Tool Making and Gear Making! | AL-960B Change Gear Tom Make Here 2026-09-18 | Tool Making and Gear Making! | AL-960B Change Gear
Tailstock Die Holder Build Tom Make Here 2023-07-20 | In this video I build a tailstock die holder for my lathe.I built a crude tailstock die holder years ago, but I sold it with my old hercus lathe. I decided it is about time that I replaced it with a newer, better version.Yes, there are plenty of simpler methods to constrain the part without slotting, I just wanted an excuse to try out the slotter!I'm still convincing myself that voice overs are a good format, part of me wonders if I just make silent videos with minimal talking. Let me know what you think ⬇Time stamps:0:00 Intro0:30 Guide Shaft1:43 Making a new key... and then another3:20 Turning the body4:09 Retaining Screws4:44 Slotting the body5:26 Other slotting methods6:00 Getting a grip6:23 Cold Blue Makeover7:02 TestingConsider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and behind the scenes updates! (cool people only 😎)All my links:linktr.ee/tom.make.here
This will fix my lathe Tom Make Here 2023-06-02 | So... I accidentally crashed my lathe and broke a quick change tool post cam lock stud. 😬You can't really buy these as a replacement part.How did I crash it?!I was threading a part, then had a lunch break... I came back, put the lathe in high gear for the next operation and didn't disengage the threading lever...My tool slammed into the chuck and broke the stud.I thought it was a good chance to play with an interesting eccentric partI've not really done any eccentric turning so this was fun.Consider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and more: patreon.com/tommakehereAll my links:linktr.ee/tom.make.here
This changed how I use my drill press Tom Make Here 2023-04-18 | This drill press table is a game changer. I should have built this years agoThis will be a useful setup for production work and for quickly drilling parts. No measuring requiredPlans are available:etsy.com/au/listing/1449107932/drill-press-table-plans?click_key=d99ddb0360070efa7762e75aa6511b29fa06d78a%3A1449107932&click_sum=f7354db8&ref=shop_home_active_1Consider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and more: patreon.com/tommakehereAll my links:linktr.ee/tom.make.hereAwesome Patreon supporters:NateTime stamps:0:00 Intro0:19 Table2:09 Spigot3:24 Table mounting3:51 Fence5:24 Flip Stops6:01 Aligning7:06 Testing8:04 Closing thoughts
Modular Work Stop #roughcut2022 Tom Make Here 2022-09-30 | I make a modular work stop for my band saw.This will be a useful setup for production work and for quickly cutting stock to size. No measuring requiredDon't forget to check out all of the other #roughcut2022 videos!All my links:linktr.ee/tom.make.hereConsider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and more: patreon.com/tommakehereAwesome Patreon supporters:NateTime stamps:0:00 Intro0:15 Replacing the janky rail2:09 Making the sliding carriage4:08 Locking Screw6:15 Making the top pieces7:02 Cold blue7:51 Assembly and testing9:29 BloopersApologies on the buzzing. There was some interference with my mic. I'll work to fix the issue
Surface Grinder Adjustable Legs Tom Make Here 2022-09-09 | Making adjustable leveling legs for my surface grinder.This particular machine is too low to operate and hurts my back.So I machine and fabricate adjustable feet, and also create a sheet metal drip tray.Time stamps:0:00 Intro0:14 Preparing pipes0:47 Preparing solid stock1:28 Making a custom threading tool2:27 Welding the legs3:02 Making the drip tray4:02 Installation and custom spanner4:52 Testing5:15 StickersConsider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and moreSpecial thanks to the following for their Patreon support:Natepatreon.com/tommakehereI post some updates on instagram:♦ instagram.com/tom.make.hereI sell tools and plans on my store:♦ etsy.com/au/shop/TomMakeHereMusic credits:Guts and Bourbon by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400032Artist: http://incompetech.comDobro Mash by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Artist: http://audionautix.com
Where have I been? Workshop Update Tom Make Here 2022-01-28 | Long time no video. Thought it was time for a quickie updateI've been keeping busy but haven't had time for many videos.The intention is not to brag about tools, apologies if it does come across that way.I decided to make this video very short and fast paced deliberately as update videos aren't as interesting as a project usually.I have some videos on my second channel:youtube.com/c/WazMakeHereTime stamps:0:00 General Overview0:40 Workshop lining and construction work1:32 New Lathe1:55 New Mill2:54 Stickers4:07 BloopersSpecial thanks to the following for their Patreon support:Natepatreon.com/tommakehereI post some updates on instagram:♦ instagram.com/tom.make.hereI sell tools and plans on my store:♦ etsy.com/au/shop/TomMakeHere
Mobile Gantry Crane Build Tom Make Here 2021-04-08 | Mobile gantry crane buildI made this gantry to make machine moves easier. It features an adjustable height beam due to limited door height, and a whole lot more.I thought with this video I'd touch on a few engineering concepts.I forgot to mention, Being able to level the gantry to within 50 mm means that 2.4% of the weight acts sideways. ie a 1 ton load will need 24 kg sideways force to restrain it. A runaway load can be held back by hand or a rope etc. I felt this was a manageable amountThis gantry was actually finished late Feb, but I had a lot of extra work required first (concrete loading slab for example), and then other commitments.The design is not perfect. I have improvements that I'd make in future. I might replace the bottle jacks with longer stroke jacks for faster raisingFollow me on instagram / patreon for behind the scenes and updatesAll my links: https://linktr.ee/Tom.Make.HereTime stamps:00:15 Gantry Overview and top beam1:16 Stiffeners2:05 Making the legs4:18 A frame assembly5:50 Casters6:43 Leg plates7:00 Brackets (v1)8:12 Bracket rework8:57 Leg strengthening9:32 Gantry assembly10:14 Leg winches11:12 Leg locking pins12:32 Braces (v2)14:37 Leg set screw15:18 Fixing the winch hook16:15 Hydraulic lifting17:18 Leg extension (Leg-stension?)18:10 Test lift on a mystery box18:31 Machine Move19:46 Final gantry feature20:43 Outtakes and patreon shout outConsider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and more: patreon.com/tommygmachiningShout out to the following patreon supporters:SamiNate
Channel Name Change! Tom Make Here 2021-03-31 | Sorry guys, this is the end of TommyGun MachiningThis is not a joke. Watch the video to find out why.Waz.Make.Here Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCmf75IqQmv-ViiHK4cKSkQgAll good for graphic design nowThank you to all that offeredConsider supporting me on patreon: patreon.com/tommygmachiningAwesome Patreon supporters: Nate and SamiAll of the links:https://linktr.ee/tommygmachining
TMC2020 Behind the Scenes Tom Make Here 2021-01-06 | TMC2020 Behind the Scenes.This is the making of the cinematic rotary broach #TMC2020 video youtube.com/watch?v=A-NizgMX10k&t=94s&abNormal build videos will be back soon.I know this video is not for everyone and goes into some slightly obscure topics.I make no claims that I am in any way an expert at any of these topics, but I though I'd provide a condensed overview of a lot of the techniques I learnt from youtube, and from playing around trying to get the shots.You don't need a terribly fancy lens or camera, the whole TMC video was filmed pretty much on a zoom kit lens: 12-60 mm f3.5-5.6 micro4/3 mount amzn.to/3nfiSdbIf you are interested in learning more filmmaking techniques or inspiration, I'd recommend the following amazing channels:MAKE.ART.NOW youtube.com/channel/UCmRE4gvdeDkwf1oJrsabWWQPeter Lindgren youtube.com/channel/UCtM-xct7QQx0dL-swaMzYbgParker Walbeck youtube.com/channel/UCw9zJ3qnebPPGsutiEAvu5QTime stamps:0:00 intro0:21 opening shot overview0:48 camera movement1:32 Multiple takes and the car2:04 Lighting3:35 Colour grading4:36 Night scenes9:00 Zombie deleted scene!10:15 Hero shot10:44 Importance of audio11:23 Sound design12:35 Foley art / fixing bad audioYou can help me make videos by supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and more: patreon.com/tommygmachiningSpecial thank you to the following Patrons for their support:NateI earn a small commission if you buy through these Amazon affiliate links, so it helps the channel:Main camera amzn.to/3pBvL2sPrimary Lens amzn.to/2Lg0H9zSecondary Lens amzn.to/3nfiSdbCamera mounted microphone amzn.to/3rNfRUzLav microphone amzn.to/3hyRoxCVoice over microphone amzn.to/38QUnO4Small RGB video light amzn.to/2WZKubmSecondary (danger camera) amzn.to/386iWHL
2021 Plan: Whats Ahead? Tom Make Here 2021-01-04 | Lots in store for 2021!No promises, but here is an overview!!!!PRICE DROP!!! Limited Rotary Broach for sale (also has options for broach bits as well)etsy.com/au/listing/936455449Plans available here: etsy.com/au/listing/831959563Note; plans are revised based on my prototype, and are subject to change with improvements.Consider supporting me on patreon, where you get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachiningFollow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machining
GHA Milling Machine Restoration (Deckel FP1 Clone) Tom Make Here 2020-12-29 | GHA Milling Machine RestorationThis is a George H Alexander mill, a Deckel FP1 clone, and is my first proper machine restoration.I picked it up cheap, and the machine had been sitting untouched for over 5 yearsEverything was stiff and hard to operate. I wanted to see if I could make it work again.I was really unsure as to how for I was going to go, I wasn't planning on painted, but I did in the end.There are areas that need revisiting (slotting head, x axis scoring, powerfeeds) but it all functions well for now.In total this video took 23.5 hours of editing over 3 months. Typically in 1 hour blocks.I have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining0:00 Intro0:37 Angle plate rust removal2:07 Band sawing a spanner2:41 Y axis3:44 Handwheels4:34 Handwheel clearance5:12 Slotting head7:09 Table8:10 X axis9:25 Z axis10:30 Cutting new oil grooves11:33 Column clean up12:27 Coolant Tank 🤢13:14 Stripping Paint13:38 Paint14:12 Masking Strip and reassembly14:53 Accent15:20 Final revealMusic Credit:Firebrand by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100830Artist: http://incompetech.com
Pug Milling Mechanical Build 2 Tom Make Here 2020-12-17 | Pug milling attachment build. This is a motorised infeed for a pug mill.My mum is a ceramic sculptor and mentioned it to me and the project sounded like fun, so here we are.The clay pugging process prepares the clay for the next several projects, but the pugging process takes time due to the small infeed chute and the pressure required to operate.This attachment will feature a large motorised infeed chute, and a reversible mixing gear.No dogs were harmed during the making of this video 😉Di Wazny Art:facebook.com/pages/category/Artist/Di-Wazny-Art-1516733028606746instagram.com/di.wazny.artBronze supplied by Tyne Valley Metals. Perfect for the hobbiest seeking short lengths of all types of metals https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesI have plans available:etsy.com/au/shop/TommyGMachining?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=831959563Follow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machiningI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining
Pug Milling Attachment | Mechanical Build 1 of 2 Tom Make Here 2020-11-08 | Pug milling attachment build. This is a motorised infeed for a pug mill.My mum is a ceramic sculptor and mentioned it to me and the project sounded like fun, so here we are.The clay pugging process prepares the clay for the next several projects, but the pugging process takes time due to the small infeed chute and the pressure required to operate.This attachment will feature a large motorised infeed chute, and a reversible mixing gear.Di Wazny Art:facebook.com/pages/category/Artist/Di-Wazny-Art-1516733028606746instagram.com/di.wazny.artBronze supplied by Tyne Valley Metals. Perfect for the hobbiest seeking short lengths of all types of metals https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesI have plans available:etsy.com/au/shop/TommyGMachining?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=831959563Follow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machining
DIY Bevel Cutter Build Tom Make Here 2020-09-12 | Making bevel / chamfer cutter tools for the milling machine.These allow a 45 degree bevel on either the top or bottom of a cantilevered plate.This was a fun build and a chance to experiment with fits, tapers and interesting geometry.Plans available for rotary broaches and these bevel tools: etsy.com/au/shop/TommyGMachining?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=831959563Note; plans are revised based on my prototypes, and are subject to change with improvements. Please feel free to provide feedbackThe steels used (4140 and 1214) are from Tyne Valley Metals. Perfect for the hobbiest seeking short lengths! https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesI plan to do more videos soon where I show where certain steels provide benefit. Stay tuned.Rust bluing techniques:- The Cogwheel's method: youtube.com/watch?v=xmv58Z3RZ9c&ab_channel=thecogwheel-Dans-hobbies' method: youtube.com/watch?v=xfFqyYoH2A8&ab_channel=dans-hobbiesFollow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machiningI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining0:00 Intro0:26 Reversible cutter arbor1:46 Reversible cutter head blank4:25 Custom fastener build5:12 Making a new broach bit5:52 Broaching the fastener6:09 Tapered washer6:52 Reversible cutter prelim assembly and overview7:43 Dual cutter body build8:23 Milling the dual cutter geometry9:37 Insert screws10:18 Finalising the dual cutter11:31 Finalising the reversible cutter12:08 Assembling the tools12:40 Testing the dual cutter13:38 Testing the reversible cutter14:21 Reviewing the tools14:55 Did you find the hidden message? (Watch again and comment below!)
Dog Cage / Cabinet Furniture Build Tom Make Here 2020-08-30 | Dog cage build which also doubles as a piece of furniture and a tv cabinet.It's a very different build I know, I'm not a woodworker by any means, but this turned out better than I expected.Sure there are aesthetic things I would change, but it was a quickish build and I had limited supplies on hand.The reason for the cage is because mum has a fair few dogs (see the end of the video), some are slow eaters and need separating when being they are being fed, they can go a bit crazy when there are visitors, and when the females are coming into season they need separating.Follow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machiningIf you've read this far you are invested in what I have to say, so you may as well subscribe for future projects!
Easy Rotary Broach Tool Grinding Tom Make Here 2020-07-12 | Alternate methods of rotary broach tool grinding. Hex and square broach tools can be made using a lathe, mill or bench grinderA rotary broach lets you cut internal (and external) features such as a hex, spline or a square into an existing hole. This is very useful to make custom tools.Rotary Broach build here:youtube.com/watch?v=UKgHR4gcTyo&feature=youtu.beBuilt for the TMC2020 competitionPlans available here: etsy.com/au/listing/831959563Note; plans are revised based on my prototype, and are subject to change with improvements.Drop a comment or an email (go to my 'about page' for email address) if you are interested in buying a rotary broach tool or just the tool bits themselves. If I get enough interest, I will make a batch.Follow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machiningSteel used is from Tyne Valley Metals. Check them out for a variety of materials: https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesI plan to do more videos soon where I show where certain steels provide benefit. Stay tuned.Joe Pieczynski's tool grinding video here:youtube.com/watch?v=yu02RLpq_K0Eccentric Engineering (Bench grinder sharpening system and more)https://www.eccentricengineering.com.au/Crag's workshop demonstrated a simpler bench grinder method here:youtube.com/watch?v=h42Yw2SH_7s&t=2sMAKE SURE YOU COVER YOUR WAYS BEFORE GRINDINGI didn't cover my lathe as well as I should have but I made sure to thoroughly wipe everything afterwards
Detailed Rotary Broach #TMC2020 Tom Make Here 2020-07-02 | Detailed version of my #TMC2020 entry where I build a rotary broach.A rotary broach lets you cut internal (and external) features such as a hex, spline or a square into an existing hole. This is very useful to make custom tools.I also have a cinematic version of the build here:youtu.be/A-NizgMX10kAll of my links:https://linktr.ee/Tom.Make.HereHere you can find plans, tools for sale, behind the scenes and other ways of supporting meSome easier broach grinding methods here:youtu.be/FQUGZQdFiRcBig thank you to Emma and Steven for hosting and judging the competition entries this yearyoutube.com/user/emmawatchrepairyoutube.com/user/rslng52The special steels used (4140 and 1214) are from Tyne Valley Metals. Check them out for some offcuts. https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesI plan to do more videos soon where I show where certain steels provide benefit. Stay tuned.Competition playlist here, go and give the other entries some love!youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUNkS7pOL3zvriadIoi-6uNYkxx1y71XjPlease excuse the noise from the rain in places0:00 Plan overview0:34 Making the backplate1:38 Starting the body1:55 How to bore to a shoulder2:51 Cutting grooves in the body3:21 Drilling the body flange4:05 Interesting metrology technique5:20 Adding material back to a bore6:30 Making the spindle7:14 Setup to grind hex tools8:19 Grinding the hex tools8:48 Assembling the tool9:19 How a rotary broach works10:16 Testing the tool12:15 The money shot
Cinematic Rotary Broach #TMC2020 Entry Tom Make Here 2020-07-02 | Cinematic version of my #TMC2020 entry where I build a rotary broach.A rotary broach lets you cut internal (and external) features such as a hex, spline or a square into an existing hole. This is very useful to make custom tools.I also have a detailed version of the build here:youtube.com/watch?v=UKgHR4gcTyo&feature=youtu.bePlans available here: etsy.com/au/listing/831959563Note; plans are revised based on my prototype, and are subject to change with improvements.Drop a comment or an email if you are interested in buying a rotary broach tool or just the tool bits themselves. If I get enough interest, I will make a batch.Follow me on instagram for behind the scenes and other random stuffinstagram.com/tommygun_machiningThis was a fun video to make!I wanted to make it as cinematic feeling as I could being a one man band, while still showing the build. There were a lot of cinematography and lighting techniques that I learnt and I may do a 'making of' video. Let me know if you are interested in seeing this.Big thank you to Emma and Steven for hosting and judging the competition entries this yearyoutube.com/user/emmawatchrepairyoutube.com/user/rslng52Competition playlist here, go and give the other entries some love!youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUNkS7pOL3zvriadIoi-6uNYkxx1y71Xj
Custom Hydraulic Tool Build Tom Make Here 2020-06-20 | A custom hydraulic tool was required at work so I thought I would give it a go.A special pin spanner was needed to unscrew a hydraulic accumulator for maintenance.I thought I would talk through the thought process a bit more in this one.4140 and 1214 hex stock from Tyne Valley Metals:https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprises0:00 Intro0:50 Roughing out the body2:32 Measuring and drilling the holes4:52 Locktite and life hacks6:20 Putting a hex in7:13 Using the tool8:33 Wrapping up
Band Saw Table Build Tom Make Here 2020-05-31 | Band saw table build.The next major upgrade for my band saw - a table for the vertical positionThis is a continuation of my conversion of my horizontal metal band saw into a horizontal/vertical saw.This table install presented a few design challenges due to limited clearance. In the horizontal position the table can't really overhang the blade, and generally this saw didn't offer a lot of space.I made a quick release dovetailed system so that I can rapidly reposition the table. I loosely took inspiration from a camera tripod mount in this designUnfortunately there were a few audio sync issues a 'dead spot' I was trying new editing workflows and it didn't work out too well. I think the video is still watchable despite these.I have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining
Low Profile Mill Clamps Tom Make Here 2020-05-10 | Low Profile Mill Clamps build for holding flat plates at the mill!I think these are going to be a game changer for me. You can expect to see more of these in the future.The hex heads are easy swapped out if I want another shape of workholding.Eg a small gripper for say a plastic part see Stefans recent video where he makes some for the lathe youtube.com/watch?v=lsSBKUMT5EwAlternatively they could be aluminium or brass to prevent marking a nice work piece. The options are endlessI went for no talking ASMR for this one. Let me know if you do want any detailsI know my cold bluing came out a bit average unfortunately. I can't have cleaned the parts as well as I should have. Also I shouldn't have double dipped the brush I know.I have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachiningThe hex stock material was 1214 steel supplied by Tyne Valley Metals. They have a variety of engineering metals including 4140, bearing bronze, D2 tool steel and more.https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesHey you! Yeah, you reading this!Hit that button that says 'Subscribe'!Good things will happen. Promise 😉
Mag Chuck Restoration Tom Make Here 2020-05-03 | Lets fix up and restore a magnetic chuckThe mechanism was completely seized and needed attentionThis isn't a repaint restoration, or a pristine perfect restoration. I just want to get this functional and use it.The chuck has been sitting on the floor of my shed for 6 months due to it not working. It was still wet inside when I opened it up. I would say the bacteria / corrosion has been happening for 10+ yearsThe pin material was 1214 steel supplied by Tyne Valley Metals. They have a variety of engineering metals including 4140, bearing bronze, D2 tool steel and more.https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining
Band Saw Upgrade horizontal/vertical Tom Make Here 2020-04-17 | Band Saw Upgrade to a flippable horizontal/vertical configurationIn this video I convert a horizontal band saw into a switchable vertical / horizontal band saw.I also make various improvements and fixes to the machine. I know the saw doesn't fully reach a vertical position but it is close enough to use, and I think it's within my comfort once I mount a table.This WP210 band saw was sitting around unused for about 6 years at my work (it was too small apparently). It made sense to put it to use in my shed instead!The next video will focus on making a nice quick change dovetail work table for the vertical position, and finalising other workholding aspects and tidying up my workAlso apologies on the inconsistent lighting throughout the project. As soon as the world settles down I'll get some thick curtains on my sliding door.And also yes, the 'click to analyse' shouldn't be there!
Retractable CNC Touch Plates! Tom Make Here 2020-03-20 | Let's make retractable touch plates for the CNC router!I made 2 types, a Z Probe and an X-Y ProbeThis has been on my to do list for a long timeUsing the surface grinder is probably overkill for the accuracy of the router. At a guess the router is maybe accurate to 0.05 mm on a good day.The #1 Touch Plate is SOLD! I will have other items on ebay here now and then: https://www.ebay.com.au/sch/tommygunmachining/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=If people are interested I might make more of these touch platesSpecial thanks to Adventures With A Very Small Lathe for helping out with the sticker sequence youtube.com/channel/UCgye4RmWOR8AmleinMxgbYwMaterial supplied by Tyne Valley Metals:https://www.ebay.com.au/str/tynevalleymetalsfacebook.com/tynevalleyenterprisesMusic by Kevin MacLeod. Available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license.Download link: incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200079
SteamFest 2020 Tom Make Here 2020-03-10 | A quick compilation video from the 2020 Steamfest event in Tasmania.Steamfest is an annual even held in March in Sheffield Tasmania over 3 days.There is lots to see and do, and is worth checking out!I volunteer with Redwater Creek Steam and Heritage Society, and was helping out where I could. At some point I'll do more videos where we work on the engines (an endless task!)Apologies on some of the footage jumping around. I tried to fix the worst of it in post
Machinists Tie Fighter Build! Tom Make Here 2020-03-04 | Machinist's Tie Fighter build! This model was made as part of NYCCNC's 'make a tie fighter challenge' in January 2020.My concept was to primarily use manual machining methods to make the ship. The CNC router was employed to add a greebled recess in each wing, which then enabled the dark panels on the wings using a cold blue (selenium dioxide) solution.I may do a follow up video on getting better better cold blue results.I'm aware that CNC routers are not a great choice for milling steel, I kept my spindle speed low as practical (and thus feed as well) and used my smallest endmill to avoid excessive surface speed burning it up. It did struggle with cutting the steel, but who am I to argue with the result?And yes, I know there are still face mill marks on the wing, I didn't make the recess deep enough couldn't sand much deeper. BUT if you listen to George Lucas discuss the Star Wars world, he intentionally made things 'dirty and used' to make it more realistic. So I'm justifying it as being 'in with the Star Wars look'!NYC CNC's video:youtube.com/watch?v=2ZT69mrnC8Q&t=0s-- Star Wars nerd, out
Lets Grind a Mag Chuck Tom Make Here 2020-02-02 | Surface grinder setup work, grinding the mag chuck, using coolant and addressing some issues from the previous video...Subscribe?
New Surface Grinder! Tom Make Here 2020-01-12 | New to me machine:This is a Kent KGS-200 surface grinder, an 800 kg beast.It is ridiculously solid, the name plate badge on the front is thicker than my mill column!There was a reasonable amount of work to install, wire up and get this machine runningNote these are not instructional videos, I take no responsibility for any injury or damage arising from replicating the activities shown. Use your head, hire riggers and movers. Get an electrician to do your wiringI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachiningSome examples of surface grinder cool cats:Stefan youtube.com/user/syylThis Old Tony youtube.com/user/featonyTom Lipton youtube.com/user/oxtoolcoRobin Renzetti youtube.com/channel/UCn4U3aEr6L2nLe1m_3as6JQ
Powerfeed Build Mechanical + Assembly Tom Make Here 2019-12-28 | In this video I build the mechanical kachunka chunka of the mill powerfeed, assemble and operate the powerfeed (finally)Big thanks to Rustinox for agreeing to the sticker sequence. Check him out:youtube.com/channel/UCCdehjn-R9mM8CdgqO7WZLAI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachiningWell that's all from me-End Transmission-
Mill Powerfeed Coding! Tom Make Here 2019-12-21 | Ok a few of you asked, I deliverThis video won't be for everyone, and it ended up longer than I intended, but I thought I would go into detailThis is a discussion on how the program works, starting with the concept, going through logic steps in a flow chart, before talking through the code.I forgot to mention it, I found Serial commands slow the program down and can't be used while trying to drive the stepper (it becomes erratic)Powerfeed mechanical kachunka-chunka video should be out between Christmas and the New year (Hopefully)Have a happy and safe Christmas everyone.
I got to destroy a crane! Tom Make Here 2019-11-23 | Today (23 November 2019) at work we successfully executed a controlled collapse of the P6 portainer crane at Burnie Port (Tasmania)The crane has been unused for almost 10 years and to make way for future port development the crane was required to be demolished.A controlled collapse was chosen in favor of insitu demolition and was performed by installing temporary bracing cables, making strategic cuts in the structure, and then initiating the collapse via a pull line.The operation was successful.I don't normally post work stuff here, but this one is too good not to share
Surface Plate Workstation Tom Make Here 2019-11-18 | A small side project to setup a dedicated surface plate workstation.Including a covering lid and storage for surface platey tools and automatic light for illumination.I used white paint so that dirt is easy to spot and clean.If nothing else the LED light strip makes it look coolIt will need turning off when bluing parts however, this is fine by me
Powerfeed 3 Wired up! Tom Make Here 2019-11-04 | In this video I mount the controls to the mill and also discuss connection optionsVery close to having this project finishedI decided to keep this one brief, future videos will be more interesting, so if you got through this one, you might as well subscribe!Apologies the video quality, it dropped a bit when I compressed it prior to uploading. I didn't realise until it was uploaded
How to make a Dog Clutch Tom Make Here 2019-10-20 | How to layout the geometry for a dog clutch and cut the teethDepending on your hole sizing and number of teeth you can greatly simplify the cutting geometry with 1 cut per tooth. The alternative method (not shown here, everyone else tends to do this) requires 2 cuts per tooth with the second cut requiring a lateral offset.This part is for the mill powerfeed project coming soonI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachiningIf you are interested enough to read this far, you had better Subscribe!
Project Powerfeed Part 2 Tom Make Here 2019-09-29 | Continuing the smart powerfeed project for the millThis video focuses on the limitations and build of the mounting and housing plates of the system. Perhaps the least exciting components of the build, however it's exciting to see the shape formingThe powerfeed will be 'smart' in that it can be told what to do and can be programmed.Woohoo 3 videos in 3 weeks! Let's see if I can get another for next week--End Transmission--
Lantern Chuck Build Tom Make Here 2019-09-22 | Let's build a large lantern chuck!If you are horologically minded you will already know that these are used with small screwsThis particular chuck is sized to suit up to an 8 mm boltTrying something a bit different; no music and some voice overI first heard about lantern chucks through The Home Machinist Podcast, I'd recommend giving it a listen thecogwheel.net/category/podcastJustin youtube.com/channel/UC4qMguQuG7N4CFwOP1jyo4AMax youtube.com/channel/UCdMt_havo3BxZJscvRCOGcwStefan youtube.com/channel/UCY8gSLTqvs38bR9X061jFWwAgain thank you Emma and John for organising tipblitz19!Emma youtube.com/channel/UCGzK_LtfsUZ5KG1CczVg8AAJohn youtube.com/channel/UCwfr0K9NJKIgxOqYr5TTeJgI have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining
Tall Plate Milling Tip Blitz! Tom Make Here 2019-09-14 | Let's look at milling tall plates safely, and contribute to spamming youtube with tips!Plate clamping, facemills, endmills, feed direction, cutter position are all discussedPlease forgive my 'P's in the microphone, I'm trying out a new audio setupPS it's harder to intentionally break endmills than you would think!#tipblitz19 #tipsblitz19Music:The Elevator Bossa Nova by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) bensound.comLicensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
Project Powerfeed Part 1 Tom Make Here 2019-08-25 | We are finally putting a powerfeed on the mill!This video focuses on the electronics of the system, and we also look at solving CNC router electrical interference.The powerfeed will be 'smart' in that it can be told what to do and can be programmed. I decided not to make it smarter as we could have a robot uprising on our hands 🤖This marks a departure from the previously established style and going more in depth. Feel free to drop feedback positive or otherwise, I'd like to knowIf you are still reading this, you can stop anytimeMusic:Hall of the Mountain King" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/2RDX5sVEfs4Originally composed by Edvard Grieg 1875
Tool Comp Unboxing and Mill Upgrade Sneak Peak Tom Make Here 2019-07-21 | In this quick video we unbox the videography prize from the toolmaking competition 2019 (no dragons Emma).Also testing out the CNC router and a quick preview of the mill upgrades (progress is already underway)Competition playlist, seriously, go have a look! youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUNkS7pOL3ztHEQiPn6tmn-BBgj0YeMzUAgain thank you Emma and Steve! (and contributers Randy Richard, Keith Fenner)youtube.com/channel/UCGzK_LtfsUZ5KG1CczVg8AAyoutube.com/user/rslng52youtube.com/channel/UCmeR2apcSAeH21q-xcNwdfwyoutube.com/user/KEF791/videos
Workshop Update! Tom Make Here 2019-06-10 | If the title didn't give it away this is a workshop update. I haven't uploaded for a while so I thought I'd make an update video about workshop happenings and future plans.
Mill Work Stop Tom Make Here 2019-04-21 | I make a work stop for the milling machineThis is an entry into Emma's Spareroom Toolmaking Competition 2019Competition playlist and rules: youtube.com/watch?v=kTQX7vOrXa8&list=PLUNkS7pOL3ztHEQiPn6tmn-BBgj0YeMzU&index=2&t=1sI decided to go with a completely different themeGood luck with your workshop gremlins!#toolmakingcompetition2019 #whenhellfreezesoverGremlin (Jawa) Sounds from Star Wars IV: A New HopeMusic:Dark Fog by fesliyanstudios.comLETTING GO by Nicolai Heidlas
Cables, Carts and Bench! Tom Make Here 2019-03-25 | Central workbenches are a challenge for cable management.In this video we briefly discuss some of the challenges and try to overcome them.Also we build a plasma cutter cart, show off the new fabrication workshop and talk about the 2019 Tool maker's competition!Tool Making Competition:youtube.com/watch?v=kTQX7vOrXa8&list=PLUNkS7pOL3ztHEQiPn6tmn-BBgj0YeMzU&index=2Music:"Black Vortex" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Quick Change Gearbox Build P6 Tom Make Here 2019-02-17 | Part 6 of Quick Change Gearbox Build: The Finale!In this video we assemble everything, (then reassemble it multiple times) and do some testingNote that the gearbox is very noisy due to the input gears. These are my first ever gears and a re a crude involute profile making them load at speed. There are also some shafts that I will fix up as they are slightly undersized and the gears rattle a bit in the multiplier assembly at speed.My biggest regret is the paint colour not matching!I've gone for a slightly different style in the video, trying to maintain the flow, but turning the pace down a bit to get some more concepts across. Let me know if it does or doesn't work!I have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachining- - - - -Channels mentionedCam at Battler youtube.com/channel/UCOeWaRrLH1hNB7VqzA8OGRQEmma's Spareroom Machineshop youtube.com/channel/UCGzK_LtfsUZ5KG1CczVg8AA- - - - -Music:Epic Theme No. 2 "Majestic/Epic" by Steven O’Brien soundcloud.com/stevenobrienCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/nD6_aQIJgW0Someways by Nicolai Heidlas Music soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlasAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/gYKg7KhuRZ
New Vice | Fixtures and Clamping Tips! Tom Make Here 2018-12-26 | Making a fixture for a precision toolmaker's vice.Discussion on clamping and work holdingA small side projectYeah I know, I splelt ridiculous wrong
Quick Change Gearbox Build P5 Tom Make Here 2018-12-13 | Part 5 of Quick Change Gearbox BuildWe make the transpose assembly. This allows my imperial lathe to cut metric thread pitches by using a series of compund gears to approximate a reasonable 1.27 transpose ratio.
Quick Change Gearbox Build P4 Tom Make Here 2018-11-25 | Part 4 of Quick Change Gearbox Build.This is a chance to update where we are at with the build and review some design elements of the gearboxWe are getting close, the gearbox build progresses in the background...
Camera Boom Upgrade! Tom Make Here 2018-11-08 | Fabricated upgrade to my camera boom.It adds a swivel, telescopic length, and more stiffness to the boom.It's a massive improvement on my old fixed wooden camera boom that would always get in my wayIn this video we (by we I mean I) discuss the issues, solution, I make it happen, I make it happen again when I make a mistake, then discuss some engineering principals that apply to the boom.Momentum by Zplit soundcloud.com/zplitCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/xGnJwZVRFGoCold Funk - Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-...Artist: http://incompetech.comMusic promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/Vhd6Kc4TZls
Quick Change Gearbox Build P3 Tom Make Here 2018-10-29 | Part 3 of Quick Change Gearbox BuildI make the gear selectors in this video. Essentially these are gears that slide on a keyed shaft and engage with the desired gearREAL RIDE by Nicolai Heidlas Music soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlasCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/AkumpVSv1VY
Quick Change Gearbox Build P2 Tom Make Here 2018-09-11 | Quick Change Gearbox build for the lathe part 2.I'm calling this part the multiplier assembly. It allows gear ratios from 1:64 to 64:1 in multiples of 2 (1:1, 1:2, 1:4... etc)We have meshing gears!I have a patreon account if you wish to help support the channel. Through this you can get early access and morepatreon.com/tommygmachiningMusic:BACK IN SUMMER by Nicolai Heidlas Music soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlasCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/sGsC98vR4Q4Microchip - Farnham youtu.be/hWhHePRPAYs
Lathe Gear Stud Repair + Tailstock Shim Tom Make Here 2018-08-28 | Shimming my lathe tail stock to align it with my spindleI also repair a stripped and bent gear studThis video is a bit of a filler while I work on the Quick Change Gear BoxMusic:Cold Funk - Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-...Artist: http://incompetech.comMusic promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/Vhd6Kc4TZls
