Watch This Video Before You Assemble Your Mill! - MechMaxx SM-26 Sawmill Assembly

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

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[@brendanharris55]

I was hoping to get a sawmill myself. Before these videos I was leaning towards the woodlands Mill. I’m now thinking Mech Max is the way!!

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Definitely an affordable option. I’ll be showing it in action more really soon!

[@carmenmariacortesmarin2664]

Lucas, I am so happy for you! And frankly, you explained the assembly better than the manufacturer. They know who to choose, you just made it easier to get one. Cameron will be happy when he gets a chance to use it with you. Right now, his time is full. Oh, but he will be itching to do it. He seems to enjoy machinery just like you do

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Yes, I think he will really love it when he has time!

[@Pascalore]

First time hearing about this mill maker and I have looked at a bunch of them. Price seems great as a major step up from (dare I say it) Harbor Freight. One thing I was thinking since you lifted the mill head from floor to upright alone, wouldn't it have been easy enough to go ahead and put that on the track before adding all the extra weight? Also maybe add a second water flow valve at the throttle handle for convenience. Looking forward for more on this machine,

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Yes, I probably could have tipped it up right into the rails and then rolled it forward and lifted the other side. This was my first assembly so I didn’t think of that. Also, I have a video coming out Thursday where I add an electric switch to the watering system so I can turn it on from the handle while milling. 👍

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

It matches your tractor color! 👍

[@oakiewoodsman]

That is a darn good color 😉

[@matthewsims359]

very good instructional video. im sure it will help a lot of people. many og the tips you shared are probably relevant with many other brand mills

[@oakiewoodsman]

Like the tip on the oil pan along with the tools in the pan. It is sure doable to do by yourself but another person always helps out. Looks like a good machine. I haven’t really found it an issue to turn a valve to drip when cutting bs the automatic one. Great video!

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Yeah with a tractor it is totally doable. It would be tough to set the mill head alone without it.

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead my dad and I did it by basically tilting the head back and pulling the rail under it. Then we just kinda pushed it up onto it. Worked out well. Now, my mill is still not setup due to lack of flat ground like I once had. Not a very good idea to try to hanle the who setup on off camber ground with my current setup.

[@smeefamily54]

It will be exciting when you move it to the hilltop woodyard. Next building will be the milling shed. Take care and stay safe.

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

For sure! We are hard at work to make the next moves! 👊

[@GoingOff-Grid]

I ordered the SM32 with bed rail extension about 6 weeks ago. I can't wait, hope it gets here soon.

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Congrats! I hope so too! You are going to love it! I am getting so much good out of mine.

[@GoingOff-Grid]

No, it's been over 7 weeks now and they haven't answered my email from 8 days ago. Starting to wonder what's going on!

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

@@GoingOff-Grid message me either on facebook or email to: [e-mail] I'll get your name and talk to my contact at MechMaxx about what is going on.

[@GoingOff-Grid]

Finally got my sawmill today!

[@cedaroakfarm8596]

Good assembly video, ya dun good. Yes, lifting it up so ya don't bend over, perfect. I do it whenever I can. I watched the company video too, your version is much more interesting from q first use/assembly view point.

[@jacadaxray]

Have ordered a SM-26 and was wanting to build a base before it gets here, what are the width measurements on it?

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Outside edges of the track are 30.5” wide.

[@gregorymacneil2836]

Great Video! It looks like a great mill. I can see that a sawmill shed is being built soon! Now, I am only going to say this once in jest - don't slice the SXS into slabs.😀

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

😂🤣🤦‍♂️

[@oakiewoodsman]

I didn’t know using an impact was bad for Nylock nuts. Never had heard that before. That lift is sure handy in this circumstance. Looks like a very nice mill Lucas with some great tips.

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

That’s what I’ve been told. I didn’t want to take chances on this. I figured a few extra minutes wouldn’t hurt.

[@oakiewoodsman]

@@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead sound reasonable

[@AnthonyWheelock]

Can you or anyone tell me the dimensions of the rails the sawmill rides on. Thanks

[@edboley4724]

Nice work, we might need to put you on new tractor set up!!

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

I enjoyed this. It wasn’t nearly as difficult as I was expecting.

[@chrisgramstorff996]

Nice mill , Where is the mill made , I couldn’t find any info .

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Yeah, they are a China based company. From what I’ve been told, they source parts from the same place Woodland Mills does. I believe that to be true as I have operated both mills and they have a lot of similarities.

[@photophreak8]

Loving all the videos - subscribed! Ordered the SM-26 and 20ft trailer last week. Did you ever figure out a way to torque the t-handle of the blade?

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Lot of guys are welding a nut on the handle so they can torque it. I never had any issues just going by feel though.

[@Peter-od7op]

Just got my mechmaxx ty for 5 % off

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Great! I hope you enjoy yours as much as I am enjoying mine!

[@AL-sb9ch]

Just ordered SM-32 and used your 5% code - thanks. I'm planning on installing sawmill on columns to raise it above the ground - what is the exact dimensions between leveling feet along the tracks and between the tracks? Don't know where to find this info

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Width wise center to center is 33-3/4”. They are not directly across from one another. That is why I set up on beams. Overall width of my beams is 37” wide.

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Also thank you very much for the support! Best of luck! Let me know if you need anything.

[@AL-sb9ch]

@@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead Got it, thanks!

[@keithmaggard9024]

Brock doesn't have a lift so I build them on an old boat trailer use what you have to do what you can

[@ilovestrawberries12345]

Thanks for the instructions. It kinda looks like assembling IKEA furniture. I just wonder why they wouldn't have the option of selling it assembled. I would be ready to pay for for transportation.

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Yeah, an assembly option would be nice.

[@Peter-od7op]

Is the 32 in just as good

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

I am currently assembling one, everything appears to be comparable just a larger capacity.

[@Peter-od7op]

Ty for reply i will order the 32 inch i will tell them i watch your vdo

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

@@Peter-od7op be sure and use code “Lucas 5%Off” to save 5%. They should honor it for a phone order too…

[@Peter-od7op]

I tried lucas5%OFF. Did not work

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

I just tested it and it still works. I think there has to be a space between 5% and Off

[@brendanharris55]

My dad and I will also be the 2 guys taking 8 hours to put it together 😂😂

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

😂🤣 Quality time, quality time…

[@nathanganim7431]

This is bullshit. You have way more ability and equipment than anyone else to assemble the mill. Not a fair example at all

[@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead]

Why you so hostile, man. This could have been done without the lift or the tractor. Maybe call some friends…ones that you don’t treat like you treat strangers.