Wes, I wonder if part of your slope in the floor was poured that way on purpose to facilitate your floor drain system? However, it would appear - at least around the perimeter- that slab was poured directly on the topsoil with no perimeter beam work. Hence, these subsidence of the concrete due to soil compaction. Most likely? I think you did the best you could with limited investment.
Wes please don't give up your videos you are the only one left that hasn't got to big for his britches you make very easy to follow videos please don't stop.
You’re definitely single-handedly the most entertaining person on RU-vid. Your videos are very informative and I feel like I learn a lot from your content. Whatever you decide to do we understand and appreciate what you do.
A mechanic? A guy who operates equipment that is old enough that no one young knows how to run them to fix his own problems? A handyman who never gives up and does the best that he can? Wes you have inspired me over the last year or so with you skills; determination and your character. This was another awesome video for the record. Keep on keeping on. Don’t let the worst get to you. You are great at what you do.
Wes, I enjoyed your digging then I watched your backfilling and wondered (what the heck is he doing?), then the end result came and wow! I never expected that nice of a job! See, you can do it! 😊 Pretty nice job for using that giant inoperative Hoe !
I don’t think people are asking for better videos, Wes! I think most people are like me and just enjoy the videos so much we want more of them (either longer or more frequent). But you’re only human, and you have a day job that’s time consuming plus your family. Internet strangers and their needs are far down on the list of priorities!
Glad youve supported the floor of your shop and can now make good use of that space. I dont care if you make a video of a tired mill, a tractor, concrete slab or flooded river. These are the challenges we all face every day.. I appreciate the vehicle repairs because you always do the best you can with what you're given.
It's not just the cars and trucks it's watching your journey , whatever that entails . You are someone who makes the time spent pleasant for awhile , family friendly and never too overwhelmed by the potholes you encounter .
You know what Wes, you just keep on doing what you do as you can. Don’t let anyone bully you into doing anymore than you can handle. You’re only human sir. Take care and have a safe Memorial Day weekend. Thanks for all of your great videos.
We see you’re working but it’s more of your work ethic and you will put in the time needed to get it done ✅ and the fact you’re still willing to share. Even your mistakes are a learning experience. With that said your content is very valuable 😊 Thank you for doing this RU-vid channel 😊
As a viewer and subscriber to a lot of similar channels I recognise a "trend". When channels grow some of them tend to buy better and more expensive gear, putting a lot more time into editing and trying to be more "professional" and almost always it just makes the channel worse, not better, and what attracted viewers from the start gets lost in that process. It's youtube. It's ok to just slap it together. It's the content and personalities that makes it great, not the production value. When people are saying they want more, longer and better I think "better" doesn't mean production quality and time consuming editing. Don't feel the pressure to be something you aren't and become a youtube "product". Just be yourself and once in a while film it to let people watch Wes work :)
Wes, forget about the naysayers? No matter what you do it will never be right or enough. You are doing an awesome job sir. Family comes first then everything else. Really enjoy your videos, appreciate all you do to take time to video and edit. Thank you again.
Wes, as a watcher who started life in Illinois, joined the Marine Corps at 18 and never looked back. I've been gone 48 yrs. You did a great job with what you had. Purchased a Case 580C 2 yrs ago. Use it quite often. Still act like a mental midget on it every once in a while while using it. Keep up the great videos. Love your videos. 5 stars to you and family.
Wes, I've been watching your channel now for quite some time and I've learned a lot from you. I don't have a shop, I don't have a house, I just have an RV and a 1999 F-250 that has never failed me in 263,000. For reasons I can't understand, watching you repair things is calming and therapeutic to me, which probably has you rolling your eyes because of all the colorful language you likely have to edit out, but it's true. If I had a couple quarters to rub together I'd join up on your Patreon, but I'm sure that of your 231,000 subscribers, several of them have Franklins burning a hole in their wallet and can send them out your way. I hope the increased revenue will allow you to find an editor who you can just hand all your footage to and say "Good Luck. You'll need it!" There are a lot of those sorts of people out there if you look around. Getting one you can trust, well, that's likely another matter. Regardless, keep up the great work and I'm happy to see the shop getting some much needed TLC. Take care, and know that you're appreciated.
I've been enjoying your videos a long time now, I am 71 years old, you are a Mechanic, and you teach us very much, I have watched "Pup" grow up, your lovely Wife achieve her degree, but, seems more like a video family to me, please don't leave us!
Wes, my uncle told me that the mimosa tree in front of their house needed trimmed. His wife, my aunt, went to work, and my uncle went to work. When she came home, the tree was gone. She asked him, " I thought you were just going to trim it". He said he trimmed it at the ground. The reason for the " trim" was that he got tired of cleaning out the gutters, and getting rid of all the new trees.
The name of your channel is "Watch Wes Work" and that is what we like to see you do. I will be satisfied watching you record your customers jobs and posting when you can. Just keep it honest and real (like it has always been) and your channel will continue to grow. I know the videos take a lot of your time but you have a business to run.
It doesn't matter the the length of the videos or the content you've kept everything relaxed and very enjoyable down home, don't feel like you have to change to be like all the other channels go in the direction you want.😊
My "complex machine" is the simplest one wally world had and I still won't let her near it for fear she won't know how to work it. Keep up the great work. Your style of humor keeps me smiling and I do indeed learn from you.
9:53 "I've done some pruning". That's great! Plants should NOT be touching the wall or foundation because you don't want water, mould, insects or whatever there.
Your videos are inspirational Wes. On one hand be careful hitching your wagon to RU-vid, I've seen people undone by demonetisation. On the other, your work and wisdom are such a joy and deserve reward. All the best from Melbourne Australia.
Don't change a thing Wes, the raw films are great, I like the style, no fancy intro nonsense a r self promoting, just an honest guy getting dirty. You have a unique range of skills.
Keep the faith Wes - Hostas are hardy. I hope you work out a way to continue doing videos. I enjoy them all and don't care if you are doing the fifth brake job on a rusty Ford in a row or mudjacking your shop.
Wes, keep doing what you are doing. Your work ethic is unmatched. Your honesty and sincerity are hard to find in today's world. You are keeping America rolling. When you need help, shout. I will sweep floors for you or run a camera.
Keep going, Wes. We love your videos. Doesn't have to be auto repair. Can be anything, electronics, your interests, anything, literally. We, the viewers, watch for you, your personality, and of course the puppy 😊😊. Put out whatever you can, whenever you can. We'll watch. We love you.
I don’t know if they have a place to buy used pallet racks in your area. That might help you gain some floor space. Those are perfect for stashing stuff you want to safe or don’t use very often.
For the metrics… Cuz we all wish they would fall off the edge of the earth. I for one come here to “watch Wess work “ Tell your story. I’ll be here to see it. I don’t do regular TV. Thank you!
I hope Patreon takes off for you. People are generally good despite our own personal ideologies and come together even when there isn’t necessarily a common ground other than personal hardships and tragedies. I personally enjoy your videos no matter the length, content or quality. Keep doing what you do as long as it brings you fulfillment and happiness. God bless and hope to your coming videos in the future!
No one can say you don't provide variety. It is all part of 'a day in the life' and you share well. Time to get the wife to do the editing and posting of videos. Thanks for sharing.
Now that the floor is fairly level I bet the next addition is an alignment rack. I think a garage door entrance on the side of the building might be advantages. Wes can't stop making videos, one of the very few who can really fix every ones crap and enjoyable to watch.
You impress me and I am enjoying your abilities. You can make big money with your ability to problem solve. Don't sell your self short, you are gifted! Very few people like you exist in the work force.
I absolutely love your content. I'm glad that people like you still exist. You are very detail oriented, dedicated, and hard working. I have learned a lot from your methods... and employed some of it, too!
I just love this channel, rebuilding a bridgeport one day, to major concrete repair the next, to splitting a tractor. You are my favorite channel hands down
I’m local in Fulton and love watching. Buddies from Cedar Rapids I go to diesel school with watch your videos with me. Amazing you’re as close to us as you are. We strive to be like you and love your content
I think you are a very gifted presenter with your own unique style that suits your channel perfectly. You are so easy to listen to. Who would have thunk that you would have fix the same problem in your shop that I have in mind. I think you should do a poll to find out how many others suffer from the same dilemma and put off fixing it forever.
@@WatchWesWork You should have an engineer (that's in the trade) come and take a gander at that soil. They'll give you the right solution. As is, pray and spray might work, but i think a targeted solution is the better way to go. It might be a drain... but it might just as well be that the water table has lowered and your place is now not "floating" anymore, it also leads to sink holes, which is what you had under that slab section (at 8? tons, it was getting there anyways).
@@WatchWesWork dump that crap landscaping against the building and slope the dirt away using that extra limestone crap and throw sod on it. That stone restricts water flow like rip-rap and the sod will flow the water smartly away from the building.
If Wes’s wife reads the comments, you should do a family trip to Holland Michigan for the Tulip Festival in the spring. It’s a whole week of events like this. I’m sure Wes would love it too. 😂
Wes don’t stop sharing your experience & informative programs on RU-vid, as an Australian watching you & a select few of American genuine mechanics who air their informative shows I’ll find it difficult that you won’t be there, so thanks again. Yours sincerely, John.
Make the videos that you want to make! History says we will like them! Run your business, and fit the videos you want to make in with that. In more than 2 years I can not recall a single video I did not like. Much success to you and your family!!!
It is always interesting! I am glad when you do not stick to just fixing vehicles. I like how you explain things and your thinking process. I also enjoy that you are a human and have human problems like us all. It is nice that you include Mrs. Wes and Mini Wes and of course Max. I enjoy your stories as I was also a field service engineer for an automation manufacturer and would fly all over and get production lines back running. Thank You for your time and experiences.
To put it simply Wes, your videos have helped me inumerable times when I've been on the struggle bus myself. Whatever the job may be, I'm here to see how you do it.
Mortske suggested I drop in. After watching this Saving The Shop presentation...my thoughts are, You may want to add rain gutters on your building to direct the water behind your building away from the perimeter.
Hi Wes. Just wanted to chime in and say I appreciate your content. I’ve learned a lot and appreciate how much effort it takes to put these together when a week of work and taking care of the family is a high hurdle by itself. Looking forward to following along with whatever path you choose.
I have watched you open up a vehicle pcm and solder something which takes incredible confidence and skill. Then I see you landscape and i immediately get heartburn😂. Entertaining and somewhat educational as always 👍
You mentioned getting somebody that does mud jacking or mud pumping. That’s probably the best way to go. When I was much younger (about 50yrs or so ago ) my father used to do that kind of work & most of his customers were pretty happy. Good luck Wes. You shop looks good from what I can see.
Hey Wes 👋, good to see you finally fix the floor. Then, some landscaping. But you got it done with out to much of a headache . I really hope you don't give up on the videos. You are one of the few who still explains what you are doing. And they are interesting and good content. Hopefully, you're able to figure things out. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend 👋
Agree with the majority, please don’t stop. You’re content is great. Real life and no drama. Do what you can and we’ll keep watching. Maybe find a high school kid who can help with the editing and taping for a few months to give you a break.
Thanks for the video Wes. I cringed when you got the hasta with the bucket 😂 As far as the videos go. Your one of my favorite channels because what you do is real. And your real. You don't try to spice it up with a bunch of unnecessary things. No ridiculous click bait. No viewer related destruction. You have honest viewers not built on lies. Just like your life Wes. Honest man, making honest videos. The world needs more Wes and less RU-vid popularity based propaganda.
I have watched your videos for some time now and I enjoy the learning experience, your humor and the interaction of you and your family. I encourage you to do what you have time for. Please don't be pressured to make videos just for the sake of it. Wishing you Peace and happiness. 💜
Glad you got your shop in a better spot, Wes! I laughed out loud at your ‘indoctrination’ comment. I will definitely support you on patreon! The work you do and the things you share are worth, well… sharing. Looking forward to seeing another video.
Wes, you should have all those little Dutch kids come over and sweep and mop your shop floor! Call it living history! Their young...they won't know the difference!
Love your videos, I, for one, find them fascinating as well as educational in a lot of ways. Keep them coming, you are appreciated! I hope you survive the culling of the small bush.
While we all appreciate what you present to us, you do what is best for you and your family. I have learned so much from you and look forward to more if it's in the cards. Thank you and happy Memorial Day!
Wes I believe I happened upon your channel some 5 or 6 years ago now (while still at college). I have to say that not only have I learned a lot from you, but I have also gained an appreciation for tractors and other heavy equipment i never had before watching yout channel. Not to mention you put me on to another favorite of mine in Diesel Creek, as well as that leading into Hamiltonville farms. Also in the daily mess that is life. Your videos have always provided a bit of an escape into something familar. Like hanging out with an old buddy. Please dont feel you have to push yourself beyond your means just for the sake of content. I for one prefer quality over quanity. If you need to have a set schedule and dial it way back on the videos then i for one say do it. But just know that whenever things seem futile. Or think youre not doing good enough. Just know that you've made such a postive impact on not only myself but tons of others through this channel. Take care of yourself, and keep on keeping on 👌
Though I wish you could put more out, I understand why you can't. You are one of the few bigger channel operators in this genre that still work a normal job. The weird stuff you get in your shop is what makes your channel different from the others. I hope you are making some decent money on this at this point, and you are at the point where you could do this full time if you devoted all your energy to it and engage all the different revenue streams. I just don't know if that is the best thing for your particular channel, since your shop is so integral to the channel. You could really get into doing troubleshooting videos. Your overall knowledge is nearly unmatched when it comes to troubleshooting. You could do videos teaching people how to troubleshoot different issues, or something like that, and maybe limit your 9 to 5 to stuff that will make good videos. I don't know. Your situation is different from a lot of the others, but you might benefit from being able to plan your videos, rather than waiting on something to come in. There are a lot of machines out there with unusual issues that need some love.
