Adam Savage's Favorite Tools: Drill Powered Paint Can Mixer!

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    Here's a tool that can save you time on countless prop builds and projects: a spray paint rattle can shaker powered by a standard drill. It's a device that Adam has used dozens of times this past summer in his builds, and even let him make use of cans PlastiKote that have been sitting on his shelves for the better part of a decade. This tool tip demonstration also unexpectedly becomes a spontaneous tool repair as Adam has to fix the mixer mid-video!
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  • @tested
    @tested  Před 2 lety +32

    For 50% off your first month of any subscription crate from KiwiCo (available in 40 countries!) go to kiwico.com/tested
    I Can Mixx Spray Paint Can Mixer: amzn.to/3njE98J
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    • @MagiciansApprentice1
      @MagiciansApprentice1 Před 2 lety +1

      out of stock

    • @springwoodslasher79
      @springwoodslasher79 Před 2 lety

      Like you really need to put on a mask for that.

    • @lasarith2
      @lasarith2 Před 2 lety

      Tbh, I would have though Adam would have built a spinning machine ( ~ the same as NASA’s multi axis trainer (MAT) and the can sits in the middle while you spin it .

    • @PatrickPaul1203
      @PatrickPaul1203 Před 2 lety

      Hey just so you know your link to the mixer in the description says unavailable. Edit: as well does the one in the comments

    • @OMGnotThatGuy
      @OMGnotThatGuy Před 2 lety

      Is Amazon link broken for anyone else?

  • @itsxerxes6754
    @itsxerxes6754 Před 2 lety +347

    i like how he instinctively shakes the can in his hand a little immediately after turbo mixing it
    just cant get rid of that muscle memory

    • @meangreen99
      @meangreen99 Před 2 lety +4

      i feel like spinning the paint like that will make it separate more than mix up. i must be missing something cause i dont think this product would work well

    • @0Rookie0
      @0Rookie0 Před 2 lety +7

      @@meangreen99 I suppose the vibration and ball on the inside provide turbulence. I'd shake, spin, then shake again to be sure. Somebody should do an experiment with a clear can!

    • @Walletau
      @Walletau Před 2 lety +13

      @@meangreen99 The offset from centre screw will generate the shake. It won't work as well as a commercial shaker and will be more of a stir than a shake, but in the good enough category clearly.

    • @emerje0
      @emerje0 Před 2 lety +8

      @@meangreen99 I think you're forgetting that there's also a marble rolling around inside the can cutting through everything inside. Shaking alone isn't the only thing doing the work, the marble is essential.

    • @SquintyGears
      @SquintyGears Před 2 lety +3

      @@meangreen99 basically it comes down to long enough bad shaking is going to result in 100% mixed can. Sure the spiny is 100x worse at mixing than your hand, but it's going 10000x faster. So you get a much better mix much faster. Even if mentally you know it's 100x worse at maxing....

  • @0xTJ
    @0xTJ Před 2 lety +473

    I absolutely loved your reaction to it breaking. It's the kind of wholesome surprise that just makes me feel good.

    • @edwardsmith7131
      @edwardsmith7131 Před 2 lety +53

      He said out loud that hadn't seen it fail in all of his uses so it failed live during the recording.
      You can tell by his reaction that he hadn't planned it.

    • @tested
      @tested  Před 2 lety +91

      @@edwardsmith7131 Oh, you are right -- it was DEFINITELY not planned. We were ALL surprised!

    • @CountDoucheula
      @CountDoucheula Před 2 lety +14

      Dude, spoilers....

    • @briandeschene8424
      @briandeschene8424 Před 2 lety +20

      @@CountDoucheula
      Unfortunately I have learned to watch videos without reading description or comments first because of the spoiler factor. You can always read them later without “risk”. Cheers!

    • @justeric1107
      @justeric1107 Před 2 lety +23

      @@CountDoucheula it's CZcams dude, not the release of Empire Strikes Back.

  • @bigclivedotcom
    @bigclivedotcom Před 2 lety +58

    That's clever. The dip tube will be acting like an internal stirrer.

  • @Grimdari
    @Grimdari Před 2 lety +172

    Only Adam can make mixing a can of paint interesting.

    • @roycarlson0517
      @roycarlson0517 Před 2 lety +1

      This is a totally true statement. 😂🤓👍🏼

    • @paultucker2027
      @paultucker2027 Před 2 lety +2

      Yes, true, But can he do the same for watching the paint dry.... Lol

  • @xnadave
    @xnadave Před 2 lety +41

    I love that your drill says "DRILL" on the back. I really need to mark all my 20v tools like that, rather than taking them out of the rack one by one until I find the one I'm looking for.

  • @MegaCorey1977
    @MegaCorey1977 Před 2 lety +119

    Tune in next week when, Adam mixes 3 cans simultaneously using a Lathe

    • @Gravalpea
      @Gravalpea Před 2 lety +3

      ...
      I am intrigued and horrified all at the same time...
      ...go on.

    • @devinholland2189
      @devinholland2189 Před 2 lety +4

      4 jaw set a little off center would mix the heck out of a spray can.

    • @Scottie1152
      @Scottie1152 Před rokem

      I customarily use my wood lathe for this. I use a three haw chuck and add a little shim of wood on one jaw to off center it a bit, tighten it down just firmly enough to hold it securely but not dent the can. Then I run it for five minutes at around 600 rpm and it works like a champ!

  • @harbl99
    @harbl99 Před 2 lety +343

    "People have reported these failing where the hex bolt meets the can..."
    A few moments later.

    • @jessejohnson159
      @jessejohnson159 Před 2 lety

      I read your comment before the tube fell off! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 That reason is exactly why those kinds of statements are not very often used by me.... 😁😅

    • @3.k
      @3.k Před 2 lety +3

      Leia: “It can’t get any worse.”
      A few seconds later
      Han: “It’s worse.”

    • @tylerrussell6779
      @tylerrussell6779 Před 2 lety +2

      The really funny part is, I think he made it better with the all thread. The additional shaking is just going to help

    • @jessejohnson159
      @jessejohnson159 Před 2 lety +5

      @@tylerrussell6779 I've used enough 'All Tread' to know it is inherently weak to any side load. Also the roots of the threads are very susceptible to cracking when they respond to side load. Yes, the all thread may be 'stronger' than the original part inserted into the canister.) I am waiting to receive this brand paint shaker and will replace the original shaft with a matching length of cold rolled steel, threaded on the end just enough to secure it in the canister. I'll be darned if I want to risk getting hit in the mouth or face if and or when the canister comes loose! 😝

    • @tim1398
      @tim1398 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jessejohnson159 Stainless steel all-thread has been better in my experience than the zinc-plated crap. It only costs a little more.

  • @calcustom5026
    @calcustom5026 Před 2 lety +19

    I made my own spray paint mixer using a sawzall blade and some hose clamps. It's a thing of beauty. Instead of just spinning it shakes the hell out of the cans really quickly.

    • @darthseverus89
      @darthseverus89 Před rokem

      Very smart

    • @intjonmiller
      @intjonmiller Před rokem +1

      Came here to say this. Highly recommend grinding the teeth off first. 😁 Spot weld or rivet the blade to the clamps.

    • @TheSpiderChick
      @TheSpiderChick Před rokem

      Well, I gotta say, that sounds to me like you should make a CZcams vid demonstrating your fantastic hack! Sawzall paint can shaker!
      It's a great idea. I love solutions like that! Bravo and thanks!

    • @mewmew32
      @mewmew32 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TheSpiderChickalready several videos about this

  • @JDeWittDIY
    @JDeWittDIY Před 2 lety +8

    I made a makeshift one in a few minutes and it's still going strong years later. Piece of allthread bolted into a wooden disk that fits tightly into the end of a short piece of PVC pipe. The can fits loosely but still spins and mixes great! I got the idea from a sixtyfiveford video.

  • @shirleyjest8838
    @shirleyjest8838 Před 2 lety +69

    It made me feel better seeing you struggling to take the lid off that paint can. I had the same struggle 2 days ago.🙂

    • @leonlemgruber2119
      @leonlemgruber2119 Před 2 lety +4

      Lots my count how many times I’ve finished hitting the spray cap over some hard surface. Hahaha

    • @Christophersanchez1326
      @Christophersanchez1326 Před 2 lety +5

      And to add losing the sprayer tip under the work bench😂 while taking the cap off.

    • @cmaddy
      @cmaddy Před 2 lety +3

      I have broken so many caps trying to get them off a stubborn can 😂

    • @Cobyc5150
      @Cobyc5150 Před 2 lety +1

      I do that every time I use spray paint to open it. didn't think twice bout it till a few days ago and realized I was making it harder on myself, just squeeze the tabs I tell myself. But hitting it is so much more satisfying and tempting

    • @thomaslevy2119
      @thomaslevy2119 Před 2 lety +3

      "Adult resistant" safety tops.

  • @DarylVanHumbeck
    @DarylVanHumbeck Před 2 lety +2

    I seriously enjoy how you've turned this segment of CZcams into a community of Makers, sharing tips and tricks, project ideas, details of official versions of things you're duplicating, and pitfalls to avoid. It's such a great place to hang out!

  • @donbeary6394
    @donbeary6394 Před 2 lety +28

    I learned long ago to heat every can of spray paint in running hot tap water , I at first did it because the air temperature was low , but, I've found that it sprays so much better, lays down better, dries faster, that I warm every can before I use it .. interesting mixer device , loved the laughing snort :-)

    • @jasonbirch1182
      @jasonbirch1182 Před 2 lety +3

      For sure. My shop is not fully heated so in winter when I have to spray a little project or part, getting that can cooking hot makes a huge difference. I shake it infront of the diesel heater for a quickie but a bucket of really hot water is a smart move.
      Edit: getting the part warm helps too.

    • @williamstrachan
      @williamstrachan Před 2 lety +4

      Yeah the heat works in everything, increases the propellant pressure, thins the fluid, makes the volatiles evaporate off faster, it is the secret sauce

  • @andrewdonatelli6953
    @andrewdonatelli6953 Před 2 lety +38

    Great tip! I've been wanting something like this for a long time. I like DupliColor automotive filling primer. I alternate coats between grey and red so I can see how deep I'm sanding.

    • @0Rookie0
      @0Rookie0 Před 2 lety +8

      Holy carp that's genius.

    • @Colt45hatchback
      @Colt45hatchback Před 2 lety +3

      You sir, are a genius! That would have helped so much when i was restoring my 1977 toyota corolla. Will be using it in the future.

  • @therealgaragegirls
    @therealgaragegirls Před 2 lety +56

    I love how after saying that his tool hasn't broken where it *always breaks*--almost immediately breaks right there. Adam's laughter is so genuine there. 😂

    • @madddog7
      @madddog7 Před 2 lety +1

      _"Adam's laughter is so genuine there"_
      Ya know it was genuine cuz it was a snort-laugh :-)

  • @foosbabaganoosh1
    @foosbabaganoosh1 Před 27 dny

    8:40 the waiting for the washer was such a wonderfully relatable moment.

  • @Maker_of_Things
    @Maker_of_Things Před 2 lety +17

    Good tool tip! I'd recommend this to any maker using spray cans!
    I made my own paint can mixer (mainly because I could and to reduce resource use by using my own off cuts and scraps). I used a heavy wall cardboard tube that fitted around the can, Hole sawed a disc of 18mm plywood and screwed it in the bottom of the card tube. Then I bolted on, as you did, an M6 threaded rod. As I didn't get it completely square it also has a slight wobble. But for the first time I can use every drop of paint from a spray can and get full coverage.
    I also clean the nozzles in a jar of acetone after every use and and have a box of spare nozzles for use if needed. When the can is empty I slice it open and retrieve the steel or glass ball from it to use in other projects and keep the can caps for small parts storage on the bench when dismantling stuff.

    • @PPW-007
      @PPW-007 Před 2 lety +1

      For cleaning and storing nozzles in solvent I repurposed a disposable jewelry cleaner my wife had. It has a removable basket (holds the nozzles) and a small brush too. I will try to find a link and post it. I use lacquer thinner instead of acetone because ketones attack many plastics.

    • @Maker_of_Things
      @Maker_of_Things Před 2 lety

      @@PPW-007 That's a good point about using thinners. Oddly I don't have any. Must get some.

  • @johnsjarboe
    @johnsjarboe Před 2 lety +34

    Love those zooms 4:08
    Joey having a little fun

    • @FlorianLinscheid
      @FlorianLinscheid Před 2 lety +4

      Interesting you say that because I genuinely hate them. They are super distracting to me and add nothing in my opinion.

    • @johnsjarboe
      @johnsjarboe Před 2 lety +5

      @@FlorianLinscheid Neat. Also a coincidence: that's exactly how I feel about your comment! Have a nice day :)

    • @SalandFindles
      @SalandFindles Před 2 lety

      Eagle-Eye John!

    • @FlorianLinscheid
      @FlorianLinscheid Před 2 lety

      @@johnsjarboe Touché 😅

  • @dr.rotwang
    @dr.rotwang Před 2 lety +43

    Hand's down my preferred spray paint for most projects is Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Dark Gray primer. NOT the 2x paint + primer nonsense but the old school base primer. Its getting harder to find but it can still be gotten. Last time I bought it the only place that carried it was my local ACE Hardware store. They had to special order it so I bought a whole case but it is totally worth it.

    • @Darkstar.....
      @Darkstar..... Před 2 lety

      Sounds like a kingdom hearts spin off spray paint brand. 10 words in the name title

    • @1DEADBEEF1
      @1DEADBEEF1 Před 2 lety

      Give the rustoleum proffesional series primer a chance,

    • @talyrath
      @talyrath Před 2 lety

      The 2X cans need to be called “Guaranteed to run”

    • @elfpimp1
      @elfpimp1 Před 2 lety

      Any filler properties to it?

  • @krzysztofmathews738
    @krzysztofmathews738 Před 2 lety +3

    This is the first time I've seen one of these! Thank you!

  • @dmaifred
    @dmaifred Před 2 lety +25

    Hah, I remember trying to make one in a rush. The pipe was too small and I heated it with a heat gun , I got the can to fit in... But not out.... There is still a can is paint in a pipe somewhere in my shop :)

  • @shp_racing
    @shp_racing Před 2 lety +19

    Eastwood High-build Self-etching Primer is the best I've ever used. Actually Eastwood's spray paints are all excellent.

    • @elfpimp1
      @elfpimp1 Před 2 lety +2

      I had to scroll through a ton of comments to get to o e where someone actually posts their favorite filler-primer. Now that is out of the way, what do you like best about it. I'm looking for a decent product for post 3d printing processes..

    • @shp_racing
      @shp_racing Před 2 lety

      @@elfpimp1 for this product in particular and Eastwood spray products in general, they spray exceptionally well and lay down very flat. If you have decent skills with a spray can you can get excellent, no run results. This fuller primer is also very good at filling sanding scratches and then sands easily for a great top coat. As I generally use them for their intended purposes (automotive restoration) I also find it to be highly resistant to fluids typically found in cars so it is very durable. If you are going to use this or any Eastwood spray paint in a non-automotive use you may find it almost indestructible.

  • @countryracer69
    @countryracer69 Před 2 lety

    My father is an old autobody man and a super tightwad. He has a hundred cans of paint he gets at auctions and such. In fact most of the fresh paint he finds in my shop. So he is getting one of these for Christmas! Built in my shop of course!

  • @ckm-mkc
    @ckm-mkc Před 2 lety +1

    When I restored cars, we used a 2k primer filler called Slick Sand. If you want to know the secret of those amazingly smooth show cars, it's Slick Sand. You can spray it super thick (1/4") in one pass.... Of course, it is a 2k mix but it hardens in like an hour or less and, like the name suggests, it sands super well. I've also used SEM Primer Filler, which comes in a can but it not nearly as nice.

  • @robfromgpw5243
    @robfromgpw5243 Před 2 lety +79

    Guess I am going to try to make a diy version with some nuts, washers, threaded rod, qt paint can and some foam. Thanks, Adam, for more insight from the legend himself!

    • @capnbeanis7202
      @capnbeanis7202 Před 2 lety +5

      Please tell me if this works thinking I could weld something together

    • @somethingisverywrong
      @somethingisverywrong Před 2 lety +1

      Please let us know how it goes!

    • @barneymiller7894
      @barneymiller7894 Před 2 lety +1

      I welded one up a few years ago for vintage rustoleum cans, still works fine

    • @robfromgpw5243
      @robfromgpw5243 Před 2 lety +2

      @@barneymiller7894 I am welding skills (and equipment) challenged, gotta work within my limitations…

    • @jeremiahmason6127
      @jeremiahmason6127 Před 2 lety +4

      would be super easy to 3D print a can that has a 1/2in socket hole on the bottom then use an impact to spin it. i made a smaller version for mixing dyes and paints

  • @TimoNoko
    @TimoNoko Před 2 lety +2

    I made one from Lidl Sauerkraut can. I have radioactive glow-in-the-dark paint from 1980s. Finally it spreads evenly.

  • @ltholmsy
    @ltholmsy Před 2 lety

    The best part of this.
    Instead of spending your time complaining about a product breaking.
    You fixed it in under a minute and went on with your day.

  • @blakew8357
    @blakew8357 Před 2 lety +3

    I grew up watching the Mythbusters when it came out. It was a major part of my childhood and helped me through a lot! Great to see your still out there making great content! 👍

  • @Gibbtall
    @Gibbtall Před 2 lety +7

    I've always loved the Duplicolor filler primer. You can give it a real good soak if you're impatient and it'll still dry pretty quickly with no cracking and minimal drips. I've used that plus bondo spot putty to smooth out SLA prints to great effect.

  • @bookoo0193
    @bookoo0193 Před 2 lety +5

    8:11 can't believe you caught that on camera, not really something you can truly plan for but adds greatly to the narrative.

  • @olegvelichko1659
    @olegvelichko1659 Před 2 lety +1

    So glad you just let that washer drop down by itself without pushing it down. You kinda wanted to for a second. But you made the conscious choice to let it fall... Awesome. Thanks.

  • @TomOConnor-BlobOpera
    @TomOConnor-BlobOpera Před 2 lety +28

    I made a rattle-can mixer out of a blunt sawzall blade and some scrap steel.. worked surprisingly well.

    • @leonlemgruber2119
      @leonlemgruber2119 Před 2 lety +6

      I kinda believe your method mixes better than a spinning can.

    • @snower13
      @snower13 Před 2 lety +1

      @@leonlemgruber2119 it doesn’t just spin. The long rod bends into a >1 harmonic shape. It’s even more noticeable with the all-thread.

    • @kaceesavage
      @kaceesavage Před 2 lety

      Tom Sachs has one like that, pretty sweet. How do you hold the can to the apparatus?

  • @Naf623
    @Naf623 Před 2 lety +14

    Tested guys, let Adam do his intro with us in suspense and upload the video without the detailed title; then change it a week or so later for anyone coming looking for it later down the line.

  • @mrfarmall-vk4gw
    @mrfarmall-vk4gw Před 2 lety +3

    I usually clamp a can in my 3jaw chuck slightly off center, works like a charm

  • @86fifty
    @86fifty Před 2 lety +23

    That was hilarious and wonderful proof of concept that you got it to fail on camera! Having done hundreds of reps with it previously! That's some excellent luck! XD
    I seriously hope some intrepid fans personally ferry over some of that particular spray filler Adam loves so much. I'm sure it's gonna happen now that he's put that wish out into the world!

  • @mckrunchytoast2469
    @mckrunchytoast2469 Před 2 lety +6

    8:14 "Well there's your problem" I think that's a fitting quote

  • @AdamNDJ
    @AdamNDJ Před 2 lety +5

    Interesting device. I've been using an old saws all blade that I ground the teeth off of. I just zip tie the spray can to it, hold the sawz-all in a vise, then lock it on and walk away for 5-10 minutes. It really is amazing how life changing a properly mixed can of paint is.

  • @WilkinsonGarrett
    @WilkinsonGarrett Před 2 lety +1

    Yeah! These are so rad!! I actually made one myself out of a 12" length of 3" PVC, and an Oatey Gripper 3" test plug! Just added a longer carriage through-bolt for the drill to chuck onto, and a 3" wide washer from McMaster-Carr for the can to sit and spin on, and voilà! Makes mixing up paint so much easier! I like my home built version, because if anything breaks or wears out, it's comprised of parts I can buy from nearly any hardware store! Mine doesn't have a foam insert to hold the can either, but I don't generally mix my cans upside down anyway haha! Cool to see this tool showcased! Thanks Adam!

  • @beauxtx1959
    @beauxtx1959 Před 2 lety +10

    I made one out of PVC and all-thread a couple years ago and it works great!

    • @GOAP68
      @GOAP68 Před 2 lety

      I made one after watching this video. czcams.com/video/VWJ5qdCe8sY/video.html

    • @levih.4252
      @levih.4252 Před 2 lety

      @@GOAP68 Yep i watched that same one and built one myself. Works awesome

  • @absolutjackal
    @absolutjackal Před 2 lety +4

    I can’t stop replaying how Adam says “spray” at 4:08….am I the only one that hears “spway”? I love it.

  • @brandoncormier4
    @brandoncormier4 Před 2 lety +1

    PLLLEAAASE do a part 2 for the mini chop saw you half rebuilt. still my favorite and it deserves a top to match

  • @mikeybishop7886
    @mikeybishop7886 Před 2 lety

    You are now my favorite CZcamsr for finally acknowledging the absurdity of putting the “surprise” in the thumbnail and/or video title, yet still starting the video pretending like we don’t already know what the reveal is

  • @bzhmaddog
    @bzhmaddog Před 2 lety +2

    Man, thank you for this tip. Never knew this even existed. I have been wasting so many time shaking theses cans !

  • @PPW-007
    @PPW-007 Před 2 lety

    I had a similar idea to this many years ago using a sawzall. I drilled and bolted a used (dull) sawzall blade to the outside of a plastic canister (the prototype was an empty WetWipes container!) with the blade tang protruding so it can still be inserted into the sawzall. Put the paint can into the canister, close the lid (with some foam inside to take up the loose space) and run the sawzall for about 30 seconds on low speed. The oscillating motion of the sawzall shakes and mixes the paint can perfectly!

  • @rocket4602
    @rocket4602 Před 2 lety

    Born and raised in Sunny Cali for 55 great years...then it started to turn to $h1t. Moved to Texas 2006, never looked back......(except for the Mexican Food, lol!) Adam, love you man! True inventor and investigator.

  • @zstacy1432
    @zstacy1432 Před 9 měsíci

    Man I miss the good old days when I was young addicted to watching MYTH BUSTERS! I never missed a episode You are a great in my opinion.

  • @benyarlett7878
    @benyarlett7878 Před 2 lety

    The timing of that tool breaking, and Adam's response = very funny. What I like more, however, is that it appears that his fix has actually improved the product!

  • @lanceriegle2574
    @lanceriegle2574 Před 2 lety +4

    Another great tool tip! I love this type of video! My go to paint is Duplicolor I like the fill primer they make. The engine enamel they make is also fantastic for metal parts.

  • @justanotherfreakinchannel9069

    I love how the piece breaking barely even slowed you down!! May I suggest tho a couple of improvements to keep it from happening again? I would recommend using a thicker threaded rod if you can, then loctite the nuts, and use the biggest washers you can find, both inside and out!!

    • @elfpimp1
      @elfpimp1 Před 2 lety +1

      Dont forget lock washers or nylon nuts! Sos you notice it came loose at the end?? 😁👍

  • @Wishbringer7
    @Wishbringer7 Před 2 lety

    One can make one of these using a Campbells Hearty Soup can (about 2 bucks), two washers, a nut and a hex-head bolt. Cost: cheap. Function: pretty similar. The silicone insert of the video device holds the can better, but the idea is basically to shake the paint. I've been using the soup can version for quite some time. A reciprocating saw with a blade clamp also works well (see other CZcams videos for adapting a reciprocating saw). I use both, and they're GREAT. Thanks Adam for a REALLY FUN video. LOVED it when the spine broke. Perfect timing, and leaving it in the video was brilliant. ;D

  • @Eisenhornk
    @Eisenhornk Před 2 lety +2

    Ahh,Adam`s long sniff after filling the room with solvents. xD

  • @goodadvice7305
    @goodadvice7305 Před 2 lety

    Literally watching paint dry with Adam Savage

  • @markmcgillicutty6644
    @markmcgillicutty6644 Před 2 lety

    I love how you took the time to enjoy the washer walking down the all thread.... you actually paused putting the nut on to enjoy (and let us enjoy) that moment. Thank you for that!
    But what the heck? It's out of stock. I place the blame squarely on your shoulders, Mr. Savage... ;-)

  • @cmaddy
    @cmaddy Před 2 lety +2

    I can’t speak for the Bondo or PlastiKote, but my go-to filler primer has been Alclad’s micro filler primer for my airbrush (I love it for 3D prints and resin casts). It fills scratches nicely and it polishes so well.
    For rattle cans and large areas, I always use Rust-Oleum’s high build filler primer rattle cans. It’s the best I’ve found locally, but I’ll need to compare it to some Bondo.

  • @crumpred805
    @crumpred805 Před 2 lety +5

    I have a paint shaker attachment for my reciprocating saw. Of course one could just make them using an old dull blade ;)

    • @elfpimp1
      @elfpimp1 Před 2 lety

      Oh wow. You really should post a video of it in use!!!

  • @justeric1107
    @justeric1107 Před 2 lety +1

    How have I not thought of this!?
    This seriously has me in a fit of rage because I've spent far too long manually shaking

  • @kthornsberry
    @kthornsberry Před 2 lety

    I was really glad to see this "shop" episode. I got a lot out of these kind of episodes over the past year or so. I'd love to see a larger percentage of these kind of videos in your mix.

  • @skunked42
    @skunked42 Před 2 lety +1

    Aaaaand thus begins the tale of the Great Primer Smuggling Caper.

  • @lonestar16oz
    @lonestar16oz Před 2 lety +2

    They're out of stock. I'll build one this weekend. Thanks for the tip. I've got several precious cans of old paint I'm keen to use.

    • @tested
      @tested  Před 2 lety

      Keep us posted on how it goes!!! We see a lot of people saying they'll make one themselves too.

    • @GOAP68
      @GOAP68 Před 2 lety

      I made one last year based on this video. czcams.com/video/VWJ5qdCe8sY/video.html

    • @lonestar16oz
      @lonestar16oz Před 2 lety

      @@tested used a tomato can, and a piece of 1/4-20 allthread with some fender washers. Piece of cardboard to help hold the can in the can. Seems to work really well.

  • @sneakyfishiix8014
    @sneakyfishiix8014 Před 2 lety

    Man I love this show it brings back a little piece of my childhood I remember watching Mythbusters and absolutely loving it Adam is my hero I'm pretty sure I was 4 then and I'm 22 now turning 23 in February. I even remember when you met President Obama and Jamie sorta cried.

  • @AusSkiller
    @AusSkiller Před 2 lety

    When Adam started mixing that can I thought to myself "wouldn't if be funny if right now was when the mixer failed", this video did not disappoint :)

  • @telephonerock
    @telephonerock Před 2 lety +1

    I've used the one that connects to a Sawzall. It is amazing. If you strip it to your work bench you can just zip-tie the trigger and walk away for a few mins.

  • @markcolglazier1438
    @markcolglazier1438 Před 2 lety

    My dad has been in the auto body business for around 40 years, and his go to for small repair areas that he doesn’t feel like mixing up a bunch in an hvlp gun is Würth brand filler primer. Dries fast, fills great, and sands beautifully. They are very proud of it though as it’s around $30 a can.

  • @bradlothrop4076
    @bradlothrop4076 Před 2 lety

    I swear by a "vortex mixer" for my hobby paints, now I know what to do with my "archived" rattle cans. Thanks so much for this.

  • @peterkelley6344
    @peterkelley6344 Před 2 lety

    What a damn funny break during a demonstration. LOL ROF. That could not have been timed any better.

  • @Zonker66
    @Zonker66 Před 2 lety

    How could you not think this was gonna be a great idea, Adam? It's so basically awesome... assuming it doesn't fly off and disfigure your face. More "It's about time" than "I don't think that'd work". Not being arrogant, I can barely tie my own shoes. Love watching you build and create.

  • @carlosv1691
    @carlosv1691 Před 2 lety

    Love watching your tool tip videos!

  • @irenedavis4629
    @irenedavis4629 Před 2 lety

    OMG! It is a one day build/repair! So much fun, and good info, too!

  • @hardwire666too
    @hardwire666too Před 2 lety +1

    My dad was a jack of all trades kind of guy. But predominantly he was a Paint and Body guy. Along with that, he was a freehand Airbrush artist, the only stencil he ever used was the edge of a manilla folder. He used lacquers. When I got older and experimented myself I learned some about why. Thinned properly, they just will not clog. This is not to mention they spray just so damn perfect.
    The point is I don't think anyone has ever created something that will spray as well, or with the same characteristics of lacquers. But if you find anything that does, please share!

  • @MugRuith
    @MugRuith Před 2 lety +1

    I knew he couldn't resist shaking the can even after proclaiming that it was a beautifully mixed can of paint. Just need to hear those balls jingle.

  • @mittensfastpaw
    @mittensfastpaw Před 2 lety

    That breaking live and your reaction is great.

  • @chrisgenovese8188
    @chrisgenovese8188 Před 2 lety

    I clicked the very instant I saw the thumbnail! This is great, and could be diy'd easily. I usually use an hvlp sprayer, but I use rattle cans occasionally.

  • @dalemaeshiro574
    @dalemaeshiro574 Před 2 lety +1

    Best "Live" moment ever! :-) Thanks for being honest Adam. Cheers!

  • @Dima_Sen_
    @Dima_Sen_ Před 2 lety +6

    Adam is legend 😀

  • @mattmays9063
    @mattmays9063 Před 2 lety

    How is one of the most talented guys I've ever enjoyed watching have THIS much trouble opening a can of spray prain!? lmao. Glad to know he IS human.

  • @ericmattinen4728
    @ericmattinen4728 Před 3 měsíci

    If I ever come to the PROK, I'll have to bring Adam a case or two of the Plastikote primer!

  • @joermnyc
    @joermnyc Před 2 lety +11

    Not sure if you’ve seen the film “SLC Punk!” but there’s a sequence about going to buy beer for a party in Wyoming since Utah only sells low alcohol beer. I can imagine makers going on a run to Nevada for cases of “illegal” spray paint. 😂

  • @Milkex
    @Milkex Před 2 lety

    Love it! Love KiwiCo too, great pairing!

  • @btodoroff
    @btodoroff Před 2 lety +1

    Quick and stronger version is to get a short length of black plastic pipe and a 3 inch pressure test plug. Replace the wingnut with a regular nut and tighten it down. Insert the end of the bolt into your drill and you are good to go.

  • @ANewKindOfFearCustoms
    @ANewKindOfFearCustoms Před 7 měsíci

    I solely use u-Pol filler primer and Expert primer. It's amazing. Fills so good and dries in minutes. Sands to fine dust. No clumps.

  • @S_Hofmann
    @S_Hofmann Před 2 lety +4

    To zoom in while Adam lists all the features a good primer should have was great. 😄

    • @neiloch
      @neiloch Před 2 lety

      ha I noticed that. A little zoom for each one. Excellent.

  • @roberthousedorfii1743
    @roberthousedorfii1743 Před 2 lety +1

    You just inspired me to go find that 3" PVC drain plug ( Oatey #33402 ) I bought a year ago, and assemble my own, with a 3" diameter piece of recycled cardboard shipping tube. Works Great!

  • @Inkhed1
    @Inkhed1 Před 2 lety

    I made a mount on the end of a saws all. This works real well to mix paint cans.

  • @squallxgamer
    @squallxgamer Před 2 lety

    His laugh at the end of the video when it fell off gave me total Hook vibes from the movie Hook with Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman.

  • @JPF_Props
    @JPF_Props Před 2 lety

    My go to primers are duplicolor automotive filler series. They have two types, filler and just basic primer. The filler is great, it sprays well, dries quickly, sands well. Then their basic primer sprays really light and thin, which I like for a top coat. It also is great for finding lines and low spots you can’t see easily. I usually will hit a prop with gray filler, sand, then black primer, sand again as needed. The thin black primer essentially highlights any lines or high/low spots so you can tell visually that the prop is smooth a lot more easily.

  • @IrishFeangol
    @IrishFeangol Před 2 lety +1

    If you have a Reciprocating saw you can tape the can to the end (without the blade).
    Works pretty quick in a pinch.

  • @justinmeisse
    @justinmeisse Před 2 lety +7

    I have a rough time getting a good paint finish on my projects. Any chance of a Rattle-Can 101 video in the future?

    • @flymeetspaddle
      @flymeetspaddle Před 2 lety

      adam isn't the best paint sprayer in the world. his technique is incredibly flawed. which is good in a way cause it shows anyone can do it. but i would go look for spray booth professional showing how to use a rattle can. not saying i wouldn't watch and love that video if he makes one though :)

    • @cmdraftbrn
      @cmdraftbrn Před 2 lety

      when using a rattlecan short bursts in a sweeping action is your best option. also depends on what you're painting / finishing. i paint warhammer figurines.

  • @mickeyfilmer5551
    @mickeyfilmer5551 Před 2 lety +3

    I am going to make one out of 4" (100mm😜) pvc pipe and an end cap with some 10mm thread bar- I am a maker after all!!!🤗

    • @GOAP68
      @GOAP68 Před 2 lety

      I made one last year based on this video. czcams.com/video/VWJ5qdCe8sY/video.html could probably do the same with a 4" test plug.

  • @rcmike09
    @rcmike09 Před 2 lety

    First time in my life, im ahead of adam!!!! Only I built my one out of 3" pvc pipe

  • @briansavage932
    @briansavage932 Před 2 lety +9

    Okay, now I want to see a 1 day build where he modifies a drill motor and one of these mixer attachments into a fixed paint mixing station. He could make it to where it auto reverses several times on its own and stops on a timer.

  • @e.scottdaugherty8291
    @e.scottdaugherty8291 Před 9 měsíci

    I use a cup style wire wheel [helps if smaller than bottom of can].
    Point drill vertical, set can on wheel & SLOWLY squeeze trigger on variable speed drill.
    As it spins up, cup expands spinning can. Don't be inna hurry, bout a minute worked for me.

  • @gallimead
    @gallimead Před 2 lety

    We have now reached the nirvana of watching Adam and paint drying.

  • @zdcyclops1lickley190
    @zdcyclops1lickley190 Před 2 lety

    Mr. Savage Improve the dill powered paint can mixer by adding struts from the edge of the disc at the bottom of the mixer cup to a point on the shaft just above the chuck on your drill. This should prevent the cup from detaching from the shaft.

  • @eebert3
    @eebert3 Před rokem

    Great meeting you at SiliCon this past weekend. I get flustered in those autograph lines, but what I really meant to say was "Thanks!". I've been a fan since the early Mythbuster days and I've gotten so may great tool suggestions from Tested. I've got a rocket painting job coming up and this particular mixer seems to be no longer available, but a DIY version seems simple enough. Heading out to buy the parts now...

  • @thecraftycollector2410

    I'm over in Singapore and the more available filler primer is made by this company called Samurai which uses a japanese formulation but is made in neighbouring Malaysia. It's designed for use on motorcycle bodies if I recall. We can also get Dupli-color filler primer. Both are great but are not easily available at hardware stores. Luiz

  • @drixom9805
    @drixom9805 Před 2 lety +1

    I love it just recently saw a diy version but instead of a drill the welded a clamp to a saw all blade. The failure was awesome but I saw it coming joey put the fixed version in one of the early shots.

  • @davidhiscock1969
    @davidhiscock1969 Před 2 lety +12

    Love the bit where you said about weak spot and then it literally failed on you .
    I have been using Hycote filler primer sprays here in the UK. Nice light coats and it builds up well and sands nicely too. A little long in the curing process if you spray too heavy a coat hence a couple of light coats

    • @chriseastty2874
      @chriseastty2874 Před 2 lety

      Good to here the hycote filler primer works, need to go to the shops to get some

    • @davidhiscock1969
      @davidhiscock1969 Před 2 lety

      @@chriseastty2874 hi Chris. I have learnt to do really thin/ light coats. Barely covering sort of coats. And build up 2 or 3 that way . Too heavy coats and it doesn't seem to cure very well. £7.99 delivered off a well known auction site. It was about 14.99 in the Range ! There are no doubt quicker and better filler primer sprays available but the helmets etc I do , I am in no rush doing so I can leave a little longer

    • @davidhiscock1969
      @davidhiscock1969 Před 2 lety

      It's a mustard yellow sort of colour . Covers well after with either plastic primer or regular primer. I use Hycote car colours for my helmets etc

    • @michaeldavis592
      @michaeldavis592 Před 2 lety +2

      There's also a brand called Autotek which as far as I can tell is identical to Hycote. I find either to be excellent although I mostly use the etch primer rather than the filler primer for the sort of things I do.

  • @jklier66
    @jklier66 Před 2 lety +7

    Rustoleum 2 in 1 primer and filler. I've been using it for years with good success. Also for painting metal, their acid etching primer is fantastic!

  • @di0__0ib
    @di0__0ib Před 2 lety

    that is BRILLIANT!

  • @AgentJohnSteed
    @AgentJohnSteed Před 2 lety +9

    They make a ratchet strap type of this for a reciprocating saw. But the strap lets you use it for more than just rattle cans. Peanut butter jars, smaller bottles of paint, all kind of of things. Way more useful than the spinning action for this tool.