Martin's Old Off Grid Log Cabin #24 Repairing Logs

[@MrBuckstrang]

Martin you ate truely blessed to have a wife that understands you need to get up there. and the cabin to go to! Great videos, so serine and pieceful.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I give thanks for all that daily.

[@sarahhajar5983]

Dear Martin. You are a living heritage for the younger generation and an inspiration to the older. Thank you for the knowledge and skills sharing.

[@cigarcaptain]

You are a man of many hats Martin. I would like to have met you and your parents. Someone steered you in the right direction from your start. The cabin is once again standing tall.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I can think of several people besides my parents that a lot of influence.

[@ricardojano3716]

Nice log repair Martin and the finishing touch the log ends The final touch the horseshoe turned upright so your Luck doesn't run out !

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Very true

[@brendadoherty3060]

I so enjoyed seeing your final detail. All horse shoes need to have open end up. We mustn’t let our luck run out lol. The logs are so beautiful. Great job again

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That horseshoe got more attention that the squirrel trying to get into the cabin while I fed the jays.

[@Kosar_OnTheCreek]

I always like how you keep everything simple, no use in getting all complicated.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I like simple.

[@theoldtimeywoodworker2488]

Well, what can I say. You got the job done again. It was again a pleasure to watch.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, glad to hear I met those goals again.

[@jvatell6111]

Martin it is always a pleasure to watch your ideas and work come to a Great end product 👍! Thank you for sharing and I hope you got to relax and play after that 🙂.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for watching, I did get a lot of R&R on this trip.

[@jacl4953]

sory i am french , wath is ...r&r .

[@johngerson7335]

+jac I ...rest and relaxation

[@mariasummers8345]

When you were putting in the end piece, seen a hole that I hope you filled in with something to keep the cold air out. You did a great job on that window. You have a nice view looking out now. All you need is some window covering so the bears won't see you at night. You are a pretty talented man. building a log cabin is no easy feat, and then you make repairs to keep it looking and working good.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I plan on filling any cracks and holes when I return this fall. No worry though, the cabin stays so warm a few leaks just means the door does not have to be opened to cool things down.

[@johnblackie646]

Very nice, you sure are a hard worker, now it's time to enjoy all your hard work being able to look out your window and all , keep on keeping on, Best of luck always and thanks for sharing your videos.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks John, time for a hike in the next video.

[@johngallagher2313]

Nice repair job. I enjoy watching people make do with what they have to use. Shows ingenuity.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks John, I always get some satisfaction when I can make do with less.

[@408Magenta]

This is a classic Martin video. I guess we are all up in years now and I hope the old renegade is still kicking about.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Things are OK now but Vonnie was mauled by a dog so I have been playing nurse this spring.

[@901ronnie]

You make it look easy. I am sure it is not. Great work. I think your subscribers love the cabin as much as you. All the enjoyment and none of the work! Ha! Be safe and Happy!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh I know the cabin is the star of the show. I am fine lingering on the sidelines.

[@TS-bn7zt]

901ronnie Great comment sir!!

[@TS-bn7zt]

901ronnie Great comment sir!!

[@TS-bn7zt]

Hope the horse shoe brings you luck Martin. Many thanks for another relaxing vid from the cabin. Just great!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh the horseshoe, there were a lot of watchers concerned about that one.

[@tommmarree3689]

Outstanding work Martin! You are a true inspiration! Keep up the excellent work.......

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Nice to have that wall looking better, thanks.

[@darci12u]

Even watching you work on cabin is great,I think you have earned play time...have fun ,take care.🤗

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I took plenty of breaks when the wall was done. Time for a walk to Sven's.

[@hearttoheart4me]

I wood..... Rather watch you restore this than the PBS show TOH. More informative and more to what a common man with any good sense would do. Thank you for these informative, calming and beautiful videos.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, it is nice to be working in such a simple mode.

[@frankcava8073]

Martin, I really love your videos. They are great and that cabin looks like a little acre of heaven itself. Please keep posting updates!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Happy to keep the updates coming. I have some new ideas for the trips coming up.

[@kbflorida7985]

Terrific accomplishment by only one man. Amazing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I just keep puttering away. It is nice to sit back and enjoy the improvements.

[@edschneider1780]

Great job Martin, enjoy your summer!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks

[@swoopers4588]

I just made a comment on another video about that horse shoe. Much better all the luck to you my friend great cabin

[@georgejohnson1537]

That was amazing... Thanks for posting and sharing your skills. I learn something new with everyone of your videos.............Thank you

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks George

[@cindyoquinn7924]

We enjoyed the video. It was interesting to see how you replaced the logs. You have the cabin looking great. Look forward to your next video. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, next time we are going to take a walk to the neighbors.

[@edwardballow2268]

Cabin is looking great - enjoy the summer!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I am doing that.

[@peschoanvi]

I cannot believe i watched all parts from the first to this last all during one day. i never done something like this before :) . It was a pleasure to follow you during your time there and your projects you show us. Very much informations, patience, nature, respect and knowledge. Cant wait to see more. greetings from Italy

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Wow, that was quite a feat. One more new one coming next week.

[@tommylarson7219]

Great Job,! Do you realize how many people are so envious of you?? I for one!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I realize how fortunate I am and that's why I try to share the cabin here

[@vinnyc365]

Enjoyed the heck out of this one. Thanks Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad to hear you liked it.

[@kmcd1000]

Thanks for posting. I enjoy your videos. If I was in Minnesota, I'd stop by and help.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks

[@raincoast9010]

Good job on fitting those half logs in place.

[@retiredyeti5555]

Smart idea, cutting the half logs from a standing tree. Beats cutting it while it is laying on the ground, for sure. Nice repair job!

[@johngerson7335]

Hi Martin! Amazing as usual, hope you're well and enjoying yourself.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, it worked out as well I as I could have expected.

[@venon303]

Martin, I love your videos, for me this is one of the best youtube videos, a big hug and take care....

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I am glad you find them worthwhile.

[@timberdoodle6501]

Love the videos. Thanks for turning the horseshoe. Now your luck won't run out.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I had put the horseshoe turning on the to-do list for the trip.

[@storbokki371]

After watching this video, I had to look in the comments to see if anyone understood the significance of turning the horse shoe to the "U" position. Good to see I'm not the only one that understood.

[@kevintulak9987]

I was waiting for this one, I was hoping to see how you cleaned out the rotten logs. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Kevin, I slipped up in not filming more of that. From each end I just did cuts like were shown and if any wood still held the axe would pop the pieces off. What I failed to film was getting the rest of the bad wood off. I would cut in with the chainsaw to the middle of the old log and make these cuts about every 8 inches. A wood splitting wedge would then be driven in from the side and the short sections of rotten half-log would separate and fall to the ground.

[@annettemillette4091]

first time seeing a repair on a log cabin, thanks old- timer

[@p_aulwhite]

Nice work Martin. You know how to work that wood.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, that bad spot has bugged me for years.

[@alnbaba]

Up here in Nova Scotia there used to be a lot of old log cabins like yours, many have rotted away as folks get too old to look after them. I've been watching one in particular over the past 20 years that has been left untouched. It only takes one hole in the roof or smashed window and the cabins decline is quick. I used to overnight in it but the critters and mold have taken over.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

This cabin only survives because a farmer deer hunting group had some extra metal roofing and put it on for a roof.

[@SSPJG3]

Thanks for the video Martin. I have a log cabin in Northern Wisconsin and your repair tutorial will come in handy.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Good to hear Jim, if you need any more details let me know.

[@jamesoncross7494]

Great job! Your cabin is awesome!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, now for some sealant on the walls to help protect it more.

[@tobyforest665]

Great job you gave me ideas on how to repair my Dads cabin a bit more challenging his cabin has standing logs but we will get her done thanks for all the tips.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, one thing I neglected to film was making cuts every eitht inches and half way into the log. I then used a wood splitting wedge to split off the outside of the log. I also put some of those big lag screws through my new wood and into the old wood.

[@coolwheelz5190]

Thanks! I wondered how you did that. Saw the completed version in another video.......this video is like Hollywood showing all it's tricks!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It was an interesting project, I had never done that process before but seemed the safest in this case.

[@dadgad68]

Nice job Martin thanks for sharing.

[@TheMusachioedBrony]

This is the second video of your I have wave watched, and I just can't stop thinking about "Little House in The Big Woods"!! I know the Ingalls family was in Wisconsin,but I have a feeling it was similar. I bet the size of their cabin was about the same as yours as well. Such an amazingly cozy place. I spent my childhood summers in the North Woods of Wisconsin, about a half hour from Minoqua. This makes me nostalgic!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks Mary, I am glad they bring back those memories for you.

[@victorhebert5774]

Nice work, looking great. Now relax and enjoy.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Victor, I got a lot of relaxing in after the logs were finished.

[@ic1984ishere]

I am a new subscriber and just wanted to say I love your vids. Your cabin is beautiful and I would love to be there walking on your gorgeous property all day birdwatching. My idea of heaven. Love it when you feed the gray jays right out of your hand.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for joining and enjoying the cabin life.

[@thedooper1971]

I really enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I really enjoy making them.

[@danwhiteman2529]

The cabin looks good!

[@Bg1111ghk]

Been waiting for this one! Thanks Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I missed filming a few things but you get the idea.

[@scotfalconeroutdoors191]

Another great informative video,your a legend

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, some of those lessons I learned the hard way so glad to same some the learning curve.

[@cctn2012]

I really enjoy these Martin thanks for posting!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, happy to hear you like them.

[@CalicoKid21]

May God Bless you always! Great work!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you

[@deweytarver8985]

Outstanding, will be doing this very thing myself soon.

[@1hillbilly]

Nice work Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, those bad spots on the north side have bugged me for 30 years but other more important repairs took preference.

[@backcountrypipe]

Great work Martin. What a gem of a cabin, thanks so much for talking the time to share with us. Have you ever considered making a hunting video? I bet your traditional and simple ways spill over to your hunting also. Would love to see a video sometime. Regards Mark

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Mark, I used to write detailed jounnals as I deer hunted those MN woods. Too many times I would look up to see deer staring at me. Since then when I'm hunting, I'm hunting.

[@tomjeffersonwasright2288]

I was waiting to see if you took up an adze to remove those outer half logs. But it looks like saw cuts and a wood slick or big chisel. The wood looked punky enough to come off fairly easily. Nice work ! ! !

[@hughdiver2597]

You've inspired me to get the Alaskan chainsaw mill. I've been cutting all my down oaks for firewood but I think it's time to build a pole barn. You're great with that saw. Hugh

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is amazing what you can cut up with a sharp powerful saw.

[@robertcampbell8275]

nice work Martin great video

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

thanks

[@offtherichter7]

seems like you're compromising the strength of the structure by replacing pieces of logs like this. but it looks like you know what you're doing. thanks for this videos i enjoy them :)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is probably a trade off. If I replaced the whole logs there is a good chance things would slip out of place and weaken the corners.

[@normandesrosiers3737]

Thanks for the video and God bless you my friend

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thankyou Norman

[@roadstead2220]

very impressive chainsaw and log work!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, the saw speeds up the work a lot.

[@harvdog5669]

Hey Martin, you look Alot younger working on those logs, that or you are having a whole lot of fun. You make it look so easy...lol lol lol I am wanting to see more close up details of the mounted logs and at the corner as well, and if you could speak a little on how you are securing them so they don't fall out, that would be help full..And when will you be re chinking the outside...

[@t.w.milburn8264]

Bravo Martin, Double High - 5's Keep 'em com'n, Friend. ATB Terry God Bless

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thabnks Terry, we are going for a walk next time.

[@mvanvelsen]

Great work, I enjoy the relaxed pace of the videos. Interesting to see you use a hand screw driver for instead of a powered one. Best regards, Maarten

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I only have 12 volt power at the cabin so no electric power tools.

[@INFINITYSWAGGER1]

Another great video buddy! Thank you!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, glad it pleased you.

[@kathleencrepeau2063]

You do great work Martin, it looks really good and very interesting to watch! :)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I strive to make something that most will find enjoyable.

[@marksparkplug7758]

Looks great Martin!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I am sure happy not to be looking at that rotten wood anymore.

[@movedon12]

Thanks for the great video, it's looking cool 😎 you did a good job👍🏻

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, those ugly logs had been bothering me.

[@cristianbailey8407]

thanks for the upload, your videos relax me. :)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, enjoy.

[@mikerogers9711]

Great job Sir.

[@59chevt]

Martin very enjoyable vid thanks

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, making them enjoyable is one of my goals.

[@gaylemesser136]

Subscribed about 2 weeks ago and I have seen about 46 shows now. Enjoy them alot. Take care and be safe. VAUGHN

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Your eyes must be burning by now, glad to have you along.

[@DumpsterShenanigans]

Hey Martin, I really appreciate you sharing your experience with us. I am looking to homestead soon in northern Idaho soon and look to you for a form of inspiration. Would you ever consider allowing someone to come live on your property for a couple weeks? I could skilled labor in exchange for rent. Kind of a long shot, haha, but let me know. Keep on doing what you’re doing!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Ryan, if I started doing that it could get out of hand. Not saying it would not me possible.

[@DumpsterShenanigans]

I have a feeling it could get complicated. Seems like your secret is to keep things simple. Looking forward to future videos.

[@ADSC2006]

Looking good.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I like it too. Those logs were really bothering me.

[@mobiltec]

Nice work...

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, a little weathering and it shoud fit right in.

[@ianmiles7916]

Always interesting, thanks.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Good to hear they are working for others.

[@jefferyschirm4103]

Luv how you use common sense with skill.

[@pcking2008]

+TheNorthwoodsman1 I think it's amazing how you remove and replace the logs that need be. That takes skill. Angel from The Bay

[@harvdog5669]

Hey Martin, at the end of the video, you could say to everyone,, And That's How That Is Done...lol

[@Coop87]

Hey Martin, what trade did you do for your career? Seems like you did something that involved working with your hands.

[@thornwarbler]

I think he was a dentist who specialized in those dental veneers :-p

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I worked on a Chrysler assembly line but we did not use chainsaws-much.

[@Coop87]

TheNorthwoodsman1 That's why you have the Dodge Durango. Makes Sense. Either way, enjoying your woodsman craftsmanship and ingenuity. Keep it up.

[@jamesireland9188]

Awesome vid just subbed have a good day and stay safe Jimmy from Massachusetts

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for joining our cabin group.

[@rickharley1995]

Martin, thanks for the vids!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad they are well received.

[@thorson7842]

Awesome work!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, its nice to have that wall looking better.

[@archdawg5688]

I wish you would have showed more of the proses like hw you got the old ones out and the new ones in..

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Arch, check out a little below. I explained what I failed to film that day. Any ? after that I will try to answer.

[@stephenmoore2754]

This video and your comments have pretty much explained the process. I have one final question. How did you tie the new half log to the old piece? The lags in the window jack are holding that end, but did you use anything in the middle of the section?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I used the same long torx head lag screws to tie the two halves together. I went at an upward angle from the underside of the outside half-log. The cedar is soft enough and the lags so strong that I could keep cranking on them with the ratchet until they were out of sight.

[@donbeeler49]

Nice work!!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks

[@AnnetteZang]

Great job

[@ttss5726]

Love it a chain saw and a torque screwed driver with an axe if the complete all you need home tools to repair the cabin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes, crude but effective.

[@crankyoleman321]

Good job!

[@4wheelsonmywagon733]

Good job. 👍😀

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks

[@Hockeyfan9884]

At 6:32 was that end peice mainly put in place for cosmetic use ? The reason I ask is that it seems to me a couple of wood screws hold this in place and I cannot see any significant load bearing on this peice that would hold with a couple of screws. Thanking you in advance for your reply and enjoy your very informative videos. Cheers.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Steve, the end pieces are all for show. Thanks

[@johnstockhoff9742]

Good job! Had no idea.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Me neither

[@scottyoung9434]

great job love your videos wish you had more.worked half of my life with a chainsaw very much enjoyed watching this

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, chainsaws can be pretty handy.

[@courtcop64]

very nice!!

[@jvatell6111]

Rest and relaxation

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The rest came after the wall was finished.

[@jvatell6111]

You certainly deserved it after that project. That was far from an easy project especially by yourself and more importantly not getting injured (I do know you work "SMART"!) If I may ask... Do you carry a emergency beacon with you for the "Just in Case" situation? I myself now carry a cellphone on me all the times wherever I go. If I get injured at least I can tell it to call someone or emergency services. I had a situation where I stepped on a hidden underground yellow jacket bees nest and was swarmed by them. I turned lost my balance, fell against the stone wall in our flower garden and broke my collarbone. (I've never experience such pain in my life, all the bee bites didn't even compare. From then on I take it outside...not only when I leave the house.)

[@Mikesorrento3344]

The only complaint I have is I wish your videos were longer!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I need to film more details so I am not just stretching things out. I got carried away and did not film cleaning all the rotten portions off the logs.

[@hughdiver2597]

Cowboy hats and horse shoes, don't let the luck run out!

[@augustreil]

You Sir, Are a genius !! Do you treat the outside with any type of preservative now ? I found your channel today 1/22/18 and watched about 3 videos and knew I had to Subscribe, so that's what I did ! Awesome videos and I'm going to keep watching trying to catch up ! Thank you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Now that we have all the bad wood replaced and it is chinked the next step will be finding a suitable preservative for the outside walls.

[@augustreil]

I was curious because I thought that there was some type of spray that makes the wood fibers rock solid again, almost like original. Then top coat with a preservative. Have you heard of what I'm talking about ? Might be worth some research ? If I find it, I'll put the link in this comment !

[@augustreil]

TheNorthwoodsman1, here are 3 links to a specialized product I found for log homes, : www.rotdoctor.com/products/cpes.html : www.rotdoctor.com/log/LMain.html :www.rotdoctor.com/products/cpes.htm It's not inexpensive at 210.00 for 2 gallons but well worth it I believe. Just soak the logs with a sprayer, let dry and then spray your wood preservative on top and never worry again about staining/sealing the logs ever again !! I hope this helps because Ripping logs out and refacing as I have seen you do, is therapeutic but your gonna be around for quite some time and I want to see more cool videos ! LoL !! Thank you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

If you find that again let me know.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I read what you sent the links for. I am afraid in my case the old wood would require a gallon per log and at $100 per gallon just too expensive.

[@jameslawlor1404]

Ha the horseshoe, well played!

[@usedtobecool6874]

heaven as I see it

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is great there.

[@ZombieHorror666]

Is the whole cabin untreated wood? If so, why? Wouldn't it last much longer if you treated the wood with for example, tar?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The cabin logs are of various species. White cedar is what lasts the longest as it is naturally rot resistant so always used on the bottom logs. The other logs stay sound as long as the roof is leakproof. Now that things have been repaired I plan on getting some sort of additional protection applied. First I will rechink the rest of the cabin.