I'm not sure the best place to put this - but I recently got into making stuff and learning tools. I saw this play list and went through it and I could see how much Spike meant to you and how well you treated him - I did some searching and saw that Spike had passed. Thanks for teaching me stuff in such a entertaining way and I'm sorry for your loss
Jimmy - my husband constantly watches your channel for inspiration and ideas. He will get in the shop and try some of these projects for himself. He is pretty crafty too ... he has a forge and a bunch of old tools that he putters around with. He made 5 knives last week. Two from a saw blade and three from files. His hunting/fishing pals are all wanting to barter him for knives now. As his wife, I think that is so cool. It's wonderful to hear him out in his shops working on these fun projects. I just wanted you to know that what you do is infecting others. Thank you!
For anyone who loves Jim DiResta as much as me, he had a TV show, where he would take old items and fix them up and its truly incredible, and its awesome seeing him on there. Its called Dirty Money, search RUclips for it, and you wont be let down. Just watched every single episode in 2 days haha.
Two tips I've learned (the hard way): - if you put your router bits all the way in, they can get stuck. If you leave them an 1/8" from the bottom, you can free them with a love tap. - if your router bits rattle together (like Jimmy's spares do) they will dull a lot quicker.
OMG, great tips! When you screwed that router on to your workbench, I fell over with amazement. Duh - why didn't I think of that! Thanks Jimmy! You just saved me a bunch of money.
The best circle cutting technique I have ever seen was in a YT video by some English bloke. I seem to recall he had a very thick northern English (Yorkshire?) accent and I can't find it now for the life of me. He just drilled a hole the size of his router collar (guide bushing) into a board and stuck the router in there with the collar attached. This way, it became a pivot point around which the router could spin freely. It was the bigger router type with the big handles on either side. With this set-up, his arms basically moved like a con rod when cutting the circle. The router, pivoting with respect to the circle cutting jig during the cut, always retained its orientation with respect to the user. He basically just went swiftly back and forth in a single, fluid motion. And there was not the slightest kerfuffle with the power cord and the shop vac hose. You know, the stuff you constantly need to lift over the router and clear up mid-cut if you screw your router down in a fixed position on the circle jig. I think he used this when installing kitchen tabletops, minimum mess in his customers' homes.
just want you to know that I enjoy every video you make.. when I get the alert that there is a new video, I wait till I have the time and quiet to sit down and listen and learn... I have seen every one of your vids at least once. you truly know your stuff. thanks for making the videos.. it's great stuff... On one video you said you read all the comments. every thing you bring forward in a video cause waaay more learning and invention than you may realize... well done... Thanks for the info...
Jimmy you are awesome!!!! real Genius man. Cant stop watching your videos one time an another... is just better than anything. I left movies, i watch your videos thousens of times. it's incredible. in my kitchen when i prepear breakfast, in the bathroom, at night, cant stop watching your stuff. Im glad to meet this videos, and im really thanksfull to you for shearing your knowledge. ot´s a privilege to see you at work, to see yours skills and creativity. Really thanks, from Argentina. thanks.....a lot of Thanks man, and sorry for my poor english.
You won't believe it!! I literally just bought my first router yesterday (Makita trimmer router) and was almost clueless in how to use it...until my guardian angel Jimmy and his friendly neighborhood troll Waelder helped me out! I feel like this video was made for me! Haha, thanks so much guys. 😊
Having just power watched all 11 of your tip videos, excellent by the way, the best tip came in the table saw vid, SAFETY..... I too can be absent minded, and that last segment really hit home...SAFETY IS #1. Thank you Jimmy, you rock!!!
I like how you attached the wrench tool on the power cord. Not sure if you purposely put it near the end of the cord, but I think it is a good place to put it, as it forces you to unplug the power tool to use the wrench. Safety first. Great tips Jimmy.
I always Love the Tip videos. Can't get enough. The Spike paws make me laugh every time, they will NEVER get old. Thank you for doing what you do! This stuff is GOLD.
Wow, router tips that "may be inappropriate" for some viewers (?!). I freakin' love this! It's been too long since your last tips vid... These are pure gold
Had me smiling at the end! Some really good tips. I had often wondered about the differences between the flush bits with the bearing on the bottom or top. You explained it well.
Great video, Jimmy! I wish I would have watched this video the first time I used a router. Especially the first time I ever used a bearing-guided bit. It was a cheap roundover bit, and I am guessing it was also barely tightened. Naturally, I did about 20 roundovers, and on the 21st, the bearing came off, the bit dug in, and I destroyed that part of my project. This video should be another "must watch" before the first time using a router.
I've been watching you for awhile now. I love your artistry but I have to say these tip episodes are the best! So much useful information. Just wanted to say thanks for passing on the knowledge.
Great video as usual Jimmy. Good way to raise some money for the new school ( and possibly drive you nuts depending on who wins) could be to raffle out a "Day with Diresta" at your shop or school when it's finished ( transportation not included of course)
Hi Jimmy, it's Mattia from Italy! I love Spike and it's confidence with the shop! Also appreciate your love for all of your pets! About your videos: every time a good job, full of skills!
Nice! I love these tips videos. I used to do a lot of veneer work and I'd use a bottom bearing trimming bit that had been resharpened once or twice so the diameter of the cutter is just a little smaller than the bearing. It works just like your tape method but no tape, good if you're constantly doing that type of trimming.
Brilliant and informative tips content Jimmy, Thank you, I'm just learning so am a little behind on your videos by a couple of years, !!! But with this kind of great advice, I will be reasonably proficient in no time, I appreciate you going to the time and trouble to make these videos and sharing with us mere mortals. Thank you. Looking forward to meeting you at the NEC for Makers Central next month. until then, take care. All the best from London UK
Please do a Diresta Tips for air nailguns or even compressors. Since it may be a nobrainer for americans I think these are no topic for european woodworkers. It always seems as it is a good helper even for small parts and looks easy.
another good reason to attach the spanner to the cord near the plug is that you need to unplug it to change bits, in case you are the kind of person who likes turning on power tools while you are holding the pointy spinny bits. On my router this is harder to do as the power switch broke and I jammed it on so any time it is plugged in it is running, which is probably dangerous in other, more frequent situations like plugging it in.
God Jimmy, I love that cat. I've got a black and white one almost like him. Mine is 20+ pounds and is a treasure when he gets an attitude. He does look me in the eye, I guess I'm going to be dinner one day!! Love the tips, keep the stuff coming. I learn something every time I watch one of your vids. Best, Bob
Man, that was instructional and amazing, as all well done videos should be. Learned more about routing on this single video than on the sum of all the previous. Great, subscribed
I really enjoy these tips videos. As someone who lost a father at a young age I can learn what he didn't have a chance to teach me. When I'm in the shop making, the inspiration these videos gives pushes me into new creative projects .I am really benefiting from the podcast as well. I just want to say thanks again for all the cool stuff that you do . On a side note. I see a lot of DiResta inspired videos on you tube.Does it bother you that people use your name in their video titles or is it flattering ? If it is the later I may make an inspiration video as well. Thanks again and have a great day.
It made me feel good seeing your bits in the drawer like that, that's pretty much the same way I keep my stuff, sometimes I watch some of these guys like Adam savage and they are so organized it makes me feel like I'm slacking.
Your one lucky dude Jimmy D Awesome job on your new Saw Stop....but if ANYBODY has the right to own one it is you bc you have so much knowledge. Keep em coming bro..... One of these days I hope to own a table saw with a good fence lol.
Tips always useful thanks for sharing, as always I learned a lot does and don't, by the way loving the ice pick which arrived last week. Keep up the excellent work
I'm not sure the best place to put this - but I recently got into making stuff and learning tools. I saw this play list and went through it and I could see how much Spike meant to you and how well you treated him - I did some searching and saw that Spike had passed. Thanks for teaching me stuff in such a entertaining way and I'm sorry for your loss
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼👊🏼👊🏼
Love the gags at the end. Perpendicular!
This first tip of attaching the wrench to the cord is actually a hidden safety tip. So you always remember to unplug the router before changing bits.
Thanks again Dave and Jimmy for taking the time to meet me yesterday. You guys are class act people. Ciao! Eric
+sushi1196 Thank you brother!! nice to see you !!
Jimmy - my husband constantly watches your channel for inspiration and ideas. He will get in the shop and try some of these projects for himself. He is pretty crafty too ... he has a forge and a bunch of old tools that he putters around with. He made 5 knives last week. Two from a saw blade and three from files. His hunting/fishing pals are all wanting to barter him for knives now. As his wife, I think that is so cool. It's wonderful to hear him out in his shops working on these fun projects. I just wanted you to know that what you do is infecting others. Thank you!
+La Luna so nice to hear thank you!! please give him a fist bump from me !!
The best series on RUclips! A real shop from a guy that uses his tools and gets his hands dirty. GREAT STUFF! Thank you Jimmy.
For anyone who loves Jim DiResta as much as me, he had a TV show, where he would take old items and fix them up and its truly incredible, and its awesome seeing him on there. Its called Dirty Money, search RUclips for it, and you wont be let down. Just watched every single episode in 2 days haha.
Love the idea of the wrench on the cord. Will use it once I find my wrench.
Two tips I've learned (the hard way):
- if you put your router bits all the way in, they can get stuck. If you leave them an 1/8" from the bottom, you can free them with a love tap.
- if your router bits rattle together (like Jimmy's spares do) they will dull a lot quicker.
Thanks for another great video Jimmy. I've been making for 30+ years and still learn something from your tips and tricks vids every time I watch them.
+Robert August THANK YOU great to hear from my old timers!!! Thank you !
OMG, great tips! When you screwed that router on to your workbench, I fell over with amazement. Duh - why didn't I think of that! Thanks Jimmy! You just saved me a bunch of money.
That bearing tip was worth a million bucks. Thanks Mr Diresta!
Just came across your video today and I am so glad I watched the video. So many helpful tips on the table saw and most importantly about safety.
The best circle cutting technique I have ever seen was in a YT video by some English bloke. I seem to recall he had a very thick northern English (Yorkshire?) accent and I can't find it now for the life of me.
He just drilled a hole the size of his router collar (guide bushing) into a board and stuck the router in there with the collar attached. This way, it became a pivot point around which the router could spin freely. It was the bigger router type with the big handles on either side.
With this set-up, his arms basically moved like a con rod when cutting the circle. The router, pivoting with respect to the circle cutting jig during the cut, always retained its orientation with respect to the user. He basically just went swiftly back and forth in a single, fluid motion.
And there was not the slightest kerfuffle with the power cord and the shop vac hose.
You know, the stuff you constantly need to lift over the router and clear up mid-cut if you screw your router down in a fixed position on the circle jig.
I think he used this when installing kitchen tabletops, minimum mess in his customers' homes.
just want you to know that I enjoy every video you make.. when I get the alert that there is a new video, I wait till I have the time and quiet to sit down and listen and learn... I have seen every one of your vids at least once. you truly know your stuff. thanks for making the videos.. it's great stuff... On one video you said you read all the comments. every thing you bring forward in a video cause waaay more learning and invention than you may realize... well done... Thanks for the info...
Taking a look back at this video and see spike breaks my heart. We miss you little guy
Really nice of you giving out such good tips. You're channel is like a gold mine for OCD people that want to see things done right.
Jimmy you are awesome!!!! real Genius man. Cant stop watching your videos one time an another... is just better than anything. I left movies, i watch your videos thousens of times. it's incredible. in my kitchen when i prepear breakfast, in the bathroom, at night, cant stop watching your stuff. Im glad to meet this videos, and im really thanksfull to you for shearing your knowledge. ot´s a privilege to see you at work, to see yours skills and creativity.
Really thanks, from Argentina.
thanks.....a lot of Thanks man, and sorry for my poor english.
You won't believe it!! I literally just bought my first router yesterday (Makita trimmer router) and was almost clueless in how to use it...until my guardian angel Jimmy and his friendly neighborhood troll Waelder helped me out! I feel like this video was made for me! Haha, thanks so much guys. 😊
Know matter how much I think I know, I always learn a few new useful things from your tips videos! Thank you as always!!!
Thank you Jimmy for another great lesson! Your videos are valuable additions to our homeschool woodworking class.
Having just power watched all 11 of your tip videos, excellent by the way, the best tip came in the table saw vid, SAFETY..... I too can be absent minded, and that last segment really hit home...SAFETY IS #1. Thank you Jimmy, you rock!!!
I like how you attached the wrench tool on the power cord. Not sure if you purposely put it near the end of the cord, but I think it is a good place to put it, as it forces you to unplug the power tool to use the wrench. Safety first. Great tips Jimmy.
When Spike does CNC, it will be Cat Numerically Controlled.
So that's not what it really means?
I always Love the Tip videos. Can't get enough. The Spike paws make me laugh every time, they will NEVER get old. Thank you for doing what you do! This stuff is GOLD.
Great to see Spike get some face time. Love the tip on the weighted router and spinning the piece to manage power cable and debris.
thanks for the tips, bought a router a few months ago and this is a great help to avoid some of the common mistakes.
Wow, router tips that "may be inappropriate" for some viewers (?!). I freakin' love this! It's been too long since your last tips vid... These are pure gold
Had me smiling at the end! Some really good tips. I had often wondered about the differences between the flush bits with the bearing on the bottom or top. You explained it well.
Yes! The best series on RUclips returns for part 11. Looking forward to this one for a long time, thanks man!
God Bless you Diresta, your an inspiration for anyone at any level... of any type of art.
These are some of the best videos. I like the little bits of technique. Very helpful. Thanks !!
Great video, Jimmy! I wish I would have watched this video the first time I used a router. Especially the first time I ever used a bearing-guided bit. It was a cheap roundover bit, and I am guessing it was also barely tightened. Naturally, I did about 20 roundovers, and on the 21st, the bearing came off, the bit dug in, and I destroyed that part of my project. This video should be another "must watch" before the first time using a router.
I love these "Tips" videos. I'm just starting to dabble in making things and these have been a huge help.
Thank you for not only share tips and trick, but great shop mentality too.
As always with these videos I couldn't believe 20 minutes was up already. Great tips!
This kind of tips videos are awsome... Saves lots of time and the most important: improves safety.
You are such an inspiration Jimmy! I absolutely enjoy your creativity.
I've been watching you for awhile now. I love your artistry but I have to say these tip episodes are the best! So much useful information. Just wanted to say thanks for passing on the knowledge.
Glad to see Mr Spike back in the shop!
Nice work Spike! Never look DiResta directly in the eye... Thanks for the tips Jimmy. Solid as always!
+Greg's Garage Respect!!!
Spike, man! That cat deserves his own fan club, and go-cart! Totally!
Throw a couple of mothballs into the drawers with the bits. The off-gassing from the naphthalene helps prevent rust.
Good tip! Tx
+jimmydiresta In August my workshop smells like my grandmother's closet but none of the tool steel is rusted.
Thanks for the very useful tips. Always take away something to learn watching your videos.
I am a brand new wood worker and this was super friggin helpful thank you.
All your tips are great Jimmy. Thanks. Also, they are very enjoyable!
Great video as usual Jimmy. Good way to raise some money for the new school ( and possibly drive you nuts depending on who wins) could be to raffle out a "Day with Diresta" at your shop or school when it's finished ( transportation not included of course)
I Always learn something with your videos, the circle cutter jig it's a good idea! Thanks for sharing
Haven't seen Spike getting to work in a while! Great video Jimmy.
Gotta let dad know this New tips video is out!!!! For sure another great one! I learned a lot! Loved the ending! Brian
7:36 "put your router in a vice"... +AvE would be proud! That's some damn fine, skookum choochin advice!
+ASKtheQUESTION - yes turn it till you hear it creak or crack, than back off a little.
Hi Jimmy, it's Mattia from Italy!
I love Spike and it's confidence with the shop!
Also appreciate your love for all of your pets!
About your videos: every time a good job, full of skills!
Nice! I love these tips videos.
I used to do a lot of veneer work and I'd use a bottom bearing trimming bit that had been resharpened once or twice so the diameter of the cutter is just a little smaller than the bearing. It works just like your tape method but no tape, good if you're constantly doing that type of trimming.
I like your style. Best advice I ever got was "Never trust a man with a clean shop"!
Brilliant and informative tips content Jimmy, Thank you, I'm just learning so am a little behind on your videos by a couple of years, !!! But with this kind of great advice, I will be reasonably proficient in no time, I appreciate you going to the time and trouble to make these videos and sharing with us mere mortals. Thank you. Looking forward to meeting you at the NEC for Makers Central next month. until then, take care. All the best from London UK
Thanks for the tips. I literally learn something new on every video.
Please do a Diresta Tips for air nailguns or even compressors. Since it may be a nobrainer for americans I think these are no topic for european woodworkers. It always seems as it is a good helper even for small parts and looks easy.
Love the Spike interstitials and the voice of the troll on these videos. Also, love the actual tips!
Thanks for your tips.
Your chipout protection helps me a lot.
This was a real treat for me at the end of a very long day... Thanks...
Informative AND funny as always. A rare find in wood work RUclips videos.
Thanks again Jimmy. Your cameraman should have his own page. He has waaaaay too much to say. Love your work too David.
+Frank B He Does actually. David makes some pretty slick stuff too.
Good jobs Jimmy, Spike, and Waelder, thanks for sharing.
Congratulation Jimmy !!!! siempre sorprendiendo con tus ideas... soy tu fan de Argentina
Spike the cat… undoubtedly, the star of the show!
Great tips, awesome video!
another good reason to attach the spanner to the cord near the plug is that you need to unplug it to change bits, in case you are the kind of person who likes turning on power tools while you are holding the pointy spinny bits. On my router this is harder to do as the power switch broke and I jammed it on so any time it is plugged in it is running, which is probably dangerous in other, more frequent situations like plugging it in.
Always looking forward to the next.
very,very useful tips from many years of experience. thank you!
God Jimmy, I love that cat. I've got a black and white one almost like him. Mine is 20+ pounds and is a treasure when he gets an attitude. He does look me in the eye, I guess I'm going to be dinner one day!! Love the tips, keep the stuff coming. I learn something every time I watch one of your vids. Best, Bob
Jimmy, Matt,David....tips and tricks for the novice everyday diyer.👍👍👍
Jim I've been doing this work since you were swawowing scwews. You give me new ideas all the time. Thanks
just order my first router couple days before. thank you for nice piece of knowlege I need to start working!
Thanks for the tip on not losing stuff. Great tip!
Man, that was instructional and amazing, as all well done videos should be. Learned more about routing on this single video than on the sum of all the previous. Great, subscribed
I really enjoy these tips videos. As someone who lost a father at a young age I can learn what he didn't have a chance to teach me. When I'm in the shop making, the inspiration these videos gives pushes me into new creative projects .I am really benefiting from the podcast as well. I just want to say thanks again for all the cool stuff that you do .
On a side note. I see a lot of DiResta inspired videos on you tube.Does it bother you that people use your name in their video titles or is it flattering ? If it is the later I may make an inspiration video as well. Thanks again and have a great day.
Thank you !!! I don't mind people using my name it is flattering !!
Ahhh Spike! So good to see you.
It made me feel good seeing your bits in the drawer like that, that's pretty much the same way I keep my stuff, sometimes I watch some of these guys like Adam savage and they are so organized it makes me feel like I'm slacking.
Thanks Jimmy, love the style and pace of your tutorials.
Stuart
Definitely Perpendicular to the Grain! Thanks Jimmy, always enjoy these Tips videos (well all your videos).
+MRrwmac The correct term would be across the grain. As opposed to with the grain. So they were both wrong.
+Paul Frederick Against the grain**
Carl Antaya
you plane against the grain. You cut across the grain. Well, actually you don't plane against the grain. Not if you want it to work.
Thank you as always Jimmy! Great tip on using hot glue to hold down your work piece. I think this video IS Spike approved....5 paws.
Your one lucky dude Jimmy D
Awesome job on your new Saw Stop....but if ANYBODY has the right to own one it is you bc you have so much knowledge. Keep em coming bro..... One of these days I hope to own a table saw with a good fence lol.
Way to go, Spike!
my favorite segment. cheers jimmy.
I learn so much watching your videos. Thanks!
Tips always useful thanks for sharing, as always I learned a lot does and don't, by the way loving the ice pick which arrived last week. Keep up the excellent work
Valuable tips and advice. Thanks Jimmy.
I love these videos. I love all your videos but I've learned a ton from these. Well done Jimmy
I have been waiting for the next one of these! Really appreciate the time you put into them.
Spike just gets better and better!
Jimmy, Good Stuff & just what I needed cause I just got my 1st hand held router Porter Cable.... so I'll be watching for a long time TANX
Really useful advice. Thank you. I just love Spike.
Copper work hardens and becomes stiff for a wrap. That workshop is crazy packed with stuff. Its incredible that it exists in Manhattan.
Nice to see this series back :D
2 minutes in and I already learned something, thanks jimmy. you da man
I have learned soooo much from your tip videos, really thank you man. and the new lights are great.
These tips series videos are so freakin' valuable. Thank you!
+Awesome Wood Things Thank you again brother!!
I was just going to buy a router. Thanks for putting this video up Jimmy!
great video, i liked the clips at the end :) (David is right, you're cutting parallel to the end grain and perpendicular to the long grain)
Just brilliant. Thanks Jimmy et al.
JIMMY...I GOT MY MAIL!!!! THANK you for all the cards, stencil & ESP the saw dust. Your saw dust even looks better than mine. hahaha much love xoxo