I'm A Professional Homeowner

[@atlaslegionnaire3711]

My father always taught me, that if you are loaned a tool, it should be returned in better condition than you got it. Borrowed a lawn mower once from a neighbor, replaced a blade that was chipped and dull on it and returned it with a full tank of gas. It's a matter of respect and common decency.

[@LudovicP]

and still cheaper than buying one yourself, in adition you might be able to borrow again

[@gjc9801]

I have always had a valve on the opposite end from where I'm picking up the diesel fuel from my tank at the lowest point that allowed me to pitch the tank slightly away from the pickup end and then always be able to drain off the water that accumulates in there from condensation in the tank and etc. I assume that's what the valve you removed was for, can't explain the chain though that must be a west coast thing Haha! Keep up the good work.

[@metals_etched]

I was taught the same thing

[@martinschulz9381]

Right on. I do that as well....cleaned up and full of gas. Even if it's rental equipment.

[@DTSilva]

You said it! I might need to find you and let you borrow all my stuff!!!

[@miken5413]

When Cody climbed on top of the saw horses WITH the chain saw , my first thought was, This is video is getting good!

[@heyg7819]

I was thinking the same thing and seeing the CAT in the background I was hoping he would use that as a platform to work on. Thankful that it worked out!

[@rulane]

Definitely, a "why men live shorter lives moment".

[@famouslastwords717]

At 7:50 i closed my eyes and pray that God have mercy and Codys guardian angel do overtime.

[@chuckzechman7390]

What could possibly go wrong?

[@justtesting6185]

My exact words were… that’s a very bad plan Cody! Then I read the comments. Seams I wasn’t alone! Glad it all worked out Cody. Love the vid anyway.

[@Jconway651]

As a professional homeowner I appreciate when another professional homeowner displays his loctite. It’s one of those things that gives me “the fizz”

[@iloveyew9984]

So your unemployed?

[@HomesteadJay]

As a non professional homeowner I appreciate your professional homeowner insight and knowledge!

[@wranglerstar]

We need to stick together,

[@HomesteadJay]

@@wranglerstar Yes Sir! God Bless!

[@jakewalker4392]

@David F an intern homeowner

[@adamnivens4040]

What about us professional renters?

[@codypowell5672]

I think we professional home owners should unionize. I need more pay and more days off from my work around the house!

[@wranglerstar]

Professional homeowners don't like unions,

[@codypowell5672]

@@wranglerstar we don’t like normal unions. That’s why we need to start our own lol

[@QuintonKuntz]

Not sure what makes you guys professional?

[@wranglerstar]

That's because you're not a Professional Homeowner,

[@jackofall2305]

Management is ruthless though. I would feel safer trying to unionize in north jersey or buying a garbage company in hunts point ny

[@280zone]

I started out this video being jealous that you had everything ready and handy to make that repair to the saw....I felt much better about myself when you ended with the struggle of the forks. thank you...

[@Call2WakeUp]

He is killing it and is a millionaire. I could have everything ready to rock and roll if had the money for all my projects. Guess i should have started you tubing long ago.

[@python3574]

@@Call2WakeUp yet being green with envy is still very affordable.

[@danmc5542]

Living in the woods and doing lots of different jobs teaches me lessons everyday. Adjusting the forks, learning how was one of Cody's lessons today. And, every task I do is regularly rethought; can I do it better, faster, more efficiently, etc. Thinks makes like interesting and often fun. My father was one of the real experts in his field. One of his lessons to me was that on a good day, you learned something. And, he tried to learn from even the mundane jobs. Now, I am headed back out to work on my firewood stack for a few winters from now.

[@mattcoleman596]

Cody, with the forks on. Lift them and tilt them forward all the way until the fork tines are vertical, then jump out with the forks raised (not recommended by non-professional homeowners) and spread them apart that way. Makes it a whole lot easier.

[@wranglerstar]

Got it

[@stephenpenfield3915]

That is so slick I didn’t even think of that option. We normally try to squeeze ourselves out of the cab with arms to the ground and a tiny tip up on the forks with us muscling the dang things around.

[@ACutAboveKnifeandLeather]

Do the opposite. Tilt back towards you and you can still adjust the forks while opening the door

[@angrytaylor3710]

Best phrase ever. “We better fix that”. There is to much of the “oh well let’s buy a new one” mindset now days.

[@redrustyhill2]

I worked at a company that made us throw out any corded power tool even if it had a nick in the cord. I was told "it has to be repaired by an authorized repairman and you arent an electrician so you arent authorized "

[@dadrjlrcjrcwr]

Had the fork problem myself, got a set of “walk through” forks . Gives room for the door to open with forks up a little more, but looks like you figured it out. 👍

[@algernoncalydon3430]

The Gordian knot is pretty funny. Did something kind of similar when I had to chage a pinion seal in a one ton van. The nut was on so tight that even with the e-brake and blocks on the wheels I would turn the wheel and I would turn the pinion and it wouldn't break loose but the tires would crawl over the blocks. Fortunately my brother called me and interrupted and when I told him the problem he laughed, "Duh, put a pipe wrench on the yoke and then take a crack at the nut." Sometimes the most simple escapes us.

[@rjunk12349]

Every time you do a new project or get a new toy, please know that I am living vicariously through you. You have taken all of the risk and we have watched. Subsequently, you have been blessed and rewarded. By the way, there's no question in my mind that if you dropped 30 Gs on a piece of equipment, you paid cash and that cash was disposable. Keep it up, my friend.

[@l84cabo]

+1. I want a tractor and a skid steer in the worst way. Oh! And a couple chain saws too. Nevermind that I live in an apartment right now and have no earthly need for these things. Don't care. Still want!

[@dagneytaggart7707]

@@l84cabo And a mini excavator.

[@babiesfartingfire6007]

@@l84cabo want a job working equipment and saws?

[@samuelphillips9116]

@@babiesfartingfire6007 go get one, there everywhere

[@python3574]

@@l84cabo once you get the skid steer, you won't want a tractor any longer.

[@Hunman2k]

When you put a new cable into equipment, try to clamp the outer rubber layer in the little clamping device, instead of the wires itself. So if you pull on the cable, you're not pulling on the wires. Just a lesson I had to learn myself a while ago.

[@wobblysauce]

But it didn't get that far this time.

[@robertmccully2792]

Yep your right.

[@wBlrLive]

I love the paintball gun In the shop, you never know when someone wants to unexpectedly come play a game of paintball

[@dumpsterdivinglife7607]

I really like your ingenuity; but I absolutely love your patience with the non-working tools. You would make Job proud! Keep up the great videos. Jay

[@joshuafaulkner5396]

President of the professional home owners foundation

[@cwalker6138]

You know it’s getting cold when Cody busts out the Filson wool coats. It gives me the fizz. :)

[@wranglerstar]

27° this morning,

[@trentsmith9509]

Meanwhile it was a high of 92 today in my part of Florida…

[@billmers3219]

78 in Western New York

[@new_england_times553]

@@wranglerstar That's a nice warm day over here with the East Coast Guys. All kidding aside, I love your vids and it's nice seeing that I can use a West Coast option as a last resort. I can't wait for you winter vids and where has the drone been.

[@leytonhetland9311]

Ah man.. getting off a cold 12 hour work day, coming home and watching your videos.. nothin better.. keep it up man

[@wranglerstar]

12 hour work day, sounds like me, get some rest,

[@Isaac_5.56x45]

Those 12's are what seperate the boys from the men, good job bud.

[@johnvineyard1509]

I’m a buyer and just bought a 500 gallon diesel tank, used for $1100. I think you got a great deal!

[@andrewsamanthamadison3320]

Went to the Paul Bunyan show last weekend in Ohio. Supposed to be a huge event. NEVER saw anything as COOL as Wranglerstar climbing up his saw horses to get the job done! Keep on keepin on sir!

[@benjaminlechmann2071]

One thing I like about Cody and his channel, is his film quality and how it just keeps getting better and better! Literally makes you feel like you're with him in a shot when he's repairing stuff. Must have taken a lot of time to get those camera angles and everything. Awesome stuff!

[@saferat10K]

I cant wait for colder weather. Ive got a lot of projects that would be made much easier with it not being 90 degrees every day.

[@jeffreyyeater1780]

Boy...no kidding . I really hate hot weather.

[@MJPeddler]

Man your fleet of machines is very impressive! I have a fleet too, I just keep it at the rental yard. :)

[@ShopStuff0416]

Re: moving forks...you could always drive the tracks up on a 4x4 or 6x6 to raise the front end of the machine.

[@BroChacho88]

Couldn’t hide money if he tried lol. I’m just yanking your chain brother! Just an envious east coast guy lol. Keep it up, I’ve been watching the progression since I found you back in 2012 whilst deployed. I low key wish you were my dad.

[@cody6259]

Thats crazy man I was just low key thinking the same. Doesn't get much better

[@ArkansasPilgrim]

That cord shorting reminded me of something similar that happened to me when I was about 10 years old. I learned to cook at a young age because I wanted to make pancakes on Saturday morning before my parents wanted to get out of bed. I used an electric fry pan that had a cord that detached from it. It had the temperature control on it. One time when I plugged it in, the cord shorted where it went into the temperature control, and this white flame shot out of the plastic box. It startled me, but I reached over and pulled the plug out of the wall. Right when I did, some plastic from the control box splattered, and a small bit almost went into my eye. By the grace of God, I blinked (because it made a noise when it splattered), and the little blob of molten plastic burned my upper and lower eyelids right on the edge, but my eye was untouched. Thank you, Jesus!

[@jamesemmanola]

So Jesus saved your eye however he can’t save sick children’s lives.?

[@apracity7672]

@@jamesemmanola Rob one day, regardless of what happened here on earth and to unfortunate people, you'll have to stand face to face with God. If you dont get right with with Christ and seek forgiveness, you will be dead in sins and stand condemned. Fortunately, Christ is not without mercy and extends His grace if you so desire it

[@ArkansasPilgrim]

@@jamesemmanola I thank Jesus for all good things that happen to me. Yeah, bad stuff happens, too, but that's because he gave us all free will. If you want to mad at him for that, go ahead. But then don't complain when someone wants to control your behavior. You can't have it both ways. Well, you can, but then you aren't being intellectually honest.

[@VinnieRed71]

Hey Cody, love the subtle/not subtle placement of your special tool on the tool rack and the folding stock adapter. 👍

[@matthewwilliams6596]

My company makes composite railroad ties. They work great for sleepers/cribbing. We can make pretty much any size.

[@allenpeachy3987]

If you unlatch the slide locks on the skid steer forks, it is possible to slide the back and forth by resting one fork on a block or stump (preferably something stationary) and turn the machine left to move the fork right, left to move it right. This is all done with the forks attached to the machine. It sounds complicated but it is fairly simple. Oh, and make sure the sliders are greased.

[@Afraithe]

The new JCB and Volvo single arm loaders are nice that way, the door is too the side, can always get out.

[@joshuasterling2144]

My grandfather had his own below ground gas reserves in his shop. When I was little I thought that was the coolest thing. Today I still feel impressed.

[@mhans79]

I know It's a small thing, but I love how you always start the video's calling us friends. It makes me feel like I'm really there with you.

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you Mike,

[@mhans79]

@@wranglerstar Thank you as well for all your hard work and sharing your years of skill and life lessons you have learned. God bless you and you family! You are all always in my prayers. We need prayer warriors now more than ever!

[@CainnechK]

Spot on, its a nice touch

[@OFFICIALUND]

Have you been over to Buckin' Billy Ray's channel? It's a little bit stream-of-consciousness, but he'll call you friend about 150 times per video. It is endearing.

[@WalkingPrepper]

Been taking Mr. Cody's "Be a professional homeowner" mentality to heart whenever Im in class, learning electrical wiring

[@ACutAboveKnifeandLeather]

When the forks are low tilt them back and you can adjust while still getting out

[@Isaac_5.56x45]

This video is east coast man approved👍 New Hampshire loves your work Brother Cody!

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you Issac,

[@Isaac_5.56x45]

@@wranglerstar You are very welcome.

[@matthewfilter7586]

Curl the attachment back before you get out makes life alot easier.

[@mataznuiz]

I was wondering why the title sounded so simple but honestly it is the most appropriate title for this sequence of events. Hope you get everything shown here worked out.

[@dmiller226]

First I got a great laugh out of the saw size upgrade when you brought it out intentional or not. Then as I watched what really got me was when I noticed you weren't rock'n the Dancos.

[@Spinonemaster]

I wish someone would invent a new cord stress point system ... and better switches .... went out to make one small cut on the table saw today and it started, groaned, then died ... then couldn't find any of my 3 electrical sniffers to test the line to motor ... lucking the switch went out 2 years ago and I bought 2 replacements (they're cheap) ... popped the other new one in and was back in business, then went in and ordered another one .... Cody I have found the 3M stretchy self sticking tape to work well on temp shoring up of cords (if you do it before the wire gets too stressed) love that 3M stuff ... right up there with lock tight ... BTW, love the Paint job on the tank ... it should help make fueling easier and no humping cans of diesel

[@smoakstogie8438]

Cody, you should incline your diesel tank slightly so water and sludge drops to the rear drain plug. Set the tank away from the wall enough to allow access to that drain so you can occasionally empty and purge the nasty stuff out of your fuel storage.

[@RealitySurvival]

Just like the Gordian knot you just need to cut off the top of the pallet forks back rest... :)

[@slip0n0fall]

When I was shopping for pallet forks for my tractor, I didn't understand what "step through" versions were. I think this situation is exactly what they are intended for.

[@martincolvill5453]

An easy way to move forks: find or place a 2x4 or 4x4 on the ground. Place elbow of fork on it till it lifts up from the channel. Side shift or turn slightly till fork is where you want it. Lift and go!

[@TrustyShellback907]

Your editing of content is truly professional. The multiple view angles is really a pleasure to watch. Keep up the good work brother!

[@jacksimpsonmusic]

Lots of nice editing work here. I enjoy the content. - from a professional homeowner

[@asaprior4452]

I love the cameo of the um cordless hole punch above the bench.

[@amenditman]

That old Skilsaw had paper insulation wiring inside the case. Probably needs rewired from the inside also.

[@bigholli8449]

That dude who Borrowed that chainsaw was shitting bricks when it didn’t start

[@Torthak]

lets be real, how long as that chainsaw been sitting doing nothing sense he get it back? it's not the Friends Fault Wrangler didn't do pre use PM on his own gear. not cool blaming someone else for your failing's.

[@futuremlbplayer10]

@@Torthak You are a tool. You must love to jump around with the conclusions you reach.

[@hernerweisenberg7052]

@@Torthak I never had any good experience from lending out my tools. At best you blame your firends when they fail years later, at worst you get in a fight right away because the damage is obvious and they deny it cause if they could replace em easily, they might not have borrowed them but bought their own. I quit lending tools a long time ago, if they really need something done i go there and do it myself for a small fee or some beer, works way better and everyones happy ;)

[@user-iu2yb7dd3d]

I wound up with two sets of forks for that exact reason. One set from an earlier machine was too tall of a backstop and I couldn't use it basically. The other set was super beefy and had a large round bar the forks were mounted to and the backstop was short and easy to get in and out. Those were always what i picked.

[@parkermehlman8785]

The trouble of the cat skid steers the doors really screw your sometimes with different attachments,but cat skid steers are awesome.

[@kevinchandler46]

Perhaps the best watch ever made on the wrist, very nice!

[@paytonransay8167]

For your implements get an adapter instead of getting all new attatchers

[@OFFICIALUND]

29 degrees there, and my AC kicked on here in Nashville this morning.

[@steves1749]

A true professional homeowner. Has the replacement cord on the shelf 👍🏼

[@delvictor7570]

Excellent video. I’ve recently come across a lot of construction/machinery videos with millions of views that are horribly edited and consist of a majority of filler and fluff. It bothers the heck out of me, I hate having my time wasted. I don’t know who hits the like button on those videos but it ain’t me. This channel’s production quality is as good as I’ve seen. To the point and I feel like you are conscious and grateful of your viewers time and the end product shows. Thank you.

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you, I greatly value my subscribers time and try hard not to waste it,

[@WhiteFlour]

I love the C700’s. I just bought a set this past spring and have gotten a ton of use out of them. The fact they are so compact when folded and so solid set up, perfect for so many things.

[@charlesahon]

Thank you for sharing your learning moments. We can all learn from them.

[@alanbradford3130]

About the Gordian knot...I was removing a bolt out the bottom of my car with an impact gun when I got it stuck between the ground and the car. Simple, I thought, just spin the bolt back in! Except....the bolt was stripped and wouldn't thread back in. My jack....was maxed out and couldn't go any higher. So, I had to dig into my driveway to wedge the impact out. First time EVER I was glad I had a gravel driveway!

[@wranglerstar]

The worst,

[@garrockwaters304]

Old rail road locks had a bail on them for the chain to prevent loss. I wonder if that was the purpose for the chain on your drain valve for a lock to prevent "unauthorized" use.

[@josephfenton7432]

Not sure if it would help or not but they make pallet forks with a cutout to walk through for skid steers could be a plausible option

[@joshmciver1603]

Lift the forks up above the door and tilt down. Make sure your pins are locked in.

[@Catfish4570]

That's one good thing about the kubotas, you can open the door at any position

[@johans7119]

We always picked the best edge of the beam and measured off it on two sides (never 3 or 4) at both ends, then snapped an ink line down the length on those sides as 'datum'. Beams are never square. English Oak frame joinery.

[@quirogan]

"Alexander wasn't the greatest!" --> Loved it!!! Enjoy your Shabbat, you earned it brother!

[@discusboy]

Cody, for long term diesel storage have you considered any additives or stabilizers? I know there's a lot on the market so maybe you've already done the research.

[@ryanv3751]

The fork thing…that’s what the laborers are for. But I think driving the idlers up on a couple small chunks of wood would get you a few more inches if you are on uneven or soft ground.

[@DH-ry2ho]

Paint job on the gas container came out nice! Way to demonstrate patience with all the set backs! Do you like the smaller bench and vise system for working on projects or the older metal bench and larger vise…?

[@wranglerstar]

It depends, I like the maple bench for most projects because its warmer and wont mar whatever I'm working on. The metal bench is needed for fabrication and heavy work,

[@PhilipCockram]

Blessings from North Ontario .

[@thorzyan]

I've really been looking forward to this one.

[@micahharman1493]

Put some flat face couplers onto the tractor as well so you can use the attachments on there as well or make up some adapters. Great work

[@dustinbjorkquist1185]

That is one classy bench vise!

[@dietzl41]

I too have a track loader. I think the most frustrating part is how I need 2 ppl once in a while because I cannot get out of the cab. Luckily my wife loves to operate it.

[@ezerish]

I'm starting to see why the door was missing when you found it.

[@Lorddanielrushton371]

I've stopped expecting people to return stuff in working condition or even returning the stuff at all.

[@tyndaleisrael6058]

p.s. someone told me you can use water to separate out the ethanol from high test gas using a translucent lemon aid dispenser? any tips on that would be mighty appreciated. God bless.

[@DrivingWithJake]

Hahah gotta hate when that happens. Taking something apart then breaks again shortly afterwards. I deal with this testing servers out sometimes. Pop in new ram and something doesn't work right and have to pull it out take it apart etc. Thankfully we have a new office coming next month which will provide us with a nice place to have a better work bench setup.

[@pcgarlick13]

Cody, If you tilt the forks all the way back with the loader arms down you can adjust the width of the forks no problem. Best regards, An east coast guy

[@phantomcharger568]

I had recommended painting the tanks white, but I have to say, they look pretty nice red👍

[@josephkuffer9247]

Cody - if your new toy has side shift you can use a block of wood or something alike to rest one fork at a time and slide over the forks to widen or narrow one at a time without getting out of the seat. Used to do that all the time with out BIG 10' long forks at work.

[@ryanmcdonald9929]

The man is a surgeon with a chainsaw, nicely done.

[@kevinhook6000]

Love everything, God bless your family

[@davidmann3365]

We have a place locally that we get electric motors replaced or repaired. It would be $100-150 but better than replacing saw.

[@dagneytaggart7707]

It is great to have tools that can be repaired, and people who can do the work.

[@richardwalters1803]

Glad to see you have your other tool on your belt

[@dtec30]

make a spot somewhere that you can put a wedge on the ground so all you have to do is drive forward to spread the forks to the extremities

[@jokeal3613]

Those are the big boy Loctites!

[@gregorylashley4985]

Sorry, I have been away for awhile, love your channel and really love your shop!

[@jongouras7040]

you can get walk through forks that have an opening in the middle for skid steers.

[@RadicalPersonalFinance]

Haha! The forks problem is funny! What a great machine you’ve got! Can’t wait to see it in more action!

[@scottybobatv]

That cockpit view from thecat looks like it should be looking out over the death star. "stay on target" use the fizz Cody😅

[@mickmcgurie4180]

Great Video . I wish you took us along with the tank restoration process ! But awesome saw skills !

[@Clda47]

could try fitting the forks then driving the skid steer up onto a block then tilt forward and move forks

[@ElevatorBear]

I enjoy every video but I truly and thoroughly enjoyed this one. Excellent work, keep it up, and God bless.

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you very much!

[@AndrewWisler]

If you weren’t a professional homeowner, you’d have a helper who could adjust the forks while you’re in the cab. I once had to take the tracks off my bobcat loader, and I asked how I was supposed to lift the new tracks onto the idlers, since they weigh like 500# each. I was told, “just use another machine to fork them on there.” Hmm.

[@tomray4139]

What? No gas spill? Nice nozzle.

[@jollyg83]

That’s what I hate about most brands of loaders. The flip up door found on Kubota and Takeuchi are much more versatile.

[@treyhart6861]

I forget what brand it was, but their door slid UP into the cab, allowing you to operate the machine with the door open or closed, and it could be opened or closed at any time, no matter where the arms were.

[@jeffgootjes8418]

That beam saw is awesome. I wouldn’t write it off yet. If it is a worn out motor a good old time electric repair shop could probably rebuild it. Definitely worth it.

[@simong-uk]

@3:03 isn't that cable clamp meant to clamp the cable outer sheath ? the clamp is part of the strain relief, the cable will fail again if you don't fix this . . .

[@kevinyoungers9780]

I always raise the forks high and tip them straight down to slide them, less weight on forks so slide easier, but i dont have front door on skidloader

[@Jtwes]

Can I get you a longer bar for that saw? (Cody’s Answer) There’s not any I’ve already checked. Loved the video 👍👍

[@Dustinsgarage]

The forks issue; That is why i prefer Kubota track skid steers, the door opens like a garage door. However once you get used to having a track skid steer around you’ll wonder how you went without. I think personally a track skid steer is more useful that a excavator.