Welcome to the Ironwood Restorations Public Repository, a home for everything I create and share on my YouTube channel from hands-on automotive conversions to custom-built software tools.
Here you’ll find open-source resources for:
- Automotive Modifications: hybrid conversions, lighting systems, power management, and control modules
- Software Tools & Scripts: utilities like the Custom DTC Builder, data simulators, and diagnostic tools
- 3D Models & PCB Designs: custom brackets, modules, enclosures, and circuit boards
- Wiring Diagrams & Pinouts: detailed schematics for integration and troubleshooting
- General DIY Projects: creative builds, prototyping experiments, and maker tools
Everything here is open source: made for learning, modifying, and building upon.
| Project | Description | Type |
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| Custom DTC Builder | Design and print tables of user-defined Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) to PDF. Useful for custom ECUs, data simulators, and testing setups. | Software Tool |
| Hybrid Conversion Platform | Documentation and files for converting a conventional vehicle into a hybrid setup includes wiring diagrams, firmware logic, and component integration. | Automotive / Hardware |
| Smart Toolbox Lighting | Adds in-drawer lighting and power management to shop toolboxes using sensors and microcontrollers. | DIY / Electronics |
| CAN Bus Utility Scripts | Python and Arduino-based tools for sending, sniffing, and analyzing CAN messages. | Code / Automotive |
(More projects are added and updated as new videos go live, sometimes you can get a sneak peek at upcoming project topics here a day or two early!)
Every project featured here is explained in full detail on my YouTube channel:
Ironwood Restorations on YouTube
Most uploads include:
- Build walkthroughs
- Wiring explanations
- CAD and PCB design steps
- Troubleshooting and optimization tips
If you’re into automotive tech, electronics, and hands-on engineering, you’ll feel right at home.
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├── automotive/ # Vehicle-focused projects (retrofits, conversions, controllers)
├── tools/ # Software and scripts (Custom DTC Builder, diagnostics, utilities)
├── hardware/ # PCB, CAD, and 3D printing files
├── docs/ # Wiring diagrams, pinouts, and reference documents
├── shared/ # Common assets reused across multiple projects
└── LICENSE
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Clone the repo
git clone https://github.com/YourUsername/YourRepoName.git
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Navigate to a project folder and open the
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Modify, build, or remix any of the designs all files are provided for community use.
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Share your builds! Tag your work or mention it in a pull request I love seeing community spin-offs.
Most projects involve one or more of the following:
- Microcontrollers:
Arduino,ESP32,STM32,Raspberry Pi - CAD Tools:
Fusion 360,FreeCAD - PCB Design:
KiCad,EasyEDA - Scripting:
Python,C/C++,Bash - Automotive Protocols:
CAN,LIN,OBD-II - 3D Printing:
.STL,.STEP,PLA,PETG
All designs, code, and documents are open source. See the LICENSE file for full terms.
Contributions, suggestions, or fixes are always welcome! Open a pull request, report an issue, or share ideas for future projects.
- 🎥 YouTube: Ironwood Restorations
- 💬 GitHub Discussions: submit an issue.
- 📧 Contact: [email protected]
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