Sandy I I really like your mill with the log landing and also the lumber building out from the mill with the walk way from your mill building to the lumber shead looks so nice bolt the way you bolt it wish I could be there to help you cut and stack your lumber I’m 65years and used to heard labor all my life taking care of my family I’m retired now and just love going out side and working on projects I come up with that makes me and my family your mill set up to me looks great and best wishes in your future milling logs and enjoying your self while doing it God Bless you and your family take care and be safe
as i keep watching more of your videos i found 1 common thing that i hate... its when they are over! lol love this channel, love the videos, love the energy and this project is coming along very very nicely. Even if there was no sawmill in there, put up some walls and that would be a nice cabin too, take care be safe see you next time and thank you for sharing quality content!
Been designing my future log bunks after your design. But I wanted a little more protection from the deck of logs rolling off the bunks when not in use and getting me. I'm thinking of attaching heavy duty hinges on the ramp and log bunks. After you roll a log on the mill you can fold up the ramp. Maybe put a small chain to hook it in place while you're not using them. If you're deck of logs shift the ramp will stop them from squishing you. This is the theory in my head at least.
Try moving the 6x6 transition boards to the outside of the log deck with a 2x10 under each to help them slide out of your way. After debarking the log deck logs, thoroughly coat the logs with used motor oil several times before the heavy rains. Might be a good idea to oil the floor also, it soaks in and is not slippery.I cant work bent over working below my knees, I hope your back holds out. Todd and RJs ideas sounds great. Think about when the snow gets between the log bunk and the tarp pipe, it may be stuck with snow wedged between the first log and the tarp stretching it tight.
I'm sure someone has mentioned this in the comments at some point along the way, but laying 2" rigid insulation under your concrete blocks will do wonders for keeping the frost down a bit. Use a piece about an inch bigger than your block all the way around.
Nice work as usual Sandy. When I need long spikes I just grind a point on some scrap 3/8 rebar, predrill and pound them home. Load that bunk up for the winter that is quickly approaching.
Great job on the log bunks. Time to christen them with a load of logs to be milled up. As for the 2 6x6's that span across the floor, I would just position them on the 2 green spacer blocks (parallel to the flooring). It'll will keep them out of the way, but accessible. Also you won't have something sticking up that could be a tripping hazard.
have you thought about just using your grapple to load directly onto your mill? all you would have to do is slide the mill to the log bunk side of your shed and then you could sit the log you want to mill directly onto the mill. thats how I do it with my mill. unless your not planning on having the tractor grapple available while milling. just a thought! nice bunks though. great job on your videos. you get alot done on your own!
I normally don't leave my tractor out in the woods at my mill so the log platform becomes quite useful in that case. In the winter it's also difficult to get big machines back into this part of my bush due to deep snow and steep hills. Thanks for checking out the video Jeremy.
I would like to know where you got you sting of led lights. My father watches you all the time and thinks you are just awesome. He just got himself a mill and is loving life.
I don't understand the advantage of the platform? You have a tractor with a grapple, why not load directly on to your mill by having the mill just slightly closer to the edge? Or onto your transition pieces? Also how do you utilize the last 6 or 8 ft of your mill? its behind your shed post?
Or IF he knew someone with a sawmill, cut the round logs into say, 6x6/6x8 or so sized timbers and gotten rid of the bark and used that to build the deck.....because exactly as you say, that bark is merely going to cause those logs to rot prematurely and need replacing.
Hello, fairly new to channel but enjoy it very much, it's one of my favorites. 2 questions, how much land do you have? Can you put a curtain around your sawmill using something like shower hooks and then just slide them to a corner. Would that work?? Just thinking outloud . You do great work keep it up. God Bless
Thanks for watching Robert. I like that idea about the curtains but I actually went a different direction and use roll up tarp doors. Just finished them actually a few weeks ago. Thanks for checking out the video. Hope all is well with you.
Sandy I I really like your mill with the log landing and also the lumber building out from the mill with the walk way from your mill building to the lumber shead looks so nice bolt the way you bolt it wish I could be there to help you cut and stack your lumber I’m 65years and used to heard labor all my life taking care of my family I’m retired now and just love going out side and working on projects I come up with that makes me and my family your mill set up to me looks great and best wishes in your future milling logs and enjoying your self while doing it God Bless you and your family take care and be safe
Hi Michael, really great to have ya on the channel and I thank you for the kind words!
Thanks Sandy for the editing woirk and sharing your dream one step at a time. When we lose our dream we die! Peace and safety!
Always happy to share videos with folks like yourself. Take care!
as i keep watching more of your videos i found 1 common thing that i hate... its when they are over! lol love this channel, love the videos, love the energy and this project is coming along very very nicely. Even if there was no sawmill in there, put up some walls and that would be a nice cabin too, take care be safe see you next time and thank you for sharing quality content!
Thanks Jay, nice to hear that. I appreciate the positive comments and am glad you're tuning in. Take care.
Nice job.
It looking good.
Great build idea... gives me some great ideas of how I want to build a Buckin Firewood station... thanks
Been designing my future log bunks after your design. But I wanted a little more protection from the deck of logs rolling off the bunks when not in use and getting me. I'm thinking of attaching heavy duty hinges on the ramp and log bunks. After you roll a log on the mill you can fold up the ramp. Maybe put a small chain to hook it in place while you're not using them. If you're deck of logs shift the ramp will stop them from squishing you. This is the theory in my head at least.
Lookin great. Better hurry up and load those bunks for some winter sawing. Its supposed to snow tonight. Lol
Try moving the 6x6 transition boards to the outside of the log deck with a 2x10 under each to help them slide out of your way. After debarking the log deck logs, thoroughly coat the logs with used motor oil several times before the heavy rains. Might be a good idea to oil the floor also, it soaks in and is not slippery.I cant work bent over working below my knees, I hope your back holds out. Todd and RJs ideas sounds great. Think about when the snow gets between the log bunk and the tarp pipe, it may be stuck with snow wedged between the first log and the tarp stretching it tight.
I'm sure someone has mentioned this in the comments at some point along the way, but laying 2" rigid insulation under your concrete blocks will do wonders for keeping the frost down a bit. Use a piece about an inch bigger than your block all the way around.
Great idea. Thanks for sharing
It will be so nice loading the log deck with logs so you can roll the logs down to your saw bed. You are working smarter not harder.
I do try to make my life a bit easier with them that's for sure. Thanks for watching Bill. Happy "almost" winter.
Nice work as usual Sandy. When I need long spikes I just grind a point on some scrap 3/8 rebar, predrill and pound them home. Load that bunk up for the winter that is quickly approaching.
Great job Sandy, keep up the hard work, it will be a great place to work.
Thanks Kent, sure is coming along
Great idea on roiling logs up to the saw.
Thanks Gary, hope things are well for you.
Your episodes are my cup of coffee.
Great work ethic! Surprised you don’t have snow cover yet. Keep video’s coming time well spent.
I used old v-belts as handle on my block/chocks/safety blocks..man your doing a awesome job
Great idea Todd. Thanks for sharing.
Sure looking good now boss.make sure the dog knows who's boss.good job.
Thanks! I think Koda knows he's the boss haha
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You have a good reason to be proud of yourself!
A very nice build.
Certainly has turned out well I think. Thanks for watching Eyal!
Great job on the log bunks. Time to christen them with a load of logs to be milled up. As for the 2 6x6's that span across the floor, I would just position them on the 2 green spacer blocks (parallel to the flooring). It'll will keep them out of the way, but accessible. Also you won't have something sticking up that could be a tripping hazard.
That's a good idea with the 6x6's, likely only a matter of time before I trip over them and fall onto my tarp roll up doors haha
Your almost ready for sawday,good job and show thanks
Thanks Allen, I'm nearly back in action cutting wood here. Thanks for tuning in each week. Hope all is well.
Hey there young man what a nice cosy little sawmill you got yourself there now. It looks so cosy and comfortable. I find job done a fine job
Thanks Doug, next thing you know I"ll have walls up and woodstove for sleeping haha
Sawing with Sandy That would be nice. That way you could work 24 seven out there.
Sawing with Sandy I forgot to mention you have to get yourself one of those Keurig machines. Coffee is an essential for working.
Great bunks.
Looking good.
Thanks appreciate that. Hope all is well with you.
Nature provides.......:-))
Always thinking. That's good. It is really nice. Great job.
Thanks Karen, much appreciated.
I love this rustic design. Question. Like me, that loaded log platform is a good bit of mass! Has the log bunk sunk over time?
No sinking so far
Good ideas thans
have you thought about just using your grapple to load directly onto your mill? all you would have to do is slide the mill to the log bunk side of your shed and then you could sit the log you want to mill directly onto the mill. thats how I do it with my mill. unless your not planning on having the tractor grapple available while milling. just a thought! nice bunks though. great job on your videos. you get alot done on your own!
I normally don't leave my tractor out in the woods at my mill so the log platform becomes quite useful in that case. In the winter it's also difficult to get big machines back into this part of my bush due to deep snow and steep hills. Thanks for checking out the video Jeremy.
I would like to know where you got you sting of led lights. My father watches you all the time and thinks you are just awesome. He just got himself a mill and is loving life.
Very Entertaining ! Thanks. Craig. Pa.
I don't understand the advantage of the platform? You have a tractor with a grapple, why not load directly on to your mill by having the mill just slightly closer to the edge? Or onto your transition pieces? Also how do you utilize the last 6 or 8 ft of your mill? its behind your shed post?
my Dad used to say that he was packing the wood around the nail when he would start missing the nail head because he got tired.
Haha love it
good ideal, but I would have debarked the logs (and coat with oil) to cut down on rot and bugs. water and bugs will get between the bark and the wood.
Or IF he knew someone with a sawmill, cut the round logs into say, 6x6/6x8 or so sized timbers and gotten rid of the bark and used that to build the deck.....because exactly as you say, that bark is merely going to cause those logs to rot prematurely and need replacing.
Do you cut the wood full dimension 2x4 and after it is dried, size it 1 1/2"x 3 1/2" or how does it work?
Next your are going have to build a lumber drying shed. Lol
You are one step ahead of me. Great idea Kevin. Thanks for tuning in each week. You're a long-time viewer and I appreciate it.
Solar kiln!
why not mill the tops of the 14 foot ones smooth?
how big is your sawmill shed?Does that allow you to cut 16'?
The opening is just about 13.5’ as I cut mostly 12’ and under. I can cut 16.10’ but would have to slide the log in on an angle
I’m sure it would help if the logs were limbed closer.
You’re right about that one
A golf buggy!?
I love them. I've got two of them and am always on the hunt for more haha. Foot to the rug!
Hi Sandy, can you make multiple 8x8s from one tree people say it can't be done
People say a lot of things 😉
I think people often say the post should have the pith of the tree in the middle of the post. That’s likely what you’ll need to think about.
put hinges on them and fold them up
Not a bad idea, I'll have to check to make sure they don't prevent the tarp door from rolling down.
I think that you tell by the sound that the ground is not solid.
Dude, where's your coffee?
Haha I likely already finished it. I normally have a traveller mug handy though in all the videos somewhere.
Hello, fairly new to channel but enjoy it very much, it's one of my favorites. 2 questions, how much land do you have? Can you put a curtain around your sawmill using something like shower hooks and then just slide them to a corner. Would that work?? Just thinking outloud . You do great work keep it up.
God Bless
Thanks for watching Robert. I like that idea about the curtains but I actually went a different direction and use roll up tarp doors. Just finished them actually a few weeks ago. Thanks for checking out the video. Hope all is well with you.