DIY Truck Bed Tool Holder // How to Make a Cheap & Easy Storage Rack for Shovels, etc // F-150 Ford

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4 жыл бұрын

Clean up your truck bed with a quick and easy DIY tool holder/organizer that can get those shovels and other long handled tools up off the bed floor and secured to an otherwise unused space. Using 4" PVC pipe, an angle grinder, cordless drill and zip ties, I create a very quick and efficient tool organizer in just 30 minutes. I put this in my 2015 Ford F-150 but the same concept will work in many other applications.
In this video I also mention how much I love having plenty of Sharpie markers and zip ties (or cable ties) in the shop. Stick around for some personal bonus footage at the end showcasing what I feel is the absolute best use of Sharpie markers that I have found.

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@CaptainKleeman 4 жыл бұрын

Nice project and enjoyed the garage door! Love that.

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that Captain! That garage door is kinda my pride and joy!

@jarrettgtrx1425 Жыл бұрын

I've spent a lot of time at the shop with a 6 pack of beer and a half eaten pizza reconstructing my entire work van setup just to add something new. It's a labor of love but man when it works it WORKS!

@1ton4god 3 жыл бұрын

Best Sharpie tip I've ever had my shop! You guys got to go to Harbor Freight and get the little bitty tiny magnets that are neodymium or whatever. They look like watch batteries there in a little plastic pill bottle looking thing. Super glue and all the Caps of your Sharpies and then just keep replacing the caps on the Sharpies. They stick to anything metal. I'm actually drop them on the ground and used a small piece of metal on my workbench to reach down and grab it without having to bend over and pick it up.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa, that's a good idea. I can think of some other things I could stick to the walls in the shop as well. And, even better I could use some of those magnets in my shop office too. I don't think I utilize the use of magnets enough! Thanks for the idea. Maybe this concept will be a video some day! Take care.

@tonynieuwlandt1290 4 жыл бұрын

I have a "junk pile" like that too, been saved by the "pile" many times when I need that "one thing-a-ma-jobber" to make it work. You never know when you're gonna need it. I think maybe that's a Grandpa George gene. Common sense ingenuity at it's best.

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah. It's amazing how frequently I visit the junk pile, although I have multiple locations for junk other than that pile! As always thanks for watching Tony!

@SuperSpecialty 3 жыл бұрын

That’s me, too, we don’t have to buy much, just let it find us is my mantra!

@kwill1911 Ай бұрын

Art work is the best!

@thedukeparty 4 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I need for mine and my kids' hockey sticks. Thank you!!

@thegreatoutdoors2000 3 жыл бұрын

Love the pipe idea. Might try that. Also love the kids drawings , good idea.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Something so simple but man it has done the trick for me. And yes, I look forward to the next year's drawing installation every father's day. Thanks so much for watching.

@toyotas4ever Жыл бұрын

Great idea! Thanks for sharing! Also love the garage door drawings!

@codymarsh8117 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Well done. The pvc and grinder bit were funny too

@noocnosaj 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip. I will have to use that in the future

@cheriejohnson9445 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Exactly what I need!!! Thank you for making this video

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! I'm glad you found it useful Cherie. Good luck with your build. I still use this everyday and the zip ties have held up well!

@lisag8654 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I am going to use this for my stakes I have in my truck bed!

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I'm glad it was helpful and good luck with your project.

@edsecorr7812 Жыл бұрын

Oh your so smart very nice great job love your videos

@tractoruniverse4999 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliantly simple solution! Thanks!

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! It's still riding around and working great in my truck!

@mikrettop6501 Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for the idea. Was trying to figure out how to carry tools on my tractor rop without spending alot on items like ballast boxes. I tweaked your ideaZ Using pvc pipe i put holes in it, capped the bottom (drilled drain hole in bottom in case of rain) and zip tied the pipe to the rop, resting the bottom on the fender. Now i can carry a short shovel, tree clippers and my mini chain saw with me no problem. Again thanks!!!!

@Gord19 Жыл бұрын

Great idea thanks for posting.

@johnmcguire5034 4 жыл бұрын

Love the art work!!

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! That's my favorite part too! Appreciate you watching.

@1ton4god 3 жыл бұрын

I actually have an old suburban that I let my daughter scratched and stuff into the hood I absolutely love this truck. But she scratched some stuff in the hood so we all started dress writing on the hood when I read you the truck I'm going to take the hood off and hang it in my shop. That's pretty cool man I like that idea.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Sounds like a good idea with your hood. I obviously love that kinda thing. I look forward to Father's Day every year cause of this door artwork. Appreciate you watching sir!

@drf8879 5 ай бұрын

I carry most those tools in my work truck, I'll be doing this i think 🤔 ...thanks!

@scottsoper 2 жыл бұрын

Vary nice art work! I liked the tool holder also!

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

The girls got to add more artwork this year on Father's Day. It's my favorite thing in the shop.

@casycasy5199 3 жыл бұрын

very cool artwork.im going to have my grandkids do that to my doors

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Best thing in the shop!

@henray76 3 жыл бұрын

grate video. Tons of fun to watch.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Henry!

@BillyG4 4 жыл бұрын

Cool stuff!! Great channel.

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

I greatly appreciate that Bill! I'm grateful for your kind feedback and thank you for watching!

@kylewoodyard5351 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a beautiful ending brother God bless

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Kyle. Some of my most favorite parts of any of my videos are the parts that are rarely seen at the ends. Thanks for watching.

@brandoncarey2329 2 жыл бұрын

That beautiful shop. All the tools! This guy clearly doesnt make all that money knowing how to use any of it!

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

Just a hobby shop, but not too much money involved either! 😋 Thanks for watching!

@russellbelton8213 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thought a chainsaw was coming out lol. I’m a uber driver and in between jobs I watch your videos. Sometimes I get annoyed when I get a job and have to press pause lol 😂

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

I love hearing that Russell! So cool to know how others are watching and what you find enjoyable. Thanks for the comment and for the support!

@claudiodiiorio9523 2 жыл бұрын

Nice I’m going to use it in my truck thank you

@timyja1tymia Жыл бұрын

Great idea

@martinwyke 3 жыл бұрын

The heavy duty velcro tape is another way to do this, attach to body with a self tapper and big washer and they give a great flexible way to attach things. It is the approach I used to store my high lift, bow saw, spade and axe in my Land Rover.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Ooooh, that is another great idea. Can't say enough good things about velcro, zip ties, duct tape... All the classic sticky stuff that makes life easier! Thanks for the idea and thanks for watching and commenting sir.

@recyclespinning9839 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea on using the sides , I may try . I have some unused space under my side tool boxes. . I just love organizational stuff that makes the job easier. I have pick -up , with side tool boxes and ladder rack. Its a 4 door and the back seats fold down. The Home Depot Rigid rolling tool box fits perfectly and locks up in the back area and no sliding. I have a hitch and small open trailer with a ramp that I use for garbage and clean up at the end of a job. I am still looking for a set up where you clap your hands and all the tools go back organized in your truck 😂👺

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

I love that stuff too! Thanks for watching and sharing!

@SuperSpecialty 3 жыл бұрын

All right finally something simple

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

And, it is still holding up well 9 months later... No problems.

@SuperSpecialty 3 жыл бұрын

@@digdrivediy I got some 6” pvc ppg I can utilize, even the pvc gutters could be used as racks!

@omargomez9407 Жыл бұрын

I need to do that..

@billydingus158 2 жыл бұрын

Cool idea. But Dude when you pulled that old crusty hand saw out and start going to it, i lost it LOL.

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

🤣

@jameshalleron7484 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea. I have been looking for a way to store those darn shovels, rakes & long c@#p. Thank you.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

You bet! Hope it works out for you. I am still enjoying the use of it. Almost embarrassing how easy it was to do but functions just fine all the same.

@kulagabe 2 жыл бұрын

"just kidding, I think that is overkill" awesome.

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

Haha!

@jackkoch1368 4 жыл бұрын

Another good video. I think next time I would try clamping pipe down to the work table so you wouldn't have to hold it with your hand. That way you can use your other hand to sign the patent rights.

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

I thought you were gonna say clamp it down to stay safe. I like where your head is at though... I could patent a tool holder kit where I just sell the 6' stick of 4" PVC with a black Sharpie. Now you've got me thinking... Thanks Dad!

@jamesc6945 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea bud.👍🇨🇦

@jamesc6945 3 жыл бұрын

Love the art on the garage door, another good idea.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James!

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Ha! My favorite part of the shop. Thanks for mentioning it!

@FantasyFootballDudes 3 жыл бұрын

gonna do something like this, thanks.

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

I still use it and it's held up well. Good luck!

@SkateEmerica1990 2 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion, use a table saw to cut the pipe. You can raise the blade and set the guard at 5” and you’ll get a perfect cut

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. I just don't have a table saw :)

@jdhogyellowhelmetproductio358 2 жыл бұрын

COOL!

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

You earned a purple heart commenter status with this one! Thanks for watching all these Boss Hog!

@jdhogyellowhelmetproductio358 2 жыл бұрын

@@digdrivediy Thanks i feel honored

@thedirtprincess3293 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. My truck is a mess. I searched for work truck organization and this popped up. It's perfect for the hand tools, though I probably need more than one pipe. Thank you! I subscribed because of your garage door. That's awesome. :0)

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. For some reason KZfaq put this comment in the "likely spam" category and I am just now finding it a month later. I appreciate the fact you mentioned the garage door as I do think that is pretty cool as well. I hope you were able to find something with your truck bed organization efforts. Thanks for watching and commenting! Take care.

@reedallidap7173 Жыл бұрын

Haha you over here building rain gutters for your truck

@bw4623 4 жыл бұрын

Neil , A skill saw works good on a long cut on PVC .

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

That's a great bit of info. You know I've always wanted a cordless skill saw and I bet that would great in this application. Appreciate you watching!

@alexinaz9959 3 жыл бұрын

What do you do for a living? I live your property, my dream is to have a few acres

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

I am an agronomist and crop consultant. I work with farmers. Thanks for the comment. We do love the property here and although it is sometimes daunting to take care of, we try to take pride in it.

@aaronmcclain1279 2 жыл бұрын

Please give Milwaukee inksall I try they don't dry out and are about the same price as a sharpie if no cheaper .

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

Never heard of them but can't wait to try some now. Thanks for the suggestion Aaron!

@aaronmcclain1279 2 жыл бұрын

@@digdrivediy Home Depot has them 97¢ . Over by the tape measure section .

@TheCrash2769 2 жыл бұрын

the hole saw is bottoming out on the pvc so unless you plan to melt the top of the pipe away with the cut of the hole saw you will never be able to cut all the way through

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

Right on! I forgot though eventually.

@KG-bp3qp 3 жыл бұрын

What’s the use for the Red T handle tools?

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

Those are soil probes for taking soil samples in farm fields. My day job is as an Agronomist and crop consultant and we do a great deal of soil sampling.

@KG-bp3qp 3 жыл бұрын

@@digdrivediy very interesting. Thank you!

@larryiowatexasrooster9317 3 жыл бұрын

👍🇺🇸

@digdrivediy 3 жыл бұрын

👍

@michaeltomas1578 Жыл бұрын

Use a god damn skill saw It’s like watching paint dry

@digdrivediy Жыл бұрын

Alright I will god damit.

@TheCrash2769 2 жыл бұрын

also your zip ties are not going to last you need to bolt that in

@digdrivediy 2 жыл бұрын

One year later and still holding up really well. Can't use the cheap zip ties for this!!!

@HwllMI 4 жыл бұрын

See if my duct tape is in one of those tubs.

@digdrivediy 4 жыл бұрын

I know exactly where your duct tape is and now I know exactly who this is! Your secret identity is safe with me. Your duct tape... Not so much. Thanks for watching!

@HwllMI 4 жыл бұрын

If you had said, "Who is this?" it would make me wonder who else's duct tape you have.