Save money equipping your shop. Pipe clamps are needed by all woodworkers. Save a buck with my tips.
Пікірлер: 80
@sfosnot859 жыл бұрын
The harbor freight pipe clamps do work well. I also buy galvanized pipe instead of black pipe. The galvanized pipe wont leave black streaks on a glue up.
@blakehendrix6412 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I’ll follow your advice! I bought some of the Harbor Freight Pittsburg quick-grip clamps and they’ve been nothing but trouble… squeezing the handle just moves the bar about 1/4” and then releasing the handle moves it right back!
@rhwoodshop11 жыл бұрын
I agree! I like what you can get for the money when it comes to these kind of clamps. Great tip!!!
@priscillamccoy77768 жыл бұрын
thank you so much i have been searching these clamps are toooo expensive. great tip ill go to harbor freights in the morning
@knecht10511 жыл бұрын
Good idea using the coupling ... I never thought of that Thanks Roland :) Colin
@krisbredwell26443 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@coburnlowman8 жыл бұрын
Glad you made this. While a teen I bought some import pipe clamps that were had to slip on the sliding end. For a good while I'd wandered if the newer HarborFreight pipe clamps would hold. They come in handy in the welding shop like when squaring a trailer frame by clamping a cross corners. HarborFreight is now good about taking stuff back if it fails but just didn't want to deal with them if they didn't hold. Its good that folks still care about their fellow man.
@mollatove38639 жыл бұрын
I hear you regarding $12 opposed to the higher-end clamps. Thanks for your ideas. You are helping a couple thousand folks with your videos. I did the same thing you did by purchasing the clamps separate and adding the size bar-stock that one desires.
@bethlarson71445 жыл бұрын
He's too stupid to help himself let alone someone else.
@guido15343 жыл бұрын
@@bethlarson7144 TF is your problem?
@bethlarson71443 жыл бұрын
@@guido1534 Dipshits that don't know what the FUCK they are doing, like this asshole.
@fredskill15109 жыл бұрын
I use the half inch pipe clamp and one inch PVC pipe cut into rings about two inches to slide onto the black pipe so it not only doesn't stain but the glue sits proud of the pipe. If you slot the PVC rings a bit you can pop them onto the black pipe where ever you need them and use as many as you need... just a thought. Fred
@bethlarson71445 жыл бұрын
Only a dumb fuck would use pvc for a pipe clamp asshole
@guido15343 жыл бұрын
Or just use wax paper
@TheCopperFrog2 жыл бұрын
I have a question...how much is it going to cost to get set up to do my own threads if I were to section out a longer pipe for several clamps?
@michaeldillon40707 жыл бұрын
I have used pipe clamps for years and they are very effective. Regards Mike
@yowmymen30549 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review, this is my style too. Maybe when I win the lotto I can afford the brand name.
@heathenous819 жыл бұрын
The 1/2 inch pipe clamps at harbor freight are only $6. I found that those work for my projects. Good video. Thanks.
@steinie4411 жыл бұрын
Good tips. Great prices with the free cutting and threading.
@sttraveler259310 жыл бұрын
Have some Jorgensen pipe clamps on the way and I just got back from the big box store where I bought 2 - 10' pieces of black pipe for 10.85 each and had them cut into 4 pieces and thread one end. I ended up with 8 pieces approx. 30" in length for about 25.00 , I love the Besseys but who can afford a $95 dollar 3' clamp? Good tips please keep them coming.
@BackyardWoodworking10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. You can save more. Go to a plumbing supply buy a 21' piece of pipe hacksaw it in half and cut and thread your own to any length you like. thread both ends and use a coupling and make longer clamps. You can buy a cheap pipe threader at HF use a vise or a pipe wrench to hold the pipe.
@sigguy13619 жыл бұрын
+Gary Rider Wish our pipe was that cheap. I was just at the blue store the other night and black pipe 10' length was almost 20 bucks. Still a far cry cheaper than the bessey clamps, but it adds up. I'm glad to know people have tried and liked the H.F. clamps.
@johnsmith-sk1ep3 жыл бұрын
$13 for 10 ft of pipe. I wish. It's like 3 times and more than that in my area. I just checked again and it was $50+ for 10ft black pipe at hd. I bought a few of these clamps at hf like 2 years ago but never used them because I can't source the pipe cheaper than buying the bar clamps or making do in other ways.
@bnssoftware3292 Жыл бұрын
Was this video produced in the 80's?
@dustenbrown764811 жыл бұрын
Nice hat I have the same one. I bought a couple at HF but then I went to a store called Ollies they had pony clamps for $6 a piece the only problem was they only had 8 of them they now reside in my shop. I did the same with the longer pipe I couldn't figure out how 3' costs $15 and 10' costs $12. I'm bad at math but even I figured that one out.
@sachahernandez47672 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@Mogman1507 жыл бұрын
My local box store has the Bessey 36" bar clamp (1100 pound, 3.5" throat) for $14.00. Probably should pick some up. For pipe clamps, is the 1/2" or 3/4" recommended? Seems like the 1/2" would be plenty strong. Thoughts?
@grumich40846 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I was glad you did mention buying the longer pipes from the "big box stores," 10ft for example, and cutting them to size as needed; saves you a good chunk of change. (Note, for the pipe clamps you only need ONE end with threads, the other end just slides down over the non-threaded end.) I'm gonna pick up a few sets of these for some bench & table tops to glue together. And, one more thing. At Harbor Freight they're currently selling the 3/4" footed clamps for $11.99. Seems the prices have gone up, darn it. And you didn't mention why you'd choose the 3/4" or 1/2" clamps. Obviously, you need to get the right size that fits; won't do you any good to buy a 1/2" clamp to go over a 3/4" pipe! (And you can't use a 3/4" clamp on 1/2" pipe.) Second, the 1/2" pipe, being 1/2", is more prone to bending more than the tougher 3/4" pipes; for the extra few bucks I'd go with 3/4". In addition, in most cases you'll want "feet" on the clamps so they don't roll around. Those cost a couple bucks more but are worth it. And I noticed that HF doesn't sell 1/2" clamps with feet. So, all that said,, thanks for the video pal. :)
@red58impala11 жыл бұрын
Good idea on these inexpensive clamps and how to save money on the pipes. HF has usually has 20-25% off coupons in the local paper if you have a HF near you. My wife coupons and she has found them in the comics section and the parade section. You can only use one per visit, but with the coupons you drop the price from $8.99 to $7.19 (20% off) or $6.74 (25% off) and you save a little extra not having to pay the tax in most states. Usually in their coupon flyer they will give you something free as well with each purchase. I have a HF near my job, so making trips on multiple days to use multiple coupons is no problem. Also many of the woodworking/handyman/car magazines have HF coupons as well.
@Lanninglongarmmowing11 жыл бұрын
Great video! Great idea! Harbor freight rules!
@manoloramirez64563 жыл бұрын
Good video
@fe36134 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. Told me exactly what I needed to know
@ronin47119 жыл бұрын
Good tip on Black Pipe buying, Thanks,
@Evila74 жыл бұрын
thanks for this great tip!
@svseaglobe11 жыл бұрын
Great Tip thanks for sharing.
@StephenOgle11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I really hate having to buy clamps. I always think they are over priced. I will check out Harbor Freight.
@muhammadamirul82073 жыл бұрын
thank you
@ShawnMtz_784 жыл бұрын
No lying...only if I were "Jed Clampit" then maybe I could afford some of the good ole fancy name brand clamps...yeah buddy,...good vid...
@allenmcdaniel28489 жыл бұрын
I buy most of all my tools there if something goes wrong they exchange. happy with harbor freight
@tspiderkeeper9 жыл бұрын
If have a pipe not in use.You should be able to use that.I know most farms with water wells would have extra pipe sitting around.I own a farm and don't really need to buy the pipe i have pipe setting around from well setup
@ald123448 жыл бұрын
Trying to clarify. Did you buy the bar clamp from HF then replace the bar with gas line? Or you just bought the clamp parts and put the gas line in?
@naynay56375 жыл бұрын
He first hooked up the gas, then installed the clamp to the bar at the other end, then turned on the gas, waited for a few moments, and then lit the open end with a lighter. It was spectacular!
@ellismedavoy73143 жыл бұрын
My local Home Depot wants 4.20 per cut. That's nuts.
@roosterman92569 жыл бұрын
Great tip, but I already knew bout it which I have several of 3/4 an 1/2 inch ones. As far as the galvanized pipe, yea it won't leave marks but I've found that the clamps grip part doesn't want to "bite" into it like the black. So ya have to either tap the jaw part with a hammer to get it to engage into the pipe. Another option with the galvanized is to scuff it with a course sandpaper. Which is what I did it grips better now on the galvanized but I still like the black better because of that.
@big1finger10 жыл бұрын
The expensive clamps are to impress people when their videos are viewed on You tube. I was born poor so I understand poor. I don't know what it is like to spend $2000 for a saw or $100 for a pair of clamps. I use a piece of rail from the railroad as a clamp and an anvil.
@BackyardWoodworking10 жыл бұрын
I hope the trains aren't using it. LOL
@big1finger10 жыл бұрын
Backyard Woodworking i have been offered money for it,works much better than a $50 anvil anywhere.
@BackyardWoodworking10 жыл бұрын
Gary Finger Oh I misunderstood you>you use it for an anvil. and clamp by setting it on things. OK That would work great. good idea.
@bethlarson71445 жыл бұрын
Get off your ass and get a job lazy
@embwee9 жыл бұрын
"12 dollars a clamp. That's more my style!"
@ecrusch9 жыл бұрын
I'm with you my friend. Subscribed.
@TheWoodWerker6 жыл бұрын
Great Video as always! Thanks for Sharing! Have A Super Week!.....Gus
@martinoamello30178 жыл бұрын
Pvc flexes too much true.. I thought about filling it with either concrete or wooden dowel. Nah...plain steel pipe, but head over to the scrap yard and buy it for about 2¢ a pound. I'm not sure about here in SC though. I haven't been to any local scrap yards here in Columbia yet.
@guido15343 жыл бұрын
Problem with that is threading. They aren't going to thread it for you. If you buy it new they will cut and thread whatever you want. If you have a pipe threader than this is the right route.
@shanemilehi9 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Been looking for a good deal
@LJTomlinson111 жыл бұрын
Great idea. I'll check my harbor freight store next week when I go up there. Thsnkd
@donniehodges9710 жыл бұрын
can you use pvc pipe for the clamps?
@BackyardWoodworking10 жыл бұрын
NO that won't work it flexes too much and just isn't strong enough, The OD might be a little different also.
@tomkehl96326 жыл бұрын
Where do i find clamp boots?
@17485960710 жыл бұрын
you can come to my back yard to help lol!!! Great vid
@BackyardWoodworking10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@dartincruz74818 жыл бұрын
Anyone have the experiencie with irwin clamp i bought 1/2 pipe clamp, and it dont grip, it slids on the pipe, the clutch system sucks, and if someone have the same situation ¿how did you fix it?
@kennyc3886 жыл бұрын
I solved my problem by NOT BUYING IRWIN CLAMPS.
@johnjohnoj64087 жыл бұрын
ty 4 the tip.
@royjohnsen75746 жыл бұрын
thank you sir!
@seans98418 жыл бұрын
Stay away from the 1/2" ones...slider moves when clamping down (does not grip the pipe) on 1/2" black pipe...thought the HF reviews were lies until bought a set. Damn shame though...casting looked nice, painted well, and for the cost of 1 Jorgenson or Bessemer I bought 2 of the HF 1/2" ones. Shooting them back today, might try antiques store in town for some old ones ;) I also see Irwins suck now too..double damn
@tmkeskey9 жыл бұрын
Where in SC are you?
@BackyardWoodworking9 жыл бұрын
Small town Gray Court about 30 miles south of Greenville.
@tmkeskey9 жыл бұрын
just outside of manning
@w.drewturner12487 жыл бұрын
Backyard Woodworking I'm here in Greenville. Keep the great videos coming!
@akbychoice6 жыл бұрын
Backyard Woodworking less than 60 miles from us.
@bethlarson71445 жыл бұрын
He's dead
@brosselot15 жыл бұрын
Just went today and brought 4 sets from HF. They are a good deal.
@bethlarson71445 жыл бұрын
Cheap pieces of shit
@brosselot15 жыл бұрын
@@bethlarson7144 working just a good as my expensive ones. I've been clamping butcher block countertops together during gluing and have not had an issue.
@guido15343 жыл бұрын
@@bethlarson7144 you really do have a horrible attitude. I pray your brakes fail.
@romeliapolly25193 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you will find good solutions for all your ideas on the Stodoys website.