I don’t understand why somebody would watch a video and give it a thumbs down if you don’t like what you’re watching don’t watch it. I think you’re doing an awesome job I think when you finally get finished you’re going to have a structure that you cannot only be proud of but a pretty cool conversation piece and something that will last for a very very long time so keep plugging away and I’ll keep watching. Thanks for the videos
The precision in which you measure and make your joints is amazing. You truly are a craftsman, and I suspect, a perfectionist as well. What a shop this is this will be. Can't wait to see the finished project, and the projects that will ensue. I have learned a lot from watching, thank you.
You're doing awesome job well done I enjoy watching you and I have picked up some really good tips from you I like how you're never in a hurry and you think things through good craftsmanship.
Nice job Tim! I like your methodical way of building this timber frame. I'm impressed with how well you and your work crew get along, Lol! Seriously though, It is impressive seeing you do this on your own. I'd say you've got true grit and determination! Be safe! 4K subs- AWESOME!
Wow, starting the new year off great! It will be interesting to see what you come up with for installing the next 4. Thanks for the update, anxious for the next. Be smart work safe...
I agree, the biggest challenge in timber framing is figuring out how to move them every step of the way from getting them on the trailer to bring them home to getting them uphill into the back yard etc. Then on the biggest ones, mine are 8x12 16' to 20' long wet oak, just moving them onto saw horses and turning them over takes time. But it really is gratifying once you get it done. "It" being just moving those beasts. So congrats for every step you make. If it was easy, timber frame structures wouldn't be so rare. Sitting back and looking at the days progress, for me, makes the beer taste better too!
This has been an absolutely wonderful Journey for you and for us! I would absolutely love to do something like this for a proper Workshop. I commend you sir! Many blessings to you in the New Year!
The barn is looking great. Your work is definitely to be admired. As a near further first-time timber frame builder as I was watching you prepare the truss beams I thought to myself, “man, it sure would be nice to know what the specific tools you use are.” I know you are quite busy and have your hands full but if you get a break between stages would you consider reviewing your tools. What you would recommend and what you thought you would need but didn’t after all. What tool(s) don’t you have but wished you did. I wish you very well and that you continue to be safe. God bless and thank you for taking the time to share. Much, much appreciated.
Im guessing it's a 16' by 20 or 24'. footprint? I am building the exact same structure this spring on Swan's island in Maine. Thanks for the blueprint !!!
Thanks for the advice. I’m in NE Washington we have Doug fir around us in the higher elevations but on our land it’s all pine. It’s done well for us on small projects. Kind of inferior wood in some peoples eyes. Again thanks.
You seem to have hit your stride with the last few rafters. I don't know about you, but I hate ladders. Thanks for the insight to your marking and cutting the rafters. I set up temporary catwalks or scaffolding ( I bought a few sections and move that around). Great job, thanks.
@@GreatPlainsCraftsman Thank you that makes it easier. I am watching your videos again. I am amazed at your spot on work with chisels and that slick. Not an easy build, yellow pine is kinda rough keep it as nice. I saw a video on sharpening you did that may help also. Again great videos.
question ... as a consideration, did you decide which direction your roofs' ridge line is pointed based on the wind direction? looks like you have a lot of opportunity for wind out there ... i'm building here in NE Ohio, where the wind comes from the west ... 24x30 pole barn, 7:12 pitch, in an open field, 300 ft of flat open field to the west of the site, we had an army tent out there and it would get blown over regularly ... should the ridge line point east-west or north-south?
In one of your previous videos you said you were using Ponderosa pine & that it has good strength. How does it compare to white pine that people to the east seem to use. I mill my own & as you said it is unstable. Do you know of others timber framing with ponderosa pine. Thanks for any information & that barn sure is looking nice!!
I know that there are beams cut all the time from ponderosa pine. If you use it though you need to be prepared for the twisting, or mill oversize and let it dry for a season, then mill the twist out to final dimensions. If you work fast, like I am doing with these new rafters you can get them cut and secured in the frame to minimize movement. larger dimensions 8 x 8 and bigger tend to do better with Ponderosa, smaller dimensions do not so you could also maybe do a mixture of species. From what I can tell though Ponderosa is not a common Timber framing species. White pine is second only to Douglas Fir, so it is desireable for sure, pretty stable. If you mill your own this is the time of year to cut the trees when the sap is down, right now. Hope that helps.
I noticed you were using the shorter non-rabbet plane with a chisel. Is that because you just didn't have the #10 close by or do you have a preference for the shorter plane? Thanks!
Would it be a good idea to get the last 4 up and assembled and put up vertically tight to the last one you just put up. Then walk them out into position starting from the end one and working in to the middle? That Wayne guy is always messing with your measurements....lol.
I can’t remember seeing it in a video, what were the dimensions of this building? I’m currently building a 16x24 sugar shack here in Michigan and am going to build my rafters just like yours
Great craft, that’s a lot of hard work. Awesome! 👏🙌
Soooooo close!!!!! Great job brother! The anticipation is killing me!!😄🌲
LOL Soon Jimi, I promise. Thanks for hanging in there with me!
Sure starting to look like a building. Very nice.
Thanks John
I don’t understand why somebody would watch a video and give it a thumbs down if you don’t like what you’re watching don’t watch it. I think you’re doing an awesome job I think when you finally get finished you’re going to have a structure that you cannot only be proud of but a pretty cool conversation piece and something that will last for a very very long time so keep plugging away and I’ll keep watching. Thanks for the videos
Thank you Charles, appreciate it!
Can't wait for the 'topping out party'. Looking fantastic. You are a true craftsman.
Thank you Ray!
The precision in which you measure and make your joints is amazing. You truly are a craftsman, and I suspect, a perfectionist as well. What a shop this is this will be. Can't wait to see the finished project, and the projects that will ensue. I have learned a lot from watching, thank you.
Wow thank you so much! And you are right, I am lol.
It's going to be his tractor and metal work shop.
Looks like great weather, nice job.
Great so far Larry, it will change.
I live in Washington state and I picture the Dakotas with snow and 10 below this time of year. Like you said it will change.
@@larrymeier8164 For sure.
Looking fantastic!
Thanks Michael
You're doing awesome job well done I enjoy watching you and I have picked up some really good tips from you I like how you're never in a hurry and you think things through good craftsmanship.
Thank you Mike, it is a process
The barn is really taking shape! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!
Looking better with each vid! Keep em coming. Great job.
Thanks!
Nice work done looks great for one man job.
I love the black hardware. Good thinking on the cross member for the host. -Will
Thanks Will
100% precision and perfection Tim, I admire your self-control at work!!! Great vlog Tim!!!
Thank you Robert!
Nice job Tim! I like your methodical way of building this timber frame. I'm impressed with how well you and your work crew get along, Lol! Seriously though, It is impressive seeing you do this on your own. I'd say you've got true grit and determination! Be safe! 4K subs- AWESOME!
Thanks Robert, it has been a fun challenge. Glad you are enjoying the journey!
Wow, starting the new year off great! It will be interesting to see what you come up with for installing the next 4. Thanks for the update, anxious for the next. Be smart work safe...
Thanks William, I will.
I agree, the biggest challenge in timber framing is figuring out how to move them every step of the way from getting them on the trailer to bring them home to getting them uphill into the back yard etc. Then on the biggest ones, mine are 8x12 16' to 20' long wet oak, just moving them onto saw horses and turning them over takes time. But it really is gratifying once you get it done. "It" being just moving those beasts. So congrats for every step you make. If it was easy, timber frame structures wouldn't be so rare. Sitting back and looking at the days progress, for me, makes the beer taste better too!
Looking good, all the best for the new year!
Thank you!
Good job..... It's coming along.....
Thank you JONATHAN
B careful up there! Great job!
Thanks Jim
As soon as I had seen that moustache, I felt comfortable that he knows what he’s doing. Great work!
Good job!
That lifting beam looks great.
Thank you!
This has been an absolutely wonderful Journey for you and for us! I would absolutely love to do something like this for a proper Workshop. I commend you sir! Many blessings to you in the New Year!
Thanks for watching and for following the journey!
doing a great job.....just love these vids
Thank you Bob!
Good job man it’s really coming along
Thanks Ronald
Wild stuff doing it solo. Good for you!
Damn Tim, that's a lotta work!
LoL thanks Don. Be sure to subscribe and thumbs up!
Are the pinned half lapped rafter joint at the ridge ever a problem being that there are no rafter ties?
Thank you for this content, Sir.
The barn is looking great. Your work is definitely to be admired. As a near further first-time timber frame builder as I was watching you prepare the truss beams I thought to myself, “man, it sure would be nice to know what the specific tools you use are.” I know you are quite busy and have your hands full but if you get a break between stages would you consider reviewing your tools. What you would recommend and what you thought you would need but didn’t after all. What tool(s) don’t you have but wished you did. I wish you very well and that you continue to be safe. God bless and thank you for taking the time to share. Much, much appreciated.
Will do. Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
Perfect job!!
Im guessing it's a 16' by 20 or 24'. footprint? I am building the exact same structure this spring on Swan's island in Maine. Thanks for the blueprint !!!
The black heavy hardware is going to look great with the rest of the building
I think so Ben! Thank you
Thanks for the advice. I’m in NE Washington we have Doug fir around us in the higher elevations but on our land it’s all pine. It’s done well for us on small projects. Kind of inferior wood in some peoples eyes. Again thanks.
No problem. Ponderosa is strong. I'm using it because that's what I have here. Doug Fir is King for softwoods.
Take extra care up there Tim
Will do Doug
That timber frame is getting better looking every day. "Awesome"! Please be careful.
Will do John, thank you.
You seem to have hit your stride with the last few rafters. I don't know about you, but I hate ladders. Thanks for the insight to your marking and cutting the rafters. I set up temporary catwalks or scaffolding ( I bought a few sections and move that around). Great job, thanks.
I will have to get scaffolding up now probably Joe. Thanks for watching!
@@GreatPlainsCraftsman I have been trying to watch the videos for the size of the timbers, is there one that has wood dimensions? Thanks.
@@joegarage6132 Yes but the posts are 8x8, tie beams are 8x10, braces 4x6, girts 4x4, and rafters ate 5x6. 16x20 barn. Thanks Joe
@@GreatPlainsCraftsman Thank you that makes it easier. I am watching your videos again. I am amazed at your spot on work with chisels and that slick. Not an easy build, yellow pine is kinda rough keep it as nice. I saw a video on sharpening you did that may help also. Again great videos.
question ... as a consideration, did you decide which direction your roofs' ridge line is pointed based on the wind direction? looks like you have a lot of opportunity for wind out there ... i'm building here in NE Ohio, where the wind comes from the west ... 24x30 pole barn, 7:12 pitch, in an open field, 300 ft of flat open field to the west of the site, we had an army tent out there and it would get blown over regularly ... should the ridge line point east-west or north-south?
Yes wind is the only consideration. If the wind comes from the west the ridge line should be NS
Damn brother, I think it's time to rent some scaffolds or a forklift and a couple good hands for about a day. Haha good job though! Be safe!
Thanks! You're probably right, but I'm a gluten!
In one of your previous videos you said you were using Ponderosa pine & that it has good strength. How does it compare to white pine that people to the east seem to use. I mill my own & as you said it is unstable. Do you know of others timber framing with ponderosa pine. Thanks for any information & that barn sure is looking nice!!
I know that there are beams cut all the time from ponderosa pine. If you use it though you need to be prepared for the twisting, or mill oversize and let it dry for a season, then mill the twist out to final dimensions. If you work fast, like I am doing with these new rafters you can get them cut and secured in the frame to minimize movement. larger dimensions 8 x 8 and bigger tend to do better with Ponderosa, smaller dimensions do not so you could also maybe do a mixture of species. From what I can tell though Ponderosa is not a common Timber framing species. White pine is second only to Douglas Fir, so it is desireable for sure, pretty stable. If you mill your own this is the time of year to cut the trees when the sap is down, right now. Hope that helps.
I noticed you were using the shorter non-rabbet plane with a chisel. Is that because you just didn't have the #10 close by or do you have a preference for the shorter plane? Thanks!
LoL I just didn't want to go into the shop and get it. Very observant, thanks for watching!
Great work and what a beautiful landscape! What area are you living?
Thank you! I live in SD, Black Hills
Happy New Year ! 🥃🔔🥃
Back at you Jamie
Definition of one man band
Would it be a good idea to get the last 4 up and assembled and put up vertically tight to the last one you just put up. Then walk them out into position starting from the end one and working in to the middle? That Wayne guy is always messing with your measurements....lol.
Yes I thought of that too Jim. Not sure but probably something like that.
Did you attend The Shelter Institute?
What's the spacing on your rafters, or trusses? They look super close for such big timber.
2 feet. They are rafters so spacing is closer
I can’t remember seeing it in a video, what were the dimensions of this building? I’m currently building a 16x24 sugar shack here in Michigan and am going to build my rafters just like yours
This is 16x20. Your rafters will be longer but that's fine. 12/12 pitch works best with this rafters foot detail.
Question. How long are the vertical posts. I like the overall balance of the structure. Thanks
Long time ago I didn't cross out the lines not to cut and learned the hard way.
Been there too!
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Hello Mick! Good to hear from you, and thanks!
Der redet mir zuviel ! He talks too much for me!