NObody wants to "fix" things any more; doesn't matter what it is. Nor do many want to do small home repair jobs. They just want the high dollar jobs.
When I was a kid everything got fixed, repaired, used til it was no longer possible. Now things are SO cheap it's just easier for most to toss it and get new; New is NOT always better. Good for you for fixing it yourself; I do a lot of that myself if I can. And you're right there is so much fabric out their calling my name (maybe yours too)! :)

I have my own tools and go on line on You Tube when I need to fix anything. I even bought an impact wrench like the hubs for my car. Really comes in handy on road trips and getting a flat. Those lug nuts come off, no problem! It has a battery pack.

glad you could fix it. Are you sure there is no leaking of radiation around the door seal though? Sometimes this can be a problem, making it dangerous to use. Hope no, as you are doing a great job.

I won't change a flat on my SUV. Too big and getting the spare tire down from the underneath of the vehicle would be almost mission impossible for me. DH showed me in case of extreme emergency how to put together the odd looking jack, find the hubcap key, even assemble the lug wrench but as long as I have AAA, my cell phone, and credit card or two usable feet, I'm not planning on saving money by fixing a flat on the side of the road by myself.

Actually, the door fits tighter now than it did before I replaced the latch.

Good for you. As for tires luckily it is our choice whether to fix them ourselves, call someone or call AAA. I like to fix what I can. I fixed the needle threader on one of my machines.

My husband has fixed a flat on our truck. There is no way I would be able to get the spare out from under the truck and on the axle on the side of the road. Some things are best left to AAA.

I have changed a tire back in the old days, but not doing it now. My car has run flats so I don't have to worry about it.

My dryer door won't latch either...I use a magnet.....holds it tight, and it was free! Been using it for 3+ years!!

Can't beat a strong magnet! DH put a thin piece of metal sheeting on my sewing room closet door. I can hang a lot with magnets.

Being a single girl, I've repaired several items. Thank goodness for you tube.