The task of a wheelwright is not only to build new wheels, but to also salvage and repair old, used wheels. Not everyones budget allows for new wheels so the challenge is to bring the old wheels to a point where they are safe to use, while also making known to the owners that they may have limitations. As the adage goes, it is often easier to build new than to repair the old, but while taking in to account the age of old wood, some wheels can be used a while longer. Many of you are interested in the tire bolts and rivets I use in my videos. Since I use a large number of these, I do keep them in stock. An email to dave@engelscoachshop.com will get you a list of available sizes and pricing.
In response to a number of requests for the tools and supplies I use here in the shop, I have compiled a list as an Amazon Associate.
I have used Makita tools for almost 40 years, but am not sponsored by, nor endorsed by Makita. Perhaps this list will be of service to you as viewers, as well as provide a means to help support this channel.
Carriage Terminology, a great reference book on the carriage trade history
An Interesting account of an early English, Wheelwright Shop
The Wheelwright Shop, in Kindle form
These are not cheap, home improvement tools. I use tools hard so I use high quality tools. These prove to be less expensive in the long run.
My metal marking pencil
Metal marking pencil refills
My Milwaukee Cutoff saw
I use Makita Cutoff blades
I have several 4½” Makita angle grinders
I have several 7” Makita grinders
4½” Flap wheels
My Makita cordless drill
My Milwaukee ½” cordless drill
My Makita 3¼” Electric plane
My Makita Leaf Blower, revolutionized my shop cleaning
My Makita ½” drill, very powerful
My Bosch Router
My Baileigh Cyclone dust collector
The Canon video camera I use
TWP Wood Preservative, 1 gallon, cedar tone, natural
TWP Wood Preservative, 5 gallon, cedar tone, natural
My favorite work shirts
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