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If the septic tank sunk that much I'd bet the pipes disconnected. I'd imagine that may cause more problems and might be worth a few shovels to take a peek under the skirt

Derek instead of direct exhaust to the outside you should consider a dust collector. It will capture all the dust and you recirculate the air inside the shop. Remember that whatever you exhaust you'll have to make-up. The air will come from outside either trough the HVAC outside air intake or via garage doors sills and any cracks in the building shell and you'll have to heat and cool that air. The duct connection to the table looks like about 12in diameter perforated duct meant for a dust collector. You need a lot of static pressure to pull the recommended airflow (I'm going to guess in the neighborhood of 1000 cfm at 1.5in static. A barn fan (prop) trough the wall won't generate that kind of airflow, on top of that you'd be exhausting 2 1/2 of your 5 tons of cooling. Check your table manuals and talk to your HVAC contractor. I am an air balancing technician by trade and that is my recommendation for you to really save $$.

Even just removing the humidity from the air will make it more comfortable

I love seeing Derek do good for himself and his family because they’re good people and they deserve it.

Nice job! Glad y’all are able to make this upgrade. Will make a world of difference! Y’all have come a long ways and from a guy who’s watched ya since before you had 30k subs I’m proud of how far things have come. Keep it up!! 👊🏻

Hey Derek, I'm a HVAC tech up in canadada. I completely understand trying to keep costs down, but in my past experiences if you don't have that wall up between the two halfs of the shop. You should run both, your building needs what it needs for heat, you either run one almost all the time or end up running both half as much. You'll use more energy heating with one then heating with both.

once you get your coffers filled again you might want to consider a solar installation to offset and be able to crank the HVAC. it's getting really cost effective these days, and with your giant roof on the shop you could get a pretty big system. alternately you could even do ground mount thats high enough to park cars under and keep them out of the rain

The struggle is real. I grew in that weather. The trick is to not beat the heat, its to reduce the humidity. Toss a few dehumidifiers in there during the summer. Keep the bay doors down. Sounds like it would turn into a sauna, but trust me... worlds of difference. Plus everything doesn't get the "Tennessee slime" all over it. Also, make sure the units have a drain that can't be plugged easy, cuz they are going to produce a lot of water. Happy for ya brother, in everything. Glad to see a good guy winning at life. Doesn't happen often.

Way more responsibility but way more fun for all the little grips. You keep up doing what you do and we’ll keep supporting you folks.

Make sure you insulate the ductwork on the outside and the garage doors

*You, Jessica an the little humans work really hard.* So y'all deserve to be comfortable at work and have nice stuff. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

Hope you got the drainage issues all taken care of because those units will be toast if they get flooded...

I've often wondered y a feller always has the doors closed...now I know...u are wise beyond ur years my friend...

As an HVAC Installer and Tech. This feller enjoyed this episode! 👌👍🤘

In the shop I used to work in we would hang heavy mil plastic from the ceiling to the floor to segregate the workspace from the cold storage part and we only heated 1 side. It worked surprisingly well in the North Dakota winters.

Derick, if you are ever on one of your "trips" rescuing something and need a garage, let me know. You're very welcome to use mine. I am very happy you're gonna have heat and air out in your big shop. A shop it's self is nice, add heat and air,...GAME CHANGER!

First time I went on vacation maybe a month after installing Nest thermostats my buddy came over to feed my dog fortunately and the AC switched to heat by itself and the house was 100 degrees inside. Keep an eye on those Nests.

Derrick have the septic guys come out and take both lids off of the septic tank. Have them check the inlet and outlet pipes. Inlet tee and outlet tee are at different levels inside of the tank. The tank moved a lot, it probably crushed the pipes or pulled the tees lower in the tank, and that will make it malfunction.

Awesome content 👏... spray foam will make a world of difference in hvac expenses

Any one who has twisted wrenchs knows the joy of the cold and hot weather. The old fingers get stiff and the brain gets slow. The good thing about the cold fingers is when you bust your knuckles it doesn't hurt. They are already pained.

Might want to insulate the outside ducts also sir. Wrap them in fiberglass wraping.

It's been a fun journey watching your brand grow over the years. You deserve the amenities like this. Lord knows you've earned it!

I know it's not cheap but I would definitely do some more insulating in the future and that will definitely help even more.

Ex father in law had a pretty good idea with heating/cooling half of his garage at a time. He bought a 40 or 50 foot long roll of plastic, hung it from the ceiling and rolled and unrolled his 'wall' whenever he needed it. eventually hooked it up to some kind of small motor to do the turning of the roll but he still uses it every summer/winter in MN. He made sure to get a clear plastic to help with light because he had minimal lighting and dark walls.

Derek, with all the fans and new heat pumps you absolutely have to look at solar panel on the roof to off set the expense. No batteries just panels and a grid tie system. An absolute must.....

Congratulations, not only are Goodman Made in the U.S.A., they are also one of the most efficient units around. Even more efficient then a Trane. Great choice Derrick.

Very enjoyable watching dad & lad working together. Your sons are blessed to have such an awesome father

This feller’s always grateful to go along on the ride that life presents to you, and also for the fact that you can be more comfortable and healthier in inclement weather with these upgrades. Be well friends!!

Clear sheet plastic, drop cloth, from the ceiling down to the floor to section off the main shop and storage. Staple 2x4s to the plastic for weight. Inexpensive wall that allows light to pass through.

No one should ever judge you Derek. Lest you break the law, the only judge you need to worry about is "Him"! Have a blessed summer, you and yours.

Nice video Derek👍 awesome to see you getting some Heat and air set in the shop. I’ve been a technician myself for 11 years in the residential HVAC field myself and only word of advice I would like to put out there for you is to beware of the Nest thermostats, I change those out rather frequently due to a multitude of different issues. consider a Honeywell WiFi stat which will have the same benefits of the nest with a much better reputation 👌

That’s awesome. Guy like you works your butt off deserves some comfort. Cant wait to see more content on both channels. Keep wrenching my friend!!

Awesome that good people still exist that are willing to help a guy out without the guy asking for help, they did it just because…. The hvac guy sees a good dude in Derrick and hooked him up that’s awesome!!

I’m sweating something fierce when I set the heat at 64 in my garage, should be perfect!

This is going to make life a lot better for you. Looking at your building though, save for spray foam. Just do it. You're going to lose a TON of heat out of that essentially R3 building. 15 Gal of diesel a day in the shop? YIKES...Might be break even on those two 5 ton units! :) Others said it, I hope you had somebody check your septic tank and pipes. That's a heck of a drop you had...hope the pipes didn't break because that's a mess...

You and your family deserve all of that! When I was injured and unable to work(and therefore help support my family with my wife) I was down. I worked through just about all of your videos on both channels and they were one hell of a pick me up! Thanks so much for all that you do. I means more than you could ever know! God bless.

This is awesome! You have worked long and hard for a long time. You deserve to be comfortable.

Derek your main water valve into the shop can be changed out for one you can control from the Internet as well. no expensive to do either.

Spent many a minute or 12 warming the ol wrench turners in front of the heaters. As soon as the fingernails arent blue anymore, then back to workin. Puttin heat in the ol project barn was the best decision.

Congrats on the new HVAC. You'll never regret it. The older I get, the more I dislike discomfort!

You show me a feller who deserves more blessings and I'll show you bullshit because I've never seen a more wholesome person deserve what he's earned so much. Keep doing what you're doing. You've earned every bit. We're all in your corner

Oh hey, I recently received quotes over the weekend for air conditioning the home. With my moving to part time now, I'll be spending a lot more time at home, and I want to be comfortable, especially with the terminal illness.

Hopefully it helps a ton to stop water pipes from continually bursting and freezing Derek lools great @Vice Grip Lodge

I also have watched since the red shop truck days when you installed the compressor and other stuff on it. I’m proud of all you’ve accomplished and have dreams of doing something similar shopwise if I can ever make enough green backs to fund it!

Educational and fun, what more can a guy ask for? Keep up the great work!

The sock duct and the big ass fans do a great job.

Look at when schools get updated, big heavy gym and dorm curtains would probably work perfectly. Custom tarp shops for boats and trucks could do something similar.

Really happy for you and the family that got to have that installed. I too was impressed with the finished duct work, it looks sharp!

Last summer was my first summer with central HVAC setup in my shop. I live in the same area north Alabama/ south Tennessee. Summers are brutal. Man what a game changer. That & 2 post lift was best investment I've ever made as a serious automotive enthusiast.

At my work we'd say Bentley's bearing had rapid unscheduled disassembly.

65-68 thats my goldilocks zone. Building is getting real nice Derek.

The hvac work looks great man. Great addition to the shop.

Super cool (meaning warm) to see you'll be more comfy in the shop. I can't imagine filming at 38 degrees and pretending like you're comfortable out there. You've worked so hard for this. Congratulations to you and the family. 👍👍👍

So nice to see you will be warm in your workshop and when you go and get the cars can you put them on a trailer and bring them back to do them in the warm workshop instead of working in the cold I love this channel and what a wonderful family you all are good luck with all you do

Long time looker of VGG, 1st time commenter... I'm an old timer "Massachewits" Lic Electrical digical fella and just wanted to say your electric digical fellas did an awesome job on the electric work!

Y’all deserve a comfortable shop! Great video, glad VGL is warm!

They did a great job with that installation Derek. Looks good 👍

Nice addition. If it were me .. I would insulate those metal ducts that are outside. You're radiating hot or cold right out into the outside which equals $$$$.

The soft ducting is very cool looks really good Derek @Vice Grip Lodge

My parents did spray foam insulation in their new home build. I was absolutely blown away on how great it does. Middle of summer and the attic was extremely comfortable. Middle of winter and the crawlspace was nice. Buddy that build a ginormous shop did it also and it was a huge difference also. If i ever have the choice or able to recommend, i say do it if possible.

Nice edition to the shop. If you wanna get the most outta each unit I would consider getting the outside duct work spray foam and wrapped. And also put a awning over each unit to keep the water from pouring into them since they are under the eve

consider a waste oil heater with all the oil changes you got to be doing. help out when it gets really cold.

Derek, you should think about setting up some solar on that nice big roof. Would pay for itself fast and there's a good chance you could find yourself a sponsor to help. Power company might even help.

It’s awesome seeing these guys progressing from having to work on your back all the time to getting shops and lifts and all the creature comforts. I never understand the hate some of these other guys get from people when there channels grow and are able to afford things to make their lives easier.

Love the videos keep up the good work!

pro-tip, on my bench grinder I dangle big magnet from a speaker or something near the discharge, it doesn't catch all the grinding dust but it gets a majority of it, then I just peel it off into the trash. Now they have the super duper magnets, molybdenum magnets, they might work in attracting metal from your discharge.

Hi Derek 👋 Nice video 📹 and workmanship!!! Sorry about the rim and barring 's !!! And the flood !!! Have all groups tour the garage of the OLYMPICS THOSE ARE SOME BIGGGG RINGS 💍 👌 😀 ONE MIGHT BE CALLED EMOJI

You’ve got quite a bit of roof area. Ever think of adding solar to take the sting out of the electricity bill? That spray foam will help a ton. My friend has a couple metal buildings here in TX and the foam really makes a difference.

A guy should consider a fabric (heavy pvc vinyl) barrier between the two sides. It would be way cheaper and could be tied back or rolled up when you need it open. Probably check with a rental tent manufacturer nearby.

I spent 7 years working in a 40X60X19 at the peak, shop. I also spent 6 years installing and servicing garage doors. I STRONGLY suggest you insulate those overhead doors. Uninsulated, they are a huge heat gain in the summer, and heat loss in the winter. As an example, I would shut the heat off on Friday, when I closed up the shop, and turned it back on Monday morning when I opened back up. Even in zero degree temperatures, the shop never got below 60. In the summer,when it was 90+ degrees, the shop felt like it was air conditioned. Just a suggestion.

Just got around to watching this. I think I understand where you came from.., but don't apologize for doing well and being successful. You have worked hard to get where you are. You deserve the finer things in life.. like heat.. and cooling... 😊

I personally work for an HVAC company and if it were me, I'd do about 75 in the summer (especially being a 5 ton on each side) and 60 in the winter. And I'd also just leave it set at that temp. If you keep changing it back and forth or turning it on and off when you need it, you're gonna be using more electricity than if you'd just leave it on at a set temp.

In the 80's I talked Mack Trucks into putting up ceiling fans, we had 18ft ceilings at the peak. After putting them in, we had to lower the furnaces 8*. We did not have the Big Ass fans like you have, ours were actually experimental and looked like airplane propellers. Smart move!

Derek make sure to buy enough APC backups for your server/security if you haven’t already. Especially with your travel schedule. Stay online even if power cuts for any reason. (And secure them)

They use big canvas curtains in aircraft paint hangers to divide up the booths. They make different thicknesses and sizes different. They put them on tracks so they can be pulled out of the way. I think the automotive paint guys use something similar on their sand booths. Like a giant shower curtains. Just an idea

Also a guy could pick up a bunch of pallets to keep parts on, you can move em around on a pallet Jack. Might help organizing and raises them up off the concrete.

Nice one, Derek! Now you just need a bit of insulation, and solar on the roof to run it all.

Don’t forget about water coming in. You got to be careful where I work at that’s one of the problems. I have Dawn heavy rain they had to re-design it.

You did good on the brand of units. Goodman are a very good brand. They honor the warranties with no hassle. I know I've been doing hvac for 35 yrs and that's the brand I install. You shouldn't be disappointed

You should come up with a VGG video game. That way we can have Derek go on a different trips working on different cars to “revive“. I would buy it and I would fly it.

5 "tons" of A/C is ~17.5 kW of cooling power. 10 "tons" of A/C = 35 kW. To be honest I can't get over the fact that getting the shop insulated is less cost effective than installing lots of heat pumps, the cost of energy is so different in Europe than in the US.

If you could Tig weld aluminum, you could probably add material to the XR hub and machine/or grind it, you could maybe make a spacer ring with your plasma table .. might be simpler to find another Honda wheel that will work. My dad was always a champ in resuing our broken go machines and helping us fix em .. he'd say something like, now, try not to ruin it in the first 30 minutes, Ok? That meant after 30 minutes we were back to trying to ruin/send it.

Next project. You have the land add a massive solar farm with off grid inverters to power the shop. My shop has been off grid for 3 years now, it's not as big as yours but if you have the land use it.

even if the A/C could just knockdown the humidity will make a huge difference. Maybe consider tinting the windows on the new side to keep the heat out? Did you sort out the flooding issues behind the shop? Maybe a guy needs a lean to along the back?

You may want to consider solar on the roof of that big garage to power all those heat pumps. Maybe partner up with one of the KZfaq solar channel folks, make some videos of the design and installation.

Black HVAC ducts look like exhaust tailpipes. Cool!!!

You need a office/shed/break room you can cool/heat up as well. Fridge - microwave.

Happy that you got heat and AC in the shop. Those diesel heaters are ok in some circumstances but always hated working around them.

I would like to send you some pictures of a canopy. That fits the John Deer and makes it really nice to work in the wind and rain and keeps the cold out. But I don't know where to send it. So keep up the great work yin's guys

FWIW.. as an electrician I just want to say from what I can see they did a terrific job on all your electrical

If this helps a feller make more Roadworthy rescues just do it. Love that show. 🤣😁😂☻

I have a 50,000 BTU shop heater in my 2 car garage, it costs me nearly nothing and I never have to touch another cold tool again. Would never do it any other way. Summer it stays pretty nice on its own from being attached to the house. We need longevity out of you, so whatever it takes to make yourself comfortable... Do it

In hindsight, maybe leaving that end wall up when you expanded the shop would have been an idea. Could have cut an opening big enough for items to pass through while still being able to enclose one half of the shop if needed.

As a florida man, I wish I had an a/c shop. No insulation at all though, it would take so much energy to cool. I can't justify the cost since it's just a hobby garage/shop

Couple other thoughts. For water line: install low-voltage flow meter with relay to solenoid valve on the unattended water line; set max use gpm flowrate on the meter and if it ever exceeds that set rate for more than a designated time, it kicks relay to automatically closes the solenoid valve to shut off the excessive water flow, which may be a pipe break; probably have them these days that can integrate with security system for remote alerts and phone monitoring. For plasma cutting table, consider a heat recovery ventilation unit (HRV); exhausts bad air and dust to outside, but recovers and transfers the heat from the exhaust air to the incoming fresh air; can be a big help in winter to keep air quality safer when working in a closed/tight shop with doors closed during cold weather. Not an expert, but just some thoughts.

Damn that vice grip pick-up is badass. Welcome to the club those units are wonderful

Enjoyed the content being in HVAC for 33 years. Started in southern Ohio where I'm from so I've installed many heatpump systems. I moved to Wisconsin 24 years ago and I worked with a gentleman who invented The Duct Sock. He's a engineer his name is Dave Jones he is a West Virginia boy who went to school at The University of Kentucky. He came up with it for a car wash project. Needing something that wouldn't corrode. His wife sewing up the prototype out of canvass. Like a couple other people had responded I sure don't know why they cut support board's 😊 just saying

Derek That's just awesome no more waxy slow hands from freezing cold and cooler happier you in summer Glory Best David

That forklift must be one of those 1 or 2 year production models that Yale produced. We have one at work and the microswitches for the the shifter need to be cleaned and adjusted about once a year. That HVAC is going to pay for itself really quick!!!