Renovating An Abandoned Resort: Demolishing the Administration Building

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[@OffTheRanch]

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[@mgratk]

Saying Build Back Better is like putting a massive curse on the ranch. Also an invitation to kid sniffers and gun grabbers.

[@michaelfowler8289]

There is a telephone pole factory in😊 Old Town Idaho yo😮

[@michaelfowler8289]

They said they sell me 3 quarts of millions cedar Mill ends for 20

[@matthewbellisle4771]

I work at a landfill and we get telephone phones all the time. Call your local landfill my guy @offtheranch

[@camsoasis2316]

doesnt WD have a bulldozer you can borrow! make quick work of the entire property lol

[@Swerval]

This channel has more demolition than Demolition Ranch

[@antinormality]

Demolition Resort!

[@edoardodellarovere1316]

True

[@sallyintucson]

Just a different kind of demo.

[@kolebailey5856]

Shoulda named the channel Demolishing a Ranch 😂

[@undermoonlightglow]

You know.

[@jasbobo1]

I have a Rv park in Pecos tx called desperado ranch Rv park. I keep getting calls from people trying to book your resort for the eclipse. I have to explain to them I’m not the one they are looking for. I dont mind it at all, I’ve been a follower of Matt for years and I will keep redirecting calls to support him. Keep up the good work!!!

[@kd5inm]

You need to offer them a booking because not everyone can be accomidated at Matts

[@austinschultz4324]

Hey Matt. We have about 20 phone poles here that we are not using. My buddy owns a gun range here in College Station he was going to use them for his range but he decided he doesn't want them. He is also going to drop a comment to hope you see them. We know you're an Aggie so come and visit and take a look at them if your interested.

[@fartzinacan]

Matt, I think you can do the B&B and use an old food truck as a temp kitchen. B&B Thursday afternoon thru Sunday. Continental breakfasts, no lunch service figuring that people are often gone during the day, limited menu for dinners. When guests register, they're given menu options for dinners to choose from in advance. That way the cooks can accurately prepare for meal service. The food truck would be cheaper than building a dining hall.

[@EazymoneyBicch]

Omg ur a GENIUS!!! Somebody needs to make sure Matt sees ur comment.

[@jonjackalone504]

Great idea

[@BarqueCat1]

Seconding this - I made the food truck comment on the last video. It actually would serve multiple purposes. Some food trucks are very item specific - others, such as those at events like motorcycle rallys, do everything from breakfast to snacks, full meals, and late night munchies. This would be ideal for the campers and for all the events that should be taking place on the range(s).

[@SOONERTHANYOUWISH]

Make the food truck using one of the busses Heavy d sparks has for sale and have him put tracks on it

[@fartzinacan]

@@BarqueCat1 I'd suggest that he purchase a food truck instead of hiring in food trucks. Food trucks need a lot more than just a few guests to make it worthwhile for them. If he were to get a truck, that would stay on site. And because they'd only be serving guests and not the general public, he shouldn't have to go through all the health dept/regulatory hoops either.

[@user-fb3pu3qx3t]

You need a miniature railway connecting different parts of the resort!

[@wildeninja2836]

Just the long haired dude on a Christmas hay cart train, drinking beers and telling tales

[@KameraShy]

He has a fleet of non-operating golf carts.

[@JackReacheround]

This is an awesome idea, a neat little narrow gauge railway would not only be useful but would also bring in customers in the form of train enthusiasts.

[@EBMisKing]

That would be SICK

[@user-fb3pu3qx3t]

@@KameraShy Yeah, but there will be more people than carts eventually. And it’s a huge site!

[@SK1T20]

Admin building with bathrooms and showers in the back. Small laundry. You’ll be ready for campers and RVs!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 rent out some atvs. Offer delivery for groceries for a small amount - 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 you’ll be ready in no time

[@Winefred213]

THIS is a great idea!! However if the admin building is too far away from the camp sites it might deter people camping having to go that far away from campsite to use the bathroom. He might be better off still making the bathroom & shower small building in the campsite areas. I also think he should have a space for tent campsites also as well as the camper/RV sites.

[@raynman6466]

I mean why does he need anything, I've camped at plenty of places with little to no facilities. Are Americans not capable of looking after themselves while camping?!?!?

[@TacoSallust]

Matt is underestimating what he has accomplished - dealing with the sheep, building the range, fixing up the gate house, exploring the cave and making it safe for hikers, fixing the pond.

[@darkstrain]

Meanwhile whoever he bought this from is making out like a bandit.

[@DannyNeal-g8y]

Matt, you really, really, seriously need to find a decent bucket truck. They save so much time on roof work, construction, painting, replacing pole lights, tree trimming, etc. Not to mention the increased safety. You might even get an insurance break just for having one on site.

[@SupaSargeakaQ]

There are tons of bucket trucks for sale all over Texas on auction sites and many dealerships.

[@Logan360FE]

great idea

[@timothyCdarnell]

Keep it up Matt!! We love updates! No pressure on having groundbreaking videos or editing, we all just genuinely love being along for the ride!

[@TTRTIM]

You ought to think about installing a walk in cooler for hanging game somewhere on the property. I'm sure there are a lot of folks who'd be pretty interested in coming to demolition ranch to go on a hunt. It's also a quick way to get some cash coming in

[@TexasEngineer]

For utility poles: Check with power utilities. City Public Service (San Antonio), City of Austin, Pedernales Electric Cooperative Inc. (Johnson City), and CenterPoint Energy (Houston). They should sell them. CenterPoint is upgrading several distribution lines in my area to fiberglass poles.

[@FUNNYBOY12375]

The local power company in eastern nebraska just chops them up and throws them away when they move them

[@TexasEngineer]

@@FUNNYBOY12375 Creosoteed poles can cause enviornmental issues with disposal. Some of them have CAA. The A stands for arsnic. Buying used poles can come with future environmental issues when the product is unknown. Poles are tapered and leave cracks for bullets to pass through. They are also not straight. I found a mountain of used poles on the web in San Antonio, but I am hoping Matt finds a better alternative to poles. Like sandbags. He has to figure things out for himself.

[@briantruck2284]

Poles last 50 years.

[@xXBL4KAl3YSSXx]

@@TexasEngineer”Hey guys, I need help with this thing because we’ve tried what we know and it hasn’t worked” “I know how to help him but he needs to figure it out himself” Wow, what a time to be alive

[@dominicsemerad8614]

We re-sheeted a building a couple years ago that had those brittle screws. It was a pain for sure. We broke off the plastic heads off most of them and unscrewed the screws with a big Phillips tip. However sometimes that didn’t work for us. So we used a grinder and cut some of them off, but we also just used vice grips and hand-unscrewed them. It took some time to say the least. We got it done in the end, so I believe you will too!

[@sage5559]

I’m late so I’m not replying for Matt to see but looks like they are just tamper proof screws which there is a bit for them to

[@bryanduchane2371]

Find a baseball field undergoing a lighting up grade. There is a company who does all the stadium lighting projects named Musco. I would call them and ask if they have any. My guess is they will gladly give them to you if they have any when you call. It's worthless to them....

[@1stCrippleb]

If this is your admin building don't forget the server/telecom room. You could probably get away with a small wall mounted IDF if you don't intend to have too much network equipment. Unless you have a small room that could work for the telecom room. Then you could set up some legit racks and pull all the data, access control or audio/video equipment for the building depending on how you decide to set use this building up.Maybe if this is central to other buildings you can have your main distribution equipment here and then run fiber to other buildings to feed switches. Also does the building have an MPOE?

[@Skate2heaven]

I actually enjoy hearing you say you’re excited to build back better. Caus you keep your word, plus you have the mental capacity to speak in sentences also!

[@johngross8300]

No reference implied/actual. Cheers.

[@tywebbgolfenthusiast8950]

@@johngross8300If I didn’t know better, I’d think he was referring to the angry Potato in Chief.

[@Yippity68]

The "build back better" triggers the weirdo who claims to be someone important. Brings a negative energy to my spirit.

[@andrewturner67]

😅😅😅😅😅😂😂😂❤

[@beethao3134]

Was looking for this comment referring to the... Build back better... 😂😅😅

[@starpuss]

*Security Screws are GOOD* Stops Someone from Unscrewing the wall and "walking in" But than they just cut a hole LOL! But a Metal Roofing Screw Socket (Flat on the back) Will hold in the plastic from falling into the socket and you can "normally" Still get them out.

[@Ranstone]

Is that what they're called? Security screws?

[@cotyc6691]

That's what I was going to say they look like security. I have a whole security screw bit set.

[@stanshearer7343]

You might want to put some bracing on the outside of the building until you can get whatever you're going to put on it. The wind can throw your framing off plumb.

[@stanshearer7343]

I have to really do an update. With the metal framing and roof trusses, there is no real need for the bracing. I didn't remember the frame when I made my comment. It would be true to need bracing if it was an entire wood frame. With the metal I beams and the wood attached to them, the bracing is unnecessary, in my opinion. Mia Culpa!

[@davidrenick582]

Mat you should use some of that rubble crushed rock to make the far end of your pond more beach-like. Just a thought.

[@tubeonline629]

Who wants rock on a beach? Should be sand.

[@Drmobius]

I love seeing the progress, Matt! Have you considered a food truck? I hope I can come see the resort soon!

[@meetim2931]

This is the only Build Back Better I'm going to support.

[@KingAquariumJunkie]

Need a indoor gun range and a pop up target range Gonna need some indoor demo stuff the weather isn't always sunny and 70 in texas

[@C0achC0rey]

indoor bb gun range for the little kids

[@cleetismcdougall5425]

Indoor ranges are crazy expensive. That’s why you see less and less of them. Outdoor ranges with movie set style shoot houses are more affordable and draw more visitors. Coats and gloves work well outdoors.

[@BIGGER_RED]

I’ve never heard of a country folk going to an indoor gun range 😂

[@tubeonline629]

Indoor ranges are no fun, very loud, and very limited, and you've got lead dust in the air. I'd pass on a indoor range.

[@briantruck2284]

It rains 10 times a year

[@Hammerstrike81]

Perfect time to look into those fancy 'sunlight tunnels' to get natural light into the middle of the building. Thanks, Matt~! Great to see more progress being made~!

[@roberthood9525]

Most telephone polls are installed by the power company. The power company also replaces the poles when they are a certain age

[@KameraShy]

Good point. Here, the "telephone company" is going out of the wired telephone business. All cellular and wireless now. The electric company here inspects the poles and does replace them. They nail little metal inspection tags to the poles.

[@roberthood9525]

@@KameraShy They do the same metal tags here as well. I did subcontracting for the phone company when I was younger.

[@vannygun]

Most "telephone" companies use the power company poles. Contact your local power company.

[@fataldragon69]

Use a Flat-Head Screwdriver bit on your drill, that will help you to undo all those screws on your admin building.....That's all I used to remove the same thing off of my old garage a few years ago !!

[@supahfly2106]

It won't work, the actual bit he needs looks almost like a pinwheel. You must have gotten lucky on your project. Those bolts are designed to strip if you use a Phillips or a slotted bit, that's why they're normally used for security bars.

[@n8c]

​@@supahfly2106 Came here to post the same thing as dragon, so I have to ask: Why would that be? As long as there is a slot (is that how Americans call that? Sounds dumb. Sorry :D) that actually properly fits I don't get why it shouldn't work. I sure have used that exact method to deal with rounded KREUZSCHLITZ (philipps head :P :D) more than once. This even works on the stupid torx security stuff because you simply can't beat physics - once something sticks, something else turns! edit: 2:18 Shows the weird edge pretty good, I think I get it now. I still think physics beats this. "Just the tip" needs to fit. You could also start them off with a plier. All easier than what they're doing :D

[@cordtucker9418]

Bolt extractors would probably work. They are designed for rounded hex heads.

[@supahfly2106]

@@n8c because those bolts are specifically designed for security bars. When used properly they cannot be removed by anything other than the security bit or a torch.

[@toxiczebra5920]

We are with you Matt!! This business, combined with KZbinr friends and fans + normal publicity work will make this Property prosperous for generations!

[@joelblair8339]

Matt's build back better is going to work, unlike the other one we heard so much about.

[@MrLilgump]

Knew that wouldn't work from the get go

[@wvu_medic9832]

On our farm anytime we needed big or multiple posts we just went to the forest on the property and hand picked tall straight trees....might be worth a look around the property.

[@bryanperry592]

Instead of the drill or hand grinder you need an air hammer with a chisel attachment. It would make SHORT work of those screws

[@Yippity68]

Happy Valentine's Day! What a great gift watching Men being Boy's and Boy's being Men! Hard Hard workers. Sending Respect and positive energy to you from me!

[@nathanmiller9381]

matts the best, this resort is gonna be world class

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video Matt! Thanks for making it

[@starofgracebbq]

6:26 I saw Mikey again!!! Can we have an episode with a Mikey Q&A? Who is Mikey??🤔🤔 How did you meet? What all does he do for the demo team?

[@papermushrooms.]

awww, those lighting fixtures with the squares looked cool.

[@CrispyOkra]

I miss Off the Ranch 😢

[@karenmccollister6032]

His kids are getting olderand they don't want them on KZbin. I don't blame them. He's got some very beautiful young ladies for his daughters. And they may not want to be on KZbin.

[@CrispyOkra]

@@karenmccollister6032 What's that got to do with it? I didn't say I miss his kids; although I kinda do, but I understand and would do the same.

[@iamscottmitchell]

These resort videos just aren’t hitting like the abandoned mansion series.

[@strokiinyourmom]

@@CrispyOkrait has to do with why he isn’t posting there. He made the channel for his home life, his home isn’t like it was so he doesn’t have that much to show, but since he wants to keep his family life out of it then it would be hard to make videos at home when his family is there.

[@RobertLeeTeacher]

And "Off The Family" would be a really bad channel name.

[@cindyblair1283]

Love , Love , Your whole family❤ The kiddos are getting so big! I can’t say enough about you all! I totally just enjoy all your videos. Beautiful home , beautiful wife and beautiful kids and wonderful hubby oh can’t forget demo the dog. Anyways thanks for sharing your family and life with us all. God Bless.

[@double_clone4609]

marina matt, if they take their docks out and replace with new they usually take the lumber out and once u dry it its still good, plus they are usually long so u can probz make 2from 1 type of stuff

[@strokiinyourmom]

Or just a dock Pilings and material co, they make them for orders so I imagine they can supply them easily.

[@double_clone4609]

true but cost wise the used be cheaper @@strokiinyourmom

[@strokiinyourmom]

@@double_clone4609 right but if the company wants a good shout out then they would give Matt a deal he can’t refuse. His amount of exposure is surely going to get at least a few people to buy also so it’s a win win.

[@double_clone4609]

definetly a true but it shouldnt be that all, i mean i understand he profits too form his youtube but ido hate teh invid sponsors a bti @@strokiinyourmom

[@alexanderscott7177]

for removing the fastener under the plastic you can use a bolt extractor like the bolt biter sets from gear wrench

[@adubbelde1]

An air chisle would pop those fasteners off. That's what I used to pup the 3/8" rivets on my truck frame.

[@stankaliski]

What a difference the rain has made in the vegetation. Everything is so green now. I was in Fredericksburg the week before Christmas and things were just turning green again.

[@awquinlaful]

Wow everything looks so lush!

[@TruckBoat]

Matt use tire bales to stop bullets.. TDSA uses them in Ferris TX

[@jmabs5096]

2:51 this reminds me of thoes terrible chrome plated lug nuts that would swell and no longer be a right size and the chrome would strip off and wouldn't not bite the steel underneath it.... From that day foward I stopped using impacts on lug nuts and only break them loose with a breaker bar 😂

[@markcrites7060]

I don't know if you've tried this already, but a wide straight slot screw bit might work in those heads if it doesn't strip out. If you have impact drivers they would probably work quicker than drills for this task. Another possibility is to just use a regular drill bit and drill the heads off of the screws. This may or may not be faster than other methods.

[@lindab424]

Good to see you and the boys having some fun while demolishing just abut everything.

[@thomasedgar4490]

I would def seal all the framing with odor block and or mold block helps with smell in hot weather and growth

[@jgplayz]

2:48 I believe it’s a pozidriv (PZ) bit, they are like a Phillips but have a uniquely pointed tip

[@glennsmith6108]

The fasteners on the building are tamoerproof screws, not easy to get out but there are some special bits that may work on them. Saw some at harbor freight.

[@brianflood-of3kr]

The screws in the side panels are known as tamper proof and yes they make bits for removal. Used to keep people from coming in through the sides of the building

[@georgehubbard6876]

With the walls stripped of the exterior panels, make sure your walls won't move. The wind could drop the structure if it's not temporarily braced during the remod.

[@devonproffitt10]

The thing I LOVE about Matt is that he's the boss but he gets in there and gets in the thick of it with everyone else. Not afraid to get his hands (or asbestos lined lungs XD) dirty. That's the #1 sign of a great boss. Love the series!

[@AndrexT]

Matt, those bolts on the siding are Security Screws, they only screw IN and are made to be NOT easy to come out. There is a tool though.

[@TravisAndersen-TWA]

Get an air hammer with a chisel bit... It'll pop the heads off of all those screws really quick. I had a walk-in cooler that I had to move that had thousands of rivets in it I used that air Hammer with a chisel and got through it super quick.

[@GingerKid_Outdoors]

Get ahold of your local power companies and see if they are replacing any poles around you. See if you can pick up their old ones. We've gotten alot of electric poles around here like this because leaving them on your property is easier for them that picking them all back up and then getting rid of them. Only down side is they might cut them in half while they are taking them out to replace.

[@Caffeinated-Veterinarian]

Always, great to see another update even on small stuff! Love being here for each adventure!

[@1SickPuppy99]

It’s getting there for sure, great job!!

[@mattmccauley4059]

Straight cut with angle grinder (cutting wheel) & flat head bit to remove screws 👍🏻

[@christopherknorr2454]

Pressure wash the roof and put a silicone roof coating.

[@ActionJackson2360]

They make bolt and nut spiral extractor bits. Gearwrench calls there's bolt biters. Home Depot shows to sell them. A 5/16 in. might fit those siding screws.

[@sbuysgm]

try an SDS drill on hammer only with a cold chisel bit on the sheet metal fasteners

[@MrCswihart81]

Check with local power company's. Usually have the old poles for sale or if you have any line maintainer friends down there, may be able to get them as well. Keep up the great work, can't wait to come visit when it's ready!

[@debbralehrman5957]

Thanks Matt👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Happy Valentine's Day 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@evanyoung1090]

You need a bolt extractor bit. Works great for rounded bolts/screws, and will take those weird screws right out without grinding them

[@vincentrobinson4804]

Love seeing the progress

[@QBITASSASSIN]

They do make Bits for those bolts. But I have only seen them as attachments for screwdrivers. But you might be able to find them for a drill.

[@johnj69ful]

You need a rbr socket to remove those bolts. It is a wedge socket designed to remove rounded fastners

[@billyray-cyrus8273]

Matt, after you speaking about the river completely drying out I started thinking about you developing your own damns and ways to retain water. For drought times and plant and soil nurients. Just a thought I think that would help bring more beauty and attraction for people and local native wild life.

[@specialestness]

Idk what Texas is like, but if I did that by me, I could get myself into some serious trouble for changing the flow of water.

[@terrybeemer3041]

When will you have the campground ready? Before you tear off the roof on the admin bldg. Check if it would be cheaper to have it spray coated.

[@Schneiderrrrrrrr]

this is what I've been waiting for! let the renovating begin!

[@kimshafer686]

call western electric in caddo county OK. they are replacing/upgrading miles of poles

[@robertwrede7843]

I would have left the outer metal walls in place if they are sturdy. Then place a nice weathered shiplap siding all around. This would give a rustic look to the admin building and retain original structural integrity.

[@BamaChad-W4CHD]

I encountered those screws years ago. They are a proprietary screw that came with a unique bit to screw them in. We brought that issue up about how would you remove them with the salesman. He assured us the plastic was uv and heat resistant. It will hold up for a hundred years is specifically what he said. We encountered them in around 1995. We used them on one small wall so ge would shut up. That building was torn down a couple of years ago so i have no clue if they took the walk sheets off. I doubt they did it peacefully lol

[@nickman0303]

Loving the progress. My son and I would love to get down and help in the next year or so with some kind of memorable project. Keep up the great work and awesome videos Matt.

[@lesleywatkins1172]

I think you should look at camping and glamping options, yurts etc! You won’t need to worry about food! You would just need to get your shower/loo block done!

[@mikenelson6630]

It may be harder than you think to get some used telephone poles. Perhaps it's different down in Texas, but up in NW Wisconsin, my father encountered a crew that was replacing an old pole, and asked if he could get the old pole. They told him that he could get it, but ONLY if they CUT it in half first. That kind of defeated the purpose for which he wanted to use it for. It was clearly worn but was still good enough to be used again for our project. We got the pole in 2 pieces.

[@g1expert102]

All that pink aerolite in the Building still looks good. And i don't know if you could reuse plywood walls... Like get a wood chipper, turn them into sawdust and use that sawdust as a type of mulch

[@MCP647]

Amazing progress in this video! Going to be spectacular to have at least one fully functioning building in the near future! Oh and Angel.... when hanging on something you expect to pull down, probably a bad call to lift your legs up in front of you. RIP to your spine. Glad you weren't hurt bad.

[@derek4710]

Demo is the BEST part of any reno. Change my mind

[@nicholasross3921]

So excited for the renovation content

[@Mnoel79]

they have bits for removing rounded hex head bolts that would work for removing those sheet metal screws

[@ruffneck5743]

Check with the oilfield company's when they replace there old poles for the well's they just normally stack them somewhere

[@JABBO56]

Matt, please look at Lune Valley Pods. Another inexpensive housing solution. Resembles a quanset hut.

[@southwestlivingwithval]

You guys have just way too much fun! 😁It is nice to see the demo getting started on the admin building. On to part 2!

[@feelthepayne88]

As for the telephone poles, you can try calling your local power company or garbage company, or whoever is providing your local power company wirh poles and ask if you can purchase scrap poles. Treated poles are considered hazmat, unless they're untreated cedar poles. So they might just refuse. But worth a shot. Orher options would be just felling some trees on the property and using those. Rhey would last a few years before needing to be replaced. Or maybe use railroad ties though they may not be tall enough or treated timbers from a lumber supplier.

[@degehring317]

Find a logger in the area that will bring you a load of nice, straight pine logs. You can preserve the in-ground portion of the logs by charring them a little bit with a propane weed burner.

[@rossdunkley9791]

Install half a dozen 2 or 3 bedroom cabins in the future RV area hook into the same septic system that is going to supply the toilet block

[@edwardanderson6600]

Try sign company's for poles not the ones that put up steal frames but the smaller ones that put up wooden billboards.

[@chrisjarreau6017]

Matt You should try the gator, grip universal socket . I wish I could send you a picture of it but I have one. I love it it fits everything I’ve put it on and worked.

[@Bake_jaker]

Do hour videos again on this place!! Love the content. Great way to unwind after a long days work

[@CahuillaNativ3]

Your living the dream keep grinding away at the bolts you face in your path . Bolt by bolt step by step progression is an advancement from our initial beginning. You got this 👏

[@jtmersing]

Texas OHSA watching this video and making so many notes.

[@bigvik24]

For the future, a set of twist sockets for rounded boltheads can be very helpful in unscrewing such bolts with a plastic head.

[@tomahawktom7595]

Triple H Feed in Hillsboro, TX has telephone poles. They have a ton of them in the yard next to the feed store.

[@jeffpowers2916]

Those are a tamper proof screw. They make bits to remove them. I've never seen them used to attach metal siding.

[@BenBartlow]

Thanks Matt love you dude

[@christophergomez8830]

Its like watching renovation shows but so much better and cooler. I could watch daily episodes.

[@CheekyMenace]

You also made roads, one of which was a significant undertaking.

[@RoyceTX]

matt im gonna need daily updates on this resort, i love this series

[@ClaireSylvia]

I came to watch you demo the admin building and realized there’s already 2 parts! You just made my day