What you are doing here is not taught anywhere near where I live. Your video’s are wonderful to watch and always have a great result. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I look forward to the next one.
Glad you're looking after your back by making that pallet crane. I had to wince a bit seeing you lift those heavy moulds from floor level. Great visualisation of how to mould irregular parting lines. I have a job coming up where I'll have to do that.
Super black Dog Dollar and Windy Foundry....Thoes look like legs on a cast iron bath tub....Thanks very much Clark....lt's always a good day to watch you do your work....!
I always enjoy watching your casting videos. I do like the voiceover. I think it gives you a better opportunity to explain what you are doing instead of trying to do that when you are recording . Dollar is a cute pup!
The level of art that the old foundries took castings to is amazing. And example: Old treadle sewing machines, with all the ornate curved designs for the end supports (probably a straight pattern) and the s-curved treadle itself, probably an irregular parting line. And yes, I have seen broken examples of those stove legs. Try to metal 3d-print that!
Thanks for sharing Clark I love your videos. Those castings turned out beautiful you are so talented with this. I can't tell you how many times i have accidently stepped on one of our puppies over the years they have a bad habit of getting under your feet and you don't know they are there. LOL Love the name Dollar. Have a great day. God Bless!!!
I had a 3 legged pot belly stove once and took one of the legs off and cleaned it up and cast a duplicate in cast aluminum. I sprayed flat black and used that old stove for years. Cast aluminum is strong and never had any issues with it...
Please try the mold wash formula I sent you. You'll find that the mold wash fills in the micro gaps in the molding sand and the result will make the castings as smooth as the originals. I don't know what formula you use for your sand but here is the ratio I use; 95% sand (playsand from the home depot- it winds up being a very fine grain fineness), 5% western bentonite (high hot strength, resists powdering of binder from molten iron/steel). The percentages is by weight, for instance for a 100 lb batch you would mix 95 lbs of sand with 5 lbs of Western bentonite. Mull or mix well for ten min then add 5% water (in this case it would be 5 lbs water) mull or mix for another 10 min. and it should be ready.
Thanks Sand Rammer. Time is my biggest obstacle at the moment. I had mentioned in a comment earlier that I didn't use my facing sand on this. I have about a dozen one off jobs I am trying to get cast and shipped where I can get back to production runs so I'm burning the candle at both ends. If I can get to a stopping point I'll be glad to do some experimenting but it can't happen right now and, I have to be very careful about changing processes when I get in binds like this because that can lead to a chain of catastrophic events. I've been down that road before so I have to take little steps towards changes as I can for things in. I appreciate your willingness to help and I will do that, just not at this point
nice work. how hot is the kiln for stress relieving and how long? Dollar is a great find, good luck with her.. How do you keep her out of harms way while pouring and moving the molten iron?
Thanks, I have someone watch her or I put her up till I'm finished. As for stress relief I soak the castings at 1375° an inch per hour then cool at a rate of no less than 200° per hour
Thanks for sharing. Learning a good bit.. How do you judge you're melt volume requested for a pour? Inquiring minds lol. Dollar is too cute boss,😁 🙏 Blessed days now Crawford out ⚒️🧙♂️
VERY CUTE PUP. JUST A QUICK QUESTION, HOW DO YOU KNOW HOW LONG TO LEAVE THEM IN THE KILN FOR STRESS RELIEF? IS THERE SOME TEST OR JUST EXPERIENCE? LOVE WATCHING THE MOLTEN METAL AND YOU OF COURSE.
Videos I have seen from commercial foundries show them applying, perhaps, kerosene and graphite to the sand mold, then firing the kerosene. Does that help the finish?
I've coated molds with graphite before I switched to the facing sand I use now. I didn't use that facing sand for these castings because I was using an actual casting for the pattern and I would have wasted a lot due to coping but yes, mold wash can be made of several things. Graphite and alcohol seem to be a common mix where the alcohol is burned off
@@windyhillfoundry5940 Thank you for replying. It is good to know that you tie him up. Little guy wouldn't stand a chance getting a splash of molten iron on him.
Looks real good! BTW, great addition to the shop having Dollar. She'll learn real quick staying out from underfoot. She's a real sweetie. Will contact you after the 15 of May about the square. Thanks.
What you are doing here is not taught anywhere near where I live. Your video’s are wonderful to watch and always have a great result. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I look forward to the next one.
Glad you're looking after your back by making that pallet crane. I had to wince a bit seeing you lift those heavy moulds from floor level. Great visualisation of how to mould irregular parting lines. I have a job coming up where I'll have to do that.
I had no choice on this after a week ago. My back gave out and all molds the rest if the year will be this size
Super black Dog Dollar and Windy Foundry....Thoes look like legs on a cast iron bath tub....Thanks very much Clark....lt's always a good day to watch you do your work....!
Really enjoyed watching your video thanks for sharing your video.!.!.!.
Great video on casting an irregular geometry. Thank you for making this video. The puppy was very cute too.
I sure did enjoy the video Clarke . Sorry so short on the call the other day but it was nice talking to you .
My As Best as Always Tighe
You too Tighe 👍
I love watching you cast things. Everybody likes puppies.
Excellent video Clarke. So many variations and so much knowledge required. Cheers kevin
Great looking work, love the puppy.... Slowly going through your older videos, you do some great work. Thanks for the videos
Excellent craftsmanship!
Nicely done, Clarke
Thanks Randy👍
I love the Dollar puppy!
Love the Videos. Loved Dollar
I always enjoy watching your casting videos. I do like the voiceover. I think it gives you a better opportunity to explain what you are doing instead of trying to do that when you are recording . Dollar is a cute pup!
The level of art that the old foundries took castings to is amazing. And example: Old treadle sewing machines, with all the ornate curved designs for the end supports (probably a straight pattern) and the s-curved treadle itself, probably an irregular parting line. And yes, I have seen broken examples of those stove legs. Try to metal 3d-print that!
Tricky bits but you got them to come out clean! Looks like you have the makings of a good shop boss going there! Baily approves. :-)
Shop boss with fleas
Dollar, loving the name.
Nice sir much admiration
Great video
Thank you for showing how you casted them on video.
Can't wait to to get them installed and I will send you some photos of the stove.
Awesome, cant wait to see the results👍
Great video and a great job Clarke. Cute puppy, looking forward to seeing it grow up.
Dollar is too cute!
Enjoyed the video Clark!!!!
Very interesting to see how different shapes are achieved. My wife wanted to help Dollar up onto the tractor step. Oh, and Happy Birthday, Clarke.
Thanks, it's been a great day 👍
Nice work!!
Lookin Good, Clarke!
Cheers, Gary
Thanks Gary👍
Thanks for the video looks great 👍
Thanks for the great video, love this channel !
I do enjoy seeing the entire process of casting. You do make it look easy, which I know is just years of experience on display.
I wish it was as easy as video makes it look for sure 😞
I saw the thumbnail and thought, wow he’s cast chopper seats for really hard ass bikers.
🤣
Thanks for sharing Clark I love your videos. Those castings turned out beautiful you are so talented with this. I can't tell you how many times i have accidently stepped on one of our puppies over the years they have a bad habit of getting under your feet and you don't know they are there. LOL Love the name Dollar. Have a great day. God Bless!!!
The legs turned out beautiful Clarke, really nice job, thanks four sharing
Good looking quality.
I love it.
Made in the USA. I need to get over to see you guys.
Nice work. I would love to try to cast one day. Keep up the nice work.
Very neat, thanks.
RERUN TIME, as this is one of my favorites. Now when are The Sisters going to be by.? Two years already..?.?
I had a 3 legged pot belly stove once and took one of the legs off and cleaned it up and cast a duplicate in cast aluminum. I sprayed flat black and used that old stove for years. Cast aluminum is strong and never had any issues with it...
Nice & quick good video would like too have seen a picture of the stove probably a wood stove !! Thanks! Good work as always !!!
I need a set of those.
That dog is definitely worth a dollar.
Better explanations. Thank you. Dollar is a good addition. Sculpt her sleeping and cast it.
I enjoyed!!!
You are a great foundryman. Welding doesn’t seem to be your strong point though. Love Dollar.
🤣 I can tig weld, I'll can stick weld on thick stuff but I'm hopeless on the thin stuff. Thanks for the compliment👍
Please try the mold wash formula I sent you. You'll find that the mold wash fills in the micro gaps in the molding sand and the result will make the castings as smooth as the originals. I don't know what formula you use for your sand but here is the ratio I use; 95% sand (playsand from the home depot- it winds up being a very fine grain fineness), 5% western bentonite (high hot strength, resists powdering of binder from molten iron/steel). The percentages is by weight, for instance for a 100 lb batch you would mix 95 lbs of sand with 5 lbs of Western bentonite. Mull or mix well for ten min then add 5% water (in this case it would be 5 lbs water) mull or mix for another 10 min. and it should be ready.
Thanks Sand Rammer. Time is my biggest obstacle at the moment. I had mentioned in a comment earlier that I didn't use my facing sand on this. I have about a dozen one off jobs I am trying to get cast and shipped where I can get back to production runs so I'm burning the candle at both ends. If I can get to a stopping point I'll be glad to do some experimenting but it can't happen right now and, I have to be very careful about changing processes when I get in binds like this because that can lead to a chain of catastrophic events. I've been down that road before so I have to take little steps towards changes as I can for things in. I appreciate your willingness to help and I will do that, just not at this point
@@windyhillfoundry5940 , I understand. If you have any questions I'll be happy to assist any way I can. Good luck on catching up!
Thanks, I need it at the moment👍
nice work. how hot is the kiln for stress relieving and how long?
Dollar is a great find, good luck with her.. How do you keep her out of harms way while pouring and moving the molten iron?
Thanks, I have someone watch her or I put her up till I'm finished. As for stress relief I soak the castings at 1375° an inch per hour then cool at a rate of no less than 200° per hour
Thanks for sharing. Learning a good bit..
How do you judge you're melt volume requested for a pour? Inquiring minds lol.
Dollar is too cute boss,😁
🙏 Blessed days now
Crawford out ⚒️🧙♂️
If I am doing production runs I know how many molds I can pour per crucible but in situations like this it's hot and miss
@@windyhillfoundry5940 thank you
What would you say is the minimum amount of cast iron that would melt and stay fluid thru the pour?
Steve I'm not really sure. It's a good question. The smaller crucibles would need to be emptied faster for sure but I'm guessing maybe 10 pounds?
Thanks, I have been melting bronze, crucible holds about 30 pounds. Iron should be about the same? I do have to pour quickly or it starts to solidify.
Great video!! What time and temperature do you set the kiln for stress relief please?
I soak at 1375° 1 hr per inch of thickness
@@windyhillfoundry5940 Thank you so very much...
VERY CUTE PUP. JUST A QUICK QUESTION, HOW DO YOU KNOW HOW LONG TO LEAVE THEM IN THE KILN FOR STRESS RELIEF? IS THERE SOME TEST OR JUST EXPERIENCE? LOVE WATCHING THE MOLTEN METAL AND YOU OF COURSE.
Thanks, I soak castings at 1375° per hour of thickness and the cooling rate is 100°per hour which is a 14 hr duration
Wow, thems pretty fancy. What would you charge for a set of 4, 6inch for an Avalon..?
Thanks, price depends on quantity, size and corework.
Videos I have seen from commercial foundries show them applying, perhaps, kerosene and graphite to the sand mold, then firing the kerosene. Does that help the finish?
I've coated molds with graphite before I switched to the facing sand I use now. I didn't use that facing sand for these castings because I was using an actual casting for the pattern and I would have wasted a lot due to coping but yes, mold wash can be made of several things. Graphite and alcohol seem to be a common mix where the alcohol is burned off
Dollar is precious. I hope the pup wasn't around when you were pouring.
I tie he up outside when I fire up👍
@@windyhillfoundry5940 Thank you for replying. It is good to know that you tie him up. Little guy wouldn't stand a chance getting a splash of molten iron on him.
hi Clark good video.i was watching a video from abomb and he was having trouble
with hard spots in the cast iron material.what causes this?
Carbide forms in the iron under certain conditions. Spots of it can exist where sharp corners exist.
@@windyhillfoundry5940 thanks Clark for your reply back
do you have to worry about the shrinkage when using the part as a pattern?
Yes but depending on its mass and application, shrinkage may not be a factor
How much does the cast shrink in comparison to the patter?
On parts like this you won't notice unless you break out calipers. 1/8" per ft so on a part this high, 1/16"
@@windyhillfoundry5940 so thus the reason you make a matching set of pair's?
Can you cast Brass? I have a 35 year old belt buckle that I am unable to replace and I wear it daily.
No I'm sorry, I do only cast iron. There are a lot of brass casters out there though
Looks real good! BTW, great addition to the shop having Dollar. She'll learn real quick staying out from underfoot. She's a real sweetie. Will contact you after the 15 of May about the square. Thanks.
Thanks, she is a handful