Ah but Broom is very modest and would rather go unnoticed. It’s the journeyman that will always be there in your time of need whereas the Burke bar just wants the glory and will move on as soon as it sees it’s chance for bigger and better things.
Mrs. EC here....I love this....I tried to use my broom AS a Burke bar to lift something up...I killed the broom...oh the guilt....Scott put a wooden paint pole on it....Broom is back and I'll never abuse it like that again....
The next time we’re tempted to beat ourselves up over the things we wish we did a long time ago, let us remember that old proverb: “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now”
A long time ago someone told me a story. It was about two woodsman cutting trees. One would spend time sharpening his axe. The other would keep swinging with his dull one. A lot more words were applied but the just was: The one who sharpened his axe was able to cut more wood in the long run than the one who looked productive. The lesson is that "It is ok to sharpen your axe". Assessing how you do your work thinking of how to be more productive is sharpening that axe.
the best part about cleaning up and reorganizing the workshop is the good times you will spend searching for stuff. In the messy shop, you always knew which pile things were in, but once organized, some things will hide in plain sight.
That would have been a great job for the Kubota. I hope one day my channel can become this good. As always, a joy to watch. Thank you for reminding us all the fulfillment and peace that comes from good work.
This has very quickly become my favourite RUclips channel. How is it that after every video- even one about moving a table, I am left with a good life lesson?
My grandpa had a garage, big barn, machine shed, and basement, and they all had a bunch of tools in them and some bigger things (like a vintage fire truck). When he died, grandma was left with all the STUFF to deal with. She was a practical soul, and took it as a lesson. When his stuff was dealt with, she started in on her own stuff. She'd lived there since she was 25 I think, so she didn't quite get through it all, but she sure made it easier on all of us who were left behind. Wish I'd spent more time with her. On this channel, I see comments most often about dads and grandfathers, but don't overlook the women that live alongside them. There's plenty to learn from them too.
This guy is fringing awesome!!!! He is so kind and so genuine. I’ve watched him for 10 minutes and I already know that I’ll be watching him work and speak for remainder of the existence of his channel. Thank you for doing what you Do. I have a sense that I’ll be learning a lot from you for the old homestead I just bought.
I'm only 1:55 in and I just have to say how beautiful this is. The combination of narration (both Scott's lovely voice and the usual philosophical and practical content), music, videography, and the tasks being accomplished resonates powerfully. Well done, guys.
No regrets just accomplishments. I need to be in the right mood to clean and organize. When the mood hits I get it done. What an accomplishment you have achieved. Revel in it and be proud. You do more than 2 men half your age.
Doing the same myself. Cleaning up years of "I think I'll use that stuff" I never used . A clean organized shop is worth the work. Keeping it clean isn't easy.
Steve, you get sentimental over stuff. You seem to have to go through all the "I remember when I got these, or last used these, etc etc. Thats a lot more dangerous and time consuming, than simply, "do i need this" or "will I use this". Sign of a deep thinker. I enjoy your channel, dont cantilever that end roof support if you haven't already, you'll regret it. 😁👍
Scott, I love this. There are so many things about you and your channel that should be taught as common practice. It takes a certain type of special individual to do what you do and be who you are. It is so often that the everyday hustle and bustle is not overwhelming, but satisfying. It seems like you don't need to change anything because you know your system as it is. When you do finally come around to making a couple minor adjustments It turns into an incredible project that and it means so much to see a little time given back to take care of the tools and workspace you have. I am proud to say that I have been trying to surround myself for years with amazing carpenters just like yourself that all seem to have this special attitude about respecting what works for them and making the most out of whatever they are fortunate enough to have. Keep up the good work. Your positive attitude is contagious and I always find encouragement your wisdom.
Once again you have given voice to my mind. The older I get the more I appreciate unproductive time with my family. I know they all value those times we have together.
3rd generation rigger/specialized machinery mover here. I’ve worked for NASA, moved countless MRI machines, Texas Instruments, Flight Simulators, fully automated robotic systems for every axis, easy jobs with eyeball tolerance to jobs with quarter thousands tolerance inch/foot over a 200’ envelope. All that to say that I learn everyday... and I’ve learned plenty from you sir. I completely respect your humbleness and desire to teach. I hope I can embody that mindset and pass it on to the next generation.
Being told to keep up the good work must mean a great many things to many people. I believe that Scott genuinely expresses the sentiment beacuse he understands that. Its difficult to know how important something, no matter how insignifigant it may seem, can be to another person. I really value and appreciate hearing those words. Thank you Scott.
Scott you inspire me. Not only for the things I ought to do, but with your creativity. You actually do help me to "keep up the good work!" Michael Dougfir N.E. California. (And older than you!)
Just wanted to say I love your RUclips channel. I came across it after a video called “Tape Measure Pro Tips” dated Feb 27, 2017. I’m not into blacksmithing or building homes but I do dabble in woodworking small things for around my home. I find it really relaxing and enjoyable watching your videos. I’ve also learned a lot about building stuff that I might take on one day. Keep up the Great work on your channel.
That is a great idea for storage! Never throw anything away, just grade it into categories, need a lot, need a bit, need maybe. After you throw something out you can almost guarantee within a month you will be looking for it and kicking yourself!
I finally mounted some roll off stands to the wall of my Guttering trailer yesterday.....only took me one year and 30 minutes.... We've been hassling with them in the way this whole time and now "why didn't I just do this a long time ago?!". Haha I feel ya, Scott. Best wishes to you and yours!
I guess somehow I needed to see this video today. Definitely helped me open up my eyes to the bigger picture. Sometimes saving every single thing just ends up cluttering up your life and displaces more important things. The trick is to be able to pick and choose what you keep and what you let go. Great video thank you
It's the worst, isn't it! When you go looking for that specific thing you have, then realize you decided to throw it out or give it away when you moved house or whatever
But at least you know what you are missing ! I can't count how many times when tidying i found something and said "oh, completly forgot I have this here ! Would've been a game changer for this project !" It's weird how I can only remeber what I threw away and not what i'm keeping ^^
@@InformatrIIcks My solution to this was to buy 5 big red plastic boxes for all of the "parts" to live in. A 200 cubic litre stack to root through when I need "a bit for something". Consolidate the crap.
Procrastination? Huge issue!! Another word for it is laziness. I struggle against laziness myself. I know!! So the struggle is real and we just put one foot in front of the other foot and make our way through life, Scott. One day at a time. We still get a lot done!!
Kinda scary how alike we are thank you for taking the time out to share your experience. I hope soon to set up a channel my self. Just relocated after 40 years in one location now starting over with a new a bigger shop. Still excited God bless
I just started the "spring Cleanup" of my shop. So many memories of my father, I can smell his shop when I open old ammo boxes that he stored some of his tools in. I enjoy all your videos!!!
Thank you Scott, you just reminded me that I need to build me a shop to store the things I might never use to make room in my garage to get more things that I I will probably not used
I agree Mr Craftsman. Time gives inertia to the current state of play, and humans resist change instinctively. I am guilty of not making changes that I should - I have accumulated a lot of junk I will never use in my shop. Thanks for giving me inspiration.
I love watching your work. Somehow it’s very relaxing. I also learn a bunch just seeing how you tackle different situations. Thank you for being awesome. 🙂
Another masterpiece video. Kudos to both of you, Scott and Nate. I love the reflection and insights. These lessons are even more useful than some of the tricks of the trade and skills discussed in these videos. Reminds me of working with my grandfather when I was little. The wisdom shared was as precious as the skills learned. Keep up the good work!
Myself after going thru this which at 78 has happened to many times but when it's done. I've always had this feeling that I could breath cleaner air the air had a fresher taste to it and never regretted it. Happy Trails
Cleaning the shop can be so cathartic. Nothing like a clean work space. Also, I am constantly evaluating what I have, and do I need it, or can it go either to the dump, or to someone else who could use it. More often than not, I give excess tools and materials away vs sell them. What I call purging.
Organization, cleaning, setup & procrastinating are lesson I'm still learning too. Glad to see I'm in good company and we all can still lean at any age.
It's lunchtime and I am shouting at my TV screen already for more content. Sounds like fun this spring clean. Just put tape on the blade edges...quack quack stuff..
My great uncle was building spec houses for the guy who owned the local builders supply. Putting in the electric service he was starting a lag bolt with a hammer and finish them off with a wrench. The guy walks up as he’s starting the first one and quips “what’s the threads for if you drive them like a nail.” He beats it all the way in and replied “to hold the s.o.b in when I’m done.” Boy was he a fire cracker, miss him everyday.
I've been on a serious spring cleaning binge the last couple of months. I completely appreciate the first segment about what to keep, and what to let go. I'm hoping I can keep the momentum in letting things go. It feels good to have the space and breathe a little easier once the stuff is gone!
What a blessing to have those things of your dads still around. Most of the tools I now use were my fathers or father-in-laws. Man what a great welding table!
Scott, your framing of the issues at the beginning of the video was quite intriguing. As someone who is capable of using and benefitting from a wide variety of tools, your approach to moving on from their use would be useful to hear. So many young men work hard to outfit themselves and stay in that rut all their lives. The releasing of tools and passing them on to others where they can find greater use is an important part of maturity. I would love to hear your thoughts on that subject.
I’m just a few years behind you on this journey and I really appreciate that you are honest in admitting you still have a ways to go in the learning process. Keep up the good work!
Good point! There is a kind of muscle memory involved in using a space over a long period of time. You need to "Re-learn" how to use it to the best all over again ...... I think it is the knowledge that you will be dropping some useful ways of doing things in order to pick up new (and hopefully better) ways of doing things! It is all about inertia ..... even if it is only the mental kind!
Love the contrast between the beat-up shop of this professional carpenter, versus the spotless shop of our other RUclips friend the "professional homeowner".
I think we almost all have that same reaction to changing what is familiar. The hesitancy, the possible overthinking, finally just doing it, and the "why didn't I do this sooner" feeling after we realize that the change is a good thing. Just human nature. Love the updates to the shop, and looking forward to more.
I’ve been there and done that on my own personal workshop I love my shop and they used to be a complete clutter until I decided to update and remove objects that were no use to me and now I love it even more sometimes brings her shop together to make sure respect the space that you have been given
Idk who writes, or who plays, or who chooses or contributes but this episode in particular, the music (and you guys list no credits) was spot.on.perfect. Scott takes it philosophical quick, I made it to my second drink of my coffee, and I'm thinking 'it's too early for this', lololol Props Nate! production felt like Attenborough could've narrated the next frame and no one would have questioned it at all.
I too am hesitant to change. A year ago I was the last of my team to leave the office space to work from home because I was fearful of all of the home-based things that might be tugging me away from my computer (laundry, dishes, cleaning, straightening, building). Now, a year later, I LOVE IT. I'm hoping we don't go back to the office in July, as planned.
This past week signs of spring were abundant so I started cleaning out my barn/shop which has needed done for quite some time. How do we decide if the things we are holding onto are holding us back, wasting our energy or displacing better things? So well put and something I had to ask myself a hundred times this past week.
As a man of faith I am perpetually surprised by the lessons we learn through our workshops. I gather our Lord learned to speak to us through such experiences. Thank you for sharing this video, and keep up the Good Work.
You don't always need to retry taking so long to make decisions. I'm often on the other end, making changes too soon because I'm impatient for the improvements described in the video. That sweet spot of knowing what changes to make and when is key to a lot of life's challenges.
You have given me the inspiration to tackle my shop cleanup and reorganization. I already talked to my electrician about a new panel. Keep up the great content.
For the future, a trick I learned from a crusty old US Nave Chief Petty Officer years ago. We had to move a pump that weighed in at close to half a ton, and we were in a spot where we could not easily rig a chain fall hoist, so we lifted it, bolted it to it's new foundation, and moved it with pipe rollers. we were using a bottle jack to lift, but it's the same hazard. He used a pair of wooden wedges that were standard damage control equipment on ships at the time, and the job was finished with no injuries or damaged equipment. The trick he showed us was, when lowering the table in place after the move, use opposing wedges to stabilize the far end. Drive in a pair or two on one end of the table just enough to take the load from your rollers, and lowering the other end becomes safe and easy, then use your jack to lift and remove the rollers. I stick a piece of scrap wood or metal to fill most of the gar and then wedge it with a pair of door shims because that is what I always have on hand, but any low angle wedge would work. By pairing opposed wedges you provide a uniform, level lifting surface just like leveling or plumbing a window.
Lol, the other day, I had some guys moving my and my and my neighbor's 8'x12' sheds because a developer next door is building a fence, and the trailer park oopsied the property line. My uncle, an old done-everything-and-has-the-scars-to-prove-it guy like Scott (and about the same age), was there to move my A/C condenser (his main gig for most of his career was in HVAC, but he picked up enough of all the trades along the way to semi-retire as a general handyman and hardware store clerk, and I got enough from him and my dad to engineer anything good enough -- it might look sketchy as hell, but I trust anything I design with my life, bc it's MASSIVELY overbuilt.), and he was chatting and joking with the mid-'30s Mexican guy that was in charge of moving the sheds, and giving the young guy tips, like where to buy cheap scrap oil-drilling pipe to use for rollers to do it the Egyptian way, and loaning him tools. Texan tradesmen speak a sort of pidgin, because the white guys speak English and don't ask where Manuel Labor is from, and Manuel has to be know what he's expected to do, but they do have to communicate, and so every white dude in the trades in Texas knows jobsite Spanish. "Poquito mas," to the crane operator, and such. It's not quite Spanglish, more like a creole/pidgin Shed mover: "Si, si, I owe you a cerveza for that tip, senor." Uncle: "So when do I get that beer? :p" Shed mover: "Manana. :D" (for the northerners, the Espanol phrases are "lil' more" "beer" and literally "tomorrow" but in practice same as when a New Yorker says "a minute", could be anything from ten hours to ten years.
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The burke bar gets all the praise like the broom wasn't even involved...I see you broom. Keep up the good work broom.
You have a good sense of humor - wouldn't be Australian would Ya??
Lmao
Ah but Broom is very modest and would rather go unnoticed. It’s the journeyman that will always be there in your time of need whereas the Burke bar just wants the glory and will move on as soon as it sees it’s chance for bigger and better things.
My broom used to be my undisputed unrecognized MVP, then it was stolen by another contractor. Now, I'm sure it's his unsung hero
Mrs. EC here....I love this....I tried to use my broom AS a Burke bar to lift something up...I killed the broom...oh the guilt....Scott put a wooden paint pole on it....Broom is back and I'll never abuse it like that again....
The next time we’re tempted to beat ourselves up over the things we wish we did a long time ago, let us remember that old proverb: “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now”
A long time ago someone told me a story. It was about two woodsman cutting trees. One would spend time sharpening his axe. The other would keep swinging with his dull one. A lot more words were applied but the just was: The one who sharpened his axe was able to cut more wood in the long run than the one who looked productive. The lesson is that "It is ok to sharpen your axe". Assessing how you do your work thinking of how to be more productive is sharpening that axe.
That's true; then again, I could procrastinate all day in the name of thinking about how to be more productive. ;)
Also, just because you're doing something, doesn't mean that it's right.
Brains vs Brawn. Very simple
Philosophy, Poetry, and Practicality wrapped in entertainment. This channel is priceless.
the best part about cleaning up and reorganizing the workshop is the good times you will spend searching for stuff. In the messy shop, you always knew which pile things were in, but once organized, some things will hide in plain sight.
Really nice to see you cleaning up your fun zone! For safety, for sanity, and for the sheer enjoyment of a project completed.
I hope the people that know you truly appreciate you. The lessons you teach and the things you show and share, big and small, are truly invaluable.
That would have been a great job for the Kubota. I hope one day my channel can become this good. As always, a joy to watch. Thank you for reminding us all the fulfillment and peace that comes from good work.
Those opening questions about categorical usefulness sent me down an existential rabbit hole.....
This has very quickly become my favourite RUclips channel. How is it that after every video- even one about moving a table, I am left with a good life lesson?
Yeah, i love the dad style philosophical talks the best.
My grandpa had a garage, big barn, machine shed, and basement, and they all had a bunch of tools in them and some bigger things (like a vintage fire truck). When he died, grandma was left with all the STUFF to deal with. She was a practical soul, and took it as a lesson. When his stuff was dealt with, she started in on her own stuff. She'd lived there since she was 25 I think, so she didn't quite get through it all, but she sure made it easier on all of us who were left behind.
Wish I'd spent more time with her. On this channel, I see comments most often about dads and grandfathers, but don't overlook the women that live alongside them. There's plenty to learn from them too.
This is known as "Swedish Death Cleaning" There are several articles about this on the net. This generally starts when they turn 50.
@@firesurfer
I’m 51, & doing my own Swedish death cleaning.
Reminds me of my grandfather’s workshop/barn, I can practically smell it. So many great memories.
I always enjoy the videos......but, I stay for the philosophical thoughts of a craftsman. Thank you Scott
Scott you are a gentleman and a scholar. I appreciate your honesty and intelligence.
This guy is fringing awesome!!!! He is so kind and so genuine. I’ve watched him for 10 minutes and I already know that I’ll be watching him work and speak for remainder of the existence of his channel.
Thank you for doing what you Do. I have a sense that I’ll be learning a lot from you for the old homestead I just bought.
I'm only 1:55 in and I just have to say how beautiful this is. The combination of narration (both Scott's lovely voice and the usual philosophical and practical content), music, videography, and the tasks being accomplished resonates powerfully. Well done, guys.
Scott could narrate doing the dishes and somehow make it sound nostalgic and important.
Agreed 😊
AMEN to
“Why didn’t I do this sooner”. I’m going to do it sooner thanks to you Scott. Big fan Roger here. Thank you!
No regrets just accomplishments. I need to be in the right mood to clean and organize. When the mood hits I get it done. What an accomplishment you have achieved. Revel in it and be proud. You do more than 2 men half your age.
Doing the same myself. Cleaning up years of "I think I'll use that stuff" I never used . A clean organized shop is worth the work. Keeping it clean isn't easy.
Hey Steve... great minds think alike. I really enjoy your channel.
@@tomp538 Thank you Tom👍
Steve, you get sentimental over stuff. You seem to have to go through all the "I remember when I got these, or last used these, etc etc. Thats a lot more dangerous and time consuming, than simply, "do i need this" or "will I use this". Sign of a deep thinker. I enjoy your channel, dont cantilever that end roof support if you haven't already, you'll regret it. 😁👍
Scott, I love this. There are so many things about you and your channel that should be taught as common practice. It takes a certain type of special individual to do what you do and be who you are. It is so often that the everyday hustle and bustle is not overwhelming, but satisfying. It seems like you don't need to change anything because you know your system as it is. When you do finally come around to making a couple minor adjustments It turns into an incredible project that and it means so much to see a little time given back to take care of the tools and workspace you have. I am proud to say that I have been trying to surround myself for years with amazing carpenters just like yourself that all seem to have this special attitude about respecting what works for them and making the most out of whatever they are fortunate enough to have.
Keep up the good work. Your positive attitude is contagious and I always find encouragement your wisdom.
Once again you have given voice to my mind. The older I get the more I appreciate unproductive time with my family. I know they all value those times we have together.
The moment when a great idea and motivation come together sure does feel good.
3rd generation rigger/specialized machinery mover here. I’ve worked for NASA, moved countless MRI machines, Texas Instruments, Flight Simulators, fully automated robotic systems for every axis, easy jobs with eyeball tolerance to jobs with quarter thousands tolerance inch/foot over a 200’ envelope. All that to say that I learn everyday... and I’ve learned plenty from you sir. I completely respect your humbleness and desire to teach. I hope I can embody that mindset and pass it on to the next generation.
I don’t have a fabrication table to move, but I do need to go through my workshop and reorganize and clear out. Thanks for the reminder.
Kelly Wadsworth: Hey, can you help me open this can of peaches?
Scott: Where’d I leave my burke bar...
Haa haaa!!! Truth!
Only problem I see.... Jar of honey is more like it 😉
@@EC2 Ah! You should make a mini Burke bar
@@nickbenn51 Keychain size, complete with bottle opener.
Scott can make moving a table entertaining.
Warm sand, beautiful beaches, a nice cold drink and a beach chair must be the root of my procrastination.
Love the tool hangers. Now I know someone who has more assorted yard tree cutting and rigging tools than I do.
Being told to keep up the good work must mean a great many things to many people. I believe that Scott genuinely expresses the sentiment beacuse he understands that. Its difficult to know how important something, no matter how insignifigant it may seem, can be to another person. I really value and appreciate hearing those words. Thank you Scott.
Scott you inspire me. Not only for the things I ought to do, but with your creativity. You actually do help me to "keep up the good work!"
Michael Dougfir
N.E. California.
(And older than you!)
Just wanted to say I love your RUclips channel. I came across it after a video called “Tape Measure Pro Tips” dated Feb 27, 2017. I’m not into blacksmithing or building homes but I do dabble in woodworking small things for around my home. I find it really relaxing and enjoyable watching your videos. I’ve also learned a lot about building stuff that I might take on one day. Keep up the Great work on your channel.
That is a great idea for storage! Never throw anything away, just grade it into categories, need a lot, need a bit, need maybe. After you throw something out you can almost guarantee within a month you will be looking for it and kicking yourself!
I finally mounted some roll off stands to the wall of my Guttering trailer yesterday.....only took me one year and 30 minutes....
We've been hassling with them in the way this whole time and now "why didn't I just do this a long time ago?!". Haha I feel ya, Scott. Best wishes to you and yours!
You're not the only one that procrastinates on changing your work environment.
Gosh I love me some essential craftsman. Always makes me smile and feel good. Thanks so much for sharing these.
I have a stock of old planer blades too I use a old garden hose sliced the long way as a guard.
A clean shop is a happy shop. And a safer shop as well.
I guess somehow I needed to see this video today. Definitely helped me open up my eyes to the bigger picture. Sometimes saving every single thing just ends up cluttering up your life and displaces more important things. The trick is to be able to pick and choose what you keep and what you let go. Great video thank you
And don't forget after a clean up there is always the regret of knowing that whatever it was that you threw out, you will be looking for that one day😥
That is the truth!
It's the worst, isn't it! When you go looking for that specific thing you have, then realize you decided to throw it out or give it away when you moved house or whatever
But at least you know what you are missing !
I can't count how many times when tidying i found something and said "oh, completly forgot I have this here ! Would've been a game changer for this project !"
It's weird how I can only remeber what I threw away and not what i'm keeping ^^
Absolutely!
@@InformatrIIcks My solution to this was to buy 5 big red plastic boxes for all of the "parts" to live in. A 200 cubic litre stack to root through when I need "a bit for something". Consolidate the crap.
Thank you, for reminding us of our fallacies and the reminder to confront them head on.
9 minutes in and Pa Walton is posing like a Playboy Bunny! Love it!
Procrastination? Huge issue!! Another word for it is laziness. I struggle against laziness myself. I know!! So the struggle is real and we just put one foot in front of the other foot and make our way through life, Scott. One day at a time. We still get a lot done!!
Kinda scary how alike we are thank you for taking the time out to share your experience. I hope soon to set up a channel my self. Just relocated after 40 years in one location now starting over with a new a bigger shop. Still excited God bless
I just started the "spring Cleanup" of my shop. So many memories of my father, I can smell his shop when I open old ammo boxes that he stored some of his tools in. I enjoy all your videos!!!
when lifting off rollers secure the other end with wedges.
That's a really good idea. Thank you for sharing. That's one of those...why didn't I think if that ideas.
Thank you Scott, you just reminded me that I need to build me a shop to store the things I might never use to make room in my garage to get more things that I I will probably not used
I agree Mr Craftsman.
Time gives inertia to the current state of play, and humans resist change instinctively.
I am guilty of not making changes that I should - I have accumulated a lot of junk I will never use in my shop.
Thanks for giving me inspiration.
I love watching your work. Somehow it’s very relaxing. I also learn a bunch just seeing how you tackle different situations. Thank you for being awesome. 🙂
I knew I could count on some philosophy while cleaning shop. Like the tool racks too.
Going to the garage to get my new dust collector install started - finally! Thank you for the inspiration!
Another masterpiece video. Kudos to both of you, Scott and Nate. I love the reflection and insights. These lessons are even more useful than some of the tricks of the trade and skills discussed in these videos. Reminds me of working with my grandfather when I was little. The wisdom shared was as precious as the skills learned. Keep up the good work!
Myself after going thru this which at 78 has happened to many times but when it's done. I've always had this feeling that I could breath cleaner air the air had a fresher taste to it and never regretted it. Happy Trails
This reinforces my need to clean out my shed and my smithy. I also do not like change until after it is done. Thanks for sharing.
I always find forgotten treasures when I do something like this.
There always is great satisfaction in organizing your workspace...
Cleaning the shop can be so cathartic. Nothing like a clean work space. Also, I am constantly evaluating what I have, and do I need it, or can it go either to the dump, or to someone else who could use it. More often than not, I give excess tools and materials away vs sell them. What I call purging.
Organization, cleaning, setup & procrastinating are lesson I'm still learning too. Glad to see I'm in good company and we all can still lean at any age.
Really like these types of videos that you do. I am sure that they hit home with a lot of people. They certainly do with me.
I'm 75 years old, and I'm going through 'round three' of that. Great video!
Always a pleasure to watch your videos Scott. Thanks
It's lunchtime and I am shouting at my TV screen already for more content. Sounds like fun this spring clean. Just put tape on the blade edges...quack quack stuff..
I’m been organizing my shop too.I can’t believe how much room I have now.Thank you for sharing those great ideas.
My great uncle was building spec houses for the guy who owned the local builders supply. Putting in the electric service he was starting a lag bolt with a hammer and finish them off with a wrench. The guy walks up as he’s starting the first one and quips “what’s the threads for if you drive them like a nail.” He beats it all the way in and replied “to hold the s.o.b in when I’m done.” Boy was he a fire cracker, miss him everyday.
At an old age now, I have finally learned to not regret the fact that I didn't do something earlier. I wish I'd learned this a long time ago.
I like the homemade hanging rack. I continue to acquire tools and it’s a creative way to get them stored and out of the way.
And thank you for being so honest and open. That self-reflection is so close to home.
Enjoyed the walk-back through earlier times, thanks!
I've been on a serious spring cleaning binge the last couple of months. I completely appreciate the first segment about what to keep, and what to let go. I'm hoping I can keep the momentum in letting things go. It feels good to have the space and breathe a little easier once the stuff is gone!
What a blessing to have those things of your dads still around. Most of the tools I now use were my fathers or father-in-laws. Man what a great welding table!
Loved it!! You are so NORMAL to my world!!!! Thanks!!
Scott, your framing of the issues at the beginning of the video was quite intriguing. As someone who is capable of using and benefitting from a wide variety of tools, your approach to moving on from their use would be useful to hear. So many young men work hard to outfit themselves and stay in that rut all their lives. The releasing of tools and passing them on to others where they can find greater use is an important part of maturity. I would love to hear your thoughts on that subject.
I’m just a few years behind you on this journey and I really appreciate that you are honest in admitting you still have a ways to go in the learning process. Keep up the good work!
Good point!
There is a kind of muscle memory involved in using a space over a long period of time. You need to "Re-learn" how to use it to the best all over again ...... I think it is the knowledge that you will be dropping some useful ways of doing things in order to pick up new (and hopefully better) ways of doing things!
It is all about inertia ..... even if it is only the mental kind!
Love the contrast between the beat-up shop of this professional carpenter, versus the spotless shop of our other RUclips friend the "professional homeowner".
I think we almost all have that same reaction to changing what is familiar. The hesitancy, the possible overthinking, finally just doing it, and the "why didn't I do this sooner" feeling after we realize that the change is a good thing. Just human nature.
Love the updates to the shop, and looking forward to more.
I’ve been there and done that on my own personal workshop I love my shop and they used to be a complete clutter until I decided to update and remove objects that were no use to me and now I love it even more sometimes brings her shop together to make sure respect the space that you have been given
I'm 74 and haven't learned it yet. Agree that after finally making the change and looking at it you just sit there and say WHY DID IT TAKE SO LONG!
This video speaks to me on a visceral level, and motivates me to finish cleaning my own shop. Thank you :)
love doing stuff like this feeling of accomplishment
I love a good shop cleaning. Makes me feel more organized and productive. OCD man.
Idk who writes, or who plays, or who chooses or contributes but this episode in particular, the music (and you guys list no credits) was spot.on.perfect.
Scott takes it philosophical quick, I made it to my second drink of my coffee, and I'm thinking 'it's too early for this', lololol
Props Nate! production felt like Attenborough could've narrated the next frame and no one would have questioned it at all.
That green handle broom, I have one just like it and it's my favorite. It has also outlasted all of my other brooms. :)
I’m still trying to learn that same lesson. “Why didn’t I do this a long time ago!?”
Where did the time go and why didn’t I make time to get it done?
I too am hesitant to change. A year ago I was the last of my team to leave the office space to work from home because I was fearful of all of the home-based things that might be tugging me away from my computer (laundry, dishes, cleaning, straightening, building). Now, a year later, I LOVE IT. I'm hoping we don't go back to the office in July, as planned.
One of the best uses for rebar outside of its intended purpose. 👍
This past week signs of spring were abundant so I started cleaning out my barn/shop which has needed done for quite some time. How do we decide if the things we are holding onto are holding us back, wasting our energy or displacing better things? So well put and something I had to ask myself a hundred times this past week.
As a man of faith I am perpetually surprised by the lessons we learn through our workshops. I gather our Lord learned to speak to us through such experiences. Thank you for sharing this video, and keep up the Good Work.
Some profound insight about old shops and growing older
Keep up the great work guys. I always enjoy watching your projects and admire the video/editing quality. Top Notch!
Lessons learned are sometimes hard to swallow. I have the same problem.
Hi Scott. I think we all need to learn that lesson 😃 great video as always. Thank you
Brilliant story teller.
7:01 He is literally salivating over the steel. Thats how you know this guy loves what he does.
You don't always need to retry taking so long to make decisions. I'm often on the other end, making changes too soon because I'm impatient for the improvements described in the video. That sweet spot of knowing what changes to make and when is key to a lot of life's challenges.
You have given me the inspiration to tackle my shop cleanup and reorganization. I already talked to my electrician about a new panel. Keep up the great content.
For the future, a trick I learned from a crusty old US Nave Chief Petty Officer years ago. We had to move a pump that weighed in at close to half a ton, and we were in a spot where we could not easily rig a chain fall hoist, so we lifted it, bolted it to it's new foundation, and moved it with pipe rollers. we were using a bottle jack to lift, but it's the same hazard. He used a pair of wooden wedges that were standard damage control equipment on ships at the time, and the job was finished with no injuries or damaged equipment.
The trick he showed us was, when lowering the table in place after the move, use opposing wedges to stabilize the far end. Drive in a pair or two on one end of the table just enough to take the load from your rollers, and lowering the other end becomes safe and easy, then use your jack to lift and remove the rollers. I stick a piece of scrap wood or metal to fill most of the gar and then wedge it with a pair of door shims because that is what I always have on hand, but any low angle wedge would work. By pairing opposed wedges you provide a uniform, level lifting surface just like leveling or plumbing a window.
Lol, the other day, I had some guys moving my and my and my neighbor's 8'x12' sheds because a developer next door is building a fence, and the trailer park oopsied the property line. My uncle, an old done-everything-and-has-the-scars-to-prove-it guy like Scott (and about the same age), was there to move my A/C condenser (his main gig for most of his career was in HVAC, but he picked up enough of all the trades along the way to semi-retire as a general handyman and hardware store clerk, and I got enough from him and my dad to engineer anything good enough -- it might look sketchy as hell, but I trust anything I design with my life, bc it's MASSIVELY overbuilt.), and he was chatting and joking with the mid-'30s Mexican guy that was in charge of moving the sheds, and giving the young guy tips, like where to buy cheap scrap oil-drilling pipe to use for rollers to do it the Egyptian way, and loaning him tools. Texan tradesmen speak a sort of pidgin, because the white guys speak English and don't ask where Manuel Labor is from, and Manuel has to be know what he's expected to do, but they do have to communicate, and so every white dude in the trades in Texas knows jobsite Spanish. "Poquito mas," to the crane operator, and such. It's not quite Spanglish, more like a creole/pidgin
Shed mover: "Si, si, I owe you a cerveza for that tip, senor."
Uncle: "So when do I get that beer? :p"
Shed mover: "Manana. :D"
(for the northerners, the Espanol phrases are "lil' more" "beer" and literally "tomorrow" but in practice same as when a New Yorker says "a minute", could be anything from ten hours to ten years.
Glad to see I'm not the only one who didn't set up shop right the first time!
Fantastic last statement! Sounds very familiar!