#76 Built a big metal roof on a 20ft shipping container (+ technical drawings)

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0:00 Recap
0:19 New container
3:05 Intro
4:38 Clearing the area
9:04 Start building
11:08 Cutting metal
12:30 Drilling holes
14:48 Welding
15:59 Sanding and painting
17:45 Meet Jaime
18:19 Assembling the roof
23:33 Digger
24:36 Outro
25:27 Important part!

[@ProjectKamp]

Get more information + CAD files + Blueprints here: community.projectkamp.com/research/make-a-basekamp-extension-in-a-container

[@jetblack2602]

Maybe you can pin this comment, so that it doesn't get lost?

[@JohannFritz78]

Or add it to the description of the video

[@squatsnoats6503]

You couldmake gutters around the roof and guide the rainwater to a desired place, maybe the creek or some garden area to use for watering. If heavy rain keeps dripping down the roof there could eventually be some unwanted erosion.

[@pavelcuba9260]

Same thoughts! Maybe one or two big tank(1000l) for water from the water from roof. In summer it could be very useful in case of drought where are only strong but small thunders with rain. That fast water has no chance to suck in to the ground and will only flow away... this could rly helps

[@KcarlMarXs]

I wouldn't collect water of metal roofing. It's heavy metal central.

[@RCake]

​@@KcarlMarXs not for drinking water - but nothing wrong in using it for the garden

[@TheJazz747]

Yes was thinking the same, just need one gutter at the bottom edge since its at a drop

[@mHysteresis]

@@KcarlMarXs collecting water from metal roof is done in a lot of countries. You just need the right metal/paint on it

[@Ian_Christensen]

Nice monday afternoon drop...

[@MrRamkulov]

Tuesday is my area

[@DrakeHasADaughter]

@@MrRamkulov ?

[@slotho122]

I love how y’all treat your neighbors. It’s one of the reasons I like this channel so much, because they are so friendly to everyone they have worked with.

[@melissasueferrin3409]

You REALLY need to make a biochar oven to burn the brambles and young mimosas. Open burning releases the carbon into the atmosphere, whereas biochar captures it and is a very valuable soil additive.

[@dsl28]

I was thinking too that all the wood burning goes against the eco message of this channel. Similarly - “Burning brambles so they don’t catch fire” my brain needs to make a few leaps to make sense of this 😅

[@loganhonors4154]

@@dsl28 controlled burns are a real tool used to maintain and protect ecosystems. A series of small burns over time prevents a large fire in the future.

[@melissasueferrin3409]

@@loganhonors4154 ​ @Logan Honors I'm not saying that they shouldn't burn that stuff--THEY SHOULDN'T BE BURING IT IN AN OPEN PILE. Do you know what biochar is? They can very simply make an anaerobic burn chamber that will not burn the brambles down to ash but instead make a kind of carbon/charcoal out of it. This very porous carbon will hold carbon, will sequester the carbon in the soil, the tiny pours allow the solid to hold more water and create habitat for healthy solid life. It's a win for them, a win for the soil, a win for their neighbors, a win for every living being on the planet. Whereas doing open controlled burns like the did here only has one advantage--reducing forest fire risk. And while that is very very important, making biochar instead will also give that advantage, along with countless others.

[@melissasueferrin3409]

@@chrischart2386 Those farmers should also be making BIOCHAR. And in fact the number of US farmers who are making biochar is growing every day because it's one of the most promising tools we have to avoid human-caused extinction on earth.

[@oakolive]

@@dsl28 Bramble is actually a huge fire risk. While the outside of a bramble bush is green and lush, the inside is actually quite dry and becomes a big fire risk in the Portuguese summers. While making biochar or composting them is obviously the ideal way, sometimes it's a bit time intensive compared to burning them.

[@frankhanna6745]

Nice to see Dave getting more involved in hands on projects again 😊

[@JoffJk]

I agree

[@RMarie62]

I think it would be nice to paint each container with a different colour love what your all doing be happy be safe

[@lizvanwessem2055]

was thinking the same thing, might also help prevent more rust...

[@korigarim]

Yeah, it would look a lot better !

[@hennnnerz]

I like the existing look of the container and the story it tells. Although colours would look good too!

[@dynamicduo222]

17:47 these intros for new people is awesome! short, simple, and sweet + it reminds me of introducing new characters into a movie or tv show

[@JoffJk]

Yes, really nice way of introducing new faces

[@hope-0007-]

1-Collect rainwater- 2- use the roof for more solar nice job ❤

[@KcarlMarXs]

They have better water sources. Metal roof can contain heavy metals

[@hope-0007-]

@@KcarlMarXs true they can use it for drip irrigation for plants..

[@jegorbigdan]

as an architect I love to see all those DIY construction episodes. Dave’s a good designer.

[@ribbonwing]

When you burn stuff, you should make it into biochar! It's slightly more work, but not a ton - you basically just dig a pit, put stuff in and set it on fire, and then put out the fire at the right point to get biochar instead of ash. You can find instructions on youtube if you search 'Biochar pit method' or the like.

[@Tavok22]

I thougt the same. There was good stuff for biocharcoal.

[@PTemnikov]

They could build a pit with wall for it and make video about it)

[@DrewAlvedro]

Everyone boost this comment ⬆️

[@PTemnikov]

@@DrewAlvedro how can we?

[@melissasueferrin3409]

BIOCHAR!!!! please anyone reading this who is not familiar with the term, find out--it's one of our best tools to survive the future.

[@pavelcuba9260]

Maybe one or two big tank(1000l) for water from the roof. In summer it could be very useful in case of drought where there are only strong but small thunders with heavy rain. That fast water has no chance to suck in to the ground and will only flow away... this could rly helps

[@natalia6469]

Adrian's words are a motto to live by, I love it: "Are you scared?" "No! We're having fun :D"

[@franceswatts4001]

Christmas carols in May! Loved Andy Ellison’s version of Once in Royal David’s City playing while clearing around the container. (Thanks, Shazam)

[@AeroxMZL]

I think it would be good to add a gutter to collect rain water for the dry summers and dont have that much water coming down at the edge

[@Zanduby]

Editing and flow of these videos are improving immensely. Great job, keep it up!

[@muskokalad9567]

He banjo music that never ends??

[@asmarbasta1805]

I always loved Julie energies, she brouht joy and always happy

[@guilhermeantoniorossiberna1335]

she is awesome

[@Sockieknowshockey]

Good work. My only concern would be in a high wind how the roof will behave. It’s like a big wing.

[@kanishka.b8550]

Underneath the roofing sheets are not obstructed, which allows wind to flow from top and bottom, so the lift created is very small and that’s bolted down real good!.

[@wznq]

Im pretty sure they made sure it didnt act like that before building.

[@colinmcnall-fb8ts]

Yeah that could be dangerous my idea was for a raised platform maybe they could make support posts

[@austinrogers465]

A trick that I learned for clearing root balls on small to medium sized trees: Cut the tree off at 5ft/1.5m, then use the leverage of the extended trunk to pull the tree over. You can use a chain fall to pull the trunk over, and the mechanical advantage of a used car tire or large wood block at the fulcrum (the root ball) to pull the root ball upwards. This works especially well when you have trees nearby, because you can use the base of an adjoining tree as the anchor for your chain fall. I would be interested to see if this technique works on mimosa's as well as it does my local trees such as cedar and juniper. Congratulations on 500k, I've watched the struggle with those mimosa trees with a strong twinge of sympathy!

[@TheSchwaehn]

The white ashes left from burning is excellent fertilizer, you should collect and use those for vegetable growing and other gardening stuff

[@tomsorensen1711]

your cinematography in the welding portions is excellent. you keep yourself well organized and it’s so unnecessarily satisfying!

[@thelittleholding]

Massive congratulations on hitting 500k subscribers, so deserved! -G&R 😊

[@DEVINdevdev]

507k now. over 1% more in matter of hours. awesome!

[@MrUled]

Collecting rainwater off the roof might be interesting

[@KcarlMarXs]

For what? Heavy metals off metal roofing

[@MrUled]

@@KcarlMarXs watering the plants

[@teslafudge1585]

Seeing COUSIN do all this cool homesteading is awesome.

[@leacruz7311]

Neat. Next container can be a mirror image, with roof connected in the middle!

[@PTemnikov]

They will need to increase the length of beams. But the idea is nice. I have seen it on my outskirts - someone built a hangar from 3 stacked in column containers with a roof. Not sure if it was cheaper than building right out steel beams and metal sheets)

[@martinndori3778]

You can add more solar panels on that roof and gutters for rain water harvesting, good job.

[@kittimcconnell2633]

Dave has much confidence in measuring, cutting and drilling! That is a talent, very useful.

[@pedrofigueiredo4654]

Let my give an idea : Use the new roof to collect rain water. Is good to store water for the coming summer and keep the water to dig a trench when fall into the soil. Great job. Cheers

[@ddspixelrush6848]

Maybe use some rope at the cornes to anker down the roof. If it gets windy the roof could act like a sail and it could rip away

[@mlee1964]

I don’t know if they exist, but if there is a KZbin awards your channel should win them all! David’s fabrication skills are most impressive.

[@mikeg.1923]

What about a rain gutter attached to the roof, and gathering rainwater for some future uses? 🤗

[@finnanloveday]

Wasn't expecting to hear "once in Royal david City" banjo version none the less 👍

[@franceswatts4001]

The musician is Andy Ellison if you want to hear more like this.

[@ruthscott5166]

I agree with others: rain gutters and rain catchment for garden use

[@Sciayam]

As a Dane I always find it nice to see our big Brands exposed all over the world, he he Maersk is the biggest compagny here, also Velux was Danish. So nice that you give back to your neighbours, and to see you work so well together :) Vey nice roof !! I wish for RAIN soon and NO FIRES.

[@braamjooste1]

Great video, welding, small-scale farming, build a garden shed, metal fabrication,workshop, wood chipper,container building, off grid, self-sufficient, portugal, van life, clearing invasive species, algorithm, earth, Yoga

[@gospelofchange]

Groovy sounds. I'm watching while I do the dishes which makes me feel 10x productive

[@Pair1maxim]

That "Cutting Metal" part is incredibly well edited, thanks for the masterpiece!

[@IgyOS]

Hope you don't have strong winds in the area. You just made a giant wing above this container. He won't fly away but this metal sheets will. I have seen it many times. No wind -no problem but if you do, you need to prevent wind to blow belowe metal sheets. Or a easy fix put some strong bolts on all 4 ends of the roof. Regular roof metal screws do not hold well in the storm. I know that for shure.

[@georgeattig8088]

Great to hear Dave’s voice in the intro (I can understand him clearly) and have him participating in this epic recycling adventure.

[@BrandonFireDance]

Super impressive to see the type of large scale metalworking projects you all are working on! Keep it up, Project Kamp!

[@Alex-fy7sc]

i don't usually comment but as a long time viewer i must say the quality of the videos increased a lot and this one was really good. keep up the good work

[@GodOfBiscuits66]

Nice job! And that roof is strong enough if you needed to add more solar panels for the Kamp.

[@metatechhd]

👏👍👌 Great job on building the big roof on the shipping container! But what I really love about your videos is how you and your team have become a true community throughout the series. It's inspiring to see how well you work together and support each other. Keep up the amazing work!

[@LiamV..]

Another video, another happy day ❤️

[@racebanning6390]

Project Kamp always fun and unique!!!!!... super kool ideas and results. !!

[@colinmcnall-fb8ts]

One thing you should do is build a raised platform attached to the container to keep your storage off the ground where it’s damp even though you flattened the ground there’s still a chance for water to flow underneath the container a little I understand that you might not see this and that won’t break my heart so don’t worry if you see this too late

[@marieasplantas6561]

Very good! the roof turned out great 🤩Why don't you make a gutter system to concentrate the water that falls from the roof into a single pipe? instead of dripping all over the roof? That way you can even save that rainwater and use it in a water tank, in the showers, in a toilet flush or in the garden... I think it would be a useful idea. Here in Brazil we store this water in cisterns 🌱

[@stschubs]

really missed dave last season so glad he's back in full force. Also...these comments sections just kill me...and I know everyone says it but WOW the quality of video!

[@stroopwafel6707]

I love this so much when I come back from school and notice a new video is online it always makes me happy these video's are so calming

[@robertpurves3195]

Such courage jumping off the roof! And you stuck the landing. Well done sir!

[@danny_harris]

I’d definitely try and find a way to capture rain water from that roof! And also perhaps it would be a perfect place for solar panels?

[@maddy-chan1351]

Your videos got so much more quality then last season! I love it so much and can`t for next monday! 🙂it`s good to see your community grow and how everybody works together

[@DUFMAN123]

Great video guys, the editing and videography is really fantastic. One small piece of feedback I would have is to consider lowering the volume of the music a little.

[@SolarLantern424]

04:41 Aaahhhh time for some nice seasonal music: "Once in Royal Davids city, stood a lowly cattle shed..." 🌲🌲

[@Cynhilde]

❤ Jaime is really cool. More with/about him please!❤

[@jeffcameron7853]

Have you looked at making charcoal and biochar from the mimosa trunks? Turn the problem into a solution, adding biochar to the soil improves the soil and it's moisture holding capacity and helps prevent tinder dry conditions. Ideally make in the cooler parts of the year.

[@melissasueferrin3409]

Yes! Everyone who has material to burn should be making biochar.

[@petroniomacedo4804]

You definitely need to collect water from the roof as it will contribute to erosion around the container. Direct it to the creek or to a deposit, the more you need. Strong hug. A lot of peace.

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

Just for aesthetics, I would like to see the rust ground off and the storage container painted a nice camo green to blend in with the side surroundings 😉

[@braschny]

Nice platform for some pv panels 😊 and some watercatching construction❤ love your videos. I would like to live and do with you guys.

[@manulutine4368]

Your videos are insanely entertaining. The editing is on point! 👍

[@alkaiosstelios8044]

Great build! I recommend installing rain gutters on the lower side of the roof to protect even better the surface below it. You could also collect that water, if needed.

[@604Beta]

I work in the fabrication business and the only suggestion I could make after watching is if you're anticipating a lot of sanding work in the future, I would invest in an pnuematic orbital sander as it can go a long way when preparing metal for painting. Also, lubricating while countersinking makes the process much smoother.

[@rudyfisher7660]

I've already watched this video once before and you've put in your roof the roof on top of the container well. The nice thing about putting a roof on top of the container. You can also slant it and collect water off of it. You could also take another container if you'll watch ambition strikes on KZbin. They built a system on a container that will tilt. And no matter what happens you can make a lot of power and their system is really really nice. They run their whole house system on it welder's plasma tables. You name it air conditioning systems you name it they've got to get system

[@kittimcconnell2633]

We have a metal roof on our house here in Tennessee USA, and painted it a light grey color. That light color helps a great deal with ambient heat.

[@stephenwang5168]

I like Jaime! Hope you can stay more and see you contribute on more projects.

[@jeffmarner3106]

Don’t you remember just cleaning rust off everything that you thought would remain dry? Also, just looking at the mimosas and eucalyptus. You may wish to consider its value in coppicing. Maybe keeping a few in strategic areas where you may want firewood.

[@captaindrp82]

all those mimosa trees could be cut for logs to make dugout cabins for yourselves. dugout cabins would stay cooler in the summer without need for a/c

[@TravelwithBreezy]

Congrats on 500k subs everyone!!!!!! So excited for this season! Videos are really hitting their stride now!🎉

[@sorilk4205]

So happy to see a spanish guy over there with all of you🤗 Great job from Valencia!🫶🏻

[@mdsuhaiib]

your video editor is too good man really m enjoying all these music u put it in between , it is soothingggg

[@rachadzghendy2668]

Watch ur back 🧎🧎use the legs while lifting. I wait for Mondays to watch your videos. Team work for a better lifestyle what a lovely community 👌👌

[@BlockBlender]

I know there is plenty of water on the property, but thats a nice roof for catching some rain water!

[@user-ls6qk7cx7f]

One of these machines and your camps ability to operate these machines it's worth a lot. These machines built the modern world.c

[@asmarbasta1805]

Happy monday, Happy Kamp dayy:)

[@Cynhilde]

Great job, gang! Loved the boss jumping off the roof and swinging from the beams. Don't need a gym! Lol

[@pablohippy]

‘Once in royal David’s city 🎼’ (6 mins in) 😂 Truly love watching your vids - amazing

[@EternalGamingNet]

Great video, base camp os really starting to take shape.

[@Kieronshaw]

Perfect place for more power generation to aid future expansion, plenty of room for solar panels on there. Love the videos guys

[@michaelcravens3767]

Have you thought of using the roof for rain water catchment. You could use that water for irrigation around the base camp.

[@theprophetm.8353]

I don't have anything to say im just here for the algorithm. Keep up the good work

[@ryanrodgers5281]

I love this place. Nothing but peace and prosperity to you all!

[@barrysims7755]

Safety - quick observation. The holes in the container you cut out to push the long steel work through. Make sure the corners are rounded off. If someone catches them by accident you could have a serious injury.

[@pap314]

I really appreciate the weekly videos

[@jittevanveen5611]

This jazzy funk music makes assembling a roof so much more fun to watch.

[@RoryOConnor]

Nice roof design/build came together perfect, maybe needs a few blobs of silicone around the bolts, white vinegar/acetic acid/wire brush could be handy to wash/ remove the top rust

[@camerondavisslag]

the cinematography is next level this szn laddies

[@givolimyerukim]

man but the engineering on some of these projects is so impressive ! who came up with the construction plan and steps to this container roof? so calculated and impressive in my opinion!

[@marcuzzo211]

these videos have so much worth dude its insane how i watch up to you it simply makes our hearts lough of joy seeing you guys doing this ^^ much love from cologne

[@Annemarietjuh1]

Maybe a idea to make a draining system on the roof, sow you have free water for the garden? In the netherlands we call it a rainpipe, with a water ton.

[@mavisgillard653]

You have done a lot in three summers!! I really appreciate your community and the interesting projects you have. And I love the communal nature of your organization!!

[@Insights_Africa9047]

I love the coordination, the energy that you guys put to this project..❤

[@ernestospadolesto8126]

Respect asparagus, very clean mechanically executed work. A storm is mitigated enough by the surrounding trees, shouldn't be a problem for the roof. Your team works well too and everyone seems to be having fun.

[@Seiaeka]

You could use bramble vines and thin mimosa branches to make a wattle fence around the old well for better safety.

[@oswaldmalecki231]

A good container solution I saw several times is a long one and 2 short ones at the sides. Put a roof on that so you have lots of storage and a dry place between.

[@thomasedmunds8530]

Hi love your videos. Had a thought. When your drilling many of the exact same part. Try setting up a block next to the clamp so you slide the metal in and then every time it’s in exactly the same spot. And you don’t have to spend all the time measuring and centre punching each hole.

[@ghomerhust]

MAKE SURE TO OIL YOUR TAPS when making threads! the tool will last MUCH longer!! another great use of that used motor oil! just a few drops as you tap, keeps the threads sharp, and lets the cutting action work better

[@mistersniffers5922]

It's super strong, very well designed.

[@biggyfry07]

Was expecting to see an increase in solar production with this roof but otherwise a fantastic upgrade. need gutters to collect rain water

[@charliebeaumont8548]

Was just watching your old videos and would love to see update on your lake ! Could help but think you could do more there , maybe clean up the water and remove the stumps and plant some grass make it a really nice swimming hole

[@zackwolfe4794]

It's so easy and exciting to imagine all the interesting uses this building can have over the years, and all the possibilities for it to grow alongside the community