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[@timmyg2548]

I consider it a privilege to watch your journey as you create a home for your beautiful family! I patiently wait for the uploads because I know how busy you both are. Thank you for inviting us to come along with you.

[@philipgretzkowski895]

Well said.

[@bryan17293]

I have never seen you two take each other for granted. You give each other encouragement and respect. Also great parents, Salt and pepper shakers must always be refilled, your both spicy and learn from each other. Good for the environment also. At least 1.3 million people think so :)

[@Off-Grid]

Who's salt and who's pepper?

[@ekoagung6894]

Great kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXrIhatqgq1jZ6M

[@drgunsmith4099]

Spencer your one great husband, you all have beautiful hearts and souls 🙏❤️🙏

[@davidstuart4489]

If they ever decide to award an Emmy for "Best DIY Homebuilder and Homemaker Reality Series Without Hollywood Messing it Up", y'all should be the first recipients. Just a fabulous series, extremely well produced. Well done!

[@skid902]

Absolutely….well said

[@Wordsnwood]

Too late now, but next time try and suck a string through the conduit with a shop vac -- tie a plastic grocery bag to the end of the string first to "fill" the conduit and put the shop vac at the other end of the pipe.

[@shellymullins3286]

Every episode makes me more of a fan! Why do I love this show so much??? I think I’m astounded by Spencer’s tenacity, Kenzie’s love of the simple things in life (and knowing their blessings which she highlights in her b-roll), and the trial and error of working with limited knowledge toward a tremendous accomplishment. As always, I’m already looking for the next episode-hopefully Kenz already wrapped up a few while Spencer was gone and we won’t have to wait quite as long for the next one (shame on me for complaining about time between episodes when this family eats out of a barn and showers outside for 3years!!! 🤭)

[@sblsbl7600]

All these ladies have tuned in to watch a young romance and have learned how to build a home.

[@lucyarumsey7262]

I know I am the same way!

[@wandahoward-holmes4825]

Yes, Shelly, you’re right! They are really an amazing couple who loves and enjoys the simple, but most meaningful things in life. It’s so good to see people who still value one another over anything else. 🤗

[@PatrickPoet]

Also Kenzie's brilliant mind and artistry! I wonder when they'll be able to use the indoor shower. I thought it was hooked up and finished?

[@crispus5107]

Old lady, its not a show 💀

[@JohnSmith-hr3gv]

When trying to get cable down a conduit that is already in place, use some string-line and a vacuum cleaner. Place the string-line at one end and use the vacuum cleaner to suck the string-line through until it gets to your end. You can then use the string-line to pull through cable, or you can attach something else that may be stronger and pull that through. I have used this technique many times with 100% success. Just a tip from a tradie down under.

[@terencehood]

I was going to say about the same thing, the examples I've seen they attached bits of plastic sack to the end to help with the suction of the string end.

[@JohnSmith-hr3gv]

You are probably correct. I know this is done with larger conduits. I usually work with 20mm and 25mm conduit and do not usually have a problem.

[@krisw8419]

was also going to say the same.. i have the green fishing rope in a plastic container and you tie a wad of tissue to the one end and vacuum to the other.. makes for a really fast conduit fish ..

[@anthonykiszka4976]

Also he needs some cable lube, since his conduits are small.

[@hemi5365]

@@terencehood I was going to say the same thing. I've done it many times, easiest way to pull line through existing conduit. Hate that he dug all that up!

[@ecu8r]

I look forward to these videos every week, it's like I'm watching this Novela and can't wait to see what happens next. I hope after the home is completely done we can continue to follow them as their kids grow and I'm sure other projects will pop up here in there. Thank you for making us part of your lives.

[@doreen6686]

Very nicely written, you have a big heart. May God Bless

[@LandElevated]

Agree!

[@bekbolotkeneshov790]

Х ззз эз-Зор щ

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@@doreen6686 з0

[@its.alijan.502]

Uutyy

[@mikeparker5571]

Don’t stress over mistakes, you guys are doing such a fabulous job…remember “lessons learned are like bridges burned, you only need to cross them once” (Dan Folgelberg). Keep up the good work guys 😎

[@kajem575]

Except for the fact he had to cross it twice.🤔 🙂✌❤ 🙈🙉🙊

[@jennifermckinley2371]

@@kajem575 and?!?

[@virginiaryno2631]

@@jennifermckinley2371 sometimes it takes more than once to learn anything, comprende amiga!

[@slgoad]

By mistakes that is how we learn. Otherwise, we keep going around and around the mountain never reaching the top.

[@nancymcdowell9607]

Never a dull moment. Keep up the good work!

[@kathleensauerbrei5199]

The visuals of these videos is absolutely incredible. Your editing is second to none . So lovely to see your beautiful world through your eyes. And, Beau’s Curls……gorgeous. Thank you so much for this again, no we have to wait another week hopefully you’ll find enough time to edit and we can see you all again. Then, the kitchen counters and that is going to be the icing on the cake. I absolutely love your spice cabinet, it is just perfect. Hopefully you have an uneventful week ahead, and that all goes well for Spencer and his re-wiring of the solar panels. It is coming together beautifully. I’m so proud of all of you. Next week Yep I’m waiting!

[@ronaldmalcolm5609]

Yeah, and the music. I really enjoyed the cello bit at about the 9:00 mark.

[@Off-Grid]

The editing is good

[@bluenoser2008]

You are the nicest family on the internet. The quality of your videos and the editing is top notch. 🙂

[@rosehughes599]

Agreed. The little vignettes of sky and water and plants are beautiful

[@janenkirote7071]

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[@JolaChris]

Fishtape is meant to be used with a loop at the end, and you always tape over the wires you wrap onto the loop to cover any possible wire sticking up that might catch on something. That way it's always a smooth operation. You also use lubricant where you begin your feed to assist getting past any tight spots. LOTS of lubricant!!

[@WhoDatBoudreaux]

We use 8oz lube per 1000 ft in some cases. That's for tough spots only... But there's nothing worse than easily pulling miles and miles of underground fiber then you hit a spot where the conduit conditions bite you in the ass. Lube it up before digging it up. They sell lube in 5 gallon buckets and even 55gal drums for those who are more adventurous.

[@lindamonrad2989]

Always the best parts are Beau’s curly locks and her little play moments with her BFFs Bear and Io. I admit to holding back a few tears myself when Spencer drove off 🤗. I think you are such a wonderful example of a partnership with lots of the right ingredients for happiness and fulfilment. Thanks for sharing those little personal moments . Kia Kaha from Aotearoa xx

[@janenkirote7071]

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[@Native-ep3oi]

I agree, they can teach us a thing or two on how to love unconditionally like them.🥰🙏👍💯

[@lorenehughes]

Kia Ora fellow Kiwi! Xx

[@lindamonrad2989]

@@lorenehughes Tena Koe

[@MsMeri1969]

What would it be like to say I “learned” that without a mistake? We all learn from our mistakes, that is how we grow! Now you know how to fix the issue and you did the fix with ease! You both are an inspiration to us all!

[@nikolavanzettiteslasacco4991]

Yes!!!💪💪💪💪🙌🙌

[@Kitkat-mn5ud]

Well said

[@Off-Grid]

Made a few mistakes on our Off-Grid build

[@CM-xn6xc]

You folks are doing a fantastic job. We have rebuilt three houses in our 45 years together (husband and I) and we kept learning all the time. It seems that somewhere in the process you transform into a highly skilled craftsman. I think you both are already there! You and all of us will continue to be challenged because there are always new methods, new materials, new technologies...etc. So, keep on doing a great job... We all love your channel and your family.

[@Off-Grid]

We've done a few house flips as well and each one had it's own challenges and differences.

[@Lockz5789]

Those beautiful curls on that girly hair is gorgeous you guys have the perfect family

[@irisortiz9057]

Us too! We are on our own.

[@janenkirote7071]

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[@keynadarling]

What a beautiful family, I feel like I know you since I have watched you from the very beginning. Bless you both and your little ones.

[@avenillacastienkersteter8283]

I know how hard it to be alone with two small children, it’s hard. But…when they say “ absence makes the heart grow fonder,” when you really 💕 someone just an hour can feel like days. That’s how you know you really love them. And it another beautiful video you got out. Can’t wait for more to come out. Take care of yourself and stay away from those snakes.

[@meredithc2755]

That daddy/daughter hug melted my heart! ❤️ My dad has been gone 9 years, and I miss him SO terribly!! Beau’s curls are so beautiful! I REALLY wish you guys would finish an indoor shower - quick!

[@susanssi2012]

I don’t know if this works with all snakes, (here in Finland we have vipers that are venomous, and colubrids that aren’t) but I spray vinegar around in my garden. I do it again after the rain, it smells a bit at first, but it’s better to not have snakes around. It’s ecological and doesn’t hurt animals, and quite inexpensive on top of it, it doesn’t hurt to try! 🧐

[@darianroscoe1017]

That's how I kill weeds, too, with 35% vinegar. Also, I have two HUGE dogs from my neighbor's yard that sit up on top of something tall stored along their side of the fence and bark down at my little dogs. They put their long legs over like they're going to jump over and it scares me to death when I'm working or hanging clothes. Honestly, I'm terrified of those big dogs. One day I sprayed some weeds, and they took off, so now I spray my side of the wooden fence with 35% vinegar about twice a week. Haven't seen those dogs up there even once.

[@Doglyvr]

I agree you don't want snakes around with the kids.

[@ur1cat]

I am learning a lot of things I didn’t know about the uses of vinegar.

[@gardengatesopen]

I live in Texas, kinda far from a big city, which means we have snakes around. This also means we have people who handle our venomous snakes for us, I call them our Snake Wranglers! Anyway, they tell me that scented things don't keep snakes away since they don't smell things the same way we do. They smell with their tongues, I think. That's just what "the snake people" always say, personally I've never tried anything to keep them away. One important thing I did learn about this subject is that snakes are very territorial. So if you have non-venomous snakes camped out on your property, THAT is what keeps the venomous snakes away. (And they keep rodents at bay too. Which is wonderful!) But- If you remove a non-venomous snake, just bcuz it's a snake & it creeps you out, that creates an open territory, and THEN any kind of snake could move in. I certainly don't want a rattlesnake moving in!! So after I ID a nearby snake, and if it's a "good" snake, I just leave them be. If it's a rattlesnake, or any other venomous snake, I call a Snake Wrangler, they come and get it, and relocate it. And I have to hope a non-venomous snake comes to move in next! It's just something you have to get used to when you live in snake country.

[@Off-Grid]

Snakes are just part of the landscape around here.

[@MrMOCENT]

you have to put a loop on the end of the fish tape the blunt cut end hits every joint. plus use pulling lubricant to reduce friction in a pinch use dish soap to let wires pull into conduits easier

[@jenniferlokash9023]

You two are creating such a beautiful, wholesome life--thank you for sharing it.

[@jacobmason8386]

Good Morning Jennifer 🦋 How are you today? 🌹

[@sharonharari1740]

The house is almost done.. Can’t wait for Season 2 “Homestead”

[@LessThanThree76]

I hear you’ve never lived in a house before. 😂 Are those ever truly finished? Nope. 😂

[@cedricabels2117]

I want a housewarming invite!

[@Off-Grid]

Chickens....the gateway animal

[@LessThanThree76]

@@Off-Grid I see we got a man of culture here.... agriculture! 😂

[@Off-Grid]

@@LessThanThree76 we're trying!

[@esmathews]

You two are absolutely wonderful people. Your love for one another and your beautiful children is awe-inspiring. God Bless you. Amazingly from watching your story from the beginning I feel as though I can call you my friends. That speaks volumes about your ability to tell your story thru your high quality videos on KZbin. Keep up the great work and sharing your life.

[@babs3381]

Agree 100% GOD BLESSED this Family 🙏

[@leahme931]

Beau has such a lovely place to call home. She will always be so grateful to her parents for giving her such an idealic childhood.

[@lbudt29]

With a vacuum suction you can pull a nylon string through the pipe, then pull all your wires through the pipe with the fish string. Make sure to tie a peice of soft foam to the end of the string to pull through the conduit. Good luck and good job.

[@dakine53]

Attach a ear plug noise protector to a light string or fishing line. Suck it through with a shop vac. Pull through a heavier rope with the string then pull your wire.

[@shelleytrenholm5093]

You are such a beautiful family. The love is so authentic, it touches my heart in ways I can never properly express. As your videos fill a void in my heart it also makes me realise all that I miss. I'm now on my own, alone with not much time left due to illness. Seeing your forginess with one another, the commitment and endurance gives me hope that love does exist. I wish you much health & happiness from NB, Canada🇨🇦

[@richardmain8059]

God Bless Warmest Healing Thoughts sent your way. 🙏🏻🇨🇦 Also

[@ORSkie]

So very sorry to hear that you are - by the sounds of it - terminally ill... And alone on top of it. I pray that you'll find hope & comfort in Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God. 🙏💝

[@marilynmills2273]

I’m so sorry that you are unwell. I’m sending you warmest wishes for a return to health.

[@theresa9925]

Shelley..your message touched my heart. Sending you lots of hugs & love. Theresa from Florida

[@mendez2206]

😥

[@floridagunrat1625]

You are a lucky young lady to have found such a good man and likewise he was lucky to have found you! I'm sure you will be fine because unlike so many of the young folks being raised up today, you are not helpless! In the future when you get on each others nerves, both of you just need to remember in those years to come how much you missed each other when you were apart! Best of luck to you!

[@Off-Grid]

Well said

[@Afinerose]

This is the only channel that I stalk, every week look forward to yet another beautiful video, by far the best KZbin channel I have came across. I can’t wait until you guys are settled in and we watch those kiddos grow up.

[@dustyroaddesign]

Your daughter's curls are the sweetest 😁 literally made me smile. And the home and your family's slow and steady transformation is the epitome of "satisfying" !!! More satisfying than watching someone power wash a driveway 🤣

[@barrywhitlock141]

I like the spice rack. it fits in there a treat. Spencer the conduit was an easy mistake to make and it was in the early stages that you installed it, As we say over here "we learn by our mistakes" what you have done is build your own home from 2 tatty looking containers and made them A thing of beauty, Kenzie I think you done marvelously on your own. And i love beau's hair. you are a beautiful family

[@Off-Grid]

Wasn't a mistake in the beginning

[@RichSDet]

Having two children myself, now grown, and seeing the joy of young ones running around for you two, well , I just want to tell you” they grow up so fast, enjoy it while you can”! If I could’ve slowed time at those ages, I would have. Thank you for the beautifully edited memories of your journey. The joy is in the journey, not the goal.

[@Off-Grid]

Our two sure ars growing up fast

[@jugern0t]

I try to avoid using a tape when there's conduit available. Blow a sandwich baggie tied to a pull string through with compressed air. That baggie will fly right past those joints. Use plenty of lube when pulling the cable, and always pull more pull string through with the cable.

[@jamiewhitaker4665]

I was going to suggest the same thing but rather than compressed air I use a hoover at the other end to suck the bag through. English Sparky Tips. Works like a dream every time.

[@joynut1677]

"Makenzie appreciates Spencer more than he knows" awww so cute! I hope you tell him!

[@rob-time]

The challenges are never ending but the lessons learned are valuable! I love how you used the gap space for a spice rack. Kenze, your editing skills are excellent! I don't know how you manage a toddler, a newborn, two dogs, laundry, cooking, decorating and editing! You are a superstar!

[@janenkirote7071]

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[@andreavianarodrigues883]

And remember, for sure they Both working out, Look at those kenzy's legs and husband's bicepes.... 😉

[@D_R_Martin]

It's important to have moments apart to help you appreciate the time you have together. Best to you both and glad life is trudging forward.

[@Off-Grid]

Not sure we've been apart more that a couple days.

[@ralphsavlov651]

I have been following you all through your journey and am glad to see that there are still people in this country who are not afraid to follow their dreams. Off-grid living is a challenge at the best of times but during the low sun months, it could be more challenging. It might be worthwhile to consider adding a few vertical wind turbines to supplement power during that time of the year and after the sun goes down. They could possibly be mounted on the barn to give maximum height without requiring heavy-duty poles. You can't have too much backup power. By the way, your latest issue with the conduit is one I can definitely identify with. I did the same thing when running a hotline to my shed. Even at 72, we can leave our common sense "in idle" when driving forward to get a job completed. Keep up the good work, you are doing a great job.

[@rogerstallard3524]

I’m glad that the wait between videos was for happy, personal reasons! Has anyone else noticed that Spencer does every project in a slow, determined pace. Most of us would be sawing, drilling, drywalling, welding, hammering or screwing so fast, we would end up having to redo almost everything. Spencer “the turtle”, I like that steady pace!

[@Lisared023]

Spencer you have been a blessing to all of us. Watching you overcome mistakes has been a lesson for me to not focus on the mistake or thinking I'm the mistake, but to realize, like Thomas Edison, "well that's one way how NOT to do this." And, just think of and try another way.

[@eternity7477]

I so agree. I literally started fixing things around my house after watching Spencer never giving up. I used to think I was too stupid to do anything until I learned it is part of the journey.

[@phyllisshepard8471]

That is absolutely cutest little girl. Prettiest hair. Have enjoyed watching how talented Spencer is.

[@uraqtee]

I agree even more if her hair is naturally curly, would like to see more of her being involved in the construction part as they will be making memories that she will never forget

[@indianqueen4607]

@@rihannas1549 Hey take your nasty crap somewhere else.

[@Off-Grid]

She's growing fast too!

[@trishmercer9224]

I felt emotional when Spencer left. I look forward to your videos every week and get excited when a new one is out. I wish they were longer and we could see a little bit more of both dogs please. Lots of love

[@thomasbowman6125]

Kenzie I’m so proud of you knowing the strength the both of you have as one that when one is gone it’s hard to move forward because of the spirit that dwells for the two of you. You are true to hold Spencer as hard as he makes a family home and you hold down the rest as he’s better half. My tears are made for the happiness that each of you has placed in my life as known as LOVE , also as each of you saying you complete ME. I Thank life uncontained for making me whole and know that I can renew my life by keeping hope alive.

[@MrPaulviles]

Another good thing to do when pulling a cable is pull a spare rope at the same time, that way you always have a line fished through the pipe! Also, you can use compressed air and blow a string line tied to a little rag through the pipe.

[@isaacngatia8749]

I totally agree that pulling a spare rope through when removing the cable is the best approach. It eliminates all other hitches.

[@theresaggiffin9556]

This episode was beautiful. Please, don't stop making videos for your larger family around the world. Your love is contagious. Your two precious angels always make me smile. The picture of Kenz and the children walking was priceless. May God richly bless you and your family!

[@OutdoorswithDale]

You can fish conduit with a shop vac, pull string, and a sponge or something like that. Pro's do it all the time for the first run. It's great for long runs. Than just keep using the pull string or add to it if you need.

[@CncObsession]

Jet line and a baggie scrap and a vacuum. There was no need to dig that conduit up.

[@ingresswizard9044]

@@CncObsession Exactly. I have seen many a walmart bag used to run wire.

[@shutterbug5519]

You have such a beautiful family. I'm so happy everything is working out for you guys. You've worked through the struggles and the headaches with smiles on your faces. That's amazing in itself. I hope your house will be done soon so you can take a much needed break and just enjoy it.

[@tompinnef6331]

My dad always told me 'plan ahead' when building. I not always done that and found out later that the pipe or conduit was too small. His reasoning was 'it's cheaper' to put it in now. Then have to come back later and tear everything out and replace it. When I tore out the old plaster in the farm house. I put in extra / unused conduit to the attic and second floor. Glad I did later on when something needed to be changed or added. The place is starting to look 'finished'. You'll be looking back at these project video's someday and enjoy them. Hope the family and you are doing well. Take care - be safe (you can keep those snakes down there)

[@Off-Grid]

Yep, we always tend to over build

[@ALEX-xd7ko]

Buddy . When you pull old wire out you use it to pull a rope to pull new wire in.

[@auronapi]

It looked like he was pulling the wire to reuse and then cut the pipe out

[@lesliekwan6654]

You two are beautiful souls. So inspiring.

[@kenvangoe9358]

We sometime forget how one person affects another Kenzie till they're not around as I'm sure Spencer feels when your away you can call it companionship or just plain old love. That's when you know you were meant for each other and you can't be without them in your life. Nice idea with the spice rack and Spencer when you're a do it yourselfer we all learn by our mistakes though its hard to accept we're just human. You looked refreshed after you came back good for you. Love you both and don't stay away so long .be careful and stay safe.

[@AldarisGoldfish777]

A little tip from an Aussie electrician - when you are running your conduit, thread a length of rope through as you are doing it. Much much easier to put that in first than try to thread through your 'fish tape' (or snake as we call it) after the conduit is installed.

[@sirukin7849]

Follow-up: Deburr the EMT conduit, and make every join as tight as possible. Long runs are much harder and riskier otherwise.

[@Ruiso7]

Also for old pipes, you can use a vacuum to pull through a thin rope that is tied to a piece of plastic bag. Just put the vacuum on one end and watch as it feed itself, afterward you can use that thin rope to pull a thicker rope through if the wires are gonna be thick to prevent the thiner rope from breaking. Eadier than digging the whole tube from under ground.

[@Ruiso7]

@@sirukin7849 for the ground the pvc is better, as EMT rust really fast when burried on dirt.

[@laurieg2436]

Oh my goodness, Beau’s hair is so gorgeous!! Little Cam is getting big and he’s so cute!!

[@KiwiCanadian11]

And another one for the books!!! Loving every minute of this adventure with you guys! The house is coming along so well and Beau's curls are the cutest!!!

[@hotironaircraftshop]

Friction in conduit increases similarly to friction on a winch. Best practice for conduit is to put pulling junctions between every other 90 degree elbow. Three or more consecutive 90 degree elbows will make pulling wire very difficult. Keep the number of elbows (of any angle) to the bare minimum and, as you found out, point all the bell ends the same direction.

[@klogns]

WOW! You have the patience of Job. Unless someone has dug a ditch by hand they have no idea the job that it is. You guys are amazing. Such a great example of perserverance and tenacity. Thank you for your inspiration.Always look forward to your progress and encouragement with one another.

[@desertdogdan5920]

Damn these people below sending you such horrible Mail 😂

[@ekoagung6894]

Okeeee de kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXrIhatqgq1jZ6M

[@desertdogdan5920]

Yeah they are good people and they work really hard on their home! I think of them as good “kids” to me they are still so innocent and so young and determined to have a good life away from all the new age crap in the city! Bravo to you both and hang in there to get it right! It will just be one more of the many tests in life you will have to overcome

[@maynemadiwo2984]

Real definition of learning by doing. We all mess up, but we'll get there. I so love this family. Been watching from the start. I rewatch when I get impatient waiting for new uploads.☺️

[@danielchapin8277]

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[@vintairusreid2954]

Same

[@icestern1218]

Same😁😊

[@martamartinez9727]

Same here!!!

[@edwindewit8349]

When fish tape doesn't work, use a strong fish line and one of those red and white round plastic floats and suck them through the conduit with a vacuum cleaner. You will be surprised how easy that works. With the fish line you can pull a stronger nylon rope before pulling the cables.

[@xxbigkisses]

i couldnt help but cry because your family is so young and beautiful and i know youre both filled with love and happiness. so ill enjoy my tears for you guys

[@richienotsorich4303]

Being a father of two (now grown up) I remember the neverending challenges of everyday life. I couldn't imagine taking on a project like yours plus all the video and editing. I figured it's becoming a lot of work when your videos went from weekly to two weeks apart. Hang in there. You're doing an amazing job with everything.

[@janenkirote7071]

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[@freckles3705]

@Michael J you are reported for sexually explicit advertising.

[@brianhornby2564]

Spencer, I have the same table saw as you and I love the ability to move it around on the wheels and set it up anywhere. One improvement I made was to buy two $50 folding tables with the legs that are height adjustable, I then added extra holes so it is the same height as my table saw. Now I have outfeed and infeed tables for large sheet goods, makes such a huge difference. Just a thought if you struggle like I did. House is coming along great, keep up the great work.

[@robynfedalen1777]

I love watching all the changes you guys go through. Your kids are so cute 🥰 🥰 (I have 10 grandchildren, the oldest is 24 and the youngest is 6). I miss infants and toddlers 😢. Your dogs are so sweet as well, ( I ALWAYS love all the animals ❤️ except those terrible snakes 🙀). I want to see your house finished but, then what ?! Will Life Uncontained be finished?☹️ I hope you keep sharing your life with us🥰

[@danielbriggs1229]

Tools you'll need, string line, walmart bag to tie on the end of the string, dish soap, and a shop vacuum. Run the bag to one end of the pipe but before put some dish soap in the pipe to act as a lubricant, on the other end take the shop vac tape it to the pipe then go to town. Works really good! Good luck

[@shanelb4206]

So proud of you guys! You inspire me in many ways. God bless all of you.

[@babs3381]

Amen and Amen 🙏❤️

[@jenn_81]

I’ve missed you guys!!! Glad you’re back!!

[@charliewood9280]

You both are amazing. The love you have for each other radiates through the videos. I caught myself smiling every time I watch the videos. Even though you are frustrated, I love how you interact with each other.

[@mattwict]

Totally a fan! Can't wait until the next episode. Keep up the great work. Such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@Jade-d]

Spencer, you sure have had a lot of challenges building your home. You are learning lots and in the end you will be totally pleased with all you have done. You are on the home stretch now and soon will be able to sit back and enjoy all that the two of you have done.

[@johnsullivan4741]

There's always a hiccup no matter the experience level. You are at least willing to make it right and do whatever it takes. Kudos to you both!

[@charfranklin7114]

You guys are one of my favorites on KZbin. I love how patient you both are with your house project. You’re doing a great job. Keep up the good work!!

[@beresfordthompson1370]

I have been here from day one and enjoyed every minute. You are both so inspiring to take on a challenge like this with no experience, learning from your mistakes and no matter how things go you continue to push on through good and bad. Not withstanding the enormous challenge of building a house from scratch you gave yourselves an even greater challenge by having two young kids while still having to complete the house. All I can say is wow. And you give us a front row seat to not only watch your house project grow but also your family. I’m sure I speak for the majority when I say thank you for letting us into your lives. All the best.

[@simonyapp]

Wonderful episode xx A good trick if you can’t get a cable down a conduit is to attached a hoover one end and suck a small Cotten tread down it which you can then can pull string through with, then rope and finally the cable. Or even use a compressor and blow the Cotten thread down. Both work if your lucky.

[@Off-Grid]

I've always tied a plastic sack to the nylon rope then suck it through the pipe with a shop vac.

[@DeltaCo7175]

spence , after over 50 years as an electrician ive made all the mistakes and then some , you should always oversize your pipe runs or run spares to facilitate any future changes , it'll cost ya a little more but save some heart ache in the long run , remember to keep your bends to a minimum , run your pipe as the crow flys , and to help that cable pull in smoothly use some wire lube , it can get messy but cleans up easily, if you cant get any wire lube you can use soap as long as what you use doesnt harm the insulation on the wire, youve done an excellent job for someone with no formal training so dont be so hard on yourself

[@PuenteAJ]

Beautiful, so glad to see you are all ok. Was worried...... Your home is coming along so well. You are brave to be alone without a car for emergencies.

[@anna-mariepellett4362]

I’m sorry you guys have to be going through this. Please remember how many successful things you have done and what a beautiful home and beautiful family you have and you’ll get it taken care of you always have and pretty soon it’s going to be all finished and your time is your time and you get to enjoy your house and your family. I’m so grateful that I had your Channel to watch especially during the pandemic. I have learned so much from this journey that you have allowed me to take with you and for that I’m grateful. Bless you all!,,,

[@jenn_81]

His hair looks good grown out along with the beard! Glad he made it back safely to you guys! I’m sure it was a little needed too. Can’t wait to see the Christmas tree up in the new place!!

[@donpablo2170]

I know right...and Kenzies cheek freckles look so cute too..love these two

[@royalbrecht9331]

I feel for you having to pull up the original conduit. I think every DIYer knows the feeling of doing something twice. It goes with territory. I would have gladly helped if I was there. I do most of my projects alone as well and it would be really nice to have a second set of hands once and a while. Don’t be discouraged, you guys are awesome!

[@florencetatro7922]

I can't wait to see your home done,and we take a tour of the finished product. You guys are awesome, God bless your family.the children are so adorable

[@sadie4me2]

Such a beautiful family and the love is so obvious. Your little girls curls are just amazing. This is by far my favorite KZbin channel and I have been here from the very beginning following you and I look forward to all future time that we can spend with you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@straight_to_finish]

3 things that could have been done when running wire through conduit: 1: tie a mule tape to end of the old wire coming out to be used to pull the new wire. 2: tie a disposable grocery bag to a string and vacuum it through to the opposite end, then use the string to pull a stronger mule tape for pulling wire. 3: use a fish tape that has a factory tip on it (since they’re curved) to clear to the hub connections. When initially laying the conduit, chamfer the inside of the pipes to avoid hangups.

[@kevincrosby1760]

Hints: Bend the end of the fish tape over into a narrow loop. You will probably need to heat it. The rounded end of the loop will help you over ridges, and gives yo a place to tie the wires onto the tape for the return trip. When gluing PVC conduit, only apply primer and glue to the MALE end. Any glue in the female (bell) end will end up as a ridge on the inside of the joint. Limit bends in the conduit. Any bend will make pulling cable harder. When the total bends in a conduit add up to 360 degrees, you will not pull cable through it. Personally, I start thinking about a pull box at 180 degrees, and will always install one at 270. Digging ditches is hard work. PVC is cheap. Throw an extra conduit or three in the ditch while it is open. in 35 years of copper/fiber work, I have never had to tell a customer that they had too many conduits, that a run had too many pull boxes, or that the conduits were too large.

[@WhoDatBoudreaux]

A lot of value in this post above. One thing to add, if you don't know the condition of the conduit, at least TIE A LINE TO THE OLD STUFF before you pull it out. When I saw him pull copper out of a conduit and there wasn't any jet line or mule tape tied to the end, it was an instant face-palm for me. --Edited to add other's suggestions and explain the details. Pushing something flexible (the copper wire OR fish tape) over a long distance is WAY HARDER than pulling something flexible. Fish tape is great for situations where you don't have an easy pulling aid already IN PLACE. If there is minimal resistance to pull out the old stuff, I may get ballsy and attach the new cable to the old right off the bat. Still include jet line attached independently as a redundancy. Otherwise, I usually just start with jet line. When you start pulling, if you think you might break your string (or damage the conduit) cause you can't easily pull the cable through, pull the cable back out and attach/pull mule tape instead. The next try is by pulling your cable from the other end of the conduit with lube and mule tape tied in a series of half hitches (at least 12" with knots every couple inches). Secure mule tape with enough electrical tape to cover your knots make a cone at the blunt end of the cable. If that fails, then you dig.

[@Ephesians-ts8ze]

@@WhoDatBoudreaux good point about attaching a line before pulling the wire out but preferably mule tape. I learned the hard way that unless it’s a really short easy pull with minimal bends and/ or oversized conduit, when the jetline pulls tight to the inner radius of the 90’s, it will cut right through the PVC and then you’re screwed! We normally use rigid metal conduit 90’s with female pvc adaptors on either side to change back to pvc to prevent that from happening. I also noticed he pulled UF (underground feeder) cable in the conduit which was unnecessary since UF cable is approved for direct burial. It does look nicer to use PVC and it provides more physical protection for the conductors, but it would have been much easier to pull the wire in or out using individual stranded copper conductors. UF cable has solid copper conductors and with the outer jacket it is pretty rigid and difficult to pull through conduit

[@WhoDatBoudreaux]

@@Ephesians-ts8ze good point about thin jet line cutting the conduit and using stranded cable instead to that thick stuff. It's extra extra precaution, but introduces way too much resistance that isn't needed in an underground conduit.

[@Ephesians-ts8ze]

@@WhoDatBoudreaux taking extra precautions with underground is never bad. In the scenario in this video, it wouldn’t be that big a deal to dig and repair a broken pvc or run a new one but in my world many times that broken pipe ends up being under a building or parking lot.

[@wirelesmike73]

I love this kind of info shared in the comments. Every bit of it is extremely valuable. I would only add one thing... If you are able (either able to afford the extra cost, or have a big enough conduit to have room for it), always pull a spare wire, or even two if you can. If you ever want to add new equipment, use the spare. If you suffer a short in the wire, use the spare. If your terminals corrode and you trim the wire down to far to be able to work with over time, use the spare. Even if you just want to pull a new or different kind of cable, use the spare. You can never go wrong with pulling a spare line.

[@FSCHW]

Try making a form of bullet head for your fish tape. Or bend a small loop in the end. May work for pushing through. Also when pulling something out attach a string or rope to the end so your old cable pulls a new line in for future use. Ev3n when cutting into a new conduit you can pick up the line. From where you cut in.

[@miketownsley5090]

I always look forward to watching you both break through the obstacles that are Thrown at you guys.

[@live4sunsets808]

I always look forward to an update from my favourite off the grid fam :)

[@bastalicjasna2282]

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[@barbclements9006]

Me too, I get so impatient waiting for another video. I’m so happy I found this family. I found this family by accident after they had the shipping containers on the piers. Been watching since then. Spencer is joy to watch. He just keeps plugging away. Love Kinsey even with the silly ness. So happy they don’t use click bait. I hate channels that use click bait! Love you guys!

[@bonnieclawson2102]

We all have had those mistakes that we have learned from. I love the spice rack idea. 👍🏻❤️

[@keynadarling]

Bless your heart, I know that can be hard. You are so strong but I would feel the same way too.

[@mikerobbins5049]

Good job Guy and Gal.... It’s all coming together.... You take me back to the days when we were working on our house. We were both working full time and did not do everything but we did a lot. After working all day I would work at the house until 9pm then drive 45 min home. Saved a ton of money.... And have so much pride in what we accomplished. Now, after 35 yrs, I cant imagine doing it again but there is always something to replace or repair. So, I am still working on this house....

[@vollyman1962]

Spencer - do this to fish the wire through conduit that has a few bends - get a roll of Polyester pulling tape, and a roll of string. You will also need a vacuum. Take the string and tie a wad of paper to the end. The wad should be able to fit inside the pipe but at the same time take up most of the interior diameter. Take your vacuum and go to the other end of the pipe to pull the wad of paper through. This will pull the string through the pipe. Now take the string and tie it to the pulling tape. Pull the string and now you have the pulling tape through the conduit that you can use to pull the wire through.

[@vantelontheroad1750]

If you use red string you can use a vacuum cleaner to pull the wire through then attach the wire to the string. You can also slide the wire through the conduit as you go.

[@cosmic783]

Also helps to put a small plastic bag the size of the conduit on the string and it will pull it though in seconds. Vacuum and string beats fishing any day.

[@freethought2296]

You can get a foam "mouse" tied to a piece of rope or hefty string and blow it through your conduit with compressed air and then pull either the fish-tape or wire through.

[@margaretferkranus6705]

I LOVE this life video of y'all ... it's so nice as a family unit you get along great...kids are growing up so quickly and they are Prescious 💜💙🤗😘...Im very grateful for y'all as a family putting your work/life/family out here for us to share in ...Thank you 🔥☮📖❤🙏🏽

[@promomm]

That spice rack!

[@hallierasbury65]

great job spence. your little angels are getting so big. I agree about the husband leaving and the feeling of loneliness, Gene and I have been married 45 years, and sometimes Im glad when he leaves the house, but so excited when I know he is home.

[@sasanjeldan5294]

When running a PVC pipe you shouldn’t have more than 3 90 degree bends as beyond that it would be near impossible to run any size wire or fish tape. Also, a heating blanket can help make make bends as needed. It also looked like you ran an out door romex wire inside the pvc which is unnecessary. You ca run independent wires needed as log as you have an outdoor box and outdoor fittings/connectors. Not sure if you have this but you may want to Consider a disconnect for your solar panel.

[@karensimmons1572]

What an EXCELLENT JOB you two have done! May God continue to bless you! Just amazing! Simply anointed and amazing!

[@cherryhaze4176]

The way my face lite up when I saw this... This just shows me how powerful love is.

[@sharoncrowley1999]

So nice to see a couple working together, in these crazy times when so many people are divorcing and not getting along . kudos to you guys , and your lovely family . Your daughters hair is beautiful .!!! Keep up the good work.

[@charlesmckinley29]

You guys have a beautiful family. I’m glad to see you still going at it and sharing with us.

[@leonorebaulch6251]

Your pumpkins are as pretty as your flowers in Texas! Thank you for continuing to share your lives with us all....you are real troopers....God bless you always ...from Australia! 🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@ronaldlbishop2730]

wished that you had reached out to us old heads when you got into a jam with the wire vs conduit problem...would have recommended using a pull string and mouse that you either blow through the conduit run with compressed air or vacuum through the conduit using a vacuum cleaner suction...works really surprisingly well...also there are flexible attachments available for connecting to the end of your fish tape for guiding around bends in the conduit run...sorry guy

[@mortimergladbreath]

Retired AV tech of 45 years here, I was screaming Shop VAC! String! Plastic bag! Would have taken about 5 seconds to suck a string through the pipe. I hope he looks at these comments for the future.

[@brianholloway6205]

The little details is why professionals are professionals. The mistakes that highlight the little details are What take you from padawan to master. Great job! Learning growth and adversity through mistakes is not lauded enough

[@bridgettesullivan7017]

I don’t know how you have the patience to do what you’re doing. That alone is impressive.

[@aklfitness3870]

This show is wholesome!! The love and team work. Trial and error. Very talented couple. We find that very refreshing. Very inspiring!! 🙏🏽❤️