Machining a Custom Prop Shaft Part 1
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 เม.ย. 2020
- We put to work using that custom steady rest mount using it to help machine a custom prop shaft. This shaft is being developed for a mud motor, one of those hand operated outboard boat motors commonly seen on boats used in swampy areas. This is a custom designed shaft and will serve as a prototype.
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Most of us watch all your vids regardless of content because you deserve it. But this is why we are here. Old school machine work. Love it.
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Adam...I have been watching your show for several months now. Never had an interest in machining until now. Only problem, I am 82 but I sure enjoy watching you work.
Way to go pops.
I like that you treat every project like it's for NASA.
Professionalism is a great habit.
I am a disabled individual and i get so much satisfaction to see you work. great work...
Not sure if it's just me but it seems like you are taking more time to explain and teach. I like it. Thank you
Your attention to detail never ceases to amaze. “I made this bushing so the work wouldn’t have rub marks from the steady rest” and “ I installed brass tipped set screws so as not to mar the work.” All that preliminary work just to turn out a better product for the customer. And, you bbq.
I enjoy your channel Adam and I also see everyone is a journeyman machinist in the comments section. Why do I always make the mistake of looking at the comments in Adam and Keith’s videos? Although it is a good reminder of why I don’t post any woodworking videos. Everyone is an expert on the World Wide Web, sitting on the toilet with Cheeto stains on their shirt, thumbing through videos on their phone and posting negative comments. What a way to exist...
A small family machine shop kept food on the table at my house when I was a kid; thank you Adam, for taking the time to film these videos for us to learn from and enjoy. I’ve got mad respect for your craft.
Ive a small workshop in the UK, a hobbyist with small mill, shaper and Myford S7. I watch you because I learn so much. There are a ton of wannabe machinists on TH-cam but you are the real deal. A professional who knows hat hes doing. Thank you.
I dont get who would dislike your videos amazing job Adam
I went back into the machine shop recently after about 6-7 years away. We do a lot of hydraulic cylinder repairs including making new rods, pistons, and barrels. First screw thread I cut in around 8 years was an M42 x 1.5 for both internal and external on a cylinder rebuild for the rod and piston. Came out first time with zero backlash. I am so happy to be back in the machine shop. 2 months in now and it t is going very well.
It felt so satisfying to screw that piston on and have it feel the way it did. A real confidence booster to throw myself back into it and confirmed I still know what I'm doing after all these years.
watching your videos for so long inspired me to go to college and major in precision machining. I really enjoy this stuff
I am happy that there is no background music, only human and machine sound. Thanks.
I was literally in another tab googling what is a spring pass when you start telling me what a spring pass is. Love the channel, very cool knowledgeable humble guy. Keep it up!
I like the way this man presents his vids clearly without being over technical and no BS, very interesting.
Skilled trades are what made America great. PLEASE bring them back as an education option.
This made me laugh. We get machines from America that are shoddy. But not all machines are shoddy though.
This man really knows his stuff!!! I really like how he used the bushings and supports, and adjusted them to cente& true-up the shaft within 0.0005" , the radius tool to relieve the stress riser that was at the base of the threads & shoulder, and the way he frequently used the micrometers, dial indicators & thread pitch & diameter gauges .... Hopefully the customer will come back to HIM For any other Machining work that needs to be done... He is AWESOME!!!
Another example of clear, understandable dialogue. Really enjoyed, especially the threading portion. I carried a Journeyman Gas fitter card for 24 years. Thanks
Watching these videos is mesmerizing and relaxing! Thank you!
That DoAll mill really is a do all mill!
“You want me to hold the steady rest”? Ok bolt it on.
That shaft so far is a thing of beauty, watching you threading is art right there. Thanks for sharing this.
Abom videos are a must viewing for those wanting to be machinists. Excellent instructions & how to tips.
I’ve been machining for a long time, and this is the first time I’ve seen someone put a steady rest on a knee mill for the lathe. Genius!!! I will remember this trick! Awesome
It is never boring watching the detail of initial set up. I find it interesting to see how to get that last half a thou into alignment. It is those details that make a difference between a machinist and a master machinist.
Making good use of all the right tools! Telling me how to use them is spot on and I always learn stuff from you. Thanks!
I started watching this many months ago & we had storm that tool out our power and this evening i ran across it again & love watching your work I'm headed to pt. 2 now !
Abom79, An exceptional skillful machinist and instructor.
Magnificent video. I will never machine, but your precision and preparation translate across every discipline and art. You are a remarkable teacher buddy.
There are machinists out there who haven't got the discipline in them and it's fairly obvious when you observe them and see their final product.
Adam. Whenever I want to see relatively heavy manufacturing I return to your channel. Thank you for helping me and others living through this lockdown.
Great job. I machined for 39 years. Still love watching it.
Sweet video to spend the evening with before bed. I see Keith Rucker's stoker engine case in the background. I can't wait to see how you clamp, reference, and cut that job. Stay safe, and thank you for helping to keep me (and probably more than a few of the viewers) sane during this difficult time.
thank you Adom for the usfulness of this video so glad you are around.
When you spoke about tightening all three pinions of your Lathe Chuck, It reminded me that I always tell my customers to tighten all three holes on ANY size Drill Chuck. Does it make a difference...? YES..! It's mentioned in every JACOBS Catalog and I was also taught to do it in Tech School.
Made one almost like that out of stainless but the prop had a taper in it. The owner was happy and so was I. Taper fit well. I like your set up, everything nice a controlled, no room for error.
Glad to see you're back to the nitty-gritty of machining. Keep up the good work, Adam.
Outstanding setup and machine work...creative use of bushings and indicating...beats the hell out of travel videos.
It's good to see an old pro in action! You have given me some new ideas.
An excellent, excellent video Adam. Thank you so much for all the details about speeds, inserts, etc., it is very helpful
Adam, I like the way that you went into such detail about how to align the shaft in the center rest. Using the Starrett level, and lifting the shaft and settling it back down on the fingers of the center rest to check the bending moment..... That showed good sensitivity, and it was so cool!!!
Such amazing craftsmanship that comes out of your shop I learn something new every time
Good work , finished product looks great and your narration is easy to listen to and without arrogance .
I really like the fact that you don't skip anything out. We get to see the full process and understand what's going on
Yes. This is the best way to learn. He could be a teacher in collage. He really enjoyed his work. And he is a really nice guy.
Clever fixturing. Very cool tips Adam. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.
6:08... omg that is Genius!! Going to make some of our lathes now. That’s a great idea so much more better than stuffing shop rags in the headstock and roller v stand. We make roller shafts for the paper printing that prints 72” wide and 30-80,000 feet rolls but the idler roller have 3/4” inch shaft with bearings. Awesome!!!
I like the way you do things properly. Ive been doing this kind of work for 30yrs + without this kind of precision. Always just had to do it quickly and at a cost . Makes me want to be more professional.. 👌👌👌
Excellent technique Adam, great to see.
Thanks for sharing and stay safe all.
Great work Adam. Great setup on long parts. Thank you for sharing.
hi adam, i have just completed a new cross slide feed nut for my kerry 11/24 lathe, i could never have attempted this without your knowledge, tips , and tricks, you are an amazing machinist and a true gent, i am forever in your debt, thankyou. phil.uk/
It’s great to watch a craftsman at his work just beautiful .
Thats awesome! I make bushings to hold the end shafts in my lathe and i never thought about a spider. You take it to the next level and i want to say thanks. Its a cool trick i will be using in my future projects. A+
Great work as always Adam.
Everything you do is considered carefully, precisely and carried out to perfection. Top work, a true master craftsman, your Dad and Grandad would be very proud. 👌
I know next to nothing about machining, so gripes from me. I love your vids and I could watch you true up things on the lathe all day. It amazes me how accurate you can be.
I really like how you explain what you're doing and why, Iam just learning and I really enjoy watching your work. Thanks for sharing!
Love the way you show case your work photography is excellent
Attention Keith Fenner! Adam can't take the belt from you, so he's trying to steal your shafting work! LOL
Absolutely excellent episode. Calm and clear explanation of each step. I love this stuff!
I can't help noticing the care you take for your tools. Very important I think.
I love that style micrometer, I have a few old Tesa's that are like that. The mechanism is constant source of joy. A joy for life as it where.
Hi Adam, I have been watching your channel for over three years now and that was the ultimate Covid19 lockdown therapy. Thank you from the UK.
Glad to see the steady rest being put to work so soon!
Hi Adam, thanks for taking us along whith this project, great set up,and atention to detail as usual, just another example of how good a machinist, and engineer you are. Word of mouth should keep you in a lifetime of work, your that good. Best wishes to you and your's, stay safe, Stuart.uk.
That chuck is beautiful. Loving these videos. Great work sir!
I just happened onto your aute the otger day, the 1st vidoe i watched of yours was the spray welding, only heard of it but never seen it done until i watched you video on it. Please keep making them i love your channel and love rhe old school feel of it. I am a certified welder, actually dont work anymore got hurt so im on disability, but love your channel. Keep up the great work
You explain everything so well!
I do this type of work all the time. I like that sleeve idea you used. Many times the machines at my work have a too big steady rest. I'm going to steal your idea and make up few sleeves! I make a lot of different pump shafts anywhere between 10 and 12 feet. Thanks for the vid! Only thing I didn't like was seeing you put your left arm over the chuck when using the file.
"A good way to get it level is to actually use a level" wise words.
Also reversing any level will note any error in the level
Like the setup explanation.
Watching chips fly... that's just a bonus!
Good job on the threading and accurate turning .
That's some fancy high dollar action right there. I'm dating myself but....Going on 40 years ago, when a long rod support was needed to keep it stabilized. We just C-clamped a Vee Cut pallet plank to the inside of our heavy 55gal chip barrel to support the shaft and let'r ride there! Sometime we would clamp another board over the top of the Vee to make sure it didn't escape and whip around. :)
adam, always a pleasure to watch your work. you do the video thing PERFECTLY. you dont hide the work. you do the running commentary supreamly. then you show preppy things, like making jigs, fixtures, dies, ect! BRAVO poppy's workshop says HI
l am an old man now can't do s rite now but....l love watching you do your fine work....Thanks Atom....!
Another great video of a job well done. Looking forward to the next part.
Abom might not do it the way everyone does, but I don’t know if I’d ever think he’s just plain wrong about anything he says... I’m not a machinist, but I know when I see something that’s not easy looking pretty easy, then this man is a true craftsman that knows his trade...
It’s a pleasure watching work, as always, Adam!
NICE JOB, THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME!!!
U definitely put pride in your work the. Younger generation needs to take some pointers
I have to admit - putting such a rod into a CNC lathe without as much if not more stabilisation work would not be able to give you such results , especially the patience and nice finish thanks to well coordinated even movement is remarkable and something I need to lern some more for manual lathe work
Yes, I believe you about the scroll! That's why they put three stations on those chucks. As far as Iscar inserts go, They're
the best! Lotsa grades and chip breakers and multiple coatings. Nice job with the steady!
Nice to have a “camera crew”, isn’t it? 😎👍
Stay safe and stay healthy.
Thanks,
John
Nice job! Making it look easy again.
That’s the skill isn’t it. Effortless. Never happens in my world because I’m not skilled
wow, ingenious setup with the spider and whole support bit. brilliant
Great video, nicely explained.
Perfection as usual! Thank you Sir.
A toolmark away from perfection . I'd call that a win!
Love your videos!!! Thank you very much
That’s a quick solid way to machine long shafts, very nice. Just did the same basic setup between my Haas lathe and Haas mill. Only difference is I didn’t have the luxury of raising the knee.
I could binge all weekend on this stuff!
You are a genius sir!
Another Awesome Abom bit of machining, looking forward to part 2.
Keep up the excellent videos Adam!
We've always used Sandvik 2205 for fishing boat prop shafts up to 4" diameter ,it machines beautifully.
Love the content and commentary! Thanks, Abom!
A lot of precision setup before beginning the machining...looks good cool
Another great video Adam! Can't wait to see part 2 and the finished product! Keep up the great work!
This video is just excellent. Thanks very much!
You can hear the pride and satisfaction in your voice- a problem well solved. you can't really put a price on that. thanks, as always, for sharing.
never seen how you handle long stock like that.. very interesting and very informative. Thanks Adam!
Another good one, thanks Adam.
Great job on the "set-up" you are so informative.
Thank you for sharing you knowledge
Wow, my big thing is boats. I have 5. Live to watch Abom so when I saw prop shafts and machining its a must watch!!! Gung-ho!
Thanks for that ! teaching and learning go hand in hand ! all the best ,from Rarotonga , i am stuck out out in the Pacific ! you make every project for your subscribers .to learn from .
Awesome as always! Thanks!