It’s crazy how all winter 71 feels too cool and in the summer 71 degrees is too hot

You are totally right...sometimes Greebles can both look cool and also have no place in your mind for a build....or at least initially. For me, I really like the lens as I thought they could just be some cool details on a panel build. One of my favorite parts of this series is hearing what other people would do. It truly opens the mind to opportunities to grow. I believe next weeks videos will be easiser to imagine....even though it may not look that way until I start taking it apart.

I really appreciate your kind words Jerry. It is always great finding people who also love taking things apart. Some see it as destructive, but I love it because it can be fun, therapeutic and often it is intriguing to see how things work and are constructed...which in turn helps to discover how to build my own projects. As for being a builder or not, I can understand your feelings. I am the same way. Practice has made my mind be more creative and allowing myself to make mistakes and projects that don't turn out well has allowed me the room so that the more I practice...the better my work becomes. I am positive that your journey will be the same. So how do you start...? I would advice one of two routes (possibly both as I see they both have benefits for the creative mind). The first is, find a prop you want to make and start to make it. Buy as close as the same materials you can and replicate it. Adam Savage says make things in 3's. By the time you finish the third you will be amazed at the learning curve. I tend to lean to woodworking, but if you are looking for something easy to start out...maybe use foam. It takes less tools to get going. Or buy a utility box, some spray paint, automotive pin striping and buy a couple star wars button tiles. Then make a panel front. When you are finished, then step up the next one by adding some led's. Another method could be kitbashing...which only requires glue and trash. Next time you take something apart...select the best greeble(s) and gather a bunch of trash about you (pill bottles, medical caps, paperclips for "pipes" lids, straws, etc) so that you can just add items with glue or hot glue. Don't over think it. If you mess up...at the end of the day it was just trash and you can start again. When you are done...paint it all one color like gray or rust and it will come together. Lastly...yes, greebles storage is always a battle. A persons hobby should never overrun their life...but having a selection of items available helps to make creative builds. I usually keep about 80% of all the thins I have taken apart. However, it has forced me recently to rethink this as it has taken over the space that I originally wanted to build in. So I have had to pare it down. I recommend, keeping small interesting baubles. Maybe buy 1 or 2 organization bins and put the items in it when you like something. If it gets full...trade weaker items for stronger ones. I often offer my discarded greebles ot others. I don't sell anything, but I know people who do. And I try to recycle whenever possible. (instead of landfills) Sorry for the lengthy response...but you brought up such great points that meant a lot to me...so I want to provide a thorough response.

@@garlandsworkshop Your response is GREATLY appreciated! Thank you for taking the time out of, what must be, your very busy schedule! Your suggestions are exactly what I need to hear! OVER AND OVER AND OVER AGAIN!!! The comment about not being afraid to make mistakes really hits home! For so many years I told my art students the same thing, and now that I have retired, it is time that I take my own advice when it comes to what are my own interests in Art. And yes, what the community of Makers create, I DO consider it to be ART!!! There is not enough room here in this post to put into words how much it helps to have found a like-minded person and community! Thank you SO MUCH for your fun videos and helpful comments! I will be on the lookout for more of your content! Keep up the great work! You continue to be a fun storyteller! p.s. receiving your response made my day!

I am pleased to hear this. And the feeling is mutual

To see even more destruction…search for how this TVs magnifying screen can be used to literally blow up rocks. Very interesting. But seriously though, found this one on fb marketplace and grabbed it just before owner couldn’t sell it and was about to add this one to a landfill, so I took it apart to share what’s inside, repurpose it and recycle what remained. If you are looking for one, tons are being offered for free across the USA. Could be a cool nostalgic piece to show off in the living room. Cheers

@@garlandsworkshop i'm not in USA, so it would cost a fortune to get them here

Oh wow. I do not factor that in. My first rear projection tv I bought many moons ago was as when I lived in Italy. Not sure where you live but who knows…maybe one is lurking around the next classified ad or vintage sale. I love seeing how things work. So I have always taken things apart. In doing these videos. Hopefully it helps people see what I see without having to do it themselves. Unless they really love what the see and have to have those Greebles for a special build. But there are some things I’ve had for years that I’ve never had the courage to tear apart. Too nostalgic I guess. I hope you find the treasures you are after. Cheers

@@garlandsworkshop i have two rear projection TVs here now, and at least 8 CRT projectors, but i'd easily take more rear projection sets if they were more common in Australia, unfortunately they never were overly common here. I used to repair and service them many years ago, but they're very rare here.

Wow. That is super cool that you have so many classics and that you have the skills to fix them and keep them going. I guess I just simply assumed most all countries consume the same proportion of products as we do in the states. A little naive on my part I guess. I remember while living in Italy just before I left…an Italian friend quickly jumped at the opportunity to take my rear protection. But my 35” CRT had to be recycle because no one would take it. And I was giving it all away for free. Italy was super big on the flatscreens about this time. Germany and Portugal were about the same from what I could see. But I admit that still is only a small look at world trends

I bought these “Rhino Ramps” by Blitz over a decade ago. I’m sure newer versions are out there. Mine measured at 7” high and 35” long. I had zero clearance issues Otherwise just use a jack and jack stands…

lol. Yea, sometimes a vision of a bigger picture project needs to come to mind. Too often my mind goes to panels and more panels and if I can’t fit them in that, I just save for some future brain storm. That’s also why I love watching other people’s builds or comments in this video series. Because they open my eyes to what I did not see on my own.

If there ever was a a game of “Greebles storytelling “ you would be the all time winner. I love the clever and unique uses for the Greebles wrapped up in a story that you seem to weave so easily. So Rad !!!

Admittedly, yes, that can be a critical aspect of the job, which can be daunting if you have never done it before. This was my daughter’s first time. She was nervous, but did fine. I think a spotter helps a lot. But saving a few dollars on an Oil change isn’t worth damage to your car. So it may be better to take it to a mechanic. But at least you know going into it, what’s involved and how much it costs.

I agree. Totally interesting shapes on the case side. In the inside it has very similar parts to things we’ve taken apart many times before…even though their uses may not even be food related. I find that interesting to see how the mechanisms and electronics are used in various devices

Yes, I did a portable battery charger about 4 weeks ago. Lots of Greebles greatness therein. And I think converting the look of your ring doorbell is genius. Instead if people avoiding it, you’ll have everyone turning into it to check it out…and thus getting a perfect mugshot of qmy would be porch pirate

I am so glad to hear you say that. I can get a bit Boba Fett crazy and see it in everything. So I am not the only one that save slave 1 in the pizza maker. The landing platform is totally a great ESB touch (or episode 2 Jan go Fett scene). I love that idea. And I have never been one to shy away away from darker props (like my Skywalker hands display). I think the headstone idea is very clever. A little arebesh on the face. A few LEDs lining the edge of the top (maybe asymmetrically). Maybe some armor plating to match slave one. Awesome idea !!!

Yea, a lot more than I expected. I like the canisters and pumps the most

Your welcome I too find that doing oil changes yourself ensure it was done right and at an affordable price. From all my years, I’ve found the simplest thing to keep a car alive forever is oil changes (and scheduled mx).

I’m pleased to hear it has helped you. You should find this one straight forward. No curve balls with this one

Yea, once I saw Aedo’s idea, that was the only thing I could see. He very clever. And thanks Shawn…I try to find cool stuff to share

The innards are what really caught me too. All the hoses and wicked cool canisters. The bacta tank idea is cool. I could totally see it as an access panel on the tank. Or a med tech station as you suggested (maybe even in aliens world with some cool emoticon stickers on it)

Dang Dude, you are way too good at this!!! I love that idea. I was thinking merely as a background detail for depth. But that’s a whole prop. I totally see it now. Sweet idea

I agree Dave. That is cool. And if the lighting is strategically placed it might give some cinematic shadows…all ESB brooding type of lighting

Love these ideas!!! I could only think of an alien habitat like Tony makes. But drew a blank after that. However, I love your galaxies edge cooking roaster idea

Leaking?

I really like that idea. Making a ship never dawned on me. I guess I’ve been trapped into the hamster wheel of panel making. 😂

Totally ! I see the shape of that droid in book of boba fett at the Jabba palace

I 100% did not expect the coolness within that red housing. The heat sink parts of the gear housing was one of my favorite parts. But so much if it was absolute gold. The spring assembly was super cool. I just need to get a good cleaner to get all the oil grime off. Then again…it might just stain the mdf in a good way upon assembly. 😂

Yea, he one was an air fryer. I think led implementation would make it pop. I liked the cool depth the pieces did. Whether for a diorama or background piece in panel cutout…there is definitely potential. Wait till next week. I have an item that looks so boring…until you open it up. Tons of goodies

Everything I used is in the video description. Hope that helps

Yes it did help!

Is there a video of the break pads replacement for this car?

I’m glad. Have a great day

I have not done one. But I am sure there is one out there. If I see one, I’ll let you know

Agreed , I think that would be cool. I really liked that fan blade thing too…but can’t quite figure out how to use it without it coming out too mad max…and OSHA starts calling

Dude, those are all Gold ideas. I’ve seen some creators (even Star Wars…I think in a ship that drops troops) use them to great effect. I’ve taken a metal shop heater apart for this channel before. And you are 💯 correct, they are wicked cool. You ever post these finds? If so, where. I usually go to the fb Greebles page. So many awesome finds people show off

Thank you Brian

Thank you James

Yea, this puppy was brand new. So I’m glad it at least had cool Greebles. And Happy Hunting…I hope you post what you find !!!

Awesome idea. Yea, those shells are awesome. Great for recessed panels. Or nice bump outs if using just half at a time. Once the 5 ton battery was out, I thought it would be a cool trooper backpack. Maybe binge watching Bad Batch lately contributed to that thought. 😂

Supplies: Oil Filter: - Many can be used, but I used the WIX WL10514 from O’Reilly Auto Parts Store Oil: - Use a 0w-16 Full Synthetic Oil. - 5.5 quarts are required, but make sure you check your dipstick to ensure proper fill levels. First clean the dipstick, then recheck. The oil should be visible between the 2 round detents on the end of the dipstick.

@@garlandsworkshop thank you for this information , but i use 5w30 it good for 122F wether it good or can we use 5w40????

The manual says that for outside temps of 120 degrees, 10w30, 5w20 or 5w30 will work. But when the weather cools down, those may have too much viscosity.

Thanks Dave. Coming from you, I take that is big praise. Thx Brother

I appreciate you taking the time to hang out and catch up on some vids. And thx for the praise Dave. I’ve been closely watching you remake galaxies edge this year. Love the attention to detail. You are rocking the fusion tools and 3D printing!!!

You are very welcome

Yea, hobbies…no matter the type can accrue big budgets. So keeping things in the low budget to start wasn’t always my Modus Operandi, . But it’s how I roll now.

Yea, a lot of 1970’s and newer stuff is built that way. But don’t dismiss this beauty just yet. It has inspired me for not just one build, but two. Super excited on this find…more to come. Thx so much for this 💎

Thank you so much my friend !!!

Yea, I seem to be more attached to items that I have sourced all the Greebles. Which is 90% of the time. This one was extra special because my wife found it for me. I’m pleased it turned out Now time to look for more to build from my collection

😂 😂. Yea, you don’t need to get killed over a projector …however, one long spa weekend away should afford you the time for her not to notice….yes, I know…I live dangerously. Probably why everything that comes up missing makes every project I’ve ever worked on as number one suspect to the crime

I considered that, but like you said, the filter sits awkwardly. And since I was sharing this to the internet…I didn’t want people doing that and then coming for me because oil spilt all over them or their driveway. 😂 Excellent catch though.

Yea, there is always more to add. Time to move onto a new project

It is almost therapeutic just tinkering in the shop taking something apart. Finding Greebles is just an added perk

I’m pleased to hear you liked the build. And yea, it’s not an Earthly HUD so to speak…so thanks for playing along with the stretch of imagination. As for the connections, you are right of course. Clips are easy and provide a good connection. But like any maker…we tend to lean to what we know and have. I have friends who only use jigsaws for cuts, where I prefer table saws and routers. In another video u changed it up by using the Wago connectors in my empire panel from a water sprinkler box. It made for quick work. Thanks for watching. Cheers

I didn’t set out to make an ad, but I can see how it can be viewed that way. However, as I reflect…the video short in respect to the topic at hand, it provided info and was persuasive in the value of purchasing things. Sadly, I get no proceeds from any purchase. I only offer this info as a means to share things I found valuable. Thank you for watching. Hope I sold you on the value of breadboard accessories. Was there a topic you would have liked to see or more in depth?

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