I just use my multi tool to remove the inner lining then glue in a piece of foam and cut out to suit. Easily removed and replaced if you want to put something else in there. Cover the foam with cloth for a better look.
Good idea. Tool cases can be expensive to buy seperately, and having things containerized makes efficient stacked storage much easier. The opposite method - creating form-fitting foam in an open case can be done on the cheap with aluminium foil and PU foam. Just make sure you pack everything really well so nothing is damaged by the uncured foam. You can use a light brushing of oil or other release agent on the alu-wrapped tools if you want it extra clean. Consider doing this to the inskde of the case so if you want the insert to be removable. When thoroughly cured, cut off the excess thickness and borders with any sharp utility knife. Optionally you can give it a quick spraycoat to make it look nicer. The result is a semi-soft near perfect impression that can secure even fragile things like laboratory glassware. Of course you can buy foam, stack them in layers and cut everything by hand too - but it's likely to be not only more expensive , but also way more time consuming.
I modified my first tool case in the 1970's. I was a case for an old Dictaphone that I gutted and used for a briefcase (still have it). Good info, and no one wants these old plastic cases in the landfill.
Nice job. Future suggestions: * how to repair latches on such a case * how to repair hinges on such a case * and it seems there is always something more that can be done with gasoline!
@@TheLabOtomy I was also expecting something different, using a rotary file or burr to remove interfering areas of the inner case, or to cut out the entire inner case. I am impressed with your method (pun not intended), it gives me something to think about beyond what I know from my own tools (a similie about having a hammer and all your problems look like nails, or some such almost comes to mind).
I secured several brand new Milwaukee tool cases from work. Tool cases don’t fit inside tool tills inside truck bodies. Space is at a minimum & those cases take up too much room. However as you know to get the right tool case from a manufacturer costs a lot of money. Often a couple of hundred dollars. That’s the price of another tool. I was going to try the heat gun method & when I saw the success you had I’m thinking this is the right way to go. I have a 18 volt Milwaukee heat gun without a case, a Milwaukee 12 volt pop rivet gun without a case. Two Milwaukee 18 volt impact guns without cases. Sounds like I need to secure some more cases? I know what I’ll be doing this winter if I have idle time? Thank you!
My Flemish is a little rusty so I'll say in my native language that I'm impressed with your ingenuity and effort to reduce your personal impact on the environment by recycling rather than replacing everyday items. Bravo sir
@@BoDiddlydodah Еverything is ok, this case has been under the seat of my car for many years. Perhaps the fact is that the outer layer of plastic on my case is quite thick
Это не стоит потраченого времени. Конечно, если вы на помойке случайно нашли шуруповёрт и неподходящий кейс - можно и повозиться. Но проще вырезать вкладыш с гнёздами и вклеить лист поролона.
Спасибо, посмотрев ваше видео, я умудрился сделать кейс для слона! Проблемой было обмотать его фольгой. Он думал, что я хочу его спечь на гриле. Но к вечеру мы оба устали и он сдался🐘🧳❤
@@TheLabOtomy They make shelf liners that are sort of like that stuff they used to make PC mouse pads out of, and I've used that to reline cases before, it works pretty well.
Sometimes aesthetics is the priority, sometimes it's not. In this case, I'll go with functionality, as the case is designed to prolong the state of the tool, therefore I don't care how ugly the case is, the priority is the state of the tool.
Я "стираю" если споласкивание водой можно стиркой назвать = ) Из под пельменей большие, толстые пакеты. Очень годно для заморозок. По цветам можно еще сортировать что где лежит. Тут вопрос не в бедности, а в том, чтобы вместо того чтобы один пакет выбросить и купить другой, можно не покупать другой и использовать первый, который всё равно уже куплен. Но в целом соглашусь, это вопрос предпочтений. Кто-то допустим воду купит в бутылке, не допьёт и так и выбросит пол бутылки. Кто-то заберет домой и допьёт. А кто-то из дома принесет воду в многоразовой бутылке. Тут тоже, кто-то использует пакеты которые уже есть, кто-то просто купит набор, кто-то не будет замораживать продукты вообще.
Excuse me! But why are you doing this? Why not 3D print a new Glock outta the old plastic tool case? Wouldn't that be cooler? There's lots of (Redacted) files available online. If your too squimish about guns then go to PG kiddy section and grab a (Redacted) file to print and make your child an original transformer. I printed an original *Strawberry Shortcake* action figure for her birthday. I couldn't get the original hair right so put in a Mohawk instead.
I just use my multi tool to remove the inner lining then glue in a piece of foam and cut out to suit.
Easily removed and replaced if you want to put something else in there.
Cover the foam with cloth for a better look.
Indeed, another way to do it. Did not want to go this route in my case since would end up with too weak of a case (only 1 layer of plastic left)
Yeah I was thinking that would drastically diminish the rigidity of this type of case
@@BoDiddlydodah why not glue a think layer of osb or something similar to rigidity? Then cover with foam
Good idea. Tool cases can be expensive to buy seperately, and having things containerized makes efficient stacked storage much easier.
The opposite method - creating form-fitting foam in an open case can be done on the cheap with aluminium foil and PU foam. Just make sure you pack everything really well so nothing is damaged by the uncured foam. You can use a light brushing of oil or other release agent on the alu-wrapped tools if you want it extra clean. Consider doing this to the inskde of the case so if you want the insert to be removable. When thoroughly cured, cut off the excess thickness and borders with any sharp utility knife. Optionally you can give it a quick spraycoat to make it look nicer. The result is a semi-soft near perfect impression that can secure even fragile things like laboratory glassware.
Of course you can buy foam, stack them in layers and cut everything by hand too - but it's likely to be not only more expensive , but also way more time consuming.
Nice, thanks for sharing
@@TheLabOtomy Glad you found it helpful. I'm always worried I ramble too much :)
I reuse all my old tool cases by just cutting out the inner molding. They have tons of uses.
Indeed, cutting out the inner molding is also an option, I preferred here to reshape to get a sturdier case with a thicker protective shell
Its an awesome idea! Use your toolbox to store tools. I love it!
Thanks Gilmar
I modified my first tool case in the 1970's. I was a case for an old Dictaphone that I gutted and used for a briefcase (still have it). Good info, and no one wants these old plastic cases in the landfill.
Nice! Thanks for sharing
Хорошая идея - фен использовать.
Great idea -- plastic fumes might be an issue.... I use old plastic cases for saw blades, etc -- label 'em and line 'em up on the shelf.
Nice job. Future suggestions:
* how to repair latches on such a case
* how to repair hinges on such a case
* and it seems there is always something more that can be done with gasoline!
Thanks for the suggestions Sylvan
I expected something else, but this is great idea too.
Good to hear, also curious as to what you expected...
@@TheLabOtomy I was also expecting something different, using a rotary file or burr to remove interfering areas of the inner case, or to cut out the entire inner case. I am impressed with your method (pun not intended), it gives me something to think about beyond what I know from my own tools (a similie about having a hammer and all your problems look like nails, or some such almost comes to mind).
I secured several brand new Milwaukee tool cases from work. Tool cases don’t fit inside tool tills inside truck bodies. Space is at a minimum & those cases take up too much room.
However as you know to get the right tool case from a manufacturer costs a lot of money. Often a couple of hundred dollars. That’s the price of another tool. I was going to try the heat gun method & when I saw the success you had I’m thinking this is the right way to go.
I have a 18 volt Milwaukee heat gun without a case, a Milwaukee 12 volt pop rivet gun without a case. Two Milwaukee 18 volt impact guns without cases. Sounds like I need to secure some more cases? I know what I’ll be doing this winter if I have idle time? Thank you!
Nice, good luck John!
Brilliant idea!
Thanks Mikek
Wow what a great idea thanks
Welcome
Well done!!
Thanks!
Great Video ! Thank you for uploading good to see you again
Welcome
My Flemish is a little rusty so I'll say in my native language that I'm impressed with your ingenuity and effort to reduce your personal impact on the environment by recycling rather than replacing everyday items. Bravo sir
Thanks, simply realized one day I was programmed to solve every issue with a purchase... and decided to stop the cycle
@@TheLabOtomy that's because you are an intelligent man
@@MyName-sr7qu Only slightly above average
I simply cut out the inner layer of plastic and glue in a layer of polyurethane foam with a corresponding recess in shape, it turns out better
Did not want a wobbly case
Have you actually done this on a case like that? Rigidity is compromised way too much
@@BoDiddlydodah Еverything is ok, this case has been under the seat of my car for many years. Perhaps the fact is that the outer layer of plastic on my case is quite thick
GREAT IDEA!
Thanks
Awwww helll yeahh! LobOtomy is back bois! 😎
I'm never far Eric... never far...
Very great
Thx
Это не стоит потраченого времени. Конечно, если вы на помойке случайно нашли шуруповёрт и неподходящий кейс - можно и повозиться. Но проще вырезать вкладыш с гнёздами и вклеить лист поролона.
Может быть, проще, но не так сильно.
Would have been easier to cut it all out, then glued two pieces of foam in the inside.
But kudos for reusing instead of throwing it out.
Indeed, cutting out the inner molding is also an option, I preferred here to reshape to get a sturdier case with a thicker protective shell
Спасибо, посмотрев ваше видео, я умудрился сделать кейс для слона! Проблемой было обмотать его фольгой. Он думал, что я хочу его спечь на гриле. Но к вечеру мы оба устали и он сдался🐘🧳❤
😂
Збсь!! А аккумулятор ( battery)?😂
😂😂😂
Лютый колхоз!
Noice.
Thoinks
Yeah, but then the inside of that case looks like the plastic monster vomited in it.
@@jimthesoundman8641 kinda like your mum
And how often do you like at the inside of a case for a drill?
Want something nice, glue a puppy photo on it
@@TheLabOtomy They make shelf liners that are sort of like that stuff they used to make PC mouse pads out of, and I've used that to reline cases before, it works pretty well.
The only plastic monster is when you throw it in the garbage. This tip is brilliant.
Sometimes aesthetics is the priority, sometimes it's not.
In this case, I'll go with functionality, as the case is designed to prolong the state of the tool, therefore I don't care how ugly the case is, the priority is the state of the tool.
Не дай бог дожить до такой бедности. А использованные полиэтиленовые пакеты не стираете?
😂😂😂
Я "стираю" если споласкивание водой можно стиркой назвать = ) Из под пельменей большие, толстые пакеты. Очень годно для заморозок. По цветам можно еще сортировать что где лежит.
Тут вопрос не в бедности, а в том, чтобы вместо того чтобы один пакет выбросить и купить другой, можно не покупать другой и использовать первый, который всё равно уже куплен.
Но в целом соглашусь, это вопрос предпочтений. Кто-то допустим воду купит в бутылке, не допьёт и так и выбросит пол бутылки. Кто-то заберет домой и допьёт. А кто-то из дома принесет воду в многоразовой бутылке.
Тут тоже, кто-то использует пакеты которые уже есть, кто-то просто купит набор, кто-то не будет замораживать продукты вообще.
Or don't buy tools with trashy plastic blown molded cases.
Good point! But what to do with already existing molded cases?
....WTF....
Indeed
Do a sandwich box instead
My dry sausage would not fit in it
Excuse me! But why are you doing this? Why not 3D print a new Glock outta the old plastic tool case? Wouldn't that be cooler? There's lots of (Redacted) files available online. If your too squimish about guns then go to PG kiddy section and grab a (Redacted) file to print and make your child an original transformer. I printed an original *Strawberry Shortcake* action figure for her birthday. I couldn't get the original hair right so put in a Mohawk instead.
But why are you doing this?
Because I needed a case for the drill I repaired