Restoration of INSANELY Rusty wrench 🔧Unbelievable Outcome

Perfect Restoration of a rusty, old Bahco adjustable wrench. (Made in Sweden)
This is the first Bahco tool I have owned, and it made for a challenging restoration. This is a very unique adjustable wrench, as one end is an Alligator wrench. It also has the word "Volvo" on one side, so maybe it was part of a car tool kit many years ago.
I started this tool restoration by soaking the wrench in rust remover for about a day. This made the rust much easier to remove with a wire brush, and some of the rust simply dissolved while soaking.
The most challenging part of this restoration was by far the seized jaws and associated parts. Even after a long soak with a little bit of wd-40, the pin that holds the thumb screw did not want to come loose. The head of the screw was almost stripped, so I had to be very careful to not apply too much pressure. Stripping the screw head would be a disaster, as I would then have to drill out the pin.
Eventually I had to resort to using a torch, and even that did not work like magic. My patience paid off and I was able to remove the screw with heat, penetrating oil, and by working the screw back and forth.
Later in the restoration, I repaired the damaged pin and cut a new screw driver slot.
Once the Bahco adjustable wrench was cleaned and fully disassembled, I moved on to mirror polishing the jaws and alligator end. I wanted a true mirror finish, so this required massive amounts of time and sanding to achieve. I would estimate it took around 6 hours to perfect the polishing, and it still could be a little better. The metal seemed quite hard compared to other steels I have polished.
During this restoration, I noticed there was a spring missing missing under the thumb screw. I made a new one from a spare steel spring I had.
During the final assembly, I had to lubricate all of the moving parts, and apply loctite to the pin, as I don't like to peen the metal over to hold the pin in.
I tried to do a bit more of an ASMR restoration with this one, and was very careful with audio levels, and of course no talking. Let me know if you like it.
I would greatly appreciate it if you subscribe and let me know what you think of the video in the comments section below. I love restoring things, and getting continued support will allow me to spend more time on making restoration videos.
The restoration process:
00:22 Beginning rust removal
01:10 Cleaning remaining rust
01:32 Removing seized pin
03:06 Fixing stuck jaws
03:37 Final cleaning
04:05 Removing rough edges with file
04:29 Making the lettering bold
04:58 Sanding the wrench
06:14 Mirror polishing
07:35 Fixing the damaged pin
08:05 Making a new spring
08:38 Final assembly

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What kind of chemicals do you use to make it so rusty ?

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[@1968krug]

I’ve inherited Dad’s workshop that is full of tools that need restoration. This will be a process that will take me some years. Dad’s tools are very precious to me. Dad used these tools to build the family home and build the lives of all three children. I have found your videos very inspirational. I look forward to paying homage by restoring Dad’s tools. It will be very satisfying and offer much time for quiet reflection. Thank you.

[@rogerwredford]

In this world of throwaway everything, I salute this sentiment... and more power to Satisfying Restorations for leading you down this path.

[@michaelsavage6845]

Good on you! I have been doing the same, and I too hate this throwaway society.

[@kennethsamson1759]

Using a bench wire brush will do 95% of the for you in no time. Dont wast time with penatrant chemicals til the very end of repair.

[@bwilliams77ful]

Thank you for sharing and you'll do him proud!

[@youknoweverything7643]

The best two tools that will do 90 percent of the work is a bench grinder with both grits of buffing pads and courser buffing one and a finer polish one. And then a grinder with wire wheel and flapper disk. Flapper disk for any burs or rough spots then wire wheel for rust don't waste time with chemicals cause all those don't get all the rust off and your still gonna need a wore wheel use those at the end to remove the microscopic particles of rust that you can't see. And also files and lost of sand paper lol have fun and enjoy it's relaxing restoring stuff yo can reflect and just have peacefulness for a few hours a week to your self and doing your dad's tools will bring back all those wonderful memories you shared with him with those tools

[@103erik]

I paid several thousand dollars for an old "crocodile" wrench just like that one, but it came with a 1966 Volvo Amazon as a bonus. Nice video!

[@barrybarry5305]

Never seen a tool brought back to this degree! Wow!

[@gpt5002]

Have to agree... However damn he made it new again. Reckon if it's just one tool then the time isn't too much.

[@MarsellusWallace2024]

You certainly have some time on your hands. Ive never seen anyone go to these lengths to avoid being around other people 😂

[@leonarddickerson583]

Beautiful restoration. You are meticulous and patient. Most don't have your full range of tools so simply buying another would have been easier but far less satisfying.

[@benluoma9363]

I really enjoyed the video. Well done for the excellent presentation, well done returning that hunk of rust to a thing of beauty!

[@randallfosnocht1171]

I would have drank the Jack Daniels then bought a new wrench

[@tammylargent8543]

Hahahaha

[@sprezzatura8755]

Fantastic video. I have my Italian grandfather's micrometers and other other machinist's precision tools. I vividly remember my first mechanical lessons from him. Memories of a lifetime.

[@vietran0425]

Wow...it's an amazing outcome. It practically looks brand-new after your restoration. Thank you very much for sharing the video.

[@kjellandersson7223]

Swedish Steel when it is finest. Good job!!!🏆🇸🇪

[@tooladdict7463]

Beautiful job I always like those bahco with the fishtail on the other side great transformatio👍

[@stewartaird3242]

Volvo gives one of these in the toolkit in every truck

[@danmoreton1788]

After watching a few of your videos I purchased a small old machinist vise. I restored the vise and now it has a proud place in my tool chest. thank you!

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Thats awesome! Vices are always a satisfying restoration

[@joeoconnell3544]

“It needs a little WD-40”. *uses the entire worlds supply of WD-40*

[@ronrice2249]

Amazing job! It probably didn't shine like that when it was new.

[@birdie399]

Really enjoyed watching that process. Thanks for the video.

[@frankiebye]

Amazing. Such patience and thoroughly enjoyable to watch, thank you 👍🇬🇧

[@rhondavanzante5682]

Thank you for this video. I found my husband's wrench and a pair of small pliers that were my son's when is was a small boy. They are soaking in vinegar as I write this. I'm saving this video and using it for reference in the days ahead.

[@robertfrate9738]

Hi, this is a skill not many people have, that wrench looks and works like new from trash, excellently done, keep up the excellent work, ty, Bob,

[@radamspse]

fantastic didn't believe that result could be achieved! great job

[@jackdoe3889]

I have one of those. Found it as a kid 50y ago buried in snow, all rusty. Cleaned it up, not to this degree, but still have it today.

[@jlacson74]

So that is how you make Jack Daniels whiskey. One part vodka, one part rusty wrench.

[@JMKGarage]

Very impressive transformation! Nice work!

[@ShamankingZuty]

How have I not already been subscribed to your channel! Really great work, looking forward to your other videos.

[@swotteh]

You have mad skills and talent and tools.

[@jonathangoodwin646]

That's amazing how you can fix something that's rested.

[@CosgroveNotts]

Volvo tool kit spanner

[@weswright3187]

Yes! A nice natural finish. Well done.

[@robertvc4716]

WOW WOW WOW ! Awesome job like the opposite end of the wrench

[@clarklindquist8137]

What a cool tool. Gives me an idea for a modification on a couple of these..... Thank you

[@HandsonRestoring]

turned out really nice ! Keep the good work !

[@georgebrown8312]

What an awesome job of restoring a tool that was so rusty it seemed beyond repair, but you did a good job. By the way, I have never seen a wrench like that.

[@ODX171]

IMPRESSIVE.......Very nicely done

[@homeplate60613]

You were right, it was a little bit rusty. Nice!

[@SelwynPolit]

Your videos are completely mesmerising

[@kelvincarolinaboilawton9799]

Man just incredible people will pay u alot for this work real talk

[@baltasarfernandezcandela3951]

Excellent restoration job ... I have a Volvo P1800 S and should have one just like this among the tools.

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These are so interesting to watch! 🛠

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Thanks for watching!

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[@Kobor_Tamas]

It seems better than the new. I love these videos!

[@fokkovisser5497]

I bought this type in 1995 when Bahco invented this. Spare pin, pinion and adjustable jawl are available. For quick rust removing use WD 40 and Rustyco rust remover. I always use Unitor Descaling Liquid which works in minits.

[@TheGeobaby]

wow... All I have to say is that saints have the patience of you!

[@walterbordett2023]

Restoring tools is a labor of love for those that enjoy the journey and processes and the satisfaction of using the rescued tool. Not every restoration needs to go to this level. The most satisfying thing to me is restoring tools that belonged to people I knew who are now gone. I have the hammers my father used to teach me to hammer nails and the block plane that belonged to his uncle. I use these tools with pride. Those who need a tool quickly should go buy one new or used where ever they like to shop.

[@bradwilliams7145]

Wow, great job!! Thanks for posting. Btw, why did you fill that empty JD bottle with the used tequila?

[@davidjosephjohn8599]

I hope you become a millionaire because of this. You are the man and deserve it. Well done. Very impressed.

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Ha, not even close but thanks for watching!

[@evilspeaks1209]

Tito's as a rust remover? That has to be the funniest thing I have seen all week.

[@rideshareog]

$30 bottle of vodka to fix a $10 wrench, bonus~prank Jack. K

[@marchettooo]

Lol i didn't expect that you destile your own Whisky :D Nice video mate

[@johnwarkentinnikiskialaska8364]

Outstanding job 👍

[@MatsBengtsson]

In Swedish that wrench is called "haj-nyckel" (shark wrench). I'm working as a commercial diver and this is the tool every diver carries around together with a knife and some tape.

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Interesting, I did not know that!

[@metalcrusher8474]

Great!

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Baji na tawwa na I nakke tappa mi 🙏❤️ Punna tau baraka👍👍

[@2strokejunkie686]

I've got the exact same wrench, multi fit end is a nice feature, helps remove nut/bolt faster once broken loose and really comes in handy, when in a tight spot and can't get the next flat on a nut/bolt👍

[@pauliefte]

Happen to know the exact name of the tool?

[@pauliefte]

I'd like to have one

[@lj3482]

Spectacular! 👏🏾👏🏾

[@Grahamvfr]

Fantastic!!!, although I only watched it as I thought my mate said "some guy rubbing down a trusty old WENCH!"

[@Make-Your-Ding]

Hi, thank you for sharing that awesome restoration. Greetings Sascha

[@EDSHIPEK]

Use a glass bead sandblast cabinet lowering the pressure as it cleans, then wire wheel on bench grinder then polish on buffer...about 30 minutes done

[@oldasdihrt5993]

Problem is that i wouldn't want to use it and make it dirty. Too beautiful

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Can't deny that, it's more of a show piece now.

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Good lord. U r a miracle worker. There was something so satisfying in watching this from start to finish.

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Thanks for watching!

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[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

So good!

[@rickmcclellan8857]

It’s a lot easier to just soak it in white vinegar for a few days and it moves as well

[@THEWORKSSHOP]

It's so hard to get some of those scratches out, it turned out looking really nice!

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

True that, steel is tricky to polish!

[@kflo1219]

If you like WD-40 then youll LOVE Kano Kroil...work 10x better penetrating. I had a can for almost 20 years. Finally had to get another one. Orange aerosol can. You’re welcome. Great vids!

[@edka1031]

Fantastic restoration!!

[@randallhutchcraft4039]

I've got several wrenches that need the same thing done. Your very smart, good job.

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WOW!!! This is one of the best restorations I've seen! Subscribed!!

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Thank you!

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For those of us who love artisanship, it is very interesting though costly.

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watchin buncha videos YOU WIN !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@suzyjohnson3122]

Beautiful job!

[@Andrew4181975]

Nice work!

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Nice work!👍

[@paulatighe7073]

wow- you amaze me- beautiful job

[@sergeik7425]

Nice and smooth !

[@tAiLzMii]

Good job! Restoring and removing rust from a wrench... Noice

[@reedpiersons177]

Great job buddy. 👍

[@francoiscamara9383]

Damn you’re good. You made restoring tools interesting. I don’t have any tools.

[@johnboy454]

This same spanner was part of the Volvo B10M bus tool kit. All the bus mechanics I worked with had one in their tool-boxes!

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Thanks for the history lesson!

[@ninja636king]

Wow. Just amazing 👏

[@doughaber3330]

Beautiful work!

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Thank you!

[@jondavis2206]

Wow, that’s amazing

[@Buzz135]

Nice job!

[@DaninVA]

Wow, great job!

[@chaspruitt2610]

Nice work‼👍

[@Maniacfusion69]

That wrench was trash then you turned it into a piece of art... great restoration! ( new sub)

[@AmazingThings685]

Amazing Great Work

[@jeffmayernich4235]

Absolutely amazing

[@lindagarcia6246]

Excellent video. Please tell me what you applied to the tool at the end of the video. Thank you.

[@jeffsond]

Great job! Is there a market for these old tools refinished?

[@jonb8241]

Try Bilt Hamber “DETOX C” for the Rust removal 😊👍 Great transformation 😎

[@Heidegaff]

3:22 I like your Plan B. That's usually my Plan A.

[@SIXFIX]

Smooth💪💪

[@armandoarturorosabalsanche7173]

Well done my friend, from, Bayamo, Cuba

[@armandofrancogarcia1217]

Excelente restauración.

[@alanriciele4351]

Parabéns pelo trabalho você fez

[@scottdavis1958]

Love videos like that. 👍👍

[@evildead1791]

Very nice, great job

[@lesneilson5632]

I just checked mine it was made in Sweden and I had restored from Rusty too, It is a 200mm and no Volvo, it is a good tool I like the slim jaws and I have used often in normal work although little use for the alligator end I just checked and they are still for sale in Australia albeit now the size is 210mm

[@-Deena.]

The only resto vid I've ever watched that gave me a hangover! Subbed! Really nice work. Keep them coming. Thank you 🧡

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Lol, thanks for watching

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Keep them coming ???!!!! I still not cum

[@1digdog]

Bravo It looks great.

[@tommychappell6359]

Utterly Transformed!!!!

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Good job 👏

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Looks great

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