DIY Mobile Bandsaw Mill Part 3 Bottle Jack Tensioner

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  • Опубліковано 11 лют 2021
  • This week i have been busy fixing my van for its MOT, but i did manage to get the tensioner and tracking system done on the mill. im really pleased with how its turned out.
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  • @duanedibbley7846
    @duanedibbley7846 3 роки тому +85

    HELL YEAH, NEW VIDEO FROM THE MAN THAT CAN!!

    • @codemonkey2k5
      @codemonkey2k5 3 роки тому +4

      That's a great title and if anyone is worthy of that on a tee-shirt it's Kris.

    • @luxurypropertieslondon5098
      @luxurypropertieslondon5098 3 роки тому

      Willy wonka was the man that can. The candy man can.

    • @SSingh-nr8qz
      @SSingh-nr8qz 3 роки тому

      "The Man That Can"... He needs to start a merch store with that slogan.

  • @SSingh-nr8qz
    @SSingh-nr8qz 3 роки тому +34

    Ahhh the cut and stomp. 1:05 An ancient time tested technique used by all builders. Instant thumbs up!

  • @nick.caffrey
    @nick.caffrey 3 роки тому +15

    I have absolutely NO DOUBT that Kris will make a perfect bandsaw mill. When you partner skill, intelligence, and joy, there can be only one outcome. You light up my Fridays, man!

  • @jaypeeters
    @jaypeeters 3 роки тому +77

    I dont understand why someone would say... that or that is not going too work.. this guy built his house out of mud and twigs. Built his own windmill and hydro system. And it's all still there and working. I would give him the benefit of the doubt 😂.

    • @nick.caffrey
      @nick.caffrey 3 роки тому +1

      Pure understatement!

    • @Davidnumber23
      @Davidnumber23 3 роки тому +3

      there's always some guy that will tell you a spirit level is out

    • @paulgeorge150
      @paulgeorge150 3 роки тому +2

      @@Davidnumber23 I am sure Kris’s contraption will work as good as a pre bought one, the only difference is Kris’s is certainly well built than those mass produced ones.

    • @Davidnumber23
      @Davidnumber23 3 роки тому +1

      @@paulgeorge150 yeah he is a practical man who fully grasps everything he gets stuck into with the courage of his convictions.

    • @SSingh-nr8qz
      @SSingh-nr8qz 3 роки тому +3

      Well said. Many people who say such things have NEVER created anything in their lives. Their lives are based on being snarky and pointing the failings of others becuase they have nothing they have built themselves or too scared to fail in things outside their comfort zone. I respect a man that goes out into the world and fails, than a person playing it safe and never doing anything. I'm a gadget guy myself. I suspect many people who sub to this channel are on some level. We try stuff. it works or fails, but that is not the point. We improve our understanding with each failure or over engineering adventure. It is that love of figuring things out that drives us.

  • @dangerousdave771
    @dangerousdave771 3 роки тому +9

    Keyboard warriors mate, just scroll on past. Awesome job as always.

  • @steveblack1210
    @steveblack1210 3 роки тому +3

    As usual very impressive. So glad I stumbled onto Kris's channel.

  • @bazmanj
    @bazmanj 3 роки тому +51

    This channel continues to be amazing, following Kris in his adventures is so much fun.

    • @whirled_peas
      @whirled_peas 2 роки тому +2

      What's more amazing is that Dewalt drill making it this far.

  • @dylantrinder1571
    @dylantrinder1571 3 роки тому +10

    What a beast! I'm loving this project Kris, thanks so much for keeping us all up to date.

  • @susanbell2771
    @susanbell2771 3 роки тому +6

    IT WORKS Yay, love seeing how much pleasure you get from solving these technical issues, living your best life as always, pleasure to watch

  • @Tony-Elliott
    @Tony-Elliott 3 роки тому +2

    Great work again Kris

  • @Rattus-Norvegicus
    @Rattus-Norvegicus 3 роки тому +22

    11:40 BEHOLD! The Hat of Warmth!

    • @SSingh-nr8qz
      @SSingh-nr8qz 3 роки тому +3

      LOL that hat must have a R_value of R-50

  • @TheNoiseFamily
    @TheNoiseFamily 3 роки тому +1

    What's up with people commenting on stuff won't work. If you've followed Kris long enough, everything he does is considered in his approach to engineering his projects. If he hits an issue with design he fixes them. All power to him and his ingenuity and determination to make his own mill from scratch. Peace x

  • @kenleach2516
    @kenleach2516 3 роки тому +6

    Dinner can wait until after any of your videos, love watching how much you record so well. Why make your own mill, because you can aye!

  • @gb8014
    @gb8014 3 роки тому +2

    I really don’t want to wait a week for an update. This is too good. Thanks for the content kris,you motivate me with each video you make.

  • @stevencramer2070
    @stevencramer2070 3 роки тому +1

    The gift that keeps on giving. Thanks Kris, 👍

  • @flowerstone
    @flowerstone Рік тому

    This is great. Bottle jack is fine. You can’t have give in the blade. Belts on the pulleys is exactly how it’s done. The drive pulley is a bit high as you mentioned. Doesn’t seem to be a problem though. A UHMW scraper on the ends of the carriage will keep the track clear. WoodMizer uses them. It’s what I have. Keep moving forward. 😁

  • @claytonnicholson4639
    @claytonnicholson4639 3 роки тому +1

    Not sure why people would doubt this guy, I don't think I've seen him REALLY fail at anything yet. And when he does have set-backs, he perseveres! Keep up the fabulous content Kris.

  • @villain1409
    @villain1409 3 роки тому +2

    Of course it is going to work Chris,it is you that is building it! That is why it is going to work,i also watched a man build one out of wheels & that also worked.

  • @lemagreengreen
    @lemagreengreen 3 роки тому +6

    Ingenious use of a bottle jack! they're handy things :)

  • @andypandytangerine3044
    @andypandytangerine3044 3 роки тому +16

    Excellent! I’ve been waiting for your update, brilliant work lad 😁👍 I also want to know how you have a 100 yrs of knowledge in your young brain 😉

    • @jessjulian9458
      @jessjulian9458 3 роки тому

      That would be called reading and taking to old timers.

  • @carstenk2552
    @carstenk2552 3 роки тому +4

    Can't wait to see your projekts in the spring. Keep up the good work!

  • @florianv
    @florianv 3 роки тому +5

    This man can do anything! Love your videos mate!

  • @EastLondonKiwi
    @EastLondonKiwi 3 роки тому +14

    That saw is looking awesome Kris. It won't be long now and you'll be milling some serious volumes of lumber. you'll need log grapples for your tractor forks and possibly a skidder plate with winch next.

    • @dismafuggerhere2753
      @dismafuggerhere2753 3 роки тому +3

      he'll likely think about building them himself

    • @robinheil
      @robinheil 3 роки тому +1

      He's way ahead of you, mate:
      ua-cam.com/video/U7OhXLdP5m4/v-deo.html

  • @Richie8a8y
    @Richie8a8y 3 роки тому +1

    If I’m honest I’ll have to watch this a good few times to begin to grasp all the technicalities. In the meantime it’s great to see you’re getting along Kris.
    The sound of the wind at the end! The hat of warmth is earning its name for sure! 🥶 Good on you Dot!

  • @RosaStringWorks
    @RosaStringWorks 3 роки тому

    That design looks vaguely familiar to me. Lol love your tensioner might have to copy that

  • @domw3239
    @domw3239 3 роки тому

    Not sure why anyone doubts you in the comments anymore you have proven time and time again that you know what you're doing.
    Everyone just needs to sit back and relax. He's got this.

  • @ade63dug
    @ade63dug 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome plan . The Laughing when the blade went for a walk was exactly what I would have done . Love the Jamiroquai hat . I can sort some service kit for that engine when I drop off the bits . Keep doing what you are doing . love it . Cheers Ade.

  • @mikestinyshedofdreams
    @mikestinyshedofdreams 3 роки тому

    A lot of people say a lot of things can't be done, and they never try.
    That's a nice machine and well worth the effort, think of all the lovely boards you will cut!

  • @robinheil
    @robinheil 3 роки тому +1

    You keep outdoing yourself! Awesome to be a part of the journey. Be careful with that drill press

  • @jangrahame4891
    @jangrahame4891 3 роки тому +1

    You are an awesome example of reuse innovation! I have thoroughly enjoyed your channel since you laid your round house foundation.

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian 3 роки тому +1

    So satisfying when a plan comes together. 👍🙂

  • @georgesmith6891
    @georgesmith6891 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome job Kris! Not long before the chips fly, looking forward to the next update. Stay safe and healthy out there. Cheers!

  • @TheDaf95xf
    @TheDaf95xf Рік тому

    Hi 👋🏻 Kris. Love your enthusiasm 👍🏻

  • @Redsammeh
    @Redsammeh 3 роки тому +1

    Excited to see this done, to see what sort of wood you'll mill up, and what sort of projects you'll make with it!

  • @rtaylor616
    @rtaylor616 2 роки тому

    Just started watching your channel, really enjoy the stuff you do. Glad you don’t listen to the comments!

  • @migueljose2944
    @migueljose2944 2 роки тому

    I have a bandsaw mill, 8 years now, very frustrated with the tensioner and the blade guides. Your system looks very good! I might try and copy some to fix mine. Thank you again.

  • @crvtecwagon
    @crvtecwagon 3 роки тому

    I definitely doubted your skills watching your videos, once, a few years ago, I continue to be impressed with the ingenuity and creativeness with reused or cheap materials. It helps remind me that we have infinite ways to create, why get stuck with "the way".

  • @MistaJayRo
    @MistaJayRo 3 роки тому +1

    This is gonna be one sweet machine! Great work Kris. Always a joy to watch you going :)

  • @ACO-Amy
    @ACO-Amy 3 роки тому

    I'm not sure how people doubt you. Obviously you prove them wrong every time! 🙂 Awesome job Kris!

  • @bespokefencing
    @bespokefencing 3 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed this video, I've been building a mill in my head for twenty years+.
    Looking forward to seeing your mill working!👍

  • @slump75
    @slump75 3 роки тому

    Steady progress. Good episode. 👍

  • @realamerican6101
    @realamerican6101 3 роки тому +1

    I want a saw like that and very nice work Kris it will make things easy for you on your land !

  • @garrettthornton3086
    @garrettthornton3086 3 роки тому +1

    Looks awesome-so cool to follow along with your progress!

  • @greglambert2576
    @greglambert2576 2 роки тому

    Just subscribed. You are truly living the dream my man.

  • @bobmclaughlin8633
    @bobmclaughlin8633 3 роки тому +1

    can't wait to see it actually cut some lumber. Good job.

  • @backdownontheboat6038
    @backdownontheboat6038 3 роки тому

    I wish I had a tenth of your energy. Great work as usual.

  • @spacemike800
    @spacemike800 2 роки тому

    I enjoy how those guys say do it myself and they use a lot of modern materials and tools )))
    But over all its very cool anyway!!!

  • @thegit8698
    @thegit8698 3 роки тому

    Well done Kris, I love seeing you prove people wrong, you are definitely a can do will do type 👍

  • @Ty-dt8xv
    @Ty-dt8xv 3 роки тому +1

    I greatly enjoy your videos and very highly admire and respect you! God has certainly blessed you keep doing what you were doing 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

  • @matrimhelmsgaard
    @matrimhelmsgaard 3 роки тому +1

    Nice progress Kris. its gonna work wonders!

  • @kevinfisher1632
    @kevinfisher1632 3 роки тому

    you still amaze me with what you know and what you do to keep life off grid better than life in a city....encore Kris

  • @SilverGoth
    @SilverGoth 3 роки тому +6

    How many of you hit "Like" before you even watch Kris' videos? 👍🏻

  • @johnmooney3258
    @johnmooney3258 3 роки тому +1

    Well done kris, another fantastic video. Very talented. Top class. 👍🏻👌👏.

  • @freedomseedproperties1678
    @freedomseedproperties1678 2 роки тому

    Love the way your mind works.

  • @jimmyalexandrou5732
    @jimmyalexandrou5732 3 роки тому +13

    Dear Kris hello from Cyprus, i have been watching you from the begining dont lisen to all this nagative feed back from all this idiots out there you have done and doing a briliant job.

  • @becca318
    @becca318 3 роки тому

    Can't wait to see it finished and in use! 🙋‍♀️🐴🍃

  • @chetleonard169
    @chetleonard169 2 роки тому

    Great Job. I've wanted to build one myself. I'll be following your example

  • @joegee1699
    @joegee1699 3 роки тому +14

    Excellent! Also, THAT'S a real hat!

    • @DeterminedDIYer
      @DeterminedDIYer 3 роки тому +1

      He said Dot made it for him. :)

    • @patman9990
      @patman9990 3 роки тому +2

      Not just a simple a hat, but a safetyhelmet

    • @luxurypropertieslondon5098
      @luxurypropertieslondon5098 3 роки тому +1

      Dotty made it him so no other woman look at him. Just kidding its lovely 😍😊

  • @brodie245
    @brodie245 3 роки тому

    Bro. That gnome hat is wild.

  • @duffman825
    @duffman825 3 роки тому +1

    Well done !

  • @luxurypropertieslondon5098
    @luxurypropertieslondon5098 3 роки тому

    Your doing an amazing job pal. Can't wait to see it in action 👍👍👍👍😉

  • @themudhutt1
    @themudhutt1 3 роки тому +7

    How on earth do you line up threads 😳
    You live in a wonderous world .
    Fascinating to watch

    • @Rattus-Norvegicus
      @Rattus-Norvegicus 3 роки тому +3

      Thread a bolt through before welding.

    • @WhiskeyGulf71
      @WhiskeyGulf71 3 роки тому

      Better way to do it is to line up the three nuts then weld the nuts & then tap the plate through the nuts. Personally i’d have welded on some threaded metal blocks instead of nuts, there would have been no need for expensive tig welding that way.

  • @johnbarnas879
    @johnbarnas879 3 роки тому

    Kris is the go-to guy for "sorting things out".

  • @gazza2963
    @gazza2963 3 роки тому

    epic mate. Any who thinks this wont work needs the head seeing to, they obviously haven't seen your previous work and what a fantastic off grid engineer you are. Let them be negative, all comments help the YT algo. Really loving the Hat. Hi to Dot

  • @Totial
    @Totial 3 роки тому

    Looks amazing! Im excited to see it working :D

  • @stephenconway6794
    @stephenconway6794 3 роки тому

    Well done, I was looking forward to you posting progress.

  • @zuupcat
    @zuupcat 3 роки тому

    I really don‘t yet understand how all of those parts will be working together later but it is so interesting to watch you build it!

  • @robertreid7221
    @robertreid7221 3 роки тому

    Kris, you da man. The can do man. brilliant stuff 👏

  • @bobfromtheband1
    @bobfromtheband1 3 роки тому

    Perfect Kris, looking forward to the big day.

  • @markschattefor6997
    @markschattefor6997 3 роки тому

    Nice start for the weekend, I love to watch how plans come together, ( or something like that) ;-)

  • @robadams2831
    @robadams2831 3 роки тому

    I am getting ready to build my own bandsaw mill lot of great tips Thanks very much.

  • @ironleatherwood1357
    @ironleatherwood1357 3 роки тому

    Great job bud from Tennessee!

  • @kaybouie1972
    @kaybouie1972 3 роки тому

    great job and loving the voice over👍🏾

  • @sinamos3945
    @sinamos3945 3 роки тому

    I love your build!

  • @jessjulian9458
    @jessjulian9458 3 роки тому

    Exactly why I don't give advice to you. I know that you will always make it happen. You should ignore people who think they know better than you. Seems like they would learn to just enjoy the video keep quiet. Unless they have positive and useful information to share. Thanks for sharing my friend.

    • @andymccabe6712
      @andymccabe6712 3 роки тому +1

      Unfortunately, this is social media - a forum where lots of people think they know better, and often won't admit they don't - even when events prove otherwise..!!
      Ah well...!

    • @jessjulian9458
      @jessjulian9458 3 роки тому

      @@andymccabe6712 you are correct, unfortunately.

  • @wigglewiggle3789
    @wigglewiggle3789 3 роки тому

    You are like some sort of mad scientist. I do hope when this is finished and you start it up for the first time you scream 'It's alive,' I do hope you have a guard for the blade.

  • @oscarweasley2618
    @oscarweasley2618 3 роки тому +4

    Brilliant! I recommend rigging in some sort of emergency stop mechanism that can be activated from any position you are likely too be in. Maybe something linked to the throttle or clutch?

  • @michaelhume4611
    @michaelhume4611 3 роки тому

    Good luck dude look forward to seeing you do big new jobs.!!!!

  • @TheKnacklersWorkshop
    @TheKnacklersWorkshop 3 роки тому

    Hello Kris,
    Good progress and an enjoyable video... I hope the van passes the MOT and that you and Dot have a good weekend.
    Take care.
    Paul,,

  • @D4NS80
    @D4NS80 3 роки тому

    Bloody good job mate.

  • @Banjo-lm2wl
    @Banjo-lm2wl 3 роки тому

    Brilliant build Chris great job. Xx

  • @alibronx2112
    @alibronx2112 3 роки тому

    Nice design mate!

  • @dorothyculbertson5640
    @dorothyculbertson5640 3 роки тому

    Absolutely love your content Kris, beautiful life you have 👍💯❤️ best to you and yours, God Bless ❤️

  • @sarahfox9180
    @sarahfox9180 3 роки тому

    Awesome buddy. Love your videos 😍 very inspiring 👍🏻👍🏻😁

  • @stvooplayhouse
    @stvooplayhouse 3 роки тому

    Love your videos.

  • @FarmsVilla
    @FarmsVilla 3 роки тому

    I was about to ask a question and you answered it just at the end of the video. Blade guides. 🤣🤣

  • @jerryglen986
    @jerryglen986 3 роки тому

    I got to say Kris Your Wonderful girlfriend and yourself have built a great little farm where both of you can live the rest of your lives in. Remarkable doing it with second hand products.

  • @kevinwilliams8662
    @kevinwilliams8662 3 роки тому

    Enjoyed the show

  • @techscrew2
    @techscrew2 3 роки тому

    I came up with the idea of doing exactly this! Using a bottle Jack as a blade tensioner.
    And put my idea into motion only last weekend. With I could put photos to share with you.
    Yours is obviously built to a far superior standard.

  • @seandoran6809
    @seandoran6809 3 роки тому +1

    Great job mate it's coming along well. That metal cutting saw looks like a good job. I'll have to get myself one, mine broke when I was cutting the heavy steel for the track system 👍

  • @alanargent5422
    @alanargent5422 3 роки тому

    Cant wait to see the first plank.

  • @charliewinch2849
    @charliewinch2849 3 роки тому +1

    Great work mate! Of course you're gonna have teething problems but you can adjust it throughout the build and a tune up when needed 👍👍👍

    • @samvalentine3206
      @samvalentine3206 3 роки тому +1

      The word "teething" seems especially appropriate when talking about a toothed bandsaw blade! 😛

  • @anitamoolman168
    @anitamoolman168 3 роки тому

    Well done. Can’t wait to see you mill your own wood.

    • @tonygrimes13
      @tonygrimes13 3 роки тому

      Wood milk!!! The perils of Auto Complete!!!

    • @anitamoolman168
      @anitamoolman168 3 роки тому

      @@tonygrimes13 my apologies for typing error

  • @amitbty4596
    @amitbty4596 2 роки тому

    That's very good work I liked.

  • @matthewharvey8755
    @matthewharvey8755 3 роки тому

    Built like a tank! I just had the privilege to order a woodland mills bandsaw mill. 11 weeks backordered lol. You may have yours done before I see mine :p loving the new project buddy.

  • @Tricky5496
    @Tricky5496 3 роки тому

    1 Word = GENIUS !!

  • @MuhammadDaudkhanTV100
    @MuhammadDaudkhanTV100 3 роки тому

    Very good work

  • @migueljose2944
    @migueljose2944 2 роки тому

    VERY impressive! thank you!

  • @nathanhollis8496
    @nathanhollis8496 3 роки тому

    Great upload......
    Can't wait to see it finished.
    #Genius

  • @andrewlangford88
    @andrewlangford88 3 роки тому +1

    Looks great! If the engine doesn't have one already add an hour metre. Makes it wayyyy easier to keep track of servicing etc. And they're cheap as