Restoring My Dad's Old Weights

[@Moarz0rz]

I never planned on having a kid, but if I did, I would hope one day they would take the time to restore their Dad's tools he used to get stronger, and pass the iron down to their kids. Nice video man. :)

[@Ofnir-]

I'm the kid and that's what I did today, my dad's weights have been sitting there for the last 20 years, and as a 16 year old who doesn't have money to buy more weights, going to the attic and finding at leat 30 extra KG was like finding gold.

[@MrShijo]

These weights are freaking costly, you got a treasure bro.

[@neal520]

And now ruined with spray paint

[@OnedayLife2728]

Brother it's not only gym equipment, treasure for u...

[@oatmeal7818]

Are relics.

[@rushv825]

I feel all the weights that anyone owns should be treasured. The return you get by using them on a consistent basis makes them something to be valued.

[@lukemathews1203]

rushv825 I couldn’t agree more!!!

[@te9312]

Agree 👍👍

[@chrisfricker7025]

Them weights not only help you physically but mentally aswell, lifting iron will save you thousands on psychiatrist bills

[@jscottburnside1]

I’m certain that act of kindness for your dad made him not only proud of you but probably brought back some nostalgic memories. You’re a good son.

[@tytarian2639]

Really good job mate, and I love the look of the old school weights.

[@carl343]

You did a great job, i bet it means alot to your dad too knowing that you look after and appreciate the stuff he passes on to you, well done man

[@jayn8392]

A good trick I have used on rusty old metal stuff is to buy a wire wheel that has a drill attachment on it from Harbor Freight for a couple bucks, make sure you get the steel bristled ones and not the brass. The brass will get so hot that it will actually start plating your piece with brass as the bristles melt. Which is pretty cool if that's your plan but not great for most pieces lol. Chuck that bad boy into a fairly high RPM drill and blast away. It cleans stuff up in just a few minutes. It took me about 5 minutes to get every speck of rust and grine of a 50lb post vice that had been laying on a barn floor for probably 100 years. You need to be sure to wear safety classes and a mask/bandanna because it kicks crap up like crazy, but I really does work fast. I used to dabble in blacksmithing and used this method to clean all sorts of stuff. The weights came out looking great, pretty awesome setup with lots of sentimental value. Bet it's coming in handy right now....

[@JD-lb8np]

Hahaha that brass is 100% true

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

pressure washer works wonders too on the narrow nozzle as u can, or a trip to the mechanics or fabricators who will sandblast it for you , they wouldnt charge much at all since itsa 10 min job and is cheaper than buying all that oil and vinegar etc

[@timpass462]

Awesome work. It's great that you are able to refresh your Dads weights.

[@alandgomez5905]

I remember doing this myself years ago and glad to see you didn't do all the mistakes I did lol. Great job 👍🏽.

[@marufali6205]

thats worth gold man i own vintage plates but you're are really rear once to find now ,be blessed dude ✌💪❤

[@dguevara500]

Those are some cool dumbbells. Never get rid of them, pass them on. Awesome video buddy.

[@lukemathews1203]

Thank you, I’m very grateful to have had them passed down to me!

[@raisedperspective7943]

Real impressive stuff there luke they look so much better man keep up the good content bro

[@rajeshwarsharma1716]

Very inspiring. My weights are more than 30 years old. I hope one day my granddaughter takes good care of them once i have gone.

[@karstenjensen2885]

Thoes dumbbells looks freaking AWESOME,, beatiful,, great job

[@OralSurgeonRider]

You are a great son, your father must be proud of you. Great video!!!

[@JACOBTL23]

Great video man, restoring some of my grandpa's old weights today and this is exactly what I was looking for.

[@tlawlor8945]

That's sentimental man fair play some thing's u cant buy like the history , the story that these weights tell....when your older you will fully understand the value I think you're already understanding the value for your sons, tell them the history the story show the photographs etc Great video I really enjoyed Stay safe from Ireland 💪💪😎😎🏋️‍♂️🏋️‍♂️

[@angel2471112]

Amazing job. I just did mine but it wasn’t nearly as much weights. I could just imagine the time and effort it took for you. 💯

[@moneysoles5185]

This is really cool I’m gonna try this on some old barbell weights I found in my basement the other day great video 👍

[@Denbeeer]

This is a beautiful legacy, and you've done a good job putting it all back in order. Really nicely done! Man...and what a blessing with this cellar! You're really lucky, you know that?

[@lukemathews1203]

Thank you so much! Yes I am truly blessed to have them and I am very thankful.

[@ironcrosstrainingltd6482]

What an awesome restoration job!! Damn good job man 💪

[@Zincink]

they came out really nice - I bet Dad went to bed proud that night.

[@michaelmitchell9746]

Great collection and cool vid 💪

[@jaybee8949]

Man thats how i got all my weights from my uncles , dad, to grandpa lifting. Very inspiring bro 👌

[@rohitvikas8917]

These weights are everlasting.❤️

[@hankwilliams8939]

I would make a old school Gym with that equipment, he will have that stuff FOREVER. 💪💪💪👍👍

[@puponazario2627]

You have some solid ass weights there. Amazing work!

[@pryme2013]

You should be very proud. They look fantastic. Hopefully you will continue to use them as long as you possibly can.

[@toodyface]

Well done Luke, great job!

[@jeffzavatsky1455]

Thanks for sharing. Helpful video

[@bena9221]

You have the best restoration gym equipment video

[@lukemathews1203]

Thanks!!

[@johndonovan5521]

Those OG Dumbbells are badass!!!!!! Wish I could find some

[@bubblegum77788]

Wish I could have all this at home additional to my home gym

[@chaosdweller]

Yeah I wish I had all those db's

[@johnchiluiza2841]

Wow that looks absolutely amazing! Great job!

[@orbital929]

Beautiful job would love to see them in action my friend. Props to your dad I wish mines was around.

[@georgioantoine4194]

HF hellava restore video. Damn good set of ol skool iron. Lucky fella you are. You can do the exact same to them grey hex dumbells. I’m doing that to my collection. Cheers.

[@rafshsjs4119]

These are real men's weights 💪

[@chrisgagnon2942]

That’s awesome 😎. Good job 👍🏻

[@moisesojeda5647]

i have new commercial dumbbells but man nothing compares to those old style dumbbells, been looking for a set like those.

[@racebannon7355]

So cool!

[@rkkhadka1]

I read restoring my old dad’s weights🙄😅

[@jamesblagden48]

Great job!

[@aniketjadhav2119]

INHERITANCE OF STRENGTH!!! Bravo....my man....Bravo... They look Beautiful.... #ironforever

[@jamiemoreno4516]

They turned out awesome!!!

[@djbemail77]

Very cool!👍

[@WillyCerdaJr]

Awesome restoration man. Makes them worth their lift again.

[@tigran1087]

nice work man!!

[@broonbreed7193]

That's some work ethic, salute

[@leecoomber3877]

Tidy job .my weights are in the same state but I dont mind them been rusty and gnarly, maybe one day I'll clean them up,,maybe not.

[@martinlaw449]

Good as new well done

[@Ryan-ds3dh]

Great job kid!

[@shivajinaidu7817]

This is heaven , n yess better than gold n diamonds , the pure iron 💪💪💪💪

[@benjabhd]

I restored mine with rustoleum hammered. But then i found rustoleum 2x flat primer and paint and the result is amazing

[@joshuacorral989]

I want to see your dad reaction

[@moneysoles5185]

It would look really cool if you painted some of them full grey or didn’t paint them just took off the rust to make them look old

[@lukemathews1203]

BDA CROC yes your right! I do like the grey look!

[@lots3799]

I prefer to leave all mine rusty. That way they are still considered original. Once you repaint them they are considered restored. . If that's what you like and your keeping them. That's fine. You can buy cast iron black polish and you don't have to paint them. But.... Its whatever you like.

[@luigiprovencher8888]

Nice. They came out good.

[@loyalj7]

They came out really good.

[@ElLoboferoz787]

Great job lo que tienes es una mina de oro👍

[@martgildivina]

Loved to restore it too! And use it ofcourse

[@anazmohamed3011]

I would like to see you working out in those dumb bells

[@Grendelbc]

I built my home gym with used equipment. Some of the plates and solid DBs were fairly rusty. I just took off the worst of the rust with a wire wheel and spray painted with Rustoleum. As long as they are kept indoors that's all that's needed. You did a beautiful job, just seems like overkill to me, lol. Did you clean all the oil off before painting? Think that cooler is ruined too.

[@lukemathews1203]

Grendelbc Yes I did! The cooler took a lot of extra time to clean and endless scrubbing after the restoration!

[@fantaztikbeatz]

Awesome 👌 I'm in the process of doing the same exact thing

[@lonewolf-jf4fl]

Right now you the hottest cat on the block, suddenly everybody wants to come over and hang out with you

[@randybradley4151]

Damn jealous of all of those dumb bells. I only have a set of 135lbs that I got from Barry Epps back in the early 90's that are similar to the ones at 8:21. I don't really have the room in my man cave for more weights but I would find some room.

[@scully_xd1328]

Okay just by looking at these dumbbells I just want to ask you how strong is your dad bought like 50 lb weight bro how stongyour dad bro

[@guardianjuan]

Man I wished I a brother like you

[@Dan-yd2jq]

That is one cool old school basement gym!

[@ayushhhhhhhh153]

Dammmn .. amazing.. great work ..

[@damonhogan5734]

It’s because he’s a wrestler. That’s why he’s so awesome

[@lukemathews1203]

Thank you man

[@fatheadmeetoo2891]

Hella Kool!

[@Johnny_Utah242]

6:00 love that song.

[@user-qt9my2dz8v]

Офигенный зал🎉

[@fernandotardioli9263]

Show de mais 💪 das antigas era os melhores

[@mr8883]

Hi, just wana know....would I really need to put clear coat at the end (or after the 2nd/3rd coats of paint) or would I need to put clear anti corrosion spray? I heard is optional on each/both ideas. Reason why I'm asking is I already sprayed two coats of Primer then 2 coats of Dulux Enamel Paint over it. I was told Enamel has rust protection.

[@DavidBertossi]

I would assume its best to first spray with anti-corrosion spray and then with a regular paint, but i would not worry about it, the plates will probably last years without rust

[@mr8883]

@@DavidBertossi ok thank you so much

[@gsfbffxpdhhdf7043]

David Bertossi wrong them bitches will rust in 1 year if u didnt kill the rust first

[@Zincink]

Just use carnuba wax/paste wax on the paint - just like a car

[@ravikumbhar1211]

These are Father's Blessings Brother ❤️

[@chaosdweller]

This was cool

[@behaviormatters7415]

Should’ve marked the “48” and “66” pound dumbbells as 50 and 65, besides that, good work brother.

[@1EVILZ06]

Why? If they are 48lbs they should read 48lbs. If they are 66lbs they should read 66lbs.

[@behaviormatters7415]

1EVILZ06-Because tracking weekly progress in increments of 5, 10, 15, etc is more convenient, now obviously that’s just my opinion.

[@1EVILZ06]

Bobby Digital But you can’t track the progress in those increments. Because the weights don’t weigh what you’ve painted on them. So your tracking is off completely.

[@behaviormatters7415]

1EVILZ06-Well sure, marking the weights their exact poundage is more accurate, but for guys like me, I don’t consider my gains to be “gains” unless it’s at least a 5 pound improvement. So if I mark a 66 pound dumbbell at 65, it won’t matter if it’s off by a pound because I won’t recognize my improvement until I’m pushing up 70.

[@fiddlebender88]

@@behaviormatters7415 That is just absurd.

[@chikenmorris7170]

Gym gonna be smelling like vinegar for so long 😂, awesome job tho, what a satisfying thing to watch

[@-Tarzan]

Old school weights just hit different

[@chaosdweller]

I love! the noise the old plates make when there's more than one on both sides

[@CJforToday]

Why would someone dislike this video.

[@martinlaw449]

Cameron Jeffery that’s people for you

[@jaquesevers2355]

Because they stupid..😃..awesome work..

[@jeffzavatsky1455]

Probably liberal's mad that he didn't recycle the paint cans.

[@CJforToday]

@@jeffzavatsky1455 ha ha ha

[@georgioantoine4194]

Because they don’t lift.

[@imranzahir6798]

Great job.

[@joelmaricel5810]

Did you clean the 3 in 1 oil off before painting it? If not, that would make me happy, because I would like to be lazy and skip that step.

[@elthanos879]

I’m kinda disappointed we never saw dad’s weight especially being that it was a problem and needed to be restored

[@broederbond60]

Good job. Now it's time to pump some iron son.

[@primrosed2338]

I'm so jealous!

[@stevelufc64]

Just shows iron plates are for life ( not just for Christmas) and the best investment you will ever buy without your health all the money in the world is useless. Still have my weights and kettle bells after 15 years used daily and even though not as clean as was just as functional as the day I invested and probably worth more than I paid originally.

[@gavincook4684]

Wire brush and Hammerite paint. Colour code for weight indication.

[@user-bd7rg7hm2p]

Мне старое нравиться больше, чувствуешь время когда трогаешь

[@GunasekaranElamaran]

Wow bro

[@medicalchalupa9928]

Curious how necessary the 3-in-1 step is. Wouldn’t the “lubricated” surface make it harder for paint to bond?

[@lukemathews1203]

The 3 in 1 really helped get all the rust off the weights. How do you think I should have done it differently?

[@medicalchalupa9928]

@@lukemathews1203 The way you did it is great and I bet the iron is 'healthier' now. Probably less chance of rusting in the future. I just got some plates i cleaned yesterday and going to paint soon. Probably skipping the 3in1 stage cause I'm a lazy bastard lol

[@lukemathews1203]

@@medicalchalupa9928 Awesome! Would love to see your results when you finish!

[@eyu854]

I made concrete weights at home , I'm still young so i hope my brother uses them

[@ajithchandran7348]

Really....i need it so badly

[@DMS198526]

They look sick, great work

[@iamkrohn]

Man I have watched loads of these and have not seen anyone use a grinder with a wire brush attachment

[@marekotuitele9764]

I used it and it saved me plenty of time

[@jswplant9086]

I was just thinking the same thing, bloody hell all these videos are of people doing it all manually 😂 also, has nobody got a sand blasting cabinet?😂

[@nicholasjordan2682]

I used it on mine, 1 day to grind the weights down and an hour the next day to spray paint. So much easier than using a handle brush

[@AakashSarawadaOfficial]

Bro pumping iron is like world greatful thing because its what make us one different from crowded. You have all gym equipment you r lucky u have paradise

[@lukemathews1203]

MR. AAKASH Yes I am very blessed to have them!

[@chrisfricker7025]

Should have sprayed red oxide on them first then painted them, to preserve the steel alot better and longer, good video though mate👍

[@moneysoles5185]

Can you ask your dad how he made those dumbbells? I’m trying to do something like that myself

[@jovanypantaleon]

Did you have to wipe down the oil before painting?

[@lukemathews1203]

I just let it soak in a couple hours before painting them

[@mohammedrizwan9626]

👍👍👍