Building Off-Grid In Winter... What Could Go Wrong?

[@ximite]

I've been watching all your videos for a week.

[@patriot8087]

I wish you guys would put out more videos and more often. The content is really awesome. One video a week has us getting Riley and Courtney withdrawals.

[@billwang4086]

I’m good with one EcoFlow infomercial a week!

[@angurisloud]

The amount of time required to firm and edit one video isn't likely to make two a week possible. I enjoy the quality and can gut it out till the next one!

[@ndlrc8740]

I agree... At least twice a week..

[@marklar7551]

Me, I'm all about one two hour movie a month...😜👽

[@stuartkorte1642]

Quality over quantity makes for better viewing.

[@theresaluvspims6163]

Dayum Riley you sure can weld a clean line. Courtney you have a great eye for balance you laid those frames down perfectly. I love the deck design so far. I had no idea you were going to go so big. That deck is going to be strong enough to hold your wood heated hottub! Great job guys and great video.

[@hotrodavery]

That's hella funny I thought the same exact thing...lol

[@DanA-jp9gs]

It’s like Richy rich brings grid to off

[@sergueiothonucci1638]

😀

[@greyfyreshelties260]

Yet again I exclaimed "NO" when this one ended. I'm floored you are able to calculate the math on the project so precisely. It's going to be a long wait for the next in the 'building the deck' series.

[@roberta4989]

Yes me too! I said "NO" out loud and immediately looked at the time bar. I know they want to do everything by themselves, but I would have paid money to go there and be involved with this project!

[@AC-pr9vr]

Awesome guys.! Your 2nd best video ever.

[@garysteffan5022]

Glu lam beams will rot over time if precautions aren’t take to keep water from penetrating. Around bolts & water sitting between joists & beams are prime places. Pre made flashing is available for tops of beams. Check in to this problem.

[@dougforman]

​@@roberta4989providesĝ ¹¹

[@m4oni]

Riley is a SUPERIOR Jack of all trades. I notice the little things like his weld lines, general knowledge, and ability to read a book and learn how to do something well. I a impressed. I don't know if "reckless" is the adjective I would use to describe him.

[@BigMikeH1965]

Thanks!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much Mike!

[@markjob6354]

*That plasma cutter is "THE BOMB !" 👍😃*

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Agreed!

[@bucky716]

Getting the concrete poured in the shop sure seems to have moved your channel and projects along at an even faster pace.

[@NCRealEstate]

Put a light next to the door where the dent is - maybe solar battery one.

[@stevenanderson3151]

a dint in the building just gives it charter, glad to see the progress

[@MichelleLHiga]

“Someone’s feeling a bit ornery today”😂😂😂 As always, you two never cease to impress. It’s fun and exciting to watch your accomplishments. Well done! Can’t wait to see the deck complete. Stay safe and warm!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Michelle!

[@clintk5367]

I want to see it completed!!

[@kastenolsen9577]

Dent? Gives the building character.

[@timburk6097]

Super manly snowblower looks good on the front of the Lmtv

[@nixhixx]

Riley displaying some Big Deck Energy ;)

[@robertboyd3898]

Very impressive couple building together as a team … CONGRATULATIONS !

[@shanenorwell8580]

It’s strangely satisfying watching you guys use welders and your plasma table powered from the sun…so cool.

[@slamsshenanigans2296]

Your projects are cool On their own but doing it in off grid power is just another level! 😀

[@jeffblank9915]

Twice you have had that snow throwing behemoth in the video, but not said a word. Just gotta keep watching to see how many projects are ahead of it on the list.

[@kmack8634]

Courtney operates that digger ( excavator ) like a professional. Go girl you are wonderful 😍

[@roberta4989]

I say don't do stairs, do a draw bridge to the hill next to the deck. Lift or turn the bridge at night, it's added security. And, easier for the dogs to get on the ground!!!!

[@gabrielchaparro1698]

Moments before the scene where court gets locked in the cab I was about to comment how awesome she is and how much she's learned by just jumping in with initiative and progressed so much. Then Riley said the sweetest thing. You guys rock. Nice team effort. Can I live vicariously thru your channel 🙃

[@offroad6309]

Don't forget you have a flat bed truck that might put you close to a level platform close to working height and get you off the ladders. That deck will be nice.

[@elainek1234]

Everyone before me has said it all! Riley and Courtney, your building skills are second to none! Your math skills are second to none and Courtney, YOU didn’t dent the building, GRAVITY dented the building! You’re both awesome!

[@StandbyNews]

My hart dropped when the Metal almost hit the window u guys doing a good job can’t WAit for the next video

[@FunwithBooboo]

You two are a real dynamic team, steel beams, both welders, off grid, it's AMAZING 👏 🙌 👌

[@patrickarrigo6288]

That deck is going to look great

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video Riley and Courtney

[@ericlaffoon1779]

Hard hats for overhead operations are a must. Your expirience with the dent/window is a good example of how things can shift in a way that is unexpected. Hard hats. Don't leave your noggin to chance 😀.

[@gabrielchaparro1698]

AND the ladder monkey scene. I've done that exact thing before when the ladder slips you gotta jump to that beam and hold tf on! It's scary when no one ahem Courtney is not holding your ladder lol. But no one wants to be underneath that when it falls and she did offer to get the excavator beforehand lol. You guys be careful so we can get more content. A frame ladders on gravel are just asking for it especially when you are walking weight up it that's unsecured on the other end. I've done it and it's not fun.

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Riley & Courtney, the skills you have accumulated through schooling and life are amazing. That deck will withstand the 100 year snow fall and any wind load in that area. You guys rock!

[@matswilliams1058]

😂 you are just amazing! Be careful with the Snicker bars!

[@McMahon-sh9rg]

OMG @ 20:26 my heart stopped 😨😨😨

[@alaskarainarts]

Now Riley is practicing for American Ninja! Haha we love how he's knowledgeable and capable of everything he takes on, but never loses his mischievous grin and sense of humor. Your porch will cause my husband great (productive) trauma in 2023 because I love it so much already I want one too! With parking below and an awesome deck, my old shop apartment is destined to have an outdoor addition soon!

[@swaits4no1]

Watching you guys throughout this adventure, yall are a super couple... cool to see when 2 really bond and help one another... im sure its not all roses all the time, but you can tell yall are equally yoked... rock on guys!!

[@LindaFox-vw3cr]

Just an idea to make your life simpler, when you finish your deck you might think about building an elevator or dumb waiter off of one the corners to make it easier to bring firewood and supplies up the 2nd floor. I believe Harbor Freight may still carry a 2000 LB wench to lift the box of the unit if it was riding on tracks. I know you could design something and build it with no problem. I am using my wifes log in and my name is Wayne.

[@dc1544]

1st excellent again guys. Just cut the bolts. I see you need a vent fan. the ones they make for greenhouses would be perfect open small shop door a crack turn on vent fan and smoke/fumes are gone. or a high power 8 inch blower fan. I like the greenhouse ones as it uses way less electricity but can pull air fast and it has storm shielding as the flaps are metal. Your first dent means its lived in. Nobody hurt no broken glass so win win. You both rock. live your dream.

[@WildAcresFarms]

Guys! You have a CNC! Get an eye welded onto the back of that excavator bucket ASAP so you don’t have to deal with lifting by the teeth. I do this all day, every day. Get that change made as soon as you can, please. Lifting with the front of the bucket or the teeth is definitely a last resort; it causes you to dent buildings and such. ;-) An eye on the back of the bucket means you don’t have the depth of the bucket in the way when working close to structures, and you’re lifting from directly below the pin.

[@bobbydawson7706]

I enjoy the progress with you guys!!! I am waiting to see the excitement on your faces when you are on your deck 👌👌

[@BobBohner4851]

Holy cow. So much talent in two people!!!!!

[@tknoerle1451]

God has truly blessed each of you with unique engineering talents, making you two natural engineering whiz kids...it's just amazing to watch you accomplish what ya do. God is the source of what talents are in you both.

[@albeenamelast6620]

What you need are Heat detectors in you shop up on the ceiling. You won't have trouble with welding smoke!......... Nice job!!!

[@KODArunner]

For future reference, you might want to weld a "Shackle on the back side of your bucket. All of the excavators I have ever operated had that done to the buckets. A 10 ton Shackle with the pin will hold anything your excavator can lift and the lifting straps will not slip off!

[@larrymiller4]

I'm officially hooked on your channel. Didn't take long. We're originally from SoCal, and have spent 40 years in Salem Oregon, which (we thought) would last us our lifetimes. Alas, Northern Idaho has been singing a siren-song, and with crowds, traffic, and all those other unmentionable features of living in a Western Oregon town/city, all we have to do is make an informed decision. Riley, I am totally impressed by your fabricating skills, and not least your beautiful welds. Courtney, you're irresistible, a keeper, a real doll, with your always-can-do spirit.

[@kostaskostis6469]

This deck gonna be amazing!! Just imagine walking out there with a hot coffee in your hands on a freezing winter morning! I am so happy for you guys!! Keep up the good work!!

[@ohohohjfgfgdss]

With all the negative going on, it is so refreshing to tune into your channel and find such positivity/creativity/virtual escapism! Thank you both! Keep doing your thing!

[@Parktonman]

Now you can make a Snowplow mounting bracket for the LMTV now that the plasma table is working. But I think I can see that you are working on that. You guys are awesome.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😉

[@tnbrett1273]

Maybe more than a plow? I think I may have caught a few glimpses.

[@akdisney]

To me look like a Snow blower

[@markb8486]

Hey, It might be a good idea to run a flashing tape cap on top of each joist before putting down the decking. The flashing can really help extend the life of the deck joists.

[@scottsolar5884]

Hell to the yeah! Plasma table running! Congratulations!!

[@rmmccoy51]

I didn't realize how much I had MISSED the plasma table until I watched you setting everything up and making that first cut. I sat watching the screen and clapping my hands as you moved along with the project.

[@bobhale8325]

It is amazing to watch newer videos and then go back and see how you did it.

[@greggv8]

I would have kept one mounting ear per post, the ones toward the back side of the building. That would provide a lot more weld area for strength, going up the sides, across the top, and two plug welds.

[@johnnyzander1466]

Great job in the cold 👍 A little tip. Drill a couple of holes (8 mm or so) at the bottom of the steel posts to let the condensation water out so they don't rust from the inside.

[@wcresponder]

17:16 you give him flack when at 5:32 he's standing on the top of the ladder......come on Courtney...... consistancy. "why are you still wearing earmuffs?" So he doesn't hear the scream when he falls. Nice precision on the excavator Courtney.

[@susancollado5290]

💕Where there’s a will there’s a way to do anything we put our minds to💕

[@virgilbowman279]

It’s coming together beautifully. The view from that deck should be incredible.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😉

[@UziRyder1]

Impressed as always.

[@jeroenkooman7328]

I have to say, I love your channel. It's so amazing seeing 2 lovely people making al these things and overcome HUGE obstacles. I really would enjoy a shorter video in the middle of the week, a week without a video does feel to long for me. I enjoy it to much! Keep up the awesome work for the both of you! Greetings from The Netherlands, Jeroen

[@anthonyg9787]

so many ideas for shirts and hats.... this video sparked a lot of ideas lol

[@kastenolsen9577]

Watching this as I replumb the bathroom.

[@matthoward923]

I almost forgot how good you kids are metal fabrication. Good to see your plasma table up and running

[@joehall6709]

Love the deck with steel columns, a great design. The structure is very stable as proved by Riley swinging on it. But, over time maybe years, those bolted connections will not be as tight plus wind loads need addressed. Some steel cross bracing needs added in both planes of the columns to make this awesome deck as stable as it is strong.

[@christopherlatham4254]

I agree. In addition to wind loading seismic loading needs to be taken into account. Idaho is the US state with the fifth highest seismic risk.

[@davidp2of3]

This year has been a long journey, so much accomplished. I'm cheering for you to get the deck in before the snow stops the outside work.

[@martygrove3986]

Your channel is by far the best for EcoFlow to advertise on. Their power storage products are highlighted by sensible function of many different power hungry tools in a natural but professional environment (albeit minor sketchiness now and again that a third hand would have mitigated).

[@andredirker960]

That deck is going to be awesome, be safe guy's

[@michaelmiller7208]

Good bead. Good luck!

[@lauraquigley6403]

Hi Courtney & Riley! Happy to see a new video! What a cool table MACHINE! You guy’s are Amazing, love how intelligent you both are!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Blessings

[@ahorseman4ever1]

Riley, one of my favorite products for my boots and gloves is camp dry. It is a silicone spray that virtually makes your gloves and boots waterproof. Once I discovered this it was an amazing game changer. The deck is going to be amazing. Can't wait to see the finished product.

[@robcrosbie8349]

Wow you made my heart stop when the post hit the building. Glad no one got hurt and the glass is not damaged. I really like the eco flow packs you are using. Looking at getting on for power outages in my area for power outages. Just trying to decide on the size. Thanks for sharing you experience with us. Enjoy following your post and look forward to them.

[@LaureReminick]

remember that egg challenge with the excavator? Courtney is a PRO

[@geoffcowie8843]

It is great to see he deck going up. You guys have had a BIG year. Still waiting for a tree house. OR . A log cabin on the top of the block.

[@Rolandjd76]

Mind you, you could build a stronger collar to go from the bottom posts to the top posts so you get your strength back...

[@arizray100]

I can't get enough of you guys!! Amazing stuff!

[@billyduffany3387]

I get a kick out of the way your surprised that things come out right. It cause you both make a great team.

[@johncourtneyscott2757]

You two never cease to amaze me

[@NorthernRetreat]

Always fun building during challenging weather. Looking good.👍

[@scottdm9707]

Excellent progress and fun to watch the deck coming together! May want to consider adding some small weep holes at the bottom of the steel columns to allow any potential condensation/water to drain out and reduce the risk of corrosion where the steel meets the perma-columns.

[@TheHobbyShop1]

Looks great. I wouldn’t have thought about steel posts instead of wood. That’s a great idea!

[@alancox5357]

Great to see your measurements are in feet & inches and not meters & centimetres. I’m old school and still use ft & inches 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@hsjawanda]

Great job guys! Can't wait to see your deck completed 🤞.

[@bigskyoffgrid]

We can't wait to see what your finished deck and car port will look like, gives us some good ideas! You guys are rockin' it.

[@jannogilfillan3169]

Must be such an amazing feeling to build an do what u love in such a peaceful environment away from city noise and the hustle of every day life .... great great work guys looking forward for the next video 👍👍👍👍

[@laruedouglas1064]

You both make a great team. You both are great at heavy machine operators. That is why I love watching your channel, all the things you both can do. It is just amazing.

[@gotsloco1810]

The trick to using ladders outdoors is an Orchard ladder. I admit to being spoiled I grew up with them. The orchard and the company that made them was long gone but the ladders remained.

[@donchandler755]

I agree with Sue. This ended too soon. We'll just have to anxiously wait for the next installment and the completion of the deck.

[@kennethgibbons366]

So once again I have so enjoyed your posting today. You have become one of my top two favorite channels. It seems so long in between posts and I really hang out for each new episode.

[@jamesdavis5135]

I keep saying the same thing but I truly ❤️ 😊your videos thanks for sharing

[@Ski098]

I'm always amazed at your ingenuity both in the planning and execution phase of these projects! Great job you two. Riley, be careful. ;)

[@hotrodavery]

I second that.

[@shadegarden7375]

You two, with your intelligence and quick thinking can outwork and outsmart 10 people on the same job!!

[@sforb69]

WOW!!! Nice Job, Huge addition So glad no one was hurt, Nice welding Riley!!! I wait in anticipation for each Sunday to roll around, Any chance of TWO weekly highlights of your explorations?? I can appreciate the amount of work plus editing!!! CourtneyRiley your presentation is flawless, well thought out!!! I can’t wait for NEXT WEEK!!! Thank-you 👍👍

[@talis84]

Maybe I'm just being paranoid, but I don't like that you just butt welded the posts to to the footings. Could you have kept the gusset that would be used to bolt wood to, and cleaned and welded to that? I really thing you need a better gusset on those joints.

[@curtisdoyle3598]

Keep up the good work

[@buckmanriver]

Over and over again, I continue to be impressed by your skills. Great job welding the deal together so precisely!

[@robertlee6781]

If there isn’t a bad crease where the siding dented, try a auto dent puller kit to fix the siding panel.

[@paulslocomb6805]

Now with your shop up and running you can make a work cage to safely work up high using your excavator

[@mcspaddencw]

Reckless Riley was in full force. I would love to see a new video every day. But as a person who has watched a pretty descent computer spend 9 hours rendering the video of a 3 hour flight I get it. I think yall do a great job of putting out great content. Thank you for keeping us entertained.

[@malsup6303]

While I completely understand the need for sponsors, lately I feel like I am watching a 25 minute infomercial for portable power units......otherwise, love your channel

[@almartin6227]

True talent and determination.

[@stevefromlondon9175]

Great work guys, I have never known a couple to smile as much as you two hope the weather stays good for you Regards Steve UK London

[@larryshafer8055]

BEAUTIFUL GUITAR MUSIC YOU WERE PLAYING IN VIDEO At around 11:20

[@Golden-69]

Good morning. Nicely done yall two. 72° South Louisiana.

[@ianhughes7805]

Well done both more excellent work