Thanks for reminding me that it is getting close to time to rotate my blades. Folks that bring lumber in that has been stored in a barn for years don't realize how that dust will dull your knives. Another is the top boards of a pack that has had another pallet on top of it. Great video. Keep up the good work.
I remember your advice to rotate your cutters 180 rather than 90 to have two fresh sharp corners and hopefully avoid those lines. That has been much appreciated information. Even the owner’s manual of my machine shows rotating 90 degrees and results in lines and a ton of extra sanding. Thanks Robert.
You are so lucky! Your knives are only 2 sided and you have half as many! I have the older model double sided and it uses the square knives. Really sucks rotating those, you actually like it when its time to throw out a set and put new ones in! I guess my other issue is that we run barnwood, lots and lots of barnwood. Ugggghh. Another great video!
I have to store my wood vertically because of space constraints. I designated the back corner of the shop to wood storage. First I laid some heavy plastic on the floor, then laid a sheet of plywood on the plastic so the wood doesn’t absorb moisture from the concrete. I probably should start blowing off the end with some air though before I machine it
As usual i see you have another nice piece of equipment, very nice, i was wondering what you do with those wood chips, seams you could make some compost or biochar chips with that...thanks for sharing, and i look forward to the next one
Are those cutters reversible? As a thought, you should consider using some nice, wide, clear Black Walnut to check the cutter alignment instead of cheap Pine; unless you have something more expensive than Walnut.
I used to run whole-tree in-woods chippers for paper mill chips. Even though we tightened the knives down with 3/4 impact wrenches it was always amazing how much sawdust would still get behind them. Changing them was also a job I dreaded, especially since we usually did it in the dark before starting for the day. (And also because a machine that had been warming up all day was a favorite spot for snakes to bed down at night)
I used to run whole-tree in-woods chippers for paper mill chips. Even though we tightened the knives down with 3/4 impact wrenches it was always amazing how much sawdust would still get behind them. Changing them was also a job I dreaded, especially since we usually did it in the dark before starting for the day. (And also because a machine that had been warming up all day was a favorite spot for snakes to bed down at night
You'll like this...not one cutter but I did worse...I dropped that wooden lead pencil down into the pressure roller and it took me forever to get it out. If a lead pencil gets in a planer, the wood will wear down to the graphite and mark every board with a black stripe. I finally got it out, but that put a stressful ending on the day...I hate this kind of piddly work...but it's got to be done.
Yes, Really. If I follow your logic chain: since a tree (wood) grows out of dirt, and a planer cutter is designed to shear clean plant fibers with a razor sharp edge, then it shouldn't have a problem doing the same with the dirt the tree grew from? So dirt, rock particles and concrete dust doesn't dull sharp objects? OK, moving on, dumb comment.
That's why he's #1 people. Have a good week Robert.
Thanks! You too and Merry Christmas!
I like your attitude Robert. You give solid advice based on experience. I try to do the same. I'm an old man and I know things. Kids should listen.
Dang right!
That's good advice. I use paint markers to write on my equipment/parts, fastener sizes, dates, hours, mileage etc.
Thanks!
Thanks for reminding me that it is getting close to time to rotate my blades.
Folks that bring lumber in that has been stored in a barn for years don't realize how that dust will dull your knives. Another is the top boards of a pack that has had another pallet on top of it.
Great video. Keep up the good work.
Great point!
I remember your advice to rotate your cutters 180 rather than 90 to have two fresh sharp corners and hopefully avoid those lines. That has been much appreciated information. Even the owner’s manual of my machine shows rotating 90 degrees and results in lines and a ton of extra sanding. Thanks Robert.
Hey, that's great! I like it when people give me feedback that I helped them out and the results work!
You must love these guys who run pallet wood through their planer
They might as well be trying a plane a dirt road. Most people who plane pallet boards for furniture only do it once.
Loved that grin with the thumbs up. Made my day.
Merry Christmas Robert and family.
Happy holidays! I wasn't sure how that would go over!
@HobbyHardwoodAlabama that just gives the video some character. Can't be to polished or you'll look like and sound like some P.B.S. show. 😛
I like this video, thanks for the planer updates
I believe the tungsten carbide is recyclable. In fact, metal is one of the few materials that is more affordable to recycle than to mine new.
Thanks for watching!
I heard about that after I threw them out. I did not know, but I will see how it goes on the next batch.
Thanks for the great tips and sharing of knowledge. Love the channel and look forward to the next video.
I appreciate it!
As usual, thanks for the great information!! Always appreciate your insight.
My pleasure!
nice tip thank you
Thanks!
We have had the carbide ground to sharpen the edges. and had good success. Do you have an opinion on grinding carbide inserts?
I've not found anybody around here who can do it accurately, so I can't say if it works or not.
Great info . Ty
Thanks!
You are so lucky! Your knives are only 2 sided and you have half as many! I have the older model double sided and it uses the square knives. Really sucks rotating those, you actually like it when its time to throw out a set and put new ones in! I guess my other issue is that we run barnwood, lots and lots of barnwood. Ugggghh. Another great video!
Thanks! Yes, cleaning and rotating is an even worse job, I have to do that on my Byrd Powermatic.
I have to store my wood vertically because of space constraints. I designated the back corner of the shop to wood storage. First I laid some heavy plastic on the floor, then laid a sheet of plywood on the plastic so the wood doesn’t absorb moisture from the concrete. I probably should start blowing off the end with some air though before I machine it
That's a great idea!
As usual i see you have another nice piece of equipment, very nice, i was wondering what you do with those wood chips, seams you could make some compost or biochar chips with that...thanks for sharing, and i look forward to the next one
Thanks! I give them away to the local horse people.
Are those cutters reversible? As a thought, you should consider using some nice, wide, clear Black Walnut to check the cutter alignment instead of cheap Pine; unless you have something more expensive than Walnut.
Forgot.........another great, informative video. Thanks.
Dave
Yes the cutters are reversible but were on their second rotation. I got out of this on pretty easy, only one cutter was out of whack.
I used to run whole-tree in-woods chippers for paper mill chips. Even though we tightened the knives down with 3/4 impact wrenches it was always amazing how much sawdust would still get behind them. Changing them was also a job I dreaded, especially since we usually did it in the dark before starting for the day. (And also because a machine that had been warming up all day was a favorite spot for snakes to bed down at night)
I used to run whole-tree in-woods chippers for paper mill chips. Even though we tightened the knives down with 3/4 impact wrenches it was always amazing how much sawdust would still get behind them. Changing them was also a job I dreaded, especially since we usually did it in the dark before starting for the day. (And also because a machine that had been warming up all day was a favorite spot for snakes to bed down at night
I bet that was an aggravating job!
Thanks!
My pleasure!
That's why I cut pasture with a rotary cutter/bush hog instead of a flail mower...just 2 blades instead of dozens.
Simpler is better.
What a difference!. Pink glasses make.
Pink?
Got an old saying........... Thats why you make the big money
I wish I did make the big money! Thanks for watching!
That’s one of those jobs where I just bite the bullet and hire it done😂
I know, it's just not fun.
Thanks , sometimes it’s hard to “ see “ the obvious.
Yes, we get in a rut, do everything the same time and again, and never notice. Thanks for watching.
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Thanks for watching my videos.
@@HobbyHardwoodAlabama appreciate the education, our mills coming in the fall.
You live and learn or at least you should learn.
Yes it was a hard lesson, but it sure made a difference once I stopped.
Be honest - how many of those teeth did you drop down into the planer and how much cussin' ensued. ;)
Great video and great tip!
You'll like this...not one cutter but I did worse...I dropped that wooden lead pencil down into the pressure roller and it took me forever to get it out. If a lead pencil gets in a planer, the wood will wear down to the graphite and mark every board with a black stripe. I finally got it out, but that put a stressful ending on the day...I hate this kind of piddly work...but it's got to be done.
Not a huge deal.Your wood grows out of dirt.30% ?Really?
Yes, Really. If I follow your logic chain: since a tree (wood) grows out of dirt, and a planer cutter is designed to shear clean plant fibers with a razor sharp edge, then it shouldn't have a problem doing the same with the dirt the tree grew from? So dirt, rock particles and concrete dust doesn't dull sharp objects? OK, moving on, dumb comment.