We Said We'd Never Do This Again...

[@johnjulie6657]

Hi Boon... hi Bailey 😀

[@AmbitionStrikes]

🐶

[@jimdegeorge5517]

Red hot smiles 😁

[@anthonybarron7296]

You both are amazing. Love watching your videos

[@kingrafa3938]

That heater is cool.

[@stevensmith8847]

You should look at getting some Cougar Paws magnetic roofing boots. I bought some when I put my roof on and they really work.

[@peterhorner364]

Perfect way on the chimney 😊

[@abidine762]

Bonjour mes chers amis.

[@GirdHerd]

I think it's going to work great too.

[@stuartlafrancis1371]

Great install choice

[@HoodBillyLife]

It seemed like it was just getting exciting and then it was over lol can’t wait to see the next video

[@jbarvideo12]

Nice job installing the protection for the bottom of the oil heater chimney!

[@АлексейГандыбин]

Ребята вы молодцы !

[@mrfarmer532]

Yea ! Love 💗 Ambition Strikes !

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😊

[@reeblesnarfle4519]

You walked carrying that heater with a rope tangled in your feet!!!😳 DANGER WILL ROBINSON!🔥

[@SuperD37]

Few suggestions from the peanut gallery. 1. Tie off to something more substantial than the ATV. There is a measurable weight difference but you need to account for any momentum gained prior to the load hitting the ATV amd I think you'll find the ATV lacking if he gets to sliding before the slack hits. 2. Either of you up there should be wearing a helmet. There are several good climbing models. Even a short drop can cause significant head injuries if swinging into a wall, edge, or other obstruction. 3. Not sure which rope you're using but that didn't look substantial. Invest in a good climbing rope and full-body climbing harness. A full harness will ensure you don't come out if you end up inverted. Lastly, I tried to see the tie off knot but wasn't able, but it didn't appear to have a safety stopper knot. Please ensure you're using good climbing knots that will hold. Learning from a roofing company or taking a few climbing lessons are a good idea if you don't already have that skill set. Stay safe, we really like your content and are rooting for you guys.

[@loucinci3922]

Back on the roof. You got this!

[@virginiagriggs71]

You need a ladder-max stand-off /Stabilizer made in Hayden Idaho

[@DonMalchow]

I don’t know if anybody has suggested this to you. I am a HD Mechanic and have used a large diesel heater like your 150,000 BTU heater to warm a machine up. Cover the machine with a large parachute and put the heater under one corner. We heated a Cat 988 log loader to temperatures warm enough to work in a t shirt. Outside temperatures were -40. Really enjoying your channel. I am in Quesnel BC Canada and have family south of your location in Craigmont Idaho. Don

[@megajamie86]

Nice👍

[@carolewarner101]

My legs feel rubbery just watching you up there!

[@NimblyJimbly]

Not sure if anyone has suggested it yet, but maybe put some of that spongey roof cap/vent material under the bottom side of the flashing in case you get a strong wind from that direction... or intrepid tiny animals. :)

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is a great idea!

[@Yellowjacket1977]

I am loving your videos! I found you about a week ago, and have binged-watched your channel from back before you bought your new property! I wanted to watch you build and move into your house!

[@bigunone]

Off Road forum I belong to had a discussion read major laugh about those cloth covers, the conclusion was they might work good on fresh snow but on ice they would be useless thank you for proving our conclusion! 🤣

[@chrismoore9997]

You need those fabric deals on all four tires.

[@yooperdog]

A roofer you are not. Glad you made it down safe.

[@derekhanneson9501]

Should be using ladder stand offs to avoid having the ladder against the building gutters ect Plus they make the ladder way more stable

[@philb4493]

That transition between the ladder and the roof wigs me out. No problem being on the roof... its getting there! And back!

[@hsjawanda]

You guys are totally awesome!!!

[@lilivicordero8077]

Awesome

[@GeoFry3]

Diesel heaters are kick ass. We used JP8 heaters working outside in South Dakota when it was double digit negatives ambient.

[@ardentenquirer8573]

I old and so I just build a chimney ladder it hooks over the ridge and it for cleaning the chimney and maintenance... Everybody understand you must clean the wood chimney at least once every year... even burning good wood

[@reeblesnarfle4519]

Put plastic sheeting all across ground floor where ground is exposed. [HEAVY mil sheeting, 10mils & up] Acting not only as a vapor barrier, but seals out alot of cold. 🧨[ I did this underneath an 85 yo uninsulated house I bought, and it helped ALOT! ] If you are careful, and do not punch holes in it, you can drive on it, no prob. Ducktape holes, it will hold up if you catch tears early. Worth the trouble.😎👍

[@mkollander99]

woohoo heat you both are wonderful thank you for sharing your life with us all

[@yvonlapalme7008]

Hi guys… will be a toasty garage… will also decrease heating needs in apartment. Have you looked at Rocket stoves? If you reconfigured your lower part of chimney thru thermal mass before exiting to the outside. I’m sure it would work less often etc. Great job guys… keep having fun. Cheers K&Y

[@susancollado5290]

💕The luxury of a great heat source💕One of those empty oil containers would make a great BBQ💕

[@kopenhagenkid]

Awesome looking heater Riley and Courtney

[@christalbert722]

FWIW- no matter what you plan you'll need to get up on the roof from time to time. I'd really recommend a "ladder port" or receiver.... you could buy one of course but given your guys abilities you could whip one up in a few minutes. That transition from ladder-to-roof and back is the part that always worries me the most, having something solid there *really* helps.

[@mkbman45]

👍I did roofing for 7 years and fell 1 time, and it was transitioning from ladder to roof. The ladder slide when I made the step up onto the roof. I broke my ankle, cracked a couple ribs and cut my chin down to the bone (I landed on the ladder and hit my face on it!) Everytime I shave and hit the scar from the stitches I remember that fall! Worst part was I had my PT Test for the U.S. Marshals that weekend. I was unable to do the test and missed out on becoming a Marshal. Be careful !!!

[@brianfackrell4139]

Cougarpaws makes boots with magnets for working on metal roofs.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That would be awesome, especially in summer when the roof is dusty!

[@_marcus_does_]

Love it x

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video Riley and Courtney

[@juliussigurorsson3509]

In Europe it is common to have chimneys just go out through the wall. Put two 90° turns on the pipe. Makes the installation easier - and the smoke and heat doesn't seem to mind.

[@basiljackson3829]

Except that in Germany, those chimneys can no longer be legally installed since Jan 1, 2022. Trust me, we had a real thrust getting ours in before Dec 31 for just that reason.

[@TheGreenNewSteal2025]

Other people have already covered my feeling towards tall ladders so instead I’ll share one barndominium tip I learned over the years. Outdoor entry stairs are a great space saver, especially with access to a deck but with packed snow they have a high degree of suckage. I would recommend also keeping some type of apartment access from inside with a ground floor entry. Icy steps are no fun for two or four legged critters. Thanks for the video guys.

[@corporealghoul]

A scissor lift and a hatch might be an easy way to get entry to the roof from inside.

[@rolfnilsen6385]

There are metal steps available where you clean the steps of ice and snow by walking on them (ok - some times you have to bring out the shovel). These are ideal for outdoor use in cold areas.

[@billyduffany3387]

I totally agree

[@BoomerKeith1]

"high degree of suckage". Well said!

[@SEAKAdventures]

The first step off the ladder and the first step back on are always the hardest! I’m sure the view off the roof is amazing on a clear day like that.

[@rolfnilsen6385]

I was on my roof three weeks ago due to a leak. I have a roof ladder in place which makes the transition much easier. Mentally at least :-) However there was some drama as the wind grabbed my vertical ladder and "moved it from a vertical position to an horisontal position". All good fun as I have a spot on the corner of the house not to far from the ground and some snow to dampen the landing :-) Next time I'll tie the two ladders together.

[@SEAKAdventures]

@@rolfnilsen6385 Good plan! Ive only ever had the ladder fall when shoveling snow from the roof. The benefit is after shovelling it made the jump very minimal like your experience. Hope you got the roof leak fixed up!

[@deanhatch4179]

Studded ice tires on the town rig will make life much easier. I run Yokohama Ice Guards with steel studs.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I think we will be adding studs before next winter!

[@punjabseth260]

nice👌👍

[@philreynolds7216]

Hey - Love your channel. I noticed at the very end of the video when Riley was getting off the roof, he stepped on the rung *above* the roof line. Now, in this (your) specific situation it might not be a big deal, but in general you never want to step on a rung above the roof line because all your weight is over the roof, and when you step onto the ladder, you’ll lean farther over the roof, and the eave will act like a fulcrum and kick the butt of the ladder out from under you. You always want to step onto a rung *below* the eave line. Again, *in general*. You’ve got a lot of ladder under you, and you might not be able to kick the butt out getting onto the roof of your *house*. You might be able to cause the problem getting onto the roof of your shed, though. Solutions: Drive a stake into the ground near the exterior wall and tie the bottom rung of the ladder to the stake.

[@bradmesserle999]

Yea dude I can get on the roof no problem.. it is getting down that drives me nuts :)

[@68lehman]

Shop Heat is a Must! Working on cars in the Antelope Valley for over thirty is no picnic but it beats North Idaho! Take Care Guys!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I’ll never take warm tools for granted again!

[@SunfireWoods]

Ha! Just for the name I like that heater already! 😅

[@doxdoomsday4948]

That is some strong love! Getting your nose that close when changing his shoes.

[@robertboyd650]

You will need a snow Gard to protect your chimney from snow and ice, better install now than wait for winter as it becomes very hard with all that snow and ice in the middle of winter in freezing temperatures.

[@andrewrowbotham2347]

Hey guys, It would be sensible to fit a permanent safety wire/ rope to clip into so that every time you go on the roof for maint etc you can just clip in and not worry. Andy UK

[@rfdunbar]

I have the same fall restraint system. Constantly adjusting and getting tangled in the lines are way better than the alternative. Stay safe and warm!

[@ardentenquirer8573]

I old and so I just build a chimney ladder it hooks over the ridge and it for cleaning the chimney and maintenance... Everybody understand you must clean the wood chimney at least once every year... even burning good wood

[@tedholvey2271]

M Moore, you'll 100 per cent right about interior steps to the apartment. On a cold snowy night they could pull in their garage and walk up to their apt., Inside the blg. IMHO..

[@maggiemagennis3507]

So glad you got it done safely. I hate heights and watching someone else doing it is just as bad. 😖🥴

[@renem6441]

That diesel heater is one mean machine!! It made the both of you jump when it started!!

[@kinomarko]

What the ….. I was surprised by the “to be continued.” Way to keep us on the edge of out seat, CC! Now, of course, I’m waiting for a shot from the “chimney cam” 😉 in the next episode.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😉

[@ron343]

You need to build your self a sander for the plow truck

[@bushhogging1956]

In cold weather, I use a hairdryer on the intake Or in the filter, housing diesel fuel Hass to be about 170° to ignite

[@Beni_777]

I was about to say you should get real chains. But I've noticed you have a nice set of chains on your truck. Good one! Beer on me!

[@chadbox5906]

Not sure if anyone pointed out that the chimney flashing is made to go the other way. The angle goes up top so snow will run over it and the straight seam side goes on bottom. It will probably never matter being right up against the ridge but thought Id give you the info. Great videos by the way.

[@theresaluvspims6163]

The heater is awesome! It's like a freakin' jet engine! That is fun as heck y'all. The roof stuff is scary time. Just glad I am not a cig smoking lady...I'd have puffed down a carton watching Riley up on the roof. I admire that you both are safety minded. The Eagles appearing was a good omen. Great job! Your land is stunning!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank goodness this time on the roof was FAR less stressful than last time! The Eagles have been a very welcome sight lately.

[@leroybrown7757]

.. remember playing to close to the "sun" can be risky...L☀️L... seriously tho that's an awesome addition... ☮️&🌱's p.s. skritches for Boone and Bailey🐾

[@J297WFD]

When you anchor a safety line it needs to be bomb proof. Tying it off to the 4 wheeler is ok provided it weighs more than the potential load. However tying off to the aluminum rack isn’t I would suggest wrapping around several times around the entire 4 wheeler.

[@rcmike09]

My opinion of it was it would actually be better. If he falls, and hits the rope end, the 4 wheeler would move some, cushioning the stop. Making it less likely to hurt. Yet, wouldn't allow him to hit the ground.

[@JEreturns]

That is crazy!

[@DG-jq7il]

Yay, Riley didn't fall, awesome to see you guys warm, next step solar up there

[@travman2863]

One suggestion on the bottom of the chimney flashing and the roof I would put some spray foam they're so you don't get a bee's nest speaking from not-so-fun personal experience.

[@brentderksen]

Dido on the harness. Safer and less safe at the same time.

[@not-fishing4730]

This next summer consider putting a ladder tie off at the eve and a ridge anchor point or points.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is an excellent idea!

[@dineguru]

I follow a lot of different people on KZbin that I enjoy but I can’t tell a one of them that I’m familiar with where I know the weekly schedule which they load new content on except for you. I look forward to every Wednesday and Sunday. You two are a joy to watch. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.

[@johncooke1386]

Please Please Please put some kind of handrail on those stairs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A disaster waiting to happen. You guys are the bomb. You will do anything that needs doing. I love it. John

[@laruedouglas7972]

That heater is like a blowtorch. Those waste oil heaters work great, I have some friends that have them. Have a great Sunday. 🤗

[@ilonakatalindako-tolman5545]

As usual, you’re 😎 cool....good to have this good help💫and on top of it all, what a beautiful day and plus🌟🥰

[@karppadiem7014]

It's amazing how we all do things again that we say we never will. I'm not sure what the standard wait time is but that seems to be the case. 🤣 That heater looks like it can blast some 🔥. Hope it works out well for you. My cats were drooling when they saw the box on our TV screen. 🤣🤣 -Troy & Aimee

[@mikeduda3173]

Thank you Sunfire! What a Marvelous sponsorship

[@BFVgnr]

I saw that on your IG feed. That's a great heater. Didn't realize it could use waste oil and diesel, that's impressive. Doesn't hold a candle to your neighbors giving you 300 gallons of waste oil, however. Y'all got some of the best neighbors. That was a great place to build, if only for the folks around you.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We are so thankful for the amazing friends we have made up here!

[@gregbragdon6946]

Hornet wasp house under your new roof flashing. Seal the lower opening so they won't get in there. Great job!

[@1944chevytruck]

AWESOME!... Congrats on burning old oil!...friend of mine loves his used oil furance!...good job!...thanks 4 video. be kind.

[@jimnyal405]

You guys should buy a pallet fork for your excavator.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That would make it very useful!

[@wcresponder]

Have you talked with the neighbors or local first responders about ability and response times to your local area? Good to see the dogs...Aaannd Riley safely and securely surviving the Roof trek 2022. You missed out on the inaugural smore's cook out with the heater.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley is very distraught that he didn't think to get smore fixings...

[@SunfireWoods]

Its pretty common in North Idaho to have helivac responders, and they're quick to get there. Local hospital isn't too far away in Sandpoint and they have a helipad. Spokane is very close by air well.

[@JeffBreyer]

You are a hero, Riley. I hate heights and I live in a old two story house with a very steep roof.

[@SALESPRODUCTIONS]

2 tips : Some roofers cut out the top rung - or maybe even 2 rungs - out of the top of the ladder and then step through right onto the roof - ( with the lowest step right at the roof edge ) which is safer than a side step maneuver. AND - there are devices sold that are like "legs" that stick out and create a T shape at the top to keep the ladder stable. At the very least having a person stepping on the bottom rung at ground level helps. And you all are very creative and open minded - so perhaps thinking about some type of jig / contraption self created that would keep the ladder incapable of bending the metal edge - and safer / more stable at the same time. If anyone can think that up and build it - it would be you.

[@geekazoid]

So much safety! Good jorb.

[@steveadams4009]

Anything that has a diesel engine on it or is hard to start in the winter just fire that thing up and put it in front of it for a little while it'll definitely heat up the engine. I used to have one of the small torpedo heaters and I would blow that one under my Dodge pickup and under the tractors and it would definitely make them a lot easier to start when it was down to 0°.

[@glynndavies8857]

whew.... a cliffhanger... so to speak. I guess we need to patiently wait for the next installment :-)

[@blairhunewill3090]

I’ve summited over 100 peaks and I’ve never felt more respectful of heights than stepping from a tall ladder onto a steep metal roof.

[@LearnandLive97]

You could take the Kubota and push down on the bottom of the latter with the bucket so it can't slide away even a strap to the excavator arm helps this way u can trust the latter more . ❤

[@diecastdungeon8970]

That diesel heater is amazing. You could heat the entire shop to the point of working in shorts all winter .... Boone was having such a great time play at the bottom of that big box! Be VERY cautious on those outside steps. Slick all winter and slick when wet in summer. You guys are great and I look forward to seeing your videos all the time. My best scratches to the dogs!!

[@oldmillrd8153]

34 years ago I put in my wood stove and metal bestus chimney. Like you getting off the ladder and on to the roof has always been a little sketchy for me. I don't like all the ropes either so I built a very simple light weight ladder that I could place on the roof, from where I step off the ladder, extending over the ridgetop. The ridgetop over hang is18 inches and the same roof pitch (8/12). This has worked great for me for 34 years of chimney cleaning. Even now in my 70's I can just step off the extension ladder on to the roof ladder and feel very secure. With what looks like a lesser roof pitch for you this would be a great and safer way to go. Love the big heater by the way.

[@Defender110SLO]

What a big hole you made.🤣 Cheers to bolth of you. 🍺&🍷

[@tehNashty]

Better, Riley, much better! Have not had a ton of luck with those tire socks, nothing beats a set of cleated chains IMO. Eagles were probably checking out a carcass... Need to bury them deeper, or at the neighbors!

[@aboutdawntoday]

Amazing how you work so well together.

[@bobbybaldeagle702]

That show how much love, trust and respect they have for each other... So I've been told. I also know that once in a great while no matter how good a husband and wife work together, They have their moments when things just ain't falling into place and the stress level get hi. And they have their little spat minute, It's knowing that they're not mad at each other, they're mad at the bad ugly situation they're facing at that time. That's where the true love plays a big part... And most know that the making up part can be fun... LOL

[@donalddodson7365]

Good job balancing ease of movement with fall protection. With the new diesel blaster maybe you just melt your way up the steep parts of the road ... 😎❄🌨😁

[@AmbitionStrikes]

The thought has crossed our minds! 😂

[@4towerman915]

A little tip. If you have a 4x4, I think you should pit your chains on the front tires if you only have 1 set. But those tire socks look COOL...

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Awesome, kinda ended abruptly, surprised me. Keep up the good work.

[@bobhale8325]

Scary! Up in the air again.

[@dwaynelejeune3508]

They make a retractable "dead man "safety line. It allows you to go up and down without fighting slack in your line, but if you were to suddenly fall/slip, it lock in place. Some what like a cars seat belt works.

[@dtnjoker]

That’s love, putting on his shoes🤣

[@bobbydawson7706]

I'm excited for you guys and waiting on more vedios ❤️

[@markfreeman7264]

WOW!! So Amazing, looks like a great heater. So glad Y’all did it safely!! Enjoy the heat, keep up the good work. I always enjoy the videos!😁👍👍

[@ruslangabitov5202]

Great heaters, guys! Hope they will help to make your life easier. Nice to see you work with safety in mind. No one could help you fast so taking care of yourself is the first priority.