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Xynudu
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Xynudu is short for Rob, the owner of this channel. Based in South Australia, the desert state of Oz, it's a place of hot summers, snow free winters, and mouth watering local wines. Xynudu is aimed at people willing to view things a little bit differently, who think there may be a simpler way. Broaden your mind on what is possible. That's the soul of this channel. I hope you enjoy my videos, and you are always welcome.
Are TEMU detail palm sander hook and loop abrasive pads any good ?
I check out TEMU quality.
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Do more with your metal lathe pinch or scissor knurl
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When pinch turns to shove.
Machining home cast aluminium on a well used Chinese lathe
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Easy as it gets. Making up a vacuum cleaner hose adapter - for cheap.
I knock up a small workshop bench out of roadside junk
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Quick and dirty video on the state of play.
How to fix your REGA high pressure oil can - for machinery with ball oiler ports
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Probably applies to similar pressure oil cans of this design.
I make a tiny screwdriver for ultra small jobs
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Tricky work, but finally got there.
VEVOR 1100 watt variable speed portable bandsaw versus hacksaw
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VEVOR Variable-Speed Portable Band Saw I get: s.vevor.com/bfQQzr Coupon code: VVPRO to save 5% off (used for all products)
EcoFlow River Pro maximum solar input possible through the XT60 port
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Anyone using non standard solar panels should be aware of this.
The Kings 250 watt folding solar panel is my best bang for buck solar buy 2024
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Amazing power output for the price. It quickly recharged my 600 watt EcoFlow RIVER Pro. Check if it's on special.
Make a simple magnetic pick up rod for the workshop
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Super handy gadget to help retrieve errant, out of reach, AWOL and MIA items.
How to make an awesome Tensegrity model and amaze your friends
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Dead easy little workshop project that appears to defy gravity.
I lube the metal lathe leadscrew after 5 years of regular use
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I think it's time.
How to easily part off large metal round stock on a cheap Chinese lathe
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The ultimate solution.
Spectacular Ryobi line trimmer magnesium fire
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The perils of backyard metal casting
I make a Tensegrity table - fascinating project
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I make a Tensegrity table - fascinating project
The latest metal lathe project - what is it ?
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The latest metal lathe project - what is it ?
Machining home cast aluminium round stock from a tin can
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Machining home cast aluminium round stock from a tin can
Easily melt aluminium at home with a forced air blast wood fire
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Easily melt aluminium at home with a forced air blast wood fire
I test out a heavy duty 4 mm sheet metal nibbler from VEVOR
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I test out a heavy duty 4 mm sheet metal nibbler from VEVOR
Best cheap cordless reciprocating saw from Banggood 2023
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Best cheap cordless reciprocating saw from Banggood 2023
How to tap threads with your socket set drive bars
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How to tap threads with your socket set drive bars
The Enginediyshop sent me a Gatling gun
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The Enginediyshop sent me a Gatling gun
I check out a 110 piece tungsten steel Metric tap and die set from VEVOR
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I check out a 110 piece tungsten steel Metric tap and die set from VEVOR
Mystery metal lathe project gets me out of jail big time
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Mystery metal lathe project gets me out of jail big time
How good is the VEVOR magnetic broom ?
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How good is the VEVOR magnetic broom ?
Rusty old International Harvester TD9 crawler dozer fitted with an Armstrong Holland blade
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Rusty old International Harvester TD9 crawler dozer fitted with an Armstrong Holland blade
More bronze brazing with only LPG and a simple trick
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More bronze brazing with only LPG and a simple trick
I build the RETROL 84 piece model steam engine kit from Enginediyshop
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I build the RETROL 84 piece model steam engine kit from Enginediyshop
Nice video. I know this is a old video but the others and myself are wondering what the angle of the *tool post* is not the 2 degrees on the compound slide as you have answered to the question. It is at least a 20 degree angle. I dont know how important it is. You must have turned it off square for some reason. Thank you
The tool post angle won't matter as it's a fixed item. I only set it that way for clearance issues. Cheers Rob
slows down a fair bit which its like all of them motors not big enough
The drive belt will slip unless well tightened. Needs the mod I show in another video. The motor is powerful enough.
Thanks from Louisiana Sir take care and peace
You're welcome. Cheers Rob
Interesting review Rob. But as you say, you get what you pay for. I wonder how many sheets of the cheap stuff would you use to match the good one? Cheers Nobby
Hi Nobby. First impression was that the pads looked OK, but the grit went off real fast when used (and it was only on wood). The genuine article grit was largely unaffected. I think the TEMU sheets will wear out way before they clog up (as usually happens). I wouldn't hazard a guess to the ratio. Time will tell. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob, nice review. Always good to get your honest opinion on things. I went to Temu a couple of weeks back and they wanted a minimum spend of $60 before they'd let me check out (I live in Australia as well). I wasn't going to buy more crap I didn't want so I backed out. Just wondering if you experienced the same thing?
Hi Jack. I haven't come across that one, but I've only bought this one item for less than $15 AU. Their web site is insidious. Last time I went there a spinning lottery wheel came up and of course I was a lucky winner and supposedly got 100% off something. I didn't take up the offer. Tactics like that spell "be very careful". It's definitely a high pressure site. Not everything is cheap either. Their metal work tooling is way more expensive than Banggood used to be. I think it's a bit of a con really, designed to reel in suckers. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob. I've had stuff from Temu and I think basically as usual, you get what you pay for. About a year ago I wanted a couple of 12" LED lights to go under a bench. Bought them from Temu and yes, they were cheap but did the job. The equivalent from Amazon was 4 times the price. Cheers, Alan.
Hi Alan. Yes, TEMU is currently the word on everyone's lips that likes a bargain. I've had a good look at the site and independent YT reviews and some stuff is good for the money, and some is what you should expect for the money. What I bought is just one product from very many and shouldn't be used as an indicator of the store overall. It's just a case of buyer beware ;) Cheers Rob
hi Rob Nice review never heard of temu, i live a sheltered life😄😄😄😄😄😄👍👍👍👍 i will take a look when i get chance its usually the case you get what you pay for but not always!!! atb Kev
Hi Kev. It's worth a look. TEMU sort of took over from Banggood as a place to go for cheapie tooling and such. Banggood have got right away from workshop related stuff and are now more into radio control and 3D printers etc. Some things on the net are a bargain compared to store prices for sure. Choose wisely ;) Cheers Rob
I find cheap tools & expensive sharp bits works fine most of the time. It's worth remembering that if the good sandpaper costs 3 times the price but last 5 times longer, which one is the bargain again?
Yes. The TEMU sandpaper will be handy for jobs that clog up pads (ie. paint). Just waste and discard them rather than the expensive ones. Cheers Rob
@@Xynudu Yeah, cheap crap has its uses, no point spending big on a one-off jobs and the like.
@@XynuduMirka Abranet works great on such cases. Expensive, but they work well.
Note: You can use a wad punch to add dust extraction holes, if necessary.
For making simple parts such as this is what I like about having a small lathe. And in case one doesn't have a handy chunk of cast aluminium handy, a piece of pvc pipe (or coupler) can often be a great starting point for custom couplers/fittings. I've used my mini-lathe several times to make pvc vacuum hose adapters, pool hose adapters, and even an internal coupler/support for the air-intake on my car's engine (just past the filter).
Great tip! I did look at my PVC pipe pile but there was nothing suitable so went with ally. Any lathe is better than no lathe and small is better than large for home use (IMHO). I did a bronze bush replacement today on a shearing machine and once again it was simple internal and external turning that anyone could do with a bit of care. It's not rocket science . Cheers Rob
very interesting, thank you !
You are welcome!
I never needed to knurl a big diameter,but indeed, this is a good idea.
I have used this trick quite a few times where the job is slightly larger than the clamping range of the knurl. Very rare to do jobs as large as in the video - but it shows it can easily be done. Cheers Rob
Note: The knurl wheels in the video are one of two very cheap Chinese extra sets of differing patterns I bought off the net. They work well. This is the most coarse pattern. Easily swapped over and very durable. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob, great demo. I have the same knurling tool. A while back I was given an Index knurler that fits in the tailstock. The work is pushed between the two knurling wheels. You are limited on the diameter of material, but it produces an amazing knurl. I did a video on using it. All the best Rob. Cheers Nobby
Hi Nobby. I saw that video. I remember it was a bit tricky to adjust, but worked well. Gotta have a knurl of some type as they are so useful and great for decorative finishes. I bought two extra sets of Chinese knurl wheels including the set in the demo and they work fine. Gives three patterns basically. Cheers Rob
Last operation, chamfer ends ?
Yes. Knurling always produces rough edges. I would normally just break edges like this on the linisher, but you could use a HSS turning tool of whatever profile you like, wherever you like. Cheers Rob
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the instructions talk about grease and also oil. is that interchangable? i noticed that there's grease where you insert the bits so I'm wondering if you're supposed to add grease there also??
The reservoir only takes oil You can grease the blade/attachment end where it connects as well (same as for smaller rotary hammer drills). In use some oil works down into that area and I haven't found it necessary. The reservoir appears to feed oil using a wick system. The trouble with grease is that it makes a mess when handling the attachments and collects dirt. Cheers Rob.
@@Xynudu all right. thanks for the info!
I love mine Rob.. I had push style and never like them. Still have a push style but it's far back in the tool box
Hi Shawn. The pincer type work well, especially with deep impressions into hard metal. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob. I've used a pinch knurl for many years now but never considered using it that way. Great idea 👍👍👍 Cheers, Alan.
Hi Alan. The pincer action certainly put less load on the lathe when knurling hard metal. For softer metals like aluminium plunge tools work quite OK. I noticed there were no videos on this aspect and thought it needed airing ;) Cheers Rob
Hi Rob. A sweet and simple tip. Why didn’t I think of it 🥴🥺
Hi Andrew. I think the whole clamping action thing blinds people as to what it basically is. Cheers Rob
Hey Rob hope you're well and keeping hydrated
Thanks Nicholas. I'm trying to stay out of trouble ;) Been working on the house lately, so YT time has been limited. Cheers Rob
That made a very nice looking knurl 👍
It's a good tool.
@@Xynudu Sure is.
Interesting. Very nice work
It comes in handy at times. Flies under the radar with most people. Cheers Rob
Great Tip Rob to be honest never thought of that, so will keep in the memory bank for future👍👍👍👍👍👍 regards Kev
Hi Kev. I wondered how many users saw scissor knurls as simply a clamping device. No videos on YT about this aspect of use, so I thought it might be enlightening. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob, these are a great knurler I have one and it does a great job every time almost a perfect diamond patten. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Hi Wayne. Yes, it's a very good tool. I got mine from the UK. I also use some different pattern cheap Chinese knurl wheels in it with great success. Cheers Rob
Hello, i come here from 6 years in the future and to ask, does it has router plunge attachment?
No.
This was really helpful. I just got my vevor belted sander yesterday and am going to first use it to finish off a small wooden pirate sword I cut on my scroll saw. Never heard of the brand before but the reviews were good, and this video helped demystify all of the parts.
Glad it helped. The belt tensioning mod is definitely something you should consider as it's difficult to get right as is. Cheers Rob
Not everybody has gas. Try the same thing with charcoal and a hair dryer might be more interesting.
I just bought one and put an inline power monitor on it and am getting comparable numbers to you. Winning.
It's a good panel.
Thank you so much good sir. There are plenty of videos on this exact topic and yours was the only one that mentioned the blade position on the top roller. All my 45s were 1/8th out on 2x2 tube. Was having to correct it with the angle grinder. Watched 6 minutes of your video, went and made a cut, perfection!
You are very welcome. Cheers Rob
I use the three cutter countersink bits with good results, a bit of cutting fluid helps.
why don't people just read the manual that comes along with the impact screwdriver? it doesn't need a tool obviously, especially that big trunk vise. don't remove that 1/2 adapater just keep it on, one hand holds it, the other hand holds the handle, push & twist, then you are all good to go!
I have yet to see any instruction manual with one of these, and I've seen a lot.
@@Xynudu can't speak for all but at least my cheap Harbor Freight one has one and shows clearly how to chagne rotation direction: manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/64000-64999/64812.pdf
OK. Judging by the number of views and thank you's for this video I think instructions are a scarce commodity. I certainly never got any with mine (bought new).
Thank you, Also the diagram helped heaps. Nice and clear instructions, both audio and diagram.
You're welcome!
Pure genius. Simple and to the point.This tool was driving me crazy.Thankyou.
Glad it helped. Fools most people. Cheers Rob
G'day Rob, been watching you for years, and I'm finally thinking of buying a Chinese bench top lathe, I use a harrison 140 daily, but theres always a need for a little bugger too, thanks for sharing buddy
Hi Ralfy. It's all personal choice and depends what you intend to do with it, but if I was to only have one lathe out of my three it would be the 10" swing Chinese one in the video. Does most things for the average home workshop guy and has decent chuck capacity/range. Still can buy a similar unit for $2 K AU. Happy hunting :) Cheers Rob
I just caught this video. I know you probably won’t see the response but you just save me from buying a 10 x 22 lathe with T-slot. I didn’t even notice it. Yeah, it has a MT2 tail stock as well. So after this, that’s a hard no I’ll keep looking.
Good idea. Cheers Rob
Good job all around, Rob. There's a great deal of satisfaction in creating something that just works without any frills or embellishment.
Hi Mart. Yes simple stuff is best. Less to go wrong :) Cheers Rob
Thanks for the Video, I learn a lot from you. Stonemason becoming 'one' with the old Premo lathe. The chip deflector next in required list. Someday will have made all the tools, them make something. As to what, dunno.
Something will come along Lawrence. Jobs tend to find people, well they do to me :) Cheers Rob
G'day Rob. That looks like an ideal project for a 3D printer. You should look into getting one if you haven't already. Looking at the adapter you made I reckon I could spit one out in about 30 minutes, including modeling time, and would cost about 30 to 50 cents in material. Save the expensive aluminium for projects that require strength. Cheers.
Yes, it sure would be a good project for 3D Laz. I have had 3D printers offered to me for review many times, but never taken one up. They don't really interest me. Go with whatever floats your boat. Aluminium stock costs me virtually nothing, so that is not an issue. Cheers Rob
Hi Rob enjoyed video . Great to have a supply of home cast al to use. You brought back happy memories for me with the hoover . I had an even older hoover dustette . It had a fixed flared end . I clamped it against a slot in a box around my dads polishing machine to catch the dust and cotton fluff. It did a great job for years. The reward was agreed I got the payment for the dust when sent away as it contained gold and silver over time . Funny thing is it always coincided with me needing new shoes or a coat .I think my dad got the best deal out of our “bargain”😂
Hi Colum. Glad you enjoyed it. Times gone by :) Cheers Rob
Nice! I probably would have just 3d printed it though. I tend to find these days that I use my 3d printer to make stuff for my lathe and my lathe to make stuff for my 3d printer :D
Good to see someone else would have 3D printed an adapter like this. I tend to print things more often than use my lathe these days, partly because of the easiness and partly because of the cost of the machining blanks.
Thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks for watching
Hello Rob, Nicely done there... 100% agree that everyone should have a lathe for similar jobs... Take care. Paul,,
Hi Paul. Yes, gotta have some fun in your life, even if you only make chips and noise :) Cheers Rob
You're right. Having a lathe can be very useful. But first of all, it's fun to play with.
Yes, great time killers :) Cheers Rob
Great share Rob, With your help I can now cast Aly that is solid and non pores .. How has the summer been in Oz this year, has it been hotter than norm ?? .. Thanks man ,,
Hi Shawn. Good to hear. The summer has been pretty average heat, but not excessive as they predicted. How's your health going ? Cheers Rob
@@Xynudu Thanks Rob.. Health has not been good at all , got the flu 2 months ago and the autoimmune crap kicked in and caused problems..
Sorry to hear that Shawn. Ever since I got COV19 I have had serious muscle and joint pain all over. It's part of the long term effects apparently. Plus I am getting older and on Statins. Still, there's plenty more people way worse off, so you just have to go with the flow. All the best. Cheers Rob
Excellent idea Rob. And as you say, an easy adaptation. I'm going to look out for a small vacuum cleaner like this. Would be easy to put next to machines in the shop. Cheers Nobby
Hi Nobby. Being small makes it quite useful for dust collection. I tried it on the 240 AC car inverter and it worked great. Will be handy to quickly clean the Subaru. That vac must have been laying in the workshop for 30 years and it finally found a use :) Cheers Rob
Nice work Rob, what you can do with a small foundry and a lathe. The general public these days would not have a clue that this can all be done in a backyard. Cam
Hi Cam. I can only agree with you. Even amongst supposed machinists some roads never get ventured down - metal casting and collet use being two prime examples. It's always pleasing when people discover what they've been missing out on and how simple it all really is. Such is life ;) Cheers Rob
I have an infinitely variable power feed on my little lathe, a 12v windscreen wiper motor run through a potentiometer does the trick. 😁 I started on a big project this week that will be full of home-cast parts, the first 2 will be in part 1 next week, I agree with you wholeheartedly, home-casting Aluminium saves me a small fortune. 👍
Sounds great! Yes, it sure saves a lot of money and makes projects affordable. I mainly cast stock, but have done pattern casting a few times. Quite a lot of BS on YT about all this. Such is life. Cheers Rob
@@Xynudu I find it useful for making odd-shaped parts and I have just about finished machining one of the oddest-shaped parts I have cast so far. And yeap I agree there is mountains of BS out there, 👍
Nice one Rob👍👍👍👍 I use a modern portable modern plastic vacuum to catch the dust when drilling holes in home walls, that little vacuum of yours looks solid and well made. By the way!! Been meaning to ask some advice, i want to do a little bit of making some cast aluminium slugs, just a couple of small square and a couple of round stock, i've never done this before, whats the best way of doing it without going to expense of buying equipment i might not use again or use very infrequently. i know you have a furnace but is there a safe way to just heat up and melt in something suitable with my blow torch. any advice welcomed👍👍 regards kev
Hi Kev. Your blow torch will melt aluminium no problem. You just need to make a crucible with a long handle out of old large diameter pipe or a cut down a small disposable gas cylinder or some such to handle it. Things get hot doing this and molten metal is dangerous, so make sure the crucible can be manhandled safely/easily. For a quick and dirty furnace use some old house bricks to contain the gas torch heat. DON'T overheat the aluminium (ie. as soon as it melts it's ready to pour). The hotter it gets, the more it will gas and put bubbles in the result. Also pour into a pre-heated steel mold (pipe) if possible (clean finish with no seam weld internally). The ally will contract back on cooling and come out easily. Use good quality ally that has been machined previously. I have a few videos on how to do this. Wear protective gear (welding face shield) and keep well away from moisture. Have a clear work floor area. It's quite easy to do but there is a LOT of BS out there on this. Email me if you want any more help. Cheers Rob
Hi again Kev. One very quick and dirty way to do a round slug is to simply melt the ally in a tin can of appropriate diameter. Make a brick hearth/cubby to retain the heat. Heat the can with the biggest gas torch available. Bigger means faster. The tin can should glow red hot, but not the ally. When molten skim off the dross (without shaking the can) then let air cool in the can. Peel off the tin afterwards (easy). The result should be passable for a bit of experimenting. Cheers Rob
@@Xynudu cheers Rob 👍👍👍👍👍👍 that'll do for me for starters, was wondering about that, wasn't sure about the impurities affecting the melt, so when the time comes i will try straight from the can. Many thanks for your thoughts atb Kev
Modern tin cans have a synthetic lining/coating, but it should burn up during the melting process. If the ally is all the same type/source the end product should be pretty consistent/good. Good luck Kev. Cheers Rob
@@Xynudu thanks for all the info Rob, appreciated👍👍👍👍
Lovely job Rob 👍👍👍 You can't beat the old home cast aluminium. Great to see the very expensive, high tech, chip deflector in use 🤣🤣 Cheers, Alan.
Hi Alan. Yes I spared no expense with the chip guard ;) I see people actually make up fancy large clear plastic ones and shake my head. LOL These work the best. Cheers Rob