ToolBox Organization HACKs

[@FishinNStuff]

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[@racerx12003r]

Thanks for the ideas for organization. I'm a diesel mechanic (have been for going on 35 years) and I learned early on about keeping organized in your box. At a glance I can tell if something is MIA and can pretty much walk up to either of my boxes, open a drawer and blindly grab the proper tool, or when someone wants to borrow something, tell them which drawer and what position it's in. Thanks for some great ideas.

[@FishinNStuff]

I agree , there's nothing worse than my tools going MIA

[@EfficientRVer]

This the first video of yours that I've seen. I'm impressed.

[@CatfishandCrappie]

My wife said "Thanks A lot Keith" with a mad look on her face... And I did see my sticker!!! LOL

[@silvergrizzly316]

😄Right! I just got a Harbor Freight credit card two days ago, Keith damn sure ain't helping my addiction😂

[@daisho47]

This is one of the hands down best videos I've every seen.....Thank you!

[@bloop6812]

I've had the same socket holders since 1993 when I attended the Marine Mechanics Institute in Orlando Florida, was a Marine Mechanic for a few years until I got out of the Industry. Now I'm retired and getting back into welding after getting my degree in welding technology. Thank you for this video these tool storage options will be my next purchases at Harbour Fright😊

[@FishinNStuff]

My buddy David that's on a lot of the videos . His son graduated from there too .

[@Standswithabeer]

gotta say, Taiwan ain't china for purposes of manufacturing identification. Virtually everything i have gotten from Taiwan over the years has been technically good; actually, i prefer Taiwanese tools, if i can get them. i'm not a professional anything, however. Heck, i've had the same potato peeler for over twenty years, made in Taiwan, and i'll fight you if you try to take it from me, lol.

[@diesel09]

I also have supported them cus they are the closest to being like the USA than any other Asian country. Plus china hates them so that means something lol. They do manufacture good tools.

[@josuecaleb5053]

I'll fight you if you fight me for trying to take it from you.

[@bryceg5709]

China gets a bad reputation for what we spec out. If you dont want lead in your children spoons tell them you dont want lead. Or just dont cry when you need to do the recall. For higher quality, what ends up happening is as you spec higher tolerence the lack of expertise in china makes their price go up. They know they can make your HF mini lathe but as you want a nicer version the chinese cannot do it in bulk cheap. Then Taiwan is better then German then US. We can do high end for $$$$ china can do low end for $ taiwan is mid range for $$

[@Dragonited]

Taiwan is also a democracy with a bit better regulations. So that's a win too.

[@rainypath96]

Taiwanese products are good in my experience too

[@jatlast]

Great video. I must admit I was initially put off by the grammatical rule-bending, which usually implies poor content. However, Fishin N Stuff drew me in with excellent video editing to back his steady stream of valuable examples. I got new ideas and soon realized the humor and self-deprecation being adeptly employed by Fishin N Stuff that I would not have discovered if I had followed my initial inclinations. Thank you for sharing your insights.

[@Free_Pureblood]

It is good that you are slowly learning not to act like a pompous jackass. Congratulations, and keep up the good work!

[@dnickelson]

@@Free_PurebloodIke dem right dare

[@whirledpeaz5758]

I like that you picked a Mopar Orange power strip. I appreciate your ideas, got me brainstorming for my US General 30" tool cart.

[@cbmech2563]

For both pliers and wrenches I use 8 gauge solid copper wire coiled up. It's cheaper and very adjustable, plus it takes up less space.

[@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594]

Can you post an example?

[@cbmech2563]

@@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594 not a clue how to post anything, but you take a piece of 1 to 1 1/2 pvc depending on what diameter you want, a piece of 8 gauge solid wire with or without insulation, 20 or 25 feet long and wind it tight around the pipe. I put the pipe loosely in the pipe jaws of a vice so it will rotate, put the wire into a hole in one end and use a medium sized alignment bar in a hole in the other end to turn it. You can do the same thing with 1/4 inch brake tubing on a 2 inch pipe for bigger wrenches. Then I laid the coil on a piece of pallet board and zip tied every 5 or 6 inches. I made it a smaller diameter for my metric wrenches under 12mm. You can vary the diameter to whatever works best for the wrenches you are working with. The coil does still shift forward and back and I haven't decided yet the best way to cure it. Maybe a piece of 3/8s flat bar run through the coil and screwed down at each end? It's annoying but not that annoying that Have to fix it.

[@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594]

Thank you!

[@cbmech2563]

@@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594 you're welcome, always willing to try and help other mechanics. I had a lot of good mechanics help me when I was younger and I try to pass it on

[@jameslaw3740]

Magnetic strips are awesome on the boat also. I use a 12" strip for hanging my lures on , until they dry , before I replace them in my tackle box....as a salmon fisherman , we like to call it washing lures , after awhile you can wash quite a few lures in a day.....👍 👍 🇨🇦

[@RoadhogRNA]

Sir, I watch vids everyday and this is the best one I seen in months. Thank You, I wanted to go to Harbor Frighet anyways.

[@FishinNStuff]

I really appreciate you watching

[@P46345]

I started out using HF magnetic strips for my screwdrivers, they work so well I started using them for my pliers, wrenches, ratchets and extensions. I just lay them in a drawer and put my tools on them.

[@pe456nj]

The best socket holders that work for me are the us general magnetic rail. Sockets stay on tight the rail can be placed upside down and on it side without a single socket falling out. You can also customize them by cutting them short and adding or deleting clips. I replaced all of mine. I got them with coupons. I have extra clips and rails just in case.

[@FishinNStuff]

Those are nice . I'm really liking those icon tools with holders . But I can't justify replacing all mine lol

[@wjpreslar]

I use those as well. Really nice.

[@mudgyver5205]

I was skeptical but after a few minutes, I must say good stuff and thanks for sharing.

[@jeffreyesguitar5129]

I've organized and reorganized the shed multiple times. These ideas will help me finally get it done.

[@amosmoses139]

You do an excellent job with this video, and I really like your voice, I could listen to you all day. Very precise and three flow of the video is great!

[@bronzearmy2645]

Thanks for idea; I bought my wife one of those knee mats. She looked confused at first but eventually she got it.

[@stevewheatley243]

Lol.😈😂

[@robbiebaker2412]

LOL That was thoughtful of you

[@Razorusskie]

Love your description of everything. That down home southern voice and you make it all sound so simple.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you , I try lol 😆

[@cranberriesdoodle1450]

I would jump on the Icon bandwagon just for the cool nice holders they come with!

[@robert5]

Just bought one of those bit holders. Thought it was cool. I had a remote outside job where I took it and stuck it to my tractor bucket because I was doing a mailbox install. The little SOB fell off the bucket and the bits stuck in it popped out and went everywhere. That sucked. So that thing will stay in the shop and not get used like that again. These are good just don't expect the bits to stay put if you ever drop it. Too bad the magnet on the back is not stronger. Oh well. I did buy some of these HF strip magnets and do use those to hold and organize bits works good. Last time those went on sale I bought a bunch of em.

[@caseyjones8203]

Excellent, you gave me some great ideas. What's obvious to some people others like me need alittle help. Great video, thank you. And l come from the south and I appreciate your accent. Preciate it buddy, your on the right track.

[@hellpig4309]

Always pushing Harbor Freight! Your Chinese accent gives your game away, lol Thanks, some good ideas!

[@FishinNStuff]

Haha 😄 I know right lol . Sometime accused me of being sponsored by them lol I wish

[@artszabo1015]

Very useful video, thank you Sir. Art from Ohio

[@OzarkGuysFishing]

I always love watching your videos when I can. I noticed your award from YT on your tool box in the background. Congrats on getting that.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you . I appreciate it

[@o.smallwood4268]

Appreciate all the great ideas and inspiration; now off to the tool store...

[@LivinWith3M]

Best of the best right here folks. Great job Keith. 🤙🏼

[@DEADorALIVEkayaking]

Another excellent video, Keith! Harbor Freight needs to seriously consider sending you a check every month! Stay Safe!

[@joshua511]

I was wondering if this is a paid advertisement, lol.

[@jeffboe357]

Not sure how I haven’t seen your channel before but I sees what I like and I like what I sees. New sub 👍

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you very much

[@robertrobbins1367]

This is EXACTLY what I needed I know what you are saying.. Thanks!

[@redrockplumber5124]

You can use the lid with the magnet holders to add space.

[@MissingPersonsMysteries]

You can use a Dremel to cut out the shape of the tool. Saved me a BUNCH of time!!! 9:59

[@kaleoariola]

The best Harbor Freight commercial yet!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you . I wish they'd sponsor me lol

[@salemal-kisswani4047]

And I shall be using all 12, thank you sir

[@MtnBadger]

I worked for years as an ASE tech, thank goodness my wife is a manager at Harbor Freight. 😊

[@Fit4MeHealthCoaching]

just in time as I'm organizing my tool box. Harbor freight here i come

[@christopherelrod8788]

That strip is the best i only have one plug i have access to at work so the strip charges my lights,electric tools, and fan and the other open wall plug i keep a drop cord on to use the ac machine battery charger and welder

[@beerdrinker6452]

Great video. I have very few boxes. I do have five ammo cans, but each can is for very specific things. Cut off wheels, etc. Each can has a large label. I hung concrete reinforce wire on all my shop walls. I use dollar store hooks. 90 percent of my stuff is hung and I can see almost all my tools at a glance. Even stuff inside the box it came in. Ratchets, heat gun, drills, etc. I gotta get the cordless drill organizer that you showed. That would free up work bench space. I also use a lot of dollar store super magnets. I love being organized. Great video. Thank you.

[@FishinNStuff]

Those are some great ideas

[@mattdagger1480]

This gave me some ideas for tool organizers I may be able to make with my 3d printer for even less than harbor freight! Gonna try to make some insert organizers for my kobalt case stack tool boxes!

[@FishinNStuff]

That's a great idea

[@nole8923]

I guess what I’m interested in are bins that sit on shelves in my storage shed. Bins for nuts, bolts, washers, joist hangers, braces, etc. probably something like how ace hardware had their bins for nuts, bolts, washers, etc.

[@timothystevenhoward]

Thanks for the tips and the laughs

[@Santaanacanyon]

Loved this video. You Tube needs more dudes like you…informative and entertaining.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you very much

[@rauladame2105]

Magnetic bit holders? You just saved me hours of work making my own. Thank you!

[@stompylee]

My garage looks like I took yellow and red drills, put them in my toolbox shook everything up and poured it on my project boat and bench. I know what I’m doing this weekend.

[@brianlykins6663]

All right, Keith, all good ideas. Those side boxes, if anybody gets one, they are great boxes by tge way, if your tool box is pretty much stationary, there good to hang on. If you roll your toolbox around, do yourself a favor after it is set in place, put a couple of bolts through the sidewall and into the main toolbox. Retired aircraft mechanic and took me one move of holding the sidebox to steer with, and it mostly came off the toolbox, solved that problem quickly. After you use one a while, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. Wrench racks, socket rails are a must. Other tool racks, personal preference, they do help organize though. Brother, I hope when you showed your sockets and ratchets, that was overspray on em and not rust. Agree with you on the brand names using foreign mfg and put their name and higher price on it, not cool. Stop and think, all the brands of tool boxes out there, like batteries and most every other mass production items, there isn't bu a couple of box manufacturers and they just make them with different specs and put different names on em. So just because you you go to buy a Snap On, Mac or whatever toolbox, look at some of tge "cheaper" brands. I'm really impressed with the quality of the new HF toolboxes. God bless you and your family, brother . And stay safe on all these trips over to Harbor Freight, don't get run over in the parking lot.

[@domosautomotive1929]

The HF side box has holes near the bottom and bolts to secure it to your rollcab. With a couple cuts with an angle grinder I put the side cab drawers on my 5 drawer HF cart.

[@rayzer6997]

Good to see you shining some light on Harbor Freight there Keith. Amazing how they've lasted this long. I remember "wishbooking" through their catalogs in the late 70's when everything they sold sucked...30 some odd years later and Harbor Freight has seriously stepped up their game, specifically in the last 3 years or so. Regardless, awesome video. Shows a lot of thought and effort went into it. -Ray

[@FishinNStuff]

I also remember when everything sucked at Harbor Freight lol . They still carry that bad wrap till today , even though every store buys the same Chinese tools now

[@MauriS69]

Very well oganized tool box

[@la5150hi-lophoto]

You are one funny guy...I watch your videos even when I have no interest in the topic but just need a good laugh. However, this video will help me organize my tool shed which drives me crazy when I have to look for that random tool and can't find it:).

[@fernandochavez4312]

All really great tips. Thanks

[@JonahLyman1776]

Another good place to get organizers is from Ernst Manufacturing. Around the same price and sometimes even less then Harbor Freight. Also made in Merica.

[@johndemore6402]

I'm a DIY Guy so I liked the drawer mat for your socket wrenches Cut a strip off and put cuts in it and You've got screwdriver/wrench holders a lot of good ideas to make tools holder for myself I'm way to cheap to pay $20 for a socket holder&bit holder

[@rudispruell883]

Love you, Brother! Always enjoy your vids! Keep up the good work!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you

[@meyeame8956]

My man! Thanks for sharing bro

[@robertgreenwood8029]

mind blown great video

[@lossless4129]

Yank, I do see what ya sayin’ cheers!

[@SuperJason102]

Great video I used a lot of those things already for my tools.

[@kylelevesque9474]

This dudes hilarious 😂 You know what I’m sayin?

[@FishinNStuff]

I know what you sayin lol 😆

[@williamvarner1406]

Cut your mats with a soldering iron….Awesome

[@FreedomFishing]

Always enjoy the detail you put into your vids man. Even if you spoke about something wrong, you admit it and correct it with a short overlayed clip. Also enjoy the blue outro over the red. 🤙

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you

[@kwantao69]

Just stumbled on this Vid. Very informative, great preso and you had me laughing several times. I really enjoyed it. Thanks. BTW, I subscribed. Drew

[@FishinNStuff]

I appreciate that . I try to make em entertaining and informative the best I can .

[@cyberguypr]

15:15 the doubt in the next number in the sequence is hilarious.

[@daviddura1172]

found a good deal on 9mm ammo.... came in neat plastic ammo holders that I couldn't just throw away.. those screw driver bits fit real nice IN THOSE BULLET HOLES...KEEP EM right there on my work bench....ALSO....my favorite is those 18 inch mag strips at H F... priced best on sale, sometimes 3$

[@greggdsciotto8952]

Greats hacks!! Lov it!!

[@saxon6]

Paying American prices for Chinese wrenches. Well put, Keith.

[@williamparrish673]

Dude, I gotta start a KZbin channel so I can get paid for cleaning up my tool box! Just sayin. Good job thanks.

[@FishinNStuff]

Yep hahaha

[@CatfishWeekly]

Another great video Keiith!!

[@denoftools]

I think that I've tried every socket org system out there and I still have not found one I like

[@FishinNStuff]

I don't doubt that a bit . Ive watched alot of your tool videos in the past I agree . The best part about the Harbor Freight organization systems is , they are cheaper than most .

[@ScottHaun]

i should put a reminder to watch this video annually and use some of the ideas again

[@chuckmckee2741]

I actually used a utensil organizer my wife no longer used. It’s easy to cut to fit the drawer space you need it to fit in.

[@sherrycohen1824]

Happy birthday! These are terrific ideas. I'll be going to Harbor Freight Tools to buy some of those organizers for my tools and my husband's tools. Also, that cord holde will work well on his smoker. I'm paranoid about tripping on the cord in the garage.

[@choiceblade]

BEST counting I ever seen! Got my sub on the first video.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you very much lol 😆 I really do appreciate that by the way

[@AB-ot3bc]

Yes Harbor Freight does have a lot of good stuff and deals “you know what I mean“

[@FishinNStuff]

I know what your sayin 😁

[@Coptermandan72]

I used the anti fatigue mats from HF to make my tool organizers. Nice…

[@lydiahubbell6278]

how?

[@DaddyyCrab]

You should do as live stream soon. It’d be hilarious. 😂

[@njstorozuk]

Why do I feel nostalgia when the Chinese Snap On video came on at 8:56?? I'm glad you mentioned that. If Snap On is turning to China, there's no sense in me buying new tools. I'm going to stick to buy used and cleaning the rust off!

[@FishinNStuff]

blue point is China made, I don't think Snap on is but they've been caught before.

[@coreydarr8464]

I have used the first wench holder for files.☺

[@redroosterranches]

Hears the “I love magnetic bottoms” and I can’t help but say how did you miss the attractive bottoms joke? 🤣

[@chrissewell1608]

Here we go again! Socket to me! 😂

[@FishinNStuff]

Lmbo

[@eastcoastken]

I used the magnetic strips to keep my Kobalt sockets organized in my old box. Worked great until I upgraded tools.

[@joepacheco7979]

Dang-it! In Hawaii we ain't got a Harbor Freights or an Ikea. We got beaches though... with homeless on 'em, so when you go for a dip you get hypodermic needles or feces stuck in your feet. Aloha! (cue: Hawaiian music)

[@yarnbomber2166]

If you don't care what it looks like, Dollar Tree has rubber drawer lining. I'm just sayin'.

[@tuberstitious]

They also have p&s faux stone backsplash you can use to customize your work area...

[@hunterthomas5493]

I use Eva foam for everything floor mats tool organizer ect you can get it at hobby lobby in the craft it comes in sheets or rolls

[@FishinNStuff]

Yep . They also have EVA Foam clay

[@D-B-Cooper]

I put some magnets on my wood lathe to hold tools and accessories and they won’t fall off. My tools are now so magnetic that they keep diverting and sticking to stuff. I have some screwdrivers that I can’t get into a tight spot in my van motor without it veering off and sticking to something else.

[@bradleypease2492]

You can pick up a de magnatising block for like 3 dollars and trust me it’s worth it

[@backwoodsboy8355]

Love the vid, I have the same tool box as yours!

[@jimcooney9019]

well I think that was a cool video. I'm definitely going to try some of them

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir

[@RenegadesGarage]

Fishin N Stuff.. Oh yeah new subscriber here..

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir I really appreciate that . And thank you correcting me too . I hat saying stuff wrong

[@RenegadesGarage]

@@FishinNStuff No worries. It's all good. I wasn't trying to correct you. I was just letting you know who made what and who owns what. I didn't know if you knew all that or not.That's it.

[@Grunt49]

Thank you

[@vdubpowered]

I cut some pegboard and Dow rods that fit in the drawer for sockets

[@wingrider1004]

Awesome.

[@PalmettoCats]

Lookit all dem whisker awards!!

[@TheChillBison]

I had those socket trays for a bit, but moved to magnetic ones from Amazon that work better for me

[@FishinNStuff]

I like the magnetic kind . I've thought about switching as well

[@TheSuburban15]

a lot of this can be done with a 3D printer, some magnets and hot glue, but sometimes it's just better to buy an off-the-shelf item If you need something bigger than the kneeling pads, look for those stadium seat cushions

[@Crazy-s8s]

All great tips and ideas sir👍🏻 My grandfather always taught me from my earliest memories of watching him work, then as I got old enough to start helping always stressed, a clean tool and neatly organized work bench and tool storage boxes are happy tools. I’m proud to admit that in my 60+ years now I’ve always followed those words of wisdom. Always enjoy your videos so much too and thank you till next time. Take care and have a good day.

[@danothemano1]

I follow the same Philosophy. Taught my kids the same thing. In the end, you will save time if you clean your tools and put them away. The next time you start wrenching, it will go much faster because you know where everything is.

[@FishinNStuff]

Your Grandfather was a smart man

[@Crazy-s8s]

@@FishinNStuff Thank you sir, he taught me a lot that I’ll always stick. Looking forward to your next video, always enjoy them. Take care and see ya then👍🏻

[@notyouraveragegoldenpotato]

I just spent the other day vinegar and peroxide dipping an entire bucket full of rusted (reeeaaaalllllly rusted) tools I'd found out and about, and then zinc electroplating them all again. (Some were kids stealing wm and leaving them out in the yard for god knows what) im So busy. So Many projects working late into the night, alot gets left around. Have multiple project cars, motor builds, home maintenance and upgrades, 40 chickens I had to build a big nice coop and run for recently, plus a never ending list of big projects. My garage is a MESS. I've been a mechanic (classic restoration and performance mods) for a living. Been an Ironworker for a living. Done construction for a living. I have alllllllllllll the tools. Probably 10 of each socket at least lol. Plus a big 5'×7' high power C02 cnc laser cutter/engraver in my garage. It's a MESS. My project today is to tame it and get it back to how I used to operate. Besides the never ending honey-do and must do list. The garage and my projects wad my happy place. And it's been unusable for a while. One car Parked in there and a billion other things and tools all helter skelter from late night project after late night project. It's a really large 2 car detached garage. Have a workbench with low cabinets that runs 100% of the width of the garage and I still (if it was clean) have enough space to park 2 cars in there with enough left over room to easily pull a motor and transmission with an engine hoist without being cramped. Thanks for the ideas

[@Omnivorous1One]

That add on toolbox I had to order first they dont carry extras in stock. I forget if I had to pay for it when I ordered but they don’t carry them in stock. I looked & checked their stock &it said they had one at a specific location but when I went there they said that was one somebody ordered & had not picked up yet. I had to special order it & then a week or two later it arrived at my local HF.

[@FishinNStuff]

They told me that the new version of it is coming out in November. That could be why they are hard to find . I think they are clearing out the old versions

[@Johnny-pn6qu]

Thanks

[@Auto-Bots.Custom.Detailing]

Great video!!

[@ParkDari]

Yay

[@Rick_Rdz]

You know what I'm SAYIN' 👍🏻

[@imsowright90]

Thanks for the info.

[@gonzalez7805]

Awesome