Framing is an Extreme Sport - Stacking a Roof Solo: Shop Build #17
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- Опубликовано: 18 ноя 2022
- Like every extreme sport, solo stacking requires practice and planning. Go slow, pay attention
and use a nail gun! Never forget: Slow is smooth and smooth is fast! Watch nail
gun use here: • Nail Guns: A Quick Intro
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Awesome book that gives you step-by-step photos ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTNB_zFBSnTo_O1PqfVUwgi7ityw0JlKt and directions to make every day project. I can see myself making a few of these projects and giving them as housewarming and holiday gifts!
Absolutely amazing! One man. Few tools. Endless knowledge. Great content. Narrating, editing and building a house. Thanks for the video! God bless this man!
The amount of value Kenny offers being there in case of an accident/fall can't be over looked.
I’m sure he has a phone in his pocket at minimum.
I tell my wife I carry my phone in my chest bib pocket, so in case I fall off, I won’t land on it in one of my waist pockets.
@@te01guy If you fall you could end up unconscious or hurt enough that you can't even reach your phone.
@@te01guy I wore mine there for years as well. Ended up with a melanoma tumor in that area, just under chest/ upper trunk. 2x surgery. Might not be a good spot to carry it. I leave the sumbitch in the truck now days. Ain't gunna help if you fall I suppose.
@Shawn Dinterman
This was exactly my thought before I noticed your comment. Right on point!
Oh man soooo satisfying, at 2:00 cutting that bit and it fit him perfectly on the other side, made my day!
EC, please understand that the value of your videos are not only reaching the generation just before you, but hopefully many generations to come. Keep up the good work.
I've been framing for close to 20 years. I always appreciate that you highlight the hard and dangerous work we do
Why don’t people appreciate it anymore? I live in southern CA and people pay almost nothing for a framer
@fishmonger7020 who knows. I love my trade but it's hard to find people to employ. Regardless of what I'm willing to pay. People think blue collar is low class or something I guess
@matthewrivera5484 I'd work with you if I were closer. I was in the trade for many years. I still love framing. I learned a lot from some great guys.
Hi Scott! I'm 68 years old and have worked alone most of my career. It's inspiring to still see you "get after it" solo. I can only imagine the sore muscles, when you finally get home and the work boots come off.🤤🤤🤤
I’m a Framer and I have always told the crew we are athletes playing an extreme sport !!
Used to paint houses and do some DIY now, I agree, I could never do this
Amen! Without the trophy’s and the grandstands .. but I know .. many more who do or have done this know also.. working in whatever weather hits us to pay a rent or a mortgage, to feed and clothe our kids,under pressure every step of the way , beat up for discounted work by guys who really never “ worked” a hard day in their life! Elite athletes is even an understatement I believe! I’ve had athlete weight lifters not last past lunch break on day one! Too hard they say, can’t keep up at all .. we call those tough guys “ Beach boys” lol
God bless ya! At least we know in heart of hearts we earn every cent ! To you sir & to all of us who make our living by this proud trade: You are my hero , your crews are my heros ! Thank you 🔨🇺🇸
@@snarecat3441 You can't be made of sugar, takes a special breed.
Strong in mind and body
It's like looking at Larry Haun again. Not only are you a great carpenter, but a teacher of the trade, thank you.
Who else watches for the “Keep up the good work” at the end of every video?
Hey young fella...retired bricklayer here,.. BAC Local 1 Seattle,..68 years young. Glad to see you sharing your mastery and tricks. See your at home with the high work.
I'm 58 yrs old. You frame like I frame. Do as much as you can on a flat surface. We did some gable ends 3 stories up and installed the windows, siding and eyebrows(with roofing, and vinyl soffit with aluminum trim...all before standing it up. Saved a ton of work off of ladders and scafolding. We are a dyeing breed my friend.
I'm 55 and frame the same way... we've even set windows before raising a wall, adjusting them PLS afterwards... key words Scott said, "paying attention"... Its alway been said, "the job picks the man, the man dosen't pick the job" no truer words for construction work... and I'd rather build the office, than work in one! :)
I’ve built a LOT of things by myself in the past 25+ years and what I see in both you and myself is after all of the years how calm you are. When I was young I was a tornado wanting that job done immediately. Now that I’m older I’m more calm, more knowledgeable about what work I should do early, and to me I think I’m safer because of this. It’s more fun when you can build with experience in your tool belt.
I've been a fan for a few years now. I do feel the need to comment on the positioning of the truss gang plates. If you look closely, you'll find that the center of the plate is always on the spot that the truss members come together. Moving the plate lower to allow a block as you suggested just doesn't happen, it's simple coincidence that the block has room there.
I’ve never seen trusses with gang nails that don’t get in the way of nailing. Bravo to those truss makers
I can’t believe what you take on at your age. I’m 70 so I guess I can say that without sounding insensitive 😂. But wow. Impressive. Take care
Good for you! I spent five years roofing up at Lake Tahoe, CA back in the early 90s. I worked on hella roofs, steep (to shed show and reduce ice dams) and high-up because most homes are on steep hillsides and land is sold by the square foot, so three story houses are common. I'm almost 62, live by myself on 40 acres right on the WA/BC border at 4,000'. Winter is six months long here, and I just got in from pushing snow berms with my frontend loader on a mile of road. No neighbors. I run a Woodmizer mill by myself, mill live edge slabs, build furniture, do custom wood projects for folks. I repair and maintain all my equipment by myself. If you are like me, you are looking around at folks your age already bent over and hobbling along. Not for me. I work hard 7 days a week. That's my retirement. 8-)
May you continue to be healthy.
Im 68 yrs young. I'm a DYI guy. I don't mind working alone.
But. I have 2 grandsons whom are my tails. Gawwpa what you doing today. Can we come over and play and help?
I always say yes. What ever I'm doing I get my little helpers to learn. Teach them as much as they can learn.
Safety is a big concern with me. I teach them about it too.
I'm the guy that has a bad back from lifting heavy item in my younger years. I get sore easy. But I move on. I'm not bent over or shuffling along yet. But it's sure feels like I'm lugging rocks sometimes. I now have 2 more great grandsons to the tribe. I'm a happy gwawwpa.
I also have grand daughters I dearly love. God bless
Never been in the trades, but I am the son of a master DIYer. Watching you scamper across the catwalk, pushing the saw trimming sheet goods, while I recover from a knee replacement is inspiring. I’m a bit older than you, so KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, YOUNGSTER!
This guy is amazing
I gotta say there is just something about framing. Some of the most enjoyable and hard work I’ve ever done, you get a great sense of accomplishment from it. Love watching these videos now that I don’t frame anymore.
I agree. i think it's the biggest visual bang for your buck that makes it so rewarding. Scott's videos are so valuable for the content, but also the connection he makes to so many people. It's like connecting with my father all over again, RIP, dad.
You are part of a dying breed. Your knowledge, willpower and discipline will be a great loss to the world of fabrication when your retire or when god deigns it time for you to come on home. Love watching you work. I wish I had your knowledge and capability.
Got to tip my hat to you sir. In your 60’s and still getting after it. Well done!
Yay another great video from the Mr. Rogers of construction, always looking forward to the next video.
Just wanted to let you know as a contractor myself, I appreciate your style and attention to detail. While your productive, I wouldn't DARE call you a production framer (that's a bad word in my book, fixing too many of their mistakes constantly). You just can't compete with old school craftsmanship. God speed from Kentucky, keep up the great work.
Love waking up and watching people being productive!
3:57 “Measuring is the enemy of precision.” - Christopher Schwarz.
This old boy is an absolute beast, and must have some mightily oversized balls the way he’s up there standing a full size gable end, standing on a 6x2 plank.. 😆
Maximum respect for this madman; I love his grandfatherly presenting style and the constant stream of pearls of wisdom he stays dropping. This project has been a joy to follow.
God bless, from bonnie Scotland. 💪🏻🏴
You are a master craftsman. I never would have attempted to put up a roof without assistance!
You're my favorite old school craftsman. You're a modern day Larry Haun. I'm happy that your children are nearby. That's quite a blessing.
Scott - I'm loving this series. So many little (and big) nuggets of wisdom!
One thought on sub-facia - as the owner of an almost 100 year old house, I can tell you that gutters nailed directly to the ends of the rafters will eventually cause rot if not maintained properly and there will be no purchase for the spikes. When this happens, there are not really any good options. Scabbing on a sister to the rotten rafter tail is the easiest but certainly not clean solution. A sub-facia is one more line of defense to this issue. If the sub-facia rots, it is a simple matter to remove and replace. One of those ounce of prevention matters.
I hope to be as productive and capable as you when I grow up. Thanks for sharing!
The sound of a nail driven home in solid wood is such a pleasing sound.
Man what a genius, a mad scientist framer 4 sure
I'm in awe of your accuracy for a one-man show.
It's worth mentioning again; what a great channel!
Loving this series, filling the void that the spec house used to fill. Keep up the good work!
Top effort Scott. Walking around on those boards while moving trusses. You are a better man than me Gungadin.
I've been around for 82 years, a major chunk of that in construction. In other words, I know what I'm seeing when I see it. YOU SIR, are a piece if work! All respect.
Crazy to imagine there’s some 82yo out there somewhere, sitting on his computer and watching RUclips vids lol. Most people of that age struggle to operate any technology newer than the burning stick. 😂
Good innings, old boy. 💪🏻🏴
Thank you for your videos! I greatly appreciate seeing an over 50 yo guy doing what I do solo. You're a poet of a carpenter :) Keep it up!
same here - it gives us oldies a little hope to keep going 😃
Over 60 year old guy
You’re a savage. And I mean this in the best possible context. - We emailed some time ago when I was editing TOOLS of the Trade and reposting your videos for them. - A solo carpenter myself for 90% of my career, and lover of an OD button down, how you’ve set yourself up to solve the Rubik’s Cube of building efficiently alone is remarkable. - Your ability to communicate what you’re doing is par excellence. - Keep hammerin’
This man sets trusses alone. He may be crazy! Crazy as me! I been there too , lol
God bless this good man ! We need more old school decent strong role models in 🇺🇸
You are filling a Larry haun shaped whole in our lives I’ve had my apprentice watching you and Larry to show how to be more efficient
Overkill by Motörhead plays loudly in the background.
Also “wild ass” jeans makes super affordable loggers comparable to b07’s popular amongst ironworkers on site! I’m an apprentice carpenter of of Cleveland, old timers love when I show the tricks or mention the videos at all you’ve helped me along my short career. Keep up the good work sir! We need this knowledge
I'm always impressed with what you do, but this is something else.
Keep up the good work!
Make sure you follow the rules on the tiger paw. CAP nails or CAP staples because it will leak if not. See it all the time.
Love this series! I puckered watching you go thru the trusses on the catwalk. Thanks for the awesome tips!🌈❤️🌎✌️
"...man's got to pay attention"👍👍👍
8:29 "So we're now ready to get some work done..." ROFL...So many times said that to the crew...Really enjoy your humor and attitude about the whole thing. Be careful up there. Age, in all its many aspects, sneaks up on you one day at a time and before you know it, there's Your Future up there, waiting around the corner with a creme pie, and everything changes. Thanks for all you are doing and showing new generations how to work thoughtfully and efficiently. I think Larry would be proud of ya...
So impressive to see how you work solo handling roof trusses.
These videos are therapeutic.
This series has been excellent. Not much more to say but I love seeing how the plans turned into a foundation, then walls, then interiors, and now it's close to being a finished (mostly) exterior!
I’ve always liked framing. Recently I switch over to using Simpson 3” structural screws for fascia and barge rafter instead of galvy 16s- no worries about waffle marks and they hold so well. And you can back them out of the board shifts or you need to adjust it. I also back mail all my blocks through the truss onto the block instead of toe nail the block to the truss.
You're a rock star Scott!
Finally the sport of framing has been officially recognized. An now for the rafter climb
Thanks for the framing videos, greatly appreciated.
Keep the "run-out" to a 1/16 and the world is Glorious!! Synthetic roofing felts are your SAVIORS!! Awesome video for the "lone" Framer, such as myself.. I've been using these techniques for over a dozen years. It's great to see someone put it to video. The job CAN be done by one man, and it certainly IS gratifying, but so much more fun to do it with a trusted friend or even a Grandson!! The memories are truly priceless. Keep up the Good Work, Wadsworth!
Your skill and physical ability are so impressive. You're an inspiration. Thank you!
Given how Scott's demeanor is always so kind, gentle and caring, it always cracks me up when Nate edits in "FTW" in situations. Lol It's happened a few times, that I remember and it always makes me chuckle. Bravo Nate, bravo!
The framing you did on the trusses was brilliant!!!
I am your age and still do finish carpentry/ contracting and though 64 I hv only done it for a living since 52. It’s keeps me sharp & in shape ! I am a hi energy guy and sitting around making cutting boards is not a challenge to me! Nothing against it ! But I am like you! Now framing ? I watch you & Tim “Awsome Framers”. And I pick my dads mind who was a custom and spec home builder over 50 yrs!
Dad was an old time carpenter he did it all (carpentry).
I was told if a man shows up and states ; I tile, hang Sheetrock, masonry, ect.,. He is a handy man not a carpenter! I notice w/o saying a word you model that!
Thk u 4 all your time I learn so much I hv to watch 3/4 times so much here!
I started watching your videos several years ago when I was a Construction Crew Leader for Habitat for Humanity. I have learned so much and loved implementing your shortcuts. I would love to be your apprentice. My husband and I have recently decided to start a handyman business too.
Thanks! It's astounding to me that you did almost all of it by yourself. But then again, you have a PhD in the School of Hard Knocks. Nothing like experience and skill working hand in hand. Very very impressive!
Murphy’s law is real, I will continue to watch over you! Well done.
Scott, your amazing. That says it all.
This is just beyond impressive. 🏴🇺🇸.
Hello esensential craftsman
I'm a framer by trade ,I'm 67 and have framed for 45 years,I live in Southern California, would be cool to come and work with for a week or so,I've stacked tons of roofs solo,I grew up on the tracks ,piecing,I love framing from the ground up,
Have a great day,love your videos
Mark
What a BAMF
I never thought of myself as extreme athlete. but I have sure framed my fair share of houses, both spec homes with trusses and custom homes with a stick roofs. a lot of the things I did when I was young would have been an OHSA violation, but then I found a lot what they insisted on were counter productive and no safer than what I was doing. Though standing on a 2x6 wall 20 feet in the air setting glue-Lam's is not very safe, but what do you hang your safety line to, nothing is above you but the sky, maybe I needed a sky hook? having a praying wife is a good thing.
LONG ago, I worked at a truss company for a summer job. We were basically told to center those plates on the joints and that was about it. Interesting to see and hear your comments on their placement.
I’m almost 40, been in the game since 18. I’ve never seen a roofus and now I’ve got to get one!
Scott - With each year that Old Man Time runs by me, I thank the Man Upstairs for my abilities and faculties I have acquired, and maintained, to date. I am telling you this because I appreciate greatly your thoughtfulness (and honesty) on safety and safe practices (or lack thereof) - this helps me preserve those faculties and abilities. This also matters to me because I value and utilize safety more everyday, and you inspire me to THINK. Lastly, I admire your abilities, especially your balance. I watch your footwork and the deliberateness in how you move - nice work! Thanks, always, for the great content and lessons each day.
Hey to Kenny!!
Another fine video. Thanks Scott.
I seriously want to show up with a few of my pipes and some tobacco and just chat with Kenny.
Me too!
No chatting allowed, quiet observation only
@@Treehandler Dang, I hadn’t even realized. Maybe smoke signals with the pipe smoke be okay ??
Hold on- you cut that fascia miter freehand with a skillsaw? We all knew you were good but ya dont have to show off!
Scott, by far the most professional carpenter I've seen on RUclips. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Unfortunately I suffered the same fate as Kenny. Massive stroke at 52. It took my right side and my speech. I've been a carpenter since age 17. I did a small addition for my uncle. I did everything with my left hand. Was not an easy task to say the least.
As a septuagenarian I had to laugh when you said you're not moving as fast as you did in 1986. And I'll bet you've had no problems falling to sleep after your productive days. All the best!
At 76 I still find myself inspired by the amazing work, not to mention the many tips and tricks of the trades and other words of wisdom presented on your videos. (Enough to begin moving from the planning stage to actually building a tiny house ,simply to prove I can.) BTW, I had never heard of a RUFUS tool until you showed the benefits of using one. I think it would be of great benefit if you could produce a video dedicated to that tool, and how to use it. Thank you for inspiring and keeping me motivated. Best regards to yourself, Kelly and all your family. Shin.
So many great tips! Thanks for sharing them!
Kenny I have spent many hours admiring your work, experience and skills. Thanks. (70 in UK)
I just started this video literally 4 seconds ago and the opening music made me want to speed up the video by x2 and put a benny hill theme to it. Much respect though, what you're doing blows my mind....(OMG I tried exactly that and its epic!)
I really appreciate all the information you provide when you are doing a build like this. Very useful. Thanks and stay safe.
I applaud your ability to climb up, on, and around as you do in order to install those rafters. BUT, watching you do so terrifies me. I will be so glad when you are able to get back on the ground. I really enjoy your content! As you say... Keep Up The Good Work!
I really enjoy your comments about safety and working alone. Sometimes experience and learning the trade is the best safety you can ever put in place. Just building our garage shop now but in a slightly different way but taking in all your advice (specially for the upcoming slab pour) 👍🏻
Amazing skills!!! Keep motivating and inspiring with your hard work and dedication...
For one person to achieve that amount of work is very impressive. Ask any of the new generation if they can do that and I will tell you that 99% will not even try it. Honestly, you are an inspiration to others. It is amazing what you know and what you can do. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Way to go. Flying rafters solo is tough work. Good to see you got it dried in.
Maybe you can explain their reasoning but i have noticed that, now that I am in my late 70s, building material manufacturers have started making products like sheet rock and plywood much heavier than they did, even 25 years ago. Sometimes when you go to pick it up, it feels like it is nailed down.
You sure that's not just you being nearly 80?
I'm in my early 70's, but I have noticed that gravity is getting stronger. And the floor is further away. Not sure how to reconcile that with the physics classes I took in college, but I am quite sure it is factual.
Also pants and belts are tighter.
@@orijimi I think you may have missed the subtlety of the OP’s comment.
I had to don my goggles to be able to read this. I find that the size of font and the volume of conversation reduces in direct correlation with the increase in gravity relating to the perceived weight of building products. A wise man once told me that there ain't no such thing as gravity. The earth sucks!
I enjoy all your videos.Good teaching and learning.Thankyou
Impressive skills.
Appreciate your sharing. 💚👽
I love watching you frame this roof yourself, I currently am a one-man framing crew and I really appreciate the ingenuity it takes to get some of this stuff done efficiently without a helper.
Raising the trusses was some seriously impressive work, and to do that alone as well. I fell off 3 times just watching this!
I love that I continue to learn on this channel. Some of where you put yourself, I admit, scares me a little, but you are still catlike in your movements, and crazy-efficient in your processes.I wish I’d seen this video before I rolled all the trusses on my own shop a few years back. Would have saved me some time and effort.
Hey Scott, YOU keep up the good work!
A little disappointed to see that the riggers axe hasn’t made an outing Scott! Real impressive job. Nice work!
Glad to see you still getting after it. We're both in our 60's now.
When I was buying boots for hiking the other day, I decided to look at construction boots. They remind me more of boat shoes to prevent hydroplaning than hiking. The combat boots were looking like halfway between the two. My point is that if I actually did this work I can see how you would need a grippy sole just for this.
Over 30 years in the residential framing business but I've never seen trusses stood-up that way, nor outriggers cut into the top chord either. *But I like it.* Must be Northeast vs. Northwest framing traditions.
Incredible. Loved it.
WOW!!!!!!!!
Well done, thanks for sharing.
Amazin to watch knowledge and experience come together for this "one man show".