Not complaining, just subscribing. Must've been that restoration of an old oil dispenser and a car jack I watched. *Edit* The first one was this one: th-cam.com/video/R5r8_79x3Z0/w-d-xo.html and the second one was on the same channel.
The spring-loaded knob for D-shaft controls was a popular design in the 30s and 40s. Just about every manufacturer used them, especially RCA. The design was for Bakelite because of its unique properties. It would not do well with setscrews unless the threaded element was a metal insert. It just stripped too easily. But it was quite stable otherwise. Hence the design. It would hold well. Manufacturers had to change designs after the switch to injection-molded plastic. If put under the stress of a spring for long terms they tended to crack or split. So they had to be re-designed. Some used sheet steel inserts that contained their own spring pressure. Setscrews made a comeback (they had been used on the wooden knobs of the 20s with threaded inserts.) Thanks for showing an easy way to copy these things. Many don't know this can be done.
I was that smug ass who thought he could tell which one it was and i was so wrong. That really freaking cool, i need to learn how to cast thing, that seem fun.
I started out looking for 3D printed knobs but this video seems the best way. It uses a common sense approach and doesn't make it harder than it has to be. I am restoring a 40's-50'ish stove and one of the knobs was cracked in half and the rest of them have stress cracks and won't take very much use before they crack too. The knobs are odd shaped, thin oval with a point on the side at the off spot. I will try this. I loved HR Pufnstuf and Sigmund. I had a redheaded, witchnosed neighbor whose nickname was Witchiepoo, as an adult in the 90's. Thanks for everything.
My father in law made several knobs for antique radios. This is one good method. He also built his own injection molding machine. He machined his own does, and made an injector out of a screw type hydraulic ram from an air stair from an aircraft wrecking yard. He also cast knobs like these. Cool stuff!
Positive crazy hobby and very good way to resolve missing knob issue... man... you`re craziest hobbyst that I`ve ever seen... peace man, do what you love
I was going to suggest adding a layer of polish first, but looking at the result I reckon they look better with the scratches being reproduced. I hope you'll stick some of these on eBay, I'm sure some people would love a retro knob for their builds.
Interesting video, thanks. My brother in law does pretty much the same thing, making knobs and parts. Never watched him work on his projects even though he has been doing it for over 30 years. Again. Thanks for posting this video.
Excellent video! ive been tired of the same old maker videos, with the music and the editing always the similar. You get a nice a up close feel, with no music, and you are genuine with your commentary! Love it! Also I too am a fan of old electronics and especially knobs
Yeah, the restoration videos are the worst. No narration, fast forward, lots of rapid hammer tapping and wire brushing.. Only thing worse is the robot narrator videos.
Very nice. It's hard to believe how nice these parts come out. I was going to comment that you should 3d print the knobs but this technique is much better.
Quite possibly the greatest TH-cam video I've ever watched. I stopped to think for a few seconds to make sure that statement was correct but, yeah, greatest TH-cam video I've ever seen. And I've seen a bunch.
This looks like a perfect job for 3d printing. Not the knobs themselves - those copies are far better than that - but for the knob fixing. Drill out a larger hole in the knob (say 10mm rather than 6mm) and print a small cylindrical part that has whichever complex shaped hole you want. Glue B into A.
@@shanerussell7335 ehm ... and how do you get the post out again once the resin has cured :) It won't be like the flexible liquid silicone mold and will totally be 'glued' in there.
@@xConundrumx True. A really complicated post would be stuck, but a simple D-shape would come out easily. Put a thin coat of vaseline on it before pouring the epoxy.
@@shanerussell7335 ah that's a really clever idea! Thanks, should make a note of that. Mind you with the little ridges from the layering you probably want to give it a good sanding too I would guess. So the surface is smooth that is.
Thank you for showing this. I know now how to clone knobs for my vintage RCA radio and record player. You mentioned you had a "collection.' Please take a couple of minutes and show them. I would love to see what you have done and what you have. Again, Thanks.
I've got an RCA tombstone radio. It was missing the guts and sitting at the curb in great shape. I snatched it up and put my modern stereo in it. It's so cool.
Your video showed up in the recommended videos after Adam Savage's armor build. Frikkin' amazing!! I had no idea makers took things to this level. Liked and subscribed. Cheers from B.C.
Well, thanks for this video. Now I have a new channel subscribed and a host of new videos to watch. Oh, and a hankering to silicon mold anything and everything in my house.
You can stick the knobs down using double sided carpet tape and the silicone won't get under them. Also, thanks for keeping the video ad free! I would get the tube tester working myself!
The 60's were even better, make a wonder what it was like the previous century, before electricity, cars, airplanes, radio, tv or computers and children had to rely upon their own imagination's. Our medicine and ease of life is no doubt better today, butch think the quality of life, daily living, no processed foods, and the belonging to a community where as a child everyone knew who you were, and who your parents were! We've gained tremendous things, but also lost and given up the same
Brilliant reproduction. Love the tester board too. In addition I like that you are nuts, funny, and you are willing to share knobs with your Brothers. You have earned my subscription fella.
It's amazing that we have the technology to do all these sorts of repairs these days. So easily that almost anyone can do this stuff at home. It's also sad that barely anyone actually repairs and restores things these days. I still have stuff from the 50's that works great with just a few capacitors being replaced. Yet my new computer monitor had glued in LED's that burnt out after 4 months of use and I can't replace them.
Sigmund and the Sea Monsters? That's so like last century! Great video, another skill I can file away in the dark recesses of my brain for that "just in case I ever need to..." time.
That's Brilliant! I want to change everything with a knob on it to these, volume in the car, diming switches, and so on. I think you're on to something there Wesley!
Good instruction and very entertaining too. So many videos like these drag on with too much commentary but you mixed the action and narration really well.
You are my new best friend. I have a vintage Grand Stove I've redone and didn't know how to do knobs. I 💘 you man. I'm off to by supplies tomorrow. Even more excited about the idea of doing different colors.
So glad to have found you. I just bought a dresser that is missing a tassel style knob. I'm not sure how to separate the tassel from the base yet to cast it, but your video has inspired me to seek out all vintage knobs to cast them. Thank you so much.
I absolutely love how the silicon picks up the tiny surface scratches and makes the new part look just as worn as the originals - a matching set!
5:41
Need to make a vintage lawnmower gear shift handle. I’m going to try this method .
Excellent informative video with a great sense of humour too. Top bloke!
Not sure why this was in my recommended but I'm not complaining
Me either and me either.
Not complaining, just subscribing.
Must've been that restoration of an old oil dispenser and a car jack I watched.
*Edit*
The first one was this one: th-cam.com/video/R5r8_79x3Z0/w-d-xo.html and the second one was on the same channel.
It;s always a pleasure to watch a craftsmen work.
The spring-loaded knob for D-shaft controls was a popular design in the 30s and 40s. Just about every manufacturer used them, especially RCA. The design was for Bakelite because of its unique properties. It would not do well with setscrews unless the threaded element was a metal insert. It just stripped too easily. But it was quite stable otherwise. Hence the design. It would hold well.
Manufacturers had to change designs after the switch to injection-molded plastic. If put under the stress of a spring for long terms they tended to crack or split. So they had to be re-designed. Some used sheet steel inserts that contained their own spring pressure. Setscrews made a comeback (they had been used on the wooden knobs of the 20s with threaded inserts.)
Thanks for showing an easy way to copy these things. Many don't know this can be done.
I was that smug ass who thought he could tell which one it was and i was so wrong. That really freaking cool, i need to learn how to cast thing, that seem fun.
you can tell? no you cant.
*SaitoGray* I could tell that it was the one underneath ! - no I couldn't, I'm just an ass.
i was wondering why the one underneath had a less scratchy look to it
@@michaelkessler3813 no you weren't
Your Grandma oh you false mind readers
I collect old test equiptment, radios, gadgets etc... Now I've collected your much needed subscription. Thanks for having me aboard!
Wesley you teach me so many useful techniques that I'll never use.... thank you!
What a totally informational and entertaining man. I am impressed by his inventiveness.
that turned out way better than i would have expected.
I started out looking for 3D printed knobs but this video seems the best way. It uses a common sense approach and doesn't make it harder than it has to be. I am restoring a 40's-50'ish stove and one of the knobs was cracked in half and the rest of them have stress cracks and won't take very much use before they crack too. The knobs are odd shaped, thin oval with a point on the side at the off spot. I will try this. I loved HR Pufnstuf and Sigmund. I had a redheaded, witchnosed neighbor whose nickname was Witchiepoo, as an adult in the 90's. Thanks for everything.
This was so cool! I can't believe how exact it looked.
The process was cool but the presentation was a LOT cooler! Thanks for making that so fun!
I usually never get impressed, but I am very impressed, nice work Wesley
That is so clever. Especially sanding down the wooden dowel and installing it for the flat. I learned a few things today. Thank you.
My father in law made several knobs for antique radios. This is one good method. He also built his own injection molding machine. He machined his own does, and made an injector out of a screw type hydraulic ram from an air stair from an aircraft wrecking yard. He also cast knobs like these. Cool stuff!
Something about the design of these knob-heads makes me think they are of German manufacture. When was this Tube-Tester built?
Awesome! Thanks for the jokes, singing, learning! And saving that old bit of kit.
Those knobs are little works of art deco loveliness :)
Could the the design of these knob-heads be of German manufacture?
Wesley Treat, sir, you are exactly what makes TH-cam so damn cool.
I have no idea how I ended up watching this... BUT I LOVED IT! Awesome :)
Positive crazy hobby and very good way to resolve missing knob issue... man... you`re craziest hobbyst that I`ve ever seen... peace man, do what you love
I was going to suggest adding a layer of polish first, but looking at the result I reckon they look better with the scratches being reproduced. I hope you'll stick some of these on eBay, I'm sure some people would love a retro knob for their builds.
Interesting video, thanks. My brother in law does pretty much the same thing, making knobs and parts. Never watched him work on his projects even though he has been doing it for over 30 years. Again. Thanks for posting this video.
wesley you are one absolute spiffing chap just found your channel and I'm totally smitten you are an absolute natural
That must be a really satisfying to push that new knob down on that old shaft and find that something you just made fits perfectly...Great video!
That is amazing. Im thoroughly impressed!
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Thanks for the amazing response, everyone!
Excellent video! ive been tired of the same old maker videos, with the music and the editing always the similar. You get a nice a up close feel, with no music, and you are genuine with your commentary! Love it! Also I too am a fan of old electronics and especially knobs
What he said^^^^^
Yeah, the restoration videos are the worst. No narration, fast forward, lots of rapid hammer tapping and wire brushing.. Only thing worse is the robot narrator videos.
Facts. 💯
Fantastic!!! I dabble in ancient electronics too. Now I know how to deal with missing knobs...so long as I have a sample.
never seen a video of yours before, I enjoyed more than I thought I would ..thank you. Also I did not skip :)
haha yeah, same here! I even subscribed! I might even learn a thing or two plus a good laugh hasn't killed ... that many people ...
Same here!
I restore older broadcast mixers, this is just what I needed to see. Thanks!
Very nice. It's hard to believe how nice these parts come out. I was going to comment that you should 3d print the knobs but this technique is much better.
That was great. Even the Sigmond song. Right to the point as well. I really appreciate that.
You've got a new fan here. Can't wat to binge watch.
Quite possibly the greatest TH-cam video I've ever watched. I stopped to think for a few seconds to make sure that statement was correct but, yeah, greatest TH-cam video I've ever seen. And I've seen a bunch.
Great video! Those look fantastic!
I could watch this all day!
This looks like a perfect job for 3d printing. Not the knobs themselves - those copies are far better than that - but for the knob fixing. Drill out a larger hole in the knob (say 10mm rather than 6mm) and print a small cylindrical part that has whichever complex shaped hole you want. Glue B into A.
Karl Fimm or 3D print a post to put into the mold to create the proper hole.
@@shanerussell7335 ehm ... and how do you get the post out again once the resin has cured :) It won't be like the flexible liquid silicone mold and will totally be 'glued' in there.
@@xConundrumx True. A really complicated post would be stuck, but a simple D-shape would come out easily. Put a thin coat of vaseline on it before pouring the epoxy.
@@shanerussell7335 ah that's a really clever idea! Thanks, should make a note of that. Mind you with the little ridges from the layering you probably want to give it a good sanding too I would guess. So the surface is smooth that is.
@@xConundrumx use pva filament and simply soak your cast knob in warm water to dissolve it
It’s rare to see a man who likes working with knobs that much!
Awesome video! I'm really impressed with the result!
Some of the old devices have amazing designs.
Thank you for showing this. I know now how to clone knobs for my vintage RCA radio and record player. You mentioned you had a "collection.' Please take a couple of minutes and show them. I would love to see what you have done and what you have. Again, Thanks.
I've got an RCA tombstone radio. It was missing the guts and sitting at the curb in great shape. I snatched it up and put my modern stereo in it. It's so cool.
First video ive seen from you! MAN I thought I was the only one that had a love for Restoring every nut bolt and knob! THANK YOU!
+ 1 for Sigmund the Sea Monster reference.
There were probably only a handful of people who understood it.
Superb - I can't believe how good of a copy this is! Excellent result!
Man that Tim Sway fella is handsome. Great video, btw. Very well put together. Thanks!!
yeah the guy he circled is very handsome indeed ;-)
Wow that's amazing! Thanks for teaching us knuckleheads something today!
As a vintage collector and restorer myself, I find this video to be excellent! Great job and thanks for showing this. Liked and subscribed.
3:23 Something about the design of these knob-heads makes me think they are of German manufacture.
Thanks for posting this. I also have a passion for old school electrical and electronic gadgets.
Nice work! Always liked retro knobs like that! I need one of them for something, just don't know what yet!
This project / video made me so happy.
Your video showed up in the recommended videos after Adam Savage's armor build.
Frikkin' amazing!! I had no idea makers took things to this level. Liked and subscribed.
Cheers from B.C.
That is some very much needed information. Lots of vintage electronic equipment out there needing replacement knobs. Thanks for sharing!
Well, thanks for this video. Now I have a new channel subscribed and a host of new videos to watch. Oh, and a hankering to silicon mold anything and everything in my house.
_Everything?_
That was very crafty, and I thought you're castings were spot on.
I love the word "minutia".
this guy is freaking hilarious and an excellent presenter.
... You, my trollish friend, have just gained a new sub👍😂😂😂
Wow. That casting was spot on. Nice work.
I really look forward to WT videos.
Wait a second, that wasn't Tim! 😄 Totally doing this for my guitar restore! Great vid!
I think I know what my best friend looks like, David. 😜
You can stick the knobs down using double sided carpet tape and the silicone won't get under them. Also, thanks for keeping the video ad free! I would get the tube tester working myself!
Oh, morse code at the end! ❤ .- - - = wt (nerdy) , old radio operator...
You're the first person to notice!
QSL that.
Problem is I thought the T was a bit short. So almost WE. Was it done by hand or with a keyer?
@@mbaker335 Probably translation software, don't you think? QTH? QTH Lund, Sweden.
That was seriously cool.Great job, I couldn't tell the difference.
Awesome! Well done.
That was really fun to watch and your enthusiastic creativity is catching.
Surgery on a jellyfish! YMMD, thank you.
Brilliant video making. No crappy music, no lacklustre commentary, you clearly know what you're doing and you love doing it. Brilliant!
subscribing SOLELY due to the sigmund and the seamonsters references
Me too. Damn the 70's were a great time to be a kid.
The 60's were even better, make a wonder what it was like the previous century, before electricity, cars, airplanes, radio, tv or computers and children had to rely upon their own imagination's. Our medicine and ease of life is no doubt better today, butch think the quality of life, daily living, no processed foods, and the belonging to a community where as a child everyone knew who you were, and who your parents were! We've gained tremendous things, but also lost and given up the same
Sigmund song and I'm in too! I love it!
The 70s were awesome. I was born in 71. Saturday morning cartoons and pop rocks. Jajajajajajajajajajaja
This was incredibly satisfying to watch.
Spraying a bit of rubbing alcohol on the surface pops all the bubbles instantly...
This sounds interesting -- what you are saying, coat the surface of the knobs with rubbing alcohol? What does that do?
@@Texaca, you didn't watch the video, did you?
But then you couldn't make the fun popping noise... :(
@@Texaca i think he is talking about the bubbles on the green silicone mold. The ones one the knobs are cool because you are cloning an old one.
I can't say nothing, but : Wonderful!!!!
Not something I often ask, but what was you using to clean your knob?
Just your run-of-the-mill 409.✨
Bravo Wesley.
I just looked up "Sigmond the sea monster" . I was born in 1964 so how did I miss that?
I was born years after you and remember watching it every Saturday morning. Those were the days...
Ok, I'm impressed. I can't tell the difference!
5:43, like surgery on a grape
exactly what I was thinking.
Brilliant reproduction. Love the tester board too. In addition I like that you are nuts, funny, and you are willing to share knobs with your Brothers. You have earned my subscription fella.
You’re funny I subbed
+1
Very cool .
Finding vintage knobs is one of the more difficult things with antique electronics. This will come in handy for sure.
I thought I was the only one who sings Sigmund the sea monster theme song
I do 'Clutch Cargo'.
Mate thats the best video on the tube. Great result . Perfect match down to the micro scratches.
Gotta love all those hand fabricated enclosures, I also have a collection of vintage gem style indicators
It's amazing that we have the technology to do all these sorts of repairs these days. So easily that almost anyone can do this stuff at home.
It's also sad that barely anyone actually repairs and restores things these days. I still have stuff from the 50's that works great with just a few capacitors being replaced. Yet my new computer monitor had glued in LED's that burnt out after 4 months of use and I can't replace them.
It's been fun seeing someone play with a knob.
Sigmund and the Sea Monsters? That's so like last century! Great video, another skill I can file away in the dark recesses of my brain for that "just in case I ever need to..." time.
Great job. I couldn’t tell them apart. And I thought for sure that I would.
Thank you Sir. Very nice results and thank you also for including the materials list for the rest of us.
They look GREAT!!
That's Brilliant! I want to change everything with a knob on it to these, volume in the car, diming switches, and so on. I think you're on to something there Wesley!
Thank you for this clear, concise and practical instruction. You give us novices some confidence that we can do it to.
Good instruction and very entertaining too. So many videos like these drag on with too much commentary but you mixed the action and narration really well.
You are my new best friend. I have a vintage Grand Stove I've redone and didn't know how to do knobs. I 💘 you man. I'm off to by supplies tomorrow. Even more excited about the idea of doing different colors.
Be sure to watch some Smooth-On tutorial videos for all the details I didn't cover here.
So glad to have found you. I just bought a dresser that is missing a tassel style knob. I'm not sure how to separate the tassel from the base yet to cast it, but your video has inspired me to seek out all vintage knobs to cast them. Thank you so much.
Great work. I love your solution for the underside of the knob.
I like this guy's swag already
Great video, humor, result and sensitivity (option to skip)!!
My son has been wanting vintage knobs for his guitar 🎸, I'm going to show him your video 👍.
I just discovered your channel and I'm very happy. So nice to see a true craftsman in his world. Thank you.
Incredibly clear, well-lit video. Fun too.