How to Make an Epic Control Box! Vintage Machine gets even more Awesome?
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- Опубліковано 7 кві 2023
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Many of you requested a video of a vintage style control box for my drill press, so here it is. it was a lot of work in both designing and making it. Probably a bit over the top but it was fun to make with a few cool elements to it. I'd love to know if you thought it was worth the effort or should I have made something more simple and moved on to another project?
Even though I worked out the rpm's for all four belt positions I doubt it will ever move off the second pulley as it gives me a wide range of 200-2100 rpm.
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Many of you requested a video of a vintage style control box for my drill press, so here it is. it was a lot of work in both designing and making it. Probably a bit over the top but it was fun to make with a few cool elements to it. I'd love to know if you thought it was worth the effort or should I have made something more simple and moved on to another project?
I also meant to say that it took 30 minutes to form the front panel, to give you a bit of an idea.
Even though I worked out the rpm's for all four belt positions I doubt it will ever move off the second pulley as it gives me a wide range of 200-2100 rpm. :)
I build wooden model airplanes but the amount of talent you have amazes me. Good job!
Glad you made the effort; the payoff is huge. Your patience and diligence are inspiring. Most folks would've 3D-printed the knobs, or repurposed something off an old stereo, but no -- you set up the dividing head! 😁 That dial turned out
It was totally worth the effort. Often when you do something that seems like too much work, you also learn new skills along the way. It feels like I am unlocking a new superpower when I do this. Even if I think to myself that I am never doing that again. :)
awesome content as always. did you realize the flypress can be used in blacksmithing too?
I think you hit the nail on the head with this one Neil. The attention to detail with the recessed dial and side door, the dial indicator and power switch. The over all look and seamless on top of it. Anyone who didn't know would never guess it wasn't a vintage box that was repurposed but rather a brand new construction. That screams success in what you were going for. Very, very well done mate.
Continually amazed at how far your skills have progressed in the last few years. This project used mill and lathe, fly press, hammer forming, brass etching, tig welding, silver soldering... and every step showed a lot of talent and diligence. Fantastic final result.
Thanks very much Richard - glad you enjoyed it! :)
Completely agree. I've been watching this channel for years and years and I am continuously staggered by what Neil accomplishes! Normally this level of expertise and skill would make me feel insecure or not want to try new things, but Neil's humility and explanations of his thought processes and learnings does the exact opposite. He makes me want to build more stuff!
I agree
Spot on and the attention to the smallest details in every project this man makes . He should and will test his skills for many more years too brush up on tight welding 😅
@@islaywombats Well said!
That dial is a work of art, mate. I mean the entire box is beautiful too, but you really outdid yourself with the dial!
Totally agree 👍
Thanks Chris - I really was super pleased with how that turned out! :)
Couldn't agree more - the whole thing is stunning but the dial is especially stunning. 🙂
Yes,I think it’s a masterpiece. 😊
As someone who is a tig welder, I can say you really didn’t do too bad of a job! Thinner material is no easy task and sheet metal especially is tricky at the best of times. Great job, love the project as usual!
Thanks Danny - I was pretty happy with the welding. I understand it could be better but certainly better than I expected it to turn out. :)
@@PaskMakes for the welds that are not too cramped, you can clamp a block of aluminium to the back side to prevent blowout and warping
@@PaskMakes A thing that helps for this Pask, is laywire. Don't try to dab the filler in, on real thin stuff, the rod can just push the molten steel through the sheet, making a blow-hole. Lay the wire flat along the joint, and run the bead on top of the wire. The wire will have the same if not more thermal mass than the sheet, making it easier to control the heat input and not blow through. Then just run the arc over that! Also, mild steel really doesn't like being autogeneously welded, it needs filler :) Only grades of stainless steel are fine to be autogeneously welded
just use a laser welder and ever kid can get perfect welds!
Silicon bronze rod. Tig brazing. You don’t have to melt the base metal. Easier to not blow trough.
You asked at the top of the video to tell you if this was over the top. My answer oh hell yes! Is it awesome oh hell yes! People don't build things with style very often. Those who do should be celebrated.
The footage of you forming the corners in high speed is totally unreal. What a fantastic addition to this machine! It truly looks like it came out of the factory that way! I mean yes for a normal human it’s totally overkill, but somewhat understated for a guy that has a drive train of massive wooden cogs driving a full scale propeller on the wall. So pleased to see this project done.
I thought that shot was pretty interesting too, you can really see the steel getting pushed around. Glad you liked it and thanks for your help! :)
Ive generously offered to provide some tuition so Neil doesn't make so many mistakes. It's OK there's no need to thank me
This is truly old world stuff here. The quality is phenomenal. You’re becoming the ultimate craftsperson as all the mediums and tricks of the trades are conforming onto objects that no one has ever seen before. Amazing as always
Thanks very much Ian - just having fun and trying to keep learning! :)
Lost for words. Been shaking my head in disbelief throughout the whole video. You are a gem Neil, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it Boris! :)
I've gracefully offer Neil some free tuition, you'll see some real improvement in his work asap
What I love most about your channel is your “what the hell, why not?” attitude towards trying new things.
Almost every project/video includes some skill that you say you’ve either never tried, or barely ever done and yet you just go for it. You’re not afraid to share failures and flaws, and you share the fact that those failures taught you something along the way.
I find that very inspirational because I sometimes have a fear of trying a new technique or skill on a project because I’m afraid of wasting money, time, effort.. etc. part of me knows I can just try again, or fix the mistake but it definitely holds me back more than I’d like.
I’ve been learning basic crappy welding recently and I’ve been afraid to actually make something… but I think I’m going to go for it. I’ll start small and just accept the flaws, let the project and process be my teacher.
Very impressive! I'm beginning to think that you could make just about anything if you put your mind to it. Having the patience of a saint is a big help too!
Thanks Alan! I reckon that goes for all of us! :)
The box forming is so informative and shows techniques useful in many applications plus the brass dial is gorgeous. The whole control box fits perfectly with the drill
Thanks Paul - glad you like it! I'm very keen to do some more hammer forming. :)
4:39: "I reckon it's pretty crazy what you can do with metal with just a few basic tools. I love it and the possibilities are endless"
Armourer here: Can confirm. It's basically what my craft is all about. One of the better things ever is showing the stuff to a bunch of little kids and watch the amazement in their eyes when they say aloud, "look! the steel _does_ move like clay".
You consistently exceed any and all expectations I might have. Amazing job Neil, I love it! (And to think... You weren't sure if we wanted to see this? 😆)
Thanks very much Craig - glad you like it! I'm always very unsure what anyone would like to see. :)
What a fantastic upgrade! You did an outstanding job!
Thanks very much Jim - glad you like it! :)
I can’t say enough about how much I enjoyed watching this video. The combination of skills required to make this project is just incredible and you do each one with great ability. I love the design as well. This project really speaks to me. Well done!
Yep well said!
Thanks very much - glad you enjoyed the video! :)
As a retired engineer, all I can say is that it's absolutely brilliant.
Dude, wow! The box was good but the etching and dials are next level. This looks like a professional commercial product, from back when things were made to a quality and not to a cost. Totally awesome and very inspiring.
Ive been watching for years, and to have done something with less effort, would not make this the amazing video we have come to expect from Pask Makes. Its amazing to see your dedication to every project. Keep them coming. Love it
Thanks very much Brandon and thanks for keep coming back! :)
Great video Neil the drill press looks fantastic and the speed control box looks like part of the original kit. I learned a lot watching this one, thanks.
Thanks very much Doug! I'm pleased you say that, as that's what I was aiming for. Glad the video was helpful! :)
Nowadays everyone uses cnc and 3D printers, their work is excellent, there are no words for such quality. Congratulations
You totally amazed me again. It's almost impossible to believe this isn't a factory assembly. Good job Master Pask
Every video your skill set increases and across a range of disciplines. WOW . Turned out awesome and it does look like it original equipment.
Thanks very much Michael! :)
Do I think the work you did is worth it? To achieve the look you wanted, yes. I also love it when you say you're gonna give something a go. 1 It will be entertaining, 2 It will be educational, 3 I will be in awe of your skills and abilities once again. I love it when you post because I know I'm going to see something good. Thanks, Neil for this build. This was fun.
You used the word Epic in your description and you did not miss. Nicely Done. Thank you for all that you have done these years. You have taken me to school almost every time I watch a video.
Absolutely fantastic addition. I really like the round corners on the box. Your talents are amazing. Great video.
It's a BOBBY DAZZLER!
Every PASK MAKES video is worth everyone's time. You are the BEST mate! ❤️
By far my favorite video/project of yours. It has everything, electrical, lathe, mill, hammering, ALL OF IT!
I though the dials were just going to be props, not actual functioning dials, so even more impressed.
Also, you need to do a collab with either Clickspring or Cutting Edge Engineering, I think you and Kurtis could make magic, and with Chris too!
Trick I picked up over the years as a quick-turn machinist: Next time you need to turn the OD of a disk on the lathe, just use your tail stock to hold the disk against the face of your chuck jaws or a turned face. If you don’t want a center hole, or the plate is thin like later in the video, use a second disk as a clamping plate, the disk you’re turning can “float” in-between.
The screw in your tailstock is much bigger than the screw you used to hold it in this video, if you’re worried about clamping pressure :)
This has been my go-to technique my entire career, I’ve never thrown a part doing it.
Woo superglue technique! Nice! And the little mini pallet too!
Another fantastic addition. I love how you’ve matched the style with the drill press so well
That's great to hear as that was my number one goal! :)
This was amazing to watch. You should be immensely proud of this. It looks incredible and matches perfect. I enjoy in most if not all of your projects you do something to challenge yourself. I'll watch it every time. Thank you for making this.
Thanks very much! I'm usually proud of what I make and I think that goes for all makers but I am especially pleased with this one. :)
Wow, that's awesome. It really does look like an original part. Great job nailing that vintage design/look.
Thanks Neal. As a lifetime woodworker, I get great pleasure from watching you work with metal. Greetings from Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Pask your skills and patience on these projects are amazing and makes for very interesting video's!
Glad you're enjoying them Gary! :)
Fantastic piece of work - you've outdone yourself there, mate. Total respect for the awesome workshop and machinery you've built up over the years. I'm a carpenter in the UK but, coming from a family of engineers and smiths, I can turn my hand to most things like yourself. Must be a Midlands thing! Best wishes to you and the family bud👍
When things were made to a certain quality and a reasonable profit was made, your result reflects that time exactly.
I love how the work you do is the exact opposite of minimum effort. Using premade plastic almost felt like a cheat compared to the rest of it - I was half expecting you to make those knobs out of homemade Bakelite!
Another triumph, Pask. The attention to retro detail is so nice to see. It honestly looks like you got hold of the original box and did a restoration on that, too.
Your level of, and attention to detail are a thing to behold. I aspire to better mine, and will keep watching for inspiration. It's also worth mentioning, that not only do you do amazing work, but you spend multiples more of your time recording it, editing and assembling it beautifully for our viewing pleasure and education. Well done!
Thanks very much Jason! Glad you enjoy the videos and that you appreciate everything that goes into it! :)
I could never tell that box isn't factory made :O Excellent job! The most valuable tool in your shop is you patience
Absolutely fabulous result. That etched brass label came out super well, as did the hammer-formed rounded edges.
Fantastic job, Neil!!! This is incredible!!!
❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Man, that's just a stunning piece that really completes a stunning restoration. I hope to be at your level of craftsmanship some day. This really was a great video
I didn't even need to watch the whole video to know it's great content. I made it seven minutes in before tapping out
i watch makers and think, I could do that....in this case.. i couldn't . brilliant stylish build
Absolutely love the amount of time and care you invested in this. A work of art.
Amazing work Neil (as ever), I loved every second. Thanks.
Just remember the saying “a grinder and paint makes me the welder I ain’t”. Your work is always amazing even with the imperfections in the process.
I am beyond impressed. In fact I’m speechless 😮
Looks great Neil! Now I wanna try hammer forming and machining plastic
Great video Pask!! Another option for the hinge attachment would have been solder bernzomatic makes a great solder simply called metal solder look into it when you get time
Jesus... that looks like it was made at the same time as the drill press were made, absolutely fitting the aesthetics, superb job, amazing skills, c'est magnifiqué
God, the build is so nice. But man, the making of those knobs were just godly. When you got the dial knob, it was like "That looks so good, it only needs some knurling" and then you made them. Just... *chefkiss*
That was very impressive Mate, you are a true master at all your projects. I love how you used the new pliers in this video, that fly press is so cool is that one of your favorite tools ?
Smashing work! Really loved the approach you took on getting the knurls / flutes on the plastic knobs. When I saw you turning it, I was wondering how you'd get the pattern on a conical piece.
Cheers!
I'm a week late and I'm not sure if you'll see this but I'm compelled to comment. This is such a wonderful build and a piece of industrial art. I feel like I learned so much watching this one. Thanks!
Old Mr Waldown would be chuffed. Thanks very much for the positive attitude. If any, yours would be the ideal one to copy.
Wow - fantastic project. Did they go through all those lengths back in the days? Or did they use different techniques to build boxes like that?
You certainly wouldn't do what he did in mass production.
I'm pretty sure they used dies and presses, whether they were able to form something like that in a single step or whether they had to use a series of dies to gradually form the shape I do not know.
Dear Neil, what a beautiful tutorial an sheet metal forming. Next we’ll see an English Wheel in your workshop and you’ll be making curved 3D pieces like fenders! Thanks for sharing.
i love how it looks like it came with that, incredible job
Slow clap Sir! I have been watching your channel for 3 years or so and i can see that you have become a true master craftsman. Thank you for sharing this one with us Neil.
I love how when you come across a problem you just make a slight modification to you design and drive on. Your attention to the end goal is inspiring. In any video when you make mistakes I've never seen you just give up or shut down because the project isn't going the way you intended. Thanks for your videos. They inspire me in even the smallest tasks I have to complete.
I never comment on any video but this was the best thing I have seen on the internet in a long while! Great work!
At 82 yoa I think I can boast about my father. Archie Cooper was a metal worker, a legend in his own lifetime in the Woolwich and Crayford Kent areas of England. He would have been proud of the work you do and amazed, as am I, at the diversity of your skills. Regards.
I applaud your skill which has grown greatly but your patience is off the charts. Bravo Neil.
Sir, I have three things to address:
1) OUTSTANDING work! I love your attention to detail in everything you do.
2) In the US, we have a saying: A little putty and a little paint'll make ya the carpenter that ya ain't! The modified version is, "A little putty, a little pain will turn you into the Maker you ain't!
3) One of the channels I follow, I hear frequently, "It's not stupid if it works!"
Again, well done, good sir!
Another great job, nice restoration of this drill press that will still be able to work for you for many years. Thanks for sharing these restoration videos 👍
Personally I think you put just the right amount of time and work into this controller. It looks like it came straight out of the factory accessories catalog. Damn that looks good!
Probably an instant favourite from your videos. Keep up the content mate. So inspiring
Brilliant! Your level of patience and attention to detail astound me. Your metal working skills have come on in leaps and bounds.
That is absolutely outstanding! You really captured the classic look. Fantastic! I learned so much watching this.
The footage of picking the vinyl was outstanding.
WOW! The box size is perfect! Don't ever change it! I learned a
lot in my 40 years as a Union Sheet-metal Worker here in the U.S. I have never seen all the great metal working techniques you display in your video. This old dog can learn your tricks Mr Metal Master... BWAHAAAAaaaaaaaaaa. 😃
Truly fun to watch. I enjoy how detailed everything is. Your voice over is also fun. Very matter-of-fact. Thanks!
That was an epic build! So many different processes! This was a really journey and enjoyed every minute of it! Cheers, Neil!
One more awesome build! I learn a lot by watching your videos that can be applied to other projects and materials, and like that you're rarely restricted to just one kind/type of tool(s) so that more of us can give it a try. Thanks again for all great makes you share.
I am continually amazed at all of the design and construction, not to mention the time expended, of the templates, jigs, etc. you create. They seem to take almost as much time, planning and materials as the created piece itself. I am fascinated by your processes and results..................
I'm sure you're going to love having the adjustability right there. It looks fantastic!
I’m lazy so I would have 3d printed the knobs and indicator. Apart from that I have to say your patience is amazing and the end product beautiful.
It absolutely blows my mind seeing steel hammered into a new shape. Especially such a smooth, curved surface.
I really love your channel and the various projects you do.
I love the common theme of "simple" small steps that add up to creating massively complex shapes/ patterns/ objects/ tools.
(Simple being in quotes because it does require a LOT of skill to do these "simple" things and you are a freakin' master of creating!)
True quality. You can really feel the love of the craft put into this. It doesn't need to be this nice to work well, but going the extra distance for beauty is wonderful
I’m always, every episode, learning something awesome from you! Thanks for sharing your experience!! Worth more than any course I ever paid for!
Very nice project and amazing attention to details. I like someone that isn't scared to go the extra detail when they are building projects. That's what makes project stand out and look great. Yours is such a project for sure. Thumbs Up!
This build is very impressive. Well done, it looks amazing!
Beautiful work as always! I remember watching when it was just scrapwood challenge projects.! Your skills have come a long way!
Absolutely brilliant workmanship. Can you imagine if everything on the planet was built by folks like this lad..? :D :)
I'm sorry to say Neil, but this is the coolest part of the whole build! Something about this part just works so perfectly.
A true craftsman. Innovation in real time. Thank you for sharing your skills.
This is not only a functional tool with a new lease on life but also a piece of art!! ❤
It’s mind blowing how you make it look like it’s original to the drill. Love the orange letters, amazing what you can do with your cricut maker. I have one too and this is now a goal of mine the etch into copper, anything etch works on. Absolutely beautiful work
No one could accuse you of taking the easy route, that’s for sure. Epic mate, just epic.
Awesome project Neil, I've been looking forward to this one and it didn't disappoint in any way, the finished item looks both stylistically appropriate and professional in terms of quality, your attention to detail and patience are commendable and it shines through in the finished product !
Outrageous! "I've never tried this before but it looks like fun, so I'll give it a go". Then absolutely nails it. Yet again. Brilliant. I don't know how many hours went into this project - loads, I'm sure - but not a minute of it was wasted.
Great job, well done. I’m actually contemplating making a similar box myself now that you’ve shown how it can be done with basic workshop tools. Thanks.
Wow, that really look as it was there forever! And that old hammer-forming tecnique is simple, but gave a great result!
Absolutely amazing. Creating a hyper vintage appearance for a modern and very practical drill press VFD speed control. A huge amount of work but totally fascinating and probably after frull restoration it seems to work better and quieter than a new purchase.
This is absolutely amazing. Great work, and such patience. I love it
The variety and quality of the builds on this channel are something else - as always, lovely stuff!
Very nice, outstanding job.
Definitely came out retro styled.
Thanks for sharing the process.
Take care, EM.
You said it yourself...awesome!...and who am I to argue? The control box certainly looks like it is an original part of the drill press.
You ask if that was worth it?? OMG, Neil, that was absolutely worth it! This checks all boxes of "vintage" design elements. Actually this reminds me of (ok, I'm a nerd) a Star Trek DSN episode where a character was impressed by the "vintage" design elements of an (then) old tricorder. You've made something that harmonizes well with the machine it matches. The formed sheet steel box is spot on. Now if anyone wants to discuss Star Trek canon....