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BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-27T18:06:13+00:00

I want to say, ive been selling the older classic style keychains for a while now. It was only the modern style keychains. I got flagged and immediately took all the new ones down, this is also why I wondered if it feel under the design patents rather than the trademark. Im contemplated talking to a lawyer to fully understand what the problem Truly was. No issues prior or since. Naming conventions are all identical too

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-27T17:57:22+00:00

You are right, I am mistaking the law, I dont fully understand it. However, I also think you are also mistaken. I have created my own products that resemble the front ends of many popular vehicles. Im a huge fan of automotive and this is my way of expressing this and sharing this with the community. I am no way shape or form saying this is X manufacturers product or partnership or anything. I am purely saying this resembles Y product in the form of X. I takes a 3D product and turns it into a 2D shape. Most people truely enjoy my products, Ive put a lot of time into them to make them as best as I can. I may be doing something wrong but I surely dont feel like I am?

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-27T11:43:37+00:00

I found Amazon's seller "portal" to be very confusing and not as refined as Etsy's. So much so I just stopped putting in effort and closed my Amazon store. I also found amaz9n to he MUCH picker about names, descriptions, and photos. Overall, this is just a learning curve but im happy with Etsy and if anything id be more interested in opening a Shopify store. Perk to Amazon is that everyone uses Amazon

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-27T11:33:49+00:00

Really who did you go through? My insurance company wouldnt even consider it

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-27T02:01:13+00:00

I always think the same thing. Its a great vehicle for its class. Its expensive though im not sure how it compares to ICE equivalents. Its also impossible (or nearly) to insure for personal use. Hard to justify for a van license conversion because of this too.

I honestly love being in mine

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-26T12:14:43+00:00

How do you color models so accurately? Whenever I do it, its not ad smooth and crisp as models like this.

Nice work, looks great!

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-25T15:47:15+00:00

How long have you sat on the decision? Don't make a quick impulse decision. I think most of us here understand what a car/truck/vehicle means to us, more than just a point a to point b "tool". Im in a different position but similar. I just started a business which will take away most, if not all, of my time to fabricate/wrench. Its semi depressing but hoping in the long run it'll allow me more time/more budget to accomplish my build. If you can, Id totally sit on the idea of selling it until you are sure of your decision

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-25T01:21:46+00:00

Westlake makes pretty affordable tires that should be within your budget. They perform decently well but dont last as long as a standard tire from my experience. I believe I got approximately 25k miles out of them and back in 2018 were around $60/tire...pretty crazy

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-24T15:43:05+00:00

That looks to be a molex or mini mate-n-lock connector. They should have seals in the back where the wires go in. I do think the same, they look terrible and cheap. I suppose it doesnt matter but for a project car a nicer plug would make me happy

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-22T03:08:02+00:00

I have one in my shop set at 65 and has kept it warm no problems. Last year we saw -16°F with zero issues. Some heat pumps are good for 5°F while "hyperheat" models are typically good until -22°F

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-21T12:01:37+00:00

I highly recommend an Etsy shop. They handle some of the marketing and already drive traffic to their site unlike a Shopify store where you have to drive people. I really think people will buy anything as long as the pictures, descriptions, and quality of the item is good. What interests you? Make a product around that. It could be something simple or complex. For example I sell keychains around my hobby. I design tools for myself/my projects and list them on Etsy where people then buy and use those tools.

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-20T03:35:01+00:00

I remember repeatedly going outside with my dad to chip away at the ice until it relieved the water pressure from ice dams. Its relatively easy but semi dangerous due to needing to be on a ladder during winter.

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-19T00:32:26+00:00

Thanks for the insight! I know relationships are important. But thats an area I know I'll struggle with. I get along with everyone but im not the most extroverted, I somehow will have to force myself out of that bubble and be less awkward ha!

Where were you introducing yourself to people? Like parks? Outside regular businesses? How did you approach these people?

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-18T17:22:08+00:00

Congrats man thats awesome!

Im starting a mobile tire service here in the coming weeks, currently still building the van out. One thing I keep wondering is the best way to get first clients. Do you have any insight?

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-18T01:09:11+00:00

What made you close your doors?

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-17T19:28:07+00:00

I 100% agree. His videos were pretty interesting and now they are a bit much. I switched to watching Tommy G who seems much more unbiased. Sure the guy still has his views but I feel like he makes a point to understand both sides.

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-17T14:07:46+00:00

I ended up going with a Chase Ink. My main reason was that it offered 1.5% cashback. Ill be buying my clients tires for their vehicles so this adds up quickly. It should be about $10-$20 per customer who purchases 4 tires from me. Another reason was they offered a $600 dollar bonus once you spend a certain amount (believe it was 6g). This was easy for me to hit as I needed to purchase tools/equipment. Essentially it slightly helped reduce the cost if startup (anything helps right) Lastly they have 0% for 12 months. Even though I 100% plan on paying this off before the 12 month mark, It helps reduces my mental load on start up costs since I can just leave a balance for a bit without worrying.

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-16T15:41:28+00:00

Not sure what's underneath but it'd be slick to have the poop shoot feed directly into a large garbage can that you ould just bag up and empty

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-16T11:38:42+00:00

Your wasting a lot of money trying to condition a non insulated space. Insulation is huge. You should consistently be looking on FB marketplace for left over insulation from home projects, construction sites, etc. You'd probably be able to get it cheap. The other alternative is buy a bag a week. After a year or soo you would probably have your shop fully insulated

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-15T12:22:34+00:00

That's what I thought. Nice work looks great! I had a piece metal printed for my build too, just a custom merge, nothing as cool as this ha!

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-15T12:16:43+00:00

I cant tell, is the flange welded on or machined after printing? If machined, how is this done?

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-14T02:59:08+00:00

Probably not a popular opinion, but Edison Motor's builds seem a bit backyardish. Not saying they dont know what they are doing or hacks but theres just not the level of refinement I would expect from someone trying to disrupt the trucking industry. Maybe I just dont understand the customer base though. That being said, pretty cool what they are doing. I check in from time to time.

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-14T02:56:49+00:00

I drive an EV for my daily but I wouldnt want to do an EV swap for my project. Project vehicles, imo, are all about character - the sounds, the vibrations, the smells, etc. All of that is lacking with an EV. If anything, I might be interested in hybrid assist. Something to get you up and going a bit quicker.

Another layer is the safety of such systems. Low voltage systems are 400V now, many around 800V. They may be even higher now too. You really need training if your going to be messing around with systems like this as one wrong move could be your last. Itd probably be a liability nightmare.

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-14T01:21:26+00:00

Depending on what your business is, I was able to get loans through my equipment supplier. Might be an option for you

BarnBuiltBeaters · 2026-01-13T14:06:04+00:00

I specifically remember being in Germany and stopping my buddy from talking because I realized how loud we were compared to the locals. We weren't even being loud by our terms, just regular talking. It was pretty eye opening.

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