Kennedy Tool Box Restoration - New Felt - Drawer Slides - Toolbox

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Jon! Outstanding restoration! Looks awesome... Funny you did the Tri-Flow for the lock! I just did Monday's video this morning and it featured Tri-Flow. I love the smell! =D Thanks!!!!!!!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Ha! That’s cool! Great minds think alike! 😃 That Tri -Flow is awesome. Looking forward to seeing your tri - flow video. Thanks for watching John 😃 Hope you had a great 4th 🇺🇸💥💥💥

[@deradler7571]

ScoutCrafter we all know you were sitting there thinking that box would look great in regal red! 😂

[@andyinabox]

I always thought it smelled like banana Laffy Taffy :)

[@achillesmarcos1717]

I realize it is kind of randomly asking but does anyone know of a good place to watch new movies online ?

[@eliankalel856]

@Achilles Marcos Flixportal :D

[@johnr1878]

Super job! Now I know how to take the drawers out. Thanks for the information.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on John! Yes it’s great to pull those out and clean em up! 😃👍🏼🚀

[@robvideomaker5823]

Nice I like how you used his music in the video.

[@rong-man1502]

Amazing straight-forward cleaning method. Thanks.

[@robintanner3247]

Thank you for this “Show and Tell” video. I could Not figure out the drawer removal process on mine.👍🏻

[@jimwright9500]

That looks just like the Armorers Tool Kit box we had in the Army. Same color and two drawers with the Seperators in the top drawer.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On! Yes I think you are right! An army box! 🙌✨

[@jhondoe1483]

I just got a larger Kennedy box from a swap meet for 15 bucks, and I was really just looking for a video to see how someone went about this, the box is rough but its not dented or broken at all. just rusty and well, old. I plan on restoring it. I just want to say your craftsmanship is amazing, not many folks my age who will carry on those skills, great work. I see below that TY loved your extra work as well.

[@jamesalsup9135]

Excellent! Great craftsman. I love toolboxes.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On James! 🙌✨ I really like this box! The color and the size of the drawers!

[@rossandersen942]

This was a super restoration. Great work. I love the personal key fob too.

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Jon, nice job on the box, messing whith that contact glue can be tricky sometimes, but you did it right on,lol, the leather key fob was a nice touch, your friend will be pleased to start using it.I have a Kennedy box from around ww11, the top lid has rounded edges whith 2 extra fasteners, the inside is dark crackle finish, I've had it for 50 yrs ,and it's still going strong, thanks for the video, looking forward to the next one, Best wishes, Stuart uk.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on Stuart! I do love these boxes and I really get a kick out of working on them. I was excited to see this one cleaned up. Thanks for watching and thanks for your thoughtful comments! 😃👍🏼🚀

[@ggarthh1]

Hi, wow you did an amazing job! I just picked up a Kennedy Kits #526 and it needs restoration.

[@rogermcdonald1607]

Very nice project Jon! I have 2 brown boxes that are 30+ years old. Never have seen the green box. Very nice layout table also!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Thanks Roger! I really like the green color! A very cool box. 🧰😃🚀

[@tomdale1313]

good to view your skills put to task, great stuff...txs for sharing...RIGHT ARM

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on Tom! Thanks for watching! 👍🏼🚀🚀🚀

[@scottyhughes9179]

Fabulous, thanks for this video, excellent restore. I am doing one as well, this really helps.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On 🙌👍

[@MrPhil1969]

The box came out great Jon. I like the black felt on the green box. I was skeptical about going up the sides in the top because Kennedy never did that. I like it. I'm going to do that for the next one I re-felt. I have a bunch of the 520s and just recently acquired 2 526s. I can't wait till I run into a 3 drawer like that one to add to the collection. Great job.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Isn’t that three drawer cool! Thanks for watching Mr. Phil😃 It’s nice thick felt too. I should put a link to that felt in the description.

[@stanellis7805]

Hi Jon. Spot on, right on!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on Stan! I’m glad you liked it! 😃🕺🏻

[@paulsworkshop4179]

Great looking box! The key ring in a nice touch.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On Paul! 💥👏 I know those keys often get lost. Hopefully the key ring will help. 🚀

[@GeorgeWMays]

I'd have been tempted to paint the box. But upon reflection I realized that you were absolutely right to leave it be. I guess that there's a lesson here. If there is no rust to speak of or serious dents requiring bondo, heck, keep the original finish. It really does look nice and you did a super job with the felt. Thanks for another great video.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on George! That’s cool of you to say. I do like that green wrinkle finish paint job. 😃🚀

[@tonylenge424]

Came out really nice! Thanks

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Thanks Tony! Yeah I really like how this box came out. I kind of want to keep it. 😂🤪

[@larrydemaar409]

Looks great, like brand new! Good job.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Thanks Larry! I really enjoyed working on this box! 😃🚀🧰

[@setdown2]

Now that was worth the time...nice job with that felt and template making...you took the time and did it right...your friend will have that tool box a long time...stay safe and stay away from your tool BAG...lol...

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Thanks Chuck! 😃💥🚀 It’s a great box and should last a long while. Hopefully my friend Ty passes it down to his son.

[@Looner-qc4gh]

I suggest using graphite powder as the lubricant on the slides. No buildup from debris and dirt and is butter smooth so it will stay smooth longer and makes reapplication easier since you don't have to remove the old stuff in a few years. Also doesn't have that death smell that some lubricants have.

[@MV-uh7kr]

Great Job for such a great piece that you restored!

[@johnr5545]

Nice job love the video god bless

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On John! Thanks! 👍 I just put out a video today on a union too chest. 🙌

[@stevewalker7822]

Very nicely done!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on Steve! Thanks 💥💥🚀🚀

[@mrk896]

This is the first video I've watched and I immediately subscribed. You're the awesome neighbour I never had. Love your organised workspace and easy laid back approach. Looking forward to seeing new videos soon

[@east_coast_vintage_tools]

Well done - Nice clean up!! - Great video!!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Thanks! 😃🤩

[@jgonz3542]

This is my first time viewing and your craftsmanship is inspiring. Right on man...keep up the great content.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On! 👍🏼 Thanks for watching! 😃

[@johnapelcede9861]

In 1975, I worked for Yorktown Industries making Kennedy, Vulcan and Matco boxes.

[@CleaveMountaineering]

Great job and good video overview. I just got an old Kennedy box similar to this, and plan to clean it up too. I'll probably not make it a showpiece, but want it clean and nice to use.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on! 👍🏼 Thanks. I am a big fan of fixing things up and putting them back to use. I really like seeing tools used for what they were meant for. I’m not much for collecting and displays.

[@matthewporter4761]

Wow nice video

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On! 👍✨ Thanks Matthew!

[@thomasbell6462]

Cool cat!

[@Oakydokes]

Beautiful job and thanks for the video. What would you do about a cracked leather handle? Is there any way to preserve it or replace it while retaining a vintage look?

[@beehead5661]

Thanks for the inspiration! I'd think it'd be possible for a locksmith to make a key if the original is missing. No?

[@dfoleykcch]

What is the history on this type of box? What is one worth? I have the exact same box. It’s been in my family for decades. Very cool restoration!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On! 🙌Thanks for watching David! These really hold their value. In good condition a box like this can go between $200 and $300. This three drawer in green is kind of rare. So many of these were made in brown. You have a great treasure 👍

[@AustinRogers1]

I have a three-drawer Kennedy that size except the drawer dividers are a little different and tbe bottom drawer is a little more shallow. I now plan to restore it as you did this one. Too bad my orriginal latch was replaced with a hasp.

[@mech0p]

I know this is an older video but i just inherited an old kennedy toolbox 5 or 6 drawer. But im curious if you know how to repair a bent slide on one. It no longer allows the drawer to be pushed fully back

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Oh I see! Yes, I’d pull out the slide and hammer or twist it back into shape. Hopefully it’s not too bad and that can be done! Maybe you have it nice a straight by now?! 🙌☀️

[@tyburhoe]

Wow, I can't wait to get that beautiful box to put my tools in... it is funny, because I didn't expect you to do anything to that box when I bought it from you. I owe you some more music to even up the score! Thanks Jon-san... great videos as always.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On Ty! 💥🚀 I’m excited for you to have this box in your shop! High up in the Rocky Mountains 🏔✨

[@jwhiteker1]

Was this a model #620? I'm restoring a green one. I was wondering if those two bars inside the lid looked like factory? And also, the draw dividers? Mine had neither.

[@jmcc685]

The next guy to restore the box will loathe your use of Super 77. I suggest using hide glue like Gerstner so the felt can be easily removed with hot water.

[@georgenemeth4837]

Did you paint? Am I missing something?

[@QuietRiverBear]

Hello. I just picked up a Kennedy Bighorn that looks just like this one, except for the drawer pulls. Do you know if the Bighorn and 620 are the same size? Mine is missing the drop front and since I’m not flipping it, I was considering getting a new front from Kennedy.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right On! 🙌 that’s a nice box! I’m not sure if the bighorn and the 620 are identical? It could be because the Bighorn turned into the 620 at some point. I’m not sure if they made any slight changes. Wish I was more help! Enjoy your box!

[@QuietRiverBear]

@@RightOnJonCrane thank you. It needs a little TLC before it lives on my bench but the price was right with a handful of old tools.

[@rawbacon]

Had no idea Kennedy used anything other than brown, I wonder if there's other colors they have used or just brown and green.

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Right on Raw Bacon ! 🥓 😂 All I can find out is that Kennedy did short runs of different colors long ago. I guess they did red for another company and blue. But all are pretty rare to find.

[@MrPhil1969]

Kennedy contracted with Sears and Montgomery Ward to rebrand their boxes for sale in the respective stores. Some of the Sears Craftsman boxes were mostly the krinkle brown that we are used to but some were painted in the classic hammertone silver. Montgomery Ward's house brand was PowerKraft and those boxes were painted in a hammertone gold. It is my understanding that the green boxes were military supply.

[@julieczygan3712]

Where do you get the rolled felt from. Mostly I see the waffle rubber type.

[@jmccracken491]

Hi Jon , I am in search of a two-drawer bottom set. Got any to sell in brown?

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Hi! I don’t have any for sale at the moment but always keeping my eyes peeled! 👍

[@JasonMontell2501]

How did you straighten the guides?

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Jason, I’ll be doing another Kennedy box shortly and will show how I straighten the guides. I use a large vise 👍🙌

[@JasonMontell2501]

@@RightOnJonCrane my issue is bending the channel on the side of the drawer around the guide rail without it pinching and binding up. How can it be bent where the same radius is kept?

[@rong-man1502]

The problem with the felt and glue could easily be eliminated by simply using rubberized drawer liner.

[@DTB2.0]

Anyone ever told you that you sound a lot like Phil Hartman?

[@RightOnJonCrane]

I’ll take that compliment!! I think he was great!! 🙌🙌🙌

[@DTB2.0]

@@RightOnJonCrane he absolutely was awesome!!

[@malcolmbliss777]

More cat!

[@aresident7745]

well would ya just look at it

[@RightOnJonCrane]

Would ya look at that! Just look at that!