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What I Use to Make My Videos — My Broke Boy South Wales Budget

A lot of people ask me what I use to record my videos, what I use to edit them, and basically how I put everything together.

So I thought I’d just throw it out there — my little broke boy South Wales budget and exactly what I use.

First up, editing.

I use CapCut Pro, and yes, I actually pay for it monthly. That comes straight out of whatever earnings I make from the channel, so that’s one of my regular little outgoings.

For recording, my main camera is simply my iPhone 13.

It’s my own personal phone, and I’ve been doing this for years. I started on an iPhone 11, moved to the 13, and honestly, you don’t need some massive expensive camera setup to make decent videos.

I’ve also got a GoPro Hero, which I use occasionally for things like exhaust shots, in-car footage, or mounting it on the roof to get different angles.

It sounds great having all these different camera angles, but if I’m honest, for the amount of effort involved, it doesn’t really add that much value. It’s a bit of a faff.

I’ve also got a DJI Neo drone.

I’ll use that for an overhead shot, maybe circling a car, or doing one of those follow shots when I’m filming something moving.

It’s not the world’s greatest drone — it’s more of an entry-level, accessible drone — but that’s actually why I like it. It’s easy to use and it gets the shots I need without turning filming into a full production.

Then we’ve got RØDE microphones.

And I’ve actually got two sets.

One set stays in the garage, and one is for filming cars, shows and other content.

Why?

Because those bloody magnets on the microphones pick up every bit of metal filing going around the garage!

They get absolutely covered in the stuff, so rather than constantly cleaning them, I’ve got a garage set and a filming set.

I’ve also got a DJI gimbal.

I spent good, good money on that when it first came out. It’s got a really good app, it’s got the follow-me function, and at the start I did use it quite a lot.

But honestly?

I probably haven’t used it in the last 12 to 18 months.

I just find it surplus to requirements now.

It’s another thing you’ve got to set up, you’ve got to connect your phone, you’ve got to open the app, and then when you’re using your phone for everything else, you’re constantly switching between apps and reconnecting everything.

It’s just a bit of a potch.

You’ll actually see me at shows quite often just walking around with my phone recording.

And that’s because it’s simple.

I’ll film something, I’ll sit in the car on a break, edit it, carry on filming, edit some more on the way home, and get the video uploaded.

That’s probably why I tend to get videos out reasonably quickly.

I’ve got a little bit of OCD about wanting things finished.

If I’ve filmed it, I want it edited.

If I’ve edited it, I want it uploaded.

And then I can move on to the next thing!

And finally, something I’ve just invested in — and don’t laugh — Ray-Ban Meta glasses.

Yes, I bought them.

People do laugh at them. They have got a bit of a reputation.

But I’ve actually found them pretty useful.

My only real disappointment is that they record in portrait mode.

And obviously, being a YouTube channel, most of what I want is landscape.

But for Shorts, Reels and little bits of behind-the-scenes footage, they’re actually really good.

They can be a little aggressive when you turn your head quickly, because obviously the camera moves with your head, but I think they’ll be really good for car reviews if I start doing more of those and actually taking my cars out properly.

So, there you go.

That’s basically my setup.

I do use tripods , however at present I have none as there all broken 😞 ( feel free to gift me one lol 😂 )

And when you actually add everything up, it isn’t exactly broke boy budget.

The microphones are around £100 a set.

The gimbal was around £120–£130.

The Ray-Ban Metas were nearly £300.

The iPhone was around £800 at the time.

The GoPro was a couple of hundred quid.

The drone obviously cost money. Around £160 at the time

And then there’s the monthly CapCut subscription. Like a tenner

So it does all start to add up.

But here’s the point I’m trying to make:

You don’t need all of this.

If you’re thinking about starting a YouTube channel, making car videos, doing Shorts, Reels, TikToks — whatever it is — start with your phone.

That’s literally what I did.

Your phone is already in your pocket. You’ve got a camera, you’ve got a microphone, you’ve got an editing device, and you’ve got everything you need to start creating.

Don’t convince yourself that you need a £3,000 camera setup before you can make your first video.

I had a top spec cannon slr and some expensive lenses in the thousands before , they didn’t get used as there just not as authentic at my level

You don’t need it

Just start filming.

You can add bits and pieces as you go, and if the channel starts making money, then you can reinvest that money into the equipment.

That’s basically what I’ve done.

So hopefully that gives you a bit of an insight into what I use and how I make these videos.

If you’ve enjoyed it, hit that like button, subscribe if you haven’t already, turn the notifications on, watch the videos through to the end, share them with your mates, and help me keep this channel growing.

Because I’ve got loads lined up.

There’s plenty more content coming, and hopefully you’ll stick around to see it.

Anyway, keep it boosted!

#fastford

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A little honest chat about the channel… ❤️

Good morning, good afternoon, good evening — and a massive thank you to everyone who supports the channel, watches the videos, comments, shares them, comes to events and says hello. Honestly, it means more than you probably realise.

I wanted to have a little bit of an honest chat.

We’re only a small automotive YouTube channel. We cover car shows, events, reviews and, most importantly, we actually get stuck in and build cars ourselves — especially retro Fords. RS, Cosworths, old-school Fords… you know the sort of thing we love! 😂

But lately, the reach on the channel has really dropped.

A lot of the people watching are casual viewers rather than subscribers, and when you’re putting everything you’ve got into creating videos and seeing a few hundred views, it can be incredibly demoralising.

I don’t want this to come across as a moan, because I genuinely love making these videos. But there’s a huge amount of time, money and effort that goes into the channel.

I’m filming while trying to work on my own cars. I’m editing late at night. I pay for editing software, equipment, microphones, drones, my unit, materials and everything else that comes with actually making this stuff happen.

And on top of that, there’s a family, a young daughter and a proper full-time job — because this isn’t my job. It’s something I do because I love cars and I love creating content.

I’ve tried my best to keep bringing you content every week. Members get videos early, and I’m often putting out two videos a week — and this week I’ve actually put out four!

Yet the numbers are still really low.

And I’ll be honest… sometimes I sit there and ask myself, “Is it actually worth it?”

The funny thing is, then I’ll be at an event and someone will come up to me and say they watch the channel, tell me they enjoy the builds or thank me for making the videos.

Those moments genuinely mean the world to me. ❤️

So I’m asking for a little bit of help.

If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe if you haven’t already.

It’s completely free.

👍 Like the videos
💬 Leave a comment
📲 Share them with your mates
📢 Share them on your stories
🔔 Turn on notifications
🚗 And tell someone who loves old Fords about the channel!

All of those little things genuinely help YouTube realise that people are interested in what we’re doing.

And if you’re already subscribed, thank you. Seriously.

We also have channel memberships for anyone who wants to support us a little bit more, but there’s absolutely no pressure to do that. The important thing is that you’re here.

I don’t know where this channel is going to end up, but I don’t want to give up on it.

So let’s see if we can give it a bit of a kick up the backside and get it back in front of people who love cars as much as we do.

Right… rant over. 😂

Back to the cars.

Thank you for sticking with me, and I’ll see you in the next video. ❤️🚗💨

#boosted2000
#automotive
#fastford


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2 weeks ago | [YT] | 23

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Come and see myself plus other channel cars at Ford’s at the castle hosted by Welsh Ford .
A brilliant day out , surrounded with awesome cars .
We have our own stand ! So make sure you check it out
#welshford
#fastford
#rsturbo
#cosworth

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1 month ago | [YT] | 38

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Hi everyone,

This week’s Members Only video will be published on Saturday morning.

First of all, I want to apologise for there being no Members video last week and for this week’s slight delay. I’ve been working on a few behind-the-scenes projects that I can’t make public just yet. As you can imagine, they’ve taken up a huge amount of my time, along with the odd side hustle to help cover the rent!

That said, I’m really looking forward to this week’s video. It’ll be all about the Escort, and I think you’re going to enjoy it.

Then, on Saturday afternoon (or Saturday evening at the latest, with Sunday morning as a backup), I’ll also have a video from RS Combe. That should be an absolute cracker! I’ve got a few mini interview slots lined up with some amazing people and some incredible cars, so I’m hoping to put together a proper full-length feature covering the event. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic day.

Looking ahead, the week after next I’ve got a week off from the day job, and I’ll be throwing as much time as possible into the RS Turbo Fiesta restoration. Hopefully—and I do mean hopefully—we’ll get the remaining welding finished, if Dylan can manage to get some time off work! After that, the plan is to get all the seam sealing done, apply the Raptor stone-chip coating, and, if everything goes well, even get some base coat on. I’m also hoping to get the rear beam back on and finally have the car back on its wheels, ready for the bodywork prep.

I can genuinely see the light at the end of the tunnel now… it’s getting closer!

As always, thank you all so much for your continued support. It really does mean a lot and helps keep the channel going.

I’ll see you all on Saturday for the Members video. I’ll try to get a few Shorts uploaded in the meantime, but until then, keep watching, stay subscribed, and thanks again for being part of the journey!

#boosted2000
#fastford

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2 months ago | [YT] | 44

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On today’s feature of subscribers’ cars, we have Andrew’s small-turbo Escort Cosworth. But this isn’t just any small-turbo Escort Cosworth—it’s an incredibly rare example.
At first glance, you might assume it’s a 909 shell because it has no sunroof, but it’s actually a genuine Cosworth-ID car. It’s a super-rare, low-spec model that left the factory without rear headrests, splitters, hockey sticks, or rear pop-out windows. Since then, Andrew has sourced and fitted all of those factory parts, enhancing what was already a very special car. Importantly, he has retained all of the original components, so it can be returned to its original specification if desired.
The car has recently undergone a full restoration and is now in concours condition. No matter where you look—inside, outside, underneath, or even upside down—the attention to detail is outstanding.
The lack of a sunroof isn’t the result of anything being removed; that’s exactly how the car left the factory.
Take a look at this stunning example. Andrew bought the car around 20 years ago—I remember when he purchased it. Looking back now, what an incredible investment that turned out to be.

#cosworth
#fastford
#escortcosworth

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2 months ago | [YT] | 67

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Okay, today’s feature is Bozzy’s bozs Escort RS2000.

This is a Mk6 variant, so it comes with the later-style front and rear end. The owner first got in touch with me last year about a low-boost turbo conversion. We talked through everything that was needed, supplied the relevant parts numbers and information, and have stayed in touch throughout the build.

Now, after a year of hard work, the car is finally finished, back on the road, and professionally mapped and tuned by Quest Motorsport. Massive shout-out to the team at Quest for their work on this one.

The result? A very healthy 215 brake horsepower.

What’s even more impressive is that the owner has just got this car MOT’d and back on the road after 15 years off it, having carried out all the work himself. He’s also painted the car at home and later repainted it while fitting an Escort Cosworth-style body kit.

There are still a few plans for the future, including fitting the correct period front and rear lights, boot, and other finishing touches. But as anyone who’s built a project car knows, these things take time.

Right now, it’s all about smiles per mile, and the important thing is that the car is back where it belongs—on the road.

Just look at that glowing turbo and downpipe. In a lightweight Escort like this, 215 horsepower is more than enough to put a smile on your face. It delivers strong torque, quick response, and virtually no noticeable lag.

So, what do you think of this one?

We’re seeing more and more Cosworth-inspired replicas being rescued, rebuilt, and returned to the road, and it’s fantastic to see.

Thanks, as always, for the support. Keep watching the channel, and remember, if you’d like your car featured, send me a message via email or Instagram. We’ll get some photos and content together and showcase your build.

We’re also still looking for vehicles for full road tests, reviews, and driver interviews. If that sounds like you, get in touch.

Until next time, keep it boosted!

#cosworthreplica
#fastford
#rs2000

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2 months ago | [YT] | 59

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Big video tonight !

Well , I think 🤔

Anyhow , news on the type r !
Keris fiesta RS turbo retuns !
Late night boost on the escort and some painting like Picasso


Ohh my my mk7 fiesta and another car gets dropped off

Anyhow ! Watch it , like it , hype it

And share it

Put a positive comment down to , it’s hard work doing this and need all the help / support I can get 🤍😍🤍

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#fastford
#rsturbo
#cosworth

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2 months ago | [YT] | 19

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Next up is Logan’s ST3 Focus diesel Mk3 Focus RS replica.

What’s really special about this car isn’t just the fact that it looks like a Focus RS — it’s that Logan only turned 17 two weeks ago. What an absolutely epic first car!

As I said, this started life as a diesel Focus ST3 before receiving an RS front bumper and modified front vents. Logan then sourced a genuine RS rear bumper and rear spoiler, along with genuine RS Brembo front brakes. RS rear brakes are also planned for a later date.

To complete the look, Logan had a custom exhaust setup made. It’s a dummy-style system, but features fully functional RS-style slashed 5-inch tailpipes.

Being an ST3, the car already comes with plenty of desirable features, but Logan has taken it even further. It now has an RS heated steering wheel and a full RS interior. Honestly, if this car drove past you or you walked past it at a show, you’d never know it wasn’t a genuine RS.

Well done, Logan. Hurry up and get on the road! I look forward to seeing the car out and about, and thanks as always for the support.

If anyone else wants to see their car featured on Subscribers’ Rides, send me a picture and some details via Instagram or email.

Instagram: Deathboxdan
Email: avit_pearc@hotmail.com

Stay subscribed!

#focusrs
#st3
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2 months ago | [YT] | 21

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Up next for viewers and subscribers is Mark’s incredible Fiesta ST3.

This is far from a standard ST3. It’s been extensively modified inside, outside, and under the bonnet, and it’s now running a Stage 3 setup that produces some seriously impressive power. I’ll let Mark reveal the exact horsepower figures in the comments!

Mark has been a loyal subscriber and supporter of the channel since day one, and his dedication to the Ford scene really shows. This Fiesta is his pride and joy, but it’s not the only gem in his collection—he also owns a flawless Focus ST225 finished in the same stunning colour.

I’m sure many of you will be seeing Mark and his cars on display at shows in the near future. Until then, sit back, enjoy the photos, and take a moment to appreciate the time, effort, and passion that have gone into building this fantastic Fiesta ST3.

A huge shout-out and thank you to Mark for his continued support of the channel! 👏🚗💙

#st3
#st180
#fastford

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