One other trick on tall vehicles, put them on the lift, pull the wheels/tires and set it down GENTLY so it hovers just off the ground. 100% agree on the eyes and ears. Have issues with both from working in this industry. The best tip - Retire early and let someone else work for you.....
@MalindoWe2 жыл бұрын
well, good luck finding that someone who knows what they're doing and doesn't send your shop bankrupt
@wreckitsaj5 жыл бұрын
Thank you !!! I've been saying this for years. Being over six feet tall , I'm not bending myself in half to work on a car. I always lift vehicles to a comfortable height .
@jacksonsteenbergh81223 жыл бұрын
I wish I had that problem 😂
@13FRAMER5 жыл бұрын
I been having issue with my wife. she's not happy about the ear protection. She doesn't agree that it's good protection for the ears. She always tell me to take it off. I only use it when she's talking to me.
@zoticus15 жыл бұрын
Gold lol
@oil12523 жыл бұрын
Lmao good job
@eliezerramosjr10173 жыл бұрын
🤣 🤣
@jcgoodwrench035 жыл бұрын
Go to the gym 2-3 times a week and stretch your lower back and do good quality back exercises. Worked for me all my back pain is gone. Your problem is not back pain its back weakness in most cases
@I_Died_2_Weeks_Ago Жыл бұрын
Mckenzie back exercises are a game changer for lower back issues
@terryharvey48114 жыл бұрын
Top side creeper saves your back plus freeing both hands for working instead of having to use one to balance yourself. Also a under dash creeper is great especially on cars with raised door sills. wish I had them 40 years ago. Bought my first knee pads to keep my knees dry when setting lift on rainy days, got to like them, had a pair on each side of my lift. I like the flat style pads over the round ones and with velcro they are fast on and off. At 70 now, I do as much work as possible from my rolling seat. Young guys need to heed our advice and make it easier on themselves so they will last longer.
@505fastlife62 жыл бұрын
I give you a salute sir if your still wrenching on cars at 70 years old everyday.
@shiftwrenchrepeat5 жыл бұрын
As a young tech, I think the biggest ones here are hydration and QUALITY FOOTWEAR. I had to get customs insoles for a collapsed arch and believe me good boots are a MUST! Great video
@adamsavage41555 жыл бұрын
Yea dude. Some people brag about their boots lasting 3 and 4 years. Scre that, I use our yearly boot allowance and get new ones every year.
@meabob5 жыл бұрын
I'd like to add one. I see a lot of techs breaking bolts and nuts loose by striking the wrench with the palm of their hands. This is fine for smaller fasteners but for rusted or larger ones that require a lot of force to break loose use a hammer instead. I tell many of the younger guys that in 30 years their hands are going to hurt like mine because I use to beat the heck out of them when I was young and tough like them. It takes a few more seconds but it's worth it.
@505fastlife62 жыл бұрын
Breaking nuts loose with a hammer is a must for alignments went adjusting toe lol. Ask me how I know lol.
@montestu55025 жыл бұрын
You should really drink water not those chemical concoctions like Coke Zero. Those fake sweeteners really mess with your body. - concerned viewer
@Questchaun5 жыл бұрын
No. They don't.
@Jordan-ym5gf5 жыл бұрын
If he drank more water instead of Coke zero it would taste better. Those sweeteners do mess with your body pretty bad.
@eliezerramosjr10173 жыл бұрын
Oh they do like stones and possible cholesterol and/or diabetes. I know cuz I see my family and friends went thru it.
@rcbasher1015 жыл бұрын
Drink a 50/50 mix of water and gatoraid! Still tastes okay and is much better for you! It's what athletes do.
@colemanbonner3 жыл бұрын
Just get the tub of Gatorade powder mix, and make it weak
@2secondslater5 жыл бұрын
HAVING THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE JOB! I see so many people struggle and get into situations where they are stressing their body and having accidents or injuries because they don't want to spend money and try to make do with incorrect or inferior tools, it is a double whammy of the job taking longer than it should and also hazards.
@rontiemens25535 жыл бұрын
Even as a DIYer I always learn something valuable from your videos, and this one is certainly no exception!
@awilson56365 жыл бұрын
Another benefit of a kneeling pad is that you don't have to kneel in a puddle from when it's raining or snowing outside and the vehicle is dripping on your floor.
@OzMechanics5 жыл бұрын
I drink a couple of dos XX to keep hydrated
@nate8515 жыл бұрын
Oz Mechanics Murica
@flatratemaster5 жыл бұрын
🤪🤣🤣🍻
@zmotorsports625 жыл бұрын
Good video on PPE and the trade in general. I’ve been wrenching professionally for 30 years now and Safety is something I’ve always taken seriously. From eye protection to hearing protection you must think about your later years. I’m 50 now and starting to feel it but I know younger guys who failed to heed this message that are feeling it much more than I am. The one thing I don’t get though is the latex gloves for every job. Granted I use them for very dirty jobs such as brakes, suspension or clutch work and have gauntlet style gloves in my solvent tank to keep chemicals at bay but for most day to day jobs like plugging in the scanner and removing upper ductwork to get to a sensor or something, I simply don’t understand the whole latex glove thing. I have coworkers that put gloves on as soon as they clock in before they even open their toolbox and it seems a bit excessive to me. Personally I hate the sweaty and clammy feeling while wearing them. If people don’t want to get dirty this is the wrong trade. Like your videos. Mike
@midwestapprentice19042 жыл бұрын
Hey man I don't mind getting dirty but I just like making it easy to clean up
@christopherkassner88945 жыл бұрын
Water is what I drink. And a lot of it. I need to get a top creeper. Getting way to old to climb up into engine bays.
@BuggysTowJam5 жыл бұрын
Just got my topside creeper and love it!
@Hipsters_N_Hippies5 жыл бұрын
Did anyone else catch how the Audi had him bent over? They usually do that to you. Especially as they age. So try to avoid that. Then the Chevy had him on his knees just trying to climb Inside her. (Which sounds Typical) He was VERY correct. About Knees, backs, ears, and eyes. And yes hydration. I have to admit that I've personally not seen a topside creeper before this video. I am now interested though.
@brianmason14145 жыл бұрын
Top side creepers are awesome! Never saw one much Lee's heard if it myself until my current employer. Always use it, especially on truck! You can also lift a car off the ground and use the creeper to be more comfortable and in less pain at EOD.
@87FoRunner5 жыл бұрын
Please have a video on lifting heavier tire/wheels on to vehicles. Even on light duty trucks I use pry bars like on big rigs.
@billbeckett10215 жыл бұрын
I have had my share of aches pains and injuries. My biggest issue now is breathing. Very important to protect your lungs. Welding fumes, aresols, and especially paints using hardners have been kicking my but for years. Every little bit of exposure will eventually add up.Protect your body!! You can thank me later.
@draves89535 жыл бұрын
I actually have a pillow I use when I lean on the radiator mount. My old mentor taught me, always be the most comfortable you can given the job, or else you’ll brake yourself, and you can’t make money broken.
@ranct18155 жыл бұрын
I agree, I had job where I showed up with knee pads and a back belt of course I was made fun of by the rest of the guys but at end of the day I was only one not complaining of body aches... 👨🔧 🤣🤣🤣
@ojomominott45875 жыл бұрын
RANCT1 Your health is most important! 20-40 yrs from now you will NOT be walking with a cane, have arthritis, not have shards in your eye since you wore safety glasses, not have knee or back/posture problems, etc. since you chose and decided to work(ed) safely. Let them laugh. You will have the last laugh. Same things I do. Always wear safety equipment.
@garyharms2765 жыл бұрын
Great tips mike , just 1 to add from my 30 some years in a shop , at 50 + now I did my body a favor and dropped 20 pounds , I couldn't believe the difference. I am still a big guy but at the end of a long week I hurt much less
@TheMechanicj5 жыл бұрын
Well after realizing the flm is just as fat as me from this video I eat like 1500 calories a day in 6 ft 4 however the 1500 calories in wiskey and beer a day might be doing me in
@garyharms2765 жыл бұрын
@@TheMechanicj I hear ya , I live in the beautiful pacific north west and great craft beer is just part of the lifestyle ...and oh my god I love good whiskey and rum
@Jursaw5 жыл бұрын
Crazy that only 2 years in the business and I know exactly what you are talking about. I try to be as safe as I can be but I know sometimes we try to be fast and forget certain safety gear.
@kyle_throws_tools5 жыл бұрын
Agree with pretty much everything here. Been wrenching since getting out of trade school at 21, now going on 29. I've messed my back up so bad I couldn't stand up straight for 3 days. I've found police patrol style boots to be the most comfortable. Lightweight and meant for walking. It's hard to get into the habit, but going to the gym early in the morning will usually put me in a good mood for work. Keeps me healthy. I also keep a mini-fridge full of lime sparkling waters. No sugar. It can be hard to give up soda, but they really are garbage for your body. What I've recently realized is most important though? Invest heavily into a 401k while young. At least to an employer match. I've met too many bitter and sore techs that are in their 60s, who don't want to work but have to.
@29auto305 жыл бұрын
A good supplement to take if you have joint or back pain is Glucosamine,it works.
@jasonpaddock35805 жыл бұрын
Great topic! It’s twice as important to drink plenty of water during the winter, especially living in the northern states. Water in our body is just like antifreeze in an engine. Drinks like Gatorade only work when paired with plenty of water. What happens to the cooling system in an engine if you add 100% antifreeze? The same thing will happen inside our built in cooling system.
@harveysmith1005 жыл бұрын
Very good advice. Guys will cut corners to do it quicker but they are slowly damaging their back. If you damage your back all the time you saved early in life will be eaten up and x10 will an aching back. It slows you down so much.
@shawnz2415 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice! We were just taking about how being a mechanic really racks the miles up on your body.
@wysetech20005 жыл бұрын
Great info, Mike. I have problems with my neck and shoulders from looking up and pulling hard on wrenches etc. After almost 50 years in the trade i'm going to have surgery on my shoulders soon. I know i will have to retire after that.
@skonyc31645 жыл бұрын
One of my best investments was my Red wing boots and quality insoles. I replace my insoles as soon as I feel them wearing out usually every month or 2.
@richsmith78215 жыл бұрын
get two pair and alternate everyday like runners do, they will last alot longer
@TheHDPerspective5 жыл бұрын
Rubber floor mat in front of your toolbox makes a difference on your joints. In the HD world I use the overhead crane to lift as much as possible. Even if I could lift it.
@Lowcoupe Жыл бұрын
Cant stress safety glasses enough. As someone that turned rotors daily without them, it never happened. But one day, it caught me just right and I missed 3 days of work and had the worst few weeks of my life. Had my right eye sanded down, rust removed, and had to wear an eye patch for 2 weeks. If you're reading this, just take it as a sign to wear them from this point on. It's not if you'll get something in your eye, its when and luckily I can see perfect still. You might not be that lucky.
@nitrous07me5 жыл бұрын
I have a used bottom seat foam that I lay on. Like on that chevy Tahoe you were on top of, It works perfect
@RobertCiampa91125 жыл бұрын
Please remember to take care of your BACK. Posture/Lifting properly/Get help lifting etc. Don't be like me 40+ years in the service industry,. Ya I "Threw out" my back every once in a while,pain for 3 or four days,no big deal. Now in my 50's I am paying for it with sciatic nerve pain. Believe me if you haven't had this you do not want it.
@ninjamigs17665 жыл бұрын
Felt that pain on a deadlift, working out... out for 2 weeks. And it was boring and miserable... now I work on cars and I have taken HEED
@danielwhitehead95875 жыл бұрын
Good tips indeed FRM, the knee pad is very important, I've had one since I started, use it for setting up vehicles and even when doing certain under dash jobs
@mxpants48842 жыл бұрын
I'm just starting out, and I realize this is an older video, but hopefully you'll see it. Hats. If you're in the rust belt you probably wear one to avoid the dandruff, but after watching a classmate nearly knock himself out (and hurting my head a few times as well) I discovered that you can buy something that looks like a baseball cap, has more airflow than one, and comes with an insert so that if you do bonk your noggin? The hat moves and deflects most of the force. This is probably something folks train themselves to avoid eventually, and I'm sure it helps if you're working on your own lift. But as the new guy in a full shop? I'm running all over the place, and this thing saved me a ton of headaches (and embarrassment) already. Plus I was able to secure my fancy head-mounted flashlight to them so it doesn't fall off my head or get thrown across the floor like everybody else's. (I have a second one for when the first is charging) I'm not going to add a specific Amazon link but the thing is called a bump cap.
@nathanlockman15545 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your honest down to earth wisdom on the automotive industry. As an independent tech I really appreciate your advice with years in the industry. So many guys need this advice!
@Discretesignals4 жыл бұрын
Go to harbor freight and get one of those knee boards on wheels. You can spot cars quick with it and only have to go down and back up once.
@WatchWesWork5 жыл бұрын
One of the "ah ha" moments I had from watching KZbin was watching a Ford dealer mechanic called FLMMAZ. He works on a lot of super duty trucks. When he works under the hood he picks up the front with the lift, removes the front wheels, and lowers it down until the rims almost touch the ground. Boom! Now it's at a comfy height! Another thing is to maintain a healthy weight. You don't see a lot of really heavy mechanics, it's just too labor intensive to get really fat. But, when I worked in industry, we had a lot of big boys. They were always looking for these unicorn work boots that would keep their feet from hurting. They never seemed to consider losing 50 lbs...
@94gtcoupe635 жыл бұрын
Coffee, 24/7/365, bro. It's got water in it 🤷♂️😅
@colemanbonner3 жыл бұрын
In the Georgia summer heat down here, I love the Arizona RX energy (green tea) drinks, and they’re 2/$1 at the Walgreens next door. Drink one, then refill the bottle at least twice with water before the next one. Two or three of that routine gets me through a 12 hour Saturday
@mowgli2071 Жыл бұрын
I work in a rotary cast house making ~1800lb aluminum sow ingots. Hyponatremia is a thing if you sweat all day (or night, depending on your shift) and you only drink plain water. People say they get cramps first then nausea, but I got nausea first, then cramps when I had it.
@BobbyCulpepper.srv3fender5 жыл бұрын
My back doesnt bother me too bad if i stay away from heavy tires, my knees really worry me. Also i might add there is a right time to wear safety glasses. Wish there was something to do about contorting your body under dashes. Also i try to keep half water bottles half powerade(cheaper than Gatorade) water is good but in texas you need electrolytes
@terryharvey48114 жыл бұрын
spend 100 bucks and get an under dash creeper. great for under dash work especially on cars with raised door sills. lets you lay flat on a padded bench while working plus you can take a nap after lunch.
@BobbyCulpepper.srv3fender4 жыл бұрын
@@terryharvey4811 i thought about those, but seems like youd have the body of a ten year old girl to fit you and the creeper in there
@PaulysAuto5 жыл бұрын
Excellent video and advice Mike. "Sponsorships available" 👍🤣🤣🤣
@Hipsters_N_Hippies5 жыл бұрын
Warning: this comment turned out longer than I thought it would! How about a video on rolling seats. Some of them these days have drawers in them. I've even seen one at harbor freight with drawers and flip down side trays. (That's what I've got, just swapped out for larger wheels) That way with one of those you can almost altogether avoid kneeling next to a car. As well as relive some backpain wile standing underneath a lifted vehicle looking up. As wheel as no having to lift the vehicle very high at all. Personally in my chairs drawers. I keep brake service tools, Lug nut sockets, deadblow screwdriver, small needle nose channel locks with rubber hose over the tips, and an air pressure gauge. In the bottom 2 drawers. However other than my safety shades, I tend to leave the top drawer open on my chair. Just to lay smaller parts or pieces in or I can throw my ratchets in there quickly. And then I have a large magnetic tray on either side for laying down lugnuts, bolts, and sockets. Then I attached one of the large magnetic strip across the back. It can hold my ratchet, breakerbar, a can of PB blaster or my prybar for a minute or two. But then when its not in use I can just wheel it over to my toolbox or service cart. Then use that big ole magnetic strip to keep it firmly attached to the side box. So it doesn't get any funny ideas to roll away on me. Also, if you didn't cover it already. Roller carts Or a smaller 22" bayside toolboxs. For the most used tools. And hell why not cover the use of large magnetic trays for sockets and/or nuts , bolts and screws. Just so you know you dont lose tools. Or parts of the customer's car. Lol "where the hell did I just put that bolt?" I've even put magnet strips on my lift arms to hang the tools and sockets on for a few minutes wile on a project. And I've also put a small cheap round magnet tray on each post for lugnuts. I guess what I'm getting at is just time saving tips. That's just some of mine. Sorry I dragged this out so much. But hey. Knowledge not shared is wasted, right?
@welddoctordoc79902 жыл бұрын
Long sleeve shirts saves on the cuts burns and scratches also good lighting reduces eye strain
@mrmurdx89564 жыл бұрын
Also when rotating heavy bulky tires on trucks always ask for help in rotating those tires it will save your back and make it that much easier.
@GearHeadsGarageChannel5 жыл бұрын
Great video and advice FRM! Its so easy to be lazy and get focused on work and not take care of yourself!
@markmccormack17967 ай бұрын
Top side creeper is the bomb. The human back muscles and vertebra did not evolve to do repetitive, straining work like being bent over the engine of a car. The human body evolved in ways to help humans survive. The muscles and spine evolved so we could walk upright, enabling us to walk for long distances.
@elioselectric4685 жыл бұрын
Threw my back out when I was 35 being stupid lifting too much weight at an awkward position. If your in the trades, it will happen so be ready. Worst, unbelievable pain in my life, couldn't walk or move right for almost 2 months. Literally groaning in pain, you realize you're not young anymore only ONCE. It really was horrible considering I worked through half that pain climbing 10 foot ladders. Like I said, not in my 20s anymore.
@2secondslater5 жыл бұрын
6'5" and I won't work under a bonnet if the car is still sitting on its wheels, also have a wheel dolly for removing and replacing wheels.
@willefixit5 жыл бұрын
@Don Quixote lift to short.
@ronfox89055 жыл бұрын
Water with the sugar free flavored singles, for those like us who dont like straight water all the time
@kkovler15 жыл бұрын
You forgot one important point to "save your body", probably the most difficult one, "weight control", don't be overweight!
@rock9620003 жыл бұрын
Used to be me, stopped drinking energy drinks. Now I just have a small coffee in the morning (our dealership fortunately has a Starbucks machine), got some Dr Scholl's insoles in my Altama OTB Maritime shoes. Pack my own lunches
@frankmuhammad96605 жыл бұрын
Oh boy!! I wish I had gotten this advise 30 years ago!!! Keep up the good work!!! I must admit, I am a little hard headed....
@christopherelrod87884 жыл бұрын
I've been drinking Gatorade alot this summer. Get it by the gallon jugs🤣 luckily my shop has a fridge in the shop area so it stays nice and cold too
@madmike2252 жыл бұрын
I've also seen techs raise the lift too high and they are literally reaching to unbolt a tire and lift it off,or they leave it too high and reach up to put it back on. Or they have it too low while they're doing oil changes so they're crouched under the thing
@nox_chan5 жыл бұрын
Pedialyte is a life saver
@gieauto71754 жыл бұрын
One other thing some shops will place this on your evaluation with possible suspension for not following safety protocols. The last thing they want is a preventable injury they'll need to explain to their insurance company or HR Dept. Keeping injury free will make life much more enjoyable without those 800 mg ibuprofen horse lozenges.
@youbreakemwefixem72095 жыл бұрын
Tip 1. Retire early... Tip 2. See tip 1 👍
@Discretesignals4 жыл бұрын
Got a big gulp full of water mixed with Pedialyte. Keeps the muscle cramps at Bay.
@king493345 жыл бұрын
If you feel pain now wait until older
@hashem_g14235 жыл бұрын
I use a rolling seat on brake and suspension or underbody work. Also dust mask when doing brake work or machining rotors or cleaning wheel beads.
@ericsnyder32905 жыл бұрын
I’m a short guy, so bumpers,Rad core supports, valve covers, etc, is a stretch for me. So, I always remove the front tires and let the lift down. Brings the trucks and SUV’s down a foot or two. Just my tip added. Have a good day. Enjoy your vids.
@magnumjohnson96282 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I'll just let the air out of the front tires
@CarsExposed5 жыл бұрын
I’m crappy with water too and you kicked my butt with this vid 😊, stiffness and headache seems like a normal occurrence now that it’s hot 🥵... I need to change that 👍👍👍
@wr3ncher4 жыл бұрын
At 40, working on cars 20 years, all of this is true and fair warning to younger guys getting into the field.
@acu1123 жыл бұрын
i have been practicing tai chi since my teenage years, keeps me agile, I do this first thing in the morning
@notkevinfinnerty49593 жыл бұрын
Flat rate freddy - "man, you don't need them knee pads, just kick the lift arms under there and send it, little plastic crunches, no big deal, pop a fuel line free upsell- just tell em it was like that"😂😂
@mitchbrown86275 жыл бұрын
FRM, I don't like the taste of water either, so I add a Propel electrolyte packet to mine. Improves the tase and adds back like a Gatorade but without the sugar. Wal Mart is the best value for them I have found at 10 for 1.97.
@nickayivor84322 жыл бұрын
Brilliant advice thank you very much God bless you and all your family around you
@jasev587 Жыл бұрын
Great tips, spotting the car/truck is big.
@davidb30545 жыл бұрын
I’ve been doing this work since I was 18 as professional and my body is shot I have just retired and I have a bad knee and bad feet listen to this man he knows
@hillbillyrigrepairs18145 жыл бұрын
Annual physicals are very important. Also pitch the Gatorade it has more sugar in it than a coke(or close to it) electrolytes blah blah. Quick digesting carbs(sugar) are good for triathletes who are exerting maximum physical effort for hours, not a mechanic. Sodium, potassium, magnesium from foods and lots of water. Have your blood sugar and free triglycerides levels checked. You may have noticed you’re not at peak physical condition. My 2 cents from an undergrad.
@manuelsalvatierra29405 жыл бұрын
Coke Zero should sponsor, you're in the heart of the business South; Home Depot, Chick fil A, and Coca Cola.
@josejr44825 жыл бұрын
Honesty I hear a lot about being conservative with your body. I worry about it but not sure how to go around it. Thanks boss man
@joshuacobb18105 жыл бұрын
I'm guilty of energy drinks 1-2 days a week, and a can or two of soda a day... but always, always have either Powerade or Gatorade on hand year round. Normally either reduced or sugar free flavors. Reinforced milk crates to stand on for taller vehicles, dollar tree garden kneeling pads (notice a cheap pattern? lol) Will say you got me on eye pro though. Need to start using them, one day my safety squints are gonna wreck me.
@mikeske97773 жыл бұрын
I found that interesting but I add one thing instead of the kneeling mat you used I use those standing mats that are sold at harbor Freight. Much larger area and just as good as 2 of the kneeling mats. I bought a four pack recently and they last a long time.
@zoticus15 жыл бұрын
What about respiratory protection. My co worker sprays cans of brake clean like he's trying to turn the place into a gas chamber. I said before "are you trying to get high or something?" . Then there's the dust from brakes, I usually spray and hold my breath, then walk away until it dissipates. Nobody but me wears hearing protection either, I've offered my muffs as a subtle hint but they are mostly young and know it all. Let them love it till they hate it is my motto!
@flatratemaster5 жыл бұрын
Christian always wore a dust mask doing brakes, no one gave him any crap about it, but your right i should have
@pelotas565 жыл бұрын
I myself a coke fan but Mr kidney stone came knocking in the time where I barely drank water. Yup you best belive I'm a water drinker now, specially in summer days... And props on redbacks boots they are one of the best for the money
@davidsanford10325 жыл бұрын
What about don't slap wrench or racket with hand and don't hit hubcaps on
@Zib1875 жыл бұрын
If you have arthritis or other body pains, consuming the various forms of sugar will help inflame those pains so it's best to avoid the sugar to reduce those pains from flaring up. Of course I sit here typing this with my arthritis flaring up while drinking a Pepsi. 😁
@corbettknowles99425 жыл бұрын
Quick tip about Gatorade if you drink Gatorade in the summer need to add at least a bottle of 2 or water with it because you can actually drink too much Gatorade and get too many electrolytes not good been there it'll make you feel heat sick
@TheMechanicj5 жыл бұрын
I’m 6 ft 4 I always put cars on lift unless it’s stupid job like cabin filter.......gotta get me a topside creeper since I’m 34 like my wife I ain’t as flexible as I was 20 years ago and yes we been together since then lol
@davidfarmer17365 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about if I could only let my co-workers feel my pain from not protecting my body. 33 years of jerking heavy items into place or just not bending over to incorrectly pick up something. You can lead a horse to water but you can't make em drink, unless its a can of Monster.
@blakewaddell4515 жыл бұрын
Lol gotta have MTN DEW lol for me anyways. Also as a young tech I never have even considered wearing or using knee protection but I think I will start now. Also quality boots are a must have not those cheap Walmart boots that are uncomfortable and fall apart.
@normansmith78065 жыл бұрын
Good stuff Michael !! Love those steel toe Flip Flops :)
@joelopez40oz235 жыл бұрын
I try to stay away from energy drinks. Energy drinks have to much sugar. In the morning I drink black coffee no sugar and the rest of the day I drink water.
@sdustingxp3 жыл бұрын
Over time I've figured out when July and August hit (Mass.) and it 90 and humid best thing you can do is pace yourself all day, no rushing, half Gatorade half water mix. This limits the sugar but replaces enough if what you sweat to keep you going. Also eat a light lunch or stagger it. Food takes energy to digest and if your already pushing yourself just eat what you need. I'd add learn how you lift shit in this business. When I was younger my lower back always hurt. Started lifting things correctly and woolah! Pain gone. Look it up and do it, your leg muscles will learn in a week or two. Stretch after work. Sounds girly. just do it like 3 times a week it works wonders. Can't wait until there's already a problem either. It's a better preventative than fix. Again, look it up.
@tedmattingly75645 жыл бұрын
My cancer is a testament for what you do or don't do will get you in the end. Wear your gloves and be careful with the chemicals.
@WBOS725 жыл бұрын
Water water water Mike, and coffee no matter how hot! Great vid Mike.
@tomwinslow50869 ай бұрын
What you do when your not working is just as important. If you spend your nights drinking and smoking you will pay a price in the future. I've been living clean for decades and believe me, it makes a difference in the long run. I've witnessed it time and time again. It does no good to try to preserve your body at work and then go home and abuse yourself.
@BoltThrower3213 жыл бұрын
Master tech here: 2nd biggest disease in germany are serious depression -> no tools (germans get their tools from the employer), no tech data, min wage or low wage, stupid bosses etc. leads to depression, suicide, addiction or in the best case --> leaving the trade.
@evanmcmaster39003 жыл бұрын
I have definitely been saved eye damage because I have bad eyes more than once and I've only worked as a mechanic a few years. idk how guys get so lucky with no glasses
@jimbolton185 жыл бұрын
I wish I looked after my knees sooner. I still need to get some knee pads. I’m 30 now and end of day they are hurting lol.
@Fordrally895 жыл бұрын
Hey my Greybread friend (Greybeard being of the upmost respect for your expertise in the field) where is that brake rotor gauge to measure outside diameter of certain rotors when there is different sizes in mm. I've seen you do a review on it I think. You can measure rotor diameter without even taking the wheels off for Christ sake that's awesome.!👍🏼
Another great video and advice a healthy body keeps a sharp mind I myself usually try to eat a good breakfast and lunch that is high in carbohydrates and lots of fluids And my Energy levels through out the day are great and can think straight and not get first-rate it when things go wrong and I know someone will say ( high carbs) will my you over weight B/s if you are moving and working your body needs it as technicians or mechanics we use or muscles just as much as our brains so you burn it off not like someone sitting at a desk who need Energy drinks because they are always falling a sleep lol A hard working person who uses their body as much as there mind rarely fall sleep at work but go straight to sleep at night because they’re not full of all that junk I guess I ranting sorry again you are always spot on thx
@williamremington11125 жыл бұрын
Ear plugs. If I’m in an industrial environment. I have them in my ears all the time. Doesn’t matter how quiet it is. One loud band or safety horn and my head hurts all day.
@juansimon58023 жыл бұрын
one of the best tools i bought was a protacool
@foodskewed91975 жыл бұрын
Got my sour heads bang right now!! I limit it to only once in a while
@UNEEK_LOGIK5 жыл бұрын
Who needs energy drinks when all you need is two bumps of COKE zero... lol
@matthannah46214 жыл бұрын
Used to take adderall (prescribed)... I'm a huge sweater (I'm the guy that prefers bay doors left open when its 40 degrees)... ended up discovering that the adderall just made me loose an enormous amount of water. Energy drinks are the same way, they stimulate your nervous system, and end up making your shirt tails and hat brim drip with sweat before 10 am
@flatratemaster4 жыл бұрын
You and a unnamed member of the team have the same issues with adderall
@melsmobileservices42235 жыл бұрын
Only you cares about you! If you dont protect yourself, the shop/dealership/auction wont.....they will just hire someone else that can do the job! Thanks for mentioning hearing protection 3 times as it is super important! Also eye protection/back protection/skin protection........i believe that......in some situations.....that a respirator is also a great idea as inhaling fumes (exhaust or chemicals) is another way techs get sick. I am dealing with PMP cancer & an otcomy bag now......been in the industry over 20 years & i gotta believe that it came from this industry. I'm still working as an independent mobile tech & im only 45 so follow the @FlatRateMaster advise you could be a similar victim. It usually won't kill you immediately but over the long haul this industry might kill you or at least try to!