How to Build a Metal Carport | DIY Part 1

In this video I show you howto build a carport from metal. I show you how I set and welded the posts, cut them to height with a plasma cutter and began to set the trusses. Check out Part 2, linked below, and see how I finished it up.
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Welcome to the official April Wilkerson KZbin channel! I’m April and I’m the creator of Wilker Do’s. I am an obsessed DIYer and Woodworker. I'm not professional or have any training, so I just pick the project I want to tackle and figure it out step by step. On this channel you will find a variety of content like DIY home improvement, How-To’s, construction, design and more!
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[@whytho1]

It's called tube steel, not hollow posts. And you're supposed to weld a plate on the bottom wider than your posts, and run all thread into your concrete, put nuts onto the all thread then sit your tube steel on top. Then you adjust your height and plum by wrenching the nuts under the iron. This is how every column for every building in every city is set.

[@spencercurtis5626]

Yes you are right about the terminology and the way the plates are cast. But have you ever tried to remove a structure without damaging it? The allthread breaks free and you have to cut it. The eye bolts will never spin in the concrete but they cost a ton more. Pretty inventive the way she went about it.

[@CanalSHAWBE]

Bom trabalho 👍👏

[@birdsadventuresinwoodandmusic]

Girl, you are fearless!! Love your spirit and attitude.

[@eddiecarlcalhoun]

SHE'S A TEXAS WOMAN... VERY SELF RELIABLE!!!!

[@toyjedi]

Hey April hats off to you for taking on such a big job but I'm a structural welder and some of the thing you did in that video are kind of dangerous using a mig in the wind and doing a down hand weld like you did in the vid is a big no no you should of welded that with a stick using 7018 rod I believe that machine of yours is a Multi-Process Welder so it should be able to do stick make sure you grind off all slag from plasma cutting because it can cause porosity. just remember no down hand welds and if you are going to use a mig that will run hotter and only on the flat/horizontal fillet weld When I run mig on structural my settings are between 26 and 28 volt and 430 to 500 on wire speed witch is hot and only on flat/horizontal fillet weld everything else I use stick 7018 I do like your videos keep it up

[@knuckle47]

In the interest of a shorter video, I’m sure we are not seeing the entire process.... like a cooking show, peel the potatoes...suddenly in the next shot, their mashing them up

[@cavemanjoe7972]

@@knuckle47 She mig welded everything with a machine not set up properly. Out of position with lacking voltage; big no-no. But it looks nice, so whatever. Hopefully her parents don't live there anymore when it fails.

[@The-Real-Blissful-Ignorance]

I received the latest Rockler sale flyer in the mail yesterday, and who do I see on the cover? None other than April! Congratulations on your success!

[@jaimasihki8336]

Calling me

[@artisanwoodwork6226]

Your husband is a luck man

[@honkonyamaha4315]

My job

[@crashk6]

April, That's not a carport, you've built a garage that just happens to be open air. NICE work!

[@simplelifediy1772]

When I grow up, I wanna be like you...

[@RoomiesGarage]

SimpleLife DIY the big sister I always wanted...lol

[@kian-88romanov86]

SimpleLife DIY me 2

[@beverageguzzlermilwaukeewi5398]

SimpleLife DIY Why would you want to be like anyone else but yourself ? Why not just be yourself ? There's only one you in this lifetime and in this world.

[@frankw7266]

Been watching you for a while, and absolutely love your willingness to learn and can-do attitude, but me thinks you might be in a little over your head with this one. As a commercial construction inspector for better than 30 years... this is no "car-port", it is a legitimate structure, and I'm guessing a professional was not consulted. Those teenie, tiny little footers bedded in "rock" may be OK for bearing capacity, but they are going to do very little to nothing for wind shear or uplift. Larger spread footings in structures are not there just for increased bearing, but they also act as ballast.

[@1personalt]

I would agree with you on this one. Likely see an episode where this thing flys away.

[@davidharris6581]

Just pour a 4" concrete floor around post and everything.

[@dawsie]

Frank W I have just finished building my self something like this myself my footings went down a full meter to take in wind sheer the only thing I left off was the cross strapping. After building it I got a letter from our local council asking where my building permit was for it 🙀 I was given incorrect information from the builder who built both mine and Dads workshop when I asked him about building a carport in front he said it would be fine I did not need council approval. 🤔 once I told the guy from the council he was great he gave me a structural engineer who could come out and look at my car port (more like a big rig port) when he came out to have a look at the DIY project what he thought and what he saw was two different things...😹😹😹 he loved the work I had done 😹 but a asked that I put in cross bracing as this will stop it from twisting and collapsing if there was that type of storm in the area which happen about once or twice every 50 plus years 😁😁 but he was really impressed and was happy to write up a certificate for my car port. I am so pleased was worried I was going to have to pull it down and it's been the 2nd best thing I have build the first was Dads workshop they guy we hired did not like putting jigsaw puzzles together 😹😹😹 I have been out in the workshop every day working since we build the port as it keeps the hot desert sun off me during the day plus when it does rain I can still go out there and work on my projects 😹😹😹😹 special now the council has passed it and approved it I am pleased and punch 😹😹 Put your right the footings April has dug are just not deep enough. I just hope they don't have storms in the area that can take down the structure... I have enjoyed watching April grow with her experiences and will keep watching her because I know she will be awesome working her projects.

[@justaguy427]

It all looks solid, but from a wind bearing standpoint the anchors you used (eyelet bolts) are a bit inferior. Redhead anchors or long J bolts tacked to rebar would of been more suitable. A carport can be a big wind sail during a storm.

[@vince9486]

A whole lot of steel weight and 20 inch deep footers with eye bolts is not going anywhere. This doesn't have enclosed sides like a building it is a carport, so the wind shear is not as great. Even if it did have sides the metal siding will peel and the underlying structure will stand. I got more than 30 hurricanes and for 15 years of my life typhoons, so I have seen a few things blow in my 40 years of construction.

[@richardflanigan9475]

Hi Hardcore! Love your videos! Coming from a professional background I just want you and those around you to be safe... I have actually had to repair things that have been taken out or fallen down and worked mainly in concrete / reinforcing and structural steel industry including freestanding metal buildings (prefabs). Wind sheer is an incredible force never mind static load. If I were you, I would have looked into a few things. Should have checked on engineering plans for a metal building that size for your area including footer size and reinforcing needed. There are some basic construction techniques to help with what you've done. Peter and others have commented below on some. Should have only had bolts in the concrete as he suggests (weld plates unnecessary) and welded plates on the bottoms that matched your bolt pattern. This way you can level them up and added non-shrink grout between them and the footer. Bolts should have been at least 3/4" dia 'L' type. The eye bolts you used will basically corrode and eventually shear (they look to be zinc alloy). If someone runs into them I would hate to think what might happen. You are doing good with your weld beads however you need to understand how structural welding works. (As other comments below mention as well.) There is a big difference between a rod sticker and a welder... even bigger difference between a tack welder and structural welder. The right equipment for the right application. Talk to your friends at Lincoln... (I love their stuff too) Usually the truss is put up in one part. The bottom chord is angled to accept the bottom of the top chord for a full weld. You can then measure the overhang like any building to make sure the truss is centered. All the best...

[@cijoykjose]

Richard Flanigan Yes I think for structural welding stick welding is better...

[@jeffokriya3389]

those small concrete footings are not strong enough for such a massive building and welding to the base plate is not necessary, using the right size bolts would be strong enough, with those bolts having the proper length in the concrete . . also the welds holding the top truss is not sufficient in my view needs additional structure.

[@adrianakuzmikova1697]

what size of a rod and how many amps would you use for welding this thing?

[@AllAmericanDreamChaser]

This woman reminds me of "Rosie the riveter" from the WW2 era. God Bless the spirit of our American women!👍😀🇺🇸

[@sli1777]

They are so far and few between anymore

[@aborda6044]

It's a beautiful job. But the structure us too stiff too much welding. Usually u need to combine bolts and joins to give more flexibility. Welding is a good solution, but u need to remember the steel has expansion in hot weather . This will produce a.fatigue process specially in the welding areas. Try to consider this for u next projects.

[@upsidedowndog1256]

You make nicer cuts with your plasma cutter than I have seen others do.

[@MrPremium08]

Anthony Butera agreed

[@codycullum2248]

agreed

[@bruceburns1672]

You could not do this any harder than what was done here , a dumpy level would of got the base plates at perfect equal heights, all this could of been done on the flat , repainted and then erected .

[@saamr2012]

You got a design for the future "Wilker Garage Workshop" yet? Don't leave me hanging.... lol. Great job.

[@impalainvestments5036]

Ever heard of structural re inforcement? wheres the lateral support. Have you calculated windage and shear strength? How about tensile load. I dont think this build would pass a standard Voigt Kampff test. Please, amateurs, dont use this for a guideline. Get a professional builder advice.

[@petercollin5670]

Wow, only 20 inches down in the ground. Here in the north we have to go down 4 feet to get well below the frost line.

[@reversegreenpotato]

20 inches down into rock though

[@asg3hb]

Peter Collin we have to go below the frost line to avoid the expansion/rise of surface due to frost.

[@Fireship1]

Peter Collin exactly. To avoid frost heaving. That will tend to lift the footing out of the ground if not deep enough.

[@t.n.s.hilton3697]

I don't understand why she digged 20inches and still only poured concrete in the ground....I thought the beams would be more secured if they were placed in the ground along with the concrete. From what I see it's just four I hooks with the plate at the top of the concrete . What do you'll think ?

[@billcorbet9746]

I think all her work ends up looking good. With that being said wind load on a carport can be significant, I'd be worried about that with how this is attached. April please know I am not taking anything away from what you did, just mainly trying to help. Here we have to go 30" down minimum for a footing, and car port attachment usually has some pretty good anchor points. Your willingness to do all this stuff and figure it out is very awesome. Keep it up.

[@prosperandbehealthy]

You can't build these things in the big cities. First they you tax you more for the structure, and second give you a massive fine for working without permits.

[@W0lf880]

I dont know why, but its so satisfying and calming to watch your videos. Great work as always. Cheers.

[@sugarvic12]

Wolf right i can actually sit through her videos enjoy them and appreciate her work

[@christianibabe8800]

Cheers for the Video! Apologies for chiming in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you tried - Mahorrla Wooden Paradise Method (should be on google have a look)? It is a smashing one of a kind product for building better sheds and woodworking minus the headache. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my mate finally got cool results with it.

[@zaidansari3030]

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[@pepeelzorro7925]

excelente!! tengo que hacer un cochera en casa.. no te casarías conmigo?? jajaja hablando en serio muy buen proyecto te felicito!!!

[@SeanBZA]

Only gripe is the footings are too small, and those 4 eye bolts alone will tear out easily. Next time at least put some rebar through the holes and tie down with wires. so there is extra grip to the concrete mix. That way the failure will be the footings pulling out the ground, rather than the footing staying put and the steel just tearing out. Concrete mix is easiest with that being 1 part cement, 1 part sand and 1 part gravel, and add a hydraulic additive to give higher strength, which for this is not too much extra cost.

[@anilmailfobbinka1548]

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[@GaiusGarage]

Excellent work! What gauge thickness did you use for the 6x6 posts?

[@John_Malecki]

Cool to see how you did something so big. Love the initiative as always

[@Moroccan1copper2003designer]

Bein articles bravo

[@mikereid2865]

A bit over built for a polycarbonate roof wouldn't you say?

[@StephenLinhart]

When he lifted the jackhammer out of the ground *in sandals* I flinched.

[@tonyvolbeda952]

next time you do foundation weld plates do as they do on stop light poles.. still requires careful horizontal placement. but allow one inch between the plate and concrete using a nuts under the plate. after concrete sets, adjust using nuts,,, lock in place and fil void with hydraulic cement

[@JeffMartinez648]

April, I'm always amazed at your willingness to take on a huge project and never quit attitude, you would have made a great Marine! So proud of you.

[@tempsdequalite2522]

wow so strong and hard worker woman God Bless You Girl. Until now I though Americans are lazy and racist but now I see American people women are hard worker just like us Canadians are.

[@peggyt1243]

Very impressive April.

[@DougHanchard]

Damn. Carport will outlast your great grandchildren....

[@mikebernard4762]

Hi April. Looks like good practice for building your new workshop! I admire your skills. Good like with the build and I look forward to seeing the end result. Mike B

[@Moroccan1copper2003designer]

Bein articles bravo pour articles

[@davidwootton683]

I love your videos, but when I saw the anchor bolts I cringed. What you do for all of us with your spirit is fantastic. Jess Neal has put it sort of well !! ?? Your footings are a bit small. And I would have an engineer look at your structure. I try not to make negative comments, but your structure is not safe as it is. Again thanks for the videos and greetings from Africa.

[@terenfro1975]

1:54 in to this and I can tell you from the foundation up you’ve messed this up. Plates are the absolute wrong way to do this as the car port will lift off the ground in high wind. Plates should only be used if a continuous slab is poured. Another example of KZbin expertise over sound practice and experience.

[@frar.841]

The anchors are the best part

[@hasankarabulut3429]

*WONDERFUL GIRLS BUSINESS BUILDING*

[@slaplapdog]

"This is my project" Hell yeah!

[@skoronesa1]

At that point you might as well pour a slab. Seems a damn shame not to have a slab now too. Corrugated steel siding would be good. Oh wait, guess that would make it a garage....lolz

[@anthonyjohnson7719]

April, I enjoy watching your videos and love your can do anything attitude. That being said, you should have consulted a Structural Engineer. The folks commenting below are correct in their observations regarding the footing sizes and the anchor bolts. I am a Structural Engineer and I have some concerns regarding this structure. Texas is considered a high wind zone area. You are essentially building a kite. The footings need to be sized for bearing and uplift load cases. Additionally the anchorage needs to be designed for combined horizontal shear and tension uplift forces that will occur during a wind event. The anchor bolts size and embedment need to be designed per ACI 318, 2016 IBC and any local building authority requirements. All the connections for the Ordinary Moment Frame that you seem to be building should be checked. Were any of the steel members sizing based on structural analysis? If not, they should also be checked. This is a life safety concern. Please verify your footings, anchorage and member sizes before proceeding with your project.

[@anthonyjohnson7719]

Tim, yes the plastic roofing material will likely tear off during a major wind event before damaging the steel frame. There are many DYI structures that perform for long periods of time because they do not get loaded. This structure may also perform as intended for many years. However, this structures seems to have several deficiencies that could have been easily corrected with some structural analysis and planning before April started her project. I usually do not comment on videos but I had some life safety concerns and was just trying to provide some constructive advise.

[@speedjunky1321]

Couldn't agree more. While I appreciate and enjoy watching these videos, I'm concerned by how many people will follow in these steps and not consult an engineer or attempt to get permits and inspections. There are reasons these steps have been implemented and required in the buidling industry. I'm all for DIY but follow the rules and make sure you are in compliance with state and local laws/building codes. I only bring it up because April does have such a following. Are these steps inconvenient, absolutley, but they are required for a reason. What happens if a storm comes, rips the car port to shreds, and pitches the steel into a neighbors house, or your parents house. Or worse case, someone dies. There's now video evidence of how the building was built and if it doesn't meet code, you are on the hook for all of it, and any additional costs. Hopefully none of that happens.

[@michaelmcclure1167]

I totally agree with everything you say. I am a retired Ironworker. This is dangerous. Consult with an Engineer, please!!! Can't watch this anymore. @@speedjunky1321

[@алиханалихан-п9я]

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[@02pwrstrk]

THAT is a car port!

[@castaluminiumindustries7875]

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[@muzman777]

So the entire structure is only as strong as your welds! Crazy! Why not just concrete the posts in to the ground? Otherwise what the hell was the point of digging down 20" to secure a steel plate on top? It makes no sense whatsoever. For such a technically minded woman, you have made a right mess of that.

[@plymouth-hl20ton37]

muzman777 depends where she is if she's in Texas they don't freeze if she's in Ohio does freeze it's 36 in to 42 in deep so why negative grow up

[@bosse641]

Such a good daughter. ...they must be so proud of you.

[@DillysADV]

Fun project. kinda curious about the materials cost.. Loved the little giggle after you tacked the first truss in place. Your having way too much fun!

[@anilmailfobbinka1548]

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[@rosefleur9186]

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[@abdoulrashidabbanummi2248]

I am also a welding worker in Africa, if I can get a job with you, I will be happy if you can help me. I am in Algeria but I am from Niger.

[@knuckle47]

April, you’re invited over for lunch and dinner, ...for the next 6 weeks....parts delivery on Tuesday 😄

[@markmauzey9488]

I bought one of those crappy car ports from harbor freight and the wind not only bent all the pipe in the structure, but it also blew away and I never found it.

[@scootrodellabutro6183]

world's most expensive car port!

[@HyperInflation2020]

Scootro Dellabutro And built on an inadequate footing. No way this would pass inspection.

[@robroy5729]

lmao

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[@andydouglass1374]

In my kingdom, the elders speak in hushed tones of a land to the south where the folk can build without bribing the lord's inspector and gaining his approval first. Btw, you built a truckport.

[@waltschannel7465]

Andy Douglass Hahahaha!!! Nice!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@f400i]

....sounds like you did your homework for the proportions...I believe mig welding is better than stick welding [no slag and works better upside down with clean welds] It seems like you adapted the principles of wood construction on this, which I think makes the whole far more resistant. In metal construction we use heavy join plates with really thick bolts to allow us to defy the traditional principles [ie economise on struts and cross members] I haven't seen the end of the project...but I would put two struts, forming triangles on all four corners of the posts [eight in total] thus making it more sturdy...after that I would doubt it could be blown down, particularly as the lower side members, once bolted or welded on, will add more strength to the whole ...however a badly attatched sheet metal roof can always get blown away like a kite. What will the wall panels be made of? Sheet metal also? Bon Courage! as we say here in France

[@Shopbuilt]

Awesome job! Your not afraid of a big project:)

[@quenguyen5890]

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[@simblorr]

2:22 I recommend investing in a laser rangefinder :) Great project though!

[@MrGsxjay]

as an active CWI in Ohio I must say all these " welders" on here raising questions first the welder she has is a 210 machine and depending on the gas she used a 1/4 thick piece of material is well within this machines capabilities regular mild steel and er70s2 wire will be fine now dual shield is ideal but not necessarily the only answer however vert down welds are not ideal should of done vert up bet an experienced welder with proper nozzle placement could yield an acceptable weld she did a good job but I'd definitely add some gussets

[@timderks5960]

Just curious: Why rent a cherrypicker / manbasket instead of a crane? I'm pretty sure those are available in that size as well, and those are actually meant for lifting stuff. I'm pretty sure a cherrypicker / manbasket has very specific instructions NOT to lift anything with it. I'm sure it'll be fine, and the lifted object isn't that heavy, but since you didn't really use the cherrypicker / manbasket for anything else (yet?), I'm just wondering why you chose it over a crane.

[@AprilWilkerson]

They didn't have one available the day I needed it. :) I was on a short timeframe to get this done so I made due. It was my intention to use it for lifting the purlins in place as well but it turned out to be waaay easier to just lift them up by hand so we returned the machine. Lesson learned.

[@jorgecabrera4736]

What degree

[@georgevg5720]

Muchas Felicidades Joven Por Su Canal. .. Saludos Cordiales Desde Mazatlán, Sinaloa, México. ..

[@danielway9662]

Have I told you lately, you are amazing?!!You blew my mind with this.Way to go April!!!

[@prodigalson2670]

U ain't getting any simp

[@ELDIESTRODIY]

would be great if you make a lost of materials and cost I'm gone make soon something like this

[@nickstaves]

Steel tubes?? What wall thickness of that tubes? It looks like too light for that size...

[@xchemicalXladybugx]

Nick Staves steel beams (usually reinforced by manufactured lumber) are used to support upper floors/roofs when there aren't enough load bearing walls in a room/on a floor. The problem with the structure is that there is minimal horizontal support. There should be a beam between the two tips of the gable ends. Welding alone also isn't a good idea. There should be brackets holding everything together. There's only TWO welds holding either side of that structure. Those two side, top beams without a roof structure are an accident waiting to happen

[@hotrodhog2170]

She said 1/4'' wall tubes.

[@dougstergaming5173]

You have to make sure that the concrete is below the frost level because the frost will push the post up when there's frost

[@AdderlyPazos]

Ten years from now you'll be uploading videos of spaceship builds. :)

[@gateway8833]

This is perfect timing, I have been planning this exact project. I think I have my example. Thank you. That little jig you did, is that the welder victory dance? What ever it is you are just to cute for words.

[@l.y.g.3515]

Cody is a very lucky man. :) Than you for letting us get a glimpse into your wonderful world. Attitude truly makes all the difference. Cheers!

[@handykeppy7333]

Wouldn't it be better to cut the part she'd cut of the footing beams in the angle of the roof?

[@Mageyitos55]

Muy buen trabajo 👍

[@neckofthewoods24]

Seeing black on your face and around your nose, you need to be wearing a respirator!

[@avysdesigns1640]

Wow it looks awesome! I think you guys are right-that aint going no where!

[@marvincarle1313]

You girl, are a machine. You are why I love KZbin. The levels of inspiration you give is amazing. Keep up the awesome work.

[@AlzubidiAllzubaidi]

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[@mikewiebe4598]

Skills and all that aside, the most impressive thing about this project is your ambition... the kind of thing I'd talk about doing for years and never do cause its a ton of work! Nice work! And half these people are questioning you about permits lol

[@markwilloughby2686]

Damn girl! Are you sure your not a contractor

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

Love your enthusiasm, it is very contagious. I also liked the way you checked for square although I am nor sure what you would have done if it wasn't square!. One thing though, it will not blow away in a wind. Looking forward to your next installment

[@losttraveler9845]

Any reason why you didn't put the entire thing on a concrete pad if you wanted a perm structure?

[@aidannina494]

Losttraveler cost and time probably

[@RoninJeremy]

Was looking to make a carport myself, new to metal work. What thickness (gauge) material did you use?

[@danielmegidodelavega6058]

One question?. Why welding is descendent? Not is good. We Must welding Up.. always Up..embrace...

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[@김재선-b5f]

아주 잘 하십니다.🤗 안전제일 몸 조심 건강하셔요. 🤹‍♂️

[@87vertgt]

you crack me up, the whole laughing while using the jackhammer.....i think we're all on the same page about getting excited about using one

[@MrCbell57]

Very nice. Enjoyed the build. I need one exactly like this one in TEXAS. How much? $10k?

[@silvergrizzly316]

I've really enjoyed your vids until I seen the Chevy shirt,,, now I've got ta go...😤😢😲😆😂😂😂😂😂. To Cody; you've got the wife every man dreams of...😀 Very Skilled brother!!!

[@GeraldJensen]

20 inches! Around here (Green Bay) we have to down 4 FEET! Must not have to be concerned about a frost line in Texas.

[@jackielinde7568]

April is in Texas, and most likely doesn't have a frost line to deal with. I live in Phoenix, Arizona, and likewise, we do not have a frost line to deal with, either. Here, footings have to be two feet (24 inches) deep. However, there are other code requirements for the footings. I know there are requirements for rebar in the footing for additional strength. I don't remember the exact size, but I think her footings need to be at least 12 inches in diameter and have to be above ground at least three inches for seasonal weather. (And we didn't see how April made her footings, so there are questions.) People have raised questions about the bolts she used to secure the structure to the footings as well.

[@erinmiars7324]

I really like this design you used! Could you give the dimensions--I heard 20 x 24 x? How tall is the head clearance? (I think about tall trucks passing through...) Thanks in advance!

[@MrReejohnson]

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[@coppernicus6004]

Very self-styled method. Professional do everything in workshop. Step 1:- Foundation After drying cement. Step 2:- Fitting with the help of crane,and other leveling instruments. All fabrication work will be done in workshop.

[@billbaggins]

Where is the parrot ? You look like a pirate with that bandanna. :) Plasma skills are excellent mate and we all love the Wilker wiggle. Footings could have been bigger but looking good mate. Cheers.

[@vaccumme]

Ms. Wilkerson. The size of the material that you are Welding a acts as a large " heat sink" I suggest that you may want to consider " pre - heating " of the material before Welding. This could be done with a simple Propane Hand Torch. Just a 10 t0 15 second pass before Welding the joint would improve on the overall quality of the Pass. Turning up the Amperage and slowing down the Wire Speed would be worth investigating. I enjoy your Projects very much. Keep moving forward. Ted.

[@theessexhunter1305]

My self I would have clamped the angle brackets put the 4 beams into a level then cut the waste off, that way you can reverse the level to double check and not rely on a bit of string and 2" level. But it is the USA lol

[@zackzander425]

Them anchor bolts . . . .YIKES!!!!!!! Those were not anchor bolts. Just sayin.

[@darinbarfield8738]

Wonderful craftsmanship- I could do this… I only lack the experience, expertise & the necessary equipment. So until then, I’m gonna have to settle for one of the cheap lightweight metal carports. I am gonna add some extra framing 4 x 6 & 4 x 4 posts that will be anchored into the earth , Which will support future lumber built lean tos, So this will add some stability. But love the look of the more substantial steel.

[@andresjimenez1074]

Hola soy nuevo en el canal, como sugerencia sería bueno los vídeo con subtítulos en español para el público hispano, gracias buen día.

[@namedimooketsi3838]

Hi April. Fantastic ! What are the length, width and height dimensions for your shade? I have an 8m long by 4m wide area I want to put a workshop shade on. Can I get away with just four uprights of 200 mm x 200 mm posts like you did or must I plant three posts on each of the 8 m lengths side, for a 3.5 m high shade of same roof type structure?

[@rayban5737]

good reasnoble sozed job u and ya dad...good on ya good job...and u can weld .choice keep it up.roughly whw much was the overall cost if u dont mind me asking....im pondering steel or timber.1m 50/50

[@ГеоргийАрутюнов-э2д]

Ну и во сколько && он вышел

[@Darthreloy]

Everybody and I mean everyone always gets a jack hammer way too big. Just so people know, the hard part of jack hammering is continuously picking up the hammer as it goes down all by itself. The big portable compressor is fine but not the hammer. A simple 20 or 30 pound hammer can dig you to china through solid rock. I used one for years for my job and I just felt sorry for the dummies using the 50+ pound hammers.

[@KlunkerRider]

I hope you drilled a 1/4" hole near the T&B of those tube steel members like the columns to allow for moisture condensation venting, otherwise you will risk getting trapped moisture rusting the tubes from the inside out, its an issue with sealed up tube members is wet or humid climates

[@condepatula5837]

Felicidades por su trabajo saben podían conseguirme las herramientas que utilizan . es una maravilla.

[@9s7aturn]

Most people commenting are commenting on your energy, enthusiasm and somewhat talent for welding. I admire you very much too for the undertaking. But having been a welder for 40 years, I would have consulted an engineer for the footers. I would have used at least 3/4" stainless steel "L" bolts and they would have been about 16" long to go way down into the footer. The footer would have been at least a 4' by 4' angle footer down below the frost line. Otherwise, I like what you do, but watch out when the wind comes!!

[@robroy5729]

Lmao. There are so many code violations in this video its unreal. Completely blown away at the fact that she just set the truss in place and just welded it!!?!?!?! Where are your connections, whether intended to weld to bolt together?!?! Choice of welding procedure is most definitely questionable. Footers will more then likely move at only 20 some inches in the ground. Cant believe you didnt try something other then an eyebolts as an anchor. WAY easier to pour the footer and set your 4 anchors per your specifications, fab a plate to weld on the bottom of your column, set the column!! Absolute A+ for effort, F for farication.