Vintage Bench Grinder Restoration.

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/ @ajrestoration My team and I had a really great time restoring this grinder! This is a bench grinder from Taiwan and was made in 1983. This is a model 306c and I have no other information on it. Not even Google knows. Anyway, this little grinder made a beast of a polisher. I really needed one, as you can see in my videos I used a DIY polisher made out of an old tumble dryer motor. Now I can polish everything in style.
It is a great feeling turning something old and ugly into something I can be proud of.
Credits to my twin Sister for nailing the label sticker placement on try one.
Credits to my Brother in law for the epic camera work.
It has been an absolute blast.
I hope you enjoy the video.
If you have any suggestions for improvement, or compliments share them below!
Please leave a like if you did like the video, please subscribe and feel free to comment your thoughts and as always thank you for watching. #ASMR
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[@amitbhattachariya9357]

Very Nice Restoration Work. i wish to see more such videos from you.

[@evelynsia460]

I liked ur presentation, me, very little knowledge, was able to learned a lot, a million thanks for ur video

[@AJRestoration]

My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@zbigniewsoja9206]

I enjoyed this more than you can imagine

[@ebra.him000]

Glad I've found this video, just begun restoring exactly the same kind lol even had the same issue removing the end caps they did not want to budge. This is my first attempt at doing something of this sort wish me luck

[@AJRestoration]

Good luck buddy! These grinders are great!

[@poetnk]

I can't believe I found this video with a grinder almost identical to the one I'm restoring. Mines a 1984 "Buffalo Tools" model B-6CB, and I'm telling you the inside is identical - they probably were built in the same factory as mine says "made in Taiwan". Three things I found "wrong" with mine: No capacitor was installed, so you have to hand spin it to start up, the aluminum switch you see at 11:47 was bent the wrong way, and the bearings were stuck on the shaft (all other videos I've seen, they remain stuck in the housing as yours did).

[@snakepliskin4297]

It's interesting you mentioned that cuz I just tore apart an old craft grinder circa 1980 and both bearings were stuck on the shaft.

[@poetnk]

@@snakepliskin4297 I've since seen videos with it both ways, but I can see a benefit to installing them in the housing vs hammered on the shaft. The shaft has some play in it, and if they're in the housing it's much easier to snug it up the way you'd like. That said, I've since repaired my grinder and left them on the shaft and it's been fine.

[@robc8468]

Yeah I don't think there were any grinders like this exported from China in the 1980s. Taiwan quality is and was much better I doubt the China made tools will last as well.

[@zachlemon4935]

Excellent video mate! Gotta love these old Taiwanese grinders, they just never die :D

[@danielkelly32]

Do you know where the screw tools are I think it's in the table.

[@metelgodful]

Awesome job looks beautiful that's the first time I've ever seen a screw on holder for the buffing wheel on my bench grinder I couldn't replace the sticker because it was so badly tore up couldn't see what brand it was so there's no way I can order one but that looks nice with a brand new sticker on it awesome job

[@AJRestoration]

I also didn't know you get them, here they are called pigtails in the hardware shops. Easy grinder polisher attachments.

[@robc8468]

I have almost that same grinder from the same era, except mine was a USA model wired for 120 volts and 60hz. I had to replace the broken push-pull switch and I did a gray re-paint over the original blue. It has the original bearings and is still running strong.

[@timwalsh8198]

looks like a "Mark 1" brand - I have one a LOT like that except its a model B-309 - 110V 1/2hp. I got it cheap because the bearings are about shot. common with cheap grinders where the metal bits get flung everywhere and end up in the bearings. I'm planning to get some good double sealed ABEC 3 rated bearings. I'll be sure to let you know how it turns out!

[@AJRestoration]

Yes. Please keep us updated.

[@georgsteinle747]

Danke sehr fürs Video,sehr gute Arbeit,Schild mit Meisterlogo finde ich klasse! Mit besten Wünschen&freundlichem Gruß aus Deutschland!

[@AJRestoration]

Vielen Dank für die freundlichen Worte, ich weiß das wirklich zu schätzen. Ich hoffe du bleibst dran, ich arbeite bereits an einem anderen Video.

[@rbyaldrzee6657]

Beatiful

[@restaurandocoisasvelhas]

Excellent video. Hugs from Brazil.

[@rjhyden]

This almost identical to one i picked up today for 10 bucks at a garage sale. It is Sharp model SE 327B. It is also Taiwan and it's missing a screen on the wire wheel left side. Will watch with interest what you do with this one. Zero info on the net about mine , also.

[@AJRestoration]

Hope you manage to restore your grinder perfectly. Enjoy it.

[@1631coop]

I’m restoring almost the same grinder, thanks for the video. Do you know what size bearings those were and where did you find them?

[@AJRestoration]

No idea, usually the bearings has a number on the side, that will tell you what size the bearing is, and you will probably find new bearings at a local engineering company, that is where I got the for the grinder bearings.

[@natek7638]

Nicely done, the grinder looks great. Im restoring one that is very similar but it is missing the capacitor, would you be able to share the specifications or where you got it?

[@AJRestoration]

Yes I will have a look and let you know on the cap.

[@michaelhoward1900]

@@AJRestoration I have the sane question. Did your find the specs on the capacitor? Thanks in advance!

[@umpy3152]

Hi. Beautiful job! I took mine apart to install new bearings. The end caps came off alright but the fan was loose on the shaft and just slides back and forth. I assume that it's a press fit and if so, I'm not sure how it became loose. Can you tell me if indeed the fan presses on? Thanks.

[@AJRestoration]

It is a press fit if i remember correctly

[@groovin1957]

Can you show me how the on off switch goes back together. There 2 springs that popped out and I have no idea how to put it back together.

[@evelynsia460]

Question, what is d size of d capacitor? I bought a grinder n d swap meet with out testing, when I got home, it's not working, I brought it to the repair shop, capacitor s missing and will charge me labor $40, so I tried to see if I can do it myself.

[@AJRestoration]

I will have to go see what capacitor is in there. You can do it yourself but the size of the capacitor does matter. I think it was something close to 16uf.

[@larryolson5136]

I need that very same switch push and pull. But I could not find one anywhere. Mind was busted , but could not find out who makes the grinder. It also is vintage and from taiwan also. Any suggestion on where to get one...............Thanks .Larry

[@AJRestoration]

Some places sell them, perhaps ebay, I keep an eye out for things like that when I visit the recycling yard.

[@robc8468]

I mounted a steel single electriclal box cover plate on mine and replaced the push-pull with a toggle switch. I believe that 40 year old switch is made of that rare material called "unobtainium".

[@newchampagneauto2736]

@@robc8468 i have to same issue with my witch do you have any part numbers or anthing to help me out

[@nickFullerton-tb7dz]

I have the exact same grinder, but it doesn't run. There also was no capacitor in it. Could you tell me what capacitor that is?

[@terrystover7365]

Very nice!!

[@AJRestoration]

Thanks!

[@somethingit8107]

Nice restoration, you seem to be amazing at this so it makes me wonder how long you have been restoring?

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you! I have been restoring things ever since I was 13 years old, but I have been taking it seriously since 2017.

[@somethingit8107]

@@AJRestorationyour welcome, I'm 15 but I have plans of restoring as soon as I get a job. To be honest you your a lot more professional than other channels but too bad you don't have all the tools you need like a lathe or milling machine

[@AJRestoration]

You won't regret restoring as a hobby, it never gets old, and there is always something to restore! Thank you for the compliments. And yeah I will have them lathes and milling machines. I will probably find one to restore sometime in the future. L

[@somethingit8107]

@@AJRestoration that's great and your welcome, hope you find what you need you should check ebay or Amazon but usually Amazon doesn't have that kind of equipment

[@nickFullerton-tb7dz]

You forgot to add made in Taiwan on the sticker.

[@juliencromwell7433]

What is the name of the parts with the spring n the black plastic

[@AJRestoration]

I have no idea.

[@Nesterman]

Great Job! Where did you get the eye shield replacements?

[@AJRestoration]

I can't remember, I thing they were part of another grinder, and I just retrofitted them.

[@gianlucamarciano3695]

After thirty eight years that grinder gets a new dress. I think you are a meticulous restorer.

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you very much

[@phwagz9251]

I have begun restoring an old b&d bench grinder .. I think it has a bad starting relay 120v6a .. this part is impossible to find , can I substitute a starting capacitor for the relay?

[@mahmoudkazzaz1878]

How much is the strength of the mukasaf?

[@corinnedefreitas9094]

Coucou , bonne nuit , tysy tube ! Bisous à toi mon amour, à Bientôt 😘👍🏻👍🏻😄😄😃😃♥️♥️

[@lpconserv6074]

Just subscribed yesterday. This is a bit different than the one you did most recently in that it has a centrifugal start assist instead of a capacitor. I am having mine disconnected and brought into my indoor shop to start my rebuild. I am pretty sure I am going to have questions once I open it up....

[@AJRestoration]

You are correct! I almost forgot how the other one worked! Just remember how you took it apart haha

[@hectorlao8604]

SUPERB!

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you!

[@metelgodful]

Damn that's a lot of parts I redid my bench grinder and there was half as many as parts as on that one you got your work cut out on you for that one that's for damn sure I would have to write a number of them parts just to remember where they went and how they went on some job though

[@AJRestoration]

This grinder had me scratching my head more than once!

[@rossmarino7977]

Hello I have an old grinder too it still works but the switch is not working properly it's like yours how do I fix this switch and put it back together I can show a photo Please help

[@YOUR_Bro515]

Cool

[@AJRestoration]

Epic!

[@zondepa5537]

Very nice! How did you make that sticker?

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you for the comment. We had a local printing company print our own design for this grinder.

[@zondepa5537]

@@AJRestoration Thanks for answering. Is there any cheap printer that cen do it too? Does anyone know it?

[@AJRestoration]

You should be able to do this with a laser printer. They are able to print on glossy surfaces.

[@zondepa5537]

@@AJRestoration Thanks! Great stuff! I will also try to apply it on the silver/chrome stickers instead of aluminum for my makita newer tools. I will also try the aluminum as you did. Many thanks again!

[@ильяФедоров-я8я]

Молодец все круто!

[@alejandrojosecarrasquelgar686]

muy bueno este video me oriento para hacerle mantenimiento a mi esmeril de banco

[@AJRestoration]

Nos alegra poder ayudarte con tu proyecto

[@erikalmighty]

How do you make your replacement labels/tool badges?

[@AJRestoration]

We design our own labels and have them printed at a local printing company.

[@katlegomohlala5545]

Is it worth buying old stuff and restoring. Or just buying brand new

[@AJRestoration]

For me I like restoring, so I like old stuff, for the average person buying new or used is better. Unless you like restoring things.

[@michaelhoward1900]

Mine is similar and is smooth and I paid USD $ 3.00.

[@puriamehri9274]

Good please restore some pliers and angle grinder

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you for the comment, we will keep this in mind.

[@tombarlow6176]

Dagsê AJ jammer om te pla maar het jou gevra hoe groot jou kompressor is wat jy gebruik om sand blasting te doen . Mooi geseënde dag vir jou

[@AJRestoration]

Haha Tom jy pla nie. Die compressor wat ek het is i ou 900L/min compressor met 'n petrol engine. Hy werk nog soos i bom, ek blast vir 5 ure straight sonder issuer.

[@theropesofrenovation9352]

I was with you till 12:51 What are you doing there? And what is it?

[@AJRestoration]

Boiling a kettle haha I thought it looked cool back then.

[@theropesofrenovation9352]

@@AJRestoration It did. I thought something was boiling! lol

[@tombarlow6176]

AJ. baie mooi restorasie ek het die selfde bench grinder hoe aan met die goeie werk

[@AJRestoration]

Baie dankie Tom! Ek is mal oor die tiepe bench grinders!

[@bernardsantiqueengines3128]

Baie mooi gedoen. Ek dink daaraan om vir jou projekke te stuur. Ek het baie ou grassnyers en ou goed.

[@AJRestoration]

Baie dankie! Ek waardeer! Dit sal great wees, ek se nooit nee vir so paar extra projekte nie. Email my op my KZbin mail, dan kan ons sommer daar gesels? Jy kan die email sien in my "About'' section en dan by "Details"

[@bernardsantiqueengines3128]

Ek gebruik nie email nie. Maar maak gebruik van Watsapp en Facebook. Waar is jy in die land? Ek is in die weskaap.

[@АлександрЧекунков-щ2е]

👍👍👍

[@BERTYWEIR]

Should have a cover underneath for the electrics.

[@AJRestoration]

I did make one, I just forgot to put it in the video. Silly me, Thank you for pointing that out though!

[@Clarkson350]

Buffing wheel setup scares me

[@legion18x37]

1980s is vintage? I remember a lot of junk being made in the 80s

[@AJRestoration]

Anything older than 25 years is considered ''vintage''

[@robc8468]

Tools from the 1980s were mostly quite good, cars from the 1980s were mostly crap.

[@dimitrischwarz9246]

Всё классно сделали кроме одного, подшипники запресовывают по внешней обойме.

[@AJRestoration]

Спасибо, я не уверен, но думаю, что так и должно быть?

[@kmccontube]

When pressing bearings try to press on the side that is being fitted. Don’t press through the balls.

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you for the tip.

[@AJRestoration]

Makes sense, I'll do that next time I have to press in bearings. Thank you for your guidance!

[@arashzergan3741]

Why don,t the type made in taiwan.?

[@AJRestoration]

My apologies, but I don't think I understand the question.

[@metelgodful]

When using those cleaner chemicals you really should wear gloves rubber gloves some good strong ones because after a while those chemicals take their toll on your hands you might not feel it now but a few years down the road you will told a friend of mine about that he never wore gloves now his hands are cracking and bleeding so I was just a little advice and his hands didn't start cracking till he was in his mid fifties and he was told because I'm not wearing gloves and using chemicals that's what happens took a little bit for his hands to heal but they didn't heal all the way he still has problems with them just a word of advice for later on down the road better to wear gloves now

[@AJRestoration]

Yes I agree, I do have gloves now. I did start to feel a small toll on my skin with all the chemicals.

[@biryazarr_43]

Rot balans sı kaçık geldi bana

[@AliAli-ll2qj]

Too slow work

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you for the comment. I will try and speed thing up a bit.

[@Alabamaweldinginspector]

If you don’t like the content then don’t watch it stupid .