I found that the dimond blades work better for cutting metal roofing less then 1/16 thick. Use a thin carbon stile black ""cut-off"" on heavy steel cut-off projects.
Came here to say this. I also think notching the log further would have been far easier/less frustrating. Just an armchair quarterback sitting on a couch though; you’re the one out there and the one who got it done!
Fundamental piece of work to enable so much more - the bridge was critical. As always, your approach in getting things 'just so' will pay dividends in the long run. More decking boards to increase he width of the tracks across will also strengthen the bridge - perhaps for a larger delivery truck for the cabin materials. Well done Cory - and lovely to see you rejoicing with Gracie as those metal cut-offs were made. Thanks again for sharing the projects with us.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get to see all of the last video that you posted you said they were a Wass of mold issue? Are you going to rip it out? And replace it?
Such a loyal girl Gracie is and precious how you know just what she needs. The bridge is so important especially as more materials need to come for the cabin build. I know you'll make it just right and there for a long time to enjoy. I know you are, but please continue listening to your body as you've been doing. We appreciate all you're showing us and will keep you, Gracie and this project in our prayers Cory.
You did an awesome job on the bridge all by yourself. Something you can be very proud of. Take your rest as you need. Gracie is very loving. God Bless you both.❤❤❤❤❤
I’ve just started watching your videos and really enjoy them. Like watching the construction of things and especially things like you’re doing in the outdoors. I really liked seeing you read Gods word and hearing you pray. Keep up the good work brother. 0:02
I have enjoyed all your videos! I am always looking forward to what is next. I am for sure that when you are done with your new home that it’s going to be fabulous. I adore Gracie what a a sweetie you have. So Good luck on all your new projects to come and as always God Bless❤
Cory, thanks to Gracie for all the moral support and free hugs. She helped to get ya there. The all knowing wink 😉😁! Great looking bridge!! Prayers are with y'all. God bless and keep on keepin on, one step at a time. He continues to be right there beside you. John here, from the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee.
A new chapter in your life history, bridge building with Gracie. Memories to look back on as your journey continues. Thanks for taking the time out to share this experience and your latest video.
I'm so thankful you have a good strong bridge now. Gracie is so sweet and precious, I love seeing her. Prayers for you. Take care and God Bless you and Gracie always
I remember when you worked on restoreing old cabins quite awhile back. Gracie was pretty much a pup then. Glad to see you back. Please take it easy you had a very serious illness.
Wow, Man!!! Showing off the skills there!!! Craftsman built bridge!! You need to put a makers mark on there. Brand it, carve it, make it yours. Absolute great work. Proud of ya Bro. 🫵🏼👊🏼👍🏼🤙🏼
This has been a great series so far and I think you're doing awesome even with the health and cabin quality challenges. Can't wait to see what you do with the place.
I enjoyed your video. Some suggestions. 1. Use saws-all with metal blade to cut the metal plate as much as possible, then switch to the angle grinder. 2. Get a Harbor Freight 2000 watt inverter generator when it's on sale. Pay for the 2 year, no questions replacement warranty. It will be quiet and more fuel efficient than your truck. Plus powerful enough to charge the Jackery and several tool batteries at the same time and even run big power tools if needed. 3. Get a couple of come-alongs. Harbor freight calls them "cable winch puller". Add a couple pulleys and a lift block and 50 foot cable. You'll be amazed by what you can do. You can also use 2 10 foot (or longer) poles to create an A frame to lift heavy loads. 4. If you need to use ratchet straps like you did, use a pair of vice-grips on the handle to give you mechanical advantage by drastically increasing the length of the handle. This will also allows you to use stronger muscles than just your fingers. 5. Buy knee pads. You wear gloves to protect your hands and boots to protect your feet. Knee pads are a cheap way to protect your knees.
Thanks for letting us watch you during your project. I am sure that bridge will last a life time. Nice to have a dog along also. Take care and stay safe: from Petawawa, Ontario, Canada.
Love what you did with the bridge and the creek cleanup made it look great! I agree with you wanting to add a plank to each tread. It doesn't *need* it, but it would make the crossing a bit easier.
Hey man, awesome job on this project - I have a similar span I need to cross in our Maple sugar bush here in the Adirondack mountains of New York. You've given me a lot of ideas on how to tackle it, thank you!
Nice to sit back and reflect after and really take in all that hard work coming to fruition isn't it? Your cabin build has been nice to watch, excited to see what's to come.
I see you got some new tools. Nice choice and glad you had some help with some of them. So glad you have protection coverage on your legs and hands and eyes. But now you need to train that precious dog to stay back a ways. Things can go flying when you least expect it. The bridge is looking really good. Pace yourself! Great idea to remove that downed tree so it doesn’t block the bridge and cause flooding in the future and possibly ruin all the hard work you have put into the bridge. Stay safe and warm! See you at the next video.
Great channel. I haven't read all of the comments, but look into an inverter that wires into your trucks battery system and puts out 120v. Since your running your truck to charge the Jakerey only to have it run down its power, you can run the inverter and charge the batteries quicker.
you are doing such an awesome job!! thanks for taking us with you on the journey!!!!........p.s. boy, there sure is alot of cleaning in the river to do
Your place is absolutely breathtaking! Definitely heaven to a black lab, lots of acres of forest to explore with a river running through it! I wouldn't be able to keep my yellow lab and golden retriever out of the water!
As a carpenter and tradesman for the last 20 years, I'll give you a couple tips... *Always carry a telescoping magnet. *Carry a hi-lift jack, they are invaluable. *Don't use rapid battery chargers, they cut the life span of batteries in half. Just use a regular charger and buy extra batteries. *Get a come along *Keep an extra car battery on you. I have more tips, let me know if you want them.
It suuuuuure takes a LOT 4 U 2 get 'whooped' Cory! W O W !!! The bridge looks GREAT and the cleanup U did by the bridge is BEAUTIFUL! U R 'definitely' a perfectionist! Your health is obviously improving...I am happy 4 U! Thanks 4 sharing with us Cory! Take care and God Bless!
Old wrought iron with rivets. You want an acetylene torch to cut that. No batteries or electricity required. With a torch you and burn off the rivets and peel the angle away with a large pry bar. It's a really nice piece of property.
Great job 👍🏻. Little tip: you can straighten a board by fastening a block to the subsurface and then making a wedge to pound between the block and the board. If that makes sense to you. Safer than having a strap snap and possibly causing serious inquiries. Bridge is awesome though! 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻
When you need to straighten the board out like that, your planks that you’re putting on the bridge, cut two wedges, secure, one wedge down close to the plank, take the other wedge and drive it in and it’ll move your board over a lot easier than using the straps.
I see you went with Milwaukee tools. I’m an old grandma, and my Milwaukee tools are close to 15 years old and they still take and hold a charge. I love mine.
That's one hefty piece of steal, those look like really old rivets. Good to see you doing it right, the way you want it from the start. That way it's going to be there for a long time.👍
