Naturally the volume is going to be reduced the more you use. You can use a broad sharpie marker on the inside of a can (or whatever your choice of dipping vessel), so that you can refill to the same level between each dip.

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

Yes, but you always need more, I always have left over that is a waste and this stuff does not hold up very well, I think if you use your tools a lot, it wears too much for me.

@Manuel3525m

Ай бұрын

You’re not getting the point. The thing is that one can won’t do it. Ur going to have half of the can or more waisted cuz is not going to be enough to dip something else unless u buy 2 to refill every time u dip a tool

Channellock uses a hot dip vinyl and I can't find anyplace that sells it for homeowner to use. Sometime I use rubber or vinyl tubing, they both work great but it's never gonna be a super nice finished look because the tube just has to be cut off at the end of the handle. I've also used some truck bed liner that I have in a gallon can and that works pretty good...........I know some people use heat shrink tubing but I'm not sure I'd like that as a grip for most pliers.

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@phipear

Ай бұрын

Look up Vynaflex Plastisol, GripWorks sells it in a 1 gallon can but it definitely isn’t cheap.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!! Doesn’t look like it’s a great deal. Too bad there isn’t any manufactures selling their tool dip.

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

I just bend the plasti dip can to accommodate wider handles and when it runs low I add toluene like the instructions say. Sure it thins it out but you just need to dip more. This stuff works great for me so far. I’m interested to see how it holds up.

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

I find it does last but dip gets dirty quick, and the cost of using it of old used pliers, to me, is not worth it, I would rather just polish the handle clean, I do like material that Cresent AND Channel lock uses but it is not sold outside of the factory, that material last forever and is cleanable.

@mumfordalien1794

Жыл бұрын

@@djstoolrestorations I have yet to test the durability, I hope it lasts but from what I hear from Scoutcrafter and other youtubers I fear I am going to be disappointed.

I love the texture of SnapOn plier grips. Wish I knew what material they use, I’ve got a batch of pliers that need redone. I really don’t like the slick Channellock grips. They’re definitely easier to clean but way less comfortable.

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

I only own one Snap-On pliers and I agree, but I do like the feel of the old steel handle of an old Wizard pliers with the ornated grip.

Never used it. I think a several coats of an oil-based paint are good enough. Always smooth and really easy to clean. Btw, you have an amazing collection of pliers.

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I have never tried oil base paint put I will try it, thank you.

Have you tried Spray Nine heavy duty cleaner/degreaser? You can find it at Home Depot or Lowes.

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

No, but I will next time I am up in the city I will try some.!!

I've been looking for a good solution for my tools but can't find anything I like. Have you ever tried or considered wrapping your grips? You can buy grip tape for bicycle handlebars, hockey sticks and tennis rackets. It might be a possibility. Another option I've been thinking about is a thin binding of leather. I think that would look pretty classy. 😎

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

I will try the leather binding; I think that is a great idea, if I can find it, leather here locally is hard to come by.

@AwesomeProjects20

Жыл бұрын

Heat shrink tubing might work. It’s cheap.

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

@@AwesomeProjects20 Have not tried it, hell I did not think of it, but I think I will try it thanks.😁😊

I really like soothing the handles and the bair metal doesn't bother me. If i do put something back on the handle i have found the spray on bedliner works really well.

@djstoolrestorations

Жыл бұрын

I to have tried spray on bed liner and I like to use it on pipe wrenches since they get the most abuse!

@_BigLife_

Жыл бұрын

@@djstoolrestorations I agree it depends on the tool.

I used that the first time in 1994 , its been out there a long time and does a good job for what it is .

@akoznasovajusername

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. But it's too expensive.

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I agree this stuff was expensive, I did buy with insurance money, but I could have bought used pliers instead.

Glad I watched this video. I wonder about dip it

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I just started using Rust-oleum truck bed coating, and I like it, more durable than regular spray paint, I will post a video where I use it on a pipe wrench today so you can see if you like it or not???

I have a bunch of tools I need to clean up too. I had a bad apartment fire not fun. I may just try painting the handle on some tools.

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I made a video where I painted all my chisels and punches old ford blue, and the paint has held up pretty good, I have just started using Rust-oleum truck bed coating, and I really like it, I will post a video on a pipe wrench today where I use that coating, I have ordered the red color coating and going to try that next, sorry about the fire I lost over 50 years' worth of my life, it sucks!!!!

@zartan7779

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely sorry about your fire too. I'm only in my 40s so most of my tool were used ones I had been collecting for maybe 15 years. I have so many craftsman tools to clean.

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I have had fun clean my up my tools, and I have made a game of looking to replace what was lost, I and then I started making video of for my friends who wanted to see how I was doing it, now I got the guys in my shop looking for good used tools and going to the flea market, pawn shop and online, come to think of it I think I created some monsters.!!!!!!!

Plasti dip worked great for me, i have restored some old tin snips which i use daily, the trick with plast dip is to tilt the can, and after you have done 2 or 3 coats, use a knife to cut in the edge at the top of the handle. I prefer it to the plastic factory handles. And i dont care about having stained handles as they are tools at the end of the day

@djstoolrestorations

9 ай бұрын

I agree on what you said about how to use Plasti-Dip, but the cost and the feel of the tool with it on is what I do not like, I would rather have smooth metal handle if that's all over the dip, some of my tools are used in a sterile environment and have to be as clean as possible and the training I had with old timers I have worked with of the years have pounded into my head to clean up, organize and use your time wisely, I just made a video about using heat shrink tubing as a coating and it works great and cheaper to but it is not for all handles! I thank you for your input, I welcome every comment, it is always good to see other prospectives.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think that Channellock uses plastisol. But I'm not sure.

@djstoolrestorations

9 ай бұрын

You are correct and I wish they would sell a product we could use ourself!

I only have 3 and they handle every job

@djstoolrestorations

Ай бұрын

Yea, I have too many, but they were cheap and fun to restore!

Where did you get the plier holder?

@djstoolrestorations

4 ай бұрын

I bought 3 more from Harbor Freight! I like these alot!

@ozyrob1

22 күн бұрын

They look great. I wish I could get something like that here in Australia.

Just a thought but put clear coat on it after

@djstoolrestorations

11 ай бұрын

I do think clear coat would work fine, but I do not think it is worth the money, I think the polished handle or blued handle would last longer and look better!!!!!!!!

si più usare per fare i piombi da pesca ?

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

Qui viene utilizzato per fare in modo che le maniglie di strumenti o qualsiasi oggetto metallico aderiscano meglio alle tue mani.

Can't we all just agree, then, that Plasti Dip is just not good enough? A polished handle is always better. A painted handle is always better - I coat my painted plier handles with clear coat I wonder why there is no available version of a coating for plier's handles, that's as good as the coatings that come from the plier manufacturers... Obviously, there is a market for it

@djstoolrestorations

2 жыл бұрын

I like your idea of clear coat.!!!!

when you use the product the volume drops!!!! nooo that´s a bad thing. Not buying it.

@djstoolrestorations

8 ай бұрын

Yea, you need two cans of that stuff because as you dip an item you lose volume in the can so you either add more to the can or you have to cut the can down to to get the same coverage unless the handle is to long and then you can not cut the can down but add more as you use it, plus this stuff is not cheap and dirt and grime just sticks to it, I have found heat shrink tubing is cheaper and a better product!