Ballinator Videos

In this video we look at the history of the SK Professional Tools brand. Originally starting out as Sherman Klove, then becoming SK Tools, SK Wayne, and then back to SK Tools. See how SK started out an independant company, was bought out by several other companies, only to become independant again, just to be bought out by China... What does the future hold for SK Tools as a brand? Can they compete with the tool trucks if they're just rebranded import tools? Further Reading: http://alloy-artifacts.org/sherman-klove.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SK_Hand_Tools Theodore Rueb patents: https://patents.google.com/?inventor=Rueb+Theodore 1938 Brazil Tools Catalog: https://archive.org/details/brazil-tools/mode/2up 1938 SK Tools Catalog: https://archive.org/details/s-k-tools-catalog-1938 1943 SK Tools Catalog: https://archive.org/details/sherman-klove-war-issue-catalog-1943 1961 Electrolite Era Catalog: https://archive.org/details/s-k-lectrolite-catalog-no-mc-563/page/8/mode/2up 1964 Wayne Era Catalog: https://archive.org/details/1964skwaynecatalog 1970 Dresser Era Catalog: https://archive.org/details/SKToolsSupplementalCatalog91513 1986 Facom Era Catalog: https://archive.org/details/s-k-tools-catalog-1986 Pre GreatStar catalogs: https://web.archive.org/web/20210810180314/https://sktools.com/resources.html Chapters: 00:00 Parody Intro 00:37 Early Years 01:39 SK Tools is formed 02:37 Theodore Rueb Patents 03:56 Lectrolite Joint Venture 04:24 Symington-Wayne & Dresser Era 05:02 Facom Buyout 05:29 Independence and Ideal Buyout 06:17 Ideal Innovations 06:46 GreatStar Buyout 07:39 Final Thoughts

In this video we replace the ignition coil on a Poulan PPB250E string trimmer. This engine doesn't have any spark. I'll show a trick to restoring spark when the spark plug wire is corroded. And the "pushin' rope" trick, to keep the engine from turning while we remove the clutch. Engine is a Poulan/Husqvarna 32cc 2-cycle engine. These were also used on some Craftsman & Weed Eater brand weed whackers & pole saws. 00:00 Intro 00:24 Spark Plug Boot Trick 01:37 Disassembly 04:02 Pushin' Rope 05:28 Clutch Removal 06:33 Ignition Coil 07:49 Setting Air Gap 09:03 Spark Test 09:33 Reassembly 10:26 Clutch Resinstall 11:38 Handle Reinstall 12:35 Powerhead Reinstall 13:12 Firing it up 13:57 Carb Adjustments 15:14 Outro

In this episode of "Socket Obscura" we take a look at the original 1980's era Metrinch (not MetWrench) sockets. Are sockets that fit both Metric and Inch fasteners the key to stopping the upcoming alien invasion?? Should the government force "Big Socket" to make these sockets again?? These were widely advertised on TV and in Popular Mechanics magazine, as working on both Metric and Inch fasteners. These used a unique dual broaching system, where one 6 point broach was for SAE, and the other 6 point broach was for Metric. To give you a 12 point socket, that would fit on two different size bolts. We'll test them out to see if they actually do fit on two different sizes. 00:00 Comedy Intro 00:27 How they work 01:05 Unboxing 02:22 Testing 9/16 03:07 Testing 10mm 03:58 Negatives 04:43 Outro

This is part two of the "Based" German tools series, and is all about Knipex. We'll look at 8 different Knipex pliers that all place in Chad tier. All tools are current productions and can be easily acquired on Amazon. 00:00 Intro 00:35 Alligator Pliers 01:23 Cobra Pliers 01:50 Pliers Wrench 02:32 Pliers Tier List 03:54 Mini Lineman's Pliers 04:57 Long Diagonal Cutters 05:51 Locking Pliers 07:03 Electrician's Pliers 07:59 Bolt Cutters 09:15 Outro

Since SK got acquired by Great Star, they've been replacing a lot of their 'based' USA made tools with cheap import versions, or out right discontinuing them. In this video we review the SK 45173 and 45171 3/8 drive in a 1/4 drive body ratchets. These have quickly become my favorite ratchets. Their small size makes them great for use in tight quarters. You can't get them anymore, but maybe you can build your own from a rebuild kit. I'll also mention a couple alternative versions from Snap-On, Wright & Ko-Ken. 00:00 Comedy Intro 00:27 Overview 01:34 Longboi Variant 02:09 Make your own? 02:58 Alternatives 03:24 Outro

In this video I'll show to replace the fuel lines on a 2-cycle weed eater. We'll go over the different types of fuel lines encountered, what lines go where, as well as how the primer bulb works and how to hook it up. This procedure will apply to most weed whackers, some chainsaws, tillers, leaf blowers, etc. Anything where the fuel lines poke through the gas tank. 00:00 Intro 00:41 Fuel Lines 01:55 Remove Fuel Tank 02:43 Cutting New Lines 03:44 Hole Identification 04:29 Install Inlet Line 05:04 Fuel Filter 06:11 Install Return Line 06:43 Line Reconnection 07:04 Primer Bulb Hookup 08:45 Outro

This is a vintage Bonney Tools 1/2 inch drive Zenel ratchet. It has a hollow handle that is threaded to accept an extension. Dating to the late 1930's, it was probably the first extendable ratchet. We'll also dig a little bit into Bonney Tools history. 00:00 Intro 00:43 Overview 01:27 Handle Stendo 01:58 Bonney History 02:33 Outro

In this video we look at the Chapman Manufacturing 1/4" screwdriver bit kit & accessories. Their bits are nicer than standard bits. They're made of hardened steel and have a ball retainer built in. Review the limitations of the factory ratchet, and I'll show you the VIM Tools HBR3 & HBR4 ratchets, which take these bits to a whole 'nother level. These bits are precision made and great for gunsmithing, automotive, motorcycle, aircraft, typewriter and industrial repair. Chapman makes slotted, Phillips, JIS, Torx & Hex bits. They even have the rare Frearson and Bristol Spline bits. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:40 Slotted Bits 01:05 Phillips Bits 01:44 Other Bits 02:18 Torque 02:41 Ratchet 03:50 Accessories 05:19 Wrench Trick 05:40 Alternative Ratchet 07:20 Ordering 07:54 Outro

In this video we go over the drain valve found on some Tecumseh carburetors. This is the valve on the bottom of the float bowl, that always leaks fuel. I'll show how to remove/install the valve to replace the gasket. As well as what you can do to eliminate the valve completely. Hose Remover Tool video: https://rumble.com/v3xb1zm-diy-small-engine-fuel-line-hose-removal-tool.html Craftsman snowblower carb rebuild video: https://rumble.com/v3r7a8p-on-engine-tecumseh-carb-rebuild-craftsman-2-stroke-single-stage-snowblower.html Fuel Shut off valve install video: https://rumble.com/v3kdeiy-lawnmower-fuel-shut-off-valve-install-protection-from-ethanol-gas-damage.html Part Numbers: Valve Gasket Only: 27554 Whole Valve Kit: 72136A Float Bowl w/o Drain Valve: Tecumseh 631867 Stens 525-806 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:29 Disassembly 02:11 Reassembly 02:43 Valve Delete 03:02 Outro

In this video we dissasemble a Weed Eater string trimmer to clean out the muffler screen, and repair the ignition coil. This engine was suffering from a 'weak' spark. I was able to revive the old coil just by cleaning the rust off of it. We'll also go over setting the coil air gap. Engine is a 19cc Poulan/Husqvarna 2 cycle engine. 00:00 Intro 00:36 Removing Back Cover 01:36 Muffler Spring 02:30 Removing Engine 03:16 Muffler Screen 03:59 Ignition Coil 05:37 Coil Air Gap 06:17 'American Psycho' Parody 06:44 More Coil Air Gap 07:37 Reassembly 08:53 Firing it up 10:05 Outro

In this video we rebuild the carb on a Weed Eater string trimmer. This trimmer had been 'messed with' by a previous owner. I uncovered a couple of their 'fixes' while rebuilding the carb. This procedure is the same on a lot of weed whackers. If your's looks like this one, it's probably a similar procedure. Engine is a 19cc Poulan/Husqvarna 2 cycle engine. Carb is a Zama C1U W7C 00:00 Intro 00:26 Carb Removal 01:34 Carb Disassembly 04:38 Cleaning the Carb 05:24 Filter Screen Install 06:09 Fuel Pump Side Reassembly 07:05 Metering Side Reassembly 08:05 Metering Valve Height 09:18 Diaphragm Install 09:50 Carb Reinstall 10:54 Priming Fuel 11:20 It's not gonna start...

In this video we look at an unusual pair of ratchets from Astro Pneumatic. The 9716 & 9717 'Wobble Head' ratchets. These ratchets were very short lived before being discontinued. They used a unique spherical gear ratchet mechanism. The gear was completely exposed to allow dirt to get in. We'll take it apart to look at how it works. 00:00 Intro 01:15 Disassembly 02:25 Design Issues 03:10 Outro

The boy's come back and give me crap about not 'actually restoring' tools. So, we'll do an 'actual restoration' on this acetate handle Craftsman 1/4" drive socket spinner driver. This tool has a full size handle, but a short shaft. AKA a "Thicc Shorty" It dates from the late 1940's through late 1950's. Towards the end we'll also look at some current production 'Thicc Shorty' spinner handles. Part numbers referenced: Craftsman 4335 & 43351 JawCo JAW-H4 & JAW-H8 VIM Tools HD250, HD375, HD500 Nepros NBD125 Hazet 8812U Toptul CAIP0814 Facom R.236CA Chapters: 00:00 Parody Intro 00:27 Cleaning 01:19 Sanding 02:46 Wire Wheeling 03:26 Polishing 04:02 After shots 04:34 Other Thicc Shortys

In this video we look at a 'MichaelPro' branded hose clamp tool, that looks suspiciously like the Mayhew one. We'll go over the features and try them out on a couple different types of hose clamps found on automotive engines. 00:00 Comedy Intro 00:27 Overview 01:34 Testing 03:27 Outro

The Vaco brand has been semi-dead since they were bought out by Klein in the '80's. Lately they've been introducing new tools. Seemingly positioned as a lower cost alternative to Klein. In this video we look at their 7-in-1 Flip Socket Nut Driver / Screwdriver and compare it to the Klein version.

In this video we look at one of the first truely cordless drill/driver tools. A Vintage Stanley model 130A screwdriver. I'll do a partial disassembly to clean out the ratchet mechanism, and bring it back into service. Furbish patents: https://patents.google.com/?inventor=Zachry+T+Furbish North Brothers 1918 Catalog: https://archive.org/details/NorthBrothersYankeeTools Stanley service instructions: https://support.stanleytools.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012607257-Breakdown-Assembly-of-Yankee-Screwdrivers Stanley tool guide 1952: https://archive.org/details/StanleyToolGuide1952 Chapters: 00:00 Comedy Intro 01:00 History 02:38 Disassembly 05:00 Cleaning 05:58 Reassembly 08:03 Testing 08:51 Outro

In this video we rebuild the carburetor on a Poulan weed whacker as well as replace the fuel lines. Engine is a 32cc 2-cycle, Carb is a Zama C1U-W32A Intro 00:00 Carb & Fuel Tank Removal 00:36 Carb Rebuild 01:44 How Metering Side Works 03:45 Cleaning the Carb 04:57 Carb Reassembly 06:04 Adjusting Metering Lever 07:01 Carb Pressure Test 09:34 Fuel Line Replacement 09:59 Connecting fuel lines 13:06 Reinstalling on Engine 14:07 Outro 15:13

In this video we look at the stubbiest indexing pry bar tools around. The 4" PBF04 from Carlyle, sold at Napa. We'll compare it to the 8" Gearwrench one. There are some differences in the operating mechanism and head shapes.

In this video we repurpose 8 horological tools so they can be used in the workshop for #smallengine / #automotive repair. Spoiler Alert: 1 & 2. Watch Case Back Tools - use as prybars/scrapers 2. Spring Bar Tools - use as scrapers/prybars/o-ring installers 3. Watch Vise - Small vise for holding odd shaped parts 4. Parts Tray - It's a parts tray 6. Hand Installers - Non-marring pin pusher tools 7. Watch Baloon - manually operated air duster 8. Oil Cup - Cup for holding 3 types of oil

In this video I show you where to find the carburetor model numbers, and how to use them to determine the part number of the correct rebuild kit for your carb. Zama & Walbro carbs are frequently found on 2 cycle small engines in string trimmers, chainsaws, leaf blowers and other outdoor power equipment #OPE Zama lookup is first, Walbro starts at 3:45

I had no idea these existed until I started doing research for this video. In this video we look at a set of gas burner adjustment pliers from the early 1900's. The tips have serrations similar to the modern Engineer Neji-Saurus Vampliers pliers. They were designed to grip & turn adjustment screws on gas burners. We'll go over some of the history on this tool, and clean it up to restore/preserve it.

You can make this tool for free out of an old junk screwdriver. It's great for removing fuel lines on 2-cycle string trimmers & #chainsaws.

In this video we look at an Amazon knock off of the Stens pressure tester for Zama / Walbro carbs. Will go over how to use it in a regular on-engine pressure test, a primer bulb check valve test, and a submersion test. This tester can help you diagnose 2 cycle small engine carbs on string trimmers, chainsaws, edgers, pole saws, etc.

In this video we look at 8+ German tool brands, that aren't well known in the US. Some tools are not widely available in America, so you'll have to go to the German Amazon site to get them. Brands featured: Elora Picard Halder Simplex Bessey Heyco Wiha Ironside Gedore Hazet

In this video we look at the various forms of ignition pliers. Some of the smallest pliers out there. Only 4.5 to 5 inches in length, with a max jaw capacity of 1/2" We'll compare the Craftsman / Wilde to the Channellock. Maybe something to put in a pocket EDC tool kit? Part Numbers referenced in the Video: Craftsman: 4513 Wilde: G250 Channellock: 424 Tekton: PGA16005 Crescent: RT24CVS-05 Proto: 235 Xcelite: 50CGV Snap-On: AWP45