Home Auto in a Tiny Shop - Tow Hitch Install ( 2013 Chevy Silverado )

[@truck93]

As a car guy, I appreciate when others do their own vehicle work! It's not boring at all.

[@homesteadonomics]

There is a huge satisfaction in doing many of these things. And many times it’s not as complex as expected. But then again, sometimes I’ve done a repair and ended up with that extra nut laying there after it’s all finished😬😂

[@rdykes828]

Hey stop ! WE enjoy "all" of your videos . I'd just like to see more of them !!

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you RD! I do wish I could make more but my time is limited with the day job and other things. But I can assure you there will be more coming soon😀👍

[@TrialAndError8713]

So far, I've binge-watched this series. I'm an OTR truck driver, and I'm parked for the day at Walcott, IA. I found this series after I washed laundry this morning. This is a great series, and a great channel. I'm subscribed now. Thanks for sharing your experience and ideas with the rest of the world. PS, I also shared this playlist to my husband. We are talking about rebuilding an existing camper, and you may be an inspiration.

[@minutemark]

That appears to be a good quality product. I once tried to install an aftermarket "direct-fit" option, and nothing aligned easily. Your daughter is quite the helper. She's growing up so fast, so be sure to keep her involved as long as she's willing. She'll remember the times spent with you like that. Thanks for the video, Joe!

[@homesteadonomics]

Yes, I’ve had good luck with things from etrailer. I got my bulldog coupler, vent fan and several other trailer related items from there for that build. Although I will say that while the holes were all aligned on this hitch the actual receiver tube ended up about an 1/8th to 1/4” just to throw right of center of the bumper. Not a deal breaker since it won’t affect how the trailer tows and keeps it that much farther from oncoming traffic. But it did bug me a bit that I couldn’t get it to line up perfectly. And yes, I’m trying to involve my little girl in as much as she has an interest in. At this age she is so willing to help me and seems to be interested in what I’m doing.... so I’m trying to capitalize on it now.... before she uninterested and too cool to hang with dad😂

[@dwishji]

I see homesteadonomics post a video I CLICK

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you Dwishji😀🙏

[@RetiredTony]

Not boring at all buddy! Love Ryobi

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you Tony! And I love Ryobi as well....it’ll be 20 years of using them this year!

[@ailtosantos1975]

Since I discover this channel , I always liked , because you so nice and smart guy . Now you have another star , your daughter . Good for you .

[@readplanet23]

Great instructional video. I appreciate the homeowner who has the initiative to DIY. Thank You sir and ma’am. Have A Great Day!

[@chuckzinda4820]

My tow hitch came factory installed, but I did enjoy seeing how it all went together. I'm just starting my Ryobi tool collection, 6 tools so far, and it is nice to be cord-free. Thanks!

[@homesteadonomics]

Yeah, it’s weird that some are and some aren’t. But a buddy told me that on these heavier duty models that they sometimes don’t Install them as often due to many people opting for a variety of hitches. 5th wheels, flush mount hitches, drop hitches, etc And kudos to starting your Ryobi collection! Be been using them for about 20 years now and have always found them to be the best combination of value and performance. And I really work mine hard too! Always building something😀👍

[@cbadventures8996]

man for a 2013 that is a super clean truck. I have also had very good luck with e trailer over the last few years. your attention to detail continues to amaze me. I love your content. well done sir

[@StMyles]

😂 Well I got through the first five or seven minutes I guess.... Auto work is like an ASMR event for me and causes me to fall asleep. I tried to watch it twice and the second time my Mrs. woke me up to go to bed. Thanks for attempting to share it.

[@homesteadonomics]

Well I commend you and giving it a second go😂

[@gregmize01]

"reasonably safe"---words to live by my friend!

[@homesteadonomics]

😂 yes, you gotta say it with a chuckle.... but thats really how life truly is. Nothings a guarantee so I figure ‘reasonably’ is a good baseline. Always could get a bit safer... just depends on the situation😀👍

[@RETard-me4mj]

Today I learned what a torque wrench is. Very cool.

[@homesteadonomics]

Yes, for things like this a torque wrench is really important to get the right tightness. But for many other things I just give it a good ‘Snuggie’ if a crank. My father in law, Les, uses that term. “Joe, just finish that bolt off with a good Snuggie”. 😂

[@RETard-me4mj]

@@homesteadonomics I'm always learning something watching your videos. Thanks!

[@PlanetCypher_]

Nothing more satisfying then a "click" from the torque wrench. Much nicer than the new electronic beeps you get now.

[@homesteadonomics]

It is nice to here! I havent used the newer ones but I think I’d still prefer old school ones.... of course they are probably just as accurate if not slightly more🤷‍♂️😀👍

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Great video and glad to see you are introducing your kiddo to working on stuff. Installed a hitch on the wife's Honda CR-V and it was not bad at all.

[@Thejakegee]

My first job was at Discount Tire Co. and we used those same torque wrenches. Always solid and took a beating!

[@dlujan123dl]

Please put more videos of some water harvesting and stuff , I loved them.

[@michaelabarrios6943]

Watching this video, I would try this myself if needed.

[@wf8933]

Nicely done, not boring and you saved some money by DIY ..

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you! Glad it wasn’t too dry as well. I know it’s a bit of a small niche topic but the general outlook is that many of these simpler auto tasks can indeed be completed by anyone😀👍

[@tobyjsands8330]

That is the cleanest undercarriage I have ever seen.

[@homesteadonomics]

Well, mostly because it was recently painted😂. When I bought it, the place selling it ‘touched up’ thr under side with black spray paint to cover surface rust, scratches, etc. So when I decided to make a video on it I sprayed off all the dust to make it more presentable and I saw how much they sprayed and how much they missed. So then I took about half a can of back spray to cover up their misses. So pretty much it was just to make it look presentable on video. But there is almost zero chance I’ll ever do anymore under there😂

[@tobyjsands8330]

@@homesteadonomics hahaha. Well the video was definitely not boring

[@trishaleaver3581]

Wow! a 2013! It looks brand new underneath. In my area that truck would nearly done.😀

[@Noukz37]

Dear Joe, I live in an apartment, I don't have much tools, I have car that couldn't tow a kids tricycle haha yet I still watch every one of your videos! :-) Please keep making them, whatever you're up to! All the best to you and your family, living a proper life out there!

[@timmc.9478]

like the video. I helped my bother put a Reese hitch on his truck in the past. I also worked at a place in Hudson, Indiana that use to make all the Ford hitch / receivers for each Ford truck. They would stamp all the part out and weld it together at that factory then send it the a Ford plant.

[@homesteadonomics]

Oh that’s pretty cool! I always am amazed when you see stamps and presses forming 1/4” and thicker steel like it’s made of rubber. Interesting engineering for sure!

[@tulkhogan5023]

I m fancying living in the rural area like this

[@BigSkyAtNight]

Always fun to install hitches 👍

[@jonny7491]

They say variety is the spice of life.🇬🇧🇦🇺😀👍

[@juantransportador]

HELLO from las Vegas Nevada, thank you for the video, thank you for taking us in one day of your life and your daughter, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you for checking it out! And may God bless you and your family as well!!!

[@NelloCambelli]

Hope you see the USA in your Chevrolet. Chevy ought bring back this advertisement for the RV community.

[@homesteadonomics]

We certainly love to.... but for now it’ll just be a smaller trip to see some national parks here in the southwest... AZ, NM, CO, UT😀👍

[@fillg]

Using some of that child labor 😀👍 I love it when people involve their kids in their projects. Even if it's something the kids will never do themselves, it's good that they have some concept of how things work.

[@homesteadonomics]

My goal to teach her as much as I know while she’s still interested in learning. And so far I can tell you she’s gonna surpass me in pretty much everything😂. Not to mention, My father in law is pretty much a mechanical/problem solving genius and everything I can’t teach her, he does.

[@spideybrent]

Hello from Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada. Thanks for sharing your great video’s please keep them coming.

[@rickcassell9613]

Great video for a man with a hitch install , video angles 👍 , keep them coming. Couldn’t help to notice the rust free truck underneath. Here in the Northeast , vehicles take a beating.

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks! But don’t let the clean undercarriage mislead.... most of that was just a spray down with the hose and touch up paint that was put on there by the people selling it. And I did some paint touch ups too😂. 100% for the video But you are right.... out here we don’t have salted roads and the low moisture really keeps any bad rust from forming. Of course a few of our high elevation mountain towns to use a bit of salt during the winter time. But the rest of the state is salt free!

[@rickcassell9613]

@@homesteadonomics Wasn’t sure what kind of watch u have , I like the face on it 👍

[@danieloliver20]

For a 2013, that was a very clean truck under body... nice install Joe!

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks Daniel! The place I bought it from I think painted it to cover any surface rust and scratches. And then when I did this video I touched up some spot they missed just to make it a little more presentable on camera😂👍

[@danieloliver20]

@@homesteadonomics 👍 looking good, feeling good! 😉

[@Canadiansasquatchbrewery]

Great stuff as always. I'm definitely not a DIY vehicle person, but still fun to watch your videos and learn how to, just in case I have to. Cheers my friend!

[@danielfisch655]

Great project to do with your daughter. I’ve installed a few hitches on our numerous vehicles and also a set of running boards on my Toyota Tacoma with my two daughters over the years. It’s definitely a good bonding project and thank you for sharing.

[@FredMcIntyre]

Nicely done Joe! 😃👍🏻👊🏻 ..... I'd say that things went off without a hitch, except for that there was actually a hitch! 😉

[@homesteadonomics]

😂😂😂😂 this hitch did go off without a hitch!!! Perfect!

[@bondpaz]

That’s so cool! Your daughter has grown up! I can’t believe she’s lifting weights and doing sit ups even! Good for her. This is a great video Joe! As usual. Always interesting. 💗😊

[@stuffsethmakes]

etrailer is great for stuff! when i was working on our previous trailer (1987 scamp) i found myself ordering some goodies there 👍🏻

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Nice video Joe! Thanks for always sharing with us!💖👌👍😎JP

[@eutimiochavez415]

Love when people do there own work on there vehicles thank you.

[@tioriccopuravidatrader121]

Wow, your daughter is getting so old and tall so quick.... lot's of love from North Phoenix

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks for checking it out! And yes, she’s growing up faster than I’d like😢. But I’m so proud of her!!! She’s such a great learner and enjoys tinkering on projects with dad...love it☺️. 10 times the brain as mine! So I gotta do as much with her as I can before ‘dad isn’t cool’ anymore😂

[@sdbigguy]

A great how-to project. I love that you can turn almost anything into a daddy/daughter project. That ‘NEW’ truth seems to really be working out for you. I k ew you had more plans in the work for your cutout holes. Thanks for sharing!

[@dealsfromvirginia1773]

Got my hitch from the same place and it was very easy to install.

[@homesteadonomics]

Yes, etrailer seems to have competitive pricing, quick shipping and good customer service too! Lots of my diy travel trailer build was purchased from them😀👍

[@cleokey]

Nice job, will work great. I have an 11 GMC 2500 Duramax, love it, tows great on my 40' race car trailer

[@homesteadonomics]

Yep, that’s within the year range that I was looking for too! Great truck for sure!

[@mikehomner4724]

Always great teach the young ones how to do things. She'll remember one day and use it when she needs to change a tire...

[@homesteadonomics]

It sure is! I try to have her help or atleast watch a little when I do something, especially repair work. So she gets an idea of how things can be repaired and problem solved. Even those simple things like tightening lug nuts Ina star pattern so the rim seats evenly. Pretty simple but makes a big difference! Of course when she does get that first flat tire while driving I’ll still be willing to come to the rescue.... more to keep any eager young men from trying to help😂

[@littlewhitedory1]

Nice how to video! Only thing I do differently is the use of a torque wrench! I use the “Good Enough” technique!

[@homesteadonomics]

My father in law calls that giving a good “Snuggie” Joe give a good “Snuggie” on that last crank👍😂

[@samiralbalushi4611]

As usual awesome video especially involving family Good job and thank you 🇴🇲 Samir from Oman

[@thinkoutsidethecontainer]

Just found you on the Odyssey video site, and sent you 15 tip. I'll be watching your stuff over there 👍

[@homesteadonomics]

Awesome! Thanks for letting me know! I’m still trying to figure that platform out but I’m hopeful going forward that it’ll be a great place for free thinkers!😀👍

[@warren519]

Awesome! Love it when you get your daughter involved.

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you! Thankfully she enjoys hanging with dad and learning random things. Not sure how long that interest will be there but I figure I need to foster these learning experiences as much as I can before dad become “not cool” anymore😂

[@JA-gf6zl]

Good video

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Well, I'm glad you put this out because you've given me an idea about using ramps. That might be good for me to do my own oil changes around here.

[@homesteadonomics]

Build two ramped earth bag walls or gabion as that you could drive on and have space to shimmy under. Kinda like those as oils change places. Just not quite under ground🤔😂

[@NOPP0523]

@homesteadonomics those cut-outs from the table top for work bech came in handy. You had m0re shims than you needed. You can also make wooden dolly wheels with them...

[@TedAlexander24]

Great looking pickup for being 7-8 years old.

[@VitorMadeira]

Yeah, it looks like NEW!

[@homesteadonomics]

Yeah, it’s in really good shape... and low miles. The bed has seen a ton of use though. Lots of dents and scratches, etc,. From a rancher here on the border. It was his toot around truck to haul feed and fix fences. No hitch because he used another truck for hauling trailers and this was just his daily task truck. Apparently rarely ever took any passengers or ever had anything inside. The seats and interior are nearly in perfect shape. Low miles too 44k for an arizona truck is waaay low!

[@johnjr3870]

Nice job but a couple hints. Use tape to hold spacers and don't hold the body of the torque wrench when tightening. ETrailers is great as was the "help".

[@matt_1984_]

doesnt matter to me if you're boring or not, i like your content. if its boring, I'll hit mute and let you get your hits. So far, havent ever done that. Good video, I love that you're getting your kids to help you!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Great job! Love those impacts!

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks! They really are nice and convenient! Changed a tire a while back with the 1/2” and it was a breeze over using the tire iron😅

[@chaseweeks2708]

It amazes me how many of my peers (professional IT) won't even perform the most basic maintenance themselves on their vehicles. Even swapping out their Winter/Summer wheels if they have both sets. No, they'd rather load up the wheels in their vehicle, then go across town and pay somebody else to do it. Screw that, I'd rather blow a boatload of money on a garage, tools, tool boxes, a lift, air compressor, more tools, parts, and waste my spare time doing everything I can myself. It's just more fun and satisfying.

[@homesteadonomics]

Haha.... I’d rather spend it on the tools too! Definitely a risk of spending more at first in the DIY route....but the satisfaction and long term benefits I see are numerous! And it’s just plain fun too😂👍

[@RatelLaw]

Very informative, thank you

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks fir checking it out Michael!

[@filmcostar]

excellent truck

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you!

[@mandyleeson1]

Go Marley! What a girl! 😊

[@homesteadonomics]

She’s such a good helper end thankfully still has that awesome eagerness to learn. So I’m trying to show her as much as I can before she gets bored of doing things with dad😂

[@alane6555]

@@homesteadonomics Hopefully that will not be for some time. Great video. YES, it was interesting, Thank you.

[@TheAcewingman89]

Great video and nice touch doing something "different" on your channel. I just picked up some ryobi cordless tools today. I'm usually a dewalt guy but I could not pass up the deal. I'm also real glad to see there aren't any negative comments about using an extension with a torque wrench. I know alot of people think you can't do that. Keep up the great content

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks Kyle! Yes, I’ve had good luck with my Ryobi! But dewalt is certainly a great brand too! And as for using the extension. Yes, I figure if it doesn’t break and I keep the wrench controlled and don’t tweak/bang it on something it’s all good to me!! 😀👍

[@TheAcewingman89]

@@homesteadonomics it's perfectly acceptable to use an extension on a torque wrench. I'm anxious to put the Ryobi tools to work and test them out.

[@Mate2Frio]

Different truck but I'll be doing this Thursday or Friday. I have some wiring to do as well as a bonus.

[@homesteadonomics]

Nice! Is your wiring pre ran and just need to add the connectors... or do you have to run all the wiring? I had to on my old 2006 Jetta tdi and it was a pain.... no room at all...haha. But your pickup will probably be much easier than that little car

[@Mate2Frio]

@@homesteadonomics Most of it it pre ran\plug and play into the existing wiring harness. Needs a little 4-way trailer connector-powered converter module to safeguard the wiring and to provide enough power for the trailer lights.

[@michaelmurray5413]

That was great good job!

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you Michael!

[@mattiefattie3895]

Great video!

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you Mattie!

[@bulldozer7656]

Great to see you Joe. Glad you keep going w projects. Great way to save money!!

[@homesteadonomics]

Thanks BD! I’ve got lots more to come! Next few videos are all almost completely filmed and just need a bit of editing. Stay tuned😀👍

[@blackberryhideout5793]

I'm surprised your truck didn't have one on it already, but glad you got it done. Looking forward to the upcoming vids you teased at the end. Marley can put me through her workout routine next time I see her.

[@homesteadonomics]

Yeah, especially that it was a ranchers truck. I guess he had another diesel truck for hauling trailers and such and this one was just to toot around and haul things like fencing and feed in the bed of the truck. Basically it was just for small tasks around the ranch. And yes, Marley will make sure aunt Jessica gets adequate exercise when you come down😂👍

[@mike93lx]

A bigger amp-hour battery makes a huge difference in power that you get from the tool. I always go at least 4ah on my impact wrench Also, grab yourself some impact sockets. Chrome aren't a great Idea as they can crack/shatter when run hard on an impact

[@VitorMadeira]

Good job. Thank you and greetings from Portugal.

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you Vitor! And great to hear from Portugal 🇵🇹 😀👍

[@TheUserid82]

Need a concrete pad and maybe a carport on top of it to create a shaded area to work and more roof area to collect water on.

[@homesteadonomics]

It’s in the plans.... a partially enclosed carport for the trailer that’ll be right by the shop. It’ll likely become my auto/welding area. Maybe mount my saw and grinder in there and keep most of my metal type stuff in there. But it’s gonna be a ‘little bit’ at a time kinda project. So not sure if I’ll do a video on that one or not

[@botzdaur]

Great job, bro! Like!👍

[@homesteadonomics]

Thank you Vlad!

[@RoadandReel]

I don't know if I would have put it on the ramps. Seems like it makes it a lot farther to lift the receiver. I am glad to see you chock those wheels though. Good video!

[@homesteadonomics]

Well, it certainly didn’t need to be on ramps but it was for two reasons. Allowed me to sit on my butt for more of it versus laying down.... and then also for the camera to get footage. More light on the underside that way😉👍

[@RoadandReel]

@@homesteadonomics I can understand that. I do similar videos and it can be a pain to get the camera under there. I do like how you used those shims. That was pretty slick! It was a great video and I wouldn't mind seeing more truck videos in the future.

[@gregkahle9046]

Excellent video! I thought I was going to have to say I was disappointed that you were not stylin your newly designed pants......but luckily they made an appearance in the end! :-)

[@homesteadonomics]

Oh they will be back for sure...haha. That welding part at the end is for a swing set that will be connected to the shipping container playhouse. But after that I may retire them. Not sure yet🤔😂

[@catgynt9148]

Nice presentation. While the spare tire was down, did you add oil or grease to the mechanical parts to insure future movement. It was nice seeing a rust free underside to your truck. Here in NE Ohio the DOT applies liberal amounts of rock salt and brine to our roadways in winter. Too many friends have found their spare tire rusted in place or missing when the chain rusted through while driving. It was good seeing your use of eye protection. Wishing you and your family a blessed spring season. Peace brother.

[@tmurphy0919]

You need to recheck your torqued bolts. When you don't hold the head of the ratchet like in the intro, the torque wrench deflects sideways leading to inaccurate tightening. The extension will exaggerate the effect.

[@mmx3662]

Great video! But just have to say that your "shop assistant" is following in your footsteps.......wearing shorts and flip flops!!! :) LOL! She is so awesome! :)

[@homesteadonomics]

She’s the awesomest!!! But you already know that😉👍

[@LuisRuiz-rx7wf]

Perhaps a video on why you chose this truck? Looking for a truck myself and other people's perspective is always a help.

[@homesteadonomics]

Not a bad video idea! But the quick of this is that we were looking for a truck with 4wd, low miles and was in a year range that has a history of good reliability. If you research different vehicle models, years, engine/transmission....you’ll find there are years where certain vehicles tended to have problems and years in which the engines/transmissions tended to be more reliable. For example this is a 2013, at the end of a transmission run in which these chevys/gmc models had a good track record. But I’ve heard the same models of Chevy/gmc from the 2014-2017 range had bad issues with the transmissions especially.

[@tioriccopuravidatrader121]

I currently have a 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 HD.... 100k miles on it now, solid built, no problems. The reason I chose it, it was the basic Work Truck with the more desirable 6.0 L engine.... known to be much more resilient than the 6.1 L engine and easier to work on. But mostly the success of the truck I had before lead me back to GMC.. even though I considered the Tundra. My previous 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 I used for a service business I had in Arizona with multiple different service techs drove it as well as abused it... rarely needed to fix anything... at 287,000 miles the transmission starting showing a few signs of wear... I sold it to a mechanic and he resold it after making transmission repairs. I saw it multiple times and 3 years later I have seen it still on the road in Phoenix. I am on the list for a Rivian R1T for delivery next year.

[@thejefe19]

Informative video but on the subject of the truck I'm curious what tires to currently have on it? Thanks.

[@SillyNerfherder]

You are a good neighbor Hope you get a bottle of whiskey for 5:2 xmas

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

Another great video! Nice job explaining the torque wrench to viewers. E-Trailer really has some amazing customer service, information, videos and products. Got to love directions. My favorite is when companies send you outdated directions with updated hardware and missing hardware. Then you start to question did you miss something. LOL! Great helper you have! ~Mark & Teresa P.S. Please tell us you detailed the underside of your truck? It looks brand new clearly it's not Homesteadonomics Grey. So we had to ask.

[@homesteadonomics]

Oh yes, etrailer is reaaaally good with detailed videos attached with many of their products. I think I watched their hitch install video a couple times just to make sure I knew what my game plan was...haha. Oh yes, the under side of the truck actually had black paint on it before I bought it. It was a ranchers truck that was traded into a small dealership... and I think they ‘touched up’ the under side to cover scrapes and surface rust...haha So when I was getting ready for the video I sprayed under with a hose to get most of the dust off.... to look better on video. Then I hit some of the spots they missed with about half a can of black spray that I already had😂 100% just to make it a little more presentable on camera😉

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

@@homesteadonomics If trucks are that clean in your area, we need to start shopping in your state. Where they must not use brine to spray roads come winter. Fastest death to any vechical. 🤣

[@homesteadonomics]

@@OutOfOfficeCamping oh believe me.... there is actually a thing in vintage car circles that an Arizona car has more value than many other states due to the lack of moisture and no salt on roads. Except for a few of our mountain towns, very light surface rust is all you’d get. That’s also the reason that the aviation boneyards are here. Check out the one next to Davis-monthan AFB in Tucson. Thousands of ‘mothballed’ fighter jets, bombers, other aircraft sitting in a dry environment. Pretty impressive to drive by

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

@@homesteadonomics I could only imagine. I'd love to see some of those graveyards. That would be more exciting to me then the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. I use to do AACA Fall Hershey Car show back in the day. (w/ vintage Vespa scooters). The world's large car show in the world. Trust me I heard that saying one to many times...how true it is, LOL! ~Mark (& Teresa)

[@jasonmushersee]

if that truck has the 8 speed transmission change the transmission fluid asap. also recommended change the torque converter because there's no good way to drain it completely

[@homesteadonomics]

It’s a 6 speed. No leaks and level was good clean. And I agree that’s maintenance that pays for it self versus waiting for something to develop😀👍

[@peterlisyak5396]

Go back to your mate and borrow the torque wrench again and retention everything again. You only gave it 1 click, I always give them at least 2 or 3 then retention after driving around a bit, as you’ve already used it, do it now.

[@homesteadonomics]

Already in the plans.... I planned to do a couple trash trailer trips and then retorque before towing my travel trailer. That’s what my neighbor suggested😀👍

[@biologistjim4905]

Now that’s a torque wrench😝😝

[@homesteadonomics]

It was a really nice one. My neighbor used to have an auto shop so he’s got lots of great tools. I trade him labor for his advice on automotive topics and use of his tools😅

[@pamil1923]

Please show how to do the trailer wiring now. Thanks👍🏼☮️

[@IG8282-q9h]

More truck content please.

[@homesteadonomics]

More to come.... I’ve almost convinced my wife to let me do DIY running boards. I don’t have any problem getting in but my girls said they’d like to have a step to make getting in easier. And there will likely be a camper shell or roof rack at some point too!

[@kenl5217]

Time to install a 4 post car lift

[@homesteadonomics]

Haha.... wish I could but then I’d really have to build a new shop😂

[@fluffyjoker69]

I have a question. Can you weld this to the frame? Or use bolts then weld to frame? Would it have the same strength?

[@misterclear9692]

💗

[@rmbarnes672]

2013? UNBELIEVABLE) how long did you pressure wash and detail the undercarriage?? HA thanks for the video-- fun!

[@homesteadonomics]

Haha... well, when we bought it the seller had given it a little spray paint underneath to ‘pretty’ it up a bit. And then when I decided to make a video I sprayed all the dust off and did some touch ups myself. It will never look this clean again😂

[@zupogordo]

Why Don't you lift the wheel With the drill?.do you have to pass a technic Inspection at your car?.In Spain is not possible Assembly at home.only certified workshop.Greetings from Spain.

[@rebelyell1580]

I've never bought a truck without a hitch (guess I thought it was standard equipment) but it seems strange to have the wiring for a trailer plug but no hitch...

[@homesteadonomics]

Yeah I did too... especially since it’s a 2500 and basically more purpose built for that as well. But a friend of mine told me that on those HD models they don’t always add the hitch due to the fact that it is often dependent on what the future owner might pull. The manufacturer would likely install a generic medium duty hitch and the buyer might prefer a 5th wheel style trailer or maybe want a bigger duty hitch. Not sure but that kinda made sense to me. As for the wiring... they had a harness going to the bumper but it was capped off. So I just added a plug. I guess that is also a common thing for these models. Pre-wired but not plug due to the many people wanting or preferring a different style plug. Who knows though🤷‍♂️😀

[@rmbarnes672]

Exactly 🍻

[@wiginator15T]

I’m so bored I clicked this instantly

[@homesteadonomics]

Haha.... I hope it’s slightly less boring than the level before you clicked on it🤞😂

[@Jerryosu83]

Mind me asking what brand is your watch?

[@homesteadonomics]

Absolutely.... I actually should do a video on it as it’s one of the most common questions I get, believe it or not. It’s a timex weekender. They come in lots of variations but this has the dark face with the chronograph. It’s my second one and I just love it!

[@Jerryosu83]

@@homesteadonomics I'll have to check these out, thanks Joe

[@haweeha7738]

is it my location or do the ryobi links in the description not work?

[@homesteadonomics]

Hmm, I just checked and they linked fine for me. Perhaps your settings or maybe a pop up or link blocker on your phone or computer?

[@haweeha7738]

I think it might be geoblocked since I am in europe and can't access the homedepot site at all. I get: " Access Denied You don't have permission to access "www.homedepot.com/" on this server. Reference #18.154e655f.1616701367.1596319 " Off course there is no homedepot here so it kind of makes sense.

[@bren106]

You made her work twice as long winding that spare back up by leaving it up on the ramps.

[@homesteadonomics]

More of a workout....haha.... plus I needed the extra room to get under easier😂

[@ohske]

😯👍👍👍👌❤❤❤

[@homesteadonomics]

😀👍🙏

[@markb.1259]

4:45: Nuts, Bolts and Lock Washers?? NONE of those washers are lock washers???

[@homesteadonomics]

They are ‘conical/bite’ lock washers. It is hard to tell on video but they have a slight conical shape with small ridges/teeth on the outer rim. So they distort when torqued and bite into the metal a bit.

[@homesteadonomics]

.....You can see it better on the black washers in the background of the 4:45 shot.... and really well in the 8:55 clip

[@markb.1259]

@@homesteadonomics Thank you for explaining. I see the teeth now. You had a great helper with that project!

[@douglasharley2440]

boring?!?!?!...watching _someone else_ do good work skillfully is infinitely entertaining. :) lol, i cannot believe you don't have a torque wrench. did al just orrow yours and never return it so now it's al's? xD

[@homesteadonomics]

Haha..... I know. I’ve done several thing where I needed a torque wrench and always just borrowed one.... and I guess the availability of them for borrowing thwarted me from having to buy one. I trade my labor for use of Al’s tools....haha.... however, come to think of it ive lent him some of my metal working tools like my plasma cutter, etc.... so I guess they are pretty much even trades 🤔😀👍

[@rosewright9451]

If it was not interesting enough I would not of watched you do what you do.