More usual type of content is on the way, next up will be a Project Awesome update. Thank you to anyone who even bothered to watch this one, I know it wasn't very interesting!
The negative comments are also a function of your audience size. I would just ignore them as a rule, most of your audience just like seeing you doing the things you do in any format.
Any Channel of a decent size attracts arseholes, rather than it being a negative it's a sign of your success in some ways. I'd love to support you on Patreon however we have just had our first child and money is tight at the moment, as soon as we can we will contribute as your content is great.
Max. Stop talking yourself down. We love your videos and I could listen to you all day lol. I personally love the homesteading videos and gardening are really fun and interesting for me.
@@ollieb9875 did you not understand him? This isn't school, Have you ever considered why do you feel the need to go off topic to teach grammar? It's to stroke your own ego and it makes everyone cringe.
Hi, I have the exact same experience mate your not alone at all. I think we also share quite a few of our subscribers. I try and remember that if you were to take 100k random people you would have quite a few people that just enjoy causing pain to others. its just the big numbers concentrate them and it can be hard on your mental health. You know everyone is watching and quite a few people watching will be wanting you to fail and waiting so they can say something negative. Fortunately most of my comments and from what i see yours that is only like 1% or less but it still gets to you. Its easier said than done to ignore them without just not reading any comments. I read comments and try and still interact so just ignoring the bad ones isnt as easy as people think.
Yes, I agree it's not easy to ignore the bad ones, I'll never be able to head my head around the idea of someone watching a video waiting and wanting for that person to fail, but yep they are out there. I also agree we both have overwhelmingly positive feedback in the comments section - especially compared to some of the other channels I watch!
I work in a museum and the vitriol and negativity of a very small number of people on our Facebook and Twitter feeds is quite something and it does feel personal. But then I look at the overwhelming positive comments and you realise what a sad, inadequate little bunch the naysayers are. And signed up to Patreon, good luck!
Don't listen to them, Max. I've been watching for years, all your project videos - tractor to cabin - have been great. If it makes you feel any better, I imagine there are thousands of people who can't wait for your next vid. You do a great job.
Max , please do not get disheartened by the few knobheads who seem to enjoy knocking people whatever they do. I have only recently discovered your channel and I am hooked. I suffer with PTSD ,Depression and anxiety and unable to work anymore. I get by on a small army pension with no help from the government. I juggle my finances every month and seem to get through by the skin of my teeth. However I will still be happy to send a pound a month to keep watching your antics. From a recent fan who appreciates your hard work.
Whatever it is you get into next, I have no doubt i'll try to watch. Love your content have done for years , especially the whole renewable s segment you got stuck into. So whatever you read down here, just do you. Its really all most of us come to see -stay well 2 thumbs fresh.
Good for you Max. I love your videos and your humble, witty, down to earth personality. I've just signed up for a quid a month. Absolute bargain for the feel good factor alone 👍👍👍
Mate, it's a shame that there are people like that around and it makes sense that if you enjoyed the vibe from a smaller community that you should do it. I find your videos really inspiring.
Max, I really enjoy your videos. The best thing about them is your warm and sincere personality which shines thru. The world is a better place with you in it.
Just signed up. It's the least I could do. You literally provided the spark that made me want to change my life and buy some land. I just got back from looking at a place I hope to buy, I wouldn't be where I am now without the RUclips algorithm recommending your channel last year. So thanks and keep up the good work.
"Just Burn it Down" Boil's my pish! Those people dont live in the real world, They will have perfect home's not payed for as yet, Nice new if not newish car/ car's in the drive, clothes that are replaced regularly for the sake of Looking Good!! if it doesn't shine like new ! take it to the dump and buy new on the way home, Don't listen or take note, they can't handle the way you live and are really envious of you. Keep up the good work mate.
What absolute bullshit you're talking. Its this guy that doesnt live in the real world. Hes in the minority. Id cut my bollocks off for me and the gf to live that life.
@@KneeoGeeo If you were to cut your bollocks off in order to live like Maximus, will you post your first video of the event? I presume your girlfriend will also leave you for someone with bollocks, even if he lives in a cardboard box!
Back around 1980 I went to “ the difficult to find Vines Cross festival”. Lovely vibe, local music , time bandits projected on to a sheet tied to the trees, some mushroom tea and a bit of blow and my girl friend at the time,, The Enid playing. Quite a spectacle, got a Robert Calvert album( lucky Lief and The longships). An amazing little gathering. The next year was good but a bit bigger but the third year a load of patch wearing bikers turned up ( I was on a 650 triumph but was a greasy hippy)it was all too big the vibe had utterly gone and the the few spoiled it. Sounds like your channel, you’re making stuff for the nice people who are interested, don’t know and want to learn or have sort of been there done something similar and enjoy a brew and watching Max tear a landrover apart, as a break from tearing my own landrover apart!but while you’re doing for the likes of me, you’re conscious of the sneering negative arsholes who inhabit the bottom half of the internet ( to steal Dave gormans line) sharpening their knives ready to post unpleasant uncalled for comments. Must be hard but there are a lot of people who really genuinely enjoy your output so try and remain focussed on them and don’t let the others dictate to you. Good wishes mate. 👍
"sharpening their knives ready to post unpleasant uncalled for comments", funny you should mention that - I sharpened my large kitchen knife this very morning.
"Hide user from channel" is a great button in RUclips's Comments section. It hides the comments from that user _but_ the user doesn't know he's been blocked.
When I saw that cabin coming apart I did wonder if there was going to be enough left to save, but you did an outstanding refurb. You're one of the very few content makers that hasn't made it all about the money. Most channels reach a trigger point where the stats and targeting numbers become more important than the feel of the channel. Your content still feels genuine and interesting. It still feels like you're inviting us to join you on the journey rather than just consume content.
Finally a Patreon Max! Thanks! I'll sign up tonight. I would love more videos and there will always be trolls and naysayers, I know it is hard to ignore them but 99.9% of your viewers love the content.
I support several artists via Patreon - I have almost been hoping you would become directly supportable! I enjoy the variety of projects you tackle - and yes, you do inspire me to try new things. Plus it's nice to see the occasional chicken, dog, cat and listen to birdsong. I always enjoy your videos, no matter the content.
I know a lot of people have given you hate about your cabin, but man you ever need a neighbour mate I'm always here! You really are a insperation and I would love too have your way of living! Keep hammering man and hopefully ill be in your possession one day 👍🏼
If you want to earn a living from RUclips Ad revenue, use your analytics to find your most popular video type, make more of those and drop the odd alternative one here and there, which might hopefully take off. You're a very likable chap, so I'm sure Patreon can work for you too. Ignore the negative comments; all comments influence the algorithm in a positive way anyway as it's seen as interaction/ interest. Love your channel and lifestyle. Keep it up!
Hi Max, I started joining along with your projects three years ago when I first start my university degree. I no doubt stumbled across the channel whilst looking for good land rover videos! Your attitude towards projects and the problems that come along with them resonated with me enormously and helped me a lot with my mental health. Leaving behind my home... and more importantly my shed... To attend university was an unwelcome change in surroundings and your videos have acted as somewhat of an escape for me when the times were tough and I missed my countryside life. To speak honestly, the inspiration you have exuded regarding off grid living has played a role in my career choices and aspirations (confirming my belief that i must somehow end up adjacent to a field). I am now embarking on a 4 year PhD in Biophysics and I'm sure I will need the guided meditation that is your videos now more than ever. So I will be very happy to give something back! Thanks for everything, Patrick.
I must admit that when I saw the condition of the cottage I thought that you were up against it. The fact that you made something great out of so little is a credit to you. That you took me along on the journey was inspiring. Such a big imposing job broken down into bits that we could possibly do. You showed us that a common sense approach, persistence and an eye for detail can overcome huge obstacles. Best wishes mate and stay safe from an Aussie fan
So I think your viewers enjoy your energy and approach to all of your construction projects. I personally don’t think a decrease in your editing time would matter. We are not looking for an Academy award film. We just enjoy following you around and listening to you explain what you are doing.
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Have people been whinging in the comments section? Wow. It's not as if they're paying for the content. You do what you need to do.
It is the nature of the beast. If you put yourself into the public domain, then you invite criticism. There will always be those who find a channel by accident, who are not really interested in this type of content, or there those who like to criticize. To me the whole debate over funding content on RUclips is a massive debate. I have subscribed to a lt of channels. I could not afford to even pay one pound a month to everyone, even if I would like to. I do support several creators. The owner of RUclips makes a lot of money off of it. The debate ought to be between creators and them, in getting a bigger slice of the pie. After al I already pay for internet access. The idea of RUclips used to be, like other social media, to connect with other like-minded people. I don't think that the creators envisioned that it would be , or could be , a way for hundreds of thousands to make a living.
Watched your videos for years without commenting. Absolutely love them. I'm sure there are plenty of us who appreciate the time you put into these, but don't necessarily comment. I'd be happy to support on patreon. Keep up the good work!
I’m not very good at expressing myself in words but here goes: I came across your channel, by accident, about six months ago and subscribed soon after. I now really look forward to your videos (whatever the subject), I guess it’s just the style of delivery and the occasional hitting stuff with a big hammer that I like. I don’t understand anything about revenue from RUclips advertising, patreon, or any others but I’m a great believer in ‘gut instinct’ so, if it seems like a good idea then it probably is! Do what’s right for you. Best regards. TJ.
I shall continue to support via paypal. Keep up the good work but you MUST ignore any non positive comments Max. You have more positive comments anyway so just take that as a lift & carry on as you are. Regards
Please ignore the idiots, you have a huge amount of viewers, me included, that absolutely love watching you work on your projects, I've particularly enjoyed the cabin restoration.
Just signed up to Patreon (#21!). Sorry, I'm not a rich benefactor and can only manage a quid a month at the moment. Great content Max, thankyou for taking the time to make and edit these vids :)
I'm new to this channel and just got involved in the Land Rover restoration project but judging from what i saw yet, you're quite a capable person, doing this mostly for your own pleasure. Besides , there'll be all types of people with different mindsets in your audience in RUclips, so, hearing people's brain farts shouldn't be repellent for you! Unfortunately, i can't become a Patreon at the moment but i'm sure there'll be lots of people who are willing to help this channel continue rolling. I for my part , thank you wholeheartedly for all you've done so far and wish you the best luck in whatever direction your path continues.
Signing up right now. I love your videos, they inspire me to try and do things myself, so thank you for that. Please just ignore the negativity some people show to things, that is a reflection of their own outlook on life and not your achievements. Hope the Patrion thing goes well and just my perspective but if it were 5 quid a month rather than 10 then i would probably go for that, not sure what other people think but i guess that is the balanced decision you have to take depending on numbers etc... Cheers
Max, I first came across the channel when you were starting the landrover series, since then Ive watched the whole series about 4 times now - even buying a clapped out series 3 on the back of it ! I can't explain enough how much of a buzz I get when a new video pops up on my list - you have a strong following, you always get knob heads in all walks of life. Keep up the fantastic content ATB Dave
Max, I was 10 seconds in before I loaded up Patreon and signed up. More than anyone else on RUclips, you've been almost a kindred spirit to my own life, and above all others I've always checked RUclips specifically for your videos. I am more than happy to pay a fiver a month just to have you sit in a chair and pontificate about the world, i'll consider the building and projects a bonus! Ignore the naysayers, and see you there. Thanks for all your content.
Safe to say the negative people are far outnumbered by those who enjoy your videos. Just signed up to your patreon. wish i could give more. You help us not just survive but thrive. You are appreciated bro.
Maximus old bean you don't know how many admirers you have out here - some of us you have inspired to follow certain paths - you've had more effect than you know - it is not unreasonable to ask for contribution support for the content given you guys put so much into things like the Zil project - don't worry about the detractors - you have one hundred eight thousand followers - there is bound to be a small number of cheap disgruntled pricks - you have a personality that is kind and connects at a very genuine level - I am very happy to subscribe.
You'll always got the clowns with the negative comments, they are the ones with the sad life!! Ignore them & keep up the content, nice to see a range of topics covered. All the best from an almost off grid shed in West Wales, much of what's happening here is inspired by some of you videos!!!
You know better than to listen into anyone who says what you do is wrong. This channel is by far my favorite because it’s real and it’s informative. Keep up doing you that’s what everyone wants is to watch the real you doing your thing!
Don't stop making the cabin style films, the're great!. Even as a Landrover owner who is desperately waiting for the next instalment of the rebuild I still thoroughly enjoy the cabin, gardening style films. IGNORE the naysayers for they have no soul :)
Hi Max, been subbed to your channel pretty much from the start and is the only channel where I've watched every video. You know what to do with negative comments, just ignore it, they are not your main bulk of viewers and you know it. Personally I would happily pay for patreon and will always be here to support you. Best of luck pal.
Max I've watched your channel for a few years now, whenever I mentioned you to my wife she'd say you're making it up there's no such person. Well mate she's now a viewer we both like your videos please keep them coming as they are. I'm looking forward to the Project Awsome return. Thanks for sharing and keep em coming
I live in a 1740 farm house in Connecticut on the East Coast of the US. Since I don't own it, but are allowed (or expected, given the little bit of rent that I'm paying) to maintain and improve it, I think I'm in a similar position as you are, namely having to make sure that I don't spend a fortune on that and still make it a comfortable homestead. I also try to preserve as much of the building's originality as I can. Being in that situation, you and your videos have been a true inspiration (not the least because I also happen to own an old Series Land Rover that I'm restoring, which is how I found your channel). So just ignore the naysayers and keep the videos coming! Looking forward to the Project Awesome update. "You're doing an epic job!"
I’d be more than happy to support your content for a couple of quid a month. If it allows you to rely less on commissioned work, it’s a win for the viewers.
Hi Max, I understand your reasoning for changing things. As a viewer of a lot of your RUclips videos of all kinds it’s great to see how you use this to enable us to see how you live and survive off grid, it’ll be a shame to loose that, but as you say it’ll hopefully free you up to do other projects. Unfortunately you’ll always get negative people and feedback on such an open platform, good luck!
Fantastic idea that will provide you income and hopefully filter out the trolls. My wife and I love watching your videos/projects. £1 per month minimum is a bargain for the content. My ONLY reservation is the £10 per month option seems high given people (I suspect others like ourselves) are patreon's to multiple channels and it adds up.
Yes I might put in another tier, although apparently it's possible to select a higher amount on the bottom tier, but really I'm very happy with people paying just a quid. Thank you!
Discovered this channel at the start of the Project Awesome series and it's provided every since. I enjoy the learning and watch the intelligence work, I'm young at 24 and don't have a clue about mechanics or craft work but I always feel like I learn something from your videos that may be handy in the future. When the world and myself are back on it's feet I'll be more than happy to contribute to your work by supporting via Patreon. Continue your fine work and we will watch peacefully, cheers mate.
I’ve never commented before but probably should have. Love your content, both one offs and multipart projects. Thanks for them and please keep them coming. Easier said than done, but try to ignore the jackass comments
Totally get your approach to this. I've lost count of how many channels I'm subscribed to that I've thought "I should support them on Patreon" but never bothered. Yet I found myself reaching for the patreon link in the description before this video had finished! As someone that's watched from the early days I look forward to some of those more "raw" videos again. Watching you crack on with a task with humility but often great skill has always been immensely satisfying regardless of the production quality. That was all just quite a long winded way of saying "I'm in" :)
You are one of 3 or 4 creators on RUclips that I really look forward to content from (strangely most of them are from the UK, must be something in the water). I think Patreon is a great idea.
Max , I have watched every single one of your videos and your series I have watched at least twice because they are so fascinating. Please keep up the good work and get the your Patreon account going, you are a great inspiration too all of us, I would be more than happy to become one of your Patreons. You are a RUclips Legend!! Thank you!! 🇿🇦
I am so sorry to hear that people have criticized or disparage your videos. Your gentle and kind explanation of things you are so obviously skilled at to people who want to learn or so simply want to see your achievements is a joy to watch. The world is now very mean and self centered on many levels, and I hope your amazing lifestyle compensates in some way for the foulness that is out there everyday. Kind regards Lizzie
Max; ignore the you tube trolls. Your slightly halting delivery is genuine and your aims and objectives appear really sound. You inspire a great many more people than you may imagine. I'm one. I'm currently helping a young fella and his Mum deal with planning issues that may prevent him setting up his hybrid smallholding venture. I frequently visit your channel to inspire me so that, I can bolster my enthusiasm to help him...….. you will have another patreon when my business has weathered the 'lock-down' storm...…. if it ever does!
Max, keep doing the videos you like and ignore/block anyone who pisses you off! I'd happily watch you digging a hole... wait a minute, I think I saw that video already! +1 on your Patreon (the only one on RUclips who has my support that way).
I wanted you to know that I highly appreciate your work and I do not blame you for setting patreon account. You are an inspiration to make things, not buy everything. Thank you 4your videos👍
Max, just do the stuff YOU like, not what others like. It's your Channel, your life. The reason we look at your video's is because we like the way you are / the way YOU make video's, so just stay on your own path. We love you, just the way you are. :)
Really enjoyed your shed restoration series, brightened lock-down. I was really excited when each stage was uploaded. Lovely to see the skills and care in restoring. Much more inspiring than getting a new one.
go for it . shy bairns get nothing. you are a genuine person and your audience will grow and help you continue . stay safe , good luck, njoy and Thank you.
I understand that it is very difficult to ignor the unnecessary negative comments (or is it humour?) these tend to stand out and stick in ones mind, the few spoiling it for the majority! Happy to be a patron and continue to enjoy your video's.
Hi Max. Just set up a patreon. We really enjoy your videos and hope to join you in this lifestyle. Take care and tell the trolls to Golf Foxtrot themselves.
Maximus I have been watching your videos for sometime now and have enjoyed ALL of them , I haven't commented on any of your videos until now , I understand your dilemma and I am going to go to patreon now and have a look. Ignore the idiots , we all like what you do , all the best to you.
Hi, I admire your frankness and find it shite that folk like yourself putting out great content should have small minded idiots making childish and knobbish comments whilst sitting on their backsides acting like keyboard warriors. Glad to hear you are carrying on with the channel and I hope to be able to support you going forward.
Your videos are excellent Mr, I’m going back through the old videos to keep up. Highly interesting and great content. You live a life that many people want but don’t have the gumption to go for. Keep it up buddy and be strong
Max finding your channel really gave me a reward. Just knowing there is someone like you out there doing what you do gives me faith in humanity. It also makes me feel less of an outsider. Your channel alone gives me more enjoyment than, say, my TV license. All my like minded friends also love what you do. Keep it up, I am sure there are enough of us to help to support you.
Good on you for avoiding the sponsorship route, Max - but please keep doing your videos, we love any of your content, your humour and enthusiasm put you a level above the norm. There are always trolls / thumbs-downers and the lockdown seems to have brought them out in force, but please ignore their negativity and don't let it get you down! You are loved by a lot of people as a model of alternative living and creative thinking. Carry on!
Mate. I really love the vids. It's just nice to watch someone actually improving things, teaching things and sharing their lives with us. Love it so much.
I find what you do inspiring, informative and entertaining and for that I thank you. I have signed up with Patreon to help out and keep the content flowing. Your doing a great job, carry on doing what your doing, all the best
Signed up. I've been watching Project Awesome and the Landrover rebuilds, and thoroughly enjoyed the cabin refurb. Ignore the trolls, they are just jealous of what you do and of what you are capable of. I am involved with a very different restoration, but the small percentage of negative comments are just the same.
Just signed up to the patreon! I would've happily paid 2 or 3 pounds a month, you should have some more options between 1 and 10 pounds as I'm sure some people will want to give more than 1 but might not be able stretch to 10. Just my 2p! Content is great, fair play dude.
I’ve been watching your videos for around 8 months I think and I really enjoy them, though I don’t think I’ve commented before. I like the videos you produce, and I’m more than happy to support you on Patreon if that means you can keep making videos!
Keep making the videos as they inspire and educate people like myself and many more, people like you are valuable and rare and you should not give in to the trolls who are just jealous of a skilled individual such as yourself who I and many more rely on. Many of us cannot afford the patreon videos and look forward to your videos which make us smile and click the thumbs up!
Please don't let the ............. get you down. Your lifestyle is the only possible future for all of us. Reuse, recycle, live sustainably and regeneratively. Make more films, make more stuff, keep going, have faith in yourself. I will look at your shop which I did not know about, I will watch all the ads, I will do Patreon as soon as I can. Gardening, off grid living, engineering projects, building, all good. Thanks for bringing like minded folks together in your comments sections. Turn the naysayers off. They have no future, sadly.
One of the downsides to patreon is those of us who are on low incomes, which leaves us shut out of a lot of things that patrons are opened to, personally I have no paid subscriptions for anything (RUclips, television, news outlets, etc.) as I can't justify them over bills, food and my own projects to keep me sane, which is a shame as there are some great people out there who deserve to be paid for the content they create on here including yourself, but the adrev system is just too unstable for it to be a viable income... :(
If there's one thing I've learned in life is that we have an abundance of idiots.😬. I like watching your videos and the content. Good luck in whatever you decide 👍👍.
Hey max, I think your going the right route, this is ultimately to help you and the channel which in turn helps us because we like watching you work on projects. Keep up the good work👍
Max i'm delighted for you, we were getting a little worried about you. Ignore the pond life and please keep the varied content coming. Iv'e just joined Patreon [165 i think] just a quid for now but we will up it when funds allow. Now get on with Kermit and Awesome. Love the shed.
Humm, you pose some interesting points as usual Max. I mainly watch you for the ideas and inspiration mate. As weekend off gridders we have used many of your ideas. I know it's easy to say but please dont let people get you down. Keep up the videos for us that enjoy them.
I enjoy watching your projects. You are an inspiration. Take no notice of people who don’t have the imagination or the skills you do yet seem to think their opinions matter. Pity them.
You're the sugar in our tea, we're all engineers, diy or time served, your stuff is all good, i've always been a "save that, i might need it " professional engineer, still am at 75 years.....good luck to you, you're a genuine guy.
Max I live in the algarve and am doing pretty much the same as you do . We live off grid making and growing pretty much everything we need. I watch every video you make with I must say great reward and interest. Thank you for all your hard work and fxxx the minority. Big thumbs up and I look forward to watching great again soon.
More usual type of content is on the way, next up will be a Project Awesome update. Thank you to anyone who even bothered to watch this one, I know it wasn't very interesting!
You could talk about dust and I would listen willingly!
The relaxing pace and just overall delivery makes watching a pleasure.
The negative comments are also a function of your audience size. I would just ignore them as a rule, most of your audience just like seeing you doing the things you do in any format.
Any Channel of a decent size attracts arseholes, rather than it being a negative it's a sign of your success in some ways. I'd love to support you on Patreon however we have just had our first child and money is tight at the moment, as soon as we can we will contribute as your content is great.
Max. Stop talking yourself down. We love your videos and I could listen to you all day lol. I personally love the homesteading videos and gardening are really fun and interesting for me.
Ignore them bud, just keyboard warriors stuck in their bedrooms with nothing better to do! Your doing an epic job!
Sorry Stu but you mean you're as in you are not your. 🙄 Be well.
@@ollieb9875 Your a bollocks
@@ollieb9875 did you not understand him? This isn't school, Have you ever considered why do you feel the need to go off topic to teach grammar? It's to stroke your own ego and it makes everyone cringe.
@@zerofox7347 it's not hard to get right is it. Communication is important, else we end up in idiocracy.
Hi, I have the exact same experience mate your not alone at all. I think we also share quite a few of our subscribers. I try and remember that if you were to take 100k random people you would have quite a few people that just enjoy causing pain to others. its just the big numbers concentrate them and it can be hard on your mental health. You know everyone is watching and quite a few people watching will be wanting you to fail and waiting so they can say something negative. Fortunately most of my comments and from what i see yours that is only like 1% or less but it still gets to you. Its easier said than done to ignore them without just not reading any comments. I read comments and try and still interact so just ignoring the bad ones isnt as easy as people think.
Yes, I agree it's not easy to ignore the bad ones, I'll never be able to head my head around the idea of someone watching a video waiting and wanting for that person to fail, but yep they are out there. I also agree we both have overwhelmingly positive feedback in the comments section - especially compared to some of the other channels I watch!
Just joined Max .Very happy to support your quality output and your great sense of purpose.
I lost track of channel about this time, seems I have a lot to catch up on, glad you seem to be doing well.
I work in a museum and the vitriol and negativity of a very small number of people on our Facebook and Twitter feeds is quite something and it does feel personal. But then I look at the overwhelming positive comments and you realise what a sad, inadequate little bunch the naysayers are. And signed up to Patreon, good luck!
Ignore the trolls, as a silent viewer I really enjoy your videos and think Patreon would be a great way for you to carry on your work.
Don't listen to them, Max. I've been watching for years, all your project videos - tractor to cabin - have been great. If it makes you feel any better, I imagine there are thousands of people who can't wait for your next vid. You do a great job.
Max , please do not get disheartened by the few knobheads who seem to enjoy knocking people whatever they do.
I have only recently discovered your channel and I am hooked.
I suffer with PTSD ,Depression and anxiety and unable to work anymore.
I get by on a small army pension with no help from the government. I juggle my finances every month and seem to get through by the skin of my teeth.
However I will still be happy to send a pound a month to keep watching your antics. From a recent fan who appreciates your hard work.
Whatever it is you get into next, I have no doubt i'll try to watch. Love your content have done for years , especially the whole renewable s segment you got stuck into. So whatever you read down here, just do you. Its really all most of us come to see -stay well 2 thumbs fresh.
Good for you Max. I love your videos and your humble, witty, down to earth personality. I've just signed up for a quid a month. Absolute bargain for the feel good factor alone 👍👍👍
Mate, it's a shame that there are people like that around and it makes sense that if you enjoyed the vibe from a smaller community that you should do it. I find your videos really inspiring.
Max, I really enjoy your videos. The best thing about them is your warm and sincere personality which shines thru. The world is a better place with you in it.
Signed up! Keep up the good work!
Love the lifestyle, and your projects.
Keep fixing things, and ignore the keyboard warriors 👍
Just signed up. It's the least I could do. You literally provided the spark that made me want to change my life and buy some land. I just got back from looking at a place I hope to buy, I wouldn't be where I am now without the RUclips algorithm recommending your channel last year. So thanks and keep up the good work.
"Just Burn it Down" Boil's my pish! Those people dont live in the real world, They will have perfect home's not payed for as yet, Nice new if not newish car/ car's in the drive, clothes that are replaced regularly for the sake of Looking Good!! if it doesn't shine like new ! take it to the dump and buy new on the way home, Don't listen or take note, they can't handle the way you live and are really envious of you. Keep up the good work mate.
What absolute bullshit you're talking. Its this guy that doesnt live in the real world. Hes in the minority. Id cut my bollocks off for me and the gf to live that life.
this is one of the best channels i watch, it is my lifes goal to do half the stuff done here and to be able to live this kind of life
@@KneeoGeeo If you were to cut your bollocks off in order to live like Maximus, will you post your first video of the event? I presume your girlfriend will also leave you for someone with bollocks, even if he lives in a cardboard box!
@@JonDingle Film it, You a gay boy?
Back around 1980 I went to “ the difficult to find Vines Cross festival”. Lovely vibe, local music , time bandits projected on to a sheet tied to the trees, some mushroom tea and a bit of blow and my girl friend at the time,, The Enid playing. Quite a spectacle, got a Robert Calvert album( lucky Lief and The longships). An amazing little gathering. The next year was good but a bit bigger but the third year a load of patch wearing bikers turned up ( I was on a 650 triumph but was a greasy hippy)it was all too big the vibe had utterly gone and the the few spoiled it.
Sounds like your channel, you’re making stuff for the nice people who are interested, don’t know and want to learn or have sort of been there done something similar and enjoy a brew and watching Max tear a landrover apart, as a break from tearing my own landrover apart!but while you’re doing for the likes of me, you’re conscious of the sneering negative arsholes who inhabit the bottom half of the internet ( to steal Dave gormans line) sharpening their knives ready to post unpleasant uncalled for comments.
Must be hard but there are a lot of people who really genuinely enjoy your output so try and remain focussed on them and don’t let the others dictate to you. Good wishes mate. 👍
"sharpening their knives ready to post unpleasant uncalled for comments", funny you should mention that - I sharpened my large kitchen knife this very morning.
"Hide user from channel" is a great button in RUclips's Comments section. It hides the comments from that user _but_ the user doesn't know he's been blocked.
Please just ignore the negatives, keep the videos going
When I saw that cabin coming apart I did wonder if there was going to be enough left to save, but you did an outstanding refurb. You're one of the very few content makers that hasn't made it all about the money. Most channels reach a trigger point where the stats and targeting numbers become more important than the feel of the channel. Your content still feels genuine and interesting. It still feels like you're inviting us to join you on the journey rather than just consume content.
Finally a Patreon Max! Thanks! I'll sign up tonight. I would love more videos and there will always be trolls and naysayers, I know it is hard to ignore them but 99.9% of your viewers love the content.
I support several artists via Patreon - I have almost been hoping you would become directly supportable! I enjoy the variety of projects you tackle - and yes, you do inspire me to try new things. Plus it's nice to see the occasional chicken, dog, cat and listen to birdsong.
I always enjoy your videos, no matter the content.
I know a lot of people have given you hate about your cabin, but man you ever need a neighbour mate I'm always here! You really are a insperation and I would love too have your way of living! Keep hammering man and hopefully ill be in your possession one day 👍🏼
If you want to earn a living from RUclips Ad revenue, use your analytics to find your most popular video type, make more of those and drop the odd alternative one here and there, which might hopefully take off. You're a very likable chap, so I'm sure Patreon can work for you too. Ignore the negative comments; all comments influence the algorithm in a positive way anyway as it's seen as interaction/ interest. Love your channel and lifestyle. Keep it up!
Hi Max, I started joining along with your projects three years ago when I first start my university degree. I no doubt stumbled across the channel whilst looking for good land rover videos! Your attitude towards projects and the problems that come along with them resonated with me enormously and helped me a lot with my mental health. Leaving behind my home... and more importantly my shed... To attend university was an unwelcome change in surroundings and your videos have acted as somewhat of an escape for me when the times were tough and I missed my countryside life. To speak honestly, the inspiration you have exuded regarding off grid living has played a role in my career choices and aspirations (confirming my belief that i must somehow end up adjacent to a field). I am now embarking on a 4 year PhD in Biophysics and I'm sure I will need the guided meditation that is your videos now more than ever. So I will be very happy to give something back!
Thanks for everything, Patrick.
I must admit that when I saw the condition of the cottage I thought that you were up against it. The fact that you made something great out of so little is a credit to you. That you took me along on the journey was inspiring. Such a big imposing job broken down into bits that we could possibly do. You showed us that a common sense approach, persistence and an eye for detail can overcome huge obstacles. Best wishes mate and stay safe from an Aussie fan
So I think your viewers enjoy your energy and approach to all of your construction projects. I personally don’t think a decrease in your editing time would matter. We are not looking for an Academy award film. We just enjoy following you around and listening to you explain what you are doing.
Have people been whinging in the comments section? Wow. It's not as if they're paying for the content. You do what you need to do.
It is the nature of the beast. If you put yourself into the public domain, then you invite criticism. There will always be those who find a channel by accident, who are not really interested in this type of content, or there those who like to criticize. To me the whole debate over funding content on RUclips is a massive debate. I have subscribed to a lt of channels. I could not afford to even pay one pound a month to everyone, even if I would like to. I do support several creators. The owner of RUclips makes a lot of money off of it. The debate ought to be between creators and them, in getting a bigger slice of the pie. After al I already pay for internet access. The idea of RUclips used to be, like other social media, to connect with other like-minded people. I don't think that the creators envisioned that it would be , or could be , a way for hundreds of thousands to make a living.
Thicker skin sadly
Watched your videos for years without commenting. Absolutely love them. I'm sure there are plenty of us who appreciate the time you put into these, but don't necessarily comment. I'd be happy to support on patreon. Keep up the good work!
I enjoyed watching your cabin restoration, the ingenuity you regularly display is quite remarkable. Ignore the haters, and keep plugging away.
I’m not very good at expressing myself in words but here goes: I came across your channel, by accident, about six months ago and subscribed soon after. I now really look forward to your videos (whatever the subject), I guess it’s just the style of delivery and the occasional hitting stuff with a big hammer that I like. I don’t understand anything about revenue from RUclips advertising, patreon, or any others but I’m a great believer in ‘gut instinct’ so, if it seems like a good idea then it probably is! Do what’s right for you. Best regards. TJ.
I shall continue to support via paypal. Keep up the good work but you MUST ignore any non positive comments Max. You have more positive comments anyway so just take that as a lift & carry on as you are. Regards
If it helps, I've probably watched at least 30 videos of yours and there's not one I didn't like. Keep doing what you like doing 👍
It does help, thanks!
Please ignore the idiots, you have a huge amount of viewers, me included, that absolutely love watching you work on your projects, I've particularly enjoyed the cabin restoration.
Just signed up to Patreon (#21!). Sorry, I'm not a rich benefactor and can only manage a quid a month at the moment. Great content Max, thankyou for taking the time to make and edit these vids :)
I'm new to this channel and just got involved in the Land Rover restoration project but judging from what i saw yet, you're quite a capable person, doing this mostly for your own pleasure. Besides , there'll be all types of people with different mindsets in your audience in RUclips, so, hearing people's brain farts shouldn't be repellent for you! Unfortunately, i can't become a Patreon at the moment but i'm sure there'll be lots of people who are willing to help this channel continue rolling. I for my part , thank you wholeheartedly for all you've done so far and wish you the best luck in whatever direction your path continues.
Signing up right now. I love your videos, they inspire me to try and do things myself, so thank you for that. Please just ignore the negativity some people show to things, that is a reflection of their own outlook on life and not your achievements. Hope the Patrion thing goes well and just my perspective but if it were 5 quid a month rather than 10 then i would probably go for that, not sure what other people think but i guess that is the balanced decision you have to take depending on numbers etc... Cheers
Max, I first came across the channel when you were starting the landrover series, since then Ive watched the whole series about 4 times now - even buying a clapped out series 3 on the back of it !
I can't explain enough how much of a buzz I get when a new video pops up on my list - you have a strong following, you always get knob heads in all walks of life.
Keep up the fantastic content
ATB
Dave
Max, I was 10 seconds in before I loaded up Patreon and signed up. More than anyone else on RUclips, you've been almost a kindred spirit to my own life, and above all others I've always checked RUclips specifically for your videos. I am more than happy to pay a fiver a month just to have you sit in a chair and pontificate about the world, i'll consider the building and projects a bonus! Ignore the naysayers, and see you there. Thanks for all your content.
Safe to say the negative people are far outnumbered by those who enjoy your videos. Just signed up to your patreon. wish i could give more. You help us not just survive but thrive. You are appreciated bro.
Maximus old bean you don't know how many admirers you have out here - some of us you have inspired to follow certain paths - you've had more effect than you know - it is not unreasonable to ask for contribution support for the content given you guys put so much into things like the Zil project - don't worry about the detractors - you have one hundred eight thousand followers - there is bound to be a small number of cheap disgruntled pricks - you have a personality that is kind and connects at a very genuine level - I am very happy to subscribe.
You'll always got the clowns with the negative comments, they are the ones with the sad life!! Ignore them & keep up the content, nice to see a range of topics covered. All the best from an almost off grid shed in West Wales, much of what's happening here is inspired by some of you videos!!!
Things like the Q + A video you did with Mark would work well for Patreon only subscribers. You have my support anyway. 👍
You know better than to listen into anyone who says what you do is wrong. This channel is by far my favorite because it’s real and it’s informative. Keep up doing you that’s what everyone wants is to watch the real you doing your thing!
Don't stop making the cabin style films, the're great!. Even as a Landrover owner who is desperately waiting for the next instalment of the rebuild I still thoroughly enjoy the cabin, gardening style films. IGNORE the naysayers for they have no soul :)
Hi Max, been subbed to your channel pretty much from the start and is the only channel where I've watched every video. You know what to do with negative comments, just ignore it, they are not your main bulk of viewers and you know it. Personally I would happily pay for patreon and will always be here to support you. Best of luck pal.
Max I've watched your channel for a few years now, whenever I mentioned you to my wife she'd say you're making it up there's no such person. Well mate she's now a viewer we both like your videos please keep them coming as they are.
I'm looking forward to the Project Awsome return. Thanks for sharing and keep em coming
I live in a 1740 farm house in Connecticut on the East Coast of the US. Since I don't own it, but are allowed (or expected, given the little bit of rent that I'm paying) to maintain and improve it, I think I'm in a similar position as you are, namely having to make sure that I don't spend a fortune on that and still make it a comfortable homestead. I also try to preserve as much of the building's originality as I can. Being in that situation, you and your videos have been a true inspiration (not the least because I also happen to own an old Series Land Rover that I'm restoring, which is how I found your channel). So just ignore the naysayers and keep the videos coming! Looking forward to the Project Awesome update. "You're doing an epic job!"
I’d be more than happy to support your content for a couple of quid a month. If it allows you to rely less on commissioned work, it’s a win for the viewers.
Hi Max, I understand your reasoning for changing things.
As a viewer of a lot of your RUclips videos of all kinds it’s great to see how you use this to enable us to see how you live and survive off grid, it’ll be a shame to loose that, but as you say it’ll hopefully free you up to do other projects.
Unfortunately you’ll always get negative people and feedback on such an open platform, good luck!
Love your presentation style. I find your content interesting. You gave me pleasure watching you paint tar on a building. Keep it up.
Fantastic idea that will provide you income and hopefully filter out the trolls. My wife and I love watching your videos/projects. £1 per month minimum is a bargain for the content. My ONLY reservation is the £10 per month option seems high given people (I suspect others like ourselves) are patreon's to multiple channels and it adds up.
Yes I might put in another tier, although apparently it's possible to select a higher amount on the bottom tier, but really I'm very happy with people paying just a quid. Thank you!
Discovered this channel at the start of the Project Awesome series and it's provided every since. I enjoy the learning and watch the intelligence work, I'm young at 24 and don't have a clue about mechanics or craft work but I always feel like I learn something from your videos that may be handy in the future. When the world and myself are back on it's feet I'll be more than happy to contribute to your work by supporting via Patreon. Continue your fine work and we will watch peacefully, cheers mate.
I really liked the garden and cabin series! looked forward to the updates and seeing the progression, I would personally like to see more like this!!!
I’ve never commented before but probably should have. Love your content, both one offs and multipart projects. Thanks for them and please keep them coming.
Easier said than done, but try to ignore the jackass comments
Totally get your approach to this. I've lost count of how many channels I'm subscribed to that I've thought "I should support them on Patreon" but never bothered. Yet I found myself reaching for the patreon link in the description before this video had finished! As someone that's watched from the early days I look forward to some of those more "raw" videos again. Watching you crack on with a task with humility but often great skill has always been immensely satisfying regardless of the production quality. That was all just quite a long winded way of saying "I'm in" :)
Your doing well, I hope you’re suitably moved and reinvigorated, I hope to see more of you all the best
You are one of 3 or 4 creators on RUclips that I really look forward to content from (strangely most of them are from the UK, must be something in the water). I think Patreon is a great idea.
Max , I have watched every single one of your videos and your series I have watched at least twice because they are so fascinating. Please keep up the good work and get the your Patreon account going, you are a great inspiration too all of us, I would be more than happy to become one of your Patreons. You are a RUclips Legend!! Thank you!! 🇿🇦
If your sick of ads, negativity and politics getting shoved down your throat, go to Patreon. It’s heaven and you can support Max! It’s worth it!!
I am so sorry to hear that people have criticized or disparage your videos. Your gentle and kind explanation of things you are so obviously skilled at to people who want to learn or so simply want to see your achievements is a joy to watch. The world is now very mean and self centered on many levels, and I hope your amazing lifestyle compensates in some way for the foulness that is out there everyday. Kind regards Lizzie
Happy to support you on Patreon. Wishing you all the best and looking forward to more content!!
Max; ignore the you tube trolls. Your slightly halting delivery is genuine and your aims and objectives appear really sound. You inspire a great many more people than you may imagine. I'm one. I'm currently helping a young fella and his Mum deal with planning issues that may prevent him setting up his hybrid smallholding venture. I frequently visit your channel to inspire me so that, I can bolster my enthusiasm to help him...….. you will have another patreon when my business has weathered the 'lock-down' storm...…. if it ever does!
Max, keep doing the videos you like and ignore/block anyone who pisses you off! I'd happily watch you digging a hole... wait a minute, I think I saw that video already! +1 on your Patreon (the only one on RUclips who has my support that way).
I admire you and appreciate your videos. Loved the cabin restoration video! Please, please carry on!
I wanted you to know that I highly appreciate your work and I do not blame you for setting patreon account.
You are an inspiration to make things, not buy everything.
Thank you 4your videos👍
Max, just do the stuff YOU like, not what others like. It's your Channel, your life. The reason we look at your video's is because we like the way you are / the way YOU make video's, so just stay on your own path. We love you, just the way you are. :)
Really enjoyed your shed restoration series, brightened lock-down. I was really excited when each stage was uploaded. Lovely to see the skills and care in restoring. Much more inspiring than getting a new one.
I'd be more than happy to support you on Patreon
From Australia i do enjoy your videos thanks, mostly enjoy life, have fun.
go for it . shy bairns get nothing. you are a genuine person and your audience will grow and help you continue . stay safe , good luck, njoy and Thank you.
I hope your channel grows tremendously !
I understand that it is very difficult to ignor the unnecessary negative comments (or is it humour?) these tend to stand out and stick in ones mind, the few spoiling it for the majority! Happy to be a patron and continue to enjoy your video's.
Hi Max. Just set up a patreon. We really enjoy your videos and hope to join you in this lifestyle. Take care and tell the trolls to Golf Foxtrot themselves.
Maximus I have been watching your videos for sometime now and have enjoyed ALL of them , I haven't commented on any of your videos until now , I understand your dilemma and I am going to go to patreon now and have a look. Ignore the idiots , we all like what you do , all the best to you.
I spent a very pleasant hour watching you change a bloody tyre. I'm very happy to support you on Patreon! 😁
Hi, I admire your frankness and find it shite that folk like yourself putting out great content should have small minded idiots making childish and knobbish comments whilst sitting on their backsides acting like keyboard warriors. Glad to hear you are carrying on with the channel and I hope to be able to support you going forward.
Your videos are excellent Mr, I’m going back through the old videos to keep up. Highly interesting and great content.
You live a life that many people want but don’t have the gumption to go for. Keep it up buddy and be strong
Maximus - I appreciate everything you’re excited about and willing to share. 👍😎👍
Max finding your channel really gave me a reward. Just knowing there is someone like you out there doing what you do gives me faith in humanity. It also makes me feel less of an outsider. Your channel alone gives me more enjoyment than, say, my TV license. All my like minded friends also love what you do. Keep it up, I am sure there are enough of us to help to support you.
Good on you for avoiding the sponsorship route, Max - but please keep doing your videos, we love any of your content, your humour and enthusiasm put you a level above the norm. There are always trolls / thumbs-downers and the lockdown seems to have brought them out in force, but please ignore their negativity and don't let it get you down! You are loved by a lot of people as a model of alternative living and creative thinking. Carry on!
Mate. I really love the vids. It's just nice to watch someone actually improving things, teaching things and sharing their lives with us. Love it so much.
I find what you do inspiring, informative and entertaining and for that I thank you. I have signed up with Patreon to help out and keep the content flowing. Your doing a great job, carry on doing what your doing, all the best
Signed up. I've been watching Project Awesome and the Landrover rebuilds, and thoroughly enjoyed the cabin refurb. Ignore the trolls, they are just jealous of what you do and of what you are capable of. I am involved with a very different restoration, but the small percentage of negative comments are just the same.
Just continue being you and ignore the negativity, if truth be known most of them are just jealous of your creativity.
Just signed up to the patreon! I would've happily paid 2 or 3 pounds a month, you should have some more options between 1 and 10 pounds as I'm sure some people will want to give more than 1 but might not be able stretch to 10. Just my 2p! Content is great, fair play dude.
when you sign up , there is an option to create a custom sub .. just put in the amount you want
I changed the amount when I subscribed. You can still do it if you want to. Go to "manage memberships" on your patreon account. 👍
I’ve been watching your videos for around 8 months I think and I really enjoy them, though I don’t think I’ve commented before. I like the videos you produce, and I’m more than happy to support you on Patreon if that means you can keep making videos!
Max it's a pleasure to support your work just signed up for patroen more project kermit soon pleeease thanks keep up the good work
Keep making the videos as they inspire and educate people like myself and many more, people like you are valuable and rare and you should not give in to the trolls who are just jealous of a skilled individual such as yourself who I and many more rely on. Many of us cannot afford the patreon videos and look forward to your videos which make us smile and click the thumbs up!
Please don't let the ............. get you down. Your lifestyle is the only possible future for all of us. Reuse, recycle, live sustainably and regeneratively. Make more films, make more stuff, keep going, have faith in yourself. I will look at your shop which I did not know about, I will watch all the ads, I will do Patreon as soon as I can. Gardening, off grid living, engineering projects, building, all good. Thanks for bringing like minded folks together in your comments sections. Turn the naysayers off. They have no future, sadly.
One of the downsides to patreon is those of us who are on low incomes, which leaves us shut out of a lot of things that patrons are opened to, personally I have no paid subscriptions for anything (RUclips, television, news outlets, etc.) as I can't justify them over bills, food and my own projects to keep me sane, which is a shame as there are some great people out there who deserve to be paid for the content they create on here including yourself, but the adrev system is just too unstable for it to be a viable income... :(
yeah not easy to justify it when you are on a tight budget, even though you would like to. same issue here
If there's one thing I've learned in life is that we have an abundance of idiots.😬. I like watching your videos and the content. Good luck in whatever you decide 👍👍.
Hey max, I think your going the right route, this is ultimately to help you and the channel which in turn helps us because we like watching you work on projects. Keep up the good work👍
Max i'm delighted for you, we were getting a little worried about you. Ignore the pond life and please keep the varied content coming.
Iv'e just joined Patreon [165 i think] just a quid for now but we will up it when funds allow. Now get on with Kermit and Awesome. Love the shed.
Humm, you pose some interesting points as usual Max. I mainly watch you for the ideas and inspiration mate. As weekend off gridders we have used many of your ideas. I know it's easy to say but please dont let people get you down. Keep up the videos for us that enjoy them.
mate..had a major medical flip recently...so off work and your channel is keeping me sane :) keep up the great work..
I enjoy watching your projects. You are an inspiration. Take no notice of people who don’t have the imagination or the skills you do yet seem to think their opinions matter. Pity them.
Max, you're one of the best things on RUclips and I really enjoy your videos. I've signed up. Thanks for the hours/days of entertainment.
You're the sugar in our tea, we're all engineers, diy or time served, your stuff is all good, i've always been a "save that, i might need it " professional engineer, still am at 75 years.....good luck to you, you're a genuine guy.
Max I live in the algarve and am doing pretty much the same as you do . We live off grid making and growing pretty much everything we need.
I watch every video you make with I must say great reward and interest. Thank you for all your hard work and fxxx the minority. Big thumbs up and I look forward to watching great again soon.