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  • čas přidán 17. 06. 2021
  • I came up with a tool idea that I think will be a welders friend in this video I machine and heat treat (D2 steel) the necessary parts. also made a pretty cool bandsaw tool.
    Three Rivers Forge Instagram page / three.rivers.forge
    Tom Lipton Ox tool CZcams page
    / oxtoolco
    Toms techniques CZcams
    / figbash3
    These are Only things from amazon that I personally like and buy for my own shop.
    Flex Zilla retractable extention cord reel----- amzn.to/3ew4dce ----- Awesome tool to have I have 2. Theyre good quality but expensive (worth it in my opinon)
    40-Pc wire wheel brushes for drill or die grinder----- amzn.to/3bajcX6 ----- Good selection of various wire wheels and theyre cheap.
    LocTite 603----- amzn.to/3tuT8wn ----- I mean its loctite not much to say works great
    Metabo flat head grinder----- amzn.to/3tzRadX ----- Metabo flat head grinder best of the best German made angle grinder for getting in tight spots ( I know the price sucks)
    Dykem layout fluid 2 pack------- amzn.to/3etNXbK ----- blue layout fluid 2 pack (its alittle cheaper than buying 1)
    Markal Pro holder starter kit----- amzn.to/3hcago7 ----- This is the silver streak pencil you always see on my channel for laying out steel I love it (expensive but all the good stuff is)
    Starrett automatic center punch----- amzn.to/3y74YAq ------ Awesome starrett auto center punch that you see in my vids love it best there is
    Scotch brite deburring wheel----- amzn.to/33r8Td3 ----- this is the bench grinder wheel that I love puts almost mirror finish on steel and deburrs also lasts a long time ( make sure you get the right arbor size)
    Precision twist drill index----- amzn.to/3ergxum ------this is the 115 piece drill index you see on my channel all the time......they have been great for me and they arent chinese
    Walter flap discs----- amzn.to/3hatCd8 -----these are the flap discs you see on all my grinders. they are the best there are german made and trimable for longer use the only kind i use ( but very expensive)
    Noga mister------ amzn.to/3h86P1L ----- This the little noga mister that I use on my mill it works well for the bridgeport
    BXA tool post ------ amzn.to/2T0rBGw ------ this is the quick change toolpost and tool holders set (size BXA) that i bought for my lathe its Chinese but good quality I have been very happy with it
    Ratcheting tap handle -------- amzn.to/3wSJRAm ------ this is the racheting tap handle you see me use all the time, I bought mine at harbor frieght originally but theyre chinese made and are identical probably made in the same factory
    Knipex mini bolt cutters ------ amzn.to/3xy2KbZ ------ great for tig wire these are the ones i have and they're 8 inch
    Platinum Noga deburring kit ------ amzn.to/3wJkNfk ------- this is the loaded set it has a deburring tool for almost every situation
    phase 2 quick change toolpost and holders-------- amzn.to/3q8Xfhq ---------- this is the quick change setup you see on my lathe if you want to save money just buy the tool post and make the holders I have a video on it
    Shars Tool ( I don't earn any commissions)
    I buy 95% of my tooling from Shars they are affordable and good quality
    3 inch face mill----- www.shars.com/3-90-degree-fac... ----- use on the Bridgeport leaves an amazing finish large APKT inserts
    3/4 indexable endmill -------- www.shars.com/3-4-90-degree-e... ------- I use it for rouughing on the bridgeport works great and the inserts hold up well
    #shopmadetools #westweld #machining #welding #fabrication #yeswelder #welpers #migwirecutter

Komentáře • 484

  • @harlech2
    @harlech2 Před 2 lety +24

    I like this. One tip for heat treating is leave your parts slightly over-size then afterwards, grind them in. This gives a bit of extra meat to avoid warping and cracking plus gets rid of the decarb that forms at the surface. Another tip, avoid 90 degree inside corners like the plague. Put a radius on it, even a tiny one! This will exponentially decrease the likelihood of a stress-riser induced crack because of a corner.

  • @carramba86h77
    @carramba86h77 Před 3 lety +32

    Great tip with the cut in half pipe. I like how this community helps each other. For every hater their are 2 who want you to succeed. Great video as always!

  • @felurianmasters4369
    @felurianmasters4369 Před 2 lety +10

    Here i thought you was just a welder, then I come to find out your not only a machinist to, you also basically have a full shop. Kudos to you, and well done. I enjoyed this thoroughly.

  • @4doorsupra153
    @4doorsupra153 Před 3 lety +31

    I'm taking machining in college right now and it's so awesome to see people making their own tools/inventing new things and it inspires me to do better! Great work 💪

  • @TimothyDyck
    @TimothyDyck Před 3 lety +8

    This is fire! Love the project and the editing on this video! Look forward to seeing more of your projects!

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Tim! I take notes when I watch your videos I really appreciate the time you must put in, all the camera angles great music choices I just don't know how you can put so much content out. I have a hard time with one a month.

    • @timothyschumann
      @timothyschumann Před 2 lety +2

      Dude, I just realized I wasn't subscribed to your channel. INJUSTICE CORRECTED!

  • @mattspevak7944
    @mattspevak7944 Před 3 lety +7

    That bandsaw half circle clamping action is legit. Thanks for sharing his channel too!

    • @fml5910
      @fml5910 Před 2 lety

      That is a great idea.

  • @tgoregon
    @tgoregon Před 3 lety +5

    Thank you for putting so much time into making this such beautifully made video! I loved the filming, music and editing. Oh, and the project is very cool too!
    Tom

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Tom I appreciate that

  • @joell439
    @joell439 Před 3 lety +5

    Another way to measure the slot is to use an adjustable parallel and then measure the OD of the parallel. Tom’s Techniques is an awesome channel. I wish he would post more. I continue to be blown away with the high quality content of your videos. Such a pleasure to watch you work. 👍👍😎👍👍

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Joel I apperciate that man

  • @kevinlannon5354
    @kevinlannon5354 Před 3 lety +7

    I cannot describe how much I enjoy your content. Educational, excellent production quality, great cinematography, digging the music.... what else can I ask for?? Please keep them coming!

  • @mattsadventureswithart5764
    @mattsadventureswithart5764 Před 6 měsíci

    I love over-engineered things which are made that way just because the person making them could do that.
    Bravo!

  • @roadshowautosports
    @roadshowautosports Před 3 lety +1

    Well, let me add you to my hated professionals list! LOL brother, you’re awesome!!! The whole 0.468” got me going, and the ball turner it’s such a simple but improved idea! Your kindness towards us, making sure we understand every step you take, and towards people, who also helped you, by mentioning their channels and crediting them for their kindness it’s commendable but, what really showed integrity and honesty was the fact you’re just a few videos up, already got an sponsor offering you a welding machine and your only request was to be able to give it to your subscribers, Wow! How many content creators would do that? You’re a greater person than most and humble enough to admit that you’re still learning! Wish you all the success!
    Thank you for sharing your adventures up and quest for perfection!

  • @robgershman3886
    @robgershman3886 Před 3 lety

    I love your videos. Very talented in front and behind the camera. Hope you keep pumping them out

  • @AWAradiola
    @AWAradiola Před 2 lety

    Magnificent workmanship - I can see many many hours in your home made tooling - and many more in set ups, clean ups and trials. Well done.

  • @porschmn
    @porschmn Před 3 lety

    Great vid, filled with great tips, I also like the way you post the tools and products you use in your videos. I for one find that very helpful. Looking forward to your welder review and drawing. Thanks for taking all the time!

  • @DudleyToolwright
    @DudleyToolwright Před 3 lety

    Beautiful machining work. It was a joy to watch.

  • @DmitriIvanov
    @DmitriIvanov Před 3 lety +1

    That half round to hold small stuff in the vise is brilliant, need to copy that :D

  • @Mike-ff7ib
    @Mike-ff7ib Před 3 lety +2

    Your editing and music selection is one of the best I've seen on youtube. Its a joy to watch your videos from start to finish.

  • @alex4alexn
    @alex4alexn Před 3 lety +1

    love the half sphere smasher, a thing of beauty

  • @beauhaubruge2946
    @beauhaubruge2946 Před rokem

    Awesome video! I found it this morning and showed it to my welding & fabrication students. So glad guys like you are publishing fabrication videos like these. Thank you so much!

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před rokem

      Thanks!.....I hope this old tony is a required watching too

  • @3duckit
    @3duckit Před 3 lety

    Just found your videos. Love the info you provide. Thank you very much.

  • @rodneykiemele4721
    @rodneykiemele4721 Před 3 lety

    Love you’re videos, Thanks

  • @pratap3369
    @pratap3369 Před 3 lety

    Great video as always, thanks for posting

  • @bernhard_derProtoTyp
    @bernhard_derProtoTyp Před 3 lety +1

    Your videos are a work of art! The wirechopper too of course. Also thanks for the many many tips and tricks you put into your videos! As for measuring slots: sliding in some adjustable parallels and measuring the part sticking out works well enough for me for this kind of stuff.
    Thanks again and all the best

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks man......I use adjustable parallels too like I did in my ball turning video I just didn't have on small enough for this slot

  • @booytjie
    @booytjie Před 3 lety

    Brilliant little cutter !!!

  • @migalito1955
    @migalito1955 Před 3 lety +1

    Very nice.
    Forty years ago I did business with a Miscellaneous Iron shop that was a one man show. Noah was actually a sculpturer that built stairs and handrails to earn a living. I always thought his work was exceptional until I have been watching your craftsmanship which has left Noah in your dust.

  • @fasteddie4107
    @fasteddie4107 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video and great works. I have never seen such a fine, precise, functional boring tool. Great final product. Thanks for sharing this.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks!......its a German made wohlhaupter automatic boring head

  • @ParsMaker
    @ParsMaker Před rokem

    Nice work , great addition to your shop

  • @robertteller5436
    @robertteller5436 Před 3 lety

    I have learned so much just by watching your site! I only run a small shop but your site has helped me so much!

  • @cogentdynamics
    @cogentdynamics Před 2 lety

    Video editing so good I can’t hardly watch what you are actually watching. I’ll have to watch it over again and again. Thank you.

  • @richball9576
    @richball9576 Před 2 lety

    This reminds me of working in my uncle's tool and die shop when I was a kid. Awesome work!!!!

  • @petera1033
    @petera1033 Před 3 lety

    Brilliant production, beautiful tool - a pleasure to watch - subscribed. Thanks for the effort you put into making this quality of production - much appreciated. Pete

  • @wrstew1272
    @wrstew1272 Před 3 lety +3

    Tom is wicked smart when it comes to tooling and fabrication. You have a pretty awesome shop from the toys that I see! AND know how to use them also. Would love to see that YES show up in the big brown truck in the near future! What a great giveaway, you are doing a fantastic present for your viewing followers, good on ya. Was wondering how that tool would function, glad that I saw the notification that shows it in use.

    • @jeffpitzer8521
      @jeffpitzer8521 Před 3 lety

      Tom Lipton's book, " Metalworking Sink or Swim" is an invaluable resource for any fabricator or machinists library! I think you can still order it through MSC.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      @@jeffpitzer8521 I had forgotten that he had a book ill have to look into it

  • @georgebellamy4737
    @georgebellamy4737 Před 2 lety +1

    Over engineering a simple problem is the best way to go about things!! I look forward to your next video with the review of the YesWelder. Currently using a gasless flux core mig welder, but looking for a decent cheap(ish) welder, so look forward to your review!

  • @MicksWorkshop
    @MicksWorkshop Před 2 lety

    Wow! Very nice. I love the thought and detail that you put into your design. I also like your Clausing lathe, I don't see very many Clausings. I have the grandfather to yours, a Model 100 Mk III. I'm looking forward to checking out your other videos.

  • @EvoKeremidarov
    @EvoKeremidarov Před 3 lety

    this is art... thank you for sharing

  • @RDAUGIRD
    @RDAUGIRD Před rokem

    Super nice. I'm sure Tom would be proud.

  • @coupebuilder
    @coupebuilder Před 3 lety +3

    Nice work, I follow you on Reddit and saw the latest post. Reminds me of something Bridge City Tool would produce, elegant versions of simple tools. Instead of JO blocks try an adjustable parallel, no stack issues and a set of 4 covers most everything and can be left in position to re-test. Those and a Planer gauge are often overlooked but super handy once you get to use them a few times. Excellent work and look forward to more.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks man.....I prefer adjustable parallels but I didnt have any small enough.....ill have to check out bridge city tool

  • @CraigLYoung
    @CraigLYoung Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @tristanhali8252
    @tristanhali8252 Před 3 lety

    love your videos mate, keep them coming!

  • @Xraller
    @Xraller Před rokem

    Very cool!

  • @robertbutler8004
    @robertbutler8004 Před rokem

    There are way too many CZcamsrs that do not give credit to others that have suggested ways to improve various jobs it is good to see CZcamsrs that give credit where credit is due and you are one of them..

  • @thatsgasgarage9843
    @thatsgasgarage9843 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful piece of workmanship.

  • @LetsRogerThat
    @LetsRogerThat Před 3 lety

    Awesome video.

  • @goldwolfgaming7821
    @goldwolfgaming7821 Před 3 lety

    it's always fun to see ideas coming to fruition, I think I've seen a few of your vids before but this hit my recommended IG

    • @goldwolfgaming7821
      @goldwolfgaming7821 Před 3 lety

      oh yeah, also thanks for the content, I do always love this type a thing

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 Před 3 lety

    Not just textbook machining, stellar photography and editing. Overkill wire cutter. Perfect. ✌

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      haha thanks James.......I only want to build things once even if they do end up a little on the heavy side

  • @rdspeedfab
    @rdspeedfab Před 3 lety

    Excellent concept and top notch work as always. Thanks for sharing.

  • @atheed9426
    @atheed9426 Před 3 lety

    Great information here. You know what you are doing.

  • @trollforge
    @trollforge Před 3 lety

    Awesome job!

  • @SeanGreezy
    @SeanGreezy Před 2 lety

    Really didnt even know that was a setting, this is a great idea, beautiful video, you’re a kind soul. Cant wait to see your review

  • @HazItMade
    @HazItMade Před 3 lety

    Kudos on your precision milling! And great videos!

  • @timlucas143
    @timlucas143 Před 3 lety

    Well done, enjoyed the video and the craftsmanship.

  • @kreglamirand2637
    @kreglamirand2637 Před 3 lety

    This channel is destined for greatness.

  • @ElmoColt45
    @ElmoColt45 Před 3 lety

    Amazing tool work, simply amazing tool work!

  • @MikeGillett58
    @MikeGillett58 Před 2 lety

    thanks for the great content

  • @xdeepxdeeper5278
    @xdeepxdeeper5278 Před 3 lety +1

    All the cool tools ..

  • @toteu00000
    @toteu00000 Před 3 lety

    Basically an overbuilt cigar cutter :D . I'm really glad i found your channel, great quality videos.

  • @trentfrancis4646
    @trentfrancis4646 Před rokem

    loved it thanks man

  • @American.Divergent
    @American.Divergent Před rokem

    That is one wicked wire cutter!
    I was banned from social media two yrs ago and just came across your channel again. You’ve definitely taken machining up a notch 👍🏼

  • @drickard67
    @drickard67 Před 3 lety

    I like it... and that jig for the bandsaw vise was a bonus. subscribed

  • @mdagley1429
    @mdagley1429 Před 2 lety

    That's one cool tool!

  • @zerk773
    @zerk773 Před 2 lety

    I watch a ton of CZcams with lots of welding and machining content, and this video is one of the best! Great job and creative solution!

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 2 lety

      Thanks man I enjoy making them wish I had time to make more

  • @hasletjoe5984
    @hasletjoe5984 Před 2 lety

    Absolutely Fantastic! A privilege to view.

  • @davidminarik1210
    @davidminarik1210 Před 3 lety

    Another excellent video!

  • @carlwhite8225
    @carlwhite8225 Před 2 lety

    New guy here, I have been looking for this video for almost a year. My buddy told me about it but could not remember the channel but alas, I found it by accident. Awesome.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 2 lety

      You should have asked me I would have told you where it was 😉. It's a cool tool not that practical to make but I use it all the time for welding at the bench

  • @blainethompson6583
    @blainethompson6583 Před rokem

    your welding table caught my eye but i think i found a new favorite youtube channel. so much for getting anything done today. haha

  • @trevorjarvis3050
    @trevorjarvis3050 Před 3 lety +1

    Brother, you have an excellent channel here. Great visual depiction of techniques, not a lot jabber, gives credit where credit is due…. And gives back to his viewers. Well done, Sir.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Trevor I appreciate that man

  • @jameswallace7351
    @jameswallace7351 Před 3 lety

    That's awesome great job on this I'd love to be able to do this kind of work first time watching you it won't be my last for sure. James

  • @yuppiegaming1199
    @yuppiegaming1199 Před 3 lety +1

    This is the first video I have watch from you. I enjoy the build of this tool! I have subscribed to to you boss man!

  • @Vinlaell
    @Vinlaell Před rokem +1

    Way to go,I watched a lot of machining but this is an artfully well done of a video

  • @billjohnson5793
    @billjohnson5793 Před 3 lety

    Nicely done ✅

  • @allenhunt3070
    @allenhunt3070 Před 3 lety

    Loved the half pipe clamp accessory! Your channel is getting better and better!

  • @joeziegler9054
    @joeziegler9054 Před 3 lety

    Excellent work sir! I enjoyed every min of this project. I work in the die industry and have been a machinist for over 25 years now. So heat treating for me is almost a daily occurrence. I just found your channel and I'm looking forward to watching some of your other Vlogs. It's always nice for me to see another machinist work. Keep up the great work Sir!

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks man.....well make sure to tell me if im doing anything wrong because I don't have nearly that much experience

  • @terryallemann2654
    @terryallemann2654 Před 2 lety

    As a tool maker for 40 years you did a very nice job looks like you have a real nice shop that is a nice boring head looks like a Wohlhaupter that is in beautiful shape.

  • @andriuszeizys2623
    @andriuszeizys2623 Před 3 lety

    your videos are perfect for tutorial to orher youtubers how to present your work , even for schools with diy classes. very enjoyable .

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks man I appreciate that

  • @overengineering6096
    @overengineering6096 Před 3 lety

    Just found your channel, and I love it! Subscribed with much love from Bavaria in Germany! ❤️

  • @jeffanderson1653
    @jeffanderson1653 Před 2 lety

    Nice job!
    I love your welding table

  • @jameschu3186
    @jameschu3186 Před 3 lety

    Just learned your channel. You have awesome videos! Very informative. Keep it up!

  • @alfredoduran3946
    @alfredoduran3946 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful work. I wish I had skills like that.

  • @VanoverMachineAndRepair

    Excellent video. Great job, Although overkill I love the concept of this product I definitely wish I had one

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      Thanks man..... hard to justify the time but I think ill use it alot... but its cool messing with the tool steel pretty impressive stuff

  • @paultavres9830
    @paultavres9830 Před 3 lety

    Nice work
    I have also learned so much from you tube thanks for the time sharing

  • @silverbullet7434
    @silverbullet7434 Před 2 lety

    Great job enjoyed the video

  • @adryanjohn1324
    @adryanjohn1324 Před 3 lety

    I love what your doing man

  • @Charles-tj8ol
    @Charles-tj8ol Před 3 lety +2

    There’s no words to adequately convey the impressiveness of your craftsmanship. I’m blown away. Your depth and breadth of knowledge of tools and processes is pretty astounding and it makes for a very pleasant viewing experience. Not to mention all the effort and time that goes into setting up your camera(s) and tripod(s) to get such quality images and videos. Great idea for a tool and even better execution. Did you consider some type of receptacle on the backside to catch all the cutoffs? Maybe incorporate magnets in some manner. That way you are saving the time of cleaning up various wire scraps from your workspace.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Charles.... I might end up making something to catch all the clippings the magnet is a good idea

  • @billbaggins
    @billbaggins Před 3 lety

    Although I've watched nearly everything, I was waiting for a new vid before subbing and commenting. Well worth the wait 👍 Really enjoy the way you present things. The bandsaw clampy thing is great and I love the overly complicated wire cutters.
    Mostly I'm super impressed that you will give away that welder after testing it😍, I wish that all companies and youtubers would do the same thing.
    Cheers Westy and look forward to the next one🍺

  • @14engineering44
    @14engineering44 Před rokem

    Freaking awesome!

  • @eltonhunter8314
    @eltonhunter8314 Před 3 lety

    Well done.

  • @donsmith9081
    @donsmith9081 Před 2 lety +2

    Love watching the up close machining, it is mesmerizing to me! Cool Guillotine also. When chopping, (try) to get in the habit of making a fist and using the soft muscle part on the bottom- by the small finger, you will thank me later on in life. Your vids never disappoint.

    • @PiefacePete46
      @PiefacePete46 Před rokem

      @Don Smith : Sounds like you speak from experience... I too have met up with Arthur Aytiss later in life! 😉

  • @hamido1288
    @hamido1288 Před 3 lety

    clean work man

  • @grandebigy
    @grandebigy Před 2 lety

    Great music, precise work

  • @xdboardsurfer
    @xdboardsurfer Před 3 lety +22

    CZcams: Would you like a master class in precision machined overkill? ME: Yes. Yes I would.

  • @sprtjnke
    @sprtjnke Před 3 lety

    First time to your channel and severely impressed. What a wire whacker you built!

  • @juanar6233
    @juanar6233 Před 2 lety

    Looks like a very useful tool.

  • @volksbugly
    @volksbugly Před 3 lety

    just learned about your channel. Look forward to watch them! (novice welder with a non gas mig looking to upgrade!)

  • @kentjasperson1344
    @kentjasperson1344 Před 3 lety

    Great work thanks for the inspiration you give us beginners .

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety

      You got it man im just learning myself and always will be.

  • @garyclark6098
    @garyclark6098 Před 3 lety

    Very nice to see your videos can be over 15 minutes long now.. More entertainment for us! Thanks for another great bit of production and edditing. A unique tool there.. get that cable stamper patented! 😊

  • @thugmessiah
    @thugmessiah Před 2 lety

    Wow how cool bro, I wish I had found your channel awhile back would've been cool to win. Bad ass new tool you invented great work and the video editing is spot on, thx

  • @ronniescott5179
    @ronniescott5179 Před 3 lety

    Very good finish and quality keep up the good work

  • @robinward3003
    @robinward3003 Před 2 lety

    I've had a set of adjustable parallels that I use to measure inside slots. I found them to be very accurate, and they travel well between home and work.

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 2 lety

      That works well too, I was missing the adjustable parallel that was small enough for this one

  • @ironlionwelding686
    @ironlionwelding686 Před 3 lety +1

    LOVE THE CALF BOTTLE

    • @westweld
      @westweld  Před 3 lety +1

      haha thanks it actually works really good its really thick plastic and ive dropped it before with coolant in it and it survived.

  • @Raul28153
    @Raul28153 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your ball turner! I may modify mine like that. I built mine with opposing tapered bearings from a nissan transmission and a very large arm. Turns out I really didn't need the huge moment arm on the handle.
    Try a mister and use the n on-toxic synthetic fluid. I tried one for a lark $10 or $12 mister from alibaba. I was shocked. I can up my speeds and feeds and I get way better finishes. I dial the amount of fluid down to nearly nothing and run about 35 to 40 psi the air blows the chips away so I'm not recutting them improving my finishes enormously.
    About heat treating. I made a punch and die set for a production run. I spent hours on it. Then into the oven and onto the bench. The steel was A6. So after it came out of the oven I set it on the bench and went home at the end of the day. Hey was air quenching steel I was good. In the morning I had three pieces of steel where before I had a nice 6" square by 1" thick die.
    Never let your work go without going to the tempering oven as soon as you can.