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Todd Parker
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Registrace 29. 10. 2011
Messing around with technology and remixing stuff in ways they weren't designed to be. Mostly covering solar power and power station reviews, DIY campervan builds, and speakers and hacking Sonos. Follow my ideas at your own risk, they are usually dodgy.
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BEST pocket screwdriver with 10 BIT STORAGE for EDC
This combines my favorite double sided Steinwhale bits in a sleek pen driver that is perfect to carry everyday in your pocket or organizer. I'll show you ho wit compares to my pocket rachet and walk you through what I had to do to make this work.
Check out @maxlvledc video on this tool: czcams.com/video/mpyXhRnE1Ys/video.html
Maratac 1/4" Pen Driver Titanium - Gen 2 (coming soon)
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Steinwhale mini double sided bit set with driver
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6mm Metric Drill Bit, 2 pack
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Tap Magic Industrial Pro Cutting Fluid, 4 oz
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7 Sizes Tiny Rare Earth Magnets, 259Pcs
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6x2mm 320Pcs Magnets
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711L Mini Ratchet Wrench
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LOCHBY Tool Roll
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Watch my in-depth video on this rachet and bit kit here:
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Check out @maxlvledc video on this tool: czcams.com/video/mpyXhRnE1Ys/video.html
Maratac 1/4" Pen Driver Titanium - Gen 2 (coming soon)
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Steinwhale mini double sided bit set with driver
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6mm Metric Drill Bit, 2 pack
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Tap Magic Industrial Pro Cutting Fluid, 4 oz
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7 Sizes Tiny Rare Earth Magnets, 259Pcs
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6x2mm 320Pcs Magnets
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711L Mini Ratchet Wrench
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LOCHBY Tool Roll
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Watch my in-depth video on this rachet and bit kit here:
czcams.com/video/CwMybvn_f9M/video.html
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COMPARED: DJI Power 500 & 1000 vs. Ecoflow River 2 Max & Delta 2 - Best Portable Power Station 2024
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Are DJI's new power stations good enough to take the top spot from Ecoflow? Let's find out in a head-to-head comparison of the DJI Power 500 vs. Ecoflow Delta 2 Max and DJI Power 1000 vs. Ecoflow Delta 2. Disclaimer: I was provided review units from both DJI, Ecoflow, and Acefast for free in exchange for a review but this is not a sponsored video and all opinions are my own. DJI Power 500 amzn....
I tested TEMU Swiss Army Knives (so you don't have to)
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Just how bad are these Victorinox knockoffs really? Um...pretty bad. I won't link to the ones I bought because you shouldn't buy these and the listing disappeared by the time they arrived. It's almost like they are selling shady things... If you want to get a good pocket multitool, get the real deal. Here are my top picks: Best keychain tool: Victorinox Rambler amzn.to/4adxKRy Best minimal pock...
Separate Tools vs. Custom Multitool for EDC - Was I WRONG?
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Can I improve on my individual pocket tools by making a custom Victorinox Swiss Army knife? Check out v2 of my pocket toolkit here czcams.com/video/CwMybvn_f9M/video.html Shout out to @BenVallack for his great video on the topic of multitools vs. multiple tools - check it out czcams.com/video/eXVJXCpI1Lo/video.html Modders Victorimods made my awesome 84mm Bantam X victorimods Reb...
SUPER ultralight tools for everyday carry (EDC) - better, lighter, stronger!
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My quest for the lightest and most useful EDC kit continues with a ton of improvements that really dial this in - full size knife, real double sided bits, awesome flashlight and more. KNIPEX Cobra XS Water Pump Pliers - $30 amzn.to/4aT3Vqb OHTO Micro pen - $6 amzn.to/3xvg06u Victorinox SwissCard Replacement Scissors - $9 www.swissknifeshop.com/products/swiss-army-swisscard-replacement-scissors ...
Budget vehicle EDC toolkit - the essentials EVERYONE needs in their car
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Don't leave home without having these essential tools in your car or truck to be prepared for emergencies. Here are the top things I think you should keep in your vehicle. Disclaimer: Although I bought most of these items myself, I was provided products for free from Workpro (multitool), Wurkkos (flashlight), Sofirin (flashlight, I bought the headlamp), 711L (sachets), GOOLOO (jumpstarter and i...
Can you connect a Sonos Sub to a Move or Roam?
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I've been wanting to use a Sonos sub mini with my Moves but, well, they don't let you connect their subs to portable speakers. I decided to take matters into my own hands and hack mine to work. This hack will work with the Sonos Move, Move 2, and Roam portable speakers connected to the Sonos Sub Mini, or full sized Sub gen 1, 2, or 3. Sonos Move 2 amzn.to/3x1X1Ac Sonos Roam amzn.to/48U1JNQ Sono...
Ecoflow Delta Pro Ultra for whole home battery backup - GOODBYE GAS GENERATORS
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Want to replace your gas generator with a silent, renewable battery system to backup your house during an outage and save money on your electric bill? I cover everything I set up at my home to make that happen, step by step. Click the link below to use my code EFDPUTOPK and get an extra $800 off DELTA Pro Ultra and related bundles (Valid until April 5th). Now enjoy 6-month interest-free payment...
Affordable (and better) ToolCheck Plus alternatives for EDC + toolkits
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The best affordable alternatives to the Wera ToolCheck Plus from brands like Wiha, PB Swiss, Klein, Makita, Hazet, and Harbor Freight that are super high quality and the best value for your money. P.S. I bought all these tools myself for these kits except 711L provided me with some sachets to test. Links are affiliate so they support the channel. Wera Toolcheck Plus Toolcheck Plus, Metric amzn....
DON'T TRY THIS with your power station! Montek X1200 is ready for anything
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This is the most capable midsize power station I've tested. The Montek X1200 has a 1.2kwh LFP battery, 2,000w AC inverter, 1,200w of solar, 30A DC output and expandability to 5kwh. Get yours on Indiegogo at a big discount: www.indiegogo.com/projects/montek-2000w-suitcase-power-station-x1200-x2000/reft/205555758#/imontek
Tools I wish I bought years ago: My toolkit v2
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I've dialed in my grab and go toolkit based on your ideas so now it is my only set of tools in a small 17lb Veto toolbag with Wera, Knipex, Milwaukee, Klein and other high quality tools that should last a lifetime. Spreadsheet with prices and product links: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mp6Q_0hGRRxBELU9xtTTuR1y9ttMJ3RocC4SI3ZczGs/edit?usp=sharing - - - - - Every product mentioned in the video...
Watch this before you buy Anker or Ecoflow - UGREEN PowerRoam 2200 is the new king
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Watch this before you buy Anker or Ecoflow - UGREEN PowerRoam 2200 is the new king
Is this 150w XTAR panel is actually a 200w solar panel in disguise?
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Is this 150w XTAR panel is actually a 200w solar panel in disguise?
Best portable solar panel? Testing the best 10-80w solar panels on Amazon
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Best portable solar panel? Testing the best 10-80w solar panels on Amazon
GOODBYE GAS! Make a SOLAR powered BOAT in 1 hour!
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GOODBYE GAS! Make a SOLAR powered BOAT in 1 hour!
The Disappointing Truth Behind The Anker 548
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The Disappointing Truth Behind The Anker 548
Better than a power station? Lighter, cheaper micro power system
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Better than a power station? Lighter, cheaper micro power system
LEGO of power stations: Veryeah modular power station with unlimited expansion
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LEGO of power stations: Veryeah modular power station with unlimited expansion
EcoFlow DELTA 2 MAX - Worth the upgrade? 6 changes you need to know before buying
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EcoFlow DELTA 2 MAX - Worth the upgrade? 6 changes you need to know before buying
EcoFlow WAVE 2: Heater + AC in a tiny, portable package
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EcoFlow WAVE 2: Heater AC in a tiny, portable package
EcoFlow GLACIER Dual Zone fridge/freezer with ICEMAKER
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EcoFlow GLACIER Dual Zone fridge/freezer with ICEMAKER
EcoFlow River 2 Pro: Worth the upgrade from the original River Pro?
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EcoFlow River 2 Pro: Worth the upgrade from the original River Pro?
AC500 6 Months Later - The Good + Bad Before You Buy
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AC500 6 Months Later - The Good Bad Before You Buy
Lightest EDC Pocket Toolkit: 7 Tools, 14 Bits, 5 ¼ Ounces (148g)
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Lightest EDC Pocket Toolkit: 7 Tools, 14 Bits, 5 ¼ Ounces (148g)
Anker SOLIX F2000 (PowerHouse 767) with Expansion Battery and 200w Solar Panel Review
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Anker SOLIX F2000 (PowerHouse 767) with Expansion Battery and 200w Solar Panel Review
BLUETTI EP900 + B500 - 9,000w of power, 39kwh of storage
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BLUETTI EP900 B500 - 9,000w of power, 39kwh of storage
2023 EcoFlow Announcements from CES - Blade lawnmower, Glacier fridge, Wave 2 heater/AC, Home Backup
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2023 EcoFlow Announcements from CES - Blade lawnmower, Glacier fridge, Wave 2 heater/AC, Home Backup
No more junk tools! Compact Veto toolkit with Wera, Knipex, Milwaukee to tackle most projects
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No more junk tools! Compact Veto toolkit with Wera, Knipex, Milwaukee to tackle most projects
Ecoflow Dual Fuel Smart Generator: Charge DELTA Max, DELTA Pro, and Power Kits with Propane or Gas
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Ecoflow Dual Fuel Smart Generator: Charge DELTA Max, DELTA Pro, and Power Kits with Propane or Gas
Ecoflow River 2, Max, and Pro: All new lineup with LFP battery, 1 hour charging & new design
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Ecoflow River 2, Max, and Pro: All new lineup with LFP battery, 1 hour charging & new design
Cybertool M is 5 layers and weighs around 5.4 oz not 6 layers and 6.6 oz. What you were referring to was probably the Cybertool L.
Great video friend
I want info on the DUAL FUEL GENERATOR it is connected to in this vid clip.....thts the important thing.....
That's a lot of information
Price tag??
Not finalized yet. It you’ll know in about a week
Very slick build and great video quality/editing. Would the plug-in hybrid version work for power supply? You might be able to run AC overnight just on the hybrid battery. You would give up AWD and 2nd fold-n-go seat storage though.
Solar pv mppt has only 60volts. Should be two mppt at 250 volts a peace.
I agree that the voltage limits are lower than I’d hoped, especially the 60v port. So many companies are lower voltage and it’s limiting
@todd.parker that the problem I have with most of these all in one. Solar is most important to myself. People that favor use AC and solar charging combined this is a great unit.
This is an excellent build out. Wow! SO well thought out. I'm really impressed. Thanks so much for sharing all the details and info! Happy Trails :)
the gorilla glue double sided tape is crap! replace it with something from 3m!
I havent bothered with victorinox in years, they must have really upgraded those scisors. They used to be absolutely worthless
micro usb? how inconvenient
Yeah that’s bad
I dont get it. Why do people feel the need to do minor home repairs from the contents of their pockets?
How much does this baby weigh?
Learn more about the EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 bit.ly/3VrQQ2a
Or just buy a Victorinox Cyber tool.
Have I got a video for you: czcams.com/video/fBfPYH73I-Q/video.html
im a big fan of Wera, too bad they dont offer large tool sets
Probably because they would be $500!
This vs F3800…hmmm
The 3800 is nice but solar input is super weak - 60v!
What should I get for going into carpentry
I have some recs on a good general purpose tool kit here as a starting point: czcams.com/video/VOkSFZuP3qs/video.htmlsi=pvpxNCVz_4roiy6i
Thats garbage advice in the knife sector. Makes the rest of the video obsolete.
Knives are an infinite topic and nobody will agree on much there
Rovyvon will always now and forever be my flashlight of choice. I have several of their flashlights of various lumens.
Agreed, they make great lights for EDC
Ok ok enough... I'll sub for more quality content. This channel is going to cost me though lol
Ha, sorry
Looks like the solar charging inputs are less than the Delta Pro Ultra.
They are, this is a smaller unit than the Ultra
Whaaatttt..? Thank you for the heads up
It’s really good 👍
I wouldn't say the quality of the Wiha bits are better than the ones in the Wera ToolCheck Plus. I've owned many tools from Wiha and Wera and i've yet to find the quality of anything made by Wiha to be better in any way than Wera. In fact, i had purchased a slotted 0.8mm Wiha screwdriver to remove a tiny screw in a pocket watch i was repairing and it quite literally twisted the flat end 20 degrees off center before i gave up and ordered a Wera 0.8mm which removed the screw nicely. I haven't found their screwdriver bits to lack in any way. mine have alll held up nicely.
Thanks for the review from Ukraine! It's a shame DJI doesn't have an app. A good application and remote control are never superfluous. For home equipment, a laptop/computer/Internet equipment looks more attractive than DJI even without an application. I think EcoFlow is more suitable for household needs than for computer equipment and the like.
Run time for 2 amp output?
I like the stacking ability and the increase in solar input. I am waiting to find out the max input voltage, but more importantly, is it more quiet than the regular Delta Pro that had significant fan noise once solar charging hit ~ 800 watts.
There’s a 1,600w high power solar input that accepts 30-150v and a second 1,000w low power input (11-60v) for 2,600w total. Noise is excellent, it's almost as quiet as the Ultra and probably 20-30dB quieter than the original Pro.
@@todd.parkerthe noise was what kept me from the original Pro. Now that it’s more silent, has more capacity, and panel prices are so low it’s finally time to convert my office shed to off grid power
What did you use for cross bars/roof rack? I have a 2020 Chrysler Pac, and I cannot locate anyone to help me with either of these. I contacted GoFastCamper, and they said they do not do the rack portion. Please advise who or how you managed? I went to Yakima and Thule, have scoured the Chrysler Pacifica Forums about modifications, and most owners are stumped and frustrated. Thanks in advance.
I looked around for aftermarket roof racks and they basically didn't exist. The factory bars are rated at 150lbs dynamic weight (while moving) which is similar to Thule, Yakima, etc. so I just used the factory bars and they've been fine. I've drove across the US, for weeks in Canada, etc. The static load when sleeping up there is usually 3-4x more than the dynamic weight so it's no problem sleeping 2 people up there.
NEAT-O
It's pretty great!
Looks like a zendure
I can see that
Well done sir! I hope that tool mfr’s watch your channel and take notes.
I hope so too!
Awesome video! Thanks Todd. For sockets, I went with the Vaco 7 in 1 impact VACO1071. I believe Klein makes it. Very similar to the Klein 7 in 1, but these are metric (7/8, 10/12, 13/14). So with 3 pieces, you get 5 of the 7 Toolcheck sockets, substituting a 14 for the Wera 5.5 & 6.
Those look good. I see Klein finally has metric versions of their flip sockets which are similar
Very cool work! I don't understand why EDC-centric manufacturers keep using single-sided bits. The whole point of us whackos paying top dollar and obsessing over minutae to stuff our pockets with crap is to maximize utility and minimize space. Only double-sided bits fit both criteria yet they're incredibly rare and highly incompatible. It's weird.
100% agree, double sided bits are so much better for EDC
This was a really well done video! Does the spring retention in the 711L loosen over time? It really holds on the sharp shoulders of the steinwhale bits and makes the smaller bits (especially the t6/t8) really difficult to insert and remove.
I’m sure it will loosen up over time.
Using any sort of no contact voltage detectors to test if a circuit is dead is very much skimping on safety. I love NCV testers. They're an amazingly useful tool to have in the pocket for troubleshooting. But they have their time and place and what you're using them for certainly isn't it. For proper, actually safe testing, you need to use something that still shows voltage even if the battery's dead, something with a low probability for errors and most importantly, 2 probes!! Because NCV testers rely on your connection to ground, the result can be skewed by how you grip them and how insulating your shoes are. This is why using them like you are is unsafe. A name brand death stick is still a death stick.
Thanks for the info. I typically use mine to confirm that the breaker really got the circuit before I work on things but I can definitely double check with my meter
Best advise I ever had gotten when trying to find a stud, use any stud finder, but then follow that up with a decent grade magnet. Run the magnet where the stud finder says there is a stud and see if the magnet snags on that line. If it does then there are screws there and likely there is actually a stud there. Stud finders with electrical or even better yet water pipe detectors are better too.
If the micro driver and 3D prototyping tray are available for sale, please be sure to reserve a set for me, thank you very much.
What do you know about customizing a bit set... more specifically, a double sided t20/flathead would be the ideal pairing for my specific need. Thanks for sharing
I don’t think that would be something an average person could do
Not worth it
I’m in the process of building a home/hobbyist tool kit from scratch, and this was super helpful for and inspiring! I really appreciate all the time you put into making this. ❤
Thank you so much for your generosity, glad you liked the video
I've had the tool check plus for 4 years, never lost a bit thanks to the storage component. The ratchet still works like new. Great kit. None of these compare. If your buying at harbour freight, your not serious about tools!
Nice video very helpful. This would be perfect if it could do 100 watt input charge. The Quick Start Guide on Anker website interestingly enough shows on LCD Input: 99W. So can this do 99W on charge? What are your thoughts?
Idk why someone would judge you for your tools not being dirty. Why would you want dirty tools. I make sure to thoroughly clean all of my tools before they go back in their place
I feel like I need to thank you and this video. I ended up getting a custom cyber compact and it turns out it was my dream pocket edc. .
Awesome! I really love my custom Cybertool.
8:07 your pronunciation of Knipex is totally correct here! 😉👍
Would be nice to see a mini van that would fit 3 adults. I've had a couple of ideas but don't have a van yet to actually work ideas out.
The "Square" bits are called Robertson bits, You're welcome.
This is by far the best solar panel video, awesome information! Just wondering though, can you recommend some solar panels for charging 30,000mah ~ 40,000mah power banks? Reason I'm asking is I notice there are several devices that goes up to that mah these days, from power banks to portable fans. (I have a 30,000mah power bank and a portable fan that also serve as a 40,000mah power bank)
The way I see it, if you need to power a mini-fridge, a portable AC unit, go get a bigger power station. If you're just charging through USB-C, such as your phone, an iPad, or maybe a portable fan (the best portable fan I found is comes with 40,000mah storage), a power bank with a solar panel is good enough.
It feels like a Victorinox Compact would make your weight drop even more. It’s a very compact tool that’s hard to beat. 😄