These "tutorial" style episodes are really very helpful as your experience is multiplied on a global scale. THIS is what the internet is supposed to be about. Thanks
Great informative video. I used to do all kinds of woodworking and other projects, but since my health is quickly going south now I think about taking better care of my tools. It is good to see how nice I can make my tools look. You have inspired me to get a belt sander and try to see how my tools end up looking. It is just as satisfying to restore tools as it was to build things.
Hi Dan! I really believe like so many others that this hobby is one of the best endeavors you can pursue... I am sure you will love the time in the shop and the rewards it brings!! Thanks!!!!!!!
Hey Dan, stop with the health going south now. My wife has pretty much forbidden me to use those expressions. I am 81 years old, a two time Vietnam vet with two purple hearts. One doesn't realize just how fragile we are, until the grim reaper starts a knocking on the door. I paid a lot of money for my tools and they were just for fun. I tried telling my son who is 40 and he too says stop with the downsizing. I ask, so do you want the lathe or etc etc. Many of my tools came from Ebay and were in pretty bad shape, rusty crusty and neglected. I spent hours restoring those tools and that was much of my shop fun. Wishing you the best and many more years. Hope you are out walking, and taking care. ..Ken , Marina CA
I love my 1 X 30. I actually found it in the garbage and carried it home from a mile away. It’s a Delta and it had tons of belts in the same garbage too. I stuffed my pockets full of belts too. I’ve had it for 5 years and use it almost 3 times a week and it’s never failed me. I am so blessed by finding it!
Joe you aren't kidding! What a find! I know you will agree, even if you don't restore tools it's one of the best additions to a shop!!!! Like you, I really love it! Thanks!!!!!!
Love your videos. I’ve been restoring old tool (mostly hand planes) on and off for the last 20 years and I really enjoy your approach and enthusiasm. Having lived in California for the past 40 year your East Coast (New York)accent takes me home to my Pennsylvania roots and all of the old family.
Hi Sawwtooth! LOL! I spent a bunch of years in Camp Pendleton and my accent always gave me away! I am so happy you are enjoying the videos! I loved Ca. weather and parks but the politics on both coasts have me looking for a simpler, old fashioned location to spend my remaining days. I love Pa. too and go there a lot! The big cities in that state are changing it too! Thanks so much...
Thanks for the demonstration and the tips. I still have a new Grizzly 1" x 30" belt sander, essentially just like yours, which I bought about 5 years ago, but have never set it up. Organizing a shop to find more room in which to work is a project that is easy to put off until tomorrow. As you get older, you begin to realize that the number of tomorrows available to organize your shop and make productive use of your tools is becoming increasingly limited. I hope that I will use the tips in your video to set up my Grizzly before the end of the month and get going with it. I have been acquiring and using tools for about 60 years, but I'd love to learn to be as productive as you are. Your restorations are amazing, as are those on the channels you have recommended to your viewers from time to time.
I really enjoy your channel. I recently stumbled upon it while recovering from back surgery. I too have enjoyed doing these types of restoration projects; however, due to my recent mobility & lifting limitations, all of my physical activities are on hold for the next few months. Thanks for keeping me mentally active with your projects as well as giving me a few new good ideas. A fellow hobbiest, Curly
Hey Curly- Hobbies are the most important tool to keep us active and happy... Eventually we all get some ailment but there is always a hobby that can give you fulfillment! Thanks!
Absolutely great tutorial ScoutCrafter!! The portable platen is a bit tricky to master with location, steadiness and pressure. I have a HF model and it works well enough but is lacking power for other tasks. I'm honored to say that all I've learned about using a belt sander and cleaning up tools (I'm a noobie so I can't say restoration yet) I've learned from you and your videos!! Thanks always!!👍😀
Hi Steve! Your restorations are absolutely top notch!! The best part is we are having fun doing it! "Even the fails teach us valuable lessons..." --Three Finger Bill =D
Once again, you exceed expectations with knowledge, experience, care and compassion for your audience. Thank you for the education! I think you were talking directly to me in this video. Keep up the great job!
Anyone can do it but it's more fun when you do it because we enjoy your chat - where we end up laughing and learning at the same time. Thanks SC. Now I gotta go down to my basement and remove the platen on my 1" belt sander. See you next time!
Hi Dennis! You know what's funny, 9 times out of 10 when you are using the sander you always use the small area above the platen just below the wheel! Another problem is the belt guard, it's great of you have a vacuum hooked up and collect dust from wood and stuff, but changing belts takes so much longer! Toss it too! LOL Thanks!!!!!!
Fantastic Video! Great tutorial on a belt sander. If you ever want to go super nuts on a polishing job, do a final buffing with a paste made of cream of tartar and water. It's how they used to prepare proof coin dies for the utmost shine! I use cream of tartar when I polish antique sewing machine parts.
Good to have this video in the library. I have the good fortune of having a 2x72 and a 1x30. And you're right about the big boy grinders. You need something like a 600 or 800 grit belt to keep things under control.
Hi Allan- That 2X72 belt sander of yours is a real beauty and is awesome for fast stock removal... In the wrong hands a sander like that can cut a tool in half in 30 seconds! LOL
Received my 1x30 last week from Harbor Freight, yes most come from the same factory with minor variations, I chose HF because it was the best price $45.00 vs. some over $150 for the same tool.
Its important that we learn to use and set up the tools correctly and this video did that perfectly. Would love to see more of these types of video e.g. How to polish the concave surfaces of the hammer head. Repairing wood stock handles for hammer and other handles. Types of cleat to use to secure hammer head to wood/ plastic/ metal handle stock materials. As always, thank you for sharing. 👍 👍 👍
You are so right! Tons of stuff to show! I was a little leery about the super long length of this video! I even told my GF that I think I went too long! LOL Thanks so much!!!!!!
Definitely NOT too long, John. It might be if you didn't have anything to say, but I ALWAYS learn something from you. Thank you and keep up the great work!
Great! Everybody's at different levels of experience, but a little tutorial is always good. And I'm glad you're not like those other channels, showing things in FAKE TIME!
LOL The fake time is good when we just want to get to the point but it's important for many people to realize just how long this process takes or they feel they are doing something wrong! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!!
Good video. I thought some nit pickers would chide you a little on removing guards and I was right. For about 10 years my job was making shift yokes and blocks in a heavy truck transmission factory. After machining I had to debur the parts on a 2 X 72 belt sander. I picked up a lot of your tips doing that for so long. Thanks for posting.
Hi James! LOL I was thinking the same thing- The safety Sallys are always ready to jump on something that looks even minutely dangerous... Most of my subscribers are really awesome and know when to point something out. =) The 2X72 requires a super soft touch as you know because it can ruin a project in mili-seconds! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!
Excellent video. As an aside, your video also demonstrated how you can identify the type of steel by the sparks that are generated. It's handy to have a chart near the sander or grinder for the home shop as you are often using unidentified types of steel. Cheers from NC/USA
You are so right! I wish I knew more about different steel types, I know the most common but metallurgy has always been fascinating to me! Thanks so much!!!
Wow, that was such a great score on the drill press Scout and I think you did an absolutely outstanding restoration on it. It’s so easy to do too much and ruin it. What really sets it apart is they look to be a matching pair and the name plates are in perfect condition. I’m sure there would be museums that would love to get their hands on it when you’re finished. Back in the 70’s my mum worked for David Jones here in Australia and one year she brought home their old Xmas decorations so we had the biggest, high quality baubles and tinsel you’ve ever seen spread around our house. It was nice to see a picture of your mum, she was so beautiful. All the best, you crazy lightbulb collector😂, Stuart and Lea 🇦🇺
Thanks very much for this. I really appreciate the time you take for the explanations and details of how you achieve such great results. I’d love to see one on how you approach painting. Thanks again.
This was an awesome tutorial. Now I know what it will take to improve my restoration skills. My 4x36 belt sander requires removing 11 screws to change belts, and it doesn't have an area where the belt flows freely for curved surfaces, so I'm going to have to invest in a 1x30 now! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. (Looking forward to the buffing tutorial, hint hint!)
Hi David! 11 screws to change a belt!? Are you sure!? Most 4 x 36 have a lever that releases tension on the belt allowing fast changes! Make sure you are looking closely! I have two of those 4x36, they are great but mine needs bearings! =) Thanks
Great instructions and tips n tricks. You can also apply wax to a separate wheel on the buffer. I sharpen my knives with the 1x30 with a 15 micron belt
Thanks for making this. I have picked these tips over the course of watching ALL of your videos, and asking questions in the comments section, but it's sure nice to have it all in one video to pull up for reference if we need it, or for someone new to the channel who wants to tackle some restorations. I'm going to do a few of my own soon with the warm weather just around the corner. Also, I bought a 30" belt sander after seeing how useful it is, and it looked like i could buy a smaller sander and always have it set up for the price of a couple belts for the band saw. Those long belts are a bit spendy. I also saw a cool video of a guy who made 30" sanding belts for his HF sander which seemed good for someone like me who doesn't have worn out belts yet but still wants a grit you might only find in automotive sand paper. Thanks again!
Great vid. I got mine from harbor freight. I bought some cheap old pipe wrenches that were rough cast and had forging lines. Then I practiced. My biggest problem is static electricity. Shock the crap out of you over and over. Working on grounding the dang thing now. 52 dollars at harbor freight with coupon. Thanks Scout!
Hi Rick! I guarentee you are going to love that machine! It's so useful for so many projects around the shop! The 1" width allows you to get in spots many other machines don't! Best of luck with the new addition!
Thanks Scout for the Great tutorial!!....I definitely learned a few things and will taking off the platen on my 1 x 30....I'll be ordering a variety of Belts too experiment with :]
Wow great job as usual. I am always impressed at how skilled you are at the belt sander. I sometimes get nervous because I am afraid of going too deep and taking off the manufacturers name and model number off the tool. When are you going to give us another week where you restore something every day?
LOL- You have been here for the full week of videos! =) I am really looking forward to Friday's video! Its a tool review! I don't usually do them but this one look like fun! Hope you enjoy!
LOL! This was so long I was really apprehensive about it's release, the thing is you have to show it full time or people think they are doing something wrong because it's taking so long! LOL Thanks!!!!!!
I do really appreciate that! There are so many people getting interested in this hobby and it's awesome to think of all the old tools that will be saved and used again! Thanks!!!!!!!
I still lean toward the ''vibratory' method. Beat it severely about the head and ears with a nice hammer and most will fall off and the rest will jump off of it's own accord. Goode one CS and very timely!
LOL! Lewie, the face on this hammer was sooooo bad I had to grind off a 1/4" with the trusty angle grinder! I also set off two smoke detectors in the house! LOL
God bless you family and friends Scout... great video you should do some more like that all the Machinery is used not that everybody has all the experience in the world but you always learn something new thank you once again for the video.👍👍👍👍
@@ScoutCrafter I know Scout I've seen the them on eBay and everything but they will not ship them to Puerto Rico. And if they want to ship them they want to charge more than what the machine is worth but I really would like to get one....
Fantastic video. I love your tutorials. I learn a lot. I'm new to the belt sander and I'm always worried the belt is going to come flying off. Does that ever happen?
thanks scout for the info ... hope i didn't miss to much ya right lol .. been real bizzy my garage roof fell in from the stupid snow and i have no help to get my stuff out what i can .. almost lost my grinders and a new sander and more talk soon view when can .. thanks .. †
Hello RK! You are not the only one! The heavy snow and Ice build up this year really took a toll on many roofs!!!!! The bad thing about a steep pitch is you can't walk on it, the good thing is the snow can't really get too deep on it... The good thing is now the weather is breaking and we can make repairs! Thanks!!!
I am currently doing a restoration on a belt sander that is a Pincrest and the motor has the J C Penny on it, I am trying to find a person near me to redo the motor because some of the winding wires insulation crumbled off. The leads not the actual winding, I hope I can get it done, I really want to keep the motor. It actually runs so maybe that will help its case,.,
I have a question about the static charge buildup when using this built sander. I get zapped from the static charge whenever using this tool to cleanup tools. Do you? Is there anything that can be done to eliminate or reduce this? PS: I look forward to each of your videos. Thanks for each of them.
So I know that this video is 3 years old, but I have a question. I’m getting a Grizzly 1x30 sander and was wondering what grit belts to order. Available -> 60,80,100,120,150,180,220,240,320,400. They offer A/O & ceramic. I assume A/O is best.
I'm about to receive some Japanese Kanna Planes and Chisels and need your input on whether the 1 x 30 with differing grit belts(likecubitron ones) are as effective as utilizing water stones for sharpness. I noticed you didn't use water to cool down grinded metal items is that because the 1 x 30 doesn't create that much heat?
Could the paper towel pad be replaced with an offcut of leather, or a leather 'thimble'. I can already see its very accurate as it is - but then I think, maybe, you make it look easy...
I used to use an old leather glove as a steady when I was woodturning. A little carnuba wax would help it glide. Could use a glove for this application too.
That’s another thing I need to get. Not that I never used one though. Awesome video. Btw your comment went to spam on my last video. I have to use my pc to fix it. I don’t want you to think I didn’t respond to your comment. I’ll be able to get to my computer tonight to fix it.
That's a great question! The usual difference between the abrasives is how long they wear... I fresh 60 Grit belt will be the same on most type belts but the better belts will last much longer! I hear the orange Norton belts are really good but 3X the price... =) Thanks!!!!!
Aluminium oxide is much STRONGER than silicon carbide. It won't cut as fast grit for grit but will last much longer. Silicon carbide is a very hard mineral, so will cut much faster, the crystals are however, very brittle, so they break, revealing new, sharp edges. Because of this silicon carbide paper simply looses it's abrasive.
You can add Teacher to your resume 😊 You didn't show getting in the narrow curved section, did you use the sitck in the narrow section? Do you recommend a specific brand of sanding belts? Great video thanks.
Hi Mike! With this hammer head I am going to paint the curved surfaces, so they were only wire brushed. A curve that deep and complex requires some sandpaper wrapped around a dowel and some elbow grease! LOL I've been using the aluminum oxide belts from amazon but I want to try the Norton Orange belts, they are expensive but are supposed to be great! Thanks Mike!
Thanks so much. I just set this up in my jewelry/metal studio and watched a few videos to learn about it. Yours is the best for this newbie!
These "tutorial" style episodes are really very helpful as your experience is multiplied on a global scale. THIS is what the internet is supposed to be about. Thanks
Thanks Mohamed!!!!
I found this video by accident and it was great and informative.
Great tutorial, thank you! A mini series like this would be a great help to us newbies... wire wheels and buffers?
Great informative video. I used to do all kinds of woodworking and other projects, but since my health is quickly going south now I think about taking better care of my tools. It is good to see how nice I can make my tools look. You have inspired me to get a belt sander and try to see how my tools end up looking. It is just as satisfying to restore tools as it was to build things.
Hi Dan! I really believe like so many others that this hobby is one of the best endeavors you can pursue... I am sure you will love the time in the shop and the rewards it brings!! Thanks!!!!!!!
Hey Dan, stop with the health going south now. My wife has pretty much forbidden me to use those expressions. I am 81 years old, a two time Vietnam vet with two purple hearts. One doesn't realize just how fragile we are, until the grim reaper starts a knocking on the door. I paid a lot of money for my tools and they were just for fun. I tried telling my son who is 40 and he too says stop with the downsizing. I ask, so do you want the lathe or etc etc. Many of my tools came from Ebay and were in pretty bad shape, rusty crusty and neglected. I spent hours restoring those tools and that was much of my shop fun. Wishing you the best and many more years. Hope you are out walking, and taking care. ..Ken , Marina CA
One of my favorite videos. Watch it again and again
Thanks so much Robin!!!!
I love my 1 X 30. I actually found it in the garbage and carried it home from a mile away. It’s a Delta and it had tons of belts in the same garbage too. I stuffed my pockets full of belts too. I’ve had it for 5 years and use it almost 3 times a week and it’s never failed me. I am so blessed by finding it!
Joe you aren't kidding! What a find! I know you will agree, even if you don't restore tools it's one of the best additions to a shop!!!! Like you, I really love it! Thanks!!!!!!
Just watched this video for the umteenth time. Probably your best video but they are all wonderful. Thank you!
Love your videos. I’ve been restoring old tool (mostly hand planes) on and off for the last 20 years and I really enjoy your approach and enthusiasm. Having lived in California for the past 40 year your East Coast (New York)accent takes me home to my Pennsylvania roots and all of the old family.
Hi Sawwtooth! LOL! I spent a bunch of years in Camp Pendleton and my accent always gave me away! I am so happy you are enjoying the videos! I loved Ca. weather and parks but the politics on both coasts have me looking for a simpler, old fashioned location to spend my remaining days. I love Pa. too and go there a lot! The big cities in that state are changing it too! Thanks so much...
Thanks for the demonstration and the tips. I still have a new Grizzly 1" x 30" belt sander, essentially just like yours, which I bought about 5 years ago, but have never set it up. Organizing a shop to find more room in which to work is a project that is easy to put off until tomorrow. As you get older, you begin to realize that the number of tomorrows available to organize your shop and make productive use of your tools is becoming increasingly limited. I hope that I will use the tips in your video to set up my Grizzly before the end of the month and get going with it. I have been acquiring and using tools for about 60 years, but I'd love to learn to be as productive as you are. Your restorations are amazing, as are those on the channels you have recommended to your viewers from time to time.
I really enjoy your channel. I recently stumbled upon it while recovering from back surgery. I too have enjoyed doing these types of restoration projects; however, due to my recent mobility & lifting limitations, all of my physical activities are on hold for the next few months. Thanks for keeping me mentally active with your projects as well as giving me a few new good ideas. A fellow hobbiest,
Curly
Hey Curly- Hobbies are the most important tool to keep us active and happy... Eventually we all get some ailment but there is always a hobby that can give you fulfillment! Thanks!
Absolutely great tutorial ScoutCrafter!! The portable platen is a bit tricky to master with location, steadiness and pressure. I have a HF model and it works well enough but is lacking power for other tasks. I'm honored to say that all I've learned about using a belt sander and cleaning up tools (I'm a noobie so I can't say restoration yet) I've learned from you and your videos!! Thanks always!!👍😀
Hi Steve! Your restorations are absolutely top notch!! The best part is we are having fun doing it! "Even the fails teach us valuable lessons..." --Three Finger Bill =D
Thanks SC!! We are having fun aren't we!! No better way to spend some down time from working. Looking forward to the next challenge project!😉
I always learn so much watching your videos. These introductory "101" videos really help to take the mystery out of getting out in the shop.
Once again, you exceed expectations with knowledge, experience, care and compassion for your audience. Thank you for the education! I think you were talking directly to me in this video. Keep up the great job!
I am so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!!!!!!!
Anyone can do it but it's more fun when you do it because we enjoy your chat - where we end up laughing and learning at the same time. Thanks SC. Now I gotta go down to my basement and remove the platen on my 1" belt sander. See you next time!
Hi Dennis! You know what's funny, 9 times out of 10 when you are using the sander you always use the small area above the platen just below the wheel! Another problem is the belt guard, it's great of you have a vacuum hooked up and collect dust from wood and stuff, but changing belts takes so much longer! Toss it too! LOL Thanks!!!!!!
Fantastic Video! Great tutorial on a belt sander. If you ever want to go super nuts on a polishing job, do a final buffing with a paste made of cream of tartar and water. It's how they used to prepare proof coin dies for the utmost shine! I use cream of tartar when I polish antique sewing machine parts.
Thanks for this. I have had one of those sanders for more than thirty years and realizing now how under used it has been.
Good to have this video in the library. I have the good fortune of having a 2x72 and a 1x30. And you're right about the big boy grinders. You need something like a 600 or 800 grit belt to keep things under control.
Hi Allan- That 2X72 belt sander of yours is a real beauty and is awesome for fast stock removal... In the wrong hands a sander like that can cut a tool in half in 30 seconds! LOL
You ain't kidding.
Received my 1x30 last week from Harbor Freight, yes most come from the same factory with minor variations, I chose HF because it was the best price $45.00 vs. some over $150 for the same tool.
Philip- Best $50 you ever spent! You will love it!!!!!!!
Its important that we learn to use and set up the tools correctly and this video did that perfectly.
Would love to see more of these types of video e.g.
How to polish the concave surfaces of the hammer head.
Repairing wood stock handles for hammer and other handles.
Types of cleat to use to secure hammer head to wood/ plastic/ metal handle stock materials.
As always, thank you for sharing.
👍 👍 👍
You are so right! Tons of stuff to show! I was a little leery about the super long length of this video! I even told my GF that I think I went too long! LOL Thanks so much!!!!!!
Definitely NOT too long, John. It might be if you didn't have anything to say, but I ALWAYS learn something from you. Thank you and keep up the great work!
I love these tutorials. You are a great teacher!
In my opinion this ranks as one of the best videos I have seen. Perhaps a few...how to...videos would be much appreciated...Thank you...captjack
Wow! Jack thanks so much!!!!
Great! Everybody's at different levels of experience, but a little tutorial is always good. And I'm glad you're not like those other channels, showing things in FAKE TIME!
LOL The fake time is good when we just want to get to the point but it's important for many people to realize just how long this process takes or they feel they are doing something wrong! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!!
Good video. I thought some nit pickers would chide you a little on removing guards and I was right. For about 10 years my job was making shift yokes and blocks in a heavy truck transmission factory. After machining I had to debur the parts on a 2 X 72 belt sander. I picked up a lot of your tips doing that for so long. Thanks for posting.
Hi James! LOL I was thinking the same thing- The safety Sallys are always ready to jump on something that looks even minutely dangerous... Most of my subscribers are really awesome and know when to point something out. =) The 2X72 requires a super soft touch as you know because it can ruin a project in mili-seconds! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!
Excellent video. As an aside, your video also demonstrated how you can identify the type of steel by the sparks that are generated. It's handy to have a chart near the sander or grinder for the home shop as you are often using unidentified types of steel.
Cheers from NC/USA
You are so right! I wish I knew more about different steel types, I know the most common but metallurgy has always been fascinating to me! Thanks so much!!!
Wow, that was such a great score on the drill press Scout and I think you did an absolutely outstanding restoration on it. It’s so easy to do too much and ruin it. What really sets it apart is they look to be a matching pair and the name plates are in perfect condition. I’m sure there would be museums that would love to get their hands on it when you’re finished. Back in the 70’s my mum worked for David Jones here in Australia and one year she brought home their old Xmas decorations so we had the biggest, high quality baubles and tinsel you’ve ever seen spread around our house. It was nice to see a picture of your mum, she was so beautiful. All the best, you crazy lightbulb collector😂, Stuart and Lea 🇦🇺
Hi Scout , Nice Job on Teaching About The 1" Belt Sander.
Thanks very much for this. I really appreciate the time you take for the explanations and details of how you achieve such great results. I’d love to see one on how you approach painting. Thanks again.
Hi Carl! Yes! I will be covering that too! I have some pretty good tips on painting! Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!
This was like a refresher course for me. Mine are close to mirror.
But you got the magic touch Scout. Great video thanks my friend!!
Cracking video. Excellent learning points. Can you do more of these please. Sometimes I think one needs to recover old ground for the newbies.
I am so glad you enjoyed the video! I really appreciate the feedback Sarah!!! Thanks!!!
Thank you. You should do more of these. I totally love your videos.
Thanks so much!!!!!
Very helpful. It shows me how bad I need one as soon as I can. Thank you.
You know, I am glad you put up 'Worn 80' at the 13:39, because I thought you jumped to a '180' grit.
Very pretty! It would look even better with a little red!
Roger! YES! I am going to paint all the non-polished parts RED!!!!! You know your colors!!!!! =)
Very timely video John. I just ordered one of these 1 x 30 sanders last week. Thanks for all the tips on the best way to use this .
Hi Lou! I really think this will become your favorite tool!!! Thanks!!!!!
And eventually the dake...... 😎
This was an awesome tutorial. Now I know what it will take to improve my restoration skills. My 4x36 belt sander requires removing 11 screws to change belts, and it doesn't have an area where the belt flows freely for curved surfaces, so I'm going to have to invest in a 1x30 now! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. (Looking forward to the buffing tutorial, hint hint!)
Hi David! 11 screws to change a belt!? Are you sure!? Most 4 x 36 have a lever that releases tension on the belt allowing fast changes! Make sure you are looking closely! I have two of those 4x36, they are great but mine needs bearings! =) Thanks
@@ScoutCrafter Sadly, yes, I'm sure. Even RTFM (read the fine manual.)
Thanks so much, I was having a problem with a knife I am working on. Now I know what I was doing wrong and how to correct it. Good tutorial.
Thanks so much. This was very informative with lots of great tips. Sometime in the future, could you do the same for buffing?
Yes Robert! That will be an important follow-up!!! =) Thanks!
Great instructions and tips n tricks. You can also apply wax to a separate wheel on the buffer. I sharpen my knives with the 1x30 with a 15 micron belt
They also make Leather wheels and belts! Great for razor sharpening! =) Thanks Bernie!
Thanks for making this. I have picked these tips over the course of watching ALL of your videos, and asking questions in the comments section, but it's sure nice to have it all in one video to pull up for reference if we need it, or for someone new to the channel who wants to tackle some restorations. I'm going to do a few of my own soon with the warm weather just around the corner. Also, I bought a 30" belt sander after seeing how useful it is, and it looked like i could buy a smaller sander and always have it set up for the price of a couple belts for the band saw. Those long belts are a bit spendy. I also saw a cool video of a guy who made 30" sanding belts for his HF sander which seemed good for someone like me who doesn't have worn out belts yet but still wants a grit you might only find in automotive sand paper. Thanks again!
Honestly this is one of the best tools you can buy for the shop! So useful and easy to use!!!! Thanks!
Great vid. I got mine from harbor freight. I bought some cheap old pipe wrenches that were rough cast and had forging lines. Then I practiced. My biggest problem is static electricity. Shock the crap out of you over and over. Working on grounding the dang thing now. 52 dollars at harbor freight with coupon. Thanks Scout!
Hi Jacob! I heard the plastic wheels cause that but it only happens with certain belts! I think the better belts stop that problem! Thanks!!!!!!!
@@ScoutCrafter thanks I was worried I was going to have to deal with it for good.
Did learn a lot from this and enjoyed it a lot too. The thing I learned mostly is: I desperately need a belt sander! Thanks Scout!
Hi Alex! Seriously one of the best tools in the shop!!!!!
K.I.S.S. I love it! An acronym I know well! You nerfed out the tool noise! I love you man! Excellent tutorial!
LOL I have learned to live by that awesome acronym! =)
Sometime we all need a refreshment video...
Just to remember something thats at the back of the mind...
Good information, looking forward to putting it into practice. Thanks.
John it is always good to have a tutorial from you!
Thanks so much Matt!!!!
I bought my first belt sander; 1” x 42” last week. A used Rockwell made in USA. Thanks for the tutorial - perfect timing!,
Hi Rick! I guarentee you are going to love that machine! It's so useful for so many projects around the shop! The 1" width allows you to get in spots many other machines don't! Best of luck with the new addition!
This is a wonderful educational tutorial! Thanks SC! You’re the best!
Thanks Scout for the Great tutorial!!....I definitely learned a few things and will taking off the platen on my 1 x 30....I'll be ordering a variety of Belts too experiment with :]
Yes! Toss the platen and the belt guard... =) 220 grit belts when they are new are amazing! =) Thanks!!!
Thanks a Bunch...lots of information there! I'll probably eventually get one, when the need arises. Newk from Kentucky
Hi Newk! I bet it will fast become your favorite tool!!!
When you get one, you will find that the need will arise, and you will wonder why you waited.
Fantastic! I'll bet I'm not the only one hoping to see similar treatment on the wire wheel or buffer. Thank you !!
Hi Frank! I will do separate videos on them!!!!
Great explanation. Thank you.
Great Tips! Thanks!!
Wow great job as usual. I am always impressed at how skilled you are at the belt sander. I sometimes get nervous because I am afraid of going too deep and taking off the manufacturers name and model number off the tool. When are you going to give us another week where you restore something every day?
LOL- You have been here for the full week of videos! =) I am really looking forward to Friday's video! Its a tool review! I don't usually do them but this one look like fun! Hope you enjoy!
Excellent tutorial!
Thanks N!!!
Excellent! And I stay awake for the whole thing. I swear. Thanks
LOL! This was so long I was really apprehensive about it's release, the thing is you have to show it full time or people think they are doing something wrong because it's taking so long! LOL Thanks!!!!!!
Thanks for sharing! Some great tips
Great video Scout!!! Thanks for explaining & demonstrating!!
Fantastic!! Thanks so much for this.
This is exactly what I needed. Thanks John.
Great information for anyone with a shop.
Great video, by a great guy!
I love my 1x30. ❤
Thanks, Scout. There's a lot of good information in that tutorial. - Kathie
Hi Kathie! So glad you made it thru this very long video! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!!
Yeah I'd be very very weary of a 2x72 grinder. I may actually have to get a 1x30 now that I can 'see' why you use the 1x30. Excellent video!!!
The large grinders are awesome at stock removal but need a super soft hand to use for restorations! =) Thanks!!!!!
Man scout the content just gets better and better thanks for sharing your knowledge scout it's great stuff I've learned so much from your videos 👍😎
I do really appreciate that! There are so many people getting interested in this hobby and it's awesome to think of all the old tools that will be saved and used again! Thanks!!!!!!!
@@ScoutCrafter Anytime scout you're very welcome and thank you for sharing your knowledge and very true it's a amazing thing
Great video. Sometimes when I need to back sanding paper or a belt I use a leather pad as my soft pad.
Leather is great because it doesn't transfer heat... Silk would be good too! =)
That was just a fantastic informative “training” video. Thanks so much. Looking forward to more similar videos. Perhaps use of the wire wheels!
Absolutely Frank! Will do!
Great explanation. Thank you for taking the time to make this. Very informative.
Great vid - appreciate the detailed instructions for the belt sander.
Another great video: your training shows are worth developing.
Thanks so much!
Great tutorial Scout - thanks for this.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Lee!!!!!!
Very classy video sir. Thnx for these good tips and tutorials...If someone ask me where to learn this..I will say "from the best"...
Thanks so much Kadir my friend!
Good tutorial John,full of tips👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Super video, thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. I have some hammer heads and pliers I can try it on. Thanks...
Excellent tutorial👍😎🤠
Great video ScoutCrafter. Thanks for sharing.
Vaughn
Thanks Scout!
That was a great video I know what to do but it was good to actually see it :)
I still lean toward the ''vibratory' method. Beat it severely about the head and ears with a nice hammer and most will fall off and the rest will jump off of it's own accord. Goode one CS and very timely!
LOL! Lewie, the face on this hammer was sooooo bad I had to grind off a 1/4" with the trusty angle grinder! I also set off two smoke detectors in the house! LOL
@@ScoutCrafter Just sounds like you had to get serious. It happens sometimes. BLESSINGS CS!
Great video and a good insight to the process cheers
Have you got a defibrillator? Safety Sally has just had a heart attack.
LMAO!!!! To be honest I do get pleasure in seeing the safety Sallys pee their panties! =D
Very useful. Many thanks.
God bless you family and friends Scout... great video you should do some more like that all the Machinery is used not that everybody has all the experience in the world but you always learn something new thank you once again for the video.👍👍👍👍
Hi Reynaldo! These machines are cheap but really can be so useful for so many things!!!!!!
@@ScoutCrafter I know Scout I've seen the them on eBay and everything but they will not ship them to Puerto Rico.
And if they want to ship them they want to charge more than what the machine is worth but I really would like to get one....
Fantastic video. I love your tutorials. I learn a lot. I'm new to the belt sander and I'm always worried the belt is going to come flying off. Does that ever happen?
Hi Brian! Never, however for some reason the coarse belts (below 80) do have a tendency to snap! This is more startling than dangerous! LOL =O =D
@@ScoutCrafterOh cool. Thank you. It's weird how the belt tracks toward the high spot in the rollers. I never realized that.
thanks scout for the info ... hope i didn't miss to much ya right lol .. been real bizzy my garage roof fell in from the stupid snow and i have no help to get my stuff out what i can .. almost lost my grinders and a new sander and more talk soon view when can .. thanks .. †
Hello RK! You are not the only one! The heavy snow and Ice build up this year really took a toll on many roofs!!!!! The bad thing about a steep pitch is you can't walk on it, the good thing is the snow can't really get too deep on it... The good thing is now the weather is breaking and we can make repairs! Thanks!!!
@@ScoutCrafter ... i wish mine is total three car garage gone and no insurance cuzzz i had a crack in foundation ..
Great video !!!
You're the man!
I am currently doing a restoration on a belt sander that is a Pincrest and the motor has the J C Penny on it, I am trying to find a person near me to redo the motor because some of the winding wires insulation crumbled off. The leads not the actual winding, I hope I can get it done, I really want to keep the motor. It actually runs so maybe that will help its case,.,
I have a question about the static charge buildup when using this built sander. I get zapped from the static charge whenever using this tool to cleanup tools. Do you? Is there anything that can be done to eliminate or reduce this?
PS: I look forward to each of your videos. Thanks for each of them.
Can you do a video on the buffer?
I’d like to know the brand and model / number for the 1x30 belt sander and the buffer.
Did you mention the direction of the belt and sander
So I know that this video is 3 years old, but I have a question. I’m getting a Grizzly 1x30 sander and was wondering what grit belts to order. Available -> 60,80,100,120,150,180,220,240,320,400. They offer A/O & ceramic. I assume A/O is best.
I'm about to receive some Japanese Kanna Planes and Chisels and need your input on whether the 1 x 30 with differing grit belts(likecubitron ones) are as effective as utilizing water stones for sharpness. I noticed you didn't use water to cool down grinded metal items is that because the 1 x 30 doesn't create that much heat?
Could the paper towel pad be replaced with an offcut of leather, or a leather 'thimble'. I can already see its very accurate as it is - but then I think, maybe, you make it look easy...
Hi Keith! Anything back there will work as a platin, as long as it is somewhat slippery.. Rubber won't do it! LOL Thanks so much!
I used to use an old leather glove as a steady when I was woodturning. A little carnuba wax would help it glide. Could use a glove for this application too.
That’s another thing I need to get. Not that I never used one though. Awesome video. Btw your comment went to spam on my last video. I have to use my pc to fix it. I don’t want you to think I didn’t respond to your comment. I’ll be able to get to my computer tonight to fix it.
Cliff your last video was genius! You got me so good!!!!!! =D
Lol. I wish I had thought of it for April fools.
Thanks good tips!!!!!!! like the paper towel trick: were do you get your belts ?
Hi Mike the last bunch I got was from Amazon! I look for decent prices and good reviews! LOL Thanks!!!!
Curious about Silicon Carbide vs. Aluminum Oxide. You prefer one over the other?
That's a great question! The usual difference between the abrasives is how long they wear... I fresh 60 Grit belt will be the same on most type belts but the better belts will last much longer! I hear the orange Norton belts are really good but 3X the price... =) Thanks!!!!!
Aluminium oxide is much STRONGER than silicon carbide.
It won't cut as fast grit for grit but will last much longer.
Silicon carbide is a very hard mineral, so will cut much faster, the crystals are however, very brittle, so they break, revealing new, sharp edges. Because of this silicon carbide paper simply looses it's abrasive.
You can add Teacher to your resume 😊 You didn't show getting in the narrow curved section, did you use the sitck in the narrow section? Do you recommend a specific brand of sanding belts? Great video thanks.
Hi Mike! With this hammer head I am going to paint the curved surfaces, so they were only wire brushed. A curve that deep and complex requires some sandpaper wrapped around a dowel and some elbow grease! LOL I've been using the aluminum oxide belts from amazon but I want to try the Norton Orange belts, they are expensive but are supposed to be great! Thanks Mike!