That sh*t just blew my mind. I know it’s spendy, but I can’t believe this tech is available to the consumer market. It’s now on my “one day” tool list. Thanks, man.
I've had the full sized Nova DVR drill press for a little over a year. Love it. Wait until you try tapping threads with it. It periodically auto reverses to clear the metal shavings as it cuts the thread.
Stumpy Nubs yeah that’s the first thing I thought of. I used to work in a factory making locks for a pickup bed cover and would pump out around 400 a day and had to drill and tap each one only had a 12v drill to do the tapping with. I’m sure I could have made 800 a day with that setup!:)
Why is the head of this smaller Viking model so much taller than the one in the Voyager (the floor model). Is the Voyager not direct drive? It has higher horsepower.
Did NOT see that ending coming. 😂 Loving the return of the lighthearted tone over the last few videos. (My kids still occasionally bust out your old "who's in your house?!?" line.) Good stuff.
My friend just bought the same one, I got to use this press recently. I love it. Maybe you could make one round plate with a square insert for easy replacement
The little triangle thing that you thought was a insert remover is a Morse taper removal tool you put the quill down and there is a slot that you put it in and it will wedge the chuck out
A quick look through the manual online shows that the USB cable is for firmware updates. I already have a soldering iron with update-able firmware so now I need this too!
I am so glad you are having fun in the shop again. I now have Drill Press Envy. Looking forward to seeing how you incorporate this into your woodworking builds. LOVE IT MAN
Round inserts....simple. I’m sure someone has already commented this idea but here goes. I’m guessing the insert is a standard hole saw size? Make a bridge template out of MDF to fit the hole saw. Size the gap underneath to fit the wood size for your insert (width and thickness). Line up your template with the hole saw (minus the pilot bit) and clamp it down. Slide in your desired insert wood and cut an insert....push and cut another, push and cut, push and cut. Now the Nova is making its own inserts. Just think of the possibilities.... Walnut insert, Red heart, Purple Heart, Zebra Wood....Now you not only have one of the coolest drill presses but also the most stylish. Great video keep them coming.
Hmm....I love circular inserts. Been using them on mine for years. Essentially the benefit is if you have the center of the stand off center from the circle, you can continually rotate the insert to get areas that haven't been eaten up yet, making it so you need to change inserts way less often because they are so reusable.
Don't know if anyone has already explained it, but to my understanding, left handed drill-bits are useful for removing snapped bolt-heads. There's also down-cut bits that leave a cleaner entry cut, but, I'm not certain they're left hand or both.
Ray is right. If you extend the quill you'll see it has a slot in it. You insert the tool and give it a tap and the wedge shape will eject the morse taper arbor that holds the chuck. When you get your keyless chuck, get an extra arbor, then you can quickly swap chucks.
I'd say it's worth 1k. Looks great. Can you thread holes with a tap and reverse out? Does it have enough torque for that application? I'd probably stick on a Woodpeckers table for woodworking uses and then use the native for table metal-working.
Without question, you're funniest video ever and prob the funniest youtube video I've seen... . I was in tears... I had to rewind it twice.... love it David. The drill is a beast as well. Very jealous.... lol. 😂😂😂😁😁😁
Dave, I just got one this week. Love it too. I did notice that the back adjustable LED light underneath does not light up. The 2 front LEDs work though. Does your adjustable LED back by post light up?
I upgraded my Nova 1624 wood lathe with the DVR controller. Whole new world of control and safety. Shuts down if you get a catch and applies more power to be consistent on speed. Love it!!
I have a really big desire for that drill press. I have a Powermatic with variable speed but this is much cooler. Can't justify replacing the similarly expensive Powermatic. Maybe I can sell it for enough to justify it. I have a Nova Galaxy DVR lathe with a similar (maybe the same) motor and variable speed setup. I love it. I was wondering if you make your own wood table if you could adapt that nice fence to run in the t-track by replacing the bolts or custom cut parallel grooved in the table to take the existing bolts? I think that's what I would do.
Thanks for the video, this bad boy definitely has some cool features that are great ideas, but for my needs I doubt the juice is worth the squeeze. Did you ever determine what the USB cable was for?
Since I swapped my bench drill for a pedestal drill, I've sort of missed the bench one! Now your Nova is ripper. Finally, someone has redefined and revolutionised the bench drill. I love the large diameter column and the beefy quill. But the direct drive and variable speed. Some sort of heaven. Excellent. I'm going to get one?
So a couple of questions: 1) how did your electric motor upgrade to the electronic drill press lower / raise mod go some time ago (changing from the Dewalt drill to the 90deg motor)? I couldn't find a follow up. 2) have you made a similar modification to your Viking? If not, why not? If so, any pictures / video?
Package was shipped and arrive with a busted selector switch. Company says they don't have a replacement PCB board. I know these selection/pot switches are less than $10. Anyway to get a replacement that can be used to replaced the OEM unit?
Ironically, that's why I gave it a thumbs down....just review the product and stop wasting time is my opinion. If only he was as funny as he thought he was, he'd be onto something.
I have the Nova Voyager, it's totally worth the money. However, I had a few manufacturer defects with mine, I was able to get a replacement part no problem from Teknatool. I filled my drill press column with molten lead... super rigid and dense now!
@@jhalleck It takes 150lbs to fill a drill press column. I paid 25¢ per pound at the scrap yard for mostly fishing weights, and home made muffin tin billets. I melted down in one of those re-loading melting pots that pours off the bottom.
What keyless chuck did you end up installing??? Would you mind sharing a link??? I would like to get a good one for mine as well. Thanks for selling me on this sucker, it’s great!!!
That reversing function you see while it gets to that depth is for power tapping. When you get to the depth you need for blind holes it reverses automatically..
How tall is the cabinet you have it on? I ordered one and was going to build a stand for it before it arrives. Looks like the height is just right. Great review.
@Make Something, did you get a keyless chuck for this DP yet? If so, which one did you get or could you recommend one for this model? I am about to pull the trigger on this bad boy. Thanks.
You had me giggling the entire video lol Priceless ending! XD I thought I was happy with my faithful ridgid drill press. I *thought* I was... This one is going on my short list. As much as I use my drill press, the features this one offers would improve my work efficiency by a ton.
I have that same JET, I modified mine extensively. I switched out the motor for a 2hp Baldor gold drive rated motor. Installed a single phase VFD with adjustable accel and deccel ramps along with being able to control the speed via frequency. I also drilled the spindle and installed a whirly handle.
Hey David, the metal thing you lifted the round table thing with looks like a tool that you remove the chuck taper with. I bet you already knew this considering you changed the chuck on your old drillpress but just in case you dont. When you fully extend the drill press there is a small slotted hole where you can see the end of the taper and thats where you put that metal triangular piece and give it a whack with a hammer.
I like the how you guys are joking around in your recent videos! I read a post somewhere where you were saying that you cut all of the jokes out because you want to come off as serious... I definability like the humor...
What's your opinion on the nova voyager. In AUS there almost 3 grand when you can buy a jet drill press for less than half of that, is it really worth it?
Thanks so much for making this! I've had my eye on the floor model for a long time, but think I'm gonna get this one instead and mount the head to my floor model for added distance. Cannot wait to drill glass! hopefully this will cut down on cracking on some whiskey bottles. Also do you have a link for the keyless chuck? thanks!
I really enjoyed your review and will be ordering a Viking in the next week or so. I wonder if you would mind giving me the height of your lathe bench that you set your Viking on and your height? I really need a better understanding of how tall the bench needs to be for comfortable use for me and by seeing you standing next to the Viking on the lathe bench and with the requested dimensions I can extrapolate the bench height I need. The bench I am going to put the drill press on is 35" high and I am 5' 6" so I need to shorten my bench but don't know how much.
I don’t think I would use those features very often. Maybe this is a good investment for people that make a lot of blind holes. I was always good to drill by feeling or using the standard depth stop.
Love your video! Love your new drill press! I get your frustrations with your old drill press. When your under the gun to get things done and you're in the zone. You need your equipment to run and work smoothly period. Thanks for the great info. I am researching for my new drill press. This is very helpful.
After a ton of research. I’ve decided I’m getting one! Gonna pick up that magnetic drill press fence that you demonstrated in another video too. Gonna make my life way easier!!! One question I did have is what keyless chuck would you recommend? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks brother
Great video once again, rockin the authentic change up and Dan edits. My eight year daughter Olivia loves watching your videos with me. She said today, "he's funny. I think he refuses to grow up! He should built a penny floor in the floating head corner." So, challenge accepted?
David, what's it like for accuracy? What about run out? Is a 1/2" hole 1/2" or is it bigger? My current drill press has that problem and looking to upgrade. This looks great.
Hey ya'll I fixed the video description. Sorry for the confusion. I blame Dan!
Make Something dang it dan!
I thought we blamed Chuck?
Can I have your old one 😁
That sh*t just blew my mind. I know it’s spendy, but I can’t believe this tech is available to the consumer market. It’s now on my “one day” tool list. Thanks, man.
Allen Marshall Jr no
I've had the full sized Nova DVR drill press for a little over a year. Love it. Wait until you try tapping threads with it. It periodically auto reverses to clear the metal shavings as it cuts the thread.
One of you should do a video demo of that
Stumpy Nubs yeah that’s the first thing I thought of. I used to work in a factory making locks for a pickup bed cover and would pump out around 400 a day and had to drill and tap each one only had a 12v drill to do the tapping with. I’m sure I could have made 800 a day with that setup!:)
Why is the head of this smaller Viking model so much taller than the one in the Voyager (the floor model). Is the Voyager not direct drive? It has higher horsepower.
@@sergiopereira Integrated vs bolt on motor.
The voyager has a lower speed limit of 150 I believe. Does that impact its usefulness for tapping?
Did NOT see that ending coming. 😂 Loving the return of the lighthearted tone over the last few videos. (My kids still occasionally bust out your old "who's in your house?!?" line.) Good stuff.
Was gonna suggest you just drag that thing out into the driveway but that was definitely more time efficient
Thanks for that comment. I almost missed that part
My friend just bought the same one, I got to use this press recently. I love it. Maybe you could make one round plate with a square insert for easy replacement
I'm sold ordering one right now....after I get some drug money.
That line killed me lol.
You didn't get your drug money in the mail yet?
Best part is Cameraman Dan not help David struggle to get the damn thing in the door. Excellent documentarian.
"Why reverse?"
"To go backwards." |
Loving it.
Thread tapping also.
What is the overall height of this drill press? From the top of the motor to the base. Cant find it anywhere.
I never thought I’d have drill press envy. But here I am.
YouCanMakeThisToo I thought the same thing
Your enthusiasm is making me buy one right now. I just hope I can get it at this side of the pond!!!
And I’m just 7 min into the vid
I’m loving the vlog! You’re killing it!
Make Something means a lot from you! 🥰
omg the amount of happiness in this video! It's like watching a kid on christmas and I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!
Funny I find it annoying. Nice drill press though.
Loving your last few videos David! Such a positive energy, and the little comments and joke can't help but make me burst out laughing!
RE: INSERTS - suppose you could make ONE round replacement that has a SQUARE opening in ITSELF, allowing you to make square replacements.
Mark Young that’s what I was thinking. Just make a metal insert with a square hole to put sacrificial wood inserts in.
The little triangle thing that you thought was a insert remover is a Morse taper removal tool you put the quill down and there is a slot that you put it in and it will wedge the chuck out
FWIW, it's called a drift.
Reverse should fill in the hole when you mistakenly drilled in the wrong place.
I haven't had this much fun watching a tool unboxing/setup/review video EVER.
“This one has 4 1/2 inches ... my other had 3...” *Dan immediately starts laughing* #twss
Size doesn't matter? Lol
@@BurninGems it's not about the travel distance, it's about how you drill the hole.
Ha ha 😂
I have their floor unit and it is one of the best tools in my shop. PS, reverse for tapping.
I'm kicking myself for not ordering one like ~3 years ago. They're $600 more now than they used to be.
Glass Impressions twss
Reverse for drilling snapped bolts?
Gotta stop saying this isn’t a comedy channel. You two having fun adds so much to the videos. Please keep adding it.
Dude This video was the best!!!! You guys are too funny!! Love the back and forth talk! The drill press is just wow!! Crazy awesome!!
A quick look through the manual online shows that the USB cable is for firmware updates. I already have a soldering iron with update-able firmware so now I need this too!
Your excitement in this video is so contagious - I love it! That thing looks amazing!!! Another great edit Dan! Hahaha and that ending!
I am so glad you are having fun in the shop again. I now have Drill Press Envy. Looking forward to seeing how you incorporate this into your woodworking builds. LOVE IT MAN
Round insert may be for the same reason that man hole covers are round. No fall-ey downy the holey thingy
Round inserts....simple. I’m sure someone has already commented this idea but here goes. I’m guessing the insert is a standard hole saw size? Make a bridge template out of MDF to fit the hole saw. Size the gap underneath to fit the wood size for your insert (width and thickness). Line up your template with the hole saw (minus the pilot bit) and clamp it down. Slide in your desired insert wood and cut an insert....push and cut another, push and cut, push and cut. Now the Nova is making its own inserts. Just think of the possibilities.... Walnut insert, Red heart, Purple Heart, Zebra Wood....Now you not only have one of the coolest drill presses but also the most stylish. Great video keep them coming.
Hmm....I love circular inserts. Been using them on mine for years.
Essentially the benefit is if you have the center of the stand off center from the circle, you can continually rotate the insert to get areas that haven't been eaten up yet, making it so you need to change inserts way less often because they are so reusable.
Hi, congratulations for the video. do you recommend this drill?
Dude this is hilarious, I love it! Guess you gotta go back to a chuck key with that reverse drive tho.
Don't know if anyone has already explained it, but to my understanding, left handed drill-bits are useful for removing snapped bolt-heads. There's also down-cut bits that leave a cleaner entry cut, but, I'm not certain they're left hand or both.
The tool is a drift to get the chuck out and put a morass taper drill in.
Because we all need morass in our life.
Can use it to easy change the keyless with this one ,both should have the same taper.
Ray is right. If you extend the quill you'll see it has a slot in it. You insert the tool and give it a tap and the wedge shape will eject the morse taper arbor that holds the chuck. When you get your keyless chuck, get an extra arbor, then you can quickly swap chucks.
-chortle-
Morass
Pssst it’s Morse
I'd say it's worth 1k. Looks great.
Can you thread holes with a tap and reverse out? Does it have enough torque for that application?
I'd probably stick on a Woodpeckers table for woodworking uses and then use the native for table metal-working.
I love the more light hearted mood. Looks like you are having fun, so I am having fun.
Thanks for sharing!!!
Without question, you're funniest video ever and prob the funniest youtube video I've seen... . I was in tears... I had to rewind it twice.... love it David. The drill is a beast as well. Very jealous.... lol. 😂😂😂😁😁😁
I don't know how this is possible but your videos are getting even funnier.
Dave, I just got one this week. Love it too. I did notice that the back adjustable LED light underneath does not light up. The 2 front LEDs work though. Does your adjustable LED back by post light up?
I think that the top right Yellow Button will fix the problem, after a couple of presses to go through it's options. This worked for me.
can you do a video on replacing with keyless chuck and the product you replace it with. tks
The stop and then reverse is for threading with taps in blind wholes!
Awesome feature!
I upgraded my Nova 1624 wood lathe with the DVR controller. Whole new world of control and safety. Shuts down if you get a catch and applies more power to be consistent on speed. Love it!!
looking at getting one of their lathes in the future!
I have a really big desire for that drill press. I have a Powermatic with variable speed but this is much cooler. Can't justify replacing the similarly expensive Powermatic. Maybe I can sell it for enough to justify it. I have a Nova Galaxy DVR lathe with a similar (maybe the same) motor and variable speed setup. I love it. I was wondering if you make your own wood table if you could adapt that nice fence to run in the t-track by replacing the bolts or custom cut parallel grooved in the table to take the existing bolts? I think that's what I would do.
Thanks for the video, this bad boy definitely has some cool features that are great ideas, but for my needs I doubt the juice is worth the squeeze. Did you ever determine what the USB cable was for?
Since I swapped my bench drill for a pedestal drill, I've sort of missed the bench one! Now your Nova is ripper. Finally, someone has redefined and revolutionised the bench drill.
I love the large diameter column and the beefy quill. But the direct drive and variable speed. Some sort of heaven.
Excellent. I'm going to get one?
check out the Bosch PBD40
How much play is there at the drill bit? Especially going into mild steel?
Love the video. I’m getting one for my shop, but I need to wait almost 5 months for delivery.
I believe that tool you used to remove the insert is a Morse taper key to remove the drill mandrel if you wanted to replace or remove it
Ha! That makes so much more sense! Maybe one day I'll read the instructions. Thanks Triston!
9:16 that wedge is for driving out the Morse taper with which the drill chuck is mated to the quill.
So a couple of questions:
1) how did your electric motor upgrade to the electronic drill press lower / raise mod go some time ago (changing from the Dewalt drill to the 90deg motor)? I couldn't find a follow up.
2) have you made a similar modification to your Viking? If not, why not? If so, any pictures / video?
Package was shipped and arrive with a busted selector switch. Company says they don't have a replacement PCB board. I know these selection/pot switches are less than $10. Anyway to get a replacement that can be used to replaced the OEM unit?
I have to say, showing more of your actual personality in these videos makes them so much more entertaining and fun. Also I dig tool reviews so 👍🏻👍🏻
I didn’t wanna watch this video for entertainment and fun I just wanted to review I dislike him showing more of his personality
Ironically, that's why I gave it a thumbs down....just review the product and stop wasting time is my opinion. If only he was as funny as he thought he was, he'd be onto something.
"I may make my own fence." (Sounds like he's on the fence about it.)
Aaah... thanks.. that was classy
And that fence is a $80 add-on. It probably works better on the Voyager's table that has parallel slots. The Viking only has the X slots.
Dude! This was not a woodworking video and I haven't seen a more fun-loving enjoyable video this good in a long time. NAILED IT!
I have the Nova Voyager, it's totally worth the money. However, I had a few manufacturer defects with mine, I was able to get a replacement part no problem from Teknatool. I filled my drill press column with molten lead... super rigid and dense now!
Hate to ask how much that weighs now!
@@jhalleck It takes 150lbs to fill a drill press column. I paid 25¢ per pound at the scrap yard for mostly fishing weights, and home made muffin tin billets. I melted down in one of those re-loading melting pots that pours off the bottom.
Can you turn the beeping off? It would get annoying to me real quickly with how many holes I drill
The reverse feature is also for taping holes for metric or imperial threads.
What is the brand / model of the digital vernier caliper. Thank you
What keyless chuck did you end up installing??? Would you mind sharing a link??? I would like to get a good one for mine as well. Thanks for selling me on this sucker, it’s great!!!
It's a good thing the camera didn't pan down because I swear you had a woodie playing with that cool drill press.
That reversing function you see while it gets to that depth is for power tapping. When you get to the depth you need for blind holes it reverses automatically..
or to prevent the flutes from cutting when max depth is reached.
How tall is the cabinet you have it on? I ordered one and was going to build a stand for it before it arrives. Looks like the height is just right. Great review.
What height workbench do you recommend for this machine? I have three of these arriving at work and need to make a bench for them.
@Make Something, did you get a keyless chuck for this DP yet? If so, which one did you get or could you recommend one for this model? I am about to pull the trigger on this bad boy. Thanks.
You had me giggling the entire video lol Priceless ending! XD
I thought I was happy with my faithful ridgid drill press.
I *thought* I was...
This one is going on my short list. As much as I use my drill press, the features this one offers would improve my work efficiency by a ton.
I have that same JET, I modified mine extensively. I switched out the motor for a 2hp Baldor gold drive rated motor. Installed a single phase VFD with adjustable accel and deccel ramps along with being able to control the speed via frequency. I also drilled the spindle and installed a whirly handle.
I also only paid $25 for it at a garage sale and as an automation and controls electrician I was able to do all this work myself.
Great video, full disclosure, honest and FUN!
Hey David, the metal thing you lifted the round table thing with looks like a tool that you remove the chuck taper with. I bet you already knew this considering you changed the chuck on your old drillpress but just in case you dont.
When you fully extend the drill press there is a small slotted hole where you can see the end of the taper and thats where you put that metal triangular piece and give it a whack with a hammer.
Dude. Great. Great. Great. My wife was asking why the hell I was laughing at a drill press video.
The round insert is probably there because you can easily make a replacement right there on the drill press itself.
You just convinced me to get one 👍🏻 it will be my first and final drill press
I like the how you guys are joking around in your recent videos! I read a post somewhere where you were saying that you cut all of the jokes out because you want to come off as serious... I definability like the humor...
Which Nova model is this? I’ve been looking but I keep coming across floor models but I want a bench one
What's your opinion on the nova voyager. In AUS there almost 3 grand when you can buy a jet drill press for less than half of that, is it really worth it?
I would have never thought I would laugh so hard watching a drill press review!! You are the best!! Thanks for all you do!!!
“I paid for this with cash-money... that I made.. from selling drugs”.
Subscribed.
Thanks so much for making this! I've had my eye on the floor model for a long time, but think I'm gonna get this one instead and mount the head to my floor model for added distance. Cannot wait to drill glass! hopefully this will cut down on cracking on some whiskey bottles. Also do you have a link for the keyless chuck? thanks!
"My current drill press is too big." Said only one person... ever! That Nova is sweet though!
I really enjoyed your review and will be ordering a Viking in the next week or so. I wonder if you would mind giving me the height of your lathe bench that you set your Viking on and your height? I really need a better understanding of how tall the bench needs to be for comfortable use for me and by seeing you standing next to the Viking on the lathe bench and with the requested dimensions I can extrapolate the bench height I need. The bench I am going to put the drill press on is 35" high and I am 5' 6" so I need to shorten my bench but don't know how much.
9:25 that triangle piece should / could be used to swap drill chuck, usually.
It looked like you could make a table for the press with t-tracks to use the fence that came with it
This all looks very good & exciting but what about runout?
David, I really enjoyed the video, I could tell you really had fun making it, and it shows.
That wedge thingy is to knock out the mores taper....but I'm someone else already said the same thig
I don’t think I would use those features very often. Maybe this is a good investment for people that make a lot of blind holes. I was always good to drill by feeling or using the standard depth stop.
Now that you've had the Nova for a few months are you going to give an updated review??
Right from the unboxing intro-what kind of box cutter is that?
Really fun video. Enjoyed it very much. Plus great break down of the DP for an initial use.
Fun vid and helpful vid. Seems like the new video formula is working out great.
Didn't even know this drill press existed... I'm buying one! Excellent video!
Awesome video David! 😃👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻 .. Super cool new drill press, seems like all of those features would be really useful for tapping as well!
Love your video! Love your new drill press! I get your frustrations with your old drill press. When your under the gun to get things done and you're in the zone. You need your equipment to run and work smoothly period. Thanks for the great info. I am researching for my new drill press. This is very helpful.
Hey man. Any update on getting keyless chuck? What did you learn? I’m in the marked for replacing my nova drill press chuck as well. Thanks.
I haven’t yet! Someday!
That was the best ending ever haha👌 like it that you made a big turn in youtube! And btw nice drillpress never saw one like this.
Did you get a chance to make the fence, etc?
Camera Dan's Editing > Dave's editing.
Fight me *Laughs*
Great content as always! Love that the lighthearted tone has come back to your videos.
After a ton of research. I’ve decided I’m getting one! Gonna pick up that magnetic drill press fence that you demonstrated in another video too. Gonna make my life way easier!!! One question I did have is what keyless chuck would you recommend? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks brother
I'm curious to know what keyless chuck you went with and if you are happy with it after using for the past year.
I never got one. Still want to !
Great video once again, rockin the authentic change up and Dan edits. My eight year daughter Olivia loves watching your videos with me. She said today, "he's funny. I think he refuses to grow up! He should built a penny floor in the floating head corner." So, challenge accepted?
David, what's it like for accuracy? What about run out? Is a 1/2" hole 1/2" or is it bigger? My current drill press has that problem and looking to upgrade. This looks great.
So glad that you didn't leak the end of the video on the podcast. 😉😉
I shouldn't have started eating when I watched this. Because I almost choked from laughing so hard when you were moving it onto the lathe table lol.
That is the best Valentine’s Day ever. Telling my wife to take back the chocolate strawberries.
Great video! I actually laughed out loud. Did you order this in town or on the interwebs? I never knew how much I disliked my drill press until now.
It's round for the same reason manhole covers are round.
A round lid will not fall through a round hole.