Easy to do Harbor Freight vapor blast / honing cabinet upgrades mods that'll make it better.
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- Опубліковано 29 чер 2024
- A few mods that will improve the overall performance of a standard Harbor Freight 40lb sandblast cabinet wet or dry.
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Those are some great ideas to improve your vapor blast cabinet. Good luck on future projects.
Hello Ricky, Thank you for commenting and the kind words. Its been working very well. Improving the lighting is the next cabinet upgrade, stay tuned.
Best of luck to you as well.
I've just finished putting my cabinet together. This content is awesome. Plan to get the parts printed. Depending on cost.. have no idea about printing things and how long it takes to do so. Thanks for the content!
Hello SNWMBL, Thank you for commenting and your kind words. 3D printing is super cool and really not very expensive to get started. Learning to design your own things in CAD is the only tricky part. If you have the patience and time to learn a few basics it's extremely rewarding. 3D print times are mostly affected by the size of the item. 10 minutes for something very small to 18 hours for something like the V3 Vapor Blast Gun Kit.
Best of luck with your build.
A striplight right in the corner above the glove holes would be awesome! Directly where you're looking.
Hello smaqdaddy, Thank you for commenting. You and I have the same thoughts about that. Linked is my video on LED lighting that I added to the underside of the glass bezel. One thing I would have done different is to use PETG instead of PLA which won't hold up to heat at all.
ua-cam.com/video/rD0HQ7l5uvE/v-deo.html
Nice upgrade!
Hello Cody, Thank you for commenting. They work great for me. Huge improvement over the factory set-up.
Best of luck with your projects!
You are the 3d King - thanks for sharing your work. I'm doing this upgrades now!! Did you make V3 gun yet?
Hi UcantBeSerious03, those upgrades made a big difference in performance for me. I'm still tuning the V3 blast gun to improve media flow path. I'll put together a video about it soon.
Best of luck with the upgrades.
@@vbared Are you going to keep it garden hose threads on V3?
I'm about to order stuff for V2 as I don't own a vapor nozzle yet. I love the flexzilla hose and great idea - there isn't any pressure from the pedal to the nozzle end. genius!
@@vbared I'm not sure if this chart will help you. Its CFM and nozzle size but its for media blasting and not vapor blasting. www.idsblast.com/sandblasting-supplies/4874
I have a little compressor so I'll have to hack your stl file to make the orifice smaller or drill and tap it and insert a drilled out set screw. I probably need a 1/8 - maybe cheat with a 3/32 orifice and 3-4mm nozzle. Lousy 120v compressor, I'm in a remote location with no 220v :(
Hi UcantBeSerious03, Yes, V3 will keep the garden hose threads. I kept my Flexzilla hose on the longer side and left the slack outside of the cabinet so I could find the perfect length inside while using it.
Thank you for the idsblast link. It's a great resource.
Best of luck with your build!
Great videos! Did I miss the link to the Tacoma kit? I’m looking to get started vapor blasting quickly without having to chase down 100 parts. A conversion kit would be lovely.
Hello BMW Wagon Guy, Thank you for commenting. I watched the Tacoma kit videos but the kits were expensive and back ordered with no ETA so I put together my own version. I linked a few of my other videos that will give you more details and all the materials used are linked below. Make sure to check the description info for links to anything not included here.
Best of luck with your projects!
Videos:
Air Control Pedal install details - ua-cam.com/video/j1fkCO0DcL0/v-deo.html
Quick change glass upgrade - ua-cam.com/video/XQMAxHyTzko/v-deo.html
Base Vapor Blast System setup - ua-cam.com/video/4hoJ25zwLyA/v-deo.html
LED Bezel upgrade - ua-cam.com/video/rD0HQ7l5uvE/v-deo.html
Details on my wet blasting system including a complete parts list, sources, and current costs.
Compressor
www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_211720_211720 949.99+tax
Compressor Hoses and Fittings
www.harborfreight.com/12-in-x-50-ft-rubber-air-hose-62888.html?_br_psugg_q=1%2F2+air+hose 29.99+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Apollo-1-2-in-Brass-PEX-Barb-x-1-2-in-Male-Pipe-Thread-Adapter-90-Degree-Elbow-APXME12/301541102 3.97+tax
Air Regulator, Fittings, and Control
www.harborfreight.com/125-psi-12-in-npt-air-flow-regulator-with-dial-gauge-68280.html 22.99+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Apollo-1-2-in-Brass-PEX-Barb-x-1-2-in-Male-Pipe-Thread-Adapter-APXMA1212/301541054 2.52+tax might need 3
www.eastwood.com/eastwood-blast-cabinet-foot-pedal-and-gun.html 69.99+tax
The Budget Blast Cabinet and Sealant
www.harborfreight.com/40-lb-capacity-floor-blast-cabinet-68893.html 189.99+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/GE-Advanced-Silicone-2-10-1-oz-Clear-Kitchen-and-Bath-Silicone-Sealant-Caulk-GE5040-12C/100663319 6.57+tax
Blasting Nozzle and Diesel Check Valve
www.ebay.com/itm/Boron-Carbide-35mm-Blaster-Nozzle-Replacement-Air-Sandblaster-Gun-Head-Accessory/264575797522?hash=item3d99f24912:g:yIQAAOSwASBdNWX8 27.87+tax & Shipping
www.amazon.com/Return-Check-Petrol-Diesel-Aluminium/dp/B06XJHGXQP/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2AN08NNWFOIRE&dchild=1&keywords=1%2F2+check+valve+air&qid=1594776694&sprefix=1%2F2%22+check%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-8 8.80+tax
Water Pump, Fittings, and Hose
www.homedepot.com/p/The-Home-Depot-5-Gal-Homer-Bucket-05GLHD2/100087613 3.49+tax
www.ebay.com/itm/1-5HP-Water-Submersible-Pump-Stainless-Steel-Silver-Clear-Dirty-Pool-Pond-Drain/353072228123?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 60.99+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Oatey-4-oz-Purple-Primer-and-CPVC-Cement-Handy-Pack-30234/203561639 7.70+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Charlotte-Pipe-1-1-4-in-x-1-in-PVC-Sch-40-SPG-x-FPT-Reducer-Bushing-PVC021081000HD/203811585 1.44+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Charlotte-Pipe-1-1-4-in-PVC-Sch-40-S-x-S-x-S-Tee-PVC024001200HD/203812201 2.42+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Charlotte-Pipe-1-1-4-in-x-3-4-in-PVC-Sch-40-Reducer-Bushing-PVC-02108-0950HD/203851140 1.44+tax will need 2
www.homedepot.com/p/Apollo-3-4-in-Brass-PEX-Barb-x-3-4-in-Male-Pipe-Thread-Adapter-APXMA3434/301541030 2.82+tax will need 4
www.homedepot.com/p/Homewerks-Worldwide-3-4-in-PVC-FPT-x-FPT-Union-511-44-34-34H/204202889 4.98+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Swan-5-8-in-Dia-x-6-ft-Leader-Water-Hose-CLOLH5806FM/202305259 7.97+tax
www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-2-in-1-1-4-in-Stainless-Steel-Hose-Clamp-10-Pack-671255E/202262870 8.74+tax will need 2
How to modify the glass trim for easier removal, replace the plexiglass that easily scratches to glass for a crystal clear view.
Tools needed:
7/32 drill bits: www.harborfreight.com/332-in-titanium-high-speed-steel-drill-bit-set-7-pc-61547.html
Glass cutter: www.harborfreight.com/glass-cutter-96032.html
Socket set: www.harborfreight.com/38-in-14-in-drive-sae-metric-socket-set-40-pc-62843.html
Screwdriver set: www.harborfreight.com/screwdriver-set-32-pc-61259.html
2 x clamps: www.harborfreight.com/12-in-ratcheting-bar-clampspreader-62123.html
Cordless drill: www.harborfreight.com/18v-lithium-38-in-cordless-drill-kit-64118.html
Paddle bit set: www.harborfreight.com/steel-spade-bit-set-6-pc-69015.html
Tape measure: www.harborfreight.com/16-ft-x-34-in-quikfind-tape-measure-with-abs-casing-62466.html
Materials:
Glass 3/32" thick 26"x36": www.homedepot.com/p/24-in-x-36-in-x-0-125-in-Clear-Glass-92436/300068389
#10 - 32 zinc screw combo 6 - pack (you need two): www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-6-32-x-1-1-2-in-Combo-Round-Head-Zinc-Plated-Machine-Screw-6-Pack-803061/204274607
#10 - 32 zinc wingnut 4 - pack (you need 3): www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-10-32-Zinc-Plated-Wing-Nut-4-Pack-802361/204274201
3/16" neoprene washers 4 - pack (you need 3): www.homedepot.com/p/3-16-in-x-1-2-in-Black-Neoprene-Washer-4-Piece-815728/204276433
The light you are using buy another one and cut out two holes on top of the glass on either side and stick the lamps in on top of a small glass window for the lamps. That way you get enough light, the lamps don’t get ruined and you can still pull them off when you need them for something else
Hello Jorge, Thank you for commenting and suggestions. Link a picture here or email me vbared@gmail.com so I can see how yours looks. More light would be awesome!
Hello Victor, and thanks for the tips. I'm in the middle of putting together a vapor blast cabinet with some of your ideas, including the trash pump in the bucket.
I don't have, nor do I have access to a 3D printer. I like the vacuum attachment you made. My question is, would you make and sell one?
Hello ez_going 1, Thank you for commenting and considering to support my work. Yes, I can print one for you. I've had many people request this. Email me your shipping info vbared@gmail.com so I can figure out the shipping cost and give you a price. Please put "Vaccum adaptor quote" in the subject line so I can spot the email easily.
Thank you.
Hi again, just a couple more questions - Do you use any of the protective films supplied with the cabinet glass? Or just use the glass bare? Also, you say to set presure at 50-6psi, is that the static pressure or the working pressure (actual pressure showing on the gauge when the foot pedal is being pressed down and air is flowing).... Thanks!
Good morning Ryan, Thank you for commenting. The clear sheets that come with cabinet will not work with the wet system and leave a lot to be desired in a dry setup.
I found that an automotive paint protective clear film on the inside glass is the best way to protect the glass from being etched and doesn't need to be replaced. Check out my video about it
ua-cam.com/video/OuqL9xWJE48/v-deo.html
I set my cabinet pressure regulator between 50 - 60 psi without the air control pedal being depressed. Glass beads shatter above 60 psi. Materials like garnet can go much higher but unless your running a big compressor blasting garnet at 90-100 psi uses up all your air too fast.
Vapor blasting is awesome and I enjoy talking about it. Hit me up with any additional questions, I'll be glad to help.
Best of luck with your build.
@@vbared Thanks for this, very helpful.
For the new cabinet, have you thought about an old dishwasher?
Hi Robert, Thank you for commenting. I've seen a dishwasher build that Armoury Enterprises put together, it's a cool project. It would definitely work for anything that will fit inside.
Best of luck with your projects!
Really loke your videos. Would it be possible to order one of those vacuum adapters from you?
Hello Don, Thank you for commenting. I'm glad you found value for your viewing time. Sure, send me your details vbared@gmail.com and which adapters you want. The intake exhaust or both.
Not sure if you ever figured out a lighting solution but I was thinking of trying to wire up several aquarium or pool lights.
Hello Zach, thank you for commenting and pool light suggestion. I did upgrade the light and its still working great. The video is linked below.
amzn.to/3AiZe9u
@@vbared I watched that video right after left this comment.
Is the Vacuum set up for wet application or dry how much water gets in there
Hello Lane, You're going to need a vacuum for wet and dry blasting. I'm running mine without a filter and just running a long exhaust hose outside. Building a separator to catch water and media would be best.
Hello
Can I purchase the vacuum adapter and inlet cover from you?
George
Hello George, Thank you for commenting and consideration in supporting my work. Please email me your shipping details and put "Harbor Freight Accessories Quote" in the subject so I can spot it. I'll send you a price breakdown of the most common parts. Please also specify if you want a locking hose end or non-locking if you planning to fasten the hose with a clamp.
vbared@gmail.com
a little heat a make shift pry bar really
Hi Jim, Thank you for commenting. My apologies for not understanding what you mean, please elaborate.
Best of luck with your mods!