Homemade Tools and Tool Tips

[@jbrooks7797]

The world needs more guys like this. Salt of the earth. Respect from Scotland.

[@Glendram]

It's always good to see a great workshop. Really like your home made tools and workshop helpers, now I have some projects ... thank you.

[@kmana3416]

Love the Honda 3 wheeler, brings back so many fond memories good and bad!

[@tommartyn]

Lots to think about there, I'm gonna show that tool shelf to Bill up on the Hill. He could definitely use something like that. He's welded together other useful things, and that could really help. My dog is kinda similar to that one. Even has a tendency to sneeze. :) great video sir :)

[@not2fast4u2c]

I Like your vise grip slide hammer ..Great Idea welding the shaft to the adjuster bolt

[@sarge152cliff4]

I did this back in the 70's but I replaced the adjuster screw with a like size bolt. But I like your Idea better, will have to redo mine.

[@kmcwhq]

Cool ideas, really like the solvent sprayer.

[@sarge152cliff4]

I used some aluminum fire extinguishers and filled with water and air 60 psi. For when we would go camping and have a bonfire, we could put out any stray fires.

[@kmcwhq]

OK, so I had a stuck inlet check on an injection pump on a diesel engine. Transfer pump only puts out 2-4 PSI. So I dug up an old extinguisher, and cleaned it out, made an adapter so I can hook a hose between it and the fuel inlet fitting. Put 40 PSI air in it (with diesel fuel also) and connected it up. It pushed the check plunger open, fixed the problem. I painted the body of the extinguisher gray, so it don't look like one anymore. This was a great fix! Great idea!

[@AndysDogHouse]

Roller trays are great things. Every shop needs at LEAST one. Thanks for sharing.

[@trevoremerson7427]

My Grandfather was a mechanic and always chose to have a mix match of tools, it enabled him to quickly locate certain size wrenches etc. He always said the sockets and wrenches should be color coded for the different sizes. Apparently you guys run on similar wave lengths, thanks for sharing your tips and tricks.

[@Gearheadtom]

They make re-fillable aerosol cans, Shur-Shot is one brand, we use them at my work, we buy brake clean by the pail! But I bet an old fire extinguisher is a lot cheaper!

[@codycheney3401]

Hey great ideas ! You always have the best ideas ! I think that the solvent sprayer is one of my favorites ! You look like that the weather is giving you a little problems on that leg of yours ! I sure hope that it keeps getting better ! Appreciate that you took your time to make the video ! Thanks

[@BruceBusby]

Nice restoration on the trike

[@ncm55449]

Glad to see you back Jeff!!! Keep up the good work!!

[@tsoleno]

Thanks for sharing. On occasion I get to go inside various people's work shops and see some real gems. Though some folks have passed away, or has gotten ill- it is great to see some of their hand made tools or solution that was devised to correct a problem or get at a hard to reach bolt or something. It can be a challenge to figure out what it was used for sometimes. There will be a time or two a relative there will know. More mysteries than solutions found it seems. The sad part of it is many times you see things that were really creative in their design and took time to make, be no more than scrap when everything gets sold off. The telescoping cart was so simple it was brilliant. Did you say how much air pressure you juiced the portable.parts cleaner up to?

[@2jeffs1]

Hi Tom, no I didn't. What ever the high line is at on the compressor. 80 - 150 psi. Enjoyed your logic on the home made tools. Yes - I have some that I don't even remember what they were for. For a while now I have been writing on them so... I too had that thought where if I am gone so much would be no more than scrap metal to others.

[@tomherd4179]

A slight modification I made to my vise grip puller was to grind the tips some so they made more of a little "hook". I tangle with cotter and flywheel keys on old engines (usually rusted in place) and this really helps. Also, on some of the larger flywheel keys I drill and tap the outer flat end of the key for installing a screw or bolt which is really handy to grip on to. (I am talking about the larger cast iron wheels.)

[@georgeburns7251]

Great video. Thank you for making it.

[@martymurphy9627]

Love your ideas. Very good Eric O at the beginning of SMA!

[@John5ive]

Thanks for more great homemade tool tips Jeff. I've been saving my wire scraps for reusable wire ties!!! awesome idea there too! they've come in handy already. I leave the romex cover on for use with extension cords

[@holycrossplymouth]

The wildlife, people ... the wildlife! 6:00. Been enjoying your videos for a few years, now!

[@2jeffs1]

Much appreciated, Thank you!

[@leol1682]

Like the tool's tips and like your shop.

[@steverayrapp]

Great vid Jeff! I thought at first you used an old engine stand for the first one. I have several engine stands and will be making one like you have. I'm also liking that vice grip metal bender! Going to make that one too! Thanks!

[@2jeffs1]

Your welcome Steve!

[@wyattoneable]

I enjoyed that very much. I could use the adjustable mobile tray for sure.

[@markegan5330]

You never cease to amaze me. Outstanding stuff

[@stephenhcharlton]

As always Jeff great to see cool stuff especially love the three wheelers great finish you have achieved with them keep the good stuff coming Jeff

[@Superduty_59]

Always love your videos Jeff! Homemade tools are cool.

[@jounatherton7294]

brilliant very clever man , love your video ... cheers john UK London

[@2jeffs1]

Thank you John, Jeff.

[@phooesnax]

Always great stuff! Jim

[@lyon406]

Good use of Nebraska pliers

[@jimpritz4169]

Great video and projects. Thank you.

[@smjones4238]

Great to see you back. I'm wiring my new shop up now, when it's not TOO cold. Has been single digits or below zero every morning for almost two weeks. This is for retirement, so I'm not pushing too hard! 35'X70'X24' peak. Looking forward to more videos... I have to be careful saying that 'Back in the 70's' Lol grandkids ROLLING eyes. I guess it was quite a while ago. . . for them! One of my first projects is going to be a used oil burning stove. I have a victim, sorry, DONOR stove and a process controller all ready. Bought a Milnor 93% efficient unit heater for basic heating. I have two Honda 250 three wheelers my son left in my garage. I used to have a 350X years ago. Possible projects... lol. I have a 'few' ViseGrip Frankensteins of my own... Cheers! Michael in Colorado.

[@2jeffs1]

Really enjoyed your write up. Wow, yeah that is a nice size shop! The grand kids, ha ha, some day they will understand... I hear that lately where when I did a project - some say - I wasn't even born yet, almost scary at times. Hey thanks for stopping by Michael, Jeff.

[@bmw-e30]

Good video---The dog should have his own channel.

[@kevinedward1234]

Jeff, what a great video!!!!!!!! Jeff you really are a genius !!!!!!!!! The poor man's laptop is great!! All of it is great. Looking forward to watching your next top drawer video!!!!!!!

[@2jeffs1]

What got me here is to find ways to get by without spending an arm and a leg, (just a leg recently, Much better now ;>) Thank you Kevin.

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Glad too see you back on your feet man

[@Ryan318l]

Ohh man don’t you just love when you watch a video and it turns out to be a great KZbinr?? Well that just happened too me!!! Don’t worry, I subscribed!!!

[@2jeffs1]

Nice write up Ryan, thank you!

[@laneburgess1643]

I love your videos. You have awesome homemade tools.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I might to make up one of those carb trays.

[@2jeffs1]

Piece of cake with your talents! ;>)

[@joachimjohan1215]

@@2jeffs1 hello, I wonder if i should buy a snap-on Verus Pro if i get it cheap like 1200$ maybe less.. im a intermediate scope user and diy'er thats wants to evolve.. and i dont own a good scantool or scope just a small basic unit... i want to do all makes and models including vag.. benz.. and bmw... will it be any additional costs and fees using the Verus pro? THANKS ALOT!!!! CHEERZ FROM NORWAY!

[@fredcolvell9216]

Thanks for the great idea 👍

[@michaelbottrell8113]

Jeff you are a great you tuber and one hell of a smart guy glad to see you on your feet again hope to see more videos coming soon great work

[@2jeffs1]

Thank you Michael!

[@KIDZKARTBLDER]

I love it thank you .. I’m gonna make two trays tonight lol

[@williamzoom]

I had a MX100 that had the full street legal enduro kit from the factory, great bike and I beat my buddy's XL250 in many drag races!

[@TheJR914]

Like those THREE WHEELERS !

[@davehogan4776]

AWESOME JOB!!!!!

[@Anonymous-it5jw]

Great tips, thanks. Can you give us any details on the plastic paint and clear coat that you used on that 3 wheeler, which looks brand new after you painted it. Is the edge guard you put on the parts washer tray suitable for clamping seat material to seat frames on something like an old garden tractor with a seat that needs to be re-done? Thanks for making this video.

[@2jeffs1]

That edge guard is kinda small, probably not ideal for your seat thoughts. I went out and got you the P?N's for... Brand name is SEM. Always stick to the same mgfr on paint stuff in case you weren't aware of... The plastics adhesion coating # is 39963, the paint was called Portola red, 15363, the clear, wow, no P/N on can but called SEM clear coat flexible coating. These were all aresol cans to make sure again.... Can't assume - no good!

[@57WillysCJ]

Some great ideas. How long does the paint on the wrenches last? I am still pulling metric out of the standard wrench drawer. Sometimes my wife and son put them away and don't pay attention. Any other ideas would be great. Like how to know impact sockets size without squinting or a better way to hold sockets. There are quite a few products but nothing for the guy that has to pull a row out and take them outside. They are either flimsy or they flop around on a peg that you can't lay down in a tool box.

[@2jeffs1]

That is epoxy primer with the activator that I used. No paint just that primer. My best guess is they were painted at least 20 years ago. Where the epoxy is 2 part that even makes it pretty much even resistant to brake fluid, lacquer thinner, etc.

[@57WillysCJ]

@@2jeffs1 Thanks

[@MrSkinnyn71]

I really like your channel . New sub

[@roymaclean2884]

hi Jeff great video there my friend keep the good tips coming by the way I was thinking of getting a Honda 420 or 500 Honda what's the best one to get atv what would you get a foot shift or automatic

[@2jeffs1]

Sorry - not knowledgeable on those machines but if in tight quarters (lotsa trees, etc) I would prefer an automatic otherwise I still like the clutch deal and fun of shifting.

[@aitf99]

Love it ! Personally i would ratchet strap that computer down...

[@joachimjohan1215]

hello, I wonder if i should buy a snap-on Verus Pro if i get it cheap like 1200$ maybe less.. im a intermediate scope user and diy'er thats wants to evolve.. and i dont own a good scantool or scope just a small basic unit... i want to do all makes and models including vag.. benz.. and bmw... will it be any additional costs and fees using the Verus pro? THANKS ALOT!!!! CHEERZ FROM NORWAY!

[@2jeffs1]

I haven't ever used the Verus. I do have the Solus pro and do love it. It does have wave form on 4 screens however it is not as fast as my bench scope which is instant v/s instantaneous. Bought that from a TV repair guy who retired. Can't remember how much. Something like several hundred bucks. (cheap v/s Verus!) Hope this helps,,,

[@code3responsevideos872]

Some people are engineers and some are not.

[@jimmypopp2695]

Is it always snowing at your place??? May I have a Naptha and methanol martini??? My favorite beverage . It is very STA-Bil.....LMFAO

[@normesmonde5332]

Hi Jeff hope your legs not giving you grief in the cold weather.

[@2jeffs1]

Hello Norman. I heard that due to the steel plating. Have't noticed anything - until this week. Now I know what others were taking about with the cold weather!

[@russellstephan6844]

Automotive electrical testing tools which you can build yourself: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZy4eJh8jrGapdE

[@jeffd4056]

Glad to see ya up and about Another great video

[@colonel9990]

Is that an orange CUSHMAN cart?

[@colonel9990]

Never mind. You answered my question in another video. New subscriber.

[@zpoppe]

What is a carbreter!

[@joachimjohan1215]

hello TUBERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mnight207]

By your accent Ill bet youre in Minnesota?

[@homemadetools]

Good work! And I like your co-star. If you want more views, feel free to embed your video on our homemadetools.net forum; looks like you're one of us :-)