Best Homemade Tools II

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This is our second free ebook with the best

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Bench Grinder Tool Rest

by: Dimitris Polychronis

Homemade bench grinder tool rest

constructed from steel and brass stock.
Inspired by a commercially available tool rest.

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Knurling Tool
by: rossbotics

Homemade knurling tool constructed from

4140 steel and Allen bolts. Attaches to a BXA
tool post.

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Vise
by: CharlesWaugh

Homemade vise constructed from steel plate,

shafting, steel stock, and threaded rod.
Multiple clamping options provide versatility.

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Belt Grinder
by: meanwhileinthegarage

Homemade belt grinder constructed from

tubing, steel plate, contact wheels, a switch,
and an electric motor.

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Forging Press
by: KarlMetalworks

Homemade forging press constructed from

hydraulic cylinders, angle iron, channel,
tubing, and dies. Press capacity is 40 tons.

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Automatic Table Saw

by: Bellevue Woodshop

Homemade automatic table saw constructed

from aluminum extrusions, plywood, leveling
feet, an actuator, electric motor, pulleys,
switches, and an LCD monitor. Control
software is based on a CNC application.

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Tool Post Grinder

by: Stevohdee

Homemade tool post grinder constructed from

bar and steel stock, an electric motor,
shafting, a switch, and bearings. Features two
speeds.

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Bandsaw Fixture Plate

by: bobs409

Homemade bandsaw fixture plate constructed

from tubing, thumb screws, and bar stock.

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Finger Plate
by: mklotz

Homemade finger plate constructed from a

surplus tooling plate, brass, bar stock, and
fasteners.

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Sheetmetal Brake
by: Inflight

Homemade sheetmetal brake patterned after

Michael Ward's design. Has a 24" capacity
and is capable of bending 15 gauge aluminum
at full width. Fabricated from steel and
hardware.

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Miniature Lathe
by: rossbotics

Homemade miniature lathe featuring a lathe

bed constructed from solid steel stock. The
head and tail stocks were ground in alignment
for a perfect fit.

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Slip Roller
by: celsoari

Homemade slip roller constructed from steel

plate, threaded rod, bolts, and rollers.

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Woodworker's Sawmill
by: Carlos B

Homemade woodworker's mill powered by a

15 HP engine and equipped with a 1,500-lb
ATV winch. Fabricated from steel and
hardware.

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Pipe Bender
by: Let'sLearnSomething

Homemade pipe bender constructed from bar

stock, angle iron, bicycle chain, chainring,
sprocket, and a bicycle rear hub. Uses a
companion clamp constructed from bicycle
chain to hold the pipe in the die.

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Multi Vise
by: Rusty Knuckles

Homemade multi vise constructed from

aluminum stock and bolts. Constructed for
holding small parts that need to be cut up.

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Router Plane
by: Eaglewood

Homemade router plane constructed from

lumber, steel, and brass.

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Small Diameter Turning Tool

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade small diameter turning tool

constructed from bar stock, brass, set screws,
and a micrometer barrel. Used to make
screws and studs from welding rod.

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Plug-in Drilling Spindle

by: olderdan

Homemade tail stock-mounted drilling spindle

driven by an 18V cordless drill motor and
powered by a PWM power source.
Constructed from a keyless chuck, pulleys,
alloy extrusion, and bearings.

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Slow Speed Grinder

by: Dr.Al

Homemade slow speed grinder constructed

from aluminum bars, sheetmetal, bar stock,
Acetal, an electric motor, and switches. Can
be placed on its back to grind steep angles.

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Lathe Polishing Attachment

by: shopandmath

Homemade lathe polishing attachment

constructed from plastic, nuts, and bolts.
Eliminates manual handling of abrasives
when polishing or sanding on a lathe.

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Precision Grinding Vises

by: old_toolmaker

Homemade precision grinding vises

constructed from steel stock. Design is based
off a commercial model.

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Lathe Slotting and Broaching Tool

by: jjr2001

Homemade lathe slotting and broaching tool

fabricated from aluminum, brass, drill rod,
steel, and hardware.

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Tapping Machine
by: tonyfoale

Homemade tapping machine constructed

from angle iron, a surplus photo enlarger,
shafting, and a tap holder.

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External Headstock Gearbox

by: LMMasterMariner

Homemade external headstock gearbox

constructed from shafting and steel stock.
Features 27 available speeds.

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Quick Change Lathe Turret

by: old_toolmaker

Homemade quick change lathe turret

constructed from steel stock and bolts. Able to
hold four tools simultaneously.

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Countersink Sharpening Fixture

by: rossbotics

Homemade countersink sharpening fixture

constructed from 1018 and 4140 steel and
aluminum.

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Forge
by: KarlMetalworks

Homemade forge constructed from tubing,

steel plate, bar stock, fire brick, and
insulation. Mounted atop a table constructed
from tubing and casters.

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Stump Grinder
by: warsztatOdZera

Homemade stump grinder constructed from

tubing, steel plate, bar stock, sheetmetal,
wheels, a gasoline engine, homemade blade,
handlebar, and throttle controller.

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Parkerizing Setup
by: Mark Presling

Homemade parkerizing setup constructed

from off-the-shelf chemicals, a temperature
probe, a stainless steel pan, and a stove.

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Guided Tap Wrench

by: winkys workshop

Homemade guided tap wrench constructed

from bar stock, a socket extension, and a set
screw. Used in conjunction with a drill press.

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Rotary Broach
by: celsoari

Homemade rotary broach constructed from

round bar stock, bearings, and set screws.

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Metal Bender From Bearing

by: diyfixman

Homemade metal bender constructed from a

large bearing and bar stock. Useful for
bending flat or round bar stock.

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Blanchard Grinder
by: Crusty

Homemade Blanchard grinder constructed

from a cupped grinding wheel and a
homemade arbor. Mounts onto a mill for use.

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Desktop Power Hammer

by: rockmike

Homemade desktop power hammer

constructed from shafting, steel stock,
bearings, a spring, pulleys, and an electric
motor.

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Pliers Modification
by: olderdan

Homemade pliers modification constructed by

drilling holes along the jaws of a pair of long
nose pliers. Allows non-marking holding of
screws, cables, and other items.

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Split Nut
by: Crusty

Homemade split nut constructed from a

coupling nut. Used for rapid adjustment of a
screw clamp.

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Tight Access Electrical Tape Method

by: diyfixman

Homemade method for using electrical tape in

a narrow place constructed by rolling a
section of electrical tape to allow it to be
inserted between the wires.

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Steel Plate Hole Cutting Method

by: bobneumann

Homemade steel plate hole cutting method

constructed by using a hole saw to delineate
the perimeter of the cut and then using a drill
bit to make a clearance hole for the swarf to
go into. Used in the absence of an annular
cutter.

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Machinist's Tool Chest

by: DUKESALLEY

Homemade machinist's tool chest constructed

from surplus oak, maple, and walnut. Most of
the lumber was from a surplus pump organ.

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Automatic Center Punch

by: Stevohdee

Homemade automatic center punch

constructed from steel and bar stock, and
springs. Threaded barrel allows adjustment.

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Rotary Broach
by: jjr2001

Homemade rotary broach constructed from

hot rolled stock, a bearing, and drill rod.
Screws were made from 4-40 stock.

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Multitool Blade Recycling

by: olderdan

Homemade multitool blade recycling used as

a grout cleaning tool, a lapping tool, and as a
small wire brush.

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Welding Magnet
by: Let'sLearnSomething

Homemade welding magnet constructed from

bar stock, an aluminum pipe, neodymium
magnets, washers, nuts, and bolts. Turning
the handle affects the polarity of the magnets,
effectively turning them on or off.

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Fuel Line Forming Tool

by: Frank S

Homemade fuel line forming tool constructed

from a lead rod. Used to form plastic tubing to
a desired shape.

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Vise
by: warsztatOdZera

Homemade vise constructed from steel plate,

bar stock, channel, and threaded rod. Uses
electromagnets to lock itself onto a drill or mill
table.

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Radius Gauge
by: tonyfoale

Homemade radius gauge constructed from

aluminum stock, steel rods, bearing balls, and
a digital indicator. Constructed to perform
measurements on motorcycle crankcases.

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Grooving Tool
by: rgsparber

Homemade grooving tool constructed from a

surplus hacksaw blade and an aluminum bar.
The bar is beveled and used to hold the blade
in a tool holder.

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Machinist's Jack
by: Dbj58

Homemade machinist's jack constructed from

steel stock, Allen screws, threaded rod, and
brass stock.

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Small Screw Holding Method

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade small screw holding method

constructed from cling film. Holds screws onto
the screwdriver while being positioned on the
workpiece.

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Arbor Press Leatherworking Tooling

by: Unisawyer

Homemade arbor press modification intended

to accommodate leatherworking punches,
stamps, cutters, presser plates, and cup
washer dies.

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Foundry
by: celsoari

Homemade foundry constructed from a

surplus keg, refractory cement, and pipe.

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Demagnetizer
by: Mark Presling

Homemade demagnetizer constructed from

neodymium magnets, a plastic cap, and bar
stock. Attaches to a rotary tool like a drill or
lathe.

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Carbide Insert Cutters

by: old_toolmaker

Homemade carbide insert cutters constructed

from 4140 steel stock. One cuts dovetails and
the other is for chamfering.

Click here for more details on: Carbide Insert Cutters

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Motorcycle Frame Fabrication

by: tonyfoale

Homemade manual for motorcycle frame

fabrication using assorted jigs, fixtures, and
machine tools.

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Gear Cutter
by: robertt4522

Homemade gear cutter constructed from steel

stock, spring wire, and screws. Design was
taken from a gear cutting book.

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Silver Soldering Technique

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade silver soldering technique

constructed by using a paint marker to
prevent the solder from flowing to particular
areas.

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Leadscrew Protectors
by: Stevohdee

Homemade leadscrew protectors constructed

from springs, plastic wrap, and homemade
Delrin washers.

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Vise Handle Modification

by: Retro Steam Tech

Homemade vise handle modification

constructed from an Allen bolt, spring, and
bearing ball. Keeps the handle centered when
rapidly opening or closing the vise jaw.

Click here for more details on: Vise Handle Modification

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Reamer Sharpening Fixture

by: rossbotics

Homemade reamer sharpening fixture

constructed from 1018, 4140, and O-1 steel
stock. Used for sharpening chucking reamers.

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Grinding and Cutting Vise

by: Tuomas

Homemade grinding and cutting vise

constructed from tubing, bar stock, threaded
rod, and a nut. Jaw cutouts allow workpieces
with different profiles and thickness to be
held.

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Hacksaw Blade
by: xynudu

Homemade hacksaw blade constructed from

a surplus metal bandsaw blade. Not suitable
for cutting thin-walled stock.

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Spindex Modifications
by: rossbotics

Homemade Spindex modifications and

attachment constructed by checking
clearances and machining where necessary.
A companion tail stock was also constructed
to help support workpieces.

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Mini Lathe Indexing System

by: Stevohdee

Homemade mini lathe indexing system

adapted from surplus sewing machine parts.
Device is headstock mounted and intended to
engage the index plate.

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Tubing Notcher Attachment

by: tmate3

Homemade tubing notcher attachment

constructed from U-bolts, a hole saw, and a
bracket. Used in conjunction with a lathe.

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Forge
by: MountainMan

Homemade forge constructed from a surplus

brake drum, turkey fryer, flange, and
galvanized nipple.

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Round Stock Cross Drilling Method

by: rgsparber

Homemade round stock cross drilling method

constructed by squaring the workpiece using
a steel rod and a steel block.

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Gas Burner
by: darkoford

Homemade gas burner constructed from

tubing and a nozzle.

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Electro Etching Method

by: rgsparber

Homemade electro-etching method

constructed from a stick on label, saltwater,
and a power supply. Can be done on
aluminum and steel.

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Mill Scale Removal Methods

by: Haslip Cycle Works

Homemade mill scale removal methods

constructed from grinding, applying muriatic
acid, or leaving the metal in a commercially
available chemical solution for a length of
time.

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Plastic Coating
by: Kovanca Polock

Homemade plastic coating constructed from

surplus plastic and xylene. Can be used to
coat tool handles and other metal pieces.

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Collet Inserts for Square Stock

by: mklotz

Homemade collet inserts for square stock

constructed from round bar stock.
Constructed to hold 3/16" and 1/4" stock in a
1/2" round 5C collet.

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Low Profile Milling Clamps

by: Raytonian

Homemade low profile milling clamps

constructed from bar stock and Allen bolts.

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Silent Air Compressor

by: Dimitris Polychronis

Homemade silent air compressor constructed

from a surplus refrigerator compressor, an air
tank, regulator, fittings, hose, threaded rod,
steel rod, and sheetmetal.

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Barbecue Grill
by: lucia workshop

Homemade barbecue grill constructed from a

surplus cylindrical tank, steel plate, bar stock,
and hinges.

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Treadmill Motor Modifications

by: tonyfoale

Homemade treadmill motor modifications

constructed by improving bearing fit and
alignment, improving rigidity, and motor
sealing. Useful when intending to use these
motors for home machine tools.

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Rifle Brass Annealer

by: Crusty

Homemade rifle brass annealer driven by a

rotisserie motor and heated by a propane
torch. Constructed from aluminum, MDF,
timing belt, sprockets, shaft stock, bearings,
wood, and hardware.

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Dremel Discs
by: PowerMk

Homemade Dremel discs constructed from an

abrasive disc and a screw.

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Cold Bluing Method

by: The Aussie Shed

Homemade cold bluing method constructed

from a wire wheel, degreaser, and gun blue
solution. The part is coated in the solution
three times before a lubricant is allowed to sit
overnight for the final finish.

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Oil Applicator
by: mklotz

Homemade oil applicator constructed from a

surplus prescription canister and sock. Used
for lightly oiling tools before storage.

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Welding Helmet Modification

by: theeddies

Homemade welding helmet modification

constructed from a surplus pants leg.

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5 Inch Shaper
by: threesixesinarow

Homemade 5-inch shaper constructed from

steel stock. Future improvements will be to
add a motor and automatic feed.

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Rocket Stove
by: diyfixman

Homemade rocket stove constructed from

tubing, bar stock, and steel plate.

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Vise Grip Slide Hammer

by: brianhw

Homemade Vise Grip slide hammer

constructed from a pair of locking pliers, steel
rod, and a sliding weight.

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Variable DC Voltage Regulator

by: Christophe Mineau

Homemade variable DC voltage regulator

constructed from a board with an LTC3780
chip, a digital readout, knobs, switches, and a
wooden enclosure. Power is supplied by a
homemade benchtop power supply.

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Balanced Cheater Bar

by: IAMSatisfied

Homemade balanced cheater bar constructed

from surplus pipe and bar stock. Allows the
use of both hands to exert force on a ratchet
wrench.

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Heavy Duty Welding Table

by: BookRoadEngineering

Homemade heavy duty welding table

constructed from steel plate, tubing, and
casters. Plate thickness is 3/4".

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Chicken House Pest Control

by: Frank S

Homemade chicken house pest control

constructed from machining swarf. Permits
tighter packing compared to barbed wire.

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Splinter Extractor
by: tonyfoale

Homemade splinter extractor constructed

from a modified plastic syringe. Creates a
partial vacuum that removes the offending
particle, or at least exposes it enough to allow
a pair of tweezers to grasp it.

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Welding Table
by: bobs409

Homemade welding table constructed from

square tubing, angle iron, and pneumatic
tires. Features a Certi-Flat steel plate top.

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Drill Press Table

by: warsztatOdZera

Homemade drill press table constructed from

tubing, bar stock, steel plate, and casters. A
wiper motor allows the table to be raised or
lowered. A storage section also houses a
coolant pump.

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Bandsaw
by: Sam's Workshop Diary

Homemade bandsaw constructed from tubing,

bearings, plywood, casters, and an electric
motor.

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Screw Shortening Jig

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade screw shortening jig constructed

from bar stock and sheetmetal. Used to cut
screws to size for model making.

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Float Lock Vise

by: Dbj58

Homemade float lock vise constructed from

mild steel, a surplus printer rod, and threaded
rod. Design was inspired by a commercial
model.

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Chuck Back and Face Stops

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade back stop and face stop for lathe

chucks. Intended to secure work parallel to
the chuck face. Fabricated from aluminum
plate.

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Stamping Guide
by: drmico60

Homemade stamping guide constructed from

a paper label. A straight edge is used to align
the guide to the workpiece.

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Storage Boxes
by: rgsparber

Homemade storage boxes constructed from

PVC pipe.

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Box Pan Folder

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade box pan folder fabricated from

scrap steel. Capable of bending 16 gauge
sheets and adjustable for bend radius.

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Counterbore Cutters
by: olderdan

Homemade counterbore cutters constructed

from surplus end mills.

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Anti Backlash Nuts

by: Max Maker

Homemade anti-backlash nuts constructed

from Delrin stock. Used on a CNC, it is
lubricated using grease.

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Boil Over Prevention Tool

by: Christophe Mineau

Homemade boil over prevention tool

constructed from wood.

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Bearing Removal Tool

by: tsbrownie

Homemade bearing removal tool constructed

from heavy gauge wire and a section of pipe.

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Taper Holding Attachment

by: Philip Davies

Homemade taper holding attachment

constructed from angle iron and round bar
stock. Allows a bench vise to hold a tapered
workpiece.

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Lathe
by: Eloy Workshop

Homemade lathe constructed from a drill

press, steel plate, a chuck, and a machinist's
vise.

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Pipe Pliers
by: garage nut

Homemade pipe pliers constructed from steel

plate and round bar stock. Used for holding
copper pipe.

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Universal Wrench
by: diyfixman

Homemade universal wrench constructed

from a motorcycle chain, threaded rod, and a
nut.

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Microwave Kiln
by: Sun_Chaser

Homemade microwave kiln constructed from

refractory brick and steel stock. Can be used
for melting or fusing glass, lead, or other
metals.

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Bandsaw Safety Puck

by: rgsparber

Homemade bandsaw safety puck intended to

secure round stock for sawing in a bandsaw.
Constructed by cutting a V-shaped groove on
a standard hockey puck.

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Dowel Jig
by: dekeros

Homemade dowel jig constructed from a

section of lumber and a construction washer.

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Angle Measuring Method

by: Frank S

Homemade angle measuring method

constructed from a framing square and a
combination square. Helps to accurately
check the angle or setback for a bend.

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Belt Sander
by: Tuomas

Homemade belt sander adapted from a bench

grinder. Fabricated from flat stock, steel plate,
bearings, and hardware.

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Propane Burner
by: MountainMan

Homemade propane burner constructed from

pipe, coupling, nipples, and a pipe cap.

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Bandsaw Lubrication Fixture

by: rgsparber

Homemade bandsaw lubrication fixture

constructed from aluminum channel, an
eyebolt, nuts, and a block of paraffin.

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Tap Follower
by: rossbotics

Homemade tap follower constructed from bar

stock and a spring. The point has a 60-degree
profile and is hardened.

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Picture Hanging Tool

by: rgsparber

Homemade picture hanging tool constructed

from an aluminum bar, threaded rod, nut, and
washer. Helps with aligning the nail used for
hanging the frame.

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Morse Taper Ejection Method

by: Retro Steam Tech

Homemade Morse taper ejection method

constructed from a brass fixture.

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Demagnetizer
by: Don42

Homemade demagnetizer constructed from

solid copper wire and homemade brass nuts.
Installs on a soldering gun.

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Electric Motor Control Circuit

by: bongodrummer

Homemade electric motor control circuit

constructed around an Arduino and assorted
electronic components. A tachometer circuit
detects when the desired RPM has been
reached.

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Mill Tramming Method

by: Crusty

Homemade mill tramming method constructed

from a precision shaft, a 2-4-6 block, and a
flashlight. Provides a quick and accurate
method compared to using a dial indicator.

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Riv Nut Tool

by: garage nut

Homemade riv nut tool constructed from bolts

and a nut. The larger bolt is of soft material
that was drilled out.

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Lathe Cross Slide Modification

by: old_toolmaker

Homemade lathe cross slide modification

constructed by designing a new assembly
featuring a ball thrust bearing, tighter
tolerances, bronze nut with integral oil port,
and a micrometer dial.

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Speed Square Jig

by: dekeros

Homemade speed square jig constructed

from a carpenter's square and lumber.
Facilitates aligning cuts when using a circular
saw.

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Articulating Third Hand

by: orioncons36

Homemade articulating third hand constructed

from tubing, threaded rod, steel balls, nuts,
and bolts.

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Mill Table Vise

by: jjr2001

Homemade mill table vise constructed from

bar stock and Allen bolts. Aluminum spacers
can be used to prevent marring of the mill
table.

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Welding Magnet Cleaner

by: Mr.DK DIY

Homemade welding magnet cleaner

constructed from a neodymium magnet and a
plastic sheet.

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Belt Grinder
by: Gears and Arms

Homemade belt grinder constructed from

tubing, a spring, steel stock, contact wheels,
and a surplus treadmill motor.

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Touch Probe
by: tonyfoale

Homemade touch probe patterned after an

aviation-grade probe. Constructed from
aluminum, steel, Delrin, ball bearings, wire
and hardware.

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Circle Drawing Method

by: diyfixman

Homemade circle drawing method

constructed from a nail and a tape measure.

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Roll Bender
by: liberal

Homemade roll bender constructed from

channel, bar stock, bearings, and a die.

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Hose End Press

by: troyhaack

Homemade hose end press constructed from

steel and bar stock, steel plate, gears,
fasteners, and bearing balls.

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Cross Slide Screw Conversion

by: tonyfoale

Homemade cross slide screw conversion

constructed from a 16mm ball screw.
Replaces the OEM lead screw.

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V-Block
by: rossbotics

Homemade V-block constructed from O-1

steel. Features 30, 45, and 60 degree angles.

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Keyway Cutting Tool

by: Frank S

Homemade keyway cutting tool constructed

from a saber saw clamped onto a vise.

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Clamp Wire Binding Tool

by: diyfixman

Homemade clamp wire binding tool

constructed from flat bar stock, a bolt, nuts,
and steel rod.

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Stitching Clamp
by: Christophe Mineau

Homemade stitching clamp constructed from

chestnut wood, hinge, magnet, and a wine
bottle cork.

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Cable Slitting Tool

by: rgsparber

Homemade cable slitting tool constructed

from bar stock, screws, and a blade.

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Adjustable Height Sawhorse

by: Keith William Knull

Homemade adjustable height saw horse

constructed from 2x6 and 2x4 dimensional
lumber, tie straps, and hinges.

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Small Wire Bender

by: thehomeengineer

Homemade small wire bender constructed

from bar and steel stock, and set screws.
Constructed to form small wire into chain links
for a model build.

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Wood Splitter
by: stainless stal

Homemade wood splitter constructed from

tubing, steel plate, angle iron, and a ram
system.

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Palm Router Jig

by: Mistoloff

Homemade palm router jig constructed from

plywood.

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Hood Removal Tool

by: bobs409

Homemade hood removal tool constructed

from bar stock, angle iron, tubing, and bolts.
Used with an engine crane, it allows one-man
operation for removing a vehicle hood.

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Bench Vise
by: Made in Garage

Homemade bench vise fabricated from steel,

surplus car jack screw, thrust bearing, and
hardware.

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Tapping Stand
by: jjr2001

Homemade tapping stand constructed from

drill rod, bar stock, aluminum plate, brass
stock, and a spring. Features two tapping
spindles.

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Sheetmetal Brake
by: Shnick

Homemade sheetmetal brake constructed

from steel plate, bronze bearings, drill rod,
and plastic ball knobs.

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Grinding Wheel Dressing Method

by: Michael Paley

Homemade grinding wheel dressing method

constructed from threaded rod, lock washers,
and nuts. Brings back the squareness on a
used grinding wheel.

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Brake System Bleeder

by: The Aussie Shed

Homemade brake system bleeder constructed

from a garden sprayer, a pressure relief valve,
hose, pressure gauge, and fittings. Uses air
pressure to move the hydraulic fluid through
the system.

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Aluminum Heat Treatment Method

by: bongodrummer

Homemade aluminum heat treatment method

constructed by quenching and an oven
treatment. Machines better than non
heat-treated castings.

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OO Blocks
by: rgsparber

Homemade OO blocks constructed from

round bar stock. Used in lieu of a V-block for
positioning a workpiece on a bandsaw.

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Height Scribe
by: JKeetonKnives

Homemade height scribe constructed from a

steel block, bar stock, nuts, and bolts. Can be
used with a scribe or a pencil.

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Fan Hood Stabilizer

by: olderdan

Homemade fan hood stabilizer constructed

from a double layer of parcel banding. Helps
prevent the irritating flapping that the fan
hoods produce from time to time.

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Punchout Removal Tool

by: rgsparber

Homemade punchout removal tool

constructed from a C-clamp. Useful for when
an electrical box already has components
installed inside it.

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Drill Location Tool

by: rgsparber

Homemade drill location tool constructed from

bar stock.

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Power Tapper
by: jjr2001

Homemade power tapper constructed from a

surplus Jacobs chuck and reversible
screwdriver with gear reduction head.
Patterned after a commercial model.

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Arbor Press Modifications

by: tonyfoale

Homemade arbor press modifications

constructed by adding gib plates, resurfacing
the front plate, and replacing the press plate.

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Universal Wrench
by: Mr.DK DIY

Homemade universal wrench constructed

from a combination wrench and surplus
bicycle chain.

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Universal Tool Bit Holder

by: jjr2001

Homemade universal tool bit holder

constructed from bar stock and screws.

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Gas Burner
by: fox craft

Homemade gas burner constructed from

surplus pipe, bar stock, angle iron, and nuts.
Fuel supply comes from a propane tank.

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Rotary Table Pallet

by: jjr2001

Homemade rotary table pallet constructed

from steel stock. Bite clamps were also
constructed to hold work to the pallet.

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Metric Gears Cutting Method

by: bobneumann

Homemade method for cutting metric gears

on imperial lathes constructed by machining
homemade gears. A companion spreadsheet
details the gears needed to be machined for
different lathe types.

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Milling Machine Power Feed

by: Stevohdee

Homemade milling machine power feed

constructed from steel plate, a servo motor,
and electronic controller.

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Balanced Lathe Dog

by: natie123

Homemade balanced lathe dog constructed

from bar stock and bolts. Used in conjunction
with a boring bar.

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Layout Stain
by: Stevohdee

Homemade layout stain constructed from

shellac, denatured alcohol and wood stain.

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Letter Stamping Jig

by: dekeros

Homemade letter stamping jig constructed

from lumber. Allows for proper alignment of
dies.

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Ignition Coil Tester

by: AVVG Customizing Studio

Homemade ignition coil tester constructed

from a surplus spark plug, syringe, wire, and
an alligator clip.

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Angle Grinder Mounting Bracket

by: paulk

Homemade angle grinder mounting bracket

constructed from bar stock and tubing.
Intended for use on a tool post.

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Lever Dolly
by: craig9

Homemade lever dolly intended to facilitate

the process of moving machine tools.
Fabricated from steel bar stock, steel tubing,
and bearings.

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Bandsaw Worm Wheel

by: celsoari

Homemade replacement worm wheel for a

horizontal bandsaw. Machined from phosphor
bronze.

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Vibrating Tumbler Modification

by: tonyfoale

Homemade vibrating tumbler modification

constructed by inverting the motor, adding
spacers, and relocating the vibration inducer.

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Hole Punching Fixture

by: Rusty Knuckles

Homemade hole punching fixture constructed

from steel plate, steel rod, tubing, and a valve
spring. Replaces a drill press for punching
holes in sheetmetal.

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Workbench Vise Rest

by: bobs409

Homemade workbench vise rest constructed

from tubing, bar stock, and a nut and bolt pair.
A tensioning system holds the telescoping
section to the desired height.

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Angle Plate
by: old_toolmaker

Homemade angle plate constructed from steel

and bar stock, bolts, and wing nuts. T-slots
accept Unimat bolts and nuts.

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Scrap Board Hanger

by: TigerCreek

Homemade scrap board hanger constructed

from surplus lumber. Used to hold and
position cross beams prior to fastening.

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Indicator Swivel Rod Connectors

by: jjr2001

Homemade indicator swivel rod connectors

constructed from 6061 aluminum, threaded
rod, and cold rolled steel. Allows multiple
configurations for mounting a dial indicator.

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Nut Spinning Method

by: rgsparber

Homemade nut spinning method constructed

from a rubber-rimmed wheel, bolt, nut, and a
drill. Speeds up the placement of nuts on a
long section of threaded rod.

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Lathe Compound Drill

by: Jughead

Homemade lathe compound drill constructed

from aluminum stock, a surplus gate motor,
and a keyless chuck. Mounts onto where the
tool post is normally placed.

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TIG Rod Feeder

by: Gadgeteer

Homemade TIG rod feeder constructed from

an RC servo, paint can opener, switch, metal
brackets, and batteries. Built as an assistive
device for a partially disabled person.

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Woodturning Chucks
by: Philip Davies

Homemade woodturning chucks adapted from

sockets and intended to be held in the wood
lathe chuck.

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Casting Mold
by: celsoari

Homemade casting mold constructed from

lumber, clay, and angle iron. Used to make
homemade aluminum pulleys.

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Self Adjusting Wrench

by: diy creative crafts

Homemade self adjusting wrench constructed

from a surplus steel puck, bar stock, and wire.

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Third Hand
by: Tuomas

Homemade third hand constructed from angle

iron, bar stock, spring, nuts, and bolts. Used
to hold small parts for welding.

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Magnetizer and Demagnetizer

by: tonyfoale

Magnetizer and demagnetizer constructed

from magnets, aluminum stock, and Delrin.

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Slotter
by: tonyfoale

Homemade slotter constructed from steel and

bar stock, microswitches, solenoid valves,
relays, and a pneumatic cylinder.

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Horizontal Mill Vertical Conversion

by: glens5

Homemade horizontal mill vertical conversion

constructed from bar stock, bearings,
homemade pulleys, and a drive belt. Mill can
be reverted to horizontal configuration when
needed.

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Close Up Slitting Saw Arbor

by: olderdan

Homemade close up slitting saw arbor

constructed from round bar stock. Allows for
the slitting saw to get to within 1.5 mm of the
work face.

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Pneumatic Engraving Machine

by: Christophe Mineau

Homemade pneumatic engraving machine

constructed from ebony, a bolt, a homemade
valve, a portable air compressor, and a
controller. Uses a pedal to control airflow.

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Transit
by: mklotz

Homemade transit constructed from surplus

lumber, cartridge cases, bolts, protractors, a
level, large bearing, and a rifle scope.

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Sensitive Drill Press

by: tonyfoale

Homemade sensitive drill press constructed

from a high speed spindle and a surplus
gunsmithing drill press. Prolongs small drill bit
life due to better operator feel.

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