Setting Up and Using a FASTCUT Plasma Table for The FIRST TIME!

[@ViceGripGarage]

This video is really blowing minds reading through comments. 1. Yes, this video is old. I work 7 days a week 100+ hrs consistently - editing this channels content is farther down my task list. 2. Yes, this is the same table I've had for awhile. 3. See #2. No, this is not another new table. 4. Getting a piece of equipment doesn't change a person. 5. I understand there's a lot of people that can't afford a table. But does that mean a guy that can make it happen through hard work, grit and determination shouldn't get one because a friend can't? With this mentality, there literally wouldn't be any successful businesses in the world.

[@RediscoveredTruths]

Never be sorry for your own success. It is what drives our nation to be great.

[@Kipplauf]

If they can't put the clues together to begin with, they aren't worth trying to explain stuff to anyways. Just glad for some content on this channel, better late than never!

[@garysimonson9593]

VGG has evolved from a side project startup to where it is today in a very short time. It is a business now. That's still a good thing. I couldn't have pulled it off but my hat is off to you.

[@motownpontiac]

People are allergic to hard work.

[@VPTfab]

Ignore the naysayers, just get after it and don't look back!

[@Zapdos6996]

The fact that there are not only negative comments, but mean spirited comments literally baffles me. These naysayers only out themselves and show how small minded, lazy, jealous and have no determination and drive to better themselves. They give up without even trying and say that's impossible, and then get mad at the ones who have shown them that with hard work and determination, anything is possible. Thank you Derek. You and your family deserve every bit of success you have acquired. Thank you for being the role model you are. And don't let the naysayers do anything to you, except give you more drive and fuel to feed your success.

[@paulmartin8212]

Amen. well said

[@robertfandel9442]

What have you done. The old stuff still works just the way it is.

[@CBRHurricane6]

Well said man!

[@rileykortemusic]

Everything Derek has he has EARNED. He EARNED that brand new shop. He EARNED this plasma table. He EARNED what seems to be a loving and caring family. To all of you who say he is going above his station or that he is not the same KZbinr, your right. He has made himself a higher, more comfortable and enjoyable station and he has become most likely the best mechanic themed KZbinr ever… Derek, you are living and loving all of our dreams and some people can’t handle that I suppose. Keep fighting the good fight ✌️

[@ianrs6310]

Lazy asses are triggered by other peoples accomplishments.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

💯 Percent agree @Riley Korte Music

[@mikepotter6426]

Don’t forget his family.

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

Thanks for reminding us dad.......

[@markbrown6236]

You did the work and grew your channel, with Jessica's help, and now you are getting the nice tools you deserve.

[@PowRKord]

Not sure if you realize this, but since you're going to be making stuff for the store you've more-than-likely created a full-time job for someone right off-the-bat and part-time if not full-time going forward from initial stock run. Congrats!

[@mightymikethebear]

I am sure someone near him wants a job. This may be a great career building opportunity for a young person.

[@wildbill23c]

Probably one of his boys will be running that thing pretty soon.

[@carkotta]

Either that or have a sheet feeder , Abb robotic arm which you can get from a auction for 1500 , or a conveyor table .

[@harry1547]

He can teach his wife she don't do nothing anyways lol

[@DaveBurcham]

LOL LOL LOL@@harry1547

[@williamgraham2319]

Oh yeah I'm ready. Hope your healing up good brother. Great live stream the other day. The family and myself sure appreciate your hard work.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you

[@kerrylewis2581]

The live was great and hopefully the YALE manual will help a guy out

[@CavanalK5]

Side gig idea….put the tiny humans to scooping up those trimmed pieces (like the 3 round pieces and the V, G, and G if they’re sizable enough. Tack the letters together for keychains. Set the Bieri boys up with an etching kit…makeshift with old style battery charger, q-tips, and a salt water solution. With some stencils they can etch designs into those blanks and make key chains or other cool stuff. (Looks up knife etching or makers mark etching for how to’s)

[@rhwerkman]

The idea is good, but to cut a hole you need a lead in, and it would take out a chunk of the waste that you want to keep.

[@mickisix9092]

@@rhwerkman or just a drill press, no need to use the big cutter on that.

[@hansosl]

You earned this table from hard work. You helped me through hard times. I'm watching for 3 years now, found this channel after my wifey died. You are a good guy and love to see you gettin your dream Shop together.

[@MrLotrecht]

I think if you look back when you are in your twenties-you never thought to get such a good garage- workshop, so I congratulate you for that! Its deserved! One of your boys will love it forever !

[@stevevanhorn4170]

Wow! I've been wondering about the story with this machine. It is just TOO COOL! I love everything about metal work and I know that you'll put your creative genius to work with it. Also, I think it's great that you have something like this that your kids can learn on too, if they are interested. They have such a great head start on life with parents like you and Jessica. Congratulations, and thanks for including us on these videos! All the best to you and the family!

[@VPTfab]

Nice little trick with plasma tables too. Use a standard fax/print/scan scanner to scan gaskets and then just upload the image to the tables software and convert to a cut path and you can make a flange. Being in TN get an air drier for your compressed air if you dont already have one.

[@ViceGripLodge]

Awesome!!

[@patrickrooney5130]

Nothing stopping you now buddy. I wish you the very best of luck. Vgg is the best channel on KZbin.

[@CBRHurricane6]

Says a guy with NO content, don’t be a troll

[@neilstandish455]

So happy for you Derek. I've worked with plasmas before and your going love it. It's going to make things much easier for you and it will pay for itself in no time 👍👍👍

[@Hobodeluxe960]

oh he's sold a few of those vgg hood support thingies I'll bet. this video is one he's made several months ago. probably kept it in reserve for just such an occasion. he needed to rest and it's a big week with Bristol coming up.

[@Sammywhat]

What a fantastic tool! I was surprised that the edges weren't hot when a guy went and picked the part up just after cutting. Outstanding!!

[@jeffmentzer9186]

That's awesome Derek!!! As always, thank you very much for bringing us along on your adventure!!!

[@FourIntoOne]

Awesome. I am really really pleased for you - you guys have come a long way since working on a phone in a 2 car garage. Thank you for taking me along with you.

[@SadPuppySoup]

The one thing I can tell ya is keep a good and clean tip and the cuts come out as nice as a piece of art. We sure have came a long way from the oxy acetylene torch and arc welding days huh. A 4x8 table ya say, man the things you will be able to make.

[@robertfandel9442]

The old stuff works fine on a Pantagraph how do people think things were made.? I've run them all.

[@TRGreen-dk1mb]

Glad you could get the new cutting table. You can really expand your capability with it. Keep that success going!

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Awesome. Derick, once you start messing with CNC technology your mind goes in overdrive. My husband has an old Bridgeport and a lathe in the garage. He is 67 years old and had jumped the CNC worrld now. All he does is smile nowadays. :)

[@kerrylewis2581]

I can't say that I blame him.

[@andjp7382]

Sweet setup! On a side note, NEVER leave your power strips plugged in when you are not using them as they have been known to catch fire! Same goes for your battery chargers for all your cordless tools. I have seen a few shops get burnt to the ground from them.

[@tburda823]

Best thing you can invest in is good power distribution units if you need them. They can be had for around $85 bucks but they're designed to carry the power. What we use in racks for large servers and other IT equipment. Power strips are just......some are really really bad.

[@valleytractorservices9310]

Power strips don't randomly catch on fire, UL certs test is crazy to pass.

[@andjp7382]

@@valleytractorservices9310 I have seen a few burn, but hey believe what you want.

[@Kboettcher801]

Finally the video on the plasma table! Fast cut guys hooked a Derek up. My brain would explode if I had something like this. I LOVE using a 3d printer, but this is on a whole other level. Awesome Derek! So excited for what's to come!

[@PowellRoadDIY]

I’m the general foreman over a processing department and we have a 18’ wide by 187’ Messer table with 800 amp cutting capability. It will cut up to 8” steel plate. Has three gantries with oxy fuel on all three and the plasma head will bevel up to a 45 degree 360 degrees. Currently we cutting components for the new Columbia submarine. It’s a beast.

[@tonykemper8896]

I love seeing you get new and exciting tools or shop upgrades! you work hard to entertain us and you and your family deserve all the success you've had and more! looking forward to some vgg license plates.

[@RediscoveredTruths]

Thanks for giving entertainment worth watching. My family doesn't have cable TV anymore. You are part of the main forms of entertainment. You're a great American. God bless!

[@joeday4293]

I got VGG on the KZbins, and Motor Trend TV on the "watch free" streaming channels on my boob tube. What does a guy need cable for?

[@RediscoveredTruths]

@@joeday4293 I've been without it for two years and don't miss it at all. Actually, my life is better without it.

[@kevincollins8014]

That is definitely a really amazing piece of equipment. The possibilities are endless 👍😁

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

What a Gorgeous custome Factcut CNC table @Vice Grip Lodge @Vice Grip Garage

[@ramblerestorations]

The future is now…right now! Awesome upgrade for the shop!

[@date6431]

That’s awesome, I’m a machinist myself, I work in the burg at Walker/Allison. We machine a lot of the heavy duty bell housings and what nots.. it’s amazing how easy you can put in a sketch and actually cut an make something that precise and that quick

[@chipprice1174]

For a guy like you, this able will be a game changer. Before you know it, you'll be designing all kinds of stuff! Oh, and you might wanna consider enclosing your table in a room of it's own. Or you begin to notice everything is covered in a black dust, that will turn brown over time, or if left outside, it'll turn brown fast.Congrats on the table sir!

[@robertcarson2228]

Derek, I applaud your forward looking adventure into technology. A few tips I send your way to avert the cash flow problem that even capitalizing high cost CNC machinery: - You really need 2 shifts of table cutting per day to pay for a CNC machine, plus it's overhead, I.e., facilities, support, repair, and insurance. - It's much cheaper to outsource "plate" needs, here's why in addition the first bullet, - Practically all cut outs will require a bend or brake operation and bolt hole punch and even some welding. If you remember the power equipment factory you and your family visited in Missouri, their laser table was captive but had tremendous demand on it for parts, also it was followed by brakes, punching machines, and welding operations. - Again, it's much cheaper to outsource one-off brackets and unique auto parts. Your builds are hand crafted, I very much recommed drawing a line shape on the metal plate and using a simple low cost hand held plasma cutter to rough out a shape then spend 15' dressing and drilling. - If you already own the CNC table then advertise like craze to a niche automotive home builders market to fill as much time as you can schedule into that machine, otherwise the fine thing will become a very costly albatross around your company. - Trust me, I am very qualified to make these strong suggestions. Here's the Bob Carson Rule for CNC Machines (and other costly tools) "The Machine Must be Bought to Make You Money, NOT Save You Money." -You have a wonderful program and a beautiful family, I really want you to be utterly successful, for the sake of a whole lot of Americans who are learning from you how to be self reliant and courageous. God's Speed.

[@glengillies4654]

Hey Derek awesome bit of kit. Would definitely come in handy with the burnout ute build. Eagerly waiting for the next episode on that build. Love the channel mate 👍👍👍

[@dennyb3518]

Well fella, you have a big ole heart! That is always a great thing, no matter what certain comments by thoughtless, jealous people may be posted!! My wife and I watch several channels on KZbin.... you're of course being in the top of our favorites. Continue the great videos, but just as importantly.... continue to do you!

[@ffsteve71]

Nice brother. I run a 400 Amp plasma table (10'x40'). Cuts up to 2.5 inches thick and down to 24 gauge. Have fun!!.

[@MrMattDat]

Damn buddy! All of that work is really paying off! Keep it up! Can't wait to see what you do with this new tool.

[@wijibo6772]

That is awesome. So many custom part possibilities.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video as always Derek @Vice Grip Lodge

[@goovoo1408]

Congratulations on the purchase Derek can't wait to see it in action

[@ViceGripLodge]

Thanks!

[@williamrupley7605]

So happy that your hard work and talents have paid off for you.

[@censored1360]

Wow Awesome. I was surprised after all that cutting you can pick up the metal pieces w/o GLOVES!!!! Thats Epic.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Awesome addition to your shop! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@aerialimagesbydoug5733]

Great addition to the shop! cant wait for what's next!

[@monkeyfoodgarden]

Very happy for Y'all. Sure has been a big help to your projects. Can't wait to see what else you get to make some more great projects. Wishing all y'all a blessed one and can't wait for the next videos.

[@gregmccarthy6011]

Came a long way pal , happy for you and your family. Locking forward to seeing you use that piece of equipment in future vids.

[@kerryevans7413]

Such a Great upgrade for the VGG shop. That will help you out on cutting out any type of bracket that you my need.

[@bigdaddy741098]

Man I'm jealous of that machine lol. What an awesome unit and company.

[@tylerhensley3639]

A guys feelin absolutely happy all for the reason that I have that exact controller myself! And also amazing content, I love every second of em all!

[@aproudamerican2692]

*Congratulations on getting this awesome machine.* You're going to have so much fun with this. If you can dream it the machine can cut it.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

That hypertherm 85 is sweet Derek @Vice Grip Lodge

[@baronclime6423]

Great to see some of the backstory. I would potentially consider having a "fab shed"for stuff like this. The metal particles from plasma cutting and laser cutting go everywhere. Not to mention welding (which isn't as bad) and other stuff. You have some very nice vehicles and many beaters. I would definitely separate the storage location from the working location. Great stuff as usual though. Glad you got down local-ish to me. Hope to maybe run into you guys one of these days. You guys keep being you.

[@markg.2501]

Man... I love this channel!!! Thanks for taking us along for the ride Derek

[@majoraslayer64]

It bottles the mind how many possibilities this opens up for a feller. I'm in TN myself (Crossville), and know what you mean by having trouble finding parts nearby. If I had the skills in drafting and the budget, the first thing I'd make is some rear control arm correction brackets for my Jeep JK. A few companies offer front brackets as an alternative to expensive aftermarket control arms, but I've not found anyone who makes brackets for the rear. It's odd, considering a guy kinda needs them to fix the entire pinion angle correctly on a lift, but I digress. With this thing you're limited only by imagination (or in my case, skill lol)

[@Tedjenkins55]

You don't get anything sat on your backside and it don't come to you on a plate.,you have to get up and chase the dream. That means up's and downs lefts and rights and anything in between but if you focus and work hard anything is possible. Derek and his family are inspiring and genuine and proves the dream is possible. Congratulations guys on your success.

[@supermanrube]

That machine is amazing. I like how it gets so close to the edge. Very little waste. You guys are awesome.

[@Leroys_Stuff]

This is a great addition can’t wait to see you get going.

[@michaelhaslett3742]

It's already going. He's had it in for months and been using it for lots of things.

[@Leroys_Stuff]

@@michaelhaslett3742 I know I’ve seen him using it on the main channel

[@roymazac2532]

That is great that you are able get this. You will have fun with it. Thanks for sharing

[@gilbertdare5921]

I love to see good stuff like this happen for you!

[@shawnnewsome7767]

Awesome.. Brings back 9 years of memories. Ran Nissan Tanaka, Mitsubishi LV, LXP, 94,000 psi water jets, vipros 358 turret press. Truck driving 7 yrs now. I used to make alot of military parts. Hum V doors, gunner shields, even made 2 gun turrets for a naval ship and they were about 18,000lbs a pc without a cannon.. Tons of other parts but mainly militarata😂...Alot of learning and fun sometimes.

[@loralkinney]

I would suggest relocating air compressors out back with a lean-to roof over them to get rid of noise

[@dogpotter]

Glad to see you've got the plasma table up and running. I know you've had it a while but am happy to see thye set up vid for it. now you don't have to hide it out . thanks for the hard work you put into your channels I really enjoy watching them.. in fact I'm going to watch another one when I get through here.

[@MrMiked37]

Can’t wait to see what you do with this thing. The hood savers are awesome

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks!

[@stevenkeilbart1305]

😢dddddddddduddioo

[@stevenreynolds2327]

Um, if those hoods cant bend, in a head on, they might just come straight back thru the windshield and visit a feller

[@inmate666]

​@@stevenreynolds2327 they do.ive seen it first hand and people have died in light front end collisions that they would of walked away from without them. But they do work and look good and will save a 100 hood.

[@stevenkeilbart1305]

omg i must have pocket commented . that is hilarious

[@s_m_v]

SSoooo very happy for your success. You have worked very hard for this, Buddy. Congratulations.

[@davefroman4700]

Well Loooookie there! Feller got himself all set up to be a fabrimication expert. Congrats my dude.

[@jrhutchinson4278]

CNC is so cool. I have loved watching your growth since I found your channel(s) sir, keep it up

[@rcammack10]

I can't wait to see what all you make with the fast cut!

[@larrydavidson3402]

Happy as heck for you Derek, that will be a game changer for you. Enjoy!!!

[@docholiday6944]

Awesome machine Derek!! The possibilities are endless…. 😂👊

[@bruceshenkel6991]

I've used hand held plasma cutters a lot , but this thing is totally amazing . What a nice addition to your shop . Saves all the work doing it by hand. What a machine...The Xbox controllability is really rad.

[@1978JonBullock]

YAY for Daniel doing the Digitals. Can't believe they are letting a guy lose with a CNC Bachine. Hope your getting better soon buddy.

[@Silent-Lucidity]

That is a killer shop tool. My brother works a CNC machine, and the stuff he turns out is amazing. You're gonna have fun with that!

[@mrray55]

Teach your son that loves the computer stuff show him how to use the machine then let him rip. He will know more about that system in a couple days than you will in a month. ✌️

[@ViceGripGarage]

He's having fun with it!

[@mrray55]

@@ViceGripGarage That's great.

[@donaldstenico5266]

I was thinking the same thing. Them computer things scare me. Heck my daughters are still trying to upgrade me from my old flip phone.

[@kevinsellsit5584]

@@ViceGripGarage No shame in letting the little people do what they're best at. And when they start degreeing cams and recurving distributors, that's when you and the misses need to investigate the types sand found on the beaches of the world. (The kids are saying "don't you mean program the timing curve dad? I can do that now silly")

[@date6431]

Derek, I’m glad you have been able to obtain all the tools and things that some of them are kinda pricy but respect that you have been able to build VGG into what it is today. If everyone would put there heads down and work as hard as you they would see that even they could make there own dreams a reality. No one ever said hard work was easy but it is one of the keys to being successful!!! Now get some more cool tools and show us how they work too!!

[@1944chevytruck]

AWESOME MACHINE! I WANT ONE!

[@southsidetom]

I recall seeing a plasma cutter in action at a fab shop in East Chicago IN. That thing was cutting these thick huge plates. Amazing how fast and accurate it cut!

[@Philc231]

Build a Vice Grip Guitar . I might even buy one .

[@CBRHurricane6]

Totally would!!!! Guess he’d better make two then!!!!

[@fredcarrano]

I'm a fairly new viewer. Been watching you on you sight unseen car buy ventures and enjoyed every one. Now I see your new an improved shop. Love the way your entire family helped. Best of luck with your improved shop it looks great. Good luck.

[@larrylund2682]

VGG going full out High Tech. I love it.

[@jeremymullen5378]

🔥right on vgg, just a beautiful setup boss.. unreal how far things have come since videos in garage up north. Happy for u and the shop 🔥👊🔥🏍🔨⚙️🚜

[@jangles1839]

I see Vice Grip anything & a feller tends to drop whatever he's doing to check it out! Happy for ya Derek! 💙👊🏼 @Vice Grip Lodge what was the other cutter you have/had? This looks very similar to something I've seen in other videos.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Same machine.. just now getting it out

[@2_Idiots_Shooting]

I was wondering if he had uploaded the same video already cause I remember the custom VGG on the front from somewhere lol took me a min to realize he's finally getting it fired up.

[@lesnicholson3578]

Thank you from Berea Kentucky ✌️

[@coreyandkristi]

i absolutely love your hardware for the square body hood saver 5000's. I would like to purchase a couple and hopefully will eventually. I've caught some flack from people saying these hood savers are making the vehicles unsafe. What's your response to those that say the potential bend in the hood is a safety factor built into the vehicle and prevents the hood from "decapitating" the driver and passenger?

[@ViceGripLodge]

Any classic vehicle is unsafe by todays standards. Its an assumed risk operating one. Theres a million cars on the road that don't even have seat belts.

[@coreyandkristi]

@@ViceGripLodge Thank you! I agree completely, but wasn't able to put my brain words into text words like you have. You are a gentleman and a scholar! This is a perfect response! I hope I didn't come across as someone that was against your awesome hood savers, just wanted some ammunition for argument. Thanks!

[@leofrac435]

Nice plasma table you’ve come along way from your beginnings of this channel looking forward with much anticipation of the future with your channel . 👍

[@Rob-Müller]

So... this is better than free handing with the ole gas ax?

[@majobis]

I totally understand the reason of having a Plasma table like this. Your brain suddenly has an idea and you can get something cut up and jigged right away can make things go a lot quicker than running all over town to do what needs to be done. Great addition to your shop. Having the right tools to get it done and looking forward to seeing any other tools to you get to add to your shop.

[@anthonybarron3157]

I can't wait to see this Derek is a really intelligent guy and he's funny as crap haven't watched anything in a while and I just seen this up about the plasma cutting table can't wait it looks awesome

[@joeday4293]

As cool as it will be to see what sort of useful stuff he can make with this thing, I'm also looking forward to whatever sorts of ridiculous things he makes with it too.

[@guubagaaba8391]

what a great company and what a great piece of equipment !!!! customer service is unbelieveable !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hodgepodgegarage1]

Man that thing is awesome, can't wait to see what all you make with it, I say make the world's most durable birdhouse 😂😂

[@rustloversgarage]

Great addition for a guy in his shop!

[@TexasBornGamer666]

Is this old info? Im fairly certain ive seen this used ing VGG like the square body hood savers???

[@Derpingtonshere]

That thing is incredible and they seemed to have taught you quickly. Very experienced people I see.

[@jeffdelan5124]

I love Derek don't get me wrong kids, but a life turning wrenches doesn't equal what Derek has. I've been turning wrenches for 35 years GM master tech ASE certified l1 l2 the whole 9 yards and I make less now than I did in the late 80's early 90's. Don't get into this business thinking its a windfall, you're gonna work your ass off for someone else who couldn't care less about you. If you really want to get into the game live in an area where you can start your own business eventually with the lowest overhead possible. Otherwise you will be miserable grinding it out every day for someone else. Don't get me wrong I love vice grip garage, but there's a reason why there's a shortage of techs at every garage, and its not because no one wants to do this.

[@beckyumphrey2626]

He started this as a hobby with a vision. Made a plan and did well.

[@CS-oe8og]

The little sign you made was really neat!!

[@gwh21375]

This looks more garagy than lodgy...😂

[@billreid5058]

Thank you for sharing the process

[@j2kinflarc768]

Am I wrong when I say we just went back in time? Pretty sure this is the table been around a little while. Right?

[@sinistermalmente]

The lodge stuff isn’t on the same timeline as the main channel

[@williamalward7357]

That is one sweet setup. Real slick cutting. Gonna help out alot.

[@pnuttheclownh2254]

closed captions not working, please enable CC feature for us hearing impaired viewers.

[@davidr1777]

I'm not hearing impaired but I'll like and comment to bump it up

[@ViceGripLodge]

It's enabled, always is. KZbin takes time to get them up.

[@keith455-73]

Super cool. I am already imagining many things that I could make with this machine.

[@Philc231]

This is old . No heat and air 😊

[@SleeplessInAlaska23]

You are correct.. Several months possibly even a year ago this was filmed.

[@tonymccutcheon7534]

THANK YOU! I appreciate your time and efforts. You have a couple of great channels. You are very entertaining. A lot of people may be good at what they do but few are great...you sir are!

[@ronaldbunk9007]

Wish you good health. Greetings from the Netherlands. Hope you feel better soon. Also, I wish the shipping to the Netherlands wouldn't be so darn expensive. Went to your shop to browse. Kind regards Ronald