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16:27 why don’t you use waste cooking oil instead of wood?? put a container with a little bit of oil and some rags and fire it up!!! and keep this beautiful girl relaxed 😘
@@kennethhunt324 Yes cleats strapped onto your boots on icy surfaces, are a hip and back saver and helps prevent broken bones especially if you're no longer youthful and spry. I know the youthful deficit doesn't apply to you young people but an absolute necessity for seniors such as me. Keep some on hand for grandparents when they visit.
Hi guys if you out in the snow work get a Billy and but some colls in sid the Billy and then you can warm up your hands will your work out sid in the snow .?
Your refreshing confidence and positive attitude in light of any demoralizing encounter is what makes for Oliver’s happy and comfortable upbringing. He’s very lucky to have you two!
GREAT filming on this one guys! It doesn't always have to be a project. We just like seeing the whole gang and what you're up to. Riley, Courtney, Oliver, the dogs, everyday life.. This is awesome!
Love watching Courtney running the equipment. The obvious joy she gets from it is contagious. Riley has energy to burn. You two are made for each other! Oliver is a cutie!
If you split a log in half and space the two flat surfaces of wood an inch apart inside your wood stove, you will no longer require any kindling. Place a sheet of newspaper between the two flat surfaces and light it. The flames will travel vertically and the heat will radiate back and forth between the two flat surfaces. I have used this method for over 40 years. I can start my fireplace in literally minutes with only one sheet of newspaper and two flat surfaces of wood facing each other.
Liked the cooperation. He even got to use her gloves. Wonder what kind they were my dad would like a set of heated work gloves. I never used ca snow blower for cleaning snow off a trailer.
I forgot to add another tip for getting better traction on the ice for the skid steer. You can take short sheet metal screws and screw them into the rubber tread of a skid steer's tracks, it is like having studs in snow tires. And I noticed the new Ford Lightning pickup, is it the long range version? I have a friend who has the Mustang Mach E EV and it really suffers from range degradation in the cold, 30-50% depending on the temp! Keep the old diesel Ford plugged in during the cold weather!
Wow, dealing with winter out there is no joke. Also, love seeing Oli's personality coming out. We have a 11 month old and freshly turned 4 year old and know it's nice to see babies become toddlers!!
I really love the 30 minute videos they are awesome not to long to get boring not to short to not enjoy it its perfect i hope you can continue doing these 30 minute awesome videos
I've stumbled on your channel here a few days ago and have been watching several of your videos. I love the content and wanted to say that your home and it's location are beautiful! You're a lucky family all things considered with the little one and the property... Keep the content coming. New subscriber here ;)
I love your wife's willingness. Its a great quality to have in a life partner. Having that YES support system gets so much more accomplished that really in turn helps her and the whole. I wish more women understood this.
As someone who lives in a southern hemisphere subtropical climate, I like that I live somewhere where I don't have to worry about home heating in winter (for most of winter I get around in a t-shirt, except for 2-3 really cold days where I need a second layer). But I would love to spend a few days somewhere where it gets cold enough for snow, seems fun!
I know where about you are, used to take loads of logs up to Sandpoint and Naples. Love what you guys do. Keep up the hard work, it'll all be worth it!
I see next summers project. Outdoor permanent charging for the lightning, along with heater / charger outlets for the other vehicles. might need to run the generator a few extra times. Easier starts for everyone. Added bonus is that batteries last longer.
Puttung your dalie driver you depend on inside the heated house (or a at least above freezing section you close in) is the more reliable option. This also is trugh for snowblowers, scridsteers, army truck what ever you realy need as a backup or heavy equipent for elaring. Prepairing is also everything. there are large pullsaws with 1m stick or even teleskoping types on it to clear out such falling trees.. buy a bunch and throw it in every vehicle. also a snow shovel. yea it might need time or more strength but you dont depend on bringing a charger chainsaw. but the little cheap ones are something you also maybee put everywhere. also some leave blowers to remove snow easy.. but you have to bring the equipment with you when leaving the house.. and if you use 2 verhicles independent from each outher you need 2 sets. the gelling up diesel and empty batteries who is seen on every deep winter channel i also never understand. you take your 1000l tank or ibc and fill it up with regular diesel and now you add the right amount of additive to get it down to -30°C and some stuff to get out the water. run everyrthing almost dry put ther mixture in it let it idle for 20min. old fashin batteries have to come out in the winter and stored in warm garage. put quick disconnect on everyrthing maybee a beter bracket to slide them in and buy you some liio starter kits. for 24v put 2 of them in series. best solution would allways be to not use diesel engines. i know its not everywhere an option bit gasoline works also in -30° without problem with the fuel.
We moved to Mullan in Sept. of 73. By march of 74, we couldn't see out our windows due to snow. I could literally walk off my roof. So yes, it does snow a lot up there sometimes.
You two make fun video showing all of your escapades but the best parts are Ollie smiling and laughing. He is such a great little guy. Blessings to you three.
F350 is a Diesel? Keep in mind: The Diesel is moved to the engine, and any not used diesel is going back into the tank. So letting it run idle for some time will actually heat up the Diesel tank as well and it will run better and better despite cold weather. Does it have a heated Filter? You can get heated Filters which will make cold winter starts MUCH easier.
I would not split wood directly on gravel or stone, because when you get to the end of your “log” the stones will dull your ax very quickly (see 18:45 onward). Always use another log underneath the one you are splitting.
I think your next big pre-winter project is to build enclosed garages for your vehicles...or maybe at least some covered carports would help a little. 😄
We always keep anti gel on hand for equipment and trucks up here in northern BC even with the winter fuel additives we sometimes require the anti gel as well
I’ve got the same issues with my batteries on top of my mountain, my solution was an insulated box around them with a flat chicken coop heater connected to a thermocube thermostatic switch, kicks on at 35 if I recall. Cheap way to make sure you don’t freeze your batteries and no trips to the shed to control temps.
Worked in North Dakota for 6 years. I drove a Military truck as my daily driver. I asked a local farmer how he started his tractors when not hooked up to a block heater in the below 0 Temps. He told me to keep a tray, lighter and a bag of charcoal in my truck. Fill the pan with the charcoal, light it and slide under the oil pan, heats up the truck to start :)
When I pumped gas in the 70’s in northern Minnesota we had to use #1 fuel oil for diesel engines. Otherwise the normal diesel would get up bad. I once saw a truck with saddle tanks with slushy diesel. I imagine you have the same issues in Idaho.
You two are a riot, and super mom is great. Riley I hope you know how lucky you are to be married to such an awesome woman. She is so jazzed to work as hard as you do and both of you will make Oliver a great person from your teaching Keep up the good work.
I'm sitting here on the Oregon coast and shivering from watching this. My wife and I had considered moving up to the Sandpoint area; I'm glad we decided to stay put. Rare snow!
In very cold winters, buy #1 diesel ( less power but will not gel)and maintain about 50% blend plus anti gel is a good idea also..also block heater like u know is a big help.. I ranched in NE Oregon & fed round bales every day so starting an old diesel tractor was mandatory.. great videos!
I see a pole carport project next year for all the vehicle with hydro plugin for block heaters make one end big enough for the dozer You just might need it for a super snow storm it's not unheard of eight foot dumps of snow ever once and awhile set blade on angle before it gets cold
So cool you got a Lightning! I've had mine a year and a half, 18kmi. and its by far the coolest thing I've ever owned, you will love yours... and A great place to use and store that extra solar power too... Can't wait to see it chained up and eating snow (or maybe a set of Hakkapeliittas)... also, it will 100% tow anything your 7.3 will up that hill🙂
I'm not sure if it will work in your conditions, I have done this several times and it helps in starting something that is really cold. Before starting your vehicle turn on the headlights for about 15 seconds.Then turn them off. Try starting after that. The method of turning the lights on first is to help in heating up your battery. A warm battery will give you a better chance of the vehicle starting.
I came across your videos by accident searching for solar and stayed for your journey. I see a beautiful family just out living and having fun! I would suggest putting camera in your solar sheet so you can monitor the space heater.
Oliver is so stinkin' cute! I am so happy that cold snap is over, was fun but also learned a lot about the limits on my property. lol. -20 was too much. Give me 5-25 all day, lol. This video was AMAZING. Thanks for taking us along for the full adventure. Looking forward to seeing what comes now that you guys' have a brake again. Looking forward to the other updates with those fun little easter eggs.
You should get the right chains for the Ford. That means front and rear end and the sized ones. Put them on in the Fall just before the Snow comes. This is from Experience and you won't have to fight it.
Excellent video, thanks. I’m intrigued by the Ford Lightning and would appreciate a video dedicated to its cold weather functionality and how it drives in the snow.
Courtney, I'm surprise Ole Reilly hasn't built you an elevator to raise the firewood from the garage up to the living quarters level. It could probably be used to elevate groceries, etc., etc., etc...... LOL I've got an EXTRA drive unit for an Acorn Stair Climber. You could have it for shpg charges... it is geared to handle up to 275#. We have a whole setup to "haul Linda" up and down the stairs. That would be 13 steps with 7" treads and 8" risers. I had a quick trip down early last month. I caught my heel on the top step with both hands full and rolled to the bottom. I broke my collar bone and really beat up one of my cowboy hats. That beating could have been my head...... You guys are a "hoot"!!!! Keep up the good work. I see so much of my activity in Reilly's activity. He's smarter than me but we tend to attack problems with the same determination.
What an awesome life you two have created! Oliver will never forget riding with his dad in the snow truck & these videos are pure gold. You deserve a minimum 500k subs 👏👍💕
Riley; I had the same problem of too many batteries and no way to keep them all plugged into 120v on battery tenders for a time, then I stumbled on a cheap 7 watt solar charger (panel size approx 6" x 10") available at my local Canadian Tire store, bought three of them, chopped off the cig lighter plug-ins and replaced with alligator clamps et-voila, leave them attached to batt terms and with the usual fuel additive treatment, no more dead batts when you need to get something running. I have gone to Fla for 6 months and upon return - everything spins fast and starts up.
You should save the "ashes" from the furnace toilet in something like a 50 or 75 gallon plastic lidded trash can and use it as fertilizer for a flower or vegetable garden. Poop and ashes as well as kitchen compost and fish heads and guts make wonderful fertilizer and since the poop is burned and "sterilized" there is no health concerns with it being human poop and possibly causing any illnesses, plus with the right "hanging bag" planter solution you can grow fresh veggies ( tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, zuccini, hot peppers, strawberries, garlic, onions, even potatoes with a indoor window planter box ) year round indoors with heating and appropriate access to sunlight ( windows ) or a grow light. In snowy winters just bring a bucket or two of snow inside to melt in the warm living space for irrigation so no drain of your limited water supply.
love the video's ...just a tip, when you connect the snow blower, it's much easier to connect when the skidsteer off .. because it makes pressure in the hydraulics system.. so when it's off there is less pressure . and easier to connect :D just a tip :D
Y’all need some outside electrical service points, for battery tenders, engine heaters. In extreme cold, engine heaters take a ridiculous amount of time to warm a cold soaked engine, if ever, for lack of circulation. Salamander style heater is a better bet.
If it was me, I'd get a space easer that reached the temperature plug it in and then comes on and off when it needs to that way, your batteries will always stay warm
You two are an inspiration to people who want to live off grid. First of all, you are so knowledgeable - nothing phases you - and, secondly, you are always cheerful and loving. It's a joy to watch you both
Open the two internal flaps to wide open on the sander chute, so it drops straight onto the spinner. That will help with the clogs. Adjust the lower flaps to keep material in the driving area. 37:01
Going way back to the beginnings of the channel, Riley and Courtney met in college through an off-roading group and I’m 99% sure Riley has a mechanical engineering degree.
it is common knowledge batteries(of any type) don't like the cold(power tools included), especially below 0 deg c(32F). Batteries don't freeze if they are discharging or charging. The trick is to keep a trickle charge on them.
Gloves, hat, scarf, and hood should all be employed at temperatures below 0 Fahrenheit, especially if you expect to be outside for longer than 20 minutes.
You think about adding some solar panels to the roof of the equipment shed? They would get plenty of sun light! Maybe you could hook up a tarp to the solar panels on the deck and let the snow slide off the panels and onto the ground?
You should set up a feeding station for your local wildlife. The reason those deer were there is because you cleared the snow and it gave them the opportunity to look for food without digging for it. All you need is a small spot you can clear with the skidsteer, get a roll bale of hay, build a small overhead roof for it, and watch the critters come - day and night. A mineral/salt block and maybe a corn dispenser. You son would rally enjoy seeing the animals as he gets older.
Not a good idea. idfg.idaho.gov/article/feeding-backyard-deer-and-elk-does-more-harm-good#:~:text=Issues%20all%20across%20the%20state,now%20illegal%20to%20feed%20deer.
@@kumatmebro315 - WRONG! I guess you think bird feeders are illegal? Feeding wildlife on your property in weather extremes is NOT a bad idea as long as it is done in a way that doesn't make them dependent on provided feed. A roll bale of hay, a wildlife food plot, or even cutting down a scraggly tree or two to provide forage is ideal - AND NONE OF THOSE ARE ILLEGAL!
More Lightning content please. I was very interested b4 the price hikes, low volume production, towing capacity hit to range, etc. Would love to hear more about why & when you got it, reviews, etc. Oh, and Ollie is a total scene stealer! 😎
If you want to shoot us an email we're happy to share a link to the heated gloves Courtney bought! contact@ambitionstrikes.com (More on the F150 soon!)
time to make an ice roller to break up ice on the road. basically a drum with a buttload of 12in chain sprockets. would the tire chains not fit on the lightning? is it a weight issue for traction? could you have put stuff in the box of the lightning? or maybe move the break closer to the tongue?
You kids are awesome yes you kids I’m in my 60s and oldest child is 41. I think it’s awesome how you never get discouraged and figure out what and how to do things. I wish all the kids coming up in the world could see you guys and learn from you. Please keep up the great work you give me a glimmer of hope for our country and future.
Extra off grid battery capacity. Looking forward to the video on this, but I’m sure the fact that the Ford lightning can feed Power back to your home is a big bonus for these guys!
I love our studded chains. Living in the mountains we spent more than $3,000 for chains on all of the wheels on our Kubota M5 tractor. The rear chains are so heavy it is hard just pulling them on the flat ground... But, they sure get the job done when they are on...
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16:27 why don’t you use waste cooking oil instead of wood?? put a container with a little bit of oil and some rags and fire it up!!! and keep this beautiful girl relaxed 😘
If you don't mind me asking What state are you in our country for that matter
Cleats…hello!
@@kennethhunt324 Yes cleats strapped onto your boots on icy surfaces, are a hip and back saver and helps prevent broken bones especially if you're no longer youthful and spry. I know the youthful deficit doesn't apply to you young people but an absolute necessity for seniors such as me. Keep some on hand for grandparents when they visit.
Hi guys if you out in the snow work get a Billy and but some colls in sid the Billy and then you can warm up your hands will your work out sid in the snow .?
Oliver is absolutely the most adorable, happy, delightful child on any of my channels that I regularly watch. What a joy.
I like that you add Celsius when you talk about temp, I convert to Fahrenheit for my American friends
Your refreshing confidence and positive attitude in light of any demoralizing encounter is what makes for Oliver’s happy and comfortable upbringing. He’s very lucky to have you two!
But then again, how much of a choice does Oliver have? Like maybe he could roll the dice and get better parents.
GREAT filming on this one guys! It doesn't always have to be a project. We just like seeing the whole gang and what you're up to. Riley, Courtney, Oliver, the dogs, everyday life.. This is awesome!
Oliver is such a cutey. He seams like such a happy baby. What a mischievous smile... 😊
Love watching Courtney running the equipment. The obvious joy she gets from it is contagious. Riley has energy to burn. You two are made for each other! Oliver is a cutie!
Oliver is a lucky boy to have such awesome parents who love and care for him so well and I can tell by his smile.
If you split a log in half and space the two flat surfaces of wood an inch apart inside your wood stove, you will no longer require any kindling. Place a sheet of newspaper between the two flat surfaces and light it. The flames will travel vertically and the heat will radiate back and forth between the two flat surfaces. I have used this method for over 40 years. I can start my fireplace in literally minutes with only one sheet of newspaper and two flat surfaces of wood facing each other.
Thanks! Oliver is so expressive! It brings Joy to my soul to watch the five of you work together, work, play and fulfill your dreams. Blessings.
Thank you so much Donald for your support!
Liked the cooperation. He even got to use her gloves. Wonder what kind they were my dad would like a set of heated work gloves. I never used ca snow blower for cleaning snow off a trailer.
I forgot to add another tip for getting better traction on the ice for the skid steer. You can take short sheet metal screws and screw them into the rubber tread of a skid steer's tracks, it is like having studs in snow tires. And I noticed the new Ford Lightning pickup, is it the long range version? I have a friend who has the Mustang Mach E EV and it really suffers from range degradation in the cold, 30-50% depending on the temp! Keep the old diesel Ford plugged in during the cold weather!
Thank you for sharing Oliver, he such a joy.
Wow, dealing with winter out there is no joke. Also, love seeing Oli's personality coming out. We have a 11 month old and freshly turned 4 year old and know it's nice to see babies become toddlers!!
It’s so much fun watching him learn something new every day!
I really love the 30 minute videos they are awesome not to long to get boring not to short to not enjoy it its perfect i hope you can continue doing these 30 minute awesome videos
I've stumbled on your channel here a few days ago and have been watching several of your videos. I love the content and wanted to say that your home and it's location are beautiful! You're a lucky family all things considered with the little one and the property...
Keep the content coming. New subscriber here ;)
No don't waste the ashes ,spread them on your ice spots . It work alot like salt ,and gives crazy traction.
Wood ashes are also very good for the garden.
Hard to spread your own waste, especially on things you walk on or plan to eat. 😂
@@jamess1787 Did you think about what you just said before you said it ?
@@jamess1787 Ever thought about what in what you eat ?
How good are you. A lady that chops up firewood. Every man's dream. 😊
I love your wife's willingness. Its a great quality to have in a life partner. Having that YES support system gets so much more accomplished that really in turn helps her and the whole. I wish more women understood this.
As someone who lives in a southern hemisphere subtropical climate, I like that I live somewhere where I don't have to worry about home heating in winter (for most of winter I get around in a t-shirt, except for 2-3 really cold days where I need a second layer). But I would love to spend a few days somewhere where it gets cold enough for snow, seems fun!
TYVM Little Oliver is now the star of the SHOW!!!! ❤🌟🌟🌟
I know where about you are, used to take loads of logs up to Sandpoint and Naples. Love what you guys do. Keep up the hard work, it'll all be worth it!
I love Oliver. Does that child ever cry?.. OMG I love his demeaner. 😘
Courtney, you’re the best wife Rily could ever ask for you’re amazing with the equipment
An utterly absorbing episode! Thank you for bringing us along.
adding up to 3% of kerosine is a good winter additive for diesel. We use it in military trucks during winter
I see next summers project. Outdoor permanent charging for the lightning, along with heater / charger outlets for the other vehicles. might need to run the generator a few extra times. Easier starts for everyone. Added bonus is that batteries last longer.
Depending on the wattage a wifi outlet for the block heater. I have a 150w oil pan heater on one.
Puttung your dalie driver you depend on inside the heated house (or a at least above freezing section you close in) is the more reliable option.
This also is trugh for snowblowers, scridsteers, army truck what ever you realy need as a backup or heavy equipent for elaring.
Prepairing is also everything. there are large pullsaws with 1m stick or even teleskoping types on it to clear out such falling trees.. buy a bunch and throw it in every vehicle. also a snow shovel. yea it might need time or more strength but you dont depend on bringing a charger chainsaw.
but the little cheap ones are something you also maybee put everywhere. also some leave blowers to remove snow easy.. but you have to bring the equipment with you when leaving the house.. and if you use 2 verhicles independent from each outher you need 2 sets.
the gelling up diesel and empty batteries who is seen on every deep winter channel i also never understand.
you take your 1000l tank or ibc and fill it up with regular diesel and now you add the right amount of additive to get it down to -30°C and some stuff to get out the water.
run everyrthing almost dry put ther mixture in it let it idle for 20min.
old fashin batteries have to come out in the winter and stored in warm garage. put quick disconnect on everyrthing maybee a beter bracket to slide them in and buy you some liio starter kits. for 24v put 2 of them in series.
best solution would allways be to not use diesel engines. i know its not everywhere an option bit gasoline works also in -30° without problem with the fuel.
We moved to Mullan in Sept. of 73. By march of 74, we couldn't see out our windows due to snow. I could literally walk off my roof. So yes, it does snow a lot up there sometimes.
Good Morning Sweet Family!! ☕️ ❤✨️🌞
Always amazed at how organized you guys are! Seeing that happy baby makes me smile and remember my kids.
You two make fun video showing all of your escapades but the best parts are Ollie smiling and laughing. He is such a great little guy. Blessings to you three.
F350 is a Diesel? Keep in mind: The Diesel is moved to the engine, and any not used diesel is going back into the tank. So letting it run idle for some time will actually heat up the Diesel tank as well and it will run better and better despite cold weather.
Does it have a heated Filter? You can get heated Filters which will make cold winter starts MUCH easier.
Oliver is so adorable! He always brings a smile to my face. You guys are doing such a great job!
Also you can point a propane heater at your sand truck engine loose tent to direct heat with soap roof metal, can be catalytic type or salamander
I’ll take a foot of snow over any ice! I absolutely love your together attitude, and of course, baby Oliver❤
I would not split wood directly on gravel or stone, because when you get to the end of your “log” the stones will dull your ax very quickly (see 18:45 onward). Always use another log underneath the one you are splitting.
I think your next big pre-winter project is to build enclosed garages for your vehicles...or maybe at least some covered carports would help a little. 😄
We always keep anti gel on hand for equipment and trucks up here in northern BC even with the winter fuel additives we sometimes require the anti gel as well
I’ve got the same issues with my batteries on top of my mountain, my solution was an insulated box around them with a flat chicken coop heater connected to a thermocube thermostatic switch, kicks on at 35 if I recall. Cheap way to make sure you don’t freeze your batteries and no trips to the shed to control temps.
I have a thermostatically controlled outlet that kicks on at 35 degrees and off at 45 degrees .
I would not be happy with an unattended fan heater. I think a tube heater would be a better option.
Worked in North Dakota for 6 years. I drove a Military truck as my daily driver. I asked a local farmer how he started his tractors when not hooked up to a block heater in the below 0 Temps. He told me to keep a tray, lighter and a bag of charcoal in my truck. Fill the pan with the charcoal, light it and slide under the oil pan, heats up the truck to start :)
When I pumped gas in the 70’s in northern Minnesota we had to use #1 fuel oil for diesel engines. Otherwise the normal diesel would get up bad. I once saw a truck with saddle tanks with slushy diesel. I imagine you have the same issues in Idaho.
So very cool seeing Boondog and Bailey out frolicking like the pups they are, and Laughing Oliver brightens the day every time.
Spontaneous filming I like it a lote, thanks, I like it a lot, thanks a lot.
You two are a riot, and super mom is great. Riley I hope you know how lucky you are to be married to such an awesome woman. She is so jazzed to work as hard as you do and both of you will make Oliver a great person from your teaching Keep up the good work.
I'm sitting here on the Oregon coast and shivering from watching this. My wife and I had considered moving up to the Sandpoint area; I'm glad we decided to stay put. Rare snow!
Oliver is looking good today. The snowblower on the skid steer works great too.
Usually the sanding trucks run the exhaust around the sander tub to keep it from freezing.
Oliver steals the show.
In very cold winters, buy #1 diesel ( less power but will not gel)and maintain about 50% blend plus anti gel is a good idea also..also block heater like u know is a big help.. I ranched in NE Oregon & fed round bales every day so starting an old diesel tractor was mandatory.. great videos!
Got to love winter! @ 28:30 The expression you’re looking for is to “hunker down.” To “bunker down” is not actually a thing.
I see a pole carport project next year for all the vehicle with hydro plugin for block heaters make one end big enough for the dozer You just might need it for a super snow storm it's not unheard of eight foot dumps of snow ever once and awhile set blade on angle before it gets cold
So cool you got a Lightning! I've had mine a year and a half, 18kmi. and its by far the coolest thing I've ever owned, you will love yours... and A great place to use and store that extra solar power too...
Can't wait to see it chained up and eating snow (or maybe a set of Hakkapeliittas)... also, it will 100% tow anything your 7.3 will up that hill🙂
I'm not sure if it will work in your conditions, I have done this several times and it helps in starting something that is really cold. Before starting your vehicle turn on the headlights for about 15 seconds.Then turn them off. Try starting after that. The method of turning the lights on first is to help in heating up your battery. A warm battery will give you a better chance of the vehicle starting.
Wood ash makes excellent soil improvement especially for anything that needs potassium fertilizer.
I came across your videos by accident searching for solar and stayed for your journey. I see a beautiful family just out living and having fun! I would suggest putting camera in your solar sheet so you can monitor the space heater.
Oliver is such a lovely boy happy chap really enjoying your snow fun 👍😁
Good tip I own a 7.3 as well when it’s very cold plug it in the night before helps a lot
Oliver is so stinkin' cute! I am so happy that cold snap is over, was fun but also learned a lot about the limits on my property. lol. -20 was too much. Give me 5-25 all day, lol.
This video was AMAZING. Thanks for taking us along for the full adventure. Looking forward to seeing what comes now that you guys' have a brake again. Looking forward to the other updates with those fun little easter eggs.
In Norway, we use studded tires. Works grate. So you dont need to Hasle with the chains. Like your video 👍
After you get below 10 degrees F you need to look at mittens with a glove inner liner.
You should get the right chains for the Ford. That means front and rear end and the sized ones. Put them on in the Fall just before the Snow comes. This is from Experience and you won't have to fight it.
Excellent video, thanks. I’m intrigued by the Ford Lightning and would appreciate a video dedicated to its cold weather functionality and how it drives in the snow.
I was raised in Canada. My dad had block heaters in all his vehicles. Winters were deadly cold.
A nice adventure with you guys. Glad to support you a little.
Courtney, I'm surprise Ole Reilly hasn't built you an elevator to raise the firewood from the garage up to the living quarters level. It could probably be used to elevate groceries, etc., etc., etc...... LOL
I've got an EXTRA drive unit for an Acorn Stair Climber. You could have it for shpg charges... it is geared to handle up to 275#. We have a whole setup to "haul Linda" up and down the stairs. That would be 13 steps with 7" treads and 8" risers. I had a quick trip down early last month. I caught my heel on the top step with both hands full and rolled to the bottom. I broke my collar bone and really beat up one of my cowboy hats. That beating could have been my head......
You guys are a "hoot"!!!! Keep up the good work. I see so much of my activity in Reilly's activity. He's smarter than me but we tend to attack problems with the same determination.
What an awesome life you two have created! Oliver will never forget riding with his dad in the snow truck & these videos are pure gold. You deserve a minimum 500k subs 👏👍💕
1/30/24 it was over 80 here in Texas, got a sunburn working on my truck. 1967 International pickup. Y'all enjoy the snow & cold.
Is the Kohler generator fixed?
Riley; I had the same problem of too many batteries and no way to keep them all plugged into 120v on battery tenders for a time, then I stumbled on a cheap 7 watt solar charger (panel size approx 6" x 10") available at my local Canadian Tire store, bought three of them, chopped off the cig lighter plug-ins and replaced with alligator clamps et-voila, leave them attached to batt terms and with the usual fuel additive treatment, no more dead batts when you need to get something running. I have gone to Fla for 6 months and upon return - everything spins fast and starts up.
You should save the "ashes" from the furnace toilet in something like a 50 or 75 gallon plastic lidded trash can and use it as fertilizer for a flower or vegetable garden. Poop and ashes as well as kitchen compost and fish heads and guts make wonderful fertilizer and since the poop is burned and "sterilized" there is no health concerns with it being human poop and possibly causing any illnesses, plus with the right "hanging bag" planter solution you can grow fresh veggies ( tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, zuccini, hot peppers, strawberries, garlic, onions, even potatoes with a indoor window planter box ) year round indoors with heating and appropriate access to sunlight ( windows ) or a grow light. In snowy winters just bring a bucket or two of snow inside to melt in the warm living space for irrigation so no drain of your limited water supply.
love the video's ...just a tip, when you connect the snow blower, it's much easier to connect when the skidsteer off .. because it makes pressure in the hydraulics system.. so when it's off there is less pressure . and easier to connect :D just a tip :D
Y’all need some outside electrical service points, for battery tenders, engine heaters. In extreme cold, engine heaters take a ridiculous amount of time to warm a cold soaked engine, if ever, for lack of circulation. Salamander style heater is a better bet.
If it was me, I'd get a space easer that reached the temperature plug it in and then comes on and off when it needs to that way, your batteries will always stay warm
Your little boy is gonna have a blast stair playing with all those toys that his dad built he’s gonna have so much fun
For the space heater you could get a smart thermometer sensor to turn on and off the heater depending on the temperature in the shipping container
I appreciate you guys keeping it real. 👍
Thanks for watching!
You two are an inspiration to people who want to live off grid. First of all, you are so knowledgeable - nothing phases you - and, secondly, you are always cheerful and loving. It's a joy to watch you both
Thank you for including C°.
an old tire is a great trick for holding logs together for chopping kindling too, just pack it tight and go to town
So did you install new Back-up propane generator and replace broken one? Short video Please
Our video next week will have an update on this!
thank you
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It is all very pretty snow. Would not be my choice of a place to live. Still these folks are very gratifying to watch. Keep up the good work guys!
Great video! Sorry I couldn't live there in the winter, my old bones just wouldn't move! Take care, Tom
Open the two internal flaps to wide open on the sander chute, so it drops straight onto the spinner. That will help with the clogs. Adjust the lower flaps to keep material in the driving area. 37:01
Oliver looks so happy riding in the army truck.
He loved it!
Who WOULDN'T be happy riding in the army truck?! Lol!
I really like the patina look of the garage door. To keep it from going to far south look at Dry Juice. I watched a couple put it on their van.
Miss one before winner check, check belt on sand spender
like it 💯💯💯 thank you for bringing us along.
You have a mind of a engineer your amazing ! I love your channel content .
Going way back to the beginnings of the channel, Riley and Courtney met in college through an off-roading group and I’m 99% sure Riley has a mechanical engineering degree.
it is common knowledge batteries(of any type) don't like the cold(power tools included), especially below 0 deg c(32F). Batteries don't freeze if they are discharging or charging. The trick is to keep a trickle charge on them.
thoroughly enjoyable watching- thank you for sharing :)
Gloves, hat, scarf, and hood should all be employed at temperatures below 0 Fahrenheit, especially if you expect to be outside for longer than 20 minutes.
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You think about adding some solar panels to the roof of the equipment shed? They would get plenty of sun light! Maybe you could hook up a tarp to the solar panels on the deck and let the snow slide off the panels and onto the ground?
You should set up a feeding station for your local wildlife. The reason those deer were there is because you cleared the snow and it gave them the opportunity to look for food without digging for it. All you need is a small spot you can clear with the skidsteer, get a roll bale of hay, build a small overhead roof for it, and watch the critters come - day and night. A mineral/salt block and maybe a corn dispenser. You son would rally enjoy seeing the animals as he gets older.
Not a good idea. idfg.idaho.gov/article/feeding-backyard-deer-and-elk-does-more-harm-good#:~:text=Issues%20all%20across%20the%20state,now%20illegal%20to%20feed%20deer.
That is not only a bad idea, it is illegal
@@kumatmebro315 - WRONG! I guess you think bird feeders are illegal? Feeding wildlife on your property in weather extremes is NOT a bad idea as long as it is done in a way that doesn't make them dependent on provided feed. A roll bale of hay, a wildlife food plot, or even cutting down a scraggly tree or two to provide forage is ideal - AND NONE OF THOSE ARE ILLEGAL!
More Lightning content please. I was very interested b4 the price hikes, low volume production, towing capacity hit to range, etc. Would love to hear more about why & when you got it, reviews, etc.
Oh, and Ollie is a total scene stealer! 😎
Where did you get the heated gloves? When did you get the lightening?
If you want to shoot us an email we're happy to share a link to the heated gloves Courtney bought! contact@ambitionstrikes.com (More on the F150 soon!)
time to make an ice roller to break up ice on the road. basically a drum with a buttload of 12in chain sprockets. would the tire chains not fit on the lightning? is it a weight issue for traction? could you have put stuff in the box of the lightning? or maybe move the break closer to the tongue?
You kids are awesome yes you kids I’m in my 60s and oldest child is 41. I think it’s awesome how you never get discouraged and figure out what and how to do things. I wish all the kids coming up in the world could see you guys and learn from you. Please keep up the great work you give me a glimmer of hope for our country and future.
Ok. Ok. We were -40 o but -50 with the wind chill in Alberta .😅
Woah, that is cold!!!
Great video! Consider building a rack off the deck that you can set a tote of firewood on with the skidsteer.No more carrying wood up steps.
When did get the Ford Lighting? saving on fuel cost I see
More on the soon!
Extra off grid battery capacity. Looking forward to the video on this, but I’m sure the fact that the Ford lightning can feed Power back to your home is a big bonus for these guys!
I love our studded chains. Living in the mountains we spent more than $3,000 for chains on all of the wheels on our Kubota M5 tractor. The rear chains are so heavy it is hard just pulling them on the flat ground... But, they sure get the job done when they are on...