DIY Mobile Bandsaw Mill Part 3 Bottle Jack Tensioner

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  • This week i have been busy fixing my van for its MOT, but i did manage to get the tensioner and tracking system done on the mill. im really pleased with how its turned out.
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  • @duanedibbley7846
    @duanedibbley7846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    HELL YEAH, NEW VIDEO FROM THE MAN THAT CAN!!

    • @codemonkey2k5
      @codemonkey2k5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's a great title and if anyone is worthy of that on a tee-shirt it's Kris.

    • @luxurypropertieslondon5098
      @luxurypropertieslondon5098 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Willy wonka was the man that can. The candy man can.

    • @SSingh-nr8qz
      @SSingh-nr8qz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      "The Man That Can"... He needs to start a merch store with that slogan.

  • @SSingh-nr8qz
    @SSingh-nr8qz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Ahhh the cut and stomp. 1:05 An ancient time tested technique used by all builders. Instant thumbs up!

  • @jaypeeters
    @jaypeeters 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    I dont understand why someone would say... that or that is not going too work.. this guy built his house out of mud and twigs. Built his own windmill and hydro system. And it's all still there and working. I would give him the benefit of the doubt 😂.

    • @nick.caffrey
      @nick.caffrey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pure understatement!

    • @Davidnumber23
      @Davidnumber23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      there's always some guy that will tell you a spirit level is out

    • @paulgeorge150
      @paulgeorge150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Davidnumber23 I am sure Kris’s contraption will work as good as a pre bought one, the only difference is Kris’s is certainly well built than those mass produced ones.

    • @Davidnumber23
      @Davidnumber23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paulgeorge150 yeah he is a practical man who fully grasps everything he gets stuck into with the courage of his convictions.

    • @SSingh-nr8qz
      @SSingh-nr8qz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well said. Many people who say such things have NEVER created anything in their lives. Their lives are based on being snarky and pointing the failings of others becuase they have nothing they have built themselves or too scared to fail in things outside their comfort zone. I respect a man that goes out into the world and fails, than a person playing it safe and never doing anything. I'm a gadget guy myself. I suspect many people who sub to this channel are on some level. We try stuff. it works or fails, but that is not the point. We improve our understanding with each failure or over engineering adventure. It is that love of figuring things out that drives us.

  • @nick.caffrey
    @nick.caffrey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I have absolutely NO DOUBT that Kris will make a perfect bandsaw mill. When you partner skill, intelligence, and joy, there can be only one outcome. You light up my Fridays, man!

  • @Rattus-Norvegicus
    @Rattus-Norvegicus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    11:40 BEHOLD! The Hat of Warmth!

    • @SSingh-nr8qz
      @SSingh-nr8qz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      LOL that hat must have a R_value of R-50

  • @bazmanj
    @bazmanj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    This channel continues to be amazing, following Kris in his adventures is so much fun.

    • @whirled_peas
      @whirled_peas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What's more amazing is that Dewalt drill making it this far.

  • @TheNoiseFamily
    @TheNoiseFamily 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's up with people commenting on stuff won't work. If you've followed Kris long enough, everything he does is considered in his approach to engineering his projects. If he hits an issue with design he fixes them. All power to him and his ingenuity and determination to make his own mill from scratch. Peace x

  • @dangerousdave771
    @dangerousdave771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Keyboard warriors mate, just scroll on past. Awesome job as always.

  • @dylantrinder1571
    @dylantrinder1571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What a beast! I'm loving this project Kris, thanks so much for keeping us all up to date.

  • @susanbell2771
    @susanbell2771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    IT WORKS Yay, love seeing how much pleasure you get from solving these technical issues, living your best life as always, pleasure to watch

  • @steveblack1210
    @steveblack1210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As usual very impressive. So glad I stumbled onto Kris's channel.

  • @claytonnicholson4639
    @claytonnicholson4639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not sure why people would doubt this guy, I don't think I've seen him REALLY fail at anything yet. And when he does have set-backs, he perseveres! Keep up the fabulous content Kris.

  • @villain1409
    @villain1409 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Of course it is going to work Chris,it is you that is building it! That is why it is going to work,i also watched a man build one out of wheels & that also worked.

  • @domw3239
    @domw3239 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not sure why anyone doubts you in the comments anymore you have proven time and time again that you know what you're doing.
    Everyone just needs to sit back and relax. He's got this.

  • @EastLondonKiwi
    @EastLondonKiwi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That saw is looking awesome Kris. It won't be long now and you'll be milling some serious volumes of lumber. you'll need log grapples for your tractor forks and possibly a skidder plate with winch next.

    • @dismafuggerhere2753
      @dismafuggerhere2753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      he'll likely think about building them himself

    • @robinheil
      @robinheil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's way ahead of you, mate:
      th-cam.com/video/U7OhXLdP5m4/w-d-xo.html

  • @gb8014
    @gb8014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really don’t want to wait a week for an update. This is too good. Thanks for the content kris,you motivate me with each video you make.

  • @kenleach2516
    @kenleach2516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dinner can wait until after any of your videos, love watching how much you record so well. Why make your own mill, because you can aye!

  • @stevencramer2070
    @stevencramer2070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The gift that keeps on giving. Thanks Kris, 👍

  • @mikestinyshedofdreams
    @mikestinyshedofdreams 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A lot of people say a lot of things can't be done, and they never try.
    That's a nice machine and well worth the effort, think of all the lovely boards you will cut!

  • @Tony-Elliott
    @Tony-Elliott 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work again Kris

  • @andypandytangerine3044
    @andypandytangerine3044 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Excellent! I’ve been waiting for your update, brilliant work lad 😁👍 I also want to know how you have a 100 yrs of knowledge in your young brain 😉

    • @jessjulian9458
      @jessjulian9458 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would be called reading and taking to old timers.

  • @flowerstone
    @flowerstone ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great. Bottle jack is fine. You can’t have give in the blade. Belts on the pulleys is exactly how it’s done. The drive pulley is a bit high as you mentioned. Doesn’t seem to be a problem though. A UHMW scraper on the ends of the carriage will keep the track clear. WoodMizer uses them. It’s what I have. Keep moving forward. 😁

  • @lemagreengreen
    @lemagreengreen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ingenious use of a bottle jack! they're handy things :)

  • @migueljose2944
    @migueljose2944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a bandsaw mill, 8 years now, very frustrated with the tensioner and the blade guides. Your system looks very good! I might try and copy some to fix mine. Thank you again.

  • @carstenk2552
    @carstenk2552 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can't wait to see your projekts in the spring. Keep up the good work!

  • @Richie8a8y
    @Richie8a8y 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I’m honest I’ll have to watch this a good few times to begin to grasp all the technicalities. In the meantime it’s great to see you’re getting along Kris.
    The sound of the wind at the end! The hat of warmth is earning its name for sure! 🥶 Good on you Dot!

  • @Redsammeh
    @Redsammeh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excited to see this done, to see what sort of wood you'll mill up, and what sort of projects you'll make with it!

  • @SilverGoth
    @SilverGoth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    How many of you hit "Like" before you even watch Kris' videos? 👍🏻

  • @kevinfisher1632
    @kevinfisher1632 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you still amaze me with what you know and what you do to keep life off grid better than life in a city....encore Kris

  • @crvtecwagon
    @crvtecwagon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I definitely doubted your skills watching your videos, once, a few years ago, I continue to be impressed with the ingenuity and creativeness with reused or cheap materials. It helps remind me that we have infinite ways to create, why get stuck with "the way".

  • @ade63dug
    @ade63dug 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome plan . The Laughing when the blade went for a walk was exactly what I would have done . Love the Jamiroquai hat . I can sort some service kit for that engine when I drop off the bits . Keep doing what you are doing . love it . Cheers Ade.

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So satisfying when a plan comes together. 👍🙂

  • @bespokefencing
    @bespokefencing 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoyed this video, I've been building a mill in my head for twenty years+.
    Looking forward to seeing your mill working!👍

  • @florianv
    @florianv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This man can do anything! Love your videos mate!

  • @georgesmith6891
    @georgesmith6891 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome job Kris! Not long before the chips fly, looking forward to the next update. Stay safe and healthy out there. Cheers!

  • @jangrahame4891
    @jangrahame4891 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are an awesome example of reuse innovation! I have thoroughly enjoyed your channel since you laid your round house foundation.

  • @becca318
    @becca318 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait to see it finished and in use! 🙋‍♀️🐴🍃

  • @garrettthornton3086
    @garrettthornton3086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks awesome-so cool to follow along with your progress!

  • @RosaStringWorks
    @RosaStringWorks 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That design looks vaguely familiar to me. Lol love your tensioner might have to copy that

  • @ACO-Amy
    @ACO-Amy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not sure how people doubt you. Obviously you prove them wrong every time! 🙂 Awesome job Kris!

  • @bobmclaughlin8633
    @bobmclaughlin8633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can't wait to see it actually cut some lumber. Good job.

  • @MistaJayRo
    @MistaJayRo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is gonna be one sweet machine! Great work Kris. Always a joy to watch you going :)

  • @jimmyalexandrou5732
    @jimmyalexandrou5732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Dear Kris hello from Cyprus, i have been watching you from the begining dont lisen to all this nagative feed back from all this idiots out there you have done and doing a briliant job.

  • @robinheil
    @robinheil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You keep outdoing yourself! Awesome to be a part of the journey. Be careful with that drill press

  • @thegit8698
    @thegit8698 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done Kris, I love seeing you prove people wrong, you are definitely a can do will do type 👍

  • @Ty-dt8xv
    @Ty-dt8xv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I greatly enjoy your videos and very highly admire and respect you! God has certainly blessed you keep doing what you were doing 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

  • @robadams2831
    @robadams2831 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am getting ready to build my own bandsaw mill lot of great tips Thanks very much.

  • @chetleonard169
    @chetleonard169 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Job. I've wanted to build one myself. I'll be following your example

  • @freedomseedproperties1678
    @freedomseedproperties1678 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the way your mind works.

  • @backdownontheboat6038
    @backdownontheboat6038 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish I had a tenth of your energy. Great work as usual.

  • @slump75
    @slump75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steady progress. Good episode. 👍

  • @bobfromtheband1
    @bobfromtheband1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect Kris, looking forward to the big day.

  • @sharinnature
    @sharinnature 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you....watch and learn is what I say💕🥀

  • @realamerican6101
    @realamerican6101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want a saw like that and very nice work Kris it will make things easy for you on your land !

  • @spacemike800
    @spacemike800 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy how those guys say do it myself and they use a lot of modern materials and tools )))
    But over all its very cool anyway!!!

  • @johnbarnas879
    @johnbarnas879 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kris is the go-to guy for "sorting things out".

  • @stephenconway6794
    @stephenconway6794 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done, I was looking forward to you posting progress.

  • @themudhutt1
    @themudhutt1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    How on earth do you line up threads 😳
    You live in a wonderous world .
    Fascinating to watch

    • @Rattus-Norvegicus
      @Rattus-Norvegicus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thread a bolt through before welding.

    • @WhiskeyGulf71
      @WhiskeyGulf71 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Better way to do it is to line up the three nuts then weld the nuts & then tap the plate through the nuts. Personally i’d have welded on some threaded metal blocks instead of nuts, there would have been no need for expensive tig welding that way.

  • @TheDaf95xf
    @TheDaf95xf ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi 👋🏻 Kris. Love your enthusiasm 👍🏻

  • @zuupcat
    @zuupcat 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really don‘t yet understand how all of those parts will be working together later but it is so interesting to watch you build it!

  • @joegee1699
    @joegee1699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Excellent! Also, THAT'S a real hat!

    • @DeterminedDIYer
      @DeterminedDIYer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He said Dot made it for him. :)

    • @patman9990
      @patman9990 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not just a simple a hat, but a safetyhelmet

    • @luxurypropertieslondon5098
      @luxurypropertieslondon5098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dotty made it him so no other woman look at him. Just kidding its lovely 😍😊

  • @markschattefor6997
    @markschattefor6997 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice start for the weekend, I love to watch how plans come together, ( or something like that) ;-)

  • @matrimhelmsgaard
    @matrimhelmsgaard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice progress Kris. its gonna work wonders!

  • @jessjulian9458
    @jessjulian9458 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Exactly why I don't give advice to you. I know that you will always make it happen. You should ignore people who think they know better than you. Seems like they would learn to just enjoy the video keep quiet. Unless they have positive and useful information to share. Thanks for sharing my friend.

    • @andymccabe6712
      @andymccabe6712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately, this is social media - a forum where lots of people think they know better, and often won't admit they don't - even when events prove otherwise..!!
      Ah well...!

    • @jessjulian9458
      @jessjulian9458 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andymccabe6712 you are correct, unfortunately.

  • @luxurypropertieslondon5098
    @luxurypropertieslondon5098 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your doing an amazing job pal. Can't wait to see it in action 👍👍👍👍😉

  • @Totial
    @Totial 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks amazing! Im excited to see it working :D

  • @robertreid7221
    @robertreid7221 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kris, you da man. The can do man. brilliant stuff 👏

  • @gazza2963
    @gazza2963 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    epic mate. Any who thinks this wont work needs the head seeing to, they obviously haven't seen your previous work and what a fantastic off grid engineer you are. Let them be negative, all comments help the YT algo. Really loving the Hat. Hi to Dot

  • @johnmooney3258
    @johnmooney3258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done kris, another fantastic video. Very talented. Top class. 👍🏻👌👏.

  • @alanargent5422
    @alanargent5422 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cant wait to see the first plank.

  • @migueljose2944
    @migueljose2944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    VERY impressive! thank you!

  • @rtaylor616
    @rtaylor616 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just started watching your channel, really enjoy the stuff you do. Glad you don’t listen to the comments!

  • @Tricky5496
    @Tricky5496 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    1 Word = GENIUS !!

  • @oscarweasley2618
    @oscarweasley2618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brilliant! I recommend rigging in some sort of emergency stop mechanism that can be activated from any position you are likely too be in. Maybe something linked to the throttle or clutch?

  • @duffman825
    @duffman825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done !

  • @dorothyculbertson5640
    @dorothyculbertson5640 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely love your content Kris, beautiful life you have 👍💯❤️ best to you and yours, God Bless ❤️

  • @michaelhume4611
    @michaelhume4611 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck dude look forward to seeing you do big new jobs.!!!!

  • @sinamos3945
    @sinamos3945 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your build!

  • @andrewlangford88
    @andrewlangford88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great! If the engine doesn't have one already add an hour metre. Makes it wayyyy easier to keep track of servicing etc. And they're cheap as

  • @TheKnacklersWorkshop
    @TheKnacklersWorkshop 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Kris,
    Good progress and an enjoyable video... I hope the van passes the MOT and that you and Dot have a good weekend.
    Take care.
    Paul,,

  • @wigglewiggle3789
    @wigglewiggle3789 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are like some sort of mad scientist. I do hope when this is finished and you start it up for the first time you scream 'It's alive,' I do hope you have a guard for the blade.

  • @ironleatherwood1357
    @ironleatherwood1357 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job bud from Tennessee!

  • @Banjo-lm2wl
    @Banjo-lm2wl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant build Chris great job. Xx

  • @kaybouie1972
    @kaybouie1972 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great job and loving the voice over👍🏾

  • @jerryglen986
    @jerryglen986 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got to say Kris Your Wonderful girlfriend and yourself have built a great little farm where both of you can live the rest of your lives in. Remarkable doing it with second hand products.

  • @tomlt0
    @tomlt0 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice build Kris, as a fellow Miller I highly recommend the daikin ripper 37 blades, Stephen cull blade master is a great supplier.

  • @techscrew2
    @techscrew2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I came up with the idea of doing exactly this! Using a bottle Jack as a blade tensioner.
    And put my idea into motion only last weekend. With I could put photos to share with you.
    Yours is obviously built to a far superior standard.

  • @seandoran6809
    @seandoran6809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job mate it's coming along well. That metal cutting saw looks like a good job. I'll have to get myself one, mine broke when I was cutting the heavy steel for the track system 👍

  • @brianwillerton8659
    @brianwillerton8659 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My bud who had sawmill for awhile, cut a bunch of wood on the side of the shop and I learned alot about this process, all he said when he sold it was it is more of a full time tool and everyone was constantly trying to get it on the cheap, don't allow that to happen to you.

  • @greglambert2576
    @greglambert2576 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just subscribed. You are truly living the dream my man.

  • @D4NS80
    @D4NS80 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bloody good job mate.

  • @anitamoolman168
    @anitamoolman168 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done. Can’t wait to see you mill your own wood.

    • @tonygrimes13
      @tonygrimes13 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wood milk!!! The perils of Auto Complete!!!

    • @anitamoolman168
      @anitamoolman168 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tonygrimes13 my apologies for typing error

  • @mikelyon7748
    @mikelyon7748 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great project

  • @richardcole9558
    @richardcole9558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m still deciding wether to go straight into a saw build or cut my teeth on a jet engine first ..🤔...I’ll give it another weeks thought ...This man is amazing ..

    • @bushratbeachbum
      @bushratbeachbum 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pulse jet for the win!!!
      Do it! They're not complicated!

  • @charliewinch2849
    @charliewinch2849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great work mate! Of course you're gonna have teething problems but you can adjust it throughout the build and a tune up when needed 👍👍👍

    • @samvalentine3206
      @samvalentine3206 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The word "teething" seems especially appropriate when talking about a toothed bandsaw blade! 😛

  • @stevem815
    @stevem815 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Far out.. This is so cool.

  • @cpppq
    @cpppq หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ingenious.

  • @FarmsVilla
    @FarmsVilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was about to ask a question and you answered it just at the end of the video. Blade guides. 🤣🤣

  • @stvooplayhouse
    @stvooplayhouse 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos.

  • @kevinwilliams8662
    @kevinwilliams8662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed the show