Essential Tools For Scrap Metal Recycling - How To Make Money Scrapping

Wondering what tools you need for scrapping? Folks are asking, so here's my answer to all the essentials for scrap metal recycling, broken down into two categories; every day carry, and scrap space at home tools. Less than you think!

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[jadrewscrapper]

I went from a hooptie dodge caravan scrapper to an SUV. (first Gen expedition) I definitely have better weight hauling capacity, but those mini vans with the seats taken out are roomy! I kind of store my stuff in my vehicle between runs to my parents house due to no garage so I have to be covered. No pickup. Anyway blah blah. Yeah this one didn't necessarily help me but I appreciate you. Keep doing the thing from Sacramento, CA USA.

[sterlinggrisso]

Just another super helpful video! This Trash Panda is very satisfied with all the amazing work you do! Thank you so much!

[Lhifeeq]

It has been great seeing you go from hippie in a Vibe, rummaging through trash bins to something like this, where you seem like more of a (hippie) TV host with presentation skills. I love you either way, good to see the versatility and variety you are bringing to the channel.

[benjismith]

A utility knife for stripping wire. It's much more safe. I have cheap 2x4 n angle iron ramps for my truck. Bolt cutters can come handy. Plus a file. Garbage bags for cans.

[bentleyalder]

I love this list! Well done, I'd add a cold chisel to the list, it has become my new favorite partially for breaking welds on transformers to remove the windings

[mikedavis]

Been scrapping for 45 years, I enjoyed your video and think you were spot on the necessary tools. As to air compressor or acetylene torch; I use my compressor every day haven't used my torch in years. But when I was younger and cutting up farm equipment the torch sure was handy

[maxsaslt]

I am a simple man - I see your video, I press the like. :-) Btw, this week I made my very first 70€ scrapping, all thanks to you! Felt good and the scrap yards are amazing.

[timnavarrette]

This my favorite out of all knowing what to need at all times

[properwelshy]

Hey bud! I've recently purchased a transit tipper to become a full time scrap collector, your videos have been extremely helpful to me as I had no idea what I was getting myself into before now 😅 Im purchasing my essential tools this morning and just wanted to say thanks for all the info 🤙🏼

[rickmoore]

Nice shout out to Project Shop FL, I like his videos almost as much as yours!

[kingspokelife]

Woohoo another thub video to watch and unwind from long day at work!

[randystone]

Great stuff, Thub! Well put together information, as usual! 💙☮️

[JohnnySwedishScrapper]

great info to the beginners ;)
great video

[JB-wxwo]

Thanks for the project shop reference and all the knowledge you bring.. Need more channels like this

[jackpotdigger]

VERY DETAIL LIST good job but totally forgot the main one
tthe 10lbs sledge hammer
keep doing the thing

[mollynakamori]

Dang, dude! You are rockin' it. Love the intro.

[averywebb]

"Pry bar screwdriver" 😂 something everyone does but OSHA hates. Loving the apron btw

[RexxieGames]

I absolutely cant live without my laptop screwdriver bit kit...its a screwdriver with detachable bits for any type of screw you may encounter taking apart electronics with any size down to a teeny tiny grain of sand sized screw. It's not necessary if you're doing large ticket items, but i gather circuit boards and its a godsend.

[percentAdvertising]

Appreciate the info 👍 surprised you didnt recommend this too!

[gregscoolclips]

When I 1st started out I had nothing more then a shopping cart and a few hand tools like you said. Hard to find a yard these days that will let you walk in.