Shop Air Filtration, Inexpensive Flashlight, Klein High Voltage Screwdrivers and More!

[@hester781]

I love the paper towel idea as a filter! I wonder if instead of tape you could use a couple of magnets instead of tape to hold it to the outside frame of the fan to make it even more cost-effective! Well done!👍🏻

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hester! That is genius!!! 😃👍

[@johnfix1]

I appreciate you air filter tip and will try it. The little Dollar light is really amazing and will add to my glove compartment. The restoratione were terrific.

[@westhighlandsshop]

I really enjoy watching the light bulb testing! Your setup is really neat. Thanks for sharing all the tips!

[@americansewingmachineresto1545]

Hi John, you are so right about organizing your shop. I am dealing with so much stuff but am determined to have “A place for everything and everything in its place. I have gone with plastic bins. Like shoe box and some bigger ones. I also have a 100 sewing machines and lots of service parts(motors, lights, foot pedals, etc). I have a lot of space but have a lot of equipment, a ShopSmith, 6” Craftsman Jointer, band saw drill press two welders, a cabinet saw…. The list goes on. My inner engineer comes out. I set up an initial to scale floor plane and other plans. I can see it in my head and will make it all come together in the near future. Haven’t commented on the last few videos but as always enjoy your content very much. Nice v-block and scribe. Another one with great tutorial content. Best Regards, John

[@ScoutCrafter]

John- It’s hard when we have lots of great stuff! 🫣😂👍

[@michaellindsay8934]

Love the paper towel idea. I'm there will be a run on those Dollar Tree lights. Great show, thanks for always keeping it fun and interesting

[@krishoogstraat6866]

Filter ideas. Quilt Batten can be used. Hand washed and used many times. Also they make washable furnace filters that work great. Walmart used to sell the washable furnace filters. They are big then cut them to size.

[@crr8297]

Another great show, thank you. Last winter I organized stuff in my shop, I labeled boxes on all sides so I know what's in them. I have an idea for attaching the paper towels to the fan, magnets, I hate dealing with left over tape.

[@GuntersGarage]

Man I love that card shuffler. My grandmother and I used to play cards all the time when I was a kid. She would have been tickled to death with a little gadget like that. She was very smart and clever. Shed have been interested how it works. Great memories, I sure miss her.

[@ScoutCrafter]

I miss my Grandmother too, I believe I learned more from her then all my school teachers. 😃👍

[@archived_turkeys6487]

You could wash those paper towels, dry, and reuse - probably several times.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Not these! The cheap towels fall apart like tissue paper!

[@5000go2]

You'll have to get everything packed for your move. We did used dryer sheets on our vents. Works well

[@mitchd949]

Scoutcrafter sure is proud of his Johnson. He whipped it out a second time!

[@johnfalco9528]

Horizontal plain syndrome 😂 the Bain of mankind for eternity

[@alexstools]

Oh those flat surfaces... Everything and anything seems to pile up there. I'm very guilty, my shop is a mess!

[@Wildwood975]

A mid-week Wednesday with Scoutcrafter is a perfect thing in these imperfect times! Thanks for another great episode, John!

[@13thworker45]

The filtration on the 20” fan is good idea. I built a frame that lets me slide in. It hangs upside down in the shop. The kleins is a great investment. It’s your own life you are protecting. The light is ok for the money. I have one Sylvania gave me when I worked for them. The batteries it came with I’m going to replace after 14 years. I’ve been lucky with them. It’s a great light. Great show thank you

[@saigaking]

Fantastic show John great mid week mosh hard to believe the price of those lamps crazy prices great value for the money god bless take care 🇳🇿🇺🇸🦅🗡️👼⚒️

[@rawbacon]

I'm on a big electrical parts organization mission over the past week. It started looking for a low voltage transformer and went from there. I've been trying to spend an hour or two a day getting it all better organized. I got a folding table set up, a dozen of those plastic shoe box totes and a couple of toolboxes I'm completely going thru and reorganizing. I've been wrapping all the wires with those cloth covered hair bands, much nicer than regular rubber bands, I think I paid about a half penny a piece thru one of the discount sites. I believe I started with about 300 and I'm down to about 20 now. BTW I rarely use cardboard boxes, can't stand them. Clearish totes when possible.

[@ScoutCrafter]

I think we all feel embarrassed when watching a Jon Crane video! 🫣😂👍

[@rollerbald]

I have a couple of those work lights John. They are really handy and you can't beat the price. I'm going to try the fan filtration trick.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Isn’t it amazing how those lights can sell for $1.25! 😂👍

[@troyb1733]

Loved the paper towel trick!

[@scottjohnson136]

Always look forward to your show! Always informative and variety of topics! Can't predict what you will choose to share!

[@57WillysCJ]

I have the love hate relationship with boxes. I like things put away but it almost might as well be thrown away because out of sight out of mind. Love the card shuffler. So many were cheap junk that didn't really work. As your hands start to stiffen they are nice although in reality I don't play cards anymore as no one else does. As a family we almost always got togeter for an evening of cards. Food was just sandwiches and something to drink. Soda or milk for kid, coffee and tea for adults.

[@ScoutCrafter]

You’re so right- Social gatherings and playing cards was an enjoyable event that is hardly seen today.

[@bigvicsworkshop]

Even with the cheap labor, i Cant imagine the quantities they have to buy to sell something that cheap...crazy.....I might have to go see if our dollar store has then...be nice for collecting eggs when the time falls back. Good show today!!

[@ScoutCrafter]

I just can’t figure it out- twin lights, LED’s, shipped from China for $1.25…. 🤔😂👍

[@marko11kram]

so true, anything flat can become a catch all

[@johnkelley9877]

That was great! The V Block and scriber look beautiful and I was surprised to see how well the bulb worked but it did look good lit up. Thanks for sharing this.

[@ToolsandTime]

Awesome show SC! Love that card shuffler, that’s quite a dandy. Good luck getting the shop organized and enjoy the Jacktown show!

[@marcmckenzie5110]

John, if you have a clamp-meter and a wire-splitter, it would be interesting to see the change in current draw on the fan between baseline, air-filter, and paper towel. Add to that the motor/bearing temperature in all three cases. The thought is any hidden heat or safety issues…

[@ScoutCrafter]

Mark- I will have to try that!!! 😃👍

[@tonyn3123]

Free From Debris! That's what I have been working on for the past few months. I love the Amazon bought plastic and clear top small parts organizer for my hardware. They are relatively cheap and I have labeled each so I can look at the labels and pull out the one I need. I probably have 25-30 of these organizers. They're great.

[@larryborkstrom3580]

The card shuffle was neet and enjoyed the light bulb

[@beerdrinker6452]

Nice video. Only a maniac like 357mgd can keep his flat surfaces uncluttered.

[@ScoutCrafter]

He’s maniacal! 😂👍

[@johnarmstrong5953]

John, have you tried the Milwaukee electrician's ECX screwdriver? I got the 3 piece set a couple of years ago and find myself always using the ECX whenever I install outlets. It gives a nice firm feeling tightening the screws.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes! I have it but mine isn’t shock proof. 😃👍

[@jdive12]

That card shuffler takes the fun away from doing the shuffling yourself lol😅

[@terrystewart2070]

Or, in my case the fun of picking them all up when they fly all over.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hand shuffling from an amateur like me wears out the cards in no time! 🫣😂👍

[@PennsylvaniaMike]

great video. I never seen a card shuffler before. That thing is awesome.

[@lv_woodturner3899]

I can imagine you spending a lot of time with the card shuffler. LOL I love the Starrett scribe. Now looks better than new. Dave.

[@larrynelson734]

Hi John. Great video. Love the light and the light bulb .have a great week. 👍👍❤🤠...

[@brianlittle3452]

I had one of those long tool boxes in one of my cars; my kids called it "Dad's Elephant Gun Case".

[@icfreelynow]

Also, glue some magnets to the back and bottom of that LED light and they are much more handy

[@tonylenge424]

Your right about the card shuffling. It’s mesmerizing!😳

[@madamecampsalot6384]

Cool stuff! I really like the scribe. That little light throws more light than the average "TAC" light everybody sells.

[@ScoutCrafter]

I just can’t believe they can make that light for $1.25 ship it from China and make a profit! 🤔😂👍

[@drivesalot0063]

Great show Scout! I recall the card shuffler. What a neat little machine. Thanks for tips on the cheap paper towels and flashlight. I have been using the box fan since I first saw it on a previous show. It works great. I have since added an additional air filtration unit. 😄👍

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hey John,, fantastic budget idea with the paper towels and fan 😃 I will be trying that 👍Cheers Rob

[@tomdale1313]

time goes zooming bye, next stop TGIF show...thxs for sharing

[@Clarkson350]

Card shuffler on the kitchen table where cards are played

[@michaelwojo14]

My wife says I suffer from FLAT SURFACE SYNDROME

[@lotsatrains]

Great little flashlights from the dollar store wow 🤩 and amazing clean up of the v block too and I don’t think I am going to make the Jacktown show unfortunately I have lots of stuff going on but definitely planning for Spring 👍

[@patrickrhin9152]

Hey !John vraiment un grand moment comme d'habitude avec toi. J'aime bien le mélangeur de cartes, il est tout simplement génial. ❤

[@ironhead65]

Only problem I have with the box fan and filter, I when using mine while painting with white paint! You can't tell if it is dirty!! 😂😂

[@ScoutCrafter]

😂😂😂👍

[@andyc972]

Thanks John, you certainly crammed in the content today, I know exactly what you mean about getting organised I'm in that process currently as I can barely move in my workshop, it's an ongoing task ! The V block and scriber both came out really nice, did anyone come up with a credible reason for the hook on the scriber ? I just love that card shuffler - ingenious !

[@ScoutCrafter]

Andy- Not sure what they sell the hook scribe for but it definitely will come in handy! 😃👍

[@billmccabe9601]

WOAH! SCOUTCRAFTER! That card shuffler is the cat's pajamas! I might still have Grandma's from when they used to have Neighborhood Circle Club Card Parties!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Bill- The other good feature is the cards remain unbent and pristine where as hand shuffling tends to wear cards out. 😃👍

[@billmccabe9601]

@@ScoutCrafter and make it possible to 'mark' them.

[@truthreigns7]

great information and a great video, thank you

[@overseas_demogod]

That light is crazy good! Those old D cell lights got nothing on that. I hope my last comment didn't come across as rude. I couldn't agree with you more about irresponsibly building in vulnerable locations. Great tool restorations!

[@ScoutCrafter]

😃👍

[@Marcel_Germann]

In the case of insulated tools you can trust the VDE certification. Klein got the VDE certification a few years ago. They wanted to become big in Europe. Thing is they are unknown here, and their prices here in Germany are insane. For that purpose they developed the EINS (electricians insulated) pliers series, so they have a competitive product to the European insulated pliers. The usual American pliers had always chunky insulation, but you can't work with that in confined spaces. The 1000V is for AC, for DC it could actually withstand 1500V. The tests the manufacturers have to perform on every single insulated tool (!) they produce is 10,000VDC insulation test. That procedure is required by the IEC 60900. The international electrotechnical commission creates international standards. The IEC 60900 defines how an insulated tool must be made and tested, and also the markings on it. These two triangles mark it as an insulated tool, and that's how it should be marked all across this globe. Electricians here usually have two sets of tools here. An insulated one for daily work, the insulation is an additional layer of safety because usually we work on isolated circuits that are dead. But sometimes we don't have that luxury to isolate a circuit, for example in hospitals. Then we got a set of tools that is only used for that purpose. Like the Sunday tools. In addition we use protective clothing and stand on an insulated rubber mat. But we also deal with 230V against ground and 400V between the three lines (three phase is standard here).

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hello Marcel! Thankyou for that information. There has been a flood of high voltage tools from Asia but like everything else from China it can’t be trusted. These screwdrivers do feel like a quality product. Thanks again! 😃👍

[@Marcel_Germann]

@@ScoutCrafter That was never an issue here. Due to the fact that insulated tools are so common, they were always cheap. Seven part insulated screwdriver set from Wera for 25 Euros (27 Dollar).

[@petediamond7263]

They do sell washable filters!

[@frankg3072]

Great show today. The paper towel hack is ingenious. Also I’m sure there will be many subscribers taking a trip to the Dollar Store ( me included)!

[@heyboy33333]

what about using a washable filter? I use a CoreCarbon polyester washable filter in my furnace. The up front cost is more, but I've used the same filter for that past 3 years. BIODEFENSOR also makes a good one.

[@johnroberts7280]

Card shuffler looks fun John

[@ModelA]

"I'm not a tool snob..." HahHaaa!! Umm... Yea, but that's why we all watch you!

[@matthewhopkins666]

I learned the hard way to always use insulated screwdrivers and never trust anyone else to trip a breaker. I was doing some work years and years ago on the first apartment i bought and i asked my then girlfriend to flip the breaker for the power outlets in the lounge, took the cover off an outlet with a regular screwdriver and went to disconnect the terminals and wallop got hit with 240V. As it turned out she tripped the breaker for the sockets in the kitchen.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Matthew- Two weeks ago I was working on a porch light, the switch was off so I figured I was OK, put the screwdriver into the socket and ZAP!⚡️ 🫣😂. Needless to say from now on I throw the main and just reset the clocks. 😂⚡️

[@patjohnson3100]

The v block and Starret scribe came out beautifully. Well worth the hour you spent. Its not often that I see v blocks for sale, but when I do, they never have their screw cramps.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Pat- I bought a set of Asian V-Blocks and they are as soft as aluminum. 🫣😂👍

[@Ricopolico]

The last time I needed a box fan, I went to, where else, the Salvation Army. I couldn't find one (believe it or not) out front so I asked the kid in the back. He said ,"Oh yeah." And he pulled out an ancient GE that was at least twice as heavy as the modern Wal*Mart version. Did my best Scoutcrafter Clean Up on it and budda-bing, budda-boom, I had a box fan for life. Oh yeah, I asked the kid how much? Being too lazy to walk up front, he said, "Just take it." Well, although I'm from the If-it's-Free-It's-for-Me School, I gave the twerp a fiver and got outta there before he changed his mind. PS-Did you paint Skeletor white? Regardless of what your sweetie says, it would make one hell of a door knocker.

[@ScoutCrafter]

You can oil those fans! The new ones don’t have oil ports.. 😃👍

[@rustyblade5845]

Tip off the day. Take the lid off a jam jar and screw it to the underneath of a shelf. Then re-atatch jam jar

[@stevenwitt4028]

Great video 👍 I knew somebody would come up for a use for those sucky paper towels 🧻 😂😂👍👍👍. That is a great idea 💡 and super cheap way to filter the air in a workshop 👍. Wow!,Klein tools has done it again. Those insulated high⚡️voltage screwdrivers 🪛 L👀k awesome and very well built. I like how they got those identification lettering on top of the screwdriver so you can see what you’re getting if you have them in a tool pouch. The price isn’t bad for the three especially made in the USA 🇺🇸 👍. That Dollar 💵 Tree 🌳 light 💡 looks pretty good to have around for emergencies and whatnot . You can’t beat that for a $1.25 . Fantastic demonstration 😄👍👍. Great seeing that card shuffler , really cool to see it in action. ♥️♦️♣️👍. Also that vintage lamp 💡cleaned up and looked fantastic all lit 🆙 That v block cleaned up great. Good job fixing those edges on that tool. Also the Starrett scribe turned out Fantastic. Both of those tools are great to have in the shop especially that v-block. Great shot of Old Glory 🇺🇸 Flying in the Breeze. Well again great video and can’t wait to see what you do on Friday. Have a great evening. 😃👍👍

[@ScoutCrafter]

Steven- I hope someone watching will get a cheap fan air filtration setup, the dust we can’t see is what we breathe in! 🫣👍

[@spencereagle1118]

I'd like to see the 'spark from a flapwheel' test on those paper towels, John.

[@ScoutCrafter]

It’s funny all my sparks fly to the right and my fan is to the left. I hang up an old bird seed bag to deflect the sparks. 😂👍

[@spencereagle1118]

@@ScoutCrafter I once set my trousers on fire with sparks from a flapwheel, if you'd seen me you'd have thought I was auditioning for Riverdance.

[@marshville01]

You mentioned storing in boxes and not remembering where things were. You could record contents and number box. Then it might solve problem.

[@user-xv3zp8gl7j]

The bulb may be for food service, keep food warm

[@TheOtherBill]

My kid brother had a card shuffler back in the early 60's powered by 3 D cells. I'm sure it ended up in the trash once the batteries leaked (all carbon-zinc cells did). Too bad. BTW you can extend the life of your pleated filter by placing the paper towels in front of the 20x20, the paper will catch the worst of the particles leaving the pleated filter with just the finer stuff to catch.

[@ScoutCrafter]

There comes a point when the fan will stress if there is little airflow. I’m going to test that theory! Amp meter! 😃👍

[@paulsworkshop4179]

I saw those flashlights at Dollar Tree. I thought they were junk. Now I’ll have to grab a couple. Where did you find those generic paper towels? They look like something from the no frills aisle of Path Mark or Food Town. Great topics.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Walmart but they are super weak! 🫣😂👍

[@John..18]

We moved house 6 months ago, and I'm still tearing my hair out looking for stuff in cardboard boxes,, 😱😱

[@ScoutCrafter]

John- People who moved told me that there are boxes that never ever get unpacked! 😂👍

[@pjb1985]

Great show as always!

[@sebglayburg5163]

Hey, John, how did that paper filter work? And, how did you protect your tool cleanup from re-rusting?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Seb- I haven’t restored a full tool yet but I think it will work! (Hope) 😂. My basement is climate controlled so rusting isn’t an issue if the part is polished and waxed. 😃👍

[@icfreelynow]

Washable air filters!! They last forever. If you are worried about effectiveness, you can always stack the washable filter over the paper one, and the paper one will last much, much longer.

[@waltbellamy9739]

auction ?

[@SP-lc4nm]

According to their website, Jacktown October show is 19th & 20th only. No Friday show. Am I reading that right? Check before heading out tomorrow.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes-Friday is only for setups no activity other than vendors setting up. 😃👍

[@danohstoolbox]

Any level spot is not safe, including open drawers. i am bad for overflowing drawers

[@danohstoolbox]

Making sure to mark what is in the box it will help

[@danohstoolbox]

Looks like you could cook with that light

[@Reggyontheroad]

Oooooooo I am late👍👍🔩🔩boooooom

[@kevinbrassil9836]

Did you ever get the stroboscope working? If not are you going to try to get it working or is there a lager problem with it?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Kevin- I will hopefully meet up with a friend of mine at Jacktown and see what he says. 😃👍

[@garyjones2582]

Some really cool content on today's show.. That dollar twenty five light was amazing.. How much lumens did it put out? I had one of your old videos pop up from 3-5 yrs ago and you were demonstrating how to use a Milling machine.. i never noticed you having a milling machine before, but i enjoyed the video.. i noticed it was made by Grizzly.. What do you think about their stuff? I just got a new Grizzly catalog in the mail... Looks like quality products.. Well S.C. thx for sharing your thoughts with us.. Take care and God Bless...

[@ScoutCrafter]

Gary- I think 600 and 800 lumens. The milling machine is an entry level machine perfect for small projects and also I could carry it into my basement shop alone! 😂. Grizzly makes some great stuff and some not so great stuff. Basically all Asian machines from China- Most people today are looking to Taiwan for quality machines at an affordable price although it’s hard to find every machine. The best thing to do is go to a Grizzly showroom and look at the machine you are contemplating buying. 😃👍

[@garyjones2582]

@@ScoutCrafter thx for the info...

[@PrismaxMan]

Box and Banish

[@Jim__K]

Jacktown's web page only lists Saturday and Sunday. Not Friday!!!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Jim- Yes- Friday is only for setting up and not officially part of the weekend activities. Vendors do sell but there is no concession stands or activities going on Friday. 😃👍

[@DESERTRACKER1]

True-value in bankruptcy😢

[@tombob671]

They way the Chicoms can mfg that stuff cheap is their salary structure. Paying 3 balls of rice per day... LOLOLOLOLOL

[@ScoutCrafter]

So true! 😃👍

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Hi Scout, you make me laugh because you don’t trust anything made in China but you shop at Dollar Tree 😂😂😂.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Stuart- It’s funny I only shop dollar tree for a few items- Razor Blades (made in Korea) Snyders Pretzels (Made in Pennsylvania) Various Light bulbs (UL listed) sponges (made in Mexico) and greeting cards! Now flashlights- 🫣😂👍

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

@@ScoutCrafter I’m sorry Scout, I just saw the irony of it and thought it was funny. I avoid Chinese stuff too.

[@roberthoug7864]

First off my opinion is paper is paper the dollar roll is probably not any better than the 60 cent roll if it works it works I found some filtering material oversized that you can cut to 20 by 20 and it can be washed out and reused hundreds of times I'm not going down the basement to see what it is but that's what it I'm telling you is you can buy it and rewash it it's almost like Scotch bright material voice typing scoutcrafter no corrections eagle

[@ScoutCrafter]

Years ago my Dad used to get air conditioner filters that were great and cheap- Now they are through the roof! 🫣😂👍

[@MarkH10]

You claim to not understand how they ship from the CCP so cheap, and I believe you are sincere. The CCP is classified as a "transitional" country by the Universal Postal Union (UPU), allowing it to benefit from lower rates (dirt cheap) for sending mail to developed countries such as the United States. Consequently, shipping costs from the CCP to the US are lower than what Americans pay for similar domestic deliveries The CCP wants to state that their economy is greater, larger, and more diverse than any other nation. HOWEVER, if the consequence is that the UN or the US states, "then let's cut your subsidies from receiving nations, since you are larger than they are and more developed than they are!" Suddenly the CCP is dirt poor, and 'developing' in that status field. This hypocrisy is part of what Trump wants to address.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes- Their Postal system is subsidized however, I’m still amazed how certain products can be designed,manufactured, packaged, shipped, stocked and sold for $1.25. Back in the 70’s $1.25 could buy you something. Today here in the US $1.25 won’t buy a cup of coffee. 🤔😂👍

[@MarkH10]

@@ScoutCrafter 9-9-6 is their work culture, mostly by force. 72 hours a week. For a factory they get 3-4k yuan a month. Perhaps $550. That puts a factory wage at $1.15 and hour. The poor Chinese are slaves.