Building the Bridge to the Off Grid Cabin

[@billiehuskins8129]

Great bridge and great dog

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks

[@thomaspepper2201]

I found that the dimond blades work better for cutting metal roofing less then 1/16 thick. Use a thin carbon stile black ""cut-off"" on heavy steel cut-off projects.

[@greg76543210]

Came here to say this. I also think notching the log further would have been far easier/less frustrating. Just an armchair quarterback sitting on a couch though; you’re the one out there and the one who got it done!

[@TheJimcrooks800]

Fundamental piece of work to enable so much more - the bridge was critical. As always, your approach in getting things 'just so' will pay dividends in the long run. More decking boards to increase he width of the tracks across will also strengthen the bridge - perhaps for a larger delivery truck for the cabin materials. Well done Cory - and lovely to see you rejoicing with Gracie as those metal cut-offs were made. Thanks again for sharing the projects with us.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Well said!

[@rudycarlson8245]

Unfortunately, I didn’t get to see all of the last video that you posted you said they were a Wass of mold issue? Are you going to rip it out? And replace it?

[@ButchMullinz]

I’ve just started watching your videos and really enjoy them. Like watching the construction of things and especially things like you’re doing in the outdoors. I really liked seeing you read Gods word and hearing you pray. Keep up the good work brother. 0:02

[@TheMaineWoods]

welcome and thank you

[@stevenschwagel8029]

I like the fact that you took time from your busy schedule and cleaned up the river.

[@TheMaineWoods]

It’s much better now

[@cindyblair1283]

I have enjoyed all your videos! I am always looking forward to what is next. I am for sure that when you are done with your new home that it’s going to be fabulous. I adore Gracie what a a sweetie you have. So Good luck on all your new projects to come and as always God Bless❤

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you so much!

[@irenemeno3585]

Such a loyal girl Gracie is and precious how you know just what she needs. The bridge is so important especially as more materials need to come for the cabin build. I know you'll make it just right and there for a long time to enjoy. I know you are, but please continue listening to your body as you've been doing. We appreciate all you're showing us and will keep you, Gracie and this project in our prayers Cory.

[@bettymynatt7339]

You did an awesome job on the bridge all by yourself. Something you can be very proud of. Take your rest as you need. Gracie is very loving. God Bless you both.❤❤❤❤❤

[@robertgreen8416]

I am very thankful for the kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO that has been a tremendous help to me in building a perfect outdoor shed. I have been facing many challenges and difficulties for a long time, but this plan has guided me to correct the mistakes during the process. I am impressed by the projects and I express my gratitude to the creator of this collection of plans.

[@darlabuchmeier8139]

Yeah, a bridge!! Looks beautiful. Good work😊

[@jennifertriplett6149]

The bridge looks awesome, Cory. Great job! Blessings to you and Gracie!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks so much!

[@lisaogg6337]

I'm so thankful you have a good strong bridge now. Gracie is so sweet and precious, I love seeing her. Prayers for you. Take care and God Bless you and Gracie always

[@DowneastThunderCreations]

Enjoyed watching your project come together. "Wintah's" coming fast! We're busy battening down the hatches here, Downeast in Milbridge. 👍👍👍

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

I remember when you worked on restoreing old cabins quite awhile back. Gracie was pretty much a pup then. Glad to see you back. Please take it easy you had a very serious illness.

[@raytower5041]

I could sit and listen to that stream all day long.

[@TheMaineWoods]

It’s wonderful

[@chrisnoeske8904]

I love your ambition on that bridge beautiful job

[@robinredman5192]

Cory, thanks to Gracie for all the moral support and free hugs. She helped to get ya there. The all knowing wink 😉😁! Great looking bridge!! Prayers are with y'all. God bless and keep on keepin on, one step at a time. He continues to be right there beside you. John here, from the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Yes! Thank you!

[@neilschipper3741]

A new chapter in your life history, bridge building with Gracie. Memories to look back on as your journey continues. Thanks for taking the time out to share this experience and your latest video.

[@lisagreenleaf3859]

You! are a hard worker. I love how you are so good to your dog and you helped her go take a nap. Soooooo sweet 🐾🐾💕

[@TheMaineWoods]

She’s soo good to me

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Very nice!!!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks!!

[@LindaDuval-ud7jg]

Looks amazing and the river looks so clean thank you for that. Great job you two.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks for watching!

[@lindaarbogast6499]

I see you got some new tools. Nice choice and glad you had some help with some of them. So glad you have protection coverage on your legs and hands and eyes. But now you need to train that precious dog to stay back a ways. Things can go flying when you least expect it. The bridge is looking really good. Pace yourself! Great idea to remove that downed tree so it doesn’t block the bridge and cause flooding in the future and possibly ruin all the hard work you have put into the bridge. Stay safe and warm! See you at the next video.

[@joelanucha3929]

Thanks you for putting a stand off block on your stringline. I see so many people not use a standoff. Makes me crazy

[@jimarsenault849]

GREAT JOB WELL DONE

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you

[@MyVideosNow]

Love what you did with the bridge and the creek cleanup made it look great! I agree with you wanting to add a plank to each tread. It doesn't *need* it, but it would make the crossing a bit easier.

[@MattAK]

This has been a great series so far and I think you're doing awesome even with the health and cabin quality challenges. Can't wait to see what you do with the place.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Looks like I’ll be getting started in the spring

[@neutonrenda2303]

It's really satisfying seeing how good the bridge came out after seeing you put in the effort. It looks so good.👍

[@gregorymcd944]

Congrats on the bridge! Great video! Looking forward to seeing what happens next with the cabin

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks 👍

[@smeefamily54]

Thanks for letting us watch you during your project. I am sure that bridge will last a life time. Nice to have a dog along also. Take care and stay safe: from Petawawa, Ontario, Canada.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks 👍

[@libertyvilleguy2903]

I really enjoyed this. I envy you, working out in the woods like that.

[@richardthomas1743]

HEY! Hello Cory and Gracie! Thumbs UP!!

[@TheMaineWoods]

👍hey rich

[@danieloliver20]

Looking good Corey, that's a proper bridge now, take care!

[@mandellapcarona24]

Nice to sit back and reflect after and really take in all that hard work coming to fruition isn't it? Your cabin build has been nice to watch, excited to see what's to come.

[@TheMaineWoods]

It sure is!

[@shaneclark207]

Wow, Man!!! Showing off the skills there!!! Craftsman built bridge!! You need to put a makers mark on there. Brand it, carve it, make it yours. Absolute great work. Proud of ya Bro. 🫵🏼👊🏼👍🏼🤙🏼

[@TheMaineWoods]

That’s a great idea i have one!

[@kaseyhyde6503]

Nice work Cory ! Your bridge looks great. Hugs for Gracie, she's the best !

[@jofleury2982]

You worked Really Hard fixing your bridge!!!! Proud of you! Love how Gracie gives you loving!!

[@jgeo2378]

Love your precise working ethic. Can’t wait to watch you build your new cabin. From Tampa FL.

[@brucemitchell5637]

Your place is absolutely breathtaking! Definitely heaven to a black lab, lots of acres of forest to explore with a river running through it! I wouldn't be able to keep my yellow lab and golden retriever out of the water!

[@msbayouqueen765]

Good job.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks!

[@MrC9Oh3]

Fun project, look forward to seeing the cabin build. If i wasnt all the way in texas i would come help you frame it up.

[@davdust]

You've made a quality bridge! Also glad to hear you didn't get kicked out

[@rainbitss]

you are doing such an awesome job!! thanks for taking us with you on the journey!!!!........p.s. boy, there sure is alot of cleaning in the river to do

[@clasvirhodes4969]

Cory, i hope you take time to grouse hunt. Looking forward to a grouse video. Cheers from Ben Young Hill, Clarksville NH

[@peggyschwerer3804]

Love this. I love little Gracie. She's so pretty.

[@TheMaineWoods]

She’s the bestest

[@josephhughes946]

As always,fantastic work. Your bridge looks top notch!.

[@marieleopold1625]

It suuuuuure takes a LOT 4 U 2 get 'whooped' Cory! W O W !!! The bridge looks GREAT and the cleanup U did by the bridge is BEAUTIFUL! U R 'definitely' a perfectionist! Your health is obviously improving...I am happy 4 U! Thanks 4 sharing with us Cory! Take care and God Bless!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks 🙏

[@joannabowers1358]

I see you went with Milwaukee tools. I’m an old grandma, and my Milwaukee tools are close to 15 years old and they still take and hold a charge. I love mine.

[@srh1101]

You did an epic job sorting that out Cory, well done 👍

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you

[@judyherman1249]

Your bridge is looking fantastic and so much stronger, great job! You and Gracie were meant for each other.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Yes! Thank you!

[@TheLuke1184]

Hey man, awesome job on this project - I have a similar span I need to cross in our Maple sugar bush here in the Adirondack mountains of New York. You've given me a lot of ideas on how to tackle it, thank you!

[@charlenerichardson2623]

Wow. You work so hard and all alone. I am impressed! Love the way the bridge is coming along.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you very much!

[@andrewczuba498]

That water is so clear, it looked like that lag bolt was floating! Lol! Beautiful bridge! hopefully a Troll doesn't find it!

[@pennywise5199]

Really enjoy your channel. Love Gracie girl!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you so much!

[@veldanicholls8396]

Bridge looks good. You went above and beyond with it.

[@TheMaineWoods]

I did my best

[@Slackware1995]

I enjoyed your video. Some suggestions. 1. Use saws-all with metal blade to cut the metal plate as much as possible, then switch to the angle grinder. 2. Get a Harbor Freight 2000 watt inverter generator when it's on sale. Pay for the 2 year, no questions replacement warranty. It will be quiet and more fuel efficient than your truck. Plus powerful enough to charge the Jackery and several tool batteries at the same time and even run big power tools if needed. 3. Get a couple of come-alongs. Harbor freight calls them "cable winch puller". Add a couple pulleys and a lift block and 50 foot cable. You'll be amazed by what you can do. You can also use 2 10 foot (or longer) poles to create an A frame to lift heavy loads. 4. If you need to use ratchet straps like you did, use a pair of vice-grips on the handle to give you mechanical advantage by drastically increasing the length of the handle. This will also allows you to use stronger muscles than just your fingers. 5. Buy knee pads. You wear gloves to protect your hands and boots to protect your feet. Knee pads are a cheap way to protect your knees.

[@doughershberger4285]

Looks great

[@Sawyersmaple]

Bridge looks great.

[@Tunaman-sc1jk]

Great channel. I haven't read all of the comments, but look into an inverter that wires into your trucks battery system and puts out 120v. Since your running your truck to charge the Jakerey only to have it run down its power, you can run the inverter and charge the batteries quicker.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Yes I have one, couldn’t find it that day

[@spaceman5091]

Love it i had rental houses in killington for like ten years it is awesome up there

[@LindaSimic-qt3mh]

Congratulations take care and may our heavenly Father watch over you and keep you safe

[@TheMaineWoods]

🙏

[@geraldkarl642]

Looking good, well thought out, thanks for sharin'

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks 👍

[@pattykey1254]

Wow,you should be proud of yourself, wonderful job.

[@robmetcalfe8902]

Awesome video love what your doing praying for your health still

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you

[@RobWCurrier]

Fun vid……you have inspired me to do a bridge to my cabin in Wellington….next year. Thx, Rob

[@mainelycoffee9554]

That is looking sooo good. 😃🪚🔨

[@debramorris7646]

Awesome job Cory!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks!

[@jaytwadelle8053]

Well done.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you

[@stephengagnon4714]

Your doing a good job as a carpenter and I give you a thumb up

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you

[@MtMan146]

Stay Safe out there as, they say making progress

[@ebony5766]

Your journey, while dealing with a health issue, is inspiring.

[@neutonrenda2303]

That's one hefty piece of steal, those look like really old rivets. Good to see you doing it right, the way you want it from the start. That way it's going to be there for a long time.👍

[@Nello353]

That,s an awesome hand saw !

[@nickrubberboot3673]

You are awesome and amazing! All the best and kind regards!!! Love you :)

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you so much!

[@woodstacker5241]

Great video thanks!

[@TheMaineWoods]

You're welcome!

[@SharonAnnMenefee]

Bridge and creek cleanup. Well Done!

[@mikesylvia7052]

Awesome Cory ! Hope your feeling better !!

[@p.e.amueli8272]

Love your work 😊 happy Saturday evening from New Zealand ❤

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you!

[@SZNszn1167]

Bridge looks awesome

[@Marco-qc9yu]

To straighten plank. Screw down a parallel plank and drive a wedge between them. a driven in 2x4 wedge to flex bow into place then screw them down.

[@pattybeeman]

Old wrought iron with rivets. You want an acetylene torch to cut that. No batteries or electricity required. With a torch you and burn off the rivets and peel the angle away with a large pry bar. It's a really nice piece of property.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Yes that would have worked better

[@designed_by_danita]

The bridge looks amazing!

[@TheMaineWoods]

👍

[@jonnyteeee]

Great Job 👌🏽

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you 🙌

[@-MoistPalone-]

Might I recommend absolutely dousing those beautiful pieces of Timber in some Woodrich Timber Oil. Keep em going strong for years to come.

[@terriprice1836]

Gracie! ❤❤

[@TheMaineWoods]

😊

[@jeffrippe6559]

It may have just been the couple holes you drilled on this episode, but I’m sure you’re drilling down and pulling up to remove the saw dust/waste the deeper you go. Clean as you go. Much easier on large holes in wood that isn’t completely dry. Looks like a neat project. Can’t wait to see more….

[@oldjunkandrandomstuff]

The bridge looks solid. You mentioned that the boards are green, I would leave a small gap between them, 1/4 inch, just in case. 👌

[@neutonrenda2303]

It didn't budge when you drove over.👏

[@bethwilliams7967]

Awesome job!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks!

[@fyithisisnotrocketscience5150]

When you need to straighten the board out like that, your planks that you’re putting on the bridge, cut two wedges, secure, one wedge down close to the plank, take the other wedge and drive it in and it’ll move your board over a lot easier than using the straps.

[@bobfitch607]

Nice work Cory and Macy. Bridge will last a life time.

[@laruedouglas7972]

What a great job you did 👍, but take it easy for a few days now 😉.

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thanks 👍

[@neutonrenda2303]

Wow, really cool blade, saves loads of wear on your machine.👍

[@scottphillipy9831]

Looks good. I would definitely use those pieces you cut off and, you know me, I'd make a cross from them and hang it in the new build. But that's just me. Stay safe my Friend. 🙏🙏

[@TheMaineWoods]

Great idea!

[@scottmcfarland2149]

Great job 👍🏻. Little tip: you can straighten a board by fastening a block to the subsurface and then making a wedge to pound between the block and the board. If that makes sense to you. Safer than having a strap snap and possibly causing serious inquiries. Bridge is awesome though! 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻

[@TheMaineWoods]

Yes I’m aware of that technique

[@blklbluvr]

Or bar clamps if you have them handy.

[@georgecremeans5113]

Can’t beat a Honda generator and AC power tools!

[@angelak38]

Awesome work!

[@TheMaineWoods]

Thank you!

[@ligiamaria7953]

A estrutura da ponte ficou otima

[@deltas4114]

Good job👍❤️

[@dawnkangas2968]

Keep up the awesome work great job

[@ronniek.5553]

LOVES YOUR DOG Cute pup