Scored a new job!

[merbie]

Well iv been unhappy in my current job for a while now mostly because I feel I have outgrown it and I want to
Learn more about panel work and specialised welding but also engine building and fabrication so today I had my sort of interview at a Bugatti workshop and I got the job! The previous place I worked was 8 till 6 new job 8-430 and I'm earning more money than I did there, but I have a couple questions, number 1 how do I keep paying the snap on and mac guy now I have moved work places? And now I'm full time should I get a proper snap on box? Also I wanted to add I gotta thank the journal for advice and knowledge which has helped me land the job there are some truly genuine people on here so thank you


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[wyo george]

Honest answer:

1. You simply tell your SO dealer you are moving and make proper arrangements to pay him.

2. Buy a box if you want, it's your money. I've always been of the opinion that my tools make me money, the box just keeps them off the floor. I refuse to go in debt for tools, much less a box to put them in.



Opinions vary, congrats on the new job!!!


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[BirdMobile]

Honest answer:

1. You simply tell your SO dealer you are moving and make proper arrangements to pay him.

2. Buy a box if you want, it's your money. I've always been of the opinion that my tools make me money, the box just keeps them off the floor. I refuse to go in debt for tools, much less a box to put them in.



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That.

Boxes look nice, but there are a lot of ways to do the same thing (hold/move tools) that don't cost anywhere near as much.

 

[veks]

We're going to need pictures of the new shop and project cars.

About your so and mac guys tell them in advance. They might thank you if neither one has that shop on their route. Most definitely buy a box unless they provide you with one.

 

[merbie]

http://www.duttonbugatti.co.uk/ and he was saying that workbench space is tight which is why i am thinking of getting a box i can work on

 

[franzdom]

Wow you are so lucky!!!

 

[chicane]

And now I'm full time should I get a proper snap on box?

Why don't you get a real box?

 

[kelpaso1]

Why don't you get a real box?

What kind of answer is that? Enlighten us please.

 

[merbie]

okay mac then i don't care, i just want something that i can woke on, my dream box is a snap on eqip in green with a stainless steel top, but i might go for a triple bank heritage series with a stainless top

 

[upndown]

Make due with what you've got! Never know how this new job is gonna work out. Eye Candy can always be added later.

 

[bcradio]

What kind of answer is that? Enlighten us please.

 

[Wuaname]

I wouldn't go into a payment plan / financing for a snap on box.... unless you have that much excess cash flow...Then, heck yeah!

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congrats on new job

 

[wornoutoldman]

Congrats on the new gig. I would work there for free (maybe even pay them)!

 

[Chasbec]

Congratulations on your new job. My good friend is a former Snap-On dealer and I'll tell you for sure, he would really respect the fact that you're taking the initiative to honor your obligations. Bad payers and scofflaws was one of his main reasons for giving up his dealership. Best of luck on your new job!

 

[merbie]

so would i set up a direct debit or something?

 

[Zeke]

If bench work space is tight, bring in a work bench. Don't buy a 5000 dollar work bench. Shoot, buy a couple of rolling carts. Boxes are a badge of honor. A young person with a brand new truck brand tool chest is just a hot rod with a 4 cylinder engine.

And think used.

 

[merbie]

I started a thread a while ago about us pro boxes the one I'm after is 520 and 44 inches wide with a wood top a mac that is also 44 inches wide but also a few inches deeper is two hundred more the us pro is basically a HF 44


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[toomanytoyzz]

Good luck with the new job!! You must have impressed the owner. Guys who own shops like this don't tend to hire numbskulls. Learn all you can.

As for the box, I agree with the rest. Get what you can afford. No need to put yourself in debt over a box. Find an older box and restore it. Paint it blue since it seems to be the theme color in the shop.

Lastly, did you spot a Bugatti vise anywhere in the workshop? They go for some serious coin.

 

[merbie]

I did my work experience there when I was younger, now when it comes to leaving my current job what's the best way to go about it? The boss there taught me everything I know he's a really good guy and I feel bad I have to leave but it's time for something new any advice on how to let home down easy?


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[wyo george]

Tell him exactly what you just told us. If he is a good guy then he'll understand and be happy that you are bettering yourself. If he is mad that you are trying to improve your life then he's not the good guy you thought he was. I never once thought bad of an employee leaving to better themselves, even when it put me in a bind.


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[devoncoolman]

Good luck!

 

[rick carpenter]

Congrats on the new job! Now here's a song for you while you work...

 

[JonnyMac]

I would jump on ebay and grab a used snap on box. There are plenty out there, dont rush into the first one you see unless its a great deal.. right now there is a green classic 96 with matching hutch going for £3000, I would go and see it with £2500 cash and a transit van and see if you come back with it
If you don't have the cash get a bank loan, it will end up much cheaper than snap on finance... If I was still in England this is what I would be doing...
Good luck...

 

[928'er]

You're gonna need on of these (if you can't find a real one):

http://tula-bug.co.uk/vices/

Had a chance to visit Arturo Keller's collection a few years back. To me, one of the the most impressive things was that each work station in his restoration shop had a Bugatti vice bolted to the work bench.

 

[JonnyMac]

£3500 for a 5" vice... thats comical!!! Makes snap on look cheap...

 

[merbie]

I'll
Probably just get the mac 42 inch for 700 and mount a vice on the top


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[jim1987]

Will need pictures of your work for sure!

Have you worked on the quad turbo w-16 engine before? Whats that like?

 

[merbie]

Wrong Bugatti I do vintage grand pri cars


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[dlcwent]

Honest answer:

1. You simply tell your SO dealer you are moving and make proper arrangements to pay him.

2. Buy a box if you want, it's your money. I've always been of the opinion that my tools make me money, the box just keeps them off the floor. I refuse to go in debt for tools, much less a box to put them in.



Opinions vary, congrats on the new job!!!


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If bench work space is tight, bring in a work bench. Don't buy a 5000 dollar work bench. Shoot, buy a couple of rolling carts. Boxes are a badge of honor. A young person with a brand new truck brand tool chest is just a hot rod with a 4 cylinder engine.

And think used.

Here's some solid advice.

 

[merbie]

I'm only 18 so I have plenty of time to treat myself so I'll start off slow I reckon


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[kythri]

Here's some solid advice.

"Boxes are a badge of honor" is not solid advice. That's just ridiculous.

 

[abvw]

Contrary to what others have said, I personally thinks that a toolbox can actually improve work efficiency. Pros will understand, it gets old very fast going through 5-6 small single bay drawers (with cheap overloaded drawer slides) just to gather the tools you needed for a particular job. Some cheap boxes have drawers so small you can only fit one power tool (like angle grinder) buried in a bunch of loose miscellaneous tools.

I've seen so many mechanics using small boxes and wasting their time going through 2" deep of junk to find one Allen key, or had to empty their drawers to fit whatever they took out. "I don't need a bigger tool box". Yeah right, keep doing what you're doing then.

Some people can get by a whole day with just a screwdriver and pliers in their jean pocket, a toolbox is useless to them.

 

[franzdom]

Contrary to what others have said, I personally thinks that a toolbox can actually improve work efficiency. Pros will understand, it gets old very fast going through 5-6 small single bay drawers (with cheap overloaded drawer slides) just to gather the tools you needed for a particular job. Some cheap boxes have drawers so small you can only fit one power tool (like angle grinder) buried in a bunch of loose miscellaneous tools.

I've seen so many mechanics using small boxes and wasting their time going through 2" deep of junk to find one Allen key, or had to empty their drawers to fit whatever they took out. "I don't need a bigger tool box". Yeah right, keep doing what you're doing then.

Some people can get by a whole day with just a screwdriver and pliers in their jean pocket, a toolbox is useless to them.

I love this post, it's contrary to what so many people here say, and it speaks to me!

 

[SantaAna12]

Congrats!
Good advice here....you might reread Zeke's.
Here's mine: the box counts, but it's mostly what is in the box. It sounds simple, but it means something.
Here is some more: show up a day early and show your interest. Zeke's comment about finding out about bench space? Use it.
Good luck!

 

[scaltura]

Congrats on the new job , well done for landing such a prestige number , especially at your age .

<<< tips hat

As for tool box , I'd recommend a mac tech series (second hand) , I have 2 1000's , you can pick them up for £1,000 a piece of the bay of flea's , or around £1,500 for top and bottom .

Lots of bargains on snappy af tools at the mo too .

Very best of luck in the new job , hardly a job , it's more like playtime with pay , neish to say the least .

 

[merbie]

What are Mac Pro series like?


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[softailgarage]

If bench work space is tight, bring in a work bench. Don't buy a 5000 dollar work bench. Shoot, buy a couple of rolling carts. Boxes are a badge of honor. A young person with a brand new truck brand tool chest is just a hot rod with a 4 cylinder engine.

And think used.

Listen to Zeke

 

[raddksn]

Congrats on the new job! Now here's a song for you while you work...

Gotta love Johnny Cash!

 

[merbie]

Handed in my notice today, boss was fine about everything and said you can't stay In one place forever so I have the go ahead, going to have to be looking over my shoulder these next two weeks haha


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[methomas70]

From their website (http://www.duttonbugatti.co.uk/workshop.htm)

"Our workshops, dyno cell, body shop, toolroom and car stores occupy nearly 20,000 square feet (1,850 m2) of buildings on our farm in rural Buckinghamshire. Set in the ideal environment to enjoy vintage motoring with winding lanes and great pubs. This is also the "silicone valley of the motor-racing industry" with many Formula One teams and Silverstone nearby. We regularly have 20 bugattis on site undergoing restoration, our showroom holds, parts, displays and Bugatti miscellany alongside Bugattis looking for a new home."



Hmmmm.
Nice gig.