# Episode 341: I’m a urinal expert

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2022-02-04
- Length: 1h 05m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert

## Summary

Bob Clagett, host of Making It, details his experience repairing a 1950s urinal and three toilets in his building, highlighting the challenges of sourcing parts for vintage plumbing and the helpfulness of local supply store staff. David Picciuto discusses building a shaker table and a bathroom vanity, while Jimmy Diresta shares his progress on a custom rotisserie for his Karmann Ghia restoration, including the mechanical design and upcoming sandblasting. The hosts also engage in a detailed critique of power tool battery systems, discussing ergonomics, charging station organization, and design flaws in tools from brands like Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Ryobi.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=1) Introduction: Bob's Urinal and Plumbing Repair
- [4:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=259) Plumbing Industry Standards and Supply Store Experiences
- [11:47](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=707) David's Shaker Table and Vanity Project
- [14:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=841) Jimmy's Giant Machinist Toolbox and Starrett Tools
- [25:18](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=1518) Battery Charging Systems and Tool Organization
- [33:22](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=2002) Critique of Power Tool Battery Ergonomics
- [36:25](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=2185) Jimmy's Karmann Ghia Rotisserie Design
- [44:16](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=2656) Bodywork Challenges and Sandblasting Prep
- [53:46](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-02-04-episode-341-im-a-urinal-expert#t=3226) Recommendations: Epicurious, Essential Craftsman, Overland Bound

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Sourcing & supply chain](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sourcing-and-supply-chain)
- [Factory operations & automation](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/factory-operations)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)

## Most relevant to

founders before launch

## Mentioned

- Milwaukee (company)
- DeWalt (company)
- Ryobi (company)
- Karmann Ghia (product)
- American Standard (company)
- Black Layer (other)
- Essential Craftsman (other)
- Overland Bound (other)
- Shipwrightskills (other)

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- [Shop Talk Live 32: Vintage Machinery Bargains and Blunders](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2013-05-24-shop-talk-live-32-vintage-machinery-bargains-and-blunders) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 85: Furniture Maker Chris Gochnour](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2015-05-22-stl-85-furniture-maker-chris-gochnour) (Shop Talk Live)
- [Shop Talk Live 21: Tablesaw Tech](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2012-12-14-shop-talk-live-21-tablesaw-tech) (Shop Talk Live)
- [The Twelfth Day of Keyzermas](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-amp-hour/2024-01-09-the-twelfth-day-of-keyzermas) (The Amp Hour)
- [Shop Talk Live 11: That Sinking Feeling](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2012-07-20-shop-talk-live-11-that-sinking-feeling) (Shop Talk Live)

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