While I completely understand the need for sponsors, lately I feel like I am watching a 25 minute infomercial for portable power units......otherwise, love your channel
I wish you guys would put out more videos and more often. The content is really awesome. One video a week has us getting Riley and Courtney withdrawals.
The amount of time required to firm and edit one video isn't likely to make two a week possible. I enjoy the quality and can gut it out till the next one!
Yet again I exclaimed "NO" when this one ended. I'm floored you are able to calculate the math on the project so precisely. It's going to be a long wait for the next in the 'building the deck' series.
Yes me too! I said "NO" out loud and immediately looked at the time bar. I know they want to do everything by themselves, but I would have paid money to go there and be involved with this project!
Glu lam beams will rot over time if precautions aren’t take to keep water from penetrating. Around bolts & water sitting between joists & beams are prime places. Pre made flashing is available for tops of beams. Check in to this problem.
Maybe I'm just being paranoid, but I don't like that you just butt welded the posts to to the footings. Could you have kept the gusset that would be used to bolt wood to, and cleaned and welded to that? I really thing you need a better gusset on those joints.
Riley is a SUPERIOR Jack of all trades. I notice the little things like his weld lines, general knowledge, and ability to read a book and learn how to do something well. I a impressed. I don't know if "reckless" is the adjective I would use to describe him.
Twice you have had that snow throwing behemoth in the video, but not said a word. Just gotta keep watching to see how many projects are ahead of it on the list.
Guys! You have a CNC! Get an eye welded onto the back of that excavator bucket ASAP so you don’t have to deal with lifting by the teeth. I do this all day, every day. Get that change made as soon as you can, please. Lifting with the front of the bucket or the teeth is definitely a last resort; it causes you to dent buildings and such. ;-) An eye on the back of the bucket means you don’t have the depth of the bucket in the way when working close to structures, and you’re lifting from directly below the pin.
I say don't do stairs, do a draw bridge to the hill next to the deck. Lift or turn the bridge at night, it's added security. And, easier for the dogs to get on the ground!!!!
For future reference, you might want to weld a "Shackle on the back side of your bucket. All of the excavators I have ever operated had that done to the buckets. A 10 ton Shackle with the pin will hold anything your excavator can lift and the lifting straps will not slip off!
God has truly blessed each of you with unique engineering talents, making you two natural engineering whiz kids...it's just amazing to watch you accomplish what ya do. God is the source of what talents are in you both.
Dayum Riley you sure can weld a clean line. Courtney you have a great eye for balance you laid those frames down perfectly. I love the deck design so far. I had no idea you were going to go so big. That deck is going to be strong enough to hold your wood heated hottub! Great job guys and great video.
“Someone’s feeling a bit ornery today”😂😂😂 As always, you two never cease to impress. It’s fun and exciting to watch your accomplishments. Well done! Can’t wait to see the deck complete. Stay safe and warm!
1st excellent again guys. Just cut the bolts. I see you need a vent fan. the ones they make for greenhouses would be perfect open small shop door a crack turn on vent fan and smoke/fumes are gone. or a high power 8 inch blower fan. I like the greenhouse ones as it uses way less electricity but can pull air fast and it has storm shielding as the flaps are metal. Your first dent means its lived in. Nobody hurt no broken glass so win win. You both rock. live your dream.
Hard hats for overhead operations are a must. Your expirience with the dent/window is a good example of how things can shift in a way that is unexpected. Hard hats. Don't leave your noggin to chance 😀.
AND the ladder monkey scene. I've done that exact thing before when the ladder slips you gotta jump to that beam and hold tf on! It's scary when no one ahem Courtney is not holding your ladder lol. But no one wants to be underneath that when it falls and she did offer to get the excavator beforehand lol. You guys be careful so we can get more content. A frame ladders on gravel are just asking for it especially when you are walking weight up it that's unsecured on the other end. I've done it and it's not fun.
Everyone before me has said it all! Riley and Courtney, your building skills are second to none! Your math skills are second to none and Courtney, YOU didn’t dent the building, GRAVITY dented the building! You’re both awesome!
Moments before the scene where court gets locked in the cab I was about to comment how awesome she is and how much she's learned by just jumping in with initiative and progressed so much. Then Riley said the sweetest thing. You guys rock. Nice team effort. Can I live vicariously thru your channel 🙃
If the beam or anything you are lifting is not balanced right, there is so many solutions beside lifting it anyway and hoping for the best. either 1: add temporary weights at the bottom to move the center of gravity, 2: change your lifting points, even if you have to build temporary ones 3: build a support frame, so it can't tip over 4: use tag lines. 5: build an adapter so the lifting equipment has 3 points of contacts. In this case build something that attach the posts on the bucket, so when you tilt the excavator bucket it tilt the frame.
Hey, It might be a good idea to run a flashing tape cap on top of each joist before putting down the decking. The flashing can really help extend the life of the deck joists.
Interesting, but your joists should be suspended on the design you used, and not laying on the beams as it is likely movement will crack the concrete part of your posts.
Now Riley is practicing for American Ninja! Haha we love how he's knowledgeable and capable of everything he takes on, but never loses his mischievous grin and sense of humor. Your porch will cause my husband great (productive) trauma in 2023 because I love it so much already I want one too! With parking below and an awesome deck, my old shop apartment is destined to have an outdoor addition soon!
Your channel is by far the best for EcoFlow to advertise on. Their power storage products are highlighted by sensible function of many different power hungry tools in a natural but professional environment (albeit minor sketchiness now and again that a third hand would have mitigated).
Just an idea to make your life simpler, when you finish your deck you might think about building an elevator or dumb waiter off of one the corners to make it easier to bring firewood and supplies up the 2nd floor. I believe Harbor Freight may still carry a 2000 LB wench to lift the box of the unit if it was riding on tracks. I know you could design something and build it with no problem. I am using my wifes log in and my name is Wayne.
Don't forget you have a flat bed truck that might put you close to a level platform close to working height and get you off the ladders. That deck will be nice.
Wow you made my heart stop when the post hit the building. Glad no one got hurt and the glass is not damaged. I really like the eco flow packs you are using. Looking at getting on for power outages in my area for power outages. Just trying to decide on the size. Thanks for sharing you experience with us. Enjoy following your post and look forward to them.
I would have kept one mounting ear per post, the ones toward the back side of the building. That would provide a lot more weld area for strength, going up the sides, across the top, and two plug welds.
Riley & Courtney, the skills you have accumulated through schooling and life are amazing. That deck will withstand the 100 year snow fall and any wind load in that area. You guys rock!
Love the deck with steel columns, a great design. The structure is very stable as proved by Riley swinging on it. But, over time maybe years, those bolted connections will not be as tight plus wind loads need addressed. Some steel cross bracing needs added in both planes of the columns to make this awesome deck as stable as it is strong.
With all the negative going on, it is so refreshing to tune into your channel and find such positivity/creativity/virtual escapism! Thank you both! Keep doing your thing!
Don't forget to adjust the wire feed so that it is perfect and if the wire sticks the the friction will allow it to slip rather than crunching the wire, YIKES!
I'm officially hooked on your channel. Didn't take long. We're originally from SoCal, and have spent 40 years in Salem Oregon, which (we thought) would last us our lifetimes. Alas, Northern Idaho has been singing a siren-song, and with crowds, traffic, and all those other unmentionable features of living in a Western Oregon town/city, all we have to do is make an informed decision. Riley, I am totally impressed by your fabricating skills, and not least your beautiful welds. Courtney, you're irresistible, a keeper, a real doll, with your always-can-do spirit.
Just cut the bolts down to size using a grinder with a cut off blade. No need to swap them out. I would recommend using lock nuts or put loctite for final assemble. Ideally those steel posts should have be painted. Rustoleum 9800 Mastic, or a DTM (Direct to metal) paint (automotive single stage urethane). Don't use a epoxy paint outdoors as the UV light will degrade the paint.
Now you can make a Snowplow mounting bracket for the LMTV now that the plasma table is working. But I think I can see that you are working on that. You guys are awesome.
Love your project. Did almost the same shop living building 2 years ago. Lived in my camper in bottom while I built living area. I’m a carpenter / excavate for a living. More excavating lately. So to comment. Would you please please weld a hook to your excavator bucket. So much safer. Plus you can run chain over bucket and lift higher.
The trick to using ladders outdoors is an Orchard ladder. I admit to being spoiled I grew up with them. The orchard and the company that made them was long gone but the ladders remained.
happy no one got hurt and the building is ok but next time weld a small chain to the bottom of the leg and the blade or some place solid on the loader that way the top cant go backwards
You could have used two ratchet straps at the wooden beam to steel post connections and created an "A" point above the center of gravity of the whole structure. That way you could have easily lifted into position without all that drama :)
Watching you guys throughout this adventure, yall are a super couple... cool to see when 2 really bond and help one another... im sure its not all roses all the time, but you can tell yall are equally yoked... rock on guys!!
This deck gonna be amazing!! Just imagine walking out there with a hot coffee in your hands on a freezing winter morning! I am so happy for you guys!! Keep up the good work!!
Hey Guys, You could of clamped some wooden planks/ beams to the bottom of the steel legs to lower the center of gravity before lifting to ensure it did not try and flip. Andy UK
Whew! I imagine a contractor would have had a 4 person crew, plus a crew leader, an equipment operator, a welder, and an environmental/wildlife consultant. Great job you two! [The boo-boo on the building reminded me of my 4x4 excursions 'last century.' Each little mishap was a great reminder of an adventure each time I washed the rig. Enjoy them.]
When you said “It’s only 4:30”, I looked at my watch and it’s 4:36 here, clear sky, gentle breeze, sitting on patio in shorts and t-shirt. Thankfully I’m at 30°27’ N latitude. Please google deaths falling from ladders.
I didn't realize how much I had MISSED the plasma table until I watched you setting everything up and making that first cut. I sat watching the screen and clapping my hands as you moved along with the project.
While I completely understand the need for sponsors, lately I feel like I am watching a 25 minute infomercial for portable power units......otherwise, love your channel
I wish you guys would put out more videos and more often. The content is really awesome. One video a week has us getting Riley and Courtney withdrawals.
I’m good with one EcoFlow infomercial a week!
The amount of time required to firm and edit one video isn't likely to make two a week possible. I enjoy the quality and can gut it out till the next one!
I agree... At least twice a week..
Me, I'm all about one two hour movie a month...😜👽
Quality over quantity makes for better viewing.
My hart dropped when the Metal almost hit the window u guys doing a good job can’t WAit for the next video
Yet again I exclaimed "NO" when this one ended. I'm floored you are able to calculate the math on the project so precisely. It's going to be a long wait for the next in the 'building the deck' series.
Yes me too! I said "NO" out loud and immediately looked at the time bar. I know they want to do everything by themselves, but I would have paid money to go there and be involved with this project!
Awesome guys.!
Your 2nd best video ever.
Glu lam beams will rot over time if precautions aren’t take to keep water from penetrating. Around bolts & water sitting between joists & beams are prime places. Pre made flashing is available for tops of beams. Check in to this problem.
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Super manly snowblower looks good on the front of the Lmtv
Maybe I'm just being paranoid, but I don't like that you just butt welded the posts to to the footings. Could you have kept the gusset that would be used to bolt wood to, and cleaned and welded to that? I really thing you need a better gusset on those joints.
Riley is a SUPERIOR Jack of all trades. I notice the little things like his weld lines, general knowledge, and ability to read a book and learn how to do something well. I a impressed. I don't know if "reckless" is the adjective I would use to describe him.
Twice you have had that snow throwing behemoth in the video, but not said a word. Just gotta keep watching to see how many projects are ahead of it on the list.
Guys! You have a CNC!
Get an eye welded onto the back of that excavator bucket ASAP so you don’t have to deal with lifting by the teeth. I do this all day, every day.
Get that change made as soon as you can, please. Lifting with the front of the bucket or the teeth is definitely a last resort; it causes you to dent buildings and such. ;-)
An eye on the back of the bucket means you don’t have the depth of the bucket in the way when working close to structures, and you’re lifting from directly below the pin.
It’s strangely satisfying watching you guys use welders and your plasma table powered from the sun…so cool.
I say don't do stairs, do a draw bridge to the hill next to the deck. Lift or turn the bridge at night, it's added security. And, easier for the dogs to get on the ground!!!!
Put a light next to the door where the dent is - maybe solar battery one.
I've been watching all your videos for a week.
a dint in the building just gives it charter, glad to see the progress
Riley displaying some Big Deck Energy ;)
For future reference, you might want to weld a "Shackle on the back side of your bucket. All of the excavators I have ever operated had that done to the buckets. A 10 ton Shackle with the pin will hold anything your excavator can lift and the lifting straps will not slip off!
Dent? Gives the building character.
God has truly blessed each of you with unique engineering talents, making you two natural engineering whiz kids...it's just amazing to watch you accomplish what ya do. God is the source of what talents are in you both.
Dayum Riley you sure can weld a clean line. Courtney you have a great eye for balance you laid those frames down perfectly. I love the deck design so far. I had no idea you were going to go so big. That deck is going to be strong enough to hold your wood heated hottub! Great job guys and great video.
That's hella funny I thought the same exact thing...lol
It’s like Richy rich brings grid to off
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“Someone’s feeling a bit ornery today”😂😂😂
As always, you two never cease to impress. It’s fun and exciting to watch your accomplishments. Well done! Can’t wait to see the deck complete.
Stay safe and warm!
Thanks Michelle!
I want to see it completed!!
1st excellent again guys. Just cut the bolts. I see you need a vent fan. the ones they make for greenhouses would be perfect open small shop door a crack turn on vent fan and smoke/fumes are gone. or a high power 8 inch blower fan. I like the greenhouse ones as it uses way less electricity but can pull air fast and it has storm shielding as the flaps are metal. Your first dent means its lived in. Nobody hurt no broken glass so win win. You both rock. live your dream.
A 25 minute commercial for Ecoflow.
*That plasma cutter is "THE BOMB !" 👍😃*
Agreed!
Getting the concrete poured in the shop sure seems to have moved your channel and projects along at an even faster pace.
Very impressive couple building together as a team … CONGRATULATIONS !
Hard hats for overhead operations are a must. Your expirience with the dent/window is a good example of how things can shift in a way that is unexpected. Hard hats. Don't leave your noggin to chance 😀.
AND the ladder monkey scene. I've done that exact thing before when the ladder slips you gotta jump to that beam and hold tf on! It's scary when no one ahem Courtney is not holding your ladder lol. But no one wants to be underneath that when it falls and she did offer to get the excavator beforehand lol. You guys be careful so we can get more content. A frame ladders on gravel are just asking for it especially when you are walking weight up it that's unsecured on the other end. I've done it and it's not fun.
Feels like one big Ecoflow commercial.
OMG @ 20:26 my heart stopped 😨😨😨
Great video Riley and Courtney
What you need are Heat detectors in you shop up on the ceiling. You won't have trouble with welding smoke!......... Nice job!!!
Everyone before me has said it all! Riley and Courtney, your building skills are second to none! Your math skills are second to none and Courtney, YOU didn’t dent the building, GRAVITY dented the building! You’re both awesome!
Great to see your measurements are in feet & inches and not meters & centimetres. I’m old school and still use ft & inches 🇬🇧🇬🇧
That deck is going to look great
Courtney operates that digger ( excavator ) like a professional. Go girl you are wonderful 😍
Moments before the scene where court gets locked in the cab I was about to comment how awesome she is and how much she's learned by just jumping in with initiative and progressed so much. Then Riley said the sweetest thing. You guys rock. Nice team effort. Can I live vicariously thru your channel 🙃
Holy cow. So much talent in two people!!!!!
If the beam or anything you are lifting is not balanced right, there is so many solutions beside lifting it anyway and hoping for the best.
either
1: add temporary weights at the bottom to move the center of gravity,
2: change your lifting points, even if you have to build temporary ones
3: build a support frame, so it can't tip over
4: use tag lines.
5: build an adapter so the lifting equipment has 3 points of contacts. In this case build something that attach the posts on the bucket, so when you tilt the excavator bucket it tilt the frame.
Your projects are cool
On their own but doing it in off grid power is just another level!
😀
Hey, It might be a good idea to run a flashing tape cap on top of each joist before putting down the decking. The flashing can really help extend the life of the deck joists.
C is a wizz with the digger , I bet parallel parking is no problem either
Interesting, but your joists should be suspended on the design you used, and not laying on the beams as it is likely movement will crack the concrete part of your posts.
Now Riley is practicing for American Ninja! Haha we love how he's knowledgeable and capable of everything he takes on, but never loses his mischievous grin and sense of humor.
Your porch will cause my husband great (productive) trauma in 2023 because I love it so much already I want one too! With parking below and an awesome deck, my old shop apartment is destined to have an outdoor addition soon!
Mind you, you could build a stronger collar to go from the bottom posts to the top posts so you get your strength back...
Your channel is by far the best for EcoFlow to advertise on. Their power storage products are highlighted by sensible function of many different power hungry tools in a natural but professional environment (albeit minor sketchiness now and again that a third hand would have mitigated).
Just an idea to make your life simpler, when you finish your deck you might think about building an elevator or dumb waiter off of one the corners to make it easier to bring firewood and supplies up the 2nd floor. I believe Harbor Freight may still carry a 2000 LB wench to lift the box of the unit if it was riding on tracks. I know you could design something and build it with no problem. I am using my wifes log in and my name is Wayne.
Don't forget you have a flat bed truck that might put you close to a level platform close to working height and get you off the ladders.
That deck will be nice.
💕Where there’s a will there’s a way to do anything we put our minds to💕
Now with your shop up and running you can make a work cage to safely work up high using your excavator
You two are a real dynamic team, steel beams, both welders, off grid, it's AMAZING 👏 🙌 👌
I almost forgot how good you kids are metal fabrication. Good to see your plasma table up and running
Wow you made my heart stop when the post hit the building. Glad no one got hurt and the glass is not damaged. I really like the eco flow packs you are using. Looking at getting on for power outages in my area for power outages. Just trying to decide on the size. Thanks for sharing you experience with us. Enjoy following your post and look forward to them.
I would have kept one mounting ear per post, the ones toward the back side of the building. That would provide a lot more weld area for strength, going up the sides, across the top, and two plug welds.
Riley & Courtney, the skills you have accumulated through schooling and life are amazing. That deck will withstand the 100 year snow fall and any wind load in that area. You guys rock!
I keep saying the same thing but I truly ❤️ 😊your videos thanks for sharing
once the deck is finished you can place a plaque of artwork to cover the dent in siding from accident
It is amazing to watch newer videos and then go back and see how you did it.
Watching this as I replumb the bathroom.
Impressed as always.
You two never cease to amaze me
Love the deck with steel columns, a great design. The structure is very stable as proved by Riley swinging on it. But, over time maybe years, those bolted connections will not be as tight plus wind loads need addressed. Some steel cross bracing needs added in both planes of the columns to make this awesome deck as stable as it is strong.
I agree. In addition to wind loading seismic loading needs to be taken into account. Idaho is the US state with the fifth highest seismic risk.
Hell to the yeah! Plasma table running!
Congratulations!!
With all the negative going on, it is so refreshing to tune into your channel and find such positivity/creativity/virtual escapism! Thank you both! Keep doing your thing!
Don't forget to adjust the wire feed so that it is perfect and if the wire sticks the the friction will allow it to slip rather than crunching the wire, YIKES!
If there isn’t a bad crease where the siding dented, try a auto dent puller kit to fix the siding panel.
so many ideas for shirts and hats.... this video sparked a lot of ideas lol
That deck is going to be awesome, be safe guy's
I would suggest to put ZIP tape or aluminum flashing over your deck joints to keep from rotting quickly.
I'm officially hooked on your channel. Didn't take long. We're originally from SoCal, and have spent 40 years in Salem Oregon, which (we thought) would last us our lifetimes. Alas, Northern Idaho has been singing a siren-song, and with crowds, traffic, and all those other unmentionable features of living in a Western Oregon town/city, all we have to do is make an informed decision. Riley, I am totally impressed by your fabricating skills, and not least your beautiful welds. Courtney, you're irresistible, a keeper, a real doll, with your always-can-do spirit.
Just cut the bolts down to size using a grinder with a cut off blade. No need to swap them out. I would recommend using lock nuts or put loctite for final assemble.
Ideally those steel posts should have be painted. Rustoleum 9800 Mastic, or a DTM (Direct to metal) paint (automotive single stage urethane). Don't use a epoxy paint outdoors as the UV light will degrade the paint.
remember that egg challenge with the excavator? Courtney is a PRO
I know I am stating the obvious, but it is genuinely amazing you are welding with the SUN in your back pocket!
Now you can make a Snowplow mounting bracket for the LMTV now that the plasma table is working. But I think I can see that you are working on that. You guys are awesome.
😉
Maybe more than a plow? I think I may have caught a few glimpses.
To me look like a Snow blower
Keep up the good work
i love how ur sponsors are:
1.jackery portable battery
2.another brand of portable battery
3ecoflow of portable battery
Don’t get so excited you get hurt! Just think if you,have to put everything off!
Love your project. Did almost the same shop living building 2 years ago. Lived in my camper in bottom while I built living area. I’m a carpenter / excavate for a living. More excavating lately. So to comment. Would you please please weld a hook to your excavator bucket. So much safer. Plus you can run chain over bucket and lift higher.
I enjoy the progress with you guys!!! I am waiting to see the excitement on your faces when you are on your deck 👌👌
Work smarter not harder! Use your eqpt. We’ll be your neighbor soon. Just bought in trout creek
Congratulations!!
The trick to using ladders outdoors is an Orchard ladder. I admit to being spoiled I grew up with them. The orchard and the company that made them was long gone but the ladders remained.
Good bead. Good luck!
happy no one got hurt and the building is ok but next time weld a small chain to the bottom of the leg and the blade or some place solid on the loader that way the top cant go backwards
You could have used two ratchet straps at the wooden beam to steel post connections and created an "A" point above the center of gravity of the whole structure. That way you could have easily lifted into position without all that drama :)
Watching you guys throughout this adventure, yall are a super couple... cool to see when 2 really bond and help one another... im sure its not all roses all the time, but you can tell yall are equally yoked... rock on guys!!
It is great to see he deck going up. You guys have had a BIG year.
Still waiting for a tree house. OR . A log cabin on the top of the block.
Riley, you Must turn that receptacle right side up. Look closely for printing on the face. That will tell you
You know it’s only a matter of time before that deck become a 4season sun room with a fire place!
This year has been a long journey, so much accomplished. I'm cheering for you to get the deck in before the snow stops the outside work.
CNC Plasma table and welder powered by SOLAR, how awesome is that!!!! Also clean welds dude!!!!
How about some Ambition Strikes themed construction helmets? Maybe with a custom "Reckless Riley" name plate?
Stay safe friends!
This deck gonna be amazing!! Just imagine walking out there with a hot coffee in your hands on a freezing winter morning! I am so happy for you guys!! Keep up the good work!!
Hang a bird feed or plant where the dent is with a nice CNC cut bracket. Maybe hide it.
Hey Guys,
You could of clamped some wooden planks/ beams to the bottom of the steel legs to lower the center of gravity before lifting to ensure it did not try and flip.
Andy UK
You two, with your intelligence and quick thinking can outwork and outsmart 10 people on the same job!!
Whew! I imagine a contractor would have had a 4 person crew, plus a crew leader, an equipment operator, a welder, and an environmental/wildlife consultant. Great job you two!
[The boo-boo on the building reminded me of my 4x4 excursions 'last century.' Each little mishap was a great reminder of an adventure each time I washed the rig. Enjoy them.]
We can't wait to see what your finished deck and car port will look like, gives us some good ideas! You guys are rockin' it.
When you said “It’s only 4:30”, I looked at my watch and it’s 4:36 here, clear sky, gentle breeze, sitting on patio in shorts and t-shirt. Thankfully I’m at 30°27’ N latitude.
Please google deaths falling from ladders.
True talent and determination.
I didn't realize how much I had MISSED the plasma table until I watched you setting everything up and making that first cut. I sat watching the screen and clapping my hands as you moved along with the project.
Good morning. Nicely done yall two. 72° South Louisiana.
It’s coming together beautifully. The view from that deck should be incredible.
😉