Converting a Harbor Freight Pressure Pot for Resin Casting

[@georgiyamitchell4104]

The way you lay out all of the parts needed, in their packages and saying where you got them from - just epic, chef’s kiss. I’m armed with screenshots to take to the store and ready to rock this 💪

[@JakeThompson]

Thanks for the Kiss.. I appreciate it.. some of the new harbor freight models have a different fitting I’m told.. but you will be able to get where you need to go with your screenshots 😀😀

[@TheDarkArch0n]

​@@JakeThompsonmine didn't fit the 1/4 connectors on the gauge, I had to go get all new parts!

[@JakeThompson]

@@TheDarkArch0n that’s unfortunate .. All new parts.. I’ve heard some people say that there have been one fitting that they have changed over the last few years.. are you saying that none of the parts I listed work?

[@TheDarkArch0n]

​@@JakeThompson the release valve worked, but the pieces that connect to the pressure gauge did not fit, 1/4 was too small. Update: I needed 5/16" pieces and an adapter back to 1/4" and it worked like a charm!

[@Tydwhitey]

It's been 4 years since I first saw your video (took me that long to get around to it) but I've finally got my paint pot. I had to hunt this video down again because I really appreciate how straight forward it is. Thanks for sharing your knowlege with the rest of us!

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you Sir.. I’m glad I could help.. I’m glad you are going to get to pressure cast.

[@901EE]

I've been using pressure/vacuum cycles for resin casting for about 40 years. If you have long enough working time you can first vacuum to expand bubbles and get them to float to the top, then while the resin is still not cured, increase the pressure to 4-5 atmospheres and this will collapse remaining bubbles and make a more dense casting. This is a well done presentation on making a pressure pot out of a paint pot. Well Done! The vacuum cycle can cause the resin to foam up and run over the top of the containment so you really need a window so you can see what's going on inside the pot.

[@JakeThompson]

901EE Great information! Thank you for your comment. I’m glad you enjoyed the video!! !👍👍

[@IndigenousArtst]

Thank you for plainly showing the parts needed to convert this pot!

[@JakeThompson]

Molly Whitebear Very welcome!! I thought it would make it easier and less intimidating.. 👍👍👊

[@SaulMaddox]

One thing I have seen others do with this pressure pot is poor silicone into the bottom and let it set/harden before first use. This fixes the dome bottom issue and they now have a flat surface when placing things inside of it. Just another alternative to placing a block of wood with your favorite superhero inside of it. :D Thanks for this video! I also watched a few of your other videos and they are great stuff! This is a whole new hobby world that is exciting!

[@hap8208]

I use an 8 in pie pan to bottom mine out.

[@wolflahti412]

An advantage of using silicone to level the bottom is that spilled resin won't stick to it.

[@sherryebersole1349]

I was wondering about that. Thanks

[@micstica]

Pourable silicone, which product would that be?

[@sherryebersole1349]

@@micstica there are lots of them. Put in silicone kits for silicone molds and there will be tons that come up. Smooth on is a popular one

[@witchlamb]

thanks for this. i’ve seen a few guides on how to do this conversion but none that actually showed the process step by step. gonna get my pot set up this weekend i guess!

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! Thank you for watching

[@keithkent7223]

Gunna be honest you have explained this the best. You explain the why. That is so important. Thank you!

[@JakeThompson]

You're very welcome! I'm happy I was helpful. Thank you for watching!

[@behindenemylines6371]

Great video, Jake; you showed clearly, step-by-step, which is what clumsy guys like me need.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! I’m glad I could help.

[@ScienceNotFaith]

Thank you for listing all the parts. Hard to know exact parts without trial and error. Just bought my pot. Now to order the parts....

[@JakeThompson]

Kirk Ryan Awesome!! I’m glad I could help you out.. let me know how it goes!! 👍👊

[@gcartwright4411]

This video, hands down is the best video for showing how to convert this paint pot to a pressure pot for casting! Instantly subscribed!

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you .. glad you enjoyed 😀

[@ngrrailway]

Jake, great job showing the difference in the castings with and without the pressure pot! Superb video!

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you very much Richard.. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 👍👍

[@Gingin7321]

I got a new pressure pot for Christmas, I picked it out, though it was made for epoxy resin casting...But when I got it, found out that it wasn't 😔. So I found this video and can now convert it into one. 😁 Thanks Jake ❤️

[@JakeThompson]

Very welcome.. Have fun 🤩

[@gardeningdianne]

This would have to be the best explained video on how to convert a pressure pot for resin casting. Well done Jake. I have just bought my pressure pot today and I just need to see if the instructions regarding parts and thread sizes are the same in Australia.

[@JakeThompson]

Dave Clarke Thank you for this comment.. it makes me happy to know that people are benefiting from my videos. 👍👍👍👍

[@timorhybobbitt9745]

Definitely making one. Nice video.. couldnt have ask for a better HOW TO VIDEO.. learnings alot thanks buddy

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you Very much.. I’m glad you enjoyed. 👍👍

[@blinnlambert]

Thank you for making this video! Like you mentioned at the beginning, I've been "watching and watching" pressure pot conversion videos and yours is by far the most straight-forward and explicitly detailed showing the entire method and materials needed to convert the pot. I now have a clear picture of how to get this done!

[@JakeThompson]

blinnlambert Awesome, I’m so glad I could help you out!! I hope you have lots of fun!!

[@GiseleGrenier]

I agree, this one was the easiest to follow and finally mine put together.

[@MyHumanExperience]

I converted mine using your instructions, THANK YOU. One thing that helped me is putting some lubricant (WD40) on the screws that close the lid. I used to have problems with leakage... I thought i had a bad gasket, but the screws were just not going in all the way. Also, over time the screws wear down and you can see it clearly when you take them out... some wd40 fixed that issue for me and now i don't have leakage. Also, closing the lid is now a joy! Just and FYI and a THANK YOU note.

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you Henry.. Glad you got it done. 👍👍

[@adamvstylee]

I followed your directions to the letter and everything worked out perfectly! I have never had crystal-clear castings. I am super excited to put this build to work. Thank you very much for posting this video.

[@JakeThompson]

adamvstylee You are very welcome!! I’m glad I could help. Happy casting!!

[@vidcargonzalez9210]

Noice quick and easy Took me a while to find a good instructor, straight to the point much appreciated.

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you .. glad you liked the video 👍👍

[@vidcargonzalez9210]

@@JakeThompson Hey sorry to bug. I can't seem to adjust the pressure cap any ideas on what I'm doing wrong. the max psi I get is 30.

[@JakeThompson]

@@vidcargonzalez9210 check out the pinned comment at the top of the comments. There is a link in that one.

[@SDXStudio]

For someone that is interested in resin casting, $300-$500 is an incredibly high barrier to entry to normalized pressure pots. I was so excited to find this method and hoping to be able to create clear casts in a few weeks opposed to months.

[@JakeThompson]

I used this pot for quite a while before going to the more expensive ones.. It will definitely get you going

[@petermarshall5450]

Video is very well done with full explanation in a straightforward manner. I purchased the Pressure Pot; acquired the new parts (from Harbor Freight and Ace Hardware) and followed your instructions. Everything worked perfectly. One point: It was a challenge to disconnect the necessary parts from the Pot, but with some effort they came off. Thanks again. Peter

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you for the kind words Peter.. I’m glad the video was useful. 👍👍

[@DeathMetalDadReacts]

Saved this video for when I get the money to buy the materials. Thanks!!!

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching!!

[@ulysseshyman7473]

Thank you Jake from Delaware for all of your insight. I just purchased the harbor freight pressure pot and set up. I look forward to following more project videos.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! You will have some fun casting.

[@goodgollymsmolly]

Thank you so much for laying out all the parts needed and providing links. Very helpful video!

[@JakeThompson]

Ruthie Rhodes No problem.. glad you found the video helpful. 👍👍👍

[@goodgollymsmolly]

Do you have any advice for leakage? Right out of the box the lid is leaking air at 25 psi

[@JakeThompson]

Ruthie Rhodes use petroleum jelly on the seal and tighten as tight as you can.. I’m going to replace the wing bolts with regular bolts so I can tighten them with a wrench.

[@goodgollymsmolly]

I'll try that, thanks!

[@johnkorn6698]

Thanks a million for posting this - exactly what I needed to walk me through the process. Well done!

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you.. glad I could help out. 👍

[@aksouthsida]

Thanks Jake. Loved the video. I've seen people talk about these pots but had no idea what they were or how to use them. Just bought a lathe today. Going to start with basic wood items but will be moving to resin/wood mixes soon as I get some skills

[@JakeThompson]

Troy Fairclough That is awesome!! I hope the video answered all of your questions. Happy turning, you will have lots of fun!

[@SABISHII_MUSHI]

Thanks for the info. I was looking around for a DIY pressure pot and came across this. Really easy to follow instructions. I was looking at the price of the pot on the Harbor Freight site and noticed someone had added your video recently too. Seems you are helping a lot of people.

[@JakeThompson]

That’s super awesome.. I’m glad you liked the video and that I could help out.

[@DowneastThunderCreations]

Awesome Jake! You've inspired me to give Harbor Freight more of my money! Cool video - thanks again.

[@JakeThompson]

Downeast Thunder Creations Haha.. I always seem to find a way to give them my money.. lol 👍👍👍

[@TaylorRussell_TheAnimator]

This video was INCREDIBLY helpful. My resin casts are bubble-free to an astounding degree and I feel I never would have achieved this without blowing my house up were it not for this very informative video. Thanks for making this (and doubly so with the amazon links) so that a dope like me could make this magic happen.

[@JakeThompson]

😁😁😁 Awesome .. I’m glad you got it put together and are casting.. glad I could help you out. 👍👍

[@TaylorRussell_TheAnimator]

@@JakeThompson oh wow, wasn't expecting a response! Yeah man, I really appreciate this video, honestly, the how-to section was excellent but the thing that sold me was your comparison between the pressurized and non-pressurized resin. It was night and day and I was SOLD. Then I get to go back and follow your very sensible how-to again and like... Man, I never woulda figured this stuff out on my own. thanks again and keep being awesome, hope your granddaughter is happy with your resin casts!

[@Chanzlyn]

This was truly a blessing, thank you so much for making this! It made my life A LOT easier.

[@JakeThompson]

Lucky Jackson Awesome!! I’m super happy I could help ya out!!

[@jessemacey2373]

It sure did. Saved me tons of time

[@SgtofUSMarines96to04]

Thanks for showing how well the blank in the pressure pot turned out!!

[@JakeThompson]

Aaron Miller very welcome, glad you enjoyed!! 👍👍

[@HeathKnuckles_Tasty_Timber]

You are in trouble now! You’ll never have time to use your CNC now. 😉 Thanks for the shoutout brother. Can’t wait to see what you come up with! 👊

[@JakeThompson]

Heath Knuckles Thanks Man!! I can’t wait!! The first one out of the box should be pretty cool!!! The cnc will be ok with a nice break!!

[@gregmead2967]

Thanks for this. I went out yesterday and bought a HF paint pot and compressor, and I'm looking forward to making some good pen blanks.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome.. you will have lots of fun!!

[@CrossCutCreations]

Yay! Welcome to the addiction of resin casting!

[@JakeThompson]

Cross Cut Creations lol... it’s about to go down!!!! Haha

[@NicholasYaekle]

Hands down the best video on this pot I've found! Thanks!

[@JakeThompson]

Very welcome!! 👍👍

[@paulahemphill1412]

Please don't use petroleum jelly on rubber gaskets or seals, it deteriorates the rubber much faster. Use a silicone type.

[@alschulze-woodworx7258]

Oh nooooo, your gonna catch that maker disease......”turneritis” 😢😢😢 I’ve lost many good friends to this condition, I love you brother, we’ll get through it together Another great video Jake 😂😂😂!!!!

[@JakeThompson]

Al Schulze - WoodworX Haha Thank you Brother.. Can’t wait for your video!!

[@DeadriseWoodCrafts]

I bought a paint pot and I knew exactly what channel do come to!! Thanks Jake.

[@JakeThompson]

Deadrise Wood Crafts How did I miss this comment??? Lol

[@SimpleNature]

I have a dumb question Jake. When I work with mixed material, I tend to use vacuum to remove air pockets and bubbles. Why pressure?

[@paulblair7515]

More than one way to skin a cat?

[@emmamakesbadart]

Theres a really informative video about pressure v. Vacuum by Peter Brown

[@SimpleNature]

@@emmamakesbadart Yes, Peter Brown - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZm2qYidab6srdU Excellent! TY

[@SimpleNature]

@@paulblair7515 - looks like the cat's skin/bubbles shrinks in volume by 4.25X at 50 PSI if all is still fair with the world.

[@justinp1278]

I would personally vacuum it first to get the air out then put it in the pressure pot. The best of both worlds.

[@rpmazzella]

This was the best video I have watched on the pressure pot conversion. Nice job Jake.

[@JakeThompson]

Ron Mazzella Thank you very much!! I’m glad I could help you out!! 👍👍👊

[@brianfoster7064]

If like to see pressure vs non-pressure with vacuum to remove bubbles before pouring.

[@danielemanuele5827]

Absolutely the best explanation on how to convert this paint tank. Thanks a million.

[@JakeThompson]

Daniel Emanuele Thank you and I have another video coming out tomorrow to answer more questions people had.. Thank you for watching. 👍👍

[@pairaboots]

that was a good way to show what you did ,but if you do larger castings you will need to deflect the air so it dose not blow straight down , it should go to the sides .great job I just sub ed

[@JakeThompson]

pairaboots Thanks for watching!! The back side of the air inlet deflects air.. and when I do larger castings I let the air in very slowly. I’m glad you enjoyed and thanks for the sub. 👍👍

[@TheAirtime23]

Used your method yesterday and it worked great! Also, purchased all the parts from amazon using your link....very helpful. Thanks so much!

[@JakeThompson]

Shoaib Lateef Awesome!! Thank you.. happy Casting!!

[@RyanNiemer]

Guess I'm going to Harbor Freight, darn lol. Thanks for the video!

[@JakeThompson]

Ryan Niemer Haha... good stuff!! Glad you enjoyed!

[@edgarmiears5992]

You have taught me so much on all your videos. You are “ the man”.

[@JakeThompson]

Lol Thank you.. plenty more to come.

[@RebelYell95]

What is the point of rearranging the fittings? You could have just capped off the paint output fitting and the air out fitting on the pressure gauge, and save money.

[@SamuraiSwimmer]

By far the best and definitive video on how to do this. Thanks so much for taking the time to help us nubes out here!

[@JakeThompson]

Louis Lux Absolutely!! Thank you!!! 👍👍

[@abad77camaro]

Hey jake, great video! Made it really easy to retro-fit the system for this use. I'm having an issue that the hole in the regulator that allows it to set the pressure, constantly leaks no matter which way the regulator knob is turned. Am I doing something wrong?

[@evanurchin]

I am having the same issue on two pots. Can't for the life of me find another 60psi value to replace it with. Tempted to just cap it off completely, my compressor only puts out 110psi, and the pot is good for 90psi, so unless I'm using gross negligence, I shouldn't have any problems??

[@braveheart51able]

Thank you so much....I got your link from Kim Tippin. I thought this was going to be a difficult process but you made it easy... May get my pot and parts today.......Thanks again for keeing it simple!

[@JakeThompson]

robert simms Absolutely!! I’m going to thank Kim for sending you my way!! 👍👍

[@braveheart51able]

@@JakeThompson Got the pot yesterday and the pieces HF had. Our Lowe's didn't have the elbow and cap so looking elsewhere. Should be done tomorrow....or as soon as I locate the elbow and cap! Thanks again!

[@dionnesimoneissmitten4436]

Just a quick note: The size of the current 6/22 pop off seems to be different than the connector. Unless I was shipped the wrong item and didn't notice. (It's not a big deal. I was so incredibly delighted to have the shopping links for shopping ease.)

[@JakeThompson]

When you get the correct fitting can you tell me the right size fitting so I can change the link.. I’m glad you enjoyed the links

[@dionnesimoneissmitten4436]

@@JakeThompson yours is correct. They sent the wrong item. Thank you so much for the reply!!!!! And the tutorial!!!

[@edgarmiears5992]

Jake, thank you for showing me this video. I am going today to get my pressure pot.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome... you are welcome!!

[@chaosjohn]

What is the size of the circle that you cut? Edit: I went to Marshall home good and got a 9" round cake pan and it fit perfectly.

[@JakeThompson]

LightenS It’s about 9 inches and then I sanded for a nice fit.

[@chaosjohn]

@@JakeThompson thanks a lot By the way, do you test the relief valve by going to 60psi?

[@crotchrocket81]

just pour the bottom with resin and apply pressure, it'll be flat then.

[@brentwhigham9289]

Just bought one yesterday. Glad I found your video.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! Have fun casting! 👍👊

[@dtork47]

Really helpful Jake, thanks. Clancy MT

[@JakeThompson]

dtork47 Very Welcome, glad you enjoyed it!👍👍

[@samantha7742]

Your videos are hands down the best for learning. You're very thorough, knowledgeable and you consistently make everything accessible through links so no searching for any of the products. Out of a 5 star rating, you deserve a 10. I'm a follower for life lol

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you Samantha ❤️❤️

[@Growyourheirlooms]

Am I the only one that noticed he put the teflon tape on wrong? Good video btw. Thinking about buying one of these. Although the reviews on HF are not so great. But they are a good price

[@JakeThompson]

Grow Your Heirlooms I think the only other one that noticed was on reddit. But I expect that out of them... good news is it doesn’t leak. The tank works pretty good for this.. if you are going to do bigger castings, go for a bigger one.

[@kdjwolf]

I noticed. Not all of them though.

[@boboluey]

@@JakeThompson yes I did notice that about the tape also.lol

[@elevatordancer]

Thank you so much! Your instructional video is easier to follow than others on this same project. Because of you, I just successfully tested my first pressure pot.

[@JakeThompson]

elevatordancer Awesome. I’m glad I could help you out!👍👍

[@robertyoung6235]

The 3/8 pipe threads were likely metric.

[@intuitiefreader3539]

The best step by step explanation I’ve seen

[@JakeThompson]

Ineke Helmich Thank you very much. I’m glad I could help! 👍👍

[@NoName-uh3lp]

It looks like you are applying the Teflon tape against the direction of the threads, why? The tape should end in the same direction the treads are going to get a better fit. Going against the threads will rip the tape off the fitting when you screw it on!

[@JakeThompson]

No Name I’ve had it for a long time now with no leaks at any threads.. you are correct and about the 10th person to point it out.. I hope you got something out of the video besides my substandard tape job.

[@cdouglas1942]

@@JakeThompson Good video Jake. The idea with tape is no leaks, you succeded. Before tape my dad taught me to rub bar soap liberally on threads...that works too.

[@jenniferlewis9130]

Thank you so much for this video, i appreciate you showing all the steps as you do them and explaining everything in detail.

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you Jelly!! I’m glad I could help.. and I’m glad you enjoyed it.👍👊

[@mamabearssheshedtracykeato6941]

That's just proof for people that do not put resin under pressure. The difference is clear... pun intended here... lol. I only say that because buying blanks from someone else and paying twice as just doesn't make sense when you can create them yourself. Are you also going to be stabilizing wood?

[@JakeThompson]

Tracy Keaton I will get into stabilizing in the very near future. This process is a lot of fun for me. The creative aspect of it is endless, I can’t wait to see where this takes my mind. The downside for me is getting the wood, like burls and such is difficult and will be expensive. The pressure pot was fun to convert and a very mandatory piece of the puzzle. I’m glad you enjoyed the video!! 👍👍

[@antilitarded4142]

Jake.....I buy ALOT of wood burl on ebay from 2 pple mostly.....their store names are . www.ebay.com/usr/charleselkan?_trksid=p2053788.m1543.l2754 for CharlesElkan and www.ebay.com/usr/antlersexpress?_trksid=p2053788.m1543.l2754 for Anltersexpress.......they are VERY fair on prices and in my opinion have the best looking and fastest shipping.....they are the ONLY ones I buy maple burl from!!!.....check them out, you won't be disappointed!!

[@JakeThompson]

AntiLißTard ed Thanks a lot.. I will check it out!! 👍👍

[@AaaaNinja]

The bubbles are way less of an issue if you're making things with opaque resins.

[@melimel9265]

@@AaaaNinja yes but I think what he wants is clear so you can see what has been embedded in the resin

[@oyvonnee]

Thank you for a great video. I've watched several but no one but you showed all the parts you need. I finally feel confident I can do this. YOU ROCK!

[@JakeThompson]

Very welcome Yvonne.. glad you enjoyed it. 😁 Thanks for the Sweet Tea! 😁😁

[@blackbirdpie217]

What you're actually doing is compressing the bubbles so they are so small you can't really see them.

[@JakeThompson]

Dave B 👍👍👍

[@richardmoser6068]

I would think that the pressure actually compresses the resin forcing the bubbles out faster than the other techniques such as heating the material.

[@blackbirdpie217]

@@richardmoser6068 there are some other videos demonstrating compression vs. Decompression. Compression hides the bubbles. They have no place to escape to with pressure may even pack a little more air into it than it already had. When the air pressure is taken off in a vacuum chamber the bubbles expand and float out but this creates foam, the foam rises out of the vessel and before the bubbles can pop/ collapse the resin sets up making a huge mess. You can remove gases from water and at very low pressures water will even cold boil. Think about a soda bottle under pressure the co2 gas is invisible, pop the top releasing pressure it expands and you can see bubbles.. as it has a way out.

[@SeansWoodBarn]

Thanks for the great video Jake, I had a vague idea of what I needed to do, but you really clarified it for me. I will say this tho... because my local "big box" store is usually lacking in the restocking department, I had to do design on the fly kinda thing while standing in the air tool isle. Because of that, I ended up buying extra stuff just to avoid a return trip. I ended up realizing that you only need three adapters. I didn't use the supplied "T" or gauge. I relocated the blow out valve the same as you, but the input is just the hose adapter to a ball valve to an inline pressure gauge. It's just a much simpler version of what you showed us. Thanks for getting me pointed in the right direction... can't wait to use it!!

[@SeansWoodBarn]

I tried to upload a pic.

[@wilbertolugo8700]

go PACKERS GO,GO,GO

[@JakeThompson]

wilberto lugo Go Pack Go!!! 👍👍👊

[@georgetonkovic1275]

Thank You for posting your conversion process. Just bought the pot and now I have a list of the extra parts needed and how to do it. Great Video.

[@JakeThompson]

George Tonkovic Awesome!!! Have fun!!

[@IICubeII]

Any chance someone would be willing to help me make a caddy for the inside on this thing? I don't have access to a cnc. Honestly just need two rounds cut from mdf. Message me if we can work something out.

[@shmoopy4265]

Zac Fitzgerald you could possibly look for public workshops in your area. Some places have areas such as maker spaces where you can use machines and other tools.

[@IICubeII]

@@shmoopy4265 I have actually! The only one out here rents space on a monthly basis for around $250. That being said, I could always ask to just make a few quick cuts. Not sure if they'd let me just run in and out like that though. But yeah, bit rich for what I need unfortunately. I did come up with a solution though, just need to find a metal wire rack for displaying baked goods or whatever. One that'll fit in the pot and maybe even a multi layer one? If I find anything I'll try to report back! But I think that might be my best solution, assuming I can find one that's the right size.

[@jayvan4353]

Thanks Jake, followed your instructions and built this thing in about 10 mins. Works great!

[@JakeThompson]

Jay Van Awesome!! I’m glad I could help!! 👍

[@Agropelters]

`why not pour alumilite in the bottom of the pot for leveling it...

[@JakeThompson]

headlightdog That’s a pretty good idea.. 👍👍

[@joanbusby3213]

headlightdog if your resin spills over the two will become one. That is why you would not want to pour resin into the bottom

[@ScienceNotFaith]

@@JakeThompson Actually that's a bad idea. - prevents changing in the future - that would be a LOT more $$$ - precludes taking out platform if you need a bit more room at the top.

[@michaelogden5958]

I've been told that the best way to wrap Teflon tape onto threading is to wrap clockwise, looking from the bore closest to you. I think it keeps the Teflon from bunching up. Great video. I am about to take the ol' Pressure Pot Plunge. 😄

[@JakeThompson]

Yeah … EVERYONE… noticed that I put the tape on backwards but, at the end of the wrap I pull the tape up and tight along the threads.. and it never leaked.. but I understand I’m on the internet and everyone is a plumber 😂😂😂 I’m glad you enjoyed the video and have fun casting 🦾🦾

[@ALSomthin]

Oky doke Jake ! Thanks ! You solved my dilemma in deciding about getting a pressure pot for my resin projects. I bought a vacuum pot to try and remove air but it still didn't give me good results. My resin actually set up before all the air came out! I never considered Harbor Freight for the purchase on the pressure pot either so thanks also for that too. I subscribed to your channel hope to see more of your content asap.

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you… I have another video coming out tomorrow… it might help ya out also.

[@ALSomthin]

Great I have been an artist and doing all kinds of stuff over the years, wood carving, welding ,metal fabrication, forging sculpting, machining, building electric guitars from magnesium, knife making always looking to expand my horizons.

[@JakeThompson]

After many Questions from this video, I made a follow up video, I hope it Helps you out! Video HERE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4rdpHeKgrt8gZo Also, here is a link to a better seal for the lid. amzn.to/2V8DGe2

[@fefabre]

Great video. I just bought my pressure tank from Harbor Freight and ordered the hardware from Amazon. Can’t wait to assemble and try it.

[@JakeThompson]

fefabre Thank you!! Have lots of fun casting!! 👍👍👊

[@fefabre]

Got my parts today and put the pot together. Tomorrow will be my first use and looking forward to it.

[@treybaskerville5131]

I purchased my pot and accessories to do this project. I am handy and will be able to replicate this. There are a few ideas brewing for use with this tool. Thanks for clear instruction..

[@JakeThompson]

Trey Baskerville Awesome!!! Have fun!!! 👍👍💪💪

[@antilitarded4142]

Thnx Jake!!.....I did the exact same thing with the HF pressure pot but ended up just taking the pressure regulator off for 2 reasons.....it failed to work properly and started leaking...... and 2...I wanted to use it for a vacuum chamber as well......you don't need the regulator since you do have a gauge and a ball valve.......I assume that if you are getting into the casting part of woodworking, then you will eventually start to stabilize wood as well......and that pressure pot works extremely well for both purposes.......Great video nonetheless.......thnx for what you do to help many pple with their struggle in beginning the woodworking trade!!......your videos are very informative and extremely helpful for many pple!!

[@JakeThompson]

AntiLißTard ed Thank you So much!! Comments like this one are why I make these videos. My biggest challenge will be getting wood to stabilize, not much to chose from around here. That makes sense about the regulator, I’m sure I will change things as I go forward and I will show the changes in future videos. Thank you so much and I’m happy you enjoy my videos!!

[@kenhilson786]

My concern is that someone might not set regulator to max and it would display a pressure much less was actually being applied to the pot.

[@Msredrobynhood]

Helped so much for someone who had no idea how to do this. Thank you! ❤️

[@JakeThompson]

Very welcome Heather!! Glad I could help. 😁😁

[@acraftsmansimagination56]

Just bought a pot and some fittings at the freight, now I’m going to hook her up!

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome.. have some fun!! 👍👍

[@gaylegreer9798]

This will finally convince my hubby (and me) to buy a pot!!! Thanks for the tutorial!!

[@JakeThompson]

Gayle Greer Awesome!! I’m glad I could help ya out!👍👊

[@Mike_VH]

Thanks Jake. Your video helped me convert a pot and now I’m slowly getting into more resin projects. Thanks!!!

[@Foxfire-oo9bs]

Been thinking making a pressure pot/getting a pressure pot was out of my price range. This + a little compressor from HF is doable. Thank you for posting!

[@JakeThompson]

Taylor Payne If course.. Thank you!!

[@HarnealMedia]

Good job Jake. This is another of the rabbit holes i want to get into

[@JakeThompson]

Harneal Media Lol jump in feet first like I do.., lol

[@HarnealMedia]

LOL I do that too often already.

[@PriscillasArte]

Thank You so much for sharing this process!!! I have been so intimidated by using the pot for casting. But I think I'll be giving it a shot this weekend that's to your walk through.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! Very welcome

[@MuffinMan0521]

Thanks for putting links to the mods in the description. I just ordered them.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! I’m glad I could help out! 👍👍

[@michaelm077]

Cool video, I’m new to resin casting and turning and this video answered a lot of questions about using a pressure pot. Great job.

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you! I’m glad I could help you out.. plenty more videos to come. 👍👍

[@mookzmom]

thank you! you explained this in a way even this old lady can almost understand. Not sure I could re-tool the screw hole or adjust the pressure valve, but I bet I can find someone who could do it for me. Now, if I just don't blow up my garage....lol

[@JakeThompson]

Pam Miller Lol I’m sure you can do it!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video! 😄😄

[@dukeofearl6256]

A vice? I am expecting this to be hard? You have not taken apart very many Harbor Freight tools... You give them WAY too much credit. Great presentation. I interested in this and feel much more confident now. Thanks for approach, laying everything out, full explanation.

[@JakeThompson]

The Duke Of Earl I’m glad you liked the video.. I watched other videos and the people struggled with the pipe.. I was surprised it was so easy.. 😂 👍👊

[@solypsomancer9540]

Practical. To the point. Looks like you are enjoying yourself. Thanks.

[@JakeThompson]

Thank you 👍👍

[@WillyK51]

Dental technitians also use pressure pot. Did mine with a regular cooking presure pot, instaled a manometer and a car/bicicle tire walve

[@JakeThompson]

👍👍

[@allandoell1025]

Great video. I am thinking about doing some wood-epoxy vases and this pressure pot video really helped!

[@JakeThompson]

👍👍

[@raygannon7824]

Thanks I have been dreaming of starting to support my younger customers with the lower end pens. I have been refusing to do anything plastic until your presentation. LoRayG

[@JakeThompson]

Raymond Gannon That’s great!! I’m glad you liked the video and hope you have fun doing this!!

[@jorgemaldonado5575]

Now I’m running to Harbor freight to buy one of those, thank you thank you thank you, excellent video

[@JakeThompson]

jorge maldonado 😄😄😄Thank you very much!! 👍👊

[@WrenagadeWorkshop]

Oh hell yeah! I've been contemplating on doing just this for some time, already made a degassing chamber (12x12" unit from a helium bottle) but high pressure scares the s**t out of me so I've been putting it off. Now I've seen it done successfully, I may just have to put it on my "to do" list now, thanks for showing us the way :D

[@JakeThompson]

WrenagadeWorkshop Lol!! Lots of people use the harbor freight pot. I did get a bigger one.. should make a video this week, nothing wrong with the harbor freight one though.

[@marshallbrummel1860]

Thank you for the simple way to convert the pressure pot.

[@JakeThompson]

Marshall Brummel Thank you for watching Marshall!! 👍👊

[@frankfehrenbach7945]

Go Pack Go Thanks for the video. Got the parts going to do this today.

[@JakeThompson]

Awesome!! 👍👍

[@mikem8916]

If you have purchased a Harbor Freight pot recently, you'll need an impact wrench to remove 2 of the fittings. The paint outlet fitting and the T fitting. They're assembled 'with' thread lock and you 'won't' get them off with muscle. Other than that this video was very helpful Jake.

[@JakeThompson]

Very welcome. .. Mine were tight too… I guess I made it look easy… 😂 Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@enchantedlynx9381]

Great video, thanks! I followed this and things worked out just fine. Just a heads up to fellow Canadians (with no harbour freight) that you can buy an identical pressure pot at Princess Auto (a national chain). All the parts and steps outlined in this excellent video worked well for me on the princess auto pressure pot.

[@JakeThompson]

DM Awesome. I’m happy to hear the video helped you, and now I can tell Canadians where to get a pot from.. good stuff! 👍👍

[@enchantedlynx9381]

@@JakeThompson The only issue I ended up having was some air leakage with the teflon tape. I ended up redoing it using a liquid thread sealer (Loctite 545) and now it holds 50 psi for 24 hours. And I'm casting resin!

[@JakeThompson]

DM Awesome!!! Now you’re in business!!

[@livelife1197]

First off your a freaking awesome gramdpa.....watching videos with the kids😍😍😍😍😍

[@JakeThompson]

live life Aaaawwwwww Thank you!!!!

[@shaunfelton2046]

This is the video I’ve needed for the last month! Thank you!

[@JakeThompson]

Shaun Felton Glad I could help!! 👍👍

[@stevegronsky8904]

Again I had the preview to this when I visited you to do the inlay on the cutting board. We're back from our road trip so I'll be random orbit sanding for a while.

[@JakeThompson]

Steve Gronsky Lol.. get that sander warmed up buddy!! 👍👊