Building a Simple Workbench For Working On Cars - Workshop Build: Part 1

In this episode, we are not working on cars, but I do parkour while building a nice usable workbench, with quick access to tools and plenty of storage above and underneath. Lots of satisfying tool clicks in this one!
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[@Pana_John]

"Simplicity is key - A guy who works on old german cars

[@epaminontas6972]

"Σιμπλισιτη ις κει - Α γκαι χου ουορκς ον ολντ τζερμαν καρς

[@DP-tl5wz]

🤣

[@Pana_John]

@@epaminontas6972 οφ κορς

[@andreasu.3546]

Try working on NEW German cars...

[@Pana_John]

@@andreasu.3546 Even worse tbh

[@McMaster1500]

Who else want's to see Sreten making parkour videos?

[@BMan100]

Kevins, lemons, Carbon Fibre towels, Hugh Jackmans....the M539 Dictionary is growing.

[@am_jeds]

Don’t forget the software store that sells planks of wood and baskets.

[@BMan100]

@@am_jeds Don't forgot the wires...

[@user-ly4uq1ho4h]

And the smackaroonies :D

[@ReignofStorms]

I like to think this is payback for all of those people that try to say, you need to replace your blinker fluid lol.

[@DCAKAJ]

cocaine tables

[@kubexxx1]

I work at amazon. I handled these exact lights for you. It's crazy coincidence. I handled new lights for my favourite youtuber!

[@ivmilicevic]

LOL at shopping at software store, that's even better than carbon fiber towels :D

[@Noppelius]

don't forget the kevins

[@joaopmf]

I spat my drink all over my keyboard, Sreten you idiot, come clean this!

[@jadalhalabi4106]

Wrong! He should download it and not unload it

[@MrPVilassa]

Or the dipshit

[@AkkuR1992]

Him saying that bothered me more than it should have.

[@FatNFurious]

Sreten: "Was the video fun to you?" Me: *upgrades Patreon subscription.

[@Yo_AB_Breaks]

Same. I subbed at the max tier after his first new shop vid just to help a little to get this thing going. It's damn satisfying seeing a well thought out shop being put together.

[@JS-bf9dw]

Same

[@macman6107]

Good onya mate. If we want more of this great content we do need to help him. I'd much rather pay for this than pay the tv licence.

[@conraborchez]

I wish I could do the same, but in Argentina its WAY to expensive to afford a euro on something D:

[@LakshmananLM]

@@conraborchez Malaysia feels you..

[@titusabele5997]

"Now we need to precisely measure this!" **points finger**

[@TheMelvice]

This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble kzbin.infoUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!

[@canudeiro]

Man, a table construction was entertaining! This channel is a blessing!

[@Ta_nuz]

indeed, indeed.

[@ItsSerialBoX]

He's basically building what we all dream about doing. He's just doing it. I have the house now, I have the garage. Need to get heat into it, then workspace time and a scissor lift!

[@GruntUltra]

James May would've spent half the episode naming his tools!

[@Billy-qh3vp]

“This one’s Geoffrey”

[@fespa]

The only thing good about missing a M539 video is that you get to watch two, back to back. 😄

[@FC-je3qn]

Workshop building , cars restoration…. Consider to do a series of DIY and cooking stuff and you’ll be the only youtuber I’ll need….Bien hecho 💪🏽

[@KevinWambugu123]

Following a journey on your growth in becoming a master in your talent is more fulfilling than just seeing the steps of your good works. The video was truly worth it,Sreten. I love your work,very inspirational. Keep up

[@BruceBoschek]

Great idea and well done. One thing you will wish you had done, however, is put a narrow backboard on the work surface at the wall so nothing can fall down at the back. I speak from experience. Thanks for sharing.

[@M539Restorations]

It's tight fit to the wall but I plan to add a thin wood strip there anyway.

[@BruceBoschek]

@@M539Restorations You won't regret it! Small parts have a magnetic attraction to those narrow slots and finding them on the floor can be disheartening.

[@RedUnit10]

As someone with OCD, your way of sorting everything was magical.

[@charliefox7206]

but a Good OCD

[@musguelha14]

Being organized is not OCD.

[@Yo_AB_Breaks]

"So now I need to precisely measure this..." Points finger and eyballs it. - That's what we say in construction as "Looks good from my house" precision.

[@MachineInput]

A saying ive heard when asked about the tolerances allowed is “within the nearest building site”

[@Yo_AB_Breaks]

@@MachineInput I love it.

[@richt247]

Love the editing, means I dont have to skip past the boring unboxing bits!

[@florinlepadatu5648]

Excelent remark - Sreten worked in IT so I would expect nothing less! Very well pointed @richt247 Excelent edit @Sreten - as always...

[@JoeWolsing]

Hey Sreten I'm a musician and you created some nice rhythm patterns with drilling and screwing. Very cool! I was too quick with answering (cause I was amazed by the sounds), but I have to tell you, none of your vids is boring! They are interesting (even not working on BMW I learn things), satisfying (like the vids of production or craft work that fullfill you with inner peace), and always funny at certain points. Very well done, I always enjoy watching them a lot! Have a good time in your new shop man!

[@readyplayer2]

Ideas for additions to the work bench - mounted power strips to plug in tools (soldering iron, dremel, etc.); paper towel / shop towel roll holder; vise; lamp on arm to direct light where you need it; lighted magnifying glass on arm for detail work on PCBs, gauge clusters, carburetors, etc.

[@TASMAN-1]

I subbed to watch you fix cars, not build benches! This is as helpful as Mike Finnegan offering up bandsaw safety tips to his subs... like they need it.

[@Nothy]

12:29 it's confirmed that M539 likes to cut corners

[@interrol]

“Mui exelente!” Havent heard that one for a while 😃

[@Insane98]

You girlfriend is gonna see this and say: "If you can vacuum your wood, you can vacuum the house!"

[@M539Restorations]

Haha oh yes, that was the first comment. Also, why can't you organize your clothes like that. 😁

[@Insane98]

@@M539Restorations Its all about priorities, a shirt you can miss, but your 10mm..

[@TheScudabear1]

Offer to vacuum the house only if she offers to vacuum your wood 😉

[@unixnerd23]

It really doesn't work that way. The ability to clean workshops and cars to pristine condition doesn't translate to domestic settings.

[@nebojsaterzic01]

Ahahahah 😂

[@thomasseymour4190]

I sincerely believe James May would approve. Well done.

[@J5L5M6]

On the drilling nut and bolt portion, primo masterful editing.

[@Lukaszwojcik691]

I had bit of laugh on that one 😃

[@Nutzername1273]

Musical to say the least :)

[@vincentjoutain7290]

“Do it once, do it right” words to live by! Very inspirational video as always. I would love to fix broken BMWs as well but will live vicariously through your videos for now…keep it up!

[@macman6107]

Measure once cut twice.

[@alistairuysal1858]

Definitely

[@JohnSmith-lk8kt]

@@macman6107 doesn't matter how much I cut off, it is still too short.

[@GetUpFalcon]

Was it boring? Hardly. You are the complete package in front of the camera mate. Best of all is that, in 2021, you come across as a no nonsense down to earth bloke.

[@rares99fm]

OSD people are happy and James May for sure will approve the build. Its perfect!

[@z4rg3n]

GOD how do these videos just keep getting better? That edit at 22:15 was just so intensely satisfying!

[@Rosten]

"was this video fun for you?" Dude, you could read the bible for 45min and it would still be fun. Great content!

[@germansurgtube]

Not boring at all! Extremely entertaining to all of us men (sponsored by fogging oil) who like to repair/clean/build. Already looking forward to the next video Herr Sreten. 👍

[@Z3pticon]

I notice a nice open space by the paper towel rack. Perfect for your 100k subscriber award from youtube ;)

[@DashDrones]

We'd literally watch and listen to you doing anything..😎 So many possibilities, congrats again💪

[@Pvsimjd289]

"Got some wood from the *software* store", gotta love Sreten!

[@derMaggus]

Dude, you can do whatever you like... Even if you consider rolling new carpets at Home. fire up the cam an be simply the guy you are! love it!!!!

[@rodrigo-ry8cs]

I have a dream someday you will have someone from the OG top gear as a special guest!

[@pinky2502]

I like your personality so I enjoyed just hanging out drinking a beer while you did all the work. Don't worry, I drank one for you!

[@davey6024]

This is the best automotive channel on KZbin. And its all down to your amazing presentation skills. You could walk straight into a job at Top Gear and fit right in.

[@mikehewitt6484]

Captain slow would be delighted 😉 Making things workable from the beginning is essential 👍🏻

[@rrs_13]

I'd just add like a 3 or 4 socket, surge protected extension. comes in hand for charging drills, soddering iron, phone charger, and ofc, the quintessential shop radio. :) Everything else is spot on! Loved the build

[@antn537]

That’s a sweet workbench 👌 Plenty of shopping at the ‘software’ store 😉

[@zIceMan00]

Loving the series, I had a terrible day because my car has been rear ended and you've made it a bit better thanks man

[@BruceBoschek]

Sorry to hear that. Hope you can get things sorted.

[@zIceMan00]

​@@BruceBoschek Yeah the insurance company will take care of it. I am a bit gutted because it's the first time that something like this has happened to me. And i wasn't even in the car, it was parked on the side of the street when this girl crashed into it.

[@BruceBoschek]

@@zIceMan00 It is very disheartening to be sure. I guess you just have to be glad you were not in the car and didn't get hurt. I'm almost 80 years old, so I have had lots of these experiences. They are always jarring and upsetting, even after you have experienced a number of them. Best wishes to you.

[@Eleutherarch]

@@BruceBoschek It is nice to see such a supportive comment. Unfortunately, this is not something often observed within my generation. If you have grandchildren, teach them to be encouraging as you have shown yourself to be. Cheers.

[@zIceMan00]

@@BruceBoschek thank you so much for sharing your experience sir.

[@RustyBonnet]

Ok, im 51 and jealous of your workbench :) I dream of similar when we hopefully buy a garage with a house attached next year. Inspiration right there.

[@gusser2121]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who is OCD about how a workshop is arranged. Looks good Sreten!

[@miguelbrito7099]

Damn, even the bench building is entertaining... keep 'em coming!

[@rauln2024]

Parkour!! I still ear the voice of Michael Scott in my head (The office)

[@Bsneaky87]

I'm hype like this is my garage and workbench! Also "Bog Roll" International slang wizard, I'm British and approve the bog roll message!

[@murat12377]

We all have to help Sreten finish his workshop! Greetings from Kyrgyzstan! ☺️💪

[@fenastray]

Nice job, well done. Can't forget to mention the equally superb video editing skills.

[@alexanderkaiser458]

Definitely fun and interesting to watch. It's always helpful to understand your background e.g. how the shop is set up. So ... for me: Definitely time well spent.

[@naz5178]

"Probably should have done this before.." is definitely the most used phrase on any DIY project xD , Shop is looking muy excelente as well Sreten and thank you once again for sharing this journey with us .

[@ChR0nos_7734]

You're one of, if not the only one on youtube whose videos I watch without skipping anything. Even this video of putting together a workbench was entertaining

[@s.a.3840]

I was thinking the same 😂😂😂

[@tomtom2160]

By the way, in recent year, after figuring out Sreten's videos, whenever I search for a house to buy, FIRST thing I do is to go for the garage photos :) If the garage is small (or, God forbid, doesn't exist at all), this house is immediately crossed out of the list!

[@1ocean515]

Really enjoy watching you put your shop together! You have a rare gift for gab, and presenting interesting content! 👍👍

[@miguelnascimento4647]

Nice place. Simple and organize. I like the video..and my wife either!! "You must do something like that in your place". She said..! So, you, your place, must be my inspiration...!!!

[@remusracingro3884]

KZbin , give this man 1 milion euro in advance . Pretty setup.

[@mike52787]

I love the aging wheels inspired editing on the drilling clips, that always has entertained me

[@lordjoeb]

“This is luxury creeper... and then it can become an oil catching device...” 🤣

[@TerrilynndeGuitar]

Nothing more relaxing 😌 than a man with a vacuum cleaner.

[@Mike.098]

Not boring at all. Glad to see you working at the new shop. Pleace take us along with you...

[@darinmbicknell]

"I approve!" - James May

[@THEADZBRADZ]

6:56 I could watch this all day 😂

[@Preditah.]

This episode is James May approved. Keep up the good work.

[@superchargedv8993]

James May is in awe, as his isn’t as good and he gets other people to make it for him. You’re far far better!! 👍

[@andrewwilliston5798]

I enjoyed the thought process that went into the setup, it was fun seeing it come together and it gives us an idea of your preferred work environment. "A place for everything and everything in its place". Thanks for sharing.

[@camarocharger8180]

19:21 Sreten's like "Paint me like one of your French girls"

[@earnestbunbury2103]

Henri Toulouse-Lautrec has entered the chat...

[@tomharrison6762]

I love your sense of humor, and to speak English whilst thinking in German is totally intelligent! 😁

[@MomoxD1969]

"I hope it was't too boring" Hahah you could upload a 40 min video doing nothing and wouldn't be boring. There's something special in your videos💪🏼✌🏻

[@phgu]

"I had an image in my head, and it turned out better than I was expecting"... that never happens to me.

[@EliteRock]

Ahh - a simultaneous caffeine and endorphin hit (sequential new vids from M539 and Home Built by Jeff).

[@felipesecchi5078]

The workstation became very good! Excited to see the neglected BMWs on the new garage!

[@nome5184]

As a person who is struggling with workspace for his projects this is highly satisfying to watch.

[@germann289]

We are witnessing the start of something BIG!! This channel will have millions of subscribers one day and I’m glad I’ve been apart since the beginning

[@initialb123]

Love the editing, can really feel the effort that went in there..

[@UploadingOCD]

"Software store" man, your killing. Very satisfying video, ocd level on minimum for now, so thank you.

[@TomR1200C]

It is a pleasure to show your videos - no matter whether you show us a car or the interior of your workshop. :-)

[@6sali]

I love your editing style :))

[@IvanGriffiths]

Can't get enough of the "Software Store" 😂😂😂😂

[@LC-sx5sh]

This is a departure from the usual videos, but as usual, Sreten has found a way to weave in entertainment and education. Another brilliant and excellent post.

[@chrissutcliffe1865]

"It needs a LITTTTTLE BIT more".....had me in stiches. Its the small things in life :)

[@michaeldavies9257]

I realize that the rich spend less and invest more

[@michaeldavies9257]

Investing in these economic crisis will be one the best thing to do

[@markanthony968]

@@michaeldavies9257 You're right I think Gold and crypto are the best to invest right now

[@annymaxwell7772]

I wanted to trade crypto but got confused by the fluctuation in price

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Another quality video. Thanks Steten Good sturdy bench💪

[@nicolanaccari5383]

The best aluminium unboxing ever!!!😆😆

[@sipos__b]

Loved to see saving that big cardboard box. Those are real treasure to maintain the floor of the workshop.

[@tristanbergh8655]

lemons making a lot of kevins. i love it!😂🤣💜

[@mariusmoldovan5730]

watching others working while you are at work is cool

[@darkwingdork6195]

Well done, sir! I am quite certain James May would approve.👍🤠

[@sataiYT]

Not boring at all. You continue to be the best mechanic channel on KZbin. Cumprimentos de Portugal!

[@crestinventories5921]

Why was this video soooooo enjoyable?? Yes, James May would approve!

[@mariusnenu]

That L322 though, another reason to watch this channel.

[@nasyriqtaib462]

The 1st entertaining video about assembling a work table/bench

[@spaszek195362]

high speed montage of shelf assembling is the most chaotic thing this channel has ever seen

[@9quizz]

Now that's what you call a practical garage corner. Nice job !

[@hardlyworkin3603]

It's beautiful. The perfect work bench. The aluminum top knocks it out of the park.

[@therealdojj]

name dropping james may, winner it's pretty much what i was thinking of doing myself if i ever got the space

[@philiplee7604]

Hi Streten, Who would have thought watching a workbench construction would be so exciting !!…great editing, videography, music, humour and just the whole package of this video came together so perfectly!!

[@seanoturbo]

I literally watch all your videos. Part of the family now 😜

[@huso7796]

I like how you work so disciplined and not taking any shortcuts while you are doing it. Secondly, your editing is not overdone, which is perfect. You are right on point with a good sense of humor. I wish you the best of luck. BTW I would never imagine myself watching a full video of a guy building a workbench, but here I'm.

[@vitaliynackevich]

It wasn't about the BMW, but still fun to watch!!!👍👍👍

[@azizhachimi8744]

Srete! You are a magician and your vids are an authentic bliss & blessing! Keep up the great work!