Yeah and my old boss says that a tool cart is not functional and efficient enough for a professional technician. I'm glad you proved him wrong sir, you are the man.
This is the most efficient cart I have seen on UA-cam. You obviously weren’t afraid to tweak it to perfection over time. I’m taking notes and cleaning mine out this weekend
It’s nice to only need 4 or 5 sizes. I was at a shop that did mostly hondas and kept trying to set my cart up that way. Every time I’d immediately get some random chrysler or something that I had to do in an open bay across the shop. Then I’d spend more time going back for tools than actually fixing the car
Yea I feel you there. The only reason all these tools are selected in here like this is because my lift broke down and I worked 3 months across the shop from my bay. Being a dealer tech definitely has it's benefits.
Because they're straight. Why snap on don't make a set of straight regular wrenches is beyond me, they could sell millions. They almost never slip even when hit with a sledge hammer, you can even put a 2 ton jack under one if needs be!
I really like your setup. I like how you're able to keep it simple, keeping only what you use in the cart. I'm honestly a bit jealous. I worked at a Ford dealership very briefly, but otherwise I had to work on whatever rolled or was towed into the shop.
The only problem with having a stacked cart with no wasted space is once its full it hardly moves. You definitely don't want to roll it around all day. I have a blue point 3 drawer with a top lid and the wheels feel like they're gonna snap going over a zip tie. I'm thinking of welding some cross braces or some adjustable cables like a steel structure. I can't afford a new box suitable for like 5k in tools, haven't found a solution yet.
Yea I had these mag rails for my sockets for the longest time until I got the toolgrid system and then I needed to figure out what to do with 3 sets of mag rails.
@@johnb1121 Homak. I don't think they manufacturer this one in particular anymore. www.vehicleservicepros.com/directory/equipment/tool-storage/toolboxes-and-tool-carts/product/12033015/homak-manufacturing-llc-35-stainless-steel-4drawer-service-cart
Very cool set up .I feel for you brother I all so work on three ramps all over the work shop cars and trucks got a similar set up I put side cabinet's on my cart .keep safe buddy 🇬🇧
You were talking about the Jesus pliers from harbor freight have you checked out the tekton complete line on the pliers i bought a i believe 9 1/2 inch long handles i had like $23 in rewards for the website and i got the pliers and honestly and this is coming from a big fan of channel lock pliers I've owned several different sets of them that pair of tekton pliers is impressive they are built really well and made in the USA, and as far as your craftsman USA made pry bar set,hyper tough and Menards master force and the Mayhew i believe that is the dominator series are all the same pry bar set all are made by Mayhew.
Works great especially with a little heat. Actually used the wrench extender with one of my screwdrivers to get an CV axle popped out of the transmission where a pry bar wouldn't quite fit due to the angled tip.
I have my cart layout with complete sets. Your layout is more efficient and allows you to have a wider variety in your cart. It gives me Something for me to think on.
I got really annoyed of having sockets I didn't really use on my cart. I found myself grabbing them by mistake often. At one point I flipped the ones I didn't use much around so I could identify them, then I just took them out all together. They are still really accessible in my tool box, but not in my way on my tool cart.
Hondas are great to work on very limited tools needed, hardly ever needed to go to my main toolbox, 99% of the work could b e done from the cart. Best car company if you r on flat rate, Ave over 10 hrs per day nice box and understand the set points on torque wrenches, be efficient
How do you like those KTC clip pliers? I'm guessing by the locations you use the 80 degrees more than the 35's. Working on Hondas, do you think you could get away with just the 80 degree set for most things? Thanks and loved the tour!
The bigger ones are really nice I use them 99% of the time unless the clip is recessed it won't grab it. The smaller ones are nice too but I don't use them a whole lot. I seem to break less clips with the ktc ones vs the harbor freight ones.
To me, it doesn't seem that you would need a larger tool box given your optimization of this roll cart. I'm not sure what else I would need to successfully flag except what is in this tool box. Do you think I would need more tools than this to successfully flag? Maybe a separate smaller toolbox to keep my power tools in?
From the techs that I have seen get those the locking mechanism is not the best. It breaks often and can get knocked free. I have not really needed a locking one, however if I had a Matco dealer I'd probably get a Matco locking one.
Yea I put my power tools inside the bottom drawer and I can close the lid. The other stuff I'm not worried about too much we have cameras in the shop and no tool has really grown legs.
It's a regular 5/8 spark plug socket. Had a car that overheated and the plug wires melted in the spark plug hole. Customer wanted a leak down test, so I modified it so I could cut through the rubber and get the plugs out.
Online. I got some through Amazon and some I ordered online on home Depot. VIM magrails. They come as a set of 3 on a metal tray. I got rid of the tray a long time ago.
Hey Tech T-Bone new subscriber!; I have a question I’m currently going to start as a Lube Tech and was curious cause my boss said I’ll need a air gun (impact) but didn’t specify what size? Does he mean like a 1/2 if so can I just get a cordless or should I go with the air
My digital torque wrenches have not needed to be calibrated. They get checked on the Snapon truck from time to time on the machine they got. As long as you torque at a slow consistent pace holding on to the handle correctly you find the wrenches to be really accurate. The Honda ones our tool dealers will check if I ever drop them.
please don’t tell me you torque your filters. filters go on hand tight, this just makes it harder for the next guy. honda needs to discontinue that tool from the program
Nice set up. Too bad you have to buy your own tools so you can make the servive writers, who come to work with a 2.00 pen, and the service manager, and the dealer principal pay check and then get your pay which is about 25% of the door rate. Techs like yourself are worth 75.00 and hour all day long. Dont let the service writers give your work up too cheap.
Honestly in love with this set up, it’s so organized and efficient. Very impressive 👏
Thank you.
Yeah and my old boss says that a tool cart is not functional and efficient enough for a professional technician. I'm glad you proved him wrong sir, you are the man.
Any cart, that has any tool, that you use regularly and saves you time, is useful. My toolbox hardly gets opened day to day.
This is the most efficient cart I have seen on UA-cam. You obviously weren’t afraid to tweak it to perfection over time. I’m taking notes and cleaning mine out this weekend
This is enough motivation for me to finally get the top of my cart organized, possibly redo the whole thing
This is one of the best, well thought-out set-ups....and an awesome video! Thank you!
Thank you.
It’s nice to only need 4 or 5 sizes. I was at a shop that did mostly hondas and kept trying to set my cart up that way. Every time I’d immediately get some random chrysler or something that I had to do in an open bay across the shop. Then I’d spend more time going back for tools than actually fixing the car
Yea I feel you there. The only reason all these tools are selected in here like this is because my lift broke down and I worked 3 months across the shop from my bay. Being a dealer tech definitely has it's benefits.
Great video bro, I like how you not only showed us what you have buy you also told us what application you use them for on Hondas.
Those Snap-On double box ends are one of the best tool purchases I've ever made. I still use them all the time even though I'm just a diy guy now.
Because they're straight. Why snap on don't make a set of straight regular wrenches is beyond me, they could sell millions. They almost never slip even when hit with a sledge hammer, you can even put a 2 ton jack under one if needs be!
Well organized 👌 appreciate your time to show your cart!
Awesome layout, screams efficiency.
I really like your setup. I like how you're able to keep it simple, keeping only what you use in the cart. I'm honestly a bit jealous. I worked at a Ford dealership very briefly, but otherwise I had to work on whatever rolled or was towed into the shop.
Nice setup! I use a tool cart for the tools I use everyday at work. The bigger box holds all the other stuff. 👍
Yup seems to work out better that way.
One of the best tours.. Best use of space no fluff.
Forgot to show but my lid also closes so I can lock it up.
Now that’s how you set up a roll cart. Everything you need most is there in the top. Like seeing that KTC clip tool in other toolboxes too.
Love those clip pliers.
The only problem with having a stacked cart with no wasted space is once its full it hardly moves. You definitely don't want to roll it around all day. I have a blue point 3 drawer with a top lid and the wheels feel like they're gonna snap going over a zip tie. I'm thinking of welding some cross braces or some adjustable cables like a steel structure. I can't afford a new box suitable for like 5k in tools, haven't found a solution yet.
That's how a cart should be set up, Great set up very efficient way of working
Thank you. Always looking on ways to make improvements and add/ remove items based on how much they're used.
Really nice setup. Great stuff . 👏
Using the lid is the way to go. I also have VIM rails but you’ll get more bang for the buck using Amazon rare earth magnets. Thanks for the tour!
Yea I had these mag rails for my sockets for the longest time until I got the toolgrid system and then I needed to figure out what to do with 3 sets of mag rails.
@@techt-bone4337 hey who makes the tool cart
@@johnb1121 Homak. I don't think they manufacturer this one in particular anymore. www.vehicleservicepros.com/directory/equipment/tool-storage/toolboxes-and-tool-carts/product/12033015/homak-manufacturing-llc-35-stainless-steel-4drawer-service-cart
@@johnb1121 Snap-on. Used at 50% new.
@@techt-bone4337 thanks I thought it was good choice
That's a great organization. Great job.
Nice simple and efficient tool set up.
Tech T-Bone.. New subscriber here.. Nice set up bro. That's a cool looking tool cart. Thanks for sharing it..
Hey thank you. I've watched so many on UA-cam videos trying to get new ideas so I figured it put mine out there.
Wow well organized very nice setup.
Very cool set up .I feel for you brother I all so work on three ramps all over the work shop cars and trucks got a similar set up I put side cabinet's on my cart .keep safe buddy 🇬🇧
That draincock socket for radiator drain plugs is hella smart 👌
You can buy them premade, or you can find an extra socket and cut it out. I believe it's a 13mm.
such an awesome set up. Definitely taking some notes, im new to the trade.
I stole your Honda coolant container idea loved that idea rather then buying organizer trays
Best part is that it works with any brand of coolant.
You were talking about the Jesus pliers from harbor freight have you checked out the tekton complete line on the pliers i bought a i believe 9 1/2 inch long handles i had like $23 in rewards for the website and i got the pliers and honestly and this is coming from a big fan of channel lock pliers I've owned several different sets of them that pair of tekton pliers is impressive they are built really well and made in the USA, and as far as your craftsman USA made pry bar set,hyper tough and Menards master force and the Mayhew i believe that is the dominator series are all the same pry bar set all are made by Mayhew.
Awesome setup i really enjoyed your video! 💪😎
I think all you to add is a serpentine belt tool to help with services. Awesome set up tho.
I had one top drawer of my toolbox. No longer with Honda anymore and no longer do drive belts.
@@techt-bone4337 yes I just subscribed and saw it on your toolbox tour.
Awesome setup. A lot of tools in and on that cart 👍👍👍
Yea I kind of want to get the new harbor freight cart they just released.
@@techt-bone4337 iv seen them on UA-cam they do look pretty sweet.
Nice and neat! Excellent organisation
Hey thanks
Starting as a tier2 tech at a dealer in two weeks. Your my study material 😁😅
Lovely set up.
Can you do your man box in landscape.
That wrench extender is key for tie rod jam nuts.
Works great especially with a little heat. Actually used the wrench extender with one of my screwdrivers to get an CV axle popped out of the transmission where a pry bar wouldn't quite fit due to the angled tip.
Nice set up I must admit keep it going man! Well thought organization
Fantastic setup , think I’ll build one thank you sir 👍👍👍
I have my cart layout with complete sets. Your layout is more efficient and allows you to have a wider variety in your cart. It gives me Something for me to think on.
I got really annoyed of having sockets I didn't really use on my cart. I found myself grabbing them by mistake often. At one point I flipped the ones I didn't use much around so I could identify them, then I just took them out all together. They are still really accessible in my tool box, but not in my way on my tool cart.
SWEET CART👍👍👍
This helps cause i drive honda civic.
Now i know what tools i need and dont need
Set up is too fire bro!
Hondas are great to work on very limited tools needed, hardly ever needed to go to my main toolbox, 99% of the work could b e done from the cart. Best car company if you r on flat rate, Ave over 10 hrs per day nice box and understand the set points on torque wrenches, be efficient
Good going dude ! 🙌🏼
What are the magnetic strips called that you hang stuff on and where can I get them?
Vim magrails. Get them at Vim tools online
Really, a brake bleeder wrench for valve adjustments? I promise you you'd love the tool were it's built in one with the screw driver. Nice set up tho.
I have one of them. There's certain vehicles where the tool won't fit though so I'll use that instead.
Sick setup!!
Honda tech let’s go i my self is a Honda tech
Where did you get the organization grid ??
How do you like those KTC clip pliers? I'm guessing by the locations you use the 80 degrees more than the 35's. Working on Hondas, do you think you could get away with just the 80 degree set for most things? Thanks and loved the tour!
The bigger ones are really nice I use them 99% of the time unless the clip is recessed it won't grab it. The smaller ones are nice too but I don't use them a whole lot. I seem to break less clips with the ktc ones vs the harbor freight ones.
Nice setup 🤘
Love the tools and layout. The voice bored me to sleep though.
I'm not the best commentator, hence I work on cars.
Nice setup 👍 can you do a video on your tool chest
Yea once I get some time after work I'll make a video.
Uploading a toolbox Tour right now. Should be up in like 2hrs it's a big file.
What brand are the Mag strips on the inside lid? - Thanks
What organizer are you using in the top there? Looks like a pegboard where you can add magnetic guides?
Vim magrails
To me, it doesn't seem that you would need a larger tool box given your optimization of this roll cart.
I'm not sure what else I would need to successfully flag except what is in this tool box. Do you think I would need more tools than this to successfully flag?
Maybe a separate smaller toolbox to keep my power tools in?
very nice bro, great video
Thank you
Great setup
Thank you.
VIM Magrails and Tool Grid! Holy Crap!
Tools don't cost money they make money.
@@techt-bone4337
Say, do you still have the ones you borrowed from me?
For the 3/8 flex ratchet have you used the locking flex head version from Snap on? Not sure which one to get. Thanks.
From the techs that I have seen get those the locking mechanism is not the best. It breaks often and can get knocked free. I have not really needed a locking one, however if I had a Matco dealer I'd probably get a Matco locking one.
@@techt-bone4337 Thank you. I heard Matco are good as well.
Our Matco dealer stopped coming just as I wanted to get one of those ratchets. The head is also slimmer than the Snap-on ones.
Do you close and lock the box every day? I see a lot of tools hanging on the side.
Yea I put my power tools inside the bottom drawer and I can close the lid. The other stuff I'm not worried about too much we have cameras in the shop and no tool has really grown legs.
Did you buy your grid set up or make it?
You buy the board and the attachments you need. And set it up to your liking. Available online, Cornwell and Matco
Nice setup, its that a 14mm spark plug socket modified? Thanks
It's a regular 5/8 spark plug socket. Had a car that overheated and the plug wires melted in the spark plug hole. Customer wanted a leak down test, so I modified it so I could cut through the rubber and get the plugs out.
Where did u get the magnets that are mounted to the lid? Tool truck or online?
Online. I got some through Amazon and some I ordered online on home Depot. VIM magrails. They come as a set of 3 on a metal tray. I got rid of the tray a long time ago.
Do you have link for the magnetic strip on the box lid
cloud1.shopsite.com/donofish/page30.html
Very nice!
Where did u get the red magnet rail for ur wrenches on the top?
VIM Magrails. Got some through Amazon and some from home Depot online
Hey Tech T-Bone new subscriber!; I have a question I’m currently going to start as a Lube Tech and was curious cause my boss said I’ll need a air gun (impact) but didn’t specify what size? Does he mean like a 1/2 if so can I just get a cordless or should I go with the air
As a luber usually a 1/2 is what you'll use for removing and installing wheels. Honestly I would start with a cheaper air 1/2 impact.
@@techt-bone4337 okay man! thanks broths and any recommendations you can give since I’m starting off?
Look up the torque test channel. He tests all sorts of impacts.
I'm totally beings a Karen here, but it just for fun. Calling you milwaukee pliers vice grips is like calling your chevy a Ford lol
Goals
What did you use to organize the top is there a link
For the sockets and pliers I used tool grid. You can get it online or through matco and Cornwell dealers
How often do you get your torque wrenches calibrated?
My digital torque wrenches have not needed to be calibrated. They get checked on the Snapon truck from time to time on the machine they got. As long as you torque at a slow consistent pace holding on to the handle correctly you find the wrenches to be really accurate. The Honda ones our tool dealers will check if I ever drop them.
Sup with those magnets in lid. Brand?
VIM Magrails
How are the magnets attached on the lid?
The backside of the rails are also magnetic. They are VIM magrails
Not everything snap on is necessary but those ratchets sure are.
Yea I've had ratchets fail under very high load before it ain't fun.
David Guetta has a very similar toolbox set up.
What's his channel name? Looked him up as David Guetta could find him.
@@techt-bone4337 Oh, of course. Here it is ua-cam.com/channels/4u7FVObWNiNPCJm1BAg6_w.html
Do you know who David Guetta is?
whered you get the mag rails
Some of them I ordered through home Depot and some through Amazon. Just priced checked them and whatever was cheaper.
@@techt-bone4337 sick thanks bro
'Nayko'* 😉
please don’t tell me you torque your filters. filters go on hand tight, this just makes it harder for the next guy. honda needs to discontinue that tool from the program
No I never used it for that. Used it for many other things that were at or around 16ftlbs. No longer work for Honda though.
@@techt-bone4337 where are you venturing to now bud
@@DriftmanX Tesla
What of tool grid do you have
All of the sockets ratchets and pliers on topspace are held by tool grid. Bought it through Cornwell
@@techt-bone4337 did you have to cut to fit?
Yes. I got the closest one in dimensions I could get and used a jigsaw to cut it. Used a straight edge clamped down as a guide.
Who else is like where the heck is the 13mm and 15mm?
They're in my box hibernating. I use them once in a blue moon.
It's a honda not a ford.
No line wrenches
I've gotten away all these years without them. If I did get some it would probably be some cheap ones in 8,10,12,14mm.
@@techt-bone4337 cheap line wrenches suck. Better off using flank drive open end that it looks like you have
Yea Flank drive plus. Never have an issue
Nice set up. Too bad you have to buy your own tools so you can make the servive writers, who come to work with a 2.00 pen, and the service manager, and the dealer principal pay check and then get your pay which is about 25% of the door rate. Techs like yourself are worth 75.00 and hour all day long. Dont let the service writers give your work up too cheap.
25% would be nice. 20% at best.