I'm trying out the Mr. Volcano Hero single burner forge. I have a 24 hour wait for the rigidizer to set up before applying the refractory. Excited to play with it
if you have a Tractor Supply near you, they sometimes have anthracite coal. You will still need some lump hardwood charcoal to get it started keep it burning
I used to use a fair amount of anthracite coal in the past. I will stick to charcoal for now since coal can be even messier / smokier. But for sure coal will burn hotter. Thanks.
That might be just right for a smith doing traveling demonstrations, especially if installed on a steel cart and used just as a firepot, as another comment suggests.
Welcome back sir! Our only forge is a old 18 wheeler brake drum, right now have a small microwave fan converted to heat things up but have larger fan we are eventually going to use! Hope you have good time in the US!
I took a similar little coal forge and cut it into a rolling cart. Had to extend the air pipe and make brackets to remount the blower. The bowl is basically the same size as most fire pots but being in the cart I can now have a huge pile of coal and make the fire above the pot. This allows much larger work pieces and yes it welds larger stock easily.
Yes, this forge is not bad at all. Sure it's limited given the size but really makes for some fun on small projects. Thanks for all you've done for me.
Hey i have the same one but what i did was only keep the bowl and i added it to a table and connected it to an electric fan , so prety much i only use the fire pot and it works very well
Hey John, Once I started turning the handle the proper way (it really needs to turn counter-clockwise), it worked very well. I think I can reach forge welding temp with enough charcoal on small pieces. Thanks.
I'm really fascinated by your travels. From Taiwan to Pacific northwest. Are you okay with sharing some of your back story. Why does an east coast guy live in Taiwan ?
I'm sure those bevel gears are cast not cut so there is part of the nasty grind you are getting. Probably an aluminum impeller and has no weight to continue spinning.
Yes, you're spot on. The blower (impeller blades) is so lightweight it doesn't continue spinning. I'll get it oiled well and see if I can improve it some. Thanks for everything.
Great video and what the heck, I like it that much I've ordered one all for myself. I'm looking forward to the next video of you making a set of tongs....I'm hoping you don't conclude the forge sucks!!
Under the proper circumstances it probably could? All it has to do is get the steel hot enough to soften it and the weight of the building does the rest!
Great little forge Glen, you could put that on the back of your scooter and become a travelling blacksmith around Taipei! 🤣
Hey Paul, I'm planning to bring this little forge to Taiwan. I suppose I could also make one but this will fit in my luggage. Thanks.
A flywheel could be added to the crank handle shaft to keep it turning for a while after you stop cranking it.
I think adding something like that would tip it over! I need to properly oil it and that will help. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I'm trying out the Mr. Volcano Hero single burner forge. I have a 24 hour wait for the rigidizer to set up before applying the refractory.
Excited to play with it
Good luck with your forge. Thanks for watching.
i was wondering how those forges worked. might be fun to have one.
I really like this little forge. Thanks Jon.
I am happy to see you and so many people loved our product. This Blower and furnace is manufactured by us, Azad factory, Delhi India.
Hi Ameed, The small forges you guys are making are worth the price. Fun to use... Thanks.
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Hah that brings back memories to my first forge setup. Excited to see the rebar tongs video!!
I used to used charcoal/coal exclusively. So this mini forge brings back good memories. Thanks.
if you have a Tractor Supply near you, they sometimes have anthracite coal. You will still need some lump hardwood charcoal to get it started keep it burning
I used to use a fair amount of anthracite coal in the past. I will stick to charcoal for now since coal can be even messier / smokier. But for sure coal will burn hotter. Thanks.
Love the little forge, look forward to the next video 😊
I'm really enjoying using this mini forge. It's limited but suits me very well. Thanks.
That's a top little forge mate. Enjoy your holiday in the US.
This forge is worth the price. Thanks for all.
Nice Glen. Looking forward to seeing your next video on this. Looks like you planned well for a traveling setup.
This tiny forge is worth the money. I'm surprised how efficient it is. Thanks Jeff.
No matter were you are, you gotta play with fire.... Nice to see
Yes Dan, I always have to find a way... Hammering on things calms me down, really... Thanks for your support.
I have one of those put a grease port in the oil port it will run smoother 😊
This one has three oil ports - just need to get the right oil. Thanks for sharing.
That might be just right for a smith doing traveling demonstrations, especially if installed on a steel cart and used just as a firepot, as another comment suggests.
Hey Bryson, Perfectly said. This would make a great, small fire pot. I may alter it some. Thanks.
Welcome back! The new forge looks pretty small but that’s “no hill for a stepper.”
Hey Robert, This tiny forge punches above its weight. Sure it's limited but I'm really enjoying this "all-in-one" setup. Thanks for your support.
Welcome back sir! Our only forge is a old 18 wheeler brake drum, right now have a small microwave fan converted to heat things up but have larger fan we are eventually going to use! Hope you have good time in the US!
That's sweet. I love it when old things get reused for some completely different purpose like that. I bet it probably works great as a forge also.
@@keithyinger3326 so far only tested few times but it will make 1/2 square bar glow bright with some dried out popular 🙂
This mini forge is a good option. Sure it's limited but it works for small stuff. Thanks.
great, now i can finally start forging inside my apartment. Thanks!
I took a similar little coal forge and cut it into a rolling cart. Had to extend the air pipe and make brackets to remount the blower.
The bowl is basically the same size as most fire pots but being in the cart I can now have a huge pile of coal and make the fire above the pot.
This allows much larger work pieces and yes it welds larger stock easily.
I was thinking you could use it as a fire pot also
That's good thinking on your part. It's very limited when just using this as is. Thanks for sharing.
For sure. I might do something similar and alter this mini forge.
You've got a pretty decent set up in Taiwan. It's not the best,but it's not the worst.
It keeps your hobby going,and growing
After being here and with little tooling during this trip, my Taiwan setup seems not too bad.
That things pretty sweet!
Yeah tyler, I'm really liking this mini forge. Thanks.
did it work better after you turned the blower the right way?
Yes, absolutely. It needs to be turned in one specific direction to work properly.
Hey Glen, that's really cool.
Yes, this forge is not bad at all. Sure it's limited given the size but really makes for some fun on small projects. Thanks for all you've done for me.
WOW...very cool. Are you visiting or working and visiting on your North West property? Have fun!
Yeah robert, I've bene doing exactly that. Busier on the property than I imagined. But I'm having fun. Thanks for all...
Way to go Glenn great video 🤙
I like this mini forge. A pleasure to use and once I get it set up better, should be even more fun. Thanks.
I have the same forge and recently shaped my first knife. Excited to make other tools.
How’s it going? I’m definitely considering buying one. Amazon?
Noticed what looked like a latch on one side of the pot. Is there a top, or other attachment?
I'm not exactly sure what those three latches / hooks are for. Maybe to add something on top? Who knows... Thanks for watching.
Hey i have the same one but what i did was only keep the bowl and i added it to a table and connected it to an electric fan , so prety much i only use the fire pot and it works very well
I'm thinking of doing the same. As is, it's fairly limited but used as fire pot should be a big upgrade. Thanks for watching and sharing.
Amazing!! where do I get one of these little beauty things?
I bought this mini forge on Etsy. I feel it's well worth the price. Thanks.
Hi Glenn, I've seen these on E bay and been toying with the idea of getting one maybe? Thanks for reviewing one!
Hi Frank, Got mine on Etsy and feel it's worth the cost. Just fun to use on small projects. Thanks.
Salut Glen tu fais un bon voyage j'espère.
Thanks Adem. I'm having a good trip. Back to Taiwan soon.
The small hole between the handle and the first cog must be for oil? at 1min.48 to 1min.54 there is a second hole over the cogs
Hi John, Yes, there are three oil ports on this small forge blower. I'll show those in my next video. Thanks.
Actually looks pretty kuul! Glad you got it in. Now you can have some Forge time therapy!
Blessings now
Crawford out 🙏🔥⚒️🧙🏼♂️
Hey Crawford, For sure forge time is therapy for me - calms me down. Thanks.
I need that baby too! Would you kindly provide link to the place where you bought it?
Was thinking the same thing.
Look on Ebay, under blacksmithing tools Currently starting at $112 USD and up.
@@shadetreeforge can't find it, link please?
Hi there, I bought it on Etsy. Worth the cost in my opinion. Thanks.
Hey Glen, I got it on Etsy. Thanks.
Not a bad looking setup Glen, how did it work with bagged charcoal?
Hey John, Once I started turning the handle the proper way (it really needs to turn counter-clockwise), it worked very well. I think I can reach forge welding temp with enough charcoal on small pieces. Thanks.
crank the correct direction and it work much better
Supper cool.
Thanks Glen
I'm really fascinated by your travels. From Taiwan to Pacific northwest. Are you okay with sharing some of your back story. Why does an east coast guy live in Taiwan ?
I'm sure those bevel gears are cast not cut so there is part of the nasty grind you are getting. Probably an aluminum impeller and has no weight to continue spinning.
Yes, you're spot on. The blower (impeller blades) is so lightweight it doesn't continue spinning. I'll get it oiled well and see if I can improve it some. Thanks for everything.
Would Coke make less embers???
You have to turn it the other way
Great video and what the heck, I like it that much I've ordered one all for myself. I'm looking forward to the next video of you making a set of tongs....I'm hoping you don't conclude the forge sucks!!
Hey Richard, I hope you find your tiny forge as useful as I find mine. And the more I use this, the more I like it. Thanks for your support.
Why do you sound like the Scout from TF2?
So charcoal can get steel up to forge welding temps but JeT fU3l cAnT MeLt sT33l 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
ya well you know....wind.
Under the proper circumstances it probably could? All it has to do is get the steel hot enough to soften it and the weight of the building does the rest!
Interesting... But for sure I can reach welding temp on small pieces with this tiny forge and enough charcoal.
@@gstongs Agreed. Waste fuel forges are a thing. Kerosene launches rockets when you add enough oxygen. It'll melt steel too.
do you rember Ken & Barbthe dolls That forge was made for Ken!.............Be well and be safe.........
Hey my friend, Haha! That's a good one. I really appreciate everything / your big support. I'll be in touch soon enough... Thanks bill.