The ULTIMATE Guide to Making a Longboard

The ULTIMATE Guide to Making a Longboard | CashedOutBoards

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In this video I show step by step how to make a longboard. This is the complete process, from which raw materials to use to, to how to press, share, and finish your board. I spend a lot of time focusing on the press to shape the longboard to give it its kick tails and concave. The video was edited in Sony Vegas Movie Studio 11 and shot with both a Canon t3i and a GoPro hero 3+.
Materials list for the longboard: 1/8 Baltic Birch, Wood glue, Wood filler putty, Paint, Stain, Clear coat, Grip tape
Materials list for the press: Sturdy base board, Scraps of wood/shims, 2x4s, Threaded metal rod, nuts, washers
Tools used: Tape measure, square, straight edge, circuar saw, chop saw, abrasive wheel chop saw, grinder, drill and drill press, wrenches/ratchets, clamps, graph paper, jig saw, belt sander, dremel tool, router, sand paper, counter sync, palm sander, stencils, masking tape, air brush, foam brushes, scuff pads, buffer and compound, razor blades

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@RoyMcAvoy 4 жыл бұрын

This is the best DIY longboard video I've ever watched.

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! It means a lot! It’s been a while since I’ve posted but there’ll be some really neat stuff coming up on the channel in 2020!

@swaggadiesstudio 6 жыл бұрын

Hey look! Somebody who actually puts a concave into their board and knows what they're doing!

@cash_reviews 6 жыл бұрын

:) I'm sayin...

@smileplz237 4 жыл бұрын

The only thing he didn't do that didn't make sense was that he built his own concave contraption when he could have used clamps

@ashleyammbo1191 3 жыл бұрын

@@smileplz237 The only thing that didn’t make sense to me was the jig/clamping system he built. I’ve never seen somebody induce concave (Not to mention concave on both sides in conjunction with kick tails at the front and back!) into their glue-up using only a crude form that doesn’t actually have a *form* to it (LOL) simply relying on strips along the sides to press up while the press applies downward pressure radiating to the edges from the center during gluing seems like it would result in an incredibly poorly made skateboard but that does not appear to be the case???

@johnjohnston3815 8 жыл бұрын

I have to say, this is one of the nicest long boards I have seen regarding the fit and finish of the product... Nicely done Sir....

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+John Johnston thank you!

@adestradoronline 7 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Thanks a lot. Regards from Brazil.

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+Adestrador Online thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

@205pyonstar 9 жыл бұрын

This video was PERFECT. I will definitely need it later! I have commented on your previous videos, saying good things but this takes it to a whole new level... Thank you so much! Keep up the good work!

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Leo Squared Thank you! I'm always trying to improve my content. Good luck if you make a board!

@silkboxing4454 6 жыл бұрын

INCREDIBLE WORK.....GREAT JOB !!!!!!

@johnvodopija1743 4 жыл бұрын

This is a really well put together build tutorial. I learned a lot and will be using the techniques you demonstrated. What an amazing finished product. Top job and thank you.

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it, best of luck on your own!

@sans8758 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man super helpful gonna need this for woodshop can’t wait to make this!

@DaddyBear3000 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome work!

@jsams6996 9 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. I have made a few boards using your technique and they turned out way better than expected! Thanks for sharing.

@jsams6996 9 жыл бұрын

I can send you some pictures if you want to see- just shoot me your email.

@cash_reviews 9 жыл бұрын

J Sams Yeah that'd be great! I'd love to see them. CashedOutBoards@gmail.com

@ashleyammbo1191 3 жыл бұрын

Following up on a five-year-old comment of yours regarding the gluing/clamping technique for producing a DIY longboard… How is the durability? I would really really really appreciate if if you would reply back because… Not to offend the content creator here but I’m honestly amazed that this type of clamping system works at all and if it does then I’m going to start doing it myself LOL

@alanrudkavich7302 9 жыл бұрын

Best tutorial I have ever seen on KZfaq

@luceluce7818 8 жыл бұрын

Same here!!!

@garliechetz 7 жыл бұрын

agreed

@en6598 5 жыл бұрын

I recomend the channel Longboard Thecnology. They make less mistakes and they go more into details.

@arth5911 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial. Love the deck press idea.

@cash_reviews 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@collinlooman8490 9 жыл бұрын

Pretty awesome for a homemade board👍

@claudiaromero7392 7 жыл бұрын

this is the best longboard diy tutoriales I have ever seen

@thegreat8876 4 жыл бұрын

Great wood working video.

@tommartin1223 3 жыл бұрын

Incredible workmanship

@cash_reviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@decker_media2495 7 жыл бұрын

thanks for your videos very helpful keep doing your thang, keep the music flowin

@kckst8 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent work

@ZachRamsey 8 жыл бұрын

Sweet tutorial. Good luck with the band

@mccuseme4989 3 жыл бұрын

This was the most helpful video i could find for this. I made a longboard of my own earlier this year, it was the first one ive made so i had no clue what i was doing. In the end, my trucks werent straight, one sheet delaminated, and my griptape was frayed around the edges. I plan to make another this summer and im confident that this video will help me perfect my cruiser

@valentinosfamurri8118 Жыл бұрын

Well done, great deck design and skills. Thanks for the video

@christopherstebbins7442 4 жыл бұрын

You're very knowledgeable young man. I learned a lot from you in my older age

@JT-ye1qo 7 жыл бұрын

Wow, nice vid man. Thanks for breaking down each step. I've made a few boards just as a hobby but haven't been able to get enough concave. I'm gonna try the press you showed on my next project. Thanks man, keep it up.

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+Jamey Tate thanks bud. Good luck on the new boards, hopefully this helps!

@andrewfarkas3435 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks, now I know how to make my very own longboard.

@spacemonkey0077 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Will definitely give this method a try.

@macyoshi7975 6 жыл бұрын

Best video I have seen yet bro thanks for making this.

@cash_reviews 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@akensobek4 8 жыл бұрын

awesome video

@bfenix 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Cash, just wanted to express my gratitude for the video. I'm finishing college and in this semester I designed an electric longboard which I had to make a model of. For that, your video, especially the DIY clamps part, helped immensely, so BIG thanks man!

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome man! That’s great to hear. I’m just about to graduate college and will be bringing this channel back to life!

@brenrjr 7 жыл бұрын

amazing job

@delvallo9652 3 жыл бұрын

great job and super informative!

@fitztastico 8 жыл бұрын

I am beyond impressed

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+fitztastico thank you!

@transdetendal 8 жыл бұрын

nice build ! i liked the end result alot!!

@nicolasgaldames730 11 ай бұрын

te a quedado sorprendentemente genial

@PARAKLETOENPLETORA 6 жыл бұрын

Waooo...que hermosa tabla ....excelente trabajo, te felicito brother

@luketangelder7318 8 жыл бұрын

This was so good, and creative press

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'll have more press specific videos to come!

@luketangelder7318 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I need to learn desperately how to get a good shape, continue the great videos and boards

@reneebusch4843 4 жыл бұрын

I literally appreciate you sm for this video!! I’m making one as a present for my BF

@alexandrealexwet388 3 жыл бұрын

How is it

@deniiuvale7983 6 жыл бұрын

Well done!

@cash_reviews 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@boyatvikram 8 жыл бұрын

You are AWESOME!! I'm new but a huge huge HUGE fan already.. I love you guys..

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+vikram boyat thanks! I'm glad you enjoy the channel, there's lots to come!

@boyatvikram 8 жыл бұрын

:) Thanks a ton for noticing and replying my comment, I'll waiting for your new uploads, but let me watch all other your uploads which I didn't watch yet.. Peace..

@timvandenberg8178 7 жыл бұрын

Damn, so slick bro

@paulinocosta2849 8 жыл бұрын

very good ... good project !

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Paulino Costa Thanks!

@JemmySheng 8 жыл бұрын

Great project, great video!

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Jemmy Sheng Thanks man!

@sethmcneill4450 3 жыл бұрын

Wow dude that was awesome! I love that shape and will probably add a handle on the kick tail.

@cash_reviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Best of luck with your project!

@visionaire5065 7 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video, thanks man!

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+Visionaire I'm glad, you're welcome!

@kenzoleclercq6681 3 жыл бұрын

You made one of the best board of all the youtube video's of making your own longboard you did an amaizing job man looks lik from the store

@cash_reviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend! I appreciate it :)

@martylawson3545 4 жыл бұрын

You could be the Norm Abram (New Yankee Workshop) of the skateboard world! Great job with making a detailed and informative video. Thanks

@ivancastro4723 7 жыл бұрын

An absolutely beautiful product

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+Ivan Castro thank you!

@chanceregan2022 7 жыл бұрын

Where can i get this template? I see it all over the place but i can't find it!

@jacobmorin5040 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tutorial #DIY longboard

@pluto6038 8 жыл бұрын

Nice to see that the plywood comes from my homeland

@quantumpeep866 8 жыл бұрын

Put the nuts on the rod prior to cutting, remove nut after to allow for easy threading:) Cool vid!

@conorlamere399 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, and checked out your band in Spotify because of the plug. Congrats on the new album!

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

You’re the man, thank you!

@KyleCWong 6 жыл бұрын

Great detail in 10 minutes! The finished product looks awesome, thanks for sharing!

@brownsoutdoors5799 3 жыл бұрын

shut the hell up

@zaf240489 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@JawnGlick 8 жыл бұрын

this is a lot less cringey than the cruiser one lmao still great info in the vid also i like your clamping system ill have to try it out

@juliachmiel9647 8 жыл бұрын

wow your longbouard it's amazing!

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Julka Chmiel Thank you!

@juliachmiel9647 8 жыл бұрын

This is true :)

@dimitrijevasiljevic 8 жыл бұрын

This looks really cool! I might even make one of these!

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Samo Dimitrije thanks! And go for it, they're great projects!

@dimitrijevasiljevic 8 жыл бұрын

CashedOutBoards great projects but its hard to get it done,my biggest concetrn is that the edges wont meet up nicely at the glue-up and that i'll have to make my own centerline somehow

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Samo Dimitrije you can always add as many clamps as you need to ensure its laminated nice. And yeah you will have to make a centerline for sure

@aayushtamang1426 7 жыл бұрын

good tutorial #DIY longboard

@maudwagner7211 7 жыл бұрын

wicked vid well done man keep it goin!!

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+Maud Wagner thanks bud!

@maudwagner7211 7 жыл бұрын

Any chance of a vid on the poly coat and polish. What poly coat do you use and do you use a cutting paste and or polish to get that nice shine? Bit more info and what brands of stuff etc would be great! Cheers........

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+Maud Wagner it's on the list! Over thanksgiving break I'll have time to make the video

@maudwagner7211 7 жыл бұрын

ok cool but could you tell me the make and or types of product you use for the poly coat and polish etc?!! Cheers bud............

@johntoth9150 8 жыл бұрын

Extra point for the clamping system. Ive done similar things and if the nose is just straight all u have to do is shape the tail and the concave. At the tail u can use clamps but for the concave I'm thinking about using heavy rocks. And it's mostly for people with no workshop. Also I'm thinking about strengthening the board lenghtwise with the help of metalthread. As a cheapversion of Carbon fiber cloth that has been used between the different layers of wood. oh well. there are so many ideas.

@trawlerboyjay 5 жыл бұрын

All well and good if you have all of the equipment and space to be able to do this. That being said, nice video and nice board

@novationskateboards3036 4 жыл бұрын

nice

@reynaldovilleneuve3623 8 жыл бұрын

lo intentare... :3 gracias por el video .. like

@notponding 8 жыл бұрын

WOW bests How to make a Longboard video on the tube.. Thanks

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+onzicardz I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

@pikkuapi8954 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@leifchristensen8271 3 жыл бұрын

You, my man, are a fucking legend. Thank you so damn much, I owe you one

@nikhilsahane 6 жыл бұрын

You're pro.

@juanpaterlini6918 5 жыл бұрын

this is great !! do you have board template like this one ?? it would be very helpful to me. Thanks

@satoogawa7121 7 жыл бұрын

this dude deserve moar likes!

@sendit7717 6 жыл бұрын

Sato Ogawa More*

@masterofpuppets1243 8 жыл бұрын

his hat is adorable

@brendandurant4353 9 жыл бұрын

Holy crap its here

@davthomas223 9 жыл бұрын

quality is leaps and bounds ahead of your last videos

@ignae 3 жыл бұрын

Props to dad for encouraging his kid to top level woodworking with something he likes. No college necessary for this kid. He will do just fine.

@cash_reviews 3 жыл бұрын

Just graduated with an Engineering degree, I like to do a bit of both! :)

@ignae 3 жыл бұрын

@@cash_reviews keep it up!

@knivesstuff 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Very good explained video! I'm not a skater but this looks like a very cool project :) Is 80 grit sandpaper an alternative for grit tape??

@jmartitel 8 жыл бұрын

what a lot of pro tools do you have mate. It is almost not an DIY. But very well done. Great

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

Yeah I have some fancy stuff but it certainly can be done with just the basics, thanks!

@TeddyMonacelli 4 жыл бұрын

For the press- how tall were the concave stretchers in the middle of the board (it looks like 1/2" and how tall were the ends for the kick tails (that looks like 1-1/2")?

@visaha99 8 жыл бұрын

POP FILTER!

@warmachinebodybuilding 2 жыл бұрын

Very very excellent job and video bro, compliment and super like by Warmachine bodybuilding of garage Gym italy 🇮🇹

@Trees2Pens 9 жыл бұрын

I agree with comments below...awesome instruction video and quality content. Keep making videos you have a great shop. :-)

@cash_reviews 9 жыл бұрын

Trees2Pens Thanks! Will do whenever I work on boards!

@theofficialgabrielmessenge8173 6 жыл бұрын

Lit

@HanyHaramy 9 жыл бұрын

Rly God Video!! I love your videos, they have rly god quality and are fun too watch. Pls dont stop making these videos. Ps: the only thing that could be better is the soundquality, but its ok =/

@giovannisouthey7250 7 жыл бұрын

Hi im currently making a board as a school project, was just wondering how thick your board was and why you choose to use 4 laminates, cheers, James.

@michaelmurphycpt5090 5 жыл бұрын

Where can i find a templete for a longboard like this cuz i love it

@JAlex34 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, is there any other good wood alternatives to baltic birch, could I use normal plywood? Thanks for the great tutorials.

@cash_reviews 3 жыл бұрын

I've used higher end "normal plywood" from home improvement stores with SOME success. They'll work but won't be as strong, or will likely need to be thicker and thus heavier. It's worth the experiment if you cant get birch!

@19freak98 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! Do you degrease your wood before glueing it?

@dunkinvideos 8 жыл бұрын

you sound so much more comfortable in this vid!. I just saw your mini cruiser tutorial lol. I also commented on that video a reply would be appreciated

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+dunkinvideos Thanks! I think the quality is much better in this video. And I don't make and sell boards right now. I'd say try to make one, there's nothing better than building a board yourself!

@dunkinvideos 8 жыл бұрын

+CashedOutBoards I couldn't agree anymore! sadly i don't have access to the needed tools

@dunkinvideos 8 жыл бұрын

i deff. much rather pay someone who made it by hand then some plastic injection mold

@AlphaBetaJacob 8 жыл бұрын

very good information, just one question. if you were to put the grain of each layer in the same direction would it have more flex? also, if you or anyone else knows, does using wood glue opposed to resin provide rigidity or flex?

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

If you run the grain all lengthwise it should have less flex and if you run it the other way it should have more flex with more torsional rigidity. And I'm not sure with glue vs resin, but I would assume resin is harder and would make the board more rigid.

@scottmichael3745 5 жыл бұрын

Well done young man! I really liked the outcome after polishing the bottom!!! So just a buffing compound on polyurethane finish? To clarify please. Thanks! :-)

@KimariEnzo 6 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Where did you buy the plywood? And can’t I use clamps for the press bought from store?

@timmycommins6472 6 жыл бұрын

im thinking about doing this but what i would like to know is how durable the board is (like do the layers of wood come apart) GREAT VIDEO!!!

@cash_reviews 6 жыл бұрын

I've made many boards and only one snapped, and it was because I used low quality plywood. None of my boards have delaminated!

@sergiohernandez3000 6 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed with all the tooling you have in your garage! did you get it or it is your dad's? Congratulations!

@cash_reviews 6 жыл бұрын

Some of it is mine and some is my dads, having the right tools for the right job is a big help on projects like this!

@supertrampk8154 8 жыл бұрын

Hey bro please... Can you do detailed version for a normal skateboard.(about the press),can I use any wood, i don't have Birch...love your videos. Please do some more:)

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Supertramp K I might be able to make a normal skateboard eventually but i'm fairly busy at the moment. And you could use other wood, just make sure it is in thin enough sheets to bend into shape. Thanks for the feedback man! I'll make more videos as I make more boards!

@TheSpikeBomb 8 жыл бұрын

When you clear coated your board, there was a cruiser in the background; i was wondering what kind of wheels you had on her? Amazing video, a hell of a lot better than some stuff are out there. XD

@cash_reviews 8 жыл бұрын

+Hinkiepunk Those are stereo cruiser wheels and trucks, and thanks man!

@josedejesus8369 3 жыл бұрын

Thus is awesome I love it..How much is that beautiful longboard? Did you having for sale? Hope you answer my questions I appreciate it. Thanks for your time and also sharing...

@larryjackson7405 7 жыл бұрын

I love ur video but I just have one question. Where did u get the Baltic birch plywood at

@johnryanminguita8146 6 жыл бұрын

Cashedoutboards, do you think i can use a wolmanized plywood other than baltic birch?

@andrewpacheco3839 3 жыл бұрын

Do I want the more flexible side of wood facing up or down?

@LUNDRSON 7 жыл бұрын

you should make a video on making a street deck

@cash_reviews 7 жыл бұрын

+jon favreau when I get the chance I will, I've gotten a few requests now I need the time

@khaloq2016 3 жыл бұрын

amazing please tell me how much is the thickness? dimensions exactly please

@Sebastian-ul1ke 4 жыл бұрын

Does the board flex well? Great video btw, really informative.

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

Depending on what amount of layers you use it’ll be nice and flexy! It’s all in the design. Glad you enjoyed it!

@oubel 4 жыл бұрын

hi! nice job! how many veneers of 1/8 inch baltic birch did u use? thanks!

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

This board used 4! Depends on rider weight and how flexible you want it

@JackHagen 4 жыл бұрын

If I was to have the flexible side down and I want some play. How many layers should I have so it’s not to flexible or stiff

@cash_reviews 4 жыл бұрын

It depends on your weight, if you use birch, I’m 135lbs and use 3-4 layers. 3 for shorter boards, 4 for stiffer ones or longer ones