Adding WiFi To This Vintage Fan Restoration - Dumpster Find

Hello folks
In an unexpected turn of events, I stumbled upon an old Elcon fan that had met an unfortunate fate in a dumpster. Abandoned and devoured by rats, it appeared to be a lost cause at first glance. However, intrigued by the potential hidden beneath the grime and damage, I decided to take on the challenge of restoring this relic to its former glory.
Undeterred by the daunting task ahead, I began by meticulously cleaning the fan, removing layers of dirt and rat-inflicted damage. With each stroke of the brush, the fan's true features started to emerge, hinting at the beauty it once possessed.
After carefully disassembling the fan, I realized that rust had taken its toll on the metal components. To rectify this, I opted for a sandblasting technique, which gently stripped away the corrosion, leaving behind a clean and smooth surface ready for rejuvenation. Witnessing the transformation unfold as the rust faded away brought a sense of hope and renewed motivation to my restoration endeavor.
With the fan now free from rust and grime, the next step was to protect its exterior from future deterioration. I decided to give it a fresh lease on life through a process known as powder coating. This involved applying a fine powdered pigment to the fan's surface, which would then be baked onto the metal, forming a durable and vibrant coating.
As I watched the fan being immersed in the powder coat booth, the once-forgotten Elcon fan was being revived right before my eyes. Once the powder settled onto the surface, it was time for the fan to enter the oven, where heat would fuse the particles together, resulting in a resilient and stunning finish.
When the fan emerged from the oven, I was awestruck by its transformation. The dull, battered object that I had discovered in the dumpster had now been reborn into a radiant piece of vintage art. Its natural beauty had been resurrected, captivating both the eye and the imagination.
With the final step of reassembling the fan, I experienced a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. The resurrected Elcon fan stood proudly, breathing life into a forgotten era. A testament to the power of restoration and the value of preserving history, this fan now held a special place in my heart, reminding me of the potential beauty that can be found even in the most unlikely of places.
#restoration #antique #fan

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@@zippymacadoo6336 thanks for the Sub zippy, much appreciated 👍

[@ivanstiles7030]

Very nice restoration. There's just something about the way those old fans sound and look that is soothing.

[@Austeration]

Completely agree with that 👍

[@briansdiecastthailandstoth6747]

Wow ....FAN..TASTIC...

[@Austeration]

Thanks Brian

[@bigvicsworkshop]

Remarkable! Wifi makes it even sweeter!! Gooder than good!!

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much Big Vic. The WiFi is very much a sweet addition. Now even Alexa can turn it off and on for me.

[@helmutzollner5496]

Wow! A beautiful job! Thanks for sharing.

[@Austeration]

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[@MiThreeSunz]

An excellent restoration of a vintage fan! Definitely a labour of love, given all the manual labour involved. 👍🇨🇦

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Phil and welcome to my channel. Glad you enjoyed it. Please check out some of my other projects when you have some time. This one is a favorite of mine kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@MiThreeSunz]

@@Austeration thx! I’m gonna check it out right now! 😊

[@descent815]

This is a great restoration video. Excellent job! This is back in the day when they made stuff that was supposed to last forever. Unlike today where they make things to just last a year or two so that you can go and rebuy it every couple years. You can definitely see the CRAFTSMANSHIP in this.

[@Austeration]

Hi descent815 welcome to my channel. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Your spot on nothing is made to last these days, it's all plastic rubbish. Please check out some of my other project when you have time 👍

[@Uwannawatch]

Fantastic restoration!! Nice to see something saved from the landfill. Your detail work is always phenomenal!! Mind blowing video as always. Keep up the good work.

[@Austeration]

Thanks buddy glad I got your approval. Appreciate the comments 👍

[@toolrestoration]

Brilliant restore and filming , WiFi addition brilliant , great to bring something back from the graveyard like this !!!! You are a restoration god .

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much. I was surprised the old fan didn't even have a switch on it.

[@davedoughty1213]

Outstanding restoration!!! Great touch with the Wi fi update… combining technologies… wise choice! Great job by an amazing multi talented magician!!! Thank you for the video!!!

[@Austeration]

Thanks Dave 👍 the WiFi switch is great. I have a lot of appliances around the house that I have already converted. Makes life so much easier. Thanks again for the very kind comments.

[@joekeenan8735]

​@Austeration where did you get the switches from? Ty

[@Austeration]

@@joekeenan8735 from EBay Joe

[@parvez011]

Vintage with modernization, nice thinking. Really appreciate your work.

[@Austeration]

Thanks Parvez, very much appreciated 👍 Please check out some of my other projects when you have some time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@j.l.emerson592]

I can remember a time before there were zip ties. Technicians had to secure or bundle wires together or in place with twine... Seeing you cut the strings brought back those memories. We had to learn special knots & how to bundle long runs of wires. It was somewhat like doing macrame. Times have certainly changed.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching, glad this brought some memories for you. When I looked at it I thought I'm not even going to attempt the macrame. I'm sure you could still do it in your sleep.

[@j.l.emerson592]

@Austeration Yeah, but who wants to do that when you have zip ties available? Unless you do it for a museum & need to stay accurate to the time period, you might as well use all the modern parts & techniques that are available to us now.

[@Austeration]

@@j.l.emerson592 that's what I figured. I'm sure you know a few tricks though still.

[@PerfectRestore]

Restoration videos are capable of evoking feelings of nostalgia. They remind us of the craftsmanship and attention to detail in the past 👍👍👍

[@Austeration]

This is so very true. Thanks for watching 👍

[@valengreymoon5623]

Love these old finger choppers.

[@Austeration]

Lol very accurate description Valen. Please check out some of my other projects kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@Cradley684]

Excellent work friend, have a nice day !!!. Brian UK !!!.😀😀👍👍.

[@Austeration]

Thanks Brian 👍

[@nessbabic570]

My favourite colour silver 😍. Well done 👏

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Ness and thanks for watching. Silver is my favorite also. Please check this silver project out kzbin.info/www/bejne/g33HcmRnbM6LhJI

[@liyuetyee]

Love your work, mixed the artist and the scientist in the fan.

[@Austeration]

Thanks Li Yuet Yee, very much appreciated. Please check out some of my other work like this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@paulhare662]

Streamlined era stuff is too cool.

[@Austeration]

This was a fun project. Adding the WiFi to it was a good choice for me since most of my electrical system is set up as a smart home.

[@davedoughty1213]

Wow!!! That was incredible!!! You have multiple talents that were required to do that restoration! I love it when an old friend gets a second chance at a better life. That fan will be running 50 years from now!! Well done sir!!!

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Dave and thanks for watching and leaving such a lovely comment. Please check out some of my other projects like this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@shedmanx3640]

Nothing to fault here. A superb restoration again. Loved the choice of colour, the attention to detail and the addition of a modern WiFi switch. Great thinking. Loved every second of your work.

[@Austeration]

Thanks shed man, I appreciate your comments, very kind of you to say. The silly thing had no switch on it what so ever so had to do something 👍

[@MichelleMcIntyre77]

I used to have one of these, I have seen some around too. The Infamous Elcon desk fan, I still cannot believe people throw away vintage fans, I've had a few from the dump which mostly look like they would have worked.

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Michelle. I know exactly what you mean some people just throw things away because they are not all bright and shiny. Please check out some of my other videos if you have time 👍

[@KongRestoration]

Fantastic done brother.

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Kong Restoration and thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Glad you liked it. Please check out some of my other projects when you have time 👍

[@KuldeepKuldeep-ol9bf]

Awesome job Weldon

[@Austeration]

Hey thanks for checking out more of my work, much appreciated 👍

[@LittleRestorers]

Fantastic 👌- love the special silver. Great tool to balance the blades. Awesome new logo. And nice new modern twist to turn on n off remotely 😉👍

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much. I was surprised the thing didn't have any type of switch on it. At least now I have some control of it

[@Restorology]

This cleaned up well. Nice project! 🍻

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much for checking it out 👍

[@doditrisusanto5142]

Super sweet 👌

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much Dodi 👍

[@2quintly]

Very fine work.

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Joel. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Please check out some of my other projects like this one if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@LTMS]

Outstanding work, the number of parts is a headache. Precise, clean and cared for as always. I really liked the logo makeover and the wi-fi switch. The color is beautiful and your attention to detail is always very pleasing. Bravo.

[@Austeration]

Thanks buddy glad you enjoyed it. I couldn't believe this didn't have any type of switch on it at all.

[@georgebrown8312]

Marvelous how you restored that old oscillating fan to working order. It looks much better too. Excellent work as usual.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for checking this one out George and for leaving a comment 👍

[@user-md2ed5iv1e]

Great working,especially Wi-fi added！

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much for watching. I have to say the WiFi switch makes it so much better. Please check out some of my other projects when you have time 👍

[@djalmabatista5286]

Parabéns 🎉🥳 essa Restauração e recuperação dessa ventilador ficou top das galáxias 👍👍 Show de bola 👋👍

[@Austeration]

Thanks you very much 👍

[@Dalesworkshop]

Great restoration, you had your work cut out for you from the beginning. Those are the most rewarding.

[@Austeration]

Thanks Dale this was a fun project but the reward is getting lovely comments like yours that make it all worth while 👍

[@thomashiggins4923]

ALL i CAN SAY IS THAT WAS PERFECT! and I didn't mean to write in capitalsWiFi... Very interesting how the makers of this 1930s object foresaw the necessary space to install WiFi... Thanks, Tom (from France)

[@Austeration]

Thanks for checking it out Tom. I thought it interesting that they didn't install a switch of any type in the first place. Did you get a chance to check out the link I sent you previously or did that not interest you ?

[@hdioramamaking]

Good work 👍

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much Crafting toys

[@shainazion4073]

I have several old fans, my favorite is a Westinghouse of the same type, it swivels from side to side, and has 3 speeds, for an early (1940s?) fan quite a winner. It is in almost perfect condition.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Shaina, sounds like you have a nice collection there. If it's in almost perfect condition are you using it or is it mainly for show.

[@shainazion4073]

@@Austeration It's used every summer. I have an aversion to sleeping in Air conditioning, my fans are used! I also have several old kitchen implements, mixers, ice crushers, blenders. My Dad, may he rest in peace, was a Telephone man with NY Telephone for over 40 years. He repaired everything, old vacuums, radios, televisions, cars, etc. I love the old stuff!! I subscribed!

[@shainazion4073]

@@Austeration I have one fan with a big chip out of the blade, I want to repair it, it is a type of plastic, not metal. I thought about patching it with an epoxy type resin, I'm not sure it will hold with the movement and vibration. The only other options are having a piece made by 3D printing or finding an old fan blade of a similar size. Any thoughts?

[@Austeration]

@@shainazion4073 thanks very much for the sub Shaina. Sounds like your dad would put his hand to anything that needed repairing. What colour is the blade ? A good product to use is JB weld but this is black so it may not match. I think if you 3D print the missing piece you may still have issues attaching it to the blade. Balancing the blade after may be an issue if the weight is different. Finding a replacement might be your best option. But if you can't find anything doing a repair will have to do. Try your best and don't be afraid to fail. Most people don't even try because they are afraid of messing things up. If you do fail don't look at it as a fail look at it as successfully finding out your first idea didn't work and try something else.

[@shainazion4073]

@@Austeration It's putty colored, and quite a big hunk missing about the size of an old silver Dollar coin. Thanks for the advice.

[@Restomaniac]

I love watching restoration videos and man you always raise the bar with your high quality restorations, great job 👏👏👏🤗

[@Austeration]

Thanks Resto that means a lot coming from you. Your kind words are always appreciated. Thanks for watching 😁

[@davidhamm5626]

It came out well, don't forget to oil your wicks, at the start of the summer !

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching David, much appreciated. Welcome to my channel. Please check out some of my other projects when you have time. 👍

[@johnbradford9235]

That was excellent dude 👏👏👏 !!! Loved the Wi-Fi addition 👉👉👉. Great idea. New Sub here for that job 👍👍👍. 😎

[@Austeration]

Hi John, Welcome to my channel and thanks very much for the Sub. Glad you enjoyed it. Be sure to check out some of my other work like this this one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@brucebucholz4862]

I think you did a fantastic job restoring that fan. Restoring the electrical motor that drove the fan was amazing. I would not know how to do that.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for the kind words Bruce, very much appreciated. Please check out some of my other projects. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@rollerbald]

Very nice job! What a beautiful old fan!

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Rollerbald. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Please check out some of my other projects like this one if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@nurmaybooba]

as always a wonderful project completed to perfection.

[@Austeration]

Thanks Nora that is very kind of you. Appreciate your continued support 👍

[@derrickcordick1315]

Beautiful job as always keep up the good work

[@Austeration]

Thank you very much for watching 👍

[@hovikmalians3523]

Excellent restoration 👌🏻

[@Austeration]

Thanks for checking it out Hovik 👍👍

[@carrestore]

Beautiful good job

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much for that 👍

[@357magdad]

Beautiful job!

[@Austeration]

Thanks Magdad 👍

[@claudio6164]

It's new again, congrats buddy great job 🎉😊🎉🎉🎉❤😊😊🎉

[@Austeration]

Thanks Claudio, very much appreciated. Please check out some of my other projects if you have time. I like this one best. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@MASI_forging]

Beautiful restoration.👍👍

[@Austeration]

Thanks Masi glad you enjoyed it. Please share with your friends 👍

[@serialkiller7354]

Cooool again ❤🎉

[@Austeration]

Thanks buddy please check out some of my other work kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@MenabuldiaRretyuad-dc8rd]

Nice handmade

[@Austeration]

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[@CandysCat]

I love the way you do so much❤❤❤

[@Austeration]

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[@TIGER-st6fh]

amazing video

[@Austeration]

Thank you Tiger that's much appreciated. Please check out some of my other projects 👍

[@a.p.a.woodmetal3412]

Very cool my dear friend 🙂🤝👍👍👍

[@Austeration]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@SingerGeneLeonard]

Awesome job

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much Gene 👍 please share this video with someone that might also enjoy it. Remember to check out some of other projects 😃

[@davidlewis492]

Brilliant work well done mate.

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel David, Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, much appreciated. Please check out some of my other projects when you have time 👍

[@danielfortesque6000]

Made to last, nice video mate.

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Daniel and thanks for watching. Please check out some of my other work if you have some time 👍

[@GT_Racer347]

Frikkin awesome!

[@Austeration]

Thanks glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@oneshotme]

Looks great like new again and you did a wonderful job restoring it!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@Austeration]

Thanks one shot glad you enjoyed it. Appreciate the thumbs up 👍

[@oneshotme]

@@Austeration You're welcome and keep up the great work!!!

[@Weimar76]

En una sola palabra: Absolutamente Impresionante. Y eso que no me gusta nada utilizar los adverbios, me parecen absolutamente innecesarios. 🤪🤪🤪 (Felicidades como siempre y ¡¡saludos desde Las Antípodas!!)

[@Austeration]

Muchas gracias por mirar. Necesito colocar anuncios para ayudar a financiar todos mis proyectos. Saludos desde Australia

[@How2DIY-iu1yc]

Very cool.😊

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much buddy 👍

[@MrVince8]

Very nice!

[@Austeration]

Thank you Vincent, very much appreciated 👍

[@Mariano.Bernacki]

Nice!

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much 👍

[@leonelgonzalezmireles4903]

Balanced the blade´s??? that´s awesome i dont expected .😁

[@Austeration]

Hi Leonel, Welcome to my channel. Yes the blades had been all bent out of shape. Glad you enjoyed it. Please check out some of my other projects kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@adsincairns]

Awesome job mate. I have a very similar four blade 16 inch Elcon awaiting for this same treatment :)

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Adam and thank you very much. All the best with your fan when you get to it. If you get a chance check out some of my other work. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@TheParkAttendant]

I haven't seen an oldy like this in decades. I remember the smell of ozone coming off these fans because of the motor brushes.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for sharing Ozwald, that's a very interesting memory to have after watching this. My parents still have and use a fan that I grew up with. I remember making strange noises in front of it and the blades would then cut the sounds up. Funny what we remember 👍

[@TheParkAttendant]

@@Austeration same here, making noises and listening to the blades send it back!

[@Austeration]

@@TheParkAttendant lol that's so funny hey 🤣

[@joseantoniodominguezvega702]

Excelente! Tengo uno un poco más viejo, General Electric con solo dos bobinas de inducción, muy parecido a este,

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much for watching. Is yours in working order ? Please check out some of my other projects like this one if you have time kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWbHiIxnnbZ1bck

[@anatolynord7781]

SUPER.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Austeration]

Thank very much for watching 👍

[@fieqakim]

Everytime i saw that powder gun my brain goes 'tatura cream cheese'😅😅

[@Austeration]

Thanks my friend, I'm not sure if I get what your saying.

[@fieqakim]

@@Austeration the powder coating gun look like a tatura cream cheese packaging..

[@Austeration]

@@fieqakim I get it now 😁 I had to Google it

[@fieqakim]

@@Austeration sorry for the inconvenience😅

[@Austeration]

@@fieqakim lol all good buddy 👍

[@ontherhodes8088]

Very nice restoration, has WiFi and e-Mail.

[@Austeration]

Hey thanks for watching, Well Alexa can turn it on and off for me now. I should have built her into it.

[@barthanes1]

Nice restoration. I think you need to oil the felt wicks under the bronze bushings.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Ross. What makes you think that ?

[@barthanes1]

@@Austeration I think that's what they are for. I've seen it a lot in vintage machinery. I'm working on a GE 1/4 hp electric motor that has felt oil wicks.

[@Austeration]

@@barthanes1 that's very interesting I assumed they must be there to soak up any oil that may come from the bronze bushes. I don't see how the oil could travel up the felt and into the bush. I didn't find any type of oil residue under the felt either. I might have to look into this theory some more unless you have found something already.

[@barthanes1]

@@Austeration The bushings are probably oilite bronze which has a porous structure. The oil is wicked up by capillary action.

[@Austeration]

@@barthanes1 yes I figured they are porous so I soaked them for a week and put then in the ultrasonic bath. I have seen oil wicks that can be topped up from the top but these are completely unserviceable. The bronze Bush is held tight and does not move so I still don't see how the oil can make its way up the wick. I'm trying to research it at the moment.

[@modellbahnagenda]

Kompliment 👍👍👍

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much 👍

[@stevethefanman8955]

Excellent job restoring this fan ! Looks great now , I definitely would love to see more fan restorations. How can I get the tool for balancing of the blades?

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Steve and thanks for the great comment. I used a dial indicator that I use on my lathe but it would be done with anything to make sure the blades are in the same position

[@claytonsimplot9554]

I remember my parents had a black base with golden blades and cage when I was 6 . They got rid of it when my little brother stuck his fingers in to touch the fan blade. He cut his fingers bad but didn't loose any. That's the only fault with the fan,too large a space between the wires.

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my channel Clayton. Thanks for the comment. Did you ever sit in front of it and talk or make noises and hear the strange noises coming back at you ? Glad your brother didn't loose his fingers.

[@richardrestorations]

Nice restoration would you believe I got the exactly the same one today 😅

[@Austeration]

Nice sounds like we are on the same wave length.

[@demetriusmatthews4765]

Great work. What was the model of the Wi-Fi switch you used?

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Demetrius. I use a system called z wave. All the switches have to be linked back to a hub and then control by my phone or Alexa. There as so many different simple types of of switches on the market though that don't need a hub to be operated. Hope this helps 👍

[@galinapatey9371]

Класс 👏👏👏

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much 👍🌼

[@cecilgore495]

I do remember fans like this and you did a fantastic job in restoration of it. You know as a kid we were told not to touch something or you will get hurt! Today's children have to be watched continually did we have more common sense then they do today. just asking. But you did a great job buddy.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Cecil, I appreciate your comments. Your spot on but I think I might have tried to stick a pencil in to see what happens. There is no such think as common sense anymore. 👍

[@michaelfarias9987]

Excellent Restoration! ... great video .. I'm now a subscriber! .... Also PLEASE tell me the name and artist of that song at the end of the video!

[@Austeration]

Welcome to my Channel Michael thanks very much for the Sub. Sorry I can't give you the song and artist title. It's just part of my video editing program and is has no information on it 😔 please check out some of my other projects when you have time 👍

[@monicagooch5906]

Cool

[@Austeration]

Thanks Monica, please check out some of my other projects kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE

[@luizalbertorodrigues4560]

Perfect you the best

[@Austeration]

Thanks very much Luiz,

[@charlesbrain3872]

Wow what unit did you use for the Bluetooth?

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Charles and welcome to my channel. I have most of my house hooked up to a system called Zwave, been around for many years. Fibaro is another system that use the same signal. Check it out and come back and ask any questions if you have any.

[@doinsngoins]

💥 Boom

[@doinsngoins]

"COOL" freebee!

[@doinsngoins]

Not just the restoration but the video quality & production, alway Top Top shelf !

[@doinsngoins]

I like the notes , very helpful to understand the magic that is happening here !

[@doinsngoins]

Wow , the logo 😍

[@doinsngoins]

Oh!!! I like the oil batch / iso trick !

[@dougadams9419]

You could just use JB Weld for Aluminum.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Doug. I find the powder coating will not stick that well to the JB weld. I have been experimenting with my process, the oxide is conductive and the powder seems to sticks better.

[@pro5p3c7or1]

no plastic gears, no aluminum winding, no cheap bearings, no "planned obsolescence", those fans were made to last.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching, you are spot on. Nothing is made to last these days. Appreciate your comments 👍

[@TheDirge69]

I am a big fan of your videos….

[@Austeration]

Thanks Dirge, I Really appreciate your ongoing support. I hope to have a new video out soon.

[@demetrijohnsonssirenvideos3590]

This fan has the same motor, gearbox, and, motor housing as a Westinghouse Lively’Aire, so it’s probably a rebrand or a good quality knockoff.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching Demetri, did the Westinghouse have an off and on switch at all ?

[@yansulima7289]

Это чудо вентилятор работает со сгоревшими обмотками.хорошо видно на 12.30 ролика.

[@Austeration]

They can't be burnt out then can they.

[@user-bb5hy7vz1s]

عمل جميل جدا جدا وعاشت اليدي ❤

[@Austeration]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@mohinderkaur6671]

Isnt the whole gearbox supposed to be filled with grease?

[@Austeration]

That is debatable mohinder, the grease is not going to move around inside the gearbox like oil would, as long as all the moving parts are lubricated it should be fine. Great question 👍

[@plunder1956]

My father had a similar unit in his office in the 70s. I remember I had to replace the flex. I have no idea where he got it., it may have come from Denmark, Holland or possibly Ireland, we lived in all three at various times.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching plunder, there have been some great old fans over the years. It's funny the things we remember.

[@myth446]

Time lapse the baking of the powder coating, please.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching myth446 I thought about that but everyone does it plus the front of my oven has mirror glass on it and the camera reflects everything behind it. Great idea though still. Thanks for the suggestion. Please check out some of my other projects. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjSfGqqh9iUpNE Let me know what you think of this one.

[@jeffox10001]

You did check for lead?

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching L Klose. Please check out some of my other work

[@rogerpatrongonzalez5800]

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[@Austeration]

Thank you very much 👍

[@shaishnavadp9957]

Is there any way to reduce the energy consumption of these fans? I have one but I can't use it because the electricity bill increases too much.

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching. Not that I know of sorry.

[@shaishnavadp9957]

@@Austeration Thanks for the reply. Guess I would keep it as a vintage decor. This restoration video is really good.

[@Austeration]

@@shaishnavadp9957 yes if it's in good condition I would hold onto it for sure. Do you have solar or anything like that to help lower your electricity bill ?

[@shaishnavadp9957]

@@Austeration Solar is a great option but I don't have it so far.

[@Austeration]

@@shaishnavadp9957 it's a pity you can't use the fan to generate power

[@3210gatorbite]

Great video! But 1 thing of note. It seems that your blast media is a little weak. Either you was using very fine media and need to switch to a more course one or air pressure just is not enough. From what I could tell it's more of the media type. Also, under the 2 brass fittings on the rotating assembly are the 2 cloth tube things. These should be soaked in oil to provide a continuous lube. Sorry, not nit picking, but just thought you may want to know. Other than these things the video and restoration was great!

[@Austeration]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Sounds like you have some experience with old fans do you? I assumed the felt tubes are there to soak up any oil that may come from the bronze bushes. I didn't see how oil was going to climb up the felt and get inside the bush as the bush it's self is not spinning Not saying your wrong, that's just the way a saw it. I think I need to replace the media in my blaster, the unit itself has never really been fantastic. Please check out some of my other projects if you have time. Cheers 👍

[@3210gatorbite]

I dabble a little into restoration of all things. As for the brass peices they kook like oilite fittings. They are a porous type of brass that holds oil inside itself. Though these ones are quite old and seem to have glossed over. The contact point with the cloth tube acts like a wicker effect and literally pulls the oil up into the brass. Think like an oil lamp and its wick. As to your other videos, this one is the first one I've seen from your channel, but when I have time I will look at the others.

[@Austeration]

@@3210gatorbite cheers yes I cleaned them up and soaked them in oil for over a week. I ran them in the sonic bath to see if it would help the oil soak in. I understand your point of view about the wicks.

[@kaziimranhossain3574]

19 minutes of restoration video, and 19 second of fan running video!? What the hell men?

[@Austeration]

How long did you want to see the fan running for

[@user-me8vi2qi2j]

Вентилятор для дайвинга. Услада для мозга.))

[@Austeration]

Спасибо за просмотр. Приятно слышать, что твоему мозгу понравилось 😃

[@iraqisonic9920]

أنا مشترك جديد⁦✌️⁩⁦🇮🇶⁩⁦✌️⁩

[@Austeration]

شكرا جزيلا لك على الاشتراك. يرجى مشاركة مقاطع الفيديو الخاصة بي مع العائلة والأصدقاء إذا استطعت

[@2K_Restoration]

LAM TOT DAY

[@Austeration]

What is that

[@john_barnett]

Fallout 4 players just got PTSD

[@Austeration]

Sorry John I don't get it ?

[@j.l.emerson592]

Fallout 4 is a game...

[@Austeration]

@@j.l.emerson592 lol Yes I got that bit but why did they just get PTSD

[@j.l.emerson592]

@Austeration I never played the game, but... Maybe it features a fan that chops up players?

[@Austeration]

@@j.l.emerson592 lol that's a bit harsh 🤣

[@Drsollo]

Для дайвинга?

[@Austeration]

Не знаете, что вы имеете в виду под дайвингом? Это просто фанат

[@Drsollo]

@@Austeration в названии ролика фигурирует дайвинг, вот и спросил, что там для дайвинга?

[@Austeration]

@@Drsollo oh Dumpster diving, this is when you dive into a big bin to pull something out

[@Drsollo]

@@Austeration теперь понял))

[@Austeration]

​@@DrsolloSorry it took me a while to work out what was going on 😅 . Thanks very much for watching. I hope you enjoyed it.