Lidl Parkside Cordless Chainsaw PKSA 20 LI A1 Review updateBens Workshop2020-05-31 | An update to the review I did of the Lidl Parkside Cordless Chainsaw PKSA 20-LI A1 here:
In use cutting back lelandii here: youtube.com/watch?v=obYA3ns3Cc4Atlas 10 Lathe steady rest/Fixed steady repairBens Workshop2022-11-27 | I have an upcomming proect which will need the fixed steady/steady rest and I needed to get it working correctly.
0:00 Introduction 2:32 filing the burs off the fingers so they can be withdrawn. 3:55 Trying to withdraw a finger 6:24 Looking at a finger, cleaning threads. 7:39 Filing the finger a bit more, and making sure it slides freely 8:57 Checking the locking bolt thread 12:35 Removing another finger 14:59 Removing locking spacer 15:25 Cleaing threads 16:44 Checking threads run nicely 18:30 Removing a sticking finger 19:26 Checking and clearing more locking threads 21:20 Checking adjusting threads run freely 22:13 Checking another finger moves freely 23:55 "adjusting" finger 25:35 Checking other fingers 27:15 Checking other adjusting threads and fingers 30:10 Putting it back together 33:15 ConclusionsDickson type Quick change tool post T37 for the Myford ML7 reviewBens Workshop2022-11-20 | I bought a T37 Dickson type quick change toolpost for my Myford ML7. (Also sometimes called a Dixon type) From the description, it is called a Torrens Quick Change toolpost.
Here is is a review, unboxing and it in operation so you can see if you think it is any good.
0:00 Introduction 0:40 What is in the box 3:27 How the toolpost actually works 4:19 Comments on condition 5:05 What you get 9:10 Fitting to the lathe 11:23 A better look at the tool holders 12:29 Setting a tool's center height 16:00 Parting steel. 19:56 Checking center height on parting blade 21:47 Facing off steel 23:14 Turning steel 24:43 Looking at the results 25:09 Facing off aluminium 26:45 Boring aluminium 30:45 Looking at the results of boring aluminium 30:54 ConclusionsLondon To Brighton Veteran Car run 2022 Part 2Bens Workshop2022-11-07 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022, part 2 of 2London To Brighton Veteran Car run 2022 Part 1Bens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022, part 1 of 2 More to follow.London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022 Number 6 #shorts #shortsvideoBens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022. More to follow.London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022 Number 5 #shorts #shortsvideoBens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022. More to follow.London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022 Number 4 #shorts #shortsvideoBens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022. More to follow.London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022 Number 3 #shorts #shortsvideoBens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022. More to follow.London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022 Number 2 #shorts #shortsvideoBens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022. More to follow.London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022 Number 1 #shorts #shortsvideoBens Workshop2022-11-06 | Taken on the London to Brighton Veteran car run 2022. More to follow.Home Shop Machinist 40 ton arbor press 10mm Test Weld #welding #welderBens Workshop2022-10-30 | With the upcoming build of the 40 ton arbor press I thought I would have another go at welding 10 mm plate. I did a much better job than last time.
0:00 Introduction 1:30 Welder settings 4:10 Tacking 5:53 Running the root weld 8:30 Showing the root weld 8:50 Running the cap weld 13:15 First look at the weld 13:51 Removing slag and some safety warnings 17:09 Looking at squareness 17:35 ConclusionHome Shop Machinist 40 ton arbor press More Pin CalculationsBens Workshop2022-10-27 | More calculations on the size of pins for the Home Shop Machinist 40 ton press, which is similar to the Practical Mechanics 10 ton arbor press as made by @Fireball Tool
Many thanks to James @Turbo Conquering Mega Eagle who provided a very useful comment.Stainless Steel collapsible wood fired camping stove, unboxing, test and reviewBens Workshop2022-10-23 | A while ago I bought a stainless steel collapsible wood stove, and here I un-box and test it.
If you want to find one here are some useful search terms: Search terms
0:00 Introduction and unboxing 1:55 First lighting attempt 6:42 Lighting the stove 10:21 Kettle on! 10:56 Kettle Boiled! 12:02 A look in the fire 13:06 A look at the stove after the fire 14:23 Putting the stove away 15:11 ConclusionsHome Shop Machinist 40 ton arbor press Will it work?Bens Workshop2022-10-20 | A week ago I showed plans from Home Shop Machinist to make a 40 ton arbor press and compared it to a similar 10 ton press from Popular mechanics from metal in part donated by the very kind @ian matthews
The Popular Mechanics arbor press was made by @Fireball Tool
Here I discuss if either will work.Optimus 8r, official instructions, lighting and And Safety NotesBens Workshop2022-10-16 | Three years ago I uploaded a video on lighting the Optimus 8r gasoline/petrol camping stove, following the instructions.
A couple of weeks ago someone asked for advice on how you should approach lighting one for the first time when it is new to you. This video hopefully answers those questions.
Quite a few people in the comments decided to tell me that I was doing it incorrectly, so I have posted a picture of the instructions in a community post (link below) and a picture of the instructions too. The text was produced by my Google Pixel 6A
0:00 Introduction 0:48 Unboxing 1:07 The instructions 1:35 Opening the stove and things to check 3:13 The cleaning needle 4:47 If you are worried about fire 6:22 Additional safety note 7:35 Filling with fuel 9:13 Filling the spirit cup 10:46 Lighting the spirit cup 12:15 Lighting the burner 13:09 Putting the kettle on! 14:37 Kettle boiled! make tea! 15:35 Turning off and back to the workshop and conslusions.Upcoming Project Home Shop Machinist/Popular mechanics 40 ton arbor pressBens Workshop2022-10-13 | @ian matthews very kindly donated some material for an upcoming project. You should check his channel out here: youtube.com/user/storeman001
He really is a top man and has some amusing videos.
In December 2021, @Fireball Tool published a video of making a 10 ton arbor press from plans from Popular Mechanics, and was discussing that with someone when they said there was an alternative from Home Shop Machinist, for a 40 to arbor press that looks the same.
If you would like to contribute to tooling etc, please hit the super thanks.Brazing Copper And Vortex MAPP gas Brazing Torch UpdateBens Workshop2022-10-09 | Showing the 3 torch heads on the Vortex brazing torch and their flames and brazing a bit of copper.
0:00 Introduction 0:49 Showing the 3 different torches the Vortex has 2:00 Showing the job and preparation 2:55 Showing the joint 4:27 Applying flux 6:14 Pre-heating to dry the flux 6:34 Heating to brazing temperature 7:23 Applying brazing rod 8:12 Quenching 9:02 Showing the results 9:39 ConclusionsVortex MAP Brazing Torch with Brazing demonstrationBens Workshop2022-10-06 | Vortex Map Brazing Torch Unboxing and Brazing
This video is long to show in real time how long it takes to heat steel up to a high enough temperature to braze with SIF Bronze No 1 brazing rods which melt at 900C but flow freely at 950 to 1000.
0:00 Introduction 1:02 Showing previous brazing attempt 1:18 The Vortex Brazing torch and gas Unboxing 3:01 Changing the torch end 4:00 Putting it together and instructions 4:40 Mixing flux 6:25 Applying flux 6:57 Fitting gas cylinder 7:44 Heating the work to braze 11:54 Applying brazing rod 12:21 Done! 12:49 Quenching 12:56 The result 13:19 Second part to be brazed, applying flux 14:30 Heating the work 20:55 Applying brazing rod 22:24 Finished heating, now Quenching 25:04 Looking at the result 25:40 ConclusionsSilver Soldering Test Copper BronzeBens Workshop2022-10-02 | I had a practice silver soldering. I also practised brazing but that jut didn't work so I am not showing that....
0:00 Introduction 0:37 Mixing flux 3:01 Applying the flux 3:52 Applying heat 5:08 Applying silver solder 5:58 Cooling the work piece 6:53 Showing the results 7:46 Showing failed brazing 8:26 The endLidl Parkside Air V Electric Nibbler, the PDBN 6.3 A1 V the PMK 550 A1Bens Workshop2022-09-28 | Lidl Parkside Air V Electric Nibbler, the PDBN 6.3 A1 V the PMK 550 A1
Please note the air nibbler is hampered by the small compressor I currently have access to.
0:00 Introduction 0:40 A look at the air nibbler 0:55 Electic and air nibblers side by side 1:05 Differences bewteen air and electric nibblers 1:42 Air nibbler cut 2:25 Electic nibbler cut 2:45 Curve cutting with the air nibbler 3:35 Comparing to cut from electric nibbler 3:56 Comparing long straight cuts 5:59 The results 6:20 ConclusionsTig consumables for the Lidl Parkside Inverter Welder PTMI-180A1 and practising TIG & MIG weldingBens Workshop2022-09-25 | Tig consumbles for the Lidl Parkside Inverter Welder PTMI-180A1 and practising TIG & MIG welding.
0:00 Introduction 0:35 Where to get consumbles 1:30 A look at some consumbles 9:28 Test TIG welding some box section 14:40 Results of TIG welding 15:48 Test MIG welding 18:54 Results of MIG welding 19:15 ConclusionsLidl Parkside Nibbler PMK 550 A1 review update, cut finish and how tight a curve it can cutBens Workshop2022-09-23 | Lidl Parkside Nibbler PMK 550 A1 review update, cut finish and how tight a curve it can cut.
After a view asked about cut finish and how tight a curve it could cut I made this video to answer the question. The original video is here:
0:00 Introduction 1:05 Straight cut 1:29 How is the finish? 2:28 Cutting a tight curve 3:03 The result of a tight curve cut 4:13 A better look at finish 4:30 A look at the swarf 4:52 Conclusions3,000 subscribers! Thank you very much!Bens Workshop2022-09-18 | Thank you to all my subscribers for getting me to 3,000 subscribers!
And how long should the video of me making a swarf pickup tool be?Fixing Slight leak in toilet flush pipeBens Workshop2022-09-11 | Fixing a leak in the toilet flush pipe, a follow up to last weeks video where I managed to leaver a weep.Fixing A Toilet Flush fix, changing the syphon washer.Bens Workshop2022-09-04 | Fixing A Toilet Flush fix, changing the syphon washer.
This i a quick easy repair, though you do need to make sure you either have an appropriate syphon washer or bit of soft flexible plastic.
Also, at the end, you can see I have the pipe going in to the cistern at an angle, this is wrong and has led to drips. That is a quick fix, a video will be coming on that.
0:00 Introduction 0:25 Stopping the water without a shut off 2:00 Emptying the cistern of water 3:10 Undoing the syphon coupling 4:45 Disconnecting the flush handle from the syphon 5:02 Disassembly of the syphon 5:10 Removing old syphon washer 6:10 Fitting a new washer 10:35 Re-assembly of the syphon unit 11:57 Reconnecting the flush leaver 12:19 Fitting the pipe. (Badly...) 15:13 Filling up and testing 16:37 Fixing a small leak with rubber grease 19:40 Refitting everything (Still not quite right) 22:04 Refilling and testing 23:40 ConclusionsMaking an Incinerator form an oil Barrel with a Lidl Parkside PPS 30 A1 Plasma CutterBens Workshop2022-08-14 | Making an Incinerator form an oil Barrel with a Lidl Parkside PPS 30 A1 Plasma Cutter.
A neighbour asked if I had anything that would cut an oil barrel lid open. I said I did. Here is the result.Fixing a hole in a wall to prevent mice and other critters getting inBens Workshop2022-08-07 | It's important to keep an eye on the fabric of your house and if you see any holes fill them otherwise you could get all sorts of things making a home for themselves.
Here I fill in a hole in the mortar between bricks that could allow mice to get in. It is a quick and simple job.Lidl Parkside Inverter Welder/TIG Welder PTMI 180A1 unboxing, test welds and reviewBens Workshop2022-08-05 | On Thursday the 4th of August I bought a Lidl Parkside Inverter Welder/TIG Welder PTMI 180A1 and here is my unboxing video, with welding tests with TIG on steel and stainless steel and a test weld on thick steel with a 4 mm welding rod.
0:00 Introduction 0:19 Unboxing 1:44 Problem with the lead and solution 2:33 Finishing unboxing 4:32 The TIG Torch 7:36 A regulator for the welder 8:28 Problem with the gas connection and its solution 10:02 Preparation of metal to be welded 10:35 Grinding the tungsten electrode 13:57 Back from Lidl with a new welder 14:40 Showing how to tighten the regulator fittings and setting flow rate 16:15 Adjusting the welder settings 17:23 Safety notes 18:26 TIG welding mild steel 3mm thick 20:16 Showing the weld 20:46 TIG welding 1.2 mm stainless steel 23:45 Showing the stainless steel weld 24:05 welding stainless steel pipe badly 26:35 welding stainless steel pipe 31:26 Showing the weld on stainless steel pipe 33:05 TIG Welding 1mm mild steel sheet 37:40 Showing the result 39:13 TIG welding a thin stainless steel corner 43:20 Showing the result 44:21 Arc MMA Welding 1/2 inch steel plate with a 4mm rod 46:40 Showing the result 48:40 An explanation of how the settings work 49:52 ConclusionRemoving an injector stuck in a Jaguar X-Type diesel Same as Mondeo Mk 3Bens Workshop2022-07-31 | Removing an injector stuck in a Jaguar X-Type diesel Same as Mondeo Mk 3.
In this video where I went into detail on removing injectors on these cars, you can see I could not move the injector in No 2 cylinder. Here I remove it. youtube.com/watch?v=ItxyBr37jOk
I will edit a video of a more difficult (in a different way) injector removal and publish soon.
0:00 Introduction 0:15 What I am using 0:55 Undoing pipe unions 1:35 Removing rocker cover injector seal 1:48 Trying to remove the hot injector 6:05 Taking the injector out but risking a split injector 8:24 Using a home made injector puller 9:42 Cleaning the tube and removing the sealing washer 16:27 Ftiing new injector 20:05 Wiring etc 22:16 removing Wiring etc to fit the rocker seal I forgot 24:43 Testing and looking for leaks 25:33 ConclusionsLidl Parkside Cordless Chainsaw PKSA 20 LI-A1 V leylandii : Who will win?Bens Workshop2022-07-24 | Some neighbours had an issue with a leylandii hedge between them, so I said I'd have a go at topping it out if they took away the cuttings...
So here is my Lidl Parkside Cordless Chainsaw PKSA 20 LI-A1 that I first reviewed on the 29th of March 2020 (link below) trying to cut a leylandii hedge down to size.
The original review is here: youtube.com/watch?v=zPZ655k30pw And there is an update here: youtube.com/watch?v=_l5hJdsho3gInjector removal tool modifications for removing Jaguar X Type and Ford Mondeo Mk3 diesel injectorsBens Workshop2022-07-17 | In the video I published last week on changing injectors, (link below) I could not move the injector in cylinder no 2, as the bought tool was beginning to bend. I had a home made tool I used on Cylinder 3 I made last year that did not work properly on cylinder 2. This video is modifying it.
0:00 Introduction 0:50 Cutting up the old one 3:27 Cleaning up and chamfering in the lathe 7:43 Cutting a slot for the spanner 13:34 welding the height extension on 15:50 Cleaning up the weld 17:29 Adjusting the handle to fit 18:30 welding the handle on 23:55 welding on a handle extension 28:46 Letting it cool down and conclusionsJaguar X Type 2.0L Diesel Injector Change same as Ford Modeo Diesel Mk 3Bens Workshop2022-07-10 | Here I am changing an injector on another Jaguar X Type. whilst failing on another one.
0:00 Introduction 0:32 Removing engine cover 0:56 Removing Leak off connectors 1:21 Why you need to prevent the Injector body from rotating 2:49 Removing leak off pipe 3:26 Removing electrical connector 3:47 Removing injector pipe 4:49 Failed attempt to remove injector No 2 7:31 Removing injector No 4 leak off 13:28 Fitting new injector 15:15 Torquing it up 16:05 Re-fitting the injector boot 17:00 Re-fitting injector pipe 18:00 Connecting the electrical connector 18:15 Re-fitting leak off connector 18:38 Test starting the engine 20:13 ConclusionsSpeedy, A 5 Gauge 0-6-0 steam locomotive, A drivers eye viewBens Workshop2022-06-26 | This is a drivers eye view of driving a Speedy 0-6-0 5" gauge steam locomotive, towing a passenger train at a local fair.
This is the last part of around 55 minutes I filmed. If you would like to see the full video, let me know by commenting below.Fixing a corroded Maglight clone with leaking batteries, The Home ProtectorBens Workshop2022-06-19 | A neighbour asked me to open his Maglight clone, branded "Home Protector".
Opening wasn't difficult, extracting batteries however was a bit tedious.
0:00 Introduction 0:30 Opening the torch, breaking the corrosion 4:32 The state of it! 4:50 Removing the leaking batteries. 17:30 ConclusionsA Day on a Miniature Railway 5 inch gauge 0-6-0 SpeedyBens Workshop2022-06-12 | A day running a Speedy 0-6-0 5 inch gauge steam locomotive on our club portable track taking passengers!
If you like this sort of thing, there's more in the playlists and there will be more later this year!
I might even do another from the drivers point of view.Petter AV1 and PAZ1 questions for viewersBens Workshop2022-06-05 | If anyone has done something similar or knows enough.
I did keep saying injector when I meant injector pump though... Sorry.
I mentioned some YouTubers who also play with stationary engines but more than I do and their channels are listed below should you wish to check them out.
It holds 6 pints (3/4 of a gallon) or paraffin/kerosene.
0:00 Introduction 1:50 Removing shield 3:12 Looking at the jet assembly 3:34 Removing burner from the tank 4:38 Draining the fuel 5:48 A closer look at the burner 6:20 Removing the jet 7:00 Cleaning the jet 8:30 Refitting the jet 9:40 Refitting the burner assembly 10:40 Refitting the burner shield 11:27 Testing pressure tightness 11:54 Filling up with Paraffin/Kerosene 13:43 Wiping up spillages 15:01 Pumping up the reservoir 15:18 Pouring methylated spirits in the spirit cup 15:55 Lighting the methylated spirits 16:45 Main flame ignition! 21:35 Proper blue flame! 23:07 Trying to work out how to turn it off. 24:35 Worked out you need the air release and control valve both open. 24:45 ConclusionsPrimus Trouble Shooting and cleaning paraffin/kerosene stoveBens Workshop2022-05-08 | My Primus let me down! Here I give it a bit of TLC and find the real reason it stopped working!
After this treatment it works great. I have also bought some more fuel.Pre Season Stove Check, #PrimusBens Workshop2022-05-01 | After 2 years of disruption we are starting track days again. During a track day we have tea and bacon rolls so I have just done a pre season test to make sure that all my stoves work, a big primus, a small one and a gas stove.
During the video I said I would link to some, here they are:
A fellow YouTuber inherited a camera and this video is here to help him work out what it is and how to use it. My Twin Lens Reflex camera is a Yashica Mat-124G, his is a Yashica LM-44 (the LM for Light Meter and 44 for 44 mm square negatives)
And is copyright Rainer Knäpper, and is used under the Free Art License which can be found here: http://artlibre.org/licence/lal/enFixing and calibrating a rusty seized Moore and Wright 2 inch imperial micrometerBens Workshop2022-04-17 | Fixing and calibrating a rusty seized Moore and Wright 2 inch imperial micrometer I bought for a pound (£1) at a car boot sale!
John over at @doubleboost published a series of 3 videos with is friend Bob on micrometer servicing which goes into more depth:
See pinned comment for links to Bob servicing micrometers.
0:00 Introduction 0:37 The first problem 0:54 Un-jamming the locking nut 1:52 Oiling the spindle thread 2:18 spindle freed off! 2:39 Removing rust with a soft brass brush 3:34 Removing the spindle 4:04 Inspecting the threads 7:54 After cleaning the threads with brake cleaner 8:05 cleaning the lock nut 9:50 First re-assembly 11:11 Checking calibration 12:49 Attempting to calibrate the micrometer 14:25 Disassembly to free barrel 17:37 Re-Checking calibration 18:32 Error in where the barrel is 19:00 Resetting the barrel position 19:40 Adjusting the stiffness of the thread 25:14 Checking final calibration 26:29 ConclusionRadius Paraffin Kerosene Blowlamp Cup Washer ChangeBens Workshop2022-04-03 | I tried to use my Radius blowlamp the other week and it totally failed. Turned out it was just the cup washer, so here, I changed it. Easy job.Lidl Parkside Sander Grinder PSBS 240 C2 how the tensioner worksBens Workshop2022-03-27 | Here I explain how the tensioner works on a Lidl Parkside Sander Grinder, PSBS 240 C2.
I made this video after a viewer question. Hope it helps. Any questions please ask below.Wiring a drum reversing switch to a single phase motorBens Workshop2022-03-20 | Here I wire a drum reversing switch to my Myford ML7 which has a Hoover fractional horse power single phase induction motor with a split phase starting coil. In part this video was requested by a viewer after watching the video on wiring and reversing a Brook Motors Gryphon motor.
0:00 Introduction 0:31 Wiring diagram for switch 0:52 Wiring diagram for Hoover fractional horse power induction motor 2:07 5 core wire to be used 2:55 Wiring up the motor 9:10 Wiring up the drum switch 12:20 Testing. 13:02 ConclusionFixing a scrap yard bench grinder Draper GHD150 6 #ScrapYardFindsBens Workshop2022-03-13 | Here I get a Draper GHD150 6" bench grinder that I found in a scrapyard running. In a future video I will make it look nice, fix guards and replace wheels. I have also found the user manual which says that the spindle is 1/2".
0:00 Introduction 0:55 The issue 1:09 Removing base cover 2:06 Examining the internal wiring 3:05 Removing old wiring 6:58 Preparing new mains lead 10:20 Putting on crimped wire ends 22:22 Fitting the new mains lead 24:22 Refitting base 25:40 Testing 26:37 ConclusionUsing a telescopic bore gauge to measure the re bored cylinder on my PAZ1Bens Workshop2022-03-06 | Using a telescopic bore gauge to measure a re bored cylinder for my Petter PAZ1.
Showing how I use it and the care with which they must be used.fixing runout on a drill pressBens Workshop2022-02-27 | In a previous video (linked below) I made a flywheel puller for a wacker rammer on my Naerok mill/drill. There was a tremendous amount of runout which caused a centre drill to break. Not a problem with collletts, just chucks.
Here I check the runout in a chuck and fix it. Turned out to be the taper on the arbor in the Triangle brand Chinese made chuck that came with the mill drill.
youtube.com/watch?v=LktUYTIsD4cMaking a camera mount for the lathe or millBens Workshop2022-02-20 | Here I make an adaptor to mount cameras on mag bases, the sort that you get for test indicators. This makes it easy to attach a camera to lathes, mills and drill presses, including bits that move like the tool post etc.
I ended up cutting the threads to 1/4 x 20 Whitworth though 1/4 x 20 UNC also works as the threads in cameras are forgiving.
Any questions please ask.
0:00 Introduction 1:30 Making the nut to tighten the camera 4:32 Starting to part the nut 7:22 Chamfering front and back of the nut 9:06 Parting off the nut 10:56 Using the drill to put the nut square in the lathe chuck 11:33 Failing to tap nut with rubbish tap 12:34 Chamfering either side of the hole in the nut. 15:00 Tapping to 1/4 Whitworth (1/4 x 20) but with the wrong Tapping 16:37 Finding that I'd tapped to 7/32 Whitworth (Also 20 TPI) 16:55 Actually tapping with 1/4 Whitworth 19:15 Testing the threaded nut 19:40 Cleaning the spigot up 21:10 Turning down the end to 1/4" for the camera thread. 28:33 Filing down and filing a chamfer/lead for the thread 29:45 Using a die to cut the thread 32:52 Testing the thread and nut with a camera (sort of) 35:00 Parting off, cleaning up etc 38:37 Demonstration and conclusionsRunning a test weld on 10mm 3/8 inch steel plateBens Workshop2022-02-13 | Just testing my Chinese inverter welder with a job I might have for it, welding up some 3/8" 10mm steel plate.
It is a learning process.Halfords Half Inch Socket Wrench Repair, how to fixBens Workshop2022-02-06 | Repairing a Halfords socket wrench that was jammed. The socket set this came with cost £79.99 when new. I am not impressed.