Dumpster Diving "Mike's On The Scene"

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  • Howdy, y'all! My name is Mike and I absolutely love scavenging for free stuff, random treasures, lost valuables and other interesting artifacts. I mainly rock the dumpster diving scene but can be found digging through trash curbside as well as scavenging the river bottoms for lost treasures in the summer months. Join me on my epic voyages!
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    In a nutshell, I ‘m an avid dumpster diver, scrapper, picker, treasure hunter and underwater connoisseur. I prowl the city streets in search of dumpster loot, curbside treasures & scrap metal as well as scour the river bottoms for lost valuables during the summer months when I can scrounge up enough money for gas. Be sure to stay subscribed to stay up to date with my latest expeditions, y'all!
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  • @HELLAARTSYDUDE
    @HELLAARTSYDUDE Před 3 lety +13

    I had my first CAT 5 boxes score today !!! WOOOOOHOOOOO !!!! At least 100 ft left in each box and I got about 15 boxes in all 👍👍

    • @bigsponkymae305
      @bigsponkymae305 Před 2 lety +6

      What did you do? Did you strip it? Or just turn it like that?

  • @WhatsthePOINT_EDC
    @WhatsthePOINT_EDC Před 2 lety +5

    Mikes videos are so good I’m watching a throwback from a year ago for the second time. Lol.

  • @ShortiWatta82
    @ShortiWatta82 Před 3 lety +15

    Who else was hollering at the Mike @32:30 😱🤷🏾‍♀️🤣😂🤣. The box Mike don't forget the box oh he forgot 😂🤣

    • @kenshinflyer
      @kenshinflyer Před 3 lety +1

      I think, as early as 30:09, he knew he was missing that box, which he saw earlier. Probably got buried in all that trash that he forgot where it is.

  • @JoseRodriguez-lg4rj
    @JoseRodriguez-lg4rj Před 3 lety +11

    Pink bubble wrap is used mainly for IT equipment its supposed to be anti static

  • @issa-me-lissa
    @issa-me-lissa Před rokem +5

    Gotta love Mike's laugh it's a little sinister sometimes but overall it's pretty descriptive as to how he's thinking lol

  • @aaronazagoth6373
    @aaronazagoth6373 Před 3 lety +2

    Everyone is allowed to have an off day!!!

  • @ScrappingwithGrandpa
    @ScrappingwithGrandpa Před 3 lety +3

    Mike you brought back my passion for scrapping. When I was a kid I did it with my dad and four weeks ago after watching some of your videos and the 10 man Scrapper. I decided to start my adventure again last night I did some dumpster diving oh my God I got some amazing stuff thank you for bringing back my passion and I did mention your video channel in my video I hope you don’t mind.

  • @kristywebb3471
    @kristywebb3471 Před 3 lety +13

    Alright, alright, alright. Good to see you Mike. You made out like a bandit tonight. Nice haul. Have a good night and be safe. Love the videos

  • @bridgetmarden7224
    @bridgetmarden7224 Před rokem +2

    Dear Mike, your videos are awesome!! Thank you for bringing us on your journey ❤ I love all of your videos ❤

  • @gravitybear
    @gravitybear Před 3 lety +29

    Sorry, but I laughed when you were standing in the loop of wire @26:00 and trying to pull it up.

    • @estrellitaferrer700
      @estrellitaferrer700 Před 3 lety +1

      I enjoyed watching your videos.they only throw those appliances in trash ,here in the Phillippines we don't throw that.

  • @paulamiller7667
    @paulamiller7667 Před 3 lety +35

    Mike, you’re one of the hardest working people I’ve ever seen.

  • @vhin4211
    @vhin4211 Před 3 lety +9

    From the Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭🎉🎉😁😁😁😁

  • @kenshinflyer
    @kenshinflyer Před 3 lety +8

    10:06 That could be a "parol," or Christmas lantern. We bring them out only during Christmas here in the Philippines.
    37:14 For the "pamangkins" ("nephews"/"nieces").

  • @edwinyombo-an6751
    @edwinyombo-an6751 Před 3 lety +6

    Idol mike, always watching from manila caloocan city philippines..god bless

  • @pinkyackerman677
    @pinkyackerman677 Před 3 lety +32

    I hope you're taking care of yourself cuz you didn't seem like your old self in this video you're very tired and sluggish so you need to slow down and take a rest cuz you weren't the same Mike as usual we all want you to be well and rested and safe at least I do 💕🤗

    • @lanna7917
      @lanna7917 Před 3 lety +5

      I watched a few of his old video's the other day big difference and do hope all is well in his life.

    • @superchuck3259
      @superchuck3259 Před 3 lety +6

      @@lanna7917 He seems to be getting over his cold. You know, the common cold, I think it is still around. It is often brought on by allergies (cause it is Spring) and post nasal drip. So treat the drip before your throat is too sore. Anyways, he is getting moving again. This is his gym!

    • @lisacates4185
      @lisacates4185 Před 2 lety +2

      Ya,,you sound a little stuffy,take care of yourself

    • @copeproductions
      @copeproductions Před rokem

      Really?

  • @timstirling7756
    @timstirling7756 Před 3 lety +11

    I never pass up a free bag less vac, 9 times out of ten you just need to clean the filter and unclog them. $20-$30 each $50 for Bissel with all the attachments.

  • @smileybead
    @smileybead Před 3 lety +3

    Geez, i am jealous of the bubble wrap.

  • @MommaOG
    @MommaOG Před 3 lety +5

    Thanks enjoyed you taking your time out to video and edit all these videos and scraping that's hard work ppl don't think about all that stuff, anyways great haul today ty🥰😎🤟

  • @paulcoenen7918
    @paulcoenen7918 Před 2 lety +1

    Mike trying to be quiet as he is inside a dumpster full of bubble-wrap. Too Funny!/

  • @nancyfagg2974
    @nancyfagg2974 Před 3 lety +7

    Sounds like your popping popcorn on the 1st dumpster Mike!!! Lol

  • @davidbean5807
    @davidbean5807 Před 3 lety +1

    Just a little heads up, that fryer you can sell for around $800.00 bucks online. I worked for an auction junkie and he sold a lot of fryers. I use to have to pressure wash them with a hot water powerwasher. I used to use simple green and let it sit for a bit then hit with the washer.

  • @karivilello6045
    @karivilello6045 Před 3 lety +3

    He finally answered the question I've had forever...what those metal hooks were for! A skateboard holder!

  • @joekuehl2604
    @joekuehl2604 Před 3 lety +6

    Be careful with those fluorescent bulbs. That white powder at the bottom of some of the dumpsters has mercury in it.

  • @mikebell9166
    @mikebell9166 Před 10 dny

    I about cried 😢 when all those Knex were just tossed...

  • @altonhouse9740
    @altonhouse9740 Před 3 lety +4

    Go in the fire protection fab shop and talk to them about the pipe thread shavings, they are caught in the oiler pan I’m sure they would save them for you.

  • @Adam-uo2mc
    @Adam-uo2mc Před 2 lety +1

    FYI that push plate is definitely copper. Copper is used for a lot of commercial door and window hardware because it has a natural anti-microbial properties.
    Source - I have installed thousands of pieces of hardware in schools, Federal buildings, and hospital's.

  • @ericagibbons7697
    @ericagibbons7697 Před 3 lety +6

    Old calendars are really good for crafting if you want to sell somebody an outdated calendar

  • @joeycureton869
    @joeycureton869 Před 3 lety +1

    An evening of greatness. Loads of bubble wrap and dumpster juice.

  • @robinkaten5273
    @robinkaten5273 Před 3 lety +6

    Awesome video as usual. Just had a quick question. Wondered why the huge open top with all the scrap was "not for you"???

  • @bettyepresley5920
    @bettyepresley5920 Před 3 lety +3

    Another fun ride along! Thanks for the fun! Happy Easter!

  • @hilltopgypsy
    @hilltopgypsy Před 3 lety +4

    Hey Mike, you seem to have such a bubbly wrapped personality. Anyway, glad to be getting deep into the dumpsters with you.
    Look forward to seeing you every time. Thanks for dragging us along. Now let's see what we can see......

  • @gene_takovic57
    @gene_takovic57 Před 5 měsíci

    I am watching your older videos. I see that you have developed a better eye for what is good scrap and what is junk. You pick through a lot of little stuff in this video that nowadays, you would probably pass up. Keep on scrapping Mike!

  • @josephmccanlesa616
    @josephmccanlesa616 Před 3 lety +4

    With that telescope now you can see the scrap from a far...🤣🤣

  • @wheelinVa33
    @wheelinVa33 Před 3 lety +1

    The bb SRC air soft gun clips go to most of the Air soft SRC Guns but not the pistol SRC air soft guns. Just to help you out with what they go to. Stay Strong, Stay Safe, and always Stay Positive!

  • @saraalziadi
    @saraalziadi Před 3 lety +5

    I need those bubble wrap
    Good luck with a big one, Mike

  • @janiceszewczyk7849
    @janiceszewczyk7849 Před 3 lety +1

    3 day weekend off time to watch Mike the scavenger, 😉 love your camera get to see everything you see, I'm always hollering at my phone, like you can hear lol,, look Mike get that wire,look under you feet, thanks enjoying, 😀

  • @shqa574
    @shqa574 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic video, Mike! You hit pay dirt with that IT dumpster.

  • @elizabethharbinpsychicmedium

    Man that sucks about the Dottie model being lost!!! What we got here y'all.....a great video!!!!

  • @BeyondAverageLife
    @BeyondAverageLife Před 2 lety +1

    Damn Mike. You sound a bit under the weather this time. Remember. If you have to take a little time off we will still be here. 🇺🇲💪✌️👍

  • @ronniesalazar7177
    @ronniesalazar7177 Před 3 lety +3

    GOODAY HELLO TO ALL GOODFRIDAY ALWAYS WATCHING 👍😊FROM CEBU

  • @kandiwolfe1125
    @kandiwolfe1125 Před rokem

    Hey ya, Mike! You found somr great scraps! I wanted to say a big, grateful, "" THANK YOU"" to you for cleaning up around the dumpsters even when its' not your mess! I have NEVER seen you leave a mess anywhere in all the time I've been watching your videos!! Your desire to not see these scrappable items hit the landfills is applaused by me and many others! I sure wish these companies, a lumber yard scrap yard or another scrapper would see to it that! the unbroken wooden pallets weren't thrown away when they are still in good and reusable shape! Thanks again bud!! Take care! Peace to All....💜💙💜

  • @tawnihaynie1065
    @tawnihaynie1065 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Mike it's time to take a two-week vacation my friend. You're doing great however, you look a little tired. Please take care and stay safe. Talk to you later my friend. 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

  • @kandiwolfe1125
    @kandiwolfe1125 Před rokem

    Thanks bunches, Mike 💜💙💜💙💜

  • @helenchurch3577
    @helenchurch3577 Před 3 lety +1

    good job MIKEY my favorite diver

  • @melbontrager7161
    @melbontrager7161 Před 3 lety +2

    "Neices from the PHILIPPINES" 37:15 ohh??? Tell them "Kumusta Ka !! " ... and " Mabuhay, Pilipinas !! " for meeeee........ hahahaha ... love the Phils !!! .....and you, too, Mr. Mike...

  • @sandramcnight407
    @sandramcnight407 Před 3 lety +4

    Happy Easter!!! Mike and familia.

  • @CommunityKev
    @CommunityKev Před 3 lety +3

    Never fail to impress keep the goodies and videos coming me and my daughter are a big fan of your channel 👍

  • @tracisikkes7916
    @tracisikkes7916 Před 3 lety +3

    So much fun to watch you picking up stuff.

  • @michaelpaton7127
    @michaelpaton7127 Před 2 lety +1

    I thought the Levis wallet was going to be made out of Denim and they usualy look like a Levis jeans pocket.👍👍✌👊👊

  • @davidlister1303
    @davidlister1303 Před 3 lety +5

    I've noticed that clean up afterwards and even if you didn't make the mess love the video's Mike Keep up the cracking content peace
    From Dave watching from UK

  • @byron7165
    @byron7165 Před rokem +1

    That looks like a hunter's spotting scope.

  • @OriginalNethead
    @OriginalNethead Před 3 lety +3

    Finding #2 beats finding a number two in the dumpster any old time! Me, I'd be happier about that mountain of bubble wrap. If it weren't so bulky I'd suggest bundling it up and selling to resellers.

  • @kymmys9498
    @kymmys9498 Před 3 lety +1

    Cool stuff.awesome dumpster diving

  • @mnmohideen2406
    @mnmohideen2406 Před 3 lety +2

    You are really good and very hard working .Also you are protecting environment .Mike keep it up. I wish,I should be helping you.I am from India,Chennai.I subscribed.Thanks Mike

  • @donnapadgett6583
    @donnapadgett6583 Před rokem

    Great finds. Enjoyed your video. God bless you and be safe 🙏

  • @steveparker8723
    @steveparker8723 Před 3 lety +3

    You could corner the market selling bubble wrap.

  • @christinelowery6195
    @christinelowery6195 Před 3 lety +3

    You are the most thrual scrapper on u tube. Gotta love it.

  • @janetsplanet363
    @janetsplanet363 Před 3 lety +2

    Oh the bubble wrap! Lol

  • @ursamajor3362
    @ursamajor3362 Před 2 lety

    The dumpster behind Mike’s house must be the nicest, cleanest one in Harris County

  • @normajeancaballero7959
    @normajeancaballero7959 Před 3 lety +1

    Mike...you hit big this time. 👍😎👍😎👍😎👍 ♻️💲♻️💲♻️💲♻️ 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @robertafuge2311
    @robertafuge2311 Před 3 lety +1

    I was just imagining you in a spiderman outfit dumpster diving ha ha....

  • @hughstephenson2957
    @hughstephenson2957 Před 3 lety +3

    I used to take those ole stainless kitchen things apart and make marker light holders for my semi trailers outta em

  • @hooterheater
    @hooterheater Před 3 lety +1

    Love your vids. You make dumpster diving cool. Kindda would shake my head back in the day when you would scrap crutches, and then see ya wheelieing Sunday. I'm like he better keep a pair... Love that you pick up the stuff you drop, and the stuff you don't take with ya. Still can't believe that Texas don't have a deposit on bottles and cans... Much love from Canada. Pick on...

  • @donnapadgett6583
    @donnapadgett6583 Před rokem

    Enjoyed your video 😅. Lots of great finds 👍. God bless you

  • @user-vt2bw3pk3p
    @user-vt2bw3pk3p Před 3 lety +4

    REALLY RICH PLACE!!!

  • @offwithhishead2556
    @offwithhishead2556 Před 3 lety +1

    The Kia driver must have been tanking it to smash a wheel that badly! Good wireage day too.

  • @Firejoker54
    @Firejoker54 Před 3 lety +4

    Mike just take the damn vacuum cords lol. Don't listen to the haters. The chance is just so slim, noone is gonna repair those old vacuums. It's all gonna end up in a landfill anyway.

  • @msannthrope1863
    @msannthrope1863 Před rokem +1

    We wouldn’t have FedEx or UPS without USPS. Both those carriers use the Postal Service to get things where they don’t go.

  • @Ninja-Mama
    @Ninja-Mama Před 3 lety +3

    Why didn’t you get the scrap in the open top?

    • @E-hab
      @E-hab Před 3 lety +1

      because it's a scrap dumpster for its owners.

  • @snugglebug4tm
    @snugglebug4tm Před 2 lety

    OH BE STILL MY HEART! I see all that shipping supplies, Bubble wrap, yippie! And I don't even pop it! Before I retired, I got all the shipping supplies I needed, now I ask around for boxes and bubble wrap.

  • @thatsfunny7729
    @thatsfunny7729 Před 2 lety +1

    18:48 You know poor Mike isn't feeling too hot when he finds a whole full spool of #2 wire and all he says is "What's this? A whole box, looks like #2, just sittin' in front of the dumpster'' then tosses it into the truck and moves on. This videos old and I'm all caught up on new ones so, I know he recovered but, it's still a bummer to see. I'm sick right now myself so, I can relate!

  • @lanitaorjeraldlewisdillorl2258

    Mike, you know the hoses, dirt bins, etc on vacuums can sell for decent amounts on ebay, local apps, etc. some parts sell for $10-$15 but other pcs sell for $40-$100, depending on the brand and model

  • @hughstephenson2957
    @hughstephenson2957 Před 3 lety +8

    "In scene one of "adventures of Mike The Scavenger we see the Great Bubble wrap battle in the dumpster"!!!

  • @graciescott8034
    @graciescott8034 Před 2 lety

    She was waiting for Santa 🎅 lol

  • @davidpolczer9880
    @davidpolczer9880 Před 3 lety +1

    HAPPY EASTER. MIKE AND FAMILY GODBLESS

  • @user-vt2bw3pk3p
    @user-vt2bw3pk3p Před 3 lety +2

    MIKE YOU LOOK LIKE NEW DONALD MAC DACKE!!!

  • @andrewpowell6457
    @andrewpowell6457 Před 3 lety +4

    Happy Easter Mike

  • @davidthimell7845
    @davidthimell7845 Před 3 lety +8

    Maybe start selling bubble wrap at your yard sale lol

  • @SuperGoldwingman
    @SuperGoldwingman Před 3 lety +1

    I'm bummed about the skateboard pipes, looked cool, What about the ships wheel on the side? That would look nice, You could put Scoobie-Doo's cousin on your door Scrappy-Doo!

  • @gwenbaumgartner484
    @gwenbaumgartner484 Před 3 lety +1

    Plate will be brass the same as the handle pull.

  • @edgotbait
    @edgotbait Před 3 lety +5

    Mike those are not clips those are Mags or magazine
    Big difference !

  • @flyer617
    @flyer617 Před 3 lety +2

    try not to be in a dumpster and break florescent bulbs, it releases mercury vapor which you don't want to breathe.

  • @MrMattDat
    @MrMattDat Před 3 lety +2

    Mikey, I am pretty sure that telescope is a birding scope (a "spotter"). Nice find! Looks complete and the retail is always high. The quality of the optics will tell all!

  • @Albert87nl
    @Albert87nl Před 3 lety

    Geesh Knec Mechwarrior 3 madcat.. now thats a rare item!

  • @mildredmclemore-mt5mp

    Well golly jumble bee 😂 what a nite

  • @kenmock308
    @kenmock308 Před 2 lety +2

    That's awesome! My fiancee is from the Philippines🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭! You sounded like you are under the weather. Hope you feel better soon! Keep up the great work and videos brother! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family also! ✌️

  • @generatortonu4645
    @generatortonu4645 Před 3 lety +2

    USA, wild country. We do not allow to throw fluorescent lamps into the garbage. ;-)

  • @andrewgraham9645
    @andrewgraham9645 Před 3 lety

    A blessed and Happy Easter holiday to you and your family.. Cheers and peace..

  • @bigjarn
    @bigjarn Před 3 lety +1

    better the smell of roses than the effluvia of swill

  • @ronaldmanansala7107
    @ronaldmanansala7107 Před 2 lety

    Hi from philippines i watch your all vidieo godbles you

  • @rhondaredeemedprodigal
    @rhondaredeemedprodigal Před 3 lety +1

    We simply can't get enough of your videos 😅. We have started over. We have another subscription but I also have my own channel now too so you have two subs from us

  • @brucesalzwedel2323
    @brucesalzwedel2323 Před 3 lety

    A little somethin', somethin' !!

  • @ertyuiiknbvcx
    @ertyuiiknbvcx Před 3 lety +1

    35:32 Looks more brass to me, might be the camera, but i say brass. Copper is a pure metal, while brass is copper mixed with zinc, so i guess how easy it is to recognise depends on how much zink they pured and mixed in there. But yeah, it should be considered brass if you cant clearly tell it is copper.
    Both copper an brass gets more dark/red with a oxide layer when getting older.
    Copper (pure), brass (copper & zink) and bronze (copper & tin) is considered red metals.
    Look at the moon with the telescope, it is fun, you see the craters and things clearly :)

  • @jvjdrn
    @jvjdrn Před 2 lety

    Thanks for another great video

  • @shanetrent8799
    @shanetrent8799 Před 3 lety +3

    Who's the smart boy? The one with the well paying hobby.

  • @anndefauw1161
    @anndefauw1161 Před 3 lety +1

    Scored 10 totes tonight thank you big lots lol

  • @michelebroyles6941
    @michelebroyles6941 Před 2 lety

    Oooooh. I want all that bubble wrap! It drives me CRAZY

  • @susanbabb5235
    @susanbabb5235 Před 3 lety +1

    Great job !

  • @tammypalomino1584
    @tammypalomino1584 Před 3 lety +4

    When I run out of bubble wrap I can't find it only in the store.😣

  • @vivianbrett3782
    @vivianbrett3782 Před rokem

    Thank you 😊