Makeshift Frank

12/03/2023

DIY Ikea Flisat Book Shelves - https://youtu.be/HZCRZwzKlk4

These shelves are for my little boy. At the time of this video he was 17 months old.
In this video I show you how to make the IKEA Flisat wall storage/book shelves. They aren’t exactly the same but they’re really close. This is a pretty long video, but I show you how to do every step. I even show you how to make the dowels.
Also I make several mistakes in this video. I don’t hide these but instead show you ways to work around the mistakes and still be able to finish the project.
I also show you many tips and tricks, as well as give helpful advice. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

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04/02/2023

Make Your Own DIY Custom K***s - Remake
https://youtu.be/6PjcOhzoLPU

In this video I teach you how to make your own k***s. This is essentially a remake of my previous video but done much better. Also, the k***s I make in this video are of a much better quality, and they look much nicer. I go over the entire process step by step with you. This was my first time doing it this way so I made plenty of mistakes. These mistakes will hopefully help you, so you don’t make the same one’s I made. Also this video is full of tricks and advice. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

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22/01/2023

Make Your Own DIY Custom K***s
https://youtu.be/fh2p6FsrXNo

In this video, I teach you step by step, how to make your own custom k***s. These k***s can be useful in a variety of situations. You can you them for jigs, they can aid you in the creation of homemade machines, the possibilities are endless. These k***s can also be made in any shape or size. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

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18/12/2022

Turning a V-Belt Pulley
https://youtu.be/hbzkMZbR73A

In this video I show you how to turn a V-Belt pulley on a motor shaft. I show you the entire process. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

In this video I show you how to turn a V-Belt pulley on a motor shaft. I show you the entire process. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

03/12/2022

Chicago Electric Belt Disc Sander Unboxing Review
https://youtu.be/eWVZa2ym3Gs

In this video I unbox, assemble, & review the Harbor Freight, Chicago Electric, 4x36 inch 6 inch Belt Disc sander.
I give an honest review of the sander and talk about the pros and cons of the machine.
I show all the features of it and demonstrate how it is used.
Like and subscribe for more.

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20/11/2022

Harbor Freight Angle Drill Guide Review
https://youtu.be/44qngqI4fD0

In this video I am unboxing and reviewing Harbor Freight's Drill Master Angle Drill Guide. I give a honest opinion of it and demonstrate how it is used. I talk about the things I like about it, as well as the things I dislike. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

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14/11/2022

DIY Spot Welder

https://youtu.be/AZlCeP6dMQA

In this video I am demonstration my DIY spot welding machine. I used a transformer from an old microwave. I show how I made it and how I wired it. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

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29/10/2022

My Homemade Scroll Saw - DIY
https://youtu.be/UZaeFCQDhtw

In this video I am showing my homemade scroll saw. I built this myself. I got a lot of ideas for it from my dad and from other YouTube videos, but a lot of the ideas were my own. Much of the design is also my own. I go over how I made it and give a demonstration of it in use. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.
Please be aware this is not how to or step by step instructional video. It is just a demonstration video.

In this video I am showing my homemade scroll saw. I built this myself. I got a lot of ideas for it from my dad and from other YouTube videos, but a lot of t...

17/07/2022

In this video I will show you how I restored an old craftsman jointer. I show you how I removed the rust, and had a broken part made for it. I also show you how to properly set the blade height and infeed table height. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/TJEEo3AGxwc

In this video I will show you how I restored an old craftsman jointer. I show you how I removed the rust, and had a broken part made for it. I also show you ...

10/07/2022

This is the third video in my DIY planter box series. In this video I finish with the paint and staple the plastic to the inside. This is the last video in the series. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/gMjxgT5fpU8

This is the third video in my DIY planter box series. In this video I finish with the paint and staple the plastic to the inside. This is the last video in t...

04/07/2022

This video is part two of my planter box videos. I go over assembling the frame, reinforcing the frame, and painting. In this video the build is finished, except for the paint and putting plastic on the inside. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

DIY Planter Box - Pt. 2
https://youtu.be/WrOQdyPuvMI

This video is part two of my planter box videos. I go over assembling the frame, reinforcing the frame, and painting. In this video the build is finished, ex...

26/06/2022

This video is part one of me building a planter box from reclaimed lumber. I show the process of cutting and assembling pieces for the frame and the sides. I give helpful advice as well. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/wCFrS8svgpw

This video is part one of me building a planter box from reclaimed lumber. I show the process of cutting and assembling pieces for the frame and the sides. I...

18/06/2022

In this video I will be showing you how to make perfect circles on a router Table. I teach you how to make a jig out of scrap wood, and show you how to use it. This jig will allow to to make repeatable, perfect circles, of various size. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

Make Circles on Router Table
https://youtu.be/ryV38IRzXN0

In this video I will be showing you how to make perfect circles on a router Table. I teach you how to make a jig out of scrap wood, and show you how to use i...

18/06/2022

12/06/2022

This video is part three of my shoe cabinet build. It is the last video of the build. In this video I show how to do various aspects of cabinet building, including assembly, staining, installing hardware, and many other things. I show the mistakes I made, as well as how I fixed those mistakes. I give helpful advice as well. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/eUgb-tIYGbo

This video is part three of my shoe cabinet build. It is the last video of the build. In this video I show how to do various aspects of cabinet building, inc...

06/06/2022

This video is part two of my shoe cabinet build. I show how to make cabinet doors and assemble the cabinet. I also show how I fixed the mistakes I made in the first video. I also give helpful advice and clever tricks. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/yvi7oX6dZYs

This video is part two of my shoe cabinet build. I show how to make cabinet doors and assemble the cabinet. I also show how I fixed the mistakes I made in th...

30/05/2022

This is part one of my shoe cabinet build. My son is seven months old, and he’s always getting into our shoes. So I’ve decided to build a cabinet for them. In this video I show you how you can do it too. I go over panels, glue ups, and bevels on a table saw. I also show you what I did on my router table. I give helpful advice and tips. And most importantly, I leave in the mistakes I made. So hopefully you won’t make them too. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

Shoe Cabinet Build - Pt. 1
https://youtu.be/PHco6ARl-Ek

This is part one of my shoe cabinet build. My son is seven months old, and he’s always getting into our shoes. So I’ve decided to build a cabinet for them. I...

22/05/2022

In this Video, I teach you how to cut circles on a table saw. I show you how to make a jig to accomplish this, as well as demonstrate how to use it properly. I give helpful advice, and I go over important safety information. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/aihn6vPVtRo

In this Video, I teach you how to cut circles on a table saw. I show you how to make a jig to accomplish this, as well as demonstrate how to use it properly....

15/05/2022

In this video I will be reviewing the Harbor Freight brand, Chicago Electric, 4” Biscuit Plate Joiner. I will give my thought and opinions on it, as well as teach you how to use it. I also give a demonstration of it in use. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/a3UiMuZB3aI

In this video I will be reviewing the Harbor Freight brand, Chicago Electric, 4” Biscuit Plate Joiner. I will give my thought and opinions on it, as well as...

07/05/2022

In this video I will be reviewing the Harbor Freight Central Machinery brand 8” 5 speed bench drill press. I have had this drill press for about five months and I have used it many times. I go over the pros & the cons of this drill press as well as give some helpful advice about using it. I also cover the specs of it and layout the overall dimensions. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/-WAJ7kc9NQY

In this video I will be reviewing the Harbor Freight Central Machinery brand 8” 5 speed bench drill press. I have had this drill press for about five months ...

30/04/2022

In this Video I will be reviewing and testing the Harbor Freight Warrior brand forstner bits. I will give my opinion of them, as well as discuss the features of the bits. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/2sq18syX6gU

In this Video I will be reviewing and testing the Harbor Freight Warrior brand forstner bits. I will give my opinion of them, as well as discuss the features...

24/04/2022

In this Video I will show you how to make a table saw jig that will make perfect dowels of any size. I show you the way I did it, as well as all the problems I encountered. I also give tips and advice. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/WDDDnsz7AcE

In this Video I will show you how to make a table saw jig that will make perfect dowels of any size. I show you the way I did it, as well as all the problems...

16/04/2022

In this video I will teach you how to make a beam compass for drawing circles.

https://youtu.be/Kx43jRtCMwk

In this video I will teach you how to make a beam compass for drawing circles.See my video.How to Make a Table Saw into a Router Table Combohttps://youtu.be/...

10/04/2022

A lot of the time miter saws will become out of alignment over time. Often even brand new saws need to be calibrated. I bought an older miter saw on Facebook marketplace. It is a good saw and works well, but needs realigned. So in this video I teach you how to calibrate a miter saw. Thank you for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/6leaUw8uMyg

A lot of the time miter saws will become out of alignment over time. Often even brand new saws need to be calibrated. I bought an older miter saw on Facebook...

02/04/2022

In this video I will be talking about wobble blades. Wobble blades are an older technology. They can be hard to find.
They are a type of dado, but they're not a dado stack. They only have one blade. The single blades tilts, and depending on the severity of the tilt, it will make various size dados.
I got this dado from a friend of mine. His father has a workshop and was getting rid of it. My friend thought I'd like to have it. He has a channel too. you should check it out.
Thanks for watching. Feel free to comment or ask questions. Like and subscribe for more.

My friends channel - DrLazerRazer
https://youtube.com/channel/UCiOVQ0PTPagL8wA9hvboFZg

https://youtu.be/SuEi4_-wqIs

In this video I will be talking about wobble blades. Wobble blades are an older technology. They can be hard to find. They are a type of dado, but they're no...

30/03/2022

In this video I am modifying my Kobalt 10” table saw into a router table/table saw combo. The router I used is a Skil fixed base. It is part of my Skil fixed base/plunge combo. This video shows you how I accomplished every step. I also show you all of the challenges I faced as well as how to overcome those challenges.

https://youtu.be/UW-MMgrJ1uM

In this video I am modifying my Kobalt 10” table saw into a router table/table saw combo. The router I used is a Skil fixed base. It is part of my Skil fixed...

20/03/2022

In this video I am trying to fix a cracked windshield using rain x windshield repair kit. I go over how to do it as well as give some useful tips. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/11ZjxpK78hw

In this video I am trying to fix a cracked windshield using rain x windshield repair kit. I go over how to do it as well as give some useful tips. Thanks for...

13/03/2022

In this video I will show you how to replace a broken light switch. I will go over safety concerns as well as give helpful tips. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/ieHMT2o7q34

In this video I will show you how to replace a broken light switch. I will go over safety concerns as well as give helpful tips. Thanks for watching. Like an...

06/03/2022

In this video I will teach you how to make a Lichtenberg device using a microwave oven transformer. I will go over important safety information, as well as show you an example of fractal imaging. Thanks for watching.

https://youtu.be/tYDdSzCb3fw

In this video I will teach you how to make a Lichtenberg device using a microwave oven transformer. I will go over important safety information, as well as s...

26/02/2022

In this video I will be taking apart a microwave. There are lots of parts in a microwave that are hard to find elsewhere. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/BkTlkdRFFyE

In this video I will be taking apart a microwave. There are lots of parts in a microwave that are hard to find elsewhere. Thanks for watching. Like and subsc...

20/02/2022

In this video I am experimenting with making wooden fl**ge bearings. I have not yet tested these. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/buzqatbh224

In this video I am experimenting with making wooden fl**ge bearings. I have not yet tested these. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

12/02/2022

My son has a toy that he watches in bed. He loves that toy. But the batteries are constantly dying. So in this video I will show you how to run battery operated devices from a wall outlet. This will work for other devices too. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

https://youtu.be/SCYmsu4Ad_g

My son has a toy that he watches in bed. He loves that toy. But the batteries are constantly dying. So in this video I will show you how to run battery opera...

07/02/2022

https://youtu.be/fktaVfJr8NQ

In this video I will be unboxing the Skil 14 amp plunge and fixed base router combo. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

In this video I will be unboxing the Skil 14 amp plunge and fixed base router combo. Thanks for watching. Like and subscribe for more.

28/01/2022

Here’s my second attempt at a homemade spindle sander.

https://youtu.be/nIYRyPw3-N0

In this video I am showing my second version of my homemade spindle sander. I do not consider it a great success but it did get the job done. I will have to ...

22/01/2022

In this video I attempt to make a spindle(?) sander. I consider it a fail. I apologize for the audio quality. The music is too loud.

In this video I attempt to make a spindle(?) sander. I consider it a fail. I apologize for the audio quality. The music is too loud. Track: Persia — Next Rou...

20/01/2022