Real Winter Is About To Hit - Can We Finish Siding This Wall In Time? DIY Off Grid Cabin Build
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- Опубликовано: 9 янв 2024
- DIY Off Grid Cabin Build - trying to finish siding on the big wall before real winter hits
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Greg and Katie, Mother Nature wins every time. Nice to see you both accept that fact and move smoothly on to something else productive!
My wife and I absolutely love your channel. Which is why we really appreciated Greg tying off and disposing of that sketchy-assed plank he was using in the last ep! Loved this episode and the new pup is hilarious
The dogs sleeping on the workshop couch with coats on them looks so cute
Great work! Team work makes the dream work. Have to say the background music was also a nice touch. Sounds strange to comment on but lyrically seem fitting from what I've seen over the years.
Keep smiling and hope you continue to enjoy theses memorable moments.
The thing I'm most impressed with is how neatly you folded that bottom sheet lol😂 and glad you're both safe while doing that dicey siding job.❤😊
Katie is also a professional fitted sheet folder too. Nice job girl.
next time you all take a break and go to pub/bar for dinner video us a glimpse of how Canucks do it and plug the local eatery/pub/bar/restaurant and the local favorites and cuisine
Any progress on the house is good progress, especially when no one gets hurt..lol 😂 The ladder setup is more time consuming, but better than none. Love the fact that your old employer still let's you do the metal work there, I must've missed why you weren't there anymore. Love ya'll ❤️
Hi Katie and Greg, good to see you today. Katie, let me say that you impress me more each time I see you two working on the house. You have come so far, developing your skill set, gaining more confidence in yourself and your abilities and becoming more certain. You now work on your own with full confidence and it's impressive and a joy to see. You should be very proud of your growth and progress. Kudos for the editing on this vid, I'm guessing this was also you, Katie. Piecing together all the random clips took time and effort and I really appreciate it; it was very enjoyable to watch. I found Aspen and Junipers antics enjoyable. Aspen seems to still be trying to figure out some of Junipers activity, chasing the ball, but overall is comfortable and fitting right in. That goat sticking out it's top lip was quite humorous. The house is looking great and you two are making real progress despite the weather challenges. Have a safe and producting week ahead. Larry, Central Valley, Ca.
I love how you both listen to each other and acknowledge when the other person is correct. This time I'm specifically talking about the metal shop work, but I've noticed it on other occasions as well.
Also, your two younger dogs are so cute 😁
You guys the house is looking amazing! Juniper loves her new playmate. Looking forward to seeing your indoor projects. You two work so well together, it’s inspiring.
Don’t know how I missed this one! Glad you are finishing the tall wall.
Hi guys, you both have done a great job. Juniper loves the new pup❤️ Also did I miss something but I noticed that Greg is wearing a wedding ring! Did u guys get married? If you did congratulations. I love watching you guys. Much love from Newfoundland 🇨🇦❤️
Greg, three words "Marry That Girl"
don't stress if you don't get all done. it's a DIY build from the foundation to the chimney top, great job!! Love the new pup, great addition.
You are fortunate to have access to the sheet metal workshop and tools.
In the rain, in the cold you guys just keep on keeping on. The job needs to get done and you do all you can in the time you have...short days. BRRRRRrrrrrrr!! working out in the cold like that.
You work on that one tall side was pretty amazing mad skills with no fear . I couldn't have done that . Much respect
Greg you’re the man, I like how you just get it done.
Loved the early morning footage and the complicated math overlay. Great videography and editing.
You know bending metal is not rocket science, but geometry.....right? LOL
Looks great you guy's.
Katie is becoming the GC on this job site. Be safe up there..
Your home is really starting to look amazing as the sidings are being added big hugs and looking forward to seeing you both soon ❤️
I’d love to see a video that details and explains your installation of flashing around windows/doors/vents. I have a cottage that I need to protect better from the elements and I’d love to learn more from you guys. It’s great seeing you doing work, but learning more about how you’re doing things would be great. Just my thoughts.
Greg, you are a true craftsman/artisan, and a bad ass man. Katie I never cease to be amazed by your willingness to work hard, lean new skills, and leverage those skills you already have. You may be the hardest working woman in all your province. So proud of both of you. May good fortune and blessings be the earmark of 2024 for you!
Katy you said that the trim on the high window was wider. No one will notice that small increase in the width from the ground.
You both work well together.
I like when we get some Katie-Splaining. LOL Greg don't fall dude, you are a brave man! Oh Yeah, Katie - can we get another folding a fitted sheet video - I've never been able to do it!! 🤣
The chicken egg is so tiny, Aspen is going to get HUGE, and Onyx’s lip action was hilarious, lmao!! 😂😂😂 Your house is coming along nicely and it’s so awesome that you guys still have use of the metal shop tools! I’m also excited to see you guys do the finish carpentry on the inside of the house. Stay warm and love you guys! 😊❤
The house keeps looking better and better! Please be careful up that high.
Good job on the siding, it looks really good! Until next time.....Stay warm and cozy!
This is totally just a personal opinion, but I just wanted to tell you that I really enjoy the new music you use in the background. I wanted to let you know that someone noticed you have changed it and really likes the change.
Im glad you stopped for safety and rest. Each time you go up n down the ladder in cold climate your leg muscles take a beating. Rest and recover. Maybe even wait until weather is better. Hugs 😘🍷🙏👏
That goat was crazy it made me laugh till I thought I was going to pee on myself. I just love y'all. Im so proud of y'all im so so glad i found yall. As always be safe and God bless you 💕
Winter will get in the way of outside work. The siding will go quickly, weather permitting. Be safe. Thanks for the episode.
I admire your courage up those ladders, making do. I’ve stopped watching similar couples who would have had tele-handlers or scissor lifts in to do what you guys did today.
You two are cool. Thanks for sharing this video. Best wishes.
Well Katie is now what we in the construction trades call affectionately a Tin Knocker. Way to go you two. Agin a great looking home.
Hey Katie and Greg, happy New Year. Love all the videos especially all the landscapes and zoo-ific moments with your animals. I see you're keeping the chicken coop lit at night. That will help keep the egg production up. As for 'Bulldozer Joe'...you're missing a few things about operating an old 'Cat D3 or 4 with a pony motor'. Some of those units were produced with a battery and key switch to energize the fuel solenoid. Check. The battery must have juice and you need to turn on the key switch. The manual throttle lever in the operator's control area must be halfway open. The fuel shut-off cable to the injector pump must be fully pushed in to open the fuel flow to start. Check to see if the wire cable is actually connected to the injector pump and operating properly. It usually is located on the dash area...big green or red knob. To shut off the engine, it must be pulled all the way out to shut off the motor, all the way in to start it. When cranking over the motor, there must be foggy smoke coming out of the exhaust stack. That is the only way to determine if fuel is getting pumped through the injectors. If there is no smoke during cranking, you can use a little go-go juice, but not too much or the engine will lock up until it dissipates. The pony motor seems to be missing parts. I need to see better video of the operator's cabin. The belt seems too long and not wide enough. The operator pulls back on a lever, and the pony motor lifts about an inch to engage the belt to crank the diesel motor. There should be just enough slack for the belt to ride over the engine pulley after starting. If there is no chugging of smoke from the exhaust stack during starting, then the fuel injectors may have air in the lines from being run dry. Open the top nut on each injector until diesel fuel starts bubbling out at the connection point. Open and close each injector nut one at a time during cranking the engine after it bleeds all the air out with a show of solid fuel flow. Make sure you have sufficient fuel and oil in both motors....Duh! During storage, that unit should be tarped, and the exhaust stack needs to have an empty coffee can over to prevent water from going into the engine exhaust valves and freezing them open. Dumping a bottle of 'Marvels Mystery Oil' (red anti-seize oil') down the exhaust stack and letting it sit for a few weeks often unsticks the valves and lubricates the cylinder walls after a few cranks of the engine. Then stop and let it soak. Any residuals will find their way to the crankcase. Add a container of Mystery to the valve cover area quickly pouring it into the breather cap to flood the valve spring and lifter valley. I was successful to revitalize one sitting for 20 years. I still have it sitting behind the barn. Do more videos of the pony motor components and operator controls. I watch all your videos. Warn Katy that I may kidnap you to do all the carpentry and siding work on my home. Fabulous talents my friend. Thank you both for working more safely. I loved the deck work and finished siding. The animal barn turned out nicely. Katie....you're doing a nice job also. You guys get 5 stars for your videos. I am so envious of not being there off the grid.
Hollar back if you need more help on the bulldozer.
Regards, Gwedo
We're expecting 7" of snow on the Oregon Coast Friday and Saturday and feet in the Mountains like You.
Katie is always right. she knows what she is doing
Your new puppy is right at home, especially with Juniper; already a family member.
Love the way you guys care for your older dog, speaks volumes about your character, the house is coming along nicely, don't stress you'll get it.
When I was a kid in Miami Florida my buddies aunt was our egg lady, she took care of all the neighbors in the neighborhood. When it was Easter time she would bring us eggs we called peewee’s and that was about the same size. The wall around the flat deck is called a parapet wall but your hubby already knows that, just for those that don’t know.
Your videos are never long enough. ✌🏼
The siding looks so great. Maybe you could film a tour of the inside of your home. I don't think I have seen one in a while and you have finished some areas. Peace Love Happiness 💖💖💖
Great work! when putting narrow bits of wood through the planer its a good idea to NOT put them through the centre, use the sides as by this means you will blunt the cutter blades evenly.
The steps Katie came out of at the first of the video, please temporary nail up 3- 2 x 4 for a hand rail for the ice and snow.
Thanks you 2 ! Still seeing great work.
Your place is looking great as you finish the walls. Your new puppy is so cute. I see there are a few more trees that need to be removed. More lumber and firewood. Keep up the great work 😊
It's all the little steps you take that still gets you to the finish line. Looking amazing guys!
I've heard that when they curl their lip like that it's how and what allows them to smell better. I've see horses do the same thing. When they
pass air in through their noses they pass it through their mouths also because they have additional "ofactory" (?) nerves to help them pick
up odors better in the upper lining of their mouths. ( Come to think about it I have also seen cats do the same thing.) I've seen male horses .;....
do it to pick up the scent of the fillies (female) to detect when they are ready to mate as an example.
Not a sponsor of the ""Know It All"" club, Me southern AZ (USA)
I absolutely love both of you and all of your furry friends. 💗
Hi you two good luck with the weather your doing well with your sketchy rigging doing your siding.
Great video Greg and Katie
You should set up a work shop in the basement. Oh yeah, you don't have a basement. Dagnabit!
One added note to 'Bulldozer Joe'. On that diesel engine is a fuel filter and water separator. Empty the bowl and change the filter. You will need model and serial number for a new one, or just flush it with fresh clean diesel fuel....the rubber sealing gaskets must be pliable and full circle to seal the fuel system. There is a big red knob on most fuel filters. Turn counterclockwise and begin pumping slowly to fill the filter. Then bleed the injectors one at a time while cranking the motor. It takes 2 people to do it. When finished filling the fuel filter, turn clockwise with the pumper all the way in to seal the system.
gwedo
Good luck with this storm. We got hit pretty hard here in Oregon. And still going strong. 1-10-2024
Katie, you are an impressive and invaluable help to Greg and I’m sure he knows how lucky he is to have you as a loving partner. Now I can hardly wait to see him fold clothes. Lol 😅❤🇨🇦
That new puppy is sooooo beautiful, lovely nature. Well done on siding it's starting to look great.
more great teamwork! never lose your transparency and humility
I think congratulations are in order. Working in those conditions is not easy when you do it every day and with lots of help around. But here you two are making it look easy. I'm looking forward to the "inside work" as you progress in building your beautiful house. Your videos get better every time Katie.
Take care and remember to have a little fun every day,
jack
In The Valley of The Sun, Arizona, U.S. of A.
You guys are such hard workers. I don't know how you can work in that cold, but you do. Great job! It is looking so good. Hugs and blessings always
hello Katie & Greg & it's is Randy & i like yours video is cool Thanks Katie & Greg Friends Randy
It doesn't matter what your doing, we love watching you and your channel❤ how nice your previous employer let's you use equipment ❤ very sketchy platform your on Greg, be careful 😮 siding looks great🎉 another task well done🎉 what great playmates the pups are... Katy your hair looks great... ❤ as soon as you get sweatshirts I'm getting ❤❤❤
Progress is progress…😎👍
Wow your going to have to Harvest a moose to feed that pup lol!!! House is looking real good that's the color my wife wants to paint your house in The spring. Stay safe and warm.
It is good to see your work ethics and your progress. Blessings!
Katie and Greg you two inspire me to work towards my dream of living off grid keep up the good work from
Brian Payne in CNY Cortland NY
Good morning hope you guys are having a great day looks like it's kind of snowing out there hope you guys have a wonderful evening and be careful out there I'll be able to get everything straightened out and I call the water and whatever all right guys have a great day and a great day
You're a brave man, Greg. I have occasionally stood on shaky footing like that which you are standing on and it's a huge challenge (not to say, very scary)!
Love the work y'all are doing and the enthusiasm you put in it
your teamwork is outstanding, and you have achieved so much. it will be good to see this wall finished with the siding and trim
I'm praying for you guys. I so much enjoy watching your story unfold!
Good morning to you all
Epic work folks, well done sure looked cold and blustery You've come a long way Katie with your ongoing skill set , Greg your one daring sole to work from the ladder scaffolding a lot of work your getting it done though looking great. Lol Onyx sticking his lip up was so cute must have smelt something good , your new pupper is getting big and fitting right in I see, love your videos peeps.
In North Carolina so we enjoy seeing the snow. Hope you get that siding done! I love the puppies! I'd love to send treats
That was fun watching you work out the angles. I do the same thing with origami, but I am usually talking to myself 😉.
YOU GUYS REALLY WORK HARD I'M IMPRESSED. THE FLASHING FOR THE ROOF IS CALLED A PARAPET CAP.
Hi, kids. love all your videos don't give up on siding. Your house is first on list. But be safe. Have fun at dat
Hi Katie and Greg
In regards to the first time spring freezing up. The solution may be to throughly excavate a hole around the spring and then build a small enclosure big enough to have a door that will allow winter access without having to dig under a snowbank to find it. Also part of the plan for a successful build is to insulate with at least 2 or 3 inches of blue foam . There is always heat coming out of the ground even in winter. All you have to do is block it from escaping with the insulation. Not rocket science, well within your building capabilities. Try to keep warm. Have a nice day. Tom in the Maritimes at the NB-NS border
you should ad railings on the stairs for security purposes
Just like all the other subscribers, I too love your videos. You both have great work ethics and testament is your past employer allowing you to use his facilities.
Also on another note, have I missed something. You both are now sporting what could be wedding bands on your left fingers. Was the trip to Mexico a honeymoon? ❤❤
Perhaps its supposed to be a secret.....
@@marnawessels4174 - maybe you’re right. But we all have eyes and if it was meant to be kept secret they would have been more vigilant in not exposing their hands.
Yikes! That looked sketchy for sure. I think you are making a great decision to move inside. Can’t wait to see the fun projects you will be showing us. 🥰👍
Cute puppy! In the midwest we got more than 12 inches of wet heavy snow. Spent hours shoveling and hardly made a dent...had to stop, almost 61 yrs old 5 ft tall and probably push my limits to often.
Ya, work takes a lot longer come winter, and not just because of shorter days. You will eventually get it all finished.
Outstanding Craftsman ship 👍 Great Job guys!!😇!😇
Stay safe and healthy!
Love the siding ! Those tall walls take some ingenuity . Looking forward to your inside projects.
I like the new pup. She’s gonna be huge! 😮
This old WVA fella loves your channel. I'll watch every episode you make. You two work great together and that's very important. Katie I love your beautiful hair and gorgeous smile. And your wonderful personality. Can't wait for the next episode. Keep them coming ❤
Great job, how beautiful are the mountains with the snow peak,you work is per........fect 😅😊💜
Looking good guys! Keep at it, the end is near!
Looking great. A long way from the concrete piers you poured a few years ago. Ron PTL USA
Back in the old days when my dad was a boy 1920's they use to have post in the ground to run from the barn to the house and during the winter put ropes from the barn to the house going through eyelits so they could make it out to the barn in the dark and snow i noticed how dark it was no outside lights and couldn't see the lights on in the barn!!!
Katie should be supervisor of your old company she seems to know what she's doing?😮
lucky animals.. so great to see that part of the vid's!!!
You guys work well together
Job well done Greg,& Katie! Y’all never cease to amaze me, with all the skills you possess. I’m praying you’ll get it done before the storm. Stay safe, healthy, warm,& blessed.💯😀🫶🏾💜✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸
It’s nice that you still have access to the shop for all your tin work needs. 😊
Did I note wedding bands? Thanks for sharing your life.
Please Note: Your exact setup today is prone to potential failing if one ladder shoots out. Mine did at 14ft high but i had a soft pile of dirt to fall in.
Great to see you, so close to finishing that tall side 🎉🎉
You said hello I'm here leave.dat doze alone for now. Wait till spring . It will be safe in spring. ENNNNN LOL
Greg you need sea legs on that scaffolding. Katie thanks for the reply email. You two are doing a fantastic job on the house.