30+ Year HD Mechanic Is Leaving California and Going to Texas! Ram 5500 Service Truck Tour
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ค. 2024
- Come and watch this truck tour with Kurt. He has over 30+ year experience as a heavy duty mechanic. Find out what tricks he has learned over the years and what tools he recommends for other mechanics. Also come see why he is leaving California for Texas.
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⌚ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:52 Front Cab
1:29 Backseat and Tool Box
7:05 Lights and Beans
8:43 1st Driverside Cabinet
11:33 2nd Driver-side Cabinet
12:52 3rd Driver-side Cabinet
13:52 4th Driver-side Cabinet
16:04 Driver-side Overhead Cabinet
17:02 Air, Welder, Bumper
17:27 Truck Bed
19:32 Torch and Crane
19:52 Passenger-side 1st Cabinet
21:25 Passenger-side 2nd Cabinet
22:36 Passenger-side 3rd Cabinet
23:34 Passenger-side Overhead Cabinet
24:00 Advice You Would Give
24:32 Why You Stayed In California
25:01 Outro
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This guy would be a great teacher. You can tell. Old school tech keeping up with the times.
Was cheering in the couch when he mentioned wants to keep up with the direction things heading!
I was thinking the same thing. I’m 4 years into running my own truck. I’d love to have a guy like this around to bounce ideas off of a get advise from. Gotta learn from the old pros while we can.
was thinking the same thing
1 in a million for guys his age
I would love to hear a full blown Q and A with this fella. Anything from how to operate a business to basic mechanic tips for all us mechanics out here, that would be a real treat. The wealth of knowledge he has needs to be spread to us newer technicians. 👍
Second this. I want to see this guy work and have someone do a series with him
I’m with these guys. This guy can needs to share his knowledge.
100% need to hear some wise words from this fella
Protect this bloke at all costs. What a nice knowledgeable guy.
This yank was a winner since birth, great personality, you'll never see such great human beings very often in your lifetime, what a guy !!!
Reminds me if Hank Hill was a heavy mechanic. Wise and down to earth. All of my favourite instructors and supers were like this man. Everyone knows beans are the ultimate survival food for any situation. Great video.
Young guys need to take lessons from this guy. Very humble and knowledgeable. Great advice at the end too!
45 years as a diesel mechanic, now retired. Listen up those just starting out. Never more truer words ever spoken. Don’t make the customers problems your problems. Just do your job. Good luck on your new adventure sir.
How to nor damage the body over the long haul ? Any tips? And how to get keeping getting paid on time?
Can’t wait to see more of this guy! He seems like he knows a lot of old school and new school repair
TX is lucky to have guys like this move here.
If he votes correctly
this guy seems so down to earth I dont even know why tf I watch these , im not even a tech or anything but its cool to see what these guys use and how everyone has their tools setup differently to work effeciently.
This dude needs his own channel
I love old mechanics like this. I’d enjoy sitting down and talking to him for a few hours… he’s probably forgotten more than I know.
Leave the CA Politics in CA please. Welcome to Texas.
5 year diesel mechanic… I left California last year to move to Ohio best choice ever there are so many companies out here looking for mechanic they are practically just throwing money at you
Thank you Tekamohd for sharing the trades with us.
Kurt is the MAN!!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉 sign him up to a deal I think alot of people would enjoy seeing him on the channel again. PUT HIM IN COACH
Good luck with the move. We welcome good old fashion Americans that work hard, play hard and are true patriots.
Mind blowing this guy is from California. Had to be an implant. Good, hard working, down to earth, blue collar, gentlemen.
What a nice set up, always nice to see someone with years of experience figure out the most efficient ways to work.
I moved from California to Texas 8 years ago from a gm light duty diesel heavy line mechanic to heavy equipment mechanic its a big difference and more money in my pocket 🙌
Honestly man this guy seems really cool and would be a great boss
this guy seems like a genuine super nice person!! you guys need to go on some jobs with him like the others!!
Yes when you depend on your truck for mobile repairs fuel prices are very important. Nothing speaks higher then experience ;-) I love when he gets to an old favorite tool always a wondrous story's behind it ;-)
This guy reminds me of a Journeyman Chiller Mechanic I worked with for a few years. He just retired a couple years ago, he was 79 years old and still working 40 plus hours a week. I hope a guy like that has an apprentice or a younger kid to show some of those skills. Thanks for the Videos.
Welcome to Texas Kurt! I'm about 20 minutes from there, in Splendora. I picked up a new / used 48 aluminum ridgid last week for 150! Lots of bargains in this area. I'm considering working with Tekamo. If you need help with anything give me a holler. Good luck on the next chapter!
Hey, thanks Kasey, I would love to take you up on that buddy. I’m gonna definitely need help. I’m not familiar with the area and would appreciate help with any leads, best parts houses, and Texas BBQ Lol. I moved to California for the work years ago, but I’m from Ennis Texas.
@kurt4equip check out Springcreek for bbq. Papa's bbq is good too but not sure if they are in that part of town. Bbq is almost to expensive to afford 😅 I'm just getting my truck rolling hopefully it picks up quickly. Hope the same for you!
I really like this guy, he seems like a very humble and down to earth guy. Also, that was some very good advise about customers and their problems, I'll have to remember that.
God damn I'm glad there's still of you around sir
Your expertise will be greatly appreciated in Texas.
This guy wouldn't have all these tools and truck unfit if he wasn't serious about his ocupation,love it.
i have been doing mechanic work about as long as he has but i bet i could learn several things from him.
I moved from Laguna Nigel California where i was a Honda/Acura automotive mechanic since 1998 to West Texas Odessa/Midland about 5 years ago and got into heavy equipment mechanical. Texas for a blue collar worker is great.
I drive through there pretty regularly, and I have noticed how much it has grown. Looks really busy. I always wondered about the work over there.
Tours where the chrome is worn of the wrench are the best.
Texas don't worry he does not have ear rings.
I lived in West Texas, the prairie dug their holes 6 ft. above ground, the only thing that blocked the wind from Canada was a barbed wire fence in Amarillo, most beautiful sky's and good people.
Yup, this guy will fit in nicely here.
what a guy. Can we see him again? God bless and remember all things for Gods glory
This guy is a hero. Keep at it as long as you can.
Nice truck Thank you for showing the truck I love looking at what other seasoned techs use for tools I’m 54 I’ve been wrenching all my life.
What an awesome video! We sure look forward to having you in Texas, Kurt!
Thank y’all so very much
Great Video Buddy… Had a chance to work with him for a few months Great Person/Friend and Teacher I learned Soo much he know every little thing about John deers and Cats and Soo much more….He will Get the job done and do it right … love the video…your Buddy Josh.M
That was a really good tour with an awesome tech. Real down to earth and someone you can tell has a lot of knowledge and experience.
Welcome to Texas!
Awesome guy! I’m glad he was able to relocate his business to a state that values their citizens.
Serious organization to that man's truck. Bravo.
Enjoyed this video , enjoyed the time watching this guy show us his tools.
Welcome to the Republic Of Texas 🇲🇽🇺🇲🤘
Thanks and good luck to you sir!
This guy is a gem!
This guys a sweetheart what a good guy
Them the best beans out there!!
Great truck tour guys !
Metabo and cans of beans, this guy knows his stuff.
What a nice Guy, wish him all the Best!
Would love to see him on the job. A lot of knowledge and tricks of the trade can be learned from Kurt!!
Great video. Thanks
Good luck here in Texas! Conroe is a good area for a good mechanic. Please don't vote like they do in California or it will get worse for all of us. Just like in California you will need to protect your tools and truck from thieves because we have them here also.
12:08 Welcome to Texas!! Your expertise will be appreciated! God bless.
Humble guy. Liked it.
Good luck in Texas!
Did I miss a hammer drawer?
Watching from Ontario Canada 🎉
Great truck tour and a very knowledgeable man! Thanks for sharing this with us.
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@TekamoHD I think this is one of the top tours you have done. I hope he does some more episodes.
Great video that man is a national treasure
This man is great
Love the experience from a 30 year vet, but I would recommend not keeping stuff in cab if at all possible small metal objects in a bad wrench are bad enough a whole tool box would be the end .. i hate to be safety Steve here I still put stuff myself bc it’s the only space I have but if you do just lock it down the best your possibly can
Thanks again for the insight and for the tour can’t get enough of these
Spare clothes and spare canned food ain’t no way around it brother .. those who don’t know will at some point
I've been thinking about doing the same thing for years
Damn another Californian coming. But seems like a good guy. Conroe is 25 miles from me.
Your gonna miss California, right around June or July in Houston
Welcome to Texas dude.
We’re from the same place with the same idea just 40 years difference
very nice Truck ,,,
I’m days away from leaving Conroe, heading back to PA. Missed opportunity to learn something from this man.
Going to be a great video can tell already! Also I’ve wondering how that would be to move states how that transition would work.
A lot of knowledge in them hands.
We need him in Australia
I want to see more of this fella here.
i wanna see this guy on a job!
24:00 Man it was like he was speaking to me. Good advice. Hopefully it sinks in for me.
Oilfield supply has the big pipe wrenches. Old ones can be rebuilt but im sure ya know that.
Dude I’m out in Conroe welcome pal
Like this guy
I’m born and raise n Conroe Tx and moved out here to Cali worse thing I could’ve done best of luck out there my old company always needing heavy equipment mechanic…
Thanks for a great video. There’s nothing that beats experience. I always get alot out of other guys truck tours, I really got a lot out of yours. Got a couple of questions. I see you have a couple of Sealtool tools, a twister and a seal clasper. Have you had good luck with the clasper? Some barrel designs can make getting the resealed piston back in a real challenge. I’ve looked at that tool before but never pulled the trigger, the site seems a little sketchy. Sounds like the ESI relay buddy has worked well for you. I’ve been looking at that one too but most of the relays I run into are 24 volt. After hearing you had good luck with yours I checked their site and they’ve got a 12/24 kit now, #193. Going to get it, Thanks. I also liked the looks of that mag mount umbrella. I’m in the PNW so it’s raining anytime I’ve got a breakdown, it looks pretty good. Seems like it would be even better if it had a lever lock like a mag mount dial indicator to make it easier to take off. Thanks for taking the time to do the video, good luck to ya down in Texas!
Thanks for your comments. Those seal tools I bought from Hercules Seals out of Florida. they work great for me however, the seal collapser took me a little time to figure out all it’s tricks like trying to release it. Lol.
Good Luck, man! I'm guessing you are OK with culture shock. The pay rate in TX don't come close to what San Diego county offers. Plus, you'll be in TX. Who wants that? Stay safe. Good fixers have work anywhere.
Welcome to TX Conroe is a great city!
Great tour! Need an interview with @certifedwrenchpodcast
I have that 3/4 ratchet I paid a ton for off Matco truck it’s a real good one.
I’d love to watch a call out video with him in it
I'm sure he has a alot of experience and probably alot of cool stories....
Wow! What a great video! There is a lot of knowledge and experience, tips and tricks from Kurt in this video. I can't wait to see some videos of him on the job.
I believe if Ford ever put the Cummins and Allison in their trucks, GM and Ram would cease to exist!
I hope you're never involved in a collision. All of those tools are coming right at you. Stay safe and thanks for your time!
Who’s brand are your red boxes? I need a couple that size myself.
Hi my respect to this guy.i moved from the big city to a small town Bakersfield California houses are cheaper and big open land no traffic and plenty of work I like it here ..I been in Texas and don't like it there I had family moved there and then they came back to California the weather there is outrageous .bakersfield California is like country style farming living on country style is beutifull here plenty of work everyday .
Best of luck! Sadly pay for blue collar is trash in Texas. Play it smart and prepare for that.
I’ll be working all surrounding areas of Conroe within an hour or so. Currently looking for new customers and new opportunities.
Commenting on the video for the algorithm
Hey coming to my area welcome bud
Hey thanks sure appreciate it.
Where you going to work in Conroe? If he said it I missed it.
i want more videos of
Mr. Ole School
Is curt accepting applications at the moment?
How did tekemo get to ca from Canada ???
Great advise at the end. Also, I broke the base of my Wilton C2 and can get a replacememt base for aroumd $200
Good to know. Appreciate it
take that truck to southwest truck rigging for a pto. its a good shop
bought the biggest wrench extender mueller had and it was not big enough for my wrenches need one that does 63.5mm or 2.5inch wrenches or tell VIMtools to hurry up the new prototype im working on 1250 ton presses that make bolts for the largest mines stadiums and bridges
Im in the same boat. Went with the tubular handle wrenches. Snap On part number
XH1100 for straight
X420 for offset
They dont break like combo wrenches and take up less space on the truck.
Be careful down here in Texas. The roads have a tendency to knock off exhaust systems on diesels.😂
Would love to know if something like our portable torch machines has a place on a heavy repair truck like this. I saw the torch, and I’m curious how much you use it for repairs.
Shoot us over an email with some info on it media@tekamohd.com