Woodturning: First look at the Elbo II Hollowing Tool

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@israelcharo1563 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for this thorough video, and for the detailed review of the Trent Bosch system in one of your other videos. I wonder if you could say a few words about why you've settled on the articulated rigs rather than the Lyle Jamieson rig? If I understand correctly the Jamieson rig does not suffer from the one shortcoming, range of motion, that you pointed out on the ELbo II. And for smaller vessels, say ones you would use a 3/8 or 1/2 inch shank tool for, are you still hollowing by hand? Thank you!

@ScottsMiniWoodshop 7 ай бұрын

I went with the articulated rigs (Bosch and Elbo2) mostly because of their small compact size. Jamieson rig is huge and I'd need the room to store it. My shop really is 'Mini' and space is at a premium. Between the two rigs I have, I'm in pretty good shape for what I like to do. I'm sure the Jamieson rig is great but I've seen it on display at several symposia and I'd have trouble storing it when not in use. As far as hollowing smaller turnings without a rig, I generally do what's most time efficient. Sometimes it's just quicker without the rig. I broke my right collar bone a few years ago and sometimes it doesn't like me hand holding the tools. On those days, I'm going straight for the rig regardless of the size of the hollowform

@DacaTimberworks. 3 ай бұрын

I've been looking to get into hollowing and have been eyeballing this setup. It seems pricey but looks way more sturdy than the Simple rig. Carter has a similar system too but i havent found many reviews on it. Im kind of in your boat where im limited on space and currently only have a Rikon 14"

@ScottsMiniWoodshop 3 ай бұрын

I love the elbo 2. If you have specific questions about the jig and your lathe reach out to Tim Yoder. He will definitely be able to guide you. His website is wtwtim.com/ Another jig worth looking at is the Trent Bosch hollowing jig. Also a bit pricey, but generally with tools, you get what you pay for. Good luck with hollowing and thanks for watching!

@DacaTimberworks. 3 ай бұрын

@ScottsMiniWoodshop yeah bro I like ur channel it's pretty straight forward and easy to watch. Thanks for getting back to me. I'm tossing in my mind between the Bosch Elbo and Jamieson. I probably just need to reach out and call all 3 lol. Keep up the good work.

@ScottsMiniWoodshop 3 ай бұрын

@@DacaTimberworks. you'll be happy with any of those 3. Bosch and Elbo are both relatively compact so they're easy to store away. Jamieson is a great system but it's huge. Something to consider if storage space is an issue. Just something to think about. And thanks for the kind words about the channel, very much appreciated.

@DacaTimberworks. 3 ай бұрын

@ScottsMiniWoodshop I was able to chat with Lyle and Tim on the phone for a bit. Tough tough decisions. I'm leaning towards the elbow to get me started and able to do small and mid sized stuff and then get a deep setup later when I get a better lathe. Thanks for all the input.

@ScottsMiniWoodshop 3 ай бұрын

@@DacaTimberworks. for what it's worth, I have both the Bosch and the Elbo 2. I tend to favor the Elbo 2 most of the time but there are times that the Bosch is the best solution. It would be difficult to pick just one.

@grbmds2751 9 ай бұрын

Looks like Trent Bosch's Stabilizer except Trent's doesn't require the standard tool rest as it's self-contained. I love Trent's; very efficient, easy on the turner's shoulders and was an excellent addition to my tools. I don't think I'd do anything to improve Trent's.

@ScottsMiniWoodshop 9 ай бұрын

I have both. The only downside to the Bosch Stabilizer is that the unit needs to be readjusted if you switch tool bar diameter, or make some sort of shim for the tool rest. The stabilizer is also better suited for working at the end of the lathe which is a + or - depending on your lathe setup. Personally, I find swapping between straight and hook tools a bit quicker with the Elbo 2. I also find setting the laser a bit easier. But if course this may just be personal preference

@grbmds2751 9 ай бұрын

Probably just what you're used to. I find the camera on the Bosch Visualizer (which I also have) easy to use and essentially foolproof when hollowing. But, again, just preference and whatever makes it fun and allows you to concentrate on the overall work you're doing rather than using the tools is best for me.@@ScottsMiniWoodshop

@ScottsMiniWoodshop 9 ай бұрын

@@grbmds2751 congrats on the visualizer. That's a great piece of kit!