Preparing our Vehicles for a Cold Dark Alaskan Winter

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With the snowy weather outside Eric heads to the unfinished Quonset Hut Shop to work on our vehicles for the cold and dark winter months up ahead. The Polaris gets new brakes, the tractor gets lights and both trucks get equipped with heaters and trickle chargers to help with start up. After a tire change and one last modification we test out the new lights on the Tundra.
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@gracieshepardtothemax1743 10 месяцев назад

I just realized why I love your guys channel so much… it feels like I’m hanging out with a friend. Just real. No drama. No judgement. No clickbait thumbnails or titles. Interesting topics. I’ve gained confidence in my gardening, I found some weights and burp lids and fermented my jalapeños & habaneros! So good. You are teachers, you are humble, you are amazing! Cheers from Alberta! ❤

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

Thank you :)

@faithrada 10 месяцев назад

It's True. Anyone who has you two for neighbors.. their property just doubled in value. 😅

@gracieshepardtothemax1743 10 месяцев назад

@@faithrada exactly! I’ve always hated the cold. But watching them. I can make the best of it.

@captainamerica1797 8 месяцев назад

There will always be drama in the human race !!!

@gailvicente6854 10 месяцев назад

I'm utterly amazed that Eric seems to figure out how to do everything mechanical and electrical. Amazing!!

@DeterminedDIYer 10 месяцев назад

That's how my mom is. MY husband Eric is good at it too, but my mom is more tenacious about it lol.

@SagebrushRambles 10 месяцев назад

It's called the Internet lol.

@jm823 10 месяцев назад

💪

@angelamarie4137 10 месяцев назад

@@SagebrushRamblesYou don't do things as well as he does with car maintenance and repairs unless somebody personally taught you.

@DeterminedDIYer 10 месяцев назад

@@angelamarie4137 no I don't think so. I fixed my washing machine with a RU-vid video. My mom fixed her tractor without any help.

@kristenevans4557 10 месяцев назад

Life in off-grid Alaska requires SKILLS and Eric and Arial have those in abundance!

@robertsteele-is4ug 10 месяцев назад

damn right

@frederickmoller 10 месяцев назад

They are one in a million IMO, really GREAT people!

@pattibrown1809 10 месяцев назад

No argument from me!

@amord4635 10 месяцев назад

Yup, except using slingshot😅

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

@@amord4635😂 he's got a flat band now, watch out!

@gator1959 10 месяцев назад

the Q hut is already a game changer, even with it only being partially complete. Just keeping the vehicles snow free is going to save you loads of time.

@PopsieLouisiana59 10 месяцев назад

Thinking a second Qhut (smaller) might be in order.

@Maddie-gb7rw 10 месяцев назад

a Q hut compound!!!

@straubdavid9 10 месяцев назад

@@PopsieLouisiana59 Just for firewood?🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵

@claudiademoss6040 10 месяцев назад

ERIC: When you get old, and infirmities restrict you from doing all the work you wantused to, you can teach classes. You're amazing at explaining what you're doing. SO MUCH KNOWLEDGE!!!

@Yesica1993 10 месяцев назад

Yes, he'd be great!

@scrappyquilter102 10 месяцев назад

Never in my life did I think anyone could ever make brake pads interesting! Well done! Thanks Eric!

@jd37691 10 месяцев назад

🤣😆😂😁😅

@1944chevytruck 10 месяцев назад

Your truck battery posts needs cleaning... clean with warm water and baking soda.... wire brush both battery posts use toothbrush or wire brush. flush with water and wipe dry paper towel.... wire brush posts and all connections.... apply a light coating of any style grease (i use bearing grease) to all posts and wire connection ends...No more white battery post corrosion! ... been doing this for 55 years.

@yoop177 10 месяцев назад

Tks for this tip

@kevinwiley9696 10 месяцев назад

AWESOME work Eric!! So nice to have someone who is mechanical in nature but also someone who is willing to do DIY!!!

@lrfox49 10 месяцев назад

I’m a 74 yr old lady, lol, you are amazing! The only videos I don’t watch are hunting ones. I love the wildlife in nature. If I was starving I’d eat fish even though I don’t like it much. You have so many accomplishments and memories is what it’s all about!

@danadowney6024 10 месяцев назад

My favourite Alaskans!!! Omg Eric!!! Is there anything you can’t do??? Everyone needs an Eric in their lives!!! 🩵❄️🩵❄️🩵

@peggyjean5530 10 месяцев назад

Unfortunately we can't all find an Eric anymore.

@rebeccaledford2096 10 месяцев назад

I get so excited when the videos are long! Y’all are amazing, relatable, down to earth, hard working and dang SMART! Y’all can do anything you try! Keep up the good work! Watching from Bama! ❤

@sadiesadiemarriedlady7900 10 месяцев назад

Me too!!! Roll Tide!!

@rebeccaledford2096 10 месяцев назад

@@sadiesadiemarriedlady7900 Roll Tide Roll!!!

@anna27446 10 месяцев назад

Roll Tide!!!! I grew up on Maxwell Air Force Base, my brother lives in Daphne! ♥️🐘♥️

@rebeccaledford2096 10 месяцев назад

@@anna27446 Guntersville here!!

@andreamorrison8419 10 месяцев назад

So happy to see you've moved everything inside now! The amount of room is awesome

@ErinLogan-x3p 10 месяцев назад

Eric is absolutely incredibly gifted. He never fails to amaze me. YOU BOTH ARE INCREDIBLY AWESOME ❤❤

@aidans6257 10 месяцев назад

I love all your vids, the travel, cooking, gardening, hunting and fishing, all of them - but these are my favourite. Seeing you two getting stuff done and preparing for winter is so satisfying. Huge thanks

@dingc.velasco6038 10 месяцев назад

Nobody prepares for the cold season better than you and Arielle do Eric. l think you can make a long what-to-do video on such winter preparations which will serve as a reminder and helpful guide to others. BTW, its lovely to see how you saw completing the Quonset Hut first, will become centrally helpful to your repair and other heavy preparation needs. MORE POWER!!

@rajanmahal3866 10 месяцев назад

This channel is so addictive, I live in an apartment in toronto and watching how to upgrade a tractor 😊. Thanks guys

@wandagordon6453 10 месяцев назад

Always amazed at what y’all can do. I can’t do any auto repairs but, it’s interesting to watch. All the hard work on the Q-hut build made this job worth while. Love seeing the snow. It was 73 today here in the South. Y’all take care and God bless! 😀❤️

@LauraE.9897 10 месяцев назад

I love that you gave an old blanket to help out the squirrels. My mom loves the squirrels in her yard & feeds them peant butter sandwiches almost daily. If she doesn't get them out early enough they bang on her sliding glass door or hang upside down from the eaves & look in the kitchen window for her. Squirrels can be fun to watch. Great planning with getting your shop going this summer. It will be great to keep the snow off of things & it will be amazing when completed.

@MichelleCouplandHairStudio 10 месяцев назад

I’m so happy for you two. You both have worked so hard for this.

@forthrightnight 10 месяцев назад

Eric, if you're night vision is a little off try amber sunglasses at night, or when it's overcast, or foggy, or snowing. Same principle as the fog lights. Works for me.

@novampires223 10 месяцев назад

They make a big difference for sure.

@albertstahl3474 10 месяцев назад

Light amber sunglasses/gogles (with prescription lenses if necessary) are standard equipment for alpine skiing and work great while driving at night in foggy/snowy conditions - cheers from Belgium

@ablacksquare 10 месяцев назад

I’m not a mechanically inclined thinker but this was interesting to see your process and how simple some of the jobs were. It also seems like if you want to live at a certain level you have to make the necessary investments in learning, hard work, reliable goods and tenacity. You both display this every video.

@SamSung-ww3rp 10 месяцев назад

That tape on the board to make sure the new lights were lined up like the old ones, simple and brilliant!

@brentadler9539 10 месяцев назад

With the brake pads cooking, your pedal brake fade may have caused the brake fluid to boil and create vapor reducing the breaking efficiency. I would recommend a brake fluid change. Just speaking from experience as a mechanic.😊

@JamesDean-hk6zv 10 месяцев назад

Remember, diesel gels in cold weather. Fuel additive will be important. See what your tractor can burn in extreme cold, such as a kerosene blend.

@gregyohngy 10 месяцев назад

Ha! I made the same comment about cold weather fuel additives and kerosene, except I just mentioned for the heater.

@PoliteTeeth 10 месяцев назад

I would literally listen to either of you read from a jar of Mayo for 6 hours. 😂 another great video ❤

@StarshineInTHEnorth 10 месяцев назад

Haha☺️ nice🪶

@TheMartywall 10 месяцев назад

Hi Eric & Ariel, Just a small word of caution, when doing welding on any modern machinery, best to remove the Ground/Earth from the battery and disconnect the alternator, to avoid any electrical damage to your vehicles/equipment. Love the videos. Best wishes from Ireland.

@robertheintz8017 9 месяцев назад

Better yet, just clamp on the light rack. Now there is a spot to rust where the weld is.

@hombredeacero3131 10 месяцев назад

Massive difference on the lighting. Loved the gigantic V in the sky that the feathered friends displayed.

@janninehaslam9204 10 месяцев назад

Excited a new video from my favourite Alaskan homesteaders!!!! Love the long vlogs . I'm still binge watching your earlier vlogs.....all your hard work over the spring and summer, you can both enjoy your rest now ❤❤❤❤ xjx

@di4085 10 месяцев назад

I'm impressed with all of the modifications that you made on your equipment. My father would enjoy watching this since he's always tinkering on things. It's nice to know that you're older Toyota Tundra has over 300,000 Mi and is still going strong. I like the hanger shell that you have your equipment stored in. That's a different shape compared to what I've seen.

@frederickmoller 10 месяцев назад

Toyota vehicles are generally the best and long lasting, I owned an 1982 4X4 base Hilux and it was the best truck that I ever owned next to my 1996 Ford F150 base 4X4 both awesome trucks.

@halfabee 10 месяцев назад

I had my phone in my hand and the notification came through and there was already 8 likes.

@catgynt9148 10 месяцев назад

6 minutes in and 338 👍🏼

@user-mk2zk1fl5i 10 месяцев назад

I was late at 25 mins... 1.3k likes 😅❤

@ithinkdoyou 10 месяцев назад

36 minutes and it is 1.7k

@Maranatha49 10 месяцев назад

Well deserved for noble folks 👏

@julesgitu8287 10 месяцев назад

I like before I watch coz I know I am gonna like anyways 😊

@belieftransformation 10 месяцев назад

Great progress; thanks for sharing! You’re so good at planning & getting things done! Blessings to everyone 🤗💗🇨🇦

@suemckee1598 10 месяцев назад

Antifreeze is deadly to dogs and cats. They love the taste of it. Figure you already know that but I just had to say it. Please don't let your pets get near it before you clean it up. Great job on fixing the vehicle.

@Coyote-tc1ww 10 месяцев назад

They changed that years ago, not deadly anymore, but still get rid of it correctly

@pennykafai4645 10 месяцев назад

Whilst cat sitting my daughters cat whilst she was on honeymoon it somehow ingested anti freeze no clue where he got it. Took him to emergency vet they confirmed he has antifreeze in his system. He screamed in pain and the vet immediately put him out of his pain. It was the worst call I had to make to my daughter.

@paulastorm4213 10 месяцев назад

Moth balls for squirrels / mice to keep out around anything with wires

@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt 10 месяцев назад

Well done on getting all your prep work done for the coming freezing weather and snow. The lights look amazing. What a difference. Stay safe. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🥰🥰🥰🥰

@robyn7287 10 месяцев назад

Seems like a design fault not to have lights higher up on the tractor. Well done. Every season requires so much work but Eric and Ariel are more than capable and find enjoyment in it all as we do watching them. 😊

@paulprigge1209 10 месяцев назад

They are pretty particular with rollover protection system rops About adding anything to it. It will void your warranty or whatever

@edgarwillcut6265 10 месяцев назад

I love how far you kids have come since you left the lower 48, and may God bless you 2 this winter

@Bushmoose 10 месяцев назад

I cant believe you guys don't have at least a million subs yet? You both are so resilient and down to earth and it's such a joy to watch your channel!

@suzannesnow7485 10 месяцев назад

Awesome work! Eric & Arielle, that was most EN-LIGHTENING!😉❤

@leonzios10 10 месяцев назад

As soon as you mentioned the block heater and the fact you might lose "a bit" of the coolant, I knew exactly what was going to happen lol. Much love from Canada.

@spingirl4855 10 месяцев назад

You are extremely talented at fixing just about everything!!

@madzabinga8382 10 месяцев назад

Eric, my dude. You make it look too easy. You're like a professional Alaskan!

@stephaniemahar6870 10 месяцев назад

Seriously Eric and Ariel, How the heck do you know how to do all this stuff. I only know how to put gas in my car. Lol. I admire you both for all you know how to do!!!

@vickieyoung7122 10 месяцев назад

Is there anything Eric can't fix or build ? This guy's amazing !

@charlenegrady8781 10 месяцев назад

Great job today Eric. Looks like you are as prepared as you can be for the winter. Thank you for sharing. Take care. Have a blessed weekend✌️🥰🇺🇸

@GardeningwithPurpose329 10 месяцев назад

So awesome to have a very knowledgeable husband like Eric! ❤

@mybeautifullifewithhuskys1101 10 месяцев назад

Great video guys I can’t wait for your winter adventures!! Love your channel you guys are so inspiring and am looking forward to the new area photography..hi to Bo and Bandit xo

@thoryl4375 10 месяцев назад

Both of you simply amaze me, unbelievable the knowledge you have on any job you tackle,well done and your lights will give you the safety required to drive in Alaska at night..we have same problem with kangaroos and emu here in Australia

@deannacalef3513 10 месяцев назад

When we lived in Fairbanks, we plugged in our jeep to keep it working. The only time the jeep didnt work was during a long power outage. That took some effork to defrost the jeep, but it worked out. I think there are a major contingency of guardian angels in Alaska. May they be with you. ❤

@chrissaucier9386 10 месяцев назад

Its certainly getting here. Its funny seeing the sun rise and set in the south 😂 Crazy to think about what kind of cold we're slowly rolling into

@dougrobins8291 10 месяцев назад

That white crud on the positive terminal of your truck battery will continue to build until the electrical connection is broken. I'd suggest that you remove the connector and scrape an wire brush the white dust off, and after reattaching everything, make a strong solution of baking soda and water and brush the connector and top of the battery...it will foam as it neutralizes the acid from the battery....and you just rinse it off with a lot of water. Preventative maintenance that is just about free.

@DeanJohnson67 10 месяцев назад

love the yearly winter prep videos! Also already received the large SLA 2024 Calendars!

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

Wowza that was fast! Thank you ❤😊

@jeanneamato8278 10 месяцев назад

You are so freaking amazing at learning and using your knowledge. Ariel is also amazing. Anyone would thrilled to have her knowledge. I’d watch you even if your vid was 4 hours.

@marthaturki4891 10 месяцев назад

We are still in the nineties and using our A/C. The snow is beautiful!❤❤🐾🐾

@MiMi34652 10 месяцев назад

4 days & 24K...wow! I love watching these 2 working so hard...I am somewhat envious but planning to start my 23 yr dream of developing a place in the midwest. I've wanted to live a rural life since I was a kid. Made some wrong turns along the way but headed in the right direction now. Eric & Arielle , you are an inspiration to me ❤

@katieleonard6391 10 месяцев назад

You're both very talented DIY'ers! The new led Tundra lights are so much better. Enjoy!! 💙

@Jinz-re2hh 10 месяцев назад

The amber will be really noticeable when you're driving through a snow storm or heavy snow much better than regular color

@HelgaHands117 10 месяцев назад

Love you both! So glad I found you! You’re doing an amazing job! During excessive heat in AZ from July to September I was able to binge watch and enjoy every movie you posted for the last 5 years!while you’re hunkering down for winter we’re opening back up down here in the south west to fishing, hunting, winter garden and my chickens and quail enjoying cooler weather! Keep your vehicles and tools in good shape as they’ll thank you for it and last for years to come!

@carolbamforth7475 10 месяцев назад

Yup we do block heaters in Canada. Something we do is a wrap around type blanket on the battery…… again another 🇨🇦 thing. Can purchase at Canadian Tire.

@scottperine8027 10 месяцев назад

I’m enjoying this class immensely,you guys have always had the best chemistry and attitudes covering some very technical jobs,kudos!!!

@mkbarber65 10 месяцев назад

Hi from Ontario Canada! Just a cautionary word, the block heater is likely 1500w, with the trickle charger, oil pan heater and the battery heater you may trip the 15A circuit. I would suggest the block heater should be on its own single circuit to prevent not having any of your heaters functioning when you need them the most. My wife and I watch your videos together and we both love the scenery and just the day to day activities. Be well and stay safe

@jjallie18 10 месяцев назад

It always looks so beautiful in winter!❤

@lauramason9250 9 месяцев назад

I can't believe I just sat and watched a 46 minute video of vehicle maintenance for Alaska cold weather. I'm in Dallas TX, and nothing you did applies to me. And yet I watched and was totally enthralled through the whole video!! 😄💜

@panhandleoff-roadranch2212 10 месяцев назад

Don’t forget diesel anti gel. Power service is my favorite I use it in my semi truck.

@ciberbri59 10 месяцев назад

I’ve been looking into dual battery systems and there’s lots of good videos by knowledgeable guys. Generally you don’t want to charge starter batteries and deep cycle batteries from the same alternator without adding a dc-dc charger to isolate them from each other. $100-$200. Hope that helps. Much respect for the thorough and energetic way you guys prepare for winter in Alaska. Brrrrrrrr!

@PaullaWells 10 месяцев назад

Great light upgrade and I'd say much needed. I am so glad y'all finally put the heaters on the trucks. You'll be so glad when it gets to the coldest there because without them you'd shatter your fan belt.

@danamama6766 10 месяцев назад

I loved all of this but the thing that always melts me is how you care for the dogs (and all creatures you have) and happy again to see you bracing with winterizing and preparing. That was a brilliant way of aiming your lights. hugs and luv

@jd37691 10 месяцев назад

Yes, I'm a licensed veterinary nurse & it warns my heart to see how well they care for their animals. I'm in a business where I see a lot of un-cared for & abused animals. 😢

@bonniedugle1763 10 месяцев назад

A " handy" man is a wife's true blessing. Love love a man who can fix things. Eric, you are awesome!!

@joesphbest3120 10 месяцев назад

My favorite couple at work again, getting things done for the coming winter, nice having a place to put your truck, tractor, your other equipment. Putting lights on tractor is very smart as in winter doesn't get light very early there. May you two have a nice winter and all works out for you.😊❤❤👍🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹🌻🌻🌻

@ABNMPmama 10 месяцев назад

The Quonset hut is so impressive. Seeing all that white, cold floof on the floor makes me curious on how y’all will finish enclosing it. I’ll be back to finish watching this video after the sun goes down. It’s a beautiful 73° in Oklahoma, and too much to do! ❤️

@debrasaints3809 10 месяцев назад

My favorite Alaskan couple! Y’all got lots of work done. I sure hope you get that heater working Eric. Those two fur babies really love to be warm and snuggly. The shop sure did turn out handy. After this winter I’ll bet your solar panel project will really get going. Eric your work ethic is amazing. I love how you don’t give up and figure it out. Y’all work together so well. I missed y’all cooking together this time. I look forward to your next projects. It will be interesting to see how cold it gets there. But, it seems like you got everything ready for the winter. Y’all stay warm. Sending blessings and live 🙏🏼

@juliewood6513 10 месяцев назад

You guys make off-grid living look so easy. We all could use next door neighbors like you guys.

@herbertjanzen3707 10 месяцев назад

My grandpa who built his house and cottage, was a barber with his own business, fixed any vehicle issue and fished many Saskatchewan lakes would tell you that as you get older the brain can always figure out what to do in any situation but the body will eventually fail. Good vibes. Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

@glenwaldner7178 10 месяцев назад

Hey Eric, if you plugged that block heater in without antifreeze in the block it’s a good chance you burned it out! Like using a electric kettle without water.

@davidbarnett4246 10 месяцев назад

When i grow up I want to be like Eric. I am 62

@berniecoles2337 10 месяцев назад

Nothing like burning diesel to save the planet doing a DPF regen. 🤪 Thanks for sharing your life with us, your videos are well presented and informative. It gives a great perspective of life in Alaska and how to cope with the seasons. Best wishes from Wales, UK.

@MaineUSA 10 месяцев назад

This Is a joke

@stubbi 10 месяцев назад

If you really heat up the tractor and use it more and more agressively you do not need to regen.

@yassinecherite4046 10 месяцев назад

Living in Alaska is good❤❤❤, fun, and different at the same time from other places, and as wonderful as it is at the same time, it is difficult because Alaska requires material resources, meaning that you must have all the means and tools that help you live in Alaska and be prepared for any particularly harsh conditions. in Winter❄⛈🧤 and I love your channel so much

@lynnloehr1566 10 месяцев назад

We are getting ready for winter too, in Wyoming. Hubby just put amber fog lights on our truck too! We always learn something watching your videos. Great video as always. We had snow last week but it's been 60 this week.

@fiziksgeek3562 10 месяцев назад

I’d recommend getting another warning pad and warm the hydro fluid on the tractor also. You are putting a lot of effort into the wanting the engine, you’ll hop on and start running with cold transmission fluid!

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tip!

@kellysmith948 10 месяцев назад

I have watched you both for 4 yrs now and still love your channel. I wait until my 8 kids go to bed so gives me something to look forward to watching.

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

Glad we can give you some alone time ;)

@aazelyen 10 месяцев назад

The freeze plugs on the engine are so when you don't have the correct coolant solution in your engine and it freezes, when the water expands and turns into ice it pushes the plugs out rather than cracking your engine block.

@cassidyarmstrong7173 10 месяцев назад

You guys make me so happy!! Thank you for allowing us to see all of your adventures through video. Makes me smile every time I get a notification. =) Runnells, Iowa.

@ss4jarmon 10 месяцев назад

Excellent. Bright lights, now yall can see sasquatch as it crosses the roads

@Bear-yh6cv 10 месяцев назад

I just got a call from the space station and they are asking if you can stop blinding them with your new lights lol 😂❤ Amazing job guys, those new light look amazing 👍🏻

@heidihughes8806 10 месяцев назад

Gosh Eric, is there anything you can't do! Between you both you can tackle anything!! That's one of the reasons I love watching your videos. You are both so practical and always organised and prepared for any eventuality, everything you do is so professionally done, from everyday tasks to any major jobs. You are ying and yang, always on the same page and you are thriving, living the Alaskan life. Thank you so much for sharing your fascinating lives with us 💕💕💕

@maryricketts8526 10 месяцев назад

Great lights. Going to make a HUGE difference.

@adriaschumann9641 10 месяцев назад

I have perhaps strange questions to ask you. 1) Do you celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas with family and friends up there or just by yourselves? Have you considered buying those cinch belts to wear when you are lifting heavy stuff to protect your spine? I used to be one who thought she could do anything at any time, and now as a senior, I'm paying some spinal 'bills'. Where do you guys for medical treatment? How far away is it from your new homestead? I worry about you two pioneers. On a practical matter, will you put roll-down garage doors to the hug to keep the winter snow and winds out? I think you should write a book called PIONEERING IN ALASKA. Eric, you are amazing in what you know how to do! You couldn't have a better partner in pioneering than Aerial. Thank you for taking the time to answer.

@richardmelanson7947 10 месяцев назад

OMG that is a lot of work to do on the trucks. You know a lot about the mechanics and all the electrical components needed to function properly during such low temperatures in Alaska. Until your next video,take care and be safe. (Judy NB)🌲🇨🇦

@sandymyers1182 10 месяцев назад

Better watch out for squirrels and/or chipmunks if you have them. Squirrels chewed through the wiring in my daughter’s newish car TWICE, to the tune of over 3 grand. She was not amused.

@cherylmiller-day5932 10 месяцев назад

Well done🎉👏👏 WOW, So much work preparing for winter. That shop is AWESOME!!

@loufarbus2330 10 месяцев назад

You two are literally worth your weight in gold. Imagine how much it would have cost to take all those vehicles into a shop and have someone else do all that work. Amazing range of skills to have.

@tonyjones9715 10 месяцев назад

I always look forward to seeing your videos. You both get me Wishing I was young again. I have spent most of my life in Alaska. God bless you both. Will be looking forward to the next one.😊

@timkirkpatrick9155 10 месяцев назад

Love the calendar Arielle! Now about the end walls or closures? Hmmm? I have to warn you, with the right wind you will not believe the packed drifts that can form INSIDE an arch! Beautiful day! BTW Cayenne pepper powder repels squirrels. Sprinkle liberally.

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the tip 🙂 we imagine it will get quite a bit of snow but we plan to get the walls up next spring. So glad to hear you liked the calendar ❤

@kelvinnance8371 10 месяцев назад

Hi you folks, You are really energetic as the season comes on. Just a thought, you could possibly hook up a remote control in order to turn on whichever vehicle you will need to take out. Plus, since I've missed an episode on the Quonset, is it your intention to eventually close in either or both ends, perhaps have big roll-up doors, and insulate? Or is the hut to be essentially a large vehicle & equipment storage and work bay? Hope you are just about set to go into the deep freeze. The Hunter's Moon is upon us, even now. Be well, be happy, be at peace, friends. ☺

@auntielaura5 10 месяцев назад

They plan on adding end walls with large roll-up doors, they just ran out of good weather. It’s going to be heated as well.

@tjs114 10 месяцев назад

Projector headlights do draw a lot more power, so yeah, a new battery will probably help; but remember not to leave the headlights on without the vehicle running because they'll draw it down really fast. You might also want to check the headlight fuse as well.

@maryearly3259 10 месяцев назад

Awesome job! 😁🤗

@micheleharris2361 10 месяцев назад

What a lot of work! I love seeing you tackle the weather prep - it always amazes me how much you are able to do, and it makes me wonder what you used to do before you 'retired'. Then you say that you're learning new things all the time - very cool! Nice to see you, too, Arielle! :D

@west33monroe22 10 месяцев назад

Curious, are you going to cover the entrances so snow doesn’t get in?

@di4085 10 месяцев назад

I'm assuming he is because he said he wasn't finished yet. It will make a world of difference.

@Miss449686 10 месяцев назад

My calendar 2024 arrived today -- pictures are great. I highly recommend this to anyone who loves beauty of nature and animals.

@SimpleLivingAlaska 10 месяцев назад

Wonderful!

@vincei4252 10 месяцев назад

first

@SJC49 10 месяцев назад

What a bonus to have a huge space out of the elements to work on anything you want. You were so smart to put up the hut before you tackled other big projects. When it’s heated I can see things like furniture refinishing, small item painting projects, etc. being so comfortable to work on. 😍🇨🇦