Definitely should have had Casper sponsor this video. They could have provided a little creeper sized mattress so it could double as an after lunch nap spot.
I must be the worlds worst when it comes to working with wood so I've always avoided DIY like the plague, however after watching this I decided to give it a try. I kept looking back at the video as I attempted each stage of building the creeper and took my time as I went along. Wow ! I've actually done it exactly as shown minus the lights as I will add them at a later date. Its a solid structure that looks good and will last for years. Thanks Bob for helping me believe in my own ability.
A few notes, you did a real good job on this for starters! Some things I would change or add just from my on experience though. I've used a Snap-on creeper for many years now and the biggest problem I have are the small caster wheels. They are similar size to yours. Due to the small size, they get stuck on nearly everything. I use cat litter to absorb the various fluids that leak out of a car and even after a good sweep, my creeper will get stuck on mysterious bits of litter. So bigger casters should solve that. Next is a head rest pad. Spend about an hour under they're trying to reach a stubborn bolt or hose on top of your transmission, frame, or any part higher up. Your neck will be pretty sore from holding your head up so long. Either just a small rectangle of foam added to the head piece OR get fancy and add a hinge about 1/3 the way down from where your head rests, and some way to lock it in different degree angles. Similar to the recliner chairs you see near pools. Other than those 2 bits, you have yourself a pretty nice creeper!
Bob is an awesome dad. If if i had a rather like him i won't never ask for stuff for toys rather have him build me something like the arcade, or any props on the 3D printer.
Oh man this video is a game changer! This is exactly what I needed. A creeper is one of those things you know you need but never want to spend the money on.
Really useful! When I first saw the thumbnail, I thought you made it out of metal. I need to make one of these. I change the oil in our 2 cars as well.
I made something similar with a pallet a few months ago to transport an engine/transmission assembly. The nuts and bolts attaching the casters to the pallet have a habit of backing out with enough use over rough terrain, so I'd recommend using spring-loaded washers to prevent this from happening.
This was a great video thanks. For me though a minor addition make & upholster 2 pieces of foam to fit. One to work as a pillow to hold your head up a bit & provide support. I find laying back with my head flat like that strains my neck as I am usually having to hold my head up just a bit to see better as I like to work over my chest in case I knock crud down instead of working directly over my face.
Seriously cool build. Nice work. Small casters are sometimes a pain, not because of weight restrictions but because they are stopped by the tiniest of objects. Gravel, stray nuts or bolts, cracks in the concrete, even a dropped lock washer, all make small casters come to a halt. It's so frustrating getting stopped under a vehicle when you can't see what it is stopping you. Your creeper is awesome, nicely done!
I love that you talked more to the camera and explained what you were going to do before you did it! This is different than usual and makes the video much more interesting. It adds more of a human element to the video and makes it easier to follow. Love it!
Well done! I got fed up with not having a creeper to but didn't have the time get so creative and just threw some casters on an old cushion from a discarded weight bench. It's not as sweet as yours but I plan to build something like yours when it falls apart on me. The only problem is, it's been several years of not falling apart yet, so, I may end up having an ultra sweet one and the one I have now as a spare. I also threw some wheels on a small (about 12" round) tray to be a mobile tool holder and it has held up unbelievably well to.
This is great. I made my own set of front Wheel ramps out of wood but I had never thought to make a creeper before. I can't wait to try this build out.
Awesome build man, I would suggest make some type of wedge pillow for your head. You never really notice how often you pick your head up while on a creeper, and it starts to hurt your neck after a while. If you notice most high end creepers have an adjustable head rest for better support.
Even though I don't intend to make anything you make, but it's so entertaining and fascinating the process you make it and the finish product. Really really love you work as always!
Wasn't going to watch b/c "Just plywood with wheels. Any idiot could slap that together." But then I thought, "well, Bob's surprised me before." Sure enough, some really good ideas. Turns out the foam + bandsaw thing is probably the most useful. I've got a spring-core cushion on my sofa that have turned "pokey--in-the-butty," but it's "L" shaped, so cutting some foam to replace it seemed - challenging - until now. Thanks, Bob!
If like me you're in the UK, Wilko do foot long kitchen knife holders for £2 - ideal for this purpose. I use them in my workshop for holding screw driver bits etc.
Saw others with strip lights and custom holes. Also saw there were side mount wheels that don't swivel but eliminate the cross pieces, one direction is usually all I do so that's OK.
Looks good. Recognize that using larger wheels(but preserving low clearance) is a huge improvement. Little wheels will be braked by even small obstructions, such as sand, dried mud, and cracks in the concrete. Bigger. soft wheels might even roll over an electrical cord.
If you fold the corners then cut through all the layers, remove the waste, it's a perfect seem. Only works when you use spray glue like you did. Look up wall paper tips and tricks, lots of helpful info that applies to upholstery too. Great build!
Very nice, simple & effective. One thing I would add... Harbor Freight or Amazon has cheap magnetic strips for less than $5. Adding a magnetic strip in the area for your tools would allow you to put tools & hardware there and keep them in place when you're shifting around. Just a thought.
Hey Bob great project, made a similar one consider adding magnets for ratchet set pieces so they don't roll off or even any nuts or bolts. Great project as always.
Simple and practical. Nice! I think you could take this and make this as crazy as you wanted to too. Magnetic trays, brighter built in LEDs, crazy finishes, w.e. Nice one, Bob!
I don't think I would have ever thought to build one of these. This was a great simple build and it has some cool features that my 20 year old cheap creeper doesn't have. I'll have to take a look at mine and see if I can retro fit some lights. Loved that feature. Maybe a way to hold tools as well. Thanks
I guess I have no excuses now, since my old creeper broke I have been putting off some maintenance work on my truck. It looks like I'll be taking a page from your notebook and replace my broken creeper with a new custom creeper - THANKS BOB!
Great video Bob, Looks like it is a very strong creeper, and I loved the accessories you added. All you need now is a cup and straw set up and you will never come up..
Turned out great Bob! I like the size of it, usually creepers are smaller and your confined to it, this one looks like you can move around more to get where you need and be comfortable. Also great idea with tool storage and lights 👍🏼
Hi Bob, its a pleasure to be one of your subscriber. Despite the fact that you are moving you are constantly uploading quality content on the channel. *My respect to you buddy!*
The foam also cuts well with an electric kitchen knife...you know the kind you would use to carve a turkey. Saw that on Mythbusters once and have done it a few times since!
Bob! you have no idea how long i've been looking for this type of video! Thank you very much! I'll be doing this asap to work on my landcruiser as well!
Great Video - thanks for the clear visual step by step and explanations behind your design. I want to make a creeper to use under my mobile home and your video gave me ideas on how to proceed. I'm keeping my fingers crossed!
Very nice design and features. I happen to have all the materials on hand, including fasteners, casters and a perfectly sized camping mat, so I'm going to build it. If I didn't have all the materials, and wasn't sure of my DYI skills, I'd just go to Harbor Freight, spend $40, and save lots of time and money (and weight!).
Looks good, I was thinking about getting a creeper that could handle less smooth ground, like a dirt floor barn or gravel driveway, those tend to be quite expensive. It would be easy to use larger casters on this for something "off road" use.
I finally picked up a trim router, should of done that awhile ago. Trying use my full size routers on little pieces was comical/dangerous. The creeper turned out great, high five!!
Hey Bob just wanted to comment on the video. I really like the points where you talked directly to the camera during the build. The voice over works well but its just nice to pause for a min here and there to explain something. I hope what i said makes sense.
I love your style of the video at the start where you are actually talking to us instead of talk overs probably more work but its cool anyway !! P.s Keep up the amazing work always improving.
Damn Bob, packing, moving and preperred tons of videos to make the above happen without us feeling left behind. That's really impressive and cool! I'll hope there will be a video of the sun going up and down, stating you have a day off!
I like it. Word of caution, if you have long hair like I do, when it gets caught in the wheels it's painful. The wheels being spaced further out to the sides would help that. Alway braid hair before using. But I would also extend the frame at the head out 6". This should stop hair from hanging over the top and getting wheeled over 🤕
Hey Bob, first time commenting on your site. I like how you put the tool storage on the sides, it makes great sense because I do just that lay down tools or forget to get the right tool. Love your channel and all the crazy stuff you make, keep up the great work
As always - excellent video and an excellent project. Very clearly described! I already have a creeper, but will be adding the tool trays and lighting ideas that you came up with ASAP! Keep up the amazing work!
Dig the extra face time in the first half, Bob. I should really do one of these for the truck...but I guess I'd have to stop going to the quick oil change place :) #lazy #butclean
That's a really great design. I especially like the tool tray I always end up getting my tools wedged under the one I have now. I also like how you could scale this differently based on a person's size. I am taller and it would be nice to have a longer creeper. Keep up the good work!
real great video Bob I really like when you take time to explain while looking at the camera instand of over-voicing. Really cool video again good luck with moving !
Nice Build Bob! Love the intro, just some legs hanging out from under the landcruiser "Hi I'm Bob!" Just remember to sweep the concrete or those casters will hang up on small debris.
I'd add a scrap of steel to each of the upper caster outriggers to attach those cheap magnetic led flood lights, but otherwise I think you hit it pretty spot-on.
I like the light-Idea, although a simple LED-Strip on a battery might have served a better purpose, especially since the "holders" of the lamps are most likely going to entangle with the car at some point - oh and from the looks of the video, the brightness wasn´t all the best either. But a nice little project. The tool tray is an interesting option, perhaps an additional tray to plug on and off for certain tools, cables and so on might be an Idea as well...
Bob, let me know if you need someone to come by and take some of that scrap wood off your hands...haha. Cool project, especially with the addition of the lights.
Looks great! How about adding a low cost Bluetooth speaker near the head to play tool sound effects to hide the fact that you're actually napping with the noise cancelling headphones on
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Definitely should have had Casper sponsor this video. They could have provided a little creeper sized mattress so it could double as an after lunch nap spot.
I think a Casper mattress would be bad for a creeper. Too comfy, you'll fall asleep while working.
Hovzlozki that's right especialy if you're workin inside a garage and turbochargin' your car
You'd have to make it water-tight. Wouldn't want oil getting absorbed into your bed.
Infant mattress. Firm, waterproof.
I must be the worlds worst when it comes to working with wood so I've always avoided DIY like the plague, however after watching this I decided to give it a try. I kept looking back at the video as I attempted each stage of building the creeper and took my time as I went along. Wow ! I've actually done it exactly as shown minus the lights as I will add them at a later date. Its a solid structure that looks good and will last for years. Thanks Bob for helping me believe in my own ability.
I really like this new way of explaining things face to face while you're in the middle of doing things!!!!
A few notes, you did a real good job on this for starters! Some things I would change or add just from my on experience though. I've used a Snap-on creeper for many years now and the biggest problem I have are the small caster wheels. They are similar size to yours. Due to the small size, they get stuck on nearly everything. I use cat litter to absorb the various fluids that leak out of a car and even after a good sweep, my creeper will get stuck on mysterious bits of litter. So bigger casters should solve that.
Next is a head rest pad. Spend about an hour under they're trying to reach a stubborn bolt or hose on top of your transmission, frame, or any part higher up. Your neck will be pretty sore from holding your head up so long. Either just a small rectangle of foam added to the head piece OR get fancy and add a hinge about 1/3 the way down from where your head rests, and some way to lock it in different degree angles. Similar to the recliner chairs you see near pools. Other than those 2 bits, you have yourself a pretty nice creeper!
Bob is an awesome dad. If if i had a rather like him i won't never ask for stuff for toys rather have him build me something like the arcade, or any props on the 3D printer.
Oh man this video is a game changer! This is exactly what I needed. A creeper is one of those things you know you need but never want to spend the money on.
I love the new style you're using to explain things, the face-to-face style gives a more personal approach to the video than the voiceover
Really useful! When I first saw the thumbnail, I thought you made it out of metal. I need to make one of these. I change the oil in our 2 cars as well.
I made something similar with a pallet a few months ago to transport an engine/transmission assembly. The nuts and bolts attaching the casters to the pallet have a habit of backing out with enough use over rough terrain, so I'd recommend using spring-loaded washers to prevent this from happening.
This was a great video thanks. For me though a minor addition make & upholster 2 pieces of foam to fit. One to work as a pillow to hold your head up a bit & provide support. I find laying back with my head flat like that strains my neck as I am usually having to hold my head up just a bit to see better as I like to work over my chest in case I knock crud down instead of working directly over my face.
Seriously cool build. Nice work. Small casters are sometimes a pain, not because of weight restrictions but because they are stopped by the tiniest of objects. Gravel, stray nuts or bolts, cracks in the concrete, even a dropped lock washer, all make small casters come to a halt. It's so frustrating getting stopped under a vehicle when you can't see what it is stopping you. Your creeper is awesome, nicely done!
I love that you talked more to the camera and explained what you were going to do before you did it! This is different than usual and makes the video much more interesting. It adds more of a human element to the video and makes it easier to follow. Love it!
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback!
Well done!
I got fed up with not having a creeper to but didn't have the time get so creative and just threw some casters on an old cushion from a discarded weight bench. It's not as sweet as yours but I plan to build something like yours when it falls apart on me. The only problem is, it's been several years of not falling apart yet, so, I may end up having an ultra sweet one and the one I have now as a spare. I also threw some wheels on a small (about 12" round) tray to be a mobile tool holder and it has held up unbelievably well to.
This is great. I made my own set of front Wheel ramps out of wood but I had never thought to make a creeper before. I can't wait to try this build out.
Excellent, good luck!
Awesome build man, I would suggest make some type of wedge pillow for your head. You never really notice how often you pick your head up while on a creeper, and it starts to hurt your neck after a while. If you notice most high end creepers have an adjustable head rest for better support.
Even though I don't intend to make anything you make, but it's so entertaining and fascinating the process you make it and the finish product. Really really love you work as always!
Thank you!!
Wasn't going to watch b/c "Just plywood with wheels. Any idiot could slap that together." But then I thought, "well, Bob's surprised me before." Sure enough, some really good ideas. Turns out the foam + bandsaw thing is probably the most useful. I've got a spring-core cushion on my sofa that have turned "pokey--in-the-butty," but it's "L" shaped, so cutting some foam to replace it seemed - challenging - until now. Thanks, Bob!
Awesome, glad it was helpful! That stuff cuts SO well on a bandsaw!
You look way more cheerful in recent videos than you did in your older ones. It's cool
Thanks!
a magnetic strip in the tool holders for small parts and screws would be nice
Good idea!
If like me you're in the UK, Wilko do foot long kitchen knife holders for £2 - ideal for this purpose. I use them in my workshop for holding screw driver bits etc.
Very nice suggestion!
Saw others with strip lights and custom holes. Also saw there were side mount wheels that don't swivel but eliminate the cross pieces, one direction is usually all I do so that's OK.
Great idea. i am always strugling with the same issue. if the creeper is to high, i wont fit anymore. so having them on the side is a great idea.
You've inspired me to try more things instead of sticking with hot glue an foam is channel has really changed the way I look at building
+MBUILDS ERT awesome!!
Looks good. Recognize that using larger wheels(but preserving low clearance) is a huge improvement. Little wheels will be braked by even small obstructions, such as sand, dried mud, and cracks in the concrete. Bigger. soft wheels might even roll over an electrical cord.
If you fold the corners then cut through all the layers, remove the waste, it's a perfect seem. Only works when you use spray glue like you did. Look up wall paper tips and tricks, lots of helpful info that applies to upholstery too. Great build!
Awesome, thanks for the tips!
Very nice, simple & effective. One thing I would add... Harbor Freight or Amazon has cheap magnetic strips for less than $5. Adding a magnetic strip in the area for your tools would allow you to put tools & hardware there and keep them in place when you're shifting around. Just a thought.
Josh Bibler dont forget screws, bolts and nuts either.
Great idea
I loved how you talked to the camera instead of a voice over throughout the entire video. I would love to see more of this:)
Hey Bob great project, made a similar one consider adding magnets for ratchet set pieces so they don't roll off or even any nuts or bolts. Great project as always.
Very slick design. The best feature is those lights.
Excellent design with flash lights. I love it.
The lights are a great feature! Nicely done Bob. And it could double as a street luge lol! - Jim
Version 2!
Simple and practical. Nice!
I think you could take this and make this as crazy as you wanted to too. Magnetic trays, brighter built in LEDs, crazy finishes, w.e.
Nice one, Bob!
Bluetooth speakers, back massager, snack tray.. the possibilites are endless!
I Like To Make Stuff haha exactly!
This is why I like your channel so much. I never have any clue what you're going to build next.
Excellent :) That's exactly what I want ! Thanks!
I don't think I would have ever thought to build one of these. This was a great simple build and it has some cool features that my 20 year old cheap creeper doesn't have. I'll have to take a look at mine and see if I can retro fit some lights. Loved that feature. Maybe a way to hold tools as well. Thanks
I guess I have no excuses now, since my old creeper broke I have been putting off some maintenance work on my truck. It looks like I'll be taking a page from your notebook and replace my broken creeper with a new custom creeper - THANKS BOB!
Excellent!
I must say, absolutely incredible! Made from mostly stuff you had around the workshop, nice job
Great video Bob, Looks like it is a very strong creeper, and I loved the accessories you added. All you need now is a cup and straw set up and you will never come up..
Turned out great Bob! I like the size of it, usually creepers are smaller and your confined to it, this one looks like you can move around more to get where you need and be comfortable. Also great idea with tool storage and lights 👍🏼
I love this channel. You make what you need and film it so we can have the know how to make other things with the same knowledge
My gearhead self is geeking out right now haha. Loving this!
That's pretty cool. It gives me an idea to make my own creeper with bigger casters to use in my machine shed which has a dirt floor.
Really like the extra add-on on this crreper !
I swear Webster's dictionary has a picture of you next to the word utilitarian! Awesome Idea!!
It doesn't. Just checked.
JMG_99 Are you sure? I heard they just added a few pictures to their dictionary, like Bob's next to "utilitarian", or yours next to "whoosh".
GhastlyDerp he has no beard in it so y'all might not recognize him!!
Nice design and the hands free lights are a nice touch 👌
definitely a great project! can't wait to give this a go! awesome video Bob!
Hi Bob, its a pleasure to be one of your subscriber. Despite the fact that you are moving you are constantly uploading quality content on the channel. *My respect to you buddy!*
Thanks Rachit!
This video was so fun to watch! Great project Bob!
The foam also cuts well with an electric kitchen knife...you know the kind you would use to carve a turkey. Saw that on Mythbusters once and have done it a few times since!
Simple and effective. The tool holder and lights will really come in handy!
That is just insane. Nice Work Bob!
Bob! you have no idea how long i've been looking for this type of video! Thank you very much! I'll be doing this asap to work on my landcruiser as well!
Nice! Hope it was helpful!
Holy man I watched your videos 2 years ago and its impressive to see how much subs you received in these 2 years. Keep up the good work man!
Great Video - thanks for the clear visual step by step and explanations behind your design. I want to make a creeper to use under my mobile home and your video gave me ideas on how to proceed. I'm keeping my fingers crossed!
I have a creeper already but I now know how to add some lights. Great idea!
Very nice design and features. I happen to have all the materials on hand, including fasteners, casters and a perfectly sized camping mat, so I'm going to build it. If I didn't have all the materials, and wasn't sure of my DYI skills, I'd just go to Harbor Freight, spend $40, and save lots of time and money (and weight!).
Looks good, I was thinking about getting a creeper that could handle less smooth ground, like a dirt floor barn or gravel driveway, those tend to be quite expensive. It would be easy to use larger casters on this for something "off road" use.
I finally picked up a trim router, should of done that awhile ago. Trying use my full size routers on little pieces was comical/dangerous. The creeper turned out great, high five!!
Hey Bob just wanted to comment on the video. I really like the points where you talked directly to the camera during the build. The voice over works well but its just nice to pause for a min here and there to explain something. I hope what i said makes sense.
Thanks for the feedback Louis! I try to work it in where I can :)
I love your style of the video at the start where you are actually talking to us instead of talk overs probably more work but its cool anyway !! P.s Keep up the amazing work always improving.
Awesome! I already have a creeper but you gave me some great ideas on how to PIMP MY CREEPER!! Thanx Bob!!!
Excellent!
Bob your videos just keep getting better! I love this channel!
Thanks Wesley!
Damn Bob, packing, moving and preperred tons of videos to make the above happen without us feeling left behind. That's really impressive and cool! I'll hope there will be a video of the sun going up and down, stating you have a day off!
Hahah! no video like that planned anytime soon. Too much to do :)
I like it. Word of caution, if you have long hair like I do, when it gets caught in the wheels it's painful. The wheels being spaced further out to the sides would help that. Alway braid hair before using. But I would also extend the frame at the head out 6". This should stop hair from hanging over the top and getting wheeled over 🤕
Hey Bob, first time commenting on your site. I like how you put the tool storage on the sides, it makes great sense because I do just that lay down tools or forget to get the right tool. Love your channel and all the crazy stuff you make, keep up the great work
Thanks so much!
As always - excellent video and an excellent project. Very clearly described! I already have a creeper, but will be adding the tool trays and lighting ideas that you came up with ASAP! Keep up the amazing work!
Thanks! I hope it was helpful!
What an awesome project. That was fun to watch.
[driving down to Harbor Freight to pick up a $20 creeper]
Dig the extra face time in the first half, Bob. I should really do one of these for the truck...but I guess I'd have to stop going to the quick oil change place :) #lazy #butclean
I love the fact that you talked a lot more to the camera in this!
Thanks!
Awesome project! Makes it easy and straight forward! Thanks Bob!
Great DIY creeper! I love the accessories you added, much more functional than the traditional store bought ones. Nicely done. 🤓👍
That's a really great design. I especially like the tool tray I always end up getting my tools wedged under the one I have now. I also like how you could scale this differently based on a person's size. I am taller and it would be nice to have a longer creeper. Keep up the good work!
i love this project. the lights are brilliant!
it's my birthday and your videos are so amazing they make my day, I'm just happy your making cool vidoes
Good project! Like the customized pieces and that you have room for changes.
real great video Bob I really like when you take time to explain while looking at the camera instand of over-voicing. Really cool video again good luck with moving !
Thanks!
Great project and just what a home mechanic needs.
Cheers
You channel is really awesome I get excited every time you post a video keep up the hard work you're the man
Thanks so much!
Nice Build Bob! Love the intro, just some legs hanging out from under the landcruiser "Hi I'm Bob!"
Just remember to sweep the concrete or those casters will hang up on small debris.
I like these old videos Bob!
You should build a cribbage board game! It's fairly simple, but I'm sure you'd be able to make it look amazing!
Dude, that's awesome! Quick, easy, functional and it looks good. Thanks for the vid.
Thanks!
Hey bob hope movings going all good great vid as always
Thanks so much!
Morgan Silvertand He's now Bob at I like to move stuff.
Refuse Reuse hahahahha
ha ha brilliant!
Great and useful project, Bob. I just might have to make one!
Nice new format Bob!
This is one of my favorite projects of yours! It's something that everyone can use and its fairly simple to make! Awesome video!
I'd add a scrap of steel to each of the upper caster outriggers to attach those cheap magnetic led flood lights, but otherwise I think you hit it pretty spot-on.
I love the style of this vid how you talk to the camera mid project nice job😊👌🏻
Thanks!
Definitely going to make one. Nice workshop bro.
good build liked the way this was filmed seemed a littke more personal. great video!
Sweet build. And nice Land Cruiser!!
This was incredible. I love everything you make.
Great one Bob...I purchased one of the plastic ones from Harbor Freight, I may have to put some lights on it. Thanks for the idea!
Excellent!
Great project! Plus you combine the worlds of woodworking, upholstery and auto repair!! :)
Good stuff Bob. Good luck with the move!
Thanks Brian!
Nice one, Bob. Great idea.
Jeepers creepers BOB. That's a keeper.
Bob, you're the man!
I like the light-Idea, although a simple LED-Strip on a battery might have served a better purpose, especially since the "holders" of the lamps are most likely going to entangle with the car at some point - oh and from the looks of the video, the brightness wasn´t all the best either.
But a nice little project. The tool tray is an interesting option, perhaps an additional tray to plug on and off for certain tools, cables and so on might be an Idea as well...
so good Bob!!! hope everything is ok. Hugs from Argentina!
Thanks so much!
Bob, let me know if you need someone to come by and take some of that scrap wood off your hands...haha. Cool project, especially with the addition of the lights.
:) Thanks Vernon!
Looks great! How about adding a low cost Bluetooth speaker near the head to play tool sound effects to hide the fact that you're actually napping with the noise cancelling headphones on
simple, useful, and awesome. Typical Bob!