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00:00:00 – 00:18:12
The YouTube video discusses the double drive spinning wheel system, emphasizing its setup and functionality. The focus is on the components like the whorl, bobbin, drive wheel, and flyer assembly, crucial for creating consistent yarns. The importance of tension adjustment, drive band choice, and balancing bobbin speed relative to the flyer is highlighted for smooth spinning. The video also touches on common issues like slack yarn and drive wheel slipping, stressing the need for proper tension adjustments. Viewers are encouraged to engage, like, share, and comment on the video, with an offer for further tutorials and live spinning podcasts on Fridays. The narrative wraps up with a "happy spinning" farewell.
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In this part of the video, the YouTuber discusses the double drive spinning wheel system, explaining how it works and how to set it up. The double drive system provides power to both the whorl and bobbin, commonly found in antique flax wheels and various modern wheel models. Double drive wheels are known for being fast and suitable for creating thin, consistent yarns. The YouTuber also introduces the different parts of the spinning wheel, such as the drive wheel and flyer assembly, providing insights on their functions and orientations based on the wheel style. Close-ups are taken to illustrate these components.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the bobbin and the whorl of a spinning wheel. The bobbin has a groove that should be wide and U-shaped, while the whorl has a deeper V-shaped groove. The whorl can attach to the flyer either by interlocking or screwing on, with a caution that screw-on whorls are reverse-threaded. It is essential to be gentle with old wheels to avoid damage. The diameters of the groove on the bobbin and whorl should be slightly different for the double drive system to work effectively.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains that double drive spinning wheels have one long drive band configured in a figure-eight shape. The choice of material for the drive band can vary, with cotton thread being a preferred option. When attaching a new drive band, ensure the tension is loose and the flyer assembly is close to the wheel. The drive band is looped around the bobbin and whorl, crossing over itself in a figure-eight pattern. The video also demonstrates how the double drive system works by showing how the band makes the bobbin and whorl spin at different rates due to their size difference. An experiment with stickers illustrating this concept is also conducted.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains how the drive band causes the bobbin to turn faster than the whorl, leading to the concept of attaching spinning fiber to the bobbin connecting it to the flyer. When the spinning fiber connects the bobbin to the flyer, they spin at the same rate. The groove on the bobbin has a u-shape allowing the drive band to slip on it, while the groove on the whorl is a v-shape enabling more friction. Adjusting tension controls the bobbin’s speed relative to the flyer. By giving slight slack, the control shifts back to the wheel as the bobbin starts to spin faster, pulling the yarn onto itself.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker demonstrates a double drive spinning system in action. They explain the delicate balance between having the right amount of tension for the bobbin to wind the yarn smoothly while still allowing controlled drafting. The importance of finding the correct tension is emphasized to avoid issues like the wheel yanking the yarn too forcefully, sore hands, thin drafting spots, lack of twist, or feeling rushed. Signs of both too strong and too loose tension are highlighted, with recommendations to adjust the tension accordingly.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses issues that may arise while spinning on a double drive setup, such as slack yarn, unresponsiveness, and drive wheel slipping. They emphasize the importance of adjusting tension to address these problems and explain the balance needed between the drive band and bobbin speed. The speaker advises against feeding yarn too quickly to prevent coiling and messy bobbins, highlighting the importance of smooth transitions and proper yarn handling. They encourage viewers to engage by liking the video, sharing it, and leaving comments about their spinning experiences. Additionally, they mention another tutorial on spinning wheel ratios for further learning and invite viewers to subscribe for weekly spinning tutorials.
00:18:00
In this segment, the speaker encourages viewers to join them for a live spinning podcast on Fridays. The message concludes with a “happy spinning” farewell.