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I have been cleaning up the shop. In this process, I have made a few shop upgrades. The first project is lowering the bottom shelf and putting on new wheels on the worktable. The new wheels will take more weight. The lower shelf will allow me it store the pantorouter on it. The second project is making a new foot for the grinder stand I built last Fall. I pulled off the leveling feet I had on there and attached a single piece of 2 inch angle iron. This looks a lot better. The third project is to demonstrate some of the alternate uses of the new shop stair. One is to use it as a step stool the reach higher places in the shop. Another is to use it as a platform for bringing heavy items into the shop.
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@greenbriar64 9 лет назад

Frank, I really love the way you approach your projects! I love that everything isn't completely thought through and you have to change things as you go! It reminds me of how I work. My favorite was when you had to cut the end of your kids bathroom cabinet. I appreciate the honesty and reality, it helps me understand I'm not the only one that has to roll my eyes and do it all over again!

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Even with a lot of planning, everything is a work in progress.

@greenbriar64 9 лет назад

Yes I agree, I love that you recognize that! hanks again for doing what you do. Your work is very inspiring to me!

@MarkLindsayCNC 9 лет назад

I love every video you make, Frank. I swear that you could shoot video of nothing but you changing light bulbs and I'd have that sucker expanded to full screen, in 1080p, and I'd still lean forward to catch every detail. Some great ideas in this one. Thanks!

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thanks! don't tempt me I might just do a video about changing light bulbs. lol

@LostWhits 6 лет назад

I want to see a video of the bulbs changing themselves.

@BROUSBLADES 9 лет назад

This is the best channel on youtube, period.

@peterbrownwastaken 9 лет назад

It's funny the first and last projects were so practical, but I really liked to aesthetics of the grinder cart upgrade! It looks much better!

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thanks, I think so too.

@s0nnyburnett 9 лет назад

Those rails are a real back savers. Ingenious system, makes everything so easy.

@DarkRaptor99 9 лет назад

The cart idea out of the steps is amazing engineering! I don't they anyone can deny it on that project.

@DarrenBoss1984 9 лет назад

I find it amazing that one of the reasons you chose this house to move into was the fact that you could build a woodworking shop there - and it's just a hobby. If I said to my gf (actually I'm trying to now) into buying a house just for my hobby - it has a massive seperate building - she would tell me to go naff off. You have a very loving/tolerant wife :D

@dstarr3 9 лет назад

I'm pretty sure this is what he does for a living. He just doesn't show a lot of his commissioned projects for (I assume) privacy. His commissioned projects that he does show (like his Jelly Studio stuff and his Japanese restaurant projects) are on here because those pieces are on display in public anyway.

@johnconklin9039 9 лет назад

We bought a new house and moved just so that I'd have room to build a stand alone shop. I don't think it's that unusual, lots of people build pole barns to store RV's, boats, ATV's etc. Not to speak for Mr. Howarth, but I'm fairly sure hes an architect and does woodworking as a hobby.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

My lovely wife wanted to move and I had only one request, it had to have a place for a shop. Mostly we moved for the schools, we looked at a lot of houses that would have been easer to have a shop.

@andrewrowe4897 9 лет назад

frank howarth Should have just moved north over the river then. ;)

@DarrenBoss1984 9 лет назад

My girlfriend has requested a swimming pool - damn :(

@TheDrummist88 8 лет назад

Man it is so frustrating, I'm totally new to woodworking and literally stare at a piece of 2x4 for 4 hours with no idea what to do! I have no idea how you manage to be such an incredible woodworker but also have the time and patience to be an incredible videographer around it as well! Fantastic, Love this channel!

@738polarbear 8 лет назад

If you literally stare at a piece of wood for 4 hours without doing anything I suggest you take up a different hobby

@danieldavidson8149 8 лет назад

TheDrummist88 the way I personally come up with new ideas is I clean and organize my shop as I clean I find things and get ideas to work on

@TheOneWhoMightBe 7 лет назад

"I have no idea how you manage to be such an incredible woodworker" Time. You don't just pick up a piece of timber and suddenly start making craftsman quality furniture. You have to fail time and time and time again until you start getting it right. Also having some quality tools is a *big* help. Poor quality tools will frustrate you no end. I've only had a dedicated workbench (and then only 600*1200) and some decent tools 9Makita) for about a year and a half, and my work has advanced probably 200% over the rubbish I used to make. It's still pretty terrible, but it's now of acceptable quality that I don't feel the urge to junk it and go watch TV instead. :D

@LedSatriani 7 лет назад

I find that looking at furniture online and watching RU-vid videos of people making stuff really helps spark my creativity. Just find ways to get inspired, and next thing you know, you'll be more upset about having too many projects you want to do.

@JosephQPublic 4 года назад

Create out of necessity.

@SmokeFlame1 9 лет назад

You must spend a great deal of time editing your videos. They are so well done. And your children will always remember this great part of their childhood. love your projects.

@stepcorngrumbleteats7683 9 лет назад

Man, I feel nearly the same way every time I see one of your videos. First, what a Great Idea....and Second, why isn't this kind of thing taught to us ? I actually have a degree in Architectural Cabinetmaking, and boy, how nice it is to see someone show how to move large pieces around and work on them without back pain or damage. Thanx Frank, work on.

@darbinorvar 9 лет назад

Great video Frank. I just remembered what old tv show your videos remind me of - The Secret Life of Machines. I don't know if anyone is familiar but it is a great British show, long since off the air.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thanks Linn, I had heard about that show but had not looked it up, I will have to do some watching.

@Josef_R 9 лет назад

Reminds me of a narrator from Sesame Street a long time ago.

@MRrwmac 9 лет назад

Reminded me of "Planes, Trains and Automobiles". Your Feet, Legs and Wheels. I knew you had some plan in mind for the stairs on wheels but never would have guessed the use for moving heavy objects in and out. Which is fantastically innovative!

@ole9421 9 лет назад

I just want to take a moment to comment on your style, Frank. I'm subscribed to a lot of wood working channels but find your's to be the absolute best. Bravo!

@heffatheanimal2200 9 лет назад

The trolly and rails for the crane is brilliant! Nicely thought out

@GregsGarage 9 лет назад

Simple projects that make a big difference. Nice work.

@desktorp 9 лет назад

Your shop is so instantly recognizable.

@20vK 9 лет назад

Last project of the three is B.E.A. YUUUUT-I-FUL. Poetry in motion! Love your videos Frank - even more so, now I have an appreciation of your speech situation. It was really hard to nail the rhyme behind the hypnotic rhythm of your past voiceovers. The narration has always been awesome, btw - but certainly freed up and became more fluid since your "I like to make stuff" piece. You've become a better producer as a result. I always look forward to every vid from you. Your design aspect is envious. Richie

@woodbldr760northco.4 9 лет назад

That shop is getting better &better,

@robertswilder 9 лет назад

The cross cut and miter box was an awesome idea and I loved the crane.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

A friend told me to cut steel with a saws all. that seemed sloppy to me so I built the miter box and it works great.

@gold_space 9 лет назад

A little late in coming, I've watched all of your videos (among other youtube woodworking regulars). Your videos are always appreciated. Well thought out (and I can imagine a lot of work behind the scenes) to relay the exact woodworking related story that you want. Mucho Gracias from a wannabe woodworker. Besides an artisan, you're also a very good storyteller, I hope you take that in stride.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thanks!

@harryjnr2335 8 лет назад

the stairs idea around the shop is excellent

@TheShavingWoodWorkshop 9 лет назад

I like the addition to the stairs, that has got to make things a lot easier for you.

@CrownMountainWoodworks 9 лет назад

I love the dual purpose for the stairs. In and out of the shop and a "step stool" for around the shop. Great work and video production as usual.

@sparrowbachman156 9 лет назад

I like taking things apart I made as a kid, I'm usually amazed at how good my ideas were all those years ago and how nice they turned out considering I hardly had any tools to work with.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

yes, the memories that come back and the mystery of the memories that must be there but are not remembered.

@1Howdy1 9 лет назад

I was thinking the same thing. Things I built when I was 12 with joinery and pegs are still holding up 40 years later. In my late teens discovered drywall screws and plywood - been downhill ever since. I'd be a really good woodworker by now if I'd never touched a power tool.

@larry527az3 9 лет назад

I like your solution using the stairs as a base for the tracks. Looks like it's works really good and the stairs are certainly strong enough to handle any load your hoist can take. Thanks again for another enjoyable video.

@LeviShores 9 лет назад

I wish I had seen your miter-saws-all years ago... I've only approached one metal working project (the base/table of my CNC), but that little gem would have saved me some heart-ache with non-squared ends! Thanks as always for sharing your work and producing these engaging videos.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

it worked great. and the steel does not get hot like using a grinding wheel

@supermonkee48 9 лет назад

I'm envious. Your random shop projects turn out better than some of my finished projects! Great work as always.

@wfparrish3 9 лет назад

The concept for the stair is like canal locks. Brilliant!

@ManuelTOrtega 9 лет назад

brilliant production… calming… with the correct tools leverage wheels most things are possible!

@wfparrish3 9 лет назад

Well said, Manuel T Ortega ! I like to follow his videos. He is a master woodworker who has every machine tool you can't find anywhere. He is also a pro videographer.

@ManuelTOrtega 9 лет назад

master craftsman... William Parrish

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

I had not thought of it that way, I like the idea.

@_P0tat07_ 9 лет назад

Last one was very creative. You're a genius frank. Thanks for the videos

@philipdowner3109 9 лет назад

The stair track for the crane is genius!

@NickFerry 9 лет назад

Nice few updates Frank - shop progression is always fun!

@ScrapwoodCity 9 лет назад

I loved the animation and the mechanism on the last part! Thanks for sharing!

@brentcrawfordrrt 9 лет назад

I watch a lot of woodworking videos, and yours are always my favorite. The quality is unmatched.

@johnwishneusky7125 8 лет назад

Re the speed of your drill press for drilling steel: a simple formula relates cutting speed to rpm. It is: rpm = 4 x cutting-speed / diameter. (cutting-speed in fpm, diameter in inches) This can be a workpiece diameter wrt lathe rpm or equally, the rpm of a drill press vs drill diameter. For mild steel cut with HSS tools, the cutting speed is 100 fpm. It looked like you were drilling maybe a 5/16" hole in the angle, so you should run the drill at 1280 rpm or less. You weren't pushing the drill hard at all... I'm with the rest of your commenters - I really enjoy your work.

@jimmassey5763 9 лет назад

Frank, great idea on the cart and rail system to move equipment out of the shop!

@Blagger3000 8 лет назад

An ingenious solution that works perfectly. Thank you for sharing your ideas and practical solutions.

@DavidSmith-zi7fx 9 лет назад

I found one of your videos a couple of weeks ago. I immediately subscribed and have watched all of your videos over and over. I just love how you explain and go through the lessons learned during the build process. The videos are a work of art. Thanks for putting so much time and effort in the videos. They are a joy to watch.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thanks

@MikeWaldt 9 лет назад

Very enjoyable and innovative Frank. Take care Mike

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

thanks Mike

@ariiiiigold 9 лет назад

Mike is a real bro. I see him in the comments of every video.

@JeremiahL 9 лет назад

You make the best woodworking videos that i've seen. I like how you discuss the planning process, and the logic that goes into your design decision. I also like the aesthetics of your shop. There is something about that old american Iron that feels better than anything for sale today. You can tell that you walked a tight rope between form and function when you laid everything out for your shop design... I'm inspired to make my own videos eventually..,

@handdancin 9 лет назад

i like that the secondary use of those stairs is kind of the same as the primary use, just for things instead of people

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

I love that idea! a stair for everything

@batbawls 8 лет назад

I think this is in my top 3 YT channels, along with AvE. I'll leave a third little mystery. Thanks Frank.

@random110 8 лет назад

+John Smith I agree. Now I really want to know your third, in case I am missing someone!

@thetrunkshop1499 9 лет назад

just thought I would let you know that I love the way you put your videos together - very uniquely your own - very clean and crisp - and I can't get enough of them - great work Frank!

@Boudico 9 лет назад

Pretty sure I could watch a video of you sweeping out the shop. Always entertaining.

@gregevans6741 9 лет назад

You have the dream shop frank, enjoy all your videos , keep them coming

@MartyBacke 9 лет назад

I like your Sawzall crosscut/miter box :-) It's a good idea actually

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

I'm amazed at how will I can cut steel that way, Much better than an grinding wheel in a chop saw

@sebi0ppvc 9 лет назад

I'm hoping that in the future I will be able to have a shop just like yours. It's great, and I love what you do with it. Thanks for the videos Frank

@joryhamblen4343 9 лет назад

I love the imagination and "mother of invention" creativity Frank. Excellent work sir.

@whitehedr 9 лет назад

I always finish watching your videos and projects with a smile. Thanks Frank, you made my day a little brighter once again. 😃😃 ROG

@RedowlMB 9 лет назад

So jealous of all that space and so many great tools like your jointer!

@christschool 9 лет назад

One of the things I like about Frank's videos, all of them repeated below in the comments, is the level of commenter on his videos is a step above the rest of RU-vid. Lots of good questions, no trolling and even some good ideas and suggestions.

@NikiCanotas 3 года назад

Amazing. It inspires me on what my studio can be. Keep chuckling Frank. 😀

@ajiththai 9 лет назад

Too much for me frank, Frankly speaking, if my father would have lived long, we would have met you by now. My father is like you, made lots of good a plan for moving things. I miss my father, internet made me remember him by watching all the wood working. Thank you very much for the video. Awesome.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thank you.

@greenskin3000 9 лет назад

That was a really neat idea you did with the stairs and cart. Thanks for sharing!

@IAmKyleBrown 9 лет назад

As always, amazing film work. Highlight of the woodworking community! Love the repurposing of the stairs, practical and easy.

@dessertman1181 6 лет назад

Not only are Franks projects the coolest his video skills are some of the best In the business

@dhyanais 9 лет назад

Great idea with the last upgrade. Love it.

@francisbarnett 9 лет назад

You have built a really amazing workshop, love it.

@pmelchman 9 лет назад

All we can say is..... Thanks Frank. BRAVO

@BenBrandt22 9 лет назад

Nice work as always Frank. I always pick up some inspiration or insight watching you work.

@Keith_Ward 9 лет назад

Outstanding work as usual Frank.

@turbocobra 9 лет назад

Very nice updates, thanks for the video Frank!

@santiagopavan7290 9 лет назад

No puedo parar de mirar sus vídeos!!! Quería felicitarlo por dejarnos compartir con usted sus trabajos que con tanta dedicación hace!!! Un saludo desde Buenos Aires, Argentina. Pd: Me encantaría que pueda hacer algún juego de ingenio en madera.

@troyharlow24 9 лет назад

Your videos always inspire me Frank, thank you.

@Nordraw 9 лет назад

As usual great ideas and work. You are a lucky guy to have that shop to work in that's for sure.

@czellner5894 9 лет назад

Another very well done production Frank. Love the crane as too !! Just what I've been needing in my shop. Thanks, Charlie

@afsecaira 9 лет назад

the last project was AWESOME

@specialk22tt 9 лет назад

Very clever Frank. Great editing too.

@TWiumph 8 лет назад

I thoroughly enjoy watching your woodworking skills and video production. Too bad there isn't a "Like Twice" button because I've caught myself watching the same video a second time months later. Thanks for reading!

@ichhalt1535 9 лет назад

Your videos always a really enjoyful to watch and are really good made/edited. Just pure awesomeness.

@terryholdredge6393 5 лет назад

Fun to watch a brilliant mind at work.

@SyberPrepper 9 лет назад

Great ideas for the stairs and trolley system. I chuckled when you mentioned the good and not-so-good ideas when rebuilding your own projects. You mentioned making the holes so tight for the carriage bolts and I do the same thing. Of course I'm normally wondering why I cut that stile a half an inch too short. :)

@MrSlientdeath 9 лет назад

The speed for the steel on the drill press was fine. You can tell by the shape of the chips made.

@MrHarborFreight 9 лет назад

Another Great vid Frank! Yup... When I grow up, I STILL wanna be....JUST LIKE YOU!!! Have A Super Blessed Week!.....Gus

@Grossincomer 9 лет назад

I am not a wood worker Frank but your videos bring me such peace. You make me want to go drop $5K at Home Depot for a starter kit just to make a cutting board! If I were to spend $5K US in tools plus wood what would be your recommended starter package and what would be my fist project? Others may reply but I would really like to hear from you Frank. Thank You for all you videos Frank. Thumbs up on all!

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

I would get a bench top table saw and build a 4x8 or 4x6 table around it out of 2x4s and mdf. I would get a cordless hand drill, I use mine constantly. I would hit garage sales for wrenches and sockets and pliers and screwdrivers, you can't have too may screwdrivers. garage sales are great for this kind of stuff. Then some kind of chop saw. A bench top drill press and a 14" band saw and you probably just over grand and that's if its all new. I would follow the adage that you should buy the best quality tools you can afford. putting down some money on a tool that won't last was a waist but spending a little more and getting something that will do what you want it to for a long time is an investment.

@Grossincomer 9 лет назад

frank howarth Awesome Frank. I will start chipping away. Thank You.

@hunterdogztc 9 лет назад

Danilo SubMOA Just my two cents. So many people who view other's shops and see their awesome collection of tools are overwhelmed by their investment......................but few realize NOBODY acquired their collection over-night. In my case, it has taken me a lifetime to assemble these tools. Like most, I started off modestly and have added / replaced tools as finances allowed. I'm a big fan of a yellow legal pad and a freshly sharpened Ticonderoga #2 pencil. Make lists of what you would like and then try and prioritize that list. I really like how Frank has brought new life to older tools. Be patient, (a critical skill for woodworking anyway) and realize the joy is in the journey. Have fun.

@garrymeador252 9 лет назад

It must be nice to have a shop big enough to use and store this upgrades.

@treel0798 9 лет назад

Hey Frank I wanted to let you know a little trick for drilling through steel. If you dont already have one go to Harbor Freight and pick up a cheap set of vernier calipers. Measure the drill bit you are using and use this formula. 4 x cutting speed of the material of your drill bit (divided by) the diameter of your drill bit. Most drill bits you have would be high speed steel so if you were using a half inch drill bit. you would do 4x100(divided by).5 and get 800 rpm. (if you have any carbide drill bits your cutting speed would be 400) so you would do 4x400(divided by) .5 and get 3200 rpm. Just a helpful tip i thought you would find use in.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Thanks, that is helpful. I'm going to print this at put it by the drill press.

@bricago2302 9 лет назад

One site lists this following cutting speeds for various metals as: stainless steel-80; mild steel, cast iron-100; bronze-175; aluminum, brass-200. This assumes you're using high speed steel cutting tools.

@tpobrienjr 8 лет назад

Interesting project. That DW radial-arm saw must be one of the oldest in existence, but it seems to cut well. Thanks for the Stair Story.

@woodworkingtao4246 9 лет назад

Great video. I really like your cart ramp and crane set up.

@AndreaArzensek 9 лет назад

Frank(ly), you're a genius!

@DanielVilarino 9 лет назад

Very nice Frank, thanks for sharing! Cheers! Daniel

@diegocamacho3100 5 лет назад

A Master of wood! Hello from México!

@jono9549 8 лет назад

If the angle iron was turned to put the metal UNDER the grinder stand it would remove both a tripping hazard and be it's own shim. Good up grades all around!!

@Castle6064 9 лет назад

Great video Frank. Looking forward to your 2015 videos. I am sure that they will be just as entertaining and as informative as ever.

@1983mojo1 8 лет назад

Your shop is the best.

@thingyee1118 9 лет назад

Another excellent video Frank !

@LouAdzima 9 лет назад

Very good job, Nice idea. Now I understand the stair better!!

@williamberger2178 9 лет назад

Brilliant solution! Always look forward to your videos, and dream of having a shop half as good as yours.

@CSSIandAssociate 8 лет назад

Frank, this is my first comment after being a subscriber for less than a week. Good idea and safe idea on the stairs will have to look into that. Thanks....

@1airgforce1 9 лет назад

I love that cart.....good job

@JDobsable 9 лет назад

Once again you blow my mind Frank! Absolutely brilliant stuff. Keep it up

@vaulimere 9 лет назад

Great video as always Frank.

@barretthageman3350 9 лет назад

Awesome as always. Wish I had to talent for the videoing. If I focus on the video the project takes forever, if I focus on the project I forget about the video. Oh well, I will keep trying. Thanks for the great videos.

@frankmakes 9 лет назад

Ha! I know the problem.

@dalesworld1308 8 лет назад

Love the animation at the end. It's like I'm watching Gumby! I need a crane like yours.

@jpisty 9 лет назад

Frank does it again. Another great video. I love this channel!

@mohammedsalim5881 9 лет назад

I only have one word for your work.... EXCELLENCE! Very inspiring work my friend and very well explained, thanks for sharing :)

@pcranebmw 9 лет назад

Another great video Frank.

@tristanwhitman9074 7 лет назад

Your stop motion is outstanding, and I should know I teach film at USC. Nice work my friend!

@keldsor 9 лет назад

Hi Frank ! Oh, I love your wooden department ... wish I had one like it ... but I'll have to only dream ! You clamp the rails to the stairs ... wouldn't some sort of taps under the rails into the stairs be better ;-)) ... maybe even some sort of wedging on the side of the stairs from one end to other - then you don't need these clamps !