So Close To Solar Power We Can TASTE IT!

[@pth6060]

This couple is blessed to have each other.

[@GulfSouthGene]

You both, are a hoot, have watched several hours worth, reminds me of younger days, when wife & I got our 1st house. Great videos of life and DIY!

[@jackwalker3582]

Constructive Critique , The voices are low volume. The music blasts me away. I love the story and know you will succeed. When filming outside, the wind drowns out all narration. What ever microphone you use need a foam cover (a sock of something to cut down the wind noise. Tell him to speak louder, Your voice comes in a lot clearer. I hope you don't think I a tearing you down, I enjoy your videos very much. Everybody dreams about doing what you guys did, but most of us lack the courage to try it.

[@potc420]

You two will definitely end up getting monetized. Your channel rocks!

[@stellamorrissette3408]

Hi, I could be their mother at 76 and enjoy looking at these 2 persons working so hard, may God Bless them both. They may not have any experience but they sure learn fast. Hi from Montreal Canada. Love you both

[@JennNahrstadt]

i'm so impressed with Spencer's ability to learn and execute on what is a complex system!

[@offgridsweden]

Awesome you guys. I got my last panels installed yesterday. Today we pulled in over 60 kWh. Will do an update on that. Have an great weekend, Andreas on Off Grid Sweden

[@mamareed810]

Just a suggestion.....Where the pipe comes in the floor from the solar panels....you need to plug that hole with steel wool or spray foam so no mice, snakes, or bugs can crawl in to that space. I love binge watching you 2 build. You 2 play well off of each other! I really like your set up for power.

[@terrydubay9113]

Love ya guys! love your videos!!! Spencer PLEASE PLEASE take off your ring when working around it PLEASE. I'm a retired navy electrician and have seen the horrors of welded wedding rings and people being electrocuted its not easy being a widow!! Mackenzie make him take it off!

[@janicewoods3072]

I found your channel a few days ago and subscribed. I've started watching today and have gotten this far, you guys are doing great. What a great journey, thank you for allowing us to follow along.

[@ExperienceShare]

I have also shared my solar experience in my videos

[@walthodgson5780]

Loving this series! Having lived in Texas I know how windy it can be. Seems like with all that wind you would consider turbines. Lots of DIY-able designs out there on the interwebs. Also I can't believe your barn roof is almost aligned south and you didn't use that to start. It also would ave provided a heat break for the roof as well as protection from driving rains.

[@cts2209]

I don’t know exactly where y’all are in Texas but I’ve spent a lot of time in northern Texas as well, and, yes, the wind can be crazy!! Just found your channel the other day and I’m watching one episode after the other! Loving it!

[@priscilladeascott7033]

The two of you are amazing

[@LianeSpicer]

Just discovered you days ago and I've gone all the way back to the start and am binge watching. Love the process and your calm and humor, not to mention your lovely property. Mackenzie just has the cutest giggle and Spencer is so very calm and laid back, yet so impressive at working all of this stuff out! Mackenzie, I agree that hair products absolutely qualify as vital necessities! All the best from a new fan in Trinidad.

[@scottsutton7989]

I watched pure living for life’s videos all the way thru. You guy are doing great! Often things go slow or seem to but I’m sure you got it handled just fine beautiful piece of property! Your so cute together cheers

[@sweetscatlady]

I know how you feel about the cold. I grew up in the Arizona deserts. I now live in Washington State, which is a much colder climate. I do the summers okay, but the winters I could do without.

[@frankgriffin9453]

I love your blog and just found it, but if you could number the episodes somehow, it would be really easy to watch them. Lots of good luck to you two.

[@patriciabarnes6664]

Frank Griffin... I totally agree with YOU, re, numbering the episodes. It is very frustrating, finding which episode follow which! Come on guys, you are doing so great with your off the grid build. I love how calm Spencer is, nothing appears to faze him. NUMBER THE VARIOUS EPISODES THOUGH, PLEASE.

[@dicknijenhuis9894]

Go to their channel, click on Videos. To the right there is a Sort button. Set it to oldest.

[@Ethan-wx7is]

I know how you feel slept in a tent during a Boston winter. Lol only tea candles for warmth while looking for a job up there.

[@GaryB33]

Love the progress , you guys are doing a great job. Just a suggestion , I would put something on the roof to make sure it does leak when it rains. I would hate to see all that hard work on the battery setup get wet. They have that roof far in a few different colors. That would also help dissipate the heat from the sun. They also have that product called Flex Seal in gallon cans now. I heard that works good. Good Luck guys

[@geethedirisinghe3692]

Wow... I love these videos. Hats off to you both.

[@gregoryharris8381]

Proud of you young folks, what will you grow on your farm?

[@Megaw767]

“Buwhats up everybody” love the Peter McKinnon intro 😉

[@dixietenbroeck8717]

*Video #13 in "VIDEOS" LIST.* *Thanks for* _YET ANOTHER_ *charming, upbeat, & lovingly filmed DIY video!* (Watching my way thru. 🖖)

[@smartone1971]

Hey guys, keep up the good work. stop putting romex in conduit major code no, no! Strip the outside sheeting off and put just the color wires in conduit. That way if they get hot they can cool and not start a fire!

[@dougbastron3459]

Yes, I made this mistake once and got dinged by an inspector. Romex in conduit is not only dangerous, but a code violation. Something to put on the list to correct at a later time.

[@stellamorrissette3408]

I admire you both keep the good sperits.

[@graemeh4541]

Don't worry...your house will be done in approximately years, and it will be amazing!

[@phillipmccormick1508]

all right now, all most there great job at what you are doing ya

[@bobholland9924]

Everything will take longer than expected always.

[@BigDirtyLogistics]

It’s pretty cold it’s like 40, lol. I’m from upstate NY 40 for us is a heatwave.

[@kirankande6448]

Love this couple

[@fjnagle2nd]

really enjoying the series! So I'm not watching these vids in any particular order, I think I watched the latest one first. But I noticed all the cattle roaming around. Have you considered using the cow poo to compost/generate methane? Of course you would have to come up with a collection/compression system, but methane could be very useful for off grid living. Sorry, sometimes I just can't help myself.

[@robertwatt6891]

Spence, Heat shrink sleeving is a thermoset plastic, it will never last. You need a thermoplastic plastic. You are better off using black electrical tape as bad as it is.

[@ExperienceShare]

Great...

[@How-dc8rx]

No coffee! I'm on the grid here and I make coffee when the power's out. ... we've been known to put the beans in a zip loc bag and "Grid" them using a hammer. Then just use the french press. We do have gas...

[@EVBud69]

Did you know the charge controller could be mounted on the DC breaker box of the SW system? That will save a lot of headache and copper for y'all. It's not too late!

[@billmorris2613]

Good evening from St John Parish, Louisiana.

[@FarmerG]

Really cool guys. Watched a couple other videos. Some really cool stuff going on here. Read your bio. This channel is going to rock. Keep it up guys.

[@life.uncontained]

Thank you! That means a lot to us!

[@hazrdrosenyc9385]

It would be great if you ever have the time to do a PDF for dummies on building and installing solar panels. Because, we have no clue what you just did and we watched 🤣🤣🤣 looking good. 👍👍

[@bhaskarparam9711]

Wow wow

[@greatnews4041]

I am enjoying your videos so much! I listen to them in the evening as I wind down and everyone else is in bed. Would you please adjust the music volume, lower it until it matches the volume of your voices. That way there’s no need to constantly adjust the volume up down up down through your videos. It’s too late for this one, but could you please do this as you record moving forward? It reminds me of how commercials on TV blast much louder than the TV program. If you really like it as is, I’m going to move on to other channels because my family is getting woke up. Thank you 😊

[@minutemark]

Enjoying the ride. Recommend that you normalize the audio so that we don't have to keep sliding the volume between the music and the dialog.

[@pocketchange1951]

Spencer excellent solar install

[@cutter004]

Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume. Good channel by the way. Apart from the Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume.

[@danielbrisboy7949]

That's Great.... True... LMAO

[@walthodgson5780]

I'd be happy if there was a balance between the level when they're talking and the REALLY loud electronic music.

[@hilbertbarelds8645]

When in use, please check the crimped connectors. When they heat up you have a bad crimp and a potential fire hazard. The crimps look fine btw. And going strong for the 200 subs :-)

[@life.uncontained]

Thank you! I had that same thought but trust me I tugged on every single one and they aren’t going anywhere.

[@timmaw9559]

Wow it went down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit!! Up here in the great white north, that's tee shirt weather;) Keep up the good work.

[@candicane3985]

And I see u guys made it.

[@thewideawakeclub4843]

14/115 you'll be finished by the time I catch up. I love these videos. Hats off to you both.

[@AuthenticLifeNow]

Kenz, your video and editing skills have certainly improved greatly since these early days!!!!! You guys rock! I wanna be your friend!! Hahaaa!!

[@williamkraft5574]

I love your channel and think you're doing a great job. Only suggestion is when you're not talking and it goes to music, It blasts your ears out. If you could equalize the two that would be even better to watch your videos instead of having a finger on the up volume and another finger on the down volume. Still, love your channel and what your getting accomplished.

[@americasdream1265]

wow why are you complaining about adjusting your volume? when they have to do their job while constantly moving the camera so you can watch the video

[@pip5461]

Thank you, my favourite couple, for giving the tutorial of installing Solar panels, I might have a go myself. Did you have to keep the generator running all the time to get your internet connection before the PV was up and running.

[@ВикторКучма-й1н]

Everything that they have I guess, since they have 4 kw system )

[@roberthealey7238]

Is there a lighting arrester at the combiner box to keep the charge controller/inverter from being Fried? AltE sells them if you haven't gotten one yet. Texas gets some pretty nasty lightning storms! I've had my Schneider setup for a little over a year, works great with no problems. You might want to get the comm box for the inverter and mppt controller, provides some nice stats on the system as a whole.

[@edwinberrios9538]

Hi! Edwin from the Island of Puerto Rico, you’re doing good. I have the Conext 4024 and all the other items, I had a couple of problems in the beginning. From August 2017 to /2018 very good Solar equipment. Good luck I recommend. Best Regards Edwin Berrios

[@expatconn7242]

Should I tell her ... No ... yup true love 💕

[@potc420]

Nice! A 24kwh battery is definitely a decent size and should provide PLENTY of power. A 24kwh lead acid bank would be quite large in size compared to those beauties!

[@tammysarrazin7078]

k.i.d was right you guys are great , just need to turn down the music and turn up your voices hugsss from Ontario Canada

[@americasdream1265]

wow why are you complaining about adjusting your volume? when they have to do their job while constantly moving the camera so you can watch the video

[@skroggy66]

Peter has some dope videos. Hello from Flagler Beach FL

[@GrzegorzBajurski]

No coffee? Are kidding me? No espresso? No latte? Hey Spencer! Move faster. Guys...keep warm!

[@dogit1840]

And three lights in three different places

[@trinitypowerwash23]

You guys are awesome! How did you learn to hook up all the electrical for those solar panels?

[@jayedavies3686]

You should have insulated behind the panels

[@cesarpinedo5230]

Hi Spencer and Mackenzie, I love your channel. I am going off grid in about 2 to 3 years (still need to save a few more dollars). I have to be honest, I am nowhere near as confident as Spence is to install your own panels and batteries. If I hire an electrician, what kind of electrician would I look for? I want to buy all my hardware but I don't even want to challenge myself to instill it because I don't know the difference between series or parallels or inverters or how to read a control panel of energy used or using. I would be in your debt for any advice. Thank you and again, love your channel. I can't wait to see you end project. P.s. Where did you buy your containers and if I may ask, how much were they each?

[@bowhunter8235]

Snuggie are for city folk... Lol

[@valfunk4669]

U guys r a goofy couple!!! Lol u guys r great!!!

[@susannazem8619]

Funny you should mention your Snuggie, I hve mine on as I type. What are the odds?

[@justdeann731]

Wow! I have to keep turning the volume up and down!

[@americasdream1265]

wow why are you complaining about adjusting your volume? when they have to do their job while constantly moving the camera so you can watch the video

[@mahendermalimali]

Very nice🙏🙏🙏

[@8675steve]

Music is way too loud. Listening with headphones and have to keep adjusting the volume. Great videos otherwise.

[@2007KB]

Steve Ewart Omg yes Agree. I’ve never complained about your videos ever. Hopefully you can address this?

[@tracyoldham5977]

Yes, I love your videos but it is shockingly loud when you cut to the music.

[@max.r-reseller4life421]

Love you guys!! Great videos, enjoying them much, one day if god allow me wish to do the same, hopefully he change my wife’s mind. By the way, im in Winter Park Fl, catching up watching all your videos. Blessing and much love

[@seanjsolar2493]

Very sweet couple love your videos wish you all the best will keep watching your progress.

[@life.uncontained]

Thank you so much!

[@JJKHaywood]

I have also been very close to Solar but never licked it, no idea how it taste.

[@MargaretCaldera]

How much did the tesla batteries cost? And where did you buy them from?

[@petematos8492]

How many batteries did you use? I am trying to go off grid and I use 1000kwh monthly. So I'm trying to figure out how many batteries I will need as a backup,and since I live in no mans land in Pennsylvania I have gone with a hybrid system (Wind and solar) so that in the winter time I also have power going into my system. So,how many batteries do you have in your battery bank?

[@mamareed810]

Here's another inspiration you can write for yourselves: "When Life hands you lemons Make Lemon Chiffon Pie, Lemonade, & Lemon Margaritas."

[@earcosta93]

How could they say they are out of power, if there was a powerline right in front off the barn. I didn't get the idea

[@mrrnb76]

I love these guys i learn and laugh...i think she should get her own comedy show lol ..where is the link to your t-shirts? I would love to buy a few..keep up the good work ❤💪

[@richardsummers9009]

😊🤩 making sure I like them ( forgot 😢😊) 😍

[@clarencewiles963]

Thumbs up 👍

[@waynewilburn3569]

You guys are great. I love watching your video.keep it going.

[@henrybudziarski4404]

Hi guys I was just wondering is seven batteries officiant for use to use to run your appliances

[@diegopelayo5482]

Hello there, By any chance do you have the wiring diagram from your system? We are working with a identical components system and having an issue with the charger controller a Voltage drop to be more exact so if you can help.. I will appreciate it. Thank you in advance.

[@melb.6617]

You guys are hilarious!

[@drgirl86]

Where were you sleeping before the barn?

[@americasdream1265]

So many people complaining about the loud music, I have a idea how to fix your problem. Put you finger on your mouse and click on the volume control and slide it down when you think it is to loud and slide it up when it is not loud enough. I don't understand why you want to complain about how loud it is when they have to constantly move the camera while working on their project tht you obviously want to see.

[@dogit1840]

Always three outlets

[@LCJfarms]

ya"ll must be from south Florida it gets cold here in north Florida lol

[@samsadansari7593]

Nice kapal

[@sibue015]

No coffee? Holy Zombie Apocalypse!

[@l.skipallen9080]

I know a little about electricity -- not much compared to you!!! Where did you get the knowledge/education to do the entire solar power from start to finish??? Books [titles], YT videos[titles], what/where??? Thanks, and I plan to support you once I get employed. August 3, 2018

[@mydiscovery7924]

Nice work n I like to know about Tesla batteries I'm from India so..

[@padraigAZ]

The Elf music is a distraction. you have made much better choices on other videos

[@americasdream1265]

wow why are you complaining about adjusting your volume? when they have to do their job while constantly moving the camera so you can watch the video

[@countryside8122]

where's your rocket stove??? lol

[@أبورضاالعراقي-س9ص]

سلامات مبين عليكم التعب

[@ليلىجنابي]

Hi

[@marierawlins6756]

Hello from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 I have Been watching every video I can find on KZbin, regarding your house build how you two cope is fantastic, and expecting a baby as well, please excuse my stupidity but both your accents don’t sound very Australia ,are you from a different place. Loving all the work that’s going into you fab home. What’s happen to bear bear not seen him for a while. And baby girl i I’ve forgotten her name sorry

[@electromechanicalstuff2602]

What did u set the max charge voltage to. I beleive they are 63 v max voltage i probably wouldnt go over 60v to give yourself some safety buffer on overcharging them. What is your inverter cut off voltage? Im thinking shut off should be 50 volts. This way each cell should see no less the ln 3.3v and no more then 4v. Normal max V per cell is 4.2v and minimum is 3.0v. Bit if they are not perfectly balanced while most are 3.3v one or 2 cells could be 2.9 causing damage. Im building a lithium backup power now with fiat 500e bateries and if your not using a bms like batrium its worth only using 70% of your batteries capacity to keep em safe. Eventually ill add panels and wind turbines. But now just a 20hr battery back up is enouph to keep me happy.

[@thenorthernwoodhouse5015]

hi you too bet you cannot wait to get power on lol

[@life.uncontained]

You have no idea! Lol

[@WojtekBordin]

Please make the music not so loud!

[@arjunsinhchudasama4675]

2:16 😱👻👻👻

[@bryasodoma]

The volume of the voices vs the music is way off. Please fix this if you haven't already. I have to turn up the TV to hear you speak then the music comes blaring through