PART 1 of 2 Special editions of Cool Tools to kick off the 2020/21 woodworking season! Links to stuff in the video► 3-in-1 Drill Bits: amzn.to/2KxWQV4 Dremel Keyless Chuck: amzn.to/366b4VB Sharpening Angle Guides (2pc): amzn.to/3fzSjNg Sharpening angle guides (11pc): amzn.to/3q1GmVx iGaging RollBot (Sponsored): www.chipsfly.com/rollbot-tapeless-measuring.html Nail Holder Pliers: amzn.to/33erTM3 Fence Clamps: amzn.to/37d42xy Fisch Pen Drill Bit (Sponsored): amzn.to/37cYtiV Wonder Slick Stick (Sponsored): woodturnerswonders.com/collections/grinding-wheel-accessories/products/wonder-slick-stick DrillBlock Drilling Guide: amzn.to/33fmW60 Electric Lighter: amzn.to/3nWAevT (We may get a small commission if you use one of the above affiliate links.)
Milescraft is highly underrated! They're the only ones that offer a mid to low range price for a lot of gizmos n jigs that are only made by higher end makers n cost!!!
The trick of tapping hardwood and using conventional ASE machine screw hardware is one I have used for years. One of the most beneficial things I get from these videos is seeing a hack I felt guilty about endorsed by someone with some cred.
I'm a millennial and the most woodworking I've ever done in my life is sanding, staining, and finishing a super cheap raw Ikea table, but I can't stop watching your videos because they're so god damn interesting.
If this list was in the description, YT would make chapters in the video's timeline, making it easy to navigate to the start of each of the things. Please add it: 0:00 Introduction 1:08 3-in-1 Drill Bits 2:26 Dremel Keyless Chuck 3:18 Sharpening Angle Guides 4:40 iGaging RollBot 5:39 Nail Holding Pliers 6:20 Fence Clamps 6:59 Fisch Pen Drill Bits 7:48 Slick-Stick 8:23 Drill Block 9:01 Electric Lighter
I made a "drill block" years ago out of African Blackwood with bronze inserts because hardened steel doesn't seem fun if you crash a bit. Sure it cost a TON more than that plastic thing but mine is stunning and I made it myself. Blackwood is so effn hard though, if you can't work aluminum I wouldn't even bother. It's not Lignum Vitae hard but it makes hickory feel like Play-Doh. But yeah you should look into making your own Drill Block, fun and easy project to do with the kids as well.
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Linked to Amazon and bought that Dremel keyless chuck immediately. Wish I did this a long time ago for the very reasons you pointed out in the video. Thanks.
I got a 40" extruded aluminum 2080 20 series off amazon and took my dewalts fence and some 2080 hardware put em together and now can make jigs that use the extruded aluminum as a railing system and holder and a board of melamine to add to the face when I want and also made a feed extender that it uses also from a simple board that goes from its back screwed in then under the fence that's flush to the table top and fence bottom best thing to have in my opinion
LOVE the Dremel keyless chuck: Not only does it eliminate theose annoying collets, it makes changeoits easier, and accomodates off-brand bit. I have mine on a flex-shaft, all of which makes it a MUCH easier and more versatile tool.
A good list of useful things! Adding a comment for viewer engagement. The only thing on this list that I feel is a bit superfluous is the nail pliers. A pair of needle-nose pliers would work about as well. The only benefit is that it will hold the nail exactly perpendicular.
Every single time I watch one of your videos, the tools behind you, take my breath away. After a minute, or two, I adjust, but still, damn. Good job mack,
The Slick Stick MSDS says it's a mix of the following: Severely Hydrotreated Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Microcrystalline Wax, Tallow, Carnauba Wax. So it's a wax and oil blend. Which makes sense - you can get similar results for grinding metal from petroleum jelly - jewelers have been using similar products for a long time
I have to put the keyless Dremel chuck at the top of this list... the stock jaws with the stupid little collets are the biggest pain in the neck! If it’s a good bit that will last for a white (carbide burrs, diamond tips, etc) I’ll go ahead and grind 3 sides on the shaft so the chuck will hold it more securely without it slipping
About the dremel chuck. If you are engraving detailed parts I would recoumend using the collet instead. The chuck has quite a bit of run out that is very noticeable when it starts to resonate the collet is far smoother and accurate at high rpms.
Dremel wrenches. Take 2 tie wraps. 1 around the cord, to fix where it is. Then chained to a second tie, to the wrench, then you always know where the wrench is so it's a lot more handy. Put it near the end of the cord, but far enough up that the metal wrench won't hit electrical plugs or outlets. Just 1 tie locks it to the cord a bit too closely, using 2 like this is better. Having it tied down where I always know exactly where it is makes it much more convenient. Keyless is still the way to go if you change very often, but just having it attached to the cord eliminates a lot of the PITA aspect..
Nail thing is so cool, weird how i did not see anything like it before, very nice to use it for perfect perpendicular alligns, not to mention finger safety and extra reach
I’ve used those tapping bits for years on steel, usually I beams or angle irons, as long as you maintain a good speed and lubricate they work well. They do break once in awhile but still worth the time saving.
I see a lot of tool recommendations and "amazing tools" videos. If lucky, one of 10 looks actually useful. You just scored a 9/10. Congratulations and sincere thanks.
I am just learning how to sharpen knifes and axes. I got a combination stone set off amazon to get started. But have since upgraded to regular Naniwa Stones. I ordered a 1000grit stone and i also ordered those guides The blue one that attaches with a rubber band just to help create that muscle memory. I do enjoy it and may after a while enjoy it enough to order those Shapton glass stones.
So firstly, I absolutely love your videos and content! Secondly I bought 5 of the cool tools and it’s unbelievable how that 3 in 1 drill bit came in handy twice since I purchased it last week. Many thanks !!
I'm amazed at how many of these I want. I figured, I'd think they were cool and go on to the next video. I already have the Dremel chuck. It's great. Changing collets frequently is annoying.
The Slick Stick MSDS says it's a mix of the following: Severely Hydrotreated Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Microcrystalline Wax, Tallow, Carnauba Wax. So it's a wax and oil blend. Which makes sense - you can get similar results for grinding metal from petroleum jelly - jewelers have been using similar products for a long time
Old school machinists in my country always use rancid pork lard for everything drill related, works like a charm. My guess is this is a well-R&D-ed modern equivalent. As long as the price is competitive and it works, all hail progress! 😂👍
Well, you showed 10 and I ordered 6 plus a tube of Slick Stick. Thanks for sharing. Yes, I'm subscribed and looking forward to more of your interesting and informative videos.
I use my electric lighter for my weed burner. It keeps my hand away from the flame and works even in windy conditions when my normal lighter didn’t do anything at all.
Just like my kitchen, I try to keep gadgets out. However #1 the drill/tap bits we use ALL of the time. We install commercial doors and use them in metal and in impact drivers. The larger 1/4-20's and 10-32's seem to do well at higher RPMs. Love your video's THANKS!
i've found a counter-intuitive at first way to sharpen knives, which doesnt have all the typical problems associated with holding different knives at a consistent angle. Hold the knife securely in one hand and use a small/medium diamond sharpenner in dominant hand and slide that against knife edge. i found it much more consistent and you can have the bevel in full view of eyesight, unlike trying to slide a knife against a stationary sharpenner, fighting all the imprecisions of those movements and not seeing the bevel being done in real time.
They're super handy to have. I dont use mine very often, but when I do I'm very happy i have them. Just two seems to meet every requirement I've encountered.
I've used 1/4" hex drivers for driving taps into mild steel with good success. The impacts help clear chips and intuitively seems less likely to break the tap vs a steady torque of a drill. YMMV.
As am electrician I use those combo drill/tap bits in an impact on steel panels all the time. Once in a while one breaks, but they are pretty tough and very handy.
One thing I would suggest for a cheap tool is a 1,2,3 block. It is used by machinist all over so they make them cheap. It is a hardened steel block, usually with threaded holes that are perfectly square and flat that you can use to clamp or quickly measure out inches. Bolt them together and you can have a right angle and some other shapes. It comes in handy a lot of them time.
As to drilling hardened steels. Bob Brownell in his book on gunsmithing found that to "soften" a metal where you desired to drill a hole, he would take the cylindrical carbon rod from a "C" cell battery, sharpen one end to a point, fasten copper wire to the opposite end and attach that wire to one of the terminals of a rectangular lantern battery and attach another wire from the other terminal to the work piece and touch the point of the carbon rod to the place where you wanted to drill the hole. This would heat treat the spot on the metal, softening that spot to allow drilling.
Wow! That's amazing, and so simple. A common 6v lantern battery. And cheap! I have to remember that one. Seems those lantern batteries just never go out of style.
2:38 when I first got my dremel I had to send for this the same day, as well as it just been super useful I needed it as about half the bits that came with my dremel were too large, I wasn't too happy that the dremel tool kit that was packaged in the same box didnt fit the tool but luckily like I said its useful and was cheap (and luckily we live in a age were same day delivery is an option, remember when you had to wait two weeks or more for a delivery)
Hi James, I purchased the Rollabot after watching your video. When I received it I thought of your other video where you spoke about mini measuring tapes that you carry. This is kinda like the best of both worlds. Yes, it is a little bigger, but has great functionality when you go to purchase lumber. Thank you for putting together these great videos.
To drill square to a surface, drop your engineer's square down and use the eyeball. Helps when you are chiselling out a mortice as well. A couple of advantages are that you can still use a tape 'stop flag' on the bit and over time you just get better at drilling square freehand.
I’ve been tapping holes with impact drivers(rattle gun) for over 30 years press a nut on the tap, lube and tap careful not to apply any side pressure and reverse often. Tapping is faster and once you get the feel break less taps than by hand.
The 3 in 1 drill bits are awesome, I don't have the imperial set, I have an m3-m10 set for aluminum extrusion and fences. Metric is the way to go and often much cheaper and easier to calculate on the fly.
This edition had some items I've never seen or heard of before. I had to sign into Amazon while watching you because I kept going back and forth to the video and checking out the info on the items. I bought these "iGaging RollBot", 3-in-1 Drill Bits, DrillBlock Drilling Guide, and the Fence Clamps. I've always meant to buy the clamps but spaced on them so today is a good day to finally buy them. I look forward to using the "Rollbot" in my metal shop as well as the woodshop. Some of the things I make are often odd and not regular round holes. Thanks!!
Built something with lots of aluminum and can definitely say that those drill/tap combos are amazing and so easy. I usually drilled a small pilot hole to be precise but not always and they worked great
Slick Stick is amazing! I already placed a 2nd order: one more for me and one for my son. I put some on sandpaper for a lathe project...astounding! Then I put some on a Forstner bit and my bandsaw blade: again it proved its utility. Now I keep the applicator in a central part of my shop. Thanks, again!
I have been using the drill/taps for years primarily for tapping holes in electrical boxes, panels, ... (thick sheet metal) . One of those extremely handy tools.
We use the drill and tap bits on 1/2in red iron. They do great once you get the hang of it. you can cut and tap at the same speed if you can keep steady when the threads start to cut. Would definitely recommend. But I wouldn't use it on something critical or high dollar. Although we haven't broken any I wouldnt take the chance.
Hi I only have one arm and I use blue tack just pull a bit of and push down the nail will go through it and pull it away and on to the next one and next one. I love your channel. Thanks nick 9 toes and yes I only have 9 toes to.
High quality drill and taps will drill both stainless and mild steel up to 10 gauge. I use them regularly to tap electrical panels in bot a drill and impact gun.
Thanks so much for this video. By the way, I really enjoy your videos. You had great picks on this one. I just ordered four of the items and the fire starter is so great I ordered 5 of them. Our kids will like them.
OK, bonus round. Some i have and can't live without, some i've never heard of and must have. Been looking for that drill guide for most of my life. Thanks~!~
Used my electric lighter on Thanksgiving to get the grill going. Love the flexible shaft for that use. Our acolytes use one at church to light their tapers every Sunday. The one I bought a couple of years ago was crap and quickly failed but the new ones are better built.
Haven't seen a drill tap in years. We used to get them in the metal shop I work in- not to start from scratch, but to open an existing hole and thread it. I don't think a tapmatic would work too well for drilling holes from scratch anyways!
Love this segment as a newbie wood worker always looking a keeping costs down and getting helpful tools in the process Cheers Chris “The Aussie living in the Netherlands” 🇦🇺
@Stumpy Nubs. Thanks James for the list of cheap tools that are very useful. I see a few that I'll have to buy. Hope you, your staff, and your families stay safe, well, and have a Happy Thanksgiving.
This triggered a memory. I vaguely remember having a ruler like that as a kid (in the ‘80s). I think it was called a rolloruler but I couldn’t find it online. It was mechanical and not super accurate. We also had a nail holder similar to that.
I have used needle nosed pliers to hold nails. Works pretty good. The nail holder shown here would work better, because it holds the mail in a long slot, rather than just on two sides. That way the nail can not slip, perpendicular to the grip.
The best solutions come from a little desperation: nailing a shingle on the roof when its raining any cold. 2 pieces of lath (.25"x 1"x 6") a rubber band and a small magnet. Trim off the ends so that
So that the ends form a U shaped channel that the magnet can hold a nail in. The nail is longer than the wood is wide and the two wood pieces. With a little adjustment it will pick up a single nail and hold it proud of to be set. With the nail set the tool is removed and the nailing can be set with another swing. Can be used with gloves on.
I have found, using the drill/tap bits, a cordless impact driver works great. USE cutting fluid. You can run them pedal to the metal when drill but slow down to about 1/3 of the drill speed when they start to tread the holes. When in doubt, add more cutting fluid. When the treads engage, cordless drills have a tendency to over torque the tap as they try to force their way through the material and break them. Where the impact driver will drive it slower because of the impact and the impact action gives that little force to turn then relax action needed to tap holes. The other thing I do with impact driving taps is, I will pump the trigger to the gun. Squeeze to full speed and release. You're only spending about a half second at full speed and having the trigger released for half second. It also helps to drive the taps
DeWalt version of drill tap bits works well with mild steel and an impact on a low setting. Impacts do not get the bit hot because they do not spin continuously. I have done at least 50 holes/threads in mild steel with one drill bit. If you use them with a drill they do not work very well in steel. Below is from DeWalts websight Drill and tap holes in one application and deburr and countersink in a single step with DEWALT IMPACT READY® Tap & Drill Bits. Designed for impact drivers, each bit is equipped with a speed tip to penetrate materials quickly. Crafted for extreme durability to withstand tough jobsite conditions.
and regardless of material or driver you should make only use it on material thin enough that the drill part breaks through before the taps part engages
The combo drill/taps work much better if you use a loose holder. They need to be able to adjust a bit on the smaller ones or you'll snap them. I'm talking M3 and M4 sizes.
As a machinist, I can confirm that tapping CAN be a high speed process. It’s quite amazing. Yeah, you’re probably not going to do high speed tapping with those combination drills, but yes it can be done in industry with the right tools
These taps are like gun taps. I've drilled tons of holes in steel (C-channel, tube and I-beams) with these using an impact. I've tapped small holes (1/4") with small impacts and larger holes (5/8") with larger impacts. These bits have 2-3 flutes instead of the 4 flutes that hand taps have.
I have 4/10 so I think it's a good list (and the rollbot looks great, I have the "Digital Angle Cube" from the same company and it's convenient, magnetic, and certainly well enough built for casual use.) I've used the nail holder pliers for those network cable hooks (little plastic clip with a nail built in), just because they get some extra reach when on a ladder, while still keeping your fingers safe.
Don't know what brand of the tap bits you're using but I know the ideal and Klein brand ones can be put in an impact and have no issue going fast. I use them often at work (electrician) and never had an issue using them on thin mild steel. They're absolutely useless though if you're drilling anything thick. Especially the 1/4 20 bit. Constant use in custom boxes to drill for the cover screws. Nothing more than 3/16th steel. Next to useless in structural steel beams for bonding. I know it's not likely many reading/watching would be drilling structural beams but just for a rough idea what they're actually capable of
I really love your show I think that it's probably the best one that I've seen so far I love the way you explain things and I really agree with a lot of the stuff that you like and don't like so thank you very much
PART 1 of 2 Special editions of Cool Tools to kick off the 2020/21 woodworking season!
Links to stuff in the video►
3-in-1 Drill Bits: amzn.to/2KxWQV4
Dremel Keyless Chuck: amzn.to/366b4VB
Sharpening Angle Guides (2pc): amzn.to/3fzSjNg
Sharpening angle guides (11pc): amzn.to/3q1GmVx
iGaging RollBot (Sponsored): www.chipsfly.com/rollbot-tapeless-measuring.html
Nail Holder Pliers: amzn.to/33erTM3
Fence Clamps: amzn.to/37d42xy
Fisch Pen Drill Bit (Sponsored): amzn.to/37cYtiV
Wonder Slick Stick (Sponsored): woodturnerswonders.com/collections/grinding-wheel-accessories/products/wonder-slick-stick
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Milescraft is highly underrated! They're the only ones that offer a mid to low range price for a lot of gizmos n jigs that are only made by higher end makers n cost!!!
Tell me about your vice on the drill press. Great content as usual, keep it up.
I could really benefit from using the RollBot and DrillBlock! Ty Stubs for posting this!! 👍🏼
The trick of tapping hardwood and using conventional ASE machine screw hardware is one I have used for years. One of the most beneficial things I get from these videos is seeing a hack I felt guilty about endorsed by someone with some cred.
It looks like that hand plane on top of the shelf just above your head to my left has a broken handle
I'm a millennial and the most woodworking I've ever done in my life is sanding, staining, and finishing a super cheap raw Ikea table, but I can't stop watching your videos because they're so god damn interesting.
Same here haha
If this list was in the description, YT would make chapters in the video's timeline, making it easy to navigate to the start of each of the things. Please add it:
0:00 Introduction
1:08 3-in-1 Drill Bits
2:26 Dremel Keyless Chuck
3:18 Sharpening Angle Guides
4:40 iGaging RollBot
5:39 Nail Holding Pliers
6:20 Fence Clamps
6:59 Fisch Pen Drill Bits
7:48 Slick-Stick
8:23 Drill Block
9:01 Electric Lighter
I made a "drill block" years ago out of African Blackwood with bronze inserts because hardened steel doesn't seem fun if you crash a bit. Sure it cost a TON more than that plastic thing but mine is stunning and I made it myself. Blackwood is so effn hard though, if you can't work aluminum I wouldn't even bother. It's not Lignum Vitae hard but it makes hickory feel like Play-Doh. But yeah you should look into making your own Drill Block, fun and easy project to do with the kids as well.
Linked to Amazon and bought that Dremel keyless chuck immediately. Wish I did this a long time ago for the very reasons you pointed out in the video. Thanks.
I got a 40" extruded aluminum 2080 20 series off amazon and took my dewalts fence and some 2080 hardware put em together and now can make jigs that use the extruded aluminum as a railing system and holder and a board of melamine to add to the face when I want and also made a feed extender that it uses also from a simple board that goes from its back screwed in then under the fence that's flush to the table top and fence bottom best thing to have in my opinion
LOVE the Dremel keyless chuck: Not only does it eliminate theose annoying collets, it makes changeoits easier, and accomodates off-brand bit. I have mine on a flex-shaft, all of which makes it a MUCH easier and more versatile tool.
A good list of useful things!
Adding a comment for viewer engagement.
The only thing on this list that I feel is a bit superfluous is the nail pliers. A pair of needle-nose pliers would work about as well. The only benefit is that it will hold the nail exactly perpendicular.
Every single time I watch one of your videos, the tools behind you, take my breath away. After a minute, or two, I adjust, but still, damn. Good job mack,
You are costing me a fortune!!! But you are adding fun and performance in my shop. Thanks.
Perfect timing for inexpensive tool ideas for Christmas. And any wife that doesn't hang out in the shop will appreciate that cool lighter for candles.
The Slick Stick MSDS says it's a mix of the following: Severely Hydrotreated Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Microcrystalline Wax, Tallow, Carnauba Wax. So it's a wax and oil blend. Which makes sense - you can get similar results for grinding metal from petroleum jelly - jewelers have been using similar products for a long time
I've had one of those rechargeable electric plasma lighters for over a year now. Love it. Great for lighting a bbq grill or a propane fire pit.
I'd probably use it to light a smoke in a convertible or a jeep with the top off. Not that I have either of of those... but maybe
Their Drill bits are revolutionary. I see what you did there.
this was one of the best tool and all most all needed tools in a shop that are cheep
I am really happy I stumbled onto your videos. I'm just getting started. 70 year old novice. Great info on table saws.
I have to put the keyless Dremel chuck at the top of this list... the stock jaws with the stupid little collets are the biggest pain in the neck! If it’s a good bit that will last for a white (carbide burrs, diamond tips, etc) I’ll go ahead and grind 3 sides on the shaft so the chuck will hold it more securely without it slipping
About the dremel chuck. If you are engraving detailed parts I would recoumend using the collet instead. The chuck has quite a bit of run out that is very noticeable when it starts to resonate the collet is far smoother and accurate at high rpms.
These tips and videos are one of my favorites ! Everytime I watch a new one I learn some new tricks THANKYOU James
Dremel wrenches. Take 2 tie wraps. 1 around the cord, to fix where it is. Then chained to a second tie, to the wrench, then you always know where the wrench is so it's a lot more handy. Put it near the end of the cord, but far enough up that the metal wrench won't hit electrical plugs or outlets. Just 1 tie locks it to the cord a bit too closely, using 2 like this is better. Having it tied down where I always know exactly where it is makes it much more convenient. Keyless is still the way to go if you change very often, but just having it attached to the cord eliminates a lot of the PITA aspect..
Nail thing is so cool, weird how i did not see anything like it before, very nice to use it for perfect perpendicular alligns, not to mention finger safety and extra reach
I’ve used those tapping bits for years on steel, usually I beams or angle irons, as long as you maintain a good speed and lubricate they work well. They do break once in awhile but still worth the time saving.
I see a lot of tool recommendations and "amazing tools" videos. If lucky, one of 10 looks actually useful.
You just scored a 9/10. Congratulations and sincere thanks.
We do 8-32 and 6-32 drill and tapping in steel all the time with cordless drills when building electrical control panels
I haven't watched your channel for a while, but I bought two things that you mentioned. Thank you for making these videos.
That background is real maker goals!
Well, thanks a whole lot. Just what I need, more tools to buy.
Fortunately, I already have the keyless chuck for rotary tools.
I am just learning how to sharpen knifes and axes. I got a combination stone set off amazon to get started. But have since upgraded to regular Naniwa Stones. I ordered a 1000grit stone and i also ordered those guides The blue one that attaches with a rubber band just to help create that muscle memory. I do enjoy it and may after a while enjoy it enough to order those Shapton glass stones.
Hey man, nice video! No bullcrap and straight to the point. Subscribed!
So firstly, I absolutely love your videos and content! Secondly I bought 5 of the cool tools and it’s unbelievable how that 3 in 1 drill bit came in handy twice since I purchased it last week. Many thanks !!
#11 makes a cameo appearance at 5:03. That dang thing is in every shop I visit. Contigo really nailed the product line.
I'm amazed at how many of these I want. I figured, I'd think they were cool and go on to the next video. I already have the Dremel chuck. It's great. Changing collets frequently is annoying.
The Slick Stick MSDS says it's a mix of the following: Severely Hydrotreated Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Microcrystalline Wax, Tallow, Carnauba Wax. So it's a wax and oil blend. Which makes sense - you can get similar results for grinding metal from petroleum jelly - jewelers have been using similar products for a long time
"Severely hydrotreated" sounds like something prohibited by the Geneva Convention :)
Old school machinists in my country always use rancid pork lard for everything drill related, works like a charm. My guess is this is a well-R&D-ed modern equivalent. As long as the price is competitive and it works, all hail progress! 😂👍
Well, you showed 10 and I ordered 6 plus a tube of Slick Stick. Thanks for sharing. Yes, I'm subscribed and looking forward to more of your interesting and informative videos.
I use my electric lighter for my weed burner. It keeps my hand away from the flame and works even in windy conditions when my normal lighter didn’t do anything at all.
Just like my kitchen, I try to keep gadgets out. However #1 the drill/tap bits we use ALL of the time. We install commercial doors and use them in metal and in impact drivers. The larger 1/4-20's and 10-32's seem to do well at higher RPMs. Love your video's THANKS!
i've found a counter-intuitive at first way to sharpen knives, which doesnt have all the typical problems associated with holding different knives at a consistent angle. Hold the knife securely in one hand and use a small/medium diamond sharpenner in dominant hand and slide that against knife edge. i found it much more consistent and you can have the bevel in full view of eyesight, unlike trying to slide a knife against a stationary sharpenner, fighting all the imprecisions of those movements and not seeing the bevel being done in real time.
Always great to listen to this professional! Clear, concise and efficient. Thank you!
Thank you! My opinion is you're one of the best on UA-cam certainly in my top 5.
I just ordered two fence clamps I don’t know why I’ve waited so long to do that
Thanks again for your help and keep at it
They're super handy to have. I dont use mine very often, but when I do I'm very happy i have them. Just two seems to meet every requirement I've encountered.
Possibly the BEST woodworking channel . That's saying a lot .Bravo James
I've used 1/4" hex drivers for driving taps into mild steel with good success. The impacts help clear chips and intuitively seems less likely to break the tap vs a steady torque of a drill. YMMV.
As am electrician I use those combo drill/tap bits in an impact on steel panels all the time. Once in a while one breaks, but they are pretty tough and very handy.
One thing I would suggest for a cheap tool is a 1,2,3 block. It is used by machinist all over so they make them cheap. It is a hardened steel block, usually with threaded holes that are perfectly square and flat that you can use to clamp or quickly measure out inches. Bolt them together and you can have a right angle and some other shapes. It comes in handy a lot of them time.
I just bought that drilling guide earlier this week. So far its working well for me. It makes it effortless to get straight holes.
As to drilling hardened steels. Bob Brownell in his book on gunsmithing found that to "soften" a metal where you desired to drill a hole, he would take the cylindrical carbon rod from a "C" cell battery, sharpen one end to a point, fasten copper wire to the opposite end and attach that wire to one of the terminals of a rectangular lantern battery and attach another wire from the other terminal to the work piece and touch the point of the carbon rod to the place where you wanted to drill the hole. This would heat treat the spot on the metal, softening that spot to allow drilling.
Wow! That's amazing, and so simple. A common 6v lantern battery. And cheap!
I have to remember that one.
Seems those lantern batteries just never go out of style.
Use a dull wire striper to hold nails for nailing
2:38 when I first got my dremel I had to send for this the same day, as well as it just been super useful I needed it as about half the bits that came with my dremel were too large, I wasn't too happy that the dremel tool kit that was packaged in the same box didnt fit the tool but luckily like I said its useful and was cheap (and luckily we live in a age were same day delivery is an option, remember when you had to wait two weeks or more for a delivery)
Hi James, I purchased the Rollabot after watching your video. When I received it I thought of your other video where you spoke about mini measuring tapes that you carry. This is kinda like the best of both worlds. Yes, it is a little bigger, but has great functionality when you go to purchase lumber. Thank you for putting together these great videos.
To drill square to a surface, drop your engineer's square down and use the eyeball. Helps when you are chiselling out a mortice as well. A couple of advantages are that you can still use a tape 'stop flag' on the bit and over time you just get better at drilling square freehand.
The drill blocks are nice for tapping too.
I’ve been tapping holes with impact drivers(rattle gun) for over 30 years press a nut on the tap, lube and tap careful not to apply any side pressure and reverse often. Tapping is faster and once you get the feel break less taps than by hand.
The 3 in 1 drill bits are awesome, I don't have the imperial set, I have an m3-m10 set for aluminum extrusion and fences. Metric is the way to go and often much cheaper and easier to calculate on the fly.
Good choice on the pocketknife. I have that same one! The only ones I buy.
Really excellent. I would have used most of these (well, not the lighter) if I owned them. Thanks!
I will take over the world with that rolling measuring stick!!
This edition had some items I've never seen or heard of before. I had to sign into Amazon while watching you because I kept going back and forth to the video and checking out the info on the items. I bought these "iGaging RollBot", 3-in-1 Drill Bits, DrillBlock Drilling Guide, and the Fence Clamps. I've always meant to buy the clamps but spaced on them so today is a good day to finally buy them. I look forward to using the "Rollbot" in my metal shop as well as the woodshop. Some of the things I make are often odd and not regular round holes. Thanks!!
Built something with lots of aluminum and can definitely say that those drill/tap combos are amazing and so easy. I usually drilled a small pilot hole to be precise but not always and they worked great
Slick Stick is amazing! I already placed a 2nd order: one more for me and one for my son.
I put some on sandpaper for a lathe project...astounding! Then I put some on a Forstner bit and my bandsaw blade: again it proved its utility. Now I keep the applicator in a central part of my shop.
Thanks, again!
"pyro-maniacal desires" - love it!
I have been using the drill/taps for years primarily for tapping holes in electrical boxes, panels, ... (thick sheet metal) . One of those extremely handy tools.
Love those little shop helper stuff...
We use the drill and tap bits on 1/2in red iron. They do great once you get the hang of it. you can cut and tap at the same speed if you can keep steady when the threads start to cut. Would definitely recommend. But I wouldn't use it on something critical or high dollar. Although we haven't broken any I wouldnt take the chance.
Hi I only have one arm and I use blue tack just pull a bit of and push down the nail will go through it and pull it away and on to the next one and next one. I love your channel. Thanks nick 9 toes and yes I only have 9 toes to.
ROLLBOT!!!!!! I didn’t know this thing exists but I need it. Thank you.
As always, an excellent list ... not sure how I missed this one, but I guess better late than never!! Thanks for your time and efforts, Cheers
Wow I worked in a fab shop some 30 years ago and we tap 100 and 100 of holes with them drill and tap with very good success
High quality drill and taps will drill both stainless and mild steel up to 10 gauge. I use them regularly to tap electrical panels in bot a drill and impact gun.
Thanks so much for this video. By the way, I really enjoy your videos. You had great picks on this one. I just ordered four of the items and the fire starter is so great I ordered 5 of them. Our kids will like them.
OK, bonus round. Some i have and can't live without, some i've never heard of and must have. Been looking for that drill guide for most of my life. Thanks~!~
Used my electric lighter on Thanksgiving to get the grill going. Love the flexible shaft for that use. Our acolytes use one at church to light their tapers every Sunday. The one I bought a couple of years ago was crap and quickly failed but the new ones are better built.
Awesome Christmas gift ideas! Thanks!
I always look forward to your cool tool videos. You find things that I ordinarily wouldn't even think to look for. Keep them coming!
That robot at the start is absolutely fantastic...How did they make it, and what electric motors were used to make it move like that?
Thanks for the great suggestions, I have ordered three of these items!
Haven't seen a drill tap in years. We used to get them in the metal shop I work in- not to start from scratch, but to open an existing hole and thread it. I don't think a tapmatic would work too well for drilling holes from scratch anyways!
Very cool tools indeed - more useable 4 the shop than most videos of supposedly cool tools
Yes! Very Cool Tools..... I already own a couple and there are more than a couple I now want to own..... Thanks....
Love this segment as a newbie wood worker always looking a keeping costs down and getting helpful tools in the process Cheers Chris “The Aussie living in the Netherlands” 🇦🇺
@Stumpy Nubs. Thanks James for the list of cheap tools that are very useful. I see a few that I'll have to buy.
Hope you, your staff, and your families stay safe, well, and have a Happy Thanksgiving.
This triggered a memory. I vaguely remember having a ruler like that as a kid (in the ‘80s). I think it was called a rolloruler but I couldn’t find it online. It was mechanical and not super accurate. We also had a nail holder similar to that.
I have used needle nosed pliers to hold nails. Works pretty good.
The nail holder shown here would work better, because it holds the
mail in a long slot, rather than just on two sides. That way the nail
can not slip, perpendicular to the grip.
I didn’t know most of these existed, but they seem very helpful. I can’t wait to order some... most... all. 😂Thanks, James! 👍🏼
I found myself laughing out loud and thoroughly enjoying your video. I want to order a number of your suggestions! Thanks!!!
The best solutions come from a little desperation: nailing a shingle on the roof when its raining any cold. 2 pieces of lath (.25"x 1"x 6") a rubber band and a small magnet. Trim off the ends so that
So that the ends form a U shaped channel that the magnet can hold a nail in. The nail is longer than the wood is wide and the two wood pieces. With a little adjustment it will pick up a single nail and hold it proud of to be set. With the nail set the tool is removed and the nailing can be set with another swing. Can be used with gloves on.
Thank you for posting Mr Nuds.
When threading Aluminium, lubricate the tap with kerosine. It'll prevent the aluminium clogging up the tap, or die.
Like the nail pliers. Not having a thumb on my left hand, using nails can be difficult.
I got pick up those drill bits that drill and tap I've never seen anything like those before and they'd definitely get a work out here.
I have found, using the drill/tap bits, a cordless impact driver works great. USE cutting fluid. You can run them pedal to the metal when drill but slow down to about 1/3 of the drill speed when they start to tread the holes. When in doubt, add more cutting fluid. When the treads engage, cordless drills have a tendency to over torque the tap as they try to force their way through the material and break them. Where the impact driver will drive it slower because of the impact and the impact action gives that little force to turn then relax action needed to tap holes. The other thing I do with impact driving taps is, I will pump the trigger to the gun. Squeeze to full speed and release. You're only spending about a half second at full speed and having the trigger released for half second. It also helps to drive the taps
I’ve been using Tap/Drills for years. They are a great time saver and you can use them on mild steel with a drill. Just go slo and tap lube is a must.
DeWalt version of drill tap bits works well with mild steel and an impact on a low setting. Impacts do not get the bit hot because they do not spin continuously. I have done at least 50 holes/threads in mild steel with one drill bit. If you use them with a drill they do not work very well in steel. Below is from DeWalts websight
Drill and tap holes in one application and deburr and countersink in a single step with DEWALT IMPACT READY® Tap & Drill Bits. Designed for impact drivers, each bit is equipped with a speed tip to penetrate materials quickly. Crafted for extreme durability to withstand tough jobsite conditions.
and regardless of material or driver you should make only use it on material thin enough that the drill part breaks through before the taps part engages
The combo drill/taps work much better if you use a loose holder. They need to be able to adjust a bit on the smaller ones or you'll snap them. I'm talking M3 and M4 sizes.
Thanks Stumpy, really enjoy your vids, nicely and calmly presented, stay safe and keep 'em coming, subscribed!
As a machinist, I can confirm that tapping CAN be a high speed process. It’s quite amazing. Yeah, you’re probably not going to do high speed tapping with those combination drills, but yes it can be done in industry with the right tools
Sure, with an expensive lathe and the right inserts.
These taps are like gun taps. I've drilled tons of holes in steel (C-channel, tube and I-beams) with these using an impact. I've tapped small holes (1/4") with small impacts and larger holes (5/8") with larger impacts. These bits have 2-3 flutes instead of the 4 flutes that hand taps have.
I have 4/10 so I think it's a good list (and the rollbot looks great, I have the "Digital Angle Cube" from the same company and it's convenient, magnetic, and certainly well enough built for casual use.) I've used the nail holder pliers for those network cable hooks (little plastic clip with a nail built in), just because they get some extra reach when on a ladder, while still keeping your fingers safe.
Mark, that's a great use. I don't have these nail holders but
never eve thought of using my needle nosed pliers. (even after banging my fingers)
Some of these tools are so great I will have one very soon
@5:40 Pretty cool tool, especially when your aim is off, but I've found if you put your thumb on top of the nail, you'll hit it every time.
The rollbot is pretty cool!
Don't know what brand of the tap bits you're using but I know the ideal and Klein brand ones can be put in an impact and have no issue going fast. I use them often at work (electrician) and never had an issue using them on thin mild steel.
They're absolutely useless though if you're drilling anything thick. Especially the 1/4 20 bit. Constant use in custom boxes to drill for the cover screws. Nothing more than 3/16th steel. Next to useless in structural steel beams for bonding.
I know it's not likely many reading/watching would be drilling structural beams but just for a rough idea what they're actually capable of
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