Crazy Drill Press From the Future! Is the Nova Viking Worth $1000?

[@MakeSomething]

Hey ya'll I fixed the video description. Sorry for the confusion. I blame Dan!

[@mikemulligancopilotdesigns9904]

Make Something dang it dan!

[@williamfitzgerald3485]

I thought we blamed Chuck?

[@TheOmegaman888]

Can I have your old one 😁

[@TheHslade3]

That sh*t just blew my mind. I know it’s spendy, but I can’t believe this tech is available to the consumer market. It’s now on my “one day” tool list. Thanks, man.

[@mikemulligancopilotdesigns9904]

Allen Marshall Jr no

[@StumpyNubs]

I've had the full sized Nova DVR drill press for a little over a year. Love it. Wait until you try tapping threads with it. It periodically auto reverses to clear the metal shavings as it cuts the thread.

[@80211Denver]

One of you should do a video demo of that

[@mikemulligancopilotdesigns9904]

Stumpy Nubs yeah that’s the first thing I thought of. I used to work in a factory making locks for a pickup bed cover and would pump out around 400 a day and had to drill and tap each one only had a 12v drill to do the tapping with. I’m sure I could have made 800 a day with that setup!:)

[@sergiopereira]

Why is the head of this smaller Viking model so much taller than the one in the Voyager (the floor model). Is the Voyager not direct drive? It has higher horsepower.

[@qwerty3663]

@@sergiopereira Integrated vs bolt on motor.

[@davidcl64]

The voyager has a lower speed limit of 150 I believe. Does that impact its usefulness for tapping?

[@AnthonyBowman]

Best part is Cameraman Dan not help David struggle to get the damn thing in the door. Excellent documentarian.

[@TokiNotAB]

omg the amount of happiness in this video! It's like watching a kid on christmas and I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!

[@iancrossley6637]

Funny I find it annoying. Nice drill press though.

[@JesseLavery]

Did NOT see that ending coming. 😂 Loving the return of the lighthearted tone over the last few videos. (My kids still occasionally bust out your old "who's in your house?!?" line.) Good stuff.

[@tylerbourque100]

Was gonna suggest you just drag that thing out into the driveway but that was definitely more time efficient

[@firechicken5]

Thanks for that comment. I almost missed that part

[@fatfuzzypotato6113]

The little triangle thing that you thought was a insert remover is a Morse taper removal tool you put the quill down and there is a slot that you put it in and it will wedge the chuck out

[@felixf5211]

FWIW, it's called a drift.

[@cardboardorigami]

My friend just bought the same one, I got to use this press recently. I love it. Maybe you could make one round plate with a square insert for easy replacement

[@bobbysharp]

I'm sold ordering one right now....after I get some drug money.

[@griffinmakes]

That line killed me lol.

[@bigdogmn73]

You didn't get your drug money in the mail yet?

[@zavoina]

"Why reverse?" "To go backwards." | Loving it.

[@Garganzuul]

Thread tapping also.

[@BenHolmen]

I haven't had this much fun watching a tool unboxing/setup/review video EVER.

[@josephdestaubin7426]

Reverse should fill in the hole when you mistakenly drilled in the wrong place.

[@musicbymark]

RE: INSERTS - suppose you could make ONE round replacement that has a SQUARE opening in ITSELF, allowing you to make square replacements.

[@badbatch974]

Mark Young that’s what I was thinking. Just make a metal insert with a square hole to put sacrificial wood inserts in.

[@rays.5800]

The tool is a drift to get the chuck out and put a morass taper drill in.

[@diymatt]

Because we all need morass in our life.

[@jacksat2252]

Can use it to easy change the keyless with this one ,both should have the same taper.

[@justind8521]

Ray is right. If you extend the quill you'll see it has a slot in it. You insert the tool and give it a tap and the wedge shape will eject the morse taper arbor that holds the chuck. When you get your keyless chuck, get an extra arbor, then you can quickly swap chucks.

[@McFlysGarage]

-chortle- Morass

[@jonahbrame7874]

Pssst it’s Morse

[@homegamerengineer3747]

I love the more light hearted mood. Looks like you are having fun, so I am having fun. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

I never thought I’d have drill press envy. But here I am.

[@curbstalker6577]

YouCanMakeThisToo I thought the same thing

[@wadeb.5509]

Round insert may be for the same reason that man hole covers are round. No fall-ey downy the holey thingy

[@lanceheroatlarge]

Round inserts....simple. I’m sure someone has already commented this idea but here goes. I’m guessing the insert is a standard hole saw size? Make a bridge template out of MDF to fit the hole saw. Size the gap underneath to fit the wood size for your insert (width and thickness). Line up your template with the hole saw (minus the pilot bit) and clamp it down. Slide in your desired insert wood and cut an insert....push and cut another, push and cut, push and cut. Now the Nova is making its own inserts. Just think of the possibilities.... Walnut insert, Red heart, Purple Heart, Zebra Wood....Now you not only have one of the coolest drill presses but also the most stylish. Great video keep them coming.

[@mirceabascuti]

The stop and then reverse is for threading with taps in blind wholes! Awesome feature!

[@LReBe7]

9:16 that wedge is for driving out the Morse taper with which the drill chuck is mated to the quill.

[@karl_alan]

Hmm....I love circular inserts. Been using them on mine for years. Essentially the benefit is if you have the center of the stand off center from the circle, you can continually rotate the insert to get areas that haven't been eaten up yet, making it so you need to change inserts way less often because they are so reusable.

[@alkalinedale]

Gotta stop saying this isn’t a comedy channel. You two having fun adds so much to the videos. Please keep adding it.

[@JkCanvas]

I am so glad you are having fun in the shop again. I now have Drill Press Envy. Looking forward to seeing how you incorporate this into your woodworking builds. LOVE IT MAN

[@GlassImpressions]

I have their floor unit and it is one of the best tools in my shop. PS, reverse for tapping.

[@hypnolobster]

I'm kicking myself for not ordering one like ~3 years ago. They're $600 more now than they used to be.

[@ManCrafting]

Glass Impressions twss

[@Idoall.myownstunts]

Reverse for drilling snapped bolts?

[@GiacoWhatever]

Your enthusiasm is making me buy one right now. I just hope I can get it at this side of the pond!!!

[@GiacoWhatever]

And I’m just 7 min into the vid

[@MakeSomething]

I’m loving the vlog! You’re killing it!

[@GiacoWhatever]

Make Something means a lot from you! 🥰

[@matromik1]

I have to say, showing more of your actual personality in these videos makes them so much more entertaining and fun. Also I dig tool reviews so 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MrAlklein]

I didn’t wanna watch this video for entertainment and fun I just wanted to review I dislike him showing more of his personality

[@johndeaux9987]

Ironically, that's why I gave it a thumbs down....just review the product and stop wasting time is my opinion. If only he was as funny as he thought he was, he'd be onto something.

[@EthanCarterDesigns]

Your excitement in this video is so contagious - I love it! That thing looks amazing!!! Another great edit Dan! Hahaha and that ending!

[@bossmonster3319]

Dude! This was not a woodworking video and I haven't seen a more fun-loving enjoyable video this good in a long time. NAILED IT!

[@DumpsterMarcus]

Dude This video was the best!!!! You guys are too funny!! Love the back and forth talk! The drill press is just wow!! Crazy awesome!!

[@brentfowler2317]

I love the new focus. You and Bob, and Jimmy. You three are what got me into woodworking. I've been at it for about a year now. Well getting a shop set up, and working with wood is a passion of mine. And it's thanks to you three. Keep up the great video. And the great work.

[@MakeSomething]

Right on thanks Brent!!

[@Ssssshhhhh1885]

Without question, you're funniest video ever and prob the funniest youtube video I've seen... . I was in tears... I had to rewind it twice.... love it David. The drill is a beast as well. Very jealous.... lol. 😂😂😂😁😁😁

[@RuudErik]

A quick look through the manual online shows that the USB cable is for firmware updates. I already have a soldering iron with update-able firmware so now I need this too!

[@simonh73]

I'd say it's worth 1k. Looks great. Can you thread holes with a tap and reverse out? Does it have enough torque for that application? I'd probably stick on a Woodpeckers table for woodworking uses and then use the native for table metal-working.

[@michaelkenefick]

9:25 that triangle piece should / could be used to swap drill chuck, usually.

[@kipsimpson2332]

This is one of my favorite videos from you. Seeing you getting excited about this cool tech is contagious. Loved the spontaneo hug.

[@design-ov8td]

I would have never thought I would laugh so hard watching a drill press review!! You are the best!! Thanks for all you do!!!

[@dallastaras]

“This one has 4 1/2 inches ... my other had 3...” *Dan immediately starts laughing* #twss

[@BurninGems]

Size doesn't matter? Lol

[@griffinmakes]

@@BurninGems it's not about the travel distance, it's about how you drill the hole.

[@anthonydtobias]

Ha ha 😂

[@tristonzismer1590]

I believe that tool you used to remove the insert is a Morse taper key to remove the drill mandrel if you wanted to replace or remove it

[@MakeSomething]

Ha! That makes so much more sense! Maybe one day I'll read the instructions. Thanks Triston!

[@bluecollarmoneymatters8246]

"I may make my own fence." (Sounds like he's on the fence about it.)

[@Jonas_Keunecke]

Aaah... thanks.. that was classy

[@sergiopereira]

And that fence is a $80 add-on. It probably works better on the Voyager's table that has parallel slots. The Viking only has the X slots.

[@stevecuthbert8856]

It's a good thing the camera didn't pan down because I swear you had a woodie playing with that cool drill press.

[@teammoon4017]

David, I really enjoyed the video, I could tell you really had fun making it, and it shows.

[@ronswoodturningshopandstuf5759]

I upgraded my Nova 1624 wood lathe with the DVR controller. Whole new world of control and safety. Shuts down if you get a catch and applies more power to be consistent on speed. Love it!!

[@MakeSomething]

looking at getting one of their lathes in the future!

[@johnmunoz8845]

Love your video! Love your new drill press! I get your frustrations with your old drill press. When your under the gun to get things done and you're in the zone. You need your equipment to run and work smoothly period. Thanks for the great info. I am researching for my new drill press. This is very helpful.

[@NWGR]

You had me giggling the entire video lol Priceless ending! XD I thought I was happy with my faithful ridgid drill press. I *thought* I was... This one is going on my short list. As much as I use my drill press, the features this one offers would improve my work efficiency by a ton.

[@IamMatthewHarrison]

What is the overall height of this drill press? From the top of the motor to the base. Cant find it anywhere.

[@ahmedagbabiaka]

Keyless Chuck Function: hold the On button for 3 seconds to enable Power Spindle Hold mode. The motor will turn on to 8% power which will allow you to hand tighten a keyless chuck.

[@MakeSomething]

Thanks!! One of these days I'm going to open the manual!

[@NBCRGraphicDesign]

Left hand drill bits: GREAT for drilling out broken-off bolts! Must be done using reverse. Insert: I use my 3D printer to make my bandsaw throatplates. Use a bright color filament to remind the operator about the safety zone. Nice review!

[@MakeSomething]

Great tip!!!

[@milangrujovic]

The round insert is probably there because you can easily make a replacement right there on the drill press itself.

[@kenwillis7934]

It looked like you could make a table for the press with t-tracks to use the fence that came with it

[@peterpocock9062]

Since I swapped my bench drill for a pedestal drill, I've sort of missed the bench one! Now your Nova is ripper. Finally, someone has redefined and revolutionised the bench drill. I love the large diameter column and the beefy quill. But the direct drive and variable speed. Some sort of heaven. Excellent. I'm going to get one?

[@riverbuilder2251]

check out the Bosch PBD40

[@scottsh21]

Really fun video. Enjoyed it very much. Plus great break down of the DP for an initial use.

[@EcoMouseChannel]

I have the Nova Voyager, it's totally worth the money. However, I had a few manufacturer defects with mine, I was able to get a replacement part no problem from Teknatool. I filled my drill press column with molten lead... super rigid and dense now!

[@jhalleck]

Hate to ask how much that weighs now!

[@EcoMouseChannel]

@@jhalleck It takes 150lbs to fill a drill press column. I paid 25¢ per pound at the scrap yard for mostly fishing weights, and home made muffin tin billets. I melted down in one of those re-loading melting pots that pours off the bottom.

[@MaxMakerChannel]

I don’t think I would use those features very often. Maybe this is a good investment for people that make a lot of blind holes. I was always good to drill by feeling or using the standard depth stop.

[@jmakes3745]

Loving your last few videos David! Such a positive energy, and the little comments and joke can't help but make me burst out laughing!

[@timholiner381]

I have a really big desire for that drill press. I have a Powermatic with variable speed but this is much cooler. Can't justify replacing the similarly expensive Powermatic. Maybe I can sell it for enough to justify it. I have a Nova Galaxy DVR lathe with a similar (maybe the same) motor and variable speed setup. I love it. I was wondering if you make your own wood table if you could adapt that nice fence to run in the t-track by replacing the bolts or custom cut parallel grooved in the table to take the existing bolts? I think that's what I would do.

[@sk8rgui]

That metal bar at 10mins looks like a wedge to remove the quill. I could be wrong though

[@marknylund1808]

Love the video. I’m getting one for my shop, but I need to wait almost 5 months for delivery.

[@richdbolduc]

Glad you like it Dave!! That fence is actually for the Voyager floor model that had a slightly different table.... I'll see if I can get them to change the table on the Viking though. ;)

[@MakeSomething]

Ahhh, right on. Thanks Rich!!

[@andybrook-dobson726]

So a couple of questions: 1) how did your electric motor upgrade to the electronic drill press lower / raise mod go some time ago (changing from the Dewalt drill to the 90deg motor)? I couldn't find a follow up. 2) have you made a similar modification to your Viking? If not, why not? If so, any pictures / video?

[@jeffmarks3218]

Dave, I just got one this week. Love it too. I did notice that the back adjustable LED light underneath does not light up. The 2 front LEDs work though. Does your adjustable LED back by post light up?

[@dmcwoodworx2968]

I think that the top right Yellow Button will fix the problem, after a couple of presses to go through it's options. This worked for me.

[@davidbierhaus1394]

You guys are knocking out of the park with these last couple videos! Incredible work!

[@ZMAC441]

Having Dan edit videos might be one of the best decisions ever! Love your videos and now I am literally laughing out loud while watching. The candidness his style brings adds a whole new level. I am pumped to see how the channel changes and progresses and love the direction you’re taking it as well as doing what makes you happy, it is defiantly showing through with how optimistic you are.

[@ausgra17]

Great video, full disclosure, honest and FUN!

[@davetrack2950]

The camera work, editing, and music on this video are top notch. That was a sensual unboxing.

[@michaelbrown3423]

can you do a video on replacing with keyless chuck and the product you replace it with. tks

[@sparkyprojects]

Reverse is for undrilling holes or course :P Alternately if it has the power, tapping, or unscrewing Not sure i like the autoreverse for drilling, i prefer to retract a drill as it spins in the same direction to clear the hole

[@StumpyNubs]

The auto reverse is to stop the boring action before more material is removed.

[@DaveJHarry]

@@StumpyNubs There's no boring action here. We're having FUN.

[@MrExamplename]

I'm quite sure the auto reverse function can be disabled.

[@alexmaggiacs7235]

Camera Dan's Editing > Dave's editing. Fight me *Laughs* Great content as always! Love that the lighthearted tone has come back to your videos.

[@sergiopereira]

Love your channel David. Please never stop.

[@johnhanson974]

"My current drill press is too big." Said only one person... ever! That Nova is sweet though!

[@crisvega7588]

Really enjoyed this format, this kinds vlog style really let your personality shine even more and awesome to see Dan having fun.

[@alexclark6777]

I don't know how this is possible but your videos are getting even funnier.

[@WhatDennisDoes]

Dude this is hilarious, I love it! Guess you gotta go back to a chuck key with that reverse drive tho.

[@zavoina]

I like the round sacrificial table as it rotates in smaller increments and lasts longer. It's a trade off with an easier to make square. And they didn't call it a portable drill press, did they. And goodness that is quiet.

[@mikechadwick2785]

Dan!! I hope you see this friend. I love your editing. It might get repetitive in the future but right now it is hilariously refreshing. Keep it up!

[@chadstoudt2580]

Love the new style of video. Keep it up man! The ending was the best part hahaha.

[@SCWD_US]

The reverse feature is also for taping holes for metric or imperial threads.

[@YRNUT]

Great Video! Love your antics.. keep up the great content. BTW, the little wedge shaped tool is to change out your chuck... but you probably already know that. AJ

[@thomaslindroos1667]

Hey David, the metal thing you lifted the round table thing with looks like a tool that you remove the chuck taper with. I bet you already knew this considering you changed the chuck on your old drillpress but just in case you dont. When you fully extend the drill press there is a small slotted hole where you can see the end of the taper and thats where you put that metal triangular piece and give it a whack with a hammer.

[@jantoniosk]

For the shavings bin you could make an U shaped bin that wraps around the column and has some sort of French cleat on the endings to attach to the wall, or a support, behind it.

[@jantoniosk]

Actually, just a crazy thought. You could make it in such a way that the colecting channel of the U shaped train has a folding out cover. So that when you fold the cover open it swings about 160/170 degrees out, increasing the surface area to catch the savings. Then you pipe in your dust colection on both ends of the U on the back. So now AFTER you have done all you mess you just close the folding wings to close the dust coleting channel and then you fire up the dust colector. I figure that if the tray is just the right depht you should have enought airflow to suck the shavings out. Does that make any sense?

[@FrancescoBoccia-z9c]

Hi, congratulations for the video. do you recommend this drill?

[@sgsax]

Dude, this one absolutely slayed me. Brilliant information and that is a beautiful Cadillac of a drill press, but the entertainment value is through the roof. And can we just take a moment to appreciate the footage at 11:55? Thanks for sharing!

[@groobus]

It's not often you get the little kid excitement giggles as an adult. Worth every penny just for that.

[@chevroletdieselnation]

i think that triangle piece that you thought was to remove the insert is for the quill, to remove the drill chuck 10:00

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome video David! 😃👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻 .. Super cool new drill press, seems like all of those features would be really useful for tapping as well!

[@RadDadisRad]

I have that same JET, I modified mine extensively. I switched out the motor for a 2hp Baldor gold drive rated motor. Installed a single phase VFD with adjustable accel and deccel ramps along with being able to control the speed via frequency. I also drilled the spindle and installed a whirly handle.

[@RadDadisRad]

I also only paid $25 for it at a garage sale and as an automation and controls electrician I was able to do all this work myself.

[@Marcus_Caius]

The triangle tool is to remove the chuck from the quill. You bring down the quill and you will see a slot where you push in the tool.

[@francoisfouche2568]

The wedge shaped tool is inserted in the quill to release the morse taper shaft attached to the chuck.

[@lunacyworks]

Package was shipped and arrive with a busted selector switch. Company says they don't have a replacement PCB board. I know these selection/pot switches are less than $10. Anyway to get a replacement that can be used to replaced the OEM unit?

[@mattmaloney5626]

Great video once again, rockin the authentic change up and Dan edits. My eight year daughter Olivia loves watching your videos with me. She said today, "he's funny. I think he refuses to grow up! He should built a penny floor in the floating head corner." So, challenge accepted?

[@Ajicles]

That reversing function you see while it gets to that depth is for power tapping. When you get to the depth you need for blind holes it reverses automatically..

[@Ajicles]

or to prevent the flutes from cutting when max depth is reached.

[@claytonfulmer6504]

You could 3D print a circular insert that has a cutout for square plywood insert. aka... an insert for an insert.

[@whirled_peas]

Ha

[@Billrovid]

The reverse works great for tapping. I’m liking this thing a lot. Id put that back in your metal shop

[@LordPhobos6502]

Reverse is sometimes useful for countersinking, but also tapping reverse threads if you wanna powerfeed tapping threads.

[@daviddragan610]

SAND IN THE PLACE WHERE YOU LIVE NEEDS TO COME BACK

[@LarsSveen]

He needs something similar for drilling now though.

[@daviddragan610]

@@LarsSveen DAVID I HOPE YOU CAN SEE THIS PLEASE EVERYTIME YOU DRILL JUST PLAY THE EARAPE MEME SEX NOISE

[@even7steven]

Soo damn catchy....

[@coburninator]

Fun vid and helpful vid. Seems like the new video formula is working out great.

[@skewedmaker]

Most entertaining unboxing video I've seen in some time. Your genuine sense of awe at discovering the drill slowing down and reversing was like a kid opening a new toy on Christmas day...though I hope you didn't get caught watering the tree like that

[@JeremiahL]

I like the how you guys are joking around in your recent videos! I read a post somewhere where you were saying that you cut all of the jokes out because you want to come off as serious... I definability like the humor...

[@KRWoodworks]

That wedge thingy is to knock out the mores taper....but I'm someone else already said the same thig

[@1987gnXtreme]

You didn't mention anything about the light and laser. Did you have any issue with it? I bought this drill press about a month ago and when I turned it on, the lasers were no where near where they should be. I tried adjusting them and they stopped working. Had to e-mail Nova about it and they ended up sending me 2 replacement lasers free of charge. I replaced them and got the new ones working with a little modification. Seems like when they build the drill press, they hot glue the lasers in place and makes it almost impossible to adjust. But I got it going and that's all that maters. You can also change how the drill reacts when it reaches your depth you set. You can leave it in the default mode where it reverses or you can have it just stop and not revers or you can have it just keep turning normally. Great features once you get the hang of it. The owners manual needs some work to make it easier to understand, but it's a start. So far so good. I just subscribed cause I loved the video.

[@MakeSomething]

Thanks! i did not have any issues with he laser. I did have to adjust them a bit.

[@1987gnXtreme]

@@MakeSomething maybe they changed the laser set up and not hot glued them in place. I think my drill press was manufactured before yours was. When I turned mine on it said DP16 as yours was DP19. That is the user interface version. That is what the USB cable is for. I had to download software and update my unit to DP19. And that usb cable is NOT a standard cable. One side is longer than the other and the long side has to be plugged into the drill. It won't work the other way around. Looking forward to watching more...love the humor.

[@FoX84tac022]

Don't know if anyone has already explained it, but to my understanding, left handed drill-bits are useful for removing snapped bolt-heads. There's also down-cut bits that leave a cleaner entry cut, but, I'm not certain they're left hand or both.

[@Civiliwoodworks]

You have got to be my favorite woodworker. Keep doing you bud’

[@Warshipmodelsunderway]

One of the great joys in life for folks like us is unboxing and setting up a new tool. Congratulations! For your old drill press, do a search for "quill stop". They have them for mills and such, but you will also find videos on how to make. Great first machining projects for your metal shop. You can also make simple spacers in one, two and three inch lengths to quickly adjust; these can be aluminum rod with a channel just larger than the thread of your depth stop machined in. I was going to suggest if didn't make a new table, those round inserts would be very easy to 3D print. Have fund with it!