INSANE DIY ROCK GRIZZLY (ROCK FILTER) 2.0!

[@DaddyBear3000]

Love catching your videos at the end of a crappy day. You guys have such a positive vibe. It's appreciated

[@Hatchiemann]

Hey Boss lady! Great job at keeping the help busy. lol. It's so much fun to watch you both work through things as you go. As they say, nothing ventured, nothing gained and you learn something new every 10 minutes! Thanks for sharing all of your experiences.

[@garywinkler2333]

Grizzly was a great idea. if you load from the opposite side, you may not have to raise your bucket as high, and it would lower your chance of a roll over. I would love to have that rock for some projects if you feel like hauling it to Kentucky for me lol.

[@richardvandyke9578]

Gary...those rocks would then be hitting the front of the backhoe causing damage. Dumping over the back side as he is doing is correct.

[@garywinkler2333]

Richard Van Dyke yea, I didn't think about hitting the backhoe, maybe build a shield or something for it. I just worry about that much weight up high. I've seen a lot of accidents happen like that.

[@miked766]

Dumping from the front is correct. Using the back of the bucket, you can pull the rocks back creating a berm. Plus is it a piece of heavy equipment, made to take a beating. It is not fragile.

[@garywinkler2333]

Hotrod Hog what county?

[@garywinkler2333]

Hotrod Hog Estill

[@billr2996]

How to remove a link from a chain link fence. 1.Take a pair of pliers and straighten the bent over wire of the link you want to remove. 2. Go to the other end of the link and rotate it counterclockwise and keep rotating it until it unwinds itself. To add two lengths of fence, reverse the process. That is why there is an extra loose link of wire in every roll of chainlink fencing material. Enjoy watching your progress!

[@jonathantrue2574]

Bill R

[@Xaviar002]

Bill R cool thanks

[@lorenzo42p]

my O.C.D.. omg! the whole time I was going, nooo you don't have to cut that! but doesn't matter all that much. I learned the hard way once too.

[@gordonreed248]

Nails are much stronger in shear than screws. To separate pieces of chain link, just untwist the bent over end of a wire and unwind it. No need to cut anything. It will come right out.

[@AdamCraigOutdoors]

i was thinking it was too steep too. Better of flatter, but raised up more so that the bottom edge would be 3-4ft off the ground.

[@PlaynBass]

The whole problem is to put the supporting beam UNDER the slats, and attach the 2x6 supporting beam to the 4x4 posts. do this for the top and bottom supports. the stringer is only for keeping the slats in place, not for supporting the weight of the rocks.

[@PlaynBass]

The angle of repose for boulders can be as steep as 60 degrees. A 45-degree slope makes sure they roll off the bottom, but not too fast. As they pile up, the grizzly gets moved. The old pile of rocks stops the new rocks from rolling too far.

[@joebarrett9830]

cutting chain link fence? bend top or bottom of the fence, no cutting, then twist (unscrew) that wire out. it can then be screwed back in at the end or to mend chain link fence back together later if needed. also, use chain link fence as a drag behind the 4 wheeler when smoothing land after filling the trench. this will make everything smooth.

[@viktorskalbe7288]

Joe Barrett iii

[@poorcousinsdiy5672]

12:52 gave me panic! I used to drive forklift, that load is way to high to be driving over uneven ground. Gravity is unforgiving, physics will fling you around like a rag doll. As was mentioned earlier, level the ground to the approach, keep the load low during transport and bring it up at the very end to unload it. Be safe!!! you're more important than you know.

[@Azone14]

I can see a rock fireplace wall in the house. The heat will just radiate off the rock thru the night and be nice and cozy. Level the area where you are dumping. I own a tractor similar to what you are using and when the bucket gets that high with weight in it, the bucket usually wins. Seat Belt is a must in case of rollover. I have had to use the backhoe legs to stabilize the tractor many times when lifting heavy weight very high. Something substantial (small gravel etc) under your tires that will not create ruts would help allot when raising to dump. It is the sudden reaction of a raised bucket when the tire decides to go into a rut when the bucket weight takes over and can topple the tractor. Seen it many a time. Be careful, love the videos.

[@AndTheCorrectAnswerIs]

Looks like you have PLENTY of free material for cobblestone walls, fireplace, driveway...etc.

[@Nrhat123]

I think you should put some of that dirt into a pan and pan it for gold.. I bet you find a few small pieces of gold in it. There is a LOT of gold in your state and what you have there looks a lot like an old river bed. You are not going to get rich off of it but would be real neat to find that you actually have gold on your own land.

[@EvolvedApe]

all those rounded river rocks. definitely.

[@bert26a]

Heck forget building a house there just turn it in to a gravel pit and use the money to build a house where you won't have to garden in the boulders to grow any veggies. lol But good work nonetheless.

[@robniemeyer3832]

I really hope you guys build some rock walls with all those beautiful rocks you are separating!

[@adelalukacova7982]

The rock and soil divider works great. Just to tell you something about DIVIDING OF THE FENCE net you have bought. There is no need to make any cut of the wire to split the fence. Look at the ribbon knots on both sides along. Each two wires are connected by ribbons. Open ONE edge ribbon with pliers in the place where do you want to split (not cut) and do the same on oposit side. By opening the two ribbon knots (one on each side) two wires becom free to turn. Choose only one and start to turn and turn and turn and turn ......... The wire on one side will leave and on other side will come out, while the leaving side of net will stay devided. The splitted one piece of wire is good to store, because later you can back connect devided pieces of nets just by turning in the one piece of wire.

[@adventuresofthememorymakers]

Just a thought here, but you find a way to truck that rock to the MIdwest you will be able to fiance your whole house build from the sale of those round rocks. My wife would kill for the rocks that are killing you! Around our area people seem to be switching from high maintenance landscaping to longer lasting rock landscapes. Plus your rock would make awesome looking chimneys. Like I said, just a thought. Never hurts to profit from the resources you already have on the land you own.

[@shangyu2599]

You got so much rock in your soil!! Ever thinking of building your house with those rocks? Timber framing house with stone walls would look great!

[@bernardtharme838]

I admire what you are doing and you are keeping your sense of humour

[@thegreatfish6466]

have yall thought about selling the rocks you're filtering out? I'm watching this thinking I would love to use those rocks! so chances are that someone closer to yall would too. it would be a great and easy way to add some capitol to the house project

[@armadillerff]

I'm thinking y'all could do a stone exterior to your timber frame house...

[@maryandmac]

That's what I was thinking too! And maybe some old-fashioned farmer's field stone walls for the property.

[@gonzalezpandura]

You gave me a great idea for sifting threw my compost.I think Im going to use galvanized tube for the frame and smaller gage wire. C clap the wire to the tubes and since Im dealing with smaller material make it 4×4. Thanks guys for the great idea.

[@uptheos6916]

Check out how to make a GABION BASKET ideal for you property in so many ways and in your case very cheap, just think how much you spent on retaining wall at bottom of your drive. Really enjoyed the video by the way.

[@spacystacy51]

so I do believe you have tested the limits of those wire cutters

[@toolsconsumables7055]

I've seen these sieves being used in China where the women ( & they are small skinny people not butch at all) are doing all of this by hand. I think you've done pretty well; it's refreshing to see enterprising young people saving money the clever way. I cannot wait for next instalment. Kind regards.

[@linataylor8522]

so amazing how opposite people's problems can be... hubby and I picking every rock possible in our 4.2 acre block as we have a dream to pave our driveway with it... we will end up having to buy some rocks... and they not cheap! a truckload costs around €800 here in Lithuania... good luck to you guys! love watching your videos!

[@EnGammalAmazon]

If you load the grizzly from the other side it is easier on the grizz and more efficient. You can also use the bucket to back blade the rocks away from the grizzly. It also helps if you take a few moments and smooth out your approach to the grizz. It will make it easier on you.

[@smallcarguy]

Hey good to see that J got his back "back". Nice work on the new griz!

[@hannaholson8278]

with all that rock your getting could make some very pretty rock walls or even use it in some retaining walls for terracing that hill side for some beautiful step gardens

[@robertwestbrook4895]

You should install a slide on the hill!!

[@doubledarefan]

Perfect Physical Challenge!

[@johnpoc6594]

Carhartt should sponsor you guys, awesome vid

[@billlamm4688]

That big hood gets pretty small when you wear a hard hat

[@randydinsmore9737]

Jesse and Alyssa Please let us know your opinion on building the first floor/basement/ foundation out of all that awesome rock. Seems like an unlimited resource.

[@cpr2323]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos! Both the content and the quality are excellent. I've just started thinking about something like this, and your journey is inspiring. :)

[@priayief]

An expert is a person who's already made all of the mistakes. So, if you want to do things the quickest, easiest and cheapest possible way, consult an expert. If you want a challenge do it yourself. I love these videos.

[@dougsberna4579]

Hi! Love the channel! Any plans for the rocks? (After your house is finished, of course)

[@MysteryValleyRanch]

Great upgrade on the grizzly. I hope you see by now though that the cross braces on the back are in the way. After you filter enough soil to start filling up the area under the filter wire, you can then take the bucket on the backhoe and scoop up clean soil from underneath.

[@johnschroeder6351]

G'day from Millfeild NSW Australia. just a tip for working with chain wire is if you need to either cut or join the chain wire you undo the join at the top and bottom and twist out vertical wire. to join twist the vertical length back into the join.

[@mikewatson497]

We had a grizzly type screen in our corp yard. We put it on top of a dump truck bed and screened the fines directly into the bed. Looks like your bucket hardly reaches the top. Try dropping your material from the slanted side. You don't even have to reach as far up. The rock will build up at the bottom under the tractor and give you a bed to drive up on to reach higher to drop the fines farther out as the pile grows.

[@SkyKing101010]

Very nice. I love the idea of the grizzly. You may end up with enough rock for a fieldstone house or at least a really nice stone chimney. This may be usefull.

[@HansQuistorff]

I don't even cut it at all, Just un hook it where it is looped together and untwist it if it is twisted together on the other end.then unwind one link. You an even take the time to wind the removed link back on if the material is worth more than your time. In reverse You can put sections back together again. There was a commercial rock screen recude from the dump on my farm. I bolted a 2x4 on each side and fastened a finer screen to the bottom and legs. So I get three piles, dirt, pea gravel and rocks. An addition you may want to make at the bottom of the hill if you are digging back into the bank for your building. The pea gravel is so nice for making paths.

[@scruffy6151]

upgrading the grizzly for success job well done. thank you for the video

[@olarky1]

In north Arkansas much of the land has rock all over, what we do is take a piece of chain link and tie both ends to gather stand it up and fill it with rock . Makes great fence corners , gate pilling and stableizers on long runs of fence . Looks kind of cool and puts the rock to work and out of the way .

[@bigfoot7494]

With the left over rock you should make an outside fireplace\BBQ for the hot tub deck.

[@TheAmysv]

loving this journey with you both! you're making great progress!

[@MrRain-hk4zi]

Great idea for sorting rock! for additional support on the ends one might be able to add to the ends. Sandwich the ends with two 2 x 6 boards and carriage bolts might help. This also might help pinch the chain link and help keep it somewhat stretched. Thanks!

[@vincelindataylor4168]

Just think of all the rock for a foundation and a fireplace WOW what a looker that will be.

[@RenaissanceThinking]

I'm seeing a lot of stone work in your future at some point...

[@richardvandyke9578]

Spending a few minutes to level the ground approaching your grizzly will make it a lot safer to drive over with the bucket up in the air. Also I was wondering if you could get at the bottom of the grizzly from the side to scoop the rocks away. Re-Arranging the braces on the back would allow you to reach in with the backhoe bucket and pull the dirt out taking away the need to move the grizzly..

[@roberthousedorfii1743]

THIS. Come in from the side of the grizzly, at the bottom, and take a wedge out of the ground. (after you clear away the rocks that are there. ) by digging DOWN, the rocks won't roll back into the dirt. keep it clean/empty often, and move the rocks REALLY far away so you have room to maneuver.

[@tommathews3964]

I ain't gonna bust your chops about unscrewing chain link.....and even though I would unscrew it as well, you need a genuine pair of bolt cutters. Every homestead needs real live bolt cutters! Thanks for great videos! Y'all are enjoyable :)

[@gregormiller4037]

That rock you have could make a great koi pond, siding etc. I hope you guys have plans for them.

[@nathan6364]

Yall have so much fun!!!

[@Diggit7979]

Pressure treated frame and Simpson SDS hex screws.

[@gr1mrea9er82]

With all those rocks, you could build a very nice rock chimney or some terraces for planting on the slope.

[@stevenbaumann8692]

I love all your videos. I'm going to attempt a shed this spring. From the ground up.

[@elhigh]

That's a lot of rocks, guys. I'm looking at all that and thinking to myself, slipformed stone foundation. Just a thought.

[@Keiths1234]

Thanks for sharing I can make one out of 2 inch pipe and have like 2 foot leg in the front and I can carry the fence all the way down to the bottom to I think I'm gonna make one because I got some work that is quite similar to what you're doing I had the pipe and the fencing here already the trick is been in the leg thanks again

[@chaimbenalon1809]

your channel is like a realety show; only it is real life:)

[@joeebear]

SUGGESTION: Learn masonry and use all those rocks for your foundation.

[@MattHolstein]

5:39 bro....bro....bro Screws have no sheer strength. Forget the joist hardware. Put a 2 by underneath the slats and top member and throw screws up into each. That will cause the force to go through and be applied as a pulling force on those screws rather than a sheer force on the slats.

[@sdfjsdjfghssfgdsgvfs]

You can put all that rock to good use like: foundation for the barn and house, short walls for garden or as a short base and foundation for the fence all around your property, a nice outdoor open fireplace along with sitting area (shape with concrete or mortar, and add foam cushions to sit on), make a border around the grass areas so grass won't grow onto the driveway​ or walkway and so on...

[@hotelkilo006]

What's stopping the chain link from forming a bowl at the bottom then the rocks pounding that bottom horizontal board out? I would be afraid of that happening after a bunch of those big rocks. I like the idea of plywood to separate the rock from the soil on the ground.

[@purelivingforlife]

+hotelkilo006 Seems the metal the fencing is made from is heavier than the chicken wire (11.5 gauge) and it doesn't seem to bend the same either. Define you bends but doesn't stretch like the chicken wire did.

[@elhigh]

If you assume an angle of repose of 45 degrees (typical for gravel), then any steepness in your stone filter higher than that is height wasted. You could make the bottom higher and keep sorting longer before you have to move the filter (what you call a "grizzly," I'm calling a filter). I can't tell from the vid what your angle is but I think 45 should suffice. Maybe a few more degrees just to ensure it sheds completely. Add skins to either side of the legs and add long sled runners (just 2x4 flat on the ground running from front to back legs) and the legs won't get trapped, and you'll be able to grab the filter with the tractor and drag it away from the piles.

[@Takeruskep]

Man that view is amazing

[@ekimoslek]

I'd recommend GRK Structural screws. Ledger under joists would help take up some of the shock.

[@Rc4x4trucks]

What are your plans for all of the rocks? or are you just going to put them somewhere on the property?

[@clintgulett7553]

Looks like alot of work for very little dirt. How much did you end up getting?

[@benscoles5085]

I thought I had rocks!!, but I have mere pebbles compared to what you are dealing with, great idea, great build, , now to make this with 2 layers of chain link, in an a , tube, with a motor, with a rock sled, at the bottom, that you can drag with the backhoe, dump the rock where you may want it, and one under the sifter, to catch the sifted dirt, , and put it where you want it, , Great Build Great ideas, this is a challenge, that you met and WON!!!!

[@lorenzo42p]

the screws you mentioned, I don't remember what they're called either, but I have a box of them or something similar that's labeled for concrete anchors. whatever they are, those screws are insanely strong. I've never seen one break, but given enough force, they do bend. I used those screws for the floor joists in my shed, just one in each end and some drywall screws. that was 10+ years ago. so much weight in there, it's sagging and destroying the 2x6's. I may have to replace the entire floor, at which point I can see just how bent the screws are.

[@PeterKingston1970]

Are you going to use your abundant rocks to build something with gabions?

[@NitrousDiecast]

Cool video, you guys should definetly build something with all that rock, like a fireplace! One thing that might make the grizzly work better, what if before you start using it, excavate a trench in front of the grizzly for all the rock to fall into, so it doesn't roll back on the "cleaned" dirt?

[@ycmdill]

You don't cut chain link fence. You un-sew it. Just use pliers to open the loops on top and bottom.

[@marciabrumfield1400]

I have not seen any new videos since the day you worked so many hours in the high temperatures. I hope you guys did not get any hear related illnesses because they can be buggers. I am worried about you and praying you are okay, just too busy to film anything. Love your channel. Loved your timberframe school vids.

[@guyina4x499]

you guys need to build your house out of rocks!

[@Diggit7979]

guyina4x4 I'd go with an ICF even if I had the trees(and $ of course). Very well insulated, minimal maintenance, practically bomb proof. The rocks would look cool though .

[@Diggit7979]

SirVixIsVexed Good idea. It would look good. .

[@cherylclough1804]

The rocks can be used to increase the water level in their garden/landscape once it is built. Check out beavers and old Aboriginal structures. It will make the property lush and rich once built. There is also a good documentary of grass to bring water into the soil

[@purelivingforlife]

Crossed our minds but there are lots of reasons not to for this house, although it would look cool. We'll definitely challenge ourselves to find a way to use up the rocks whether it's accents on the outside, as walls for the garden or other retaining wall projects, etc. So many projects to be excited about!

[@ringerson4x4]

Maybe a field stone fireplace in the house, large focal point.

[@timkirkpatrick9155]

unbend the ends of the wire and spiral twist it out. Save cutting the tough wire.Looks good guys! Called a snorkel hood for rain and snow and glare.

[@RelentlessHomesteading]

Glad it's working. Amazing how little soil there is between the rocks - you must be living in a river bed!! I still would have put rebar in slots crosswise and covered with the hog panels as I was saying before; then you wouldn't have to be so ginger dropping the rocks on it. But the chain-link is a little better than the other setup. Around here the dirt (clay) is free - - it is the rocks we have to pay for! LOL.

[@purelivingforlife]

+RelentlessHomesteading With every project is about "enough". We could spend endlessly and have really nice things but that money has to be spread over so many things. It's always about enough to get the job done. If it was doing this for a living I'd certainly do it wildly different. :) Just 1/4 mile away from us it's sand 300' deep. We're an island of rock.

[@RelentlessHomesteading]

Pure Living for Life Yeah I know - best bang for the buck and microsecond. With Your property this grizzly may be with you awhile - at least no drainage issues there on your land. It'll be great when your water lines are in and you have a well. You are getting there!!

[@thomp2jk]

Did you guys use treated lumber for the frame?

[@bronto17]

Don't know if any told you but the best way to screen with the grizzly is to load from the front and take the rock away once it pile up to high also if you can get a 4in1 bucket for the backhoe would made loading and cleaning up a quicker and easier just take a little to get use to it another trick with the grizzly to put a chain on the grizzly so you can move it easily to get at the soil also keep your road to and from the grizzly smooth if it gets rough smooth it out that way you aren't get tossed around and you can work quicker . Apart from those little thing I enjoy your videos and hope you all the success in your endeavours

[@williamblair3610]

I love watching your videos. y'all crack me up

[@christianward1411]

Maybe build a stone cottage for the lower level.....you have an abundance already!!......all the best guys!

[@eddeetz493]

Grab some wire panels and make Gabion. rock walls around features. Great use for the stone.

[@richardvandyke9578]

Does anyone in your area have a portable crusher? You have a lot of rock there that could possibly be turned into crushed rock to use on your driveway or around your property. Might be worth checking out. Crusher operator might be interested in loading up the rock in a dump truck and hauling it to a crusher and return the crushed rock. Not sure if that is a paying proposition but might be worth checking out.

[@johntratselas1759]

You guys make me laugh. Thank you so much. Looking forward to seeing this house built one day. Keep the videos coming guys :)

[@thedogemachine130]

Love the videos keep them coming!!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@TaterTantrum]

Hell, after you're done using that to sift dirt, you could bring the tall end down a bit and make a make shift awning for wood storage. Or just a shelter to chill under.

[@thedriler]

hey you should load the material from the other side then you can pick up the rock and remove it but saying that awesome job guys

[@TeunS133N]

thanks for sharing the adventure!

[@101egals]

All those stones will make a great foundation and chimney

[@jimd4351]

Have you considered learning some basic welding, getting an inexpensive "buss box" stick welding machine and building a rock separator from angle iron. Your only using this fill for your trench now but I have an odd suspicion you're going to need to separate native boulder, cobble and soil FOREVER on your homestead. IF you do the rock screen from steel and then put wood legs/frame under it...?

[@mwilliamshs]

Jim D you mean "buzz box" like a Lincoln "tombstone"

[@jimd4351]

Yes

[@richardflanigan9475]

try concrete reinforcing mesh. It comes in mats, is welded and is like #9 wire in different patterns like 6"x6". Instead of using a fascia you should use more on the bottom side.

[@donmedford2563]

Hello, I love your videos. I am curious. I notice you have rented the track hoe several times and now the back hoe. Would it be better for the long term to buy a track hoe or back hoe instead of renting all the time?

[@AndrewGrassette]

you guys could build decorative rock walls on your property with all all that stone

[@seymourpro6097]

Consider that your floor slab will need re-bar so make the mesh out of the re-bar that you will reuse later. In the UK re-bar weld mesh is easily found.

[@NavigatedChaos]

I hope we'll see stairs using those stones. Stairs straight up to the water container.

[@mastersergant1287]

nice truck, what year is it?

[@mikegriffin3437]

Hey guys. Just watched a couple of "Wranglerstar videos that might be of interest to you. He is making a timber frame raised garden for Mrs. W. Cool practice project for you two.

[@botabob]

Nice work you guys.

[@Paul8851]

Two Comments: 1.) Do not cut chain link fabric. Un-fold the 2 end crimps in the direction of the "next bend" and just un-weave it. Then weave it back into the roll and re-crimp the ends. This Saves Waste! 2.) Chain link fabric can be used to re-inforce concrete. For instance, a 4' square panel can be hung/stretched in the center of a 4' square walkway panel or small slab for something like the battery box. I am leveling a floor in a shop converted from a carport with a sloped floor. The 12' x 32' floor lends itself to making 4' square treated wood forms that will stay in place. I can do a couple of squares, wet cure them as I continue, and move stuff from the un-level area to the new leveled area as I go. I use nails to hook the fabric panels about the middle thickness of the pour. Most concrete panels are 4" to 6" thick.

[@harleyfiore1]

How do I not have one of these? Thanks Jesse, now I have yet another project! Smiley face

[@purelivingforlife]

+Erick Fiorentino It's a hoot!

[@steffwicker]

Love the hood Alyssa 👍 you guys have some massive rock envy going on with your viewers.

[@LanceSheppard]

have y'all looked into a soapstone fireplace?

[@Pprez.69]

Live watching your videos, there inspiring :)

[@PermaPen]

Aw come on, more filming of the filtering! Relaxing.... Presumably the increased angle means less impact of the big rocks on the screen? I wonder if you could sell those stones? Sure, other people have the stones too, but yours are dug up, ready to go.

[@Venzina1]

nails also have a higher shear strength than screws usually. so could try using that too.

[@theoldwizard998]

Rule #1 in amateur structural carpentry. NEVER BUILD SOMETHING WHERE YOU HAVE TO SCREW/NAIL INTO END GRAIN ! That is the weakest part of the wood. If there is just no other way, drill a couple of hole (½"-¾" for 2by lumber) through the cross piece into the end grain (use a screw to temporarily hold thing together while drilling) and use a hardwood dowel with glue. Waterproof glue if it is an outdoor structure. Your design should have the "bars" resting ON TOP OF the top and bottom frames. Use cut toe nailed/screwed pieces between the bars to prevent them from twisting.