Love your videos! Take a trip into town and buy 6 months of food in case you get stuck for a while. Rice, pasta, oatmeal, coffee, sugar, salt, seasonings, cooking oil, canned goods and pet food. You will eat more in the cold so buy enough servings for at least 2 people. Also, make sure your stocking up on water and keep it inside before it freezes. Your doing a great job!
I really like the guy , but I don't think he realises how close he is to freeze up and the fact he could get stuck there for a couple of weeks, the support of the channel is nice but is giving him a false sense of security.. wishing him a the luck though .
you missed lentils, beans, and spices, dried vegetables for flavourings. and ghee/ clarified butter. you can make a lot of delicious soup/dahls with lentils and it's protein. you will lose muscle without it. or dried meat if preferred, or both.
In the door, take hinge off and chisel out the area it covers to the depth of the hinge plate. It will sit flush, and not bind, the door will shut better.
@@GettinOffGrid Hey bud some shims between your wall and the double 2x4's that holds your door would keep them from flexing and eventually causing hinge issues especially with the weight of the door. Hope that makes sense. You're doing awesome man.
Everybody puts a chain on backwards once. Everybody!!! And yes learn to sharpen chains. I can do them blind folded now, but it certainly wasn't something I learned a day or two
@@canamrider7195 I'm 61 years old and I've done it more than once.. in too much of a hurry to pay attention trying to get job done and my impatience just took me longer..... LOL
@@sharongypsydove6080 Same here, multiple times. It's when you do so, it don't cut and you go buy a new chain and mount that backward too that there is a problem. Live, make mistakes and learn is a part of life.
Good thinking with the backup generator. There is a saying that off-gridders often use, "Two is one, one is none." Always have a backup ready for all your necessities, such as your sleeping bag, coats etcetera.
@@GettinOffGrid Hi Sean! SNOW TIRES would help you driving in the snow & ice A LOT, if you can, definitely do it!! Another great episode of Gett'in Off Grid!! 😊
@@rougefox9233 I agree. Bought snow tires for the first time 3 years ago. I live in the snowbelt, so not sure why it took me a lifetime to figure that out. GAME CHANGER!
Add an angle brace on the door. It will sag without it. Also the boards will shrink and the boards will gap. When it gaps hammer cordage into the gaps to reseal it to block air.
Very good advice. And add a weather strip at bottom to keep rain etc outside off that floor. Paint your subfloor with a oil based primer to slow moisture damage..not water based primer it'll swell wood. Or a oil based deck sealer works great too.
@@GettinOffGrid also, make sure that angle brace is oriented from the top outside to the bottom hinge. So, when looking at your door from inside the cabin, the brace will start at the top left and angle down to the bottom right. Very important !
I subscribe to prolly 30 homesteader channels, but you, my dear sir, are my absolute favorite! I mean it...when I see there's a new vid out, I'm like a kid in a candy store! I get so excited! I just started watching this one, but I just had to let you know how happy this makes me. I get all settled in, my phone is off, cuz I'm gonna watch my comedian friend and his furbabies for the next few however long it is. Thank you for enlightening my life with your silliness...I love a good 'ol belly laugh. Thank you for just being you. Yay!!
Remember that wolves and coyotes take dogs and cats in Alaska all the time. I don't want to be morbid, I want you to keep your sweet pets. If you continue to let them roam free, you will lose both of them. Put up fencing to keep them within a yard, that will help massively.
You are epic. EPIC. Your highs n lows, drive & lethargy, humour and heartbreak are far, far more real than most TH-camrs who need to be “stoically accurate n awesome” at all times. Dull. You’re real. You’re relatable, you’re fucking hilarious and also so vulnerable I wanna hug u n cook for you and I’m a happily married lesbian and complete stranger in another hemisphere. You are exactly what the world needs more of.
Balaclava = is a full face ‘hat’. Baklava = Mediterranean dessert with honey, phyllo pastry etc. and as the sign by my grandmothers stove used to say. He who cuts his own wood, is twice warmed. Little cabin is looking great. Next up some insulation!
My partner and I use to watch Cabin builds and outdoor living videos with a plan to do something but unfortunately it will not happen. He passed away this past summer. Watching your videos has been a fresh happy feeling as he was much like you. Thank you for being funny and adventurous. I needed a smile and it’s been a pleasure watching you. I wish you the best.
@@RobertMcGlohon Oh Robert…I’m so sorry. I feel so honored to have your love and appreciation. It fills my heart hearing that I remind you of him. If you don’t mind me asking, what was his name? Thanks for sharing such a vulnerable piece of your life today, I wish you the best as well 🙏🏼
@@GettinOffGrid His name is Maris. He had an interest in Native American culture even though he was born in Latvia and was adopted by an American couple. We both shared an interest in someday building a cabin in our North Carolina mountains. He was only 31 and passed away in July.
@@RobertMcGlohon The North Carolina mountains are one of my favorite places in the world. Breathtaking and beautiful. I hope you still take the opportunity to go one day, at your own pace. I’ll keep you and Maris in my thoughts, take it easy friend ❤️
@RobertMcGlohon I also lost my husband to a stroke six months before he was going to stop working. We were getting ready to buy a Class C RV and travel until we were bored. Six months after he passed and on his 50th birthday I began our dream. He's with me in my heart and always will be. Keep going Robert.
Thank you. Maris would have been 32 next Tuesday. Been rough going lately. We traveled to the mountains often as it was our place. Even though there was an age difference we had the same spirit. Watching Sean Paul has been an uplift and makes me smile. Maris was so much like him, adventurous , wanting to do it even though never having built anything and very funny.
Hey man, I’d suggest getting some food storage (dehydrated food, MREs for example) just in case you’re stuck there for an extended period of time due to the weather.
make sure you’re not putting the chain on backwards. it’ll “cut” like that, if you do. the stihl 2 in 1 sharpener is a super easy learn and to use, even for a novice. a vice makes it even easier.
I can't express how much you crack me up!! Thank God you were born and grew up to be a funny guy with a huge heart for animals...ooh and have an adventureous spirit to! 😊
Well, he has a huge heart for his dog and cat, but for the pigs, chickens and cows whose bodies and bodily fluids he eats (and sheep and geese whose fur and feathers he wears), not so much. #govegan
@@rainedyani8505 yup so true and so what? You want to be vegan and mutilate plants and roots and seeds and crunch on them till they crack and crunch in your teeth, have at it bubba, enjoy your journey and leave everyone else alone that chooses to eat something different than you!!
@@rainedyani8505 Vegans need to learn to stop being pushy with their beliefs. Nobody is shoving a steak down your throat man, chillax a little and enjoy the video!
You need to build a small box to run that generator so it stays warmer when it runs otherwise the oil breather will,plug up. Also they have a low oil shutdown so when the oil is thick when it is cold it will for a few seconds and then shut down. I run synthetic oil in ours.
I enjoy watching your videos. Couple reminders. Put away your garbage cans and secure any food so bears won't smell it. Their sense of smell is as good if not better than a dog's. Don't let your kitty out of site. Maybe invest in a small propane fridge or freezer for the cabin. And last, but not least, thank you for your service.. Adding this: I watched a video that detailed easy underground storage for root vegies, using straw and a metal garbage can. You might research this and consider some root veggies for over wintering
Add to your Costco/town list: snow shovels, warm coat & booties for pets, time for a skidoo. Build insulated boxes for your generators. Put survival gear in truck if you don’t already have it there. Consider bracing for the tent as snow loads get heavier you don’t want that thing collapsing. That’s enough of me putting my two cents in. I enjoy your channel. Stay safe.
Hey, seriously you got a lot of widow makers. Before it snows get rid of the trees leaning on others so they don't fall on you, it happens with branches too....@@GettinOffGrid
You are weird ass hell does that mean I'm weird too for watching your videos you really shouldn't joke around about losing your toes they might get cut off by the way your swinging that axe when your splitting that would and one thing for sure if your heating with wood you need to learn how to sharpen your chain saw your self because I saw you run the chain in the dirt you nerd.Lol
Hi. I'm from the northen of Sweden. We also have very long and hard winters. My best advice is to make sure you can stay warm. It gets very, very cold when it gets down to -20 to -25° Celsius... And make sure you have food when the snow comes if you can't go into town. I wish you all the best. 😊😊 (Hope you understand my English).
I feel so much better about you being prepared for winter. There is still stuff to get done but you will be warm, have food, and be happy. Your animals will sleep comfortably and be out of the cold. I enjoy your beautiful singing voice and I bet the bears and moose will be singing by the campfire with you. Just one suggestion for now and it is about safety. Keep your eye on the stove's chimney for creosote in the chimney. Get a metal brush to run it up and down the pipe to clean the buildup out, and buy a fire extinguisher just in case. Steep easier my friend you have created a nice home.
39:52 I appreciate your boldness in trying to do this with no experience. I have heated multiple homes with wood and I want you to know that you can never have enough wood on hand. Every moment you're not working on your cabin, it would be a good idea to collect as much wood as you possibly can. You will be happy you did. Also, you might want to think about putting your flu through the wall and not through the roof. Much less chance of any leakage. Good luck to you, I wish you all the best.
I’m only a kid but I have been using a chainsaw for a couple of years now and I have watched my dad and one of the things I have learned is that when you are cutting big logs don’t use the end of the bar to cut them it can put more stress on the engine Love the videos mate love what you are doing From Australia NSW
A door opening out is more difficult for bad guys breaking in. It needs to be insulated! Nice job despite the excessive silliness! (I'm an old guy.) You will need 3 to 4 full cords of wood minimum for the winter. 1 cord : 4ft.wide x 4 ft. tall x 8 ft. long. It's a long, cold winter and you have to be prepared or you won't make it through. Insulate and ventilate! Nice going so far young fella!
Not only is it more difficult to get through. When it opens out, it also automatically seals better when the wind I blowing on it, and pressing it onto to the door seal (I think that’s what it’s called in English. Correct me if I’m wrong)
A door opening out somewhere it snows heavily is not recommended. You could get stuck inside your cabin after a heavy snowfall. Swinging in is the way to go for northern houses.
Interesting. That is something i didn't think of. We were concerned about getting out fast incase of fire. Necer thought about packed snow though. Smart thinking.@juliannea5180
Love the longer video and your attitude is amazing. Watching you evolve and problem solving is great. Your building skills are getting better too. Excited to see what comes week to week great video
Between my husband and I we have over 50 years of USDA Forest Service experience. We know living in the wilderness. The unexpected can be deadly. The only way to avoid the unexpected is to plan for everything. You'll do fine! You've got lots of good suggestions in the comments. A chainsaw file the right size for your chain will indeed save you lots of money! They make some great ones nowadays for newbys. Love your humor and appreciate your intestinal fortitude to take on Alaska! Your intro on this one had us both laughing out loud. Thanks so much!
Simple Living Alaska said that generators especially Hondas need to breathe but be in an insulated box. Watch their videos - theyve got a couple just generators- full of useful information for you I think.. Plus as someone else has said 2 is 1 and 1 is none. Good luck! Look how far youve come on the journey of your dream!
I hope you also have winter gear for Gracie and Saoirse. Being from FL they are NOT acclimated to Alaska winter. They both need warm coats and possibly boots. Keep up the great work. You ARE funny. Don't ever give up on comedy. It's lifesaving. ❤
I really like this channel. I like to think you're figuring things out the same way I would. The same way I would if I had the courage to get out there and do it. Next time get more than 2 boxes of your breakfast bars. You could get snowed in for long periods.
So happy to see you and your fur babies Sean Paul, more so to see you stocking up on food and wood. You take care out there. Oh and it was really cool to see that moose, I hope your trail camera gets lots of good shots. ❤️ from Scotland 🏴🌸
Loved this episode. I have to say you're our favorite you-tuber and we look forward to watching your episodes every week. Just wanted to say that you may want to take your screen tent down before the snow flies, it will most likely collapse with the snow load if left up over the winter. Keep up the good work and give Gracie and Saoirse a big hug for us.
Always happy to see your videos, we are all behind you. I hope Gracy is fine. Don t forget air circulation under the roof, redo the door hinges as suggested by many followers and time for insulation. See you soon.
Glad ya rolled the rounds you bucked up closer to the porch. Always split next to the stacks. *Once you have the door settled, put a couple boards upright on each side of it. So you can stack lots of firewood, floor to roof
Шон, привет из России! Спасибо за твои видео, они поднимают настроение. Надеюсь у тебя всё хорошо. Позволь пару советов/комментариев: 1) Да, первое правило жизни в таких удалённых местах - разумное дублирование систем жизнеобеспечения. Всё что касается обогрева/топлива, электрогенератора, инструментов. И конечно запасов еды (лучше хранить двойной запас в разных местах). Представь что ты на космической станции - там всё дублируется дважды, а то и трижды; 2) Открывание двери внутрь - не самое лучшее решение с точки зрения безопасности. Но ты уже ее сделал (и сделал довольно не плохо, как для первого раза). Поэтому есть решение без переделок и с дополнительным плюсом по сбережению тепла. Сделай вторую дверь в коробе, с небольшим промежутком от первой. Она должна открываться наружу. Воздушная прослойка между ними значительно сократит теплопотери; 3) Термобелье и хорошая зимняя одежда - твои лучшие друзья на следующие несколько месяцев, выбери их правильно; 4) Купи широкую лопату для снега - очень скоро она тебе точно понадобится. Всех благ, береги себя!
Greetings from Rio de Janeiro🎉 😊 Here in Brazil we have a saying that says "if you only have one then you don't have any". Having a spare set of equipment for heavy equipment needed on a daily basis is always a good plan to avoid Murphy's law...
Sean, I love your videos! The bond you gave with your fur babies is awesome. I'm a 65 yr old Mimi. You are living my dream! My boys and I love bushcrafting to test our abilities. Growing up, my Daddy always said we would go to Alaska someday. Sadly, we never made it. The feelings you have, I also experience. I've noticed when it rains for several days, you get down. Get some Vitamin D. Seasonal depression is a real thing. Winter is the worse. D will help. I'm so proud of you and what your doing!! Keep it!!! Good job!!!
Great to see that you got so much accomplished this video! Keep up the great work! My son's name is Sean too, so for that reason I think I was really drawn to you and your videos. And yessss please get Gracie a winter coat and some booties, you gotta make sure that your fur babies are well taken care of for the cold weather ahead too! And don't ever stop dancin! Love the videos...keep em comin! ❤❤❤
The Honda carb also has an idle jet. It is a plastic insert located under a large plastic screw. Remove the screw and the jet, ensure the jet holes are clear. There are also teeny tiny passages that exit on the engine side of the carb from this idle jet, get some very fine wire to clean these. I'm not a pro, but it's always these parts that clog and cause mine not to idle properly or to hunt/surge.
Tip from someone who has been around chainsaws most of their life: If you're buying something for the saw, bring the saw to the store with you! Has saved me many a time from what the book says vs what my saw actually takes! Edit: Also, get a sharpener. Chains will last you years if you care for them properly. Edit 2: Run SeaFoam, or one of its competitors, through your small engines (e.g. Generator, Quad) every so often to help clean the systems. Stuff works wonders.
I've been watching your video's for a while now. I just subscribed because you are by far the most enjoyable "off grid" "homesteader" site that I watch. Your always upbeat attitude makes my day better. I hope your as positive about life off cam as you are on cam. There's nothing you can't do as you are.
Thanks Philip, that means a lot! I was voted “most optimistic” for my 8th grade yearbook superlative if that tells you anything about me off camera haha. Glad to have you on board! 🤘🏼
Sean Paul, I'm so glad you havea backup generator. You are doing great, I'm proud of you. Don't u forget to get a coat for Gracie and booties. The freezing temperatures are going to be too extreme for her and Soarsie. I hope you have long johns and winter thick pants as well. I've been living in Florida for over 30 years, but also lived in Boston for many years so i know about cold. But Alaska is way more cold. Always keep in mind that the neighbors are there to lend you a hand, don't feel bad asking for help if you need to. Take care and thank you for another awesome video.
Since there’s a lot of sun up there, get a Jacari back up battery and solar panels. It’ll charge your phone and couple other things. Be nice to have as another type of back up.❤ and you can ask them if you can do a commercial for Jacari.
I'm sure you've heard this from a bunch of people, but it looks like you're using a chopping axe that’s more for brush clearing, chopping down trees and smaller wood. You’ll want a splitting axe instead they're heavier and thicker, which will help prevent it from getting stuck as often. Using the right tool for the job will make a big difference. You should also get a chain sharpener for your saw it’s a big help. I have three chains that I’ll sharpen twice before bringing them to a small shop in town where they have a machine to sharpen them for me. Keep up the good work NERD
@@TateMurphyYT hard to beat a good maul for splitting. I’ve fallen in love with the Stihl maul. Used many types in my 63 years and nothing has matched it. I can split wood faster than my friends gas powered log splitter. Bugger is sweet.
Love it 😃 and seems fitting. In many Native American and First Nations traditions, the moose is considered a symbol of strength, resilience, and adaptability. It is often associated with wisdom, nobility, and the ability to navigate through life's challenges with grace.
Sean Paul if you have pulled out of your homestead until spring ,that is fine. A safe Sean Paul is what we need. It would be really nice to have an update. Just knowing you are doing well and our furry friends are well.
Big enough tree stump + big enough used tire. Put your log inside the tire and go town with it! The pieces won't fall, so no adjusting needed. And it's safe too!
Dear Sean, my wife and I genuinely enjoy your channel. We haven't missed a single episode. Your energy and attitude is exactly what this world needs. You are a huge encouragement and role model. Don't ever change. Your furr babies are beautiful as well. Gracey has a natural winter camo look so be careful not to lose her lol. Anyways, I hope you have a wonderful week, stay safe and we look forward to your future.
Hey bud. Love the videos, it’s a far cry from where I am here in the Uk. One thing I’d say on the door is you’ll want to add a diagonal brace (bottom edge to the hinge side) to stop the whole lot sagging and dragging on the floor. Already looking forward to the next instalment man. Take it easy Aaron
I spent a good chunk of my childhood in Alaska and between the camping, fishing ,hunting we were seldom indoors it'seems! I remember the cold very well and from October to April, Long Johns were my best friend, lol. Years later the USN sent me to Iceland and I fell in love with Long Johns all over again. Make sure you have several sets! I always wanted to do what you are doing but life got in the way and now I am 66 and currently living in the UK. I am rapidly losing my mobility so the dream isn't going to happen for me. I love watching you live your dream.
You're going to need a pile of wood as big as your cabin and tent combined to get through an Alaskan winter, before it is winter. You aren't going to be getting more in the middle of winter at well below zero.
Hi! I watch many cabin guys on youtube and there's this guy called Jay Legere who also has a honda generator. I remember him having problems with the generator and after searching it up he started to tilt the generator on its side before starting it and it helps with the oil or gas or something and helps it to start everytime on 1 pull.
I think you need to add another hinge to your door. My doors all have 3 hinges. With the weight of your door, I would be worried about the hinges failing. Looks great though.
Hello dont sell yourself short, you are doing and learning something new each day. Have fun and enjoy the journey. Hug your buddys each day and the cat and dog will be your long last friends for ever. Take care and be safe.
Put a BIG GREEN (Bright green) overall for you dog she is a Dalmation more spots vanish in winter..... its snow and colors matter in winter. The Roofing Ribs have curved holes.. if you move in right now and heat up the place.. that heat will go out the roofing holes.. so foam e'm or use spary foam in them.. plus no bugs, flies and spiders keep crawling in.
If you put a heavy duty vertical brace at the front on each side of the door, you could stack firewood to the roof. Don't let it fall across your doorway and freeze in your walking path.
Awesome! You accomplished so much this past week and it’s starting to pay off. Can’t wait to see what you are up to this week. Keep moving forward… you are winning at this!!
It might be good to have a spare of all your essential items when you can afford it. Replacement parts on hand is a decent back up plan for now. Also think about how the old-timers did all this without motors, electronics and so on. You might need to know. Shawn James has some "old-timer" style tools. You might be slower with them but you can still get the job done. Don't forget repair kits, e.g. Spare Spark Plugs, sewing kits and thread, buttons, zips, and learn how to replace them because it helps to keep the cold out. Balaklava is the word you were searching for.
@@serenepeacefulrelaxingmusi3874 a good set of old school hand tools is a fantastic suggestion. I have both in my collection and I found I use my old school tools way more than my modern electric or air tools. Way cheaper to run.
Watching your great videos from the west coast in central Florida. Remember to get a jacket for Gracie next time you go to the store. Your attitude is amazing, that's probably because you have the best company in the world, Gracie and Soirse. Stay safe, warm and God bless.
I have heard that in Alaska you have the doors open outwards so that a bear can't push it open. You also need a window ( at least a peep hole) in it so you can check for bears, etc before opening the door.
You are going to want to use the silver stuff you used in your floor and sandwich it with more wood. Also pro tip for the chainsaw always clean it after using it just like you clean your gun after firing it.
Pleased for you solving the generator problem - perhaps it was part of the learning curve, and allowing you to get the all important supplies for winter. The really helpful need was a second generator as a backup. I am really enjoying this journey with you and your amazing pets too!
Sean Paul, what great success this week! So many great suggestions in the comments, too. One thing to mention is some good ol’ fashioned long John’s!! Plus some hardy overalls, and some good winter boots. Those are some good things to have. If I see any at Costco I will let you know. Glad you stocked up on essentials for the next little while. Happy to see your fur babies are enjoying the off grid life as well. We always look forward to your continued success out in the off grid wilderness. Stay safe and see you next video.
I have been watching since episode 1. Your channel by far is the most refreshing channel I have watched. I look forward to your videos every week! Keep up the great work!
Your humor is refreshing. With so much staged content on TH-cam, your videos are literally are a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for posting.
You should get you a little freight sled to pull stuff around when it snows I found it very valuable
Love your videos! Take a trip into town and buy 6 months of food in case you get stuck for a while. Rice, pasta, oatmeal, coffee, sugar, salt, seasonings, cooking oil, canned goods and pet food. You will eat more in the cold so buy enough servings for at least 2 people. Also, make sure your stocking up on water and keep it inside before it freezes. Your doing a great job!
Very good advice! And get some long underwear and warm boots!
I really like the guy , but I don't think he realises how close he is to freeze up and the fact he could get stuck there for a couple of weeks, the support of the channel is nice but is giving him a false sense of security.. wishing him a the luck though .
you missed lentils, beans, and spices, dried vegetables for flavourings. and ghee/ clarified butter. you can make a lot of delicious soup/dahls with lentils and it's protein. you will lose muscle without it. or dried meat if preferred, or both.
Yes & extra spark plugs 😅
Can we get more videos per week?❤ Please ❤
As everyone else has stated, we love and miss you! I truly hope/ pray all is well, safe and secure. I miss seeing you, Gracie and Saoirse. Stay warm
Very excited for when he's finally able to move into the little cabin. Also, who else is excited to be part of the Silly Goose Collective!
We are all nerds 😂
In the door, take hinge off and chisel out the area it covers to the depth of the hinge plate. It will sit flush, and not bind, the door will shut better.
@@patrickjudd4575 thanks Patrick! Putting that on the to do list 🫡
@@GettinOffGrid Hey bud some shims between your wall and the double 2x4's that holds your door would keep them from flexing and eventually causing hinge issues especially with the weight of the door. Hope that makes sense. You're doing awesome man.
Also you may want to make that an outswing door. For bear safety 🐻
@@yoti-fabyes, but he will also need a roof overhang, to prevent a snow buildup at the door.
@@sandrad2506 🤣🤣🤣
Also buy a sharpener for your chain. It’ll save you hundreds of dollars in the long run
Everybody puts a chain on backwards once. Everybody!!! And yes learn to sharpen chains. I can do them blind folded now, but it certainly wasn't something I learned a day or two
@@canamrider7195 lol im laughing hard when he know hi is putting it backward.. 🤣🤣🤣
@@canamrider7195 I'm 61 years old and I've done it more than once.. in too much of a hurry to pay attention trying to get job done and my impatience just took me longer..... LOL
@@sharongypsydove6080 Same here, multiple times. It's when you do so, it don't cut and you go buy a new chain and mount that backward too that there is a problem. Live, make mistakes and learn is a part of life.
sharpener? Just buy a file, its so easy too sharpen
Good thinking with the backup generator. There is a saying that off-gridders often use, "Two is one, one is none." Always have a backup ready for all your necessities, such as your sleeping bag, coats etcetera.
@@DanB-ei8br thanks Dan! I’m borrowing that quote! Thanks for sharing 🤘🏼
here is another one ... " Good wood warms you twice ". When you cut it and when you burn it xD
@@GettinOffGrid Hi Sean! SNOW TIRES would help you driving in the snow & ice A LOT, if you can, definitely do it!! Another great episode of Gett'in Off Grid!! 😊
@@rougefox9233 I agree. Bought snow tires for the first time 3 years ago. I live in the snowbelt, so not sure why it took me a lifetime to figure that out. GAME CHANGER!
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Add an angle brace on the door. It will sag without it. Also the boards will shrink and the boards will gap. When it gaps hammer cordage into the gaps to reseal it to block air.
@@jeffreyolp4198 I didn’t know the angle board was so important! Thanks Jeffrey 🤘🏼
Very good advice. And add a weather strip at bottom to keep rain etc outside off that floor. Paint your subfloor with a oil based primer to slow moisture damage..not water based primer it'll swell wood. Or a oil based deck sealer works great too.
@@GettinOffGrid also, make sure that angle brace is oriented from the top outside to the bottom hinge. So, when looking at your door from inside the cabin, the brace will start at the top left and angle down to the bottom right. Very important !
I subscribe to prolly 30 homesteader channels, but you, my dear sir, are my absolute favorite! I mean it...when I see there's a new vid out, I'm like a kid in a candy store! I get so excited! I just started watching this one, but I just had to let you know how happy this makes me. I get all settled in, my phone is off, cuz I'm gonna watch my comedian friend and his furbabies for the next few however long it is. Thank you for enlightening my life with your silliness...I love a good 'ol belly laugh. Thank you for just being you. Yay!!
I'm such a nerd!! 😂😂😂
Get a room
This guy and wild homestead are my favs
@@yoti-fab wild homestead is also my favorite, surviving ringworm is also funny.
Remember that wolves and coyotes take dogs and cats in Alaska all the time. I don't want to be morbid, I want you to keep your sweet pets. If you continue to let them roam free, you will lose both of them. Put up fencing to keep them within a yard, that will help massively.
As a costco employee I truly appreciate your appreciation of the mastery of your tetris skills.
Cant wait to see all of the progress you have made! We as a family look forward to see you and your adventures with your fur babies. ❤❤❤
You are epic. EPIC. Your highs n lows, drive & lethargy, humour and heartbreak are far, far more real than most TH-camrs who need to be “stoically accurate n awesome” at all times. Dull. You’re real. You’re relatable, you’re fucking hilarious and also so vulnerable I wanna hug u n cook for you and I’m a happily married lesbian and complete stranger in another hemisphere. You are exactly what the world needs more of.
I was doubting myself today and then I saw this. Thanks for making my day, Carolyn 🤘🏼
Balaclava = is a full face ‘hat’. Baklava = Mediterranean dessert with honey, phyllo pastry etc. and as the sign by my grandmothers stove used to say. He who cuts his own wood, is twice warmed. Little cabin is looking great. Next up some insulation!
I knew he meant Balacava but I still couldn't stop laughing lol🤣 I do love Baklava though❤
The balaclava is named after a battle during the crimean war in1854
Baklava is THE best!!!! 😂
To help with cleaning your chainsaw, get a cheap, stiff bristle paint brush, it will help get all the sawdust out of all the crevices easier.
My partner and I use to watch Cabin builds and outdoor living videos with a plan to do something but unfortunately it will not happen. He passed away this past summer. Watching your videos has been a fresh happy feeling as he was much like you. Thank you for being funny and adventurous. I needed a smile and it’s been a pleasure watching you. I wish you the best.
@@RobertMcGlohon Oh Robert…I’m so sorry. I feel so honored to have your love and appreciation. It fills my heart hearing that I remind you of him. If you don’t mind me asking, what was his name? Thanks for sharing such a vulnerable piece of your life today, I wish you the best as well 🙏🏼
@@GettinOffGrid His name is Maris. He had an interest in Native American culture even though he was born in Latvia and was adopted by an American couple. We both shared an interest in someday building a cabin in our North Carolina mountains. He was only 31 and passed away in July.
@@RobertMcGlohon The North Carolina mountains are one of my favorite places in the world. Breathtaking and beautiful. I hope you still take the opportunity to go one day, at your own pace. I’ll keep you and Maris in my thoughts, take it easy friend ❤️
@RobertMcGlohon I also lost my husband to a stroke six months before he was going to stop working. We were getting ready to buy a Class C RV and travel until we were bored. Six months after he passed and on his 50th birthday I began our dream. He's with me in my heart and always will be. Keep going Robert.
Thank you. Maris would have been 32 next Tuesday. Been rough going lately. We traveled to the mountains often as it was our place. Even though there was an age difference we had the same spirit. Watching Sean Paul has been an uplift and makes me smile. Maris was so much like him, adventurous , wanting to do it even though never having built anything and very funny.
I'm a 66 year old Australian and I really look forward to your videos, very entertaining!
Ditto!
53yr old Australian and I do too 😊.
53yr old Australian and I do too!
Nice to see some fellow Aussies here 👩🌾👏
Hi everyone, 61 year old Aussie here...
I watch wild homestead too...
He's Gunna get eaten by a bear one day....
SP Very Proud of You
You put a Smile on my Face
I suffer from Depression
Need a laugh every once in
A while. I appreciate U
Ginger L USA ALABAMA ❤️🙏💖
Hey man, I’d suggest getting some food storage (dehydrated food, MREs for example) just in case you’re stuck there for an extended period of time due to the weather.
make sure you’re not putting the chain on backwards. it’ll “cut” like that, if you do. the stihl 2 in 1 sharpener is a super easy learn and to use, even for a novice. a vice makes it even easier.
I can't express how much you crack me up!! Thank God you were born and grew up to be a funny guy with a huge heart for animals...ooh and have an adventureous spirit to! 😊
Well, he has a huge heart for his dog and cat, but for the pigs, chickens and cows whose bodies and bodily fluids he eats (and sheep and geese whose fur and feathers he wears), not so much. #govegan
@@rainedyani8505 give him time to settle in, he might raise one or 2 lol
@@rainedyani8505 yup so true and so what? You want to be vegan and mutilate plants and roots and seeds and crunch on them till they crack and crunch in your teeth, have at it bubba, enjoy your journey and leave everyone else alone that chooses to eat something different than you!!
@@rainedyani8505 Vegans need to learn to stop being pushy with their beliefs. Nobody is shoving a steak down your throat man, chillax a little and enjoy the video!
You need to build a small box to run that generator so it stays warmer when it runs otherwise the oil breather will,plug up. Also they have a low oil shutdown so when the oil is thick when it is cold it will for a few seconds and then shut down. I run synthetic oil in ours.
Today is Veterans Day. I want to thank you for your service to protect our freedoms in Americans 🇺🇸❤️SC
I enjoy watching your videos. Couple reminders. Put away your garbage cans and secure any food so bears won't smell it. Their sense of smell is as good if not better than a dog's. Don't let your kitty out of site. Maybe invest in a small propane fridge or freezer for the cabin. And last, but not least, thank you for your service..
Adding this: I watched a video that detailed easy underground storage for root vegies, using straw and a metal garbage can. You might research this and consider some root veggies for over wintering
Add to your Costco/town list: snow shovels, warm coat & booties for pets, time for a skidoo. Build insulated boxes for your generators. Put survival gear in truck if you don’t already have it there. Consider bracing for the tent as snow loads get heavier you don’t want that thing collapsing. That’s enough of me putting my two cents in. I enjoy your channel. Stay safe.
I am not the Bestman but I am his wife and I want you to know I love you and your furbabies and your videos. Please keep them coming our way.
@@Bestman59 I’m not Sean Paul but I am his dog. Woof.
@@GettinOffGrid I did not want a man telling you how much he loved you.
Hey, seriously you got a lot of widow makers. Before it snows get rid of the trees leaning on others so they don't fall on you, it happens with branches too....@@GettinOffGrid
You are weird ass hell does that mean I'm weird too for watching your videos you really shouldn't joke around about losing your toes they might get cut off by the way your swinging that axe when your splitting that would and one thing for sure if your heating with wood you need to learn how to sharpen your chain saw your self because I saw you run the chain in the dirt you nerd.Lol
😂😂😂😂😂😂@@GettinOffGrid
You will have to forgive me for barging in I was so excited to see your video was up. I promise to knock on the new door next time. 😆
Or just ring the door bell!
Or just ring the door bell!
😜 perfect reply!
😜 perfect reply 😂
Not me. I'm barging right in like always.
Hi. I'm from the northen of Sweden. We also have very long and hard winters. My best advice is to make sure you can stay warm. It gets very, very cold when it gets down to -20 to -25° Celsius... And make sure you have food when the snow comes if you can't go into town. I wish you all the best. 😊😊 (Hope you understand my English).
You have good English
Looks great! Time to get insulation, spray foam/caulking!! Great you prepared but make sure you get some solid winter boots and snow pants!!!
Yup all the above..😊❤😊
I feel so much better about you being prepared for winter. There is still stuff to get done but you will be warm, have food, and be happy. Your animals will sleep comfortably and be out of the cold. I enjoy your beautiful singing voice and I bet the bears and moose will be singing by the campfire with you. Just one suggestion for now and it is about safety. Keep your eye on the stove's chimney for creosote in the chimney. Get a metal brush to run it up and down the pipe to clean the buildup out, and buy a fire extinguisher just in case. Steep easier my friend you have created a nice home.
Your channel is my current favorite. And I watch a lot of TH-cam.
Same!!! I am an avid youtube watcher and this is by far the best one :)
Def remember to fill in all cracks with silicon and or foam. You got a lot of cracks for bugs or even mice to still get in.
39:52 I appreciate your boldness in trying to do this with no experience. I have heated multiple homes with wood and I want you to know that you can never have enough wood on hand. Every moment you're not working on your cabin, it would be a good idea to collect as much wood as you possibly can. You will be happy you did.
Also, you might want to think about putting your flu through the wall and not through the roof. Much less chance of any leakage.
Good luck to you, I wish you all the best.
You should keep 2-4 spark plugs on you at all times. The plugs in those small generators are constantly getting fouled up
I’m only a kid but I have been using a chainsaw for a couple of years now and I have watched my dad and one of the things I have learned is that when you are cutting big logs don’t use the end of the bar to cut them it can put more stress on the engine
Love the videos mate love what you are doing
From Australia NSW
Yes I learned that too…cut close to the engine every time 👩🌾
This is good advice. Use the dogs against the tree and they act as a fulcrum increasing leverage and cut speed.
Hey man... Are you gathering your own fire wood or buying it.. cause if you're gathering you've got to get much more before the snow piles up.
A door opening out is more difficult for bad guys breaking in. It needs to be insulated! Nice job despite the excessive silliness! (I'm an old guy.) You will need 3 to 4 full cords of wood minimum for the winter. 1 cord : 4ft.wide x 4 ft. tall x 8 ft. long. It's a long, cold winter and you have to be prepared or you won't make it through. Insulate and ventilate! Nice going so far young fella!
Not only is it more difficult to get through. When it opens out, it also automatically seals better when the wind I blowing on it, and pressing it onto to the door seal (I think that’s what it’s called in English. Correct me if I’m wrong)
A door opening out somewhere it snows heavily is not recommended. You could get stuck inside your cabin after a heavy snowfall. Swinging in is the way to go for northern houses.
Interesting. That is something i didn't think of. We were concerned about getting out fast incase of fire. Necer thought about packed snow though. Smart thinking.@juliannea5180
Love the longer video and your attitude is amazing. Watching you evolve and problem solving is great. Your building skills are getting better too. Excited to see what comes week to week great video
Between my husband and I we have over 50 years of USDA Forest Service experience. We know living in the wilderness. The unexpected can be deadly. The only way to avoid the unexpected is to plan for everything. You'll do fine! You've got lots of good suggestions in the comments. A chainsaw file the right size for your chain will indeed save you lots of money! They make some great ones nowadays for newbys. Love your humor and appreciate your intestinal fortitude to take on Alaska! Your intro on this one had us both laughing out loud. Thanks so much!
you need some little snow booties for your doggo and cat as they ain't used to such coldness from the snow on there paws
Sean Paul is such a silly goose. Keep it up :)
Simple Living Alaska said that generators especially Hondas need to breathe but be in an insulated box. Watch their videos - theyve got a couple just generators- full of useful information for you I think..
Plus as someone else has said 2 is 1 and 1 is none. Good luck!
Look how far youve come on the journey of your dream!
I hope you also have winter gear for Gracie and Saoirse. Being from FL they are NOT acclimated to Alaska winter. They both need warm coats and possibly boots. Keep up the great work. You ARE funny. Don't ever give up on comedy. It's lifesaving. ❤
I really like this channel. I like to think you're figuring things out the same way I would. The same way I would if I had the courage to get out there and do it. Next time get more than 2 boxes of your breakfast bars. You could get snowed in for long periods.
So happy to see you and your fur babies Sean Paul, more so to see you stocking up on food and wood. You take care out there. Oh and it was really cool to see that moose, I hope your trail camera gets lots of good shots. ❤️ from Scotland 🏴🌸
Loved this episode. I have to say you're our favorite you-tuber and we look forward to watching your episodes every week. Just wanted to say that you may want to take your screen tent down before the snow flies, it will most likely collapse with the snow load if left up over the winter. Keep up the good work and give Gracie and Saoirse a big hug for us.
Always happy to see your videos, we are all behind you. I hope Gracy is fine. Don t forget air circulation under the roof, redo the door hinges as suggested by many followers and time for insulation. See you soon.
are you ok? haven’t heard from you in a while ❤
Glad ya rolled the rounds you bucked up closer to the porch. Always split next to the stacks. *Once you have the door settled, put a couple boards upright on each side of it. So you can stack lots of firewood, floor to roof
That is a really good idea! I hope he sees it
Please DIG fir an outhouse before freeze up...😊❤😊
@@Mewsielynx he has already built one a few weeks ago
Шон, привет из России! Спасибо за твои видео, они поднимают настроение. Надеюсь у тебя всё хорошо.
Позволь пару советов/комментариев:
1) Да, первое правило жизни в таких удалённых местах - разумное дублирование систем жизнеобеспечения. Всё что касается обогрева/топлива, электрогенератора, инструментов. И конечно запасов еды (лучше хранить двойной запас в разных местах). Представь что ты на космической станции - там всё дублируется дважды, а то и трижды;
2) Открывание двери внутрь - не самое лучшее решение с точки зрения безопасности. Но ты уже ее сделал (и сделал довольно не плохо, как для первого раза). Поэтому есть решение без переделок и с дополнительным плюсом по сбережению тепла. Сделай вторую дверь в коробе, с небольшим промежутком от первой. Она должна открываться наружу. Воздушная прослойка между ними значительно сократит теплопотери;
3) Термобелье и хорошая зимняя одежда - твои лучшие друзья на следующие несколько месяцев, выбери их правильно;
4) Купи широкую лопату для снега - очень скоро она тебе точно понадобится.
Всех благ, береги себя!
Greetings from Rio de Janeiro🎉 😊 Here in Brazil we have a saying that says "if you only have one then you don't have any".
Having a spare set of equipment for heavy equipment needed on a daily basis is always a good plan to avoid Murphy's law...
My Sunday evening zen.. Watching you since the beginning with your new found life & freedom.. Thank you for inviting us in to your life..
Sean, I love your videos! The bond you gave with your fur babies is awesome. I'm a 65 yr old Mimi. You are living my dream! My boys and I love bushcrafting to test our abilities. Growing up, my Daddy always said we would go to Alaska someday. Sadly, we never made it.
The feelings you have, I also experience. I've noticed when it rains for several days, you get down. Get some Vitamin D. Seasonal depression is a real thing. Winter is the worse. D will help.
I'm so proud of you and what your doing!!
Keep it!!! Good job!!!
Great to see that you got so much accomplished this video! Keep up the great work!
My son's name is Sean too, so for that reason I think I was really drawn to you and your videos.
And yessss please get Gracie a winter coat and some booties, you gotta make sure that your fur babies are well taken care of for the cold weather ahead too!
And don't ever stop dancin!
Love the videos...keep em comin! ❤❤❤
The Honda carb also has an idle jet. It is a plastic insert located under a large plastic screw. Remove the screw and the jet, ensure the jet holes are clear.
There are also teeny tiny passages that exit on the engine side of the carb from this idle jet, get some very fine wire to clean these.
I'm not a pro, but it's always these parts that clog and cause mine not to idle properly or to hunt/surge.
Always have a backup for the backup. Another set of blankets, another set of sleeping bags. Another set of socks, another set of coats.
I’m getting used to seeing Sean Paul’s update late on Sundays now n nice way to wind down the weekend! 😊
Sean Paul does it again. Really loving these just tuning in now.
You, Jenna Phipps, and Tia Weston are amongst my top building TH-camrs to watch when a video is uploaded.
Same!
Tip from someone who has been around chainsaws most of their life: If you're buying something for the saw, bring the saw to the store with you! Has saved me many a time from what the book says vs what my saw actually takes! Edit: Also, get a sharpener. Chains will last you years if you care for them properly. Edit 2: Run SeaFoam, or one of its competitors, through your small engines (e.g. Generator, Quad) every so often to help clean the systems. Stuff works wonders.
I've been watching your video's for a while now. I just subscribed because you are by far the most enjoyable "off grid" "homesteader" site that I watch. Your always upbeat attitude makes my day better. I hope your as positive about life off cam as you are on cam. There's nothing you can't do as you are.
Thanks Philip, that means a lot! I was voted “most optimistic” for my 8th grade yearbook superlative if that tells you anything about me off camera haha. Glad to have you on board! 🤘🏼
Sean Paul, I'm so glad you havea backup generator. You are doing great, I'm proud of you. Don't u forget to get a coat for Gracie and booties. The freezing temperatures are going to be too extreme for her and Soarsie. I hope you have long johns and winter thick pants as well. I've been living in Florida for over 30 years, but also lived in Boston for many years so i know about cold. But Alaska is way more cold. Always keep in mind that the neighbors are there to lend you a hand, don't feel bad asking for help if you need to. Take care and thank you for another awesome video.
Great entertainment bud, appreciate the effort you put in.
Sean Paul you crack me up! Your personality is UNMATCHED…. and so are your dance moves 🕺
Glad you got some supplies.
Since there’s a lot of sun up there, get a Jacari back up battery and solar panels. It’ll charge your phone and couple other things. Be nice to have as another type of back up.❤ and you can ask them if you can do a commercial for Jacari.
I'm sure you've heard this from a bunch of people, but it looks like you're using a chopping axe that’s more for brush clearing, chopping down trees and smaller wood. You’ll want a splitting axe instead they're heavier and thicker, which will help prevent it from getting stuck as often. Using the right tool for the job will make a big difference. You should also get a chain sharpener for your saw it’s a big help. I have three chains that I’ll sharpen twice before bringing them to a small shop in town where they have a machine to sharpen them for me. Keep up the good work NERD
@@TateMurphyYT hard to beat a good maul for splitting. I’ve fallen in love with the Stihl maul. Used many types in my 63 years and nothing has matched it. I can split wood faster than my friends gas powered log splitter. Bugger is sweet.
Love it 😃 and seems fitting. In many Native American and First Nations traditions, the moose is considered a symbol of strength, resilience, and adaptability. It is often associated with wisdom, nobility, and the ability to navigate through life's challenges with grace.
Sean Paul if you have pulled out of your homestead until spring ,that is fine. A safe Sean Paul is what we need.
It would be really nice to have an update. Just knowing you are doing well and our furry friends are well.
Big enough tree stump + big enough used tire. Put your log inside the tire and go town with it! The pieces won't fall, so no adjusting needed. And it's safe too!
Dear Sean, my wife and I genuinely enjoy your channel. We haven't missed a single episode. Your energy and attitude is exactly what this world needs. You are a huge encouragement and role model. Don't ever change. Your furr babies are beautiful as well. Gracey has a natural winter camo look so be careful not to lose her lol. Anyways, I hope you have a wonderful week, stay safe and we look forward to your future.
I am hooked on your videos!I can not wait for your next one and how your tiny house will turn out.
Good to see you back. Snow's coming!!!
Hi Sean Paul! Your going to be all settled in soon. Congrats! Beautiful views! Have fun and enjoy! Hope you have a good week.
Clean your stove pipe/chimney-
Food shelter ,fuel for heat( wood and propane)
Cast iron Dutch oven to cook some stews might be a thought
Ya doing good
Hey bud. Love the videos, it’s a far cry from where I am here in the Uk.
One thing I’d say on the door is you’ll want to add a diagonal brace (bottom edge to the hinge side) to stop the whole lot sagging and dragging on the floor.
Already looking forward to the next instalment man.
Take it easy
Aaron
You are hilarious. Love your spirit and attitude. Congrats on the progress you are making. Stay warm and safe. 🙏🏾
I spent a good chunk of my childhood in Alaska and between the camping, fishing ,hunting we were seldom indoors it'seems! I remember the cold very well and from October to April, Long Johns were my best friend, lol. Years later the USN sent me to Iceland and I fell in love with Long Johns all over again. Make sure you have several sets! I always wanted to do what you are doing but life got in the way and now I am 66 and currently living in the UK. I am rapidly losing my mobility so the dream isn't going to happen for me. I love watching you live your dream.
You're going to need a pile of wood as big as your cabin and tent combined to get through an Alaskan winter, before it is winter. You aren't going to be getting more in the middle of winter at well below zero.
Hi! I watch many cabin guys on youtube and there's this guy called Jay Legere who also has a honda generator. I remember him having problems with the generator and after searching it up he started to tilt the generator on its side before starting it and it helps with the oil or gas or something and helps it to start everytime on 1 pull.
I think you need to add another hinge to your door. My doors all have 3 hinges. With the weight of your door, I would be worried about the hinges failing. Looks great though.
Hello dont sell yourself short, you are doing and learning something new each day. Have fun and enjoy the journey. Hug your buddys each day and the cat and dog will be your long last friends for ever. Take care and be safe.
Put a BIG GREEN (Bright green) overall for you dog she is a Dalmation more spots vanish in winter..... its snow and colors matter in winter.
The Roofing Ribs have curved holes.. if you move in right now and heat up the place.. that heat will go out the roofing holes.. so foam e'm or use spary foam in them.. plus no bugs, flies and spiders keep crawling in.
If you put a heavy duty vertical brace at the front on each side of the door, you could stack firewood to the roof. Don't let it fall across your doorway and freeze in your walking path.
Awesome! You accomplished so much this past week and it’s starting to pay off. Can’t wait to see what you are up to this week. Keep moving forward… you are winning at this!!
You’re doing an excellent job there Sean,everyday is a schoolday,we’re always learning. Love the vlogs👍and the Door👌
It might be good to have a spare of all your essential items when you can afford it. Replacement parts on hand is a decent back up plan for now. Also think about how the old-timers did all this without motors, electronics and so on. You might need to know. Shawn James has some "old-timer" style tools. You might be slower with them but you can still get the job done. Don't forget repair kits, e.g. Spare Spark Plugs, sewing kits and thread, buttons, zips, and learn how to replace them because it helps to keep the cold out. Balaklava is the word you were searching for.
@@serenepeacefulrelaxingmusi3874 a good set of old school hand tools is a fantastic suggestion. I have both in my collection and I found I use my old school tools way more than my modern electric or air tools. Way cheaper to run.
Watching your great videos from the west coast in central Florida. Remember to get a jacket for Gracie next time you go to the store. Your attitude is amazing, that's probably because you have the best company in the world, Gracie and Soirse. Stay safe, warm and God bless.
I have heard that in Alaska you have the doors open outwards so that a bear can't push it open. You also need a window ( at least a peep hole) in it so you can check for bears, etc before opening the door.
1:40 best actor ever!
He doesn't know when to turn it off. I like him though!
You are going to want to use the silver stuff you used in your floor and sandwich it with more wood. Also pro tip for the chainsaw always clean it after using it just like you clean your gun after firing it.
Best intro I've seen in a few years honestly. ❤❤❤ 1:01
Nice work on your door and all the work you got done this video. Keep it up and all the best!
Thanks for the update, loved the hour length. See you next week 😊
What a guy! Love seeing you succeed. Well you and the pack. Keep on Sean.
Pleased for you solving the generator problem - perhaps it was part of the learning curve, and allowing you to get the all important supplies for winter. The really helpful need was a second generator as a backup. I am really enjoying this journey with you and your amazing pets too!
You’ve done a great job - more fire wood just like you said
Sean Paul, what great success this week! So many great suggestions in the comments, too. One thing to mention is some good ol’ fashioned long John’s!! Plus some hardy overalls, and some good winter boots. Those are some good things to have. If I see any at Costco I will let you know. Glad you stocked up on essentials for the next little while. Happy to see your fur babies are enjoying the off grid life as well. We always look forward to your continued success out in the off grid wilderness. Stay safe and see you next video.
I have been watching since episode 1. Your channel by far is the most refreshing channel I have watched. I look forward to your videos every week! Keep up the great work!
Hi Sean 👋💙👩🦳, when you ever go back to town, please get yourself snow pants 👖 it will keep you warmer and dry 🧡🧡🧡