Best open top HVAC light bag? (VETO TP4B Loadout/Review)

[@EP1CNELSON]

running calls out of a Halloween pumpkin is the most legendary thing ive ever heard

[@ryanguere8872]

Just made my decision to become an HVAC tech. Doing the Lincoln Tech Program. Cannot wait to learn and work and have a great career

[@Pablo1on1]

It's a great career

[@josephsantos7047]

How is it going?

[@ryanguere8872]

Going well. Hard finding anyone that wants to take on apprentices or give a guy a chance in the field. At least where I’m at

[@josephsantos7047]

@@ryanguere8872 do you have your certifications ? Or still in school.

[@ryanguere8872]

@@josephsantos7047 no not yet. Only started in may

[@VermHat]

These videos are always so high quality. Its very impressive seeing you put so much craft, thought, and effort into them while also being a busy tradesman with a family.

[@AKHVAC]

That means a lot pepe, I put a lot into trying to learn this video “craft” in addition to my hvac Trade.

[@rgluna70]

This has got to be the best tour bag setup on you tube. I been in the field 17years and learned long ago you dont need 30lbs of tools to do service lol...great job bro

[@r1cky42]

I still go back to these videos you were ahead of time Andrew always had bad ass videos

[@762531971]

Thank you so much. I used the bucket with bucket lid. Had a small belt hook time which carried my nut drivers and wow forgot what else. But I was just residential repair.

[@chrisfyfe4047]

you could always splice two AR mags to the back of the pouch , for your probes , great idea , BTW ! I’m not in HVAC , but I find your insights very usefull !

[@qomco]

Still got my pumpkin, looking to upgrade. Thanks for the video!

[@mikenormandy9250]

Great vid my man! I LOVE Veto Bags. I was NEVER an open top tool bag guy until my Father handed me down his Veto Pro tech OT-XL and it's just a no brainer, these bags are made by tradesmen, for tradesmen, for life! - I recently picked up the TP4 pouch...only compliant is there is NO tape measure buckle to hold it, but it fits on one of the outside openings! Now Veto needs to start making shoulder straps for their pouches! LOL

[@derekddurbin]

Just bought one while watching the video I’m sold

[@scrambler350]

Solution to getting rained-on if you're caught in a quick downpour: Tuck a plastic grocery bag into the space that's there for a tool belt. That's what I did on my TP3; pull the bag out, put it over your tools. ...or over your connected gauges, then just grab your bag, and wait it out in the van.

[@AKHVAC]

Solid advice bro, thanks!

[@commercial_service]

I like what you’re saying when it comes to the bag used for diagnosing. I’m overloading my MCT and need to start using the TP4B. All my other Testo probes can stay with the MCT plus it’s a pain bringing the MCT up to the roof. Thanks for another nice video.

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you Mike!

[@carlosdyer1113]

I bought the TP3B about two months ago and absolutely love it. You are so right when you say that you want to just fit one more tool in it. Love the video I may just upgrade to the 4B. You are also right about almost not wanting to get my main bag out of the truck.

[@mikekin5806]

I know a pre-apprentice that is hoping to upgrade from his BPGTB-2 (Brown Paper Grocery Tool Bag - 2 "Double Bag'd") and thanks to this great review I know exactly what to get for him. Perfect timing as well... the Halloween store just opened up for the fall and should be fully stocked with trick or treat pumpkins. Be the change you want to see in the world.

[@markcaldwell1245]

Several great things in this video one is the pill box for connectors, the slim profile makes it easy to put into any pouch, great use. Second those color coded alan wrenches would definitely make life easier. I could ramble on but I wont, good video.

[@TheWhiteGuy82]

"Running calls out of a halloween pumpkin" I loled.

[@hvacjedi]

100% right on about the two pockets on back for the wireless probes...That would make the bag almost perfect.

[@mattsadventures206]

I Like your videos, really like the fact you do chillers. Give us residential/light commercial guys a perspective of that side of the business! Trying to get my KZbin going, think we have a good perspective here in the southern heat!

[@EaglesTime]

As far as the impact driver problem, i use the metal clip on the back of the bag to put my Milwaukee m12 gen two on it. Works well on the outside of my m2b bag and more room for my hand tools inside

[@toolstech9630]

I had to stop the video to thank you for upping your video skills and really putting effort in making us laugh in a very professional way. Thank you sir now back to the video. Keep it up!!!!

[@michaelsmith9308]

Another great bag, I have the Veto back pack tool bag- Excellent in every way, looking to get the smaller Veto MC bag as I just saw one in use by a plumber. The plumber said its perfect:) I could not believe how organized the plumbers bag was!

[@kevinfavourite5871]

Man, you're a Killa, AK! Very Kool vid, love the inclusion of the funny pieces! Lol! I'm getting one of these for my appliance repair runs. Thanks, man. Biggup!!

[@jakecrash27]

Absalutly amazing video fella . Well done in all fields

[@gaigemj]

I have it and love it. I did go down to a Milwaukee 12v impact and it has a hook on it and I just put it through the ring on the side

[@scrambler350]

That's how I carry mine, works great.

[@AKHVAC]

Great idea

[@Rezcat-y6r]

Andrew. Another home run video. I think that if I get another bag this last year. It would be this one. I have the TP4. But I would like that plastic bottom. However I think that I would also wait to see if they somehow listen to you regarding those other 2 slots for your refrigerant probes. That would truly be the bomb. I love that big Klein nut driver. Makes me feel like Tim the Toolman Taylor. Just finishing changing the oil in my vacuum pump. Andrew. Thanks again for a great tool review. Have a great night and week. God bless.

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you as always Blaze! Have a wonderful Sunday evening.

[@nomadismileseeker6611]

Hey man! Just a suggestion. That “parts tray” will slide right in the that hollow hoop under the handle.

[@resurgensix]

Tfn funny! You retire 2yrs ago? I am happy/feel lucky to binge all your content no matter what.

[@ARod1108]

I feel the same way as the other viewers. I have the TP3B but now I want this one. I just need a little bit more room for my work stuff as well. Great video.

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you Arod!

[@alangonzalez106]

I'm definitely getting one of those! I'm new in the trade and I follow your advice I appreciate your channel

[@charleyh8340]

I switch a lot from my mb2 to my mct when I use a smaller bag I always have a need for more tools good review .

[@tonymckay9031]

I have those two as well so far

[@theangrytechnician6649]

I thought I was the only one still using the plastic pumpkin tool pouch! Great video as always. I had that Klein multi-nut driver at one point, second drawback for me was the lack of a magnet. I tend to do a lot of boom lift work and it was troublesome not having one.

[@Eddy63]

Nice vid Drew ... Veto tool bags are addicting ... We're gonna have start a support group ... Lol ...

[@AKHVAC]

Eddy 😁😆

[@joemorales9093]

Love that Klein controls screw driver.....instead of carrying a set.....

[@mhoush]

Great video, I'm thinking of getting one of these open tops. I've got several MB-2's as my purpose built bags, but there are some disadvantages to getting tools in and out... I love your back pocket idea, for HVAC at least, those pocket sizes are great for the Bluetooth psychrometers. 👍

[@AKHVAC]

I think you’d like it Mike, thanks for watching!

[@HVACRSurvival]

Great video AK! Only thing I changed on my Loadout was putting the meter in its case and strapping it to the back on the little handle. That freed up more room for screwdrivers and other gizmos. And now I carry my Bosch drill where my meter used to go. I like the idea of putting the no contact voltage tester in that little belt loop. I think it would hold in there pretty good and protect it because mine has a LCD display for the built-in thermometer . 👍👍

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks for watching man, those are great ideas as well!

[@HVACRSurvival]

@@AKHVAC Tonights the first time watching the podcast about freezon replacements. 😆 It was informative!

[@AKHVAC]

We have a lot of fun doing it, glad you came by!

[@mrthomas394]

Superb review in super HD. Well done sir a quality video

[@Pyritz80]

i have one but havent figured out how to pack it until now. thanks

[@anthonytika7409]

That is my every day service pouch ,I love it but I put a small dewalt 12 volt drill in the big pocket and hang my meter pouch off a caribener

[@HVACRVIDEOS]

Looks great bud!

[@AKHVAC]

HVACR VIDEOS 🤜🤛

[@viper22304]

Thanks for sharing. Do you have a video about using magnetic solenoid.

[@AGON17]

I was gonna go with that Klein nut driver but I decided to go with a malco universal bit driver handle way cheaper and saves tons of space

[@RtSimp]

Thinking about doing the same and getting away from my Pro Pac tech for troubleshooting. Then dragging the beast out for the big boy jobs.

[@johnd4348]

Good review. Been looking at these bags. My problem is no matter what bag I use it always fills up with tools to the point it's heavy to carry around. Also I like a bag that I can throw a part or two in ( small part) so I don't have to make second trip to truck, or take trash away. I never leave anything at job site I don't bring to the job site. Like Trash. Hate techs who leave trash behind. You know who you are. Stop it.

[@AKHVAC]

AGREED!!

[@paulmerritt7540]

Great review my friend! Might I suggest you add a plastic FUSE PULLER inside the top leather fold of the pouch....

[@dannydaghavarian9185]

Great upload AK, I carry a similar tool pouch on my person when I'm in the job. I recon you could add a pocket tape measure to that, for mesureing the feet of a motor, filters and what not. Also I think you have you wig on upside down mate 😛

[@mikeclark1756]

Love it AK. The TP4 sure holds a lot. Have the TP3 right now along with the MC and MCT. Think i'm going to hold till next year when MB3

[@carloscervantes618]

Great video like always!! 💯 Where did you find that tripod?

[@dannyferguson7696]

Love your videos AK. I am a ole 🐕 learning new tricks. I love my Veto MB2 bag. Less is more in my book too ! A lot easier on the back as well !

[@AKHVAC]

Danny Ferguson did you change your avatar? Thanks for watching!!

[@dannyferguson7696]

I did AK, thanks for noticing. Thought I would try a new look. Like to change the avatar ever now and then. This picture is of the towel on the cruise ship we where on . This is what they made of it on the cruise ship. From what I here the maids get paid extra for doing this special task. I also left a tip in the room for them too.

[@roberthicks8985]

Awesome video bro!

[@stevenwilliams6638]

Great review. It's too bad you stopped making videos.

[@mattflorence3561]

AK, I have a TP3B now and seeing the 4b makes me want one of those, awesome review!! Your videos are getting better and better. I watched your live podcast the other day when you talked about the new facility that you were taking care of now. You mentioned the hot gas line going right back into the suction line of the compressor. I would of sent in a comment on that but I was watching it the next day, not live. Anyways, do you think what was on that system wasn’t a hot gas bypass but actually a desuperheater.... I used to work for Jci for over a decade as a chiller mechanic and ran into desuperheaters from time to time. Just a thought.....

[@chrisfyfe4047]

With great respect , you could reduce your tool count by going to Knipex Cobras , and Plierwrenches , basically put my adjustables out of work !

[@nosnim2207]

This! Knipex wrenches would taoe the place of all those Crescent style ones you have in the bag.

[@arobinson5241]

Has your tool bag ever saved a trip to the van? I need a blue wire nut, I think I'm out, unload the tool bag turn it upside down... Blue wire nut falls out! Great vid man! Keep em coming

[@jeremyhenline654]

Dude we share some of the same ideas!!! From truck to the bag lol. I do resi so minus some those tools mine is very close. I’m interested in the new meter your talking about for wb,dB, etc. thanks brother for the great video!! The Mickey cameo was dope!!

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks so much Jeremy🤜🤛

[@Cscrefandhvac]

Great vid and review and great tool pouch !! 👍

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you brotha! Come to hvac shop talk tonight! 9pm

[@jasonfore558]

Can you please do a video on flashlights and working lights review

[@chrissynon6065]

With your little tid-bit at the end, why not connect two vetos’ back-2-back! Twice the room and you could connect the handle straps together as one. Just a possibility!

[@tonymckay9031]

Have you done any vids on that veto tech pac in the background?

[@cd-stephen]

Your channel is amazing

[@saeed2farsi]

Great video, could you tell me what size of socket wrench we are gonna need mostly?

[@babybelly7]

Doing a HVAC program, this helps

[@muniznick]

Has Mickey been allowed back into the "Clubhouse"

[@slickwilly6868]

Yes tools rust from exposure but you’re supposed to occasionally clean your tools

[@stanleymckinney8916]

Maybe I missed it in the comments, Who makes the torque wrench Schrader tool? It’s so difficult not to over tighten in the mind, lol. Thanks again..

[@ryanp3721]

Put a wet shoe lace on your temp probe and you can get wet bulb easily

[@nsboost]

I have used the Mb for a little while and loved it. But It felt like digging through my wife’s purse getting tools. I seen your review on the tp3b review and got me a tp4b. It’s nearly the perfect bag. I have a couple small complaints (like the dinky D rings) but overall it’s the best bag available for our uses for sure.

[@timothyjerry2455]

I got rid of my multi nut driver anchor after the first week. Too cumbersome and never needed.

[@johnhubbard6262]

I believe in tools, I believe in toolsets per application and trade, I believe in backup sets for all my sets, unfortunately, this leads to backup storage for all my tools. What I can't believe is with 40+ years of cherry-picking tools for trades, building load-outs, and systems that you got me to buy yet more tools. Many of which I already have but not the better-looking one you showed me.

[@jdhunt1284]

Does it have a spot for your little m12 impact? And let’s not forget a spot for your uv dye and super seal for all those leaking unitary coils😂

[@honesthvacguy325]

great review on the VETO. I haven't tried any of the high-end bags yet. I usually pick up a husky square bag for $20 when they go on sale and just replace it every 6 months. Since I'm a residential service tech, I like my bag to look new and clean as much as possible. I'm curious to see what one VETO's bags look like after 1 year on the job. maybe you could do a follow-up review?

[@mikenormandy9250]

Can you share who makes those adj wrenches and what size they are? thanks!

[@RayRay-nb7tn]

Great review on the bag.

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you Ray!

[@drifter436]

Did you keep the klein 7 in 1? I tried it, but it was like you said to big to get in a lot of places. Great review, enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@deloct]

Thank you. Great video. Really appreciate!

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you for watching Octavio!

[@longmirewest9460]

Great video man 😎👍

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks Longmire!

[@normanfields6371]

Hey brother HVAC guy good video on the tool bag

[@Stevehevessy]

Great bag,isn’t veto coming out with a mb2 replacement with a plastic bottom ?

[@AKHVAC]

Not exactly...it will be similar though, I’ve seen some prototypes.

[@robertcole8490]

Why do you need two clamps if you only use one at a time? No valve wrench?

[@dutchpearson2022]

Hey brother. I just seen a atlas 45 load out bag and vest rigs. There life time and American made. You think you may look in to a test rig try out from them. To see what you think on it.

[@justin0957]

Friday looks like a hard pill to sallow

[@eddiekamin]

For the people that own this pouch, would a fully loaded pouch work well with the belt clip? I don't like threading my belts I like the fast on/off clip. I am thinking more of the TP3 but i like the larger storage offered on the TP4 for my meter and larger diagnostic tools. Please advise.

[@denverjbaker]

Fieldpiece pocket psychrometer! Love mine!

[@thenetwerx]

Can you tell me how high the belt clip is from the base? I am contemplating adding one of these to my TECHOT-MC on its tape measure clip to create a modular carry system.

[@hvacman77]

Nice load out..Question when you did your review of your truck you showed roof hatch safety hooks if the hatch was put on backwards where did you get them

[@AKHVAC]

It was company provided, can’t recall the brand. I’m sure they’re at grainger though.

[@MrMultitool]

I like an open top bag myself. Do you find yourself wishing the bottom was wider?Does it seem to tip over easily?

[@AKHVAC]

It is plenty wide, the TP3B however had a much smaller base. It does not tip over and if it did, the tools stay put.

[@cesarvarela1504]

What kind of adjustable wrenches do you use?

[@LifeAsDad_]

What tripod is that fam? Dope video 100

[@HVACShopTalk]

Great job champ!

[@jmrhvac4542]

Nice bag but they need to come out with a MB4 I think would be a big seller

[@charleyh8340]

Where do you keep something to test pressures ?

[@AGON17]

You gotta switch to knipex already lol

[@BlaRaRa33]

how heavy is it full of all your tools?

[@influenz1490]

Very informative thanks

[@Echo11Niner]

Awesome review

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks so much steel!

[@zaccoon6015]

Where did you get that wire label thing

[@a.w.-hvac3294]

Love the vids bro! Thank you!

[@AKHVAC]

No thank you🤜🤛

[@AngelHernandez-bz1is]

Where did you get the 11 in 1 Klein HVAC ?

[@briansoto5390]

Klein Tools 32596 Screwdriver /Nut Driver 8-in-1 www.amazon.com/dp/B073R7RT1V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fiX2Db517MV14

[@aws15u2]

I’m in definite need of a new bag. My company requires me to have a “backpack” style tool bag and the one I have (its a Klein tools bag, 89$ on amazon for the curious ones) and I hate it, 3 of my co workers also have it and it just doesn’t hold up to the weight of all our tools (it falls over) and there’s just not enough space in it in general. I like the veto pro pac tech pac but that thing is just too damn expensive. Any other recommendations?

[@AKHVAC]

Not when it comes to backpacks...besides Klein and Veto, CLC is the only other big player I believe.

[@mike31958]

Nice Bag Brother

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks Mike!

[@Ironblank1]

Why isn’t nobody talking about the no space for the meter?