Congratulations on nearing the 1 million subs mark!!! I'm super stoked for all a guys success. Couldn't happen to a more deserving guy. Did it all and stayed true to who you are and what you do. Thanks for always being you Derek. Thanks to Jessica, the boys and a guys whole family for all their tiring help behind the scenes!!!

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@buuglabuugla

2 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage I have a set of heads you can use if you need some in a pinch. May have to put your springs on. The ones on them are rated for 600 lift hydraulic

@ronniewall1481

2 жыл бұрын

WHY DONT THEY BUILD A LIFT THAT TILTS CAR ALSO. YOU'RE BUILDING TURN CAR ON SIDE.

@lessharratt8719

2 жыл бұрын

@@ronniewall1481 They do. Called a rottiserie.

@dalesmith3669

2 жыл бұрын

You asked about suggestions for what cars on lift how about both Cadillac's.

I grew up in a double wide so I feel right at home.

@SethRileyOkieFromNotMuskogee

2 жыл бұрын

Haven't read the other comments. Have no need to. You win.

@mullinsjm1

2 жыл бұрын

I live in a single wide, so I'm good with one of the singles. 😆

@robertsaylor8796

2 жыл бұрын

@Darryl Burgess your lucky and your family is fancy…. Sh$t I grew up in a single wide tuff world we are in

@imemployed1524

2 жыл бұрын

My family was rich, we had a triple wide, king castle of the park

@dragonrider9051

2 жыл бұрын

Not to brag or nothing, but my Grandpa put two double wides together. That was a crazy house for the family to grow up in.

I remember watching Derek at the beginning and I can remember watching episode in a shop where you could see his breath it was so cold. I remember watching him move shops and get his first lift. Derek has come a long, long way and he's like the guy you can't help but root for.

@Thompsongs

2 жыл бұрын

He is completely that guy. :)

@josephknowlton7246

Жыл бұрын

He’s humble. Someday when he’s Richard Rawlings rich. He will still drink PBR wobble pops. Or jump in a car that he knows won’t make it all the way home.

Now, two of my favorite You tubers live in Tennessee. Vice Grip Garage and Hickok45. Congrats on the new place, it looks GREAT!

Derek: engine is blown up, but look at my new wheels Is probably the most relatable car guy thing of all time 😂

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

haha! Now that you say it, I'm an idiot

@jh1867

2 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage 😆😆😆

@fastlanez3000

2 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage No, your a car guy and that's why we love your channel. Don't change a thing!

@mightymikethebear

2 жыл бұрын

Just my 2 cents, I like the slotted mags better.

@chucksgmgarage1116

2 жыл бұрын

Yup that fits me to a tee I have a new 36x40 garage with 5 cars and 1 that runs 1 that needs a new battery and 3 that well don't run. This feller could use on of those double lifts if a certain company would like to donate said device.

“I don’t have anything else that runs or has a bat-tree in it at the moment.” Derek, you are the best.

Like all your fans with myself included, this move to Tennessee is awesome. The shop is every guys dream. The Wildfire lifts are really the cherry on top. Continued success. A dedicated fan from Connecticut.

Derek..continue yoour unabashed love for the Flag and Country..we need it more than ever..your success is what makes America great..to dare to dream than fulfill it is what life is about..

My favorite words to hear on KZread are: "Welcome back to Vice Grip Garage." I've been down with a fella since he was doing burnouts in snow and driving 600 miles to bring Rocky home. Couldn't be happier for a fella. What a great setup. I could use these Wildfire lifts in my Los Santos garages, lol!👍

Who built your garage? That there thing is a work of art in and of itself. Enjoy watching the videos as well as a million other subscribers. Thank you for your patriotism and support of veterans.

"Here's the Ranger that's gonna be in a lot of danger... hopefully... I'm not gonna wreck it." Oh Derrek 😖

Absolutely loved the sad piano clip that accompanied the still shot of the poor Ranger AFTER the danger. 👍

@andrewhawkins449

2 жыл бұрын

LMAO at it when it came up so sad she didn't get more time to shine.

@mikesr3407

2 жыл бұрын

Same here Guy , great comment , this feller had two rangers so far in his life !

Congratulations! You've earned all of this by being a great family man, terrific mechanic, and a fine fellow as well.

@trevsion

2 жыл бұрын

And I love his silly deadpan sense of humor! I can learn something and have a chuckle at the same time 😋🤘

Congratulations Derek on the success of this channel. I'm proud to be one of the many that has watched it grow into what it is today. I always go back and watch the videos that started it all and I still laugh my butt off. Once again Congratulations man.

Dream shop a guys got there… We’ll deserved! Thanks for taking a dude along for the ride! Every time you do the finger thing it reminds me of my Buddy Tim… He speaks Minnesota too… Cheers !

For some reason it makes me really happy to see a Guy in a great shop! Truth be told I really need to thank you, A guy and his wonderful family have been getting this guy through a really bad year with a smile on my face. Congratulations on the move and the new shop! I can already see some amazing things happening down the road. Best of luck and as always God Bless...

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏 chin up, pants on 1 leg at a time, keep your feet moving, and LAUGH.

@RandyMartinOrRanders

2 жыл бұрын

I second this, Thank you Derek for sharing your life and your family, it is a true joy to watch.

@kurtludwig4783

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely!

WildFire has amazing customer service. I found a typo on their website and filled out the contact us form on the site. They called me within 30 min. nice guy.

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

They really do!

Congrats Derek, your hard work and dedication is paying dividends!! Couldn't happen to a better Guy 🤜🤛

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

Watching from alberta Canada, I really like what you do AND how you do it! Including you’re family in the process, humour, candor, it makes the process down to earth and real. I really like the idea that you’re , correct me if I’m wrong, a libertarian, God given rights included. I’m a God fearing man myself, cudo’s to you

You my friend are a total success story every mother/ father would be proud to call son...I love to watch you go about your day sometimes I feel you entertain yourself as much as most of your viewers... "like ol Ross the painter" from New Smyrna Beach fla.i find your content peaceful and calming to watch...a man once said, if your doing what you love you'll never work a day in your life... thank you for the inspiration ...may your lows be few and your highs uncountable.peace brother.

A guy is just SO pleased to see VGG’s continued success. Us fellers that never learned growing up about working on vehicles really appreciate the information and humor 🤘

@cecilkelley2326

2 жыл бұрын

I probably do know you but I don't remember you yeah my name is Guy

@denisomeara6140

2 жыл бұрын

what is an infomercial

I'm glad things are going so well for you. If there's a guy deserving, it's you Derek! Love the videos.

Poor Ranger🥲 r.i.p.!! Yep, it was in a lot o danger! Love the new shop! Loving your work👌

One of the favoriterst flaming freedom cars, the INDEPENDENCE. The classic example of what a true American can bring back to life. Zoom, Zoom. We stand true as fighters, in the war on our freedoms. Thanks Derrick.

Derek you’re truly an inspiration., I love what you’re doing and I’m happy to see the success you’re having. Power to you big dog!!

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

I recommended wildfire to a client because of vgg. They bought an xlt and I was able to toss it up for them in a couple hours. Great lift. Much better than other 4 posts I am familiar with. Looks like a killer new shop. That client didn’t have a huge shop, but it was tall. Took advantage of the height by putting shelves above the cabinets they chose, used a “library style” rolling ladder for access. Got it all from grainger, probably something to consider to utilize some of the height in that shop.

@wildfirelifts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. Much appreciated!

Congratulations on the new shop & your move to Tennessee as well, Derek!! Here’s to hoping you get everything moved in , settled, & organized as soon as possible.

I had the opportunity to talk with the folks at Wildfire, bought one of their lifts, got it up and running in my new shop. Fantastic folks to deal with, recommend the lift to anyone looking.

What the Marlboro man was to Marlboro, Derek is the wild fire lift and O'Reilly's man 😆 👏👏👏

10k views in 20 minutes. Brings a tear to a guys eye to see Derek and his family doing so well. Nope, its definitely rust. Nope, gasoline.😢😁 Also a guy is getting enough rigs to hold his own car show!

Congratulations Derek you actually called aluminium aluminium The British way or the wonderful cars in your last video I would die to be there. I’m like you I want to bring them all home The new workshop looks fantastic keep it up Derek I just wish I lived down your way instead of cold damp rainy England

HEY Derrick it's been awhile since i commented congratulations on one million subscribers you and your family deserve that so any who only you to create little grip garage way to go it made me laugh and made my day thankyou wish you and family well good luck and god bless walt from newwindsor md.

Looks like a guy is doing a right bit fine for himself and his family. So happy to see it.

Wow man thats a great garage! Love those wildfire lifts too. I got my lift for 700 dollars but cost me another 300 to get the parts to get it all done. However mine sat out in the rain in pieces for about 20 years after being pulled from an alignment shop. Works great now tho! I don't miss wallowing all over the ground and filling the old back crack with dirt thats for sure..

Hey GuY !! I Can Only imagine How Excited You were When you Pulled The Cats in For the 1st Time. Stepped Back and Took It All in !!! What An Great Feeling that Must of Been !!!! EXCELLENT, So Nice ə Nice !!! Man That's making me SMILE 😊. LOVE THE GARAGE AND LIFTS.... VERY COOL D ! ✌🏼

I remember when a guy only had one circuit, and it was in the house, glad to see you've had success, and excited to see what you'll be able to build with the new shop!

A guy just finished dinner and picked up his iPad…perfect timing!

@kevinparr7369

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@goovoo1408

2 жыл бұрын

I was watching another video and this notification popped up...I was most excited

I'm really happy to see a guy's hard work finally paying off. You deserve it Derek!

FYI a suggestion please install 4x8 sheets of plywood inside along the wall base to protect your building from damage from accidental hits from working in your shop! I was Store Director in Retail Grocery business +25 years and every.stores back room had plywood installed. This will also protect from break-ins too. CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW SHOP!

A fellow from the old world can still get behind a "guy", when he has so much enthusiasm for what he's doing. Building your own, be it cars, bikes, sheds, garages, workshops. It's all mega when you enjoy it. Keep the videos coming chap

It's going to be hilarious when Derek's accent starts mixing Minnesota and Tennessee.

@kevinshiley9061

2 жыл бұрын

Is that called Minnessee or Tennesota??

@alexpaterson5489

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinshiley9061 Ya'll don'tcha know?

@JasonTAho

2 жыл бұрын

I've got the Minnesota/Georgia thing goin on myself. Grew up in MN, moved to Ga when I was 20. Everyone in Georgia hears a MN accent, all my family in MN hears a Georgia accent. Kinda strange

@beckyumphrey2626

2 жыл бұрын

You can't wash that Minnesota accent off with acid. Don't cha know. I live in Georgia and we love to harass a Minnesotan when our radar picks up on one. :)

@pookysdad4884

2 жыл бұрын

Yeehaaa, dontcha know?

These lifts are great 👍 ! Got a question when can a tightass that's only a Channel lock member get to learn about why y'all moved to the beautiful South ??

Congrats on your succes and one Millione subscribers, Derek! Well deserved and many blessings to you and your family!

Derek I have been watching you since almost the beginning and to see you start with almost nothing and turn into this has just been so cool to watch. I am so happy for you and your family. Minnesota already Misses you .

The way VGG has grown is truly amazing. Congratulations on your success!

Congratulations Derek. Your amazing personality earned you that million coming soon! You deserve every good thing that comes your way! As Always, May God Bless you and yours!

You will definitely appreciate a small water heater by the sink. Cold water clean up gets pretty old really fast. What a great shop.

Derek you might / should also consider installing an open front emergency chemical wash down / fire shower - right beside your basin at the front door. Absolute life saver when things go wrong.

Man that’s my dream garage right there. A guy is happy for you Derek. You deserve it all and more. Can’t wait to meet you in person sometime. Much respect and blessings heading your way.

This video lifted my hype level as much as Wildfire lifts your cars. Discovering your channel is one of the only good things that came out of the pandemic for me, and I can't wait for what's next!

When we ran methanol in our car we used to fill the 32 gallon cell with wiffle balls to stop the sloshing (circle track). The holes would allow fuel to flow freely and the fuel wouldn't slosh around. The methanol never broke the plastic down on the balls either. Cheap & effective. However if your fuel cell fill hole isn't big enough you won't be able to fit the ball through. Just a thought.

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, so happy for you, your lady and your young family Sir.

It is truly impressive how nice that shop looks. Its a beauty. The sad music for the ranger was just too good. I needed that for sure.

i definitely want a wild fire lift once my garage is built

Congratulations on the new shop and lifts and all the success Derek, you deserve it!!!

Buddy! You are truly living...... "THE DREAM!" AWESOME! Keep these vids comin,' Sir! Love it!

Congrats on the new shop Derek. Looking forward to seeing your progress and bringing in new bute's to fix up. Cheers brother!

@THROTTLEPOWER

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, exactly!!!!!!!!

@robertowens1898

2 жыл бұрын

T-ROY! Awesome cook and awesome taste! 👍

@TROYCOOKS

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertowens1898 Thanks brother!!!! Cheers!

@512kjt

2 жыл бұрын

Ayyy T-Roy!!! Cool to see you here! I'm following you for your BBQ goodness!

@TROYCOOKS

2 жыл бұрын

@@512kjt I appreciate that very much! Cheers to ya!

derek's automotive genius is reaping great rewards. godspeed dude. this is by far the most genuine, authentic channel to plug into, keep it real man

Impressive. Most impressive For those who don't know, those of us working at home without a lift, a lift like any one of those installed today will allow you to do more work faster with less far effort. That and air/air tools (or battery electric tools) cut project time in 1/2. Plus you get double storage space when not using the lift to work. That and the sweet new pole barn with the epoxy floors takes the home project guy / weekend warrior wrench to a whole other level. Congrats to Derek & family plus every one at VGG on the big move, and more obviously landing on your feet running ! Best Of Luck !!

I love your sons reaction to the batree being dead... His nod and smiles said Of course it is dad... lol.

Congrats, Derek, and welcome south, brother! Good to see things are coming together for y'all.

A feller is really in tall cotton with all these new lifts! You rock Brother

You could get a big curtain hanging from the ceiling to separate the shop into two halves. Have a dirty half and a clean half. It’ll help keep overspray and rust dust from getting all over the nice stuff.

It amazes me...that Malibu was ready to be cashed in at the scrap yard for a tank of today's gas prices, a pack of Newport's and a 711 Roller dog! Resurecked her from the dead

This show has really become something. watching you grow has been the highlight of KZread for me and I’m sure others as well.

Amazing how far you guys have come and how much has changed in the last year or so! Congrats to you and your family, and thanks for all of your hard work and great entertainment!

Great looking shop Derrick, love those lifts and seeing your cars being under shelter. What a great setup!

Very nice new shop Derek and I am sure you will be creating mega new memories there with your family.

Glad to see things coming together for you! I hope the lift sees lots of restoration action.

god ill never get tired of hearing that machine! Them wildfire lifts fit right in that new shop good looks

Amazing how a guy can find his dreams after monetizing KZread and cashing in. God Bless Y'all! Enjoy the rides

The shop is amazing. Those lifts are really cool. I can't believe they don't need to be anchored to the floor. But I'm looking right at them so I guess I have believe it.

It's great to see a guy getting the equipment and shop that he wants, needs and deserves. Not to mention all the Vice Grip Lodge content. Great guy, awesome family and no one deserves it more. Thanks for the great content, the laughs and for teaching a fella a thing or two along the way.

@mattc3368

2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking a guy might have to donate to the "breakroom" fund tho! lol Dereks an Awesome Dude and well not sure what to call the rest of us? "The Grips" The Vice Grips"??? We're awesome too for helping a Guy out..

@vincedibona4687

2 жыл бұрын

You are getting things mixed up. Here, I will help, MGM. “A guy” = “me” “A fella” = “you” Hope this helps!

@mgmnfld3109

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattc3368 Derek seems sincere with his appreciation of his subscribers. Some people might say that his subscribers, patreons and friends put him where he is today but if his channels and his content weren't interesting, enjoyable, educational and genuine he wouldn't have the fan base he does. It takes a tremendous amount of time and effort to record, edit and post these videos. Sure, he's made money from KZread but nowhere near what Hollywood celebrities have made and personally I find the classic car content way more enjoyable.

@mgmnfld3109

2 жыл бұрын

@@vincedibona4687 I appreciate you taking the time to educate me on this topic...lol. If I'm not mistaken, Derek always refers to himself as "a guy" and to others as "a fella". Who am I to take away his title as "a guy" and use it for myself? I regard Derek always as "a guy" because that's what he refers to himself as. I'm just "a fella"...and so are you.

@mattc3368

2 жыл бұрын

@@mgmnfld3109 Thats why I wanna help the guy even more. Most of us can relate to him or his personality. He provides good wholesome content for every age and I appreciate all of his AND Jessica's efforts to bring us these videos. (Cant leave out the Boys) they're just as entertaining in the shows.

If I may make a suggestion, get one of them smaller-sized instant hot setups for the sink instead of a water heater. Congrats on the shop and the move in general. The lifts look great the lighting and white walls look clean. Can't wait to see the up-and-coming projects always a pleasure to drop in and catch a video.

Can't wait for the Videos on your Dad's Buick and the Snow Bird!! Something about both of those Rigs, just freaking Awesome!! 🏁🇺🇸🏁🇺🇸

Love the new shop what a dream congrats.

Derek, you’re so funny. Only found your channel a couple of months ago and now watching all your videos. Great content mate.

The shop is amazing. Those are the best looking 4 post lifts I have ever seen. When I build my Barn I'm definitely getting wildfire lifts those are awesome.

Well Derek, the way the danger Ranger looks now is how they usually look when ya 1st get em . Thanks !!! Fine Work !!!

a guy can really enjoy all that extra space with those new lifts! congratulations on the move.

I'ma be honest with you, that shop looks so clean it looked as if Derek was on set with a green screen background of this shop. Kinda like blue's clues.

It sure makes a guy feel good to see a fella so deserving getting such a nice shop and every square inch of it has been earned with hard work. Derek I truly wish you and yours nothing but the best. God Bless

Am I the only guy who loved auto mechanics and spent over two years in school (1982-83) and never spent a day of my life working on a car? Yeah, I started dating a city slicker and my career changed completely. Now that she’s okay with me getting dirty, my hands don’t function, due to CMT. But I’m trying, and loving it… though there’s days I literally cry about this disgusting CMT disease. Luckily for me, I think of how others are less fortunate than I am. Thank you for sharing your videos.

Derek I have been watching you and I am in the 2,000 range of your subscribers that long ago lol but I have learned so much from you and I love to continue to learn you are one of the most down to earth folks I ever seen and I enjoy watching everyone of your videos most more than once keep the videos coming congrats on the one million subscribers you deserve everyone of them can't wait to see the 2mill.

Looking great Derek. After the last video I ended up with 3 Wildfires myself, can’t say enough about the quality and safety features as well as the great customer service provided you mentioned. Heck, mine are full and now I want another! Keep up the great content.

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you for trusting my judgement!

@HoliTalksAboutStuff

2 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage i wouldn't call it judgement, it's the way you put how the lift helps you out into words, and not only that. you've proven that they have with your own videos! publicity is one thing, seeing the product work in such a good way is another. Love your content man!

@alwaysopen7970

2 жыл бұрын

Mustie1 has the same lift; I am broken and can't work a floor jack now. I hope Derek goes on forever.

That poor ranger. Thank you VGG. The content you give is incredible. One of those lifts is in my future.

@hondacota4rt

2 жыл бұрын

Considering it rolled, it doesn't look too bad. I'm sure he'll fix it up

Looking good Derek. Glad you made the move to a warmer climate. You can get alot more done there. Like your garage 👍👍👍🙌

Very cool shop and cars. You've come along way from a small shop to this. And you have a great attitude. I'm not much bad attitude mechanics. And your a great dad. We need more like you. Thanks and keep them between the ditchs 👍

Are you a business owner or did you win the lottery? LOL I hope it all works out for you Derek, you are living proof of good things coming to those who follow their passion.

Those Wildfire guys are amazing. Set the lifts up, help you get the cars on them! Do they know how to rebuild a powerglide? Lol

Keep it simple ,you deserve every good thing that happens,we are fans.

Hey feller... What a guy needs to fix the fuel slosh problem... It's called a "Fuel Surge Tank"... Basically a secondary small gas tank that runs inline with the main tank... The pump from the main tank feeds the smaller tank.. then a second pump draws from the smaller tank to feed the fuel rails.. They have a tall cylindrical shape with the inlet at the top.. and outlet at the bottom.. This creates a small reserve of fuel that is not effected by lateral motion.. so as the car whips around and the main pump looses pressure.. the surge tank has extra fuel to compensate.. this eliminates fuel slosh problems ;-)

Looks incredible. Couldn’t be happier for you and the family! Can’t wait to see the vanishing paint video and the resurrection of independence! Keep them coming.

Independence sounds like the intro for Hot For Teacher now. 🤘Glad to see you still have the Salvage Davidson... nice frickin garage man.

Dang. REALLY nice looking lifts! Thanks for showing them. One day when I build my shop I’m def getting one of those.

This has given me a great idea. Imagine living in a house that has a bonus room over the garage. Cut a hole in the floor of the bonus room and have a lift such as the double lift only capable of lifting up to floor level of the bonus room. Bingo, 4 car garage with access to the upper cars via the bonus room stairs.

Shop looks awesome, Derek! Love all the wood and light! The Wildfire's are sweet too! Congrats!

Beautiful work Derek. I know how much time and effort it takes to epoxy the floor and run electrical. Love it❤️❤️ You rock👍🇺🇲

That's a great set up you have there! The lifts make it easier to do repairs! Good man, good family, doing great things!

Congrats fella! It's amazing to see how far you've come! Deserve every ounce of success