1924 Gas Heater Restoration - A Unique Piece

[@chrispy3866]

4 days of work for the heating elements?! Good lord! Incredible dedication and perseverance!! Gorgeous work!

[@ytwos1]

That was so much work, especially without specialized machinery. But it did turn out beautifull!

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

Thanks, it was worth it 😅👍

[@abie1308]

@@OldThingsNeverDie- Wow 4 days of hard work! I would have sent the design to be laser cut or cut with a water jet.

[@homersimpson5280]

Four days of work for the coils! I can almost guarantee you did two a day and you had to push yourself for each of them, which turned out amazing!

[@TacComControl]

If it were me, I would have spent three weeks designing a jig to bend the new heating elements for me to save time XD

[@regularperson9965]

That's adorable. The 1920s had so much craftsmanship. Beautiful restoration too!!!

[@baroque214]

日本人です。 遠く離れた国で「光明」という言葉が本当に光を放っていて驚きました。 これからのご活躍をお祈りします。

[@ModelsExInferis]

Stumped me that it was "Mio" and not "Myo". The joys of romaji! 😂

[@MrEdennnn]

I’m beyond impressed at your ability to make intricate parts from scratch!!!!!

[@RestorationVideo]

It is so enjoyable to watch a skilled artisan fix something like this. And he has all the needed tools too which helps. Thank you for this great video.

[@marchills4131]

One of life's underrated pleasures is sitting down with a cup of coffee and watching one of your superb restoration videos. This one was especially satisfying. When you revealed early on that the heating elements were not salvageable, I was particularly interested in how you were going to fabricate new ones. Talk about a labor of love! And throughout the video I was hoping against hope that you might restore it to functional condition and actually show it in operation. You did not disappoint - thank you!

[@mr.badluck354]

When I figured out how you were going to refit those heating elements, I instantly had a headache. Your patient is out of this world. Great job.

[@damonturnbull5903]

True dedication to a craft.

[@rwv3n]

The end where you lit all those brand new stainless steel rods that you made…WOW! What a beautiful heater! Your work is outstanding! so precise and patient!

[@filippofior3722]

I am speachless! What a great job! Amazing what you did on the stainless diffusers!

[@brunobrauer6301]

Indeed. I was under the impression he would do one by hand to test and the rest on a CNC.

[@stuartcraigon2003]

I actually thought they were ceramic and to begin with I thought the small sheet was going to replace everything as a more efficient version. Then it was bent round the stick and I realised what was happening! 👏

[@livefastdieyoung8703]

I am also speechless 🤯🤯🤯

[@kaideng2571]

Wow! Strong work!

[@marionmefford158]

The way you made the diffusers was genius best restoration video I have seen in a while.

[@randyporter3491]

I've restored 1800's fire alarm boxes and bells for years. The mechanisms are basically brass telegraphs with watch-like workings. Very complex to restore. However, this commitment to the stainless flame-trap burners is another level lol! Great work, thanks for sharing !

[@alfieqa]

Vous avez refait tous ces diffuseurs à la main!! 😲Chapeau! Ça, c'est du boulot!

[@k.givens788]

This is one of the best restoration videos I’ve watched. Your attention to detail is noteworthy. Well done sir!

[@gouldthorp]

Your attention to every detail is mesmerizing and the finished product reflects your efforts. Well done, sir. I am in awe.

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

Thank you 😉

[@manderson147]

Except for the fact that powder coat is essentially plastic that will melt when heated. It’s super unfortunate the essence of the piece is destroyed to make it pretty

[@pewmcgrew5226]

@@manderson147 ok karen

[@robertmyers5993]

I once heard "the tools make the man, but a man who knows how to use those tools is invaluable"... I would say in your case sir, you are priceless! This was a delightful restoration to witness! The nickel plating, the sandblasting, the powdercoating, the excellent fabricating thank you so much for sharing!

[@garrettdemoss9465]

I absolutely love the old ornate castings that stuff like this had. So much more character then what we have nowadays...

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

True, I love it too 😀

[@escapetherace1943]

only disposable trash so you buy more in 2023

[@AlexOvechkinSucks]

@@escapetherace1943 that’s partially by design. Things need to be somewhat cost effective and easy to ship like Ikea furniture. The market usually allows for all kinds of varying degrees of quality vs quantity items. But people will still bitch about it all day long. If it’s not chintzy cheap crap, then it’s way too expensive. Waaaah! Develop some premium consumer goods and see how far you get…

[@escapetherace1943]

@@AlexOvechkinSucks idk tooling companies do alright that sell good premium products

[@rhondathompson6942]

@@escapetherace1943 yup

[@randomposts5642]

I don’t normally leave comments, but this was an outstanding job! The work on those heating elements was amazing! Congrats!

[@JON2006_spb]

Крутой дизайн обогревателя и форсунок. Отличная реставрация!

[@stephenjones345]

What an excellent restoration, I sometimes get bored watching resto jobs but this one kept my attention all the way. The manufacturer of the heating elements, although technology aided, showed a great skill level. I would be proud to own a little gas heater like this one. Well done.

[@Rankoldbeast_UK]

I've watched hundreds of resto videos and this is the first one I've seen where someone shows disposing of their chemicals responsibly

[@brenomah]

Did he though!?

[@robnutile4338]

@@brenomah no he most certainly didn’t. He just said it.

[@brenomah]

@@robnutile4338 exactly.

[@capers72424]

@@brenomah why would he need to say it if he didn’t? It isn’t like anybody else’s videos even mention the idea, so he isn’t trying to keep up with anybody else.

[@brenomah]

@@capers72424 I know. I'm being purposefully awkward.

[@brentsaner]

Great work! Just a quick note- looks like you used plumber's PTFE tape on the gas jet. For future products using gas fuel, I recommend you use the gas-rated PTFE. It's typically pale yellow in a yellow spool instead of white tape in a blue spool. It's rated for higher temperatures (and is a little thicker) so won't break down if that gas jet pipe heats up.

[@123dweaver]

Yeah I cringed when I saw that. All that work and they put plumbers tape on the end?

[@MrWolfSnack]

Imagine the fire brigade being called to a suspicious death or house explosion and they find a century old gas heater as the culprit.

[@MrWolfSnack]

He also did not grease the carrot valve. The grease acts as a seal to keep the gas inside the valve. This is why they bind up or leak. They must be greased yearly.

[@rogierius]

​​@@123dweaverhold your horses. In Europe gas teflon tape is white. The packaging may be yellow, but the tape will still be white.

[@MudDuckGames]

some gas tape is pink even

[@CoolRestorations]

You do incredible work, I really like you board game restorations! So much details in your projects, keep it up 👍⚒

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

Thank you very much 😀😘👍

[@Gadget-t3b]

What a shame we don't make things as beautiful as that today ...... well done for bringing it back

[@tyn999]

You made new diffusers one by one... that was impressive! Excellent restoration! The heater is gorgeous!

[@frenchfriar]

What a beautiful little heater! It looks to be very efficiently designed, as well. I can't help but wonder how well it put out heat. I can certainly imagine keeping a pot of hot water on top for tea. Such wonderful dedication to it's painstaking restoration, too. I feel it's likely to look even better than when it was brand new.

[@Swagzterz]

The amount of talent this guy has is astonishing!

[@brittanylawless680]

the dedication to those heating elements is insane

[@brittanylawless680]

a good insane!

[@Fips_und_Prost]

Wunderschön! Es ist jedes Mal ein Fest Ihnen bei der Arbeit zuzusehen und die Resultate zu bewundern. Als Sie begonnen haben den ersten der 8 Kamine anzufertigen dachte ich noch er wird doch nicht alle selber herstellen... Aber doch! Wirklich wundervolle Arbeit!

[@muddyfences5559]

That restoration was amazing. I would run that heater all winter long just to admire your craftsmanship.

[@ProctorsGamble]

Those heating elements 😅 That was an incredible amount of work and they turned out better than new! Beautiful.

[@jimwalker5412]

That Sir, is an absolutely brilliant restoration, well done

[@victoriademaio3259]

no cabe duda que las cosas de antes tenían espíritu, por eso eran ejemplo de arte, estaban hechas con pasión y dedicación, tal como tu restauración...felicitaciones y saludos desde Argentina!

[@SandraWeierman]

Magnificent restauration! Looks so beautiful. I love old things like that. They sure don't make things like they used to.

[@Hooftimmer]

What a glorious finish, and I was holding my breath when the little heat conductors crumbled in your hand. Fantastic work!

[@NTRprojects]

Fantastic work my friend!!! So much work put into this projects once again 🎉

[@chrisosti]

You sir, are a genius, an artist, and a true gift to humanity! I have always prided myself on my ability to repair just about anything, especially restoring antiques. I salute you on bended knee.

[@SREDISKRAD]

The work put into those elements was worth it when the flames were lit. That was gorgeous!

[@maxbuzmakov216]

Such a beautiful heater 🤩 One of the best restoration videos I had ever seen 👏🏼

[@LJB103]

Beautiful. The design of these older items was amazing.

[@cath3638]

Your restorations awe me - so meticulous and unhurried, and all your equipment so exquisitely clean! A pleasure to watch.

[@michelecrown2426]

Beautiful restoration. I can't imagine making all those heat coils. Great accomplishment!

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

Thanks Michele 👌😉

[@dr.sawdust4278]

There are allot restorers on youtube who fake/pretend or do not have skill. But you are one of the few who really does a great job! Not only going for the end result, but also knows how to apply sertain techniques and is responsible with it as well! Well done indeed👍

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

Thank you very much 😉👍

[@suetaylor4314]

You are MY kind of man. A talented engineer with precision and care. I hope you continue to restore things and stop the waste on this planet. Lots of love from an Old Lady.

[@curtismarean6963]

Very well done! I love to see these old items brought back to life! A piece of the past right in front of you! thanks for a great video!

[@BLACKPOLO14]

This man is incredible! The patience, the knowledge, the absolute craftsmanship is amazing. I always enjoy watching his videos, they are so well done and interesting.

[@dinacaldwell7522]

I don’t know which is more impressive, the craftsmanship or the patience to perform the craft.

[@StedyMarconi]

The dedication and care you give to each piece is simply amazing! My favorite restoration channel, for sure!

[@randomname4726]

I knew the diffusers would be both impressive and time consuming. Nice job!

[@leraprimavera9676]

C’est tellement du beau travail j’ai envie de pleurer 😭 je m’amuse à restaurer des petits trucs qui ne demandent rien que du nettoyage / reassemblage alors voir ce genre de pièces littéralement renaître … c’est juste WOW

[@killer1479]

by todays standards, that looks dangerous as hell, but to me, it looks...oddly soothing....would make for some great photography in a dark room...great job, friend :D

[@sithyarael6807]

Hell you should have seen what we had for a bathroom heater at my grandparents cabin in Ruidoso NM growing up. I think they banned them back in late 80's cause of fire risk yet damn things would heat up the bathroom quick. Gas and you lit it with a match. Better light the match before you hit the gas knob else you might lose some eyebrows. Don't ask how I know that one.

[@Death_bot666]

@@sithyarael6807 и что это было? Вы так и не написали.

[@sithyarael6807]

@@Death_bot666 English please. No clue hat you said. Only enrish works.

[@Death_bot666]

@@sithyarael6807 use translate button… 21th century…

[@sithyarael6807]

@@Death_bot666 Why? This entire conversation is English why should I have to hit a button when he could have typed in English to begin with.

[@martinavrdoljak6030]

Best ever Restauration video ever. No music but the actual sound of work. No talking. Every step shown equally way. Damn I'll give you 12 out of 10. Me who have workshop know only sand blastering device is expensive as hell, knowing only the best artist would make such an vid.

[@Nikela969]

Отличная работа! Так все с любовью восстановлено! Аплодисменты!🙌👍💐

[@JohnnySilverhand-q1b]

Genialna renowacja!!! Jesteś prawdziwym mistrzem ratowania starych rzeczy!!! Gratuluje talentu i poświęcenia!!! Super film :)

[@horizonrock]

You're out of this world! Amazing restoration. You've got a new subscriber.

[@Андрей-е7ж8х]

Парень, ты очень крут!!! Одно из лучших реставраций которые я видел. Снимаю шляпу. 🔥👍🤝

[@Fetecheney]

One reason we subscribed is because you showed the powder coating melting in the oven. It’s one of me and my daughters favorite things to watch. Thank you!!

[@manecobeirao]

Espetacular !!! Parabéns pela excelente restauração. < Brazil >

[@brianvalley5223]

I love hearing those pieces snapping back together. Nice restoration.

[@MrCydoo]

Excellent travail de restauration et surtout beaucoup de courage pour les éléments radiants ! Le résultat est vraiment superbe, bravo !

[@sharonr1824]

Your attention to detail is amazing. The finished piece was beautiful.

[@Jaqaroo]

That was great! It turned out beautiful, and the flames made it look even better!

[@Syldoriel]

What a gorgeous piece, honestly this might be my favorite restoration video.

[@Valentin_Brds]

Oooh quel bonheur de voir ce genre de restauration ! ✨🔥 Boulot de fou 👏🏻

[@OldThingsNeverDie-]

Merci Valentin. Oui gros boulot dessus mais ça valait le coup 😉👍

[@Srinathji_Das]

Wow! Thanks for rescuing that beautiful piece of history!

[@georgeshelton6281]

Yippee Hooray. Finally, I get to see something old fashioned that comes with an owner's manual.

[@kylokimmybearpotz9297]

Love how you maintain the antique look while using modern restoration tools!! Thanks for sharing this

[@Emily-lk1mf]

Absolutely incredible job!! I love how this turned out, especially those diffusers! Better than new 😊

[@kikichevy]

Excellent travail, tu montres toujours a quel point les objets du quotidien d'antant étaient bien fait mais aussi quel beauté ils avaient.

[@forfoxsake7972]

This is simply amazing! The amount of work you put into these restorations leaves me speechless every time. Fantastic work!

[@Trvis1984]

One of the best restorations I've ever seen

[@lackeyaustin15]

We appreciate your hard work and camera skills. It must of took so long to put everthing together and we appreciate the satisfaction from your art🙏🏽

[@LadyLeigh]

You are so amazing! I would never have thought you could make those heat conductors or whatever they are called. Fantastic job and your attention to detail is phenomenal!🤗🇦🇺

[@mastodont74]

Amazing work, I admire your patience and individual approach to every detail. It's nice to see your professional progress.

[@BonhommeVert.Br.St-Jean]

They sure knew how to blend beauty and efficiency back then. I can just imagine the warm glow of this little gem late in the evening when all was dimmed.

[@sulai6i]

Wow, watching the restoration process of a unique 1924 gas heater was truly fascinating! It's amazing to see how to bring this piece of history back to life. I'm in awe of the attention to detail and the dedication that went into restoring such a special piece. Great job to everyone involved in the restoration process! Thank you from Qatar 🇶🇦 🇶🇦 🇶🇦

[@Alexander77009]

Колоссальный и кропотливый труд! Респект!

[@dimexart]

I have never seen such a piece of art like this! Amazing stuff! Love it so much and your fresh made metal pieces are amazing👍🏻

[@gregjohnson5194]

Fantastically beautiful workmanship, thank you so very much for sharing it with us, i could have watched that heating at the end for 20 minutes it’s so beautiful.

[@daleyurk4369]

Absolutely incredible. Did you use a special heat resistant powder coat? Love your videos!!!

[@pappy451]

man that is entirely cool ! love how you made new elements for it ! this is the kind of thing i would buy to restore . . . if i had your skills !

[@Белочка_Алёна]

Приятно посмотреть на качественную работу!!!

[@syragrippa8769]

Making those elements was some pretty great work! I would have loved to see the glow of the heater with the lights off. Good work!

[@ДмитрийНовиков-э5я]

Великолепная работа 🤝

[@dougidoug]

This is one of the best videos I’ve seen you do. It must have taken a while to find it all. The most impressive thing is the heating elements that you made. Each one neatly fitting into the heater

[@u.e.u.e.]

OMG! What a lot of work! 🤯 Respect and congratulations to this restoration! 😃👍 I'm just not sure if the nickel plating and the powder coating on the heat exposed parts will last. 🤔

[@MrWolfSnack]

If it was heatproof to x-degrees it will, otherwise no it will start blistering and peeling off.

[@laurenpiantino8312]

Absolutely stunning restoration! What a piece of Art! It was like watching poetry in motion.

[@cavalaxis]

I'm curious how well the auto body resin holds up to the heat! This one is stunning. Fantastic work.

[@daltoninman5889]

One of, if not, the best restoration you have done yet

[@TysyTube]

❤

[@sarasara9907]

عمل رائع...ينم عن الذوق الرفيع والحس المرهف في التعامل مع القطع الصغيرة ..تقنية عالية .... عاشت الايادي ..شكرا على الفديو ..تحياتي لكم.. من العراق .

[@DaftMANIA]

that would be 光明 then, however nowadays usually it would be written koumyou or kōmyō. Leaving out the u or using "o" instead of "ō" is just laziness and can lead to misunderstandings, only among the crowd who can actually tell the difference though.

[@johnmccann3964]

This was awesome to watch. Very impressive! Lighting it for the first time must've been quite exciting 🙂

[@masayahakamata1528]

光明

[@jl8217]

This belongs in a design museum. Fabulous work, thank you!

[@DirtyRhythms]

Wow... you are the best Engineer

[@SK-me9by]

Really enjoy watching your skills at work. A beautiful way to show respect and appreciation for craftmanship of someone from the past.

[@JaceD4V1S88]

if you can do those heating elements you can do anything, that was fantastic. phenomenal work!!!

[@robertryden8036]

I have seen different models, but only in old catalogs as the one you showed. Excellent work, sir. I would love to find one of these beauties myself.

[@ronaldmallette]

I guess it would of been too much to hope for that those diffusers were readily available in a catalog! Really solid work!