Your point about having multiple places where stuff winds up is exactly the root of my disorganization: basement, pole shed, back of the truck, garage, my sons truck, at a job site..... etc. I’m in process-at 56!- of finally consolidating all into one space.
Ahh an "organize your shop video". I watch every second of these. The last time WranglerStar did one of these, I organized my shop and felt like a rich man from all the tools I found, and now had organized. Then my amazon bill came and the rich feeling faded some,lol, but i still love having an organized shop. it is great!!
We are of like minds on this. I have a pecan orchard 250 miles from my home. I use an enclosed trailer we lovingly call the mobile shed. So some things are duplicated. I ve divyed up stuff into classes and put them into totes and have come across some of the containers that retailers receive merchandise to use as well. They've worked out well. I like the small JobBox idea. Thanks SD IN GA
I knew wranglerstar would be able to help me organize. I searched for organizing the shed and scrolled until I saw his video. 5th one down. Keep crushing wranglerstar.
I really enjoyed this. Some really good ideas. About 10 years the guy I was working with bought his 1st new big tool box, and he ask me where I do I put everything. I Told put the stuff you use every day in the top drawers, and do not worry you will redo it a few times before everything finds a home.
For me it is running for what I overlooked and must have. Seems that it takes 30 minutes to put things back and the time fetching would be scary to know. LOL
I see the box of ratchet straps and can't help but think of the way my grandfather organized his. Each strap went in an old sock, they never got tangled. Plus in a winter emergency you had spare socks in the truck tool box. I've had to grab sock for the kids to use as mittens after theirs got soaked- thanks mr. wranglerstar
As a GC of over 30 years, I respectfully submit my one, VERY STRONG suggestion: fabricate a dolly, like a 4-wheeled furniture dolly, that your JoBox can be dropped onto when you bring it to the shop on the forks of the YanMar. Personally, I make mine with a raised frame around 3/4" plywood. The feet of the JoBox fit almost snugly inside that frame. The moment it's off the forks, I can roll that bad boy easily all over my shop, to load or unload. And I don't use that dolly for anything else! Kudos on your determination to get and stay organized!
Cody... might I suggest that you don't put any cutting tools of any kind above head height just in case you or someone else pulls one off accidentally when removing another... could cause a bad accident and/or injury... hope this helps.
I came here to say that. Especially if one tool accidentally is put on another. That won't be easy to see from down below and it can lead to something awful happening.
The only thing that is organized in my workshop right now is a Craftsman tool chest that I got from my grandpa's shop. He labelled it and I've kept it organized... for the most part.
I have a few main points for garages/shops that help alot: 1. Everything on wheels. Then I can quickly move anything to a work area or empty the whole building quickly to clean the floors, etc. 2. Make things modular. Then one rolling workbench will attach to others to make different sized benches, etc. 3. Organize wisely. Such as your commonly used tools shelf. Good idea. There are many components to organizing, even down to using retractable spools for power cords , air and water hoses, etc.
The bucket buddy works great. I have one for general mechanical and electrical, and one for plumbing/irrigation jobs. It’s great to grab and go with a core set of tools for those functions. I’m still perfecting the shop. The “stuff” seems to multiply.
My dad's workbench has been a nightmare for ages, it was so bad that it was easier for my father and I to build another one just so I could put my own tools and equipment on. Hopefully we with the help of this video my dad and I can finally organize his workbench and work on some projects that he has put off because of the mess. Thanks Wranglerstar.
I sort of do the same thing where I've got one shed split into two. The larger part is for woodworking and the other side is for everything else - bulk storage, metalwork and welding, chainsaws, gardening stuff, sprayers etc. I normally chuck all my fencing gear in a bucket as it's easy. But I like the idea of the bucket buddy - makes it easy to find your fencing pliers, twitchers etc. I try and keep all the similar stuff together, but doesn't always happen that way! Sometimes you just need a big clean up and reorg every couple of years.
I have two 1.5 gallon gas cans that I wrapped duck tape around, through the handle and around, these cans are dedicated to gas/oil mix. Always put the oil in the can before filling. This is what works for me. Thanks again for all the great videos.
I like to set up my buckets or tool boxes for jobs I frequently do for example, I have a framing bucket, electrical bucket, plumbing bucket, finish box, etc.
Cindy Thomas I’m setting up my garage so that my wife and son can find stuff easily... the everyday stuff is gonna be set up where they can find it easily.. screwdrivers, wd40, utility knife, tape, flashlight, measuring tape, etc... The paint rollers, chainsaw oil, stone chisels, etc... they go elsewhere. Oh yah, and I’m going to keep my cordless drill and such powered up.. it’s frustrating for her and me to grab a drill and find that it’s 99% dead! Happy wife, happy life!, ya know!
Cody thank for your thoughts on organization. The way that I see it one can never be done organizing. I certainly need help as we i am sure all do. For me like you say making a full self contained stand alone kits has been a big help. Also bunching tools into function in the central storage like screw driver/pry bars--clamps/ locking pliers-- pliers --cutting tools/chisles-utility knives- wire cutters--sockets--drill related. By watching i just found one thing----that is making a dedicated ratchet tie down container insteasd of a multi layered super market bag. It is sure a good thing that one can not actually drown from disorganization LOL. You are always a source of inspiration.
watching these videos reminds me of my child days at my grandparents homestead, I had the funniest times there, and watching these videos really brought me back to those days, thank you so much
A lot of good ideas. My shop changes about every three to four years. I have been in this shop for about 40 years so that is a lot of changing. Hope Jack is feeling better.
I found labeling my drawers by 'a1/a2/a3 - b1/b2/b3/-c1 etc etc' that way even a person who has never been in my shop can automatically know where to look. Great thing to have set up
It never hurts to go crazy with a label maker. I really like to have things organised, but am also terrible at putting things back where they belong. I have found both at work and at home that if I add a small label to each slot on a shelf then nothing else will be put there. Especially when working with a team of people. It prevents the "dumping ground" effect that happens over time. I would go as far as to label each hook for the spare chains and saw bars.....
Please make a full tour of the shops, I would love a video and I wouldn't mind a 2 hour long video full of details, and I love the story's you tell , great videos , keep em coming
Maybe a fire proof/flammables cabinet? I know this stuff is constantly being used and it might be a hassle to have to open/close a cabinet every time, but Cody just made a video about improving the fire safety around the shed, seem's a little foolish not to have at least some measure to protect those high energy fuel sources (right next to a wooden exterior door as well?).
I recently dealt with a classic truck igniting...was cleaning the shop at the time and couldn't find my larger extinguisher. After a huge uninsured loss....uninsured truck meant my homeowners wouldn't cover a thing...I can tell you I have a whole different respect for fire loss and prevention. Fire blankets in each vehicle, small extinguishers in vehicles, big extinguishers in shop, 1 co2.
Love the "House Divided" analogy related to multiple buildings as shops. I have two house, one in two different states, due to location of children and grandchildren. I often find myself wondering where my saw is, or a specific hammer, and then remember it's at the other house. Stocking two full shops (table saw, drill press, band saw, hand tools) is a challenge. When I find a new tool I need (want?), I always buy one and try it out, then buy another for the other house. Organization is key; unfortunately both are setup completely different. Thanks for the "live with it for a while before bolting things down" thoughts.
Thank you so much for acknowledging that we have different needs in our shops than YOU do! For example, I live in Florida, diagonally across the continental United States from you! THAT, plus the difference in our ages, our interests, and (probably, many other factors) hold my attention when perhaps others have “moved on”!
Just blow Jacks inheritance on two of everything. The upside is when you are dead and gone your grand son can show his youtube channel all your stuff and never be left wanting content. "This here is grandpaws pliers. In the next episode we'll look at his other pair of identical pliers that he painted green so he knew they were the wood shop ones and not the metal shop ones. It's sure to be a real humdinger."
My general preference is task oriented organization, try and put things together that get used together. Make small common task kit/bags. My other favorite thing is wall hung tools for if you need to quickly grab sockets, screw drivers, etc, grab and bag or carry over to the work area. I would say that you have enough tie downs and straps that you should be able to put them into truck/tractor storage boxes on the vehicle, so they take up less shop space. You've got all of the right gear and enough of it. I think you just need to start consistently keeping it in and with associated working implements. You'll know that you have your organization down when it feels right, which is usually when you stop feeling the pain of looking for things.
I use to go batty looking for things on shelves all piled up in front of other things. Especially on the top shelf that was impossible to see things laying down. I got smart and found ways to hang tools on pins, french cleats, designated shelves, etc.... And never below knee level, which allowed me to sweep or blow the floor all the way back to the wall. :)
theres only 1 rule when it comes to keeping a workshop tidy and clean is, when ever you use something put it back were it stays and always clean up after yourself.
this is an area in my life that God is convicting me in. We home school as well, and really needing to get better at this. my kids watch my every move. thanks.
I have lots of the same stuff and I really like those canvas bags from Klein for small stuff like misc drill bits, nuts and bolts etc and I use LL Bean boat and tote bags for straps and tie down stuff etc. Not sure about anyone else but I keep my fuel off the concrete floor because I am worried about condensation.
For knowing what gas is in the can me and dad have a system we just write it on the can and allways use the same can for the same stuff. cleen=is clean gas 2%=gas oil mix diesel=diesel idk why you havent done it that way its so easy you cant get it wrong.
To each his own but I found that you can organize your tools by sizes and types in about an hour if you put them in a pegboard, then shelves for the bigger tools and maybe a toolbox (with wheels) for stuff you need to move around and use on a regular basis, a small portable toolbox with basic tools for quick jobs and it really doesn't have to be overly complicated. I just moved to a new property and have to unpack all my tools (9 big containers for the small tools, 6 to 8 big tools, and multiple clamps and assorted big things. I approach it this way: tools that a mechanic would use go in one side of the shop, the other tools used for woodworking are on the opposite side and I leave room for other tools and new tools as I acquire them. I find that if you overthink it it will be more difficult to find what you need, plus pegboards can always be changed to fit your needs.
Grandpa always had a do all tool box that would fix anything. It was beat up but the tool box always had anything we needed. Amazing how the old timers know exactly what we will need.
Lol I love it cody. "This main shelf is just for the stuff I use all the time, nothing is just stored here" 10 minutes later "I leave the drip torch here cause It looks cool" XD gotta love the little things
And for all the bashing of metric, he referenced his metric tools a number of times. It also seems he has a jihad going against ethanol fuel. If it is not one thing it is another,
Hey Cody, you probably already know this but i'll give it a shot, I use a sharpie on my gas cans to identify which is which and i'll even mark the ratios for future reference, just a little tricks I use that might serve someone here ;)
Just watching this today. For fuel cans I use luggage tags marked with fuel type on the carry handles. That way if fuel type changes, e.g. 91, 95 or 98 octane (Australia) or 2 stroke (50:1 or 25:1) I put the right label on the right fuel. Same for diesel. If I was to mark on the container then I can't change it easily. Also a point I'm looking to do is move fuel to its own storage area. We live in a bushfire area, I'd hate to lose sheds etc if fuel load contributed to it in afire. Same for our LPG bottles,we move them from the house on Catastrophic fire days. Actually feels good to be organised. Also marked on machines which fuel type goes in the tank. I train students in horticulture and arboriculture and have learnt assume nothing, share knowledge and take time to explain, same goes for home.
Not saying you are doing it wrong, but maybe someday you might figure it be nice to have all fuels in their own self-contained shed, so that if anything ever goes wrong for some weird reason, it's just the fuel-shed that burns down. Saw this done by MainePrepper some time ago, and it made sense to me; seeing you have all sorts of fuel around all sort of stuff, maybe it's an concept that could work for you too.
This is one of those topics that has a host of approaches, most will work. I will add somethings to consider, that revolve around safety. The shelf you have looks great if your tall. Heavy items should be low. Items on your top shelf can get entangled. The one tool you pull, may bring other tools along (possibly on top of your head). Thinking of the Mrs W and Jack. Thanks for sharing. :-)
All of my tables, shelving units, etc are on casters. I move all of these things around the project then move them out of the way when not in use. Opens up floor area for the next project. Makes life easier.
I bet that Mrs W would argue with you about being able to carry the 5gallon cans... but I get your point, I do the same, I even take it a step further, I have a 14 gallon with a pump/nozzle that only gets used in the truck/to transfer if I'm going to need more (for running a generator or something in a storm...), then a few 5 gallons for stuff that only I'm going to use (Kero which I only use in the parts washer, diesel which only goes in my truck and someone else has only driven it once, used oil...) and then I have a bunch of 2.5 and 1.25 gallon smaller ones with gas for the mowers, premix for the chainsaws and weedwhackers... distinct different shapes and colors depending on what they are. I'm hoping that this will work with the kids when they're old enough, but at 5 right now they will fight over who gets to help move the 5 gallon used oil when I'm using it or getting rid of it and otherwise they might bring me a 1.25 when I'm working on something.
Cory - Hope that this question isn't too much off track - regarding chains vs straps. What criteria is used to determine if you use chain or straps - or a combination of both. Thanks in advance.
Just built a new shop. I've been organizing and building shelves etc. I've found so many tools I didn't even know I had. Project times have been reduced by hours not having to search for tools.
Always good to see another guy'sshop set up, may not be all useful to my exact situation, but the general ideas and pricicples certainly are of use. Looking foreward to part two. Cheers!
Good advice (as always), I've been trying to reorganize the shop for a year now. Like you said, the plan changes and adapts according to the way the workflow dictates.
I,ve been trying to organise my tools for forty five years plus, and now I know this; That the next tool or fastening you need is somewhere else.... that the further away from your base you are the more things you have forgotten...you have left the job keys on the workbench. good luck !
The 40:1 or less mix won't hurt your lawnmower or even make it smoke, plus you get the benefit of a little oiling and the fuel preservative in the 2 cycle mix too.....IMO
Have you done a video on do all kit? I’m welder by trade, but bought my first house last year trying to figure out tools. And doing bag or box for what I need. ( what’s needed for plumbing, what’s needed for electrical, and wood working) thanks in advance!
Just my opinion, i wouldnt put saws on the top shelf. Or anything heavy or sharp, if you go to grab it and it slips for whatever reason, you dont want something sharp/ heavy to fall on your face. I would put the sharpening set, funnels, that type stuff on the top. Stuff that wont really hurt if falls on you or jack when reaching for it. Again, just my opinion
I have a similar problem I have to big tool boxes a a work bench with a cabinet I try to keep the wood working in one box and mechanics tool in the other but some of the tools that cross over are never where I need them. The tool bags are usually where they are because I filled the bag for the last thing I was working on
I bought the biggest tool bag that snap on sells and it holds all my tools for working at my racetrack for anything I might ever need it's crazy I have never not had a tool that I need
not sure i like the naked hand saws and stuff to be on the top shelf. can already see jack or someone else trying to grab 1 and by accident pull another down upon him because you cant visually see what they clip into. anyway, love the little story that come with some of your older tools.
Totally agree with working in a shop before you "settle" on where items should go. I just organized my shop after 4 years of living here. It literally took that long to determine what went where.
Have you seen the trailer for only the brave yet? If not you should definitely go and watch it. I figured any movie about wildland firefighters would probably garner your interest, even if I am not sure how good it will be.
At first i was skeptical of your channel for the many ideological differences we have, but man i gotta say your enthusiasm and sheer love for what you do is magnetic, you have an incredible charisma, and that surpasses any ideological difference there might be. great job, keep up with the good work, looking forward to it!
hey @wranglerstar, I am kind of surprised that you haven't updated your web store recently. I went there looking for the combo fuel can that you mentioned in the video, and didn't find it. I am aware that I can go on amazon and find it, but thought it would likely be in there.
Nice work Cody it's looking good just a thought of mine what about making a small shelf so you can hang all of your wooden handle tools up by their heads so it's easy to see where the large axes is and which 1 is a hoe etc etc so you don't have to sort through the box looking for the tool you want.
you should keep that ball hitch in your truck where you will need it; good idea on the axes in milk crate- I must do that with my axes; I always mark my containers of mixed gas and those containers are dedicated to mixed fuel only- no mix ups; another good video
This is definitely a good video I should pay attention to. I am so unorganized. I have a 5 car enclosed pole barn garage. Stuff is everywhere. I look forward to the day when it all makes sense. Thanks for your thoughts
Mr. Wranglerstar I couldnt help but notice the adventure van in the background. Any updates on that bad boy, yall still use it? How do you have it set up currently if so? Love the videos!
I like how organized everything is. For some reason all the older men in my family don't have any organization, everything is all over and they can never find the tools or supplies they need
A tool cart is a danged handy thing in a shop. Make it pretty tall. Mount it on big rubber tires that roll over cords and crusty stuff on the floor. Put all the very commonly used tools on the cart. And don't hide too many in drawers on the cart. Move the cart closer to what you're working on, to save steps walked per job. Heck, have a few carts. Welder cart.... Hand tools cart......Carpentry cart( all those clamps)....
Well, guess its a good thing I havent gotten to the tool area in the barn yet! Was trying to get shelves up for nails and screw containers, but now thinking of moving it to a different place. HMMMM
Being retired for several years, I fight a constant battle with organization of my (now) limited shop space! Thanks for all the great ideas!
@ 3:25 - EXACTLY!!! Totally agree. You gotta be there for a little while to get a feel for the flow.
Your point about having multiple places where stuff winds up is exactly the root of my disorganization: basement, pole shed, back of the truck, garage, my sons truck, at a job site..... etc. I’m in process-at 56!- of finally consolidating all into one space.
Ahh an "organize your shop video". I watch every second of these. The last time WranglerStar did one of these, I organized my shop and felt like a rich man from all the tools I found, and now had organized. Then my amazon bill came and the rich feeling faded some,lol, but i still love having an organized shop. it is great!!
We are of like minds on this. I have a pecan orchard 250 miles from my home. I use an enclosed trailer we lovingly call the mobile shed. So some things are duplicated. I ve divyed up stuff into classes and put them into totes and have come across some of the containers that retailers receive merchandise to use as well. They've worked out well.
I like the small JobBox idea.
Thanks
SD IN GA
I am thinking about making a portable tool shed to place on my 16' trailer. I also have a converted horse trailer as a work trailer.
I knew wranglerstar would be able to help me organize. I searched for organizing the shed and scrolled until I saw his video. 5th one down. Keep crushing wranglerstar.
I really enjoyed this. Some really good ideas. About 10 years the guy I was working with bought his 1st new big tool box, and he ask me where I do I put everything. I Told put the stuff you use every day in the top drawers, and do not worry you will redo it a few times before everything finds a home.
FOR EVERY 20 MINUTES OF WORK I DO I SPEND 30 MINUTES LOOKING FOR THE TOOL I NEED
and an hour at home depot buying it again when I give up looking for it.
For me it is running for what I overlooked and must have. Seems that it takes 30 minutes to put things back and the time fetching would be scary to know. LOL
And then the tool is damaged or rusty etc. Or the battery is flat.
I thought that was just me 🦧
Been there done that.... now wheres that washer and that dang 12mm socket......
I see the box of ratchet straps and can't help but think of the way my grandfather organized his. Each strap went in an old sock, they never got tangled. Plus in a winter emergency you had spare socks in the truck tool box. I've had to grab sock for the kids to use as mittens after theirs got soaked- thanks mr. wranglerstar
I organise all my computer cables into snap lock / zip lock bags for basically the same reason.
Old timers didn't clutter anything cost to much to hard to get, whatever. My grandfather born 1908 and 1 tough man's man
I was taught from an early age to put things back where I found them. Every tool has a place.
Mr. Krabs you're also a crab that is stingy with his money 🖕🏽
Every tool has a deep hidden box to keep it in. Ideally padlocked with a lost key.
Lol never needed to put it back when i was young as i always remembered where it was. Now? Put it back immediately before i forget
Yes and you get banned from using the tools if you don’t
As a GC of over 30 years, I respectfully submit my one, VERY STRONG suggestion: fabricate a dolly, like a 4-wheeled furniture dolly, that your JoBox can be dropped onto when you bring it to the shop on the forks of the YanMar. Personally, I make mine with a raised frame around 3/4" plywood. The feet of the JoBox fit almost snugly inside that frame.
The moment it's off the forks, I can roll that bad boy easily all over my shop, to load or unload. And I don't use that dolly for anything else!
Kudos on your determination to get and stay organized!
Mark Hazlett Turn the job box into a rolling cart. I like it!
Cody... might I suggest that you don't put any cutting tools of any kind above head height just in case you or someone else pulls one off accidentally when removing another... could cause a bad accident and/or injury... hope this helps.
I was thinking that Mrs W would probably like to be able to reach them more easily 😀
I came here to say that. Especially if one tool accidentally is put on another. That won't be easy to see from down below and it can lead to something awful happening.
There's nothing like grandpas old tools and funnels. 👍🏼 I've got a few of my grandfathers old tools.
The only thing that is organized in my workshop right now is a Craftsman tool chest that I got from my grandpa's shop. He labelled it and I've kept it organized... for the most part.
Funnels. You can never have too many of them.
I have a few main points for garages/shops that help alot:
1. Everything on wheels. Then I can quickly move anything to a work area or empty the whole building quickly to clean the floors, etc.
2. Make things modular. Then one rolling workbench will attach to others to make different sized benches, etc.
3. Organize wisely. Such as your commonly used tools shelf. Good idea. There are many components to organizing, even down to using retractable spools for power cords , air and water hoses, etc.
The bucket buddy works great. I have one for general mechanical and electrical, and one for plumbing/irrigation jobs. It’s great to grab and go with a core set of tools for those functions. I’m still perfecting the shop. The “stuff” seems to multiply.
My dad's workbench has been a nightmare for ages, it was so bad that it was easier for my father and I to build another one just so I could put my own tools and equipment on. Hopefully we with the help of this video my dad and I can finally organize his workbench and work on some projects that he has put off because of the mess. Thanks Wranglerstar.
I sort of do the same thing where I've got one shed split into two. The larger part is for woodworking and the other side is for everything else - bulk storage, metalwork and welding, chainsaws, gardening stuff, sprayers etc. I normally chuck all my fencing gear in a bucket as it's easy. But I like the idea of the bucket buddy - makes it easy to find your fencing pliers, twitchers etc. I try and keep all the similar stuff together, but doesn't always happen that way! Sometimes you just need a big clean up and reorg every couple of years.
I have two 1.5 gallon gas cans that I wrapped duck tape around, through the handle and around, these cans are dedicated to gas/oil mix. Always put the oil in the can before filling. This is what works for me. Thanks again for all the great videos.
You would not believe how happy I was when you said it was going to be a two part video. I love videos about the shop.
I like to set up my buckets or tool boxes for jobs I frequently do for example, I have a framing bucket, electrical bucket, plumbing bucket, finish box, etc.
I love the way to talk about you're wife. So sweet and caring to make things easy for her. Mrs. W. I love that! You are cool. Lol
Cindy Thomas I’m setting up my garage so that my wife and son can find stuff easily... the everyday stuff is gonna be set up where they can find it easily.. screwdrivers, wd40, utility knife, tape, flashlight, measuring tape, etc...
The paint rollers, chainsaw oil, stone chisels, etc... they go elsewhere.
Oh yah, and I’m going to keep my cordless drill and such powered up.. it’s frustrating for her and me to grab a drill and find that it’s 99% dead!
Happy wife, happy life!, ya know!
i wish i lived in a place you do but i have this nasty self-induced disease called laziness
qzetu that would take effort
Cody thank for your thoughts on organization. The way that I see it one can never be done organizing. I certainly need help as we i am sure all do. For me like you say making a full self contained stand alone kits has been a big help. Also bunching tools into function in the central storage like screw driver/pry bars--clamps/ locking pliers-- pliers --cutting tools/chisles-utility knives- wire cutters--sockets--drill related. By watching i just found one thing----that is making a dedicated ratchet tie down container insteasd of a multi layered super market bag. It is sure a good thing that one can not actually drown from disorganization LOL. You are always a source of inspiration.
watching these videos reminds me of my child days at my grandparents homestead, I had the funniest times there, and watching these videos really brought me back to those days, thank you so much
recently bought a house in the english countryside and your videos have been a life-saver, Thanks. Keep it up.
A lot of good ideas. My shop changes about every three to four years. I have been in this shop for about 40 years so that is a lot of changing. Hope Jack is feeling better.
I found labeling my drawers by 'a1/a2/a3 - b1/b2/b3/-c1 etc etc' that way even a person who has never been in my shop can automatically know where to look. Great thing to have set up
It never hurts to go crazy with a label maker. I really like to have things organised, but am also terrible at putting things back where they belong.
I have found both at work and at home that if I add a small label to each slot on a shelf then nothing else will be put there. Especially when working with a team of people. It prevents the "dumping ground" effect that happens over time.
I would go as far as to label each hook for the spare chains and saw bars.....
I hate organizing but love being organized :-)
Hey there!
+Kody Amos this is what I'm all about. Wish I could organize people professionally.
I'll pay you ;-)
Please make a full tour of the shops, I would love a video and I wouldn't mind a 2 hour long video full of details, and I love the story's you tell , great videos , keep em coming
14:40 are there any extinguisher or sand buckets nearby at your POL storage location because fire is a clear and present danger
Maybe a fire proof/flammables cabinet? I know this stuff is constantly being used and it might be a hassle to have to open/close a cabinet every time, but Cody just made a video about improving the fire safety around the shed, seem's a little foolish not to have at least some measure to protect those high energy fuel sources (right next to a wooden exterior door as well?).
I recently dealt with a classic truck igniting...was cleaning the shop at the time and couldn't find my larger extinguisher. After a huge uninsured loss....uninsured truck meant my homeowners wouldn't cover a thing...I can tell you I have a whole different respect for fire loss and prevention. Fire blankets in each vehicle, small extinguishers in vehicles, big extinguishers in shop, 1 co2.
Love the "House Divided" analogy related to multiple buildings as shops. I have two house, one in two different states, due to location of children and grandchildren. I often find myself wondering where my saw is, or a specific hammer, and then remember it's at the other house. Stocking two full shops (table saw, drill press, band saw, hand tools) is a challenge. When I find a new tool I need (want?), I always buy one and try it out, then buy another for the other house. Organization is key; unfortunately both are setup completely different. Thanks for the "live with it for a while before bolting things down" thoughts.
Thank you so much for acknowledging that we have different needs in our shops than YOU do! For example, I live in Florida, diagonally across the continental United States from you! THAT, plus the difference in our ages, our interests, and (probably, many other factors) hold my attention when perhaps others have “moved on”!
When I worked at a small engine shop we used Opti-2 2 cycle oil mix. It works in all engines so it saved from having a mix up on the oil.
Just blow Jacks inheritance on two of everything. The upside is when you are dead and gone your grand son can show his youtube channel all your stuff and never be left wanting content.
"This here is grandpaws pliers. In the next episode we'll look at his other pair of identical pliers that he painted green so he knew they were the wood shop ones and not the metal shop ones. It's sure to be a real humdinger."
My general preference is task oriented organization, try and put things together that get used together. Make small common task kit/bags. My other favorite thing is wall hung tools for if you need to quickly grab sockets, screw drivers, etc, grab and bag or carry over to the work area. I would say that you have enough tie downs and straps that you should be able to put them into truck/tractor storage boxes on the vehicle, so they take up less shop space.
You've got all of the right gear and enough of it. I think you just need to start consistently keeping it in and with associated working implements.
You'll know that you have your organization down when it feels right, which is usually when you stop feeling the pain of looking for things.
I use to go batty looking for things on shelves all piled up in front of other things. Especially on the top shelf that was impossible to see things laying down. I got smart and found ways to hang tools on pins, french cleats, designated shelves, etc....
And never below knee level, which allowed me to sweep or blow the floor all the way back to the wall. :)
theres only 1 rule when it comes to keeping a workshop tidy and clean is, when ever you use something put it back were it stays and always clean up after yourself.
this is an area in my life that God is convicting me in. We home school as well, and really needing to get better at this. my kids watch my every move. thanks.
I have lots of the same stuff and I really like those canvas bags from Klein for small stuff like misc drill bits, nuts and bolts etc and I use LL Bean boat and tote bags for straps and tie down stuff etc. Not sure about anyone else but I keep my fuel off the concrete floor because I am worried about condensation.
mark on the gas cans reg , mix.
Two way radios are great for communicating across the property !!
For knowing what gas is in the can me and dad have a system we just write it on the can and allways use the same can for the same stuff.
cleen=is clean gas
2%=gas oil mix
diesel=diesel
idk why you havent done it that way its so easy you cant get it wrong.
To each his own but I found that you can organize your tools by sizes and types in about an hour if you put them in a pegboard, then shelves for the bigger tools and maybe a toolbox (with wheels) for stuff you need to move around and use on a regular basis, a small portable toolbox with basic tools for quick jobs and it really doesn't have to be overly complicated. I just moved to a new property and have to unpack all my tools (9 big containers for the small tools, 6 to 8 big tools, and multiple clamps and assorted big things. I approach it this way: tools that a mechanic would use go in one side of the shop, the other tools used for woodworking are on the opposite side and I leave room for other tools and new tools as I acquire them. I find that if you overthink it it will be more difficult to find what you need, plus pegboards can always be changed to fit your needs.
Grandpa always had a do all tool box that would fix anything. It was beat up but the tool box always had anything we needed. Amazing how the old timers know exactly what we will need.
Lol I love it cody. "This main shelf is just for the stuff I use all the time, nothing is just stored here" 10 minutes later "I leave the drip torch here cause It looks cool" XD gotta love the little things
And for all the bashing of metric, he referenced his metric tools a number of times. It also seems he has a jihad going against ethanol fuel. If it is not one thing it is another,
Hey Cody, you probably already know this but i'll give it a shot, I use a sharpie on my gas cans to identify which is which and i'll even mark the ratios for future reference, just a little tricks I use that might serve someone here ;)
Just watching this today. For fuel cans I use luggage tags marked with fuel type on the carry handles. That way if fuel type changes, e.g. 91, 95 or 98 octane (Australia) or 2 stroke (50:1 or 25:1) I put the right label on the right fuel. Same for diesel.
If I was to mark on the container then I can't change it easily.
Also a point I'm looking to do is move fuel to its own storage area. We live in a bushfire area, I'd hate to lose sheds etc if fuel load contributed to it in afire. Same for our LPG bottles,we move them from the house on Catastrophic fire days.
Actually feels good to be organised.
Also marked on machines which fuel type goes in the tank. I train students in horticulture and arboriculture and have learnt assume nothing, share knowledge and take time to explain, same goes for home.
Not saying you are doing it wrong, but maybe someday you might figure it be nice to have all fuels in their own self-contained shed, so that if anything ever goes wrong for some weird reason, it's just the fuel-shed that burns down. Saw this done by MainePrepper some time ago, and it made sense to me; seeing you have all sorts of fuel around all sort of stuff, maybe it's an concept that could work for you too.
Your sage and thoughtful advice is invaluable. Thank you!
So glad to see you rocking the ichiban. I literally carry mine with me in my pickup everywhere I go!!!
This is one of those topics that has a host of approaches, most will work. I will add somethings to consider, that revolve around safety. The shelf you have looks great if your tall. Heavy items should be low. Items on your top shelf can get entangled. The one tool you pull, may bring other tools along (possibly on top of your head). Thinking of the Mrs W and Jack. Thanks for sharing. :-)
All of my tables, shelving units, etc are on casters. I move all of these things around the project then move them out of the way when not in use. Opens up floor area for the next project. Makes life easier.
Have you got a new back window for the tractor
I agree, multiple sets of common tools, stored where you use them, is such a huge Time Saver. ie tool belt items. thanks.
I bet that Mrs W would argue with you about being able to carry the 5gallon cans... but I get your point, I do the same, I even take it a step further, I have a 14 gallon with a pump/nozzle that only gets used in the truck/to transfer if I'm going to need more (for running a generator or something in a storm...), then a few 5 gallons for stuff that only I'm going to use (Kero which I only use in the parts washer, diesel which only goes in my truck and someone else has only driven it once, used oil...) and then I have a bunch of 2.5 and 1.25 gallon smaller ones with gas for the mowers, premix for the chainsaws and weedwhackers... distinct different shapes and colors depending on what they are.
I'm hoping that this will work with the kids when they're old enough, but at 5 right now they will fight over who gets to help move the 5 gallon used oil when I'm using it or getting rid of it and otherwise they might bring me a 1.25 when I'm working on something.
Cory - Hope that this question isn't too much off track - regarding chains vs straps. What criteria is used to determine if you use chain or straps - or a combination of both. Thanks in advance.
Just built a new shop. I've been organizing and building shelves etc. I've found so many tools I didn't even know I had. Project times have been reduced by hours not having to search for tools.
Always good to see another guy'sshop set up, may not be all useful to my exact situation, but the general ideas and pricicples certainly are of use. Looking foreward to part two.
Cheers!
This is one of the best channels on youtube. Keep up the good work, best of wishes for you and your family!
Oh, I miss tools. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Good advice (as always), I've been trying to reorganize the shop for a year now. Like you said, the plan changes and adapts according to the way the workflow dictates.
I,ve been trying to organise my tools for forty five years plus, and now I know this; That the next tool or fastening you need is somewhere else.... that the further away from your base you are the more things you have forgotten...you have left the job keys on the workbench. good luck !
Love watching each of your videos, Cody!
Do you ever plan on restoring the stone sharpening wheel? Would be cool to see.
Thank you! I have never been organised, but i recently felt the need to be.
hope Jack is feeling better. nice video and tour and use of time.
The 40:1 or less mix won't hurt your lawnmower or even make it smoke, plus you get the benefit of a little oiling and the fuel preservative in the 2 cycle mix too.....IMO
Have you done a video on do all kit? I’m welder by trade, but bought my first house last year trying to figure out tools. And doing bag or box for what I need. ( what’s needed for plumbing, what’s needed for electrical, and wood working) thanks in advance!
Just my opinion, i wouldnt put saws on the top shelf. Or anything heavy or sharp, if you go to grab it and it slips for whatever reason, you dont want something sharp/ heavy to fall on your face. I would put the sharpening set, funnels, that type stuff on the top. Stuff that wont really hurt if falls on you or jack when reaching for it. Again, just my opinion
I have a similar problem I have to big tool boxes a a work bench with a cabinet I try to keep the wood working in one box and mechanics tool in the other but some of the tools that cross over are never where I need them. The tool bags are usually where they are because I filled the bag for the last thing I was working on
I have a small shed off to the side of my barn for flammables such as gas and oils fuels
I bought the biggest tool bag that snap on sells and it holds all my tools for working at my racetrack for anything I might ever need it's crazy I have never not had a tool that I need
Cody,Wondering do you? and how do you heat the pole barn. During the winter months?
Organization is one key for success in a shop.
im in the boat and as your life changes so does your needs. i have tools i havent used in years .not to mention dads and grampas tools
not sure i like the naked hand saws and stuff to be on the top shelf.
can already see jack or someone else trying to grab 1 and by accident pull another down upon him because you cant visually see what they clip into.
anyway, love the little story that come with some of your older tools.
The clear lexan windows at the top look like they made a difference in the lighting of the shop. Looking forward to the next video.
Totally agree with working in a shop before you "settle" on where items should go. I just organized my shop after 4 years of living here. It literally took that long to determine what went where.
Have you seen the trailer for only the brave yet? If not you should definitely go and watch it. I figured any movie about wildland firefighters would probably garner your interest, even if I am not sure how good it will be.
At first i was skeptical of your channel for the many ideological differences we have, but man i gotta say your enthusiasm and sheer love for what you do is magnetic, you have an incredible charisma, and that surpasses any ideological difference there might be. great job, keep up with the good work, looking forward to it!
Thank you Ale,
hey @wranglerstar, I am kind of surprised that you haven't updated your web store recently. I went there looking for the combo fuel can that you mentioned in the video, and didn't find it. I am aware that I can go on amazon and find it, but thought it would likely be in there.
Nice work Cody it's looking good just a thought of mine what about making a small shelf so you can hang all of your wooden handle tools up by their heads so it's easy to see where the large axes is and which 1 is a hoe etc etc so you don't have to sort through the box looking for the tool you want.
Cody, where did you get your orange rolling tool/project table?
Aquire 2 atv your walking time will be cut in half also you can use to haul small trailers/ and bring equipment to work areas
Cody hope Jack gets well soon so you and him can finish that bridge love the build
Hey Cody lets see some old family photos of this grandpa you always speak of! My grand father was a huge part of my life also.
For the gas tanks I wrote what they are for with a sharpie pen then no problems even when I'm in a hurry !
Serge Bédard Gasoline and diesel fuel will erase sharpie marks on contact. Be careful to avoid spilling that stuff on your labels and markings.
you should keep that ball hitch in your truck where you will need it; good idea on the axes in milk crate- I must do that with my axes; I always mark my containers of mixed gas and those containers are dedicated to mixed fuel only- no mix ups; another good video
Have you ever seen what a ball hitch does to the occupants of a cab in a role over? I have,
What size chain do you have and recommend for the homestead?
This is definitely a good video I should pay attention to. I am so unorganized. I have a 5 car enclosed pole barn garage. Stuff is everywhere. I look forward to the day when it all makes sense. Thanks for your thoughts
Mr. Wranglerstar I couldnt help but notice the adventure van in the background. Any updates on that bad boy, yall still use it? How do you have it set up currently if so? Love the videos!
That barn exterior is just gorgeous
Nice video, thanks :) I was wondering where you got your 12v gas pump do they work with batteries ?
Did he ever reveal this? I'm interested in them also
@Wranglerstar
I actually think I found it - www.amazon.com/TeraPump-TRFA01-001-Generation-Battery-Transfer/dp/B01IWCP7XC
Cody, strikes me that Jack and Mrs. W will have problems getting to the items on the top shelf. Should the be on a lower shelf?
o ye just spent $106 on DR visit and med's for my daughters ear infection but hey she had a wonderful time and life is good :-)
need a lid for the tool bucket makes a nice seat when needed
I like how organized everything is. For some reason all the older men in my family don't have any organization, everything is all over and they can never find the tools or supplies they need
We ALL have shop organization issues!! Great strategies.
A tool cart is a danged handy thing in a shop. Make it pretty tall. Mount it on big rubber tires that roll over cords and crusty stuff on the floor. Put all the very commonly used tools on the cart. And don't hide too many in drawers on the cart. Move the cart closer to what you're working on, to save steps walked per job. Heck, have a few carts. Welder cart.... Hand tools cart......Carpentry cart( all those clamps)....
Well, guess its a good thing I havent gotten to the tool area in the barn yet! Was trying to get shelves up for nails and screw containers, but now thinking of moving it to a different place. HMMMM