What I learned after

SHARPENING 200 DRILL BITS

I tried and failed before. A long time ago. I thought it was something difficult, but turns out the problem was me. This video was made to share what I've learned so far.

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Making an

auto-retract threading tool

This video shows how I made this auto-retract threading tool, including the square knurled adjusting wheel.

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Let's face it, no one does this on the lathe.

Expansion Arbor

In this video I'll make this tool that will help me refacing the flanges of some old carburetors - SU H2/HS2 - on the lathe. Then, I'll replace the throttle shaft bushings and check the result of the completed work on the surface plate.

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KBC Tools & Machinery Promo Code

15 April, 2025

To celebrate 60 years, KBC is giving $60 off orders over $250. Use code 60KBC1965NBR at checkout if you’re ordering...

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MAKING A HARDWARE ORGANIZER CABINET

02 January, 2022

I used to have all my bolts in one large box. It was fine when I only had imperial bolts for my Mini, and I knew where all...

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YET ANOTHER HARBOR FREIGHT BLAST CABINET - PT1

30 June, 2021

I’ve had this thing for 4 or 5 years now and it wasn’t until a few weeks ago that I opened the 2 boxes that make...

60s Mini stuff

YOU SHOULD'VE SEEN THE GREEN ON MY FACE

14 November, 2019

Hi there, long time no see. Lots of stuff happening in the last two weeks. I managed to finish what was missing in the engine...

60s Mini stuff

GETTING THE ENGINE READY FOR THE 850 MINI

02 September, 2019

Since I’ve got nothing better to do, I’ve been out playing with some rockers Now I don’t want to disappoint...

60s Mini stuff

4 SYNCHRO GEARBOX FOR THE 850 MINI

20 March, 2019

The so called 4 synchro gearbox was introduced in the Autumn of 1968 and that was a significant upgrade to the Mini driveability....

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