I had a bike with pedals stuck solid from years of use. My pedal wrench wasn't enough to break them free. I remembered a trick: slide a metal pipe over the wrench handle. This gives more leverage without extra tools. I tried it, and the pedal came loose with steady pressure. It's a simple fix that saves time and effort. I now keep a short pipe in my shop for such jobs. It's helped me with many bikes since then.
It's funny how now I see so many people rely on apps for repair advice instead of learning hands-on from family.
Took me all morning on one yesterday. Feels like they're all seized up now.
I was cycling through the hills near Lisbon when my rear brake gave out. Had to use a piece of wire from a fence to get it working. Now I think mechanics rely too much on perfect parts. Real skill is making do with what you have. That trip showed me what matters.