HOW TO INSTALL FLOODLIGHTS (Safe, Watertight, and Properly Grounded)

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@punkiin
@punkiin 2 жыл бұрын
I love how all of your guys videos feel more true to life. Like if you fumble your words a bit or forget to turn the multi-meter on, you dont just cut it and re do the take so everything is perfect. Makes the videos feel exactly how things would happen in real life as apposed to a production video. contributes to the wholesome father son vibe yall got going on. Makes the video feel way more authentic and watchable. Keep it up
@pauloutdrz
@pauloutdrz 2 жыл бұрын
I first saw your videos on the KZbin app on my TV. Kind of like a daily dose of handyman/DYI information. You're a natural at teaching and so far beyond (in experience and knowledge) any contractor I've ever met. I appreciate how you approach "advertising" the products you use, enough to get the marketing while not taking away from the purpose at hand. Thank you for your efforts in producing these videos, they are helpful and entertaining. Wish my Dad could have been like you!
@green5sing
@green5sing 2 жыл бұрын
Finally! A channel that helps everyday diy-ers. I am so grateful for your channel. I put in the floodlight all by myself because of your video! Feeling empowered 💝
@kevinritchie9227
@kevinritchie9227 2 жыл бұрын
As an electrician, when I hear 'outside light' MY stress level goes up! That's exactly how I ended my week this week, too. Great job guys! Also glad to see you have some S.A. friends! lol
@malikto1
@malikto1 2 жыл бұрын
In case you didn't know, it is possible to have a hot neutral where there is a shared neutral (multi-wire branch circuit) and you have an open neutral. This happens when a 12/3 or 14/3 circuit is used to save a wire (not uncommon in commercial installs to save conduit space and wire) and a double pole breaker wasn't used or where two breakers don't have the required handle ties or are on the same phase. You need to make sure both breakers are off on these before working on them.
@markwong6548
@markwong6548 2 жыл бұрын
Learned this the hard way
@masseyferguson9195
@masseyferguson9195 2 жыл бұрын
I do this all the time when conduit size is too small
@norielvaldes2166
@norielvaldes2166 2 жыл бұрын
me, an arduino kiddie: lol, i kno some of these words.
@cdurkinz
@cdurkinz 2 жыл бұрын
He knows all about the hot neutral, has explained it in other videos. He got the worst or second worst shock of his life on one. He checks them every time, I assume even if he doesn't cover it.
@stevenle1760
@stevenle1760 2 жыл бұрын
Hot neutrals are the worst. The two breakers that supply the hots for the shared neutral should be linked so they both turn off at the same time but it's not common to see this.
@Nicetrybrobro
@Nicetrybrobro 2 жыл бұрын
Upgrades, tools, cars, beer and pizza.... thats a boys day right there. Great video!
@michelrail
@michelrail 2 жыл бұрын
If I not mistaking, one of the hex sides of your screwdriver will fit that ground screw and would be easier to drive that screw in. It's a great screw driver.
@poeticsilence047
@poeticsilence047 2 жыл бұрын
You are not mistaken. It's ba neat trick i use all the time.
@zTribalstylerz
@zTribalstylerz 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah he finally used it to take down the old ballast but I woulda been using the hex the whole time!
@travisk5589
@travisk5589 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, one size is 1/4 inch and the other is 5/16. 2 very common sizes in the trades. That 5/16 will handle hose clamps also
@ranger178
@ranger178 2 жыл бұрын
the Klein 15 in 1 multi tip ratcheting screwdriver has a special combo tip c1 c2 that just fits the square slotted Philips screws that get used in electrical a lot
@joshcowart2446
@joshcowart2446 2 жыл бұрын
@@travisk5589 if it’s a Klein 11 in 1 it also has 3/8 on the other side as well
@markxx90
@markxx90 2 жыл бұрын
At 14:21, you actually want any stranded wire to be leading the solid conductor by around 1/16” to 1/8”. By the looks of it, those stranded wires will pull out if you give it a pull test
@jefffree6990
@jefffree6990 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@aurvaroy6670
@aurvaroy6670 2 жыл бұрын
I hate to sound like an idiot but what's the point of a pull test if those wires will almost never be under that much tension inside the junction box?
@ixionn563
@ixionn563 2 жыл бұрын
@@aurvaroy6670 Because if a wire can easily pull loose, then it is likely to work it's way loose over time from vibration and heat/cold cycles. Eventually, when a wire does get loose you'll have a bad connection, which can cause arcing, heat, or both when under load, so it would become a fire risk. Connections that survive the pull test are far less likely to work loose over time.
@jeffhansman2829
@jeffhansman2829 2 жыл бұрын
@@aurvaroy6670 Better safe than sorry.
@michaelfarris2556
@michaelfarris2556 2 жыл бұрын
The old man shows you exactly what he is doing. Great information that is needed. It gave me exactly what I needed to know. Thanks
@maxderman447
@maxderman447 2 жыл бұрын
Check out the Klein C2 bit for most electrical fittings. Basically a square/flat combo really gets a nice firm grip in those ground screws, receptacle terminal screws, EMT fittings, and more.
@Chris.Rhodes
@Chris.Rhodes 2 жыл бұрын
I actually prefer the Milwaukee ECX
@l.rod2827
@l.rod2827 2 жыл бұрын
Great work as always, I would have used the cordless for the 3" screws... LOL...?? You guys are true men...
@olafvanes
@olafvanes 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I use a compact 10,8 volt Makita cordless drill for almost every screw
@eddiecabrera1408
@eddiecabrera1408 2 жыл бұрын
Another fine job done by Paul and Jordan thanks for the tip I ran into a couple jobs with the same trouble you had there and didn't really know what to do with it but somebody showed me away and you showed me a different way thank you so much keep recording so I can keep watching, you guys be safe
@bludika
@bludika 6 ай бұрын
he's so knowledgeable, skilled, and hard working men are always a pleasure to see
@handrewdimmick4326
@handrewdimmick4326 2 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of an on location episode of a home improvement show. Great video guys
@chrisnorden8043
@chrisnorden8043 2 жыл бұрын
"I didn't blow up his house"
@julienabors2223
@julienabors2223 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I bought similar flood lights to use on corners of my house. My boyfriend told me what to get. Your video is EXCELLENT for watching to install. Who says girls can’t hang floodlights! 😂 Thank you! 🙏🏻😇
@julienabors2223
@julienabors2223 2 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t fit all the wires behind the new floodlight.
@wooloongabba
@wooloongabba 2 жыл бұрын
Cordless Driver time saver and therefore money maker . 21st century guys , get with it . Love your channel guys
@jessicahites871
@jessicahites871 Жыл бұрын
Pizza, beer, some electrical work and badass cars!! Now this is my kind of video!!
@Chris.Rhodes
@Chris.Rhodes 2 жыл бұрын
I prefer Wago 221s when I'm wiring stranded wire. Good job, love the cars!
@throttlebottle5906
@throttlebottle5906 2 жыл бұрын
13:31 always leave the wire nuts/wago/push-on's with the open ends facing down/sealed ends upwards. that is in case of moisture from air leakage causing condensation or rain ingress. if they're hanging downward or sideways they can fill with rain/condensation and corrode apart in months to years.(I learned that the hard way)
@oftenwrongphong
@oftenwrongphong 2 жыл бұрын
man, I've never even considered these variables. Thanks.
@htownblue11
@htownblue11 2 жыл бұрын
“14g for 15A and 12g for 20A” is a great way of remembering that rule. Always learning something from you guys.
@luvdady
@luvdady 2 жыл бұрын
Generally just use 12 on 15 amp the overall $$ difference is negligible in the long term. Especially if you don't have any access to the wire
@electroman982
@electroman982 2 жыл бұрын
You can learn a lot more accurately from the National Electrical Code Book aka NEC !!
@jefffree6990
@jefffree6990 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip! though i can't imagine that short leg for an LED light calls for 12ga/ 20 amp . Is that a local code? (obviously can't hurt to have it though, and as long as you have some hanging around...)
@luvdady
@luvdady 2 жыл бұрын
@@jefffree6990 ok let's say 14 awg is $49 a roll. And 12 awg is $59 a roll. For $10 more if you ever needed to bump up to a 20 amp breaker what does it cost you in the long run? $49+ 59+drywall mud and then mudding an tapeing sanding etc... lol Plus if your wiring plugs your probably going to have 12 anyways And leds are low powered, but say 6 months from now you want a ceiling fan?
@bobbing4snapples
@bobbing4snapples Жыл бұрын
​@@electroman982one of the very first things in NFPA 70 is a passage explaining that the NEC is not an instruction manual or a how-to book. While you will certainly use the NEC while you are learning it's not written for beginners and you're likely to misinterpret something and hazard yourself or others
@richardspivey1562
@richardspivey1562 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend. I have recently found you here and I'm lucky to do so. Have I said THANK YOU?!? You have taught me a great deal of things. Knowledge is power!
@la5150hi-lophoto
@la5150hi-lophoto 4 ай бұрын
Really love the tips on not losing screws and/or how to deal with electrical curveballs but not take safety shortcuts:).
@brandonbrown2487
@brandonbrown2487 2 жыл бұрын
I wanted to let you guys know that I watch a lot of your guys's videos and I mean a lot I've seen just about every one of them and your guys' tips tricks and doing things the right way have helped me out as a contractor more than once keep the great content coming
@tallbrian100
@tallbrian100 2 жыл бұрын
Bell boxes are made for threaded IMC or Rigid conduit. EMT conduit connectors are straight thread and are listed for use with boxes and locknuts. Good job showing how the effective ground fault is compromised using the incorrect fittings. Also when wire nutting solid to stranded, put the stranded wire a little past the solid so the nut make a good connection.
@electroman982
@electroman982 2 жыл бұрын
"Bell boxes are made for threaded IMC or Rigid conduit. EMT conduit connectors are straight thread and are listed for use with boxes and lock nuts" Those 2 statements are not accurately true...so go figure...and report back w/corrected relevant info! Sorry I don't do others homework for them for FREE! Clue...start with the Listing/s! "Good job showing how the effective ground fault is compromised using the incorrect fittings" A dagger to the code book...OUCH! Clue...you wouldn't reward your dog for pissing on your leg would you?!!?!? "Also when wire nutting solid to stranded, put the stranded wire a little past the solid so the nut make a good connection." So you have more then one week experience...good boy! Clue...there are places where the 2 types should/should not meet!
@ixionn563
@ixionn563 2 жыл бұрын
@@electroman982 Notice how nobody takes you seriously or even acknowledged your comment because of how rude you are for literally no reason? Maybe you can go learn from that.
@travisk5589
@travisk5589 2 жыл бұрын
A true electrician will leave all those little piles of cuttings on the ground for someone else to clean up.
@ranger178
@ranger178 2 жыл бұрын
lol yeah, every job is littered with wire ties and scrap insulation striped from wires
@stevewilson3791
@stevewilson3791 7 ай бұрын
So true.
@daconqueror101
@daconqueror101 5 ай бұрын
Hahaha bro fr
@jamesy11111
@jamesy11111 4 ай бұрын
Where’s the lie tho
@joshpavelich5235
@joshpavelich5235 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Stud Pack! That "square drive' is called a Robertson! Here in Canada its the most common for construction screws. Electrical is basically Robbie #1, #2, or if you use the screws included in a light fixture, then Philips #2. Robertson #2 is most common across all building trades here. Keep up the great videos!
@TheDarthJesus
@TheDarthJesus 2 жыл бұрын
Square and Robertson are actually slightly different, Robertson screws/bits feature a longer tapered edge designed to hold the screw better. Square was designed because Ford refused to pay for the Canadian designed Robertson bit, and created their knockoff "Square"
@mytubebobbie06h
@mytubebobbie06h 2 жыл бұрын
I learn things every time I watch your videos.
@Derakkon2
@Derakkon2 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure if it's a code violation, but I personally would have replaced that single gang box with a round one. With that it would not only look nicer, but it should have better protection against the elements and help your light fixture last longer.
@TR4Ajim
@TR4Ajim 2 жыл бұрын
I usually keep some crimp-on eyelets in my toolbox, and use that to attach twisted ground wires to the box. Here’s an idea for a future video - converting a fluorescent light fixture to LED bulbs by removing the ballast. I did this to my 8 foot garage lights, and what a difference!
@gr0ove
@gr0ove 2 жыл бұрын
Fast forwarded to the part I was curious about, then ended up watching the whole thing because you made it entertaining! :)
@lxOFWGKTAxl
@lxOFWGKTAxl 2 жыл бұрын
GET OUTTA MY HEAD! I just had a conversation with my wife yesterday about installing some flood lights in our backyard! Y'all are flipping amazing!
@estherstephens1858
@estherstephens1858 2 жыл бұрын
I’m not into cars like that but that ZL1 sure is sexy as well as the rest of the collection. I love that you mention the tools you use. Thank you
@vjez1427
@vjez1427 2 жыл бұрын
STUD PACK VIDEO on a Saturday made my day !!!!!!!
@expressknight6734
@expressknight6734 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stud pack, one more thing add to my arsenal of thinking. Now understand grounding wire fualts. Your doing a great job. 👍 Remodeling my kitchen.
@raymitchell9736
@raymitchell9736 2 жыл бұрын
That's the right way to tackle that job... I Wish I could have been there for the pizza and beer part of the light install project... you know... to help out! 😁
@woodyfx
@woodyfx 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are well presented and super detailed. Great work fellas..learning something new in every episode. Thank you
@kenmore01
@kenmore01 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! It's good to mention that on three phase wiring, the hot wires could be black for one phase, red for another and blue for the third. Any phase would work for the single phase light, but it explains you connecting the red wire in the box to the black wire in the lighting fixture.
@tphvac87
@tphvac87 2 жыл бұрын
Omg what a gorgeous automobile! I don’t like slotted screws anymore idk how our old timer counterparts screws slotted screws to duct work, kudos to them!
@Ryan-jk8du
@Ryan-jk8du 2 жыл бұрын
when you splice stranded to solid make sure the stranded wire is ahead of the solid wire so the wire nut can pinch the wires together better makes a stronger connection
@carlmetzger3971
@carlmetzger3971 Жыл бұрын
Love, Love, Love Stud Pack!!!! Hope you guys can keep it going. If you make them, they will watch. Great content, learned a few things besides.
@DewaltFanboy
@DewaltFanboy 2 жыл бұрын
Wow what a great place! I love Oldschool American cars. They have a lot of character, but that new Camaro is looking spicy!
@binkleyt
@binkleyt 2 жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome, your positivity make me feel good about the world again lol....
@macster1457
@macster1457 2 жыл бұрын
If I lived where you guys are, I would always hire you guys even if you charge me more than the regular rate... I'd be glad to pay for it since I know I won't have to worry about the work. I am super picky as well and Paul is my kind of "picky" guy 😎
@cineaste1969
@cineaste1969 2 жыл бұрын
Me too. These guys are first rate. The father son thing is pretty cool too. 👍🏼
@TheDarthJesus
@TheDarthJesus 2 жыл бұрын
They broke code numerous times, for example pulling Romex through conduit in a wet location, using 14awg in a commercial setting, etc. Hard to not worry about these handyman hacks
@TheDarthJesus
@TheDarthJesus 2 жыл бұрын
@SumOfIt You must use a wire rated for wet locations. NMD is not.
@illestofdemall13
@illestofdemall13 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheDarthJesus Where did they use 14AWG? He removed 14 and replaced with 12.
@mrcryptozoic817
@mrcryptozoic817 2 жыл бұрын
@@illestofdemall13 Exactly. If TDJ is going to criticize, he should make SURE the comment is correct.
@chriswand2313
@chriswand2313 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoying the contact guys. Great to see positive crews out performing work.
@johnnybussart4721
@johnnybussart4721 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job ! I personally always use a 5/16 " for ground screws , easier on my arthritic hands.
@timwintersoncntr
@timwintersoncntr 2 жыл бұрын
Here's a nugget I just learned this month: Milwaukee makes the perfect bit (1/4-inch hex or full screwdriver) for those electrical screws. Receptacle box screws take an ECX #1 and, I think, breaker box screws take an ECX #2.. They combine the Robertson #1 with a broad, flat blade for incredible grip.
@ranger178
@ranger178 2 жыл бұрын
yeah my klein 14 in one has the combo bits for electrical screws it is nice has 6 double ended bits in handle that are quick and easy to change
@frankletizia7835
@frankletizia7835 Жыл бұрын
I never saw a magnet wrist band on anybody else . Great idea . Would get a shock if got hit by power was on? Great job !! I just got done wiring same flood light.
@dominickpeterpaul8340
@dominickpeterpaul8340 2 жыл бұрын
Nice Job Paul, great Tips on how to break it Down, and proper way to install ground wire, love the fancy tools, makes the job much easier.
@brianhopkins5251
@brianhopkins5251 2 жыл бұрын
that magnetic wrist band is cool as heck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@gman.10
@gman.10 3 ай бұрын
No power tools? True Old Style Tradesman. Great Video. Thank you.
@mr.g937
@mr.g937 2 жыл бұрын
Not a fan of using conduit as a ground. Fittings often get loose and all it takes is one disconnected or loose fitting to ruin your entire ground path. I prefer running a dedicated ground always.
@lyradm1
@lyradm1 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Been burned by conduit open grounds
@HBSuccess
@HBSuccess 2 жыл бұрын
It’s better no doubt to run a dedicated ground, but on a big commercial job the cost of the extra conductor can be the difference between winning and losing a tight competitive bid. So if it’s not specified by the owner and it’s not code nobody is going to do it.
@tomburke2697
@tomburke2697 2 жыл бұрын
Would have liked to see more of the cars! You guys are great. Keep it up. Probably my favorite channel
@Mental_Egg
@Mental_Egg 2 жыл бұрын
Love it the best DIY channel on the internet
@ftjp8
@ftjp8 10 ай бұрын
Appreciate your time in clearly explaining the details. Love your content thank you!
@Theswaggman2012
@Theswaggman2012 Жыл бұрын
Man you guys we’re vary helpful I been watching your most recent build defiantly a Fan . Keep up the good work
@johnds6621
@johnds6621 2 жыл бұрын
great job. I always tape up the wire nuts on the positive side just to be safe. In my 90 year old house they soldered the wires together and then used tape.
@AlexeiTetenov
@AlexeiTetenov 2 жыл бұрын
I recommend using motion-detecting lights with included cameras instead of just motion lights these days. They are not significantly more expensive and being able to monitor them from a smartphone is invaluable.
@electroman982
@electroman982 2 жыл бұрын
Certainly ones opinion...and you know what they say!
@Superman-xr1oh
@Superman-xr1oh 2 жыл бұрын
@@electroman982 🙄
@Janzer_
@Janzer_ 2 жыл бұрын
@@electroman982 lol, someone always has a better/different idea. :D
@throttlebottle5906
@throttlebottle5906 2 жыл бұрын
I was taught years ago, to bond the ground to the box and the light holder cross brace as well as the light fixtures ground terminal or screw. why? many times the light fixtures were metal, with unknown quality ground wire connections, the box may be plastic and set back into the wall, and a conductor could become bare and touching the cross bar without shorting and tripping breaker. that would make the bar live, as well as fixture mounting screws/nuts and possibly more, depending on design. if you overthink it and worry too much, you'd never use anything electric nor touch it. 😬 **you should always leave the stranded wire "leading" the solid wire slightly when using wire nuts(1/16 to 1/8 inch),that makes sure it gets grabbed and bitten into and NOT pushed down and out, if not it can often be pulled out with nearly no force.
@peteteaokimosh9798
@peteteaokimosh9798 2 жыл бұрын
That was very helpful for me to do the old lighting out back, I’ll have to get me one of those Kleen screw drivers 👍🏽 I sure enjoy watching your videos, always helpful.
@Ted_E_Bear
@Ted_E_Bear 2 жыл бұрын
I love this content you are sharing ! Please keep the videos rolling out !
@ebnhahn1993
@ebnhahn1993 Жыл бұрын
Great video!. Gave me all the information I needed to install my flood lights. Thank You!
@milesharlan1
@milesharlan1 2 жыл бұрын
Studpack & Cars what a great combo guys!! Love the video!! Keep up the good work!!
@Afro_Cowboy
@Afro_Cowboy 11 ай бұрын
Worth every minute.
@TheSidneySmith
@TheSidneySmith 2 жыл бұрын
In many jurisdictions, commercial requires THHN wiring or other wiring, NO romex. So, when running you are either pulling single wires through conduit (or wire packs) or using armor clad / metal clad cable. Fastest way to run a single wire out somewhere on the inside is with the metal clad / armor clad cable as it's a flexible "conduit" clad cable. Another thing that happens is neutrals are shared in many instances. Hots are ran off of individual breakers on different phases with the neutral and ground wires being a shared run back to the panel - Due to the different phases, the neutral doesn't get over powered by the amperage.
@skeezle1337
@skeezle1337 2 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate your videos! Could honestly watch you guys install a toilet! And probably already have... Every time I watch a video though I find more tools I need to buy!
@mcarroll598
@mcarroll598 2 жыл бұрын
I always drill a small weep hole in the bottom of outside boxes. If water should get in there it will leak out.
@throttlebottle5906
@throttlebottle5906 2 жыл бұрын
that's actually against electrical codes. but yes, have been there/done that. leave a little void in the bottom of gaskets, water can weep out and not be noticed by inspection sticklers. even if only an 1/16" hole and and other bugs can et in and fill the boxes until something bad happens. 😖
@porkchop3094
@porkchop3094 2 жыл бұрын
"14g,15A,12g,20A” ....hike, I thought it was a quarterback calling to get the ball snapped, LOL. I'm learning so thank you for the video. I've had a RING motion light with camera sitting in it's box for over a year. Now I got a good refresher on how not to electrocute myself.
@montygram
@montygram 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent work per normal, thank you Jordan and Paul. Awesome man cave Best Bud! 10:50 I believe that's your best option really (matter of opinion) realistically you should have the compression/raintight fittings there and not the normal set-screw type on the upper box. This is simply because you're outside, you wouldn't want moisture getting in the boxes in anyway possible. I personally run dedicated EGCs for every run but every situation is different, and with your case they weren't previously installed.
@thereynolds2725
@thereynolds2725 2 жыл бұрын
Flexible conduit is only allowed as a ground at 6 feet or less in length. I don't know how long that last whip was, but it's worth noting.
@hansangb
@hansangb 2 жыл бұрын
I *hate* these videos. Because it puts me in the doghouse with the boss.. I mean how am I *NOT* supposed to get the klein ratcheting screwdriver? And the tapping tool? Will I need it? THAT'S BESIDE the point. I *may* need it, so I want it. Of course, the upside, is that ratcheting one looks a lot like my 11-in-1 Klein so she may never know! LOL 😂 thank you Studpack for another educational and fun video.
@carsonconlee6277
@carsonconlee6277 Жыл бұрын
Invest in an impact driver for all of that wrist turning work 🥵 I used to have pain in my right wrist but after I switched to strictly power tools for all fasteners/electrical connections, my wrist no longer aches
@drewcama2488
@drewcama2488 2 жыл бұрын
OK, we all want that 6in1 tap driver!
@goodtobehandy
@goodtobehandy 2 жыл бұрын
My first car was a 67 RS Camaro. Painted it bright metallic orange. As far as I know it was the only one in So Cal in 1970. Yes it was built,360hp. Got married with that car too. Had it for over 20yrs.
@StudPack
@StudPack 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll bet you wish you still had it Mark 👊👍 classic car right there for sure 💪
@steveloux4709
@steveloux4709 2 жыл бұрын
And...NM cable (Romex) is rated for dry locations only. If this situation were indoors, it would not be a big deal. This is a wet location, so it was good that you removed it and re-sized the conductor to match the size of the circuit.
@jameshall5274
@jameshall5274 Жыл бұрын
Whether there is a "ground path to the panel" or not, the breaker will trip in an overcurrent situation. Ground fault circuit interrupted receptacles and breakers don't really need a ground wire/path to work either. They monitor the hot and neutral wires for imbalance and then it trips. Great job with everything else guys. Love your channel. Keep up the good work.
@bobbing4snapples
@bobbing4snapples Жыл бұрын
If there's a short from the ungrounded to the grounded conductor there won't be an imbalance, but, there will be over current.
@scottdowney4318
@scottdowney4318 Жыл бұрын
outdoor lights like that should be on a GFCI breaker anyway, so that ground wire is not actually totally necessary. I still run grounds anyway and check them just like you did. The GFCI also continually self test. If they electrically fail, they will click off. I also converted my shop lights from fluorescent to LED strip bulbs, and that gets rid of that ballast, and keeps the fixture, which is a nice upgrade. Fluorescent when mine got cold did not work well at all.
@danbrookshire5628
@danbrookshire5628 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the stranded wire video!
@darwinbodero7872
@darwinbodero7872 2 жыл бұрын
If we were all like the stud pack boys there would be world peace.
@BC-hr2of
@BC-hr2of 2 жыл бұрын
just bought them at Costco 😎 … easy install and we have a ground wire 😎 … sharing your video 👍🏽 … no bonding lugs 🤔 … sweet tool that tapper 👀
@ranger178
@ranger178 2 жыл бұрын
you demonstrated why i like having a small electric screwdriver for electrical work driving tons of fine thread long screws that don't require much torque saves a lot of time having an electric screwdriver
@franciscovega7325
@franciscovega7325 2 жыл бұрын
I thought you were going to tell us you had secret car shop and you were going to share car projects with us . Nice Video Gents .
@charlesviner1565
@charlesviner1565 2 жыл бұрын
👍Your videos are of excellent quality
@karencarroll2027
@karencarroll2027 2 жыл бұрын
Watched and learned so much! Thanks for sharing your videos !
@seasian
@seasian 11 ай бұрын
Nice easy flowing instructions. Have you heard of 'C1 & C2' driver bits by Klein and 'ECX' #1 & #2 by Milwaukee. These are specific for electrical screws.Have a great day.
@mrscottanderson1
@mrscottanderson1 2 жыл бұрын
Round light base on a square box, doesn't that leave part of the back exposed?? Is that ok??
@stevebowser7248
@stevebowser7248 2 жыл бұрын
Great content as always. Commercial jobs are definitely different from residential. The suggestion I would make to anyone who wants to do any commercial electrical is understand the 3 phase and the different voltages. You mentioned the 3 phase. Occasionally (but not too common), some commercial jobs have lighting circuits that are 277/480. Id say check the voltage on commercial job right off the bat. They sometimes use 277v lighting circuits if they have the higher 277/480 voltage, AND they have long runs. (Often you see these in parking lots with the long runs. Higher voltage means less loss in long runs. If its 277, then you have to use 277v rated lights (likely not avilable at Home impr store). Ran into this when I was helping out a little league and someone put in a plug off the service panel and couldn't figure out why stuff they were plugging in were having problems. They ran off one of the 3 phase legs and had 277v to neutral and ground.....thru a duplex plug. No wonder they were having problems. Oddly enough, the pitching machines worked fine. Needless to say, we removed the plug immediately. 277 should never be in conventional duplex. They were using the higher voltage since it was available, and its great (if available) for long runs around a ballfield for 277/480 rated lights. All that being said, any commercial work, check your baseline voltages. Lighting could be 277 since commercial always separates plugs and lights....and if you got 277, you can save a ton of money on reducing wire gauge. "Generally" the bigger the commercial building, the more likely it could be 277/480. In new builds - a 4500 SF commercial convenience store is usually 120/208. A giant Amazon warehouse or a large industrial bldg with lots of pumps or motors is usually 277/480.
@montygram
@montygram 2 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea to check existing voltages on older buildings. It seems like a lot of what your story was, people not knowing what they are doing. People that know/knew just enough to be dangerous. Size of the building doesn't necessarily dictate the service/panel voltages it really depends on what the customer's needs and wants are. 480V Panels are installed, where they might then also feed a transformer that feeds a "Low Volt" ~208V panel. Not just one or the other. Again everything greatly depends on the existing installs, and what sort of "dangerous people" were in there before.
@dotcom624
@dotcom624 2 жыл бұрын
At the end you used a rectangle box (not sure the name) instead of an octagon/round box, but still used a round fixture. I helped someone install a floodlight in a wet location and ended up jury rigging a rectangle to circle adapter with foam backwards to get a modest amount of waterproofing. Was that necessary, or would it have been ok to leave it more open so water could drain? It was a residential application, and I didn’t want wires getting too wet. It was really open in the back when it was just the fixture and the box. Kind of open to rain and snow too. I think it worked ok after my mod, and is still working great 6mo later. thoughts??
@ChrisHillASMR
@ChrisHillASMR 2 жыл бұрын
This guy is the dad I never had.
@brucebissell7626
@brucebissell7626 2 жыл бұрын
YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME!! THANKS FOR THE INFO. SOUTHWEST UTAH. 😇
@ppilgrim3441
@ppilgrim3441 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very informative video. So much good info!
@josesorto5298
@josesorto5298 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your videos and knowledge 🙏🙏🙏
@4212daniel
@4212daniel 2 жыл бұрын
now we need a video on the cars 😁
@SaucyOperator
@SaucyOperator 2 жыл бұрын
Someones getting spoiled by Klein.... But you deserve it. Im only a little jealous.
@patwaldrip3774
@patwaldrip3774 Жыл бұрын
Great video, helped a lot. Discovered that your link to the Kline ratcheting screwdriver is bad or broken, received an error when I went to the link. Thank you, for sharing the information.
@therealdojj
@therealdojj 2 жыл бұрын
So I've decided to watch this in my lunch break 🤣 You have GOT to go back there and give your KZbin gang a tour of his cars 😁😁😁😁😁
@50calops
@50calops 2 жыл бұрын
As always, y'all hit a homerun!!
@emilolguin3087
@emilolguin3087 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, your ten in one is also a hex driver. When you remove the hex driver tips, the remaining hex body will drive the ground screw. But you're right, a square driver is better than a Phillips.
@gameilebrown6136
@gameilebrown6136 2 жыл бұрын
This is my dude. I love him
@WrenchNinja91
@WrenchNinja91 2 жыл бұрын
That panther pink Cuda 😍
@Al-lu8fd
@Al-lu8fd 2 жыл бұрын
Lol, I remember installing one of those and that long center mounting screw went in and chafed the wires where they came in the back of the box. Nothing worse than putting a light all together and tripping the breaker immediately in front of the customer 😆
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