This channel is an absolute pleasure to watch. Not sure why it’s taken me this long to find it. Thanks for the commentary. It makes it a fantastic learning experience.
I've really enjoyed the videos and learned how much I don't know about machine shop work! I'm looking forward to receiving my adjuster sometime soon - Ian tells me it's on the way from Australia to the US as of last weekend. Thank you for the care you've put into their creation!
I got here on a random recommendation, although I follow recognize a few names from comments and stickers. Thank you for all the tips; the high quality of the parts tell me everything I need to know about their validity.
Another great video Max. Batch runs are always better. Some people don't understand why a one off custom job can be expensive. All the various set ups.
Absolutely brilliant Max, I never doubted you for this project. All 10 have come up a treat, assembled and ready to ship to their new X31 Robland homes this coming week. I cannot thank you enough on behalf of all the members of the Robland K26 & X31 Owners / Users Group Facebook page who will be the new owners of these fine pieces of engineering for many years to come. They will save a lot of time & frustration setting accurate blade heights quickly and precisely, something the original handles could never do. Your practical approach to modifying the original design to cure interference fit issues was sincerely appreciated. I couldn’t be happier and would heartily recommend your work to any prospective clients. Lastly, the fact that you film and publish the process also, means that the new owners can get an appreciation of the work and skill that goes into the manufacture of these machine parts. I’ll try and add a link to a short video of the adjuster fitted to the Robland X31 so that any of your subscribers and viewers who are interested, can see the adjuster in action on the machine they fit to just to complete the series and make sense of this tools purpose. czcams.com/video/gHJyjoK2-Xs/video.html 👍👍👍🇦🇺
Thanks Max, always something to learn when watching your Setup Gauges & Machining Techniques.. The only problems is Watching a super Craftsman at work, and the time is just gone. LOL . Great series, keep up your Great Work.
Hello mate - you don’t seem to have a worry in the world - you’re a marvellous machinist and happy go lucky as you like - what’s the secret - what are we all missing - can you share your take on life. I m not being silly I really admire your no nonsense nothing is too hard approach. Cheers
Hi Max, I’ve just watched the other four videos in this series. Yes I know I watched the last one first but it’s how I found your channel 😂 I just wanted to say thanks for the great videos I’ve learned a lot from these and I’ve learned how to hold parts better and how to use my mill more efficiently. I’m looking forward to going back through your videos mate. Keep up the great work 👍
Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. The way you approach your work is highly insightful. I particularly liked seeing you cut the chuck jaws to ensure a clean fit up on the bar stock once finished. Subscribed and liked. Kudos sir, kudos.
Max, thank you for making machining videos like this where you explain everything very clearly. I learn something from every video. This has been an interesting series! I've noted that you use a lot of WD-40, at least when cutting aluminum/aluminium. Have you considered buying the equivalent of a gallon can of WD-40 and an industrial-quality spray bottle? I think you'd save a lot of $$ if you did.
Great bunch of tips. I would need a second clamp kit to pull of that really interesting clamp arrangement you used as a stop. I always wondered if a second kit wouldn't be a good idea. I wasn't aware of the issue with bottoming out a reamer. Good one, that. I was thinking mill for the length cut on the bars as well. I guess I'm learning.
Good series Max. Really enjoyed it and looking forward to the cutter grinder lessons coming up. I bought the Shars unit after seeing the video that Robyn did, but I need help. Thanks again.
Yes, I’ve got the d bit grinder so just realized that’s not what you’re talking about. After watching you, that’ll probably be another tool I’ll have to have. 😂
Hi just stumbled across your great Chanel and subscribed. Very nice work and and ingenious ideas for work holding. I loved the way you held the small wheel with the knob in 👍
G’day Max. Excellent work mate. Love the work holding solution on that small hand wheel. That was very bloody clever mate. You threw we with that lathe tool on its side at first. But then I realised what it was for 👍🍻
Thanks for bothering to explain your methods, lots of gems there. Looking forward to seeing how you grind tools, most of the manuals are not good for the inexperienced and seeing it done with your instructions will be helpful
Thanks Stan . We will be working from my apprentice books with the grinding , so hopefully we do not miss the basics . It is something i have not done since my apprentice days !!!
Thanks Max, there's been some great tips throughout this series. Curious to know if you now dedicate those soft jaws for the 3 jaw chuck solely to this job for repeat work & buy new ones for other jobs? regards Colin
It is best to keep them , as some can be used for other jobs with out modification . When i make a set of jaw blanks , i make a few as i am already set up for the operation . Cheers .
Do my ears deceive me? "quicker and faster than a lathe", Yeah ok it probably is. lol. But my mate Galileo ( I have been here a few times before), when I was making some bits for his teleroscoper ( real weird bugger, thought he could see what he called planets orbiting the stars), didn't have a milling machine so we had to make do with a LATHE.
@@swanvalleymachineshop I think the reason that many use WD40 for aluminium, is that many standard Suphur based and with added Chloride stain non-ferrous material. Parrafin/Kerosene was the metalworking fluid of choice before it was realised it wasn't the best to health etc. WD40 is also easy to clean up, and aids cleaning of machines. Regards John.
i can see more old iron in your life that says herbert or ward and can i have 500 by next monday as i realy need them and the check is in the post you are now making me have to think again
This channel is an absolute pleasure to watch. Not sure why it’s taken me this long to find it. Thanks for the commentary. It makes it a fantastic learning experience.
Thanks Sanjay . Much appreciated .
I've really enjoyed the videos and learned how much I don't know about machine shop work! I'm looking forward to receiving my adjuster sometime soon - Ian tells me it's on the way from Australia to the US as of last weekend. Thank you for the care you've put into their creation!
Thanks Andrew .
I got here on a random recommendation, although I follow recognize a few names from comments and stickers. Thank you for all the tips; the high quality of the parts tell me everything I need to know about their validity.
Thanks Jim . Cheers .
Appreciate all the setup details and supporting explanations from a master machinists 👍👍😎👍👍
Thanks .
Another great video Max. Batch runs are always better. Some people don't understand why a one off custom job can be expensive. All the various set ups.
Thanks Graham . Cheers .
Absolutely brilliant Max, I never doubted you for this project.
All 10 have come up a treat, assembled and ready to ship to their new X31 Robland homes this coming week.
I cannot thank you enough on behalf of all the members of the Robland K26 & X31 Owners / Users Group Facebook page who will be the new owners of these fine pieces of engineering for many years to come.
They will save a lot of time & frustration setting accurate blade heights quickly and precisely, something the original handles could never do.
Your practical approach to modifying the original design to cure interference fit issues was sincerely appreciated.
I couldn’t be happier and would heartily recommend your work to any prospective clients.
Lastly, the fact that you film and publish the process also, means that the new owners can get an appreciation of the work and skill that goes into the manufacture of these machine parts.
I’ll try and add a link to a short video of the adjuster fitted to the Robland X31 so that any of your subscribers and viewers who are interested, can see the adjuster in action on the machine they fit to just to complete the series and make sense of this tools purpose.
czcams.com/video/gHJyjoK2-Xs/video.html
👍👍👍🇦🇺
Thanks Ian , anytime . Cheers .
Thanks Max, always something to learn when watching your Setup Gauges & Machining Techniques.. The only problems is Watching a super Craftsman at work, and the time is just gone. LOL . Great series, keep up your Great Work.
Thanks Ted . Cheers .
Hello mate - you don’t seem to have a worry in the world - you’re a marvellous machinist and happy go lucky as you like - what’s the secret - what are we all missing - can you share your take on life. I m not being silly I really admire your no nonsense nothing is too hard approach. Cheers
No secret , just don't rush into anything & take a bit of time to think the job through . Thanks .
I can attest to Max’s skill & attitude to life. One of nature’s true gentlemen.
Finally got time to sit down and watch this one, look forward to see some updates on the new workshop
Thanks Matt . Cheers .
Hi Max,
Great series... thank you...
I look forward to seeing the new workshop in the new year.
Take care
Paul,,
Thanks Paul . Looking forward to it myself ! Cheers .
Hi Max, I’ve just watched the other four videos in this series. Yes I know I watched the last one first but it’s how I found your channel 😂 I just wanted to say thanks for the great videos I’ve learned a lot from these and I’ve learned how to hold parts better and how to use my mill more efficiently. I’m looking forward to going back through your videos mate. Keep up the great work 👍
No Worries John . Cheers .
Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. The way you approach your work is highly insightful. I particularly liked seeing you cut the chuck jaws to ensure a clean fit up on the bar stock once finished. Subscribed and liked. Kudos sir, kudos.
Thanks .
Beautiful work Max, your years of experience really shone through in this series. What looks to be a difficult job is made to look so easy.
Cam
Thanks Cam . Cheers
Gday, all these components look great, there was a lot of interesting setups and I learnt heaps, Thanks Max
Well said, some clever set-ups.
Thanks Matty .
Hi Max, Excellent series crammed with old school tips, well filmed and edited, enjoyed. Cheers
Thanks Paul . Cheers .
Nice use of that little adjustable parallel for checking your slot width.
Thanks .
Great project series Max, some very useful set-ups, have to memorise them.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks .
I made some parts for a table saw recently too. Awesome work Max.
Thanks Dave . Cheers .
Max, thank you for making machining videos like this where you explain everything very clearly. I learn something from every video. This has been an interesting series!
I've noted that you use a lot of WD-40, at least when cutting aluminum/aluminium. Have you considered buying the equivalent of a gallon can of WD-40 and an industrial-quality spray bottle? I think you'd save a lot of $$ if you did.
I should do that with the WD . Cheers .
Always enjoy seeing work holding methods. Very good information. May help me out in the future. Thanks for the video.
Thanks Vern . Cheers .
G’day Max. Excellent end to the series, thanks for sharing.
Good luck with the new shop, I hope you bring us along for the ride.
Cheers
Peter
Thanks Peter . There will be some footage of the construction . Cheers .
Great series Max. Great information for production work in a home shop 🙂
Thanks Russell . Cheers .
Thanks, Max - lots to learn from this series.
Thanks Richard . Cheers .
Great content! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks .
Still catching up on missed videos..Thanks Max
Cheers Dean .
Great bunch of tips. I would need a second clamp kit to pull of that really interesting clamp arrangement you used as a stop. I always wondered if a second kit wouldn't be a good idea. I wasn't aware of the issue with bottoming out a reamer. Good one, that. I was thinking mill for the length cut on the bars as well. I guess I'm learning.
Hi Rob , second clamping kits always come in handy . I will email you about the roller set up . Cheers .
Another efficiently completed job. Enjoyed watching and seeing your results.
Thanks John . Cheers .
WD40 and NO climb milling... the man's a genius 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍
I rekon those can's must fall off the back of a truck the way he sprays it around :-)
The good oil !!!
@@SneakyMcBastard Shhhhh !!!
@@SneakyMcBastard You must be right. Here in the USA I buy it in gallons, Max must go through cases of cans from what I see in the videos.
Smooth as peanut butter ,great video,keep'um coming.
Thanks 👍
Good series Max. Really enjoyed it and looking forward to the cutter grinder lessons coming up. I bought the Shars unit after seeing the video that Robyn did, but I need help. Thanks again.
Hopefully you will get something out of it . Is the one you have like a D bit grinder or conventional T&C grinder .
Yes, I’ve got the d bit grinder so just realized that’s not what you’re talking about. After watching you, that’ll probably be another tool I’ll have to have. 😂
@@macsmachine2609 I am sure some of the basics would be the same .
Hi just stumbled across your great Chanel and subscribed. Very nice work and and ingenious ideas for work holding. I loved the way you held the small wheel with the knob in 👍
Thanks John . Cheers .
Beautiful video. Like it
Thanks Mate . Cheers .
@@swanvalleymachineshop cheers too
G’day Max. Excellent work mate. Love the work holding solution on that small hand wheel. That was very bloody clever mate. You threw we with that lathe tool on its side at first. But then I realised what it was for 👍🍻
Thanks Aaron . Your stickers arrived , i will put them up in a future video . Cheers .
Excellent Max 👍👌
Thanks mate . Cheers .
Thanks for bothering to explain your methods, lots of gems there.
Looking forward to seeing how you grind tools, most of the manuals are not good for the inexperienced and seeing it done with your instructions will be helpful
Thanks Stan . We will be working from my apprentice books with the grinding , so hopefully we do not miss the basics . It is something i have not done since my apprentice days !!!
Keep on Keeping on Max. John, EC Australia.
Thanks John . Cheers .
Thanks Max, great series. Looking forward to the tool grinding video, hope to get some good tips
Thanks Mate . Cheers .
Should be one very happy client.
Yes . Thanks .
Looking forward to the tool cutter grinder video's and progress on the shop
Same here ! Thanks .
An archer tapping Chuck a good bit of kit
Thanks . I have to do a repair job on the clutch , it has been stuck for years ! Cheers .
Nice work m. Grand.
Old dog old trics but amazin triks ho ho ho.
John Grizopoylos retired machinist From Greece
Thanks John . Cheers .
Thanks Max, there's been some great tips throughout this series.
Curious to know if you now dedicate those soft jaws for the 3 jaw chuck solely to this job for repeat work & buy new ones for other jobs?
regards Colin
It is best to keep them , as some can be used for other jobs with out modification . When i make a set of jaw blanks , i make a few as i am already set up for the operation . Cheers .
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Thanks Roy .
I was curious about the new shop, hadn't heard any progress.
Progress is slow . I always seem to have more to do than time permits ! Thanks .
Don't worry about a video shortage. Get that shop done.
That's the immediate plan now , but i do have to pop up north to an iron ore mine for a bit first !!!
Do my ears deceive me? "quicker and faster than a lathe", Yeah ok it probably is. lol. But my mate Galileo ( I have been here a few times before), when I was making some bits for his teleroscoper ( real weird bugger, thought he could see what he called planets orbiting the stars), didn't have a milling machine so we had to make do with a LATHE.
Your ears heard right ! 👍
Something thats saves a mess and money. Use a Oil cup/acid brush and buy wd40 in a gallon jug. I add some thick oil so its not so runny
Thanks . My thick cutting oil i use a can & brush but I keep knocking oil cups over !!! . WD is a consumable & should be costed to the job . Cheers .
@@swanvalleymachineshop they sell no spill oil cups cheap. I just use a magnet in the bottom
Max have you got shares in WD40🤑 👍👍🏴
I purchase 5 litre with included sprayer, lasts me about two years.
I wish !!! The best stuff for ally . Even works good on steel .
@@swanvalleymachineshop I think the reason that many use WD40 for aluminium, is that many standard Suphur based and with added Chloride stain non-ferrous material. Parrafin/Kerosene was the metalworking fluid of choice before it was realised it wasn't the best to health etc. WD40 is also easy to clean up, and aids cleaning of machines.
Regards John.
@@bostedtap8399 Thanks , the staining is a good point .
i can see more old iron in your life that says herbert or ward and can i have 500 by next monday as i realy need them and the check is in the post you are now making me have to think again
Ward 7C & 7D preselect !!!