Multitool Belt Grinder TEST, INSTALL, PUNISH...

[@redteamla]

Hey gang - how are you guys splitting your 4x36" belts in half to make them into 2x36" belts? Do you have any pro tips?

[@HouseofChop]

I just buy 2x36” belts. Empire Abrasives has a great selection and if you use code: HOUSEOFCHOP you’ll save 10%. www.empireabrasives.com/2-x-36-inch-sanding-belts/

[@peispudly]

That old Craftsman has some power.👍Nice unit.

[@HouseofChop]

peispudly Yes! That’s a mean little machine. If you can locate one under $100 I’d strongly advise picking it up. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@WorksbySolo]

Oh, now I want one of my own. Unlimited applications I’m sure. Video production is top quality. Can’t get enough HOC!

[@HouseofChop]

Works by Solo Thank you Bernie. You are absolutely right they sell belts from 36grit all the way up to 1200. In addition to that there are full lines of polishing and conditioning belts. Super useful tool. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@tomgray06vids]

Great rehab of that old grinder!

[@HouseofChop]

Graham Everett Thank you Graham. It is a huge upgrade. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@phillipchambers8487]

Great video Philip! Love that you used that classic ol Craftsman for your Multitool build.

[@HouseofChop]

Thank you! Huge fan of the look of that old block grinder and it performs! 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@dirkmanhowitzer2608]

I have that exact same bench grinder. Inherited from my grandad and was looking to do this exact thing. thanks for the video and the tip to mod an extender to make it fit.

[@HouseofChop]

Anthony D'Aloia Thats awesome man! Thank you for watching and taking a moment to leave some feedback. I use the grinder all the time now with the Multitool attached. You’re going to use the heck out of it after you get it hooked up. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@artmetalfab]

Don’t know why I’ve waited so long to get one of these mulitools I’m putting this on the top of my list! Great vid showing the install I was always worried it would be difficult to put on 👌

[@HouseofChop]

Art and Metal Fabrication Glad you enjoyed it. Putting the Multitool on a grinder is super easy. I hear that rumor too and I have no idea where it started. You should pick one up. I’m super impressed with it. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@JustVoss]

Art and Metal Fabrication me too! But I don’t think my bench grinder spins as fast as Phil’s. :/

[@JasonHurst]

I’ve watched this video 3 times and it is clearly my new favorite. Every time you “hitch up your pants” I laugh out loud. Besides being an excellent project, I mean who doesn’t love watching a vintage tool being restored and made better, this video feels the most like your daily stories on instagram. Keep at it sir. 🍦👍

[@HouseofChop]

WorksByaHurst Thank you sir. I had a good time making it. 🙌🏼🙇🏻

[@multitoolproductseurope4948]

Great setup - thanks for sharing your fitting solution!!

[@HouseofChop]

Multitool Products Europe Thank you! Absolutely my pleasure. Sharing is what’s all about and I love a simple solution. 😁

[@systemtim]

the company sells solid spacers for this situation.

[@ajsironworks3937]

Nice video. I have a craftsman block grinder and you’re right it is a nice running grinder. Might have to try this one.

[@HouseofChop]

It makes an awesome little grinder for the money. Fun project too

[@TheFabman77]

Well it’s official, this tool is now on my want list. Excellent video as always Chop.. thanks for doing what you do👊

[@HouseofChop]

Chuck G Thank you Chuck!!!! Greatly appreciate the feedback and support. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@JustVoss]

Great video man, need one of those multitools!

[@HouseofChop]

Justin Voss Thank you man! I’ll tell you I’m blown away by it. That sucker does some work. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@scoobshagg]

Thanks for the video. I've been looking to get one of these for my blacksmith shop, and your video was very informative. I'll be getting one soon

[@HouseofChop]

Tim Cunningham Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave a comment. You’ll be super happy with the Multitool. It’s perfect for a blacksmith shop. I’ve been using the heck out of it since I got it together.

[@WickedMakers]

RETROMOD - That is our new favorite word. :) Can the Multitool be installed on any grinder? We have a low-speed 8" in the shop we use for sharpening but the second wheel isn't getting any use -- wondering if that would be a good add-on. Great video! Keep it up!

[@HouseofChop]

Can’t claim rights to that one. I borrowed it from the automotive community. 😁 For the most part it can be hooked to any grinder 1/2hp or better. Check their website for more details (link in bio)

[@SWFabrication.]

I love my multitool, have it hooked up to a 1hp Jet grinder. Hey Chop, what happened to your video on the 2x48 build you did a while back?

[@HouseofChop]

The multitool is badass! Huge fan of it. The 2x48 video I had to pull down. Ed that was making the kits stopped making them and I was answering endless questions mostly about “where can I buy a kit” something I never had control over. It’s unfortunate Ed stopped supporting them. It was an awesome and very effective conversion.

[@SWFabrication.]

@@HouseofChop It certainly is haha. Ahh man, I didn't know he stopped dealing with the 2x48 plans. But I can understand why you'd pull it. Too bad it really is an awesome and effective kit and with a little ingenuity can be turned into an awesome addition to any shop. I just started building after being on the back burner for a while. Do you still have the video of your review and build? If so could you forward it through DM? Thanks Chop, I appreciate the response.

[@darrellolsen1204]

Quality video Phil 👌that modification you did was genius, you've got another top piece of kit to help you on your builds, keep up the excellent work my good man 💪👊

[@HouseofChop]

Darrell Olsen Thank you Darrell. That Multitool is no joke. Absolutely awesome. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@AmplifyDIY]

Neat adaptation of an old tool to do something new! One question: doesn't a grinder spin too fast to make a good sander? I have an older belt sander, and it works really well cutting through just about anything (metal, wood, etc) but it does not get the metal excessively hot because it does not spin super fast. Judging by some of your shots grinding various bits of metal, it seems like this belt may be moving too fast and you'll wind up cooking things rather than cleanly sanding them. Maybe less pressure would avoid this? But then does it cut as effectively? I'm not knocking the tool - it's a neat idea and your video is outstanding - I'm mostly just curious. Thanks!

[@HouseofChop]

AmplifyDIY That’s what Multitool is all about! It was fun giving this old grinder a second lease on life. No doubt a variable speed grinder would give you more options. Still the single speed is very useful. In the video I was really laying into to show how robust a 1/2hp set up like this can be. I’ve since used it effectively without cooking things 😉

[@drewt3210]

Check out Jason @FireballTools Go Kart Grinder video. It's waaay faster than a regular grinder and eats metal at an incredible rate. In fact it cuts so fast the metal doesn't have time to heat before it's dust. Speed is your friend, not the enemy. Best, @HoneyOnWales

[@untidymaker]

That was amazing! I love refurbishing stuff! I keep looking on craigslist for used tools lol

[@HouseofChop]

Carla Mendoza Thank you Carla. I had a blast making this video. These old tools are the best and anytime you can make them better is a huge win. Multitool adds a load of bang for the buck. Super impressed 😉🙌🏼

[@selfbuilfab]

Phil as long as I’ve followed you on IG, I’m sorry I never jumped over here!!! GREAT content! I’m starting to go down this rabbit hole as well! SUBSCRIBED!!!

[@HouseofChop]

Thank you!!! Seriously appreciate it. 🙌🏼🙇🏻 Please feel free to share and tell others. I’d like to build this up a bit more. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@Makebuildmodify]

Dude! That works great!

[@HouseofChop]

Make Build Modify Absolutely and it has TREMENDOUS bang for the buck. Super happy with the Multitool.

[@HouseofChop]

Make Build Modify I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave a comment. You know how hard it is to get one of these channels off the ground. The feedback right now it the only fortifier. 🙌🏼🙇🏻

[@Makebuildmodify]

@@HouseofChop I feel ya man. I'm currently busy building homes and have little to no time to create videos. I hope at some point I can justify the shift to full time creator.

[@ricks_got_it]

Great video Phil, those multitool grinders are impressive! 👌👌

[@HouseofChop]

ricks_got_it Thank you Rick. It’s an absolute beast! I jammed rebar into it and couldn’t slow it down. Hands down the Multitool wins best bang for the buck in the belt grinder category. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@thenetwerx]

Nice video Phil! Glad I watched in case I end up getting the same grinder and it needing the stand-off.

[@HouseofChop]

Tim Trombley I glad you watched it to Tim! I’m glad you found it useful. 🔥👍🏼🔥 Thank you for the Sub 🙌🏼🙇🏻

[@footesfab6866]

Absolutely love both of my multitool grinders. Of course it all varies on what grinder you have to what you have to do to get it adapted. Bolted right onto my baldor. I was like you when I started to assemble on my craftsman and was like Houston we got a problem. Great solution for the use of tools you have. How are you enjoying the Eastwood blast cabinet??? Great video

[@HouseofChop]

I'm super impressed with the Multitool, just awesome! I'm delighted to hear you have had similar experience. I wanted to show how easy and inexpensively the modification could be made to adapt it to the Craftsman Block grinder. So many of those are still out there kicking around collecting dust when they could be used. Why let a good piece of hardware go to waste when it could be doing serious work on the cheap. Thank you for watching and taking a moment to leave a comment Chris. I always appreciate your support. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@HouseofChop]

I almost forgot! That Eastwood blast Cabinet has been outstanding. They really got it right with the updated design. Its been saving me a load of time in the shop with far better outcomes.

[@markengineeringSA]

Awesome video 👏👏, what a transformation ,will definitely take the hardship out of the daily grind 😁

[@HouseofChop]

Mark's engineering Hahahaha! If the daily grind is pleasurable, is it still a daily grind? 🤣🙌🏼

[@markengineeringSA]

@@HouseofChop🤔 maybe a polish 😅👊👊👍

[@HouseofChop]

Mark's engineering Hahahaha

[@2006sxr]

You the man Chop. Nice video! 🐝)))))

[@HouseofChop]

Cecil Samora Thank you Cecil 🙌🏼🙇🏻

[@baldwin9281]

Old vid but hey amigo - Do you think it would be better with a variable speed bench grinder for fine control on blades etc? Fine as is? (Love the block btw - mine is a 1961 1/3hp on original stand and it punches way above its weight)

[@HouseofChop]

Thank you. Absolutely! A variable speed unit would make it way more functional. My intention is to move it over to a unit that’s variable speed with a bit more punch.

[@baldwin9281]

@@HouseofChop yeah figured. A low speed high torque grinder like one of the 1750rpm dudes might work as well. Drive wheel is 5.5” I think - so that gives about 2520 sfpm which is not bad. If I’m right I think the low bucks variable speed grinders lose power with low rpm? Just about mad enough at my current setups to find the money 😂

[@HouseofChop]

@@baldwin9281 yeah the inexpensive ones won’t get the job done. Unfortunately the ones that will work, like you said, cost a few bucks.

[@baldwin9281]

@@HouseofChop … At which point you start tickling the lower end of the 2 x 72 market

[@lyntonr6188]

great work dude 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@HouseofChop]

Lynton R Thank you Lynton. It’s a shop beast. You guys weren’t joking. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@ChrisWojnarski]

Great video you the man chop 🍻🔥🔥🔥

[@HouseofChop]

Chris Wojnarski Thank you Chris! 🙌🏼🙇🏻

[@robertmunguia250]

Why did it stay at an angle? Should be leveled?

[@tjs_welding_and_fabrication]

I have had one over 10 years. Hint. You can get belts at mcmaster too.

[@HouseofChop]

TJS Welding and Fabrication Thank you for the heads up! I’ll check them out. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@davidholmes3776]

Might be a stupid question but... Is it possible to install the multitool to the left side of the grinder or does it have to be the right side?

[@HouseofChop]

David Holmes It’s designed to be mounted to the right side. I have seen people easily mod it to sit to the left with some minor compromises.

[@matthewrentz3427]

Can this run on either side?

[@GTL77]

Nice video 👊🏽 and I’m really thinking about getting one of them grinders to help out my ole dilapidated grinder lol

[@HouseofChop]

glenn lickers Definitely gave this 1975 machine a new lease on life. What was occasionally useful in the shop just turned into something that will be used all the time. 🔥👍🏼🔥

[@rastenger]

Can this be mounted vertically? Thanks.

[@HouseofChop]

Yes! Many people flip them to the other side and mount them vertically.

[@rastenger]

I appreciate the quick reply. Great video. Thanks.@@HouseofChop

[@HouseofChop]

@@rastenger Appreciate that. Thank you!

[@thomasjones-yc8lf]

I know it says 1/2 HP but how many amps does that baby draw? Just got the DeWalt 756 - says 1/2HP/4A but it really only draws ~2.8A. Of course, I haven't tried to dead stop it yet.

[@HouseofChop]

I’d have to look at it but it’s straight out of the 70s and runs like it. The machine is an animal. I tried hard to stop it... couldn’t and when it catches something it’s high noon in the HoC. It can hurl some material!

[@savagebladestx]

What hp is the grinder?

[@HouseofChop]

1/2hp

[@drewt3210]

Anyone else choking on the price of the attachment for what it is? Seems we could make it far cheaper and not too much time. Best, @HoneOnWales

[@d.k.1394]

Aussie invention