#94 Easily Lock-Down A Drill Press Vice | At The Ranch

[@truesnuh4781]

Well done sir, this is the kind of thinking that makes life easier, and not just in the shop.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thanks 👍 A.

[@LivingTheAmericanDreamLife]

Perfect! Just bought a new drill press vice and was scratching my head today how to solve the problem that you just explained. Thank you!! Your solution is perfect.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Fantastic! A

[@grumpyone5963]

I would clamp or bolt a piece of angle iron across the back of the bed. Then twist your vice up against it.

[@AprilAllYear]

LOVE practical advice like this. It's like having an experienced neighbor/mentor who's "been there, don't that," so I don't have to. I wish you were my neighbor - I think if avoid a lot of frustration learning things the hard way. Keep on keepin' on!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

If we were neighbours, sound like i'd have lots of new ideas for videos! Thanks for watching and the encouragement. A

[@zagcatt]

Had been scratching my head about the same problem, hoped some clever sod on youtube would have a plan...you are that man. Thank you!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

You are very welcome! Glad you found this clever sod!

[@silkyway6575]

Ha ha, had a drill press vice given to me on Christmas Eve and hadn't even thought about how to fix it to the drill press. Now I'm streets ahead without even trying (or thinking), thanks to you!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Look how smart you are now, don't say where this ancient knowledge came from. A

[@i.b.deplorable]

Alec, EXCELLENT idea - thank you. And since my vice didn't have a ledge nearby, I couldn't grind a flat that would do any good. But the vice had a slotted hole like yours does. So I took a large area washer (as you did) and cut two grooves from the outside, about half way through, making a tab. Then I bent the tab down and it fits perfectly into the slot. Works great. Thank you for making me think of it.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad I could help! Lots more to learn from this old guy. A

[@PhilipThompsonCanada]

Brilliantly simple - simply brilliant 👍

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you! Cheers! A

[@trep53]

I like these little trick fixes! There are many different configurations of drill press tables and each one needs its own hold down solution. Good job here.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad it was helpful! A

[@enidmarshall926]

Thanks for the idea, mate ------ made 2 of them From a reader in a far off country

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad to help a fellow earth traveller. A

[@daleshewchuk3523]

I'm sitting here with a black thumbnail,because I did not use a vise when using my drill press to bore a hole into end grain on a wood block, so your idea is a dandy and I will use it. Thanks Alec!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Done that, sadly several times before using this lock-down method. A

[@denniskohler6886]

Thank you alec. Thats using your head. Something so simple and works better than a 30.00 clamp. We need more people that has common sense like yourself to pass things on

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad to help out. I try to use my head, not my aching hands. A

[@jt9498]

A good Canadian boy thinkin' outside the box, makin' it work! :)

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

You got that right! A

[@leegraves101]

Now why am I thinking about Red Green?

[@PUBHEAD1]

Quick, easy and effective. 👍 Cheers from Canada

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thanks 👍 A

[@mattthescrapwhisperer]

Now that is a great idea. I was battling that problem a couple days ago. Heading out to the shop this afternoon to fix that.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Know you have a perfectly fine reason to be in the shop all day and skip chores!

[@chaoticuseful]

Great idea!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you think so!

[@thunzie]

Thanks for solving my problem, Alec. Greetings from Australia 👍

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Happy to help and hello from smoky Canada. A

[@dalehammond1704]

I'm about your age or maybe a little older. Thanks for the information, good tip! Now I need a good drill press like yours.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad to help Dale. A

[@MrEFHATCH1990]

Good tip! toolless setup is so much more convenient!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

It really is! A

[@owenmougenot712]

Hi Alec. I find a large "C" type vice grip works well for holding larger pieces to the table. vices are better for small stuff. Also be careful of drilling plastic without clamping as the drill can pull in deep very fast and spin the piece out of control. take care Owen m

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Good points Owen. My issue with C clamps is sometimes the strength to clamp and release it. With a wing nut I can usually hand tight it well or use a wrench to super tighten it.

[@twopoolpeople]

I'm about your age and have that same drill press a little over 30 years! Good tip - thanks.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you. Every year I try to get smarter so I can be lazier. A

[@larryjohns8823]

​@@AlecPeirceAtTheRanchIt is amazing just how much stuff will fit in our brains😊😮 Never stop learning😂

[@RHILTONJR100]

Easy solutions to real world problems, nice!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Welcome Rick.

[@RHILTONJR100]

Alec Peirce At The Ranch Thanks.. great content

[@houstonfirefox]

Great tip Alec!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you liked it!

[@VetvsWorld]

Amazing idea, I am absolutely stealing. Ty sir!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Please do! A

[@rocodoors]

Fantastic - such a great guy loving life what an enjoyable watch that was 🙂👌

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you kindly Mike. A.

[@dunwitch]

This was a great tip.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@1divemaster1]

Good information.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kennywoods8299]

Great Tip. Thanks

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad it was helpful! A

[@manuelmorales5729]

Worked well for me thanks

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

You're welcome! A

[@CharlesJohnson-yd9ym]

Nice One...Thanks Chuck in Michigan

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you enjoyed it. A

[@bobsoft]

A quick release from a bicycle seat post clamp is a faster solution

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

I may give that a try. A

[@markluxton3402]

Good tip. I may need it.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad it was helpful! A

[@denniskalivoda]

Nice good idea, thanks.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you liked it! A

[@tommcdonald1746]

Great tip. I think I'll try a large fender bolt. If it works I won't need to weld.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Hope it works out for you like mine did.

[@GregPalmer2]

Very clever young felah😁

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you. Still have more young kid ideas to share. A

[@BrokenRRT]

I fixed this issue by using 2 wing nuts and threaded stock. Got the idea from watching a guy tighten his small 2hp outboard tender motor the the transom of inflatable dingy.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

That works too!

[@dscritter614]

It's nice 2 find solutions 2 little aggravating problems.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thats how i think too.

[@reeseperry8171]

Great idea. Thanks

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

You are welcome!

[@hjboots]

Where there`s will there`s a way. Smart idea.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Or when you loose too much skin, think of a new way! Right? A

[@apapay01]

Nice video sir 👍

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

So nice of you. A.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Simple enough, good idea.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Simple does work. A.

[@obieoberstar]

brilliant! thank you.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

You're welcome! A

[@Tome4kkkk]

Good video!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you enjoyed it. A

[@jaredrrrr5074]

Alec what fins do you recommend wearing in the machine shop I must have missed that scuba tech tip in this video

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Definitely not split fins! This is my fun channel of ranch life. Hope you like them. A

[@arbit3r]

Got rid of my vice altogether and just started using c clamp mole grips. Takes seconds to setup and you can go from small to large work pieces in seconds.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

That's a good idea too. A.

[@davids7550]

I use a cross vice. Don't have to move it around a lot and precise. I also tend to use those 1/2 vice grip clamps that bolt to the table. Quick, easy, and powerful. Can you see Neowise OK from there? Too many lights here.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thanks for sharing your solution David. Alec

[@lopo6752]

Omg scuba dude helping me again

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

See how many talents I have! If only my wife recognized that fact. A

[@dustycarter2729]

Great tip, I inherited my drill press and it's missing a table. Only have the steel base. I do have a 4" vice clamp. Any ideas?

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Hi Dusty. A table is needed to bolt, clamp, or secure whatever is holding the material. If the drill press if reasonably current (e.g. not WW2 surplus), Google the make and model and search for a replacement. If it's a good setup, it can last many more years. Hope this helps some and drill safe.

[@louisperez111]

Awesome

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you. A

[@stevedodd7883]

excellent !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

I think so too.

[@johnr5545]

Thanks god bless

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you John. A

[@denningmp37]

I like it

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

It really works well. A

[@steveg8622]

Thanks

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Welcome. A

[@patrickmurphy9266]

Thanks.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

You're welcome

[@reallywontsufferfools1620]

thks alec

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Welcome. Hope you got some ideas. A

[@organicvids]

Use carriage bolt ground down on both sides

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Nice!

[@grumpyone5963]

Or just bolt a piece of angle iron across the back of your drill press bed and turn the vice up against it. I’m a fabricator! Works best if you have a square bed.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Nice idea, thanks for sharing. A

[@milboltnut]

I have a small press you install a cordless drill too.. an old Craftsman press to be exact ! The platform has no clearance under it on my work bench. I have a similar vice, and need an idea, Mr. Fab !

[@Desert-Tan-Whiskey]

👍👍👍

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you. A

[@scottcalhoun4081]

Lock washer?

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Can work but I like my one handed tool the best. Thanks Scott.

[@Fennywaterwinkle]

You have Roy Rogers eyes. Very handsome.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thank you very much. I love to ride horses like Roy. A

[@garykarczewski6678]

Don't you run a dive shop and KZbin channel?

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

I stared and ran Scuba 2000, and several dive stores before that, but sold it and retired. I visit the store to shoot Scuba Tech Tip videos on my "Alec Peirce Scuba" youtube channel. If your a diver, give it a watch Gary.

[@garykarczewski6678]

@@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch Hi Alec I have watched numerous videos and subscribe to your Dive Channel. Going to Cozumel in October!

[@bowlweevil4161]

HF sells a vice grip type clamp that goes in slot on table ,to hold stuff down on drill press table, you will get rid of those bolts if you get one of these clamps

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

I'll take a look, thanks. A

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

"Weld the bolt to the washer"! The "weld" has been brazed not welded! Farm yard engineers eh

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Thanks me! A

[@larryjohns8823]

Welding with steel rods, brazing with brass rods. Both are done with welding equipment, so saying "welding" is OK 😊

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

Brazing. Also known as "gas welding" in many parts of the world. You should get out a little more, eh

[@Helm-w1q]

The drill press. Perhaps the most dangerous machine there is. Why? Because everyone thinks they can operate one. They don't see the dangers nor take the steps for safety.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

It sure can be. For us its ATV's and chainsaws. A

[@Jim-m1c]

Thanks. Great idea.

[@AlecPeirceAtTheRanch]

Glad you liked it.