Hi big Lou just a couple things I'd like to say on the previous video I believe the pocket screws should be going inward from the outside. On the supports for the wings instead of having the bolt go vertical for adjusting the wings cut a slot in that vertical piece of plywood using t nut or threaded insert with hand knob tightening screw so you can adjust up and down instead of having to turn that bolt.

Good video this week Lou! Camera upgrade is part of content creation updates for next year. On the tumbler project: looks like the mixing bowl does not have enough mass.

Nice projects, I picked up a few tips. Looking forward to your next video, glad you’re back Big Lou !!!!

Nice little projects. Two tips to add. The blind nut can easily be placed inside and pulled through with that long bolt, a nut and washer. Jamb the nut against the washer on the outside and hold the bolt. Tighten the nut to seat the blind nut. #2 the chances you will ever need to raise and lower your camera mount are small. The bolt will scar the pipe and you can drill a hole in the pipe to let the bolt pass through. Just two cents. Great job.

Three projects all in one video great value. I always seem to have some mishap or miss calculation on all my projects but it always seems to work out in the end. Well done. Steve aus

I watched to the end, cuz. And I love you. Keep up the good work on your health, your dreams, and your vocation.

Happy to see your back. Sorry about what you have been going through. My thoughts and prayers you.

Did you plan for the cubes to be just big enough for your drill? 🙂

Measure Once, Cut Once, Glue Once!

Man you have all the gadgets! The sliding razor thingy to trim off the edge tape, the sander to help with same, and more! Question. Do you always prefer enamel over latex paint for these projects?

I have made the same measuring/cutting mistake many times I find that I have to slow down and pay attention to what I’m doing.

Got all the way to the end. When I said that I was looking forward to new videos I didn’t expect it to come this fast. Looks great.

I like them. I need some shelves to put very similar items on it. Just need to find the right spot for them

I bet it felt good to be back in the shop my man!!! These turned out fantastic!

Hi Lou its been a long time! I watched til the end just to see what new things you built. Glad to hear your in good spirits and still have the good humor i enjoyed for years. Stay safe and keep pushing!

Yo BigLou good to hear your ok. It feels good to have you back. We do care about you Bro!

*This is an instruction video on what not to do to make a burn barrel, in fact is laughable. I use that same high thermal paint on my char-griller exterior walls and the attached side firebox and it barely keeps up with that temp,. This brings to to my next point, why paint a burn barrel in the first place? That is so incredibly stupid let alone your 2 single air intake holes. UGH......Learn to make a real burn barrel from others and not this joker.* 🤣🖕

Good Luck Big Lou!

Good to hear your back I look forward to some new videos.

Watched in full👍 Hang in there and keep at it pal💪

Love ya, buddy -- you got this! Exciting new chapter coming.

I watched to the end, not only because I love you, but because it was captivating. 1) Your video editing was perfect. The B rolls came in exactly at the right times and sound was crystal clear. 2) The before-during-after of shop cleanup was SO satisfying! 3) Thank you for continuing to share your genuine self, your truths in so many categories are always appreciated, often quite relatable, and a big part of what keeps your subscribers coming back. Great Job, Lou!

Thanks!

Glad to see you back. I wish you well.

So glad you’re back! Of course I watched it to the end 😂 Keep it going

Great to see you back!!!!,,,,, Missed your silly comedy that I like so much!!! Awesome that you're posting again!!! Watched till the end and Excited for the future!!!!!

Good to see you back on again I have also gone through a lot the past few years with my wife passing away in 2021 and my journey with cancer the last 6 months I am cancer free now

Good to have you back Lou! Similar story - lost my dad a few years ago… takes the wind right out of your sails but don’t ever forget to take care of yourself. Keep building! (and filming it as you have lots of folks here that enjoy what you put out) 😎

Glad to see you back and I am looking forward to what you have in store. You are awesome. Always remember that. May the force be with you.

Keep up the good work Lou. Life has many challenges. We all get knocked down but what is import is that we keep getting up. Stay strong

OMG I missed you Brother, I thought about you often. Sorry to hear about the negatives in your life but I’m your #1 FAN and you and your family are in my prayers🙏🏻 Not only yes but hell yess I watched to the end, you are truly an inspiration and because of this video I’m going out today and try to make a positive impact on somebody, love you Brother and welcome back !!!!

We all have our “cross to bear” and unfortunately you inherited food addiction from me and your dad. So glad to see, you’ve come to grips with some real feelings regarding the weight gain and even happier that you’re doing something about it. I love you more than you know and so proud to see you taking action to make your life better.💋👍👏 (and yes I watched to the end)

Good to see you again my friend. Proud of you man!

Glad to see you back Lou! I lost my father going 3 years ago as well. I can relate to holes people leave when they are no longer with us. I always watch to the end. And that point with motorcycle- I said at the same time as you “welcome to Florida!” Anyways, great to see the shop and looking forward to your future!

I subscribe to a lot of woodworking channels but the YT algorithm still has a way of burying many of them so I figured yours was one of them. But I'm glad that YT decided to bring this video up in my feed. Great to see you're back (even though I didn't know you were gone, so to speak). I just turned 65. We got our first grandchild 3 years ago. Our health has been a bit of a focus for us the last few years because we want to be around for our granddaughter as long as we can. My wife and I are both type 2 diabetics with a few other issues sprinkled in. I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer (having surgery in a couple of weeks). The point is, your health is so incredibly important. It's great to see that you're all in on getting healthy. To be honest, the first video I saw from your channel, I was a bit concerned about your weight. This was probably 2-3 years ago. When you said you were approaching 500 lbs, I was like woah! And then you said "Yeah, that's a lot", as if we were responding to my reaction. I got a chuckle out of that. Speaking of chuckles, I recall a comedian making a comment about the old "life is short" addage. Life is the longest thing you can do. Thanks for the update and I'll be on the lookout for new videos.

I watched till the end as well. Lou, our journey is similar in many ways. I lost my dad to cancer in 1978, and it was two years later that the grief truly hit me like a ton of bricks. Mom had it really rough and in 1989, she passed from cancer as well. By 24, I was essentially an adult orphan. I had joined the Army by then and it kept me going, but once I was out, the pounds stacked on because guess what? I, too, handle grief and stress with food. It didn't help that I was unemployed with a wife and two kids for nine months after leaving the Army. Fast forward to today and I'm 60y/o and still struggling. So my message to others is don't take as long as I have to make changes. Proud of you, Lou. Keep rocking it!

Good to see you back watched to the end. I missed your channel don't try and do to much to soon. Watched all your videos and I think you do a great job behind the camera .take care Steve aus.

Consider it a new beginning, fresh start or reset. I appreciate it when other share the journey of getting out of the hole/funk that mentally binds us.

So glad to see youre back! Youre so right in there is so much life to live. We all need yo live by that

Sorry to hear about everything you been going through especially your step dad. :/ Good to see u back at it. Looking forward to your new creations and all the other great things from your videos 😃

Super-happy to see that you're moving back into the swing of things, Lou! It's been a rough time for lots of folks, but shared suffering is still suffering. Be strong.

Haha I just came from some gun videos and when it said burn barrel I thought you were making a throwaway one time use Gun Barrel LOL that is the nicest burn barrel I've ever seen tho!

Big Lou's awesome video.... question did you have to calibrate or do something to your garage door or garage opener after the installation? I just did my garage and i dont know if its my impression but i think the garage is slower to open. Any advice will be appreciated

I have the T-1, it's great!

I made the same mistake with high temp paint and couldn't figure out how it all burned off lol

Why do you paint the burn barrell?

Needs a Hemi surely ?

Big Lou! First time coming across your videos. Thank you so much for your time. In your opinion, do you think the styrofoam panels or the batting insulation you installed is better? To me watching installation of both the batting insulation seems easier to tuck in to the panels rather than messing with the styrofoam that isn't as forgiving. Thoughts?

Just seen this video and I got to say you better watch it because your niece will steal your show 😂🎉🎉.