People Who Fixed Their Problems With Funny yet Effective "Engineering"

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Gas Cap Wouldn't Close so They Installed a New Lock

Some broken items just don't seem worth the money to fix them — for example, the gas doors on our cars. If yours begins to break off or won't close properly, the expense of fixing this problem might seem ludicrous. Fortunately, this creative genius has provided a solution. This person installed a cheap door lock on the side of their vehicle, allowing them to lock their gas door in place.

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They probably spent a few bucks on this lock versus taking it to the car dealer or a mechanic and being charged dozens, if not hundreds, of dollars for a new part.