Have You Ever Seen a Miniature Arbor Press? Take a Look at This one !!

[@brucematthews6417]

The closing comment about putting everything into each part is great advice. It's what goes into making stuff that makes both the maker and the viewer smile. In fact it's a good comment on life in general.

[@g.tucker8682]

Indeed! Aaand I hope that means we'll be seeing some scale hex head cap screws to replace all those slotted ones. :) Thanks for the insights, Joe.

[@N1gel]

Its called "self esteam"by those of us proud to do a good job and ADD attention defecit disorder by the lame that are workshy and seeking state benefits paid for by workers.

[@KimbrellBrad]

To sum it up..."if it's worth doing at all - it's worth doing right!"

[@justinpoirier5285]

"Put yourself 100% into every part, no matter how insignificant." Those are words to live by.

[@tonywilson4713]

ABSOLUTELY: One of the things that has been lost in the CAD/CAM age is the concept of tolerances and in particular accumulated tolerance error. For argument (and this was how I was taught it) If you have something like +/- 0.01 tolerance and all the parts average out around that then you'll end up an accurate assembly that's within 0.01. *BUT* if all the parts are made at one end of the tolerance then they add up. If you have 10 parts you can have an assembly that's 0.1 out, 20 parts 0.2, 30 parts .3,... etc. If every part is skewed towards the + or - tolerance you can easily get a disaster. Its either too small or too large. Also if you do get a really nice assembly it might be from accumulated errors cancelling out. That's fine until you make a spare or replacement part which can be within tolerance and simply NOT work because the original was mad at the other end of the tolerance. You can also make a part where every dimension is within tolerance but the part isn't. I am an engineer and you'd be amazed how many degree qualified engineers are totally oblivious to this. It also explains how things like the Boeing Max-8 happened.

[@joepie221]

The toolmaker I did my apprenticeship under told me to take the available tolerance and split it by 10. We made production tooling and fixtures for the internal components of electronic watches. Even 10x seemed too big at times.

[@SpruceSculptures]

Having a hard time NOT buying any of the PMR kits with these videos, just enjoying the heck out of every one, thanks Joe

[@tonywilson4713]

I bet they are having fun keeping up demand. I'm looking to do a couple, but mainly the ones there are videos for so I have references. I'm also looking at a couple of Stuarts and Hemmingways. Hemmingway has some obscure engines like the Cygnet and they also have Model IC engines both stationary and airplane.

[@SpruceSculptures]

@@tonywilson4713 Hemmingway has nice stuff.

[@tonywilson4713]

@@SpruceSculptures I'm just checking out some of the build vids here on YT of Hemmingway projects. There's not as many as there are for Stuart and PM. Andrew Whale has done a couple of the tools and was quite positive on them. Which specific kits or projects of theirs have you done or that you know others have done?

[@SpruceSculptures]

@@tonywilson4713 The ransom and may

[@tonywilson4713]

@@SpruceSculptures How did it go? It looks like a PM#3 (or #1) with all the toys added.

[@TheKnacklersWorkshop]

Hello Joe, It is very hard to write something that has not been written before... so I will just say that I appreciate you making these videos for us. Thank you. Take care. Paul,,

[@joepie221]

Glad to do it Paul. Thanks for your support.

[@simonbirt6121]

It takes a long time to learn to make every part as good as you can. People new to machining are being offered a great deal of knowledge, which is something I wish I had when I started, no KZbin then just trial and error and an old text book or two. Great stuff.

[@joepie221]

I started in 1975. I understand completely.

[@peteengard9966]

Your having too much fun. That was a really nice build. I learned at a young age building model cars and trucks and now on my HO trains is to consider every part of a model is a model in itself. Some of my military models were put in glass cases in one of my duty stations in Germany for everyone to see. Displayed with the battle flags and other company citations and awards. Thank you Joe.

[@joepie221]

Very cool. I did a lot of monogram hot rod models as a kid. Took weeks to paint and build them. I loved it.

[@bobimnottellin362]

I continue to watch this series in hopes that he will use his mini tools to make yet smaller versions, then the new nano machines to make yet smaller ones, only quitting when quantum fluctuations ruin accuracy.

[@JaapGrootveld]

I would like it if thay were a bit bigger. But lets not arqu about it.

[@supertramp6011]

@@JaapGrootveld I didn’t see what you did there,but I do suspect there is a joke which went completely over my head!🤣🤣👌

[@hossanderson643]

Thanks for yet another fantastic build. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.

[@joepie221]

My pleasure. This was a fun one.

[@KimbrellBrad]

That's what makes your channel special Joe! You always put 110% into explaining, performing and filming and it is very much appreciated sir! Great little arbor press - really cool machine shop you are gonna have at the end!

[@chuckinwyoming8526]

Thanks Joe, Looking forward to you "grinding" on with another model. (I saw a second set of base legs in the first press video) Working toward a complete line shaft machine shop!

[@joepie221]

You won't be disappointed.

[@WatchmakerErik]

Love the emphasis to put yourself into every part. I also love the tone of your videos. I feel less like I'm watching a video and more like you've personally invited me over to your shop to learn with you. I really like that.

[@joepie221]

Thanks. I think its a better environment to learn.

[@raymondhorvatin1050]

Cutest thing I ever saw Thanks for letting us watch what's next

[@ghl3488]

Beautiful piece of work Joe, I like the comment about rewarding yourself forever when you have put the effort in. Very true indeed. Thank you as always, regards from Wales

[@joepie221]

I believe in that. It may be frustrating at times, but in the end, its worth it.

[@johnpilagonia5238]

Beautiful work

[@mikenixon9164]

Lots of good tips. Good video.

[@paullatour7012]

Always good information to pick up in your videos. Thanks

[@douglasharley2440]

so many gems in this one! lol, i _finally_ understood how to derive a distance of an edge by offsetting the radius of the centered tool + the drawing distance, excellent explanation. especially love the ending advice...truly, how we do one thing is how we do everything.

[@joepie221]

Glad you enjoyed this one.

[@michaeltate1488]

I like your comment about every piece is important. Even if it is a washer. Very true. Many in the trades lack that sentiment.

[@lyleturner6964]

Live the fact that you are continuing the miniature builds I really like your precision & explanations.

[@phillipjones3342]

Fantastic I so enjoy watching you work on these

[@russellmcclenning9607]

Thank you for another great build Joe .

[@kevinsellsit5584]

Thank God it wasn't a No. 1 miniature press. Those are tiny in full scale. Beautifully done.

[@roberthiggins1142]

That is a credit to Joe, your work is such a treat to watch.

[@RailcarEng]

Another home run.. Great work..

[@richardtww]

Just lovely finished job, looking forward to another one.

[@angelramos-2005]

Really nice project.Nothing insignificant.Thank you.

[@MyLilMule]

I have been using a microphone stand to mount my GoPro when I'm recording lathe work. Might try that instead of the tripod.

[@vandalsgarage]

29:30. What I tell my sons is this: Everything you make is an artifact of who you were at that point in time. When I'm gone, my kids and grandkids will have a physical connection to me through the things I've made or improved.

[@bocan3189]

Absolutely beautiful job Joe!

[@mrc1539]

Very Very nice, if it’s worth doing ,it’s worth doing it right. So glad to see that you live by that saying. Thanks for all the time that you put in the work and the video .

[@BrianEltherington]

Try not to smile when seeing this thing operate. Beautiful workmanship. Thanks Joe!

[@donmadere4237]

Love these little machine builds

[@fredcreer1929]

Joe. You have done it again!. Am I alone in being in awe of your skills, I don't think so. We wait to see what the next project might bring us. Thank you.

[@TheDistur]

Well done! Such a cute little press.

[@rexmyers991]

Truly a thing of beauty. Thanks, Joe.

[@Caughtitoutdoors]

Now that's a model I might tackle!

[@joepie221]

Go for it.

[@X19-x5f]

Beautiful piece of equipment. Great advice too. Thanks for posting this video Joe.

[@joepie221]

You are very welcome

[@pamdemonia]

So very impressed with the tiny machine tools! Very cool. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@richardsweet5853]

Another beautiful miniature. Thanks for taking us along during the build Joe.

[@gregmulligan638]

More please my friend! I wish I had haft your skills and a Laith

[@Smallathe]

Very very cool DIY. Agreed about doing something from start to finish, with a good finish, elegantly made and well invested.

[@TheEvertw]

"The effort that you put in is going to reward you forever" Wise words!

[@N1gel]

Thanks, great to watch.

[@Laz_Arus]

I found your skills making this model most imPRESSive.👍

[@joepie221]

I would have taken more care, but I was pressed for time.........Your turn :)

[@Laz_Arus]

@@joepie221 Now that the model is finished, I would like to 'broach' the matter of a demonstration. 😉

[@ChrisBNisbet]

Why wasn't that flex in the part as you were drilling the hole at about 13:45 a concern?

[@joepie221]

The reaming op was extremely low pressure and the lead was true.

[@skipgoryews1356]

Joe another fine build , There are so many skills you can learn from these builds that you can use down the road , Thank you Joe ! Skip

[@joepie221]

I'm glad you get that Skip. Its not so much about what I'm making, as much it is about how I'm doing it. Philosophy is a strong tool in a shop.

[@OuroborosArmory]

PMR needs to sponsor you cause you make it look fun and easy

[@joepie221]

They gave me a discount code. Its on my patreon page. For $1 US, you get a 10% discount on anything you buy. Its a good deal.

[@mikemalliski8380]

Simply beautiful.........thank you Joe P.

[@joepie221]

You are very welcome

[@camperlab6546]

I walked by an arbor press in the shop today and it hit me! Joe P!

[@kensherwin4544]

So it's not cheater pipes than bend handles. It's sore heads!

[@raymitchell9736]

How true, there is nothing insignificant in a build that small, how easy it is to overlook that fact, but you're right! Wow... very impressive!

[@stumccabe]

Really enjoyable and satisfying little project. Thanks Joe.

[@bobtorrence3461]

Love your last statement! So true!

[@davidcashin9194]

Another really nice piece of workmanship and patience just wish my fingers were steady enough to accomplish that type of work.

[@ChrisB257]

Sounds weird but - this press is ''so cute''! :) Bravo Joe for some more terrific and refined small scale work. Most enjoyable to follow and in part like seeing all your set-ups and the explanations of the logistics - so much part of the whole operation. I hope PNR has seen this and the lathe build, as it not only helps promote their kits but most certainly gives a huge degree of help for anyone embarking on the same builds. Great job Joe.

[@joepie221]

I get a tremendous amount of joy over just looking at it. Its a great addition to any machine shop desk.

[@howder1951]

Joe, I enjoyed the whole process very much, and a pat on the back for that great closing statement, cheers and have a nice weekend!

[@bradlilly8603]

Where I used to work the saying was "work harder not smarter" great build. Joe makes it look easy

[@misterfixit1952]

Thanks again Joe for another fine demonstration of the model builders' art. When you finish these models, I'm almost as proud as you are. Looking forward to the next one. BTW, you have fine looking wrists, Lol.

[@AmateurRedneckWorkshop]

Absolutely looks like it is usable as a arbor press although I think that little handle could not produce much pressure. Thanks for another great build.

[@mpetersen6]

Force measured in Grains or Karats

[@engelbob8402]

Outstanding Joe. More please.

[@rtkville]

Beautiful work Joe! You give me so much inspiration I love it and please don't stop making these great videos! Thank you!

[@BEZmer2001]

Looks great really happy you like the cast part Can’t wait to see what’s next great job

[@joepie221]

Thanks. I'm very happy.

[@cmarano]

Nice work as always. These miniature projects are very entertaining and a great way to get tips on planning and layout to the community. Hope you'll keep these builds going.

[@davidmyhre2720]

Hey Joe That's way to cute. makes you want to make a bearing. Be safe

[@BensWorkshop]

You are, of course, correct. It is amazing how satisfying a well made thing that you made, no matter how simple, is to look at and to hold.

[@joepie221]

I'm loving this effort. What a great miniature display for my shelf.

[@BensWorkshop]

@@joepie221 It looks mighty fine.

[@1crazypj]

Is that the first time you've filmed a wiggler? I don't remember ever seeing you use one.

[@joepie221]

Maybe. I don't use them very often.

[@doug3458]

Superb result yet again, not forgetting the expert macrophotography and slick editing. When I watch Joe making these tiny machines, it reminds me of Gulliver in Lilliput. When tiny people from somewhere in space finally arrive at our planet, Joe will have a workshop ready for them:-)

[@peterecklund886]

Very enjoyable! I like all these miniature machines and tools you make so perfectly. I am a retired machinist so keep them coming.

[@joepie221]

Thanks, will do!

[@juloedtb1420]

Beautiful! I love how you explain stuff. I was never a machinist but I can understand all the technical terms that you use, even as english is my third language. Greetings from The Netherlands.

[@joepie221]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Rx7man]

beautiful! With you DRO tip at 16:30, here's something I do often.. Do you have an odd sized cutter? Perhaps you can't remember the decimal equivalent of half of your 5/16th endmill? Move the whole 5/16th in the direction you want to go, then most DRO's have a "Half" function on each axis, hit it, and your zero will now be the edge of your endmill

[@joepie221]

I like it.

[@mpetersen6]

If somebody is going to dive into these this is probably the one to start with. Arbor press story. At one time I did a lot of work on spindles. The majority of them had bearing diameters of 50mm or less. To make it easier to press off the old bearings or on new ones I made up a couple of special plates that had slots maybe .5mm larger than the bearing size. Each plate had 6 or seven slots in it. Worked a lot better than trying to use riser blocks as bridges.

[@rbrown6111]

As always, your work is excellent. Really love your videos. Thank you!

[@ChrisSherlock]

Good on 'yer Joe, a great result.

[@chuckmayerchak3071]

Really great work! Watching your videos and craftsmanship is such a learning expierance. At my age I'll never be able to do such intricate work, but I still learn great techniques for my projects. I'm very thankfull for your full explonations!!! You make so many tasks easier to do and understad.

[@joepie221]

Glad to help.

[@dlwilliams76]

Joe, do you have a video showing you making your little fixture plate and the clamps?

[@lroyson]

Another great build Joe. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@arminloesch2652]

Inspiring craftsmanship as always!

[@Pest789]

20:00 What is the point of a wiggler? I've never seen one used without the user centering it (and often warning us how dangerous it can be), so why is it articulated in the first place? Without knowing the origin of the design, it seems like it's only ever used as a pointing device, so why not just make a solid pointer? Is it only because a pointer can be bent and a wiggler can always have runout eliminated? Writing this, it's making me think about it more. Is it about center punch marks? Do you guide the wiggler into your punch mark and then raise the quill and spin it to see if the wiggler point is running out?

[@alangrawien103]

A wiggler will spin true to spindle centerline. This will negate any toolholder(chuck, collet, etc) runout.

[@3rdworldtrillionaire46]

Beautiful and excellent craftsmanship.

[@joepie221]

Thank you very much!

[@markspann5813]

Well done, sir!

[@mrtomsr]

Adding pieces to your miniature machine shop. Excellent series Joe, thank you.

[@joepie221]

Glad you like them!

[@christopherterry5831]

Fantastic I really like and appreciate the manufacture of these scale machines!

[@MartinSBrown-tp9ji]

All I can say, "It's beautiful".

[@Mister_G]

Beautiful job! Thanks.

[@scottjones7279]

I vote for Joe Pie as the most precise machinist on KZbin.

[@joepie221]

I'm proud just to be nominated because there are some fine craftsman out there.

[@scottjones7279]

@@joepie221 and you are at in the top 5.

[@jackrichards1863]

@@joepie221 yes, it is quite an achievement , absolutely. A bit like the arbor press. Quite something.

[@craigsuslosky3974]

No warranty on the defective parallel? ;) As always, beautiful work, and workmanship. I agree on the 100% approach, too few take pride in their work nowadays. The shot at the end by your lathe is awesome!! I cant wait to see what other machines you build. Thank you again for sharing your projects!!

[@saddamdontsurf]

Maybe a grub screw holding the handle versus the machine screw ? Great project .

[@keithmonarch447]

Hey Joe, Keith from Michigan and we have spoke from a different video from you. Recently I watched a 3yr video about collets, yes the Hardrige collets are made well. I purchased the ER-40, in metric ranging 1mm - 26mm. A new Lathe, a spindle with D1-4 Camlock. Your video was very helpful..thanks again

[@donteeple6124]

And another masterpiece done by the MASTER !!!! Am waiting for the day that the mini screws are replaced by mini more realistic bolts with the accompanying bolt wrench....Another good one MR P.

[@joepie221]

Little bolts would look much better.

[@cavemaneca]

Such a cute little No. 3 arbor press

[@ophirb25]

What a nice little project. Now with the lathe and this I think you are ready to do the combination lock we talked about. No more excuses to delay it....😍

[@joepie221]

Its still on the drawing board.

[@mchiodox69]

Very cool little build.....thanks for sharing

[@barnesbuilt1250]

These are so good!!! And although I don’t have any machine tools yet, I’m learning a ton!

[@TheoTHERON_SA]

These videos won't help me at all (or will they!?!?!). But I LOVE watching them. Your attention to detail is amazing. Ok, so it is not like your videos won't help me at all.... in every video there is a good nugget that helps/teaches correct engineering skills. Like "watch out for this" or "be careful of this". So thank you for posting your videos and advice!!

[@jeremytravis360]

I love watching a really competent engineer using equipment that doesn't sound like a knackered food blender Joe

[@Gamerock82]

like my drill press and its spindle :(

[@tomthumb3085]

Thanks for this video Joe. I’ve followed this project from the beginning and watched this particular one over my coffee and breakfast. Such attention to detail, as always. Brilliant!! What’s next on the list?

[@joepie221]

Thanks. The mini grinder is next.

[@peter7755]

Excellent work Joe, and I agree that putting the effort to get things spot on does pay off, otherwise it will gnaw at you every time you look at it.

[@joepie221]

So true.

[@martinask731]

It’s an amazing job you’re doing here Joe, keep it up, i just love your work

[@joepie221]

Thanks. I'm enjoying this journey.

[@giantman261]

Just waiting for a full line driven machine shop now!

[@somebodyelse6673]

Line driven, powered by a hamster wheel.

[@joepie221]

Or a period correct miniature steam engine.......

[@mathewmolk2089]

@@joepie221 Seems to me you got one of those already.

[@dzarren]

Could you please one day address the advantages/disadvantages of using a center drill versus a spotting drill? Especially talking about the point angle, and leading edge contact.

[@tomcren59]

Once again a perfrct result from a true craftsman!

[@joepie221]

Thanks. This was a fun one.