The best video of the whole series. Great transparency and honesty. I think the biggest difference many people will probably see is that the mobile tire shop for you is priority B, while many will make the mobile portion priority A. That will have more cons, but much more focused on the success of each van. Really enjoyed the whole playlist for someone interested in getting into a mobile tire business.
I started my mobile tire services with a truck and trailer. I use the truck way more for personal use than for work. And a trailer doesnt loose value that much and its quick to remove the machines if i need too. Im running the gas generator and air compressor in the truck so carbone monoxyde free and quiet workplace in the trailer..
I just started a mobile tire service business 2 months ago. Its extremely profitable but there is a lot of pressure having to promote yourself, market and secure jobs in advance.
Thanks for the video! I thought of this idea probably around the time this video was released. Turns out, my idea wasn't unique! A few questions for you, maybe you have addressed these in other videos, I apologize if so. 1. Where did you get the tires from? I am assuming a tire business is making money on each tire they sell, how do you get better pricing and/or establish a relationship with a warehouse? 2. What do you do with old tires/what is the cost to dispose? Seems like there are programs that will take tires away. 3. Now, with new EV tech, some companies are offering EV Cargo Vans (Transit/Sprinter/Rivian), this would reduce your cost/mile significantly and also allow you to power equipment (I think). The tax write off per mile would be significantly higher than your cost per mile plus less downtime on regular maintenance. 4. How many miles were you driving per day on a day that was loaded with customers? 5. Lastly, I love this idea but I have a full time job that I enjoy (typically) and get paid well. How does one try a business like this? Do it after work/weekends until it picks up? Thanks!
I have a mobile auto repair biz and was thinking of venture into tires. I'll start setting money aside for this. Good business to get into. Great video.
@@fernando_h_001 thanks for the valuable information. I want to buy a used mobile tire service van if anybody want to sale van I am ready to buy Thanks
I have been watching your videos and it's been very helpful thanks for that. I have a question: I'm trying to start a mobile tire business in Florida, I would like to know whether the tire balancer has to be anything special or could use any tire balancer? Also, I heard that when the van moves, the balancer gets uncalibrated is that true?
This is a very common question, and there is ongoing debate, however for me we used to have normal balancer from Snapon which was just mroe compact. And I would just calibrate it on every job to ensure I took into any slope from the road or inclination in other words.
Hello Julius, we sold it to someone in AZ, we don't have more Vans, but if you need one feel free to reach out to the ones that made us one. Called Custom Upfits.
I made my setup in a truck/trailer. We got a deal on a Hunter tire machine/balancer so if it doesn't work out we can make our money back. Consistent work has been a major issue for us. Alberta winters create a panic to get tires on from mid October through to early December but then it dies off. Also when it's -40⁰C it takes a long time to get the trailer and machines warmed up so I've had to turn down work because it is just too cold. Luckily I'm still working full time as a Machinist. Another issue is the amount of space needed to set up. I managed to cram all of my equipment into a 7x12 trailer but with my truck I still need about 40ft of space to park. It's no problem on a farm where a good chunk of my calls are but trying to find room in the suburbs is challenging. I've thought about moving my equipment into a 15ft step van but after the first snow here where I was dragging my trailer through 2ft drifts, I don't think a 2wd step van will cut it. We also experienced a lot of flooding in our county last spring so a 4x4 will be needed when it warms up too. I tweak my setup regularly but have it fairly dialed in now. In the future I'd like to change out my compressor for a silent model or buy a dedicated truck where the compressor and generator are always in the bed. With everything so far (changer, balancer, compressor, generator, pin plates, collets, wiring, plumbing, toolbox, jacks, impacts and trailer) we are a little over $16,000cdn invested in the trailer and we already owned the truck. Hoping to at least make our investment back by the mid-2022 if I continue doing it as a side gig.
Hello Dan, Just reading your comment, Thank you for sharing this, it hopefully will help other looking into getting in this market to learn for our experience. Thanks for watching, and hope that 2022 is a solid year to you!
Well a business overall should have a general liability, a workers comp insurance (if you have employees) and Auto insurance if you have a mobile van. Others like to have an umbrella that covers everything, I personally don't have one, perhaps eventually once the business grows bigger.
Comercial is much better than retail and alot more money, just need to know how to work on those tires, they are more risky, but leave more money too!.
Hello I think overall custom upfits is where I bought mine, a bit pricey but it was a great van. You can always build one yourself. I did a video explaining this in detail. ua-cam.com/video/4WOaqyPDdOA/v-deo.html
I operated a mobile tire service truck in 06. It didn't work because no body but the owner was making money. It's a great idea but if you are going to put someone in the seat, make sure you pay them accordingly.
Exactly, I think that the person that will run the show really needs to be well paid or well incentivized to run the show accordingly. Thanks for watching!
$75,000 to put a tire machine, balancer, compressor, and inverter in? That's crazy man. On top of 30k for the van. No wonder it didn't make money having to pay that loan payment every month lol
Yeah the overhead on this was too high, I've seen now people get van's for much less, I also did another video where I broke down the costs and that company that built the van did a large markup on us. But well you live to learn and learn to live.
Thanks for watching, I agree i really like to concept, and hopefully one day I can own a fleet or more of these I just didn't have the right team and was in a hole wher ei couldn't get myself out of there, so it had to be done.
Opened two new brick and mortar along with a mobile unit? Didn’t seem like you guys were fully committed. Perhaps you could have opened one new brick and mortar and the money budgeted for the second brick and mortar could have gone to marketing for the mobile unit and a better hourly rate for a great technician.
I've been thinking of starting one too, so thanks for the video. I personally think you invested too much from the start without knowing the ins and out of the business. A used truck, machines, all can be had for under 40k. You also didn't mention how you priced mobile vs your local shop. If it cost 100% more, people are broke. They rather just wait than have the service. And yeah, you guys were paying way too low for a tech. You essentially need a unicorn tech. At a minimum I would think $20.00 an hr plus incentives. Thanks so much again. Will have to checkout more of your content.
Thanks for watching, and also thanks for sharing I can see you are well rounded when it comes to the industry. I do agree that several mistakes were made, and to answer your question i would say the moible van had a price comparable to the tire shop at some times the same price, but when it came to smaller jobs like a flat repair, or rotations those whould be alot more expensive since we needed to make at least $80 per trip just to break even. $80 flat repair is not easy to swallow unless you really need the help (Stuck in walmart with kids and no spare)
Hey Fernando I love the content bro! I appreciate the open and honest as well as critical/vital information you're blessing us all with. I just was introduced to this whole concept and I feel like this is my calling, but I'm clueless on where or how to begin. What would be the first steps as far as the administrative level. What kinda paperwork or licenses would I need I need to acquire in order to start? Or can I just go out, find clientele, and have at it?? Also, what would be the ideal amount of capital to get up and running and do you know of any resources one could tap into for funding? Thanks in advance. I hope you and your loved ones are doing well. Happy New Year! 🫡💯
Hello thanks for watching, and apprecaite the kind comments: In regards to what to apply for at least a business license like an LLC or Sole prop, so that you can open bank account. Then state licenese but since you are mobile, you may not need this at the beginning. for a van or tire shop I have videos detailing exactly how much to spend and how to make it cheaper but anywhere from $40,000 - $100,000 for sure is to be expected.
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GRACIAS. POR. LA INFORMACIÓN. FERNY.
I'm praying it works for me I haven't gotten my trunk yet but I'm doing side
Work for now
Thank you for info(will be in thatch)
The best video of the whole series. Great transparency and honesty. I think the biggest difference many people will probably see is that the mobile tire shop for you is priority B, while many will make the mobile portion priority A. That will have more cons, but much more focused on the success of each van.
Really enjoyed the whole playlist for someone interested in getting into a mobile tire business.
I appreciate that!
Thank you for watching the playlist!
I started my mobile tire services with a truck and trailer. I use the truck way more for personal use than for work. And a trailer doesnt loose value that much and its quick to remove the machines if i need too. Im running the gas generator and air compressor in the truck so carbone monoxyde free and quiet workplace in the trailer..
Very good tip here, thanks for sharing. and thanks for watching.
What size Air compressor? In the process of building my trailer for my business
I just started a mobile tire service business 2 months ago. Its extremely profitable but there is a lot of pressure having to promote yourself, market and secure jobs in advance.
Thanks for watching my video! and thanks for sharing, keep me posted how your business goes, I'm really interested and wish you the best.
Thanks for the video! I thought of this idea probably around the time this video was released. Turns out, my idea wasn't unique! A few questions for you, maybe you have addressed these in other videos, I apologize if so.
1. Where did you get the tires from? I am assuming a tire business is making money on each tire they sell, how do you get better pricing and/or establish a relationship with a warehouse?
2. What do you do with old tires/what is the cost to dispose? Seems like there are programs that will take tires away.
3. Now, with new EV tech, some companies are offering EV Cargo Vans (Transit/Sprinter/Rivian), this would reduce your cost/mile significantly and also allow you to power equipment (I think). The tax write off per mile would be significantly higher than your cost per mile plus less downtime on regular maintenance.
4. How many miles were you driving per day on a day that was loaded with customers?
5. Lastly, I love this idea but I have a full time job that I enjoy (typically) and get paid well. How does one try a business like this? Do it after work/weekends until it picks up?
Thanks!
I have a mobile auto repair biz and was thinking of venture into tires. I'll start setting money aside for this. Good business to get into. Great video.
Did you ever branch out!?
Yeah I'm in a process of starting a mobile oil and car wash. I stumbled on your video. Great stuff! Thank you.
Wow very interesting, please share how that goes! Best of luck!
Yeah man, appreciate the transparency. I will set up a consultation as I am in the process of starting my own mobile tire service as well!
Hello, no problem anytime, i'll be more than happy to help! Thanks for watching.
@@fernando_h_001 thanks for the valuable information. I want to buy a used mobile tire service van if anybody want to sale van I am ready to buy
Thanks
I have been watching your videos and it's been very helpful thanks for that. I have a question: I'm trying to start a mobile tire business in Florida, I would like to know whether the tire balancer has to be anything special or could use any tire balancer? Also, I heard that when the van moves, the balancer gets uncalibrated is that true?
This is a very common question, and there is ongoing debate, however for me we used to have normal balancer from Snapon which was just mroe compact. And I would just calibrate it on every job to ensure I took into any slope from the road or inclination in other words.
Hey Bud. What u guys did with the van? Do u have anymore available
Hello Julius, we sold it to someone in AZ, we don't have more Vans, but if you need one feel free to reach out to the ones that made us one. Called Custom Upfits.
Thank you for these videos! They are a big help
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching.
I've thought of it but then idk where you live but I live in California in a area where there's long stretch of highways with only towing available.
Every market is different for sure, but don't let that discourage you, just do you due diligence.
I made my setup in a truck/trailer. We got a deal on a Hunter tire machine/balancer so if it doesn't work out we can make our money back.
Consistent work has been a major issue for us. Alberta winters create a panic to get tires on from mid October through to early December but then it dies off. Also when it's -40⁰C it takes a long time to get the trailer and machines warmed up so I've had to turn down work because it is just too cold. Luckily I'm still working full time as a Machinist.
Another issue is the amount of space needed to set up. I managed to cram all of my equipment into a 7x12 trailer but with my truck I still need about 40ft of space to park. It's no problem on a farm where a good chunk of my calls are but trying to find room in the suburbs is challenging. I've thought about moving my equipment into a 15ft step van but after the first snow here where I was dragging my trailer through 2ft drifts, I don't think a 2wd step van will cut it. We also experienced a lot of flooding in our county last spring so a 4x4 will be needed when it warms up too.
I tweak my setup regularly but have it fairly dialed in now. In the future I'd like to change out my compressor for a silent model or buy a dedicated truck where the compressor and generator are always in the bed. With everything so far (changer, balancer, compressor, generator, pin plates, collets, wiring, plumbing, toolbox, jacks, impacts and trailer) we are a little over $16,000cdn invested in the trailer and we already owned the truck.
Hoping to at least make our investment back by the mid-2022 if I continue doing it as a side gig.
Hello Dan, Just reading your comment, Thank you for sharing this, it hopefully will help other looking into getting in this market to learn for our experience. Thanks for watching, and hope that 2022 is a solid year to you!
Hey @Dan Mac any updates?
any updates?
What kind of insurance policies are recommended for this business ? Thanks..
Well a business overall should have a general liability, a workers comp insurance (if you have employees) and Auto insurance if you have a mobile van. Others like to have an umbrella that covers everything, I personally don't have one, perhaps eventually once the business grows bigger.
Think I could find more demand in the commercial industry in British Columbia? 18 wheels per vehicle sounds enticing haha
Comercial is much better than retail and alot more money, just need to know how to work on those tires, they are more risky, but leave more money too!.
Where should I purchase a mobile tire van from?
Hello I think overall custom upfits is where I bought mine, a bit pricey but it was a great van. You can always build one yourself. I did a video explaining this in detail. ua-cam.com/video/4WOaqyPDdOA/v-deo.html
I operated a mobile tire service truck in 06. It didn't work because no body but the owner was making money. It's a great idea but if you are going to put someone in the seat, make sure you pay them accordingly.
Exactly, I think that the person that will run the show really needs to be well paid or well incentivized to run the show accordingly. Thanks for watching!
Who did you sell the van too ?
Hello Martin, I sold the van to one of my subscribers from Phoenix.
Harbour freight sells power inverters.lol.
Well now we know, thanks for watching.
thanks for keeping it real g
No problem, thanks for watching!
$75,000 to put a tire machine, balancer, compressor, and inverter in? That's crazy man. On top of 30k for the van. No wonder it didn't make money having to pay that loan payment every month lol
Yeah the overhead on this was too high, I've seen now people get van's for much less, I also did another video where I broke down the costs and that company that built the van did a large markup on us. But well you live to learn and learn to live.
He spent way to much for a mobile tire van. I use to own a tire shop we opened it for 20 thousand. Spending 75k is ridiculous for a mobile tire van
Great info..
Thanks for watching!
No gloves for me
I have a mobile tire shop I'm in Ohio. I think 🤔 we need more if these business .
Thanks for watching, I agree i really like to concept, and hopefully one day I can own a fleet or more of these I just didn't have the right team and was in a hole wher ei couldn't get myself out of there, so it had to be done.
Opened two new brick and mortar along with a mobile unit? Didn’t seem like you guys were fully committed. Perhaps you could have opened one new brick and mortar and the money budgeted for the second brick and mortar could have gone to marketing for the mobile unit and a better hourly rate for a great technician.
This is very good advice, and I think the overall lesson. I agree with you! Thanks for watching.
Thanks
Your welcome.
I've been thinking of starting one too, so thanks for the video. I personally think you invested too much from the start without knowing the ins and out of the business. A used truck, machines, all can be had for under 40k.
You also didn't mention how you priced mobile vs your local shop. If it cost 100% more, people are broke. They rather just wait than have the service.
And yeah, you guys were paying way too low for a tech. You essentially need a unicorn tech. At a minimum I would think $20.00 an hr plus incentives.
Thanks so much again. Will have to checkout more of your content.
Thanks for watching, and also thanks for sharing I can see you are well rounded when it comes to the industry. I do agree that several mistakes were made, and to answer your question i would say the moible van had a price comparable to the tire shop at some times the same price, but when it came to smaller jobs like a flat repair, or rotations those whould be alot more expensive since we needed to make at least $80 per trip just to break even. $80 flat repair is not easy to swallow unless you really need the help (Stuck in walmart with kids and no spare)
I think you could’ve made more money if you didn’t do just car tires. Semi,loader,agricultural,that’s where the real tire money is.
I agree, I never got to learn on how to do comercial tires, but I know for a fact that there is alot of money to be made there....
Bro you're too soft!! Gotta be a shark to make it out there
Haha thanks Ben, I think the lesson was learned!
First problem. Car tire public. Yuck..
Car tire public?
NO.gonit.
All because y’all are not Auto Tech 😂😂😂
Hello thanks for watching, I actually do know how to do all that work, but for me its just not worth it. Opportunity cost!
Dude, you talk too much! Your videos are too long 😤
Hello Zack sorry some people want more details. Moving forward i’m leaving timelines so you can jump straight to what you need! Thanks for watching
Hey Fernando I love the content bro! I appreciate the open and honest as well as critical/vital information you're blessing us all with. I just was introduced to this whole concept and I feel like this is my calling, but I'm clueless on where or how to begin. What would be the first steps as far as the administrative level. What kinda paperwork or licenses would I need I need to acquire in order to start? Or can I just go out, find clientele, and have at it?? Also, what would be the ideal amount of capital to get up and running and do you know of any resources one could tap into for funding? Thanks in advance. I hope you and your loved ones are doing well. Happy New Year! 🫡💯
Hello thanks for watching, and apprecaite the kind comments: In regards to what to apply for at least a business license like an LLC or Sole prop, so that you can open bank account. Then state licenese but since you are mobile, you may not need this at the beginning. for a van or tire shop I have videos detailing exactly how much to spend and how to make it cheaper but anywhere from $40,000 - $100,000 for sure is to be expected.