How To Make This EASY Dimple Die Tool for Under 20 Bucks!!! ( With Just a Welder + Grinder!!! )

[@UCanDoIt2Mike]

I'm going to repeat what most people are expressing. Your channel, message, delivery, enthusiasm, humbleness, and willingness to share your talents is invaluable! Great camera work and editing cannot be overlooked. Thank you Karl and Kristina... you bring a smile to many faces when they see a Make It Kustom video has been published. Cheers Mike!

[@karlscribner7436]

Actually it’s Karl with a K and Kristina? Also with a K -Karl, with a K, in MICHIGAN.

[@joshm8661]

@@karlscribner7436 thanks Carl lol

[@garyisaac5634]

Outstanding in all aspects mentioned, plus the sound quality was beyond compare. Total shocker for my first visit to your site. Looking forward to many future visits. Thank you K and K. If you can ever do without you metal maid keeping your shop clean I could use her service. I expect a price break though, she can leave her jewellers loop at home. No Karl, I know you don't do it. Do you know anyone that wants to buy a bike? It has no seat or handlebars. It's for someone that lost their ass and doesn't know which way to turn. 😂

[@wallbawden5511]

I was going to write some thing but the above say's it all

[@ex-engineer6657]

Ditto.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Nicely done.... I'm going have to stop watching you! You make shit I want to make and I got enough on my plate now as it is. Hahaha. Love it. Putting in the flaws and mistakes makes you real. Hats off to another fantastic video. Now to go fine me some dimple die material...congrats on the new shop. Looks nice and bright. A few videos on the move and setup be nice. Think few of us would enjoy that.

[@mickholgate3347]

Good to see comments from one legend to another, love ya work Fitzee & Karl!!!

[@richcaseaxon]

I'll look forward to your take/video on this as well Fitzee LOL

[@easttexastramps]

Fitzee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@brianjarrett310]

Thanks to you both. No shit. Your videos keep me sain.

[@karlscribner7436]

Indeed we would, Karl and Fitzee, my 2 fav metal bangers.

[@TalonPro]

"The joy of making it" THATS what a lot of people are missing.

[@janeblogs324]

I use a greased threaded rod through the center to compress them together. Even strong enough to dimple 3mm steel. Its a must when dimpling on the car when you can't fit the car in your shop press

[@ForgedShaft]

"when you can't fit the car in your shop press" 😁🤣🤣

[@ishsiriram8286]

When I make one, I will probably do it this way.

[@kazzTrismus]

if you put the flange piece that youre going to grind on to the shaft and start grinding it will begin to spin....now its - its own lathe! get her spinning and hold your grinder hand steady . the threaded rod allows you to double nut/lock the flanged piece from jumping up / around. once youve done it for a few minutes it all makes sense. the grinder spins the piece and grinds all at the same time and because power is lost to spinning the grinding doesnt dig in very deep.... you could also weld first and put it in a drill then mount the drill in a vise. the cool part about making your own is you can make both pieces with steps in diameter to do 2 different hole sizes in 1 tool or add a crease into the flange/dimple make diamond or star or square etc dimple dies. time is cheap when its mine for me....lol

[@ishsiriram8286]

@@kazzTrismus There is another aspect that can be brought in here. make the the bottom and top piece to fit perfectly into one another without any clearance for the material thickness you want to dimple. ie. zero clearance. then make a few washers, each washer to be the thickness of the various sizes of plate you want to dimple. Then you just insert the relevant washer to match the material you want to punch. The washer will give you the relevant clearance needed.

[@kazzTrismus]

@@ishsiriram8286 leave the clearance...as washers will only make space in 1 direction.. If doing/wanting a more complex shape than a cone, precision fitting reduces the range of material thickness. details/features would require precision fitting on 2 axis at least. Too tight will = shear depending on design

[@jvazquez53]

I learn more in one of your videos than going to a school for a whole semester! Simply explained and to the point! Love these ideas!

[@michiganmoto7687]

I love your content. What I appreciate most is you not editing out mistakes. We all learn from mistakes and seeing a competent person make one and adapt and move on is a hugely positive message. Keep doing what your doing.

[@tatellopitso]

I really appreciate that too, I just loved it and made me feel better, that actually it's normal to loose a little concentration, thank you for this comment

[@Johnny-nb7eg]

"I don't want excuses!..." the way to go! Thanks for all the useful tips! What is better than making it your own...

[@0lddragracer426]

They don't give the commercial dimple dies away, as I'm sure you already know. This is a big help Karl, thanks.

[@fredgillick3071]

For a young man, you are very talented. I'm sure before you have all the tools you have now, you had to make a lot of them before buying them. You would also make a great metal teacher. Great video.

[@troysgarage]

It’s hard to show mistakes, I know from experience. 🤣 It’s refreshing to see the honestly and realism when making something yourself. It doesn’t always go as planned. Nice work! 🙌🏼

[@immelting9834]

The best part of this channel for me is ; the showing of how to get results using cheaper , homemade, and ways to save cash by building your own fabrication tools. Professional equipment is out of the reach for the majority of people. Thanks for the videos 👍🏿

[@That70sChannel]

Christina is the war correspondent of KZbin videographers. You moved the work to direct the sparks away. . .she dives with the camera directly into the line of fire.

[@seditiousmonkeyart]

It's great to see a younger tradesman making his own tools. I love making my own tools. Apart from the satisfaction you can incorporate all the best features. Great job and keep inspiring others to create.

[@justinnorthrop895]

You and your wife, by the way the unsung hero of these videos, are making some of THE best KZbin content out there. Just in case you didn't already know! Can't wait to see what's next and hope your move goes well!

[@theclan4adventures]

I absolutely love it when someone says to them self “how much do they want for that? Nope I’ll make it myself” great videos!

[@christhornton9859]

Did that deburring tool give anyone else chills when listening ? Oh OK, only me? Love the channel and your content.

[@grahambirt6004]

how simple and quick to make ,making your own tools is cool as ,thanks a bunch ,you make people like me just get up and do it

[@johnparker3725]

Love all the tool content!! Keep them coming, you could do a whole series on all your customized/scratch built tools!!

[@branchandfoundry560]

That would be the best series on KZbin!

[@MakeItKustom]

I’m cooking something up! Time to make a tool!

[@jimw6991]

@@MakeItKustom Nice job ... I wonder how long you have been doing this sort of work.

[@thomasjones3005]

Japhands are magic hands. Doesn't matter what you do, when it's done it's beautiful. very creative, very helpful. And video crew does a fantastic job capturing it all. She deserves a super hug. Love your channel. The two of you make it all happen in such a classy way. Educational, entertaining, always. Thom

[@bmxboi72]

I love how youre not afraid to make mistakes. Love your knowledgeable channel!

[@cortniesmith3138]

Can’t believe I’ve never found this channel before today. So glad I did

[@billcobb9408]

love your hands on real world content

[@donaldheim6018]

This is one of the most valuable channels on here .

[@onefortheroad2291]

While I consider myself a bit of a hobbyist fabricator, I watch your videos and am blown away by your abilities. Half of the stuff I probably won’t be able to do or even need, but damn is it fun to watch! Great job as usual

[@wht240sxka]

You’re not an idiot. We all make goofs. Love your attitude and content! Keep up the good work for us. Gives me motivation and has become a part of my day. ✌🏼

[@charlesgalea69]

Awesome video today Really enjoyed it from Melbourne Australia. 🇦🇺

[@haleym16]

It's people like this guy who got me into the car world. Good dude

[@ronmiller682]

I absolutely love watching your videos. You talk and act just like we are working along side you, and not like your above anyone. Thank you for that. You are a super talented man. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Can't wait for the next video.

[@spidersinspace1099]

Thanks for the great video, mistakes and all. You are no different than the folks who watch your channel and that's what I like about you.

[@mattrage1673]

love seeing the mistakes as well, make you far more relatable than the guys who edit everything in a way to make them look perfect.. keep up the great work, you are very inspiring

[@MrGixxer1300r]

For a young dude you are really the shit. I grew up like you with more time than money. My father got me a job working with him in a steel fabrication shop. and the rest was history. I love making my own tools!! Thanks for these simple tools that make a job look so more professional.

[@markgriffin4888]

It's TOOL TIME, unlike Tim Taylor, your stuff up didn't end in disaster 😆😆😆 Very clever 👍👍👍

[@brianhamalainen8817]

Ough ough ough!

[@tomthumb3085]

As always, a great video with well explained fabrication steps. Really humble guy who tells it as it is in an interesting and infectious way. Top work Karl.

[@BuildSomethingAuto]

This is the best part about outfitting your shop/garage with fabrication tools. You get to the point where you need a tool or part for your build and realize its quicker and easier to just make it how you want it then to shop around and wait for shipping etc. I think more project car builders should invest in this stuff and learn how to use it, very satisfying! 👍

[@stevenmccrickard1401]

Check out Fab Rats.

[@justjake6619]

I like that you didn't edit out the mistakes and issues you came into on this simple project. Subscribed because I think you have good vibes and positive energy. Keep it up!

[@danielminchev6031]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. Thanks this video is a real savior.

[@robinimpey101]

Simple dimple! The way you do and explain, everything is excellent! I want to make a dimple die, and I don't even need one! 😄

[@justfloat1]

Back when i first started out, the old timers would share information for nothing, except maybe to make you feel like a newbie. I guess it made them feel smarter. Im glad to see things have changed and sharing information is just needed. Thx for sharing…….

[@1one3_Racing]

Coming from a farming background, we always made the tools we didn't have. I never thought of making dimple dies though! I've been trying to get someone to lathe up a set but might give this a go. Australian prices would probably make it cheaper to buy a set than to buy the raw stock though.

[@RogersABodyGarage]

I have never needed a dimple die before, and I don't think I ever will, But I want to make one now just to say I did! I preach on my channel that you have to think outside of the box and get creative. This is creativity and hot rodding at its core. Awesome!

[@albertifergan6506]

I am relieved that I am not the only one making those mistakes. Great job.

[@Dave5843-d9m]

Respect to Christina’s videography. Top job.

[@joeyisachannelnow5057]

Can't get enough of these videos thanks for all the content boys and girls at M.I.K.

[@honeydoshandymanservices-l670]

Don't sweat it bro making mistakes and working through them is real life. I love that you are so real on your channel it is refreshing!

[@b3av3rz]

I've never done any kind of body work but after watching all your videos. You got me want to go mess with this old 82 MC I've got at the farm.

[@branchandfoundry560]

I recommended you as a show guest on the Essential Craftsman podcast. Hopefully, that works out soon! Thank you for all you for all of us.

[@fishhuntadventure]

That could be a fine and fun 3-part 45 minutes each series. Get your hands and brain learning/ doing some of his stuff and him learning/doing some of your stuff and the viewers will learn from how you guys solve problems.

[@marcuskilian6516]

Mr fisher wodup, inspired by ur works, good stuff, marcus Cape town South africa 🌍

[@GearlessChris]

I love Metal Supermarkets too.

[@westhighlandcoachhouseinc.3716]

Yes! A Big Shout to The one and only Mister Rick Farmer... Extraordinaire! Must Great to have him on your team!

[@grahamhengen5636]

If you can get ahold of some thin latex sheeting or thin flexible plastic to sacrifice between the workpiece and the die, your finish comes out really well even if there are some blemishes in the tool surface. Really cool innovation you guys!

[@pmae9010]

So great, I appreciate that you did not edit out the mistakes, it makes it easier to build knowing I will screw it up and it's still ok.

[@КонстантинПырков]

hello, thanks for the lecture and the practical lesson

[@godemperorhoover2131]

I appreciate the fact that you did not edit out mistakes... I do stupid stuff all the time, but people only see the finish product and say how great they think it is. I can't help but think to myself, if they only knew how often I have to fix little mistakes that they never see. Keep that in your content, it really makes you more relatable.

[@richardsprojects]

Behind you , yep its a lathe , even easier dimple die manufacture

[@chandurasika]

Something I've always wanted. Thank yo so much

[@donsmith9797]

Perfect, I love making my own tools for a job, so satisfying.

[@bobbob8229]

You are NOT an idot 😎 Your teaching is GREAT 👍

[@gasjockey101]

DUDE MY BROKE ASS NEEDED THIS VIDEO DEFINITELY MAKING ONE IN THE FUTURE!

[@malcolmyoung7866]

Love the honesty in this vid....a small mistake (that we have all made) emphasised and rectified..mistakes and honesty very good for the algorithm..THIS makes this channel...

[@aaronbuildsa]

Found your channel recently and I'm loving the content - and your delivery. Early in the video you said (paraphrasing) "There's always a way with simple tools, always" - something I have to remind myself *often* when I'm bemoaning a lack of tools (and, to be clear, there's a small lathe and a Bridgeport sitting in my shop!); I try to remind myself that people have been making accurate, complex, close tolerance parts, for waaaay longer than CNC has been around!

[@atruefreethinker1944]

great vid. two things I like... your humility and your usage of common tools.

[@raysabor3413]

Outstanding honest video, Thank You for not editing out your mistake,

[@phillipstephenson1597]

Another awesome video. Love watching people make tools as well as metal working techniques explained for the common man just getting started

[@nolanmegehee6452]

Great video just like the rest of them you have done. I'm 60 yrs old and have been making my own tools when needed, and have learned a lot from you. Thank you and keep on keeping on.

[@theshed8802]

I have your exact vice, right down the missing pipe jaws. It's an awesome bit of kit, and it was cheap. I bought mine over 40 years ago and it must have travelled over 1 million kilometres around and across Australia within me in the back of my vehicles. Yours is the only other one that I have seen. Love your content. Greg

[@ricklaporte9930]

Congratulations on the new shop

[@paulsugerik3389]

Good show keep it up helping young people learn how to do this stuff keep the art alive

[@victorrodea7163]

You have a" good eye" Mr. Your enthusiasm and passion is obvious. Yes,I subscribed.

[@SoloRenegade]

thank you for showing how to do it without a lathe. we need more fabrication videos like that showing people that simple tools can do the job, and that perfection is often not necessary.

[@deltajohnny]

Awesome channel, with perfect editing and perfect volume mixing! 👏👏👏 Thank you so much! 😉😉

[@davidcole9285]

Absolute legend, just found you and subscribed before half way through the video. Thank you

[@ronhonig]

How good is this video. I have always thought it would be nice to have a set of dimple dies but could never justify the cost for the limited amount of use that they would get. LOL, guess that's been solved. Thanks for sharing.

[@angemayberry2648]

I am Impressed, Glad I found your channel. Very down to earth, please stay this way. Do not change a thing.

[@shaneboyle2969]

Yet again another video that doesn’t disappoint. From a guy just tryin to learn cool stuff your channel is definately a first place scenario. I / we are grateful for everything you video and demonstrate . Currently building a van like your boogie van with a bit of a twist and every video you have gives knowledge and insipiration. Thanks again

[@cadillacdan3404]

That's bad ass I never had enough of a need to buy a dimple die but I can find a need to build one

[@notgiven911]

You are an awesome presenter. You explain everything very well. And when you couple that with great attentive videography by your helper (Kistine?), it makes for a very useful and illustrative video. I've learned a ton from you and looking forward to learning further. Its very encouraging to see you make stuff. I feel like people in US don't make our own custom stuff enough. The satisfaction of making things yourself is worth it! Thank you for your content, keep it going!

[@dirtyford633]

I think I sub'd around 18k and to see you at almost 75k already! Can't wait for 100K, keep killing it. Congrats on the new shop too.

[@michaelscott2381]

Learning something new is rewarding. You teaching Your experience is awesome! THANKS

[@shaunxr686]

Awesome work… I have been trying to find a small dimple die for the blind screws for door latches. Having watched this I’m thinking I might just go make my own. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@benjohnson7170]

Top stuff....Your a Legend mate. One of the best channels on the tube! You have replied to a couple of my comments so far,which is i thank you for. Most of us comment ,to give you support. I think we would rather you show great content ,than have your valuable time taken up with typing answers and what not....... Cheers buddy from Oz.

[@GL64]

Dude your subscribers are rocketing up. You'll be getting that play button plaque soon. Very cool. Keep up the good work!

[@mikehill1613]

Thanks so much, one of the best teachers ever!

[@ronbunker5778]

We had a Metal Supermarket here in Albuquerque, but 3 guys went together to expand it and for some reason it never reopened. Really miss it. I really enjoy your video's, and it's refreshing to see you admit if something went wrong...shows us we are not perfect.

[@corydriver7634]

Man this channel has really taken off! Awesome stuff.

[@gkanderson92]

Best demonstration for homemade dimple dies that I have seen yet appreciate it

[@chansemiles7439]

For some reason I thought there was more to making dimple dies than that. Very simple and cheap. Good luck on the move and keep on rocking🤘

[@faspit95]

Another great tool that when you need it you really need it. Our original ones, 3" dia., were made out of dried Oak. Like you said you use what you have, everyone had different raw materials and tools to make your tools. Sometimes it hurts watching you as Being a retires machinist I'm use to all the big boy tools like mills, lathes, presses, benders, surface grinders and all. Thanks for sharing.

[@paullatour7012]

This isn’t a video on how to make a dimple die. This is a video on how to think your way through something! Awesome!!

[@tommys2979]

Man I dont know how i havent found this channel until now but youre work is awesome. Definitely just subbed this channel. Keep up the good work.

[@noonergarage4114]

I've always had a fondness for dimple died panels. Looking at the prices for premade dies has always kept me away. I had never even thought about making my own so cheap and effectively. Thanks for sharing!

[@Manandmachine772]

Karl, Good luck on your move. And I love your videos about making tools.

[@CarlosMendez-hs8yi]

No words truley spoken ! Looks Awesome ! What a tool made by an expert its brilliant buddy

[@charlesperry1580]

The quality of filming and editing is excellent. You are creating content for both beginners and journeyman. Deserve way more subs and I think you will see more. Keep it up

[@dennispellicano3549]

I like watching your videos you sharing your knowledge helping that is poor boys I've been working on my car with some serious rust damage your videos will help me out a lot with the equipment I have and I haven't used them many years thanks

[@mback12000]

Literally every one of your videos is excellent

[@ltseven]

This channel is fixing to blow up

[@harveysparks4975]

Beautiful work Guy. You made it look waaaaaay to easy!

[@joshaho5036]

No excuses, you can figure it out. Best advise I've heard in a long time!👊🏻

[@jpstrim]

Great content as always! Really enjoy your approach and the way you deliver this awesome information. Fantastic to see the new shop happening as well!

[@joelongstaff7601]

Thank you so much. I'm building a peddle car for my grand daughter and now I can do some dimple work. Because it's small I spun the rear fenders on the lathe. Next I need to learn how to make some body moldings. My son bought me a bead roller set and shrinker stretchers.