thanks for posting I started making my own gym in 1993 when I was 39 years old still working on it most of my stuff is used some of it was broken and donated then repaired 67 years old and still making gains ... no matter what the "experts" tell me.

@alvinprettyman1802

2 жыл бұрын

p.s. I enjoy your channel and find it inspiring

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that’s some real dedication! Glad to hear it.

@Handygrrl

Жыл бұрын

How is the paint holding up without primer? Were you able to do all the lettering with one pen?

@geraldbiggers4860

Ай бұрын

I just converted my garage into a gym at 38. I’m looking forward to the journey

That’s a great project. I did something similar 2 years ago. Besides sanding the plates, I left them 24 hours in a mix of water and vinegar. Then, another 24 hours in a mix of water and baking soda. Finally clean with steel wool. Once you finish, you’ll realize all the amount of rust hidden in those plates. After painting, they look way better than new.

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love to hear about and see other restoration projects. I tried vinegar once but found I could clean off rust effectively with just nylon and wire brushes. Either way, it saves a perfectly good set of plates!

@dfugawyepeniata3795

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Wondering what to use if we didn't have those machines.

Nice work!

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I get a kick out of fixing up these old plates and making them look nice.

This is the best video that I have seen for weight plate restoration. Soaking in vinegar and then in baking soda and then scrubbing with steel wool and all that is good BUT if you have a good drill and these drill attachments, the job is WAY easier.

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! Every time I post a restoration video I get spammed with comments about how vinegar is easier. Those people are dead wrong.

I was just searching for restoration of plates, and then this pops up, thinking it was an old video, but no, it was brand new... Mind blown! =D Great video as always man, keep these comming. Think i love restoring more then DIY (even tho i love both!!) =D

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Perfect timing! Yeah, the second video I ever posted was a weight restore video but every set of weights is different, so it doesn’t hurt to post another one. I’m glad you enjoyed it. I’ll try to keep restoration videos in the mix.

amazing work! you're left handed like leonardo da vinci

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Haha! I am! Truthfully, I am ambidextrous. I am mostly right handed except for eating and writing. It’s weird.

I love a good weight restoration vid 👌

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet, me too! I’ll make sure to mix one in every now and then.

Love this kind of video!

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, glad you enjoyed it!

Excellent work! I love using drill bit brush attachments. Nylon brushes, with wheels, polishing cloths, etc.

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It is the highest honor hearing this praise from you! Thanks!

Thanks for the video

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for always supporting!

That was magic bro. Love your work. 👍

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Nice work 💪😁

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much brother!

Thats the same paint I used on my plates. The brush seems like it works pretty good. Good idea for those who dont have a shot peen or sandblaster 😎

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

It’s my go to for black. The antique pewter is great for silver weights. The wire brushes are such a great investment. $15-$20 for the set and I’ve cleaned countless weight plates and dumbbells with them.

Good work

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Amazing content. Earned a sub

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, thanks so much!

Not a gym guy, but something to help with rust. I use Ospho, it's a mix of phosphoric acid and other goodies. It turns the rust into iron phosphate, which is inert.

More!!!!!

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome to hear. I’ll definitely be doing more restoration videos in the future.

Love your channel and this latest on weight restoration. Couple of questions if you don't mind. 1) Why didn't you do a vinegar bath after the dust removal? I've done that with a crazy rusty nailset that fell under my deck 4 years ago and was only found when I replaced a deck board. After 24hrs just used an old toothbrush and every bit came off. 2) Where on earth do you find these kinds of deals? I'm all over the local Craig's list, Kijiji and Facebook sites. Haven't seen anything like that. Anyway, long post, keep up the great work!

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I’m happy to answer your questions. I never use vinegar. I’m not against using vinegar but I like to paint right after I get the rust off with the wire brush. I’ve never felt like it was necessary to add an extra step in the process. I find these deals on marketplace or Facebook usually. This one was from a guy who renovates houses. The previous owner left them and this guy just wanted to get rid of them. Generally to find the deals you’ve got to check often, have cash ready, and be available to pick up immediately. That’s what’s worked for me anyway.

@gsuderman

2 жыл бұрын

@@KaizenDIYGym thanks for the quick response!

Lol, I didn't have all these fancy tools so I used BBQ wire brushes in various sizes to clean them up and a sander...its not perfect but did the job in restoring my dad's weights from back in the day :B

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Whatever gets the job done!

I soak it in vinegar then I use a powerwash. Let it dry and then paint.

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, I love how many ways there are

I did exactly the same, well, kinda, only thing I did different is when finish using the wire brush I wash the plates with soap and water , dry them with newspaper or a rag thoroughly and apply a coat of WD-40 but this time I let the WD-40 dry by itself, this takes days obviously but there will be no trace of rust. I also did not paint them and the rust never came back.

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Awesome, I'll add the WD40 step next time I do this, thanks!

I recently tried this on some old plates. I removed the rust with wire brush, primed a couple coats and then 3 coats of Rustoleum hammered spray paint. They looked great but it seemed like the would chip with the slightest bumps. Any suggestions on how to make the paint more durable?

@jackdanolife

Ай бұрын

try ans find epoxy paint instead. It's super solid for shocks

Nice work, Kyle! They look great! Question: What is the unit of measure under the numbers? Is looks like “bla” …. Follow up question: How much do 45 “bla”s weigh in pounds?

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

To be honest, I have no idea. I didn’t weigh them but I think they’re 45 pounds. I need to ask Vintage Weights PGH if he can identify them.

@vintageweightspgh

2 жыл бұрын

One Bla equals 5 Schrute Bucks

How many spray cans did it take to do this number of weights and how many coats did you give them? I’ve just bought 420kg for £250 ( that’s about 925lb for about $310 in your system) I’ve got about 40+ plates to do😫 thanks

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

It’s been a while since I shot this video but I believe it was just a single can of spray paint. I put on a couple coats. You got an incredible deal friend, it’ll be lots of fun cleaning those up.

I guess Timothy Olyphant really is a multi-talented guy. Who knew he could help you unrust your weights too?

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

He’s the best

Do you recommend a dust mask for this?

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Get outta here with that liberal commie crap!

@F_antomas

4 ай бұрын

@@KaizenDIYGym ignorant ... What is '' liberal commie '' ? Have you ever been to a school ? The pain is extremely toxic and will cause lung cancer or head/neck cancers . you are really something . Go get an education .

@F_antomas

4 ай бұрын

Glucksgym yes its very toxic . Google that . all paints are toxic and the exposure to the fumes overtime can cause cancer .

How have these weights held up?

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Normal wear and tear from use, nothing crazy

Do you know of a way of coating weights with rubber?

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

I’ve never done that before

@Giblet12

Жыл бұрын

You may be able to use a rubberized truck bed liner

Does the paint weather proof them? I have an outside setup. I feel like I should buy some new iron plates and immediately paint them. Or is this a dumb idea?

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Concrete plates do well in the weather and they're pretty easy to make. Iron plates will eventually rust, the paint will chip with regular use. If you're set on iron and you're buying them new, I wouldn't advise adding paint on top of the paint that's already there. I'd use them and let them eventually chip and rust, then clean them as needed.

@dre6289

Жыл бұрын

@@KaizenDIYGym thanks bro!

Where can i find/buy rusty weights?

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Craigslist and Facebook marketplace have been good for me

Just paint on Ospho and you are good to go. Ospho (orthophosphoric acid) changes the red rust,(iron oxide), to black iron phosphfide, and prevents further rust.

@lym3204

3 ай бұрын

The least amount of work is better. The plates stop rusting once you get them out of the yard exposed to rain.

The nylon brush was unnecessary as the wire brush would've removed both the rust and the dust. Also, an angle grinder isn't required if you're using a drill.

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

Cool sorry bro

I've seen people submerge them in solution some and you did not. So I take it that step isn't necessary?

@KaizenDIYGym

Жыл бұрын

There are many ways to accomplish the same thing. I am actually working on a video now trying out the different suggestions I’ve received.

.50-60 cents a lb. Holy heck what a deal man.

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I have a buddy who flips houses and he found this set in a house he bought. They were free to him so he gave me a sweet deal.

What im hearing is the mask is optional? 😂

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Yes totally optional!

Pair of Thieves...I won't wear anything else 😄👍

@KaizenDIYGym

2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love that top quality Target underwear!

It's much efficient just do some paid work and purchase brand new :)

@KaizenDIYGym

6 ай бұрын

I love that for you