Talking about Tools - Lazy Mid-Week Video

[@WatchWesWork]

Mule Head Hand Cleaner is only sold by dealers. Contact them to find a local dealer. It is sold nationally by FleetPride. muleheadbrand.com/mule-head-brand-home-page.html Astro Pneumatic 9540 Seal & O-Ring Removal Set - amzn.to/2W84tHP OEMTOOLS 25429 O-Ring and Seal Remover Set - amzn.to/37VTRyk GearWrench 82216 16in Indexable Pry Bar - amzn.to/3iWRwJG Mayhew Pro 41280 Die Separating Bar, 18" - amzn.to/3AYSGL7 Mityvac MVA6851 Fluid Extractor (200mL) - amzn.to/37TNnQi Mityvac MVA6852 Fluid Extractor (1.5L) - amzn.to/2W6dd1o Newborn Bros & Co #112D Caulk Gun - amzn.to/3srUzN8 Maxxeon MXN00811 Work Light - amzn.to/3meWGTt Braun Work Light - www.harborfreight.com/390-lumen-magnetic-slim-bar-folding-work-light-56329.html

[@brandonfloyd6321]

Our local industrial supply has it. 👍

[@calebbales9441]

I’be used stoko kresto walnut shell based cleaner with good result

[@rushinarma863]

I know it sounds strange but try sugar for a hand cleaner. with just plane water or u can add a few drops of dish soap. Works better than any industrial scrub i have ever tried. put one of the powder soap dispensers next to the shop sink and just fill it with sugar. besides being way cheaper its supper easy on the hands with no chemicals.

[@RipRoaringGarage]

@@rushinarma863 Yes! My mother has this scrub stuff that smells like strawberries and I tried it on a whim once. It works REALLY good. Its also delicious (I mean..better than some jams Ive had! It does have sand..so...yeah, not good). Sugar and salt are great abrasive hand cleaners, although I wont lie. I still use gasoline to wash my hands from gunky stuff, RTVs and so on. But I also maybe somewhat kinda stopped caring about my body lol.

[@rushinarma863]

@@RipRoaringGarage or a shop towel and some brake clean when Your really filthy

[@SouthMainAuto]

Loved it Wes! Yes keep doing them, great idea!

[@gregc2467]

High praise from the Master there Wes,if Eric O is watching,you know you have made it,2 of my 3 favourite channels,the other being Mustie1.

[@WatchWesWork]

Thanks! Will do!

[@SteveKirks]

Will watch every one of these that you do about your shop, how you work and what you've learned. I'd watch 5 minutes on coiling air hoses if you put it out.

[@BobPegram]

Good idea, effectively a short with a little editing. Possible names for them: "Tips and tricks of the trade" or "New and better" or "Quality for cheap"

[@terryharvey4811]

@@WatchWesWork I even watched ERIC O spray paint a ball mount he made, so yeah, I'll watch your short vids also. Shorts are O K if they impart knowledge. I sub to FLAT RATE MASTER for his content and he does shorts too.

[@Rems61]

I actually liked it, and I am a regular viewer, I especially liked the tool recommendations, because when buying this stuff online, you don;t know if you are going to get gold or coal. With your recommendations I would know what I am getting. Thanks Wes.

[@ROFTheRookie]

Hey Wes, at Menards they have a fluid pump that spins onto gear oil bottles. Very handy, used many times. Didn't hear any traffic noise and I am wearing headphones so it's all good.

[@WatchWesWork]

Interesting!

[@philhenning5602]

I personally like hearing your take on tools. Please continue this. I have already bought a couple of tools based on watching your videos.

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

The big jar of "Goop" really takes me back to the glorious days of J. C. Whitney catalogues, bull nose moldings, lake pipes, and putting motors back together and winding up with a box half-filled with extra parts! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@nicksacco6024]

Wes, It's always good to hear about tools. Having the right tool at the right time is like 80% of the job! I am always working on a project and various good quality tools make the job a lot easier. The "shorts" are just as valuable to me as full length stuff. Thank you for all you do.

[@HamiltonvilleFarm]

Good insights on tools you like

[@WatchWesWork]

No Cresent wrench. Next time!

[@markpowell4701]

Wes, I couldn't hear the traffic noise so, I like your short video's it's better than once a week.

[@beauxtx1959]

You're going to think I'm crazy, but about three years ago I found the ultimate solution for hand cleaning....baby wipes. I haven't found anything that they won't clean. Seriously. Clean and no chapped hands. I threw away all my other cleaners. Keep up the good work.

[@bigfilsing]

Highlighting good tools by somebody really using them on a regular basis is always a good thing Thanks Wes

[@henryg683]

Wes what ever works for you I think all the regular viewers will be here for you!!!!

[@timg8138]

Best. Opening. Ever. *edit I love Hercules Hand Wipes

[@Aengus42]

First off, I totally applaud your decision about "shorts". They're everything I hate about how low people's attention spans are getting. If it's interesting then a minute is a ridiculous amount of time to spend on something. You're just thinking "Hey, this is fascina..." and it bloody stops! What's the point? They leave you up in the air growling! Second, I didn't hear the traffic at all. It seems it's much louder to you than it is us. Don't worry about it & it's definitely no reason to stop & start again. Just keep filming. It'll save you time with no loss of quality. Ye Third, it's a "Yes!" to the "Tool Talk". Loved it. You have a wealth of valuable experience & what to you seems obvious, day to day stuff is experience worth sharing. For instance, I've been fixing my own vehicles for years & I didn't know about radiator hose hooks/picks until I saw you use one. All that cursing under the bonnet I've done. Skinning my knuckles & buggering up hoses trying to get ancient jubilee clips off is now a thing of the past. And last but not least, thanks Wes! I appreciate the time you make for us & the knowledge you share. This is one channel free of the hype. It feels more like popping in to see a mate in his garage & passing the spanners & coffee to him while you chat. 🔧☕🔩☕🔨🍔🛠️🚙🏍️🚚🚛

[@johnraines506]

Hi Wes, I love the longer videos as they provide a platform to show your skill of figuring stuff out, solving the impossible and never giving up. It is inspiring.

[@theronstein1760]

I really like that you took the time to go over a few of your most helpful tools.

[@timothyreed6054]

I made my own o ring removers out of 1/8" brass stock.I always worry about scratching/damaging surfaces with steel tools.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

What shape did you make the business end?

[@realfoggy]

Make 1 for Wes and you might have a business grow overnight.... Edit: or the Chinese will copy it and run you out of business.

[@rsmith3062]

@@realfoggy You have to hit the market hard and fast with a new tool, sell a million of them in the first 90 days, before the Chinese tool up and run you out of business.

[@realfoggy]

@@rsmith3062 I know someone that sells flashlights and they change the design every so often to keep the Chinese from copying their design. He will often get people that will send in the copies for warranty repair, so it's critical that he knows the difference and can communicate that to the customer. I'm sure he would gladly sell them an authentic one though.

[@timothyreed6054]

Some are flat some pointed.The nice thing about brass is you can bend it to fit a certain need .

[@cdouglas1942]

Didn't notice the noise. I always like to know what people I respect, use. Based on your use of the Braun light I sent one to my son in law, a contractor in Canada. Duties costs me twice the cost of the light. I enjoy the longer videos, but...not being a mechanic I'll never use most the info you impart. Shorter, "less" technical more likely to have news I can use. NEVER not watched one of your efforts. Thanks a lot Wes!

[@MortskeRepair]

Those indexing head pry bars are the cats pajamas! I've got one of the huge GW ones that are extendable ones. Liked it so much I had to buy a second one! Cuz you know, you always need two bars when you're prying! I've got a little guy like that as well. GW makes some great stuff and really stands behind it. And you can't beat their prices!

[@cyoungso]

I think the shorts on a particular topic, technique or tool, mixed within your long videos are great.

[@the_hate_inside1085]

Nice to see content on tooling that is not specifically catered around plugging promoted products. All hand de greasers I have used, have messed my hands up in a bad way, especially the ones with a grinding compound in the bottom. I find the best solution is to find work in the medical industry, I don't even use gloves now, and hand washing is mostly to protect the product from being compromised.

[@AyFrame]

Wes, first and foremost you need to make a living priority . After that any video you find time to make for us viewers is greatly appreciated, all the best 👍

[@haukx]

Hey Wes...love your videos [short or long]. Didn't hear any road noise. Let's talk hand cleaners....I'm 67 and have worked in machine shops, welding and mechanics. The absolute best hand cleaner you can find is liquid dish soap. Does an excellent job of getting grease of your hands and "gentle on your skin, you're soaking in it". Are you old enough to remember that?

[@terryharvey4811]

I do. And I've used it since the early 70's. Cleans great, easy on the hands, and smells good too. Back then, GOJO was the in thing for mechanics, but it was expensive. House brand dish soap 97 cents per GALLON. Every time I used GOJO, I still felt like I needed to wash my hands in soap and water to git rid of the GOJO.

[@crownfam882]

Totally ghosted another channel when ur video notified me buddy 😏

[@tonyd.6999]

Ditto

[@fhutson1]

I enjoy your videos, short or long. Your approach is very conversational and I like hearing your opinions on tools and brands.

[@Jshel2009]

I like the casual fireside chat videos. Keep them easy. Leave your longer content for the weekend.

[@MarshallBF]

For me, tools videos are always welcome as are techniques for maintaining them.

[@darylnicklen3685]

Wes If you have a reason to make short videos like this tool one then do it it's very informative. How ever most people here have come to see your longer form repair videos. I think most people get accustomed to the way a creator does there videos and like most things are resistant to change. Do what feels right for the subject you are showing us. Thanks Wes Love watching you work.

[@davidmedcalf9358]

Wes, I’ll watch any of your videos! I enjoy the content and all of the humor. Keep up the good work.

[@just-1jason]

Keep the shorts coming! They're great!

[@dkmhreed]

A Knowledgeable person with a good personality doesn't need to do shorts. You are worth watching. The tool revue was good. I like the videos. Thank you for taking the time to do them.

[@anthonycarrollfixingstuff5424]

I always like a good tool talk. Talking to people about the tools they like is always good for ideas to make your job easier.

[@robertbiggs4934]

Thanks Wes! Good information on a variety of tools and accessories that you use. I'm not a big fan of the short videos...I'd much rather see longer videos where I can see a complete and indepth process of the project/job. It's probably more of a pain for you, but the extra effort, for me at least, is worth it. Thanks for the time you devote to your channel! You are one of only a handful that I follow. Keep up the great work/content!

[@braaapattack2937]

I prefer the caulk gun…. I just love when the poke-er thing randomly stabs you in the hand when you grab the gun to steady it, then leaving you to leak red blood all over the white silicon you were laying, and then making a mess that will be there for years to come to remind you how much of an idiot you were 😂

[@wes11bravo]

See my comment. I like the cut of your jib, mister. What's a jib?

[@etheroar6312]

@@wes11bravo It's a type of sail on some boats. And, yes, most everything is for sale.

[@jakemarshall9926]

6:04, the proper name is “the raptor claw”. And I was of the same mind set thinking it would break. 6 years later zero issues!

[@butler386]

Thank you for enlightening us on some cool tools and lights. I will watch any video you put out.

[@spaert]

I have two of those Maxeon-type lights - love 'em. I usually try to stick them on a vertical surface so that the base isn't in the way however I rotate them. The magnet is amazing - twice now I've forgotten and left them under truck. Both times I ran the truck through a carwash and then went on a road trip. One of those trips was down a serious 4WD trail, and I mean 4 low and crawling over boulders all the way down. After an 80 mile return trip I suddenly remembered the light. It was still there - dead because I'd left it on. Recharged it and it never skipped a beat. I was astonished. Can't say enough good things about those lights. I leave one in the house and one in the shop.

[@timlawrence1360]

Wes, I discovered your channel a while back but just started watching through them. I appreciate the time you take to teach us. You do an amazing job with camera angles so we can actually see what u are talking about. Thank you for being willing to share your experience, your life and your family with us. Your wife seems like such a nice person. Your dog is super cool. I really enjoy your tractor repair videos as I am a antique tractor geek. I hope one day to own a Ferguson TO 30 like my grandad had and I learned to drive on. Keep up the good work. You seem like a super nice laid back guy who genuinely cares about others

[@michaeldenton8610]

I'm always trying to find honesty In our industry. I really appreciate your input!

[@garyhawthorne4599]

I am happy anytime I see you posted a new video (long or short) thank you I learn something from each video

[@parkerguy3601]

Wes, I am perfectly satisfied with the revised format. Still love your diagnostic videos.

[@warrenfromga9945]

One of your most useful videos for me. I didn't hear any outside noise, so all good. I want the pry bar and the lights.

[@dougtervo5016]

Thanks Wes .Ben around a few times in my 80 yrs. New sub. Keep up the good work!!!

[@marauder2525]

I like this short one...you tell us what is good or bad and why...saves us time researching tools with NO fake reviews which saves us money. It's a WIN WIN...

[@Huffer57]

Well, Wes, you’ve done it again, you made me spend $$$. The Mule Head Original Red is really good stuff! Few places have it here back east, but Hoober Equipment in Wakefield, Va. carries it. And the Gearwrench pry bars are pretty slick even if they are Made in China. So thanks again, you taught a 60-year wrencher some new tricks! And the shorts are just fine with me 👍

[@charlesmiller7861]

The caulking gun also has a built in tube poker, and a tip cutter built in, which is great. Ive had a good one for 30 years, built 2 homes, run 100s of tubes through it, recently in started messing up, I found after really looking at it was the push rod was slightly bent, straightened it out, now back to working great, hopefully another 30 years. Love the shorts, and the longs :)

[@jimbos1567]

As for your video's, I like em all. Short or long, I'll be there watching and enjoying.

[@timmieclark9976]

No matter what you put out, I will watch it Wes.

[@Paul_Gale]

It's nice to see a tool review that's not a commercial. Most of us don't have a clue what we want... but we know what we like. Keep up the good work!

[@UnlaunderedShirt]

Love the shorts and the shorter videos

[@mabmachine]

I didn't even notice the road noise. You need to do post what works for you, just please keep posting. I seem to always enjoy what you're doing.

[@rsmith3062]

If you produce the video, I'll watch it. If it's short that's okay, if it's long that's great, if I don't have the time to watch 30, 45 or 90min video all at once I know how to save and finish later. If you want to break it into part one, two and three that's okay too, your content is great no matter what. I love it when you personalize your videos with with your family and dog, that's extra special. This favorite tool video was good, I'm a home DIY guy and like seeing what a professional uses. Our taste in quality is the same good tools last a long time even when abused outside their intended use and you don't always have to pay high dollars to get quality. I agree with your orange goop hand cleaner, getting the water less slim off your hands with the old standard is a pain, our fathers didn't have the choices we have today. I will try the RED cleaner, this is one area that you don't want to cut corners on, thanks for the tip. As far as the road noise goes I agree it's a pain, I would really appreciate it if you would pack up and move to a better location, perhaps a couple hundred yards into that corn field maybe or better yet to my town, smart honest mechanics are hard to come by. Best idea would be to get a few dozen acres, build a custom climate controlled building with enclosed parking area for all your vehicles, projects and customers cars. Also consider a 2 or 3000 sq ft outside slab and driveway that is heated during the winter so I don't have to look at snow or an icy drive way as snow and ice is a bit of a trigger item for me as I live in cold and mostly rust free southern California. Thanks for all your hard work and sharing it with the online community! BTW . My area is not completely cold free, last winter it got so cold I had to put a towel over my shoulders when I got out of the pool, it got so cold I had to close my bedroom window, half way. Love ya man!

[@dav1dsm1th]

I didn't hear any traffic noise and the caulking gun was new to me - so handy video (to me). I think the #shorts thing is to appease the Tik Tok crowd - so isn't really of interest unless you and Mrs Wes start doing coordinated dancing to music while bleeding breaks. Damn. As I typed that I realised that's exactly what the world needs right now.

[@lrdisco2005]

Is anyone else obsessed in the pursuit of the perfect torch.

[@barbaracelia2437]

Wes my husband and I like all the videos you do. We learn a lot. Thank you and keep up the great work.

[@Kingsoupturbo]

So helpful! I had no idea they made a dripless caulking gun. The syringes are so useful, I have small ones for Mountain bikes I end up using endlessly on cars, a big one would really help. Seal picks so great, save those wierd sized o-rings!

[@joshjablonicky171]

Absolutely enjoyed this video Wes. Definitely keep doing them if you can. I swear every time I watch a video of yours I learned something new which is always fun.

[@johnfadin6]

Don't over think it. Just do what you been doing. Keep up the good work.

[@markschue383]

Loved it. Nice to understand the tools a pro finds helpful. You explain why you liked it and moved on. Short, sweet. Keep the other longer videos, but the length and pace was just right for this content.

[@williamnorthmore6077]

Always good to have a mid week video Wes. Greetings from Leicester UK. Hope business is good for you. :-)

[@skiphill9]

Your shorts are interesting but your projects are just much more involved and interesting. I like both but since you haven't got your cloning machine to work yet so we will just have to settle for whatever works best for you!

[@ministock88]

Bought 2 of the Braun lites. Used each twice and they stopped turning on. You must be blessed. 🙂

[@crbourret]

I think the shorts are good if you just have a quick tip you want to share with us. In terms of recent tool purchases that I just got and love is a Sure Shot sprayer for spraying brake clean and not having to buy anymore aerosol cans of the stuff. In the end it's going to be cheaper and just as effective! Thanks for all the tool tips and I hope you and the Mrs have a great day!!

[@kirk1156]

I was enjoying the shorts. i just saw them as more stuff to watch.

[@foamermetal]

Short videos, long videos. Doesn't matter. I'm here for the content. As an aircraft mechanic I can appreciate a quality tool review. Your doing great. It's worth the wait.

[@martingillard6572]

Great video. Do what you do. That's why we watch you. Very informative.

[@juliesmall3756]

I enjoy a helpful tool video. Anyone can say go buy the top of the line Snap On, Mac etc thing if money were no object, but for someone like me with a limited budget I like to see what people are using that really works. It may lead me to buy a top of the line tool, but whatever the cost of the tool, I can at least have confidence that tool is actually worth purchasing. I would gladly watch videos like this mixed I with your regular content.

[@wynottgivemore9274]

Shorts are no problem,I can watch them over and over...lol!

[@patriel1]

I don't really hear the traffic. The sound is clear and understandable. Shorts are for the nonsense TikTok'ers. But at least yours provide valuable information and are viewable. Keep up the good work I have learned so much about farm equipment and how they work, same as cars just BIGGER! lol I also like when you break up the videos with occasional shots of Max the mouser, and your wife and son. I also liked the ride along with you in the driver seat on one of your harvest videos.

[@oldgadget1]

wes during the week! Please keep up with whatever content you want to share .. Love it all .. The tool tips are a good thing .. Thank you!

[@jameswalshjr]

Finding out about handy tools is always appreciated. Keep up the good work

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Ullman Devices has and still is located here in Connecticut. Every toolmaker that I know has an Ullman kit with a stick mirror, magnet, and a few picks. Good stuff!

[@williamhouk6880]

Tool time w/Wes. Great 💡 idea!

[@Ronl53]

I enjoyed the shorts as well. Great video!

[@selador11]

@ 3:50 Put some epoxy in that handle. I just did this with a SPOON, today. Believe it or not. I am just getting tired of tossing things and not fixing them. No matter how cheap they are in the first place.

[@billbergquist4722]

Shorts are fine. I enjoy everything you do.

[@damienogorman9110]

Love the 'Short Videos' and I imagine they are less stressful to shoot/edit during your busy working week. My suggestion would be to shoot the size of video & topic that suits YOU and your busy schedule, your TRUE fans will be delighted with either/both. Stress kills, stay calm stay cool and stay healthy. Regards from Galway, Ireland 👍😉

[@Daydreaminginmono]

I dig casual mid week videos for sure

[@jamesh6229]

This format works just fine Wes, keep it up.

[@gregoryenste8459]

I just picked up o ring pics made by Astro pneumatic tools. Seem very nice quality. Real o ring picks, not the pointy ones. I think shorts once in a while is cool. Prefer the longer videos though. I did enjoy this video about tools, something different. Thanks

[@lamestuser]

I like the shorts. And, I love the tool videos.

[@craigsudman4556]

Put that loose pick in a vise and pull the metal from the handle, then mix some epoxy (one of those with steel in it) and after scuffing the metal a little bit, press it back into the handle. Loose the short (the videos not the garment). As for the traffic noise...I can't hear it 'cause my sound is turned down. Great video Wes, thumbs up.

[@sethd4980]

I love your super long big project videos, but also like the ten minute quick videos of fixes and tool talk. The shorts however are not for me, this is not tiktok and it's not supposed to be not matter how much KZbin wants it to be lol Love your content man

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

The Snap On version of the o' Ringer is interesting. The video was perfect. tHanks for putting it together

[@jstutz101]

I suspect people watching car repair videos aren’t going to care for the “shorts”. We want to see the whole diagnostic process and the actual repair. I realize that doesn’t make life easy on the creator. It seems most of the popular car repair channels are down to showing just the diag and highlights of the repair which is unfortunate. If you go back to early South Main Auto videos, Eric O would have multipart videos of entire engine removals and it was awesome. Ivan has most of the diag done before turning on the camera and POOF the car is fixed. You have always had a good mix of both. Keep up the good work!

[@kinglangren]

My favorite prybar is a old barcalo offset box-end wrench that I cut off one end. 1$ at any pawn shop. Also buy a couple old screw drivers and make your own o-ring removers. Great video and content.

[@enginesandoutdoors3238]

We got electric caulking guns at work. The tubes drip a bit out the end but you have so much more control and it’s easier on your hand. Squeezing that trigger a bunch of times will tire your hand out on big jobs.

[@nuulari]

Great idea! I like (also) these kind of informative shorter videos

[@brandonhuddleston6824]

I like your regular stuff but I'm a fan of the shorts. whatever you do I'll stay tuned in😁

[@HsMals3n]

This is no TikTok I'm part of the No-shorts faction. Stay true to what feels right to you, explore new formats and experiment - we all enjoy your journey : )

[@volvod244]

i like you long videos and short video. take your time. don't rush or speed up things to match . if people don't have the time to see you videos thy can fast forward ⏩ the video them self. take the time you want to explain things and show things . really like every time you make a new video.

[@w8nwo]

Yes to these casual mid-week videos and no to the shorts. Either way, love your content and videos!

[@Organized-_-Chaos]

We love your long videos it's like the expectation of a movie premiere So the length of time between them is worth the Wait

[@azenginerd9498]

I had a Gearwrench adjustable prybar that DID come unglued at the pivot... an eBay who-knows-what-happened. I contacted Gearwrench about replacement parts. Not available. So they sent me a whole new bar! NOT what I was expecting. I bought two other sizes after that incredible customer service experience.

[@davesogn3329]

Good job Wes keep up the good work you do those black lights at the end I've gone through too many and tape them up

[@abuzed6533]

Hey Wes, I saw to Braun lights on your channel, I got two and they are great lights . Thanks ! Keep the good videos coming .

[@FlatThunder]

I have the telescoping gear wrench / indexable head pry bar. I was skeptical at first too, but since changed my opinion. They are awesome! Sometimes shorts are nice. 👍

[@DaftOldMan]

Your videos are great and I don't think the length matters. The only thing that matters is if KZbin push your video or not. Some of us never get our videos recommended by KZbin so they don't get seen.

[@jw4620]

I live on a busy city street. You have no noise, so not a problem.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Great video Wes! 🙂👍 Nice to see what tools you recommend 🔧