Prepping For Our Roof | E6

[@christopherr4046]

Finally!!! A KZbin couple who is not one of those "we built our home together "means he swung the hammer and she videotaped the hammer swing. Sharing the load will make this so much sweeter when you are done. And set you up for a strong relationship for a long time to come. Thank you for all the positivity and hard work. An example I wish more people would follow,

[@TacTechMic]

I love your positive attitudes! I came back to visit, and see how you’re doing! I will likely begin building a 45x80 pole barn within the next year. Expensive, but there are huge benefits that I need - a huge roof (south facing) for solar panels up high and in clear air, also a secondary home (I will build something small inside) if ever needed, a garage, workshop, material storage, lumber dryer, and on and on. I am building a small 20x32 home now, and that pole barn roof will be necessary for the solar. My small home is nestled back in some shade trees, and not good for solar but maybe 1.5 hours on a perfectly sunny day. Where the pole barn will be located, the sun is almost all day - perfect. I hope you both are well. It’s funny hearing you celebrate 80k followers, and today you’re over 400k - go you guys!! Build it and they will come. You two are truly some of the best content out there. Keep it up! peace love and light

[@thedetroiters]

At 13:18 in the video, the drip edge should be pulled away from the fascia metal just a little bit (1/2" or less) - so that the rain water surface tension doesn't pull the water back on to the fascia board. The gap also allows you a space for your gutters to slide up into if you install gutters.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for the tip!

[@BFVgnr]

I was gonna say 'your hands are going to hurt tomorrow' after you started snipping, then I was gonna say 'your forearms are going to hurt tomorrow' when you started nailing soffit, then I was gonna say 'that smoke is going to push all the bugs your way' when I saw the fly catcher bag, And your continued enthusiasm throughout is just plain inspiring. Can't wait until next time when the roof goes on!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

What challenge should we prepare for next? 😂

[@BFVgnr]

@@AmbitionStrikes last time I was in Idaho, it was still dipping into freezing temps in late May. It's Idaho, wait 5 minutes or go 5 miles and you're gonna see something new and different. I've never been to the north, just to Salmon, Hailey and the Boise area.

[@BFVgnr]

@@AmbitionStrikes Challenges: well, from what I've watched, you've factored in snow load and wind stresses, your building is on solid footing, level and plumb, your construction is moving right along and directly on pace to be complete before the fall. Since you've got all the outsides stuff sorted and planned, I think you should start getting the stuff you're going to need for the next step of having a fixed roof over your heads!

[@sceneanuerebelrebel9244]

Is the roof ribbed and which way are the ribs running ? Think about scabbing some blocks to the joists like fingers and set bundle in front of fingers bundle stays put ,take care between trusses spread your weight out or roof looks wavey when done.TIE YOU'RE SELF OFF ! At least only sound soprano for a couple days and walk funny ,it stings more if you bounce to a stop.Tie so patutie can lower you the rest of the way down if needed .Your bee crop is from smoke and fire they're ground dweller, colony's in burrows ,looking for new places to stay and feast on anything you toss .

[@koaheart]

I've worn a lot of hats in my 60 yrs. A jack of all trades (and a master of none) the saying goes. Sheet metal is such a tedious thing and the slightest error can make it all look like the 3 stooges did the job. As with all work, having a good attitude makes all the difference. You two couldn't be a more positive team (obvious soulmates), nothing seems to darken your skies.

[@eidernadir320]

El calor, cansancio y arduo trabajo tiene la mejor recompensa, saber que ustedes, construyeron su hogar a su gusto con amor trabajo y dedicación.

[@davebodine1526]

Heat, tiredness and strenuous labor have the best reward knowing that y'all built your house the way you wanted it with love, work and dedication.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Yes! The hard work is always worth the result! Thanks for watching!

[@4Mary6]

Idea: What if you take that pallet that Riley is standing on, and build some thigh-high walls onto it and make a open top wooden box out of it? Like a farmer's harvest crate you could stand in. You could even build in a bench or workbench. It might give you more options up in the air.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Great idea!

[@chrissd08]

This hot weather and smoke here in Montana/Idaho this july has SUCKED!!!

[@whps7868]

Congrats for the 100k subscribers!!! Thanks for let me be one of them.

[@soulcontractor1641]

90,000 ? WOW that is Fast but it Shows the True Testament of you Know the Creative Content and the Journey you takes ( Us) on!! I.e. the Army Truck, the Camper and I would Hazard to guess you Built the Modular( Container)Home that just Sold? Dean ( Soul) Toronto

[@kurtgildea33]

Where you guys may lack in "skill and knowledge" when it comes to constructing this pole building, you more than make it up with a great attitude and perseverance. Kudos to the both of you taking on a project like this AND putting out awesome content as well. Favorite channel by FAR!!!!

[@denniscarreno5882]

Great work for a honest human being who’s happy to tell us they have not use this tool, or the experience .Learning it through easy and the hard way….Your Top 10 in my book! Well done to both of you…..

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you Dennis!

[@ing3666]

I have been going back to your original episodes I hadn’t seen. I bought a trap for flies like you did for the yellow jackets and holy Mac! They work so well.

[@mr.miraclemantm.6455]

The battery op nibbler was a good idea. I don`t think iv`e ever seen that many yellow jackets in one spot in such a short time, they look like real good traps. I`m sure you can do the roof sheets by yourself, i have. But if you can`t, don`t hesitate to ask someone you trust to help you. You NEED to be able to trust the person helping so they don`t make a mistake and knock you off or cut you with a roof panel, which reminds me, good grippy gloves can be helpful. Take care

[@anne_n_nimity]

I always stacked half of the roofing sheets and pre-drilled for the screws. This makes the screws easier to start and gives a much better look with consistent screw placement. If you are timid about drilling the same thing can be done by marking each sheet and screwing through the marks

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We were cautioned not to do this as it will then cause the sheets to scratch each other. The way our access works we had to drag one half of the sheets over the other half of the finished roof.

[@anne_n_nimity]

@@AmbitionStrikes I've built dozens of metal buildings and I stand by my methods 😁👍🏼

[@anne_n_nimity]

@@AmbitionStrikes There are a lot of opinions involved in construction for sure. Unless you carefully lay out the screw placement it will look like an amateur job. Again just my opinion

[@glenncourtney4876]

Saw your rig today at the Sprague rest stop I90 westbound. Your videos don't do it justice, it looks way better in real life. Nice job.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks so much! Next time we cross paths come say hi! We love meeting new friends on the road.

[@justinfitzgerald8733]

Radial arm saw works awesome

[@bpdp379]

The yellow jacket traps are more effective if you put them out all along the perimeter of your clearing. You are actually drawing them in and attracting them to the location of the trap....you do not want them near where you will be. Give it a try, hope it helps.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

They were quite far away from where we were working! Mostly in the trees surrounding our clearing. 😊

[@philkerr4548]

6:14 Incoming 100k subs play button!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😳☺️🤘🏻

[@jolanni7]

Maybe you could have returned the Tele after the trusses and picked up a 4×4 sissor platform. Maybe even could have set the trusses from one. Drive frome the platform and two of you could have worked from inside the railed platforn. They can drive in the raised position too. Don't know what is available out that way. Watching all your videos. Loved this project. Love that area. Wish I could do something similar. Good luck, be safe and thanks for making these vids.

[@adventureoverland2984]

Great job.!! If you put a 1/2” board behind the triangle where the side and front soffit meet it will move it out and fill the space so you don’t have to paint and it will make it stronger. You might have to extend the side piece if it’s too short.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Hi Matt, the paint is because the inside edge of trim is exposed and is not prepainted like the rest. Anyways thanks for the suggestion and thanks for watching!

[@thedetroiters]

Use some of those long trees you felled to build scaffolding. It will be more efficient than up and down on the tele-handler and both of you can work on scaffolding at the same time.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Interesting idea! We might have to do something like that for the walls!

[@bobbybaldeagle702]

92k Praise Jesus for blessing you kids. You kids have been such a blessing to this old physically broken saddle sore biker. Every video of yours that I watch brings me so much enjoyment as I lay here. I can no longer do those type of things but I love watching y'all having so much fun doing it. Even on the hot ugly days I see you kids having fun in spite of it all... Thank you for taking the time to share a few moments of y'all's life with me. Every videos leaves a smile on my heart. Thank you. One thing I wish is that I could see more. But I understand y'all can only do so much. So again thank you for the few minutes you share... Much love and prayers, may you kids be blessed in Jesus name... BBE..

[@richardpoole2729]

Congratulations on 100k!

[@Robby4Jesus]

All metal, is all good. You two are doing such a great job, it's gonna turn out sweet.

[@richardransom7391]

🤙 you guy's rock it your way! 😉

[@hogleg2]

Really love watching y'alls great attitudes and smiles. Always remember the journey is the adventure. So enjoy these times.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It's not always fun, but we still enjoy the process! Thanks for watching!

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

WOW! Will you two be installing snow birds? Also rain gutters/down spout to collect rain water? Thank you both. Congrats! 100,000 subs right around the corner. SILVER KZbin plaque will be hanging in your new build by the time the roof is done! Awesome ❤. Teresa says yellow jackets are no joke, they bite and sting. She calls them yellow jackasses. The bags work well especially if you can find their flight line. ~Mark & Teresa

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Rain collection off the roof is the current plan! The yellow jackasses have simmered down and tend to leave us alone again. Hopefully it stays that way!

[@jameswulzen590]

Aloha from Hawaii, glad I found your site to follow your progress.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for following along!

[@kirbythomas5468]

I have nothing but praise for you guys determination and grit! Your problem solving and work arounds are truly amazing, I am so impressed! Thank y’all for allowing us to follow your journey 👍

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank YOU for supporting our channel and making this journey possible! 😊

[@ok2x]

nice job guys - you got this np.

[@Sanjul_Singh]

congratulations on 90k.. a lot of love from India. Both of you doing great job.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much!

[@chandrasutton4669]

Here it is another year later, and from 2 years ago at 80K subs, you are now at 673K subs!!!😊🎉❤ Bravo!!!😊😅😂

[@bcmbdk]

Really enjoyable to watch - well done! Well-shot, skillfully edited, great storytelling. Keep up the momentum, you two! Where's that great lifeguard hat?

[@renem6441]

Getting closer to the 100k congratulations

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We can't believe it!

[@FERRYKANA]

@@AmbitionStrikes but i do believe it !

[@mcspaddencw]

I agree with the stay safe. Injuries are far more costly than a couple more days rental on the lift.

[@bnewton5922]

Great job on the soffit and facia. Looking forward to seeing the roof panels getting installed. Stay safe

[@jeffblank9915]

I don't see many DIY people that have your sense of safety. Like seeing the hard hats and harness. Before the next building goes up think about renting or making a man basket for a forklift, they are way safer than a pallet. Enjoy the heat before long you'll be plowing snow in the driveway.

[@TacTechMic]

There is a balance each person is comfortable with, safety vs getting significantly less done. Be safe, but not prohibitively so. If he is harnessed and clipped into that forklift, he is most likely good. As a retired firefighter with high angle rescue training, I can say this. peace

[@kyle1759]

Keep up the good work!

[@robertbass5283]

Looking Good ! It’s going to be a great looking building !

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Robert!

[@Defender110SLO]

Almost done. Cheers 🍺&🍷

[@AmbitionStrikes]

One step closer!

[@shooting9247]

You can stack several together and use an angle grinder to cut multiple together.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

The thought crossed our minds but we didn’t want to shoot metal sparks onto everything that would later rust!

[@erinnpozzi8362]

Some may wonder “do they really get along so well all the time ? Have such positive attitudes all the time ? Works SO hard all the time ?” The answer is YES-YES-YES! Riley and Courtney are the perfect match- they work hard , play hard and are not afraid to just go for it! You are so incredibly inspirational and I am so happy to see you livin the dream (but i do miss you!) Love you friends!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Erinn! Thank you so much for the kind words! We wouldn't be able to do this without all the love and support from our family and friends like you! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

[@tarunparmar6375]

Just 8k more to gooo... 🎉🎉

[@AmbitionStrikes]

☺️

[@bucksiouxwanan4320]

Gettin' dar guys👍! No yellow jackets, bugs, humidity exposure, lack of correct tools & material adjustments will keep yah from being constructive to progressing. Butt kicking attitude...no lack of smiles neither 🙄!! Contagious personalities👏👏👏 bravo😁!! Can't wait for the next posting.....

[@douglasrussell5098]

By the way. Not sure if i said it yet. But, welcome to the great state of Idaho! As someone whom was born and pretty much raised here. I love this state! Retired Navy. So, have seen the world and still think Idaho is the best place to live! So looking forward to build being finished! Winter getting closer everyday! Hope the fires aren't bad in your area like us here!!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks you so much for the warm welcome Douglas! ☺️

[@stburr91]

You use a chop saw to cut the soffit. Stack 3-4 pieces of soffit on top of each other so you cut several to length with each cut.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That was our plan until they didn’t nest nicely in each other!

[@rickeyburke2596]

OUTSTANDING, Damn you guys are kicking butt. Hang in there. Congrats on the 92k.

[@howtobehuman969]

I love watching y'all figure it out as you go along and adjust and make things work. It gives me hope that my wife and I will be able to do something like this one day!

[@ianbedwell4871]

Having had a workshop with no soffit and having tons of bird issues inside you will be so happy it’s done. Great job.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It was a pricey addition and very time consuming but it’s nice to hear we made the right call!

[@daveperkins2927]

Top job on the soffits, looks great. 👍👌

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Dave!

[@ragingweenies1027]

I literally wait daysss for these videos they are sooo good!! Keep up the good work!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It's easy to keep going when we have you all cheering us on!

[@enderdude3655]

OMG ME TOO!!!!!

[@mrfarmer532]

These are the best videos on KZbin ! Waiting for each new episode.

[@petetongue6561]

I am remodelling an old farm and have issues with heat, mosquitoes and other bugs which are very aggressive. You have to fight the mosquitoes off and they keep attracting until you kill them. I do use repellent, but they are super vicious and determined. I learned to start work at 4 am and use the cool and lack of bug time to get my work done. It’s super hard, but rewarding.

[@MyUnknowing]

As well Yellow Jackets will mark aggressors and pursue them, so don't be mean to them, and they will leave you alone.

[@BoomerKeith1]

Riley's arms were probably screaming at the end of that day with all that overhead work. Coming along amazingly guys!

[@davebodine1526]

Did you mean Riley?

[@BoomerKeith1]

@@davebodine1526 Whoops, yep I meant Riley.

[@countryboycoins]

You guys are smart by doing the work yourself. You are saving so much $$$$$$ doing the labor. Good work!!

[@dmwi1549]

Great job! Way to go with screws on the trim. When wood shrinks and metal expands and contracts those small color matched trim nails I’ve had on my last 3 homes (I didn’t build) pull out. Frustrating! Glad you didn’t use anything that heated or chipped the metal during cuts. They warned me about paint problems if I used anything except the tools you used. I’m currently seeking warranty for rusted FACTORY CUT panel ends on the metal roof I installed 10 years ago. We’ll see how that goes.

[@travisheard6085]

Hey to help with the yellow jackets place the "traps" away from where you are they have stuff that attracts them to that area to get trapped. Also put in the areas you are at a fake bee hive (paper bag filled with leaves works) the "bee hive" will scare away the yellow jackets

[@rick550627]

I'm a fan of yours and watch your videos from Taiwan. I admire your attitude towards life and I look forward to your updates every day.

[@stevenharris2502]

Looking mighty beautiful just remember to get out early in the morning to put roof on before it gets to hot . Enjoying your videos stay safe and always be careful.

[@steveadams4009]

If you ever do any more metal trim you might think about renting a siding break. That is what I always do that way if I have to make more will or modify I can always make

[@erictheredone]

Those Diablo blades are excellent for laminate flooring too since they cut so cleanly...keep it for that!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Great idea!

[@jerrstubbs439]

Let's start a prediction, by August 25 Channel will have 100k subs👍👍👍

[@rushd45]

Excellent work. I built a 30x40 SIP(urethane) workshop, with metal roof and siding (with help from friends) about 20 years ago. And obviously there wasn't the wealth of info/utubers/RR Building type info around so I never did really do a good job on the trim. You guys have nailed it... Congratulations on the 90k+.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

There is no way this project would be going this smoothly without Kyle’s videos!

[@mrbudjay]

You, guys, amaze me! You show me hardworking, teamwork, perseverance, and so on and so forth. I just can't find any exact words to describe your effort. Well, of course, it's not just an effort. It's more than that, but I don't know what it is. Lovin' it!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much for the kind words and support!

[@williampalmer4676]

Good morning Ambition, loving the progress! I'm very glad to see your diagonal bracing! Before beginning the roof sheeting, I would recommend some layout Mark's across the top and bottom, about every 12 or 16 feet. Let's you know your on layout. There is considerable flex in the material.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is a great idea, thanks so much for the tip!

[@williampalmer4676]

@@AmbitionStrikes if you are off layout at a mark, make it up over the next 2 or 3 sheets, and by the time you get to your next mark, you're back on layout.

[@danstearns1221]

Glad you guys follow Kyle. That dude can build a building. Yours is looking awesome. Cannot wait to see the roof.

[@NoNo-zd8md]

Amazing work Better than hiring it done. Stronger and better.

[@davemiller3027]

Incredible job for a novice. You two want to come to Texas next year to help me put up my shop??? You two are an inspiration. Keep up the great work, stay safe and healthy with the smoke...

[@guylongley1573]

You guys are kicking ass! Congratulations on the progress. Yep don't like yellow jackets either. Well you almost had your chance. Why isn't Riley wearing his helmet. 😁

[@johnwilson8922]

Looks great guys. I like the color. I think we were all itching to see one roof panel go up as I'm sure you were as well.

[@Qwiv]

So fun to watch

[@AmbitionStrikes]

☺️

[@KnKs64]

I'm amazed every time a watch a new episode! Great job you two!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you!!! 😊

[@Kanal103]

Your speed of work is impressive!

[@scottlarsen5285]

Y'all are so lucky to have each other

[@JCAC12]

Fantastic job on soffit and very informative well done looking forward for the roofing

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks James!

[@mattberry6737]

Skill saw blade turned around backward is perfect for metal siding and roofing.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That’s what we were doing! But it was still a bit aggressive on the louvered soffit closures.

[@jamesallis427]

I believe you can cut sofit panels with circular saw and blade in backwards with jig to hold panels square.

[@Robby4Jesus]

i used a cutoff wheel on my circular saw for cutting my metal, could also use a diamond blade for cutting metal, several brands available (wish I'd have done that myself instead of the cut-off wheel)

[@JeffWinter1]

Putting the saw blade in backwards to cut thin aluminum works great on a table saw for metal roofing or a circular saw for trim or roofing or even metal eves.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Yes it does, great tip!

[@crazycountryguy5976]

Love it, I'm impressed how much you guys know without building them before. In my opinion the roof is way easier than the walls so don't have to much fun.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I could see that, gravity is on your side with the roofing!

[@lipjerkers4160]

Haha just saw you guys going down the 101 that camper looks even better in person.

[@FERRYKANA]

91.8k ! Another good content, keep up the spirit of share things to make this world better 💪👍🏼

[@KubenNaidooKZN]

​I wait for your videos - you guys are brilliant. Lots of love from Durban, South Africa! 🇿🇦

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much!

[@fredericrike5974]

Awesome as I have come to expect! Coming from the Deep South, I have a lifelong "acquaintance" with bugs- crawly bugs, swimmy bugs, and airborne bugs! For the wasps, can you rig a fan to blow across your work area? The trick is to get the air moving and tumbling enough that critters like wasps don't want to "go there"- about a 4-5 mph breeze from your back to front should hold them off- bees also. They are fleeing the smoke- the smoke screws up their respiratory systems pretty fast. I don't advise any extra smoke- you have enough probs, but Kyle should be busting a button or three- for a first shot at this, you didn't start with a "mere shed" you went "whole barn or no barn"- awesome! I'm surprised that the crown stapler was such a problem- it is (was) a Makita and a DeWalt catalog item at one time I believe. Next "tool trip" see about getting an 8x8 or 10x10 folding roof thingie to work under and stay out of that sun- raging heat stroke or a sunburn to the bone won't help a bit! I'd say keep doing awesome but you both hardly do anything but, so I'll say, be well, take care of each other and LOOK OUT FOR THAT WASP! FR

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We have notified air movement makes a HUGE difference in the bugs!

[@fredericrike5974]

@@AmbitionStrikes ;) FR

[@꼰대-x2y]

There are a lot of bugs, right? I was surprised to hear you scream that it was a bug while I was filming! And there are a lot of bees. I'm scared! Is today's work a roof rainwater? You're really good! The translator translates my words instead. I don't know if it's a translation, but... I feel like I'm blind. Haha I enjoyed watching it today, too! Have a healthy day~ 수고하셨어요!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching!

[@fortunefarm10]

You doing great job am always following you videos...keep up the nice work... Success in your journey

[@Coyotethumper5]

Love the jeep in the intro I use to have a 76 jeep Cherokee wish I had never sold it 😢

[@_marcus_does_]

Knocking it out the park guys 👏👏👏

[@RaptorMan0206]

Yet another great video. I always look forward to your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@edwinwilsonkolazhy]

Congrats Riley and Courtney

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you!

[@randallweaver7718]

My Sunday morning ambition. Y'all are so cool. Great progress guys. That's hard work.

[@bobosantos1]

Amazing! I can't say it enough, Amazing! You guys ROCK!!!

[@simonmartin9067]

Awesome progress. Love your channel and not surprised that you have 90k subscribers. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@ultrapc40]

Love the latest project!!! Thanks for sharing your journey

[@billkowske5978]

You two are doing great! Looking forward to seeing this bad boy dried in. Cool build

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Us too!

[@MikeBabsBC]

Love the colour you chose for your metal! I live in the Okanagan just to the north of you and we have been socked in with smoke for the last 2 weeks, it's been ssooo bad this year. Visibility has been less than a mile since last weekend, we have a ton of fires in our province and very little rain in the forecast.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We need to all do a rain dance!

[@franktravis4045]

You guys are doing a really good job figuring things out. After also seeing RR Builders I wondered why you didn’t start off with the roof panels first? Love the channel.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I've seen him do it both ways but in our case the soffit closures had to go first. The facia cap covers the soffit closures, and then the drip trim goes on top of the facia cap, and then the roof on top of the drip trim. Hope that makes sense. Thanks for the compliments!

[@donalddodson7365]

You two are amazing! Just think, whenever you are in your older-ness, you can go on tour for $50,000 per night, plus expenses, holding seminars at fancy hotels for "management team building" exercises ... ha, ha. The students will have popsicle sticks and cardboard and build a building from scratch.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That sounds like quite the life! I hope that means I get to eat the popsicles to make the sticks!

[@cballrow71]

You guys are great. keep it up.