That shop carpet is calling to me... that's a great idea. I can't count how many times a small part has gone skittering off into nowhereland after falling to the ground.
I use two old car mats either side of my car. That way when i want to Jacky car up my knees aren't on the concrete. Also acts as a nice door mat to wipe shoes on.
Yes please make a 30min video of the junk drawer! This was awesome Cody. The shop has definitely completely evolved in the last few years and it really looks amazing. The old version of this shop was great but you are reaching peak shop organization!
Hey Cody, could you make a guide to all consumables you keep on hand? When to use acetone vs degreaser vs other cleaning products. What greases to keep on hand. What should and shouldn’t be cleaned with carb cleaner? What oils to use on various materials. I’ve always been confused by the chemicals. Especially when is the WRONG time to use them.
Good advice, Cody! I'm 70 and I have built over a dozen shops. Started building them is closer to the truth. Never got one finished. I always had to move on for employment reasons or chasing a bigger dream. Someday I will have a nice shop!!!
Shop sounds like a man cave to me. ;-) I aspire to have a shop like this. I got a slow start to it but have been working on it the last 8-9 years (since I got divorced!) These days my 2 car garage doubles as a shop. Glad to see more of these types of videos on your channel!
I still remember the "work triangle" from an 8th grade architecture class. They said the circumference shouldn't be more than 22' for peak efficiency. Every time I work in a kitchen that wasn't designed that way I remember that good teacher.
I love how you admit to not knowing things and that we need to be prepared to be looking things up constantly to learn. You are the father I wish I had. Thanks wrangler star!
Nothing gives me the fizz( or an involuntary and unconscious smile ) more than seeing your kitty in a video. We are truly meant to be with an animal companion.
Having built many work areas over the years this is a great setup. My work/hobby is primarily rebuilding old axes and cleaning/sharpening knives for myself and friends. Nothing like taking a 50 or 60-year-old axe and rebuilding it to be used again. So my area for this work is smaller and now that I look at it, it is a triangle.
Nice. My last 20 years was working on mostly school busses. Retired a couple years ago. This is great advice setting up your work area. Even when you have your boxes and bench set up, working on a 40 foot bus is a little more walking. Not much of a triangle. Lol Good to have a rolling tool box when working in one spot away from your main box. Great content.
Love your channel!! As a note , a gimbal is 3 dimensional like a giroscope. What you described in your lighting arm is a swivel ( 2 dimentions) not a gimbal. Keep up the outstanding work Cory. Thanks.
love the videos like these and we need a new edc update due to that new one in ur pocket. And personally like the longer videos for example edc or tools videos, when you compare different brands/options for each thing
I am not sure there's ones that can fit a snowbike like that, but working at a motorcycle repair shop, one of the most important tools we have is a motorcycle lift, it's way easier to have the whole bike off the ground, having your brakes at the height of your hands instead of getting close to the ground to work on them is the best, but also, it takes up quite a bit of space and we work on bikes the whole day so it might not be so important for someone thhat does other stuff at the shop, keep up the great videos Cody!
I cover the floor of my shop with 4 ft by 6 ft rubber horse stall mats. They provide a lot of cushioning and hold up great. They weigh about 100 lb so they don't move around much on their own
As a mechanic, I only required one snap on tool. A pivot head, fine tooth ratchet with round handle. After a couple years of daily wrenching with craftsman square ratchet handle I was getting really sore almost arthritis like pain where the ratchet corner applied pressure to my metacarpal. So I bought a snap on ratchet that was stolen along with all my tools in the last vehicle I was living in. Makes me wish I lived in Afghanistan because they don't have piece of s*** scumbag thieves. And if there is a thief, they only steal once. That said, I prefer craftsman tools for warranty exchange. It's easier and more convenient for me to run to Ace hardware or when Sears was in business. Then trying to track down my snap on truck. I might have to wait a day or two for the truck, meanwhile Ace/Sears open everyday. That could be the difference in getting paid by having the job done that day.
Super Duper Excited for this! Following the channel for years seeing the shop change in the background over time absolutely stoked for a shop tour! Thanks!
I honestly have no clue how he has the time to maintain everything. I’m a busy guy and get things done… but wondering if he had little elves that are in the background. By the way.. I have the viper short chair for my dirtbikes. It works great. Wheels almost roll too well.
wow, your Matthews light stand is fantastic, as a form ProHollywoodPhotographer, I still have my lighting gear and love my Matthews, I have never seen a setup like your, but I will be jabbing something similar soon..... Manfrotto got into copying Matthews about 20 years ago, their gear is good quality too.....cheers, Paul
The thumbnail of a motocross shop really got me watching this video when I need to go to sleep right now lol. Incredible shop man. I'm breaking my back working my hands to the bone in hopes that I can have a setup HALF as good as you got! Being in Florida, the wood stove is not on my list, although central A/C would be nice!! Not taking away from any of the work you've put in, but you've got it made Brother! Much love from the East Coast!
Having everything one or two steps is a great plan. When I set up the blacksmith shop I put the vise, forge, and anvil 2 steps from each other. The idea was to prevent me from falling into the habit of twisting at the waist when lifting something from the forge to the anvil or vise versa. I like the rolling seat. I use an old office chair with the back removed. The air cylinder lets me adjust for working on running boards or at a bench. Great layout Cody. Just working warm and dry is a big plus. Having everything in reach with room to walk around is just about perfect. Add a toilet, coffee pot, and refrigerator and I could live there. 😁😎
That’s one heck of a junk drawer 😂 never throw away those little parts you never know when you’re gonna need it. I like the portability idea it’s less clutter. I work in a shop “not mine” it’s you walk a mile. I eventually going to build a shop it would only be 24 or 27 wide 40 long.
Having the carpet is a great Idea.... I always think about the triangle for work areas. Having a computer station is key. I bought a cheap 32" monitor just for the shop and use a wireless keyboard mouse combo. Nice work proho!
Your shop is beautiful one thing you’re missing is a motorcycle lift that’s going to be a must have. Your working on Jack’s machine he should be there to help and get to know. Best Regards
Hey Cody, great to see you making cool content. I’m glad that you’re well and having a great time making your way through life. Not to mention giving us some great advice and tutorials. Keep em coming.
It’s a nice approach to shop organization. I'm curious, how do you manage to not have any insects (like wood eating ants) in your shop? The previous owner was storing wood in the shop and it caused issues with ants. So I do not stack wood inside for this reason.
Don’t know why, but I just started to wonder were the wood working part of the shop went. I know it’s been gone for a while now but we’re did it all go is what I’m wondering now.
