My chainsaw fell down the cliff! (But we have 3 walls now!) The Cabin on a Cliff series.
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode on the Cabin on a Cliff series! We are staying overnight again!
In this video I get the third wall installed, and also saw my chainsaw fly down that steep cliff, crashing and banging to lord knows where. Will I find it? Did it break?
I am getting so excited at this point as it's really starting to feel like an actual cabin now. I have both gable ends to work on (sourcing/spluring on windows for the front of the cabin, and closing in the rear gable end). SO CLOSE friends!
I also answer a few common questions I get in the comments, so I hope they clarify things a little for people.
Thanks for joining me and see you in the next video!
Please continue to wear the blue down jacket. We recognise it as your uniform and it is far from being destroyed. The duct tape patches personalize it and like service medals they document the gallant projects you have been through together.
Michy, Just a thought for consideration before you start cutting holes in the roof for the stove chimney, if you can possibly exit the chimney through the top of the wall. This will give you maximum heating, without compromising your metal roof. You'll need some angled jointed pipe, but having a watertight roof must be a priority. Well done, on the chainsaw recovery. Regards Robin.
Yeah, it’s possible. I’m not sure how that affects the pipe I already have based on a roof exit. I can ask the company.
Cleaning the chimney will be a major hassle if there are any bends in it.
That's a good idea. I think positoning it off-center would also be better, so there is a small space to store wood next to it. And if she decides to run the chimney through the roof, she will avoid the roof joise, which is almost in the middle.
Good morning Michelle!
I really enjoy your videos!
I agree with running the chimney pipe through the wall instead of the roof. If you would like some ideas on that, I have seen several installations on the Bush radical UA-cam channel.
Keep up the good work, I look forward to seeing your videos every week!
I think as few bends as possible is best. I would go straight up through the roof. Plus you will have better drafting. If you encounter the roof joist no big deal just cut it and box it in.
The stove pipe doesn’t have to go threw the ceiling, put it out the side of the wall you’ll have less chances of water damage
The side chimney costs alot more
@@wildandliving It's just once though.
I can’t think of a better way to spend my Sunday morning after going to church. Great video.
The very beginning gave me a Blair Witch Project feel.
I think The North Face should send you another jacket since you’ve been giving them free advertising.
I can’t wait to see what the trail cam catches.
Your hammering is seriously impressive. I don't know many people who can hammer a nail like that without bending it. Like everything else you do, outstanding work!
I have said it before AND, I have to say it again...THANK YOU AGAIN for showing the beautiful scenery that I will never be able to see in person, I am very impressed by your work alone in the wilderness where a lot of bad things could happen. Good Luck AND stay safe.
You are a remarkable person. I admire your spunk, ambition and analytical skills to get the job done. Everyday you learn something new and you should be so proud of yourself!
I'm sure you've noticed how handy those saw horses have been for ya. Since you've made them Cabin's coming along Mishy ...looking good. That story would make a good commercial and " it's stihl alive " LOL Just goes to show its a tough little saw. Have a good one..mishy and stay safe out there.
Taco / Burrito Tuesday perhaps? Add a sign outsign "Stalag 14" lol I bet Steve will get a kick out of it. :P
Love the coat patching! My sentiments exactly. The outer material of those coats is just about worthless when ANYTHING tears at it. Heaven forbid a blackberry thorn meet it. Be well.
Steve is one smart man! Ship engineer? Amazing!
Steve was a marine engineer in his previous career!
@@michygoss7148 right on:) I can see why you keep him around lol jk:p excited to see your tours this year! Be safe n have fun! Thanks for sharing!
❤ Hi from Deep South Texas. Great seeing your new Video. ❤ Stay beautiful 🥰
It's all fun and games until someone loses their chainsaw. Thank you for explaining how your doing the walls. Michy you made some serious progress, awesome job. Have a good week and God bless amen.
Great chainsaw recovery. Cabin is coming along very well. You do good work and thanks for sharing. Have a grand day.
You are so inspiring! Stay safe Michy 🙏
@Maria CANCER Praying for GOD'S healing and peace!
Thanks for the insulation explanation. At first I thought, oh spray foam the interior. But I really like your idea of having the wood on the inside and building up the layers on the outside. Great progress and great jacket repair. I am a patch it and move on person. 👍 - cheers.
working on steep slopes requires more attention. A clumsiness can put you in a delicate situation. Be careful Michele. See you soon 🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️
Cheers, Michelle and Steve! Bummer your chainsaw tumbled down the mountain. I enjoy your subtle humor, Michelle. Take care and be safe out there! Have a good Sunday 👍
I've been in construction for 30 years ( and I've lived off grid ) . The more likely that it's not supposed to be there -- the more magical . The elusive sense of self .
Totally 💝
Morning coffee on the side of a mountain, 👍👍👍
Wow Stihl should use this video . Awesome work it's going to be beautiful cabin with an amazing view.
Excellent!! - CANNOT tell you HOW IMPRESSED I am with your Progress! Having watched this, the level of Workmanship! How the Cabin Looks! And the Professionalism of your Videography, the EFFORT you put into ALL your shots! (It's AMAZING you get so much work done along with ALL the Filming and Camera moving set up etc!) That last shot of the tripod and also going down the cliff to get the chainsaw showed just HOW MUCH effort you put in! Inspiring stuff Michelle! You should be VERY PROUD OF YOURSELF and what you've achieved!
The CABIN LOOKS FANTASTIC! And when it's finished what and AMAZING place that's going to be with stunning scenery and you've even got a little spare cabin for guests when the main cabin is finished! Great video! 👍❤️💪🏴🇬🇧
Ps. Wish you'd get a gun! 🤦🏻🙏
Thank you SO much! What a kind comment and put a smile on my face 😊
@@michygoss7148 You definitely have some fine framing skills .Keep up the good work
@@michygoss7148 ... A BC. has a point, you should have a gun..
@@michygoss7148 you're very welcome!! Well deserved! Calling it like I see it! 👍
Looks like the Columbia gorge, beautiful view, keep up the good work and be safe....
a momentary pause to say what crossed my mind as you applied a patch on the coat. You will wear it till all the feathers for insulation in it are in some mouse nest and your really nice stuff that you probably never wear will go to charity or someone who needs something nice to go get a job... just your ways of thinking "Nurse Michelle"
You just might want to contact stihl chainsaw company for a sponsored video of your saw doing a dance off of boulders down a cliff and looking good afterwards.... I really am surprised as their made of so much breakable metals.
You make my morning!!! Yes, 'morning', because I'm in Australia and I get to see your videos at about 4:00 a.m. before I go to work!
Wow that is steep, nice drone shots. maybe a make shift safety fence / rail while you work on that back deck. what a day jacket gets a rip, chain saw takes a tumble and a retrieval and hand saw nick's you, but also great use of speed square to lob off that piece of wood. Thanks for sharing your hard work keep it up.
You never cease to amaze me, with your construction skills, the scenery was gorgeous but not as gorgeous as you ❤️
This is great progress Michy, you are nailing this (no pun intended), what a great place to have and spend quality time in once it's finished .. I've got my 🍺 and I'm enjoying this whole journey. Cheers TJ
Nothing dampens a day of woodworking more than having your chainsaw fall off a cliff.
Why don't you put in a sill plate?
@@timcolby3247 I may not be understanding, but there is a very sturdy foundation.
Of course, Michelle falling off the cliff would be worse!
The view from up there is absolutely incredible. You going down the hill to find the chainsaw was a little risky until I saw that someone at some point built stairs............holy crap what a chore that must have been. I cant believe the chainsaw showed no signs of damage from the fall. Cabin is looking awesome. On the gable end facing the lake will you be putting glass there to enjoy that view? I cant image the sight sleeping in a loft up there enjoying that view
My husband and I built those stairs. We built an entire trail the span of the 20 acres (~1800 vertical feet) with many more stairs than you see in this video!
Chainsaw works like a charm!
Yes - windows out the front gable end, sleeping loft and me looking out over the lake 👍😊
I love this build! I love the view! It takes grit to work in the snow & cold so great job! 😎 I’ve been following from the start 😊😁 Stihl Chainsaws!! Love ❤️ mine!
Michelle, you have shown us how a Lady can build them self's a Cabin on a hill side. great job so far.. lv the views.. lv from florida..
Mich, have to thought about about building a stone insert for your firebox. Build this miniature stone fireplace just like stone fireplace at home but on a much, much smaller scale for the cabin. Instead of burning would in this fireplace, your little firebox would simply be inserted. The foundation of this stone fireplace would be a thick piece of slate. The stove, slate, and stones could provide some radiant heat for the cabin. Eh, just thinking out loud. I am sure Steve could help you design a safe, miniature, stone fireplace.
If you have some Rainex around the house, but some on the inside windows of the mini-cabin windows and when condensations forms on the glass, it will simply run down the window instead beading up on the glass. You can also use the anti-fog stuff that people smear onto scuba mask. It will work just as well.
Would you consider tossing in your pack a can of cooking spray? The spray would have come in handy when baking the bread last time and cooking last nights chow too.
I do have a couple of ideas rumbling in my little head for the wood stove backing/install. Hadn’t thought to make an insert, but either of my plans will provide more of a thermal mass than just a piece of sheet metal.
Cooking spray is a good idea! And hopefully I’m not sleeping in the shed too much longer, but if condensation becomes an issue even in the main cabin I’ll come back to your suggestions! Thanks !
Love the ending camera shot! Looks like you have a steep enough pitch to you roof so you can have a loft! Boy it's looking good, one more wall and a door to go. It must be great to be able to work as late as you want as you don't have to hurry off. Are you going to make an enclosure for your power system?
You have worked so hard on this project Michelle my friend, kudos to your gumpshun and fortitude!😊
Looking at the cracks between the wallboards reminds me of another great series called "Surviving Ringworm". He has built everything (and done a fantastic job) with an Alaskan chainsaw mill and trees on his property. He has been
living there year round for three years, and has built several liveable structures.
The one he's working on now is the best yet, which leads me to this: he makes the boards fit together very well and then fills the cracks with caulk. The finished product really looks great.
Checķ it out.
Yep I know and watch Ryan’s channel!
@@michygoss7148 Great! You both have some of the best content!
You are an unbelievable lady! I don't think many of us understand what it takes to make these videos. The sequence for the chainsaw recovery - - it dawned on me that it required at least two trips for every shot!! That's a lot of up and down! You are amazing!! Bye the way, I think I could live in your cabin! I can't imagine a better view!
Forth cabin wall looks great! Wishing you, & Steve a Happy Easter! Be safe, stay healthy, God Bless everyone, Love the channel.
I thought I recognized something in this video ... We live in the same community. Congrats on the build. Enjoy the trip.
Stihl got the blues for you...great work again!
Cabin coming along great! Good job Michelle!
We like your self description of a Project Junkie.............I can relate. We enjoy your site, Be careful up there.
It would be nice to mount a 12 or 14 inch reflector telescope on that deck for star gazing.
Have you considered building bumpout window boxes for your windows so you can continue to sit in them when your finished...kind of like an R/V has pullout sections, you could add a small awning over them and gain some awesome seating spaces.
Maybe an idea, but I think for this cabin I’ll leave things as is. Maybe the next cabin will have a few more features 😊
If Marvel needs a new super hero I'm sending them a link to your videos. You are quite amazing and an inspiration.
I saw what you did there... (29:37 mark) It's "stihl" alive. Clever.
Well played, Michi, well played, indeed.
Cheers from an Ex-pat Castlegar guy now in the Willamette Valley.
I'm sure I speak for most - THANK YOU for sharing what you do!!! Can't imagine how much extra time it takes you to bring the cameras and equipment, stage the shots, then make the content as opposed to simply walking or doing your stuff. I'm sure the editing and such are also time consuming! We greatly appreciate it along with the humor of course too!!! Love Stihl chainsaws (and other products too) - they're a little bit heavier but that's because their built rugged!!! Glad you not only found it, but it was also in great shape as well.
I’m smiling because it’s so true. But that’s true for everyone who provides content on UA-cam - it’s a lot of extra work, but so worth it! You’re welcome! 💝
Michelle, you have us all inspired to get out and create some sawdust here and there. The cabin just gets better and better. I think everyone watching is impressed. I see some great suggestions for you to consider in the comments. One question...what do your co-workers say when you show up for work all beat up and cut up? You be careful on that cliff. Thanks for Sharing! P.S. I'd hang on to that jacket through the end of the build. 🥼🤗🙂❤
It is amazing how it all seems to come together once you get the wall boards on. Looking good.
My wood stove is 600 lbs..like you...positioned it myself onto a raised hearth..with levers..a slide ect.
But unfortunately I didnt have a cliff ...lucky you.. Cant wait to see that episode.
WOW JUST WOW, I guess you have been doing some serious work!!! It must have taken forever to build that stairway down the mountain!’n
Still my favorite show on the interweb
Just chilling sat in your window. Toasty warm, with a hot drink. Just picture how awesome it’ll be when you can sit on your deck with your drink once all your hard work is done. Very envious of your lifestyle. 👍🏻
Cabin is Coming Along Looking Good Making It Your Own Have A Blessed Week and Much Love From Portland Indiana
Yeah I'm not sure why people think that got to go through the roof with the stove vent. So much easier to go out the top of the wall and then up. Then all you need is a stabilizer
❤ Wonderful work, A+++ for all your great progress, efforts & commentary 😊 We, my husband and I, watch ALL your 📹 videos. I really enjoy living vicariously through you. My hubby is an engineer and knows tons about structural integrity. He was checking out the window you were sitting on and sent you a link to a much more reliable and safe way to frame it in. Then he saw you making the new one the same way right after he sent it b4 you could even check out his suggestions. He said you can always change it out if you want. You could keep it in mind for any future window 🪟 installations in your life, also. His name is Travis Andersen. We live in North Idaho. I don't know what part of Canada you're in, but thanks for sharing what life is like for you living the dream up there. You're an incredible, beautiful, smart, creative, persevering woman. God bless you and your family!! May the Spirit of the Universe and angels 😇 🙏 be with you! THANKS!
Jenna ❤
Your editing is getting so good! Nice jump cuts, the music and your storytelling is really quite professional. Looking forward to seeing what you do next. 🤗
Thank you!
Beautiful view ! You are doing a great job, Its hard enough working on the build alone & your doing it on the edge of a cliff, work safe & no celebrating until the rails are up lol :)
Gonna be fabulous indeed
Hi Michele, doing a great job,thanks the update on your other video about your acreage and other homes and these so are your vacation if cabins I think. So I have a suggestion about getting stuff up and down to cabin. So the few videos I've seen you lowering stuff down in the Snow. Not Shure but it sounds like u have stairs under the snow.And I had mentioned a winch before. So my buddy lives in the Santa Cruz mountains with steep access. So he built a trolley system with a box cart,that rolls 4x4 rails that goes 60 feet or so down that level ground..This is how he hauls everything up to his house. Walks up 70 steps zig zagging up hill.at the top he set up a twelve to volt truck winch there to haul the box cart up and down ( dem.say 36" wide by 4ft long or so.the box has 4 small wheels that roll on top of the 4x4 posts laying lengthwise.down the slope. Note the bottom of box is tapered to the slope of the hill. So the floor is level flat. Hope you can vision that. So back to your stairs, you mentioned about side rails. This idea works on a straight run.not Shure if I could send a picture to u of my buddys.it might work for you Jeff
You never will know, how many guys, would like to do all these things you are doing, i Guess it's a symbol of freedom . Thanks a lot Michy
great video!! i am addicted to watching you build such a great place. The view is awesome, and knowing that a beautiful lady can get her hands dirty and working hard is inspiring. And i'm an old dude. Keep it up, can't wait to see what the finish product will turn out to be.
Good advert for Stihl, Excellent dad joke btw! 😂 Cabin's really coming along now, only one elevation from being enclosed. 🎉
I bought a Coleman single burner just like that! It works great, fuel sipper that always fires up. Sad that Coleman stopped making them. Good choice in the motor beaver too. I have never had a problem with any of mine that wasn't my fault.
Bonjour michelle. framed in the window, drinking coffee on a chilly, but sunny day. you're a pleasure to watch how you work and think through a project or obstacle.
i loved 'stihl alive' nice touch. have a great week.
You could make the winch very useful by mounting it on plate of steel that will go into a trailer hitch receiver. That way you could use on the front or rear. But you would
have to have a hitch receiver mounted on the front of your truck.
That's why it's got a Rollomatic bar. Whatta beast!
I visited a woodshop once heated by a wood stove. They ran their chimney vertically up- just short of ceiling height. Then elbowed horizontally across the building's interior and sent the chimney out the roof in the opposite corner. They used pipe hangers to suspend the 'flat' section of pipe from the ceiling, ensuring a bit of upward slope across it's length. They said it was to gain some residual heat from the additional stove pipe on the interior of the building and to increase chimney length for additional draw on the fire box. Food for thought to maybe capture some extra heat. The cabin is looking good!
It's really looking good Michelle.
A winch isn't necessary for lowering from the road any number of rope brake methods could employed. from a figure 8 to other commercially available tools. For lighter loads simply wrapping around a trailer ball works ...friction is your friend! sinking a metal post at the top of the wall is an option too, the heavier the load the more wraps around the post to control the decent. Of course...a winch is a wonderful addition to any truck so If you're doing that anyway then disregard all of that. Examining history it absolutely amazing what can be achieved with rope and simple ingenuity.
I love this project BTW.
That’s very true! Adding a winch might make me look tougher though! 😜🤭
@@michygoss7148 Definitely!!
R.I.P. Phill & Buster....Gone but not forgotten. I would like to think you 2 are still together...even if in a pile of cougar poop 😆
😂
Glad you found an airhorn. You are so talented with almost no help and tools! Amazing, Bravo!
Thanks Philip! 😊
I was cutting a log from stump and a excavator had it under tension broke and knocked me ten feet.Saw hit my gut and belt and cover broke and I landed sitting legs out, got lucky.When on steeps ,once you cut tree, just make straight down kerf and leave saw in it like knife block.All the work you do with clamps, do yourself a favor and get a few sqeee clamps, you never be without after,twice as fast
Really appreciate the location and view even more as the cabin progresses. I’ve built a tree house , arbors and I paint. I get a basic idea, then I let it build and paint itself as it progresses. It has always (eventually) worked out. Always more interesting and fun, than if I planned all before I started. You clearly demonstrate the talent and courage to go that path. In your case a steep path😅…well done…stay safe…
If you build two brackets, you can put your walkboard across them. Simply screw the brackets through your sheathing, into the studs.
Get any closer! Wow I can smell your breath when the last time you brushed your teeth! LOL😊
You make me smile Michelle. It’s absolutely incredible what you are capable of.
I admire your talent and courage in building such a cabin in such a dangerous place. The film is very interesting and inspiring. I like how you show your successes and failures, and how you deal with problems. The cabin looks better and better and I hope you can finish it. I wish you good luck and safety!
Aiaiai, Michy, what are you doing, practicing bloody moments?! 😉 Damn, it's a high cliff.. Take care youo are up there safely enough. Otherwise it looks every time more a tiny home... Cheers, keep going.
It’s really turning into something special. And the insight into Steve engineering mind makes me feel a little more normal.
Wooooo woooo!!! Awesome video!!!! Beautiful cabin michy n Steve!!!!
So satisfying seeing those last boards nestle in under the roof overhang. They fit "like a bum in a bucket".
It is coming together nicely u will be staying in it before long have a good week
You could always hammer nails like you have been instead of screws. There's something satisfying about the sound of a nail sinking into wood. Thanks for another great video!
I put nails in places where shearing is possible (along the wind bracing, but also some along the posts and rim joists), but figure screws in all of the boards are a better option
When framing, horizontal 2x4s should have a vertical 2x4 on either end to equalize the down force. You will not have to rely on the screws to hold the horizontal 2x4s up. Also there should be a header on top of your windows. Two or three 2x4s stack on top of each other. That will also equalize the down force.
I injoy watching your videos, looking good. Good luck! 🎉
It's basically a post & beam build, not a conventional stud wall with one bottom plate and two top plates with substantial window or door king studs and headers. For peace of mind from strong winds id add some Simpson Strong Tie staps from the four corner studs down to the joist and if possible to the 6x6 piers, that would tie everything to the footings.
No need for headers as all of the load is being transferred through the 4 posts.
living in the US you really through me when you said it was 10 degrees. Glad you recovered the chainsaw.
That's quite an elaborate set of stairs you have going down the mountain. You bring a horn on your descent, but bear spray is a good second option. The cabin is looking fantastic. And miracle of miracles: the chainsaw lives.
Great progress. You should feel very proud.. I like what Robin suggested, to put the stove Chimney out the side of the building & keep the roof intact... I'm sure you'll do the right thing... : )
Good Job! I built an 8 inch hearth under my stove, it really helps for cooking and to not have so far to go to put wood in. It also makes the stove somewhat more 'viewable' especially in a small room, so you may want to consider. I like your planning/thought process; and then the ability to pivot in the middle of the project.
Yes, I do have a few ideas for the wood stove install. It won’t be plain Jane, no worries on that!
Michy, you are one creative and entertaining young lady. I am so impressed with your creativity and adaptiveness. Stay safe, youngster.
The morning view of the lake is just so beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
Okay I'm just going to say this I've been thinking it a long time but you need to put up a guardrail out there on the balcony or you could end up like the chainsaw at the bottom of the cliff. You know one that's OSHA approved, or at least something.
Okay now that I've got that said, have I ever told you how much I love your shed door. Michelle you definitely have an eye for Ingenuity too, you do things a lot of times just like I would. Hope you got the trail cams up, I got a sneaking hunch the cougar, he's watching you, nothin like having a little heads up especially when your bleeding... You might get some really great footage though, that would be cool, just remember your fans love u so be prepared, we love the harmony you have with yourself😘
I know there are pros and cons to go horizontal or vertical with your flue pipe. Pros: Horizontal gives more space on the inside and you have a bigger cooking area. Vertical you can use the heat of the flue for heating the cabin. Cons: horizontal you have to clean your chimney every year (it is not a big job, maybe 1 hour) Vertical: The connection roof to flue is very hard to get waterproof . I live in a small cabin and I went with horizontal true the wall and vertical outside. All double walled insulated pipes. The flue pipe cost a lot but I think I made the right decision.
Glad to see you got those game cameras. I have them around my property in Vermont and get lots of deer and some coyote, Fox, raccoon, porcupines, and bears too! But no mountain lions although there are some here, after all the college mascot is a Catamount.
What an amazing feat you are accomplishing. It has been an amazing journey watching you put this project together thanks for sharing your time
Great work Michelle! 🥇 Your little cabin on a cliff is really coming together. Lots of love, your Aussie mates. 🤭
Girl oh girl, it's literally and figuratively a clifhanger; even you (perhaps not so an original joke).
It's if i'm looking at an adventure movie.
What a determination and courage (bravery in bad English?) you must have to do this, yust also in wintertime.
All the efforts to bring some wooden planks to a downhill session.
By the way: did you know that your body will follow the same physical law as your chainsaw do?
I hope you don't think twice but at least three times when you are continuing to follow you spectacular passion.
I really love this cabin! It’s looking great. So lucky your saw survived the tumble. I can’t say I have ever seen those stairs. That would have been quite the task to build those.
Steve and I built that trail (combination of foot path and stairs) that spans the entire height of the property.
Ur Cathedral for Nature in Nature by Nature !!
This cabin is gonna be beautiful Michelle. Can't wait to see it through til the end. I still find it hard to figure out, with all you have going on, how you find time to do all you do! Keep on doin what ever you are doing, it inspires me!!!
Thanks Lori! It’s a mystery to my too! Lol.
Glad it’s inspiring you!! 💃🏼💝
Моë уважение к таким женщинам😊
Great job on the little cabin and shooting this video.