How to Metal Etch Your Tools

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  • @970SHR
    @970SHR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Man, this was so easy! I recentlyt jumped into knife making and all the machine etching tutorials I saw were nothing but discouraging. Thanks a lot Chris!!

    • @ihavecrabs6765
      @ihavecrabs6765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm just customizing my knives lol but I would love to get into knife making

    • @mrtunes5404
      @mrtunes5404 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ihavecrabs6765 I got into it, it’s not the easiest but very fun and rewarding in the end, would definitely recommend.

  • @jamesmonahan1819
    @jamesmonahan1819 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1194

    You should really mark that blinker fluid left or right, or you could end up making a wrong turn.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      +James Monahan haha good call!

    • @papagoos
      @papagoos 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ChrisFix

    • @tomm9003
      @tomm9003 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Before or after packing the muffler bearings?

    • @jamesmonahan1819
      @jamesmonahan1819 8 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Tom M My uncle said always run the muffler bearings dry. the stuff you pack in there just attracts dirt. He was a real mechanic he could change the engine in his Monte Carlo in 5 minutes with a screwdriver and a pair of vice grips and no hoist.
      He used to have every tool that snap on made but he stamped them all with his name and it caused micro fractures to form and they all broke, and snap on wouldn't give him new ones because he put his name on them.
      Once he got a flat left front tire and he didn't have a jack, so he put on the parking brake, put it in drive, and threw a brick in the gas peddle, and the torque lifted up the left front tire so he could change it, with his screwdriver and Vice Grips. He said if it would have been a back tire he would have used reverse.

    • @flying2bill
      @flying2bill 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      haahahahha best comment on the whole thread, I think I split my side, and to think all these years of packing muffler bearings I've just been causing their early demise and causing my customers needless expense

  • @robbob8050
    @robbob8050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1182

    I turned all my harbor fraught into snap off.

    • @CarminesRCTipsandTricks
      @CarminesRCTipsandTricks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Pretty sure he meant Snap OFF...
      Most old Wrenches called it that.

    • @coreymcfarland7907
      @coreymcfarland7907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Fraught?

    • @chikendagr8994
      @chikendagr8994 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Rob Bob I woulda done Strap On

    • @bassgitter3929
      @bassgitter3929 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      It's funny because it's a rip off of snap on and a warning of what will literally happen when you use them

    • @rocketman6478
      @rocketman6478 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@maverickd.t.l.9749 that totally went over your head, don't worry. He used the exact words he intended on using.

  • @jerrycalderon6948
    @jerrycalderon6948 4 ปีที่แล้ว +493

    I work at a body shop and people are constantly stealing each other’s tools this is Awesome

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      Now you'll know whose tools are whose!

    • @plaguex1
      @plaguex1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Jerry calderon you ever try it?

    • @panzerwaffen2873
      @panzerwaffen2873 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm still on provention ...broke three fingers to a mother fucker that was taking my tools ...

    • @chickensfloat7427
      @chickensfloat7427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Theres a thing called an engraver ya know?

    • @GoldyCraft79
      @GoldyCraft79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a body shop and a auto shop and my friends constantly take each other’s tools lol.

  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2229

    First

  • @chaseanderson9470
    @chaseanderson9470 8 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    If there was or is a mechanic competition. Chris would win the competition.

    • @chaseanderson9470
      @chaseanderson9470 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Unanimously

    • @thenamesjonny9473
      @thenamesjonny9473 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Chase Anderson (The All Around Bros) Doubt it hes a good fixer upper but he's nowhere near the league of professionals who do this everyday for a living or the speed competitions held here in the US look it up its called SkillsUSA (SkillzUSA I dont remember) and those guys range frok high school to college students and there better than some people in the industry.

    • @waynerhea6649
      @waynerhea6649 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +TheNamesJonny well he is not a professional hes a diy person.

    • @DENicholsAutoBravado
      @DENicholsAutoBravado 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wayne, I think it's fair to say he does this for a living.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks Chase!

  • @thisaznboi88
    @thisaznboi88 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1138

    If you etch those other socket 10mm they will all disappear even thought they are not actually 10mm

    • @Samu-Ryan
      @Samu-Ryan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Why is this so true!!!

    • @EDivMountie
      @EDivMountie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Omg. That is hilariously true.

    • @percyjackson2800
      @percyjackson2800 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      And if you find it, it’s alway long after it’s no longer needed and the project or repair is done and gone.

    • @untrainedprofessionals2374
      @untrainedprofessionals2374 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      So true. It use to be 1/2"

    • @ModdedAcort
      @ModdedAcort 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      this made me lol

  • @mariusvanniekerk7707
    @mariusvanniekerk7707 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1369

    Here in South Africa we don't have alligator clips, only crocodile clips.

    • @sunsoutgunsout2046
      @sunsoutgunsout2046 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Guess you won't be doing any etching

    • @skhumbuzocele1330
      @skhumbuzocele1330 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It is the samething...

    • @sunsoutgunsout2046
      @sunsoutgunsout2046 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@skhumbuzocele1330 oh no, them crocs are much more agressive;)

    • @mariusvanniekerk7707
      @mariusvanniekerk7707 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@skhumbuzocele1330 just kidding

    • @kaPPseLL
      @kaPPseLL 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      LOL... Dunno why, but I almost died reading this while drinking. Legendary!
      There are no aligator or crocs in East Europe, but we had comunism not so long ago and now have tyranny of short old virgin (yup - Poland). I wonder will it be enough haha

  • @JoseSalinas-JJS7104
    @JoseSalinas-JJS7104 5 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Hey ChrisFix! Yesterday, May 10th was Mother’s Day in Mexico. Since my whole family is Mexican i decided to make my mom this as a gift for her. My Mother likes to fix cars and motors. So i decided to create this awesome tool set for her with her name and her date of birth. I gave it to her as a gift to Mother’s Day. She loved it!! Thanks ChrisFix!

    • @Alexander_l322
      @Alexander_l322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That’s really awesome 😊

    • @MyUnquenchableThirst
      @MyUnquenchableThirst 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      you put her DOB on there? women don't typically like for others to know their age. but maybe it's different in Mexico. anyway that's so cool she like to fix stuff

    • @JamButter123
      @JamButter123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Damn! Your mother is so cool!

    • @thomasr1051
      @thomasr1051 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Way to go bud! What a lucky mom

    • @TruckTaxiMoveIt
      @TruckTaxiMoveIt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@MyUnquenchableThirst his mom is clearly atypical. Certainly not a bad thing

  • @ryguyrepairs
    @ryguyrepairs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    3:10 why I always keep the positive terminal FAR AWAY from the negative terminal
    I watch your videos everyday

  • @guyonlead
    @guyonlead 8 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    I usually just eye ball it. Works 60% of the time, every time

  • @anthonymata3266
    @anthonymata3266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I have to say, your videos never cease to amaze me... Always knowledgeable about what I'm watching, and as always... Simplified so that anyone can learn and do the work themselves... I do mechanic work as a hobby, even went to school and everything. I can't tell you howany of your videos I have forwarded and shared to friends and family to watch and do their work at home... Some even come to my shop to do their work and use my tools, but are always excited because you taught them something new... Now my brother is etching all of my tools with bare metal after watching this video with me... Haha... Good work man

  • @dumbcat
    @dumbcat 8 ปีที่แล้ว +337

    I was at a junk yard pulling parts and two different dudes tried to steal my toolbox. I barely caught them both times and they just laughed like they steal tools all the time. Watch your tools. I think some creeps pay the $1 admission fee at junkyards to hopefully sneak out with $100 in tools.

    • @VladTheImpalerTepesIII
      @VladTheImpalerTepesIII 8 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Just buy Harbor Freight tools and no one will want to steal them ;)

    • @baxrok2.
      @baxrok2. 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Interesting. My local yard isn't that busy, but I still keep my tools very close by me at all times.

    • @dumbcat
      @dumbcat 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      *****
      My tools were very close. The thieves are incredibly sneaky.

    • @All2Skitzd
      @All2Skitzd 8 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Yeah I doubt they are checking brands, if they see a easy buck it don't.
      Here's how life works when your in the hood. A branded and stickered work truck comes in for repair, the truck has nothing in the cab so it is left unlocked but has cars parked behind it to block it in. Thieves bust out the window of the unlocked truck, fuck the dash trim up to steal the factory radio that had nothing special going on. The owner used to chase and fire his gun off at people like that when he caught them, but times have changed and #blacklifesmatter

    • @dumbcat
      @dumbcat 8 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      All2skitzd
      Well, I was in a junkyard that is amazingly well kept and clean, in a nice neighborhood and both men who tried to steal my tools were white.

  • @Samuel-km5yf
    @Samuel-km5yf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    This is so cool. This weekend, I'm going to etch "Chris Fix" into every tool in my garage!

    • @432b86ed
      @432b86ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol

  • @amstudioprojects
    @amstudioprojects 8 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Awesome work looks like a factory finish!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      +amstudio thanks

    • @ryguyrepairs
      @ryguyrepairs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix I love your videos

  • @Dengar97
    @Dengar97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Thank you very much for this exciting video, Chris! I have two wardrobes/lockers at my workplace, but the two keys are unmarked and look identical so I never know which one opens which locker! Tonight I tried to etch the numbers on them using your method and it was a breeze! I admit it didn't turn out perfectly, but I am very proud of it since it is my first time ever doing something like this, and I am very excited to do it again!

  • @Gaet649
    @Gaet649 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You and Scotty Kilmer are the best mechanics on TH-cam! You guys always get straight to the point of your videos and don't waste time talking unlike other mechanics on TH-cam!

    • @grape1829
      @grape1829 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jarl Dovah Scotty's cool but he leaves out a lot of reasoning which makes it harder to attempt workarounds when things don't go exactly as planned.

    • @CarminesRCTipsandTricks
      @CarminesRCTipsandTricks 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You mean like Macalukalukaluk or whoever he is?

    • @Shalmaneser1
      @Shalmaneser1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It seems to be a disease... They leave things out and/or they bring their kids/mates along. I'll watch all the home videos in the world if it also means they hit all the talking points.

  • @presleyclark7201
    @presleyclark7201 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    This helped me a lot I just did this on some wrenches for my dads birthday, I think he's going to love it thanks so much!

    • @kjenk19
      @kjenk19 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Presley Clark how’d it go?

    • @SpikeSpigel123
      @SpikeSpigel123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think that his dad didnt love it

    • @averybartosh5606
      @averybartosh5606 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      its been 3 years i think his dad killed him

  • @smartthinkerg8129
    @smartthinkerg8129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Chris you have a talent in editing . I enjoy your videos ,get to the point criteria videos .clear to understand . Thanks for helpful information videos .

  • @aREALBADMOFO
    @aREALBADMOFO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guy does everything. Where does he find the time? I'm so busy sleeping that it's hard to find time to do anything like this. It's already bad enough that I get woken up by myself to get up and go take a piss. Amazing!

  • @ottoleisering7855
    @ottoleisering7855 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Talk about an enthusiastic presentation. I etched my kids names on the stainless steel refrigerator. My wife hates it since I did it "freehand", the kids love it.

    • @philindeblanc
      @philindeblanc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      All his videos are done by a voice over artist...LOL jk

  • @turq57
    @turq57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Chris. I love that you use Harbor Freight tools like most of us on a tight budget. Thanks for these tips.

  • @oatlord
    @oatlord 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love those small hammers. Had the exact one. Recently it's tube steel handle bent so I replaced it with a solid steel stud.
    Perfect size and weight to carry around.

  • @ReaIHuman
    @ReaIHuman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the blinker fluid on the table

  • @emreevo8
    @emreevo8 7 ปีที่แล้ว +588

    Those 10-dollar sockets are now 18 dollars.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      Dang really?

    • @raabsand
      @raabsand 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Use the 25% off coupon

    • @otto432
      @otto432 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      $22 now

    • @oliviawu7625
      @oliviawu7625 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Now there 47,34

    • @otto432
      @otto432 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wei wu wrong currency

  • @MegaLostOne
    @MegaLostOne 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well I gave this a try and it worked great.
    I ended up using a 12 volt 1 amp motor cycle battery charger with some vinegar and rock salt mixed (rock salt had a hard time diluting) then I cleaned my sockets off and used cold gun blueing to darken the lettering. The etching process had no problem cutting through the chrome plating.
    Thanks for the vid.

  • @bnandez
    @bnandez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks man, this was super helpful. I’ve been wanting to get into etching for a while, and I had no idea it was really this simple until I stumbled across your video

  • @magaan4717
    @magaan4717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Chris. I have three days to get all my tools etched and this is by far the smartest method I’ve seen that will work. I’ll let you know how I did.

  • @tomjames5613
    @tomjames5613 7 ปีที่แล้ว +401

    Nice. Didn’t think etching was so easy. My wife isn’t going to like you. I’m going to start etching everything 😂😂

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      +Tom James haha I’m glad the video was helpful!

    • @arleyrivas9963
      @arleyrivas9963 7 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      I etched the fridge she wasn't happy so I put her name on the washing machine

    • @ahtishamgm889
      @ahtishamgm889 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lols hahahaha

    • @amonGustavo07
      @amonGustavo07 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Be careful etch fucking burns

    • @oatlord
      @oatlord 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      "V A G I N A"
      She won't appreciate that so do when she's asleep.

  • @peterthinks
    @peterthinks 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Saw this at 11 pm. By midnight I had my name on my favorite wrench!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +peterthinks awesome!!!!

  • @hostesstwinkie2841
    @hostesstwinkie2841 8 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    hey Chris I couldn't find soapy wooder in the description :)

    • @johnstorton
      @johnstorton 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And he didn't mention what he wiped the sockets with. ;)

  • @alexandercahoulan6583
    @alexandercahoulan6583 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    man this guy has so much motivation to do these videos, edit them (professionally), learn new things and work on cars, while etching tools, cleaning tires, painting tires, fixing scratches...etc. Like damn this guy is TYPE A up the ass. God bless him for it. Wish I was type A. Im very Type B. "Oh shit now I have to fix it."

  • @Hamisxa
    @Hamisxa 8 ปีที่แล้ว +252

    Thats a lot of blinker fluid Chris. Are you planning on buying a BMW?

    • @jordangladden
      @jordangladden 8 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      +Hamisxa remember, BMWs require synthetic blinker fluid.

    • @ΑΡΗΣΚΟΡΝΑΡΑΚΗΣ
      @ΑΡΗΣΚΟΡΝΑΡΑΚΗΣ 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +Jordan Gladden mine requires only fuel, oil, coolant, and tyres

    • @ΑΡΗΣΚΟΡΝΑΡΑΚΗΣ
      @ΑΡΗΣΚΟΡΝΑΡΑΚΗΣ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      George Robartes they are going like the smartphones.

    • @cadebrown4067
      @cadebrown4067 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not that they need it anyway

    • @MarthyM
      @MarthyM 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's that Citroen doesn't have much value when you buy it. BMW does, and nobody wants to buy a used one, because when you have a BMW (meaning a real car, not SUV), you're a lot more likely to go rough with the car, meaning the second owner might have to pay for all your repairs, and nobody wants to risk it.

  • @LanzaLanguage
    @LanzaLanguage 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Worked great, even with a 9 volt battery. Thank you for this tutorial!

  • @benny868
    @benny868 8 ปีที่แล้ว +824

    Now I can make all my cheap shit tools into Snap-On tools.

    • @maxisbored
      @maxisbored 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ahahaha, i came here to post the same thing

    • @issacf4416
      @issacf4416 8 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Benny2980 and sell them on Craigslist!!

    • @brandonquenneville7330
      @brandonquenneville7330 8 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      nowadays snap-on have gotten cheaper than 20 year ago tools*

    • @szymonlajca9839
      @szymonlajca9839 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol

    • @alteredwolf8791
      @alteredwolf8791 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Benny2980 cool

  • @davidhayden9336
    @davidhayden9336 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    YOU DO A GREAT SERVICE TO YOUNG FOLKS THAT NEVER KNEW THEY COULD FIX THEIR RIDE INSTEAD OF GETTING RIPPED OFF. SCHOOL THEM ON BUYING CHEAP PARTS IF YOU HAVEN'T YET.

  • @Tylerl128
    @Tylerl128 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The Science side of TH-cam is the best side of TH-cam.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For sure!

    • @Tylerl128
      @Tylerl128 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      love your channel man

    • @philindeblanc
      @philindeblanc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unless you watch faked nasa moonlanding videos

  • @evanmiller3386
    @evanmiller3386 7 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    "Borrow" some nail polish (Without Getting Caught) LOL!

    • @tanisjulliannawhitemiller395
      @tanisjulliannawhitemiller395 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Evan your joke killed me! ☠

    • @dishman8595
      @dishman8595 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don’t get caught with moly lube
      Or get it on the white couch

    • @airplanemechanic5561
      @airplanemechanic5561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She’ll be glad your not painting your nails.

    • @jeremyhanna3852
      @jeremyhanna3852 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Please women always got a color or 2 they thought would b great and it wasn't just ask

  • @dattape2828
    @dattape2828 8 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    nobody ever stole any of my tools. I etched "fat chick" on it.

  • @EminoMeneko
    @EminoMeneko 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got this video recommended because I watched some other video.
    It works with copper sulfate and it need no external power source + not dangerous.
    This is the ID of the video. I won't give a link because YT bots seem to delete comments like that.
    Just replace the it of any video with this one in the URL and you're done.
    YmRrS_tlD5k
    The technique presented here is interesting too. It seems to go deeper in the metal which can be indeed very interesting.

  • @joedejesus6363
    @joedejesus6363 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your "The Man" Chris. I really enjoy your video's. You are the best for the DIY person. Thanks for this Awesome video on "Tool Etching" .

  • @bignick45
    @bignick45 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant! Thank you. Getting older and my eyes aren't what they used to be.

  • @reyanshroutray5648
    @reyanshroutray5648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow at almost 7.5 mil subs he is out here spending 4 hours a day repliying to comments. You are great

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks a lot! I love seeing what you guys have to say!

  • @benchod3576
    @benchod3576 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're amazing Chris. It's because of you I stated working on my own cars. You made it look so easy. Now I'm going to etch my own tools so whoever comes in my garage think my a real mechanic 😂
    Thanks Chrisfix

  • @spacerconrad
    @spacerconrad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    My wife knew I was always looking for a 10mm, so she engraved the whole set as 10mm. She's so pleased with herself...

    • @LonneLpp
      @LonneLpp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If true your wife is funny but completely threw you in a loop hahahaha

    • @zigzag7194
      @zigzag7194 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So if every socket is 10mm do you still have a 10mm socket. ? 😂😂🇬🇧

    • @zigzag7194
      @zigzag7194 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      In other words you shouldn't have a socket set left 😂😂😂👍🏿

  • @Dan988R
    @Dan988R 5 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    You should do an update on how this has held up.

    • @itsruf1
      @itsruf1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Gallow Black in theory. .

    • @justanotheryoutuber5228
      @justanotheryoutuber5228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Rust

    • @itsruf1
      @itsruf1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@justanotheryoutuber5228 Yes. Look close at the final photo. They look like $hit and the fluid weeped under the crummy tape. Those are horrible. All his videos are old-man-hacks.
      Edit: thanks I vented.

    • @justanotheryoutuber5228
      @justanotheryoutuber5228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@itsruf1 I mean tools will rust and I'm pretty sure if you cared enough you could keep a maintenance on it

    • @HondoTrailside
      @HondoTrailside 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If you are worried about rust, just use some gun blue and then wax on them. Should hold up in small areas and reasonable conditions. You can also etch stainless, but it normally is done with a stronger acid.

  • @zazatrading3473
    @zazatrading3473 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This deserves a thumbs up I usualy never like any videos but this was pretty damn amazing

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Henry!

    • @Alien_Spores
      @Alien_Spores 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      ageed

    • @zazatrading3473
      @zazatrading3473 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      ChrisFix no problem but i meant to say that i hardly thumbs up videos on youtube but keep up the good work

  • @tuckera1879
    @tuckera1879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best things I did for my shop was go through and organize/buy new sockets throughout the entire shop. Running all Craftsman sockets now, love how they mark them and only the 10mms are missing so far lol

  • @carsman-hb8hz
    @carsman-hb8hz 8 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Chris fix your a cool TH-camr

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      +powerfull machines 765 thanks

    • @carsman-hb8hz
      @carsman-hb8hz 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome I love your videos

    • @sirtimatbob
      @sirtimatbob 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's why he has blinker fluid. LMAO.

  • @TonyMoe2009
    @TonyMoe2009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Some years ago a colleague of mine etched his drawing ruler with words "Stolen from Peter Z...". His name was Peter Z...

    • @johntruxal432
      @johntruxal432 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So you still have his ruler...🤔

  • @iamaioshi
    @iamaioshi 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    great video, great quality, extremely informative. thanks!

  • @kowiz920
    @kowiz920 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I wouldn’t say straight from the factory it’s not as clean, but it does a job. I can see a little bit of blowout.

  • @mikelarue7750
    @mikelarue7750 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Just noticed his TH-cam play button plaque hanging above his wooden sign. Love the humble brag.

    • @9and7
      @9and7 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would be cool it that got etched too...

    • @fayetales8140
      @fayetales8140 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where . I dont see it

    • @1Vampire35
      @1Vampire35 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fayetales8140 ... Late to the game here... I saw it at 8:28...LOL

  • @cuvkiller
    @cuvkiller 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm always happy to see a video from you :D I love your vids man!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks a lot! My fans are the best and the support is amazing from you guys! Thanks!

    • @cuvkiller
      @cuvkiller 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ChrisFix shit you're the one putting out the amazing videos :D None of your videos are confusing or hard to follow which is great!

  • @I_Am_Michael
    @I_Am_Michael 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    this video reminds me to check my blinker fluid. thanks.

  • @roquesteban19
    @roquesteban19 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, I love everything you teach us, now I'll be working on my tools tomorrow xD I bought a bunch of tools cuz I wanna be a mechanic one day :( I just finished changing timing chain, valves, water pump, head gaskets etc... Thank you sir!!!

  • @Nick-ko1tw
    @Nick-ko1tw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Hehe time to etch my accord engine with some good ol' "limited edition 50th honda anniversary" letters.

    • @vendetta989
      @vendetta989 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Maybe even etch "spoon engine" on it

    • @Alexander_l322
      @Alexander_l322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Samuel G because of this technique my turbo is now a T66 with NOS 😄

    • @thomasr1051
      @thomasr1051 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Some people are just born chaotic

    • @thirstquencher3203
      @thirstquencher3203 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂😂

  • @bobtheblob2770
    @bobtheblob2770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    0:55 Chrisfix with that 0mm socket
    Yes I know it’s 10mm

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      lol

    • @jayhockley8841
      @jayhockley8841 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can never find my " 0 " mm socket ..

    • @jeffreyosborn4190
      @jeffreyosborn4190 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, instead of showing us this why doesn't he tell us something useful like where to buy 0 mm sockets and blinker fluid. One of you ask him, I'm embarrassed to.

  • @RobsonRoverRepair
    @RobsonRoverRepair 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Dog dammit Chris, your videos end up giving me more projects. I've cars to rebuild badly lol

    • @D.Edward
      @D.Edward 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      DON'T REBUILD YER CARS "BADLY" ....THEY WON'T RUN WELL............"cheers!"

    • @valjean2036
      @valjean2036 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol

  • @POW2000
    @POW2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang...every clips I watched from Chris Fix I get blown away...I Can Do This!

  • @serpent-8024
    @serpent-8024 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You know how girls like to go shopping when they are bored I have a feeling when Chris is bored he goes shopping for tools

  • @steverosario1050
    @steverosario1050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey great video, loved the concept. I only have one question, where did you make custom stickers like your logo? Any suggestions, diy, or place to get custom logos? I really would like my initials the way I write them but wouldn’t know where to start looking. Thanks for the video.

    • @Whatsername2319
      @Whatsername2319 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I personally have a cricut vinyl cutter that I can trace images digitally and then print it, but you could get vinyl and draw on it and cut it out.

  • @ryancramer1792
    @ryancramer1792 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your amazing at what you do

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Ryan!

    • @ryancramer1792
      @ryancramer1792 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +ChrisFix I will do this to my tools cause it looks so great thank you

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Be sure to take some pics!

    • @ryancramer1792
      @ryancramer1792 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +ChrisFix if it is ok with u can I make one that says Chris fix

    • @dalriada842
      @dalriada842 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it's a great idea. I would suggest you try it on some scrap bit of metal first though. If experience teaches anything, it's that other people can make something look a lot easier than it turns out to be! I'll be getting some practise in before working on my tools.

  • @sohailanwar8361
    @sohailanwar8361 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love from pakistan. How lucky you people are that easily you can have access to tools like torque wrench and jumper machines, we dont have and still have a dream to maintain our cars like criss do!

  • @turonooon4098
    @turonooon4098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    8:29 makes me remember that I need more blinker fluid

  • @MattsShop
    @MattsShop 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow man, What a great video! Is the etching still holding up?

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It's holding up great!

    • @MattsShop
      @MattsShop 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ChrisFix That's crazy! It looks a lot deeper than etching "laser engraving" on store bought tools. Is it?

    • @themisunderstoodgorilla7030
      @themisunderstoodgorilla7030 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hows it holding up now ??

  • @Ken-co5pc
    @Ken-co5pc 8 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    ain't nobody stealing my tools now

    • @dalriada842
      @dalriada842 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unless they etch out the entire area.

    • @FoodOnCrack
      @FoodOnCrack 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      ain't nobody got time fo dat. By the time you find out they're missing they're already at a garage sale in Poland.

    • @Ken-co5pc
      @Ken-co5pc 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      true it be cool but like dude said to much time

    • @HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP
      @HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ...they sold the garage by accident

    • @SgtJoeSmith
      @SgtJoeSmith 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      unless their name is also ken blalock. lol

  • @regeorge179
    @regeorge179 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow you are an inspiration a great teacher and mentor i love how you demonstrate everything clear and understand you rock MR CHRIS FIX cheers from AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND 🇳🇿 😀 😊 😄❤ 👍 ❤ 🇳🇿

  • @derf9465
    @derf9465 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Could always ink the existing socket numbers.

  • @hazmat1928
    @hazmat1928 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    The 10 mm is even missing from the thumbnail

    • @ellieprice3396
      @ellieprice3396 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      On the 10 mm you read the 1 on one side and the 0 on the other.

  • @djsonicc
    @djsonicc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Is that blinker fluid conventional or synthetic?

  • @rogermccaslin5963
    @rogermccaslin5963 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The algorithm just blessed me with this video (8 years late but, as they say, better late than never). When you did the adjustable wrench, I was thinking rather than the nail polish, just make a border around your logo and etch the space around the logo. two fewer steps and it would still look cool.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great idea!

  • @wildboar1188
    @wildboar1188 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am going to etch my live car battery thanks man.:)

  • @bokneeza
    @bokneeza 5 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    Don’t bother etching your name on Pittsburgh tools. No one will take them.

    • @BamaPewPew
      @BamaPewPew 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Czar R. Pretty sure a Pittsburgh socket turns a bolt just as good as any other brand

    • @bokneeza
      @bokneeza 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      It’s a joke homie.

    • @MrPanchoak
      @MrPanchoak 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @eugenetimberlake5648
      @eugenetimberlake5648 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I have to disagree. I’ve seen a 10mm socket turn into a 10.3mm socket after a weeks worth of work. Cheaper tools is not always a bad thing. But there are certain tools that you can’t go cheap on. They are cheaper for a reason

    • @tanuki379
      @tanuki379 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Pittsburgh and Craftsman junk

  • @curtnicholson7771
    @curtnicholson7771 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How well does it turn out on black impact sockets?

  • @josieheladagen
    @josieheladagen 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love this tutorial! I tried it out on the first thing I could come up with and I now have the most awesome potato peeler. Probably gonna ets everything I get my eyes on from now on.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome!

  • @carybrown3192
    @carybrown3192 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    did you solder the alligator clips to your wires?(what gauge wires did you use) solid or stranded?

    • @DrunknOdin
      @DrunknOdin 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm thinking about using 12g wire. Have you tired it etching yet? If so what gauge wire? Soder?

  • @MrAreyoulocal
    @MrAreyoulocal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    You gotta tell the tool surface "dont worry, it's just the tip"

    • @ez8308
      @ez8308 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what he said

  • @drewolfshire5558
    @drewolfshire5558 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    How did you make that wood platform in the background

  • @jondecarbonel8158
    @jondecarbonel8158 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    GOOD STUFF! When I was a machinist, we always had problems with other shifts stealing our tools.
    It was a daily event think of new ways to detour thieves 👽
    This is awesome.

  • @nottingham1844
    @nottingham1844 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    More than anything else I need to etch drill bits and fill with paint so I can see what they are. Any ideas for stencils?

  • @poisonspiders2300
    @poisonspiders2300 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This reminds me of the Mythbusters episode with the salsa

  • @paulnixon752
    @paulnixon752 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    nice I can etch my wooder bottle

  • @muzzaball
    @muzzaball 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chris, seriously, I learn something EVER TIME I watch one of ur vids. Thanks so much. 😊

  • @davidshaw8453
    @davidshaw8453 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hey man how did you custom make your chris fix stencil? sorry if somebody already asked i couldnt find that question.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +David Shaw I have vinyl decals made

  • @Punisher-1
    @Punisher-1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Will this work on impact sockets

    • @natenan5598
      @natenan5598 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mad Max I think it would because it would remove the black and show up light gray like in the video.

    • @chaseadillo88
      @chaseadillo88 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mad Max only one way to find out!

  • @dylan6801
    @dylan6801 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I haven't been able to find the "soap wooder" anywhere

  • @justinnelson1
    @justinnelson1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every single video that this man makes is helpful. I love it.

  • @danield8528
    @danield8528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At this point I think it’s just hands talking and not Chris. Because we barely see him LOL

  • @pappaclutch3266
    @pappaclutch3266 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks I etched my High point with “Glock 40” 😎

  • @horacelee8384
    @horacelee8384 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    How about Macbook ?

    • @ethan043
      @ethan043 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Should work theoretically. I wouldn't do it with the computer assembled though. Might damage it. Get the casing isolated.

    • @TryMeFoolYT
      @TryMeFoolYT 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      atleast remove battery and wait some hours

  • @jnevil3201
    @jnevil3201 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's 2021 I love this. Buying all new tools & needed this info. You are an excellent teacher.

  • @vader2042
    @vader2042 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Would this work on rims?

    • @TheRuneChemist
      @TheRuneChemist 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Assuming it is a conductive, non-painted metal surface, I don't see why not.

    • @notirishrider7953
      @notirishrider7953 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      I do not see a reason why it would not .... just keep in mind break dust and dirt might make it less visible

    • @vader2042
      @vader2042 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +RuneChemist yeah, it would like sick having a name on it.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I was took that part out of the video because it was too long. Now I am regretting that decision! I think I will have to make a video just on that now!

    • @vader2042
      @vader2042 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +ChrisFix yeah it would be awesome to see your name or someone else's name on a set of rims in cursive.

  • @Baerchenization
    @Baerchenization 8 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    But will I void my lifetime warranty ?! ;)

    • @criticallook1352
      @criticallook1352 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Baerchenization
      It is void once you are handed the proof of purchase receipt.
      :

  • @koltonhennessey
    @koltonhennessey 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    wood it work on truck rims

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes! It has to be bare metal but I am thinking about trying it on some wheels and then painting them!

    • @koltonhennessey
      @koltonhennessey 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +ChrisFix thanks and dus crome count as pant or bair mettel

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, those are Chrome sockets I am using. Be careful because the etched area might rust on chrome wheels if you dont add oil.

    • @koltonhennessey
      @koltonhennessey 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +ChrisFix thank you

    • @TwoPunchMan492
      @TwoPunchMan492 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +ChrisFix that would be so damn epic to do this on a vehicle's wheel

  • @nemo227
    @nemo227 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris Fix videos are ALWAYS informative.

  • @Idkgoogleitbro
    @Idkgoogleitbro 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    lol a chrisfix butterknife..

  • @rekr6381
    @rekr6381 8 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Your car battery charger looks sad

  • @JSnacks
    @JSnacks 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The king of random channel stole your idea lol

    • @Joe0898
      @Joe0898 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      J-Snacks you should know the iron cross pre-dates national socialism

  • @skully0078
    @skully0078 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your enthusiasm makes me buy things just to try it for myself.