Unique Tool Cabinet from a Recycled Machine Pulley Guard

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[@PaskMakes]

I find these repurposing projects super fun and you can really end up with something quite unique. My Free Plans: paskmakes.com/free-plans/ Many of the awesome hand tools I used in this video, from Niroc tools can be found here www.niroc.com.au Use the code paskmakes to get free shipping

[@Vickie-Bligh]

Yes, I find it worthwhile. First, it's useful to you and fills a need you had in your shop. Second, it's a wonderful example to others how to repurpose items, especially items that seem to have no other use. Mostly, this was entertaining. To watch you figure as you go was so much fun. Thanks, Neil, for another wonderful infrastructure video.

[@hippie-io7225]

Also, it makes tools findable. The satisfaction of such utility is difficult to describe.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Vickie! I reckon it's going to be awesome having those tools organised in their own place. Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@christopherbedford9897]

Heh heh - more importantly, it shows how you can clean up something that to all intents and purposes looks like it's probably useful for nothing but scrap metal and turn it into a respectable, utilitarian piece of workshop furniture 🌞 Not saying it involved a trivial amount of work though - because although it _looks_ easy and only took 20 minutes on screen, this was _not_ a minor undertaking!

[@G.S.W.SewmesomeMusic]

Nothing goes better with morning coffee than a pask makes video! Thank Sir.👍☮️

[@PaskMakes]

No worries- hope you enjoyed it! :)

[@imac6]

You and Matthias Wandel have been really hitting the spot for me recently- it's not necessarily always about the big grandiose projects. I love seeing the creativity and unique style that comes out when a craftsman aims to accomplish a small or quirky task. The attention to detail is a pleasure to observe. Thanks Pask!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - I enjoy Matthias's videos too. :)

[@SamuQu]

Definitely some of the best content in maker KZbin, always something to learn in their videos, be it a technique or some insight on their workflow that really opens up your mind

[@JustinArrington]

It never ceases to amaze me how creative you are and the vision of what can be created out of old forgotten items. Cheers!

[@PaskMakes]

Cath was sorting some stuff out and asked if she could throw it out. In that moment I had the idea for this. :)

[@WarmVoice]

Amazing Neil. Your projects are always so interesting to see. It's cool that you've ended up with such a useful and unique item.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@MrErViLi]

I love this kind of repurposing. I loved the repurposed bandsaw cabinet. I had a similar shelf like that I used for quick access tools. It had 2 lever knobs. It ended up being annoying having the 2 knobs. I eventually made the door hold closed with magnets, when you open and close a cabinet like that several times a day, it can get bothersome unlatching two knobs. Everything about your quick access storage needs to be as convenient as possible in my opinion.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it! I have to tell you that even though the bandsaw cupboard has two knobs on each door, I only ever use one. I reckon this cabinet will be the same. :)

[@ReasonablySkeptic]

Your projects are ALL "worthwhile". Thank you!

[@HBSuccess]

10,000 yrs from now that cabinet will leave a future archeologist scratching his/her head 😂. Great job as always your creativity never fails to impress!

[@TheReformationWoodshop]

Brotha, the amount of content that goes into one of your videos is so amazing. Just the mold for your logo could’ve been a whole standalone video. I always know that whenever I sit down to watch one of your videos I’m getting my moneys worth.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - glad you enjoy them! :)

[@MLFranklin]

Always impressive. A place for everything and everything in its place. That's the way to do it.

[@leiwa100]

Repurposing old stuff is why pallet wood projects are so popular. I enjoy taking scraps and gluing them up to butcher blocks to use when I build.

[@PaskMakes]

It's always fun to make things from scrap. :)

[@ButterflyMatt]

Knobs and posts are brilliant. I know you didn’t invent this, but to think of it and take the time. One of the reasons you inspire and entertain me.

[@PaskMakes]

I really enjoyed those too Matt - they were fun to make. :)

[@DavidLewis-lk4bk]

Sending you my best wishes for a speedy recovery from the UK

[@stephenbridges2791]

I may have said this before. You are one of the finest craftsmen I have ever seen. Your attention to detail is on another level. Well done.

[@PaskMakes]

Not sure about that Stephen but thanks very much! :)

[@Mommamacnz]

I really like how this turned out - it's not just functional but it's quite lovely too.

[@PaskMakes]

Thank you! :)

[@TR_TenSeven]

I'm a bit surprised you didn't make your own oil can. Beautiful work as always, very well done!

[@wachinpntdry.]

loving those latches you made

[@katsbreez]

The color you chose for the inside leveled up an already cool project. The whole thing is classy!

[@zekeriyakazanci9509]

I love repurposing projects and you Sir made it even more fun and inspiring. Please make more repurposing projects in the near future. Thanks.

[@Kenniii3]

As always, I thoroughly enjoyed your video. What a practical and pleasant repurposing of an old part that most people would have just taken to the scrap yard. Thank you for sharing.

[@PaskMakes]

Thank you! :)

[@FriendlyWire]

Great project, Neil! In my opinion, it's always rewarding to see an item repurposed into something useful, rather than buying something new.

[@PaskMakes]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@alskjflaksjdflakjdf]

What gets me is the work you put into finishing your projects. I get to the point where the thing is functional and then all work grinds to a halt! :)

[@PaskMakes]

At least you're out there making stuff - that's a good thing! :)

[@paulbainbridge9358]

The attention to detail is unbelievable!

[@briansvedin1788]

15:06 Something as simple as the cinematography on this shot is so satisfying for some reason

[@terminalpsychosis8022]

That'll come in handy. Very efficient. It is quite handsome too. Nice workmanship. The logo for the artisan touch.

[@SparrowStockwell]

It was so very worthwhile. Your subscribers are delighted by it.

[@Druforithe]

Upcycling projects are some of my favourite to watch, & that’s especially true when you are the craftsman doing it!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! :)

[@philgallagher1]

Neil, I am not a metal worker, or any type of maker. However, I have lost countless hours watching your excellent videos! Your down to earth commentary and obvious skill make the videos seem to fly by! It is clear that you get as much pleasure making these projects as we do watching them. I love when you say things like "The easy way to do this is (whatever)... But I prefer to make it myself just because I like it!!" You never seem to take the easy way out or take short cuts. You are also very encouraging to others, when you explain how a job can be done just as well with simple hand tools - you don't NEED all the big machines to get the same results. Thank you for all your work, and keep it up! Cheers!

[@eranminhar]

Hey mate, you could connect the two opening/closing knobs with a bracket to serve as a handle, so by pulling it down and backward it unscrews the locking mechanism and you could open the door easily.

[@PaskMakes]

The knobs are probably a bit small for that but a cool idea. I have to tell you that I'll only use one knob, the other will be just for show. :)

[@lukearts2954]

Very nice result! Remember that empty space also serves an important function in design. So I'd keep that space above the oil can empty... It balances the layout, imho.

[@ryangross5446]

I call it first order recycling. The item basically never leaves service at all and wastes the least amount of fuel and energy getting recycled so its like the most efficient form. Awesome video and the final product turned out really great in my opinion.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Ryan! :)

[@bgpappy30]

I absolutely love watching your videos and look forward to every single one of them!!! This is a phenomenal cabinet and it was a blessing to watch you make it. Thank you for everything you share with us. You are a wonderful maker Sir! ONE LOVE!!!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - super glad you're enjoying the videos! :)

[@briansmart2045]

Really really nice , excellent craftsmanship , thank you for filming it . Kind regards Brian

[@benjaminreinhardt259]

What impresses me most is your ability to spend so much time on one basic item. I would have whipped something up in 1/2 the time but it would not have had the same style as your solution. I just can't dedicate that much time to a basic need. You really are an artist.

[@peterb327]

Really love repurposing and the JB weld stamping is an awesome idea

[@briancalvey4997]

I enjoy your videos, so many skills on display, with a low key delivery, really appreciated. A nicely made, useful item. My only comment would be that the logo isn't needed.

[@sapelesteve]

Terrific work repurposing that tool cabinet Neil! 👍👍

[@alanmittan4651]

Really miss your "Scrapwood. Challenge" and then you used scrap aluminum in this project! Excellent! So maybe you could start a new series called Scrap Alumimium or Scrap Metal Challenge?? You are one of the few persons that seem to be as comfortable working with wood as metal. Great work! Plus I enjoy your re-purpose work as well.

[@ronnieahman6958]

The cabinet looks awesome, but not surprising when it's made by a super skilled craftsman

[@marymigliore3396]

That is so very nice ! You always do such nice work !!!! TAKE CARE !!!!!!! 🥰

[@bluecollarscholar2732]

Great job working through both the design process & fabricating

[@tomim7187]

Absolutely gorgeous. A real sweet mini cabinet.

[@ianvicedomini2648]

Love it neil. It goes extremely well with the rest of the cupboards you've made and gives the whole workshop a fabulous industrial feel. Brilliant video sir

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Ian - the workshop is slowly coming together! :)

[@serefine927]

Love this lil cabinet, it is just cute and fits all its tools so perfectly

[@yobgodababua1862]

Fantastic work. I love it when my tools have special places to live and it's even better if those places are convenient to where they get used!

[@davestinyworkshop]

Brilliant idea, it's got me thinking about using an old metal toolbox on the wall for all my different drill bits

[@mrsockyman]

Looks good! Nice to see a blend of machine and hand tools used

[@DanteYewToob]

Amazing! That job weld trick never gets old! I started to try it once but my carving was absolute garbage… lol so I gave up. I definitely want to try again and this is a great reminder! I still have the cheap cutting boards laying around too. Maybe I’ll use my router and try something simpler to start. Thanks as always for the inspiration!

[@brianciuffini4582]

Some of my fondest memories of my first house and garage shop were the days that I spent doing projects like this one, repurposing things that I had for organizing and they brought the character that makes a shop feel special. Thanks for this video and a trip down memory lane!

[@huntz3215]

Always an adventure - starting with "I'll just do this little thing" then 3-4 jobs later you ask yourself what was I doing again. Nice repurposing of materials. Had a niece give me a musical birthday card which she got a kick out of - in return I made a toy chest with a Greeting Card mechanism that plays music on opening. $8 on ebay & record whatever you like.

[@rjung_ch]

I like the 'bringing back to life' approach. Aprove 🙂

[@benh554]

love watching how you re-purpose old items instead of just tossing them and making new

[@MTRDave]

I think the logo and raised bars at the top and bottom would be cooler in Black, but regardless It's so awesome watching you reuse things for new purposes. Much love from Scotland.

[@ampini212]

That's the kind of fabrication I love to see. I love the older green "machine" color but the patina is always appreciated in a machine shop, in my opinion. Excellent either way

[@Zogg1281]

Videos like this are awesome because they show people that almost anything can have a new life as something else. It also keeps something out of the bin (even the recycling bin). I was born in Africa and came to the UK when my grandparents and Mum decided to come home to the UK. In the Western world, if something breaks, it normally just gets dropped in a bin and people buy a new item to replace it. Thankfully people are finally learning from the developing nations that always try to fix things or turn them into something else. We're getting better at it, but we have so much further to go. Emagine a future where there are no more rubbish dumps or land fill sites? Where anything and everything can be fixed and everything that has finally reached the end of its many lives can be fully recycled. I'm hoping that I might see that day. It's videos like this that will help to push our world in that direction 😊👍👍👍👍👍

[@Leipreachan-ar-meisce]

Great work. I always get excited when I see your videos pop-up in my feed. Thanks.

[@jenksify]

Great job. Any origanization of tools is always a good thing.

[@woodfather]

Your jb weld logo / impression technique is stupidly brilliant 😍

[@TheParkAttendant]

Great work with the JB WELD! Now you helped give me a few ideas.

[@tinkeringinthailand8147]

I did a similar thing with an old oil barrel, it was for my painting stuff. I made shelves and hooks in the door an put Teak shelves in the body. Loved it Neil, yours looks so much better than mine 😅.

[@PaskMakes]

Sounds awesome! :)

[@AlAmantea]

Great idea, and fantastic workmanship as always, Neil!

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

Was it a worthwhile project? 🤔 Hell yes!!! Outstanding in every way. 👏👏👍😀

[@egbluesuede1220]

amazing as always. I've got a while till I retire, but i think your shop will be what I model mine after. Gotta get the kids through college first and then move my shop out of the basement.

[@terencecottington4273]

Wow what an amazing job. Your skill level and your imagination is on another level. I was glued to the screen watching you work..

[@tobiasbostwick9002]

Super clever idea, wonderful execution! YES, REPURPOSING IS COOL! Thank you for sharing.

[@chesimons8862]

Thoroughly worthwhile as always

[@ottohasibeder9432]

You always make such cool stuff and your process is always so good. You're honest and inspiring

[@kylierobles8776]

You're so cool. I was so excited when the mold pulled away clean and then got happier and happier as you added all the things towards the end. Definitely a worthwhile project.

[@Ede74]

Hey Neil, thanks for showing

[@theeastman9136]

Great little cabinet; practical and stylish, the essence of good design. Thank you.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Aside from the functionality of it, it's a great looking piece for the wall!

[@icouldmakethat1183]

One of my main inspirations to try making things and start a channel!! Thanks Pask!

[@jewdd1989]

It’s beautiful and well worth the effort! I loved your bandsaw repurpose and this one might be my favorite for the fact that it’s round and I love your logo on their front. Looks like it was bought that way! I love all your builds and can’t wait for the next one lok

[@allanpeters4403]

Something new from something old - very nice!!!

[@rickfazzini22]

Very cool! I’ve built a few cabinets to house tools and it’s such a good way to keep track of tools and see if any are missing at a glance. Only issue I have with it is if you ever want to add anything you have to totally reconfigure it to goth anything else.

[@bobbyjackson4452]

Another great job. Thank you for the video. Like you, I also like to re-purpose things rather than buy or build new when possible. It makes things interesting & keeps my mind working.

[@MCsCreations]

Really amazing work, Neil! It looks fantastic! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@recurvestickerdragon]

That looks magnificent! So handy and stylish, clean and comfy 💜

[@ocpbmuse]

Now I’m looking around the garage for some old cool junk I’ve held onto for far too long 😅! Very nice!!! Love the rotating knobs!!! Reckon you’ll wish you only did one with a bit of everyday use…

[@billybike57]

Outstanding repurposing for tool storage 👍🏼

[@bushman4124]

upcycle is always good, but you made it perfect

[@nevet1212]

I always am amazed and inspired when I see your projects!

[@Xtian982]

Of course it’s worthwhile! It’s just a pleasure to watch you work

[@mindyhall4638]

You really are an amazing craftsman with so many freaking skills!!! Well done on the repurpose project; looks great!

[@_dooley]

I like this theme. It makes me look at stuff that might appear to be garbage very differently.

[@markweiner4430]

Anything you make is a worth while project!!

[@susanchurch3974]

You are my favorite maker. I love watching your repurposing and in-process problem solving.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Susan - Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@gezimcakerri6886]

Yes indeed. It was quite worthwhile. Good job.

[@paulmartin7737]

That is a fantastic piece of work, love to see you re-using old stuff that would otherwise be scrapped

[@Rangemaster26]

Very cool! I loved your idea of using JB Weld for casting your logo. I hadn't thought of using JB for that and I'll keep it in mind for sure.

[@699hazard]

Such a cool looking build! Thank you Neil

[@bikefarmtaiwan1800]

Super job ! Very well thought out and as usual excellent craftsmanship

[@paulbuffington9709]

You could cut your logo out of acrylic and attach it with E6000 adhesive. I love your repurposing projects the most.

[@thechosen2033]

Thanks for sharing, that turned out really great. And also thanks for sharing the "mistakes", it's always good to know, that no one is alone in not thinking their projects fully through. ;)

[@steampunk8036]

Awesome job! I really like the way you saw potential in a discarded object. -Rick, USMC

[@michele7944]

Any project that gives you pleasure is a “worthwhile project”

[@captbuscemi]

Love it! I’ll ask the obvious question - why the inverted logo?

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - glad you liked it! The logo was reversed for the mold but the correct way when it was cast. :)

[@quilcine809]

Yo Pask. That little cabinet is sweet. Nice work my man.

[@robertr4193]

Pretty neat looking cabinet.