Stanley Bench Planes - the Y adjusting lever (or Yoke) and what to do about “Backlash”

[@fredpierce6097]

The most comprehensive assessment of y-levers and backlash causation I have ever seen. I was particularly interested in the Hock retrofit potentially contributing to backlash…..

[@justplanefun]

Reed is making aftermarket hardware to help address backlash and thick blades. I don’t remember if I mentioned that in the video or not

[@haroldschultz5864]

" More issues than Popular Woodworking Magazine " .... you crack me up . 😆 Great episode , I can't imagine driving out a Y adjustment lever pin with anything other than a Stanley hammer .

[@dmchidester]

That gave me a chuckle as well, especially since it's true! 😅

[@grumblycurmudgeon]

I was about to say the same thing! That was hilarious! Regarding the hammer: you can also use a Bailey hammer, but your success will depend largely on both the year and the model.

[@322doug]

honestly i was just tapping mine out ... with a harbor freight hammer.... stopped and actually thought why did he say that?? LOL

[@madscientist5969]

Good talk, excellent content, Michael - I look forward to your videos...Hello from Albuquerque!

[@jazbuilding]

Great video and I appreciate the effort. I have a Miller's Falls (1970's?) with the laminated steel yoke. The hole is the yoke is much larger than the pin, so I put a bushing sleeve in to compensate for that slack. I cut a piece of aluminum foil from a serving tray (about .003" thick), then rolled it around the pin about 1-1/2 turns and super glued it to hold the cylindrical shape. Maybe I was lucky but after mangling the first bushing, I managed to assemble they yoke into the frog with the second bushing in place. I recorded it and plan to do a video. Thanks again for the great content.

[@322doug]

I have same problem, would love to see your fixed solution even if its just a pic.

[@jazbuilding]

@@322doug It's not too fancy, but I've shown the work in a couple videos. "Great Neck G 4 Hand Plane Tune Up" around the 4:00 mark. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3awd4N7dpxsoc0 "Hand Plane Frog Millers Falls Restoration" around the 3:00 mark. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYDEapJnpbdnobs

[@jons2447]

Hello, Michael; Thank you for all you do & wishing you success. I have a type 16 (I think) but it has a split yoke & a lot of backlash. I 1st meet the plane over 50 yrs ago but I I didn't take to it till this year. So I'm a newb & trying to learn. Some great folks have already helped me get my #4 cutting. It may not be 'right' yet but what do I know? Its better than it was when I got it & I hope to tune it some. I would *really* like to see some 'how to' videos, how to use it, tune it, etc. I've got to review your entire channel & watch all your videos. Because not too many folks seem to know planes like you do. I'm more interested in green woodworking than regular, IYKWIM. Have a GREAT day, Neighbor!

[@justplanefun]

We may be able to swap out that split yoke and replace the brass - that may tighten up some of that backlash

[@williamfess862]

Good job Michael! Keep em comin!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@talltart]

Love your humour😄

[@justplanefun]

😅😅😅

[@ureasmith3049]

Great info, thanks! Backlash not bad on my type 13 number 5 (even with the hock iron/chipbreaker I got for it). Terrible backlash on my transitional jointer.

[@justplanefun]

A type 13 no5 is pretty solid. Sounds like a great worker

[@lordezioauditor1]

Very informative video, thank you!

[@justplanefun]

Thanks!

[@SW-jo7vy]

MJ, been trying to fix #4 BR that wasn't retracting enough. Fix was a Yoke replacement, but didn't know how. You're vid helped so much. Thx! Replaced yoke easily and plane now adjusts great. Thx again. BTW, do you know a parts source for Union X-planes?

[@justplanefun]

Unfortunately I don’t know of anyone selling Union X planes or parts. I buy them every chance I get but unfortunately they don’t come up for sale very often. I recently bought and sold a No5 size Union X plane. I think I had it in the shop less than a week

[@What_Other_Hobbies]

We know you have at least one No 1.

[@justplanefun]

Should I do a video where I just show off my own personal collection? Or would that just be an odd, bragging flex? 🤔😅

[@vince55sanders]

@@justplanefun is it this one? 11:11 i absolutely want to see more of that tool! i have a 1902 No.3 a friend wanted sharpened but i have fallen in love with it hairline cracks broken tote and all it still handles like a sport car over curvy grain. i wish i could find myself one in better shape and maybe newer. Thank you for all you do!

[@ealvarezmtz]

Please, I need information on where to buy yokes and other plane parts that have international shipping to Mexico!

[@justplanefun]

I ship all over the world. As long as you don’t mind paying the shipping cost, I’m happy to sell them

[@dmchidester]

Finding your channel gives me a little hope of maybe fixing up my grandfather's old type 3 Bedrock 608-C. I need to find a new frog though, since the upper corner of his is broken off and the lateral adjuster is missing as a result. Is that a part you might be able to find?

[@justplanefun]

I think I may actually have one of those on the shelf. I’ll have to look. Are you on FB (do you use messenger)? Or Instagram? I’m mjtoo on Instagram and you can find me at “Just Plane Fun - the parts division” on Facebook

[@dmchidester]

@@justplanefun I am on Facebook, yes. Do I just private message the actual group page? I'm David Chidester on FB.

[@dmchidester]

Alright, I joined the group and I think I messaged you. You're the group admin Michael, am I right?

[@pandaboy1872]

Hi guys can somone help me 0ut here i have recently taken up the craft and have been given two planes 41/2 and a 101/2 but both are missing the screw from the back of the yoke that the brass adjuster runs on can these be purchased if so what are they called many thanks

[@justplanefun]

Replacing them is no problem. Email me at [e-mail] and we’ll hook it up

[@pandaboy1872]

Im in the uk will that cause an issue

[@justplanefun]

@@pandaboy1872not necessarily. The shipping will be a bear but not completely unreasonable

[@dandelie2067]

Reeds planes sells brass yokes new adjustment wheels

[@portalgarden]

Can I buy a y lever/yoke from you? How do I order and how much do you charge?

[@justplanefun]

Email me at [e-mail] and I’ll get you taken care of

[@kendion4597]

I may have a couple yokes for you on this project if it's still active.

[@djokosantoso8679]

Hay, i need y adjusting for 12-004, can you help me ? Thank you

[@justplanefun]

I’m sure I can. Is that the split yoke? Or was it still a single?

[@djokosantoso8679]

@@justplanefun like this www.stanleytoolparts.com/yadlepin1.html

[@djokosantoso8679]

@@justplanefun my y adjusting lever is broken 😞

[@justplanefun]

@@djokosantoso8679 - find me on Instagram at mjtoo or on Facebook- “just plane fun - the parts division” I have the yoke you need

[@xomoho]

i need one my own its broken

[@lilystrong9870]

mine broke, do you ship overseas?

[@justplanefun]

I do ship all over the world. Let me know the best way to contact you. If you’re on Facebook, the best way to get me is on FB messenger