Thanks for the videos Ben. Do you use the "flex shaft" style of drain cleaning in kitchen 11/2 and 2"? Seems to me the magic of flex shaft is the camera being in the pipe so you can see what your doing. I wonder if the spinning chain knocker on a 1/4 in cable is any better than regular hand gun cables with 5/16 or bigger 3/8 that I run in small drum machines. Do you use the smaller flex shaft? Again, Thanks for your time and expertise. Dave
Using a proprietary method and tools for 1-1/2 to 2" so I can't speak much on that one. However I will say I stopped using the camera and flexshaft together in small lines. Saving 5 or 10 minutes per job running the shaft and camera together weren't worth the increased camera issues. The camera is still used to double check how well the pipe was cleaned.
Hi there, thanks for the review. Is the carbide only for steel pipes because I'm thinking on abs or pvc that could become an issue with wear on the pipes....
Hey Ben i found seweri was a little light weight So i have changed to renzorato But the heavy duty chains put more wear on the flexshaft I am gonna share this vid on my page
@@PlumbingExplained it's not a blanket answer. There are too many variables.....pipe type, length, common blockages etc. Did you waste your money buying the 102?.....no. Will it do everything the Spartan 100 can do?.....no. Can it do some thing the Spartan 100 can't do?.....yes. Good luck.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 thanks for the info man, I live in Southern California(Orange County) I mostly do residential work but thought a machine like the flex shaft could help me venture into the commercial drains with grease issues etc. do you think I’ll need a cable machine to accommodate the 102?
Fellow plumber here, I have heavy root intrusion in my storm drain 1 1/4” drain lines, my Spartan 300 was unable to clear the roots, should I use a carbide blade? Any thoughts on the best way to cut these roots out? PVC pipes, Thank you sir
*Sewer round table review* HI i want to build my own flexshaft. I saw you offer a course on building your own. Probem is I live in the Caribbean, is your course online?
Hey Ben, hope you're doing well. Have you seen or used the Milwaukee chain knockers for the sectional machines? I placed an order for the 7/8" cable but I guess they're on backorder. I haven't seen anyone give a review on those yet.
I have the rothenberger style and have tried them at the same speed and they don't work at all. Highly not recommended if you expect similar results as flex shaft.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 good to know. I made one for my 7/8 cable which worked well descaling a 4" line. It just won't go through 3" lines. I figured it wouldn't work as fast but it would still get the job done.
I can't get my order through Boldan because of the US distributor's customer service. Boldan makes some bang up looking tools but for regular drain cleaning, chains are fine and the carbide shape doesn't matter much. The size of links, welding, placement of carbide, set screws, and list goes on are more important.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 true my friend. at the end of the day for regular drain cleaning its not the biggest deal. But if you're ever interested in the Boldan chains forget about the US distributor, just order directly from the manufacturer in Finland. Super easy to deal with, very responsive through email. I've had great experience with them! Even though the shipping to the USA will be more than you're used to (maybe around 100 euro), its definitely worth it if you're ordering a bunch of stuff. They always have sales and crazy cheap deals, and the shipping is super quick (I just made an order and it got to the US in under 5 days) www.boldan.fi/en/webshop Anyways, best of luck and keep rocking it!
Thank you for all the great info. I really appreciate it. It’s a lot of work to do these videos and it’s very helpful.
Really like the down to earth approach. Great info delivered without any bs dressing.
Thanks for the videos Ben. Do you use the "flex shaft" style of drain cleaning in kitchen 11/2 and 2"? Seems to me the magic of flex shaft is the camera being in the pipe so you can see what your doing. I wonder if the spinning chain knocker on a 1/4 in cable is any better than regular hand gun cables with 5/16 or bigger 3/8 that I run in small drum machines. Do you use the smaller flex shaft? Again, Thanks for your time and expertise. Dave
Using a proprietary method and tools for 1-1/2 to 2" so I can't speak much on that one. However I will say I stopped using the camera and flexshaft together in small lines. Saving 5 or 10 minutes per job running the shaft and camera together weren't worth the increased camera issues. The camera is still used to double check how well the pipe was cleaned.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 great insight thanks
2 years later and still not using the flexshaft in the smaller pipe.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929could you please spell rensi Brenda where I can order this penetrator ?
Hi there, thanks for the review. Is the carbide only for steel pipes because I'm thinking on abs or pvc that could become an issue with wear on the pipes....
You can use carbide in plastic pipe but I use older duller chains.
Thanks for this. Just got the flexshaft and am reviewing options.
Hey Ben i found seweri was a little light weight
So i have changed to renzorato
But the heavy duty chains put more wear on the flexshaft
I am gonna share this vid on my page
What's your page name Andrew? I'd like to see what you post.
facebook.com/sightpipe/
there is a bit of flexshaft stuff there
@@andycleve712 Hi Andy. Other than the Renzorato chains, are you making up your own Flex Shaft or selling a particular brand of Flex Shaft?
I just got the k9-102 what knockers and tips should i get for this thing? I really like that rinsi tip you showed!
Contact your Ridgid rep which can be located on the Ridgid website and they will help you use the 102 (or any ridgid non home depot tool) effectively.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 This is obviously not the tool i should of bought to replace my stolen Spartan 100 im assuming right?
@@PlumbingExplained it's not a blanket answer. There are too many variables.....pipe type, length, common blockages etc. Did you waste your money buying the 102?.....no. Will it do everything the Spartan 100 can do?.....no. Can it do some thing the Spartan 100 can't do?.....yes. Good luck.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 thanks for the info man, I live in Southern California(Orange County) I mostly do residential work but thought a machine like the flex shaft could help me venture into the commercial drains with grease issues etc. do you think I’ll need a cable machine to accommodate the 102?
@@PlumbingExplained Yes.
Awesome your back !
Can you please supply the spelling of the brand name for two chain in the middle, thanks.
Where can you get the chain from at least 5:04?
Whats the name of that chain knocker that you were comparing to the Rigid ? I'd like to buy some but I don't think im hearing you right
Did you ever find out? Sounds like Dakota to me, but I couldn't find it.
Found it. The name is Picote
Can you tell me the name to repair the cable?
6:05
Do you use that with the chain or independently?
Fellow plumber here, I have heavy root intrusion in my storm drain 1 1/4” drain lines, my Spartan 300 was unable to clear the roots, should I use a carbide blade? Any thoughts on the best way to cut these roots out? PVC pipes, Thank you sir
Call your Spartan Rep and ask if they have any suggestions.
Hydro jet the line
wow i havent ever ran into roots i cant take out. id have loved to have seen it first hand, sounds like a tough one
Damn what kind of roots were those?
*Sewer round table review*
HI i want to build my own flexshaft. I saw you offer a course on building your own. Probem is I live in the Caribbean, is your course online?
Great video thanks for the review
Great video Ben.
Can these be used on normal steel drain cables ?
Yes with the right adapter.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 Do you know what that adapter is called so I can find one ?
@@TaeKenDo I tried to find them and ended up just making them myself.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 Yeah, that what I was thinking...time to break out the ol' welder.
Hey Ben, hope you're doing well. Have you seen or used the Milwaukee chain knockers for the sectional machines? I placed an order for the 7/8" cable but I guess they're on backorder. I haven't seen anyone give a review on those yet.
I have the rothenberger style and have tried them at the same speed and they don't work at all. Highly not recommended if you expect similar results as flex shaft.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 good to know. I made one for my 7/8 cable which worked well descaling a 4" line. It just won't go through 3" lines. I figured it wouldn't work as fast but it would still get the job done.
Nice video Ben
Could they attach to a Spartan Cable
sure!
Awesome video. Got links
great info. thanks!
where are your Boldan chains? ;)
I can't get my order through Boldan because of the US distributor's customer service. Boldan makes some bang up looking tools but for regular drain cleaning, chains are fine and the carbide shape doesn't matter much. The size of links, welding, placement of carbide, set screws, and list goes on are more important.
@@sewerroundtablereview4929 true my friend. at the end of the day for regular drain cleaning its not the biggest deal. But if you're ever interested in the Boldan chains forget about the US distributor, just order directly from the manufacturer in Finland. Super easy to deal with, very responsive through email. I've had great experience with them! Even though the shipping to the USA will be more than you're used to (maybe around 100 euro), its definitely worth it if you're ordering a bunch of stuff. They always have sales and crazy cheap deals, and the shipping is super quick (I just made an order and it got to the US in under 5 days)
www.boldan.fi/en/webshop
Anyways, best of luck and keep rocking it!
Great info
Now i know thanks !!
Nevermind. I asked a question my last comment I have the answer to now ;)
Excellent video thank you very much!!!🪠