Oscillating tool idea

[Duckler]

How about a DIY power scrubber?
I almost bought one. Then I looked to see if there might be an attachment for my Fein Multimaster. Here is the idea: Take a bunch of old toothbrushes and chop of the heads. (Save the non-head piece for … whatever.)
Use hot glue or construction adhesive to secure the bristle heads to a piece of the velcro-backed sandpaper.
Any thoughts? Or modification suggestions?

 

[woodferret]

Just get the scrubber.  The cleaners are going to get everywhere and I'd hate to see your Fein get ruined.  I grabbed a Dremel version and it works fine - and messy AF even with the guards.

 

[Packard]

I got a set of scrub brushes for my electric drill from Amazon.  Less than $10.00 for the set.  Lots of options to consider.

I think the rotation action is probably more effective than the oscillating version.

 

[six-point socket II]

The idea has been floating around for some time.

The idea here:https://www.reddit.com/r/Tools/comm...=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button sounds rather promising, using a hook & loop (velcro) carpet brush and attach it to one of the available sanding pads.

(Full thread on reddit:https://www.reddit.com/r/Tools/comments/zi6hch/anyone_make_a_scrub_brush_attachment_for_an/ )

The link to the brush does still work:https://www.ebay.com/itm/162127759644

And if you wanna go full DIY, here’s another example:


Kind regards,
Oliver

EDIT: Once you go down the rabbit hole … here’s another one:


Wire brush for the old Fein models:
https://www.janseruk.com/Wire_Brush_Attachment_for_Fein--product--1098.html

 

[semenza]

  I think it will take something more than adhesive to keep the brush (toothbrush heads) from scrubbing itself loose.

  Some good brush ideas above.

Seth

 

[woodbutcherbower]

If something's worth doing - it's worth doing properly.
https://www.tennantco.com/content/d...r riders/Shared/550-1550-brochure-en-noam.pdf

 

[RJNeal]

I have been doing something along the same way , only I have been glueing sandpaper to worn out blades.
Came in real handy ten years ago where I sanded the bottom of a 600 pound cave door without removing the door.
I just pried up the door and slid a piece of sheetmetal under the door to protect the concrete floor.

 

[Duckler]

Just get the scrubber.  The cleaners are going to get everywhere and I'd hate to see your Fein get ruined.  I grabbed a Dremel version and it works fine - and messy AF even with the guards.

Except I don't want a high speed rotary scrub. This is for a convertible top that is over 20 years old. Or other jobs that require less abrasion.
Figure I can use slow speed and soft bristles.
And who needs another crap gadget if he can make his own?

 

[Cheese]

Except I don't want a high speed rotary scrub. This is for a convertible top that is over 20 years old. Or other jobs that require less abrasion.
Figure I can use slow speed and soft bristles.

If this is a soft convertible top that's over 20 years old...I'd suggest you do what you need to do with that piece of material by hand. You'll have a lot better control over the process. I enjoy using machine tools to speed up a process but sometimes low and slow is a better mantra...think cooking brisket.  [smile]

Regardless...I have a difficult time thinking of a modern tool that has more uses than the oscillating tool. It's such an underestimated tool and it's been generally taken for granted by the wood working community.
It's capable of performing so many tasks with ease. I've had one or more for the last 30+ years since it was introduced and I'd suggest it's one of those must have items, very similar to the Sawzall.

Just this last week I needed to remove some sections of structural members from a very confined area. The Sawzall was the obvious choice but after much sweat and many swear words, I needed to find a better solution. The OSC 18 with a couple of different blades was the savior. I'll be using it again tomorrow for cutting foam board.

It's not the best sanding tool, but in a pinch it's not half bad.

 

[rst]

I couldn't agree more with Cheese, about the only thing I have noy cut with my Fein Supercut is glass, although I probably use the carbide sanding triangles for edge work but have many more suitable options. I have used it on 1/8" aluminum doors for lock installs.