I finally bought an old MACHINE that already works 🥲. (1943 DoAll G7)

[@AlecSteele]

Beautiful looking machine 🎉

[@ThisTall]

Sad you just gave up on Montana Alec !

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

It would have been great to see you and Will move big machines again.

[@BrandonRose]

@@ThisTall I wouldn't say he gave up on Montana. He and his wife missed home and needed to get back! I bet there will collabs in the future.

[@kajiarrow7761]

Remember when you had one of these mr.steele? That was a great video with the mountain dew coolant

[@dcallan812]

@@BrandonRose Also COVID stopped them going to back to the US and they had to stay in Europe for a time. But yes, he didn't just give up on it he was still having the guys there producing products for the shop. Then Will took over the shop and Alex stopped make items for the shop.

[@justinbanks2380]

I mean, completely understand the frustration and set back of all the you've described up until 2:49 so far. But give yourself a pat on the back that all those things happened and YOU had skills, knowledge and capabilities to try and fix, replace, remake all of that! That's a huge accomplishment as most couldn't handle fixing or making any of it. I'm sure it is still a set back, but silver linings 😊

[@crazychupacabra4449]

Hey Will, Love the Video. I am a great lover of the old iron, in fact I have a G10 and love the hell out of it. I know the issue you are having with the crossfeed handle binding up. If the crossfeed selector is in either the in or out selections, then the hydraulics will fight the hand wheel. it will turn freely for a bit and then start to bind. I believe the no feed on yours shoud be the same as mine which is the center position. this should allow you to use the manual crossfeed wheel freely. Also you should probably put the original coarse stone back on and then grind the magnetic surface plate to ensure that its flat. I believe the manual recommends doing that about once every 6 months or if something gets dropped on it.

[@adamblundell6402]

G'day mate. With your mag chuck you can actually grind it true. Take small cuts and flood it with coolant. What an awesome machine, you should really get some great use out of it mate.

[@bluedogguy]

Every time you move machines your entire channel takes a deep breath and looks between our collective fingers.

[@BrandonRose]

Good stuff. Happy to see you back in Alex's old shop. I miss you two filming together!

[@DrewLonmyPillow]

The infamous pallet jack!

[@larshoneytoast722]

We always knew it would come back for more, we just didn't know when

[@jamiehill2671]

The pallet jack is like Damn, you won this time. I'll get you next time if its the last thing I do.

[@HelloNotMe9999]

The pallet jack already broke his soul.

[@larshoneytoast722]

Too soon... lol

[@Nemod70]

​@@larshoneytoast722never.

[@Brocks-Travels]

Having seen a few machining channels commission a surface grinder, they all ground the mag chuck to ensure it was parallel to the bed. Especially good idea if you source a "new " Chuck

[@heckinscrub2252]

Hey Will, I’m a surface and profile grinder for a molding company. Good brands for mag-vises are suburban and SAV. I love surface grinders so I’m excited to see this machine get used!

[@WetFireForge]

Man, I just love the old tools

[@ghillieinthemist593]

WIll, couple tips from a former surface grinder. if you grab the U key, with the web of thumb in the U, stick it on the arbor nut, and flick twist it clockwise, and then immediately flick counter clockwise, you can pretty easily tighten and loosen the arbor nut. use the wheels momentum to your advantage! also, if you stick the U on the back side of the arbor, with the nubs facing the machine, it makes a great level to pull the wheels off the arbor taper. i personally love surface grinding more than milling or lathe work, nothing is more satisfy than making essentially perfectly flat and parallel parts!

[@redrockroger]

Just being picky, but the coolant valve is a 1/4 turn ball valve. Gate valves have a hand wheel that takes *many* turns to open or close.

[@stevendelvecchio3721]

Always great to watch you work and figure out machinery. Your energy and enthusiasm even when there are issues is great.

[@Quillric]

I'm adopting the term "big spooky" and will be using it regularly going forward.

[@michaeltilly6208]

The electromag chuck is handy to keep around for a workbench. You'll come up with a good use for it. But definitely keep it around those are sweet

[@Aaronserranterrands]

Grinding wheel load up was the biggest problem i had with grinding hardened steels- best solution i found was to pick up a good wheel like a Norton sg 46 (coarse) grit or so, filter coolant, and dress the wheel more often than felt necessary- This prevented the wheel from loading up and putting heat into the part which swelled it up into the wheel making the problem worse- Was finally able to hit .0001 after trial and error- P.s. if it's like my doall d-6 then the return oil from the ways drips back to the sump and brings all kinds of dirt with it- i have it dripping into a cup instead - also clean the sump out!

[@justinbanks2380]

Those smash trays look awesome. I don't smoke, but definitely do cut things, so will be watching for those! Always a joy to watch you Will. (Well, expect that one pallet jack thing we don't talk about. We all felt for and with you on that one.) Even when things go unexpected or sideways you stay positive and get through it to the other side. Even for that alone, it's worth watching. The great ingenuity, problem solving and just bad ass things you do and make are the just great cherries on top! Keep being you Will. We'll all be here to follow along!

[@DEATER155]

Woooo more restoration videos!

[@DevilDog36th]

Lovely machine! I used a Doall similar to this at my first machine shop. Quality tool. Here's a couple things to be mindful of when using it: When dressing the wheel, make sure you're hitting the very bottom point of the wheel, so if the dresser moves it doesn't blow up your wheel Do not go too hard or accidentally hit the wheel on anything while running, exploding wheels are extremely scary. I've been told stories of wheels exploding sending chunks 30yds away and through a cast iron machine casting/cinderblock wall. The electromagnetic chuck system may not only be on/off but actually magnetize/demagnetize which can be really handy Before putting a wheel on, hang it and give it a gentle tap, it should ring like a bell. If it doesn't it has a crack and may blow up. Surface finish looked decent, but a .0001/.0002 finish pass + spring pass will get it looking beautiful

[@paulhunt598]

It is pretty exciting to purchase a new to you toy for the shop. I am no grinders operator expert, but I am experienced enough to know that you would benefit from some hand holding! A grinder demands more handling care and sensitivity than other machine tools. I realize that it is too late now, but a grinder warrants special blocking prior to rigging, especially rough handling like you did and the bouncing ride on your trailer. Unlike the solid ways on a similar mill or lathe, this class of machine likely rides on roller bearings. Prior to rough rigging, the bearing packs should be removed and appropriate blocking put in their place. Then the axis should be stopped with clamping or blocking to prevent movement. Dense plastic material machined to replace the bearing packs is ideal for shipping blocking material. Axis travel can be restrained in a number of obvious methods.

[@mblind]

+1 to the editor for the cut-edit right after, "It's weird feeling buying a machine that just works"

[@loganlawlyes1980]

If you want to clean oil by using water, add an emulsifyer (dish soap) something to help mix the oil and water. The old oil still has some, but it might not be as efficient

[@kennethewertz9313]

Congratulations on your accomplishments and good luck on your merch. You seem to be learning everyday that's awesome. Love your presentation, it has a good balance which is very entertaining. Love the ash tray, very cool looking.

[@feelthepayne88]

Love the styling of that machine! So much character in that design. Beautiful machine.

[@tippytailmckitty2658]

The adjustable worklight is a nice feature.

[@tromchessar]

Switches get stitches !

[@paultergiest2341]

As an electrician that only knows how to make equipment work, that's badass you can use and fix your own equipment and use it

[@danielstellmon5330]

We've all had one of those days. I'm glad Will was able to restore his good attitude. Will: "I was expecting to need to do more to make the machine work" Also Will: makes a 20 minute video of working on said machine before using it.

[@daryngentry463]

Great looking machine, Will. Those DoAll surface grinders are great machines as long as they are taken care of. It looks like you will do a great job with the upkeep on it. I repair machine tools for a living, and the DoAll machines are my favorite machines to work on. There is usually not much that is usually wrong with them.

[@derekhartley4480]

When you are taking your finishing cuts you want to take a very small cut depth, like .0005 and a large step over, like 75% of the width of your wheel. That will help with your surface finish. You can add parallels on their large faces beside what you are grinding to add more holding power to your workpiece. It really helps keep your workpiece(s) from sliding around.

[@elementjoe]

Pallet jack gang for life

[@richardhswan8069]

1943, one of the newest machines Will owns.

[@jamesbrandon8520]

And Will it’s called a ball valve not a gate valve

[@mikepointfive]

You beat me to it 🤣

[@abelryan6175]

I can't wait for you to buy something new, read the directions, and it works like you need it to, in one go.

[@first_namelast_name4923]

The color of the wheel indicates what material the grinding grit is made of. It doesn't tell you about the size of grit. White is aluminum oxide, pink is aluminum oxide that is more friable. Black is silicon carbide, green is silicon carbide that can grind tungsten carbide tools. There are thousand and one explanation on the net, but you should read the one of the site of the manufacturer of your wheels.

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

As a surface grinder, to our kin you are a true master surgeon.

[@b2bogster]

Absolutely great stuff 👍

[@ChileExpatFamily]

Will I think you need a steam pressure washer for sure. That machine reminds me of how dirty an old DC-3 that i had to clean was. Just nasty dirty. Use steam... Love the new addition and the videos. Jim in Chile

[@JETWTF]

Remarkably good condition for it's age, a tad lack of maintenance but it wasn't abused. Get the bugs worked out and it will last your lifetime.

[@bc65925]

The first factory I worked in had that exact model in the "Hopper Room". They didn't use it as much as the other surface grinder in the room. It was for grinding the "Hoppers" (Who'da thunk) for the casting machines. They were about 7 or 8 foot long and the grinder would do about 10 feet. It was amazing to watch.

[@chazzops]

Training on the new/old machine! Great!

[@patrickmcguire9663]

Once you get your machine leveled and a new stone dressed. Let it settle a couple days and then dress your chuck.

[@nickhuwar7920]

Old nasty coolant brings back memories of my youth

[@ericbeeman8717]

If those are acrylic shields get some weld on 4 its a good bonding agent to fix the busted piece of acrylic

[@raystevens687]

You might invest in a wench you can get a cheap one through Harbor Freight. I don't know anything about them but I see Matt's off road using them all the time.

[@TsGhostRaven]

never thought i wound spent $200 on a ash tray but i just had to have one so thank you for foregoing them

[@WillStelterbladesmith]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy, I think they’re super rad 🔥

[@JeremyMitchell-oj3yg]

I’ve been wanting to purchase something off of you for a while! And well, the Ash tray got me!😍😍 I Can’t wait to receive it🔥🔥

[@bryanduchane2371]

Great piece of equipment for any shop!!!!! Please tell us again how it sounded again.... Think it was something like bub, bub, bub, bub, bub. Think you actually need to do that sound one more time so we get it right when describing this video!!!!!

[@charlesflakusj.r6344]

I luv Lamp

[@glennbayley5863]

Very enjoyable video thank you very much

[@adamskagius6281]

God, I love the three phase we have in Europe!

[@jimmycote808]

hi Will, yours screw is worn (the worst case senario is scrap) but if you found a new screw to replace it will be a good move but the part are rare may be Abom79 can help you to machine a new screw.

[@WillStelterbladesmith]

It’s actually the bronze halfnut on the bottom of it that’s the issue- a local friend had to remake one for his doall grinder, and might have a replacement for us 👍🏻

[@caseybbq]

"I'll catch you on the flippity flip", said Michael Scott!

[@kubeek]

22:01 it´s got gravitational waves!

[@TJDukit1]

Guess I couldn’t help myself. Had to order the smash tray.

[@ericpipe141]

Nice Pipe!!!!

[@6point8esspcee68]

Hey! Way to get 2 burrs with one stone!

[@JaapGrootveld]

Nice...😊

[@1Raymon]

What a story

[@justinbanks2380]

10:05 I get that feeling even when buying something brand new. Like wait, I don't have to tinker, re jigger, or modify this thing to actually do what I got it to do? I'm always leery and have the kill switch handy when that happens, lol

[@jpeterd92]

I've never seen a quarter turn gate valve before... 😜

[@mikehill4551]

My 1937 Monarch lathe would be $219,000 adjusted for inflation. Cost me $1,500. That's wild! If your machine gets rained on in transport just spray the whole thing down with WD40 when you get home. No biggie!

[@pallien7501]

If you need a sturdy hard working surface grinder you should look for a Tos bph 20.

[@opendstudio7141]

A new 6x18 mag chuck is rather costly($2600), but comes with the controller. Finding a decommissioned auction item that small may be a challenge in the US.

[@mickblizzard1408]

Will 😱 Smoking paraphernalia ! You know it’s the 2024 not the 1924 😂 Great vid, apart from the smoking cack.

[@bjornthorgudmundsson2781]

Wouldnt it be a lot less work to just knock down the grinding room wall you set the machine up next to and extend the wall past it to essentially make it a part of the grinding room?

[@beny7160]

Will *buys already functioning machine. Everyone else: wait. That’s illegal!

[@kerriwyd]

that already works with 18 hrs of work :)

[@nickhuwar7920]

Probably should have ground the mag base flat before you did some money work too. Just my 2 cents

[@artor9175]

The Grinder of Theseus. If you have replaced every part on it, is it the same grinder?

[@johannesTMP]

Real nice machine! Looking for one of those here in belgium... See your smoking your pipe .... so a pipe building video in the works yet?

[@TIMBERTIGERFORGE]

This is exactly what happens to me regularly, $hit goes sideways at the worst time and then its a catastrophey just to get back on track 37 wrong turns just getting out the front door.....

[@jetegtmeier71]

no, you did all of that for the education !!! take advantage of your mistakes and let them be lessons :)

[@justinbanks2380]

11:47 but you learned something... Unfortunately, no matter how knowledgeable or experienced, we all have to learn things (even things we didn't want or need to know) the hard way

[@simplybananas]

Dam u could have made a whole series on fixing that one or ur journey on finding a new one. Maybe next time.

[@PeterKNoone]

Sweet grinder thingy! Thanks for the video. I would love to buy a Stelter product but it appears that your crazy shopaholic fans beat me too it every time.

[@goransolheim8772]

Rule of thumb for grinding if your grinding with coolant dress with it but that’s not 100% nesssasarry

[@ARGONONYA-ye6wl]

You can tell its that by the way it is.🤣🤣

[@garrettshadbolt6443]

This video just got 1k views while I was watching it 👌🔥

[@bobbyvance6622]

Balance the wheel and you will get a better finish

[@randallsmith4685]

Make a knife out of the shavings in the coolant tank...lol

[@danielseo14]

What pipe where you using to look sick ❤

[@rileyh212]

Is that an eldritch pipe? I didn’t know you were a pipe smoker.

[@ChowderN8]

“Magnet” lol

[@deanlindholm8663]

Interesting about the lathe interference

[@charlesspringer4709]

Ball valve? Gate valve has a screw handle and moves in and out.

[@hulkthedane7542]

Have you ever even considered buying a new machine...?? I enjoy watching you restore things, but for an actual production, new machines could (maybe) insure you a stable production and thus a stable income.... Good luck. Stay safe 👍

[@armageddontools]

You dont know what you bought.Surface grinding is a whole subject for itself that is anything but simple,its a pandoras box .Those wheels arent preety pink just because manufacturer wanted to sell them to women.Its a color code for pink aluminum oxide, diamond is golden color, CBN is black color, aluminum oxide has White(White aluminum oxide),Brown(Brown aluminum oxide) colors, Orange( WA with ferric oxide), Silicon carbide has Black (Black silicon carbide), Green(Green silicon carbide) colors. SG(Seeded Gel) is Blue. Different materials have different application when it comes to grinding materials -for example nothing but diamond and silicon carbide can grind tungsten carbide(you can try CBN but it will wear out expensive wheel) -aka lathe tools. You can try with aluminum oxide but you will get very little progress and its gonna eat up wheel and make a lot of dust. Hardened materials need carbide wheels. As grinding wheel grinds material it gets clogged by particles and that creates friction = heat which releases the glue that holds particles together,clogged ones drop in a form of grinding dust and new sharp particles cut material.Different glues are used for different materials its also known as softness/hardness of wheel. Soft wheels will release particles faster than hard wheels. Balancing wheels is a whole subject for itself ,grinding spindles are delicate peace of machinery and to get proper finish and long lasting bearings you need to balance wheel on mandrel before using it. This is just basics.Get a book on surface grinding and read it properly before using this machine for industrial applications if you want it to last more than a first one.

[@jeffmcdonald101]

He openly said he knows little about it. He just got and hasn't had time to learn about it yet. You just seem like you're desperate to be a know it all and patronize him. Your long-winded essay did little to help the situation. Literally the last sentence would have sufficed.

[@armageddontools]

​@@jeffmcdonald101 Booo FOOOOO baby got offended by BIG MEAN WORDS?What are you ? His lawyer or do you just get offended on the behalf of other people online?

[@davedoessomestuff8176]

​@@armageddontoolsI legitimately agreed without you until you said this dumbass reply. Way to act like a child just because someone disagreed with you.

[@frankheger5185]

👍👍👍

[@winorthwoodsliving]

T-shirt idea "Slightly less than Ideal"

[@s1gne]

I like cuttting things but a kiridashi isn't really a good knife in the kitchen i think.

[@katpocalypsemeow4554]

Was just looking at the Stelter Mfg website and something about the font you're using makes it look fuzzy/out of focus to me. Specifically the font used on the Smash Tray product page. Is anyone else seeing this?

[@dcallan812]

Please dont drop it🤞 Nice lump of iron 2x👍

[@bjartivang2392]

afventure the will

[@raypimienta7670]

I haven't been on youtube for a while... I have a question. Is that the same shop alex had? The layout looks familiar

[@willw7595]

yes, that's Alex old shop.

[@linuxstreamer8910]

from what i heard from a certain channel pepsi is a great coolant don't use that

[@Chromaz]

It wouldnt be a Will Stelter video if you didnt do a cross country drive

[@nf4x]

If only you had some way to flatten the bottom of that dressing tool block.

[@BraxxJuventa]

😁👍🏼