Power Hacksaw [Restoration]

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This tool restoration was a unique experience. This is a Model 256 power hacksaw was made by L. Krushel & Sons Ltd. (LKS) of Morden, Manitoba, Canada. I am not sure of the age as there is very little information on this saw, but the motor is from the 1960s. LKS was most known for building high quality welders and produced the first 180AMP welder in Canada. The LKS 180AMP welder is still sought after today, but this hacksaw should not be.

I was not overly impressed with the build quality on this tool, so much so, that I would probably not use it and I do not want anyone else to use it ever again. That is why I decided not to replace the power switch on this tool. The majority of the hacksaw is made with sections of angle iron welded together. I even had to hammer off the slag from the welds for painting, as it was never done the first time around. It was also odd to see shafts with no bushings or bearings around them for support. I imagine heavy use of this machine would wear out these parts very quickly.

There is no way to adjust the feed pressure or to make the cut more straight and square. This must have just been a nice thing to have that would quietly cut metal for further clean-up.

I understand that this tool was built in a time when most tools were starting to be made with cheaper materials and methods for competitive reasons.

I tried to match the colour as best as I could and applied 3 coats of filler primer, 4 coats of blue paint, and 3 clear coats. I used the snap rings I had lying around as I didn't want to buy whole new sets of them just for this application.

With a fresh blade, the saw did cut quite fast, but was not square. If you do come across an old power hacksaw, look for something built better and with adjustment mechanisms.

EDIT: The part of the video where it says "Title Text Here" was meant to talk about the old power switch location and why I didn't want to replace it.

Also, the bearing was warm while the rod was around -20C. Hopefully, that helped with hammering the bearing on, haha. As shown in the video, I used the old outer bearing race to support the new bearing while I was hammering the wheel onto it. I still need an arbor press.

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When are you going to do a restoration on that jacket of yours? Lol.

rockerpat
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Very cool project. I realize I’m really late to the party, but I believe the rod you reinstalled at ~29:50 in the video should actuate a limit switch under the frame that shuts off the motor when the saw has gone through whatever you’re sawing.

whodom
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I used to watch American Restoration on cable channel but your in a league on your own, awsome work, dedication and knowledge on how to take apart, clean, paint and not only make it look great but work the way it was intended to function. You have a fun sense of humor while you work and you provide great tips on how to restore antiques. Keep these fantastic videos coming. Thank you very much!!!

zpt-pizr
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Great content, i watch you all the time, because i need inspiration for my chanel, i hope one day i will be big like you on yt. thank you for all video

TysyTube
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We had this exact tool in the metal shop in my high school. Brings back memories. You had to hold the blade up and not let the weight of the arm weigh down on the material being cut. If you did the blade would break. I don't believe any of us ever wore safety glasses when using this tool.

r.duroucher
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For hating a machine it's amazing how well you did. It's also amazing how far you've come in 5 years with you're restoration projects and how you go about doing things. Great job!!

randogame
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No music, no noise... Just the sounds of taking it apart... So nice!! Well done.

JF
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I can't get over how quiet it is when it's running! Amazing job as always!

AshTulett
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Had to laugh at the 'Do not cut self' warning, the hacksaw blade is only a minor danger, Compared to those unguarded spinning pulley wheels, belts and chain!

NOWThatsRichy
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I thoroughly enjoy all of this gentleman's videos. I am not terribly all that mechanically inclined, so I find these projects of his incredibly interesting and I appreciate the skill involved.

joanneherring
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I was amazed at how quiet it ran after resto. I also enjoyed the rib bone spacer.

patrickmchose
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Nice job. I know the gentleman and the company that built those machines. He was 1/2 mile down the road from me. He's 90 plus years old now.

BDRon
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Great restoration. And a big thumbs up for no crappy music!

DGA
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list of tools and things i need in my garage #1 a garage..

RichOrange
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I own this same saw, and have enjoyed many dozens of surprisingly accurate cuts with steel, aluminum, and even wood. Depends on the blade tooth count of course.
I keep the oiling process going frequently. Just start the cut gently, then walk away for a while, it's in no hurry. I have the auto stop, although it's a bit hokey on mine.
I enjoyed your presentation. Never thought anyone else still had a working model of this craft tool.

arthamilton
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Merci pour votre travail de restauration, de préservation, et votre humour... J'apprends plein de chose et en plus, ça me détend! 👏👏🙏🙏

tetedepioche
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Pretty sure the electrical box underneath was for an auto stop switch, thus the hole and pokey bit.

Morfesto
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I love the these! The chain drive Is awesome! Shipping out a package to you this week!

TheGoodoftheLand
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My grandfather had two of these working and two more stored under his metal racks. Although his were a different design, they had two "L" arms which supported the arm when not in use, they were rocker design to drop into support position automatically when the arm was raised. The units were also older than this model. I remember them running in his shop when I was six or so and that was the 1960's

klayofthemystics
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This was intensive! Way to stick it out through the end. I was thankful that motor started right up after the cleaning and rewiring.

prestonrutherford