Information is not ours to keep, its our to pass to another and let them improve and do better. Pay more attention to the guys you are working for though, because they will let you know what they want you to do. But always look for a better, smoother or faster to make it work and you'll do well !! Check this playlist out if you like to see a tough one: th-cam.com/video/PvDab537ul4/w-d-xo.html I think there is 17 videos to it.
Thank you for the awesome and supportive comment. I have a ton of sheet metal and videos here. Also a good amount of metal fabrication, like trailer build/repair. Here's a neat playlist for sheet metal: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html and here's a neat 21'4" trailer build out of commercial construction salvage material: th-cam.com/video/Zr-n9BmdjdY/w-d-xo.html. Here is a really cool trailer rebuild playlist, start to finish: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1uV4lrmUIfmZEjGluUdftz-.html Thank you for watching !!
Thank you. I appreciate the cool comment. Btw, if you like sheet metal vids, try this playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html. If you scroll down about 6 or 7 videos, there are some interesting fittings. There are other playlists on sheet metal as well up above.
Good Evening Jack. I kinda shoot from the hip sometimes and I don't think Jack does..but if he does, I bet he hits the target !! Thank you for the compliment...and btw, if you enjoyed this one and have the time, spend a minute with this one here:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks again for the time you've taken to watch and comment.
reminds me of 7th grade machine shop making sheet metal tool boxes and trays loved shop we had in 7th grade loved photography shop too in 7th grade made box cameras and developed our own film i remember making my tool box and tray same year the space shuttle blew up in 80s when i got to high school machine shop turned into auto mechanics where you worked on cars and then there was wood shop i was making a proper oak dresser with draws and tables and that turned into building houses and carpentry that you would attend outside school and come back
I just picked up a Tennsmith box and pan brake. Several instructional videos are available on here, I have watched too many that were long- winded and talked a lot but didn't show me anything. Thank You for a decisive well laid out plan with real world results. I learned more from your 10 minute video than the rest combined. You are a genuine craftsman.
Thank you Curtis for the candid comment. It is appreciated. I have a tendency to talk too much, but most of the time its an attempt to explain the what's or why's of the project at hand. Have you by chance found the sheet metal video playlists above..?? Here's one that you may enjoy: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html
@@CurtisGurley Oh yeah Curtis, I picked up on that....I knew you were referencing some of the other videos out there. But you would be surprised how many times viewers tell me to just be quite .....LOL. I like to explain while doing something. It gives the best opportunity to illustrate the subtleties that can't be seen when its just being done silently on camera. Of course that's my opinion. Thank you again for watching and I hope to see you comment on some of the other ones as well.
That is what I like most about metalworking: only limited by your creativity. Unlike plastic trays, those metal trays will stand straight and be stacked next to the other without wasting space. Thanks!
The sides won't bulge out if left in the sun on a hot day either Joe. LOL. But then again, left in the rain, the plastic ones won't rust..... Good to see ya Joe. Thank you buddy.
Awesome !! I love to see young blood entering a totally rewarding field. I was primarily a commercial service tech but I did a lot of sheet metal early in my career. Learn all you can and do everything that's asked of you and you will have to beg for time off. I'd suggest to take all the classes they allow on all segments of the industry. I have tons of sheet metal videos up in the playlists. If you have the time, check out this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html
In our first metal shop in school, our instructor had us start out with cardboard for simple concepts. It taught us the basics of measuring without destroying any sheet metal.
You are lucky to be young enough to remember metal shop.... I barely remember high school but then....that was the way the 60's were. LOL. I think we made a flat top tool box, but mostly metal shop concentrated on welding and stuff like that and maybe a little time on an old metal lathe. I learned on scrap sheet metal after working hours in the bosses shop. Thanks Chuck for the comment.
I remember sheet metal shop in Jr HS in the 70s, I made a small metal box just like the one in the video and soldered it's corners. I remember the teacher telling us the metal shear's cutting edge was so sharp it would cut your fingers clean off and they'd hit the floor before you even felt it and to keep your fingers AWAY FROM THE BLADE!!!! it didnt have guarding back then that I remember!
Now, that's a comment I've not gotten before Kenn...LOL I don't think I'm quite worthy of that level of praise but I thank you for your confidence buddy !! If you liked this one, check out my latest metal upload, you may like it as well: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Also here's one of the metal playlists from up above:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for the visit and have a great weekend !!
@@kennarnett8220 Hahahaha....that's good !! I went to a parochial school and no shop classes were offered. In public Hi School, I had shop for Jr and Sr years.
@@danielelliott3659 one thing about it is metal will last a lifetime as you’ve indicated. Thanks for watching. I’ve got tons of sheet metal vids up in the playlists if you’d like to see more.
Yes, probably so. I had a metals class as well and still have my very similarly made tool box, except it has hinges a hasp and a lid and a few inches longer and wider. Hey Cisco...I have a few sheet metal playlist up above if you are interested. Here's my latest metal upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html And here is one of the playlists: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thank you for this. You remind me of my grandfather, who had a shop and would teach me about building and creating things with my hands when I was very young. He's been gone a while now, but this brings back great memories!
Thanks for the kind comment Bret....I am glad to have sparked a few memories of time with your granddad. I hope you find other videos here that do the same for you.
I have never cut a piece of sheet metal before. Based on this one video, and using a harbor freight 30" bend brake on sale, I made a perfect-sized box to fit my printer galley trays (24"x7") filled with evaporust, so they could soak overnight. Used JB Weld in the seams to make it water-tight. Also learned to use a rivet gun. YOU ARE THE MAN! I searched high and low for a plastic container that would hold the tray and not require 5 gallons of evaporust to cover it. This box was the answer.
Awesome !! And now that you've got your feet wet, you realize you are now limited only by your imagination. Slow and deliberate measurements, cuts and folds an you can make tons of stuff with the HF brake. Good for you Johnny.
I think I can remember at least once....LOL. I made a set of 24 gauge soldered corner drawers roughly 20'' x 24'' to fit a set of shelf runners in a service body truck. Made the slides out of UHMW and they worked well for over twenty years as the body went on three different cab/chassis. UHMW stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight material that is superbly wear resistant. I have no idea how many socket trays I've made for 3/4'' drive sets to 1/4'' drive sets...the list goes on. Thanks Terry for watching and commenting. I guess a hillbilly term does kinda slip out every now and then for the entertainment of the unsuspecting viewer.....
Well that was fun! Took me back to my tin 101 work in school just a few years ago! Mine didnt come out quite that square, but remember making a tool box with a tray! May have to get me a little brake!
Beautiful sheet metal work. I'm an retired A&P mechanic and can do sheet metal if forced to but we used to build all kinds of tool trays and parts trays, galvanized metal has to be easier to work with than aluminum which will spring back and crack on you.
Well, thank you for a cool comment. Btw, I have a ton of sheet metal vids in the playists above....like this one here: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Feel free to take a look. Some are boring, straight duct, but there are a LOT of fittings as well.
Hadn't seen this guy before. Really liked his down to earth attitude and the way he presented his knowledge and skills to help us. Very nice job on the boxes. I subscribed.
Thanks for stopping by with such a cool comment!! Hey, if you enjoy sheet metal, try this playlist:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html For the more interesting ones, scroll down to the 7th on the list. Thanks for watching and leave a comment anytime on any of them.
Well, it DOES take a few cuts and scratches to get to the point of low or no blood loss on a daily basis. (-: The by-product is usually a nicely made box or project. Btw, if you are interested in sheet metal and have a little time, maybe consider checking out this playlist. There's a lot of fittings as well as the boring straight stuff: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thanks for visiting the channel today !!
Hahaha...good story. If I had a dime for every one I've made! I'm glad your tool box served you for your career. We always liked getting you guys on the jobs in multistory buildings. Those danged old buck hoists were cold in the winter !!
@@tractorman4461 Jobsites were like operas, or orchestras, or plays maybe, when everything went right it was magikal.. my first mechanic was nicknamed the Hulk, we were the last ones on the job in strong blowing sideways snow south of Denver in a beam and concrete structure with no walls, but finally when he said ok we can call it for weather today, wow, toughen up city boy!! I so loved hanging off the side of the top beam eating that lunch living on the edge, i felt lucky that 2 people stood up for me at the Hall swearing in step. you've got an incredible shop there!
@@mrkeopele Man that jobsite description reminds me of some of my jobs a few years back. Though by the time I get there we at least have walls and floors !! Before the windows go in, some of those multistory jobs can get pretty breezy, can't they. That musta been fun working with the Hulk. I bet you've got some good stories for the grand kids !!
Thanks Daniel for the complement. Hey, I have a few sheet metal playlists you may find entertaining. Here's a sample: th-cam.com/video/PvDab537ul4/w-d-xo.html Thanks for stopping by and watching today.
I have ten years experience on brake press set up operator and totally agree with you about only bien limited by one's creativity. Truly enjoyed your video .
Awesome !! Thank you for the kind thoughts Esteban. I bet you may like this one too then: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html I hope to see you around on some other vids too !! Thank for the visit today.
Thanks Allan. With the right tools and just a little practice it IS easy. Make accurate marks and cut them perfectly on the lines. That's the best thing to remember on all sheet metal layout. Think about how precise cnc plasma cutters are. No matter HOW much experience you have with snips, you'll never be as precise as they are, but you WILL produce a nice fitting. Thanks for stopping in and let me suggest this playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html
They make 'em now much wider too. I think maybe 6'' or wider. Here's the wider ones on Amazon:www.amazon.com/Straight-Seaming-Ergonomic-Bending-Flattening/dp/B097YBNGQY/ref=sr_1_7?crid=25X3HQ1RZ2HJP&keywords=hand+seamers+sheet+metal+tools&qid=1675473122&sprefix=hand+seamers+%2Caps%2C382&sr=8-7 Thanks for watching...btw, if you liked watching this one you may enjoy this one too: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for the visit today Joe !!
Nothing like 44 Ware to store all kinds of stuff! This was my breakfast entertainment before my pill dessert. So it was a pleasure my 44 Friendand I Thank You! So a Great Weekend to y’all at 44 Headquarters and I’ll be tipping your way! Squeezes for the Missus please! DaveyJO
Glad to see you still with the livin' DaveyJO....its a good thing the devil didn't want ya !! You're always welcome at the 44 HQ !! I'll be having my morning cuppaJO in honor of your dedicated nurse Alice ol buddy !!
Thank you for the enthusiastic comment Ebrahiem. Btw, I have a few sheet metal playlists up at the top of the page like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html and here's a project that's just a little more difficult: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching today and feel free to drop a comment on any of the videos. There's a lot of different topics covered here.
I made a box like this in 7th grade (1975) I didn’t get a good grade on it. I lost it in a big move back in the 90s, well that darn thing turned up last summer. After watching this video I’m going to go out in the garage clean it and take care of some details. Thank you Sir.
Hahahaha....Glad I spurred you into activity, good deal !! (-; Man o man, if you enjoy sheet metal vids, I have a TON of them in the playlists. Thank YOU for watching and taking the time to let me know in the comments !! Have a great weekend.
Thanks David for watching. Have you checked out the sheet metal playlists up above ? If not and if you have the time and desire, here's a sample: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thank you for the comment today.
I wish I didn't believe YT vids need silver screen quality production, editing, sound, and content, to upload myself.. Because down n dirty n simple, is still entertaining and informative..
Well, I've said on a number of videos this ain't Hollywood. My goal is to get the job done for the most part so the focal point isn't a superior production, but rather to complete a project and get what I can of what is done and try to keep it interesting at the same time... Sometimes those paths don't cross too good. I am totally appreciative of the time you guys take to watch for sure...and put up with amateur recordings. So, thank you for stopping in for a visit today and for leaving a candid comment as well.
Thank you Michael. I appreciate the kind words. I do have a lot of metal vids up in the playlist section and for the heck of it here's my latest metal upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html if you are interested. Thanks again for watching !!
Hahahahaha...who you callin' old...??!! Heck I'm only 71 or thereabouts right now. LOL Well, I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment but if you want to see more, check out the sheet metal playlists above. Here's a sample of one of the challenging fittings you'll find: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Stop by anytime and drop a comment here or there John.
There should be more emphasis on the trades training in high school. Not everyone is interested in a bachelors or masters degree. Nor does everyone want to face the costs of higher education the way its provided now. There's plenty of room in the trades for guys that want to work a bit. Thanks Richard for the comment.
@@tractorman4461 I agree but when I graduated I had four years of machine shop and a year of metal shop and mechanical drawing and could not get a job they said no experience and none of the other guys I know could get jobs and we had every type of shop there was the schools need to do a better job of helping students find work in those fields
@@richardschaffling9882 Dang, that was a bad break. Businesses and unions need to be involved to a much greater extent in the upper grades of the school sytems process for counseling for career path choices. The learning process doesn't necessarily instruct the students 'how' to use their education, or just WHAT they can actually do with their newly acquired skills. Most all the building trades unions in this area will accept applications from the top performers in those classes right out of school. I also think vocation specific virtual reality classes would go a long way to encourage participation in the trades as well, but there HAS to be a better way to get the graduates in the hands of the companies or unions that need them. All of our local unions have been and are suffering from lack of trainable employees for a long time. And with the number of the 'boomer' generation now retiring, it is going to get much worse.
Hey man, no problem. It was a spur of the moment video as a result of my ol' buddy dropping me a line earlier in the day. I thought what the hey....someone might like to try it themselves. I've made a number of different totes. Most of the time small projects like these can be made out of scraps too !! Even mid sized carry all's or totes. Thanks David for watching !!
Thanks so much for making this video! I have been trying to get into making things. And it has been mind opening to see what can be done with all the different materials. I had no idea it was possible for people to make their own useful metal items until recently. Thanks again!
A good start is a reasonably priced small box and pan brake from Central Machinery or a standard brake from Northern Hydraulics or Harbor Freight. I have a ton of sheet metal vids up top in the playlists like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html The first few are boring straight duct, but if you go done 8 or 10 you will see some more fancy fittings.
Hello back....from Missouri !! Thanks for the time you take to watch. I'm glad you enjoy them Tony. Btw, that was my dad's name. And I have a nephew named Tony as well. So you MUST be a good guy. LOL
You are quite welcome. It was just a quickly made video making these trays for my buddy's service truck. Apparently Adam, you and a LOT more viewers really liked it !! Thank you for watching and commenting.
Thank you Jack. I appreciate you watching. Btw, have you found the sheet metal playlists up top..?? Like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html. There are others too with plenums and tons of fittings.
Awesome !! Thank you for watching and I am glad it helped you through a project. I have a lot of sheet metal videos up in the playlists like this one:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html and here's a sample right here:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
@@tractorman4461 oh man great trade right now. comfortable indoor work in the same place every day. Less an less people are learning sheet metal or plate metal forming, so pay is increasing. Just have to find a good teacher or teach yourself which would be limiting. It is solid work thats is constantly challaging and different.
@@legionjames1822 You are absolutely right about that !! Sometimes I wish I'd spent more time going down the metal path, but the vast majority of my 42+ years in HVAC was commercial service and start up, piping and DDC controls. I am a bit rusty with the old tools, but still enjoy every little project. Especially so being retired...(-;
Thanks Randy for the supportive comment !! There's a ton of metal working vids up in the playlists. Here's a sample if you have the time: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for stopping in today and watching.
I think you'd get satisfaction out of making something from nothing but scraps. Well, I do anyway. I'd rather make something small out of it instead of tossing scraps in the metal pile. I linked a couple cheap starter pieces in the description Marcus. Both Harbor Freight items. Thanks for the comment.
How about a tinknocking tiktoker Bill....I've got a few vids over there too....LOL no sheet metal ones though. Thanks for watching and for the awesome comment. Btw, check out this latest metal upload if you'd like: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html I also have a ton of sheet metal fab vids in the playlists above. Like this one here:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html
@@tractorman4461 thanks for the links, I’ll be sure to check them out. I’m appreciative of “makers” demonstrating their craft and skill set. Wasn’t trying to belittle your tictok vids(haven’t seen them yet) and it’s reassuring to know that some use it productively. Unfortunately I’m all too familiar with the 99% garbage that’s there making it hard to find worthwhile content. Btw, “tin knocking tictoker” has a nice “ring” to it lol.
About half my socket sets are in tapered trays made specifically for each set. Those are the ones that stay in the shop in the roll around box. You're right...perfect project for scrap material. I used to make S's and drives out of the scraps.
Back in the '80s I taught and guided Rock Climbing for a few years. Had a couple of Sheet Metal workers one week. They had the biggest forearms and the strongest grips we had ever seen. All the pro climbers wanted to weep...😆
Hahahahaha....that's a good story. Yeah, the forearms and grip do get a bit of a workout with the tinsnips Glen. I never thought about it'd prepare a fella for rock climbing, though it makes perfect sense. Thank you for the fun story !!
I basically learned how to make such things by taking cardboard boxes of all types apart when I was very young. Once you understand the concept, anything can be made. Your informative video is spot on. And it is easy to tell you've made such things many times before. I like to weld the sides to the body of the box and than grind the edges smooth. And they come out amazing as well. It really depends on what you have as equipment to work with and, of course, your own ideas what to build. Thumbs Up!
Yes, the same basic technique can be applied to quite the variety of materials. I have soldered the corners many times and spot welded many as well as pop riveted quite a few as this one. I'm glad you enjoyed this video and I do have a lot of sheet metal fab videos in the playlists up top of the page. Here's a sample: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
Catholic grade schools didn't have shop. But the public high school did so I took woods as a Jr and metals as a Sr. If you have the time, check out the most recent upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html or maybe one of the playlists up above like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html You may find something interesting in those. Thanks for the visit today.
Well heck, then you gotta take the time to peruse through the playlists at the top of my page. There's a LOT of layout videos there... some good, some maybe not as good. Like this one here will show you the confines of a tight space from start to finish:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Then this for a lot of straight ducting from various jobs and a lot of fittings and stuff like that: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html And here is my last metal upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Now all this will keep you busy for a while I bet. LOL Enjoy and good luck....comment if you need to on any of the videos.
Great video, I work with sheet metal while roofing, from making custom panels to custom chimney caps I've done it all. I was taught by an older man and I see you two share similar methods, very interesting to see!
Yeah, I've made my share of chimney caps as well. Big and little. I made a lot of lead pitch pockets for refrigerant lines and conduits as well as for plumbing stacks. Thanks for the comment !! I appreciate the time you took to watch too.
@@FN_Hands Thanks for the supportive comment. Unfortunately I do very little metal work any more except for family and some close friends. But when I do, I always try to record what I can.
Well Marco, thank you for such a kind comment ! If you want to see different kind of sheet metal work, check out this playlist. Tons of crazy fittings and an overall difficult job and in an attic to boot !! Here it is here: th-cam.com/video/PvDab537ul4/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching, hope to hear from you on other videos.
A variation of this type tray/box will work fine. The first one may not be perfect, but use each one to hone your process. Thank you for watching and especially for the comment !
Now I can go to the garage and build myself one out of aluminium tray cover.....thanks for the idea of how to make myself a small carry tool box.....very well done....CHEERS
Heck Gator, you probably already know how to do this better than me !! And yes with a cheap brake you can make many projects. It doesn't have to be a full size expensive one.
Great !! I'm glad you enjoyed this one. If you like sheet metal fab, check out this playlist: th-cam.com/video/IObgZ5gYWIE/w-d-xo.html. Lots of good fittings shown plus a LOT of plain jane straight duct. Thanks for the very pleasant comment....and there is still more metal playlists up top if you make it through this one. Have a great evening !!
When it comes to sheet metal, you are only limited by your imagination. I mostly do duct work and associated fittings but have done tons of other fab work as well. I have a few sheet metal playlists above like this one if you want to skip through: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Down about 6 or 7 you'll get into some odd fittings. You can see with these examples, that learning the tools and machinery along with a little math will allow you to make most anything a shop may need on a normal basis.
You make this process look quick and easy, but my guess is that you have a great deal of experience--which is the best teacher. Hats off to you for this valuable informational video showing some of the tips and tricks you have learned.
Thank you Carl for such a supportive comment. Yeah, I have put a few sheets of metal through the machines over the years. Btw, I have a few good playlists up above with sheet metal fab and installation if you are interested. Like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Towards the bottom of the list there are some pretty cool fittings.
After a fella makes a few they all seem to go smooth. And if they don't, you kinda learn how to correct it while folding and smashing together. Try this one out if you want to see a little more difficult layout: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for taking the time to watch today.
Thank you Pierre...this was an easy one. If you'd like one a little more challenging, check out this one: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html or if you really want to get into sheet metal, try this playlist, but you should have a bit of your favorite beverage before you start: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thank you for showing interest in the video and have a great day !!
I bought this from the father of a school buddy. He'd bought it new in '59 and had it in his barn 4 or 5 miles from me. I've had it since '84-ish. You can buy a cheap 24" box and pan brake from Central Machinery and do a LOT of small projects.
Another good tip, is either Harbor Freight or Northern Tool has a very reasonable small sheet metal brake. Inexpensive and make very good bends. www.harborfreight.com/30-inch-bending-brake-67240.html Northern Tools is more expensive and HF has another one too that's a bit more expensive. Good Luck and I am glad you found this helpful Vivian !!
Cool...me and you must be about the same age. Btw, if you like sheet metal, I have several playlists up above that are just that. Here's one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for watching and for the sub too.
Thank you for the kind comment...but hey, if you liked this one, here's another one with a higher level of difficulty you may enjoy: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment !!
If I had an immediate need for one, I'd do it in a heartbeat. I'd make maybe 4 stackable with partitions to fit the insides of the bucket loosely. The process is on the order of this repair made here: th-cam.com/video/1OOIoMqtQ0M/w-d-xo.html Of course not the crimped edge, but the overlap joint would be the same. The bottoms might be a different style too...but you can get the idea here anyway.
Yes, I spot weld a lot of the time too on these edges. The smashed pop rivets shows an option most have access to, even though most do NOT have a box and pan break. But cheap ones are available to home owners at Central Machinery, Harbor Freight or Northern Tools.
I am glad to see you enjoyed the video. I have a ton of sheet metal vids in the playlists above...like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html. Thanks for watching. It is appreciated for sure.
Thank you. Great video. I like the idea of hammering the rivets on the inside and having the square block for a dolly. Question, how do you decide which part, base or side, will be the part sticking out and gets bent up?
It really doesn't matter which one because its the pretty much the same exercise either way. But do what is easier for you. Smashing the rivits strengthen plus gives smooth surfaces.
Thank you for the compliment. I have tons of videos on sheet metal in the play lists like this one here if you want to take the time: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html
Such a pleasure to watch this come together. I've been working on my own sheet metal boxes but mine look really poor. I've definitely learned a lot in this video. My next step is to make a metal bending device!
Well, all it takes is practice. I'm sure my first boxes weren't quite as nicely done as these. Have you checked Harbor Freight or NorthernTool for a 24'' or 30'' brake ? They are really reasonably priced. Plus check FB Marketplace for sheet metal tools. You might be surprised to find one pretty easy. Here's a basic folder for 53 bucks !! www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200888085_200888085?gclsrc=aw.ds&&PPC&NT%20DSA%20Feed&DSA%20Feed&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsdKbBhDHARIsANJ6-jeGPaCQ8nrAXELHwlEuSFInRuxBDsXuVH7gk49JxuvnpuPodpcuSIMaAvLPEALw_wcB Hopefully the link worked...
@@tractorman4461 yes the link worked! Thank you so much for taking the time to give me this recommendation. I didn’t realized that beginner folders would be so reasonably priced! I’ll be picking up one as an early Christmas present to myself. Thanks again!
@@BadPractices You will only be limited by your imagination DD. Make accurate measurements and pay attention to how you fold on the line and if it's not quite right, remember what you did and do it slightly different to improve each time. It'll come easy to you. I make socket trays that taper from the large sockets down to the smallest socket and make the sides high enough to keep the sockets from falling out. It's basically the same tray as in the video, but with different dimensions and shape.Good luck with the little brake. Pick up a nice square headed 'tinners' hammer too. And if you find a nice crisp square of steel 1 or 2 inches thick or more, they help in shaping sharp crisp corners too. Here might be something to think about as a way to strengthen sides. It doesn't have to be round, you can implement the edge in this video even on your square boxes: th-cam.com/video/GaPFeahgJ8A/w-d-xo.html
@@tractorman4461 the edge in that video was fantastic. I’ve got two questions if you’ve got the time. -I have an abundance of machine screws. Do you have any tips for incorporating machine screws instead of rivets into a project like this? -Where do you find the best place to buy metal is? I’ve been getting it from Home Depot (I work there) but, I know it can be found cheaper elsewhere.
@@BadPractices If they are actual machine screws you'll have to drill holes to insert. But to insure they don't come loose, I'd get a makeshift anvil and peen the threaded end over the nuts. I'd insert them from the inside out too, to keep the inside sleek as possible. On the sheet metal, see if there is an HVAC supply house in your town. Most all those sell sheet metal for use during furnace replacements. To buy wholesale, you may have to have a company name like D D Sheet Metal Fabrication.... and open an account. That will keep you from paying full retail prices on the metal. Then you'll have your choice of thicknesses and widths. Standard width is 24, 20, 36 and 48 inches and 96 inches long. So to start I'd go with 24x96x 28 gauge. That's a good thin material to learn on then you can always pick up 26 or 24 ga later. But don't buy 24 ga to start with....much too thick for what you want to do. I hope this helps.... Btw, you should be able to open a business account on a 'cash sale' basis which will allow you to buy wholesale and not jump through the hoops to open an actual charge account with the supply house. Another thing, if that doesn't suit your thoughts, just walk into an A/C service company and just buy a sheet retail. They will probably accommodate you no problem. Also ask them if you can stop in and get some old duct that's torn out of a job...it'll probably be free too !! We threw away hundreds of tons of materials over the more than 40 years I spent in the field. Good luck with what ever you do....heck you might even work into a sheet metal apprentice program !! No more Home Depot then...LOL
Yes, I do as well on a lot of things similar to this. Considering the tools may be of excessive weight I thought the peened pop rivets would never pop loose whereas the spot welds could if the trays flex with a bit of a heavy load....Just my thoughts on it. Thanks for the visit Stephen....hey if you have an extra minute check this one out: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html You might like it.
Good Morning Stephen. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. There's tons of sheet metal fabrication videos up in the Playlists at the top of the page. Here's one for example: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thanks for taking the time to watch the Tool Tray layout.
Good Evening John. Thank you for a very nice comment. If you like sheet metal fabrication/installation I do have a couple sheet metal specific playlists set up in the toolbar up top. I'd suggest the attic heat pump project for some unique metal.
Well thank you for the nice comment. I do a lot of wood working too but I'm not a wood worker OR a carpenter. Actually I'm not technically a sheet metal worker either...I'm a retired commercial hvac service tech. I've done my share of sheet metal though back in the day. But until I retired, I hadn't hardly touched a piece of metal for a couple decades or more. My tools got really dusty too !! But hey, if you like watching sheet metal vids I have a ton of them in the playlists up above like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html You can whet your whistle on this one here. It's a little higher level of difficulty: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks Tim for stopping by today. Feel free to visit any time !! I saw a lot of lumber too. LOL
Thanks for watching and hey, if you like sheet metal, give this playlist a try: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html There's a lot of odd plenums and return air boxes and radius fitting in here.
Well Central Machinery makes a really heavy 24'' box and pan for cheap. You can make tons of stuff on even one that small. It's a heavier gauge break than this 4 foot 22 gauge. I should do a little video on it because it is such a good deal.
Thanks Marv !! Most of the time my mind is on getting the job done...especially if its a furnace changeout or something important. But this time I had the luxury of taking my time to make the trays. If you liked this one, take a minute and skip through this one:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
Thank you. Fyi, there are plenty of sheet metal videos in the playlists if you are interested. Here's one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html. The more interesting ones start 7 down. Thanks for watching.
Hahahahaha...Matt, I gotta admit I'm still working on it man. Take a look at this latest upload if you'd like:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html You may find it a bit interesting. Thanks for the comment today !!
Well, I am glad to pass anything along. Taking something to our graves helps no one. Have you found the sheet metal playlists up above like tthis one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Here's a sample of some of the fittings you will see: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for watching. It is appreciated. Check out this one to whet your whistle for more that are up in the playlists: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Here's one of the playlists with lots of fittings: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Enjoy!!
You are quite welcome. My buddy has them filled and in his service truck ever since the day after these were made. Hey MJ btw, if you like sheet metal and have a minute check out this playlist I put together. All pretty much just layout and/or install vids: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thank you for visiting today and thanks for taking the time to comment.
Oh yeah, there's a variety of ways to fold a tray like this. And as long as it works for the application its the right way to do it !! If you like sheet metal and have the time, you may want to consider scooting through this playlist. Quite a few strange fittings went into this job:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Or maybe this would interest you too: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for stopping by for shop visit today. I appreciate your time.
Fantastic work 44, I can look for hours how you work with tinplate, I have a tin beaker or jug with a handle that I made as an apprentice in 1982, it is round with a handle, may be I must look at it again to see what we did at the time, I forgot the techniques long gone, we made a toolbox as well, my brother have it now👍
@@tractorman4461 I started as an Aircraft technician but we had to learn sometime of every trade in the basics, from welding, machining, tin plate, electrics, electronics you name it, then we start with the Profession and focus only on that, I was not in hands-on in the trade for long, maybe 10 years and then go into Management and still in that to today
Cool, I am glad to see you enjoyed the video. Check this one out for a more complicated sheet metal layout: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment !!
I never got the opportunity to work a CNC plasma set up for layout, but I did see them run in the shop. I've not even seen a CNC press brake. But it sounds intriguing. The industry has changed immensely since I got started 46 years ago. I actually spent the majority of my career in commercial service. Thank you for the very kind comment and if you'd like to see more, there's tons of metal videos in the playlists above. Even some welding and heavier metal fabrication too.
Thank you for the kind comment. I assume you may be interested in sheet metal fab, so have you found the playlists up above ? There's a lot of special fittings as well as straight duct layout and even some installation vids too. Here's one you may like: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thanks again for watching.
Hahahaha...me too. If you'd like to see more, I have a lot of metal working videos (mostly all duct) in the playlists above. Like this one here that may be of interest: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for the visit today hR.
Thank you, it really is a simple tray to make for a variety of uses. But it's only ONE way to make one. Lots of variations. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.
Well, I am glad you enjoyed the tray. But if you like more sheet metal content I DO have a few playlists above like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Lots of transitions, fittings and plenums....even straight duct.
As a young fabricator I appreciate the knowledge you are passing on.
Information is not ours to keep, its our to pass to another and let them improve and do better. Pay more attention to the guys you are working for though, because they will let you know what they want you to do. But always look for a better, smoother or faster to make it work and you'll do well !! Check this playlist out if you like to see a tough one: th-cam.com/video/PvDab537ul4/w-d-xo.html I think there is 17 videos to it.
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I would love to be able to do that
This is the kind of stuff I want on TH-cam - just someone calmly teaching solid and useful techniques.
Thank you for the awesome and supportive comment. I have a ton of sheet metal and videos here. Also a good amount of metal fabrication, like trailer build/repair. Here's a neat playlist for sheet metal: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html and here's a neat 21'4" trailer build out of commercial construction salvage material: th-cam.com/video/Zr-n9BmdjdY/w-d-xo.html. Here is a really cool trailer rebuild playlist, start to finish: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1uV4lrmUIfmZEjGluUdftz-.html Thank you for watching !!
That's a man from the time when a real man needed to be useful as well.
Much respect.
Thank you. I appreciate the cool comment. Btw, if you like sheet metal vids, try this playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html. If you scroll down about 6 or 7 videos, there are some interesting fittings. There are other playlists on sheet metal as well up above.
This guy has a strong Jerry Miculek vibe. I’m subscribing.
Good Evening Jack. I kinda shoot from the hip sometimes and I don't think Jack does..but if he does, I bet he hits the target !! Thank you for the compliment...and btw, if you enjoyed this one and have the time, spend a minute with this one here:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks again for the time you've taken to watch and comment.
reminds me of 7th grade machine shop making sheet metal tool boxes and trays loved shop we had in 7th grade loved photography shop too in 7th grade made box cameras and developed our own film i remember making my tool box and tray same year the space shuttle blew up in 80s when i got to high school machine shop turned into auto mechanics where you worked on cars and then there was wood shop i was making a proper oak dresser with draws and tables and that turned into building houses and carpentry that you would attend outside school and come back
Awesome, sounds like you have had a great foundation to build your life upon !! Keep up the good work.
I just picked up a Tennsmith box and pan brake. Several instructional videos are available on here, I have watched too many that were long- winded and talked a lot but didn't show me anything.
Thank You for a decisive well laid out plan with real world results. I learned more from your 10 minute video than the rest combined. You are a genuine craftsman.
Thank you Curtis for the candid comment. It is appreciated. I have a tendency to talk too much, but most of the time its an attempt to explain the what's or why's of the project at hand. Have you by chance found the sheet metal video playlists above..?? Here's one that you may enjoy: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html
@tractorman4461 I meant to convey your video was not long-winded yet was very informative. I will look at the Playlist the next time on on TH-cam.
@@CurtisGurley Oh yeah Curtis, I picked up on that....I knew you were referencing some of the other videos out there. But you would be surprised how many times viewers tell me to just be quite .....LOL. I like to explain while doing something. It gives the best opportunity to illustrate the subtleties that can't be seen when its just being done silently on camera. Of course that's my opinion. Thank you again for watching and I hope to see you comment on some of the other ones as well.
This brings me back to 1975 , I was making this type of projects in a co-op school in Dayton,Ohio . The school is gone but I still remember.
That is what I like most about metalworking: only limited by your creativity. Unlike plastic trays, those metal trays will stand straight and be stacked next to the other without wasting space. Thanks!
The sides won't bulge out if left in the sun on a hot day either Joe. LOL. But then again, left in the rain, the plastic ones won't rust..... Good to see ya Joe. Thank you buddy.
I’m a young sheetmetal worker just graduated school and started working I love it, great video
Awesome !! I love to see young blood entering a totally rewarding field. I was primarily a commercial service tech but I did a lot of sheet metal early in my career. Learn all you can and do everything that's asked of you and you will have to beg for time off. I'd suggest to take all the classes they allow on all segments of the industry. I have tons of sheet metal videos up in the playlists. If you have the time, check out this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html
I'm not a sheet metal guy but the small details that make the difference in these type of builds, shows. Very nice work.
Thanks Jeff, for the very nice comment. I appreciate it and thank you for watching.
In our first metal shop in school, our instructor had us start out with cardboard for simple concepts. It taught us the basics of measuring without destroying any sheet metal.
You are lucky to be young enough to remember metal shop.... I barely remember high school but then....that was the way the 60's were. LOL. I think we made a flat top tool box, but mostly metal shop concentrated on welding and stuff like that and maybe a little time on an old metal lathe. I learned on scrap sheet metal after working hours in the bosses shop. Thanks Chuck for the comment.
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I remember sheet metal shop in Jr HS in the 70s, I made a small metal box just like the one in the video and soldered it's corners. I remember the teacher telling us the metal shear's cutting edge was so sharp it would cut your fingers clean off and they'd hit the floor before you even felt it and to keep your fingers AWAY FROM THE BLADE!!!! it didnt have guarding back then that I remember!
I worship this man. When I was a young man, there were many skilled tradesmen in my hometown
Now, that's a comment I've not gotten before Kenn...LOL I don't think I'm quite worthy of that level of praise but I thank you for your confidence buddy !! If you liked this one, check out my latest metal upload, you may like it as well: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Also here's one of the metal playlists from up above:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for the visit and have a great weekend !!
@@tractorman4461 I still have the boxes and pencil holder I fabricated from sheet metal in 7th grade shop class. 😁
@@kennarnett8220 Hahahaha....that's good !! I went to a parochial school and no shop classes were offered. In public Hi School, I had shop for Jr and Sr years.
Im 61. I still hav two trays and a tool box i built out of sheet metal in high school shop class. Really good video
@@danielelliott3659 one thing about it is metal will last a lifetime as you’ve indicated. Thanks for watching. I’ve got tons of sheet metal vids up in the playlists if you’d like to see more.
Back in the late 70s this skill was thought in shop class. Thank you much
Yes, probably so. I had a metals class as well and still have my very similarly made tool box, except it has hinges a hasp and a lid and a few inches longer and wider. Hey Cisco...I have a few sheet metal playlist up above if you are interested. Here's my latest metal upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html And here is one of the playlists: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@tractorman4461 many thanks. I will watch.
@@ciscokidfab7595 AWESOME !! Thank you.
Truly great video. My Daddy was a sheet metal worker. I have several of the boxes and trays he made. Thanks and cheers.
Awesome !! These trays, even made of scrap material will last many many years as you are proving by your comment. Thank you sir for the visit.
Thank you for this. You remind me of my grandfather, who had a shop and would teach me about building and creating things with my hands when I was very young. He's been gone a while now, but this brings back great memories!
Thanks for the kind comment Bret....I am glad to have sparked a few memories of time with your granddad. I hope you find other videos here that do the same for you.
I have never cut a piece of sheet metal before. Based on this one video, and using a harbor freight 30" bend brake on sale, I made a perfect-sized box to fit my printer galley trays (24"x7") filled with evaporust, so they could soak overnight. Used JB Weld in the seams to make it water-tight. Also learned to use a rivet gun. YOU ARE THE MAN! I searched high and low for a plastic container that would hold the tray and not require 5 gallons of evaporust to cover it. This box was the answer.
Awesome !! And now that you've got your feet wet, you realize you are now limited only by your imagination. Slow and deliberate measurements, cuts and folds an you can make tons of stuff with the HF brake. Good for you Johnny.
Nice work! Looks like you may have done this once or twice before. Learned a new word today: "thinkability".
I think I can remember at least once....LOL. I made a set of 24 gauge soldered corner drawers roughly 20'' x 24'' to fit a set of shelf runners in a service body truck. Made the slides out of UHMW and they worked well for over twenty years as the body went on three different cab/chassis. UHMW stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight material that is superbly wear resistant. I have no idea how many socket trays I've made for 3/4'' drive sets to 1/4'' drive sets...the list goes on. Thanks Terry for watching and commenting. I guess a hillbilly term does kinda slip out every now and then for the entertainment of the unsuspecting viewer.....
Beautiful work Wendell. Imagination - yes. Tools - yes. Skills - YES!
Good Afternoon Ed...thank you for such a nice comment. Hey btw, I'll be dropping you a line shortly about doing a live feed together.
Well that was fun! Took me back to my tin 101 work in school just a few years ago! Mine didnt come out quite that square, but remember making a tool box with a tray! May have to get me a little brake!
Harbor Freight sells several small ones that are not too bad to work with. Pretty cheap too. Thanks Steve for watching !!
I still have the toolbox I made in Jr. High metal shop. It's full of bicycle repair tools. Hell, I think from way back when, 1975.
Beautiful sheet metal work. I'm an retired A&P mechanic and can do sheet metal if forced to but we used to build all kinds of tool trays and parts trays, galvanized metal has to be easier to work with than aluminum which will spring back and crack on you.
Aluminum is a bit tricky. Yeah, ya don't get the chance to bend it twice most times...Hahahaha. Thanks Rick for the fun comment.
U have to have right alum.
Okay.... when someone knows what they are doing, and knows how to teach, nothing but amazing!
Well, thank you for a cool comment. Btw, I have a ton of sheet metal vids in the playists above....like this one here: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Feel free to take a look. Some are boring, straight duct, but there are a LOT of fittings as well.
Hadn't seen this guy before. Really liked his down to earth attitude and the way he presented his knowledge and skills to help us. Very nice job on the boxes. I subscribed.
Thanks for stopping by with such a cool comment!! Hey, if you enjoy sheet metal, try this playlist:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html For the more interesting ones, scroll down to the 7th on the list. Thanks for watching and leave a comment anytime on any of them.
You definitely didn't learn this overnight that's some pretty hands on experience displayed looks great thx for sharing.
Well, it DOES take a few cuts and scratches to get to the point of low or no blood loss on a daily basis. (-: The by-product is usually a nicely made box or project. Btw, if you are interested in sheet metal and have a little time, maybe consider checking out this playlist. There's a lot of fittings as well as the boring straight stuff: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thanks for visiting the channel today !!
beautiful, as a beginning elevator mechanic i begged a sheetmetal worker to make my tote tray and loved it for life, retired now at 67.
Hahaha...good story. If I had a dime for every one I've made! I'm glad your tool box served you for your career. We always liked getting you guys on the jobs in multistory buildings. Those danged old buck hoists were cold in the winter !!
@@tractorman4461 Jobsites were like operas, or orchestras, or plays maybe, when everything went right it was magikal.. my first mechanic was nicknamed the Hulk, we were the last ones on the job in strong blowing sideways snow south of Denver in a beam and concrete structure with no walls, but finally when he said ok we can call it for weather today, wow, toughen up city boy!! I so loved hanging off the side of the top beam eating that lunch living on the edge, i felt lucky that 2 people stood up for me at the Hall swearing in step. you've got an incredible shop there!
@@mrkeopele Man that jobsite description reminds me of some of my jobs a few years back. Though by the time I get there we at least have walls and floors !! Before the windows go in, some of those multistory jobs can get pretty breezy, can't they. That musta been fun working with the Hulk. I bet you've got some good stories for the grand kids !!
Nice to watch someone that knows what he is doing.
Thanks Daniel for the complement. Hey, I have a few sheet metal playlists you may find entertaining. Here's a sample: th-cam.com/video/PvDab537ul4/w-d-xo.html Thanks for stopping by and watching today.
I have ten years experience on brake press set up operator and totally agree with you about only bien limited by one's creativity. Truly enjoyed your video .
Awesome !! Thank you for the kind thoughts Esteban. I bet you may like this one too then: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html I hope to see you around on some other vids too !! Thank for the visit today.
Excellent. I've installed a shadow boxe into my wall using your box technique! I will do more.
Awesome !! Sounds cool SS !! I like it. You are limited only by your imagination.....
Good evening Mon Ami ! You are a true METAL SHEET ARTISTE !!! OUTSTANDING FULL WATCH SHEET METAL FABRICATION SIR CHEERS !!!
Hahahaha...thank you Dave for the always kind comment !! Everyone needs a tool or parts storage tray...or three.
@@tractorman4461 Oui en effet ( Yes in deed ! ) Thank you very kindly for your great tradesman video Cheers 😉👌🍻
Now that is what I call skill at it's finest. I am fascinated at your skill level. You made that look too easy. Awesome job.
Thanks Allan. With the right tools and just a little practice it IS easy. Make accurate marks and cut them perfectly on the lines. That's the best thing to remember on all sheet metal layout. Think about how precise cnc plasma cutters are. No matter HOW much experience you have with snips, you'll never be as precise as they are, but you WILL produce a nice fitting. Thanks for stopping in and let me suggest this playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html
Extremely concise and well edited video. Thank you for getting right to it with no nonsense. Looks like I need to by a hand seamer.
They make 'em now much wider too. I think maybe 6'' or wider. Here's the wider ones on Amazon:www.amazon.com/Straight-Seaming-Ergonomic-Bending-Flattening/dp/B097YBNGQY/ref=sr_1_7?crid=25X3HQ1RZ2HJP&keywords=hand+seamers+sheet+metal+tools&qid=1675473122&sprefix=hand+seamers+%2Caps%2C382&sr=8-7 Thanks for watching...btw, if you liked watching this one you may enjoy this one too: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for the visit today Joe !!
Nothing like 44 Ware to store all kinds of stuff! This was my breakfast entertainment before my pill dessert. So it was a pleasure my 44 Friendand I Thank You! So a Great Weekend to y’all at 44 Headquarters and I’ll be tipping your way! Squeezes for the Missus please! DaveyJO
Glad to see you still with the livin' DaveyJO....its a good thing the devil didn't want ya !! You're always welcome at the 44 HQ !! I'll be having my morning cuppaJO in honor of your dedicated nurse Alice ol buddy !!
Love the video, just subscribed. Keep the videos coming. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for the enthusiastic comment Ebrahiem. Btw, I have a few sheet metal playlists up at the top of the page like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html and here's a project that's just a little more difficult: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching today and feel free to drop a comment on any of the videos. There's a lot of different topics covered here.
I made a box like this in 7th grade (1975) I didn’t get a good grade on it. I lost it in a big move back in the 90s, well that darn thing turned up last summer. After watching this video I’m going to go out in the garage clean it and take care of some details. Thank you Sir.
Hahahaha....Glad I spurred you into activity, good deal !! (-; Man o man, if you enjoy sheet metal vids, I have a TON of them in the playlists. Thank YOU for watching and taking the time to let me know in the comments !! Have a great weekend.
Well done. Thanks
Thanks David for watching. Have you checked out the sheet metal playlists up above ? If not and if you have the time and desire, here's a sample: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thank you for the comment today.
I wish I didn't believe YT vids need silver screen quality production, editing, sound, and content, to upload myself..
Because down n dirty n simple, is still entertaining and informative..
Well, I've said on a number of videos this ain't Hollywood. My goal is to get the job done for the most part so the focal point isn't a superior production, but rather to complete a project and get what I can of what is done and try to keep it interesting at the same time... Sometimes those paths don't cross too good. I am totally appreciative of the time you guys take to watch for sure...and put up with amateur recordings. So, thank you for stopping in for a visit today and for leaving a candid comment as well.
It is truly a pleasure watching a professional at work ...beautiful work
Thank you Michael. I appreciate the kind words. I do have a lot of metal vids up in the playlist section and for the heck of it here's my latest metal upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html if you are interested. Thanks again for watching !!
Real craftsmanship that is worth learning . You've got some skills and passion old man.
Hahahahaha...who you callin' old...??!! Heck I'm only 71 or thereabouts right now. LOL Well, I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment but if you want to see more, check out the sheet metal playlists above. Here's a sample of one of the challenging fittings you'll find: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Stop by anytime and drop a comment here or there John.
@@tractorman4461 this are some creative hacks to develop skills as well as to diversify your portfolio.
When I was a freshman in high school that was one of the project’s we had to make in metal shop in the sixties
There should be more emphasis on the trades training in high school. Not everyone is interested in a bachelors or masters degree. Nor does everyone want to face the costs of higher education the way its provided now. There's plenty of room in the trades for guys that want to work a bit. Thanks Richard for the comment.
@@tractorman4461 I agree but when I graduated I had four years of machine shop and a year of metal shop and mechanical drawing and could not get a job they said no experience and none of the other guys I know could get jobs and we had every type of shop there was the schools need to do a better job of helping students find work in those fields
@@richardschaffling9882 Dang, that was a bad break. Businesses and unions need to be involved to a much greater extent in the upper grades of the school sytems process for counseling for career path choices. The learning process doesn't necessarily instruct the students 'how' to use their education, or just WHAT they can actually do with their newly acquired skills. Most all the building trades unions in this area will accept applications from the top performers in those classes right out of school.
I also think vocation specific virtual reality classes would go a long way to encourage participation in the trades as well, but there HAS to be a better way to get the graduates in the hands of the companies or unions that need them. All of our local unions have been and are suffering from lack of trainable employees for a long time. And with the number of the 'boomer' generation now retiring, it is going to get much worse.
Great tutorial on the tool trays, Tractorman44. A carry all would be interesting in a future video. Thanks for the vids!
Hey man, no problem. It was a spur of the moment video as a result of my ol' buddy dropping me a line earlier in the day. I thought what the hey....someone might like to try it themselves. I've made a number of different totes. Most of the time small projects like these can be made out of scraps too !! Even mid sized carry all's or totes. Thanks David for watching !!
Hi, many thanks for the tips. From Nr Liverpool UK.
You are quite welcome Geof. I am glad you enjoyed the video !!
Thanks so much for making this video! I have been trying to get into making things. And it has been mind opening to see what can be done with all the different materials. I had no idea it was possible for people to make their own useful metal items until recently. Thanks again!
A good start is a reasonably priced small box and pan brake from Central Machinery or a standard brake from Northern Hydraulics or Harbor Freight. I have a ton of sheet metal vids up top in the playlists like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html The first few are boring straight duct, but if you go done 8 or 10 you will see some more fancy fittings.
Hello from Alaska. Great job and thank you for the videos. 👍🇺🇸
Hello back....from Missouri !! Thanks for the time you take to watch. I'm glad you enjoy them Tony. Btw, that was my dad's name. And I have a nephew named Tony as well. So you MUST be a good guy. LOL
Always something to learn and pickup from other people, Thank You for posting the video!!!
You are quite welcome. It was just a quickly made video making these trays for my buddy's service truck. Apparently Adam, you and a LOT more viewers really liked it !! Thank you for watching and commenting.
Good workmanship. Truly enjoyed watching this.
Thank you Jack. I appreciate you watching. Btw, have you found the sheet metal playlists up top..?? Like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html. There are others too with plenums and tons of fittings.
Today I have mechanical and civil workshop and this helped me a lot thanks 😄
Awesome !! Thank you for watching and I am glad it helped you through a project. I have a lot of sheet metal videos up in the playlists like this one:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html and here's a sample right here:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
nice little part. Sheet metal forming is a bonafide skilled trade that takes years to master. Im a master so believe me i know.
Thanks for the compliment. I'm just on the up side of a hack when it comes to metal working, but I did seem to get by ok. It's a great trade isn't it.
@@tractorman4461 oh man great trade right now. comfortable indoor work in the same place every day. Less an less people are learning sheet metal or plate metal forming, so pay is increasing. Just have to find a good teacher or teach yourself which would be limiting. It is solid work thats is constantly challaging and different.
@@legionjames1822 You are absolutely right about that !! Sometimes I wish I'd spent more time going down the metal path, but the vast majority of my 42+ years in HVAC was commercial service and start up, piping and DDC controls. I am a bit rusty with the old tools, but still enjoy every little project. Especially so being retired...(-;
Good morning Wendell! You are an impeccable craftsman! The tool trays look store-bought! Thanks for sharing!
Well heck Martin....I never did learn how to do a BAD job....LOL. I just got lucky on another one is all. Thanks for the nice words my friend.
nice i so appreciate watching a tradesman
Thanks Randy for the supportive comment !! There's a ton of metal working vids up in the playlists. Here's a sample if you have the time: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for stopping in today and watching.
I think I’m gonna just start looking at press / breaks now. Great video
I think you'd get satisfaction out of making something from nothing but scraps. Well, I do anyway. I'd rather make something small out of it instead of tossing scraps in the metal pile. I linked a couple cheap starter pieces in the description Marcus. Both Harbor Freight items. Thanks for the comment.
Tinknockers so much more creative and useful than tictokers. Thank you Sir for passing along your knowledge.
How about a tinknocking tiktoker Bill....I've got a few vids over there too....LOL no sheet metal ones though. Thanks for watching and for the awesome comment. Btw, check out this latest metal upload if you'd like: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html I also have a ton of sheet metal fab vids in the playlists above. Like this one here:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html
@@tractorman4461 thanks for the links, I’ll be sure to check them out. I’m appreciative of “makers” demonstrating their craft and skill set. Wasn’t trying to belittle your tictok vids(haven’t seen them yet) and it’s reassuring to know that some use it productively. Unfortunately I’m all too familiar with the 99% garbage that’s there making it hard to find worthwhile content. Btw, “tin knocking tictoker” has a nice “ring” to it lol.
Laying the wire in the seam is a great tip, thanks for that.
It really adds to the strength to the tray for sure. Thanks for the comment.
I used to make these for my sockets etc great little projects for your old scraps and so handy
About half my socket sets are in tapered trays made specifically for each set. Those are the ones that stay in the shop in the roll around box. You're right...perfect project for scrap material. I used to make S's and drives out of the scraps.
Back in the '80s I taught and guided Rock Climbing for a few years. Had a couple of Sheet Metal workers one week. They had the biggest forearms and the strongest grips we had ever seen. All the pro climbers wanted to weep...😆
Hahahahaha....that's a good story. Yeah, the forearms and grip do get a bit of a workout with the tinsnips Glen. I never thought about it'd prepare a fella for rock climbing, though it makes perfect sense. Thank you for the fun story !!
I basically learned how to make such things by taking cardboard boxes of all types apart when I was very young. Once you understand the concept, anything can be made. Your informative video is spot on. And it is easy to tell you've made such things many times before. I like to weld the sides to the body of the box and than grind the edges smooth. And they come out amazing as well. It really depends on what you have as equipment to work with and, of course, your own ideas what to build. Thumbs Up!
Yes, the same basic technique can be applied to quite the variety of materials. I have soldered the corners many times and spot welded many as well as pop riveted quite a few as this one. I'm glad you enjoyed this video and I do have a lot of sheet metal fab videos in the playlists up top of the page. Here's a sample: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
We made something similar in 7th grade shop. In hindsight I wish metalworking would have been more heavily stressed than strictly woodworking.
Catholic grade schools didn't have shop. But the public high school did so I took woods as a Jr and metals as a Sr. If you have the time, check out the most recent upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html or maybe one of the playlists up above like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html You may find something interesting in those. Thanks for the visit today.
Love it- THANK YOU! Im a complete noob and looking for just this type of direction- SUBSCRIBED
Well heck, then you gotta take the time to peruse through the playlists at the top of my page. There's a LOT of layout videos there... some good, some maybe not as good. Like this one here will show you the confines of a tight space from start to finish:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Then this for a lot of straight ducting from various jobs and a lot of fittings and stuff like that: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html And here is my last metal upload: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Now all this will keep you busy for a while I bet. LOL Enjoy and good luck....comment if you need to on any of the videos.
Absolutely Sir- thank you. If you're ever in Virginia the coffees on me!
@@sdunca4864 Thank you, I appreciate that. We've been through Virginia and spent a little time in West Virginia, but that's about it.
Great video, I work with sheet metal while roofing, from making custom panels to custom chimney caps I've done it all. I was taught by an older man and I see you two share similar methods, very interesting to see!
Yeah, I've made my share of chimney caps as well. Big and little. I made a lot of lead pitch pockets for refrigerant lines and conduits as well as for plumbing stacks. Thanks for the comment !! I appreciate the time you took to watch too.
@@tractorman4461 Keep up the videos, you make great content, excellent substance for a man willing to learn. Have a great day.
@@FN_Hands Thanks for the supportive comment. Unfortunately I do very little metal work any more except for family and some close friends. But when I do, I always try to record what I can.
Another great vid! Great editing and volume control in addition to great content
Well Marco, thank you for such a kind comment ! If you want to see different kind of sheet metal work, check out this playlist. Tons of crazy fittings and an overall difficult job and in an attic to boot !! Here it is here: th-cam.com/video/PvDab537ul4/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching, hope to hear from you on other videos.
Thank you! I'm going to make pull out trays for my rabbit nest boxes to make them easier to clean. I am thrilled with your video.
A variation of this type tray/box will work fine. The first one may not be perfect, but use each one to hone your process. Thank you for watching and especially for the comment !
Now I can go to the garage and build myself one out of aluminium tray cover.....thanks for the idea of how to make myself a small carry tool box.....very well done....CHEERS
Heck Gator, you probably already know how to do this better than me !! And yes with a cheap brake you can make many projects. It doesn't have to be a full size expensive one.
Awesome job and a pleasure to watch an expert. Just got a big shop shear and a 24" brake and this 'pro-tips' are just what I needed. Excellent.
Great !! I'm glad you enjoyed this one. If you like sheet metal fab, check out this playlist: th-cam.com/video/IObgZ5gYWIE/w-d-xo.html. Lots of good fittings shown plus a LOT of plain jane straight duct. Thanks for the very pleasant comment....and there is still more metal playlists up top if you make it through this one. Have a great evening !!
I would love to see some of the variations and ideas you talked about: hip roof?, center handles, shelves, etc
When it comes to sheet metal, you are only limited by your imagination. I mostly do duct work and associated fittings but have done tons of other fab work as well. I have a few sheet metal playlists above like this one if you want to skip through: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Down about 6 or 7 you'll get into some odd fittings. You can see with these examples, that learning the tools and machinery along with a little math will allow you to make most anything a shop may need on a normal basis.
You make this process look quick and easy, but my guess is that you have a great deal of experience--which is the best teacher. Hats off to you for this valuable informational video showing some of the tips and tricks you have learned.
Thank you Carl for such a supportive comment. Yeah, I have put a few sheets of metal through the machines over the years. Btw, I have a few good playlists up above with sheet metal fab and installation if you are interested. Like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Towards the bottom of the list there are some pretty cool fittings.
You made that look way easier than I suspect it is!
Thank you for sharing!
After a fella makes a few they all seem to go smooth. And if they don't, you kinda learn how to correct it while folding and smashing together. Try this one out if you want to see a little more difficult layout: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for taking the time to watch today.
Beautiful sheet metal work
Thank you Pierre...this was an easy one. If you'd like one a little more challenging, check out this one: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html or if you really want to get into sheet metal, try this playlist, but you should have a bit of your favorite beverage before you start: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thank you for showing interest in the video and have a great day !!
You made that look soo easy. Nice tutorial. I wish I had a brake like you have.
I bought this from the father of a school buddy. He'd bought it new in '59 and had it in his barn 4 or 5 miles from me. I've had it since '84-ish. You can buy a cheap 24" box and pan brake from Central Machinery and do a LOT of small projects.
Thank you for showing this video; just what I needed for my craft ideas.
Another good tip, is either Harbor Freight or Northern Tool has a very reasonable small sheet metal brake. Inexpensive and make very good bends. www.harborfreight.com/30-inch-bending-brake-67240.html Northern Tools is more expensive and HF has another one too that's a bit more expensive. Good Luck and I am glad you found this helpful Vivian !!
Thanks for sharing, I also subscribed. I haven’t been tin since shop class 1970.
Cool...me and you must be about the same age. Btw, if you like sheet metal, I have several playlists up above that are just that. Here's one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for watching and for the sub too.
Always amating to watch a master craftsman.
Thank you for the kind comment...but hey, if you liked this one, here's another one with a higher level of difficulty you may enjoy: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment !!
I'd love to see you do a round one for a Home Depot bucket
If I had an immediate need for one, I'd do it in a heartbeat. I'd make maybe 4 stackable with partitions to fit the insides of the bucket loosely. The process is on the order of this repair made here: th-cam.com/video/1OOIoMqtQ0M/w-d-xo.html Of course not the crimped edge, but the overlap joint would be the same. The bottoms might be a different style too...but you can get the idea here anyway.
I remember making boxes like this in my shop class back in '77. Only thing we did different is we spot welded the corners instead of riveting them.
Yes, I spot weld a lot of the time too on these edges. The smashed pop rivets shows an option most have access to, even though most do NOT have a box and pan break. But cheap ones are available to home owners at Central Machinery, Harbor Freight or Northern Tools.
Very neat project!! Thank you for sharing this
I am glad to see you enjoyed the video. I have a ton of sheet metal vids in the playlists above...like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html. Thanks for watching. It is appreciated for sure.
@@tractorman4461 excellent! I take gander at those as well. Thank you
Thank you. Great video. I like the idea of hammering the rivets on the inside and having the square block for a dolly.
Question, how do you decide which part, base or side, will be the part sticking out and gets bent up?
It really doesn't matter which one because its the pretty much the same exercise either way. But do what is easier for you. Smashing the rivits strengthen plus gives smooth surfaces.
Simple and beautiful. Great to see craftsmanship these days!
Thank you for the compliment. I have tons of videos on sheet metal in the play lists like this one here if you want to take the time: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html
Takes me back to 8th grade shop class !
Hahahaha....that's cool. I had one semester of metals as a junior in HS. I still have my toolbox too !!
Such a pleasure to watch this come together. I've been working on my own sheet metal boxes but mine look really poor. I've definitely learned a lot in this video. My next step is to make a metal bending device!
Well, all it takes is practice. I'm sure my first boxes weren't quite as nicely done as these. Have you checked Harbor Freight or NorthernTool for a 24'' or 30'' brake ? They are really reasonably priced. Plus check FB Marketplace for sheet metal tools. You might be surprised to find one pretty easy. Here's a basic folder for 53 bucks !! www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200888085_200888085?gclsrc=aw.ds&&PPC&NT%20DSA%20Feed&DSA%20Feed&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsdKbBhDHARIsANJ6-jeGPaCQ8nrAXELHwlEuSFInRuxBDsXuVH7gk49JxuvnpuPodpcuSIMaAvLPEALw_wcB Hopefully the link worked...
@@tractorman4461 yes the link worked! Thank you so much for taking the time to give me this recommendation. I didn’t realized that beginner folders would be so reasonably priced! I’ll be picking up one as an early Christmas present to myself. Thanks again!
@@BadPractices You will only be limited by your imagination DD. Make accurate measurements and pay attention to how you fold on the line and if it's not quite right, remember what you did and do it slightly different to improve each time. It'll come easy to you. I make socket trays that taper from the large sockets down to the smallest socket and make the sides high enough to keep the sockets from falling out. It's basically the same tray as in the video, but with different dimensions and shape.Good luck with the little brake. Pick up a nice square headed 'tinners' hammer too. And if you find a nice crisp square of steel 1 or 2 inches thick or more, they help in shaping sharp crisp corners too. Here might be something to think about as a way to strengthen sides. It doesn't have to be round, you can implement the edge in this video even on your square boxes: th-cam.com/video/GaPFeahgJ8A/w-d-xo.html
@@tractorman4461 the edge in that video was fantastic. I’ve got two questions if you’ve got the time.
-I have an abundance of machine screws. Do you have any tips for incorporating machine screws instead of rivets into a project like this?
-Where do you find the best place to buy metal is? I’ve been getting it from Home Depot (I work there) but, I know it can be found cheaper elsewhere.
@@BadPractices If they are actual machine screws you'll have to drill holes to insert. But to insure they don't come loose, I'd get a makeshift anvil and peen the threaded end over the nuts. I'd insert them from the inside out too, to keep the inside sleek as possible. On the sheet metal, see if there is an HVAC supply house in your town. Most all those sell sheet metal for use during furnace replacements.
To buy wholesale, you may have to have a company name like D D Sheet Metal Fabrication.... and open an account. That will keep you from paying full retail prices on the metal. Then you'll have your choice of thicknesses and widths. Standard width is 24, 20, 36 and 48 inches and 96 inches long. So to start I'd go with 24x96x 28 gauge. That's a good thin material to learn on then you can always pick up 26 or 24 ga later. But don't buy 24 ga to start with....much too thick for what you want to do. I hope this helps....
Btw, you should be able to open a business account on a 'cash sale' basis which will allow you to buy wholesale and not jump through the hoops to open an actual charge account with the supply house. Another thing, if that doesn't suit your thoughts, just walk into an A/C service company and just buy a sheet retail. They will probably accommodate you no problem. Also ask them if you can stop in and get some old duct that's torn out of a job...it'll probably be free too !!
We threw away hundreds of tons of materials over the more than 40 years I spent in the field. Good luck with what ever you do....heck you might even work into a sheet metal apprentice program !! No more Home Depot then...LOL
Enjoyed the video. Instead of pop rivets, I use a spot welder on projects like this.
Yes, I do as well on a lot of things similar to this. Considering the tools may be of excessive weight I thought the peened pop rivets would never pop loose whereas the spot welds could if the trays flex with a bit of a heavy load....Just my thoughts on it. Thanks for the visit Stephen....hey if you have an extra minute check this one out: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html You might like it.
I really enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing!
Good Morning Stephen. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. There's tons of sheet metal fabrication videos up in the Playlists at the top of the page. Here's one for example: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thanks for taking the time to watch the Tool Tray layout.
Very nice work sir. Your a talented man.
Good Evening John. Thank you for a very nice comment. If you like sheet metal fabrication/installation I do have a couple sheet metal specific playlists set up in the toolbar up top. I'd suggest the attic heat pump project for some unique metal.
Great video and presentation. Metal work is so cool.. as a pro carpenter and wood worker my brain isn't wired for metal work
Well thank you for the nice comment. I do a lot of wood working too but I'm not a wood worker OR a carpenter. Actually I'm not technically a sheet metal worker either...I'm a retired commercial hvac service tech. I've done my share of sheet metal though back in the day. But until I retired, I hadn't hardly touched a piece of metal for a couple decades or more. My tools got really dusty too !! But hey, if you like watching sheet metal vids I have a ton of them in the playlists up above like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html You can whet your whistle on this one here. It's a little higher level of difficulty: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks Tim for stopping by today. Feel free to visit any time !! I saw a lot of lumber too. LOL
Very creative... Kudos to you dude!!!
Awesome !! Glad you enjoyed it Vitor.
Fabulous to watch!!
Thanks for watching and hey, if you like sheet metal, give this playlist a try: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html There's a lot of odd plenums and return air boxes and radius fitting in here.
I need a metal break like that in my life...
Well Central Machinery makes a really heavy 24'' box and pan for cheap. You can make tons of stuff on even one that small. It's a heavier gauge break than this 4 foot 22 gauge. I should do a little video on it because it is such a good deal.
Yes, I'd be interested to know about it...restoring this truck has shown me just how many tools I need, but don't have...
Voce e um artista. Gostei de ver.
Obrigado meu amigo. Eu agradeço as palavras gentis.
That was really cool.
Love the format -- no-nonsense / to-the-point.
Thanks Marv !! Most of the time my mind is on getting the job done...especially if its a furnace changeout or something important. But this time I had the luxury of taking my time to make the trays. If you liked this one, take a minute and skip through this one:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
Beautiful!
Thank you. Fyi, there are plenty of sheet metal videos in the playlists if you are interested. Here's one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html. The more interesting ones start 7 down. Thanks for watching.
How long did it take you to be come a full-blown magician?? Holy cow.
Hahahahaha...Matt, I gotta admit I'm still working on it man. Take a look at this latest upload if you'd like:th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html You may find it a bit interesting. Thanks for the comment today !!
Thank you, for passing down your knowledge
Well, I am glad you find it enjoyable !! I kinda like making these videos for you guys. Thank you for watching.
That's a very informative video, thanks for taking your time to share your knowledge. Much appreciated.
Well, I am glad to pass anything along. Taking something to our graves helps no one. Have you found the sheet metal playlists up above like tthis one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Here's a sample of some of the fittings you will see: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html
Beautiful work man.
Thank you for watching. It is appreciated. Check out this one to whet your whistle for more that are up in the playlists: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Here's one of the playlists with lots of fittings: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Enjoy!!
Neat tray. Thanks for the video and lesson.
You are quite welcome. My buddy has them filled and in his service truck ever since the day after these were made. Hey MJ btw, if you like sheet metal and have a minute check out this playlist I put together. All pretty much just layout and/or install vids: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thank you for visiting today and thanks for taking the time to comment.
We made these in elementary scool - same as you show with cutouts corners and without - fold 45 deg and then out to end of box
Oh yeah, there's a variety of ways to fold a tray like this. And as long as it works for the application its the right way to do it !! If you like sheet metal and have the time, you may want to consider scooting through this playlist. Quite a few strange fittings went into this job:th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Or maybe this would interest you too: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for stopping by for shop visit today. I appreciate your time.
Fantastic work 44, I can look for hours how you work with tinplate, I have a tin beaker or jug with a handle that I made as an apprentice in 1982, it is round with a handle, may be I must look at it again to see what we did at the time, I forgot the techniques long gone, we made a toolbox as well, my brother have it now👍
What trade did you do your apprenticeship for Jan ?
@@tractorman4461 I started as an Aircraft technician but we had to learn sometime of every trade in the basics, from welding, machining, tin plate, electrics, electronics you name it, then we start with the Profession and focus only on that, I was not in hands-on in the trade for long, maybe 10 years and then go into Management and still in that to today
@@jankotze1959 Awesome Jan. I knew you had to have done something with your hands a good bit to be able to think through the problems you encounter.
Thank you very much for your help sir
Cool, I am glad to see you enjoyed the video. Check this one out for a more complicated sheet metal layout: th-cam.com/video/i2KFLZGbZwI/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment !!
Superb work. Very skilled. Nowadays, we laser cut and bend it on CNC Press Brakes. But, this is too good for custom sizes. Thanks
I never got the opportunity to work a CNC plasma set up for layout, but I did see them run in the shop. I've not even seen a CNC press brake. But it sounds intriguing. The industry has changed immensely since I got started 46 years ago. I actually spent the majority of my career in commercial service. Thank you for the very kind comment and if you'd like to see more, there's tons of metal videos in the playlists above. Even some welding and heavier metal fabrication too.
Yes water jet is very good to and press with auto tool change
Beautiful work man! 👍
Thank you for the kind comment. I assume you may be interested in sheet metal fab, so have you found the playlists up above ? There's a lot of special fittings as well as straight duct layout and even some installation vids too. Here's one you may like: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Thanks again for watching.
Metal. Really like playing around with hand tooling and bending light metals
Hahahaha...me too. If you'd like to see more, I have a lot of metal working videos (mostly all duct) in the playlists above. Like this one here that may be of interest: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1taVZjyeN9DKr52HQ3hhcXd.html Thanks for the visit today hR.
Excellent art work
Thank you, it really is a simple tray to make for a variety of uses. But it's only ONE way to make one. Lots of variations. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.
This is really cool. Thanks Uncle 🙂
Well, I am glad you enjoyed the tray. But if you like more sheet metal content I DO have a few playlists above like this one: th-cam.com/play/PLk72G9DTzZ1tqw8ST_xdUlPoy_O-SmuBx.html Lots of transitions, fittings and plenums....even straight duct.