I design and build a timber carport - design project construction project Travels With Geordie #88

[@insanemac]

The ‘Tree Stand’ method of lifting beams was worth the entire video. Amazing.

[@Ajwatters]

The walking clamp idea is brilliant, will definitely be trying it out. Awesome build 👍

[@PandorasFolly]

Right! Moment he said what they were I knew they were going to be brilliant

[@stephanbrown3751]

Love the walking clamps. Should have explained how you made them! Nice work...

[@stevedockery3534]

I see this video is 5 years old but I just want to say it's an awesome job my friend. You have a great attitude in doing your work and darn good at it. I've just seen your boat - WOOOOOW. That's one heck of a beautiful boat. Take care and continue the awesome work. Steve

[@jamescameron7274]

My two favorite things, wooden boats and timber frame/post and beam. I’m glad KZbin suggested this for me. Sometimes their algorithm does work. You have some great tips.

[@deankay4434]

Peter, this is for me, one of those videos I have too, watch, watch and watch again. I can use my imagination to see what you see, the smell of fresh timers, boards, perhaps even the tools in my hand including the vibration in arm, that feel of power & when the tool loads and struggles. Growing up on a Midwest farm, we built many things. Bridge planks recycled, using a horse-shoe magnet over every in for 12 inch nails, rail road cross-ties cut, notched and chiseled flat as finished with the block plane. Those memories allowed me to experience and live your project. People say “Stop and Smell the Roses”, but I disagree as the lumber-timber and the aroma after a large cut. My wife of 40 yrs, just said two days ago “Let’s build a car port”, although I had been thinking “Car Port” for weeks prior! Perhaps I invaded her seams but you Peter, have giving the energy. My mind will be elsewhere regardless of the fast at hand. I will sleep with a smile. In Nebraska, our footings are 4 foot deep. I saw the tar paper/water proofing material although I am not sure about the hole and bolt. I think a bar of steel (1/4” X 1”) the width of the timber thru a narrow mortise then a hole & nut. Got to think more, code dictates a lot. Absolutely excellent design, execution, tool usage, equipment use and the star of the show, the timbers. Really enjoyed the video, clearly spoken and you smile that screams “Hey, it’s work, but I am enjoying it” “Where’s my brew”? Construction, fabricating and finished. Something you can say, I helped built that! Retired auto tech, all brands, all repairs. Thank you!

[@Raynestorm1968]

Nice build. I would kill to have your life. Where you live, what you do. Working with wood, working on boats, being near the water. Building beautiful things. I am stuck in super ugly alberta, in a dying marriage, and worst of all due to an accident, i am now handicapped and not able to work with the wood anymore......... You are a very fortunate man. I have subscribed

[@notbatman1001]

Excellent straight cut tip.

[@freshlysquosen]

Moments like 5:00 is why I love your videos. I never know what I might see and learn when I click play.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks again!

[@sonnybrooks264]

Great tip on using a circular saw and a speed square as a guide. Cheers!

[@jeffreysearle2996]

I’ve been watching your boat stuff for a few months and really enjoyed it and then searched back and found your house building, this is just as good as this old house and they use 15 cameras.

[@stanfede5022]

Enjoyed this episode very much even though it was a departure form your regular videos. Very nice craftsmanship on the carport. The way you lifted the heavy beams up to the tops of the posts by sliding them up with temporary supports was genius. Never seen that before.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Stan.

[@joeratcliff9417]

How did you make the beam clamps?

[@mensshedcoonabarabran5413]

Good to see a change in using your builder skills.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Nice to work with big timber sometimes.

[@raimestudio99]

❤ those Land Rovers!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Love ‘em!

[@JonathanChip25]

Keep up with all types of projects. I started with watching the Landover project and have loved every one.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks, watch out then, you never know what I'll get up to...

[@hughpatrick7317]

Very nice. Thanks for the glimpse. I’d worry about the tree tho. Problems later.

[@williamaiken2736]

Great Job to you Peter and your team... You guys made it look easy. I built one at my cabin and I picked up a few new techniques from your build in the event I build another one. Whether it's restoring a boat, building a structure, or rehabbing a trailer, working with your hands is always a good thing. Thanks for the videos.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much William.

[@codeasap]

Metal Carports were a big hit in my area untl the heavy ice and snow that they would collapse under. Awesome carport, beautiful weather, vintage automobiles and cold beer to boot.Who could ask for anything more. ☮

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

It's true, it's a good life.

[@Accrecon]

What a great video, I have learned more from this then dozens of post and beam videos. I have completely changed my path forward on my post and beam garage to beam stacking and fasteners... wow.

[@milt7348]

A man of many talents. Like you said it's woodworking, I like it.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Milt

[@spinnaker5514]

Always enjoy watching a master wood worker at work, but I have to say I did miss the boat work. Can't wait till next week!!!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks again, but that's too generous. I am far from a master wood worker. Just relatively handy, that's all.

[@backyard_wood_cooking]

Really enjoyed

[@sonnybrooks264]

Also great idea on the post walkers! Cheers!

[@dieselmann34]

That pergola garage is amazing. It turned out so nice. That’s exactly what I want. Great job to you and your team.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Joe.

[@IamChrisL712]

Very nice. Nice to get a glimpse of your day job.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks, actually my day job is mostly design and no one wants to watch me at a computer all day. This was a fun diversion.

[@michijimc9753]

The Renaissance Man of you tube. Airstreams, Motor Yachts, and Timber Frame construction. Quality in every endeavor. Always upbeat and informative. Much appreciate your videos Sir!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much, I'm flattered.

[@brandonpaugh922]

0:50 I was an instant sub. I'm here for the timber frame. I'm staying for the wood boat restoration 3:51 sad face emoji.. still gonna watch for a different perspective, approach, and thought process.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Yikes, sorry about that. Cost constraints.

[@mferrarorace]

That's a beauty! Nice job, wish it was on my property.

[@joeturan6749]

Awesome attention to detail, awesome personality, very informative, and highly enjoyable video. Thank you.

[@MrCrabbing]

got to say that engine in the timber delivery truck sounded sweet, like the beam jacks great idea, I had a boat that had Douglas fir planking amazing timber it was

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Lovely wood isn't it.

[@MrCrabbing]

@@TravelsWithGeordie Yes it is, the boat was 40 years old and when I fitted a extra skin fitting the planking was full of resin

[@mateiciuc1953]

Peter, you are incredible good in what you do! Chers!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Emil

[@rojer9542]

The walking clamps are genius!!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Heh, thanks.

[@alejandroescarcega9288]

I will be using your idea Thanks ! Nice job!

[@stephenbonin3049]

Similar to how caulking guns work.

[@centresteerpodcast]

Quality Land Rover content.

[@skwyrz1]

Ok I do not watch because I am a boat nut,I don't watch because I want a shirt,nor to listen to another talk.I watch because of all of it together and you have a beautiful way of putting it all together as ONE.I saw the first episode and promptly binge watched and subscribed long ago and I must say I am hooked. You just keep going and I will be there boat/carport/outhouse? All good. Now "gimme my shirt" lol.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Scott. That's very generous.Here's hoping your this week's winner.

[@Mooreish]

That looks great. Could really go for one to keep my 101 and 88 tucked up under.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks, ooooh a 101, ooohhh….

[@praypal5606]

So incredibly awesome how yall got that beam lifted to the top of the posts. How smart. Glad to happen upon your channel. Am just getting started working with wood and building. Am in Hope to build my own front porch. Thanks for your happy inspiration.

[@jayceegee1]

Very clever handmade beam elevator! Loved it!

[@markbrittell2001]

Looks like you guys are having a good time working together nice job.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks, Great guys, it makes such a difference.

[@edwardheisterkamp7196]

Looks awesome - love the tongue and groove planking on the roof.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Edward. I really love how it turned out too.

[@CorkyCola]

Great video. Measurements of all would have made this video really great.

[@themightyquinn1960]

Love the carport Peter, looks really usable, well done

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Andrew.

[@johnbaker1039]

Interesting build, thanks for sharing.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks John

[@ianadkins471]

Great job Peter. Looks fantastic. Good tips to follow when I get to my carport project. Cheers!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank Ian, shoot some video of the build!

[@BearMeat4Dinner]

I gotta build me one of these!!!!

[@CAOHnutrition]

That cement truck is the coolest!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Neat eh?

[@donnahubler881]

You are a genius

[@DadBuilds]

enjoyed it just as much as the boat videos. nice work!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Jeromy

[@richardball8528]

Loved your supervisor in the beginning.... I have one of those.... wonders over to supervise when I’m working on the house.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Heh, there's always one.

[@chrispeters4405]

good frame raising methodoogy

[@tat255987]

Beautiful materials, must be nice!?

[@jamesglass367]

I’m not sure if I’m sending this off correctly though I enjoy your show because I enjoy watching boats being restored and your work is so far superior to any so thank you sir I hope you give us a really good look at your boat and zyphrilus when you are done thank you sir

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much James. That's very kind. You will get lots of close up views of both boats coming up.

[@stevegifford2661]

That turned out great!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Steve.

[@artmraz575]

wow I just ran across this Peter awesome work as usual :))

[@bobweglin9644]

Great Video! You make it look easy with your master craftsman skills. More Please...

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Bob. But you are too kind. A master craftsman I'm not, just fearless.

[@genefoster7238]

Nice job

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Gene

[@kenschoenfelder6260]

Nice job Peter Nice to see that I'm not the only one who has to do other projects in between boat work.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Ken, Gotta feed the addiction.....

[@pauldavis4446]

All good

[@Bikerbob59]

Great idea to get the beams on top.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Bob, I was pretty pumped.

[@johnmarusenko4406]

Gorgeous project.

[@visualsolutionsstudiosinc.1469]

You always amaze me, incredible job!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Hey, thanks George. Love your stuff too!

[@southernprojectsyt6340]

Amusing, the carport is built stronger and bigger in comparrison to the house.

[@jamesbrannon5394]

Awesome job 👍🏻 I enjoy watching a master do what they do best keep up the great videos Peter !!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much James.

[@brianklavano6961]

Excellent Thanks... Some great tips throughout..

[@molly9955]

Wow you really can do it all!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Or at least I just wing it!

[@molly9955]

@@TravelsWithGeordie Ha! True talent buddy AND excellent choice in dog breeds :0)

[@tomkellum6754]

Excellent job Peter, I have a Similar post and beam carport but the carpenter ants are taking over. I haven’t any luck stopping them. I will try rock salt around the post bases. Wish me luck. Your many talents are showing!! Take care,

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Tom, I have read so many comments about ants. Victoria is very lucky to be free of them.

[@jimelmore9728]

Sweet project. Need one of those built too.

[@dieselram05]

Looks awesome Peter!! Can’t wait for more boat videos though!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks, you won't be waiting long!

[@BergeThomas]

Woodworking and old Land Rovers😁 What's not to like? Good one👍 You should make videos of neighboring Land Rovers. Out and about vintage Land Rovers with Peter.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Heh, interestingly enough I shot some footage today of a Rover outing.

[@bellevue260]

Looks great!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you

[@richardjones3112]

Great job.

[@tommyknockerparanormalinc]

This is the style I wanted for my gazebo and wondering how I would put the beams up as doing it all myself. Got some great tips, thank you!

[@pmacc3557]

Did it work? I have to assemble a carport soon and trying to figure ways to get big beams up

[@wornoutwrench8128]

Very nice.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Brian

[@cliffjamerson3107]

thanks I learned some new tricks

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Cliff.

[@stephenwgreen78]

Looks great

[@tedjohn441]

Great build you gave me some good ideas!!

[@captainlee1]

Really nice job enjoyed watching you guys build it thanks for the vid....Cap.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed Captain

[@captainlee1]

Happy Days...Cap

[@bobstienke178]

Awesome!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Bob.

[@sonnybrooks264]

Cheers!

[@owenmacdonald2125]

Love your work Peter mate!!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks again Owen

[@gyurxi551]

7:56 Very good idea, thanks! I'm building my pavilion alone and it is very handy!

[@phobos2k2]

Did you use the idea on your pavilion? How did it go?

[@johnvititoe6051]

Peter, it just occurred to me that the only problem with your videos is that you make everything look easy. I know it ain’t so. Cheers!

[@rmojo23]

Great project! I want to make one to park our AIRSTREAM under next to the lake.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Sounds perfect!

[@user-fs7fo4kr5u]

Would you please make a video for making and how to use the walking clamps?

[@alangilman6821]

as always....nice work!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks againAlan

[@rebelwithoutacause5853]

Hit the like button after you did the footing and said it was time for a beer. Pretty neat I watch a lot of building videos but nothing for boats. Well I might subscribe just to see what else you do. Well done thank you.

[@cleverusernamecl5532]

Could rename this "million dollar car port build" now! Great work.

[@tb1235]

I know, that thing was definitely a pretty penny.

[@gmay48]

nice work. a fun crew

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Awesome crew!

[@t.tarkowski6653]

Small batch concrete truck? Sometime not too soon, it will probably be self driving, too! Nice work on the carport!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Tom. Or drone delivered!

[@myoldtractorshed]

Just a little comment to help you with the youtube algorithms. Thank you.

[@stevegem4155]

Watching this was a nice diversion

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Steve, I'm glad it hasn't been too off point.

[@wombat211192]

Sweet job Peter 👍👍

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks yet again Greg

[@donjohnson5307]

Nice work! enjoy your videos

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Don

[@phdconstructioncork]

Hi Peter. Construction is my business too here in Ireland. Fantastic looking carport. Very sweet! Sean

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Hi Sean, Thanks so much. Sometimes I miss building.

[@108hindu]

The saw tip was interesting. Doing end cuts I try to make the cut with the wide part of the saws sole to the inside.For me the saw then seems less tippy. I’ll give your tip a try.

[@roncrosby4747]

Great looking job bud

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Ron

[@peterlloyd2306]

Loving the beam lift! (The manual one that is, just found the mechanical lift as well)

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Peter, yeah that worked out pretty well.

[@CobyMcConnell]

@@TravelsWithGeordie Do you have the plans for the manual lift clamps?

[@bsakenmark8859]

@@CobyMcConnell I made a set for my project and used 2x10 with threaded rods. I made two holes in each board 1/4" (on-center) less than the dimension of my 8x8 green post. Both holes were place about an inch away from the edge of the 2x10 at opposite edges. You do have to be careful because SOMETIMEs, the clamp hits a sweet-spot and it slips down if there's no weight on it. Under load, they worked great!

[@clareswares1]

This is a beast

[@jaytruesdale1805]

Nice.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Jay

[@danacoyle1826]

Great looking job. We have the Amish around when growing up saw barn raising and many post and beam houses. Music and I now in St Augustine for a while. as always Peter your jobs are brilliant .time for a beer cheers

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Dana. I would love to be at a genuine barn raising!St Augustine! Go say hi to Kourtney and Pete from Accidental Sailor Girl. Their boat is in Maine but they sound like neat people.

[@runesteinsnnkristoffersen5641]

Good work , and nice (Old) Land Rover`s :-)

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Rume. There are actually several more right next door. Matt who was working with me has a few including a sweet 107 pickup.