BIG Changes To Our Building! | E1

[@richardgabel33]

Hi guys... nice try. Take backhoe and remove pumping soil. Break up the concrete dumped on the hill and use that material to stabilize the sub grade. Bring in an excessive amount of crushed stone and place it first where this truck was stuck then on curves. You can regrade later and use for your road. Also cap the new crushed stone with fines and dust to lock the gravel in place. Just having compacted gravel with nothing to lock it in place just won’t work. I don’t know everything and I might be wrong this time but I have been in construction 50 years and I believe what I have suggested is a viable solution. Have fun and stay safe.

[@dwjr5129]

Another pro tip… when lifting items to a high elevation, run your straps/chains etc over the back of the bucket (between the center two teeth) and attach to an eye if the bucket has one. If not attach it somehow. This will allow you to roll the bucket out (dump) and get a higher lift while not having to worry about your straps/chains sliding off the teeth of the bucket. Much safer that way. Sorry, not trying to second guess your work. I owned 4 minis for about 20 years and learned a few tricks along the way. The project looks great! Can’t wait to see the apartment come to life!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Keeps the tips coming! 🙌🏻

[@sceneanuerebelrebel9244]

I just thought I'd share; do you know what a grizzly bar is , it's used to separate rocks,gravel, and dirt by dumping loader buckets on the slanted bars,anything bigger than tennis balls rolls off the angled grid small stuff collects under grid and can be moved to wherever you want.Look up gold mining industry or tv series dealing with the trials and tribulations of gold miners in Canada --Alaska .

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley has been diving deep into the world of separators and crushers. We have all of the ingredients to make a nice road, we just need to figure out how to make it happen!

[@edwardhughes3240]

Ironically, the mugs I ordered from your site arrived today as I was watching you. The absolutely funny part is where they came from. I used to live in Southwest Greensburg! I know Roseytown Road quite well, I have travelled it many times. At the top end is a Goodwill Store on one side and a cemetery on the other and of course a stop light. On the bottom side is a field on one side and a micro brew on the other. Eddie

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is awesome! Thanks for buying mugs and supporting our channel. ☺️

[@Samtzu]

I couldn't tell, but I hope, hope, hope that you gave the mud (concrete) at least four hours or more to firm up before you started putting beams on it. I mean, you can put the beams on, but there is less chance of it cracking if you you wait eight hours, or the next day, before you begin to add stress to it. Green mud will crack, and if it's buried, you won't find out..... but then again, it may not affect the actual structure over the top of it.

[@15halerobert]

Boomer is a lot like my Jager, the Stealth pup. Not a full lab but 75/25 lab/shepherd. But a wild thing when he was young. He lived with his brother for a while. Their rough housing we called puppy wars. Great entertainment. Anyway Jager eventually got to the stage where he might run off somewhere but you could set you watch by it, he would always come back around every 30 minutes to check in.

[@brentderksen]

Only 62 hangers away! We had to hand nail our beams together and the hangers onto them. Fun times. The kids enjoyed that part.

[@lory2622]

The cock up on the end support column was a relief for me. I was starting to think you guys were closet experts laying in the weeds, because you make this all seem so easy. Thanks again.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

🤣

[@franktyred9195]

As a remodeling contractor I can honestly say there is nothing more satisfying than setting a beam that is so perfectly placed it requires a bit of force to get it in place but not so much that it deforms. Those two floor beams were perfect, nice work you two! The joy in the work is in the details.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It was an amazing feeling!

[@MrClivelupo]

I have no clue what you are doing, but it seems to be very easy, the truth is i respect all the people who can work with powertools and all that stuff. I tried once in my life to hang up a picture which transferred me into the ER. Since then my wife sends me shopping when she does so "easy" stuff like you are doing.

[@mrfarmer532]

The hardest working and coolest couple on KZbin 👍🏼🏆

[@jscanlan22]

Fun Channel -- a heads up -- your furry and scaled neighbors will soon be looking for winter homes. Peppermint oil will help keep them out of equipment and other places. I don't know if it will irritate the dogs.

[@chrissartain4430]

My first day finding you both! You both work so well together, you guys tackle any & everything before you. You might be thee Only couple in the western United States...

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

Refreshing to watch young folks work so hard and have pride in their work. Good job you two!!

[@suesheane3671]

I started watchin when I was binge watching various homemade truck campers and the algorithm chose you guys and now I'm absolutely hooked. You seem like a genuinely talented Jack & Jill of all trades and cool couple 💑. Love all the videos!!! Cheers from 🇨🇦🤘

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@theresaluvspims6163]

Oh, now I get a better idea of how the apartment will be laid out. Nice design. You know Boone thinks it's his channel too and he wants to share his story too. This is so much fun!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We can't wait to start layout out the apartment. It's surreal to think we are working on our home! 😊

[@TravelsofRedRover]

We have been watching you two for a while now. You guys are are great team and real inspiration to what can be accomplished when you work together. Take care of each other.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much!

[@sceneanuerebelrebel9244]

Van Wives latest do is installation of Geotextiles to reinforce driveway base before large rock -gravel layers all steps shown . The girls are fighting wet and greasy clay subbase and at times standing water.

[@jamesvodnik9359]

11/2/23, 9pm. Your footers for the loft were done wrong. You should have had a footer approx 2' thick, approx 2x2' wide at frost and the column resting on the that. Also no need to surround it with sooo much concrete, just enough to prevent lateral movement which is unlikely. Also you didn't say if you crowned the joists. Bravo for your accomplishments! James

[@꼰대-x2y]

At the end, the puppy barks and says, "I want to say hi to KZbin".Yes! Cute!

[@chechygalvarez2269]

Apartment floor...soooooon, yeah. Congrats.

[@mferrarorace]

Your truck is awesome!

[@SaYeager]

Doing great! way to go

[@oliverknight26]

Always look forward to your videos

[@lsgnkdmstwsl]

Did you not know when working on PSI for pads, the pad needs to be at least half the thickness of the width, and reinforced? If you pad is 2 feet wide then it should be at least 12 inches thick before the post is placed on it, then at least another 12 inches should be placed on top of that giving you a total of 2 x 2 x 2 feet cube concrete. The 2 inches you did will break over time allowing the post to push through it I am sorry to say. This is the same for all of your wall posts too. As they said on Titanic movie, over time your ship will falter.

[@williamlokar7747]

My dad would say. "There's too much laff'in go'in on for any work gett'in done! Looking forward to next Sunday.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😉

[@lloydgraves]

Well done!

[@davidjackman5773]

Another good job, guys. The excavator is great tool. Having two competent operators is icing on the cake.

[@Michele_Joe]

Just found your channel, We backed up to watch more of your Home & Shop series Love the Series Michele & Joe

[@ewidmer1]

Looks great

[@jslwrnc63]

Unless you vibrate or jiggle to some degree the concrete you are in stalling all you have done is create a lattice work of bubbles under your pier that will collapse.

[@bobhale8325]

I like that you both can work the eqipment as needed.

[@FERRYKANA]

Another great step!

[@Improve_Explore_Fix_Repeat]

Another fine video

[@ssxu1168]

Ooy. These Are Happy Happy Dogs on a Dumspter Truck Ride..🥰

[@MadCatMan699]

Man these videos are so entertaining that time flies so fast

[@ahorseman4ever1]

I also like how versatile you two are. I also have a great partner like that, what a blessing that is. Keep up the great work.

[@oldguysrule5895]

Every week I think "How Amazing", and then you top it the next week! I am certain you are inspiring many to tackle their own projects - Oh to be 30 years younger. Thanks so much for sharing your success with us - and sharing your family.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It’s crazy to think how far the property has come in only a few months!

[@kaz7809]

You 2 make me want to get out and build something. For Pole Barn beginners, y'all are doing a great job !! I vote for Fireman's Pole to exit the loft

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley is currently deciding between fire pole or rope ladder… 😂

[@kaz7809]

@@AmbitionStrikes LOVE IT !!

[@cocochanel9291]

Haha. Serious Riley !

[@sceneanuerebelrebel9244]

You use a scab plate , notch 3/16 steel plate around beam cutout secure with construction screws 4" overlap for a bite of 5 -- 6 on each side .

[@James-cn9no]

Appreciate you fessing up to the mistakes. Contemplating a smaller build by myself. I know I will make and have to overcome mistakes.

[@buckcannon1811]

Really starting to look like a livable dwelling. You guys work so well together that it makes it a lot easier to stay on pace. Staying focused on any project is key! Great job! 😂😂😂

[@benjaminreinhardt259]

Might I suggest you all wire some lights up in the rafters? Will make working later in the building easier. Will be nice later to have attic lighting throughout also. No need to go crazy with nice lights, just some bright cheapies. Next option would be to get some string lights and hang them from the rafters as a more temporary solution. Either way, a little time now for lighting will pay dividends, especially as winter approaches and the sun goes down earlier. Building is coming along nicely. You all take care.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is an excellent suggestion!

[@mcspaddencw]

I was getting ready for work today, not really wanting to go, thinking well atleast we get an Ambition Strikes video today.

[@hollandduck79]

nice progress made . from the Netherlands thanks for the video

[@johnjr3870]

See your almost at 110k, nice. You 2 work together so well, must be nice. Yes you will learn tricks to work high and I am learning to work alone.

[@sarasyrankothrankoth9444]

great job...

[@kirbythomas5468]

I’m just going back and rewatching y’all’s build’s and I’m more amazed each time I watch👍

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching Kirby!

[@mannypickard479]

Refreshing to watch young folks work

[@MythicalMonk3y]

Proud of you two for doing everything yourselves and learning along the way.

[@bchdsailor]

You two are quite a team, impressing to say the least

[@andrew6446]

Riley, after all that work I can see you replacing your "Tired" wardrobe. LOL You have a true calling as a brand spokesperson. Thanks for keeping us with you.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

T-shirts don't survive long around here... 😉

[@bernardstevens3613]

Love how you guys work as a TEAM! AWESOME! Both, able to work the equipment! Keep up the good work! Thanks for Sharing your lives!

[@kristinjohnson3655]

She’s a keeper. Lucky both of you to find one another!

[@regiedelosreyes6222]

Good job... keep safe..

[@joekoscielniak8576]

Love the addition of the dogs! My family and I are "Dog-People" if there is such a thing! I watched your first video on the "pole barn" build. It's much more than the typical pole barn fore sure. I enjoy your "can-do-no grip" approach to the project. Kind of a "here's what we thought - this is the reality - so we plugged ahead without gripping about it."

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is such an excellent way of describing how we tackle things!

[@renem6441]

You are doing great work those are some big pieces of wood!!

[@starshipcaptain4753]

great charity!

[@MrClivelupo]

only a thought, leave on the second story an acsess opening so when you are nearly finished you can heave the heavy appliances ( fridge, oven, washingmaschine) into that spot, and then drive it around where you need it.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is a great idea!!

[@ftkinsella]

Man that excavator has really come in handy and even better with both of you able to operate it. Your apartment is looking good. I can’t wait to see next weeks video. Cheers!!!

[@mcoppock214]

I love that truck, you could acoustically insulate the inside the cabin to make life a little quieter.

[@rachelwhiddon5343]

So exciting!!! You both work so well together! I love how the furbabies like to make sure you know they are there! 👍

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Boone wants to know when his apartment will be done… 😂

[@x35mmman]

@@AmbitionStrikes I miss the part of the stairs. Is this going to be a outside the building

[@Dekn33s]

I’m so happy to have watched you guys for so long now! This journey is so inspiring I cannot wait to do what you do !

[@erichuggins09]

Dream team. I swear you guys are a great team. I mean that lady can do anything her husband does.. AWESOME....

[@suzannekrause9601]

I have been worried about the support beams and how you were going to put them up. Great job. I watched your dad, Riley, and others build a retaining wall next to the barn at the Redtail in preparation for our Rotary event. The definition of “Casey” is “works hard/uses many tools.”

[@_marcus_does_]

More more more!

[@mikedengel4027]

I realize that this video is 1 year old but I am a truck driver and think that this little tip I want to share may help others The 28 ft beam should have been loaded like a canoe over the top of the truck cab and hood and supported by some pallets from the lumberyard in the bed on top of the other building materials that way you would only had 4 feet over hang on each end of truck for safer turning

[@wendellharker6690]

You make it look so easy it looks good.

[@NUKE_001]

You are going to have apartment 🥳🥳🥳 now you can do more amazing things

[@timfiggins7764]

Wow guys, awersome progress. Looks ike so much fun. Super cool that you can switch roles all the time. Good team.

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

❤ You two make a really great team! The drainage solution in the back looks good. Mother nature will let you know how well it all works out. 🙂 (she knows best and is a great teacher) We like the new closing screen. Mark (& Teresa)

[@jeanguillemette8306]

I love you guys

[@fredericrike5974]

Just listening to the two of you, I can hear many nights of binge watching RR. I think Riley really got the load path explanation really down. Solid! FR

[@seafieldgrant6957]

Thumbs up ! Life is tough but you two have fun doing really difficult stuff ! Just being married takes lots of patience. the best of luck you guys, thanks for the video.

[@bennymanfrost]

I’ve been watching you guys since the beginning! You are my absolute favorite people to watch on KZbin! Having said that please wear a mask when dumping in the dry cement mix! I’m going through my dad phase in life lol!

[@JamesPhieffer]

I like the use of those posts in the end walls. While they aren't major load-bearing pieces, using them to support that main beam just ties your whole structure together with even more strength. Boone: "I see you have cookies for breakfast. I too like cookies for breakfast". Watch out when carrying extra long loads like that beam. Over 10' of overhang is legally an oversized load in Idaho, and you may need a permit. Not to say you can't get away without one, but if you are pulled over or involved in an accident, it could cause problems for you. Great to see the apartment underway. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@meirionevans5137]

When you are compacting earth/fill, add water, just a little. Damp earth will compact nicely. Also, when you are fitting beams/columns, hit them with a rubber maul, not a steel one. No scars or dents! Your crane work is impressive, not easy working inside your own home.

[@TheGentilcores]

This is coming along awesome! The design of the shop/apartment is incredible. Great work you two!

[@LearnandLive97]

Love it

[@Heysupdan]

Now I can see how the windows make sense, cool to see!

[@evilunclestu5862]

I really dug this post. You must be beaming with pride at what you got done!

[@tlstanbro3193]

I think it’s cool you’re letting your wife running the excavator or maybe it’s the other way around it’s HER excavator 👍💪❤️👠

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😉

[@antondefense3325]

I was wondering when you would start apt. It's funny I have seen figuring out how your would do floor. 28' glue lam answers it. I know it all will work great.

[@cbpuzzle]

Try putting the sealed bag of concrete in the mixer. Then cut it with a knife and pull out the paper.

[@johnwilson8922]

Great job guys, scary but yall got her done once again !

[@tomscott3939]

i am watching this out of order you tube should arrange them for us. at least the video is there to watch!!I like to see the progress!!

[@dlg5485]

Those LVL structural beans are amazing! They're practically as strong as steel, but easier to work with and allow the long open runs that you want, especially in a workshop. Another great video, guys!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We are so excited to have found some locally that were the perfect size!

[@mikedog9746]

You should get yourself a back belt!!

[@pascallaval2083]

Super travail. Vous êtes formidables tous les deux. 😃👍🥰🥰

[@davebodine1526]

Great work. Both of you are awesome.

[@chombi84]

Great video, looking forward to seeing the upper floor go in 👍

[@aulii11]

You guys absolutely, flat out ROCK!!

[@noproblem2big337]

I like the positioning of the raised floor keeping full height at the door side, this will be a great shed and living quarters, well done!

[@wcresponder]

Nicely done!

[@guylongley1573]

Looks like Boone likes to voice his opinion. 😂 Wow that barn/shop is coming along awesome. Can't wait for more videos. 🐾😁👍

[@christalbert722]

Ahh... 80# bags of concrete. I've pussed out as I've gotten older and started buying 60s. :) Beautiful work guys, it's truly fun watching you!

[@darylcampbell3244]

You could use the frame of you shed. Add purlins and then sheet metal on the on it making it a more permanent enclosure. It would not be a hard project except for enclosing the ends and framing out a door.

[@jeffreykbevins7116]

Another great video . You all do work so good together as a team and that's the way that it should be . It's great that she can run all of the equipment also . I will see you all in another video, so be careful and stay safe . As always, Jeffrey !!!

[@firetrain01]

Very impressed how you got the initial framework up. Looking good!

[@milt7348]

Stay healthy