after only watching a handful of your videos. i admire the fact that your give credit to those who deserve it and dont claim to know everything.. I enjoy learning from your channel , thanks!
That's good to hear. My impression of Oregon is based on TH-cam, which tends to feature a lot of Portland hippies attacking people and blocking traffic. I know of another TH-camr in Oregon (pretty sure I have the state right) that goes by Wranglerstar. He and this gentleman here are guys that I wish I knew.
jw11432 Portland eugene and Medford are really the only places like that. wranglerstar is somewhere in the mountains to the east of Portland not sure exactly and don't look because I respect his privacy. Scott is dead between Eugene and Medford in Roseburg. it's absolutely beautiful around here. as for geography Oregon is interesting. we have the costal ranges, cascades and the high desert. from the coast ranges to the ocean is a between 20 feet and 20+ miles. it's all temperate forest. between the coastal range and Cascades is the valleys Roseburg and the 3 big cities fall into. fairly moderate but get really nice in the summer. east of the Cascades is the high desert and bend. it's pretty much like nevada out there. lots of circle farms however.
Oregon is an AMAZING place, and I'll include Portland in that assessment. Everyone I've encountered has been incredibly nice, and it's hard to find prettier countryside and coastline. There's just something magical about that place.
This man’s videos are a national treasure. You all know, lots of people make vidoes like this but few have the presentation skills, on screen presence, and natural soothing voice (or unique voice of sort). This man will go down as the Bob Ross of construction videos on youtube. And on top of that he gives insane good advice.
Trying to find the truck crane? Cannot find it online is it a modified crane after you bought it? Just wondering I am going to be putting a welding truck together and like your truck set up very much.
This man’s videos are a national treasure. You all know this, as you click around youtube, that is, lots of people make vidoes like this but few have the presentation skills, on screen presence, and natural soothing voice (or unique voice of sort). This man will go down as the Bob Ross of construction videos on youtube. And on top of that he gives insane good advice. -6-15-21
12:05 "... don't be afraid to tackle work that requires a little more infrastructuer. Don't be afraid to modify or design or build something that not only is something for a client but is for something that will contribute to your work process." Thank you for your sincere encouragements, it is a great pleasure watching your stand up tall videos. Keep up the good work and the positive message. May others bear great fruits with the wisdom and knowledge you pass on.
I know exactly how you feel when you say how much comfort you get from know you’ve had your hand in every aspect of that vehicle. There is a sense of confidence that gives one that nothing can ever come close to equaling. Thank you for sharing and please continue to do so as long as you are able. Good luck and Godspeed.
Thank you. It's always good to see someone putting thought into making their job better / easier. I'm forever making up kit for the test work I do to make the job easier, quicker and safer. Recently I've started selling kit I make to others and it's pretty rewarding to be contacted out of the blue by someone wanting to buy my kit. I was told many years ago, out on a job site, by an old guy, 'we're paid to work smarter, not harder' and I always try to follow that.
I asked for this video in the comments of last week's video. I've waited all week for you to make this one. Woke up in the middle of the night to handle nature's call and saw the notification this video dropped. So I watched in bed. Wife nudged me, "what are you doing? It's 2:30am and that light is bright?! "I'm watching Scott's truck tour!!!" "Who the hell is Scott?" Anyways, this was perfect. And thank you for the great videos week to week.
Catchy comment. But I personally don't think so. He does however, look like he's truly content with what he has and what he does. And that's always a great foundation for glowing confidence and healthy self-esteem.
One of the best videos. I am enjoying setting up my first new truck in 31 years. Ford F-350 single rear wheel, diesel, 4wd, crew cab, short bed and it even has air conditioning! For my business bed space is important, but so is clean extra space in the cab for mobile office, clothing and gear for staying at a jobsite for up to 3 days, sensitive tools, photography gear, water, and some grub.
If I could spend the day with anyone it would be this guy ! Just live everything he does and the way he does it. What a gem . I lost my dad in 2014 and he was an amazing carpenter , taught me everything , you remind me of him so much its scary! Thank you for being here, much respect!
Wow, that is a beautifully laid out work truck. I’m a 22 year old apprentice and I aspire to be as skilled as you one day. Thanks for making the videos!
I got a 2019 F450 with a 12ft utility bed and the 6.7l diesel and am currently outfitting it with everything I need for concrete work. I appreciate the video!
At 6:00 -- The best advice to young workers, ever! Protect and preserve your back. Those of us in our 50s, 60s, and beyond know firsthand how important this advice really is.
Can't say I've had the roughest life, but my dad was a boatswain's mate in the Navy - coming off a farm - and did other physical jobs in his career. My mother was a licensed practical nurse. They both stressed proper body mechanics. Began my work career as a temporary laborer. Used to jump off truck docks until an older worker cautioned me to avoid doing that to protect my back. I made the connection that I only had so many jumps in my back before I'd have problems.
Thanks for sharing. Im impressed with your ability to create that which does not exist or work for your needs. Any business advice is always appreciated.
13 minutes of golden knowledge right there-thank you for all these videos. My only thought on the overall setup might be storing the most frequently used items on the passenger/curb side of the truck so you’re not exposed to as much traffic when parked on the street. I know from other videos you are often on a dedicated worksite or rural area so this is more of a suggestion for urban environments. Love your videos. It’s like getting back lost time with my dad/grandpa. I miss those days with them learning man stuff.
I went out and bought one of these trucks specifically because of your recommendation it will be a wonderful work truck to last me the rest of my life by the time I’m done with it thank you love your videos
The part (s) that I love about your videos is that you never cease to compliment others higher than yourself. While many of us know all too well that you are a very intelligent experienced craftsmen with a plethora of genius. Lord bless your life and those of whom has been touched by your presence.
Love those 7.3Ls. Skookum as frig. Favourite engine hands down. Drove an '02 with ~250k miles on it and it keeps going. Greater than the distance to the moon. Astounding
Wow that truck is a dream for me, that crane is absolutely amazing. Getting my degree in construction management and working with a commercial contractor right now helping with odd jobs. Your videos are super helpful.
I've been planning my service truck for years can never seem to get everything incorporated and still have any truck bed but this is truly impressive this is the first time I've watched one of these and not had a few big improvements pop in my head you've got it figured out congrats brother P.S. I'm stealing a few ideas from your truck to use in mine
As a GC I can see why you would have that set up. But as a high end finish carpenter in can tell you nothing beats an extended CHEVY/GMC 2500. Sliding door unit. Tons of room, quiet ride, lots of power and I’ve set it up to hold every tool I need for a Mobile remote shop. And still have room for full sheets of plywood or sheet rock. Rain and snow don’t mess up my materials or tools. I can store everything in the custom bins and shelves. I’ve created slide in/out storage containers for specialty tools. Plus I ride in complete comfort and style. Everything has a place, because I built it, I know how it works. I love your channel and videos. I’m constantly learning and challenging my skill set and at 59, I’m still out working the 20 somethings. Mostly because I can show up on time sober. Plus people are willing to pay for skills that work. Not jobs that pay. I take the big and small stuff, and always give more than I’m asked for. Quality has to be first. Speed comes. If it’s right the first time, they figure out it’s worth it. And I never pay to advertise my work skills. My great customers make sure all their friends and family know who did this work. Thanks for sharing. God bless your family!
I wish I had You in my family. Working or just living with you seems so joyful and fulfilling. You would be a great teacher/mentor/father figure in any man or womans life. We need more people like You.
Awesome rig! I’m just starting out in carpentry I have a Ford Explorer 2003 with over 230,000 miles and still runs like a champ never lets me down. I love my ford built tough!
Awesome rig man! We purchased a F550 12ft dump truck & spent tons of time outfitting it with all sorts of tool boxes, extra climb up steps/ladders, extra safety lights, ect....outfitting your daily equipment is very gratifying
I learn something every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you for your time and the energy that you put into them. That adjustable hitch is a very clever idea!
One of the best trucks I have seen in my 30 years out there. Not for show, purely to get the job done efficiently. While a 3/4 ton with a service bed goes far, I now want to add a crane. I try to take better care of the back, that would do wonders. Thanks for keeping your videos pointed and on track, this is like working a build along side of you picking up new little bits along the way.
About 15 years ago, I lived in texas and built flatbed truck bodies from scratch and we would install them as well, sometimes I'd get a guy who knew exactly what he needed out of a flatbed and I would build it to his specs. Learned alot from them as I went along and it grew my wealth of knowledge, this of course was before I became disabled about 10 years ago when I was driving a medium/heavy duty tow truck and got hit by a car. Anyways, just an idea for you here, you could easily take those 2 job box's you have there and cut out the outside facing panel and weld in hinges so that when you open the lid, the face would lay down just like your bottom box's do and it would create a desk like feature along with making it so you wouldn't have to climb up the side of the truck and lift your tools up and over like that.. Would save your back too ;) awsome build for sure and thanks for all the videos you take time to make and share with all of us..
What a great design and efficient use of every inch of space! As soon as I saw the preview of the video, I just knew that those models of Ford would not let you down. I am from Texas and we love trucks, but not everyone understands which trucks are the real tanks and which are just made of "plastic". The way you expressed your thoughts about the truck sure made clear what you have gotten from it, only great performance. I am only 23, but trust me when I say this, I've been through quite enough, work, college, etc... and I know a thing or two. In my house we have 3 Fords 7.3s and some other regular pickups. Those turbo diesel engines never fail! I love the channel, learning as much and as fast as I can. I am about to build my first 2 story little apartment in the back of my house for myself and I hope I can apply what I've seen so far and done in the past. Keep up the great work! Thank you for passing on your knowledge, that's all we can leave behind. I know that Oregon is a beautiful state, I hope I can visit one day. God bless y'all!
“An air house will blow out” hahah sounds like you know from experience... beautiful set up I love your videos i just turned 22, a year and a half into construction and absolutely love it! Your videos are a great inspiration to me and I’ve learned a lot from them, thank you!
grettings from argentina, watching your videos make me think other world is posible, a better one. I admire your will to do it better, to do it yourself, asking to who knows more, and to make it for the well of others
Sweet rig. I bet it makes your life a lot easier. Nothing like having the tools you need where you want them to be. I worked building truck bodies for some time. This video took me back to the good ole days.
@@loganharrington6017 more young kids are starting to drive manual because it's cool. The 40 year old middle aged parents are the ones who can't drive stick now lol
You just keep getting cooler and cooler. Thank you for sharing. One of the best laid out work trucks I've ever seen. I'm a cube van guy myself we get some nasty winters up here so the van makes life a lot easier. Whether you're a van guy or a truck guy we can all agree the one you want is the 7.3 navistar. To the young folks looking for one you want a ford diesel made between 1993 and 2001. Beware the 6.0 diesel it's no good at all! I've heard excellent things about the post 2010 6.7 diesels from ford if you want something newer. Again thank you for sharing! Your experience and knowledge is priceless!
Aside from the truck,(which is awesome), YOU, seem like a really cool guy. Enjoy many of your videos. You are very knowledgable. I wish you were in my area, and I needed work to be done.
This is awesome. I just got a little F150 4.2 (cheap) with ~112k miles. I'm a step above handyman and step below contractor, so I'm at the point now where I have to build a tool truck. This video gave me so many ideas even if I'm not building a tank. Thanks! Your videos have helped me in my business so much!
Another great video. Agreed, 7.3 series was the best thing ford ever did. Love sending your videos to the young men on my crews. Finally a craftsman that is video logging some of the basics. A preservation to the skilled forces out there!
Interesting ??? This made my day : ) What's more is the appreciation, understanding, satisfaction and joy that you so obviously have and get from The Tool Tank. Long may she rumble !
Great personalization of your truck. It fits you and your work style. I do the same, only wish more contractors would think like this and not only chase the $$$ but put more into quality!
How much I admire this guy..truly exceptional as a contractor but he gets it. He loves and appreciates everything he is blessed to have and obviously values his friendships with workers, takes every opportunity to express those good sentiments. He has appreciation for knowledge and wisdom and exemplifies it. I feel the same but what is most relatable is the happiness he receives from it all. I love the drop hitch solution, and stuff like that is like a high five throughout the like minded community. Excellent videos as always.
Designed and built like a fire truck. A place for everything and everything in its place and enough equipment to tackle a wide range of situations - very impressive truck - Thanks for the tour!
This was super interesting. I want a truck like this so bad. I have no use for it either, but it's just so damn cool! Guys and their trucks, I guess. I certainly can't explain it. Not to mention it was designed with a friend. What a truck. What a story.
Cool truck and well designed. I have been considering building a flatbed and front bumper for my 93 F250 4x4. So it was with great interest and appreciation that I watched this. Thanks for making my goals seem more attainable!
Its weird how different people envy different things in life. Growing up in an urban environment, i never would've imagined myself being envious of an old timer and his old work truck. Now, I'm almost thirty, a carpenter by trade and do all kinds of restoration work as hobby; I don't look forward to much in my next thirty years except an even cooler(not nicer) work truck and shop. Thanks for all the amazing video!
What is really nice is having a roller on the back of the roof rack. It can be a bit lower than the surface so the load wont rest on it. A roller is great to load lumber and ladders, it is a breeze.
Nice video. I agree about the Ford diesels. I had an 86 F350 with the 6.9 and 4 spd. Loved it. The best part of the video is when he gets in, starts it up (and you hear the engine's growl) and he drives away.
Beautiful truck! Well done, sir!! I love and can’t stop watching/listening to your videos! I have family in Mesa so maybe I’ll see you around when I’m visiting. Thank you for passing on your valuable knowledge, I’m happy I found you on here!
I seriously want to work with/for this guy. Look at the work ethic, look at the skill! I would much rather work with my hands in the outdoors than be in manufacturing as I am. To go home tired from a productive days work, yet feel healthy about it and look at what you accomplished for years to come. That is what life is about.
Sweet! Gotta say I just made the investment on a knack box for my ole work truck. Which is only interesting bc your skil saw video changed my life, and I can't say I've had a full day without making a cut/eyeballing a 42-49 degree rip. Thanks EC!
That's the coolest truck I've ever seen. Looks like I'm going in the garage this weekend and making a few modifications on my ol' Chevy. This was inspiring
Aren’t they all tools that you may or may not need. Just having fun with you. That is the perfect tool/work truck built by a genius to improve work efficiency and productivity. Very impressive.
You did a fantastic job on this, honestly. As someone who has spent hours pondering something similar you have almost nothing you don’t need in it. Great job appreciate you sharing.
Really enjoy your videos im a roofer by trade and had a work related accident that has put me at the house for almost four months your channel has given me so much joy and motivates me everyday to learn and grow to become an essential craftsman myself i have since got my general contracting books and enrolled in online classes to obtain my license and go in business for myself thank you! and as soon i get back to work i will be a patreon and buy some clothes to support you guys!
5.9 cummins,7.3 powerstroke ,2 of the best diesel engines ever produced and put in a light truck for pulling and work.They have a very primitive computer and virtually no emission nonsense,you picked the right truck for years of service,great choice,love it!
I am a disabled 70 year old phone repairman and I just loved this Tool Tank!!! I had a 4X4 Dodge truck that Ma Bell thought I no longer needed in Southeastern Ohio between I 70 and I 77 along the Ohio River. That old truck would climb a tree if the bark didn't give way! But the powers that be in Chicago thought they knew more that the guys in the field did and took them all away and gave most of us bucket trucks.... Now a bucket truck is just great in the city but this area is hills and hollers gravel and mud roads and a bucket truck here is a total joke!!! I spend the last 3 getting stuck almost 3 or 4 times a week!!! I would have just loved to have a truck like the one you showed us!!!
Just about every video that I’ve seen of yours is interesting to me. I really appreciate your efforts in creating this TH-cam channel and wish you much success with it.
I don’t comment very often but I had to say thank you for making and posting this vid. I came across it completely by accident but, you provided a huge amount of information and inspiration to continue building my three truck Chevy fleet. I’m looking to build a few rigs that offer welding and mechanical services and there is very limited info on TH-cam at this time. Thanks once again
jgerke55 wait how does this work ? Would you happen to have an article about this ? Does all the money he spent on his truck goes as 'business expense' ?
@@BeholdEmir if its used for business then yes all the tools are work related you so claim them against taxes you owe as your re investing in your business
This is what was explained to me. I am not giving legal or accounting or tax advice. I am repeating this for your benefit. Keep every receipt and write on it exactly what it is for later reference. Some items are treated as an expense in the tax year of purchase and others are depreciated over a period of years - there is a big difference. Read Internal Revenue Code Section 179 which can give wonderful financial benefits to a business. It allows you to treat certain items as both a total expense in the year purchased AND also depreciate the item over a period of years. Yes, allowed double deduction. When you have a real business you need to take steps to protect yourself and assets from potential future liability claims. Even in the best situations liability risk can develop - why we have liability insurance. So hire a lawyer to create an LLC or equivalent in your state. Then ask him to create contracts or whatever for your involved in your business. Also hire a good accountant to keep records, give financial direction and advice, and prepare tax returns and documents.
Depending on how your business expenses are structured, and if you were to use the vehicle for non-business purposes, you may only be able to deduct the percent used for business. But yeah, since the expenses reduce reported income, it's like getting 20-30% back on what you spend on your vehicle.
Scott, this video, as all of your videos, is deeply interesting and satisfying. I come back to it every few months to watch it over again. Especially when I'm brainstorming ideas for my own work van. It fuels my creativity and gets me excited to build something for myself.
Watched one video and subscribed, even though I think I'll never be as hard core as you are, I sure do appreciate the videos. BTW the main reason I subscribed is because I really like the way that you communicate and explain things, even though I know very little, I feel like I learn a little every time. Thank you!
The tool tank has made me relize that I myself can now come up with unique ideals on what it is I work out of. This is a two year vid I would have love to have know about sooner
I am in the process of doing the same as you. Your detail to the trucks specs is just what i want. Thanks for the presentation. I am a welder and concrete guy and structural retrofit-er this is perfect.
after only watching a handful of your videos. i admire the fact that your give credit to those who deserve it and dont claim to know everything.. I enjoy learning from your channel , thanks!
Welcome to Oregon. Its a bunch of people like this and two or three cities full of tree huggers and hippies.
That's good to hear. My impression of Oregon is based on TH-cam, which tends to feature a lot of Portland hippies attacking people and blocking traffic. I know of another TH-camr in Oregon (pretty sure I have the state right) that goes by Wranglerstar. He and this gentleman here are guys that I wish I knew.
jw11432 Portland eugene and Medford are really the only places like that. wranglerstar is somewhere in the mountains to the east of Portland not sure exactly and don't look because I respect his privacy. Scott is dead between Eugene and Medford in Roseburg. it's absolutely beautiful around here. as for geography Oregon is interesting. we have the costal ranges, cascades and the high desert. from the coast ranges to the ocean is a between 20 feet and 20+ miles. it's all temperate forest. between the coastal range and Cascades is the valleys Roseburg and the 3 big cities fall into. fairly moderate but get really nice in the summer. east of the Cascades is the high desert and bend. it's pretty much like nevada out there. lots of circle farms however.
Oregon is an AMAZING place, and I'll include Portland in that assessment. Everyone I've encountered has been incredibly nice, and it's hard to find prettier countryside and coastline. There's just something magical about that place.
I know right? I love it.
So knowledgeable yet so humble, I love his videos.
This man’s videos are a national treasure. You all know, lots of people make vidoes like this but few have the presentation skills, on screen presence, and natural soothing voice (or unique voice of sort). This man will go down as the Bob Ross of construction videos on youtube. And on top of that he gives insane good advice.
This is what all work trucks want to be when they grow up. Very Nice.
Well said! Well made essential trick for the essential craftsman!
Well of course it is a Ford.
That's what mine keeps saying , that's why i take my pick up out of the garage every time i watch this video.
Ian Lambert-Knight so it spends all its time with the hood up 😏
Trying to find the truck crane? Cannot find it online is it a modified crane after you bought it? Just wondering I am going to be putting a welding truck together and like your truck set up very much.
I just like hearing this guy talk. He has one of those voices.
This man’s videos are a national treasure. You all know this, as you click around youtube, that is, lots of people make vidoes like this but few have the presentation skills, on screen presence, and natural soothing voice (or unique voice of sort).
This man will go down as the Bob Ross of construction videos on youtube. And on top of that he gives insane good advice. -6-15-21
Someone’s in love 😻
Is it just me or does sound exactly like "dad's knives?"
You like what I tell you to like..
He looks like Bernie Madoff
12:05 "... don't be afraid to tackle work that requires a little more infrastructuer. Don't be afraid to modify or design or build something that not only is something for a client but is for something that will contribute to your work process."
Thank you for your sincere encouragements, it is a great pleasure watching your stand up tall videos. Keep up the good work and the positive message. May others bear great fruits with the wisdom and knowledge you pass on.
Scott, you could teach a class about how to boil water and it would be interesting.
I know exactly how you feel when you say how much comfort you get from know you’ve had your hand in every aspect of that vehicle. There is a sense of confidence that gives one that nothing can ever come close to equaling. Thank you for sharing and please continue to do so as long as you are able. Good luck and Godspeed.
Four letters for this man: OG AF.
Thank you. It's always good to see someone putting thought into making their job better / easier. I'm forever making up kit for the test work I do to make the job easier, quicker and safer. Recently I've started selling kit I make to others and it's pretty rewarding to be contacted out of the blue by someone wanting to buy my kit.
I was told many years ago, out on a job site, by an old guy, 'we're paid to work smarter, not harder' and I always try to follow that.
I asked for this video in the comments of last week's video. I've waited all week for you to make this one. Woke up in the middle of the night to handle nature's call and saw the notification this video dropped. So I watched in bed. Wife nudged me, "what are you doing? It's 2:30am and that light is bright?! "I'm watching Scott's truck tour!!!" "Who the hell is Scott?"
Anyways, this was perfect. And thank you for the great videos week to week.
Glad you asked for it. I have some kind of fascination sickness for work trucks
Curtis McMinn
FUNNY AF!
"Jake from StateFarm at 2 in the morning"????
LMAO
"Who the hell is Scott?" LOL.
This man is super sure about everything in his life
Lmao
That can actually be very bad sometimes
cartola48 only if you’re wrong
Catchy comment. But I personally don't think so. He does however, look like he's truly content with what he has and what he does. And that's always a great foundation for glowing confidence and healthy self-esteem.
Yeah, capability and knowledge will have that side effect. It's called confidence.
Thanks for the advice. Keeping people in touch with loving their crafts and thinking outside the box really carries a value to me. Thanks
One of the best videos.
I am enjoying setting up my first new truck in 31 years. Ford F-350 single rear wheel, diesel, 4wd, crew cab, short bed and it even has air conditioning!
For my business bed space is important, but so is clean extra space in the cab for mobile office, clothing and gear for staying at a jobsite for up to 3 days, sensitive tools, photography gear, water, and some grub.
If I could spend the day with anyone it would be this guy ! Just live everything he does and the way he does it. What a gem . I lost my dad in 2014 and he was an amazing carpenter , taught me everything , you remind me of him so much its scary! Thank you for being here, much respect!
Wow, that is a beautifully laid out work truck. I’m a 22 year old apprentice and I aspire to be as skilled as you one day. Thanks for making the videos!
what an awesome setup! thanks for sharing
oh man hey Rich, nice to see you here. i guess its as they say, the best learns from the best. albeit one is a framer and the other a finisher. lol
I got a 2019 F450 with a 12ft utility bed and the 6.7l diesel and am currently outfitting it with everything I need for concrete work. I appreciate the video!
Enjoy your payment?
@@larryp3641 enjoy owning a junk Ford
I love the sound of those old fords. Glad he put that at the end.
As a contractor myself I have also made customizations to the interior of a 3/4 ton van, but sir !!you have set the standard
At 6:00 -- The best advice to young workers, ever! Protect and preserve your back. Those of us in our 50s, 60s, and beyond know firsthand how important this advice really is.
Started working at 14 putting in boilers. I'm 30 now and my back is the least of my problems.
Can't say I've had the roughest life, but my dad was a boatswain's mate in the Navy - coming off a farm - and did other physical jobs in his career. My mother was a licensed practical nurse. They both stressed proper body mechanics.
Began my work career as a temporary laborer. Used to jump off truck docks until an older worker cautioned me to avoid doing that to protect my back. I made the connection that I only had so many jumps in my back before I'd have problems.
I wish I would’ve listened to that advise.
Thanks for sharing. Im impressed with your ability to create that which does not exist or work for your needs. Any business advice is always appreciated.
13 minutes of golden knowledge right there-thank you for all these videos. My only thought on the overall setup might be storing the most frequently used items on the passenger/curb side of the truck so you’re not exposed to as much traffic when parked on the street. I know from other videos you are often on a dedicated worksite or rural area so this is more of a suggestion for urban environments. Love your videos. It’s like getting back lost time with my dad/grandpa. I miss those days with them learning man stuff.
I went out and bought one of these trucks specifically because of your recommendation it will be a wonderful work truck to last me the rest of my life by the time I’m done with it thank you love your videos
"An air hose will blow out" sounds like personal experience talking there haha
Yep
the smile said it was
That seemed obvious. I mean, it's an air hose. It's supposed to blow out, right?
@@frankmurphy5 😂👍👍👍
@@frankmurphy5 But it does depend on on what end your holding on to. 🤔😂
The part (s) that I love about your videos is that you never cease to compliment others higher than yourself. While many of us know all too well that you are a very intelligent experienced craftsmen with a plethora of genius. Lord bless your life and those of whom has been touched by your presence.
That hitch is brilliant! Thanks for showcasing your work truck. She's a beauty!
Love those 7.3Ls. Skookum as frig. Favourite engine hands down. Drove an '02 with ~250k miles on it and it keeps going. Greater than the distance to the moon. Astounding
It’s crazy how smart this guy is.
Wow that truck is a dream for me, that crane is absolutely amazing. Getting my degree in construction management and working with a commercial contractor right now helping with odd jobs. Your videos are super helpful.
I would a absolutely love a truck like that. My dad had two Ford flatbeds, both manual trans, and I have a soft spot in my heart for them now.
I’ve watched this video now at least 10x. Absolutely love this set up
Same!!
He just posted an update.
I've been planning my service truck for years can never seem to get everything incorporated and still have any truck bed but this is truly impressive this is the first time I've watched one of these and not had a few big improvements pop in my head you've got it figured out congrats brother
P.S. I'm stealing a few ideas from your truck to use in mine
As a GC I can see why you would have that set up.
But as a high end finish carpenter in can tell you nothing beats an extended CHEVY/GMC 2500. Sliding door unit.
Tons of room, quiet ride, lots of power and I’ve set it up to hold every tool I need for a Mobile remote shop. And still have room for full sheets of plywood or sheet rock.
Rain and snow don’t mess up my materials or tools. I can store everything in the custom bins and shelves. I’ve created slide in/out storage containers for specialty tools. Plus I ride in complete comfort and style. Everything has a place, because I built it, I know how it works.
I love your channel and videos. I’m constantly learning and challenging my skill set and at 59, I’m still out working the 20 somethings. Mostly because I can show up on time sober. Plus people are willing to pay for skills that work. Not jobs that pay. I take the big and small stuff, and always give more than I’m asked for. Quality has to be first. Speed comes. If it’s right the first time, they figure out it’s worth it. And I never pay to advertise my work skills. My great customers make sure all their friends and family know who did this work.
Thanks for sharing. God bless your family!
Gosh if one day I end up like this man i would not be disappointed with my life
I wish I had You in my family. Working or just living with you seems so joyful and fulfilling. You would be a great teacher/mentor/father figure in any man or womans life. We need more people like You.
One of the best laid out work trucks I have ever seen.
Awesome rig! I’m just starting out in carpentry I have a Ford Explorer 2003 with over 230,000 miles and still runs like a champ never lets me down. I love my ford built tough!
That's literally one of the most impressive things I've ever seen. So glad I subscribed. You're a dying breed my friend. Keep it up!
Amen
Awesome rig man! We purchased a F550 12ft dump truck & spent tons of time outfitting it with all sorts of tool boxes, extra climb up steps/ladders, extra safety lights, ect....outfitting your daily equipment is very gratifying
I learn something every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you for your time and the energy that you put into them. That adjustable hitch is a very clever idea!
been a mechanic for 25 yrs, that's an excellent drive train
I love this tank, I'll be building a flat bed similar to this for concrete work next year! Thanks for the great ideas!
One of the best trucks I have seen in my 30 years out there. Not for show, purely to get the job done efficiently. While a 3/4 ton with a service bed goes far, I now want to add a crane. I try to take better care of the back, that would do wonders. Thanks for keeping your videos pointed and on track, this is like working a build along side of you picking up new little bits along the way.
Your attention to detail and pride in your craft shows through in this video. Keep up the good work!
About 15 years ago, I lived in texas and built flatbed truck bodies from scratch and we would install them as well, sometimes I'd get a guy who knew exactly what he needed out of a flatbed and I would build it to his specs. Learned alot from them as I went along and it grew my wealth of knowledge, this of course was before I became disabled about 10 years ago when I was driving a medium/heavy duty tow truck and got hit by a car. Anyways, just an idea for you here, you could easily take those 2 job box's you have there and cut out the outside facing panel and weld in hinges so that when you open the lid, the face would lay down just like your bottom box's do and it would create a desk like feature along with making it so you wouldn't have to climb up the side of the truck and lift your tools up and over like that.. Would save your back too ;) awsome build for sure and thanks for all the videos you take time to make and share with all of us..
What an incredibly well thought out piece of equipment. Kudos to you and George Smith. Easily , one of your best videos to date.
What a great design and efficient use of every inch of space! As soon as I saw the preview of the video, I just knew that those models of Ford would not let you down. I am from Texas and we love trucks, but not everyone understands which trucks are the real tanks and which are just made of "plastic". The way you expressed your thoughts about the truck sure made clear what you have gotten from it, only great performance. I am only 23, but trust me when I say this, I've been through quite enough, work, college, etc... and I know a thing or two. In my house we have 3 Fords 7.3s and some other regular pickups. Those turbo diesel engines never fail! I love the channel, learning as much and as fast as I can. I am about to build my first 2 story little apartment in the back of my house for myself and I hope I can apply what I've seen so far and done in the past. Keep up the great work! Thank you for passing on your knowledge, that's all we can leave behind. I know that Oregon is a beautiful state, I hope I can visit one day. God bless y'all!
“An air house will blow out” hahah sounds like you know from experience... beautiful set up I love your videos i just turned 22, a year and a half into construction and absolutely love it! Your videos are a great inspiration to me and I’ve learned a lot from them, thank you!
I’d love to have that set up!
grettings from argentina, watching your videos make me think other world is posible, a better one.
I admire your will to do it better, to do it yourself, asking to who knows more, and to make it for the well of others
Sweet rig. I bet it makes your life a lot easier.
Nothing like having the tools you need where you want them to be.
I worked building truck bodies for some time. This video took me back to the good ole days.
Manual Trans, now that's a truck I like for sure.
The manual transmission also keeps all of the Young Folks from trying to steal the truck cuz they can't drive it worth a crap
@@loganharrington6017 am 19 i never drove a non manual car, altho to be fair in my countries automatics are rare
I knew that had to be the second he said use 4 low to back up windy driveways. Only way to go man.
Manual is the way to go
@@loganharrington6017 more young kids are starting to drive manual because it's cool. The 40 year old middle aged parents are the ones who can't drive stick now lol
You just keep getting cooler and cooler. Thank you for sharing. One of the best laid out work trucks I've ever seen. I'm a cube van guy myself we get some nasty winters up here so the van makes life a lot easier.
Whether you're a van guy or a truck guy we can all agree the one you want is the 7.3 navistar. To the young folks looking for one you want a ford diesel made between 1993 and 2001. Beware the 6.0 diesel it's no good at all! I've heard excellent things about the post 2010 6.7 diesels from ford if you want something newer.
Again thank you for sharing! Your experience and knowledge is priceless!
Aside from the truck,(which is awesome), YOU, seem like a really cool guy.
Enjoy many of your videos. You are very knowledgable. I wish you were in my area, and I needed work to be done.
This is awesome. I just got a little F150 4.2 (cheap) with ~112k miles.
I'm a step above handyman and step below contractor, so I'm at the point now where I have to build a tool truck. This video gave me so many ideas even if I'm not building a tank.
Thanks! Your videos have helped me in my business so much!
As a contractor. This truck is priceless! It's all of my dreams rolled up in to one. I literally just feel in love all over again.
Another great video. Agreed, 7.3 series was the best thing ford ever did. Love sending your videos to the young men on my crews. Finally a craftsman that is video logging some of the basics. A preservation to the skilled forces out there!
Interesting ??? This made my day : ) What's more is the appreciation, understanding, satisfaction and joy that you so obviously have and get from The Tool Tank. Long may she rumble !
Your last three minutes are great. Don’t be afraid to take on a job that requires more infrastructure. Love it
Great personalization of your truck. It fits you and your work style. I do the same, only wish more contractors would think like this and not only chase the $$$ but put more into quality!
How much I admire this guy..truly exceptional as a contractor but he gets it. He loves and appreciates everything he is blessed to have and obviously values his friendships with workers, takes every opportunity to express those good sentiments. He has appreciation for knowledge and wisdom and exemplifies it. I feel the same but what is most relatable is the happiness he receives from it all. I love the drop hitch solution, and stuff like that is like a high five throughout the like minded community. Excellent videos as always.
I have a 7.3 1996 model with 190k miles. People always stop me and compliment or try to buy. Great trucks and I love how you've modified yours.
Designed and built like a fire truck. A place for everything and everything in its place and enough equipment to tackle a wide range of situations - very impressive truck - Thanks for the tour!
This was super interesting. I want a truck like this so bad. I have no use for it either, but it's just so damn cool! Guys and their trucks, I guess. I certainly can't explain it. Not to mention it was designed with a friend. What a truck. What a story.
Cool truck and well designed. I have been considering building a flatbed and front bumper for my 93 F250 4x4. So it was with great interest and appreciation that I watched this. Thanks for making my goals seem more attainable!
A load of great ideas there, thanks for showing us your rig. This reminds me of little things my dad would do to his work vehicles to make them handy.
Its weird how different people envy different things in life. Growing up in an urban environment, i never would've imagined myself being envious of an old timer and his old work truck. Now, I'm almost thirty, a carpenter by trade and do all kinds of restoration work as hobby; I don't look forward to much in my next thirty years except an even cooler(not nicer) work truck and shop. Thanks for all the amazing video!
What is really nice is having a roller on the back of the roof rack. It can be a bit lower than the surface so the load wont rest on it. A roller is great to load lumber and ladders, it is a breeze.
I’ve been a carpenter for over 25 years I’ve used 3/4 ton vans trucks with racks your tool tank is just awesome really enjoyed the video
Friggin Awesome Truck! The guy thinks about every move he makes! I would pay him to work with him for a year!
Nice video. I agree about the Ford diesels. I had an 86 F350 with the 6.9 and 4 spd. Loved it. The best part of the video is when he gets in, starts it up (and you hear the engine's growl) and he drives away.
Beautiful truck! Well done, sir!! I love and can’t stop watching/listening to your videos! I have family in Mesa so maybe I’ll see you around when I’m visiting. Thank you for passing on your valuable knowledge, I’m happy I found you on here!
I seriously want to work with/for this guy. Look at the work ethic, look at the skill! I would much rather work with my hands in the outdoors than be in manufacturing as I am. To go home tired from a productive days work, yet feel healthy about it and look at what you accomplished for years to come. That is what life is about.
Sweet! Gotta say I just made the investment on a knack box for my ole work truck. Which is only interesting bc your skil saw video changed my life, and I can't say I've had a full day without making a cut/eyeballing a 42-49 degree rip. Thanks EC!
That's the coolest truck I've ever seen. Looks like I'm going in the garage this weekend and making a few modifications on my ol' Chevy. This was inspiring
Am annoyed I can only like once. Nicely designed and done Scott!
He's a good teacher. Would love to apprentice under a man like this. Most people have no idea how to lead nor teach; he has both evidently.
22 year old appreciating the knowledge 👍👍
Thought 96 was the last of that style
Naui Diver 1996 was for 1/2 ton trucks, 3/4 and one ton trucks got redesigned in 99.
Aren’t they all tools that you may or may not need. Just having fun with you. That is the perfect tool/work truck built by a genius to improve work efficiency and productivity. Very impressive.
Sweet truck. This rig was really well thought out. This has given me some great ideas to do on my build!
You did a fantastic job on this, honestly. As someone who has spent hours pondering something similar you have almost nothing you don’t need in it. Great job appreciate you sharing.
Favorite line of the video “these are the tools... that I may need, or I may not need” 😂
I don't remember seeing a gun in there either...
Very manly.
Really enjoy your videos im a roofer by trade and had a work related accident that has put me at the house for almost four months your channel has given me so much joy and motivates me everyday to learn and grow to become an essential craftsman myself i have since got my general contracting books and enrolled in online classes to obtain my license and go in business for myself thank you! and as soon i get back to work i will be a patreon and buy some clothes to support you guys!
By far this is still my favorite rig on TH-cam
5.9 cummins,7.3 powerstroke ,2 of the best diesel engines ever produced and put in a light truck for pulling and work.They have a very primitive computer and virtually no emission nonsense,you picked the right truck for years of service,great choice,love it!
There are television channels that would love to air your segments, I can guarantee that.
I am a disabled 70 year old phone repairman and I just loved this Tool Tank!!! I had a 4X4 Dodge truck that Ma Bell thought I no longer needed in Southeastern Ohio between I 70 and I 77 along the Ohio River. That old truck would climb a tree if the bark didn't give way! But the powers that be in Chicago thought they knew more that the guys in the field did and took them all away and gave most of us bucket trucks.... Now a bucket truck is just great in the city but this area is hills and hollers gravel and mud roads and a bucket truck here is a total joke!!! I spend the last 3 getting stuck almost 3 or 4 times a week!!! I would have just loved to have a truck like the one you showed us!!!
Just about every video that I’ve seen of yours is interesting to me. I really appreciate your efforts in creating this TH-cam channel and wish you much success with it.
I don’t comment very often but I had to say thank you for making and posting this vid. I came across it completely by accident but, you provided a huge amount of information and inspiration to continue building my three truck Chevy fleet. I’m looking to build a few rigs that offer welding and mechanical services and there is very limited info on TH-cam at this time. Thanks once again
This is what you get when you learn you can write things off on your taxes
jgerke55 wait how does this work ? Would you happen to have an article about this ? Does all the money he spent on his truck goes as 'business expense' ?
@@BeholdEmir of course it. is all a legitimate business expense.
@@BeholdEmir if its used for business then yes all the tools are work related you so claim them against taxes you owe as your re investing in your business
This is what was explained to me. I am not giving legal or accounting or tax advice. I am repeating this for your benefit.
Keep every receipt and write on it exactly what it is for later reference. Some items are treated as an expense in the tax year of purchase and others are depreciated over a period of years - there is a big difference.
Read Internal Revenue Code Section 179 which can give wonderful financial benefits to a business. It allows you to treat certain items as both a total expense in the year purchased AND also depreciate the item over a period of years. Yes, allowed double deduction.
When you have a real business you need to take steps to protect yourself and assets from potential future liability claims. Even in the best situations liability risk can develop - why we have liability insurance. So hire a lawyer to create an LLC or equivalent in your state. Then ask him to create contracts or whatever for your involved in your business. Also hire a good accountant to keep records, give financial direction and advice, and prepare tax returns and documents.
Depending on how your business expenses are structured, and if you were to use the vehicle for non-business purposes, you may only be able to deduct the percent used for business. But yeah, since the expenses reduce reported income, it's like getting 20-30% back on what you spend on your vehicle.
Great truck. Perfect layout. When you started it up it brought me right back to our old mason dump. Good stuff.
Clack, clack, clack, Grrrrrroom. Miss the old 7.3 I use to drive. Very nice rig.
Scott, this video, as all of your videos, is deeply interesting and satisfying. I come back to it every few months to watch it over again. Especially when I'm brainstorming ideas for my own work van. It fuels my creativity and gets me excited to build something for myself.
Watched one video and subscribed, even though I think I'll never be as hard core as you are, I sure do appreciate the videos. BTW the main reason I subscribed is because I really like the way that you communicate and explain things, even though I know very little, I feel like I learn a little every time.
Thank you!
Very cool truck. Love the added utility that the crane adds. Thanks for the tour
When that compressor quits, try a Rolair “The Bull” FC2002. I have one and it looks to be of the same design and size.
Absolutely Love The Tool-Tank!
I'm so glad I came across your channel there are so many things I had questions about that now I can get the correct answers thanks
The tool tank has made me relize that I myself can now come up with unique ideals on what it is I work out of. This is a two year vid I would have love to have know about sooner
This IS interesting! and I love seeing this kind of stuff. Helps me lay the plans for my own one day.
I am in the process of doing the same as you. Your detail to the trucks specs is just what i want. Thanks for the presentation. I am a welder and concrete guy and structural retrofit-er this is perfect.