2023 Recap! We're Hiring / DC2 Update / Car Creator Talk

[@TankyMcStagger]

Loved the DC2 content the most. I'm not a Honda guy, more of a Toyota and Australian Ford guy but I love the down and dirty nuts and bolts stuff no matter what you're building. Always something to learn from watching that and I can live vicariously while I'm at work away from my cars for weeks on end. I really appreciate the way you deliver it too. No stress, no hype, no unnecessary theatrics. Just cool, calm, collected and straight to the point. Just like me

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

I really appreciate the feedback and kind words! It's always mental turmoil judging whether I'm hitting the right balance of helpful or boring and entertaining or superfluous. haha It's quite the compliment since you're not a Honda guy! Happy New Year! 🎊

[@911CARRILLO]

Keep it up Steve, good luck on 2024 and I'm sure everything will work out on its due time. Looking forward to your channels future and don't worry about not uploading frequently, this type of genuine and transparent content is worth waiting for.. Cheers and see you in the next one.

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Thanks your for the sincere comment! I really appreciate the support. It has been and continues to be quite the journey, that's for sure. Rewarding but got to figure it out each step of the way.

[@bvspeed]

Duuuude. Life always finds a way to get in the way of KZbin. The KZbin grind is tooouuugh, but if we keep putting in the work the results will show. Even if we're only making pennies now.... lol I think we spend so much time editing, because we care soooo much about our videos. Keep going man!

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

It really has its ups and down but it's an enjoyable struggle. 😆 I always have to tell myself perfection is the enemy of progress. Thanks for the support! Keep up the good work yourself!

[@gregmartin7470]

I literally died laughing at the ending!!!! So good. 😂😂😂😂

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Glad it was appreciated! And there was still more I deleted so many. Haha. Sometimes it's hard to get the flow going. Happy New Year!🎊

[@speedacademydave]

Totally agree on the Shorts and the viral Instagram Reel. That said, having more subscribers/followers does give you numbers to "sell" should you ever choose to do ad integrations for ball shavers or gambling apps 😆 More importantly, congrats on the new home! Excited to see the renovations.

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Hahaha, sign me up! But for real, I feel like I need to get consistent before approaching partners/sponsors but again, maybe over thinking it. I know I can't guarantee them numbers but I can at least guarantee output. I do see that as the next viable way to expand "the business." I want to experiment with doing Shorts that reflect the channel content (instead of aiming for vitality) but I'm super guilty of getting the videos up and then immediately moving to the next thing instead of maximizing content. As always, super appreciative of your input and advice - and you being here! Happy New Year to you and the fam! 🎊

[@crxseth]

I really like your thoughts and take on your KZbin channel. I agree 100% with what you're stating regarding the DC2 build series - it's how I found you, it garners a community around an ongoing build series, and it returns viewers to see progress. The event videos bring in a new audience, but only a small fraction continue watching build series videos. I like how you break down your monetization numbers. It's definitely a very slow game to make any sort of money. I look at my subscriber numbers sometimes and it seems like it's super low, but it's definitely not a good thing to compare myself to the huge automotive channels. I had been averaging about $400/month until my latest complete 30-minute rebuild video, and it is starting to slow down, but I have grossed $15k from that video alone. That's with 3.3 million views. It really brings in a new audience when it's something that appeals to a wide audience. I really don't want to do another rebuild series or total restoration video, but that seems to be the way to get the payback/views/subscribers for me in particular.

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Holy moly! The ad sense money gets crazy when the views get that high! I always estimated $3,500/million but $5,000 is even better. Haha That really illustrates why the daily/every couple day vloggers keep after it. If they can land 100,000 views per episode and lut out 10+ video a month, the numbers get crazy. Not to mention their huge library of content adding to that as well. I 100% agree with you. The builds take the audience on a journey and it's pretty much the path most car channels take. It's a lot of work to crank out builds and there's no guaranteed return unless you could sell the car for fair market value and then [fingers crossed] get a nice payout with the full build video. I've looked at the Mad4Motors channel and all he uploads is full builds that do millions of views each. If you don't have to do the individual episodes in between, then that probably really speeds the project timeframe. I was just surprised to see a channel dedicated to just the full recaps. Don't sell yourself short though. I've always been super impressed with your production quality, quality of work, and amount of content you put out on IG as well. You've got a content machine going! Excited to see what's next!

[@kkdomaha]

You had a great 2023🎉 Looking forward to watching your content in 2024. You keeping it real is what makes watching and learning about your journey so enjoyable to watch! Cheers!

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Really appreciate that! Step by step it's coming together.

[@bryansean6465]

I am here from the integra video's 😅 love the video's and progress. I have used crooober/up garage and buyee in the past but you will be my go to guy when i have the budget for newer recaro's and wheels. I think it is better to support someone who shares the passion for cool parts and takes pride in their work👍

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

I really appreciate that - thank you! The support means a lot!

[@terry_em1]

Always look forward to your uploads. I do like the DC2 content because I'm building a car myself and feel that I can follow along. Hopefully theres some parts I need from Japan in 2024 😀

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Thank you! The car build journey makes for a story and some of my favorite content to watch too. Happy New Year!🎊

[@GrayItalo]

Great style of recap/headed fwd video 👌🏼 Thoroughly enjoy the DC2 videos but also love the other topics. Will be here to check out anything you want to put out headed into the new year. The overall vibe of your channel reflects your authenticity, and your opinion on shorts, reels, etc. makes me an even bigger fan of JDM Wheels Co. and all you have going on. Cheers 🍻

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

I really appreciate the thoughtful message and support! Happy you're here - I'll keep doing my best!!

[@jonwebb9261]

Steve it's so good to hear you're doing well man and thanks for the big update! You've achieved some big stuff this year and it's great to see the hard working paying off. Looking forward to seeing what you do next year!👏

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Appreciate the support as always! Just got to keep building the base to support things moving forwards. It's such a learning and reevaluating process each step of the way.

[@jonwebb9261]

@@BRICKHOUSESPL The Navy Seal expression 'if you're not evolving, you're falling behind' is how I always think of it. Just build and learn from everything (you are already)

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

@@jonwebb9261 ooh, I like they. That's pretty much it.👍

[@dvalle07]

Love this format of “1 on1”. Congrats on the success of life in Japan with your family! I’ll always be a fan and a customer and look forward to more content and personal communication

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Really appreciate you being here! I enjoyed putting this video together so it might be something I experiment with as it leaves a little more room for deeper explanations versus just trying to achieve the goal or get the work done. Or that's how it feels anyway. Appreciate the feedback! Happy New Year! 🎊

[@retrophil8241]

I can relate to the ending 😂. Sometimes making a video gets frustrating lol. I also know what you mean about short videos. Some of my videos that I spent 5 minutes making got thousands of views and the majority lol of the videos that took all day got a couple of hundred.

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

You never know which will pop that's for sure. Just got to put your offering up to the algorithm gods and see what happens. 😂

[@proto7688]

I found it from auto salon, been watching the car park and auto general stuff , like the content... More shows if possible? Or even car museum?

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Thank you for watching and your feedback! Now that the Integra is finally drivable, I would like to get out and explore more for sure!

[@DarkasA80]

Congratz again with a house. 🎉 Waiting 2024 videos, į guarantee you'll have 20k 30k subscribers and more

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Thank you! Gotta get consistent again but we'll get there! Happy New Year! 🎊

[@DarkasA80]

@@BRICKHOUSESPL happy new year 🎊

[@randysluder7728]

RX-7 FC..! 👍

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

That's definitely one I've been looking at! Happy New Year!🎊

[@martindeoliveira5128]

So proud of what you’re managed to accomplish brother! Thanks for keeping it real as always. Actually amazing that dealing with so much you still killing it with JDM Wheel Co (my order took no time at all!) Happy New Year 🎉

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Always appreciative of the support and ideas...and happy to have helped you get dem rimzzzz! Happy New Year to you guys!🎊

[@goodboy_aqee58]

honda build will always have great community feedback, same thing also coming from grassroots driftng community.. low power, low angle style. as for car option, keep your eyes open on USS auction R section S15 typeS N/A

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Absolutely. The Honda community has been great. I'm not sure on auction prices but private party Spec S prices are hard to justify. A whole project car options breakdown video is in the works.

[@egonspengler7967]

I'm browsing DC2Rs right now 🤣 happy new year

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Oh nice! Such fun cars. I can finally see why people rave about them..and mine is only a SiR-G. Happy New Year! 🎊

[@egonspengler7967]

They're pretty pricey here in Oz. Australian delivered ones fetch prices close to imported JDM ones 😢 but you got to pay to play nowadays...will keep dreaming😅

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

@@egonspengler7967 sadly, that's the name of the game. 😢

[@curtisbeef]

You should mess around with the Shorts. Especially now while it still early in the game. I have found 3-4 new content creators I watch on the regular now from just randomly finding their KZbin short. 👍

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

I have done the same. You're right, there is a right way to do it to bring quality/active subscribers. I'm just guilty of immediately moving on to the next thing once I post a video instead of maximizing content.

[@slider2828]

S13!!! I know nearly impossible

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

It would take some stars aligning for sure...and, by stars aligning, I mean something pretty clapped out and affordable. hahaha

[@slider2828]

@@BRICKHOUSESPL they are expensive in Japan too?

[@fredd3.14]

sent you a dm on insta! it was funny seeing the end as you seemed so natural in the intro lmao

[@BRICKHOUSESPL]

Thanks man - I'll follow up on IG! Sometimes it takes a few tries to get the words flowing! Haha. Especially when I'm out of practice. Glad you got a kick out of it.