Harbor freight has gotten a lot better over the years with the quality of their stuff. Also it's the only place around here that I've found the good Midland Jerry cans
Harbor freight has been amazing to me. When I was starting my technical career path I lived there because it was cheap. In time I learned it’s great to find out how bad you need the tool, buy cheap until it breaks then buy the best you can afford if you still need it has been my motto for a while now. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
As a professional mechanic I will say we all use our fair share of Harbor Freight tools. Their new Icon ratchets rival Snap On in quality, and have been shown to withstand more torque than their Snap On equivalents for a fraction of the price and still have the lifetime warranty. I lean to Snap On most of the time these days but I still have many tools in my arsenal from HF I just haven’t had to replace and I use every single day. You’re lucky you’re not a tool nut also because THAT can get insane and expensive. I have it under control but it’s super easy to go crazy.
Their 50 cal boxes are actually pretty damn good. For shits and grins I water tested them a couple of years ago by throwing a few weighted ones in the bottom of a pool and they stayed completely dry inside. I fully trust them to hold my freedom seeds.
I got the flimsy plastic one and made a speaker in it not bad for the price. It smelt like they sealed the smell of the sweatshop in when I opened it though. I don't know what model their metal ammo cans are M2A1 or M2A2.
@@CogentAnon I've wondered the same thing. I've thought about tack welding on a nub on the outer hinge or running a pin through them to hold it in place, but haven't gotten around to trying that yet.
I've found their Badlands winches to be extraordinary for the price. They have their 12,000 lb winch (wire rope) for like $279 now. Have one on my truck and brother have I ever put that thing to the test for three years or better now. Never failed me.
I have the 9k on my jeep, replaced the steel cable with an 18k poly rope and it has never failed to yank me out of a mud hole or pull a buddy out of a ditch.
Fun fact, Duct tape was originally known as “Duck” tape when invented in 1943 by a mom nMed Vesta Stroud who wanted to save soldiers’ lives in WWII. Johnson &Johnson’s Permacel division produced it. It was a waterproof tape that kept moisture out of ammo cans. Te original tape was produced in army green. Soldier soon learned the tape was great for not only as a moisture repellant, but also for repairing many things like jeeps, guns, and aircraft. How “duck” was used is all theory, but probably based on the moisture repellant properties. How it shifted from “duck” to “duct” is based on sales of the silver colored version.
It was made with duck cloth and adhesive. That’s why it’s “duck tape.” Call it 100MPH tape in the military. 3M came up with the “duct tape” name for marketing because “duck tape” got trademarked.
I took one of the Bauer boxes (the size you showed) and made an emergency cold weather box to keep blankets, tarps, fire, water filters, lights, radio, and more for my SUV. I then got the basket that goes on top for misc crap, and I love it!
A really nice tip for flashlights or headlamps that take the 3 aaa round battery. You can throw that plastic piece out and use rechargable li-ion 18650. It's so convenient to have 1 battery taking the place of 3. And it also adds a slight boost in lumens.
I use the rifle case to store all my dry food and cooking while I’m out camping. I take foam out and everything is laid out nice inside and no digging around searching in a deep box
The Apache vs Pelican reminds me, I got a Canyon cooler from Sportsman's Warehouse for 99 bucks. The same size Yeti was over $240. I can put an 18 pack of beers in it with a bag of ice and it stays frozen the whole weekend! All that to say, Apache is all you need!
Random but relevant, I bought a Hercules table saw..that table saw lasted me a very long time and got me to the point of owning a 6 figure solo custom wood working business lol. It was a good saw.
IKEA and Harbor Freight are not trash but it is essential to know what to get and what to avoid. Rule one: if it needs to hold your weight or it has the potential of harming you if it fails, shop elsewhere.
For the head lamps, I have been carrying around the flash lights with the belt clip that allows me to throw it on my hat. It has been a game changer since I have found those.
Their little Hatchets are not bad for the price. They have axes, shovels, and splitting mauls also. I took a chance and bought a 5 ton electric log splitter. It busted all the red oak I needed for the year.
#1; best intro EVER, #2 Awesome usage of video clips, #3 very obvious yet informative ideas that I myself have definitely walked past in HF multiple times. Probably won't anymore. Thanks dude
I am an aircraft mechanic and I have the apache carry on to put all my tools. That thing is literally indestructible, the best part is that if your latches or wheels go bad you can order all the spare parts from pelican for just the shipping price.!nice video. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
@@SilentCanary yes sr. Handles, latches, the extendable handle, and the wheels. You can get all that from pelican only for $30 shipping they ask you when you bought the pelican, you just need to put a ramdom date and done 😂 male sure to get the maximum amout allow which i think is 2 or sometimes more of each part. Look for a video of comparison “apache vs pelican 1510” you will see how identical they are.
I love the Apache cases. Great price for something like that, and they're rugged as hell. I have 3 of them, all for different uses. Get them, have them, use them. they rock!
The key is understanding the situation and the way you will be using your Harbor Freight finds. They are definitely working on improving their items and upgrading the quality of the products they offer. Good on you for sharing and for explaining that there are many useful tools to be had there. Thanks Jeremy! #truckEDC #whiskeyhat.
as a contractor, i probably have everything needed for any situation in my truck. medkit for work precautions, gun of course, saws, bolt cutters, leatherman, tarps, batteries, water, dewalt tools, wrenches etc
Legal and logical use for bolt cutters and why I put some in my truck. Couple years ago California wildfires trapped people on the freeway because the fence separating the opposing lane and the way away from the fire was a chain link fence. I remember people using anything they could find to cut a hole to get through and I went to harbor freight and bought bolt cutters that day.
19:11 Duct tape is used for residential, low pressure duct joints. The foil tape is for hight pressure/high temperature applications. At least that was what we did 30 years ago in my previous life as a tin bender. But even then, we used it more for literally everything else. Only about 15-20% was used on actual duct work.
I totally appreciate this video! I often walk through Harbor Freight because I’m a dad and feel like I should buy stuff because it’s a good deal, but rarely buy anything. I guess I should be walking slower 😎.
New subscriber here from Orlando. I'm glad I found your video. I'm a mother of 5 & been prepping since '05, I truly enjoy it, it's a work-in-progress & I love finding new things to add all the time. I raised my kids with the knowledge of how important it is to prep (as I have 5 girls) & to always be prepared with anything, anywhere! I've helped people build B.O.B. or get home bags & I share how important it is to have one just because we also have the hurricane season here in FL. I thought I heard you mention that you're a Floridian too...do you go to conventions? do speeches? or belong to a prepper group? I asked because I've been wanting to create or join a group with similar interests. I hope to hear from you. Thanks again for your fun video!
Every now and then I score some good finds at harbor freight. The ammo box and gun box are my favorite. Thanks for the video. Keep up the great work. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Great list. Those cases are soo good! Whenever they go on sale I get one. Everything from power supply built to rifle cases, radio repeater..... Gees the possibilities as the endless.
They have Milwaukee clip and magnet lights good for working on a vehicle in low light situations and the clip can clip onto ur hat and be used as a head lamp.
As a contractor, everything on your list is in the drivers side back of my truck. I would add an auto ignite propane torch to the list. Hours of flame that ignites damp wood or stealth cooking.
Thanks Jeremy for the video. I didn’t realize Harbor Freight carried the Apache cases. I also like their aluminum floor jack for the truck! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
I get why he wants the camo tarp, completely understandable. As someone who lives in a blizzard zone, I'd prefer orange in my truck. That way I can be found. But hes Florida, crashing and trying to survive in the snow isnt exactly a worry lol
I am a truck driver one thing that has proved to be extremely helpful. The Bauer small blower . 20v battery works really good for blowing out trailer and truck. The little vac works well also . I use a lot of tools from there for truck and trailer repairs. And if you lose them fine go buy another . Using them for 3 yrs now and still working well.
Apache cases also make pretty awesome panniers on a motorcycle if you get creative. Ive also seen people external mount them on an overland vehicle and toss a weather resistant lock on them.
Harbor freight is really for boats and sailing. Where you need a lot of knick knack shxt at basically a wholesalers price to put a boat together. *Big packs of jersey gloves. Good gloves in general. Also *locks are good way to go like the 2ft cabke lock with combo dial and i got a gunlock for my bike in general. Various locks and bicycle shxt. Sewing stuff.
My wife always laughs at me but I am a flashlight FREAK! I have sooo many lights around the house, shop, basement work bench, trucks, cars, and even my Rebel I could probably make Vegas blush. I always have 2 on my person, usually 3. I have my pistol light, pocket light, and phone light. If I'm at work where I can't carry, I have a headlamp on my brain bucket, and I keep a spare in my line bucket. I'm an electrician at a local university, and they are EXTREMELY helpful!
Yes, I totally agree. Harbor Freight is mostly trash, but I can appreciate the little hidden gems that they sometimes have. Thanks for the great video! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Harbor Freight helped me become a mechanic. Is my truck currently sitting in the driveway with two flat tires and a burned out fuel pump? Yeah, but because of Harbor Freight, I can fix it. When I'm ready.
When I worked with the fire service we had a 36 inch and a 48 inch set of bolt cutters. We called the 48 inch set the key to the city. If it fit between the jaws it got cut. BTW, great video.
I was like, "who's this guy", and then I was like, Beard Envy, and then you had a real cigar, and honestly what looks like good whiskey, so I figured oh, actual info, I dig that 🤘😁
We don’t have harbour freight in Australia but we do have that style of cheap depot hardware store. I do get my general base gear from those places I was surprisedu didn’t have any zip ties in the video. Always fun to watch and get ideas from cheers mate. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Great ideas , awesome video thank you for putting in the time and effort to bring this to us. There is no such thing as being too prepared! Because of the current cost increase in almost anything that has to do with prepping, I have purchased several of the HF moving blankets, they are rough but at $5-$7 bucks they are way cheaper than most surplus blankets. #truckedc #wiskeyhat
I prefer the white shop towels they don’t bleed when washed. Another good buy is the hickory handle hatchet. Personally I prefer to have an indexing pry bar in my truck EDC. Harbor freight has the Quinn for $60. Was surprised you didn’t mention that, it’s a makeshift Halligan bar
HA, I had a couple of those items already in my truck, bought at HF years ago. The rope has been of use in all kinds of situations. I even doubled it up once and pulled out another vehicle from the snow with that camo rope. The Gorilla Duct tape is in every car we own, super useful. I've got a couple of the Apache cases, they are BOMB. The I'm surprised he didn't mention they make great humidors! I take all foam out, throw a Bodeva or two in a smaller one and it'll will keep the correct humid-temp rock solid for months. Not a EDC item, more of overlanding gear, but their RoadShock LED light bars are pretty boss as well. I put a 22in on my Silverado and it lights the world up when I need it.
Harbor Freight has saved me a few times when I'm needed to stay under budget. I've been looking for a low budget tool box to keep in my travel trailer. I'll have to check them out. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
#truckedc, #whiskeyhat. I love harbor freight. With the tools, I’ll buy if I’m doing a job to where I wouldn’t mind if I broke or lost the tool. The predator generators are also good.
The Harbor Freight tools are definitely “budget friendly” but still a good value. They use to give coupons as well (not sure if that is a thing still), but well worth it. #TRUCKEDC #WHISKEYHAT
Harbor freight has a lot of hidden gems. Another hidden gem is their coupons. 20-25% makes the good prices even better. Great content as normal, keep it up! #TRUCKEDC #WHISKEYHAT
100% those hard cases are awesome. I also like some of the smaller clear plastic cases for organizing small parts. Anything injection molded or made from cheap steel comes from the same factories in china anyway just gets a different branding mark if it goes to another retailer.
Cool video man. I have several Apachie cases got the rifle case for $100 at their parking lot sale. I put together a pretty nice gun cleaning kit from HF stuff. Thanks for the tips!
Harbor Freight is one of those places where you learn what's worth buying and what's not. Over the years their quality has gone up quite a bit, and now I think they're at that perfect cost to quality ratio before a brand's inevitable downfall. You can get 90% of what you need when it comes to tools and survival at any decently sized Harbor Freight nowadays, and for a very good price. That's rare nowadays and is enough to justify shopping there for me. Funnily enough I'm going on a weekend trip at the end of the month where most of these things are gonna come in handy. I can't drop $500 to grab gear for the trip. But $150-200 for everything, especially things I'll use for multiple years? Sure, that's doable.
First video of yours I've ever seen, really enjoyed the comic relief and the valuable information. I am now a subscriber, thank you sir and have a good day...
This is a great and informational video for vehicle EDC that a lot of folks should be watching. I am definitely going to be checking out these items, and others, for my truck and car. Thank you for making it! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
HF is awesome I done my whole workshop and garage tools from HF and yes I have broke a few tools over the years but Pittsburg tools are lifetime and I took them back and they replaced them no questions asked. I have HF power tools and generators and welder and air compressors and they have always done the job and I have done some heavy work with my HF tools and they held up nicely. If you like spending high mark up prices for tools then go to the box stores and get ripped off but for the price you can't beat HF.
One of the most important things imo to carry in your truck is a good variety of tools that you can get by with if your vehicle breaks down while you're out somewhere. I have been in that situation with no tools and it was a giant pain in the ass. Ever since then I put a tool kit together of stuff that I would need and it fits in a case snugly under my back seat.
Hey, as far as those bolt cutters. Fences, sure. Locks? Go watch McNally and covert instruments you can open a master lock with a master lock depending on the model and sometimes you don’t even need that.
Great video. I showed it to my 16yo son who just got his first truck and license. I now have to take him to Harbor Freight lol. Thanks again, keep up the good vids.
Damnit, man. I'm heading to Harbor Freight. The jiggler is only $10.99. When SHTF I can use the jiggler without making any noise as opposed to a siphon with a pump , it'll take up very little space in my EDC gear in my truck. I love how you mix serious EDC info with a little bit of shit talking. Thanks for sharing EDC Info.🥃🍻👌 #TRUCKEDC #WHICKEYHAT
I got everything to start blade smithing from harbor freight. Like you said you got to sort through a lot of BS, but you can definitely some gems in there. Great video as always Jeremy & I'll be sure to check out those Apache cases! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
That’s a great description of what harbor freight truly is! They really do occasionally have some real gems but you often gotta sift thru some turds to find them!
I don't know I make good use of harbor freight once you get to learn what they have and I'm a painter by trade and they do real well for the painters and safety glasses and face shields. I would say they have more that is good then that is not
Edc items start at 5:00 minutes mark, you are welcome.
Thank you. No offense to the guy but get to the point lol 😂
Thank you. No offense to the guy but get to the point lol 😂
Yes thank you ! I appreciate the video but it reminds me of some of these women doing a recipe. It takes them 5-7 minutes to get to the point
Yeah but some of the humor is pretty amusing
JFC… Thank you. That was exhausting.
Harbor freight has gotten a lot better over the years with the quality of their stuff. Also it's the only place around here that I've found the good Midland Jerry cans
lol I remember hearing a joke about people calling them harrowing freight tools
Harbor freight has been amazing to me. When I was starting my technical career path I lived there because it was cheap. In time I learned it’s great to find out how bad you need the tool, buy cheap until it breaks then buy the best you can afford if you still need it has been my motto for a while now. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Yea HF is great for that odd tool. You may use once every couple of years.
Or to make a tool. Shape a proprietary socket etc
I do the same! If it breaks on me too soon then I'll get a better one
Spot on, same here.
As a professional mechanic I will say we all use our fair share of Harbor Freight tools. Their new Icon ratchets rival Snap On in quality, and have been shown to withstand more torque than their Snap On equivalents for a fraction of the price and still have the lifetime warranty. I lean to Snap On most of the time these days but I still have many tools in my arsenal from HF I just haven’t had to replace and I use every single day. You’re lucky you’re not a tool nut also because THAT can get insane and expensive. I have it under control but it’s super easy to go crazy.
Their 50 cal boxes are actually pretty damn good. For shits and grins I water tested them a couple of years ago by throwing a few weighted ones in the bottom of a pool and they stayed completely dry inside. I fully trust them to hold my freedom seeds.
I got the flimsy plastic one and made a speaker in it not bad for the price. It smelt like they sealed the smell of the sweatshop in when I opened it though. I don't know what model their metal ammo cans are M2A1 or M2A2.
The only thing I don't like about them is how the lids just fall off sometimes when opening, why they are removeable in the first place is beyond me.
@@CogentAnon I've wondered the same thing. I've thought about tack welding on a nub on the outer hinge or running a pin through them to hold it in place, but haven't gotten around to trying that yet.
@@CogentAnon The original, military ammo boxes have removable lid so belt feed ammo can be mounted on the weapon system.
Ah, did not know that.@@yankeedogg2212
I've found their Badlands winches to be extraordinary for the price. They have their 12,000 lb winch (wire rope) for like $279 now. Have one on my truck and brother have I ever put that thing to the test for three years or better now. Never failed me.
I have the 9k on my jeep, replaced the steel cable with an 18k poly rope and it has never failed to yank me out of a mud hole or pull a buddy out of a ditch.
Fun fact, Duct tape was originally known as “Duck” tape when invented in 1943 by a mom nMed Vesta Stroud who wanted to save soldiers’ lives in WWII. Johnson &Johnson’s Permacel division produced it. It was a waterproof tape that kept moisture out of ammo cans. Te original tape was produced in army green. Soldier soon learned the tape was great for not only as a moisture repellant, but also for repairing many things like jeeps, guns, and aircraft. How “duck” was used is all theory, but probably based on the moisture repellant properties. How it shifted from “duck” to “duct” is based on sales of the silver colored version.
It was made with duck cloth and adhesive. That’s why it’s “duck tape.”
Call it 100MPH tape in the military. 3M came up with the “duct tape” name for marketing because “duck tape” got trademarked.
100MPH tape!
Duct tape and duck tape are totally different. Duct tape is adhesive aluminum tape that is made to seal duct work for ventilation systems
Duct tape is good for a lot of thing...ironically...duct is not one of them. Haha.
I took one of the Bauer boxes (the size you showed) and made an emergency cold weather box to keep blankets, tarps, fire, water filters, lights, radio, and more for my SUV. I then got the basket that goes on top for misc crap, and I love it!
Dude! That’s smart! How’s it working out for you?
A really nice tip for flashlights or headlamps that take the 3 aaa round battery. You can throw that plastic piece out and use rechargable li-ion 18650. It's so convenient to have 1 battery taking the place of 3. And it also adds a slight boost in lumens.
What's the difference in runtime?
@WildCelt130 I'd say around the same. Just depends on which 18650s. Samsungs are pretty good and safe
AAA and AA can be charged with my solar setup tho
I use the rifle case to store all my dry food and cooking while I’m out camping. I take foam out and everything is laid out nice inside and no digging around searching in a deep box
I love Harbor Freight. Their tools have a life time warranty. Haven't had to take advantage of that yet but good to know they will replace them.
The Apache vs Pelican reminds me, I got a Canyon cooler from Sportsman's Warehouse for 99 bucks. The same size Yeti was over $240. I can put an 18 pack of beers in it with a bag of ice and it stays frozen the whole weekend! All that to say, Apache is all you need!
Random but relevant, I bought a Hercules table saw..that table saw lasted me a very long time and got me to the point of owning a 6 figure solo custom wood working business lol. It was a good saw.
IKEA and Harbor Freight are not trash but it is essential to know what to get and what to avoid. Rule one: if it needs to hold your weight or it has the potential of harming you if it fails, shop elsewhere.
Disagree. My ikea kitchen holds hundreds of pounds without flinching.
I agree. There’s cheap stuff you know won’t last basically by looking at it but there’s really good budget stuff that’s worth the money.
Not true at all. You’re just going by what you’ve “heard”.
dude, ive had the same ikea sofa since 2006. still going strong.
My HF rule is never get anything if your life may depend on it. Otherwise, I like HF a lot....certain hand tools, tool chests etc
Also, Harbor Freight has truck recovery goodie’s too. Soft shackles,D-rings, tree straps etc.
For the head lamps, I have been carrying around the flash lights with the belt clip that allows me to throw it on my hat. It has been a game changer since I have found those.
Their little Hatchets are not bad for the price. They have axes, shovels, and splitting mauls also. I took a chance and bought a 5 ton electric log splitter. It busted all the red oak I needed for the year.
#1; best intro EVER, #2 Awesome usage of video clips, #3 very obvious yet informative ideas that I myself have definitely walked past in HF multiple times. Probably won't anymore. Thanks dude
I am an aircraft mechanic and I have the apache carry on to put all my tools. That thing is literally indestructible, the best part is that if your latches or wheels go bad you can order all the spare parts from pelican for just the shipping price.!nice video. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Seriously? All the parts are interchangeable? No way!
@@SilentCanary yes sr. Handles, latches, the extendable handle, and the wheels. You can get all that from pelican only for $30 shipping they ask you when you bought the pelican, you just need to put a ramdom date and done 😂 male sure to get the maximum amout allow which i think is 2 or sometimes more of each part. Look for a video of comparison “apache vs pelican 1510” you will see how identical they are.
I love the Apache cases. Great price for something like that, and they're rugged as hell. I have 3 of them, all for different uses. Get them, have them, use them. they rock!
The key is understanding the situation and the way you will be using your Harbor Freight finds. They are definitely working on improving their items and upgrading the quality of the products they offer. Good on you for sharing and for explaining that there are many useful tools to be had there. Thanks Jeremy! #truckEDC #whiskeyhat.
as a contractor, i probably have everything needed for any situation in my truck. medkit for work precautions, gun of course, saws, bolt cutters, leatherman, tarps, batteries, water, dewalt tools, wrenches etc
Legal and logical use for bolt cutters and why I put some in my truck. Couple years ago California wildfires trapped people on the freeway because the fence separating the opposing lane and the way away from the fire was a chain link fence. I remember people using anything they could find to cut a hole to get through and I went to harbor freight and bought bolt cutters that day.
Those Apache cases are SOLID. I’ve been using them for guns and drones for years and I’ve beat the hell out of them. Practically indestructible
Tarps, floor jacks, rope, bungee cords, small safes, luggage rack (hitch mounted), just a few of the things we have from H F.
The smaller apache case you use for your binoculars make a great advanced first aid kit storage system
I've used them as a go too for a few years.
They are a great place for flashlights, batteries, and inexpensive pocket knives.
The Apache case is also good to make a travel humidor. Just add some boveda packs and maybe some cedar sheets in, and you're ready to go!
19:11 Duct tape is used for residential, low pressure duct joints. The foil tape is for hight pressure/high temperature applications. At least that was what we did 30 years ago in my previous life as a tin bender. But even then, we used it more for literally everything else. Only about 15-20% was used on actual duct work.
I totally appreciate this video! I often walk through Harbor Freight because I’m a dad and feel like I should buy stuff because it’s a good deal, but rarely buy anything. I guess I should be walking slower 😎.
Their icon lineup is an amazing buy too and I would say is more comparable as a quality tool versus HD Husky, Lowes Kobalt or Craftsman
New subscriber here from Orlando. I'm glad I found your video. I'm a mother of 5 & been prepping since '05, I truly enjoy it, it's a work-in-progress & I love finding new things to add all the time. I raised my kids with the knowledge of how important it is to prep (as I have 5 girls) & to always be prepared with anything, anywhere! I've helped people build B.O.B. or get home bags & I share how important it is to have one just because we also have the hurricane season here in FL. I thought I heard you mention that you're a Floridian too...do you go to conventions? do speeches? or belong to a prepper group? I asked because I've been wanting to create or join a group with similar interests. I hope to hear from you. Thanks again for your fun video!
I love harbor freight... not gonna lie... for overland/offroad stuff they actually have some really solid stuff at great deals.
Every now and then I score some good finds at harbor freight. The ammo box and gun box are my favorite. Thanks for the video. Keep up the great work. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Great list.
Those cases are soo good!
Whenever they go on sale I get one. Everything from power supply built to rifle cases, radio repeater..... Gees the possibilities as the endless.
Courage is not the absence of fear, but simply moving on with dignity despite that fear.
They have Milwaukee clip and magnet lights good for working on a vehicle in low light situations and the clip can clip onto ur hat and be used as a head lamp.
Shaker siphones are a really nice addition.
As a contractor, everything on your list is in the drivers side back of my truck. I would add an auto ignite propane torch to the list. Hours of flame that ignites damp wood or stealth cooking.
Harbor Freight is freaking awesome.
Thanks Jeremy for the video. I didn’t realize Harbor Freight carried the Apache cases. I also like their aluminum floor jack for the truck! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
I get why he wants the camo tarp, completely understandable. As someone who lives in a blizzard zone, I'd prefer orange in my truck. That way I can be found. But hes Florida, crashing and trying to survive in the snow isnt exactly a worry lol
I am a truck driver one thing that has proved to be extremely helpful. The Bauer small blower . 20v battery works really good for blowing out trailer and truck. The little vac works well also . I use a lot of tools from there for truck and trailer repairs. And if you lose them fine go buy another . Using them for 3 yrs now and still working well.
Apache cases also make pretty awesome panniers on a motorcycle if you get creative. Ive also seen people external mount them on an overland vehicle and toss a weather resistant lock on them.
Harbor freight is really for boats and sailing. Where you need a lot of knick knack shxt at basically a wholesalers price to put a boat together.
*Big packs of jersey gloves. Good gloves in general. Also *locks are good way to go like the 2ft cabke lock with combo dial and i got a gunlock for my bike in general. Various locks and bicycle shxt. Sewing stuff.
My wife always laughs at me but I am a flashlight FREAK! I have sooo many lights around the house, shop, basement work bench, trucks, cars, and even my Rebel I could probably make Vegas blush. I always have 2 on my person, usually 3. I have my pistol light, pocket light, and phone light. If I'm at work where I can't carry, I have a headlamp on my brain bucket, and I keep a spare in my line bucket. I'm an electrician at a local university, and they are EXTREMELY helpful!
Love all the little clips you insert 😂
I like their camo moving blankets too. Always good to have a blanket in your vehicle.
Yes, I totally agree. Harbor Freight is mostly trash, but I can appreciate the little hidden gems that they sometimes have. Thanks for the great video! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
I buy and use harbor gears for my off road recoveries for years and they do great no need to get ripped off for off road named equipments
Harbor Fright's Hercules tool line is also really good.
Thank you sooooo much......for the great information and the comedy series.......needed both
I love HF for the small stuff, thanks for the video!
Love the Apache cases. I’ve been to Harbor Freight quite a bit and didn’t realize they had a lot of the things you reviewed. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Harbor Freight helped me become a mechanic.
Is my truck currently sitting in the driveway with two flat tires and a burned out fuel pump? Yeah, but because of Harbor Freight, I can fix it. When I'm ready.
When I worked with the fire service we had a 36 inch and a 48 inch set of bolt cutters. We called the 48 inch set the key to the city. If it fit between the jaws it got cut. BTW, great video.
I was like, "who's this guy", and then I was like, Beard Envy, and then you had a real cigar, and honestly what looks like good whiskey, so I figured oh, actual info, I dig that 🤘😁
Have the alpachee 3800 mounted to the back of my Honda adv 160 and love them solid as hell
We don’t have harbour freight in Australia but we do have that style of cheap depot hardware store. I do get my general base gear from those places I was surprisedu didn’t have any zip ties in the video. Always fun to watch and get ideas from cheers mate. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
Thanks for posting this video. I live and breath nick nacks at harbor frieght. I use their hard cases to build portable power stations
Great ideas , awesome video thank you for putting in the time and effort to bring this to us. There is no such thing as being too prepared! Because of the current cost increase in almost anything that has to do with prepping, I have purchased several of the HF moving blankets, they are rough but at $5-$7 bucks they are way cheaper than most surplus blankets. #truckedc #wiskeyhat
The Pittsburgh jacks and tools and US General tool boxes are pretty good too
I prefer the white shop towels they don’t bleed when washed. Another good buy is the hickory handle hatchet. Personally I prefer to have an indexing pry bar in my truck EDC. Harbor freight has the Quinn for $60. Was surprised you didn’t mention that, it’s a makeshift Halligan bar
HA, I had a couple of those items already in my truck, bought at HF years ago. The rope has been of use in all kinds of situations. I even doubled it up once and pulled out another vehicle from the snow with that camo rope. The Gorilla Duct tape is in every car we own, super useful. I've got a couple of the Apache cases, they are BOMB. The I'm surprised he didn't mention they make great humidors! I take all foam out, throw a Bodeva or two in a smaller one and it'll will keep the correct humid-temp rock solid for months. Not a EDC item, more of overlanding gear, but their RoadShock LED light bars are pretty boss as well. I put a 22in on my Silverado and it lights the world up when I need it.
Harbor Freight has saved me a few times when I'm needed to stay under budget. I've been looking for a low budget tool box to keep in my travel trailer. I'll have to check them out. #truckedc #whiskeyhat
#truckedc, #whiskeyhat. I love harbor freight. With the tools, I’ll buy if I’m doing a job to where I wouldn’t mind if I broke or lost the tool. The predator generators are also good.
The Harbor Freight tools are definitely “budget friendly” but still a good value. They use to give coupons as well (not sure if that is a thing still), but well worth it.
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Harbor freight has a lot of hidden gems. Another hidden gem is their coupons. 20-25% makes the good prices even better. Great content as normal, keep it up! #TRUCKEDC #WHISKEYHAT
Where do you find coupons? I thought they did away with them years ago.
@@joeychito they send them thru email now. I get 2 or 3 emails a week from them.
I came to this channel for the whiskey content and stayed for all the randomness! I love the variety Jeremy! Keep it up! #TruckEDC #WhiskyHat
HF also carries a battery powered liquid transfer pump for $12. Nice to have in addition to the jiggler.
I agree 100% on HF, if you have the time it's worth a trip. Always something worth the visit. Great video as always Jeremy. #TRUCKEDC #WHISKEYHAT
I have the badland winch and it has never disappointed. Also, the gun cases go on sale quarterly (i believe) the rifle cases go down to $100ish.
100% those hard cases are awesome. I also like some of the smaller clear plastic cases for organizing small parts. Anything injection molded or made from cheap steel comes from the same factories in china anyway just gets a different branding mark if it goes to another retailer.
I think Harbor Freight has its place as long as your careful with what you want 👍#truckedc #whiskeyhat
Cool video man. I have several Apachie cases got the rifle case for $100 at their parking lot sale. I put together a pretty nice gun cleaning kit from HF stuff. Thanks for the tips!
Harbor Freight is one of those places where you learn what's worth buying and what's not. Over the years their quality has gone up quite a bit, and now I think they're at that perfect cost to quality ratio before a brand's inevitable downfall. You can get 90% of what you need when it comes to tools and survival at any decently sized Harbor Freight nowadays, and for a very good price. That's rare nowadays and is enough to justify shopping there for me.
Funnily enough I'm going on a weekend trip at the end of the month where most of these things are gonna come in handy. I can't drop $500 to grab gear for the trip. But $150-200 for everything, especially things I'll use for multiple years? Sure, that's doable.
Their hand tools, like hatchets, axes, sledges, deadblows, etc. Stuff you basically CANT mess up, is impressive
I thought the same thing about the toolbox insert and a mag as soon as I saw it 😂 great minds think alike
enjoyed your video very interesting EDC list will have to check out Harbor Freight
Their recovery gear is perty good .. every truck needs it !! I use mine 3 to 4 times here during the winter
Normallly at least once a month head to locaL HF - never leave empty handed - great vid man
First video of yours I've ever seen, really enjoyed the comic relief and the valuable information. I am now a subscriber, thank you sir and have a good day...
Been using the juggle siphon for over 15 years they’re great for the boat at the dock when bringing cans down
That intro was the best harbor freight description ever.
This is a great and informational video for vehicle EDC that a lot of folks should be watching. I am definitely going to be checking out these items, and others, for my truck and car. Thank you for making it! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
HF is awesome I done my whole workshop and garage tools from HF and yes I have broke a few tools over the years but Pittsburg tools are lifetime and I took them back and they replaced them no questions asked. I have HF power tools and generators and welder and air compressors and they have always done the job and I have done some heavy work with my HF tools and they held up nicely. If you like spending high mark up prices for tools then go to the box stores and get ripped off but for the price you can't beat HF.
A lot of great items but the best part was definitely all of the top tier jokes 😂
Definitely some good ideas you might overlook!
Love that I found this video being that I have let me truck EDC go away and I’m ready to build it up again.
Tbh a huge portion of their tools have made huge quality leaps. They now have 3 tiers of quality fot a lot of their tools
I'm gonna get that Apache for sure. Thanks Jeremy for the heads up.
One of the most important things imo to carry in your truck is a good variety of tools that you can get by with if your vehicle breaks down while you're out somewhere. I have been in that situation with no tools and it was a giant pain in the ass. Ever since then I put a tool kit together of stuff that I would need and it fits in a case snugly under my back seat.
Off to Harbor Freight I go... Thanks Jeremy! Awesome video! #TruckEDC #WhiskeyHat
Hey, as far as those bolt cutters. Fences, sure. Locks? Go watch McNally and covert instruments you can open a master lock with a master lock depending on the model and sometimes you don’t even need that.
Great video. I showed it to my 16yo son who just got his first truck and license. I now have to take him to Harbor Freight lol. Thanks again, keep up the good vids.
Damnit, man. I'm heading to Harbor Freight. The jiggler is only $10.99. When SHTF I can use the jiggler without making any noise as opposed to a siphon with a pump , it'll take up very little space in my EDC gear in my truck. I love how you mix serious EDC info with a little bit of shit talking. Thanks for sharing EDC Info.🥃🍻👌 #TRUCKEDC
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I’m at Harbor Freight right now…your suggestions are spot on grabbed some stuff thanks to you!!!!
Bro those clips are well thought out and hilarious. Subbed up
I got everything to start blade smithing from harbor freight. Like you said you got to sort through a lot of BS, but you can definitely some gems in there. Great video as always Jeremy & I'll be sure to check out those Apache cases! #truckedc #whiskeyhat
That’s a great description of what harbor freight truly is! They really do occasionally have some real gems but you often gotta sift thru some turds to find them!
I don't know I make good use of harbor freight once you get to learn what they have and I'm a painter by trade and they do real well for the painters and safety glasses and face shields. I would say they have more that is good then that is not