FOOD TRUCK APPLIANCES TO CONSIDER

Most people want to sell food but have no idea on what appliances to start with or even the cost. The SEAMSTER will show you how to get started, the simple most cost efficient way.

[@rainybeet]

Love the tips here. Every other "most profitable items for a food truck" videos and articles are saying things like hamburgers or BBQ are the best, and while that may be a good theme a hamburger is never going to make you the money that drinks and fries are going to make you. Also, popcorn may be a snack, but the smell of popcorn alone is worth the $200 for a machine.

[@TheSeamster]

You totally understand

[@johnlindsey1505]

Glad to see you posting videos again. I built a entire food truck food truck off of some of your ideas in your videos.

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and glad I can help people build their dreams.

[@georgepickett1884]

I hope you can answer this question. It’s been a year since you made that post. I want to know how you are doing after a year in business ? Was everything turning out as you imaged it. I would like to do this one day too. But I want to know how people that’s in the business are doing. Any comments you can share. Thanks.

[@johnwayne8994]

Seriously bro THANK YOU 🙌👏👏👏👏 you’re helping me more then you know!!

[@BenjaminBawseMoves]

Glad you mention the soda machine. Thank you.

[@TheSeamster]

Most important, sometimes even more important than the food.

[@judichristopher4604]

@@TheSeamster How does that compare to Can Sodas in an Ice Bucket?

[@TheSeamster]

@@judichristopher4604 depends on the event. If I had to haul can soda at some of my events I would need a separate trailer just for that. Again, size of event and cost per can compared to $0.14 cents a fountain soda drink.

[@graceandmarvellouswonders6249]

Your awesome, positive and deserve all the goodness coming your way✌🏾thank you

[@hamzaomar3214]

This guy is full of good energy 😊🎉

[@zshell-thomas2358]

Good and practical advice that even came with pricing. Very helpful.

[@DavidLovesToTravel]

Love this video. Very informative. A fountain drink machine was already at the top of my list!

[@82lenn]

Love your video nice set up

[@ArshSingh-pm4ky]

Glad to find a walkin n talkin treasure chest of knowledge. With a jolly good voice. Love from India.

[@waldo2413]

another great video cant wait to see all the other videos great to see you back

[@TheSeamster]

I am back!

[@anthonynavarro4276]

I wish I had your personality, your a legend 🤙

[@gerardomata5133]

Lots of Great information 👍

[@tommytube268]

Great video, super interesting and informative

[@sofeca0406]

Awesome, awesome, awesome!! Thank you

[@TheSeamster]

You can do it. Find it all on Fb marketplace

[@janellemcwilson931]

Very insightful thank you

[@chefsincere]

Yo..Good content...Feeling the positive you want to see everyone win energy...Keep up the good work....

[@brettoberry3586]

I appreciate your knowledge share. "Make sure you see it work" is excellent advice! You have a voice for radio and sound like you may have been a DJ earlier in life. New subscriber... GREAT content!

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and singer on stage 😊

[@d.l.jtransport9146]

I’ve watched this video 4x over the months and I like simple things like this,makes some money and go.

[@crispy-xg2oi]

Thanks for the info brother! Gracias

[@TheSeamster]

You can do it!

[@raiderman28]

excellent information, great video

[@93tyty]

Dude!!! This was a awesome video.

[@TheSeamster]

Right on!!

[@AhhmErika]

Your a wealth of information thank you soo much and you have great energy ❤

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks Erika and gotta live that life 😊

[@barbarachester2005]

Hello From South Georgia, Thank You for this Video, I just bought this handheld sewing machine with the accessories and a wooden box to hold everything. I purchased this machine for hemming and some small simple side work. I can’t wait to start. I got a sewing machine for Christmas that is my next task or project 🤔

[@TheSeamster]

You can do it!

[@Noway673]

This guy video is great to learn from.

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and I gotta let the people know 😊

[@AB-io1cp]

I own a coffee truck and I’m opening a snow cone truck this weekend I guess a snack truck is next 😂 thanks for the great info!

[@TheSeamster]

Fast easy money!

[@ricardogauna2800]

Que buena información. Great Video!

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and you can do it

[@ASTeer1699]

Brilliant information presented very well. I wish well. Thank you.

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and you can do it

[@ralphrehmjr.3003]

EXCELLENT-VIDEO-!!!! YOU CERTAINLY DID A GREAT JOB WITH ALL ASPECTS FRIM START TO FINISH-AND MOST IMPORTANT YOU MADE IT VERY EASY TO UNDERSTAND EVERYONE WHO WATCHES THE VIDEO WILL RECEIVE PLENTY OF INFO TO TURN INTO ACTION -NOT-!!! JUST HEAD KNOWLEDGE AGAIN THANK-YOU-!!!! WAS GREATLY APPRECIATED-WILL BE LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT VIDEO-👍

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and some people don’t know what foods to start with.

[@JBsdiggiedogz]

Followed from my food truck channel 😁

[@Supraman217]

Where have you been, amigo? Love the energy and practical information you share!!

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and more videos to come.

[@walterwiggins2871]

Nice great information.

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks

[@canIbeyourforrestgump]

Great video!!

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks now get to work

[@canIbeyourforrestgump]

@@TheSeamster 🙏🏾

[@TheBakerOverYonder]

Thank you so much! I'm a gluten-free vegan baker who does events and have been looking for other ways to increase my sales at events. Not everyone wants dessert so these ideas you shared are easy for me to implement even buying ready-made gluten-free or vegan options. I'm also watching your other DIY videos and you make it look doable! Thank you again!

[@TheSeamster]

Thanks and glad I could help.

[@ChiqueChiing]

I sincerely appreciate you

[@TheSeamster]

I am glad you liked it. It’s ok to ask them to go inside and take a tour and explain to you how it works. Especially if they are not busy. Most food truck people are friendly and are willing to help. If you want to get started, just do it and make that easy money 😊

[@frantzanazaire9727]

I want to get my feet wet as well just don’t know where to start. I want to your one as well although.

[@TheSeamster]

@@frantzanazaire9727 I would recommend small ice cream cart with cold drinks!

[@RobbyJarrell-mi6cv]

I loved this video as well I’ve thought about all of those idea to go with my shaved ice trailer I’ll take it out to little league games at the ball park softball field during weekend tournaments make money money make money money

[@stephanieterrell6329]

Thank you for an awesome video!Do I need a exhaust hood system for the hotdog roller or the popcorn machine? I'm planning to start my food truck in the spring of this year. Thank you!

[@king8521]

Thank you for this video is soooo helpfull . How you keep the fridges in place ? Thank you

[@jesusgonzalez1988]

I would like to know what generator you are running

[@Stella2U]

What size generator does it take to run all that? Thanks for all the useful information!

[@mikesimms3380]

Most of these appliances are for snack trucks. Also, where I live, every appliance has to have a NSF and UL certification. If you are a chef, go to local auctions and find the appliances you'll need.

[@TheSeamster]

Nope, NSF or ASF appliances are acceptable. That is why you check the sticker that is on the back of every appliance you purchase. Even a snack truck needs to be NSF or ASF approved. Thanks for the watch.

[@papoluka1]

I see you have very good knowledge about the food truck industry;would you please guide me in the process of getting into a “ceviche truck business”? What machinery do I need,and everything else that it comes to mind?

[@TheSeamster]

Wow that will interesting, I never seen one of those before. I would think you are in a major city for that to be successful. Remember, you cannot cook anything in your home it must be all prepared inside a food truck or trailer. So whatever it takes to make accommodations for that process is first in your designs. Good Luck

[@shawnettahill9459]

How do you strap down for travel?

[@patriotmobilervservicesllc7960]

Thank you for your videos. Very helpful info. I have been considering a soda machine and you have me sold! Where can I find one for the prices you mentioned? Any info would be helpful!

[@TheSeamster]

I always check Facebook marketplace within 100 miles of my home. Thanks

[@iglivesss]

Hi. I’m wondering how a commercial fridge would work if I would mostly be using a food trailer only on weekends? Would I have to start the refrigerator the day before so that it’s cooled to the right temperature when I’m ready to use it? I guess what I’m asking is how long does a commercial fridge in a food trailer take to get to correct temp? Or how do you go about this? Thank you!

[@felm3283]

Thanks for advice your great job…

[@TheSeamster]

My pleasure!

[@user-ob7ct2eo1x]

Like the soda fountain setup, what kind of water needs does it have? Is there where it would need a hose hookup or what do you use?

[@TheSeamster]

Hose to filter to machines

[@alisiasmith9222]

I just bought a food trailer. So this is great. As I’ll have snow cones, funnel cakes, burgers, nachos, and K dogs. After watching this I need to add a drink machine of some kind for sure. One question what is the size of that truck? Trying to get a better idea of what I can really pack in of I do it right. Thanks in advance

[@TheSeamster]

18 ft box 24 ft long truck

[@RustyAldrich58]

I c all these things but what are you doing for power supply at events

[@THATSWING]

❤

[@HomeschoolStudyHub]

Hey just subscribed. What do you think about shaved ice business, these would be great add ons

[@lisahicks6255]

How do you secure equipment on shelfs? My shelving is wood and I need to secure a slushy machine.

[@TheSeamster]

Take the threaded feet off and take that to Home Depot and get the same bolt threads long enough to go through wood into the slushy machine.

[@jaydj3601]

Is all this equipment nsf certified? It's required in my state aside from the freezer. What size generator are you running? Thanks for posting these videos.

[@TheSeamster]

ANSI or NSF, remember you must send in your pre plans for approval and most likely they will want to see the specs of each appliance. This info is in my first video of preparation. Thanks

[@aeliacristea9442]

Where would you store the food that needs refrigeration overnight? Do the fridges work during the night and how?

[@TheSeamster]

Ok you will need to plug into a house or if at event they should have plug in. Generator is an option but overnight will be to much.

[@phillipwoltz1169]

What are you running all that equipment on? 30amp or 50 amp? Also the refrigerators and freezer don’t look commercial and where I live refrigeration has to be commercial. Are you storing food product in a commercial refrigeration?ie hot dogs and such items? Curious to know as I am building out a trailer.

[@TheSeamster]

50 amp and refrigerator freezer must be nsf or ansi approved.

[@leechtherapy156]

S tier intro, had me jammin out.

[@diecastmodelhub]

I got lucky and found a bar soda gun and a large holding bin

[@TheSeamster]

That is the best option, it does not take up a lot of counter space!

[@Smartielew]

How much water do you need for your soda fountain?? I’ve scoured the internet for the answer with no luck to learn how people store water for their food trucks. Please help 🙇‍♀️

[@TheSeamster]

Easy Answer! 30 gallon fresh water tank lasted us 8 hrs at a busy carnival event on a hot day. Refill it over night and did it again the next day 😊

[@wascalywabbit]

I'm watching this like it's the Bible .. I just bought an 8x16 cargo conversion.. the whole front is sinks, then a fridge, a steam table, and a table... no hood... so to get started,if i copy almost what you have here,i can start without a hood and start working

[@wascalywabbit]

It's OK, I'll talk to myself, got two snack ovens and a countertop make line.. Throwing away the steam table. It's beyond nasty.. My next steps,are a double door under counter fridge and two small deep freezers and wire racks

[@homewerk3355]

great video sir. how do you power all the equipment?

[@TheSeamster]

Either a 9000 watt generator or 50amp plug in outlet

[@homewerk3355]

@@TheSeamster thank you sir

[@jareddollen1113]

So do you have all of those items in your truck? How do you fasten all of those items down? How did you get enough Electricity for all of those items?

[@TheSeamster]

Hey you have to watch my other videos on How to build a food truck 😊

[@ShalonBarnes]

I have an old camper that I want to convert to a food trailer just like the one you got on your video I would like to build it myself can you give me any directions and by the way it's completely gut out

[@TheSeamster]

Yes for that project make sure you get the windows done first! Contact your health food inspector to get more info.

[@ShalonBarnes]

@@TheSeamster and why the window first? And the food inspector is to see if?

[@TheSeamster]

@@ShalonBarnes once windows are built you can decide on where things will go and walls inside and counter heights. Inspector is needed to know if you can even use an old trailer. Depends on where you live and what it will be used for. Good Luck

[@lisahicks6255]

Does your truck run off a generator? What size?

[@TheSeamster]

Yes 10000 watt or electric hook up 50amp

[@user-mv6um6cc7z]

What about a griddle & exhaust system

[@TheSeamster]

Ok you must check with your district health inspector. Electric griddle from what I remember does not require a exhaust system only when gas flame heat.

[@sappir26]

Would you recommend hiring additional help during busier events? Seems to be alot to handle for one person to run. I'm guessing at minimum wage and with additional insurance coverage. Is the profit margin a healthy one? Especially if I need to pay wages to at least one more person.

[@TheSeamster]

Depends on what your cooking? A set up like I have one person could do it as long as you have a plan. Most of the time it’s best to hire family or someone very trustworthy to help run the register.

[@sappir26]

@@TheSeamster what kinda of insurance coverage does one need for this kind of operation and how much does that cost yearly? Besides the regular vehicle coverage

[@TheSeamster]

@@sappir26 you will need 1 million dollar coverage insurance for food poisoning or death due to your negligence. It’s a normal coverage amount. You can go through your insurance company or purchase online with a reputable company. Cost should be $600 for the year if I remember.

[@makeorwellfictionagain.9474]

Volunteers... throw in free food. Free work experience in business, customer services etc etc, many students out there that would love to share there knowledge too. They are the future. Congratulations on your adventures. All the best 🙏🧡

[@craftyoldman]

What size are your refrigerators and freezer?

[@TheSeamster]

The freezer is approximately 22 inches in depth 36 high 32 wide. Fridge is 19x18x52.

[@frantzanazaire9727]

Any one can please answer me please for the ice cream truck talking about the bars and sandwiches. When you shut off the truck for the day how do they stay unmelted till next day.

[@TheSeamster]

Plug into house extension cord!

[@gustavocaballero4562]

Puedes hacer el video en español😢

[@freshstart6395]

Can I cook food using electric a appliances only

[@TheSeamster]

Yes is the safest way to cook but may cost more.

[@ShalonBarnes]

Do you fix up food truck or trailer for others? Like me?

[@TheSeamster]

Sorry I don’t it was for my son. Thanks

[@Robroy333]

So I don't need to buy a commercial fridge/freezer?

[@TheSeamster]

No it needs to be nsf approved and u must provide documentation to your health dept. Call your local inspector it only takes a min to know the facts for your area.

[@Robroy333]

@@TheSeamster thanks!

[@SomebodyPickaName]

$200 for a soda dispenser?!? I looked and they are thousands of dollars. If you found yours for $200, you got the deal of the century, it looks like.

[@SomebodyPickaName]

I found one on Ebay for $1,000 but that's the cheapest one for this type.

[@marshallmaintenance]

At what point must there be a fire suppression system?

[@TheSeamster]

Anytime there is an open flame.

[@FranchescaKnight-qo6xu]

Would that include the propane griddle and fryer or not?

[@TheSeamster]

@@FranchescaKnight-qo6xu yes any open flame inside of stfu. Electric is no problem from what I remember 😊

[@EivinSukoi]

I don’t see sinks , or how you secure your equipment during traveling each state or towns have their own regulations .

[@TheSeamster]

Correct each country and I have a video on securing equipment and drilling holes in your counter top with repair.

[@user-nt8qc1uf4n]

Good Morning Brother i m trying to open a waffle and pancake food truck and serve coffee also do u think it will be good idea ?

[@TheSeamster]

I like that idea!! An electric griddle and off you go. I seen a very successful sweet pancake sausage strawberries or blue berry wrap! If you go with coffee make sure you get a cappuccino cocoa machine. I wish you the best and let me know how it all works out!

[@user-nt8qc1uf4n]

@@TheSeamster Thank you so much . i will let you know for sure .

[@TheSeamster]

@@user-nt8qc1uf4n my friend you can do it! Persistence and starting now is what makes a dream become real.

[@Elprofesortwich]

Quick question!! ..Where did you buy the fridge? Do they need to be Nsf approved?

[@TheSeamster]

Always look on FB market place for every appliance you buy. There will be a sticker on every fridge that will have a NSF or ASF approval. ASF is an approved appliance. Please always call your health food inspector in your district for all stfu builds.

[@lancescott7620]

Does not have to be nsf approved in every county or state. All my state requires was a temperature gauge

[@im-fast-as-fuk-boi4892]

How are you powering 🔋 everything? Please

[@TheSeamster]

9000 watt generator but when video was made i used extension cord to an outlet.

[@im-fast-as-fuk-boi4892]

@@TheSeamster great, thanks for the info! I'm starting mine up this summer and am getting everything together for it. I'm really excited to start. Is there anything that you missed in your video that you think is important?

[@TheSeamster]

@@im-fast-as-fuk-boi4892 Yes if u plan on deep frying, it will cost so much money. Start out simple like I did and then go big.

[@im-fast-as-fuk-boi4892]

@@TheSeamster yes I was thinking about drinks ice cream and nachos my family in Mexico they have a restaurant and do some type of unique tacos that were actually named number one in Arizona later when I could afford deep fryers I will take over my family business and do tacos 🌮 in Los Angeles expand there name

[@TheSeamster]

@@im-fast-as-fuk-boi4892 I am telling you this makes fast money if you have the appliances I have for sure! Fountain soda is a easy fast money along with slush machine.

[@lucysummers5415]

Everything unhealthy under the moon

[@TheSeamster]

Ha! how long do you plan on living? That’s right you don’t know, so might as well live life and eat what you like 😊

[@lucysummers5415]

​@@TheSeamsterthat's where you're wrong my friend. Judging on your comment and the fact you don't know me.... You're prolly young or don't care what you put in your body at this point in your life. That saying "you are what you eat", had allot to do with living longer. I actually cured myself from asthma, bronchitis, and stomach ulcers, by drinking this tea called Taheeo Tea. The food and drug administration is not design to help anyone... Especially you, me, and anyone else. Actually it's another form of population control. Frozen food, canned food, and microwave food is one of the most, (over time) fastest way to help take years off your life. With age comes time and wisdom and when you know better you do better, and that's just what I've done. (You do have to eat to survive) Did you know, the majority of all illnesses and disease can be cured and be healed through fruits vegetables and certain herbs 😳💯💪🏾??? See I was just like you at one point in time. I loved the way food tasted. If it looked good, I'm gonna try it☺️🤤😩🤦🏽‍♀️. I didn't care what it did to me. But I'm here to tell you, that shit catches up with you, especially when you get older!!! This tea I drink, (amongst 3 other teas on a regular) ( in alphabetical order) which is only found in South America is deprived from a tree. It's pure Pau D'Arco Taheeo tea. I drink it everyday. You can make it and substitute it for water AIDS, ANEMIA, ATHEROSCLEROSIS, ARTHRITIS, ASTHMA, BREAST CANCER, BLOOD BUILDER, BRONCHITIS, CANCER, CANDIDA, COLITIS, DIABETES, DIVERTICULITIS, ECZEMA, FUNGUS, GASTRITIS, GONORRHEA, GOUT, HIV, IMPOTENCE, INFECTIONS, LEUKEMIA, LUPUS, PROSTITUS, PYORRHEA, RHEUMATISM, ULCERS, VIRUS, AND YEAST INFECTIONS😳. SO yeah and no. I don't know how long I will love but I guarantee you God willing will love a MUCH LONGER time than you because of what I put in my body. That's why they killed Dr SEBI. Google him if you think none of this is true. And remember that other saying... Don't judge a book by it's cover unless you actually took the time to read it. Stay blessed and start now to change your eating habits so you too can know the difference in eating for better health. Stay Blessed☺️👆🏾💖

[@lucysummers5415]

@TheSeamster I meant no disrespect. With what you're selling. Google enagic water. As well I was looking to purchase a food trailer from One Fat Frog catering truck company. And your video popped up. I just realized now that you as the author of the video whom took pleasure in commenting on my comment... So no disrespect towards you. My apologies. I know kids like snacks or what have you. But some habits of eating are hard to change especially if that's what you used to. I plan on serving alkaline smoothies in Malibu😊😊 ... Something very fun and super healthy at the same time. So my apologies for thinking you were a random person responding to my response. I have actually testimonies of different people taking the tea and it actually helps. I would love to give you the Dr who supplies the tea. It's like only one place to get this tea here. How he saved his dad from Drs giving him 3 months to live from having common cancer. He has lived over 23 years since then!!!! I see his dad who is over 90 years old every time, I go to his house in Ventura to order the tea. He couldn't even eat solid food. He is as of today.... Cancer free😊

[@lucysummers5415]

Sorry bout the typos. There was a few in all my comments.

[@JJ-4Life]

​@@lucysummers5415 What's the tea please share???