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[@backcreekcabin4994]

Palm nailers are a lifesaver.

[@TKCL]

I see that now, can't believe I've never owned one.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Very nice latch design

[@TKCL]

Thanks, it should hold well!

[@samclements2834]

Agreed on that palm nailer, built a large deck in our back yard and the tie down straps it would have been hard to nail them in with the angle, that palm nailer saved me! That shelter looks more and more like a tank! Just what you’d want in a bad storm.

[@TKCL]

I can see that nailer coming in handy on the house build. That shelter isn't going anywhere lol. No doubt I'll now feel very safe in it, no matter what the weather.

[@frankfarms1]

the shelter is looking great!!! that palm nailer is a great tool..

[@TKCL]

I can't believe I've never had one of those nailers before!

[@jonathanbradberry2531]

NEVER seen a palm nailer. That's an awesome tool!!!!!!

[@TKCL]

I've never used one and didn't know much about them. One of those tools I wonder how I ever made it without it.

[@deborahbarton3340]

Glad you have the latch on and like the tool God Bless.

[@TKCL]

Thank you

[@outdoorswiththisguy1950]

boy that nailer worked great.glad yall are good and safe

[@TKCL]

Yes it did, should have bought one sooner! We are safe and sound.

[@buzzardf111]

I like the improvements to the door. Thats a whole lot better!

[@TKCL]

Yes, definitely better than one bolt and nut. I didn't feel very safe the other day during the live stream.

[@retiredandpreppingquilting2350]

I am going to run this playlist from start to finish to give you to view time. I am a new subscriber. We have tornatoes here. I have never seen one, thank goodness. We do have storm shelter in the basement of a church near me so when the weather is threatening I go there to be safe. Have a blessed week.

[@TKCL]

Thank you for watching! God bless, take care!

[@retiredandpreppingquilting2350]

@@TKCL You are welcome.

[@J297WFD]

Haha! Palm nailer! Best tool ever invented!

[@TKCL]

Until I discovered a metal connector nailer! 😁

[@gsmiley7700]

Dig the latches and had to laugh at the molding but see you have to have things just so. Keep up the good work.

[@TKCL]

Lol the OCD in me would NOT allow me to see the bottom plate 😁

[@Outtahide540]

That’s too much fun. Wow. Gotta get one. Good stuff

[@TKCL]

It does make driving nails easy and fun! Love it

[@mcallahan9060]

That was my exact reaction the first time I used a palm nailer lol. Thumbs up!

[@TKCL]

Yes I was pleasantly surprised! Great tool!

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Your work bench organizations have inspired me to get my tools better organized. I have a tall multi drawer unit on wheels I can't wait to get started on. 🔩🔧

[@TKCL]

Very nice! It's a constant work in progress, my bench is back Cluttered again due to the project I'm working on today.

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

Thanks COOP ...

[@sheamaddox7298]

Man I have used those Palm Hammers and they are awesome.

[@TKCL]

They are awesome

[@gregorythomas333]

I thought the same as you...that those "mini" hand nailers would be dinky little toys...I am seriously impressed...totally getting me one of them now!

[@TKCL]

It's been a handy tool to have.

[@timkelley8775]

I like that palm nailer

[@TKCL]

I love it, I wonder why I have never had one before???

[@ckfab475]

Looking good.

[@TKCL]

Thanks, it's getting there!

[@dougdavis4439]

Those door latches look plenty strong. The palm nailer is amazing, good recommendations by everyone! Enjoyed it!

[@TKCL]

I believe they will hold the door with no issues whatsoever. That palm nailer is a sweet tool.

[@terrywalker6650]

Highly impressed with that palm driver!

[@TKCL]

Me too, should have bought one years ago!

[@MrSyvern1]

Very nice! My only suggestion would be to make something to latch the hinge side, something in the style of a safe (se Sturdy safes for inspiration). The door would be impossible to rip out then, now it is only the hinges holding it on one side.

[@TKCL]

I've been thinking about that, but in reality three 3/4 inch bolts/hinges hold that side as well. It's highly unlikely our weak storms here in Florida could ever knock this door off.

[@Adam_Stuart]

Shelter is coming along great. Always enjoy the videos.

[@TKCL]

Thanks, slowly but surely getting there!

[@outsidewithrodney8240]

Glad you are ok. Storm shelter is looking good. Love them latches!!!! Y'all should be good & safe!!!!

[@TKCL]

Thanks! We definitely should be secure now

[@5150cash]

Dang your expression on the palm driver was priceless 😆.

[@TKCL]

I was shocked and so happy to not have to bend over swinging a hammer anymore. Can't believe I've never owned one before.

[@5150cash]

@@TKCL I was going to say you looked happier the a pig in mud LMFAO 😆. But now I'm going to have to look into one also. LoL

[@TKCL]

You won't regret it, then you can be giggling like a little girl just like me.

[@5150cash]

@@TKCL sounds like a plan 👍

[@WoodDuxWill]

That’s and awesome tool and the latches are perfect for that setup!

[@TKCL]

Thanks! I love that tool, awesome invention!

[@Dawg-2021]

Ahh yes! Turned out fantastic! I purchased a palm nailer about this time last year. Used it once and it was perfect for the task at hand! Handy tool.

[@TKCL]

Very handy, I can see it being used a lot for our upcoming house build.

[@colin8532]

Love the latches, it must be a relief to have those on now. Great work

[@TKCL]

It is a relief, I think they will be plenty strong enough. Having the shelter anchored down makes me feel better too. It is now secure and usable.

[@bigDH123]

Hello Andrew, i'm glad the tornado missed you, and hopefully your friends house was spared as well. That little palm nailer works awesome, I have never used one before either. Stay safe my friend.

[@TKCL]

Only had one friend take some large tree damage. Everyone I know was spared. That palm nailer is amazing!

[@767dag]

Palm nailer , Are great

[@TKCL]

Yes they are!

[@PgPgDn]

Love the progress! Very inspirational! ~David

[@TKCL]

Thanks for watching! When do you plan on starting one?

[@johninnorthcarolina3696]

Good morning, glad to see the recent storm didn't carry you and the pup away. How is the slab and everything secured on top of it tied to the ground? Those hand nailers are real hand and back savers !

[@TKCL]

The slab is 8 inches thick. I'm not done securing just yet. I'll be putting 4 earth augers into the ground and tie to those so it could never topple over. Yes that palm nailer is awesome!

[@johninnorthcarolina3696]

@@TKCL Thanks for the reply, after seeing video of a tornado picking up and tossing semi-trailers around like rag dolls I was hoping there was some kind of tie down system in place. Wouldn't be any fun being inside that shelter as it was tossed across the field. Stay well, John

[@TKCL]

We do not get very strong tornados here, and I would be doubtful of them turning the shelter over. With that said, might as well make for sure this could never happen and make it as secure as I can.

[@JimmyHensley36]

Maybe a battery powered weather radio inside the shelter also .

[@TKCL]

Yep, Tiffany has been requesting one. It's on the to do list for sure.

[@mackjenkins7721]

Hey man how's it going. I know I'm running a day late I've been running around trying to get ready for this big snow storm. Got some nice 20 degree weather For you And would you like to bring your tractor to VA to shovel about a foot of snow? Crazy weather man certain areas two inches of snow others area About a foot of snow In the same state. Good to see you getting that shelter. I see you loving that new toy man as small as it is and Powerful it is surprising. Again I'm glad that you and your family is safe from The tornado. My wife is helping some of the people in Alabama That got hit from the tornado.

[@TKCL]

Yes crazy weather for sure. It's raining and nasty here today, supposed to cold the next few days. Stay safe in that snow storm.

[@walterwerfel6209]

I have a palm nailer that I have never used. That will change after watching this video.

[@TKCL]

It's one of those tools I don't know how I ever lived without.

[@joshohoro]

yeah we had a tornado hit the Birmingham area the other day, but two years ago I live in the area that the tornados killed the 23 people. scary scary stuff and can happen in just a few minutes. stay safe and nothing is "over kill" or "too strong" when you're talking about protecting your life.

[@TKCL]

Your exactly right! Times are changing, I can't ever remember the weather being this unpredictable.

[@markb.1259]

Lookin' Great Andrew!! Hopefully your schedule allows you to get those external auger hold-downs augured into the ground. Might be easier while the ground is wet/damp.

[@TKCL]

They should go in easily after I build my tractor attachment to drive them in lol.

[@ShadyOaksFarm]

Watch putting those nails in the palm nailer! If you push a nail in it and it triggers the hammer it will shoot them out. Trust me I have done it. 😂. Put the nail on material then in hole of palm nailer!

[@TKCL]

I was thinking about that as I was using it, I could see that happening.

[@TKCL]

I was thinking about that as I was using it, I could see that happening.

[@andrewgraham5151]

Have you thought about taking some steel pipe same diameter as your rod on the latch and cut them to fit into the holes in the door frame ?

[@TKCL]

Yes I have, that was on my mind yesterday. It would absolutely keep all wood swelling and other binding concerns to a minimum. Good thought

[@patickpadgett1671]

Run for safety

[@TKCL]

I did the other day

[@ryanzynda5114]

you have to feel more secure with those door latches

[@TKCL]

Yes we do, it's actually usable now

[@busyboy3497]

I'm curious as to why you didn't lag bolt the tie-downs in?

[@TKCL]

Because they came pre drilled and rated for nails. There's over 20 16d nails in each strap. That's a tremendous amount of hold down power, especially when you times that by all the straps in there.

[@jeffreysmith236]

You did have to predrill holes in the concrete before nailing the brackets to the wall, right? Those anchors bolts were not self-tapping?

[@TKCL]

Yes absolutely had to drill the concrete out.

[@andystampfli9127]

👍

[@aldiminico6513]

If that’s not secure enough, Later💨

[@TKCL]

I certainly hope it is, otherwise we are about to get a once in a lifetime storm. And I'm not done securing it either, it's about to get a little stronger.

[@timmcpherson6708]

🖐New subscriber I just spent half my day watching these videos I love it and I'm going to build one if you dont mind me asking what would somthing like this cost

[@TKCL]

Thanks for watching! I'm probably going to be in the neighborhood of 3000 once it's complete. Lumber prices are outrageous and not helping costs. Most metal and concrete shelters in this size were around 9k, way out of my budget.

[@timmcpherson6708]

Wow that's less expensive than I thought I actually watched the 6 videos on the original plans befor I found these you did it way better thanks

[@TKCL]

Don't forget I had a lot of my material from a tornado damaged barn, that really helped me.

[@timmcpherson6708]

Well, mine won't be as intricate and tediously built as yours with heavy metal door frame and siding but will still stick to the original plans with the wooden structure

[@waynep343]

saw most of your life stream.. i have a question.. @4:06.. you reached up to unwind the closing bolt to open the door from the outside. can your wife reach that without going back for a step stool..

[@TKCL]

Yes, she is only one inch shorter than me. Wont be a problem

[@mike93lx]

The custom touches are nice and save money but ultimately they have delayed getting the project finished. I think there is a fine balance, particularly with something being built for the express purpose of safety. That bit of saved money would be all I could think about if something happened and I couldn't use the shelter

[@TKCL]

The shelter has been ready to be used for the last several weeks. It's fully functionable as far as safety goes. The only reason it's not finished now is because my lack of being able to record for KZbin, I've had too much going on in the background with the house.

[@mike93lx]

@@TKCL its more of a broad comment after watching your series. Either way, it looks great and thanks for sharing the build

[@TKCL]

I definitely understand. We had a goal of making it functional by this March (our tornado season) and for the most part it's ready to use and safe. Paint, shelving and other creature comforts dont necessarily matter right now.

[@vince4069]

Hey Andrew, what model palm nailer did you get? That looks like a real time saver and I would like to get one. Can you leave a comment please? thanks!

[@TKCL]

I got the Metabo one off of Amazon. It's listed in the description of that video I do believe. Let me know if you need the link

[@vince4069]

@@TKCL Thanks Andrew, that is such a useful tool. When I saw you use it I thought I've got to have one of those. Thanks again!