Veto Pro Pac TECH-XL, Tour and Review

Just a tour of my new Veto Pro Pac TECH-XL And a little review after using it for 2 weeks.

[@blazeeisner9620]

Hey Mike. I'm a HVAC mechanic from SoCal. My first bag was a Tech XL when I stopped using the CLC open bags. It's 4 years old and still going strong. I have since added a Tech MCT , TECH MC, TP4, and an MB2 bag. They all have their distinctive jobs for which I use them for in my trade. Thank you for a great video. Have a safe and great Christmas.

[@nicholasscinta9203]

And that 115⁰ is on the ground.

[@LCFTW93]

Glad to see an update to your toolbag unboxing; if you do get a smaller 'bare-essentials' bag, I'm sure we'd all love to see a video on it too

[@Bubblegoose]

As a secondary bag, take a look at the MB2. I recently got it and I actually moved a few tools out of my main pac into it to live. Things like my meter, a pair of Marvels, a couple of terminal drivers, sharpie and some tape. It hooks onto the side of the Tech pac, as a bit of an extension if you will. So it goes wherever the pac goes, however it's always ready to go when I just need to go meter some stuff, and maybe identify a few cables. Even has room for some specialty leads (like straight banana's, aligator clips etc), as well as a few cheeky bluepoints (blue point connectors) and wagos.

[@vincentgreen5924]

First time I've seen a tool tour were they have a ratchet 👌👌

[@aarronher8446]

I love Veto Pro pac they’re awesome quality top notch bage. I bought a tech pac serving all my needs very well

[@GermanToolReviews]

They make a thinner version of the cobra - The Cobra ES - if you need something even smaller profile than the regular cobra profile. P/N is 87-51-250.

[@MikesToolShed]

+German Tool Reviews I've never seen those. Gotta bust out the catalog.

[@04wkrw]

self adjusting ones are amazing!!! use them everyday never failed me yet

[@claudiobedoya2775]

Mike's Tool Shed whats going on.. Ive enjoyed watching your videos.. i noticed you stopped saying knipex.. the proper way of saying it is K-NEE-PEX... The actual manufacturer company said it in one of their commercials

[@circle4922]

German Tool Reviews, I was going to make the same comment. I want'em. Waiting for a random price drop on amazon or something. :)

[@alexsierra2724]

Slim cobras are nice also

[@Rick_Dunaway]

I agree 100% The Blue/White Klein Strippers are #1 No spring, No lock, No Problem! They run together with the Red/grey 63020 multi-cable cutters. perfect team

[@phillwildman]

Hey you've got your claw hammer right up against the screen on your Fluke. Accident waiting to happen!

[@MikesToolShed]

Phill Wildman already flipped around good sir. thanks for the advice. I noticed that after a couple days

[@JUSTINSTURGILLTRUCKING]

Could you do a tour of your lunchbox

[@TheBrokenLife]

Side question: What do tradesman do with their tool bags when they go lunch? Just leave them where you were working or lug it along with you?

[@LCFTW93]

I would like to hear both these lunch themed questions' answers

[@altvibr]

lock it up in the job box

[@alicewright7341]

Stick it in the van, or padlock it

[@robswrenches9501]

LOL Great request Junkie! I'm guessing Tofu, veggie sticks, and Nutri-Loaf. Almond milk to wash it all down. LOL

[@anthonysmith4600]

Mike....you got balls selling all your stuff....but I like busting your nuts. You got to do more research on what you are going to say before you say it. I am a electrician for 43 years now. I have seen alot, but still learning. You have really good intentions and are really motivated. Keep it up!

[@user-tb5vc4vm6l]

Thanks for the tour. I have Klein backpack - not much storage space there. Think about to by Veto Pro Pac TECH-XL, only price was stopping from by and trying. Thanks you tour, I can see it will work for me.

[@jakeleibold2187]

Great video and nice explanation for tools selected. I am constantly adjusting my tool Carry to maximize efficiency. However, as you reach 50 years old, you start looking at bag weight. Now I’d rather walk back to the truck or box once every three months, then carry it around 8 hours every day.

[@sal8575]

Had the same issue with the handle digging in my side, Turn your shoulder strap around so it clips on the other side of the Handle and it will help break it In so the direction of the Handle is away from you when using the shoulder strap.

[@j444bek]

Great tour

[@jsterinschy4229]

It's a trip to see what others carry with them for their day job.

[@ronh5623]

The Hand & Arm does a good job! 😁

[@samuelw.3992]

The starrett auto center punches are badass. Love mine.

[@samuellinowski1608]

@Mike's Tool Shed - there is now a Klein lineman's plier with both the crimper and fish tape puller - it's also in the journeyman 2000 series which you've mentioned before. Got myself a pair and love 'em!

[@joshsparks1489]

Klein journeyman series lineman’s have the crimped and fish tape puller

[@frankramirez3632]

Subscribed and notified love the channel first video I’ve seen and I like it all the best tools can’t wait to get a pro pac

[@MrRubenrivera9649]

Nice bag and kit

[@Max_Marz]

Get that knipex pliers wrench, the 7 inch has saved my ass so many times

[@markwilmoth1713]

Hey Mike nice bag. I switched to Veto tool bags years ago. I have the XXL ,full size back back,and the meter bag. These bags are tanks . Expensive but worth it

[@NaluRash]

Sweet Bag Man! lol...that was something from Sparky Channel. Anyway, glad your liking your Veto XL. I got the LC but wish I had gone with the XL instead, oh well. Still a very great bag. Take care

[@MikesToolShed]

+Nalu Rash the XL can get pretty damn heavy with all the space. But I like having a lot of tools on hand

[@phillipthompson4331]

Zipper eezdoes wonders for zippers used it on our dry suits in the coast guard. You can find it at marine type stores like west marine. Also isn't that a lot of heft, currently I'm using a Klein backpack and tool belt but it becomes cumbersome to carry all those tools. I need to design a go bag without the weight but versatile to attack various tasks. Maybe a gang box home base with daily carry bag.

[@Connecticutsparky]

I’ve had that bag for four years never knew there was a zippered pocket on the meter side 😂😂

[@shadowops3653]

Kick ass bag! Hope it holds up for a long time! Looking forward to new content from you homie haha

[@MikesToolShed]

+Shadowops365 thanks alot man. The bag seems like it will last a long ass time

[@parkergray4834]

Love your videos man! Keep up the great work!:)

[@PhinAI]

1/4" drive socket set with driver handle (ratchet receiver on top of handle) in small pouch will replace the myriad nut-drivers.

[@calebv3391]

Great video. What is the total weight of the bag with your tools?

[@kurthawes5479]

Hook the glove clip and gloves on the carry handle so they are opposite side of the shoulder strap and it should balance it out. Seems to be working for me so far

[@denisouellet6518]

That's well organized!

[@Mattman9826]

Miss the vids man, hope you’re doing well

[@AssMcBlast]

I didn't know that Wera and Wiha were considered "dollar store" quality.

[@AlexGarcia-vv4ux]

He said for someone who doesn’t know about them that they would think that .

[@colin5789]

Also they have fish tape krimp, lineman’s. The blue handle ones have them. They’re $56 but they’re worth it. They cut lines like 10 wire

[@MidwestToolReview]

That bag is really cool. Wish I had a reason to purchase one.

[@15buckeye15]

Hey Mike, can you give an updated video of how your VPP Tech XL is now. I know its been about 6 months since you published this video and I thought it would be interesting what has changed and how you have made better use of space in the bag. Thanks and keep up the great videos.

[@jetson-7]

Just a heads up. Loving the bag and tools, but the adjustable spanner is letting it down. By far the best on the market are Bacho. Get a pair, you will never look back. 👍

[@rmiller6483]

Mike, awesome video as always but you're missing your cold IPA brew and I did not see your new Bondhus hex key that you place in a socket lol.. Have a safe week man...

[@MikesToolShed]

+R Miller drinking during a live stream is the only constant. I drink coffee or water when I'm not drinking beer

[@Bill.L.Carroll]

Looked and sounded as though you flat lined your phone when trying to show us your pen tester... Great review man, that bag sure holds a lot, and seems to be pretty durable.

[@MikesToolShed]

+Bill Carroll yeah, she didn't like that, but it's an S7 active. Pretty God damn durable phone. Believe me, I've tested it

[@feboober]

One thing I hate about the Wera screwdrivers is there's no hole in the end of the handle to stick another screwdriver in and turn it, for that extra leverage. That's what made me just go for the stanley fatmax ones. I must say I do like them, surprisingly strong tip for a cheap enough screwdriver. I might try pick up some halfords advanced ones when they're on sale though and give them a bash too.

[@Tooligan2021helloyouTooligans]

Great video 👍

[@1pcfred]

You should take one thing out of your bag a day to lighten it up. Throw the stuff into your old bag and leave it in your car, in case you really need it. I think you'll find that you really don't though. Two pairs of linesmans. Skip that! Toss that non-contact voltage detector too. It's crap.

[@TheBrokenLife]

I like the non-contact as a precursor to using a real meter. I never fully trust an "off" reading with them, but I do trust every hot. They're nice when you're trying to figure out what circuit to kill or where a switch goes. Then you can pull a plate and double check with your real meter.

[@1pcfred]

+Maxwelhse I guess. Some NCVs sensors work. They all would benefit from adjustable sensitivity. You're probably better off with a fox and hound tick tracer though.

[@TheBrokenLife]

The tick tracers that I'm familiar with require direct contact to an energized circuit, which is sorta what we're trying to avoid until we get close to where we want to go. The non-contact style of those absolutely eat shit. I've tried 3-4 different ones and they're all junk (the kind where you plug a dongle into a circuit and then go down the box with a non-contact probe). My NCVs all do have a sensitivity adjustment, which I agree is handy. You just have to make sure you don't knock it out of whack.

[@1pcfred]

+Maxwelhse Tick tracers are pretty simple devices. I suppose in this day and age a better one could be made? But with everyone shaving in the name of higher profits I can well imagine why it isn't so.

[@Feldspar__]

Yeah, I had the Milwaukee ticker for a couple of weeks and it broke. Had a Greenlee for years that still works. Upgrading to Fluke.

[@lowvoltageghost888]

Loved the mini fish tape!!

[@colemayes443]

The blue and black Klein 2000 journeymans linesmans plier has the crumpet and the tape puller

[@j444bek]

Great tour

[@p.dookiesalmon6730]

Next could you a tour of your house? Fridge, bathroom etc

[@nathoniel01]

haha love the mini fish tape for doing really small jobs!

[@dannybruff]

Ive had mine ten years now.

[@fistfulofeuros5852]

Hey mike i am interested in becoming an electrician and i was reall y hoping you could put up a video of what you do on the job because as i said im really interested

[@phantomego123]

You can use chapstick to lube the zippers if you can't get ahold of the elevator shaft lube. Of course lube won't help if it is getting snagged on the inner zipper lining.

[@rudyposadas]

Damn bag is worth more than everything inside of it

[@Apinp18]

You’ll be surprised how quickly stuff adds up

[@darianackerman9100]

Klein Multi-stubby is well worth the money! Very low profile and sill able to deliver lots of torque with the comfort grips!

[@MikesToolShed]

+Darian Ackerman yeah. I need that little guy

[@peterthomas6814]

I'm partial to this stubby multi bit... www.amazon.com/Picquic-Stubby-Multi-bit-Screwdriver-Colors/dp/B0018J0Y44

[@uzo992]

I got 1 question: when you go to lunch for 45 mins to an hour, where do you put your bag? That looks like about $500.00 worth of stuff.

[@drainmonkeys385]

I’m gonna get one of those bags,, I just wish Milwaukee made one just like it that can mount on their pro pack storage system.... their bag is nice but not as nice

[@enjay8950]

How come so many people dont use insulated screwdrivers? What am i missing?

[@jezza8194]

Uninsulated screwdrivers are easier to find and usually the brands that use uninsulated are better tools in ergonomics and weight. I personally use both I have a set of insulated screwdrivers and a set of uninsulated screwdrivers. It’s basically ease of finding in my case

[@jezza8194]

Not using insulating screwdrivers make people be more cautious maybe. But I personally don’t know.

[@TheElectriciansToolChannel]

Mike, your tool bag looks very organized, is it as heavy as it looks ? I filled my VETO PRO XL almost exactly the way you have your bag setup, because I'm an electrician also. And my bag fill as if I'm carrying a bag of bricks sometimes. The strap helps out a little, with that being said I love my Veto Pro. Have you gotten used to the weight of your new bag yet ?

[@jeffmassey4860]

Also curious how heavy...I carry about 30 lbs in a crappy Husky open top which likes to tip over.

[@MikesToolShed]

+Jeff Massey this weighs in at about 42 lbs fully loaded. But I'm not always gonna have it set up with this much shit. Still pretty manageable as heavy as it is

[@TheBrokenLife]

Ever think about having a sail maker or leathersmith set you up with some back pack straps that you can just clip on to a bag like that? 40lbs on your shoulder sucks, but 40lbs on your back isn't so bad. You get some high quality straps made and you'll have them for years to come.

[@CrossKeysCrawlers]

ooo yea i just picked up a klein extended reach 6in1 . lookin forward to puttin it in service in the morning

[@the2Atreeclimber]

MIKE!!!! WHERE DID YOU GET THE FISHTAPE KEYCHAIN??? 😍

[@stevejobsmichel6253]

AWESOME MIKE, LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@danohstoolbox]

Channel locks are not pump pliers Pump pliers do not have groves Nice set up through I have a husky bag I have to set up

[@Feldspar__]

That reamer handle is dope. Signature tool.

[@MikesToolShed]

shivers515 lol. Thanks. Everytime someone I work with sees it they say, "you still haven't gotten a new reamer" nope. I actually like it like that

[@frederickvanpelt6393]

Good review, helps when the reviewer works with the tools. Have you reviewed the Veto OT MC?

[@phillipthompson4331]

Hey Mike ditch that China freight center punch! I'm really digging this spring center punch picked up off amazon puts marks in hardened steel beams

[@jamiwalker9730]

How can anyone dislike any of these videos, jealously maybe? I'm jealous of all your tools but love the videos. Lol BTW I'm an apprentice electrician and also this is my wives account lol.

[@circle4922]

What would you say are the main advantages of a tool bag, like this one or this "style", over a tool box? I had my mind made up on a tool backpack because I hate having to carry 30+Lbs(?) on one side of my body. It's super annoying and uncomfortable. EDIT: Oh, ps: Where the hell is your impact/drill and battery(ies)? Don't need that at all? Thanks.

[@lindhardt6264]

I'd love to know how much it weighs!

[@BEARDEDYAKIN]

Digging that new tool bag bro fucking thing is sweet..

[@MikesToolShed]

+BEARDED YAKIN I'd call a brick shit house of a tool bag. I loge it

[@BEARDEDYAKIN]

Mike's Tool Shed.. good shit bro glad your enjoying it

[@NorseRanger]

Great video! Keep up the good work.

[@MikesToolShed]

+NorseRanger God damn. Thank you man, been getting a lot of shit heads in the comments recently. I appreciate the good ones

[@AequitasSaints]

Hey, liking the channel. I just did my electrical apprenticeship interview last week. I received a 90.5 on it. I also got a 6 on the aptitude test. Is this good or should I not hold my breath on it?

[@jaredwaters4633]

Mike, You mentioned the "pen tester" as something you wouldn't trust your life to. I've come to the same conclusion, even with a rather expensive Klein version ($25) they sometimes show a reading despite knowing the power is off to a specific box. My question is have you ever done a "how-to video" on how to test a wire to see if it's hot or not with a meter? (For those electrical noobs like myself). I'd be interested in such a tutorial. Or any other "electrical tips for beginners." I really enjoy your channel :)

[@MikesToolShed]

+Jared Waters I am working on a meter basics video. It's just Turing about to be more difficult than I thought. Keep an eye out for that

[@jaredwaters4633]

Thanks! Do you have a recommendation on a decent meter for a novice to get? A few years back I bought a Cheap Lowe's Southwire combo kit and never opened it until recently. Then after listening to some of your comments I've come to the conclusion: Why did I buy cheap junk when dealing with electricity? Any advice would be appreciated.

[@mathsterk]

The "pen tester" is only good for showing that there is voltage, not at showing that there isn't voltage. They also tend to be semi-reliable at best.

[@jaredwaters4633]

So are you saying you shouldn't use one to check to see if you turned off the right breaker? I thought that's what those were for?

[@TheBrokenLife]

Jared Waters The way I treat those things to to always trust a positive and never trust a negative until I confirm it with a meter. So.. If it says it's hot, I believe it. If it say's it's not, I don't. They can be handy for identifying circuits (like flipping a switch or a breaker on and off should be repeatable and the hot stick should follow suit), but you shouldn't be trusting your life to one. I've also had them work great for weeks on end and then suddenly quit working. They're disposable IMO.

[@starobinful]

Thanks Which gloves are these grey mechanical gloves ? Thanks

[@Letsrideht8806]

Like #200 keep up the good vids!!!

[@b-2466]

I'd love that bag too if it was free 😂. Try the tech mct if you get a smaller bag

[@TheBrokenLife]

Good to see the new Sprangdanglers in the kit, Dickbeater! ;)

[@JUSTINSTURGILLTRUCKING]

Mike do you have to boil like your drill bits in most of your tools or what does your company to supply you with

[@melissareed8927]

Hi junkie

[@JUSTINSTURGILLTRUCKING]

Melissa Reed hi back Melissa

[@anthonysmith4600]

You need a sky hook for your bag.....and what about the wire stretcher?

[@United-Til-I-Die]

Knipex...... best grips on the planet them 👌

[@markrobbins9656]

Where can I buy that glove clip? I want a good pair, not cheap crap.

[@jamesyarbrough4777]

Hey how has the bag held up over time? is the zipper ok?

[@124773able]

Mike how did you invent that pipe reamer?

[@ivanleonardo8394]

Hey Mike! I'm 30 years old and I'm working on the IT field. Have I any chance to become electrician even with some gym training? The daily work is a bit tuff, right? Thanks mate.

[@TheKingsofcombat]

where did you get the glove clips?

[@josephlabranch6595]

Shouldn't need the fish tape puller if the conduit is installed right.

[@jamielaurenson9428]

Milwaukee tape measures blow goats. You should do a tape comparison and review.

[@MikesToolShed]

+Jamie Laurenson well they've been the longest lasting tapes ice ever had. One is going on 3 years of abuse

[@Speed04GT]

Really enjoyed the bag tour Mike. Check out Olfa for a really high quality utility knife. I pick up one from lowes for around $8.00 and love it.

[@MikesToolShed]

+Speed04GT thanks man. You're the second person that's said that. I'm gonna look em IP now

[@danohstoolbox]

It looks like a good bag

[@markozsky]

Thanks mike.u inspire me a lot👍

[@ellobo8593]

Off the subject, how's the Milwaukee drywall saw? I almost pulled the trigger on that guy this weekend but the dewalt was made in France vs Milwaukee-Taiwan and klien-China.

[@TheBrokenLife]

You might laugh, but I just use an old steak knife. Every drywall saw I've ever used the teeth are way too aggressive so they're hard to use and they end up making shitty cuts. Anything over 1/2" with one is pure torture... Either that or I don't know what the hell I'm doing...?

[@nicholasrandle6412]

Don't get the Dewalt folding jabsaw and rasp it band when cut old plaster boards. P's Stanley and Dewalt are the same company.

[@MikesToolShed]

+Maxwelhse I've actually seen people use a steak knife. Never personally tried it. But the older guys seem to like it

[@TheBrokenLife]

+Mike's Tool Shed They're WAY easier on your hands and forearms and I feel they're easier to control too. The one I use is generally drywall saw size, but just steak knife teeth. It's also a full tang handle. The only down side is they're harder to start. I normally just pop a big hole with a unibit and then saw from there. The unibit doesn't seem to bother wires any the way a rotozip would, but your company or inspector may freak out if they see power tools going into drywall. As an amateur, that's not really a problem I have but I've heard stories from other pros. Most of the guys I've worked with are heavy commercial (factory electricians) and wouldn't go back to residential for any amount of money. haha So... anyhow... before you buy a $10+ drywall saw, hit the Goodwill for $2 of steak knives and see if one suits you better.

[@the2Atreeclimber]

@@TheBrokenLife use a grinder to make your steak Knife pointy but make sure it's a Grind from the back side so you don't hit the teeth

[@hamsanvich]

What do you use to crimp insul terminals?

[@mingliao4312]

WOW!

[@HardKnocksForge]

My favorite strippers work at Babydolls in Topeka...

[@IndustrialMaintenance]

its a nicer one than the outhouse in lawrence hah

[@HardKnocksForge]

Josh's Industrial Maintenance I’ve never been to the outhouse. I’ve heard it’s a $30 cover but it’s a BYOB joint also. One of these days I’ll hit it up...

[@tfoster32]

How heavy is that bag?

[@Lewdacris916]

i think he said in another video around 50-60lbs

[@c.voisine1947]

How long does a bag last you?

[@CrossKeysCrawlers]

good video ya chubacabra lol keep up the good vids

[@carlosfrancofeliciano6160]

How much does it weighs ?

[@ViolentKisses87]

I made a game of it, every time the camera fell over I fell over in bed.

[@Johnfanclub]

What do you use for a drill since you only carry an impact. Just curious

[@ejzera8188]

The outlets switches panel covers and the like quake as he walks by

[@josephlabranch6595]

Get yourself some combination squares, work way better than the framing/speedsquare got a level in the handle.

[@ivanl1050]

Is it waterproof?

[@rickriggins195]

Bottom line, which bag do you really like?? Open mouth husky or veto???