THIS IS WHY I "QUIT"

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Want to preface with thank you so much for all the support! I honestly didnt think this video would see the light of day when i filmed it a year ago but here we are. I've been working like crazy the past 6 months to restructure the channel so that it can actually make money and I can keep posting for you guys. New content will drop next week. I've got several announcements to make so keep an eye on the channel. Thank you so much for still being here and for the love you have for this channel and my family. I'll be replying to all the comments here so if you have any questions or concerns post them here and I'll answer👊

[@DustyMacsGarage]

Wish you guys the best bro!! KZbin is a hard journey to go on! You achieved something awesome and inspired me to start my post on my own channel again, so obviously the selfish part of me hopes you can post more in the future, but you already know this, always do whats best for the fam!!! Your a great guy, and father, and you paved the way for the backyard auto enthusiast to make dreams come true regardless of shop sizes, tools etc. Prayers and Blessings always bro!!! Nothing but support!!! 💯💯

[@Waveito2]

So it was click bait……

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

@@Waveito2 no its just an explanation of why I quit back in June and still haven't posted

[@alman-world]

@M C harsh. No click bait in anyway. Just listen.

[@Joshua_Australian_for-beer]

Thank you for posting! It’s good seeing you again. I look forward to the future

[@mitchellborges1569]

This isn't "quitting', you're just starting that new chapter in your life! You will be missed here on KZbin, but we are all rooting for you and your family!

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks man! I'll still be here I've just gotta change my approach so I don't hit this spot again. Thank you so much for understanding and being here through it👊👊

[@rusticpine5771]

Dude get it. House full of kids and choosing to provide over your passion has to happen sometimes. You rock.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks man, when I started this I had a new wife; no house and 0 kids we are at 7 years married with 3 children and my whole perspective is different. It's great having a community that understands and honors family. I'm going to keep building and posting I'm just going to have to do it smaeter

[@rusticpine5771]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL I get it. Started my own business during pandemic after job lose. Blew up fast and after 2 years wasn’t quite enough so it’s back as my side gig and working to provide for my little ones and wife. God is good and stuff doesn’t always go as planned. I enjoy your energy and fun and excitement more then the actually builds I think. You are putting some awesome heart into this world and that is what I love seeing the most. I’m up in Michigan but always think would be cool to meet ya sometime. You really seem like one of the good ones. God bless and Merry Christmas.

[@StorminNorman_]

Proud of you. You’re not quitting, you are moving into something else. I know how much this eats you up. You have BUILT something incredible and you should always be proud of that.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks ryan👊👊 I'm definitely going to keep posting on the channel but it definitely hurts to be in this position. Hoping that the new direction/mindset will be more sustainable

[@djjones1223]

Such a clever way you used Built. I bet you are so proud of that cheesy dumb joke.

[@ManiacsGarage]

Hey Kaleb, thanks for the update! I'm sorry to hear what's been happening! As you know from our DM's we've been concerned about not seeing anything come out for a while. I do want to take this opportunity to let you know that your channel was a huge inspiration in us strating ours. It's kinda of a double bummer! One, we're bummed for you that it's not working out and two, we're bummed for us, because if you can't make it with over 300K SUBS and 15K average weekly views, than it's kinda of a waste for us with 12K SUBS. Honestly, I almost threw in the towel a couple of times already myself. It is soooo hard to keep coming up with content, to be out there every week working on a project (on top of our regular jobs and respponsibilities). We're still hoping you can figure it out and keep the channel going. Best of luck and God Bless you and your family!!

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thank you soooo much man! Still wanting to do that Maniac collab with you guys. I love what you guys do and what you stand for. I'm changing my approach a bit so I'll be able to let you guys know if it works. Also you've got my number. If you ever have any questions or just want to catch up just give me a call or text I'm rooting for you guys!

[@malachilocke9171]

As much as we miss you, focus on yourself and your family first. Spend time with your kids doing what you love. We’ll all miss you, and hope you come back or post occasionally. You were a huge inspiration to me with restoring my Datsuns, and gave me the confidence to paint it myself. You’re my favorite KZbinr, and I hope to see you back soon! Good luck and merry Christmas Caleb

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks man! We have definitely been getting some solid family time. I'll be posting new content next week and plan to post regularly following that. It's so cool that BUILT inspired you to tackle some big jobs on your cars. That's the whole goal. Thanks for all the kind words it means a ton👊👊

[@Modified1]

Hey man , 20 years ago I was just like you, loved building cars and racing them and was having the time of my life. I had to put it up for the responsibility of kids and wife to raise a family. My oldest is now 16 and youngest is 7 and I'm getting back to cars and racing. You've inspired me to start my own KZbin channel and get back to doing what I love to do. Thank you for that!! In this world you need a side hustle to feed your passion and with 3 kids it's going to be difficult, but you've got a good channel going and people that love to watch your content. Since I quit my job at the power company and started back on vehicles again my side gig is 1 to 2 truck flips/mo. I make 3-5000 profit per flip. One every 2 weeks. That pays the bills and let's me have fun building vehicles again. We're building a RCSB Silverado for my 16yr old and I'm teaching him along the way. It's fun and frustrating and we're enjoying the time together!! Your a smart guy and will figure it out. You may have to come back to it later, but take care of your family and there is a way it can all work. So slow down on content and do what you gotta do, but don't give up on what you've already done. You're an inspiration to a lot of people and if KZbin is your side gig to your money maker that's what it'll be. Good luck and thank you!!

[@streetlegalbuilds7644]

Don’t quit man you have 300k subscribers you know how hard that is to do! Don’t quit just try something different.

[@LobbyDaLobster]

Thanks for putting this up. I was kind of worried that something horrible had happened to you. I even once searched your local paper to hopefully not see your name in there. I totally understand where you are at. I got burnt out at a job a while ago - I used to love it, I would go in and do work on weekends for free, just because I loved it. Then one day I was sick and couldn't go to work, and I realised that I was so relaxed that day. I took a day off the next week, just because I didn't want to go to work. Then it was taking two days off. I realised I didn't love my job anymore - quite the opposite now. But at that point in my life, I had savings, and no family to take care of. So I quit my job and took 3 months off working. With my money gone, I got a new job at a similar industry, but not the same industry. I have never been happier. If you aren't loving doing the channel, then don't feel like you need to. I would love it if you would, because I love watching it. Maybe change your channel to a once a month upload instead of the weekly you were doing, or even just random postings whenever you feel like it - Work another job for your main income. Honestly - do whatever you need to do to get by. I was just worried something had happened to you or your family. By the way congrats on your new little one.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks man! Yeah nothing bad happened honestly I just spent everything I had to keep the channel going and when it was out I decided it was time to make a change. I still love making videos and working on cars has never been more fun. Just gotta find a way to make money doing it lol

[@LobbyDaLobster]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL No worries man. You have every right to take a break or even quit if you want or need to. You have to look after your family and yourself first. Everyone else is secondary. Thanks for responding too.

[@jony6092]

Seeing an AWFUL lot of comments reacting as if this is an update video to the last 6 months hiatus, whereas it was actually filmed 1 year ago. I check in on that 6 month old latest video from time to time to see if any update, really miss the channels content and wholesome vibe. One of the best out there for sure. I see the pinned comment from Caleb mentions new content next week so fingers crossed, can't wait main. Hope you're doing ok, and Merry Christmas

[@surlycrosscheck1]

Brother, at the end of your video you stated “I hope that made sense.” Well, as a shift working father of two, it makes perfect sense. I gave up my bike racing to be a dad. Just didn’t have the time. On one hand it hurt to stop as I almost felt guilty about dropping my passion but the more important thing by far is to be there for the kids and provide for them. It feels good to do right. I’m now at the point where my kids are old enough that they can join in (well, my son at least, my daughter has her own interests) but it’s all coming back and I’m now able to teach and plant a seed that may flourish. They’re only young once and it FLIES by. Keep a little piece of your passion though and dip your toe in the garage off and on but you’ll never regret being there for your kids. It’ll all work out in the end. I will remain subscribed and if you do upload once in a while, I’ll definitely be checking in. Cheers man and thanks for the inspiration.

[@seancummings6379]

Man, I really enjoy watching you figure stuff out on a regular guy's budget and learning as you go. I think most of us can relate having to sacrifice things we may be passionate about in order to just pay the bills. God bless you and your family. You seem like a great dad. I hope you figure out a way to make it work because I'll definitely keep watching, liking, and commenting!

[@3Wheels1Block]

Kaleb, I salute you, I understand your frustrations. The stress alone with family is enough to wear a man down. Much less maintaining builds and a YT channel. I'm proud of you. I stand with you either way bro. Praying that God gives you direction and vision for the future.

[@emericaman16]

Your content just jumped around on too many projects. It's obvious your like making body kits. I think that is super interesting to watch. So how can you do the the most EFFICIENTLY? What's the best custom body kit process to minimize time and cost? Can you do it in a way that you could reproduce them and make some money selling kits? Could you even do the mock ups on other people's cars so buying a car isn't even a cost to you? Can you get a spot a SEMA to work towards an exciting deadline and have a sponsor? More focused content, more efficient creation. That's my suggestion. Good luck.

[@robertbowman9556]

Kaleb, family comes first, I get it, been there... in the meantime I am going to rewatch a number of your builds. Your videos are so entertaining (your personality is so chill) and and informative and really speak to me. I have a Porsche 993 and am restoring an MGB roadster, so have been loving your content. Take care man and Merry Christmas and a great 2023 to you and the family no matter what you end up doing. I would love to see you back online, but you have to do what makes sense

[@kylebeauchemin4959]

Dude I’m so glad you posted. I was looking all over the internet just to check and see if you were okay. I missed your channel. I’d happily support you through patreon. Maybe you can just turn it in to vlog channel for when you aren’t feeling fully in to car builds

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks Kyle! I missed you guys too for real. It was devastating to have to take a break but I think it was really good for me and for the future of the channel. I made a lot of decisions on a whim that hurt the channel in the long run so I'm changing the way I approach content to safeguard the channel from hitting the same wall. I'm so glad to be on here again and to get to talk with you guys here

[@wolfparty4234]

Cleeter sells merch with his GAW’s. You have over 315 thousand subscribers. You need to market your merch with whatever you have!! Stay strong man, you have a great personality for KZbin!

[@SteveBlues87]

Glad you didn't sell out and decide to rebuild a wrecked Lamborghini like every other KZbin channel. I think in this game you need thousands and thousands of dollars just to get started. There's not enough love for channels like this and it's a shame because they're the ones I prefer most.

[@King-EA.93]

Out of all the amazing builds you’ve done im more amazed by how patient and good of a father you are to your kids. So I definitely get it. Im sure things will work themselves out. You seem like a man who has a lot of skills and is willing to learn so im sure you’ll find success in whatever business you create. But if and when you post a video, im watching!

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks so much man! I do love my kids more than life and you guys will be seeing them in videos again soon. When I moved shops I lost a lot of time with my boys and it made me realize how much of my channel and what I enjoyed about youtube revolved around working WITH them. The past 6 months have been spent making the changes needed to get them back in the shop and make youtube fun again

[@fullyotto31]

I feel you. I want to start a channel repairing, restoring, and building cars and trucks, but between my work schedule and family, I'm not sure when I have time or where to start.

[@ianmoz7313]

Keep it up Caleb. Whatever you do you'll put your heart into like you've done for the channel so far. You don't have to show the ins and outs of everything you build. If you want to do periodical how toos on stuff by all means. Just don't get caught up with having to film everything. If you have to voice over so be it. If you just time laps things all good. Just do you and if anything I've said is not what you want that's fine too. I have 3 kids and I work full time as a mechanic at a Honda dealership up in Canada. I don't have much energy at the end of the day when I get home and you work longer days/hours then I do. Just do what you want to do and if KZbin doesn't work that's understandable. Take care and have a wonderful and merry Christmas and blessings for you and your family in the new year!

[@theaveragefisherman7749]

Such a shame man you got to do what's best for you and your family. I've love your builds form the audi and mr2 rite up to the merc. I wish you well man and I will stay subscribed just in case. Good luck man

[@RadDadRods]

I feel ya man. I've tried twice to get things going on youtube with 2 completely different ideas but when it came down to it, would I rather work on the project or make a video about the project and it always came down to work on the project. Something had to give and for me it was the videos. My son and I really enjoy your videos but whatever you decide, I wish you the best.

[@metalheadgarage2005]

As someone who n the last few years started making content myself I fully understand this. My kids and myself loved the videos you posted and you were alot of insperation to start filming my own processes and builds. Starting on tik tok n not really seeing any traction sadly. But alot of people don't see how much effort goes into these builds filming and editing. When you get nothing in return it can seem like a waste. Understandably passion can only drive so much when it comes down to taking care of your families needs. I'm glad to hear your okay tho. For a min there I thought the car community lost yet another great insperational person. I hope that which ever path you choose to follow it is for the betterment of yourself and your family needs man glad to see you agian and well. Congrats btw on the new baby. Spend time with the family n just know each an every one of us that comment really truly wanna reach out to you n make sure your okay n care.

[@UnWrecked]

I feel this. My channel has been under performing for awhile now and it's hard to push on with the channel when there is no return. I'm fortunate to have a full time job though, so I can't fathom what it would be like if it was my only income. You do whatever works for you!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Coming from a (small) channel myself, being the same age as you, recent marriage fresh newborn baby, I understand. My thing is I need to get back to being driven to build cars because I want to, and not focus on it being an income. Usually the views follow when you get back to your true passion/hobby of what YOU want to build and film and not get caught up thinking what would potentially be cool for others to want to watch. I never went full time with youtube but I know the ups and downs you are experiencing, just gotta try to get back to your roots and do what you want to do with the budget you have.

[@billythekid5996]

Good luck man, I’ve watched you for almost 2 years and I’ve loved watching your work unfold. I hope this isn’t the end but if it is I wish you luck on your next endeavor

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

No worries it's not the end thanks you so much for watching so long. I'll still be building cars because I love it. Just gotta change the way I do the youtube part

[@stampfla0000]

Thats very unfortunate to hear, sorry buddy

[@alonsoescala4902]

It's how life goes man, with enough luck this will only be a short period far from your passion, family is first so do whatever u see fit better, most of us understand that, keep pushing forward, proyects will eventually come back 💪🏻🤍

[@saneprime1176]

Aye man I understand it completely. I hope things turn around. Keep your head up brother. Merry Christmas to you and your family

[@DiecastShowCustoms]

Hopefully everything gets better

[@bravoland891]

Rooting for you my man!… Your channel has inspired me from wrenching on my cars to being a good father for my kids and learning to be patient wile trying to meet common ground, I used to get really mad at my kids when I was wrenching on my cars and they would come interrupting me. All they want is love and some attention and I’ve gotten so much better thx to you and seeing you handle parenting wile still doing what you love, building awesome machines. I will continue to stick around and look forward to your content, but if life needs you to take different path I understand and don’t blame you one bit. Good luck mate.

[@santana_swag5134]

The best thing is that your okay and your family is okay and do what you have to do man its your life and make the best of you and if you come back will be here to support you take your time buddy and thankz for the all those videos you made

[@jyaj007]

Family comes first... You a awesome dad brother

[@vinnierolla]

Completely understand mate and congrats on the new addition to the family. Family and income come first. We all go through ups and downs and I know you’ll come out the other end in a better place. You can’t say that you didn’t try and follow your passion but hopefully you find work that still fosters one of your passions. I think that’s the key. I love building cars and making KZbin vids but for me it’s a hobby and I wish I could post more often, but like your situation, supporting family comes first. So videos are slow. But my subs love some videos even if they only come every few months apart. I wish you and the fam the best and a merry Xmas. Hoping you still follow your dreams and continue to build cool stuff.

[@GoPotato69]

Just glad ur doing all right, take the time u need, don't over extend urself

[@RobertoJuanSurMontana]

We are hoping for your best Built-Man! Miss you, but please do what you need to do. Maybe you could do this at a hobby level and that would keep us involved?? Maybe some sponsors will come around.

[@jacobrice6705]

I hope you get the numbers your looking for. Love seeing your videos and would hate to not see the builds through. Kids make things harder but far more rewarding when your successful. I wish you the best on any endeavor you go on, just here hoping the best for your channel. Good luck brother!! Will be keeping my eye out for any new videos!

[@emanuelchung2920]

There is no shame, one of the biggest life investments is “family” one day come back when the time is right. You have my respect

[@crazycjk]

Totally makes sense, you have to do what works at the end of the day. Glad that this isn't completely the end. I've been around on and off since your MR2, and I still re-watch those videos as I work on my own SW20. Merry Christmas to you and the family and I look forward to the next video whenever it comes.

[@kevindisorda1017]

Sorry to hear you're struggling. I've always enjoyed your channel and watching your builds. It's nice to see you make stuff without an expensive shop. That's inspiring. But if things are not working out, I'm glad you made the decisions to keep yourself sane, safe and most importantly, successful. Best of wishes. Hope to see you again soon. And may you and your family have a very Merry Christmas.

[@imSchwaggy]

Crazy how youtube works. 315k subs, low cpm. Some channels with 31.5k have super high cpm. The automotive content ads don't pay much and they have the highest expense. Only worst niche is boat/yacht and maybe airplane enthusiast content. This is why most car youtubers rely on sponsored ads, affiliate link traffic, merch, buying/selling builds, creator promo etc. Not actually youtube/Google adrev.

[@olacio04]

Hey man I completely understand where you coming from with this. Not trynna tell you how to go about it but with your creativity and ingenuity are on another level. Take you time with your family but please don’t stop making car build content. I’ve been watching you since high school

[@Razor6On3]

Step back, assess, take care of your immediate family, assess, come back and see this family... No worries, this is just a video platform, the real ones will still be here.... We will see you when you get back. 👊

[@NathanKarhu]

Start flipping cars and filming it for KZbin, towing auctions will get you cheap cars. 1. Making good money from the flips 2. Minimal effort videos that will possibly start a bigger series People love seeing how much money you can make from flips

[@quicknickgarage1]

That's understandable. Miss seeing your content. Maybe this is a good time to review the page and see what the most successful built videos are and maybe revisit those with similar builds. I dig your creativity and trying new things, but I'm sure a lot of other people might not have that range in things that you cover. For me, I really enjoyed Fatsun, your Overlander titan build and the budget C10 builds. Keep building man, don't give up hope. Congratulations on your new baby. Good to hear from you man. Don't be a stranger.

[@jovo21]

Finally ,i can rest easy. Take as much time as you need man I hope that some day you can return to this at some point😮‍💨. Will miss you man but be safe and I wish you the best of luck with your family.🙏🏼

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks so much! I was really hoping the channel would rebound but it just never happened. I'm still going to be posting so no worries just had to take on some jobs outside of the yourube space to take care of the family. I definitely hope yo do it full time again once life settles a bit. Thanks so much👊👊

[@jovo21]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL I feel like the drastic drop in views has something to do with KZbin not pushing your notifications or videos at all. More often than not I find myself having to search for your channel to see if you've posted or not. A couple years ago i used to see your vids on my feed literally within minutes of u posting but that doesnt happen anymore. Regardless of all that ,I'm so happy youre doing well and we'll be getting more vids in the future. You do what you need to make ends meet my guy. I'll be here as long as ur making content 🤟🏽.

[@Xaltar_]

Patreon my man. Subs may not hit every video but a lot of loyal subs will support you in other ways. KZbin as a sole earner is dead for all but the largest of channels. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and yours. Take it easy.

[@m60kaf]

Facts

[@tommydanger2564]

Marriage and kids come way before cars. I respect you for your priorities and your hard work.

[@crossthreadcustoms8904]

I support you 100%. I think changing the channel to a more streamlined filming process has probably hurt, as well as the MGB just taking a long time. I think we all liked you showing us actually doing things but also you trying thinks and just finding a way to make an idea work. I love your channel and I think puddins fabshop may be a great inspiration on how filming can help you get back where you were. His filming style definitely entices a lot of people, showing things but not making it monotonous. I hope the best for you and whatever you end up deciding to do in the future.

[@88camaroman]

Hope the best for you brother, I'm a new Subscriber and have watch some of your builds....I can understand the hard times...But if cars are what you like to do and content is informational. Things will turn around for you

[@Grimm-Gaming]

Hey your ok! Merry Christmas brotha!

[@brunoaraujo7750]

We understand man, it’s all about the family first and the hustle comes next. Passion will pay off, looking forward to your new content.

[@willddevine7]

I've really missed watching your builds. If there's one thing I could ask or want to see is a quick build with another KZbinr. Maybe a drift build or something? I'll be waiting for the next video!

[@emersoncolocho3808]

KZbin GET THIS MAN PAID !

[@anthonymartinez6954]

You’re a super talented dude, wish you the best. Been following you since the mr2 content. Inspired me to not be afraid to cut a car and do custom stuff. Doing what’s best for your family should always come first. I’m sure a lot of your followers both relate and understand. Happy holidays ✌️

[@getsome4363]

Bro, God bless and wish you the best. Loved the titan episode with wide Baja fenders. You have a great deal of talent.

[@Rye_trueno86]

Totally understand, dude. hope things turn round soon. However, anyone who watches your channel will see family is the most important thing to you. Good luck. I'm rooting for you

[@Roflmfaoftw]

understandable brother, provading for a family is important 🙏

[@RandomGuyDan]

It's great to hear from you. I was hoping you and your family were OK. Hoovie, JR, and Jared at Questionable Garage have addressed this too, struggling to figure out what kinds of videos get the most views.

[@ralphmiller2396]

Was just thinking about your channel and this popped up! Love seeing you and your family working together. I hope it all works out for you.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks so much Ralph, it'll work out just gotta change the way I do youtube. I'll be posting some new content next week thanks for being a part of the channel man

[@derekmast142]

Im so glad to have an update take your time figure out your life.

[@nofinancehere4058]

We should share these videos as much as possible it'll be such a shame to see such an individual builder disappear especially one that comes up with such ideas is lost come on guys were all part of the car community

[@RogueFabrication]

Dang man... You truly have a unique set of skills and build some of the coolest garage built cars we've ever seen. I hope you continue to post some small videos here and there as you wrap up your builds. I get that the content will be less frequent and with way less editing/etc! -Joe

[@dgdynasty2149]

I was wondering where you went. I really enjoyed your channel. Family comes 1st. We'll be here if you decide to upload again.

[@snowblindburd]

I'm just glad to hear from you again! I hope things start looking up. I wish you and your family the best.

[@matthewkulhawy864]

Was just thinking about you the other day. I love your channel, and your family, but the builds you have been doing haven't resonated with me. I watched ever mr2 video, every 911 video, and many others. But I personally get lost in these huge never ending series. I wish you and your family nothing but the best. I promise to stay subscribed and watch every video that is of interest to me. Merry Christmas!

[@NeverNotMaking]

It’s a bummer that KZbin has made it so difficult for content creators to make a living creating quality content.

[@geoffferris-smith4496]

Watch your channel from Australia, loved your channel and your attitude and honestly. Look after you and your family and thank you for all the work you put in it was valued and inspiring.

[@rdspeedfab]

Hey buddy, don’t stop. Slow down and spread your effort into other ventures. You need multiple income streams to be self sufficient and ultimately wealthy. There is a number of things you could do. I make basically nothing from my channel but between my wife and I we have 5 income streams. I want to build my channel into one that really adds to my bottom line. Having multiple streams ensures when one dips (like your channel for example) another stream can carry you guys through. Consider flipping cars to build a nest egg, buying a trailer and renting or flipping, arbitrage etc. think bigger. Don’t get stuck on one thing. You’ve already proven you can be successful here on YT. You’re in probably the top 5% I’d imagine. YT is a tough grind. But don’t quit. You’ve built something you just need to learn how to leverage it and build other streams.

[@Hurst11]

Whatever you’re going through, you have my prayers. Thank you so much for all the wonderful work and videos you’ve done. Nothing’s forever, it would be great to see you back in the future; no one does video’s like you. Best of luck.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks for the prayers! It's been a wild year and I know at some point I'll look back and see everything I've learned but right now it's a bit hard to see.. I do have a new video dropping next week that I think you'll like thanks so much for watching👊👊

[@MongoMotors352]

Never quit on your dreams, but take care of your family first. Your followers will still be here. Good luck

[@brandonheath495]

Man !!!! I feel you. I will miss you ! I wish I could do what you do not the KZbin part, but the builds. It’s sad to see you don’t get the credit you deserve for eiether

[@geargrinder7714]

I'm just glad you're okay

[@Gtshiftin6]

Glad to see you back no one on yt is doin the custom work you do! Can't wait to see what you've came up with maybe the big build gets a video a week and the smaller project gets a video model that way your doubling your revenue each week

[@NicCeb]

Gotta do what you need to so you can help support your family. Have all our support and much luck 👍

[@NorthDakotaCarGuy]

First of all Congrats on the new kid! I 100% understand where you're coming from with the hours and hours spent on making videos that just don't deliver back. With the rise of tik tok and Facebook KZbin shorts it has taken the attention span of fans and basically through us to the side. The KZbin algorithm makes it especially hard on guys like you and others and it makes me sick. I've been watching you since the MR2 build and have always loved your content! True and genuine! With the rise of prices and everything a lot of people I know and people on KZbin have had to quit their passions just to make ends meet. I hope someday we can all come back and make a living off our passion. Praying for you and your family! Have a merry Christmas and a happy new year!

[@jony6092]

The new kid is a year old now haha, as explained in the video this was filmed 1 year prior to release.

[@yewms123]

Dude we support you no matter how ofter you post! I'm sure I'm not the only one that's just glad nothing bad happened to you or the family and that you are all well! Congratulations on the new addition to the built family 😊 take all the time you need! We will be here if or when your ready!! 👍

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks so much! I wish I could post every day and taking this break made me realize how much I miss this and miss you guys when its not in my life. I'm happy to be posting again and I truly believe I've made the right changes to send the channel in the correct direction again! Thank you so much for being here for me and for the community

[@unrulydubstep3573]

Dude take your time…mental health & your family come first! I feel like if you would of had a team of 3 instead of taking it solo, the burden & work load would of weighted less on your shoulders. Hopefully when you do come back you will have envisioned what you wanted to do before. Merry Christmas to you & you’re family.

[@BeardedPharmacist]

I found your channel because of the Fatsun years ago. I think a few well planned out popular builds in the future can do a lot of growth. Cars however we all know are very expensive, so hopefully as a side gig KZbin can be successful for you.

[@chitos2132]

Keep your head up mu man! You're just through a faze! Do what you think is right and go at it! We're here!

[@jojo1308716]

I’ve been there. Not the KZbin thing, but I did have to give up a few things when the kids got here and I had to give up on a few activities and responsibilities that were making children more complicated. So, you gotta do you. It’s all good and maybe one day your boys will lite a fire and you’ll get back into some seriously unique builds for them. Maybe not. That part of your story hasn’t been written yet. Love bro.

[@andrewwhenkel]

You truly have inspired alot of us to just do it... even if you haven't before.. come back positive ask us to share your videos let us help you...let's get that bad ass MGB GT STANG on the road! God bless you and your family.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Thanks so much Andy! That was the whole goal. I dragged my feet forever on building cars because I thought I had to know it all.. turns out you can just do stuff lol

[@andrewwhenkel]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL Amen brother, Happy New Year.

[@GutZ_47]

my man, i totally feel you on this. the issue i see most people on youtube take is that they expect it to be their "career" as opposed to a hobby, or a side business if you want to look at it from a more adult perspective. never quit on the blue collar money even when the side starts taking off. hope to see you back on here bud!

[@CrossCudi]

man,.. im speechless. ive always felt so connected to you, your builds and your beautiful family. really hope things gets better for you ! enjoy the holidays and may the New Year bring you happiness, peace, and prosperity !

[@pimnmike]

When you start to make money from your hobby/passion so much that it turns into a job. You have to then try to make your job fun. Never works out. This is only the end of a chapter, but not the book. We'll be here

[@riaanwright7211]

You need to do what you need to. I really liked your channel and the builds. All the best for you going forward.

[@SomethingMobile]

You have the ability to make a great video! If your passion is there it seems like people will watch. But maybe the passion and the topic will have to be there. In order for more people to watch. I’m not a pro KZbinr, so it hard for me to justify taking advise from me. I just really see potential in you and your ability. I hate you see you quit this. Especially if all you need is to tweak a few things to get back on trac here on KZbin. I get it though. You need the money now. So yeah, of course you do what has to be done. Plan: find popular topics on the content you would like to post. Start doing KZbin shorts along with long form content Focus on making thumbnails that demand to be clicked. Like the kind of thumbnail that gets someone’s FOMO, fear of missing out going. Like if you don’t click your life will not be complete. There’s so much competition here. As you know. It’s a must to have a thumbnail like this. I believe in you man. You got this.

[@BCs300z]

Making a hobby/passion a job is always difficult and often leads to people breading distain for the things they love doing in their off time. I can say from experience, I enjoyed wrenching a lot more when I let go of the pressure of making content. And although I still do put up vids now and again, not worrying about their success or failure has helped me enjoy what I am doing behind the scenes much much more. Be good to yourself and true to your family and their needs for you as a father and husband. Enjoy what you do and wishing you all the prosperity you desire and deserve.

[@knightime14]

Hey, you do what you have to do. It takes a real man to know when to say when. I do hope that things pick up as I've really enjoyed watching your content here in the UK. Congratulations on the new addition to your family. They are who should come first. I hope this isn't the last that we'll see of you, but if it is, thanks for the content!! Happy Christmas.

[@hjdrenthe9870]

I hope for you that it work out take a rest i hope you Come back stronger 😁👊

[@PapaVrooom]

You clearly aren't alone. Numerous channels have felt the pinch. My first thought is your content may have been throttled down due to the amount of time your kids are on screen. Algorithms are crazy. I know there were times when I wasn't getting notified that your vids were coming out. The make or break point for many channels seems to be when the operation moves from the home garage to a bigger 'better' space. I think that a big part of that is creators start to feel more like it's a job than a creation. Poor SarahNTuned is driving herself crazy with her new shop. Sure the lifts and space make the work easier but it's also cut off from everything else. There are a lot more channels resorting to sponsored videos to keep the doors open. TBH I didn't follow the Mercedes build as closely as the others. One of my first cars was a B510 with a 99hp motor so I LOVED that series. I'm sure looking back through your catalog you can see which videos got watched and which didn't. I think very few viewers are overly concerned with seeing projects get 100% completed. It's the steps along the journey that seem to get the views. You provide some really great unique content. Hope there is plenty more to come. And, as many have expressed, first and foremost hope you and your family are well.

[@jonathanestrada576]

Do what u have to for your family. That’s one of the reason I like your channel because you’re one of us trying to make stuff happen with your builds. If u comeback great. I loved the Corolla build. I think if u come back just stick to one build will make your life easier. And keep it simple. Budget builds like making a truck off road ready or making a 4 door wagon Corolla cool.

[@geancarlomoreno5957]

Was rooting for you hard man! Been watching for some years. Wish you nothing but blessings in your future endeavors ❤️🙏🏼 the love you have for your family has shown in videos. My favorite clips were watching your sons waddle into the camera and pick up tools to help.

[@DariusBuildz]

You have to put your family first and as a father of 2, I completely understand it. You do what you have to do and create content when you can! No one can fault you for that. Best of luck and i hope everyone shows up like that should to support you and the amazing work that you do!

[@RegulusTV]

Man I’ve watched a lot of your videos and I just wanna say I got mad respect for you and whatever you do for income i wish you the best of luck man

[@brokebutfunctioninggarage]

it sucks to hear that youre going.... but i get it. Family first ALWAYS. you've always shown that your family is the most important thing in your life. theres no shame in that. Im proud that youre smart enough to see this for yourself and being man enough to admit the short comings so you can continue to provide for your wife and kids. Sending some prayers and love your and your families way. stay strong brother.

[@purrpleunicorn]

hope you work everything out, keep grinding

[@andrewjohnson442]

Man I understand life gets the best of you, you were and still are my favorite KZbinr, do what's best for you I'll always be here,

[@dumbaccount6855]

Still remember the first video of the MR2 🤌