FANTASTIC 😊 W/SHOP & AMAZINGLY ORGANISED & COMPACT USE OF SPACE . YOU HAVE INSPIRED ME TO GET ON WITH MY OWN W/SHOP OVER THE SEA IN UK . THANKYOU FOR ANOTHER INTELLIGENT VIDEO
Man your TH-cam is really gaining traction. As I thought it would. A true professional. Looking forward to riding with you guys some day and perhaps picking your brain lol
Would love to see more on the bench top, having that lip would be really nice! Can’t wait to see the updated setup in the future. Very good use of space!
Wow dude. I have no excuse anymore. My shop is double the size and not nearly as organized!! I can’t complain about the space anymore lol. I LOVE IT! Inspired man for real
Perfect size work shop, you just need another room for the big tools like lathe and milling machine. I just looked your business up and see you're at the opposite end of the country as your TQ certificate. I'm just a few hours SE of you but have family near you. I'm surprised Ontario still makes you renew your TQ every year. I wrote my red seal and interprovincial 32 years ago and thankfully here it's good for life. I'm new to your channel and have lots of catching up to do with all your videos lol!
I choose to keep my Ontario licence active because BC’s motorcycle tech ticket is more generic where mine is specific to motorcycles. There was nothing about lawn mowers or ATVs in my training. Plus the red seal is nationwide so I don’t need to change it.
@@ChuckfromTrueTech I think it's always been that way here in BC, they lump everything from trimmers to UTVs into the same class lol! Once you get into HD is where they split it up I believe.
The thing about building bigger is you will always find a way to fill it and have too much stuff in it. The typical response --> ask me how I know. I used to do a lot of high end bike work but the market is to fickle for my tolerance level now; so now I say I work on everything from lawn mowers to airplanes with more of a focus on commercial lawn and snow removal equipment. The clientele for that stuff is not shopping on line for cheap parts, it is their livelihood so they just want it back and working. What is your hourly rate.
One thing I would recommend is taking stock of how often you use items in relation to how valuable the space is. I audit my shop often, and when I stop and rate the importance of areas (for instance, the zones nearest entryways, or at my bench) I often find things like your imperial wrenches. When considering how valuable that space is in my head, then look at the stuff I keep in that space, it makes deciding on what needs to move easy. Oh! and for the clear bins of fasteners, its really quick and easy to take a piece of packing tape and tape whatever is in that bin to the front of it from the inside, then you can visually see what the item is!
Great use of space. Very nice setup, I would have no issuee sending you work if you werent across the border ehh. Also nice youve got a mill and lathe.. gamechanger. Thanks for the tour. Greetings from Wisconsin U.S.A
Nice setup. I’m trying to get a shop set up. I have a 22x23ft garage. I insulated the walls and put up white steel siding. I just put in some outlets and lights. I need to get a heater now. It’s hard for me to come up with a setup I like. I do think the shelves above the benches is a great idea.
Very, very cool to see. Your knowledge and multiple skills revealed through your layout, tools, parts etc. I suspect bigger is not always better for a one person bike shop but it seems you could use more room for storage?
I need more room for disassembled parts & inventory. I’d also like a TIG, more room for bits & tooling & about 2’ wider. Otherwise this space is ideal for a one man shop.
My dad used to pump out tons of bikes in a shop/garage a little smaller than that. Lots of memories made. Great work can come out of little spaces! What are the dimensions of your space if you don’t mind me asking?
Awesome how you used every nook and cranny efficiently I was wondering what size and make and model lathe you have, I’m looking to get into lathe work as a hobbyist with my motorcycle work also as a hobby, found some on marketplace that look similar to yours, wondering what you use , thank you Maybe that would make a cool video
My lathe is a Southbend. I’m not sure about the model. The important features to me are a 3’ bed (do I can fit fork tubes,) power feed both ways, 220 single phase and a quick change gearbox.
Thank you for the inspiration! Looks like the ultimate dirt bike shop setup, love it. One question re the valve grinding kit; Is this something you think someone can do by themselves in their own shop, and get acceptable results? What is the name of your kit and what is the price? I have looked at the Neway cutters before, but this looked like stone grinding? I live in a country where there really isnt any shop that does valve seat cutting jobs on motorcycles, and I like the idea of being self sufficient. I have experience doing engine rebuilds, crank rebuilds, a bit of revalving and lots of service of suspension in the past.
Valve grinding is pretty technical & there is a fair bit to know. If you’ve rebuilt cranks with good results you have the technical aptitude to grind valve seats. The problem with the Neway cutter is that it’s almost impossible to get a concentric seat because you’re cranking the tool with your wrist. This Sioux kit is several thousand dollars but I bought part of it used.
@ChuckfromTrueTech Thank you. Yes, thats what I also have heard about the Neway. Guess I will be on the lookout for something used, and maybe start with a already ruined head for practice.
Great video! It's always inspiring to see a well-thought-out and efficient setup from which to draw ideas; thanks, dude!
Awesome setup, so many great ideas!!
This guy knows his stuff!
FANTASTIC 😊 W/SHOP & AMAZINGLY ORGANISED & COMPACT USE OF SPACE . YOU HAVE INSPIRED ME TO GET ON WITH MY OWN W/SHOP OVER THE SEA IN UK . THANKYOU FOR ANOTHER INTELLIGENT VIDEO
Man your TH-cam is really gaining traction. As I thought it would. A true professional. Looking forward to riding with you guys some day and perhaps picking your brain lol
Excellent use of space. I love your shop Chuck !
Would love to see more on the bench top, having that lip would be really nice!
Can’t wait to see the updated setup in the future. Very good use of space!
+1 on the bench top! What kind of material is that? Custom job or commercial? Thanks!
Wow dude. I have no excuse anymore. My shop is double the size and not nearly as organized!! I can’t complain about the space anymore lol. I LOVE IT! Inspired man for real
Perfect size work shop, you just need another room for the big tools like lathe and milling machine. I just looked your business up and see you're at the opposite end of the country as your TQ certificate. I'm just a few hours SE of you but have family near you. I'm surprised Ontario still makes you renew your TQ every year. I wrote my red seal and interprovincial 32 years ago and thankfully here it's good for life. I'm new to your channel and have lots of catching up to do with all your videos lol!
I choose to keep my Ontario licence active because BC’s motorcycle tech ticket is more generic where mine is specific to motorcycles. There was nothing about lawn mowers or ATVs in my training. Plus the red seal is nationwide so I don’t need to change it.
@@ChuckfromTrueTech I think it's always been that way here in BC, they lump everything from trimmers to UTVs into the same class lol! Once you get into HD is where they split it up I believe.
The thing about building bigger is you will always find a way to fill it and have too much stuff in it. The typical response --> ask me how I know. I used to do a lot of high end bike work but the market is to fickle for my tolerance level now; so now I say I work on everything from lawn mowers to airplanes with more of a focus on commercial lawn and snow removal equipment. The clientele for that stuff is not shopping on line for cheap parts, it is their livelihood so they just want it back and working.
What is your hourly rate.
150
Thanks for another great video! I always learn so much that’s applicable in such a concise way.
One thing I would recommend is taking stock of how often you use items in relation to how valuable the space is. I audit my shop often, and when I stop and rate the importance of areas (for instance, the zones nearest entryways, or at my bench) I often find things like your imperial wrenches. When considering how valuable that space is in my head, then look at the stuff I keep in that space, it makes deciding on what needs to move easy.
Oh! and for the clear bins of fasteners, its really quick and easy to take a piece of packing tape and tape whatever is in that bin to the front of it from the inside, then you can visually see what the item is!
Sounds like you’ve put some effort into your own space.
Only 3 minutes in but enjoying the channel. Interested in the tire change course.
Awesome video and a fantastic use of space. Everything is very well thought out and right where you would need/want it.
a breath of nice clean air. Thanks Chuck.
Great use of space. Very nice setup, I would have no issuee sending you work if you werent across the border ehh. Also nice youve got a mill and lathe.. gamechanger. Thanks for the tour. Greetings from Wisconsin U.S.A
Great to see your layout. Just setting up my work area now and you haven me some ideas.
Just awesome Chuck. Love the stickers box!
Can confirm: Chuck is legit AF
Love this.. glad you shared! Looking forward to seeing your expansion, including the workshop reorganization! Keep that good content coming :]
Nice setup. I’m trying to get a shop set up. I have a 22x23ft garage. I insulated the walls and put up white steel siding. I just put in some outlets and lights. I need to get a heater now. It’s hard for me to come up with a setup I like. I do think the shelves above the benches is a great idea.
I’ve built several different layouts over the years. This didn’t happen overnight. It’s an ever evolving process.
Love it. Tidy workshop is the only way to go 👌
Fantastic shop!
Thanks for sharing.
great video, thanks for sharing! my kid wants to replicate that in our house ;)
Great use of space
Awesome shop
Very, very cool to see. Your knowledge and multiple skills revealed through your layout, tools, parts etc. I suspect bigger is not always better for a one person bike shop but it seems you could use more room for storage?
I need more room for disassembled parts & inventory. I’d also like a TIG, more room for bits & tooling & about 2’ wider. Otherwise this space is ideal for a one man shop.
Love this, thanks for sharing
My dad used to pump out tons of bikes in a shop/garage a little smaller than that. Lots of memories made. Great work can come out of little spaces! What are the dimensions of your space if you don’t mind me asking?
15x24.
Awesome how you used every nook and cranny efficiently
I was wondering what size and make and model lathe you have, I’m looking to get into lathe work as a hobbyist with my motorcycle work also as a hobby, found some on marketplace that look similar to yours, wondering what you use , thank you
Maybe that would make a cool video
My lathe is a Southbend. I’m not sure about the model. The important features to me are a 3’ bed (do I can fit fork tubes,) power feed both ways, 220 single phase and a quick change gearbox.
Thanks for the info I appreciate that keep up the great videos 👍🏼
Love the video, how did you bend the lip in the back of the bench to store cans?
I order it from a metal shop. A 4x8 sheet sheared in half & bent 1” up in the back & 1” down in the front.
Nice setup!
Nice shop! 👨🔧👍🏻🤘🏻
dream shop
Thank you for the inspiration! Looks like the ultimate dirt bike shop setup, love it. One question re the valve grinding kit; Is this something you think someone can do by themselves in their own shop, and get acceptable results? What is the name of your kit and what is the price? I have looked at the Neway cutters before, but this looked like stone grinding? I live in a country where there really isnt any shop that does valve seat cutting jobs on motorcycles, and I like the idea of being self sufficient. I have experience doing engine rebuilds, crank rebuilds, a bit of revalving and lots of service of suspension in the past.
Valve grinding is pretty technical & there is a fair bit to know. If you’ve rebuilt cranks with good results you have the technical aptitude to grind valve seats. The problem with the Neway cutter is that it’s almost impossible to get a concentric seat because you’re cranking the tool with your wrist. This Sioux kit is several thousand dollars but I bought part of it used.
@ChuckfromTrueTech Thank you. Yes, thats what I also have heard about the Neway. Guess I will be on the lookout for something used, and maybe start with a already ruined head for practice.
Excellent!
Super interesting!! Thanks for sharing. Where do you source your inventory of fasteners through?
They’re just a transient collection from years of wrenching. Sometimes I buy common fasteners on Amazon.
may i ask where do you usually use your lacquer thinner? do you use it to clean carbs?
Mostly to remove Sharpie, but it comes in handy for removing gasket silicone or paint when necessary.
What valve seat cutting tools do you use?
Sioux.
How many flywheel pullers do you have /need?
Do all the brands Ktm/Husky/Gas gas / Beta /then the Japanese bikes use bike specefic pullers ?
I’ve probably got 30 of them but there 2 that I use on 90% of engines.
Hi pal I'm going to be doing my own crank pressing what ton is your press and any advise would be appreciated
10 ton. I have a full video on how to do it.
Hi can you send me link for your crank press vid
💯💯💯🔥
Just awesome Chuck. Love the stickers box!