DIY Mobile Bandsaw Mill Part 1 Trailer

[@jimdickenson9855]

I think I'll just knock a bandsaw mill up. You amaze me with your skill set Kris and I could watch you all day. keep em coming mate

[@AvinashSingh-kw6oj]

I'm not here to learn to build anything, I'm just here to watching in amazement at what ONE man can achieve and do on his own if you really put your mind to it.

[@fishingcostarica]

I have been watching you all your life. I finally have to say. I like the way your brain works. We need more young people like you in this world.

[@billrees4638]

Morning Kris, You could just run a second fuel tank, One for diesel start and finish, prime for start. Then when it's warmed up switch over to Veg.

[@livingladolcevita7318]

damn Bill you beat me to it ha ha.

[@davidfeatch1436]

@@livingladolcevita7318 and me lol.

[@PKMartin]

That's the ideal scenario, but it needs modification to the engine (albeit a minor one).

[@timothycronin7858]

Zzź

[@GarethTerrace]

You've basically saved lockdown here, such a quality setup. When lockdown's over I owe you about 10 beers!

[@mx96288]

sick! all these cool projects going on with so much cool stuff yet to come (sauna, timber framed house, upstairs metal workshop with carlift, secondary stream diversion for higher flow hydro nozzles etc.) can't wait for all those videos to get released eventually. thank you kris for this quality EDUCATIONAL entertainment! :)

[@DaiElsan]

Evolution have made quality saws for cutting steel for years.

[@Richie8a8y]

Always a great day when you post Kris. Congratulations on getting all the bits and bobs sourced and gathered for the saw mill. Knowing you Kris, the time it’ll save will be spent before it’s counted. You are a font of creativity. Your channel offers inspiration, ingenuity and practical applications for both. Best to Dot! Richard

[@barryangelapool715]

Love your channel Kris (my absolute favourite) but what I love the most is how you completely melt and loose it when you see your cat 🤣💕Tells me you’re a good man. Keep up the great work.

[@nicksrestos8505]

I live in B.C. Canada and it’s 8:20 am here. I will be saving this vid for when I’m done work and settled in with a nice pint of Guinness. Kris, thank-you for all your quality videos.

[@jimmysquires5093]

Kris, Matt Cremona on his KZbin channel built a trailer and built a homemade trailer "rotisserie" to turn the trailer. Worked out great and he kept it mounted through build, paint, wiring. Might take a look and consider it.

[@cloudedmoon]

Put the bolts in vinegar next time to remove the galvanizing. The welds will be better and you probably save some of your health. Thanks for sharing all of your work with us. I appreciate it

[@nageshwarjadhav]

trash to gold ,you are a real engineer man , thanks for sharing, keep posting.

[@hotwheelmanraven2289]

If I didn't live on the other side of the pond I'd come over every day and work with you you're one smart little guy I love it and I saw mill that's going to work out just fine. Keep up the good work

[@rocklover7437]

Glad to see you turn the chassis over with brains not brawn. After a hernia from being pig headed i learnt the hard way.

[@chriswills9530]

Really looking forward to seeing how you tackle the saw head part of it. Blows me away to see you thinking and making. Proper engineering.

[@zuupcat]

Really looking forward to the weather getting better! Can‘t wait for seeing everything blooming again :)

[@perunut4656]

Great video. Not everyone can afford or even get a bandsaw in some countries so making one is the only option

[@Shambala_G]

If there's one person I'd like to learn how to make a diy bandsaw from it is you Kris. Perfect timing 👍

[@johnibbertson2960]

by its wonderful to watch you kris i wish i was 20 years younger id be up there helping thi

[@SilverGoth]

Thanks for the kitty cameos! I’m looking forward to seeing spring come to your property.

[@TheMeadowCraftWorkshop]

Just total respect for your skill and practicality. As an old fart who carves wood and loves the natural environment you give me hope for the future of our land. Thank you for sharing your ideas and craftsmanship.

[@amberclemons-lopez7220]

You’ve proven many times that you can do whatever you set your mind to. When people talk about “kids nowadays”, I put a stop to it because there are many who have wonderful work ethics. You are one of them. You obviously like to use your mind and problem solve your way to your goal. I admire you. I love watching and learning from you. Thanks for a great video!

[@jerrystark3587]

Big project. That chop saw paid for itself on this job alone. Well done! P.S> Sweet engine!

[@sarahlittlefarm5070]

One of the best bandsaw diy vids out there!

[@beyondtheworkbench]

Its always really hard to get things square and level but you did a really good job!

[@christopherforster6555]

There's just no end to your talents well done you are a fine lad all the best ,love what you do thanks.

[@207matthew]

I'll hopefully copy your mill this summer,,, save some $$$...on an island off the coast of Maine!

[@nickthomas8400]

spot on quality filming as usual - quite a build -look fwd to seeing it working

[@maxeyac]

Good job Kris. You are an intelligent lad.

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. This look looks like a great addition to your homestead.

[@Ross-Sawing]

Just seeing this for the first time, that's awesome!

[@jamesculp3622]

Thank you for continuing to be a bright spot, in dreary times. Even though these projects look overwhelming, your editing makes all of them look doable. ;)

[@themudhutt1]

12 meters !!!!!! Fantastic . Is there ANYTHING you can’t do . Fantastic to watch .

[@robertreid7221]

Brilliant video as always Kris, your work ethic puts a lot of us to shame. Looking forward to your next one ✌❤ Rob.

[@MsSephrena]

Great job, Kris - You're such an inspiration... Thank you again for sharing....

[@drawingarchitecture7229]

Hello I admire your work so much and I’m thinking of doing the same kinda thing do you need planning permission for your work such as the house and workshop and green house thanks keep up the great work

[@magicwendy210]

You amaze me with all your talents, full of inspiration and authenticity, well done on your trailer build x

[@nbc902]

Such industrialness is greatly admired. Love your videos.

[@lisabarajas1269]

You are a brilliant man! My father would have loved to work with you! He was brilliant as well...

[@neomaxi2023]

Love what you do. You have a lot of talent. I had a thought about the fuel for the engine. You may have come up with the same idea in the next episodes. How about 2 tanks? 1 with only pure diesel and one with bio. Then you can put a tap in to switch between them. Start it on pure, switch to bio then back to pure at the end of the day to flush the boi out before storing :)

[@dodge7679]

Fair play Kris, Christ you are a man of many talents...👏🇮🇪☘

[@СергейЗамахов-в8г]

Hi Kris. This diesel engine very good. It is powerful and economical. I have this engine on mototiller, 9hp. It is not warm. Im not use electric starter, i using hand starter. You handy dude. Your video very good, thanks from Russia.

[@ironleatherwood1357]

I have been planning this build for a while. When I'm done with my tiny house, cottage I'm going to start. Thanks for awesome videos!

[@d.j.robinson9424]

You're doing Great Kris, you'll be sawing in no time. Great to see your wobbly bits didn't go all caddy wompous...👍👍💚💚🙏🐱

[@TraceGriffin19]

Been working on a post driver like yours in my free time over the past few weeks. Thanks for your videos. I'm going to start on a sawmill next.

[@donnashelby1546]

Your knowledge and drive amaze me...so impressive and honest. You are willing to share your insights and you are not afraid to show the reality of your work. Thank you for your kind, clean and genuine language...it is refreshing to hear a gentleman speak in their work environment.

[@josephlwallssr6166]

You are really an amazing hard working individual! You have an idea, come up with a plan,is it feasible,get the material needed and follow through and complete the project! It may take a little time but you finish the task at hand! Thanks for sharing your video!👍

[@twoflower8264]

Looking good. Could you have 2 tanks one for Diesel one for Veg oil and an inline switch so you can just turn it over from diesel to veg oil and back again when you need to??

[@kerryowen-holmes3719]

Every video I see of yours I’m just in awe of your abilities! Your just so fabulous at doing everything 😊🇦🇺

[@zeds.6783]

I think grinding edges that are going to be welded to a roughly 45 degree angle gives more surface area for the weld to adhere/hold the two pieces.

[@michaelcooney7687]

I love your knee/spark protection

[@migueljose2944]

amazing! Hard to believe someone your age has so many skills and such resourcefulness and ethical core. keep on going!

[@lloydwilson9104]

add a secondary diesel tank for start and warm up then switch to veg for run, nice job

[@george8873]

Love bandsaw mill builds. Have watched several on KZbin. Looking forward to the rest of the series and the first time you mill lumber with it.

[@devonlawrence9899]

Good evening kris,I really enjoy your videos,you gave me inspiration to do things myself,I really enjoy seeing how you cut and put things together but with this video I find it was a bit rushed,hope to see your original style of videos soon,thank you! Keep up the good work

[@zenzen9131]

I don't think there's anything you couldn't build. Totally amazing :)

[@dagwood1327]

Something that might help later on. You may have already planned for it. It is something I need for my mill. Reinforce the tongue end for a pulling point. You can winch a log onto the mill from the other end.

[@KrisHarbour]

Im planning on having side ramps and a winch mounted to a post that slots in to the side of the frame.

[@steviestevie6868]

​@@KrisHarbour Great

[@garymentzer8393]

Use wooden post it's easier on blade. Put turn bolt at end of pipe for clearance

[@AnnetteZang]

U truly are a Jack of all Trades. Well done.....it will be a great sawmill once completed. Stay safe and healthy

[@sevenproxies]

Great work but PLEASE watch your back, friend! Cheers from Sweden!

[@keithandlindabaldrey7413]

Good on you CHRIS. Just watching Monday morning as the KZbin notification didn’t come through. We thoroughly enjoy your vlogs. You have so much talent and just keep learning as you go. Thanks for keeping things interesting during lockdowns across the world. Prayers for you and Dot from Ontario Canada.

[@coachjedismertplay6827]

Your vids can make any day better. Thanks!

[@hazellinajane]

Watching these videos is a bit like watching Bob Ross painting videos. It starts off with you having no idea how it's going to turn out, as it progresses you think 'ok looks cool, I can see where this is going' with the occasional 'wtf is going on?' moment thrown in and by the end you see an amazing work of art while also marvelling that you would never know where to even begin ;D Or maybe that's just me :P Great video dude :)

[@garrysekelli6776]

Wow he lifts that huge metal himself. Should join strongman Comp.

[@benjaminohloff7819]

Awesome, I was considering building one myself for years. Maybe you have triggered me now ;) Greeetings from Germany,

[@KrisHarbour]

Me to! I finally just got so sick of chainsaw milling and going to the sawmill buying wood. Should save many van journeys and time.

[@E-N-A-R-D-L-A-V]

Very cool Kris. One little thing. When making something this heavy, it is usually a good idea to tie the tongue into at least 2 different cross members. It spreads the weight and stress this trailer will get while pulling. Other than that, I quite liked watching you build it. Well done.

[@samvalentine3206]

Should be OK for local around the property travel?

[@E-N-A-R-D-L-A-V]

@@samvalentine3206 For a while sure. But the uneven terrain of his land will be harder on it than your average paved road. Remember, the entire weight of that trailer is being pulled by two pieces of metal butt welded together. It will start getting stress fractures, when, I have no idea. Could be a month, could be 20 years, it all just depends.

[@johanhelberglongbowsknifes1185]

You rock Kris many can learn from you survive is the answer dont trust governments to look after you South Africa is going down the drain started to go like in Zimbabwe power cuts the whole day nothing is secure here we have to build own power and plant our own veggies. There is a saying i learn in Special Forces the man who walks alone walks far. Good luck with your projects.

[@cainclay1193]

Looking smart, that will come in handy when you start the big build!

[@redechelon37]

Love the video, I'm always excited to see a new post from you, Kris. This ones extra special though, I've been researching band saw mills obsessively and plan to get one in the spring. A welder is something I want for the future, but I think I'll use the mill to build a shop for it first! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@therealsparkman]

I love the idea of repurposing! Rather than see much good materials being hauled off to the depot or to the dump, utilizing it in the construction of something ideal is always something I like to take into consideration. Good job of fabricating your own sawmill. Would eventually like to make one of my own. Here's hoping there are no obstacles with the weather or with sourcing parts. Cheers!

[@ButterflyMatt]

I really enjoyed this. I love the variety of your wood, metal, structure, vehicle and other projects.

[@kennethgibbons2487]

Amazing - as usual - Kris. It was a real thrill to find your latest post this morning here in NZ. You never cease to amaze me with your skills and listening to you talk about all the other projects you have on the go... it's mind boggling. I love the stuff you do and always hang out for your next installment.

[@Nszewczak]

Would be interested to see a video covering your process for scrap scrounging, your yield is impressive compared to what I can get around here

[@KrisHarbour]

Most the box steel used was new unfortunately. cant really scavenge much at the moment.

[@cright1282]

as always, love your work, Chris. you and Dot stay safe!

[@TheMrWoodsman]

You are definitely a go big or go home kind of guy!

[@glennwilck5459]

Definitely be following this along! Just bought a woodmizer lt15wide will do a 36" log and love it..one of the best features is it has small rollers at the top of the log stops that are the best idea on the whole mill you should look at there design and copy it I'm sure it will be nice of you do big logs and have to roll them

[@mrMacGoover]

I would just have the smaller fuel tank on the engine full of commercial diesel and have a secondary biodiesel tank attached to the sawmill frame with a Y splitter valve. start it on the engines tank and after it's warmed up switch it to the bio mix tank.

[@tonywatson987]

Kris, you could heat up your few litres of veg oil in the house and take it down to the bandsaw in an insulated container, so it would still be plenty warm to easily start the engine without the need for diesel?

[@djnever00]

My thoughts exactly, start on diesel and add warm veg oil when the season requires it. I've been searching for this comment! Good work Kris. Always impressed and slightly jealous!

[@terranceedwards4750]

Kris please use a bottle of each avocado, sunflower, and grade seed oils, and see which one is better. These three are the only ones anyone should cook with at high temperatures, because all others are compromised at those temperatures. I think any of either of these three will perform much better for you in any of you vegetable oil ran engines, and I’d like to know whether that is the case or not.

[@PKMartin]

I can't wait to see how the saw head works - I'm looking at those log stops going "but where does the blade go?".

[@karramia3795]

There’s nothing you can’t do Kris. I reckon if you had to design and construct a haute couture ballgown you’d do that too!

[@myheartisinthemountains2660]

Man Kris! There isn't anything you can't do. Nice work buddy. ✌😎

[@PS-Straya_M8]

Happy New Year Kris and hello from Australia, we really look forward to your videos 😁👍🏼

[@justinrivers5397]

Nice! I am sick of the chainsaw as well.. I have an old RV that I want to use the frame as the base for a mill. Love your videos! Cheers

[@TheKnacklersWorkshop]

Hello Kris, Nice work... Looking forward to part two... Take care Paul,,

[@Perforated611]

Using 7018? Try striking it like a match against the material instead of tapping it to start it. Used to have to weld rusty crap LCS plate with 7018, works great, but doesn't start as easily as 6010 (although it takes considerably more concentration to get a clean weld out of 6010). Could always try 7024 jet rod as well, melts like butter in my opinion, absolute nightmare for overhead welds though, also noticed a generator running in the background, 7024 needs a ton of amps to work properly. Last note: 7018 flux coat absorbs moisture, the wetter the environment the harder it will be to get clean welds. Thanks for the vids, excited to watch more.

[@marygordon3032]

Like what you’re doing Kris, thanks! 🤩👏👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@TheDaf95xf]

Fantastic fabrication Kris 👍🏻

[@danielcram4734]

Great work man. You always impress me with your creativity and ingenuity.

[@TheLoxxxton]

I remember about 20 years ago I ran my Citroën Xantia on veg oil. I used about 80/20 to 50/50 mix veg oil to Diesel depending on the season.. At that time new veg oil from the supermarket was about 2/3 the cost of Diesel. Everywhere I went smelled of fish and chips though!

[@fonhollohan2908]

What would've help to prevent warpage is to have a welding table or lots of work horses that have been leveled. Than use plenty of clamps and brace the workpiece before welding that is what prevents warpage. And even than afterwards they would sent it to a plant to straighten the workpiece with massive heat and weight in a press. Also in the trade they would use hard wire instead of Flux core wire which is much less heat therefore not as much warpage. Just sharing my knowledge but with a bandsaw the tolerances should be acceptable as long as your angle iron is straight you should be fine! BTW Kris, I would install an extra cross brace at the very end where your hitch is attached. And I would recommend you place a brace beneath the tongue of the hitch and extend it back perpendicular to those existing braces and as I said add one more brace and extend that brace back crossing those two cross braces to reinforce the tongue hitch. I hope you can get that. Since your just using it on your farm as you said, it might be ok as it is. If not you can always reinforce it later on. Other than that you've done a decent job bro.. cheers bud.

[@MrMEmEmEmEMEMEeeeeee]

Sure looks like SMAW rather than FCAW to me...

[@wolfe1970]

Looks amazing so far, a nice Fendt green would be a great color for it

[@acraftman2823]

I think your going to love your new mill and make some money if you choose.. One thought since you are going to have to build a place for the engine I wonder if you could make it in a pod that could be attached to other pto equipment , planer, chipper ,back up generator, large pump you know what I'm saying. Have a good weekend.

[@filmbluff99]

Possibly fit a second fuel tank and changeover tap. Then one tank for diesel and one for veg oil. I remember the old tractors that started on petrol then were switched over to paraffin.😀🇬🇧

[@MuhammadDaudkhanTV100]

Fantastic building

[@gup8175]

Evolution steel saws are A+ imho. Thanks for the vid Kris :D

[@athloneduke]

Kris, another great job, a " frankenmill" and I'm sure you'll make good use of it. Well done, look forward to 2021 on the property

[@twowheelfrenzy]

Hey Kris, I was wondering, What do you do with all the sawdust you inevitably make? I was just wondering because I saw a video on how to make your own firewood briquettes. Presses are really cheap / easy to make from what I've seen on YT and it's basicly free firewood from sawdust / cardboard. Is this something you do / are interested in doing?

[@Mumakinder]

you never cease to amaze me kris!...... awesome job, again you take care of your back im watching u lol