A cheap fix for worn out drills. (41)

[@zedman442]

Nice one. Done a few of these in my life. The older Makitas had a cap on the side much easier to replace. But with brushless now so much more efficient I’ve not got many brushed tools now.

[@anthonybragg]

A really informative and useful video for us all.

[@ToffeeApple]

Holly shit...you found the razor!

[@JBE]

Yes, unfortunately wearing a mask while having a beard is the same as having a chocolate fire guard.

[@dsesuk]

New man shed? I have a Makita drill my builder gave me that needs new brushes. I was going to do a video on it, but you've saved me a job!

[@JBE]

I know half the world is in Brushless territory now but I'm dammed if I'm just going to throw this old thing in the trash for the sake of a £6 part. Are you glad you made the switch to Makita? At least it's all the same batteries now!

[@andyburns]

In the basement of the Churchill war rooms, no less ...

[@JayTheSparky]

I have burned a couple of these bad boys out by basically not really paying attention just how much abuse I was giving it! Poor girl got a harder going over that a Thai brass! However, they were under warranty and have managed to keep it in service by changing the bushes after it had a new motor. I’ve got the brushless version now but even she is starting to feel the pain a bit, we do a lot of rewires so they get a fair amount of dogs abuse. Both great drills though! Nice video fella

[@antonios4926]

Thanks for the video. From Cyprus

[@barrybritcher]

Impressive it has a back plate. My DeWalt I had to undo the entire clamshell

[@stephenpower9572]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing.👍

[@Ghbarl]

Great vid to save trades money during these difficult times 👍🏻

[@stephenknowles8580]

Nice one James, another great vid. Its good to see Dennis Irwin is still doing a great job aswell👍

[@JBE]

Whacking them in with that great left foot.

[@trevorbailey4594]

Other things that could have been done, is to flatten the end of the bad Brush with a piece of emery cloth, or fine sand paper, to get rid of the burnt part, but don’t go mad doing it. With a piece of emery cloth about half inch wide, and about 3-4 inch long, put it around the commutator holding it reasonably tight, spin the chuck with your other hand, to clean any rough or burnt parts, until the commutator is back to a shiny copper colour. Then, with a thin blade from a stanley knife or similar, gently run it down the slots on the commutator, blowing off any fine particles. Spray with a little “good old WD40”. Dry off any excess WD40. refit Brushes and back cover. Then listen to a lovely sounding Drill. Obviously, if the Brushes are really worn down low, then fit new ones, and still clean commutator, as above. Ta Trev.

[@JBE]

That's a great tip for next time Trevor 👍. Unless I've gone brushless by then? Tool maintenance is a must to keep the whole system moving.

[@peterwhite51]

As Trevor says, but avoid using emery paper as the particles can be conductive, definately sand paper. My old apprentice master used to "tune" Spitfire aircraft generators in the war, for minimum radio interference, wearing a pair of headphones and with the engine on full lick and a stick with sandpaper on the end to polish the commutator, (Bring on Health and Safety.)

[@trevorbailey4594]

Peter White, That’s why WD40 was mentioned to spray on after blowing off any fine particles, it washes off any fine particles that may be left behind. I’ve done this method for about 35 years, with great success! Trevor.

[@Tomoose1985]

Nice little vid mate, thanks for taking the time. Corona beer lol.

[@JBE]

I'm hoping Corona beer will help me become immune 🤧 😁

[@nw5835]

Nice view from the ramparts, on a clear day you can see.................

[@robswingler]

Most modern drills now are brushless motors . Had my milwaukee 12v 7 years and my 18v about 4 years without any problems.

[@westinthewest]

Brushless ones aren't much use for painters and decorators.

[@andrewwest5562]

Can you do anything with worn out batteries, mine don't seem to last long and left overnight are completely flat

[@baldyslapnut.]

Look on ebay for an adapter to convert latest batteries for older drills. I got a 10+ year old 18V Makita with u/s NiCd batteries going with the 18V Makita BL batteries for the cost of £15 adapter from China. Very high quality kit too!

[@James_Bowie]

Starts at 3:00

[@masguapoako]

I'm a proud owner of a bunch of cheap drills

[@barrybritcher]

when are you back? :)

[@steveng5503]

Brushes not bushes! Contact cleaner is the best! 👍 from me. 🇬🇧

[@peterkelly359]

Steven G I thought he meant bearing at first, I’m such a fool

[@thomaslarsson8386]

Nice Corona beer ! :-)

[@johnoreilly7052]

I have battery drills and tools are brushless

[@Stop..carry-on]

I used to have an 18v elu drill that worked when tapped with a hammer- would work until i put It down

[@JBE]

This was like that for a week until I couldn't cope with it anymore!

[@Adept1780]

Hey pal, dont suppose you can give us a review on the Kewtech KT65DL or if you would recommend buying one after useing it for abit? in the market for one and been looking at it, Just dont want to invest so much into a possible mistake ta mate

[@JBE]

It just so happens that I'm working on a little video about MFTs.

[@Adept1780]

@@JBE dont suppose you can tell me what the little silver touch plate is for pal? Cant find anything on it anywhere Ta

[@JBE]

@@Adept1780 I believe it is to ground any build up of charge within the MFT via your body. This would only be small but could cause problems with readings? You'll have to ask better minds than mine for the exact answer. Try David Savery, John Ward, GSH or e5. These guys all have extensive experience and knowledge with MFTs. Failing that give Kewtech a call.

[@richardcawrey]

he gone for the Bombay bad boy

[@JBE]

Times may change but standards must remain 😉

[@ste5210]

How do you change them on the white version as no plate to take off at the rear ?

[@ohnemar4285]

There should be no difference between white and not white version, you racist makiter! :)

[@ste5210]

@@ohnemar4285 but there isnt 2 screw to take off like the other one

[@tomwills918]

Stocking up on your pot noodles as well! 🤣

[@JBE]

😉

[@Solderwire]

Makita any day of the week..

[@JBE]

They really are my go to make.

[@iainmccubbin1353]

Once you've had hilti you never go back!

[@UKIP]

Brushes not bushes, James. Focus...

[@JBE]

I'm an electrician I'm not sure what a brush is? 😬🤗🤣

[@johndavies4919]

Brushes mate brushes

[@Madman-ge2eb]

What’s amazon pot noodle like then? 🤔🤔

[@JBE]

Space food !

[@RWATraineeElectrician]

Is that Shepherd's Bush? 😆😆😆

[@JBE]

How could you tell?

[@n3ilvincent870]

You need to do some new videos I like watching but you need new vids

[@JBE]

If only I had the time 🤪

[@joegroves4695]

Crappy makita that is😉

[@JBE]

My old warrior lives on, thanks for watching.