Worlds Best Parts Washer? All in one. Hot wash degreasing, Rinse, Vapour Hone/Blasting.

[@volvogt21]

That has to be the gold standard of diy cabinets you have created Jim. Brilliant stuff and thanks for sharing.

[@rongill4199]

Hi Jim I have recently sold a vapor blast unit and curse the day as you say the speed and finish are superb I look forward to seeing your build list has I have the same sand blast cabinet as you are using and was thinking of making it into a Vapor blast unit but the three in one is a fantastic setup. PS I just did the ABS removal on. BMW R1150R as per your video👍👍

[@michaelinmon522]

Look forward to watching a video on how you created this cabinet!

[@putzp7457]

Hello Jim. I am very interested in your ultimate parts washer. Would you be willing to sell plans and parts list for your cabinet? Or some pictures showing how it all goes together. I wouldn't need a wiring diagram. Thank you for making the video.

[@bennyb.1742]

I'd buy them too.

[@LS11971]

This is my new favorite vapor blasting cabinet build, that thing is an absolute masterpiece. Thanks for sharing.

[@Sugarkryptonite]

Would love to see the other video regarding how it was built, etc!

[@philiprowntree8307]

Hi Jim, I have just recently started watching your show, channel !! . I was a keen mechanic 30 years ago and I’m still loving it. I live in France now and don’t do much in the way of mechanics, but I love watching your videos, thank you ❤

[@somatic85]

I’m really impressed. As someone who has about 20 years in as a technician I really enjoyed watching the thought and consideration of every addition! If this gets out enough there is sure a high chance of possible endeavors out there for you. Great job pal

[@SupercarSeany]

We need a through walk-through on how to build this for those of use who are less resourceful than you. Fantastic work!

[@SupercarSeany]

Back rewatching this 8 months later and it’s still amazing how cool this video is. Give us the diy and parts list!

[@petercrowl9467]

Thanks!

[@CameronConyer]

This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen. So satisfying. I’m considering starting a restoration business and this setup along with a laser setup would have me smitten.

[@chrisTiFur76]

Hi Jim have you made the video on the build of the machine yet? Thanks

[@Biokemist-o3k]

New subscriber here. WOW ! How did I miss this over the last three years? I have been researching building something like this and I am so happy I found your channel. This is incredible. I suppose it has seen some heavy work and I definitely want to t see how it stood up.

[@therockenduro]

This is amazing. I built a vapor blast cabinet and was given a commercial parts washer that I use a bucket heater with but this is a whole other level.

[@greatdane3343]

Awesome job. I assume you have a diverter for the drain for each cleaning process?

[@jacktad1971]

Jim, what an awesome bit of kit! I have been looking at a blasting cabinet and watching this video has just made my mind up into doing something similar. I am looking to build a workshop in the coming months and this is definitely going to to be included in the plans. I look forward to watching the videos once you've edited them on how you constructed it but, in the meantime, I will do some research on the individual components so I won't be completely pilfering your idea. Keep up the great work as it inspires me to do more and more myself.

[@kevinmartin5960]

Absolutely amazing machine, first cabinet I’ve seen that can do all, bravo.

[@matthewharmer1656]

Great cleaning machine, I wish I had one!!! Great credit to your skills..

[@MrJonnoG]

That's some excellent work you've done there, and very clever too! I literally laughed out loud even you showed us your solution to the door sealing conundrum. Brilliantly simple, but so very effective. I haven't checked your channel yet, as this is the first of your videos I've seen, but I'm really hoping that you've given an update on how it's faring and any revisions you've made. I did have an idea on how you might cut down the changeover time between the different processes by eliminating the manual rinse - a loop of pipe around the inner perimeter at the top of the walls, fitted with spray nozzles similar in design to those in a garden spray irrigation system to direct fresh water over all internal surfaces for a timed flush with fresh water should do the trick at the press of a button.

[@davidmaldonado4849]

I’m very impressed. I love to build one but need to know what parts to buy then assemble. ❤

[@geraldfitzgibbon7428]

Jim ur a clever man. And im sure u have worked hard all ur workin life.to come up with smarter ways to work. Is very good.so u provide the best service to ur customers.

[@liamhotspur9182]

awesome! quiet big the cabinet too.

[@vicepride2568]

Awesome setup mate! I got myself a sand blasting cabinet and was planning on turning it into a vapour blaster.. be good to see your list of parts as well; I might head to your Patreon page for that. Keep up the good work Matt

[@bluehazeboy]

When I de-rusted the fuel tank on my Suzuki gt750,I used 20 litres of evaporust & done in hot weather,it was like it had just left the factory,within a few days it had flash rusted,so after a bit more research,if found out that if you use distilled water, it prevents the rust returning,3 years on & its still like it’s just left the factory.so you could submerge any parts with steel into distilled water, & that’ll prevent the rust returning.greta channel,I enjoy the content.top job mate

[@advxnturxwithmx]

Hey Jim! I'm hoping you have a link to the hot water wash pump and your electric components to share. Thanks and great work!!

[@royriccomini5565]

Can you share a how to build guide for this? I'm really having trouble finding all the info needed...thanks

[@jrobmycrt74]

I might have missed it but How do you keep the runoff from each process separated? This is amazing work

[@T0tenkampf]

This is what I fail to understand. Maybe he allows his aqueous degreaser to be the carrier for the slurry but how to keep it from mixing with the greasy runoff from the first step?

[@Jazzzzles]

Brilliant. Many thanks for sharing.

[@mranthonye]

I’m well impressed Jim. Love it

[@ttsrusUK]

Thanks for sharing, great vid.

[@jimallen199]

Brilliant bit of kit that.

[@nuffysbuilds3750]

Best DIY version I have seen. Just about to start building my own….. damn it, now I want the hot wash included 😂 well done bloke, thanks for sharing. “Nuffys Builds” complete approval 🏍🇦🇺👍🏻

[@ChrisSofos]

You did an absolutely perfect work building this cabinet! Couldn't be more jealous! Impressive!

[@Christopherbever]

This is absolutely amazing. You thought of everything!

[@Francois_Dupont]

i worked at the biggest engine rebuilding plant in north america. he had a couple of engine cleaning booth. they worked like this: -rotating sprayer like a dishwasher spinning inside -boiling and steaming water inside the cabinet for about 1hour -we added what looked like either dishwashing or clothes washing powder inside -the engine part were on a stainless rack that would rotate inside

[@octavios8081]

Thanks for sharing, you're awesome!😉

[@Francois_Dupont]

@@octavios8081 i discovered later we used peroxyde in powder form. you can buy it in the USA as "Oxyclean" powder. it is normally used to wash clothes. the hotter the water the better it works. dont forget to rince afterwards.

[@spankeyfish]

@@Francois_Dupont You definitely don't want to use real dishwasher detergent, lol. It's caustic so it corrodes aluminium.

[@grider8344]

Mate that is super.

[@capitolraceworks]

what a build!! please do a build video of this!! what cabinet did you start with? I want to start my build asap!

[@kochykoo]

This is a badass build you done... 🍻🍻🍻

[@simonbarber8564]

Absolutely amazing to see this Jim Love your setup 👏😊

[@erikeggenbakstad]

It's definitely useful. I have an idea to start a one man company at home cleaning parts and do surface restorations, etc. Thank you for the upload Jim! Cheers

[@adamhodson8337]

What a great idea! How do you recycle the slurry underneath? Have you made an adapter to divert the waste whether it’s slurry, hot degrease or rinse?

[@tadracket448]

Brilliant!!!!

[@FixitFred]

I just found your channel and this build. This is epic. Skookum is a great Canadian word from AVE. Skookum would definitely describe this it Brilliant

[@goncalocastrosousa3056]

Perfect machine!! Very well done!! Thanks for sharing!!👌👌 When will you put next video about it?!??? 😅😁😁

[@oldschoolcars3318]

Simple rotary switch like you find in a DIY car wash, a power supply, a plc, a few motorized ball valves, a few LEDs and a bit of programming and you are off to the races

[@levtrader4015]

Thank you very much. Very professional approach and inspiring!

[@rolandsmith2141]

For someone who has OCD. that was an excellent therapy session. Thanks

[@Fixin2Ride-Official-]

Awesome Video! Love the machine. I'm getting ready to turn my soda blaster into a vapor blaster for my restorations.

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

Wow!! What a great piece of kit doing all that in one unit.

[@dmh11185]

Bravo Jim

[@kaferbur]

Hello, can you tell me where I can get a tank to heat the water as you indicate in the explanation at minute 4:33, I really appreciate the information.

[@E.force89]

Absolutely brilliant

[@robertcurrey1929]

I’m loving your cleaning station, and am in the process of designing building something similar. One thing I’ll add is some magnets! Your door flap, a few magnets to hold it up out of the way for load/unload as well as when down. Some magnets for the gloves to hold them out of the way when desired as well.

[@w0ffle]

I thought your van was snazy, but this is friggin awesome!

[@garyspracticalworkshop357]

Very Good - No such thing as ACD when it comes to getting the beads out , great idea with placing under water and using an airline - I will remember that . Great video all round . Gary - Gary's practical workshop

[@johnnyspropshop]

Link to Facebook not updated. Fantastic build thanks for sharing.

[@sthildas4857]

Yes Jim we love that, time saving will pay for itself eventually, great. #detailingworld #vapourblasting #sgs

[@kyushalimit5931]

Love it! i am starting to plan the build for my system now and would love to see more of the ins and outs of what you did here, are you still planning on a video showing that? i dont see it on your channel

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

Nothing planned for this one, although I'm starting to figure out the design of MK2, full touch panel control, etc. Fully automated changeover. There's a big, long conversation thread on my Discord about the build. Most of the information is there. I'm really sorry, but you'll need to be a Patreon to get at it. Link in the description.

[@kyushalimit5931]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV appreciate the response, I will join Patreon I don't mind contributing for the knowledge, not sure I want to go crazy with a touch screen one but maybe I can be convinced haha I will take a look at discord.

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

No worries 👍 see you in there 😁

[@pauljohnson4868]

Awesome!!

[@yassirc3681]

Can you provide a 'build your own' document for this vapor blasting cabinet?

[@adrianholliman2830]

Hey guys, what an amazing project! Was there ever a follow up video on the construction of this?

[@stevemaskell5829]

fantastic machine just what i need Any chance of a build video or some pointers on plumbing please

[@laurentcrozet2622]

hello amazing work !!! the best machine i never seen !! do you have videos of the assembly and the list of accessories you used please ? many thanks

[@boltonky]

That rubber idea is one of those kiss moments you go WTF did i not think of that, going to use that for my both my dry and vapor blaster. Also the post cleaning process is well thought out it always pains me trying to get those few bits of glass off after a clean. Think at somestage i will build an all in one machine as saves so much space. :) Great video

[@T0tenkampf]

Yeah I get a kick out of seeing everyone put caulking over the top of cheap chinese weatherstripping lol.

[@kevinquinn-y1n]

How do we get the parts list ? This is an epic build !! 🙏

[@bertl500]

You are genius😊😊😊😊

[@ryanharriss7950]

I envy your setup! PLC is a good idea, something like easyrelay or Siemens, easy to program in ladder. Could even automate some of the process. Cheers for sharing.

[@stryderwatson]

Arduino will be much cheaper.

[@Sebbaru93]

Could you please make a build video getting into the details of how you built it? How do you prevent the slurry from contaminating the degreaser? Does it drain into sewage? Are the drains separated?

[@stevemaskell1973]

Second that, have watched over and over again trying to work out plumbing Please do a video on build up

[@lukaszkus9937]

Awesome 😎 👍

[@michaelcaton9358]

My dream garage workshop would have one of these.......

[@luke0b708]

Nice thing. well done

[@rocketbob]

Lots of great ideas. Thanks for sharing

[@victorgonza4528]

Outstanding Jim , it's been a while since we see a video .

[@larrys.3992]

Very nice!

[@22mrwright]

Savage job mate, fair play to ya

[@andrewnambudripad762]

Back in the carb days, valve carbon deposits were a big problem because it inhibited heat transfer into the chambers. This would prevent proper air/fuel mixture especially at low in-cyl temps. Every tune up, the simple solution was to "steam clean" the engine with water (*not* ATF). The tech would it up to operating temperature, trickle water into the primary side, and the second it hit the valve head, it would begin to break the caked carbon deposits off. Since the carbon essentially was acting like an insulator, the temperature on the valve face would be way closer to the in cylinder temperature. So, the worse off the valve was, the hotter it'd be and the lower specific heat transfer you'd have, the more time the water spent on the valve decaking the carbon. It also takes "gradually" (over a few thousand strokes, say) works its way through the layers of carbon, so there's no danger of rapid metal expansion/contraction to lead to issues. The minor amounts of carbon (incomplete combustion leads to NOx, different carbon oxides etc, all of which come out on the exhaust stroke-- over thousands of miles, which is why your valves have carbon build up to begin with) just leaves with the excess water. This is a super interesting build. A PLC is super expensive overkill for this. Like, the logic of an Arduino would be more than sufficient to both run a GUI, safety systems (eg to make sure proper flow is being produced from your media source pump, making sure that the pump isn't stalled out by sampling current draw, even monitoring the compressor system).[1] Then use the money saved to buy used industrial quality valving. Anything from Parker will basically last a lifetime. If it's on ebay, look for something reasonably clean. Usually companies will replace them well before they're worn out as a safety. Look for something used in a factory, not in the field. (Field use is "use it till its dead, then keep using it") Rain-X on the viewport will likely help with any condensation/spray. Alternatively, misting cold water will do you right. That leather solution is really interesting! In addition, 3M Yellow weatherstripping (not black) on the door might get you an even better seal. Speaking of seals, any concerns with blasting/watering/etc with seals on em? Either for making them dry out or having media/dirt embed in it? Vibration tumblers are worth taking a look at. My machinist buddies who work on super precision assemblies that require very low surface roughness will use them after they're done machining their work. Both to get grime off old parts or to finish new, pristine parts (in different machines of course). It basically acts like a deburrer on steroids and the only downside is the noise. As annoying as an ultrasonic wash, though as useful. Valves are controlled via the typical "manifold/solenoid/valve body" setup. PLC/Arduino talks to solenoid. There are so many different versions of solenoids based on what you want to do. Like if you want to dial in argon flow to the parts-per-million, a needle valve will need a solenoid that's in closed-loop but the current and duty-cycle (how much time the solenoid is needed to be on in order to adjust the valve) will be pretty small. This'll be expensive because it's a niche item, and because of the precision required for the nerds to ensure their low-volume products operate properly (mass-flow meters are hard to make, they say). On the other hand if you're running a crane, the duty-cycle might be 30% with a pretty high current draw. This could be as expensive as the argon valve controller, but not because of the precision (in fact, hydraulic systems usually have a specified acceptable fluid loss rate) but because how beefy those actuators are.[2] [1] PLC's are basically there as cheap insurance for paying jobs. If a contractors perspective, you're spec'ing out a HVAC for a 30 story highrise and the aircon goes down on a 30 degree day, "blame Siemens" is a more acceptable answer than "blame my Arduino". Also, from an owners perspective, since there are so many Siemens/ABB/Rockwell/Honeywell guys out there, if I own the building, I want to know I have a secondary contractor available to get me out of the issue. Hell, you're paying 100k's quid minimum even tiny Aldis, the licensing to run a Siemens PLC is nothing [2] And because of the safety critical components that'll have to be sourced. A crane (non-Chinesium) won''t make it to (legal) market without BSI/CE/DIN/ISO/etc certs, plus the industry themselves will agree on standards. Each unit will individually be tested at this level. This is why a mining LED hard-hat light and a Milwaukee one cost literally 10x off even though they look/feel identical. The acceptable failure rate on a Milwaukee might be 97%, while in mining it's probably closer to 99.7%. I duno about on cranes, but on jets, all hydraulic lines have 100% redundancy. Even cars require lines to be double-routed out from the ABS unit, in case one circuit fails. This is also somewhat related to Siemens' pricing. Their platform has to be pretty bullet-proof.

[@krazed0451]

That thing is awesome! Sorry if I missed it in the video, which size cabinet are you using for this system? 🙂

[@RobAKemp]

Oh my god! You sir are a genius. I have been looking at various video’s recently on making your own vapour cabinet, but this just blows them all out of the water! Have you changed anything or improved it further, would love to know. Plus if you have a list of parts available I’m sure you would get your hand bitten off for it. Well done Jim.

[@kuladeeluxe]

Enjoyed the tour of your setup. Do all the processes drain to the same tank?

[@Arachnoid_of_the_underverse]

Looks good Jim it will certainly stand you in good stead and make rebuilds quicker to turn around. Dont forget to label your buttons before you press the wrong one.

[@blacktopmods]

when will you have the full build how to available?

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

There won't be one, unfortunately. All the information I have is in a dedicated chat on my Discord.

[@blacktopmods]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV - would you happen to have a playlist of the YT videos you watched to put yours together?

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

@BLACKTOP MODS I pulled information from all over the place, not just KZbin. Once I had a good idea of what I wanted, I just made it up as I went along. Not really that difficult if you get a solid understanding of how these things work. If you want a shortcut then maybe look at purchasing some build plans from someone like: howtomotorcyclerepair.com/ Just a Vapour blasting cabinet though,. no hot wash.

[@JimBiddle.]

Does an amazing job, really did look like new.

[@adamdiaz8442]

Hey Jim been two years know how it still going have u made any other enhancements to it great work mate

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

It's going great guns, it's had different lights, a new replacement slurry pump and a wiper motor. Apart from that, it's as it was when I built it. It's done hundreds and hundreds of hours of work and hasn't really given any trouble. All in all I'm really happy with it. 👍 I've started working on the design of MK2 but that's still a long way off!

[@bobkuzyk5562]

LOL, you're on a whole new level! I really enjoyed your video Jim, truly amazing work! Like many others, I was hoping you were going to put together a series of videos detailing the construction and setup of this unit, along with plans and a detailed parts list. Of course, available for a price, I believe today more then even a few years ago, there would be a huge market for it, from nirmal DIY individuals to many businesses that would purchase the total DIY, videos, plans, and parts list package, or even as a complete unassembled kit. Sadly, for me, it looks like you won't have it available in my lifetime. Being in my 70s, I often forget my clock is winding down. I'm also trying to finish the restoration of my 1965 GTO so I can leave it to my grandson once I'm gone. I'll keep checking back to see if things change. If you are keeping a list of interested parties that would like to purchase the plans, please add me to the list. Thank you, Bob Kuzyk [e-mail] Cabada

[@bryanwhitton1784]

Three years later and I am curious if you have set up the electrically controlled ball valves. I would really love to see that.

[@JanELohne]

Great intro. When will part 2, as you mention, that goes deaper come out? Can not see it on Patreon site either. Wonder most how many watts of heater? Will not the introduction of cold compressed air quickly cool the degreaser fluid?

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

Thanks for the comment, there isn't a second part unfortunately. If you are a Patreon then please join the Discord Server. There is a dedicated chat relating the the parts washer. I'd be happy to chat as much as needed and share my experience building it. There are also a couple of other people in the group that have also had a go building one with some good ideas.

[@syncrosimon]

Very nice👍👍

[@nickjones7737]

Did you wver upload the document of what was installed?

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

All the information I have is available in my Discord.

[@nickjones7737]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV brilliant, I'll have a look for it! Only stumbled on your channel yesterday and love the setup! I'm only a county down from you! Have a great weekend!

[@nickjones7737]

@SuperbikeSurgeryTV sorry Jim, not finding your discord easily when googling for it or off your main site or youtube. The twitter link is broken and Link logo only goes to one video on youtube so need the urls fixing! I have a small shop in Pilning doing cnc plasma cutting and powdercoating. Love bikes and cars so if we can ever help you out please consider it!

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

​@nickjones7737 Hi mate, sorry I think some of the links have changed, so the older videos have the incorrect ones. I should probably work back through them and change everything. If only I had the time 😂 Links below 👍 www.patreon.com/SuperbikeSurgeryTV discord.com/invite/Z57syVHYwb www.superbikesurgery.co.uk

[@nickjones7737]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV cheers chap! Just signed up to patreon and having a read through it now!

[@harleyhoracio1]

I think you missed your calling! You should be selling these things ready to go! Nice work!

[@RallyeRacin9]

This video is nearly two years old. Sadly you didn't release the build video you announced (3:40).

[@JayGee6996]

I wonder if there’s a way to incorporate components out of a dishwasher into the cabinet

[@yucannthahvitt]

The blasting media in oil passages thing had me wincing. I had a head rebuilt years ago and the shop didn't clean it well enough. Turbo oil feed was at the back of the head, you can guess what happened. Filled my CHRA with what looked like sand, cost me two turbos in the end because some more dislodged at some point. Somehow it didn't ruin the cams. I had no recourse because it was a new build with used turbos. Now when I get a head or block back from cleaning and machining, I clean all of the passages myself.

[@craigfiles7067]

How are you separating the drain between degreaser, slurry & cold-water rinse, are you using a 3-way ball valve? Do you have a build video or plans that i could purchase so i could build my own.

[@steventimme5268]

Love the idea. Nice job! I think I need to do this. One suggestion...use water tight switches installed INSIDE the cabinet to actuate solenoid valves to change from one operation to the next. No need to remove your hands from the gloves over and over.

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

You are not the first person to suggest this! Personally don't think it's such a great idea. It's such a harsh environment inside the cabinet even the best quality switches wouldn't last with the heat and high pressure. I'm already on my second set of high quality billet aluminium waterproof lights!

[@steventimme5268]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV True watertight switches aren't connected directly to the switch. It's just a mechanical linkage with a rubber seal connected to a remote switch. Even if it did leak, the liquid wouldn't harm anything. I can send a drawing if you're interested.

[@Ibonneau]

Looks amazing. Any updates on a build or more detailed video? 🎉🎉🎉

[@Michel-y3p]

le lavage à chaud se fait à combien de degré ?

[@jbretel]

Be great to get an idea of how you've connected up the three tanks - I'm building a large cabinet with all of these, possibly with three tanks (Wash, fine and super-fine GB. if you have a few more details on your design / layout I'd love to see them :-)

[@182mcg1]

Nice job but you need cerakote coating it nice ceramic paint

[@Ed1987.]

Looks amazing, now i need to build one to :) only does vaper blasting the alu camshaft surface not any problems ?

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

I wouldn't go near an aluminium bearing surface with it. It'd probably be fine but given that they are clean anyway and hidden inside the engine there's no point 👍

[@digiface]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV thinking the same about the alu gasket surfaces. Do you check they’re ok with a straight edge?

[@ODETTEROLLINSON-DAVIES]

Hi Jim, stumbled across this video, awesome build! You mentioned other videos / parts etc, how can I find some more info on it? Happy to subscribe if it’s paid for info! Cheers!

[@philipmcnabb7312]

Hi , mighty job 👍 What degreaser do you use Thanks Philip

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

www.machinemart.co.uk/p/5-litre-parts-washer-concentrated/

[@richardfox9067]

What light you got on that mate