FINISHING OUR GIANT DECK | Building Off-Grid

[@AmbitionStrikes]

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[@johngaul8929]

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[@fuhrermk92]

🥰 i really respect you guys but i advise you that do not drink alcohol at all even if it’s only one drop in your mouth/// believe me sir!! the wine and pig 🐷 is no healthy! i hope you search for it 🫶love you guys

[@r0311]

Great episode as usual, at least this time less advertising during the show!

[@justintempler]

Let me know when you get a Scotch club sponsor😉

[@rajeshgajaria5087]

You guys should not burn the trees maybe you can use them for builds like this (if it's possible to rent or buy the machines). And maybe till u guys make a roof for deck use a tarp for the shed Like if it's useful 👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😁😀😀😀😀.

[@rickgalos5567]

you should put woven fabric under the gravel to increase compaction strength and keep the mud from coming up through the gravel

[@perry9492]

Yes I use geofabric all the time and it is wonderful stuff. I don't know how well it will stand up to the snow plow. I have been using it for a few years and the maintenance is slim to none. It does not allow the rock to squish down into the mud.

[@wileyboles4179]

Thanks!

[@theresaluvspims6163]

I love the color of the deck boards. If I had that deck I would hardly ever go inside. Great job guys (as usual). But one of the stand-out stars of the show is how you're able to haul your own gravel up that road. What a beast of a vehicle. A perfect gravel dump. Every single vehicle you have purchased has more than paid for itself. I see in the future y'all designing some elaborate dolly system or elevator to the deck. You will never have to haul groceries and big bags of dog food up the stairs again. I can't wait to see all the future projects. Yay, y'all.

[@reeblesnarfle4519]

Great idea with the dumbwaiter.❤😎👍

[@ximite]

I'm a lot like Riley. I love doing tasks alone. And having you as a partner makes all the difference. Congratulations to you Courtney for your commitment and dedication. Say hello to Brazil

[@ahorseman4ever1]

Looks awesome! Having stairs would give you a second egress in case of emergency. Being a retired firefighter i think of things like that. I still am in awe of what you two get done in such a short time frame. I really like how you two delegate certain projects to one another. Deb and I have been together going on 3 years now and knowing my strengths and weaknesses I definitely ask her to use her organizational skills to help me get the best out of my strengths. I love watching you two because I see you two respectfully doing that too. I definitely admire how you two treat each other. My guess is you treat each other the same off camera as you do on camera. Well now that our Sunday morning tradition of ambition strikes is watched its coffee time. Thank you for being you two!

[@LarsDennert]

Yea not sure they used a fire door or have a fire rated ceiling either from the garage.

[@SEAKAdventures]

I am also a Firefighter but in Fire Prevention now, I was thinking the same about the second exit! What department were you with Blake?

[@szki272]

If I had a deck like that I would be building a firehouse style pole.

[@ahorseman4ever1]

@@SEAKAdventures Bellevue Washington

[@mcdainty4202]

@@ahorseman4ever1 My brother and his wife are Forest Service out in Quinault. They've seen a few fires too.

[@lstone.09]

Before long Riley will be swinging from the tree tops and he says he doesn't like heights. LOL Awesome video guys. 🌬️🌨️🌬️🌨️🌬️🌨️

[@PaulRansonArt]

Looks great. Well done for pushing through the snow and the cold. I completely get the 'it makes you grumpy' comment. Can't wait to see it finished. 😍😍😍😍

[@chaosplan]

I used to have a deck about the same size under a similarly sized metal roof. All the snow from the roof would slide on to the deck. It became a huge chore to shovel the deck all winter. We took out the deck and added snow guards to the roof. Much happier now.

[@phillipg5658]

Please build the stairs! Second egress is more important than anything else. Great job guy's

[@DH-zu5ol]

Good job. That decking looks like it could be slick, so be careful. I have truck envy!

[@hsjawanda]

EVERYBODY has converted-dump-truck & tracked-Cherokee envy!!

[@ralphkearns7600]

I honestly believe that you will never get rid of the Dozer!!!!

[@duckninja9349]

Haha - I get so excited for these videos. I barely watch any TV and love these projects, gets me motivated for my own, far simpler grind. Love the enduring utility of the "Army Truck" - I was in the Army when they first came out and super cool to see the old rig keep demonstrating Army Strong. Also cool to see how much the road project is paying off - I remember all the fails of the original road. Deck looks awesome! The best grill in the world for your deck, imho, is a Green Egg - I had mine for 20-years - great for smoking everything, making pizza, etc. You might want to consider screening your deck if mosquitos and flies are prevalent. It would provide a nice respite in the good weather where you can enjoy the outdoors w/out bug spray and getting eaten alive. Keep up the awesomenessNess.

[@verven999]

so some long magnetic strips and net with magnet so when in summer theres flies you can just toss it on without needing to specialy click something in and the magnets strong enought to withstand winds normal

[@TopDedCenter1]

They would have to screen under the floor joists with those gaps between the planks. But yeah, it would make it much more pleasant to use.

[@x35mmman]

Totally agree about getting the green egg grill

[@duckninja9349]

@@TopDedCenter1 I was thinking that bit also, but that would be easy to install. They'd also have to make a screen door off the stairs to fully contain the space. Mosquito and fly proof area in nice area is super nice.

[@verven999]

@@TopDedCenter1i totaly forgot about the spacing in floor

[@ronaldclark2624]

Very, very, very nice! Much thanks for sharing! Looking forward to whatever is next! Ron PTL USA🙂

[@damianzanolli1845]

Riley, I saw on an old video somewhere the person was cold starting an older engine. They removed the air cleaner and used heat gun to blow hot air into the metal intake tube to get some heat into the engine then they used a blip of ether and after several tries the engine came to life.

[@marcbollat2039]

Merci !

[@billrulla4684]

If your going to add railing , leave a 5-6 inch gap between deck and bottom of railing, or create a swing out portion of railing to facilitate snow removal. That way you don’t have to lift the snow over the railing. You can just push it over the edge.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Great idea!

[@soulmanm12954]

Great work! Just a heads up, IF you have to worry about “doing it to code” most baluster, and deck to bottom rail gap is 4”! Just do your due diligence if required to meet code. Keep up the spirit and great work! Enjoy the fruits of your labor (sitting on deck sipping one of those sponsored wines!) - recorded for all to see - of course!!!! Thanks!😁🍷

[@joeg9920]

Nice job and video ,love you guys.

[@ORSkie]

​@@soulmanm12954yes, because that helps prevent children from sliding under. Hope they build to code 😀

[@kennyquad]

Get a bunch of old tires and park the dozer on them. This will keep the tracks from freezing to the ground. You never know if you might need to use it come winter.

[@dannyschoonover1420]

It is so great to see how well designed your deck is. It will stand the test of time with the materials you have used, I am sure. Also to demonstrate the slope of the road, hang a plumb-bob from the roof inside the truck and drive slowly to watch the change.

[@E4mj]

All that work on your road over summer paying off!

[@ehrenfriedklemt4031]

[@tiny9614]

R ❤C , he thinks about you First Courtney! What a good man. The deck looks amazing. You guys are kicking butt on the extra’s.

[@paul49777]

Starting your Army truck in the cold. There are magnetic electric heaters that you can attach to the oil pan and leave it there. Plug it in the night before you start the A-Truck, the oil will be hot enough to lubricant all the friction points which will lengthen the life of your engine. Great job! It is wonderful to see crafty and loving built in your marriage. “Live long and prosper!”

[@leightonhoward8545]

Hurrah!! the deck is almost finished 😃😃😃, top of the morning folks

[@Chiefbuzzbee]

I must have really enjoyed this video because I watched it twice, I have been helping a neighbor move and I might be tired. Watch you two gives me energy to get up and go again , I think. 😮

[@212caboose]

Military vehicles almost ALWAYS lowball the max payload capacity. Great progress!!

[@253speedgarage]

That payload is a off road rating. We hauled 15k in one before super squatted and drove a few miles on asphalt but didn’t break anything.

[@lorenzoconte227]

I know what the surprises is you got a skid steer .👍

[@CptnSavage]

Congratulations on getting your new deck down. You persevered despite the weather conditions and got it completed before winter. Nice to see you used the composite decking material. I considered doing that but was talked out of it by the guys at the store who said that the product was not warranteed unless you use the special support materials and have it built by professionals, blah blah blah. I built my deck myself, and honestly, I should have bought the composite decking. It's been 8 years now and despite being careful with the maintenance, the pressure treated lumber is starting to show warping and wear. Oh well, live and learn. I know your deck will last way longer and looks WAY BETTER then pressure treated lumber. Can't wait to see the finished product come spring. Stay warm you two!

[@marklar7551]

Replace it.....might as well bite the bullet so you get to enjoy it.

[@FJB2020]

Google Trex deck warp.. it does it too as it isn't a strong as wood, unless you do 12" OC spacing of your joists.

[@soulcontractor1641]

Finally some good entertainment! Your Music sounded like the Black Keys a great Band! Dean

[@norbertbreinig7535]

We used stainless steel wire for the railing. It is literally invisible, doing it from inside the house and you can sit on the deck and look through it. There’s space relatively close together, and the wires already come premade with screw fittings on the ends. I love my deck and everybody that’s been to my house. Also loves it, I don’t have any more information the carpenter that built the deck passed away I do have pictures of my deck looking out, but I don’t know how to get those to you.

[@HeavyHaulKen]

You should be able to email the pictures. Look at their KZbin info, or get the email through instagram.

[@Mtlmshr]

The stainless wire is a good look but IDK how well that would be when it’s literally freezing outside? I’m simply referring to like leaning or touching it? Structurally it would fine and aesthetically it would be great!

[@idadho]

I just spray ether in the intake filter. It saves having to install injection canisters. It also saves cranking long with that expensive starter. There is nothing to be afraid of. Just don't use ether if you have and use glow plugs or an intake heater. Put down geotextile before the gravel. You can use half as much gravel. The geotextile costs less than the gravel you do not need and you get less mud bleeding through.

[@markfleming9073]

Looking 👍good shame about snow roof detention a good idea safer access to the actual roof great content

[@BobBohner4851]

That was exciting. Dump truck, deck, challenges and two very happy people. Yea!!!!!!!. And thank you

[@BulletproofPastor]

Courtney, the first hat color looks amazing on you. Maybe I should say, “you make that hat pop.” Great job, you two.

[@Jared535]

We just got done with a 3/4 wrap around composite. You guys make it look so easy. It takes a lot of time to put all the screws in.

[@terrylarkin690]

What an accomplishment from the very start until now. The land clearing, building goes up, plumbing electrical, and the list goes on.

[@jesstill7833]

Hi Folks that’s a pretty handy truck I like it ..I see the project is going quiet we’ll hard work and will power will do it stay safe ❤️❤️😃😃👍👍🦘🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@chrisatty]

As a retired British Airline Pilot from the Middle East, it is a great pleasure, to watch a very happily married couple who get on so well together, who when they are having a bad day just stay cool and take it all in their stride. One of my very favorite channels. Thanks for the pleasure of seeing your progress. Go well guys. Chris.

[@juanitaespiricueta3863]

Happy Sunday, Riley was a funny one today, I love when the homesteaders couples enjoy each other

[@jimtetro3769]

Think about using bare rebar in completing the railing assembly. Yes, it will rust; it's part of the charm.

[@vinceperillo6802]

You guys are building your little slice of Heaven and I love your enthusiasm. Keep up the great attitude. Peace

[@dirtroaddestiny]

Great view on the deck ❤

[@farmerbob728]

It's great that you have such a supportive wife. Working together.

[@justacuppajoe]

Love that m1070! Solid investment for you two!

[@pdx1jmh]

Geotex would help with the life of the gravel. Very inexpensive option to stop weeds and mud.

[@lauraquigley6403]

Hello Courtney & RILEY! So great to see what you guys are up too!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Blessings

[@TrzCharlie]

Awesome job on the deck. I love your attitude!

[@floathi]

You two have the best attitude!!!! Really enjoy your content . Thanks

[@ftkinsella]

That looks fantastic and the view sitting on an Adirondack chairs with a cold beer and the snow falling, WOW!!! Cheers 😙🥂😘

[@wasmith1001]

Great job, only one miss cut for the whole project that is awesome. I think you need to put in the stairs, becauae you would have a 2nd way to get into/out of your apartment. You can fabricate all inside. I think you both could do all that in 2 days or less

[@sunline24]

After binge watching all your old content a couple weeks ago, I now get to look forward to your weekly video. This was a fun one.

[@joyceb.sachsesachse1242]

You guys are the best , best example of the next generation of homesteaders and you show others that it can be done .

[@TheSouthernMale]

I just wanted to say that I love the way you edit your videos, background music is outstanding.

[@attwasmi]

Congrats!!!! Looks wonderful, and I am glad that shoveling the snow was easier than expected- because there's always more!!! Looking forward to the stairs!

[@stevecam724]

Living a long way away in Perth, Western Australia, I'm totally sold on you guys. I think that even when you are doing it the hard way you guys still succeed, I love it.

[@jvt201]

Kourtney s editing is superb. Successful videos

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much!

[@SuperPirate100]

The deck looks brilliant and the view of the landscape and Ms C is fabulous, you are one lucky chap .

[@jt822]

I think you could use a heated oil dip stick or glue on silicone pad for oil pan, I had a heater in the radiator hose on one truck, great job on your place.

[@Argrouk]

Honestly, fantastic job guys. I don't always agree with the order you do things in, but the end result is always top notch. Be proud of yourselves, I'm proud of you.

[@dennismartin5127]

Great Job. I have enjoyed all of your videos.

[@mountainblokemoments]

Looks great👍🏼👍🏼 I think the roof extension will make it a much more usable space, especially in the summer time 🍖 and 🍺. Hard to tell if you left a big enough expansion joint on the end of your decking. Composite decking extends and contracts a lot and will push your picture framing board if you haven’t allowed an expansion gap. Landscape looks amazing with the fresh snow. 👍🏼👍🏼🇦🇺

[@dirkkelly9596]

What a great space 👍👍

[@MJ-ge6jz]

I was impressed that diesel truck started with those series of negative conditions.

[@justacuppajoe]

I really appreciate you two, your both totally awesome, and I swear there seems to be no task too great for your combined efforts. You ROCK! 😊

[@ElijahPerrin80]

I've got to admit it's getting better, A little better all the time.

[@68lehman]

Hey Guys! Looking Great! Haven't commented for awhile as I am very busy on my renovation French Tudor House in Badin, North Carolina! Take Care and be Safe! Tom

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Tom! We hope your project is going well!

[@Birdfarmer862]

LESSON LEARNED THIS TIME AROUND - KEEP 'HUMPTY'!

[@billyweston949]

Y’all always accomplish so many amazing things and goals, I hope the two of you realize how amazing it is to have a partner that works with you to accomplish those things. Bless ya both and keep rocking it !

[@janetkoball44]

Riley, your beard is so thick and wintery. And Cortney, on the channel with Trent and Allie, she is also waiting for her size overalls to be in stock...lol. Great progress on your huge beautiful deck! See you on the next one.

[@Deerhavenoffgridhomestead]

Great job guys. Hoping to see you this weekend at our meeting.

[@Buck1954]

I like earth tones in color schemes and y'all are lighting my fire. Glad to see you have access to the deck now, and a place to park the car.

[@roygardiner4002]

Great stuff ! You two never cease to amaze me, every episode is a corker ! Take care 'til the railings are up please.

[@catgynt9148]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing this wonderful journey. A suggestion for your windows and solar array. Rain-X (no affiliation) makes a windshield wash solution. Spraying it on your solar array will help water & snow to sheet off. On our windshield, ice sheets literally slip off with little or no assistance. Wishing you and your furry kids a blessed week, seasonally appropriate gentle weather and restful evenings. Peace

[@KuzweKanfarms]

Good morning you guys!! I do love that truck

[@johnbryant1025]

Tip for that lmtv to help start in cold weather. Increase the back pressure by putting something against the exhaust pipe

[@LittleCabin]

The little horn on that big truck kind of cracks me up! Completely jealous of it, though! Deck looks great!

[@jimdegeorge5517]

Beautiful deck and many snowy slippery smiles 😊😊😊

[@Truklodyte]

Atlanta once a week start vehicles and machines. You can get easy block warmer kits that go into oil dip stick hole. Especially the dozer even if you put a solar sourced one. Any vehicles that can't fit in shop needs some sort of heat source. Quartz heaters is also a good warmer.

[@Truklodyte]

I don't reply threw other things. I Facebook you can friend me or like my channel . Everything is raw unedited. Truklodyte channel

[@da1shark]

Looks great and got it done so you can use it this winter.

[@Michael-rz7ic]

Damn, nice team effort on the deck. Courtney is a wizard with that excavator spreading gravel. And now you have additional space that will be under cover;) even better when the roof extension is complete.

[@haroldmessimer4949]

I like your decor in choices of material for the deck. The steel wood composite combo is outstanding. You two have more talent than you realize. Well done. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@davidoden]

Looks amazing. It's gonna be a cozy place and with that cold weather, it will be nice to sit around the fireplace and just chill. ( when you get everything done)😀

[@capt.stubing5604]

You two never cease to amaze, great deck! You were clearly born to be an awesome team. 😊

[@cheerdiver]

Great to see a critical piece of fire safety installed, before winter setting. That time of year, again.

[@tomfl58]

The deck looks fantastic and it's gonna change how much you will enjoy the view and all the fun things you will do on it. Nice job guys .👍👍👍

[@gavincolyn5722]

You guys are a awesome couple. While you guys are freezing we in South Africa are enjoying the hot weather

[@patrickdeserisy2634]

AWSOME job of pushing through an gettin the deck laid!!😊

[@Jared535]

Snow has been early and heavy here this year.

[@DaveJohnsonad5nm]

You got a lot done in a limited time frame, outstanding.

[@Kevin_D1]

Careful with that LMTV (Military Truck), I have seen several of those things top over due to the heavy loads. The best older military trucks for your area would be a "Five Ton".

[@johnlove5715]

looks great as it always does when you guys build something. can't wait to see handrails and the roof extension. Keep having fun.

[@joshjenkins5913]

A couple sheets of plywood with 2x4 block on the bottom to prevent slipping and you have a good surface to work from. You two amaze me.

[@D_R_Martin]

Awesome work, as always. Such a large space with a beautiful view.

[@benjaminjansen6318]

As a person with tons of experience with cold diesels, use the ether. Ether is your best friend.

[@kennethgibbons366]

So the deck looks amazing! I love the way you always make it with smiles - even when problems arise. The dogs were great sitting in the warm house watching - basically not giving a stuff how cold it was. I was one of those people who wondered if you still had the dozer so was very pleased to see that it was still there. Love you guys and looking forward to your next posting with excitement. God bless you both and watch over you.

[@johncichon9499]

Thanks, as always, for sharing your lives! Amazing progress...and I rejoice in God for your safety and success!

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Nice job Courtney and Riley. It was so nice for the weather to cooperate so you could get the decking down. Welcome to Winter. You are so much more prepared than last year. You guys rock! 💚🌞 Happy Holidays!

[@pixelgraphica]

Thanks for the update on the dozer!! 🎉🎊🎉 Yay!!!! Great progress on the deck!!

[@rhondabrown4941]

Awesome video, awesome deck and awesome people! Great job you two!!

[@vernecunningham5341]

I think you should go spend a week inSouth Saskatchewan in Jan and when you went home you would see how warm your weather is.