Ridgid Oscillating Belt Sander Improvements by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-02-09 | OTB Thinker. We are starting a new project. My Ridgid Oscillating belt/drum sander needs some enhancements and jigs. This is the first episode for making these improvements. Watch to see all the ideas we are going to make for this already great machine. We will be refering this machine as (Ridgid Oscillating Belt Sander) "Robs"Link to Susan Gardner's video about a sander planer:youtube.com/watch?v=ylGDa9_AX1w
Rambling Rampage #10 by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-07-08 | Rambling Russ. Let's ramble about what is on my mind.
Rambling Rampage #9 by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-06-25 | Rambling Russ. Subjects include a mini butane torch for under $5, dog rugs, & more about my ideas for a whole home backup system.
Home backup System and More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-06-13 | Rambling Russ. For my home when power goes down, I have a generator for power. I am designing a battery backup system to my house. Let's talk about how to design the battery part of my home backup system
Ridgid Oscillating Belt and Spindle Sander Dust Collection by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-06-06 | OTB Thinker. Let's talk about the dust collection on the Ridgid oscillating belt & spindle sander (ROBSS). Did you know ROBSS has 2 separate vacuum chambers? Let look at this machine a little closer and improve the dust collection.Links to previous videos on the ROBSS:youtube.com/watch?v=B0LT6om-t2k&t=4syoutube.com/watch?v=4PiXYlLna-w&t=35s
Home Backup System & More by Russ Rambling Russ Veinot 2023-05-30 | Rambling Russ. I have a plan to add Batteries to my home backup system for when the grid goes down. I only have a gas generator so far. Let's talk about my plans to expand. Of course, there are other things to discuss, too.
Super Ryobi Battery Pack Followup by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-05-11 | Rambling Russ. Based on last video about creating a battery pack (batteries in parallel), let's discuss why it ca be better. Link to last video:youtube.com/watch?v=Na1cbWL0qXY&t=5s
Ryobi Super Battery Pack & More by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-05-10 | OTB Thinker. I made 2 new accessories for my Ryobi battery pack. You will love these ideas.
Ryobi 100Ah Battery & More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-05-01 | Rambling Russ. Can we take 10 Ryobi 18v batteries and make a 100Ah battery. Let's talk about it and more.
I Am a Fogger by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-04-29 | Rambling Russ. A fogger is someone who uses F.O.G.S at home. What to find out what is a fogger.
Ryobi Powered 12v Battery Charger by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-04-19 | OTB Thinker. I made a 12v battery charger from a solar charge controller that is powered by a Ryobi tool battery. Watch to find how, why, and uses.
Rambling Rampage #8 by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-04-12 | Rambling Russ. Let's finish my 2 part rambling.Link to videos mentioned:My gripper video:youtube.com/watch?v=-5CTdNWW7EE&list=PLKEP8I-wf5kE4G-zEbp2QsjRKnUL_uTo9&index=7&t=9s&pp=gAQBiAQBGrr-ripper2 Go Link:youtube.com/watch?v=MconOrqZSAg&list=PLKEP8I-wf5kFjWKXx8lPcmjSzUf2jgbJz&index=13&t=27s&pp=gAQBiAQB
Rambling Rampage #7 by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-04-10 | Rambling Russ. Let's do a new random rambling. I have a whole bunch of topics and ideas to talk about and get your input.The Video by Benjamin Nelson about the Ryobi battery light:youtube.com/watch?v=79LX9A-nlI8&t=1s
Weatherproofing Lever Nuts by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-04-02 | OTB Thinker. Now we know how to use lever connectors, let's see how to protect the connectors from outside forces. I'll also show you how to protect those inline fuses.
Lever Nuts Tips & Tricks by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-03-24 | Rambling Russ. Let's talk lever nuts.
Run Any AC Lamp on DC Power by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-03-20 | OTB Thinker. Let me show you how to run your 100V A/C lamp on 12V DC.Link to dc light bulbs on Amazon:amazon.com/dp/B07HB7CX3N?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
OTB Ryobi Bench Power Supply & Charger by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-03-12 | OTB Thinker. I made a bench power supply that runs on 6-36v dc and inverts it to .6-36v dc. It's a buck/boost converter. I also designed it to run on Ryobi battery if you choose to, which makes it very portable. It can be used to charger Ryobi batteries also.Links to products used below.Link to knife switch at Aliexpress:aliexpress.com/item/2255800233130502.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.order_detail_item.3.6bd3f19cHztntILink to Drok DP3605 at Amazon:amazon.com/gp/product/B089ND7PTH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1Link to banana terminals:amazon.com/gp/product/B09LSTMJJ6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
ROBSS Part 2 Fence Setup by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-03-06 | OTB Thinker. ROBSS part 2. I am enhancing my Ridgid oscillating belt & spindle sander with lots of improvements. Let's talk about why I call my machine ROBSS and how there are look-alikes out there with subtle differences. We also will show you the fence system with angle adjustable features.
No More Baby Jars & More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-02-24 | Rambling Russ. Let's talk about using small containers in the shop. I used to use baby Jars when the kids were very young but now I have found a better source than baby Jars. It's prescription bottles. Let me explain.Links to videos about the OTB Gripper:Link to the Microjig Grr-ripper2 GO:youtube.com/watch?v=MconOrqZSAg&list=PLKEP8I-wf5kFjWKXx8lPcmjSzUf2jgbJz&index=3&t=4sLink to my original gripper video:youtube.com/watch?v=kEy-TXuaKKI&t=131sLink to my gripper playlist:youtube.com/watch?v=kEy-TXuaKKI&list=PLKEP8I-wf5kE4G-zEbp2QsjRKnUL_uTo9
Cheapest & Easiest DIY Ryobi Powered Lamp by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-01-31 | OTB Thinker. I found a 12v-24v dc LED light with a a26 thread. Let's make the cheapest & easiest to make Ryobi powered lamp. Then let's go OTB and look at how it's wired and how we can expand on this simple idea.Link to parts used below.Link to Light bulb:amazon.com/dp/B07HB7CX3N?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsLink to lamp fixture part:amazon.com/gp/product/B00X4C403O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1Link to Ryobi receptacle: **** buy 6 to get best price per unit *****aliexpress.us/item/3256804033803510.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.31.3a8847e9vn3XMZ&algo_pvid=ee690cca-0af0-4f65-bc69-ea8eabfd9b88&algo_exp_id=ee690cca-0af0-4f65-bc69-ea8eabfd9b88-15&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22sku_id%22%3A%2212000028423035130%22%7D&pdp_npi=2%40dis%21USD%215.83%214.08%21%21%21%21%21%40212243c016751913822276461d06bf%2112000028423035130%21sea&curPageLogUid=Xt4kAQjJMJk8
2022 Annual Review by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2023-01-28 | Let's review last year's videos and projects and look over what we plan for projects this year.
DIY Ryobi Powered Bench Power Supply by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-01-22 | OTB Thinker. I made a bench power supply using a Ryobi One+ as the power source. It is also a dc-to-dc battery charger. It's all based on a Drok 26v 5a buck/boost converter. Link to converter I used:amazon.com/dp/B089ND7PTH?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
DIY Drok DC Booster Converter Tester by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-01-17 | OTB Thinker. I bought a Drok dc boost converter with 8v-60v 15a in and 10v-120v 15a output. I built a box for it. Check out my version.
DIY Leather & Wood Hinge by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-01-10 | OTB Thinker. Let me show you how to take a scrap piece of leather & scrap wood and make a simple but durable hinge for you boxes or cabinet doors.
Ryobi Power Station Follow Up by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-01-05 | OTB Thinker. I have some questions asked about my DIY Ryobi Power Station. Let me explain the answers.Link to Diodes mentioned in this video:amazon.com/dp/B07NWJ3SDJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsLink to Tenhutt store on Amazon for generic Ryobi batteries:amazon.com/stores/BuyNow-TenHuttSmartBattery/page/B2810C31-0110-4561-969A-1380575AF8F3?ref_=ast_blnLink to all 3 videos about my 12v Ryobi battery charger:youtube.com/watch?v=HkigQWxu_k4&t=54syoutube.com/watch?v=2M-_Mz2Dtjg&t=4syoutube.com/watch?v=-CM95rizq28&t=923s
DIY Ryobi Hotswap Power Station by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2023-01-03 | OTB Thinker. Check out the improvements to my Ryobi battery Pack I made. It's better than ever.
Lemonade & DIY Ryobi Power Bank Update by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-12-26 | Rambling Russ. I made a mistake turn into a good idea and update
Ryobi Glue Gun & More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-12-15 | Rambling Russ. I enhanced my Ryobi Glue Gun. Check it out. I also talk abut much more.
Upgrading my DIY Power Station and More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-12-06 | Rambling Russ. I have upgraded my largest power station I have made. Installing a new LIFEPO4 100ah battery and a few bells and whistles.
DIY RD6018 AC DC Bench Power Supply by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-11-26 | Rambling Russ. An update on my version of the RD6018w power supply.
DIY RD6018 PS Version 1 & More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-11-17 | Rambling Russ. Here is my version 1.0 of the DIY Riden RD6018 power supply with a 110v AC to DC 24v 15A PSU. And check out my 30-year-old Kerosene heater. It has 15-year-old kerosene in it. Will it start? Let's talk about if it will burn or not.
Shop Vac Question Answered by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-11-12 | Rambling Russ. Can I overheat my shop vac? Watch to find out the answer.
My Power Supply & More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-11-03 | more rambling about my DIY bench power supply.
Found My Voice and Some Ryobi Talk by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-10-26 | Rambling Russ. Lost my voice for 2 weeks. It's coming back and I am ready to ramble about Ryobi battery info that you don't know.
Ryobi Adaptors on AliExpress and More Russ Veinot 2022-10-03 | I bought 2 styles of the Ryobi battery adaptors from AliExpress. There are 4 different type that I have seen. Let's talk about what you can do with them.Links to the 4 type of adaptorsType 1 & 2:aliexpress.us/item/3256803886546166.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=USType 3:aliexpress.us/item/3256804035096036.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=USType 4:aliexpress.us/item/3256802814508077.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=US
DIY Circular Saw Dust Collector by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2022-09-20 | OTB Thinker. I had a request to show my dust collector I made for my Ryobi P506 circular saw. Let me show building and design details on mine and what to watch for when building one of your own on any circular saw.
Mailbag Day and More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-09-14 | Rambling Russ. Let me show you what came in the mail and what I am planning.Links to Amazon purchases:amazon.com/dp/B09NGYLP8C?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsamazon.com/dp/B015ZGDYII?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsLink to Light on Aliexpress:aliexpress.com/item/3256804173427209.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.24b51802bmnUwn
No More LEDs and More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-09-07 | Rambling Russ. An update on the LED light and its failure. 3 out of 4 have gone bad in less than 2 years and one lasted only 3 months. Let me show you why I think they are failing.
No More Circuit Breakers and More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-08-31 | Rambling Russ. Let's talk about my opinion of dc circuit breakers and an update on my LED garage light issues.
AFUs Mobile or Stationary by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2022-08-07 | OTB Thinker. Air Filtration Units (afu) are important for clean shop air. One is not enough. You need one central afu and at least one mobile afu for the shop. You can make an afu with any fan. Lety me show how. Links below to individual afu's.Links:youtube.com/watch?v=Cz_5hGWt-kI&t=168syoutube.com/watch?v=xgUGmyUhG5c&t=130syoutube.com/watch?v=Thp__uRaHyc&t=63s
DIY Air Filtration Units by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-07-26 | Rambling Russ. Let's talk about AFU's (air filtration units), why you build a cheap one yourself, & why you need more than one.
45 Yr. Old Work Gloves and More by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-07-22 | Rambling Russ. Rambling about my 45 year old work gloves have some interesting ideas about them and more rambling.
Who Is the Most Influential Woman in Woodworking by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-07-11 | Rambling Russ. So, who do you think is the most influential woman in woodworking. Watch and find out who she is.
More Ryobi Battery Rambling by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-06-22 | Rambling Russ. I still have more about using Ryobi batteries as my choice for battery packs.
Ryobi Style Battery Packs & Ryobi Super Charger by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-06-21 | Let's look at the charge and discharge rate of Ryobi style batteries and how to turn the Ryobi super charger into a battery power bank. Link to diodes needed from Amazon:amazon.com/dp/B08LPZLPXN/?coliid=I37WMP2NFC808Z&colid=1E2WVGCSWV31U&psc=1&ref_=gv_ov_lig_pi_dp
Can Opener Re Invented Russ Veinot 2022-06-20 | I found this new style can opener. check this out.Link to opener on Amazon:amazon.com/gp/product/B08X68V81D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Rambling Rampage #5 by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-06-16 | Rambling Rampage #5. I will explain why I am doing more of these and talk about more stuff.
Rambling Rampage Part 4 by Rambling Russ Russ Veinot 2022-06-08 | Rambling Russ. Updates on around the shop stuff.
More DIY Ryobi Light Features by OTB Thinker Russ Veinot 2022-05-26 | OTB Thinker. We are making a light that runs on a Ryobi battery. What if you could also run on a wall outlet and run from your car. Watch and find out how.If you have never seen a tribrid light, watch and see one.
