Aviator’s Garage

Welcome to the channel. I’m a 43-year-old husband, dad, and lifelong learner sharing what’s worked for me in life—from staying in shape to saving money, and everything in between.

With a background in the military, law enforcement, and aviation, I’ve learned a lot about discipline, efficiency, and how to adapt. I created this channel to pass along things that have helped me and my family—whether that’s smart home hacks, fitness routines, or just ways to stretch a dollar during these inflation-heavy times.

Lifting weights has been a big part of my life for years, and I believe staying in shape is crucial—especially as a parent later in life. I’m no expert mechanic, but I also love working on cars, turning wrenches, and learning something new with every project.

If you’re into fatherhood, fitness, car projects, and real-life advice from someone who’s been through a few things, you’re in the right place.

Let’s build something better—together


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🔥 New gear review live! 🔥

Just dropped my full breakdown of the Nordic Back Extension Machine V3 — a versatile bench for Nordic curls, back extensions, hip thrusts, split squats, and more.

💥 Honest review
💪 Real footage
🔍 Pros/cons you need to see

Watch now and tell me what exercise surprised you the most! 👇
👉 [YouTube Link]

#GymGear #HomeGymSetup #NordicBench #thetibbarguy

5 days ago | [YT] | 0

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🚗💨 OTA 9.2 Tune Installed! Just dropped a new video showing my Tacoma’s **Overland Tailor Tune v9.2** installed by **RC Tuning FL** — and the difference is *real.*
✔ Dyno comparison
✔ Drive impressions
✔ Throttle & transmission behavior

Let me know: want a detailed dyno breakdown in a follow-up video? 👀
#Tacoma #OTTTune #RCtuningFL

5 days ago | [YT] | 1

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🔥 New video is live on Aviator’s Garage!
I put together a complete budget-friendly home gym setup using FED Fitness gear — adjustable dumbbells, a folding treadmill, and an adjustable weight bench — and honestly, this setup surprised me. Solid build, super compact, and perfect for anyone training at home. 💪🏠

If you want to check out the full video or grab the equipment yourself, here’s my personal link (supports the channel):
👉 fedfitness.pxf.io/APJrMo

🎁 Use discount code XMAS20 for savings!

More Shorts are dropping this week showing each piece in action — stay tuned!

#homegym #fitnessgear #aviatorsgarage #budgetfitness #gymsetup #foldingtreadmill #adjustabledumbbells #garagegym

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

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🔥 Sneak Peek Alert! 🔥
Just got my hands on the RitKeep Leg Press / Hack Squat Machine and it’s an absolute BEAST! 💪🤯

Whether you’re chasing quad gains 🦵 or building a bulletproof posterior chain 🍑, this machine is BUILT for serious lifters who don’t play around! 🏋️‍♂️

⚙️ 2-in-1 LEG DAY DOMINATOR
✅ Hack Squat Mode
✅ Leg Press Mode
✅ Heavy-Duty Construction
✅ Smooth & Solid AF

Trust me… your home gym NEEDS this 💯
Stay tuned for the full breakdown, demo, and brutally honest review 🎥📦

👉 Check it out here: www.ritkeeps.com/products/leg-press-hack-squat-mac…

💥 Leg day just leveled up. Are YOU ready?
Follow along @AviatorsGarage ✈️ for more gear, gains, and garage gym greatness!

#HomeGymGoals #LegDay #HackSquatMachine #RitKeep #GarageGymLife #FitnessGear #LiftHeavy #BeastMode #AviatorsGarage

4 months ago | [YT] | 1

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🚨 HELP ME DECIDE – YOU PICK THE NEXT PROJECT! 🧰🔥

Alright crew, I’ve hit a crossroads and need YOUR input. My 2018 Toyota Tacoma is paid off and running strong — but I’ve got two wild options on the table, and I can only do one:

🅰️ Option 1: Slap a Magnuson Supercharger on the 2018. It’ll add serious horsepower (kinda) and fun… but it’s $7,500 out of pocket, and honestly, some say that’s a huge waste of money for an aging platform.

🅱️ Option 2: Trade it in and pick up a brand-new 2025 TRD 4x4 Tacoma. New tech, fresh warranty… BUT it comes with sky-high prices, thanks to post-COVID inflation, and yeah — a brand new car payment, which I’d rather avoid.

📸 Swipe to see both options ➡️ Then VOTE in the poll below and let me know in the comments:
💬 Which one would YOU rather see built on the channel?

Let’s build something badass — together.
#AviatorsGarage #TacomaBuild #ToyotaTacoma #TRDLife #BoostOrBuy

5 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Hey guys, all new M2 Brute Smith Machine with 2 pulley systems showed up! It also came with a bench! Over the next couple weeks, I’ll be using this piece of equipment and giving you my honest thoughts! Video overview coming soon! #Evolpow www.evolpow.com/products/evolpow-m2b-brute-all-in-…

6 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Hey Guys Checking In - My aviation content is now on ‪@ZeroToCaptain‬ Thank you for your understanding as I figure out my content creation journey! As for this channel ‪@AviatorsGarage‬ the content will be mostly focusing on Cars and Gym Equipment.

Quick Question - What car content would you rather see first?

11 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Hey guys, I’m doing a quick poll to see what you’d rather wanna watch. Would you like to see a car video? Or a piece of workout equipment video?

1 year ago | [YT] | 1

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Hello everyone! I hope I hope all is well. I’ve been getting some great feedback and have decided to make a channel dedicated to aviation content. This way subscribers who are solely interested in aviation content have a one stop shop. The channel is ‪@ZeroToCaptain‬.

Here is its 1st video:
Joining the #Military to Become a #Pilot #truth
https://youtu.be/r0MwFPbW_ok

I have posted this video on my current channel but it will be the last of the aviation content. You will also see old videos repurposed to the new channel for organizational reasons.

My current channel is a completely random soup. It ranges from product reviews, things that have helped my family and I, fitness equipment, and working on cars. I will keep both channels going but wanted to dedicate aviation information to its own channel. Thank you for your support. Have a great day and fly safe out there!

1 year ago (edited) | [YT] | 2

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I just wanted to wish everybody a happy 4th and thank you so much for all the support and the subscriptions. If you are a veteran, thank you so much for your service and if you support a veteran, thank you so much for all of your service. I hope everybody’s getting work out and educating themselves as best as they can to make sure that they can have the quality of life they deserve. God Bless America!

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