How to make acorn nuts // Paul Brodie's Shop

[@seansysig]

Paul, I’m a 62 year old retired Utility PowerPlant Engineer and enjoy your fabrication and metal shaping! The camera work is great! The Tiger Cub is a beauty. I love Italian motorbikes, old Harley’s, and Norton’s. Cant wait to see the seat mock-up.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Sean. I'm excited about the seat pan mold as well. Video coming soon :)

[@fpoastro]

I love hearing the cringing screams as you grabbed the part off the saw with the calipers. Priceless. Well done

[@tphilpin]

Saw that too. Thinking the same.

[@bradley3549]

I got a good chuckle out of that one.

[@paulbrodie]

I think I missed the "cringing screams". Must have had my earplugs in!

[@fpoastro]

@@paulbrodie They were metaphorical screams or perhaps screams to come. Who knows. Regardless I loved seeing the calipers used as pliers.

[@paulbrodie]

@@fpoastro And they worked perfectly!

[@MrPhotodoc]

The sound quality is great in this series.

[@paulbrodie]

We can thank Mitch for that 🙂

[@bluesman6955]

Thank you so much Paul and Mitch. It's nice to see a different approach to cutting the hex using the rotary table. Another method would be to use a hex collet block with a 5C collet. A joke we would tell when I was a Test Engineer in the Aerospace industry was "Measure with calipers. Mark it with a sharpie. Cut it with an axe." Thanks again.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Bluesman. I don't think I have a hex collet block. When we figure out how to do a job I think we are quite conscious of what tooling we have, and what we don't have...

[@dogpaw775]

spray thin film of water on surface decal is to be stuck on, allows it to be moved around/squared up. When all as required just squeegee the surface to remove water film underneath.

[@andyfarmer759]

Looking very special now. I am loving watching this build. Thanks Paul.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Andy.

[@johnpublic168]

Glade to have the chance to witness the design quality of English bikes. Your more than compensating for the shortcomings.

[@santocominos3252]

I started watching your videos a few months ago and have learned some methods to use the mill and lathe I have but never really learned to use, started by watching your frame building videos as I have built a few frames when I was about 30, over 40 years ago. Just want to say thank you.

[@paulbrodie]

Santo, thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@joehovanec1985]

Nice acorn nuts you have made. I once made a custom fixture for turning a radius on a lathe. Can be very handy for radius jobs. I admire the thoughtful quality work you do. I usually learn something from your work.

[@paulbrodie]

Joe, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@jayminor9757]

Thanks so much Paul and Mitch. For a “sketchy” ball turning attachment, yours seems to work very well. At a time, in our country when there is so much stressful, negative stuff going on, your channel is like hanging out in a highly skilled friend’s shop which is something that we have been doing here in Thunder Bay, just to maintain contact and relieve stress. Stay well and keep up the sketchy stuff.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Jay. Good comments!

[@fraxz88]

303 also has great anti magnetic properties that makes it great for small motors and actuators where you use magnets inside. Thanks for the video! I machine for a living and as a hobby.

[@paulbrodie]

Great point! Thanks for watching.

[@the1khronohs40]

Wow! How did I not come across this channel sooner? Fabrication, machining, vintage bikes with suttle, custom upgrades! Instant subscription! Love it!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you. Very glad we are a good match.

[@TheOldaz1]

Loved the video, acorn nuts, then the assembly of the bike so we can see what it will be like when it's done. The seat looks too tall/thick as well as the faults you pointed out, so will be good to see how you make the replacement. Thanks guys.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you.

[@sixpotshot]

Excellent technique tip! Always a pleasure to see a lathe cutting metal like if it was butter 😋

[@derekgee8504]

Every episode I learn a new trick , thanks Paul

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Derek.

[@jeffreywolf5235]

So that's how it's done the professional way. Thank you so much for your video very informative

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Jeffrey.

[@BrianBoniMakes]

I remember Webco. I grew up in Southern California and their catalog was everywhere back in the day. If something broke off your bike you looked in the Webco catalog to see if they made a stronger one. You could call them on the phone and ask them to make special parts and if they agreed they would bring them out to the track. They even got into BMX.

[@paulbrodie]

Brian, good story. Thanks!

[@steinmargunnarsson3709]

Always a pleasure to watch your fine workmanship.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Steinmar.

[@leebatt7964]

“Deckull”, I love this man!

[@nop3noperson]

Where i work used to have a machine shop that was decked out really nice. Around 15 people worked inside making bearings, races, odd tools the technicians needed and basically all of the rotating pieces of a paper machine. Anyways...I just miss seeing them. They all had an easy way of getting along. You have a very pleasant channel.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Coffee No Sugar. Those are good memories of the machinists all getting along. It doesn't always happen like that.

[@harrycapper69]

Excellent, my first bike back in 1968 was a 1966 Tiger Cub 🙂 I will have to look at more of your vids for sure. I am currently re building a Triton. It's a 1959 Triumph Thunderbird in a 1961 Norton Featherbed wideline frame.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you. You also have a very unique bike.

[@dozer1642]

Good heavens Paul, that Cub is beautiful and I absolutely love your acorn jig. ✌️👍

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks. I'm hoping the seat will really compliment what is already there.

[@dozer1642]

@@paulbrodie I completely agree with your ASSessment of that seat. It’s not only ugly, it doesn’t compliment the incredibly beautiful lines of the Cub. ✌️

[@paulbrodie]

@@dozer1642 Agreed.

[@imnotahealthandsafetyperso4889]

Great work fella I have a very large collection of classic motorcycles I restore them over the winter then pack them away in storage as I get them done there is a lot of hours go in to a bike keep the videos coming thanks 👍🏻

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you. Do you ride those bikes or just restore?

[@imnotahealthandsafetyperso4889]

@@paulbrodie I ride a few but if the weather is good and don’t go far the roads are not for motorbikes now days I go to local shop that’s about it there my ornaments lol I have got lots of z650 z1000 Honda cb750 and suzuki bandit 1200 mk1 not sure how many bike I have it’s about 50 about 20 restored to original other then harris pipes on some and seats , I do my own powder coating and polished alloy better interest then cash in the bank I will pass down to my children one day

[@paulbrodie]

@@imnotahealthandsafetyperso4889 Good for you. Take care.

[@gordonhenagar6652]

that is turning out to be a fine looking motor bike! GOOD WORK PAUL!!!

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Gordon.

[@reddoggxj]

Paul, thanks for the decal tip. Brilliant! I've made acorn nuts before. You make it look easy. Great content.

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks for watching.

[@tomfortson2684]

Hi Paul and Mitch, another great show. I know I'm not alone when I say that I'd love to hang out with you two in the shop, and work on restoring a vintage British bike. What fun that would be! The acorn nuts turned out nicely! I was glad to see the bonus segment on mocking up the fenders, and the seat. I'm looking forward to the carbon fiber seat base, too. I had a wonderful old Bates bar seat on my old BSA single. Very comfortable.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Tom. My shop is actually not that big, and when Mitch shows up it gets even smaller! Yes, I'm sure you would like to hang out but how would we ever get the videos done?

[@spencergreenhill7728]

No Gerstner tool boxes?

[@paulbrodie]

@@spencergreenhill7728 Don't know if we have that brand in Canada..

[@Hoggdoc1946]

Paul you are amazing. Bet there are not many men that would take the time to make their own acorn nuts.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Hoggdoc 1946..

[@bendavanza]

I believe you want soft copper washers between the manifold and head, and the manifold and acorn nuts. At least that’s how the twins do it.. lovely work, Paul.

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, copper washers for sure, but fibre washers would also work I believe.

[@dariorodriguez7157]

Learning a lot Paul...thank a lot from Argentina.

[@paulbrodie]

Hello Argentina! Thanks for watching.

[@derekcollins1972]

Love your videos. Always something to learn and enjoy.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Derek.

[@mrlondon963]

Excellent.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you MR London.

[@ramirolassalle6411]

I really want one of those caliper pliers! Great job as always

[@giorgioterzoni704]

Fantastic bravo 👍👏👏👏

[@philmuskett265]

Mighty oaks grow from tiny acorns. Brilliant, mate; just brilliant.

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, this project made me think of Oak trees. Thanks.

[@tomthompson7400]

The oil manifold looks really smart.

[@Alanbataar]

As always, thank you for the video Paul & Mitch. I look forward to the upcoming segment on building a seat pan and upholstery. I recently purchased a GSXR, and I'm in the process of converting it to be more like an Aprilia Tuono, with high bars, lower pegs and a thicker, better-shaped seat. I just got the upholstery materials yesterday!

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Alan. Seat pan coming up!

[@michaelnelson9140]

I have a 71 triumph bonneville. I feel lucky, because by the time mine was built , everything on it was sae! Makes life simple.btw. I did not know this when I bought it!

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, working with Whitworth, BSC, BSW and other British threads can be a challenge for sure.

[@davidminarik1210]

It is amazing how many times you put something together and take it apart when you are building a bike. Great video!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you very much! You are 100% correct about the number of mock up builds.

[@georgestewart1325]

Love your tip on decals. Looking forward to you making a seat pan. Brilliant channel great skills I would be proud to own one of your bikes..

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you George.

[@matthewsmith6486]

Stunning! It's surely going to be the world's best looking Triumph Tiger Cub! I love your work!

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Matthew.

[@thebrokenbone]

i like the fixtures you make, no time to waste, if it works it works. people usually don´t know how much time we spend on jigs and stuff, but i do. thanks for sharing and i mean it, your work is awesome paul. and your friend mitch is doing a great job setting up camera and editing so we don´t miss a thing. thanks again, i really appreciate you both taking your time to show us your work and most important sharing a smile. take care

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Peter. Very nice comments.

[@Vikingman2024]

Another wonderful show! Well looks like you are going to make the same thing I'm working on, a carbon fiber seat base for my motorcycle. The original one was rusted completely out, so I got a new seat foam and cover, now all I have to make is the carbon fiber seat pan. I made the seat mounting plates out of Titanium.

[@paulbrodie]

William, you are one step ahead of me. My seat mounting plates are ordinary steel.

[@Shinysideup]

Loverly quality work as usual, I agree with the seat it just doesn’t look right.

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Ian. We need a seat with "style"!

[@raynyhus2026]

Really looking great, coming along nicely!!!

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks!

[@ccbproductsmulti-bendaustr3200]

I’m sure there is not much you couldn’t fabricate Paul 👍👏👌 Cheers Chris

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks 👍

[@alex4alexn]

genius decal trick, i will use that for the rest of my life, cheers

[@michaelnelson9140]

Paul, after watching this, I’m surprised you still have all your fingers! Nice work.

[@paulbrodie]

I am attached to my fingers.

[@thebones]

Amazing, the science of choosing the metal, I liken to choosing oils, pigments and mediums for oil painting. Something that has to be learned by experience.

[@paulbrodie]

Great point! Thanks for commenting.

[@johnpartridge7623]

I've only just found your Site & I'm glad to say you are certainly good at what you do, looking forward to seeing the Cub finished.

[@paulbrodie]

John, thanks for finding our site. We can always use one more viewer!

[@philipspencer1834]

There is attention to detail, then obsession, then OCD, then making your own nuts….. 😂 love it

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Philip. Did I fit the criteria?

[@philipspencer1834]

@@paulbrodie yes 😎👍

[@philipspencer1834]

And then I watched you make your toolbox shelf….. I guess it is a king of ASMR 😂 Excellent work from you and Mitch.

[@stephenwilliams926]

I do my acorn nuts free hand and my Chamfers, but I have been using a lathe every working day since 1978 lol. Interesting vid.

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, free hand acorn nuts can be fine too. I just wanted to use my radius tool. Thanks for watching!

[@Pete1390SDR]

Hi Paul, thank you & Mitch for another very interesting video. The Cub is coming on beautifully with very nicely done improvements. Looking forward to your much needed ‘fit into the bike’ seat solutions! As always your attention to detail is impeccable… even the old flag is in its correct orientation 🇬🇧 😁

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks you Pete. Someone commented on the orientation of the Union Jack. I know which way it goes from childhood, but this example, to my eyes is the same top and bottom.

[@tommontgomery2674]

I probably would be lazy and just grind a form tool for the acorn nuts instead of building the nice radius former...The Cub is a real jewel of a motorcycle. I've only seen one in person in the parking lot at the college I was going to in SoCal in 1972... The seat pan build sounds like a real treat!

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Tom.

[@michaelrandle4128]

It looks fantastic, I remember the cub well over here in the UK, learners rode them, you could ride 250 and under on a provisional license.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Jean.

[@owen368]

That would have been pre 1982 when the 125cc limit came in. Had a gsx250 from that time a few years latter but thats another story.

[@gamerdude0]

Looks mint!

[@Team-fabulous]

Really enjoyed your video Paul. You've a great pair of hands...

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you. My hands do work well for me.

[@kevin_gross]

It's a trials bike, just make the carbon base plate and put a decal of a seat on that. Lol. Love this channel. Thanks for the awesome content. Greetings from Australia.

[@paulbrodie]

Sorry, it is NOT a trials bike,

[@jarnosaarinen4583]

WOW what a great tool thanks for the Demo!

[@paulbrodie]

You bet! Thanks for watching.

[@AA-69]

With Paul I find the fast forward button is your best friend ! 👍

[@paulbrodie]

That doesn't feel like a compliment at all.

[@MegaTubescreamer]

your trials cub looks awesome Paul, the engine sprocket access port is a brilliant solution .stainless domed nuts mmmmmm!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you William. Sorry to disappoint you, but it is not a Trials Cub. It's a Road Cub. Low pipe, big carb, velocity stack, big countershaft sprocket...

[@joell439]

👍😎👍 - you make your own acorn nuts..... and next a carbon fiber seat base 😀

[@Cliff_Anderson]

It's looking great, can't wait to see it completed!

[@ruftime]

Fun stuff Paul! Still looking for my dream lathe and mill. That beautiful dividing head probably weighs as much as my current 8x16. Hot glue and aluminum rod….my kind of crafting😎

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Canyon Racer. I think you're referring to my rotary table. A dividing head is similar but a bit different..

[@jarnoverhoeven3118]

Might not make sense if you only have a few to make, but note that there is hexagonal bar stock available in stainless steel as well. At work we have brass hexagonal stock for the purpose of quickly being able to make a specialty mounting component, it hardly ever gets used, but it is a lot quicker if you do need it🙂 Also, because of the fact it is rolled, it will be stronger because you do not have to cut through the grain direction. Same reason rolled threads are stronger than cut threads.

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, hex stock is available in standard sizes, but I was making 5/16" Whitworth hex sizes, so standard is not suitable. Thanks for commenting.

[@petepure3387]

Great video as always Paul and Mitch. I especially liked the non conventional use of the calipers. ;)

[@paulbrodie]

We do like to have a bit of fun while we're filming :)

[@lynxg4641]

When someone asks you about this build, it'll be better to ask you what you didn't build/make rather that what you did build, because it seems there's much more done by you personally than manufactured - such a cool feeling to know you did so much of the work on something like this. Oh and one thing, while I enjoy these videos, always learn or see something interesting, I am not a motorcycle person persay, so hoping that we'll soon see some bicycle content back on the channel. If it's that you don't have anything at hand with regards to bicycles, I could easily send you the drawing/geo of my dream frame to use :-D

[@paulbrodie]

I did a lot of tweaking on the Cub, I really didn't build that much.. On the bicycle content, there's really only two things we haven't done: build a bull-moose handlebar, and convert the old brakes to disc mounts. Everything else we have done. KZbin wants NEW content, not something that's already out there. It sounds like you want a custom frame! Thanks for watching.

[@lynxg4641]

You call it tweaking, I call it making, because your "little" tweaks gain in aesthetics and performance and not something the "avg Joe" could do or even conceive of doing. On the bicycle thing, I can see your side of it, if you're only watching/interested in the annalistics, clicks, views, likes side of it and trying to generate YT ad revenue, but to me, just like the wood workers who week after week turn "the same" old resin and whatever burl thing and people watch, I think the same could be true for you, just need to be a little different each time. Maybe, a time to consider, non rushed, custom fabrication so you have a reason for building, but not so rushed it feels like a job and actually no, not really I'm actually very happy with the exact geo on my current 2018 Kona UNIT, it's the best fitting bike I've owned. I would not lie and say I wouldn't love to own a Brodie fabricated version of it, with the Brodie type touches and quality, but my actual dream bike is Ti with the same geo, just a smidge wider CS to accommodate 3.0" properly - Oh yeah, you haven't built a Fat or Plus bike yet, so there's also that :-D

[@keithammleter3824]

The ball turning attachment could be made safe by making the base thicker and using a taper so that the top plate is held captured by the bottom plate. This would be better than using gloves, which only complicate any injury should fingers get pulled in. You can still use the grease to get a low friction zero play mechanism.

[@paulbrodie]

Good comments. There is very little space to get everything to work, so making the base thicker is not a great option.The grease is not so much for lubrication as to hold the two plates together. I use this once every two years. For daily use I would modify for sure.

[@joejoejoejoejoejoe4391]

7.28 - Using a calliper instead of pliers ? In the UK we generally call them domed nuts ( perhaps acorn nuts have more of a gothic arch profile to them ) , I'm surprised you didn't start of with hex bar. I did make a cross between a domed nut and a fen nut from a casting runner ( about 2 inch across the flats ), I did the hex on a bench grinder. Nice to see you have decent speakers in your workshop. I've used work hardening SS, it's best to really go for it when drilling, to try to keep ahead of the heat build up. I think I'd try to do the dome with a form tool, and try to dome and part off in one cut.

[@paulbrodie]

I do have stainless hex in standard size like 5/8". I was making Whitworth nuts and do you think Whitworth hex is still available? Apparently not! Yes, the caliper was in my hand and it did work exceedingly well for capturing metal in the bandsaw. Thanks for watching.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Great vid Paul!!!!!!!!! 👍👍👍

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@paulbrodie 👍👍

[@1crazypj]

Acorn nuts came out nice, I've used profile tool for small sizes (5mm & 6mm) which were easy when I had big Colchester lathe, mini late, chatter on even small sizes. Used to do a fair bit of fibreglass 30+ years ago (Dragon Glassfibre, Kayaks and Surf ski's) but what worked well in Britain at ~60 def F and lower doesn't work at 85~90 deg F in Florida. Really should re-visit it though, still need a custom seat pan for CB360. I bought a Kawasaki Z650 tail piece but it's way too wide, took a mold off it then 'got hurt' in work and shelved a load of stuff

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Peter.

[@BrainHurricanes]

How do you feel about the angle the carb is on ? Thinking out loud you could cut the intake manifold at half the angle needed, flip one piece upside down and weld them back together. It would also solve the throttle cable problem. I'm sure you'll figure it out, it's a pleasure watching you fabricate. Thanks!

[@paulbrodie]

I feel good about the angle the carb is on. It's not extreme. If I weld the intake manifold the aluminum will lose its' heat treatment. Wouldn't want that! Thanks for watching.

[@retromechanicalengineer]

Nicely made jig Paul and great results...but gloves around machine tools have caused a lot of nasty accidents. Best wishes, Dean at Retromeccanica.

[@836dmar]

Hey Dean, Paul has explained and warned about this before as well. We all have areas where we feel such risks are justified - like when spirals of stainless are 1” from your fingers. Blind absolutes and a false sense of security have cause more accidents than anything else so I have to be careful there as well. No snarkiness or hatred intended but kinda saw this one coming. Best.

[@Dave.Wilson]

@@836dmar couldn't of said it better, you have to weigh up the odds, and be very aware of your surroundings, don't take anything for granted. That machine is just waiting to kill you. put on your ppe, and if that situation needs gloves then put them on. Another well presented video Paul, its coming on nicely.

[@paulbrodie]

@@836dmar Good comment.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you. I am very careful around tooling and machinery. Thanks for your concern.

[@paulbrodie]

@@Dave.Wilson Thanks David.

[@10trimble]

Paul, regarding scratching your frame.... I watched a fellow restoring an old Honda 750-4. When it came time to fit the motor, he put the motor on the floor, turned it on it's side, then picked up the frame and lowered it over the motor sideways. no scratches!

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, I have heard that works well for Harleys too. I have probably had the Cub motor in and out 20X. It's not really scratches, just small chipping of the paint right at the edge of the motor mount, for example. When it's complete, I'll do a little touch up for sure.

[@Jamie-pf9jv]

Amazing channel. Love all the work you do. Learning a lot even as simply as how to make acorn nuts. Keep up the great content!

[@glennrochemusic]

A quick taller pair of seat mounts might be all that's required. It's just flat bar bent with holes. !

[@framolon3708]

Always great jobs Paul!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Fra Molon.

[@mrcammclellan]

Can't wait for the seat episode! sounds amazing!

[@bradley3549]

I can't wait to see the seat base process. That's on my long term to-do list for my CB!

[@paulbrodie]

Seems there is quite a bit of interest in the seat base :)

[@glenpiro313]

Another incredible episode Paul and Mitch, thank you!! The quality and quantity of TTPs you are passing on (for free mind you!) is priceless. I keep wondering what would happen if you, Ron, Allen, and Aaron were locked into a fully stocked shop for a couple months, with nothing but coffee, Mountain Dew, tea, and Tracys cupcakes to exist on.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Glen.

[@andrewharris3380]

Good job. Always thought about making some.

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Andrew.

[@coli2543]

Use windex and spray the area where the decal is being applied. You can then apply and move the decal around on the surface to center it perfectly. The windex will eventually dry and the decal position will be fixed. Please mention my name Colin on your next episode for this tip and my wife will go absolutely nuts. ;)

[@paulbrodie]

Colin, I'm 67 years old and you want me to change my ways? You might have to search for alternate ways to make your wife go absolutely nuts :) Thanks for watching.

[@chrismorgan4375]

@@paulbrodie I recommend doing exactly what you've been doing for 67 years. Please mention my name Chris on your next episode for this tip and my wife will go absolutely nuts. ;)

[@wheater5]

Paul always mentions my name (it’s the same as his) and my wife is nuts anyway.

[@TheRadioStu]

Wow - 10K views in under 24 hours. People are going nuts for your work! Keep it up!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Stu. We will keep going!

[@WhoNoes]

Amazing as always. Looking forward to the seat build. PS love my shirt!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Who Noes.

[@jobkneppers]

Paul, AISI 303 machines the best but cannot be polished as nice as 304 or 316 and It has a hue of brown. If you want to weld too use 316L. I found out that the 316 requires a bit more attention during machining but once you get it right it's business as usual or it repeats well (although warm rolled can be tough). 304 seems to be a surprise package when machining. I had friendly encounters with it but it sometimes made me curse when burning drills and other tools. For the food industry 316 is the way to go and looks great when machined and or polished well. For that reason I only stock 303 and 316. The radius tool works great but I think there's room for improvement ;-) Maybe a fixed thrust bearing bolted in place? Thank you, and the mystery cameraman Mitch, for al your wonderful uploads! Greatly appreciated! All the best, Job

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks, Job. Good comments :)

[@tinymotogarage]

Thanks for the materials info - always something good to know - I write it down (still have your aluminum info) - thanks!

[@paulbrodie]

You're welcome for sure.

[@davidharris5736]

Nicely done Paul. Next time get some masking (painters) tape on the frame or anywhere else you might need it to help prevent those scratches!

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks David.

[@PosParts]

Really looking forward to the carbon fiber video. I've done my fair share of fiberglass work due to my standup jetski addiction but carbon is a whole different animal that I've been skeptical to try. The Tigercub is shaping up to be a killer ride. Thanks for the wonderful videos as always.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Po. With the carbon fibre I just lay it up like fiberglas; no vacuum bagging. I like doing that kind of stuff!

[@florakis]

Always enjoy your videos. Can’t wait to see the seat fabrication! Will you also make-shape the cushion? Greetings from Greece 🖖

[@paulbrodie]

Hello Greece! I ill leave the foam and upholstery to the experts. I don't even have a sewing machine.

[@jimurrata6785]

Watching those cases go together reminds me of the BSA manual where it says when splitting the cases, ~remove the joining bolts on the bench and _'drop smartly'_ ! 🤣

[@paulbrodie]

"Drop smartly". I like that!

[@jimurrata6785]

@@paulbrodie I'm guessing because the crank was always such a tight fit in the bearings on each side. * Perhaps just the locating dowels? Whatever..... it works!

[@keithmoore5224]

you got the union flag right way up good job it’s going to be the best cub i’ve seen for a long time the seats always look like a after thort

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, it's important to get the flag right. Hope I get the seat right too.

[@IgnisMan]

Nice Work 👍😎☕️

[@dfend451]

So brilliant!!!

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you D Fend.

[@billdyke9745]

Paul Brodie's nuts... Need I say more? Best nuts that money can't buy... That seat is not right and that's for sure. Thanks, Paul. Enjoyed that.

[@paulbrodie]

Thank you Bill.

[@andyZ3500s]

It would be interesting to see you do a video on swapping the rear hub. About ten years ago my dad and I came across a guy selling a old bronze Var truing stand. It beautiful but we had no need for it. Remember those old cast iron bicycle stands built Japan. The top was blue with a red casting for the base. My dad bought one for me when I was about ten.

[@paulbrodie]

Swapping the rear hub probably will end up being a video. Yes, I do remember those old Var truing stands. Never owned one. I use a Park stand for bicycle wheels.

[@andyZ3500s]

@@paulbrodie Park makes some nice tools. In my comment I wrote bicycle stand, I ment truing stand. The reason that I think it would make a good video is to show people that lacing wheels is not as hard as it looks.

[@paulbrodie]

@@andyZ3500s Andy, we have done that. The Aermacchi rear wheel is a lacing and truing video. But we can do it again on the Cub rear wheel.

[@boltonky]

Reminded me i need to add indexing head to my list of stuff for my workshop, i need to stop buying things i don't need or only use once haha

[@paulbrodie]

I call it a rotary table.

[@rickfazzini22]

Yep, the seat will become so much cooler once you perform your magic. I like that tool for the domed section of the acorn nut, so what's the reason for making the rotating section only held on by the grease?

[@paulbrodie]

It was the easiest way to make it, and it does work :)

[@coburnlowman]

Great work. Love the crankcase. Have you tried having your frames powder coated? I have the same problems with scratches while assembly as well. Would love to get them powder coated. That is a nice round cutter. Kinda like a form dresser for a surface grinding wheel. You're well ahead of the pack around cutting machines. But I'd never let anyone use gloves around any moving cutter or chuck. I'm not a safety Sally , but I've seen too many rags , chip brushes being jerked into cutting heads , and chucks. Have seen bunches of photos of mangled hands or what was left of hands from gloves being around mills , n lathes. My back is ruined from not using overhead cranes , and forklifts , but I still have all my fingers 👍

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Phil. Yes, I understand your safety concerns, but I am conscious of what can go wrong and I also still have all of my fingers. Thanks for watching.

[@jrsgarage3244]

You can put masking tape over the frame to keep it from getting scratched when you put the motor in that's what I do 👍🚩 or thin piece of cardboard

[@paulbrodie]

Yes, you are correct...

[@colinbatchford8007]

Looking forward to the carbon fibre vid as I've just damaged the carbon fibre seat unit on my Buell and need to know a bit about carbon fibre .

[@paulbrodie]

Stay tuned!

[@johnmartin6050]

Put water pipe insulation split tube on the frame & it won't get scratched during assembly.

[@jamest.5001]

Better watch out for squirrels! 😜

[@sidwainhouse]

I'm lazy and tend to use hex bar for making my own domed nuts, but they do look so much better than the ones you can buy. 👍👍👍

[@paulbrodie]

Thanks Sid. Hex is only available in standard sizes, and this hex is Whitworth!

[@chrisstephens6673]

@@paulbrodie in UK you can buy whit hex stainless, or at least you could before a certain virus screwed (pun?) things up a bit. Seems Hitchcocks still list it.

[@zachburns8873]

18mm is 3/8 Whit aswell which is a good go to size.