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[@RedPoppyRanch]

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[@billy2069]

Nothing better than seeing a dad and son bonding over a vehicle project.

[@motorhomemac]

Amen brother , some of my fondest memories are of working on vehicles with my Dad.

[@paulpetty3307]

My father was great. He could fix anything from the past to maybe 1943, when he was drafted... After the ETO, he couldn't fix a toothpick... His skills were gone. And I'm beginning to understand... Once your skills are no longer required, you begin to lose them quickly...

[@billy2069]

@@paulpetty3307 Like learning a language.

[@jomangeee9180]

i kind of prefer a hot chick

[@user-tw8ov]

The best is bonding over guns

[@DavidSchellenberg-ex2gs]

A suggestion for cleaning the glass in a wood stove door. Use the ash (fine ash) from the stove, take a damp paper towel, dip it in the ash and then rub the glass. It will clean your glass as good or better than any product you can buy.

[@DavidSchellenberg-ex2gs]

I guess I should have read all the comments first. A number of other people already mentioned this method as well. I have used this method for years and it works so well.

[@andypsunshineisle5655]

That welder has to be one of the best buys for this year. Working with your son is something that gains importance after your gone. My dad helped me build my first house and it was something we just did at the time. Its now golden memories for me as he has passed.

[@christophercrabtree9616]

We also use a damp paper towel and the white ash to clean the glass from our smoker, works surprisingly well.

[@CCRider5312]

MY FAVORITE IDAHO OFF GRID KZbin FAMILY!!! 😁👍

[@GCSol]

My father passed away 26 years ago. My fondest memories are all the projects we worked on together. He taught me construction, electrical and how to maintain a house. I taught both my kids everything I know and now I'm teaching one of my grandsons.

[@rickswildhorses]

Love these comments. My dad passed away last year. He taught me to be a “can do” man. I’m not afraid to try and fix/build/repair anything. I worked with him as a young boy. He taught me so much. I’m now 60 and I miss his words so much. Good job Heath.

[@alexandershterev8283]

27:29 Cinematic Level 500!! Love Your Videos

[@MikeHarrison3266]

Many here also looking forward to seeing how well this truck will push snow. Happy Christmas to your whole family, have a wonderful holiday.

[@briandufty5081]

The man will push snow..or walk a thought. XOXO..

[@mikecaffery8832]

When I was a kid Our family looked forward to watching the wonderful world of Disney Sunday evening. Your channel is a great substitute for the lack of good TV programming on Sunday evening’s. Many thanks for taking the time to include us in your journey!

[@TheDELAMY]

Happy Christmas to the Red Poppy Ranch Family & Friends. From the U K.

[@kpatrickolivier2705]

Don't forget that this would be a good time to add your bracing for the goose neck trailer hook-up. Keep up the good work 👍👍.

[@jspec-vz3mc]

That old Hobart machine is a beast. I have one too I use for regular mig and aluminum work. It's a heavy piece of kit.

[@karengossett1475]

Reed coming out to the garage to hang with the boys 😢❤ Loved it! 🙏

[@russellwatters5891]

The truck bed will be awesome when ya'll finish it, great to see Rhett in there learning or expanding a craft. Love what you're doing ❤️

[@sampointau]

When you go to put that 52" light bar above the windscreen, put that sunvisor back on, it'll stop the light coming in to the cab as well as stop the hood getting lit up too much, unless you mount it on the top bar of the flatbed headrail.

[@sandsock]

I have a buddy like your son , mechanically gifted. Always messing with vehicles. Encourage him to find a good chiropractor. So he can take care of himself. Climbing in and out of cars and trucks trying to put a bolt in a hole. Is hard on your body. He needs to take care of himself when he is young

[@djot1745]

I enjoy watching you work with your children. I can't wait to see the flat bed finished.

[@brandonrichter6910]

Need extra bedrooms just get a camper trailer or an old motorhome. Don't blow your work area and it'll be easy to heat/ac for visitor comfort.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Enjoy watching and listening! Love seeing your boy's out with you helping or playing pool! Also love looking at the Beautiful snow!

[@ChiChi_Shaw]

Such a beautiful couple. Both hardworking and supportive of each other. I'm with you Heath. I would rather be uncomfortably warm than be cold. Those memories Rhett will cherish them forever. I love ya'll for real ♥️ . God bless your family 👪 🙏 ❤️

[@gabrielestrada4803]

Oh thank GOD! I love to sit and talk to who ever is working on something for me! I wasn’t sure if it was just me. Thanks for showing me. I feel as long as the conversation is good, it should be ok!?

[@charleeghee7195]

The stories you tell in your videos makes it so enjoyable. You are appreciated.

[@danblumel]

Ashes work great on the slick driveway too !!! Ashes are basic so they help counteract overly acidic soil. They contain lots of calcium, which neutralizes acidity, plus some potassium, phosphorus, and trace elements.

[@capeclearisland]

Just about to say that; ashes are good on ice..

[@pamt7740]

Coming on great!! When you did the flyover of the mountain I wondered if you and Mark did a flyover of the ranches to say 'Howdy neighbour' 😁 Tie a green ribbon on the back to say fine thanks lol.

[@rbrack54]

I used a propane torch for a while to light my fire as well, but propane is costing more every year. I found out if I light up some kindling on top of all the wood (an old Norwegian trick to light fires) It will burn right down through the middle and slowly sets the whole thing on fire. You already load you stove up full, most people still start a fire with kindling then slowly put piece after piece on. The way we do it, you light it and adjust your air flow as needed by the time you need to add more wood you have a great bed of coals to work with. 👍 It is wonderful thing to see your son grow into a man. When you have a great marriage with a man and a woman that truly love each other it reflects into their children. God bless you and your family. Have Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. 🎄

[@adubbelde1]

I have many memories with my Dad and Brother in Law. we built many things together. We started with Campers. First a couple of bumper pulls and then a slide in for a pickup. The last one was a fifth Wheel which I hauled from MN to Yellowstone. We had finished a couple of houses together before we built 2 completely by ourselves and then a couple more where we contracted a lot but did the electrical and finishing. We built a couple of utility trailers as well. I was building a 37 Chev Pickup with dad when he passed suddenly almost 30 years ago. The 37 got stored and sat for over 25 years. I'm now building it by myself.

[@chucklogan9611]

Merry Christmas and a very Happy and Prosperous New Year

[@erehwon7729]

after hearing about the plans for bedrooms, I would suggest checking into building a good sized brick/concrete mass heater. they use one or two hot burns a day, they are usually used in scaniavian homes and should keep the shop warm hours after the hot fire dies. some designs include areas for baking. by using an outside air source for the fire you would have a better draft, without drawing cold air from under doors,ect. for the fire. equipped with a shutter to keep cold air out after the fire dies. the heater does not use a damper. so the fires burn hot. due to the mass, they provide an even heat and are much safer than your barrel or torpedo heaters. when you seal up the eves the shop should hold in the heat. can't wait to see the truck completed, also to find out the color you have chosen...

[@The_Osprey]

I've seen "rocket mass stoves" here on KZbin along those lines. I hear they require way less fuel too.

[@Mounty621]

I can’t tell you how much I love seeing you work with your sons and passing on those skills for another generation. Merry Christmas, Heath & Cedar and Family!

[@jackl9922]

The rare times we use our wood stove, we enjoy it. Normally, we don’t like the hassle, and natural gas is cheap enough for us. A couple of years ago when furnace failed in the winter, we were thankful to have our emergency wood in the garage to keep heating for 5 weeks. It started fun, but house was too warm or too cool. I was happy when furnace changed out. We have enough wood and gasoline for generator if things fall. In the interim, thermostat is friend. Like what you all do. It’s not for me, but enjoy watching. 20 yrs ago would have. My mother did, but regretting I think.

[@waynewillard7402]

The time together with the kids will be memories they carry for the rest of their lives.

[@josephbrown-ut9ty]

JudithB I Pot potash from my wood stove in the garden beds, around the fruit trees and berries, on the yard, and in a hole for the chickens to bathe in. Good stuff!!! I let my ashes sit in the bucket outside for a day or so, to make sure they are cold!!! We got low 40s for a few days, and then days of mid 30s, theres even a hint of frozen stuff coming! We havent had snow for the holidays in many years!

[@cindykrou]

Wood ash added to your chickens' Pen for dust bath helps to suffocate parasites such as mites, lice, fleas and ticks.

[@daddygoat]

I love the way you angled the back corners instead of just squaring off the back, I t looks so much more interesting. It is details like that bring it to the next level.

[@darellsunderlin4670]

I had three much older brothers and they always helped pa withe projects, I didn't till alot later on life when he was slowing down, but the projects I did help him with a great memory's. And I totally agree about working with your son , mine is the same ,kind hearted to the soul , gental and a good man . I love working with him to watch him as he carefully figures out and executes problems. I have always said there are different minds and he has the same as me. My Dad and my brother's, a mechanical mind.

[@richardthomas1743]

Hello Red Poppy and thumbs UP!

[@Teodede]

If you've ever turned your bright lights on while driving in a snow storm, and weren't able to see, thats exactly what will happen every time you have that light bar on right above your windshield. Ideally you'd have the light as far forward, no higher than your hood, with the beam not extending above your sight line. I ran two Rigid Industries Spot beam fixtures, mounted onto my plow light mount, and it worked really well at giving me great boost of light without blinding me when snow would blow up from plowing or when it was snowing heavy.

[@leobaltz2057]

Thank you! Heath! For sharing this beautiful journey!

[@AndyFletcherX31]

I find that if I dip a damp sheet of kitchen roll into the ashes then a bit of gentle rubbing will quickly remove the gunk from the window of my stove. The ashes act as a mild abrasive which gets it off without scratching the glass.

[@laruedouglas7972]

So nice to see you working, talking and teaching your son.🥰. Even though I was only girl of 4, I would be out in the garage helping my dad overhaul a motor or cooking with him. I sure miss those times 😢.

[@ShouldersMoondog549]

That bed will add some weight to the back of the truck!! it's going to need it when you push snow!! Always enjoy your video's! Merry Christmas and Happy New Years to you and the family!! Cheers from WV!!

[@EdJHunter]

Amazing view, wish I could come by someday,. Its very beautiful over there, reminds me a little of our vacations to Scotland. Hills and mountains we just love them.

[@jackbockman3102]

As usual, a piece of film genius. Thank you all.

[@beachlife9419]

Awesome job and teaching him too , think more kids need to learn more then just go to school

[@paddycaseygsxr]

Watching from the uk 🇬🇧 👍👍👍👍

[@everettvancampen3315]

You have enough head room. I would look at building a small loft for the bedrooms and household storage for the totes.

[@claireburkus8497]

Merry Christmas to your whole family!!!

[@jimlong527]

Son and I have matching cars and there is nothing better than working with him when he is here, he is in Chicago and I Englewood Fl Life is short enjoy every moment.

[@jasonlightfoot4145]

Get little square 4" ditch lights and mount them on the cowl, they are great for plowing.

[@tombrenes2411]

Father & Son truck Awesome build

[@jeffwilliams9086]

Thanks for another enjoyable video. Once again I’m inspired to do more and to have gratitude for the relationships In my life. Your channel is a blessing in many ways, more than just the entertainment, and for those blessings I’m thankful. Wishing you and your family all the best!

[@shadegarden7375]

A totally different truck now!! Lots of hard work!!

[@denis9450]

To you and yours have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year lots of love from Liverpool England😀

[@SWAMPHUNTER644]

I have never heard or seen you mention rhubarb. Some people call it pie plant. The leaves are poisonous with oxalic acid. The cut up stems when cooked, make a delicious pie, sometimes with strawberries added. I like the pie made as rhubarb custard with eggs added. Your wood ashes do wonders for the growth of rhubarb. You should check out some recipes. You harvest in late spring, usually in May. You can also make it into a nice sauce, which freezes well. The rhubarb is a bit tart so sugar is needed. Sweeten to taste.

[@robertkeime4907]

Oven cleaner works great on glass insert

[@jacovanzyl2676]

Vinegar works like a charm on the fireplace glass. Greetings from South Africa, and a very merry Christmas.

[@thetravellingpicker5096]

Your editing and video quality has gone way up. Fun to watch the evolution. Love the idea about lining up the flatbed with body line. Did make a difference. Kudos to you for listening to your son on that idea.

[@scottbashus8359]

All you have to do is just simply wet a rag and then dab it in the cold ashes in the stove. Use the rag full of ash to clean the glass and then just simply wipe the leftover film away. I've always been amazed at how well this works.

[@paulsvensson5247]

Another way to clean the glass is to use som soft paper you wet a little, then take some ashes on it and dry the glass.

[@hsailer]

I think you could use a ceiling rafter mounted crane or hoist, on a rail so it could travel.

[@wildbill23c]

I think that would be very handy...although, I think a 4 post lift would be great investment for the shop as well. I'd love to have a lift, but I don't have a garage or a shop to put one in so it wouldn't get used much.

[@danblumel]

I think a free standing gantry would be better and stronger.

[@charleshenry5139]

Hey Guys the best way to clean the stove glass is to take a damp cloth dip it in some wood ashes and wipe the glass. Then with a clean dry cloth wipe it clean . Believe my it works great! Take Care Chuck!

[@charlesowens9784]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video

[@billsears1622]

Loved seeing the package of JB Weld sitting on top of the welder. LOL

[@rogerford4427]

Father and Son time will spent. 🤙May all of the family have a Marry Christmas. 🙏

[@Blueeys55]

Some if those ashes would be great for your chickens! Really good for them! Just make sure they are completely out and cool.

[@scottensley9964]

You should build the two bedrooms on a second floor above where the bathroom is.

[@dorothyallen3614]

Great work on your truck rebuild Heath your coming along just fine, Your time with your boys was special and heart felt, thanks for sharing those precious moments. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year for 2023🎄🎁❄️

[@coop_coop007]

I have had cheap, cable sweeps on many of my trucks which have saved the windscreen plenty of times.

[@wattsoutadventures4346]

Hey sir, you mentions trimming the road so you don’t break the windshield again. Might want to look into adding cables on each side from the roof the the front headlights. This will help push beaches away from you windshield. We do this to our off road vehicles out here in Montana. Trucks looking good!

[@ret96b]

You should use the ashes from the stove on your driveway, it is excellent for traction when it gets slippery.

[@thewalkingdad68]

For everyone complaining about what Heath is doing and why he's doing it in the order he's doing it, just shut your pie hole. He's doing it the way he wants and in the order he wants. Truth be known, it all has to be done before the plow truck would even make it down the road and back. And for those complaining about the fact there wasn't a video up on Thursday, get a life. That man has a family to take care of and it's Christmas time. Heath, you're doing a fine job on everything there, even if it's not the way some folks would do them. Keep plugging away... you'll get there.

[@mocktheday9322]

It's important to carefully plan and execute each step to ensure that the finished flatbed is strong and durable enough to safely transport the intended load. So take your time, no hurry. Happy holidays folks 🌲🌲🎄🎄🧙‍♂🧙‍♂

[@danielmarek4609]

The truck really has come together pretty well. Can't wait to see it plow the snow and haul a few loads!

[@kenvangoe9358]

The acorns don't fall to far from the tree Heath and yeah Rhett probably is just like his dad hope the wait is worth it on the truck but as usual even when you say you're done it won't be done pretty much guarantee that I can see Ruby in the front seat already so be careful and stay safe my friend God love ya all.

[@dusty2206]

Best thing u could do with a slippery steep uphill driveway when u burn wood, and have a bunch of ash. Spread it on the driveway. Works better than salt, insta traction, or just save a bucket or 2 of ash for when someone can't make it up, throw it out in front of there tires. It works 99 percent of the time.

[@Wild-Dad]

My youngest daughter has taken the same job tract too - she's in an apprentice program working on fleet vehicles (cars and pickup) and buses.

[@odinncool]

Hot air holds a lot of water. Cold air holds little water. In the middle of your wall where hot meets cold, vapour condenses into water. This can rot wood and cause mold. That is why you should put a vapour barrier on the inside of your house. That way the water escapes out a window instead of condensing in a wall. Now this is critical in a living space because of a kitchen and washroom. Not as much with a garage. The exposed rockwool just had me thinking. Cool video. Best wishes to you, regards from Iceland.

[@ronicarbine8723]

With regards to the extra bedrooms, might i suggest a loft on the right side of the building. Then you can have shelving under it for storage etc.

[@jamesdidit]

Quick tip cover the glass while welding and grinding

[@lewisgardner1660]

Thanks guys for another enjoyable video ♥️

[@billywilliams6853]

Have you done a SHOP video? Size (L,W,H), trusts, insulation, roofing, floor.

[@lynnperdue1571]

The ashes work for nonskid on the lane.

[@sinclairpages]

I was glad to see RET doing work with the had tools (grinder) with you. I know you thought him a lot about how to use the tools. You just didn't show him much doing detail help. A father and son should do a lot of manual work together, it is a good bonding time. Build a special truck seat for the dog. She loves you. I remember all the times my father I spent together doing the manual task. I regret that I will never have that opportunity as I have no children. I am from a family also of five boys. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOUR AND YOUR FAMILY. BE SAFE, DO NOT TAKE CHANCES.

[@dinotudisca3821]

What all do you need to do for wiring on the plow. Those style blizzards are real simple to wire up.

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Merry Christmas to your family! God bless you!

[@Beef.Farmer18]

I use wood ash and water to clean the window on my wood stove.

[@randalmartin438]

Give you a suggestion on your skirt put tool boxes on it I know that they're paying and they're prone to rust if you do it properly and put the right prep into it you'll love them

[@nothingisreal6345]

Here in good ol' Germany the price for firewood has doubled since last year, left alone that you can't buy any this winter anymore. Earliest deliveries end of 2023 if you order today. So your off-grid live style comes along with advantages these days.

[@mikehealey83]

Love the snooker talk!!!

[@jefftrag1956]

Put the shop bedrooms like a second story and you will have floor space below them.

[@corollaae8645]

The bed looks great! I can’t wait until it’s done. Merry Christmas!

[@Mrshoujo]

You're going to have to seal off that shop roof so heat stops leaking out and bugs don't come in. Any spot where you see outside light needs sealed up. Like at the top of the walls where it meets the roof.

[@brandonrichter6910]

It'd stay a lot more comfortable in the shop if you'd seal off the eaves at the bottom of the roofline. Build one fire in the woodstove and put in a couple all nighters (an unsplit log as big around as will fit through the door) it'll keep it decent in there for a couple days

[@mitemluh]

Loving the plow truck build! So cool seeing you fabricate the whole thing! You the man Heath! Merry Christmas Skinners

[@gelzinis978]

Ammonia works well for cleaning the glass, I’m pretty sure I saw it in a Wranglerstar video. It’s better than any other product we have tried.

[@richardrobinson746]

I have a wood burning stove and I use windex, works good and is easy-to-use

[@stimpyueediot]

breaks my heart a little every time i see a tool laying on and sparks landing on your pool table felt.

[@randallreece3636]

another great video....the trucks gonna be awesome

[@Williamballou]

Yes have a little storm at home now and a video to watch love this channel!!