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Building an off grid Cabin .. Top 7 ways I Saved Money and Time !
In this video I'll share with you the way I saved while building both of my cabins. We'll look at several tips and concepts that save upfront and in the long run .
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DIY camper build .. Huge Improvements and finishing touches !!
Просмотров 52 тыс.21 день назад
In this video we're going to make this camper Much better . I make the camper more aerodynamic by building and air dam on the front .We'll upgrade the axle and springs to a 3,500 lb axle giving me some real peace of mind , and finally finish off the interior making it super cozy .
Affordable Chicken run build
Просмотров 7 тыс.Месяц назад
In this video I show the step by step process of how I built this chicken run. It was pretty cheap at just over 100 dollars ! it's sturdy, light weight and portable . Materials - 13) 2x2 furring strips , 8) 1x2 furring strips , 1 box 1-3/4 screws ,1 box 2-3/4 inch screws , staples , 2 hinges , 1 hook and eye latch, chicken 4 foot wide chicken wire . if you were to cut the ends right you could g...
Simple space saving off grid cabin Kitchen
Просмотров 95 тыс.4 месяца назад
How to build a small space saving kitchenette with a hideaway sink for an off grid cabin or a tiny house . I built this kitchenette with easily sourced materials normal stuff everyone can get their hands on . the range is a furrion 3 burner range and the sink is a small camper sink
snow storm at the off grid cabin
Просмотров 606 тыс.4 месяца назад
In this video I spend a couple days at the off grid cabin in a snowstorm . I build a sturdy table for the porch , cook some food on the wood stove , and go snow shoeing in the woods
Antique hand forged cleaver restoration
Просмотров 7 тыс.5 месяцев назад
In this video I restore an antique cleaver . I remove all of the rust and spray paint . I completely reprofile the blade because of the broken tip . Finally I put a handle of stabilized spalted maple on it with a couple of mosaic pins. This a very unique cleaver and its pretty clear that it was hand forged . I found this cleaver in a junk bin at an antique store so I bought it to give it a new ...
DIY camper shed build start to finish
Просмотров 119 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video I put an addition on my wood shed to house the camper and keep the roof protected to hopefully prolong it's life. I also hook up a solar panel to keep my battery charged through the winter .
DIY Camper Cost and Weight !! installing a fridge and heater
Просмотров 208 тыс.8 месяцев назад
In this video I answer the most asked questions from the camper build video. How much did it cost? How much did it weigh ? I Install a 12 volt fridge . I build a small enclosure for the fridge and insulate around it . Then I install a cheap diesel heater .
complete DIY camper build from a ratty old popup start to finish !
Просмотров 2,4 млн9 месяцев назад
This video is a step by step guide to building your own camper . I completely transformed my old popup camper to a nice new hard sided camper . I cover everything I think you would need to know to build your own .
sea kayaking at grand island Lake Superior
Просмотров 9 тыс.11 месяцев назад
I took a short trip to Lake Superior ,and did a little sea kayaking along the shore of Grand island which is such a beautiful place . I didn't get a lot of footage but what I did get was very pretty and relaxing .
The off grid cabin installing an amish made hardwood floor
Просмотров 58 тыс.11 месяцев назад
In this video I take my rough sawn lumber to an amish friend and he mills it into beautiful tongue and groove hardwood flooring . We give you a tour of his wood shop and show you how the amish convert modern electric machinery to run with diesel engines which I found really interesting . Then I show you how to install a hardwood floor by hand ,and of course Tina and the dogs join in the fun .
the off grid cabin building a porch and a fire pit
Просмотров 82 тыс.Год назад
this video will show you how I built a small porch for my wife's little off grid cabin retreat . we also do a little trail clearing, put in a fire pit , and make a great spot for hanging out around the campfire .
making a knife start to finish
Просмотров 67 тыс.Год назад
this video will show you the process of making a knife . I'll show you how I make the template and cut out the steel , how I shape it make the handle and grind the knife .
Perfect wood fired pizza at the out door kitchen and making maple syrup
Просмотров 20 тыс.Год назад
In this video I spend a beautiful spring day at the cabin making maple syrup and cooking some amazing delicious wood fired pizza . I make a small improvement to the off grid out door kitchen and do a little spring maintenance and clean up . and of coarse play with my dog Charlie !!
Perfect winter solar panel set up
Просмотров 48 тыс.Год назад
This a simple DIY solar panel mount that will keep your panels snow free when you aren't there to clean them off . in this video I show you how to build this mount and how it works
Building a wood fired pizza oven / smoker for the off grid outdoor kitchen
Просмотров 39 тыс.Год назад
Building a wood fired pizza oven / smoker for the off grid outdoor kitchen
Off grid cabin compilation , a years worth of projects
Просмотров 344 тыс.Год назад
Off grid cabin compilation , a years worth of projects
a great day at the off grid cabin , cooking, campfires, and dogs!
Просмотров 223 тыс.Год назад
a great day at the off grid cabin , cooking, campfires, and dogs!
restoring a cheap second hand wood stove !!
Просмотров 86 тыс.Год назад
restoring a cheap second hand wood stove !!
building a cozy off grid cabin in the woods start to finish
Просмотров 5 млнГод назад
building a cozy off grid cabin in the woods start to finish
VTOMAN jump 1500X power station review.Can it run power tools???
Просмотров 30 тыс.Год назад
VTOMAN jump 1500X power station review.Can it run power tools???
building an outdoor kitchen for my off grid cabin
Просмотров 2,9 млнГод назад
building an outdoor kitchen for my off grid cabin
simple improvements to my off grid cabin
Просмотров 371 тыс.Год назад
simple improvements to my off grid cabin
Building an out house from scrap logs
Просмотров 29 тыс.Год назад
Building an out house from scrap logs
building a simple chicken coop
Просмотров 40 тыс.2 года назад
building a simple chicken coop
how to harvest timber with minimal equipment
Просмотров 16 тыс.2 года назад
how to harvest timber with minimal equipment
Off grid tiny cabin gets harbor freight solar panel kit installation and I wire 12 /110 volt system
Просмотров 393 тыс.2 года назад
Off grid tiny cabin gets harbor freight solar panel kit installation and I wire 12 /110 volt system
off grid cabin start to finish
Просмотров 2,1 млн2 года назад
off grid cabin start to finish

Комментарии

  • @captainchaos3053
    @captainchaos3053 5 часов назад

    Should have asked a local workshop to pass that huge slab through a band saw and kept the off cut for another project. How heavey is the finished trailer? Ps you mention cocking around things?

  • @jaegersapper1
    @jaegersapper1 6 часов назад

    Inspiring for my build. Stealing a few ideas

  • @thomasbradley4868
    @thomasbradley4868 9 часов назад

    You to block out you car licence plate.

  • @eugenebuckley7657
    @eugenebuckley7657 10 часов назад

    Beautiful video, i love the harmony between you, your girl and two great dogs. I wish i could have the same experience with my grl and dogs. Many thanks for sharing

  • @davidpatrick1813
    @davidpatrick1813 15 часов назад

    A canvas or other camper shell make make it better.

  • @blueblur1984
    @blueblur1984 День назад

    Awesome job! A trick for painting screw heads is sticking them into cardboard and hitting them with spray paint before installation. It saves a ton of effort.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      Thanks !! and thanks for the tip that would have been so much quicker

  • @SFVGIRL
    @SFVGIRL День назад

    Your cabin is sooo lovely! Beautiful build. ❤

  • @amyk8488
    @amyk8488 День назад

    You're awesome if anyone didnt get the chance to tell you today

  • @MarkScales-ht9qs
    @MarkScales-ht9qs День назад

    U make it look so easy.nice work ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @___Will__Ferrell
    @___Will__Ferrell День назад

    Although I'm a lazy bastard, I love seeing these kinds of inspirational RV builds. It makes me feel like a built it and it oddly gives me a sense of satisfaction. Sorry for living vicariously through your video. But I can't help it. This is freakin cool to watch !!!!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      No apology needed , I'm glad you enjoyed it !!

  • @GeorgeA.Ferguson
    @GeorgeA.Ferguson День назад

    Experiencing a snowstorm at an off-grid cabin must be both challenging and incredibly beautiful. This video captures the raw power of nature and the peaceful isolation of cabin life during such intense weather. It's a reminder of the resilience required to live off-grid and the stunning landscapes that surround us.

  • @blankczechz
    @blankczechz 2 дня назад

    Does anyone know what it ended up weighing? It was built much heavier than a factory built unit. I'd bet it's monsoon, typhoon, and tornado proof!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      I put the wight and cost in this video if you want to check it out ruclips.net/video/6zqvvafOjIk/видео.html

  • @EffTwoFiddy
    @EffTwoFiddy 2 дня назад

    i am working on a similar project and found this video fascinating and hugely helpful. i do have a question about your axle, though. and forgive me if you answer this later in the video. but what is your axle rated at and how much does the finished product weigh?

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 День назад

      Awesome glad you liked it!! The axle was a 2,200 lb . In my last video on the camper I had it swapped to a 3,500 . I also made an air dam on the front to make it more aerodynamic it made a huge difference. I have 3 videos working on the camper on the channel

  • @johngibbs2316
    @johngibbs2316 2 дня назад

    Could have made some storage in it so it’s not empty space

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      I thought about it but its pretty tongue heavy already

  • @c.jillallen-hood4685
    @c.jillallen-hood4685 2 дня назад

    I'm not mechanically proficient, but I really enjoy watching your videos, because you take the time to explain everything you do. That makes it easier for the novice builder to understand. Thanks so much for posting your videos.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      No problem I'm really happy you like them !!

  • @ironhide200
    @ironhide200 2 дня назад

    Just a thought you could add a few doors in the air dam and make storage space.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      I could but it's pretty tongue heavy so I really don't want to add any weight up there

  • @user-Lee2925
    @user-Lee2925 2 дня назад

    Could the space behind the fuel tank not of been used for storage instead of covering the entire area up. Looks nice

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      I could but it's pretty tongue heavy so I really don't want to add any weight up there . Thanks !!

  • @solarcabin
    @solarcabin 3 дня назад

    Good video and covers most of the tips. You didn't mention water which is a primary factor in off grid living. You can hand drill a well if the water table is high or have a well drilled (expensive) , collect rain water and filter it or haul in water. Set up your cabin like a self contained RV with an inside water tank and 12 volt pump. My power system is 1.4Kw solar and 800Ah of LFP batteries and runs everything and I have most modern conveniences without running a genny. Also go to a local lumber mill and you can buy green cut wood for porches and check the dumpsters for left over flooring and trim and ask for scratch and dent and most suppliers will sell them cheap. -LaMar

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 14 часов назад

      Thanks !! those are all great tips ! . I actually thought of a couple other things I wish I would have covered too . hind sight

  • @user-bn1xz3kq5d
    @user-bn1xz3kq5d 3 дня назад

    well done! you did a great job

  • @LisaJohnson1967
    @LisaJohnson1967 3 дня назад

    Duct strapping. Great for supportive hanging...like that tank.

  • @elpadrinotvoficial
    @elpadrinotvoficial 3 дня назад

    Wow buen proyecto 🙌

  • @engine890
    @engine890 4 дня назад

    Nothing like staying at the cabin with a fire on the wood stove and the kerosine lamps aglow...

  • @tmack8204
    @tmack8204 5 дней назад

    That kitchen is going NOwhere.

  • @dream2be611
    @dream2be611 5 дней назад

    I enjoyed it a bunch. Great motivation for all camping lovers. Thanks!

  • @flaviovieira74
    @flaviovieira74 5 дней назад

    Uma base pra erguer pirâmide e, em cima, um fogão meia boca. De boa.... muito ruim.

  • @peddlerbug
    @peddlerbug 5 дней назад

    What kind of siding is that and where did you get it?

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 5 дней назад

      It's aluminum camper siding . I got it from bontragers rv surplus in white pigeon MI

  • @user-bn1xz3kq5d
    @user-bn1xz3kq5d 6 дней назад

    very nice job you did

  • @joellenbroetzmann9053
    @joellenbroetzmann9053 6 дней назад

    Try to keep all but just a shave off the mushroom stems so you get the benefits of the beta glucans.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 5 дней назад

      I'll have to look that up , I've never really looked into the health benefits in mushrooms Thanks for the tip!

  • @stevepiechock9234
    @stevepiechock9234 6 дней назад

    Very informative and easy to follow. The instructions were clear. Excellent video!

  • @brandonrobishaw7606
    @brandonrobishaw7606 6 дней назад

    My friend had a similar situation. The roof was too high for the garage. He took off the trailer wheels and put the trailer frame on casters.

  • @Mansfield-ih4cz
    @Mansfield-ih4cz 7 дней назад

    Wait aren't you the brother that visited bushradical? I love how your family just hides out in the woods making cabins ;)

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 6 дней назад

      yup , glad you like it ,cabin building is a good time

  • @lorenaroma
    @lorenaroma 7 дней назад

    Is your tire flat at 4:30?

  • @CS-uc2oh
    @CS-uc2oh 7 дней назад

    And I bet it will rarely be used...

  • @FrankBanks-rv4qw
    @FrankBanks-rv4qw 7 дней назад

    Mount your fuel pump on rubber

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      The mount that it comes with is made of thick soft rubber .

  • @northern31outdoors
    @northern31outdoors 7 дней назад

    I was curious if you have had and issues with rodents getting into your cabin? Any suggestions on how to keep them out when building a new structure?

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 6 дней назад

      I haven't so far . I'm not sure other than make sure there aren't any big gaps and keep a clean job site so they can't be hiding out in there when you're finishing up

    • @northern31outdoors
      @northern31outdoors 6 дней назад

      @@blackspruce1861 that’s good that you haven’t had any problems so far. I love your videos! Thanks for the response! 🍻

  • @VictoriaLovePhotography
    @VictoriaLovePhotography 8 дней назад

    Great video and very well explained. Plus, your soothing voice really helped to keep my attention.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      awesome I' really happy you liked !! Thank you !

  • @KJSound-xd1fm
    @KJSound-xd1fm 8 дней назад

    I think i saw a whipple

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      you actually saw 2 I'm Ryan Whipple Daves younger brother .

  • @tbomber7716
    @tbomber7716 8 дней назад

    People commenting on the brake situation is confusing to me. Almost every utility trailer sold up to #3500 single axle, does not have brakes. I'm actually surprised yours had them. Anyhow, really nice job!

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      Thanks ! I'm really happy this has breaks myself it saves a lot of wear on my trucks breaks

  • @AsTheWheelsTurn
    @AsTheWheelsTurn 9 дней назад

    that build looks so good man.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      Thanks !! I have another more recent video with some updates if you want to see moreruclips.net/video/2GaUwcLtRpU/видео.html

  • @burkena
    @burkena 9 дней назад

    Where did the GF. ...GO??

  • @Giggles56
    @Giggles56 9 дней назад

    As you were making frame, all I could think was look at all that possible shelf storage space! But it's all covered up with solid sheets of material.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      I thought about the but the camper was already pretty tongue heavy

    • @Giggles56
      @Giggles56 6 дней назад

      @@blackspruce1861 ahh ok

  • @wiggleroom3039
    @wiggleroom3039 9 дней назад

    I did enjoy seeing this build, and I'm impressed. I have a question, though. If you had to do it over again, would you incorporate the aerodynamic addition into the original build, and just finish it off with the aluminum siding? Could you have made use of the extra triangle of space as storage, with access from the inside? Would that have been practical? Thanks for sharing your great efforts.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      thanks glad you liked it !! yes I would build it that way to start, and do something with the space . . also I might go with filon siding instead of aluminum .

  • @AsTheWheelsTurn
    @AsTheWheelsTurn 9 дней назад

    not that you asked or care ...but just FYI the type of screws you use are terrible. If you switch to square drive you will be in love and never turn back. those Torx screws suck, they cam out too easy. the square drives are the best for many reasons.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      I don't know personally I've used both and have had no problems with either . The only screws I can't stand are flat head and Phillips

  • @AsTheWheelsTurn
    @AsTheWheelsTurn 9 дней назад

    this is a great build! I am going to be building a camper "pod" for my flatbed trailer, its. a16' car hauler type trailer , tandem axle so it can handle some weight but I want to keep it lite so I can remove it , kind of the same concept as a cab over camper for a truck . but on a trailer. been trying to think of the best way to frame it out and especially for the roof/waterproofing, this just gave me all the answers. not as complicated as I was making it out to be in my head. I am a cabinet maker so I am more than capable of doing it I just was really over thinking it. Thanks for this.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      awesome glad it helped !! that sounds like a great way to go , you can have a camper but still use your trailer when you need to haul something

  • @alofaatu845
    @alofaatu845 9 дней назад

    Appreciate the video. Watching from Palau 🇵🇼🤙🏾🩵

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      Thanks glad you liked it !! I actually had to look Palau up on google maps . that looks like a pretty cool place to live !!

  • @garythomson5039
    @garythomson5039 9 дней назад

    Awesome , wish i could do this sort of thing . Not a fan of the scotch locks though.

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      Thanks !! I know I've heard that a lot I wish I would have known they were unreliable before I used them

  • @DEOHGE-yn7ng
    @DEOHGE-yn7ng 9 дней назад

    My guy made sure that he had his queen sized bed😂👌🏻

  • @anthonycosares1574
    @anthonycosares1574 10 дней назад

    Should have bolted the frame of the camper to the trailer frame, screws don’t have enough sheee strength, whether you can you gotta use nuts and bolts brother, leaps stronger than screws in so many ways, especially on something gotta get the vibration and forces from driving/ wind

  • @GaiaTutankhamon
    @GaiaTutankhamon 10 дней назад

    Wow that's amazing!!! you inspired me and now I know we can build pretty much everything, thank you.

  • @christopher480
    @christopher480 10 дней назад

    sea?.......the great lakes are pretty big but they are not seas :)

    • @blackspruce1861
      @blackspruce1861 7 дней назад

      the kind of kayak I was paddling is a sea kayak . not referring to lake superior as a sea