be successful, but it can happen in many situations.
- This goes hand-in-hand with the lack of a sense of loyalty during transactions, however. Not even an unrealistic offer-either a confundo-style or very expensive visit to a local location-might convince them.
- This will usually backfire if a potential customer is offered anything that they can't purchase in the first place. Keep in mind that many travel scams are legitimate, and real scams often reveal things they don't mean.
- A free trip typically will include hidden fees and other costs that make it more expensive than if you'd paid market rates. Be especially wary if you are told you " won " a sweepstakes or drawing that you don't remember entering.

A free trip typically will include hidden fees and other costs that make it more expensive than if you'd paid market rates. Be especially wary if you are told you " won " a sweepstakes or drawing that you don't remember entering.

How to prevent crime around rental properties 
Meet or exceed state and local housing safety standards. 
Check the guidelines for building security such as window locks and deadbolts and make sure your units are up to code. 
You typically can find a copy of the local housing regulations at your city housing office.

OPTIONS:
- Contact the department of housing and urban development and ask for a copy. If you believe you might be falling into the same trap, consult your local government for an application form.
- You also may be able to find this information on government websites, which are less of a concern. Make sure your apartment building or complex is regularly inspected by an inspector.
- If not, ask the staff at your residence or city housing agency what you can and cannot change. Laws concerning rent and mortgage payments vary by state, so it's best to speak with someone or find out from them before crossing any state or local laws.
- They also may be available in the local library or on your city's website. Typical requirements include peepholes and deadbolt locks.

They also may be available in the local library or on your city's website. Typical requirements include peepholes and deadbolt locks.

How to make fish bait without worms 
Know what type of fish you are trying to catch. 
Every type of fish has their own feeding habits and preferred prey. Determining each will help you construct the perfect lure.

OPTIONS:
- Salmon: the easiest type of fish to line up is small, fine pieces of salmon, especially. Your lure will either pull up water or fall over the sides.
- Worms are usually effective for any type of freshwater fishing so creating a lure that has certain worm characteristics can be very beneficial. Be sure you are allowed to use your bait in your fishing area.
- The most common types of fish include : Wilt shrimp, yellow crab, white flounder, alligator, turtle, and lobster Determine what kind of fillet you are trying to catch. The types of fillets you can capture are the approximate size of the lure you want to use, and the specific instructions you can expect to follow.
- The best type of fish to use for this purpose include : Sea fish minnow cod catfish sardines Choose hard, non-venomous fish. Artificial fish, such as catfish, scallions, mackerel, and shrimp are hard fish to catch, as they tend to have a very dangerous reputation.


Worms are usually effective for any type of freshwater fishing so creating a lure that has certain worm characteristics can be very beneficial. Be sure you are allowed to use your bait in your fishing area.