How To Build A Sawbuck - The Best Way

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  • Опубліковано 29 лис 2024

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  • @terryclark1580
    @terryclark1580 4 роки тому +51

    You are one of those rare people who can teach and not make folks feel stupid.Nice job,sir,

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words! I hope you love your finished sawbuck.

  • @crochetmeg4207
    @crochetmeg4207 2 місяці тому +2

    Best DIY sawbuck tutorial on this app! I’ve watched over 20 videos and yours is BY FAR the easiest to follow along

  • @BillyNeverDies
    @BillyNeverDies 8 місяців тому +2

    This has got to be the best sawbuck tutorial on YT. Well done sir!

  • @gavindeering9852
    @gavindeering9852 4 роки тому +19

    Cheers from Australia - I’ve made one of theses off this instructional video and it’s bloody fantastic. Especially the fold up design. Makes it easy to throw in the trailer and take with me down in the paddock to saw those hardwood tree limbs lying on the ground. Saves back ache, chainsaw biting dirt and most of all, added safety from chainsaw grab and throw back. Thanks so much for making this video and sharing your design.

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  4 роки тому +1

      That's awesome! Thanks for the kind words and I'm glad you like the sawbuck.

  • @tewaewae
    @tewaewae 10 місяців тому +4

    Quality video upload. Clear concise and no egoThanks man.

  • @loriw8950
    @loriw8950 2 роки тому +7

    Great video! I love the folding aspect of this. I am in my early 60's now but can remember in my youth, helping my father cut firewood logs on one exactly like this. The only differences were it didn't fold and it had an extra support towards the bottom on each side. Thank you for sharing!

  • @terrysalmonsen3646
    @terrysalmonsen3646 Рік тому +1

    I have watched other videos trying to teach how to make this. Yours was clear. Provided material and measurements.
    And you have a fantastic way of conveying the subject. Wow.

  • @MrPolleyr
    @MrPolleyr Рік тому +1

    Thanks for doing this video. I am an old retired guy who has always harvested my own firewood, but I has noticed the constant bending over bothers my back. So I looked online and found your post. I built a sawbuck today using your example. It works like a dream and certainly made my day a lot more enjoyable. Thanks from Canada.🇨🇦

  • @bloomfieldgriller2957
    @bloomfieldgriller2957 Рік тому +4

    This is a great tutorial video! Thank you so much. I just made it, with two changes to your original: 1 I made one 24 and one 12 inch section instead of two 24" sections (I have shorter pieces of wood so I thought that would work well) 2 Because I am going to use it on both ends, depending on the length of the pieces of wood, I pointed the bolts on both ends inward instead of all pointed into the same direction. We will get good use out of this for many years, thanks again!

  • @rosebud7265
    @rosebud7265 2 роки тому +1

    Made today. Very happy thank you . I made the centre one's 3ft. It was a bit heavy! But not bad for a lady who is 59 year old that has had cancer and has a hernia 😊

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому

      Yeah it’s a little heavy for sure but it’s stable! Glad you like it.

  • @badmuddafadda
    @badmuddafadda Рік тому

    I used your instructions and built one of these. I had a pile of small tree branches are some trunk left over from two dead trees. The sawbuck has made this part of the job so much easier. Thank you.

  • @Ezikeal
    @Ezikeal 2 роки тому +1

    I made this 1 1/2 years ago, heavy duty works great. Came to revisit. Thanks again

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому +1

      That’s awesome and thanks so much for coming back to comment!

  • @westhavenor9513
    @westhavenor9513 Рік тому

    Just built mine--thank you!! Super quick and easy to put together. Now I can get started cutting down a dozen holly trees in my back yard. Cheers from Oregon!

  • @jmdean_
    @jmdean_ 24 дні тому

    Just built this for less than a sawbuck with boards and lag bolts I had lying around, but mine was only four Xs -- perfect 16" logs for our stove -- great video easy to follow, thanks for posting!!

  • @mvblitzyo
    @mvblitzyo 9 місяців тому +1

    Wow this is the one of the most amazing projects I found , that I need for a my own home.. thanks a TON !
    Joe

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  9 місяців тому

      You’re welcome. I’m glad it was helpful!

  • @andglasgo
    @andglasgo 4 роки тому +1

    I agree with the comments about your teaching style. The type of mistakes I make would include screwing into the wrong 2x, and then not being about to figure out why it won't open.
    I appreciate your attention to detail and the task analysis. Buying the materials for this task today.

  • @markdinsmore4639
    @markdinsmore4639 3 місяці тому

    Just made one of these. Really nice design, only took an hour or so to make. Very rugged! Thanks for such such a detailed and accurate video.

  • @rogerhughessr5588
    @rogerhughessr5588 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for these instructions. I made the mistake of purchasing pressure treated 2x4's and did not realize it would add so much weight. When completed it weighs 75 lbs whis bit much for an older man(77) to move around, you may want to give the folks a "heads up" that it is very steady but does weigh a lot. Thanks again!!!!!!

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  3 роки тому

      You're welcome and thank you for the suggestion! You're correct, pressure treated does add some weight but over time it should lighten up a little as the wood dries out.

  • @glennawad7917
    @glennawad7917 4 роки тому +2

    I have completed the sawbuck from this video. Take the recommendation on using Outdoor Screws 3 1/2 T 25 Star made my life much easier than the wood screws I had laying around. I used 1/2 inch instead of 5/8's for hex bolt I am not sure on the washers since the hex bolt was longer and thread stopped before the wood when using the 2 bolts. As this was first time doing I had to do a little rework to get it right. I have a few washers on each hex bolt between the board and nuts not sure if I should remove them or keep them as noted adjustments. I used my new sawbuck it was great. Thank you for the instructions.

  • @stephenhughes6974
    @stephenhughes6974 2 роки тому

    Made a shorter one with my two sons. The 18" and 19¼" measurements were a great help even though we're more used to the metric system. Thanks a million

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому

      No problem. I’m happy to help and I hope you love it!

  • @litlen1
    @litlen1 3 роки тому +1

    Just wanted to say thank you for posting this....was looking for something to save hubby's back when cutting logs and came across your video. For the same price as a cheap flimsy bought version (would have been cheaper but had no spare lengths of timber at the moment!) and about half an hour to make I now have a very sturdy version that is absolutely perfect. Very clear and easy instructions.

  • @mikecomet3057
    @mikecomet3057 2 роки тому +2

    Perfect. We will be building one of these for our Scout Troop since we host the two-man saw at all of our Scout outings. We use a ratchet strap to secure the log so I will most likely put a "kick step" down a bit further so we can wrap the strap around it. Great design, easily done.

  • @KevinBennettRealtor
    @KevinBennettRealtor 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the video - Built one of these with my son last weekend. It works perfectly. I appreciate your taking to time to share this with everyone.

  • @jenniesdanes
    @jenniesdanes 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the great video. Just made a sawbuck out of scrap lumber and it is awesome! Wish I had made it long ago. :) Such a savings on my back.

  • @HighC82
    @HighC82 Рік тому

    Just finished mine, thank you so much for making this info available!! I managed with a speed square and a circular saw without an issue. Cheers!

  • @charlesschauberger6700
    @charlesschauberger6700 Рік тому

    I have an 8-year-old grandson who is wild about building things. I sent him a link to your You Tube video to watch it ahead of time. Thanks.

  • @timnickas8976
    @timnickas8976 7 днів тому

    Thank you I appreciate your video. Made mine today. Added in one more leg for short logs.

  • @dansigmon1559
    @dansigmon1559 2 роки тому

    This is the simplest and best design that I have seen. Thanks.

  • @mrsteama
    @mrsteama 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for your quick, straight to the point, easy following video!! I'm going to make an exact one from wood scraps i got from a basement demo. Just picked up a lot of free firewood logs and i'm going to need a sturdy Sawbuck!! Thanks again my friend!!

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  3 роки тому

      You’re welcome and I’m glad you liked the video!

  • @RevLarry
    @RevLarry Місяць тому

    Awesome! Thank you! I'm building one tomorrow. This will save my back.

  • @michellevandyke4350
    @michellevandyke4350 Місяць тому

    This is such a simple, nicely explained, and detailed video! Thank you so much. I live in remote Alaska and have been trying to find a good video that shows me how to build a sawhorse for my woodpile.

  • @BlackSifichi
    @BlackSifichi 12 днів тому

    Thankyou from France - really TOP explinations and design.

  • @207crafts
    @207crafts 2 місяці тому

    I just made one, thank you for the video!!! Next I'll be making your wood rack. Thanks again

  • @ToddJohnson15
    @ToddJohnson15 4 роки тому +1

    I built this today. Works great and my back thanks you.

  • @marymadalenem2351
    @marymadalenem2351 4 роки тому +1

    Made one yesterday, before I watched your video. I put 2 pieces of wood on inside, but the problem was I had strap down the wood kept lifting up.So thank you. I'll take that part out and see how it works. Thank you again.

  • @circus14
    @circus14 Рік тому

    Thank you for this excellent video! Worked perfectly; I wish I'd learned how to do this 20 years ago!

  • @m4euro
    @m4euro 3 місяці тому

    Excellent. Very watchable and informative - building one this morning. Thanks.

  • @echang603
    @echang603 Рік тому

    Thank you for the easy to follow directions tutorial. I just made one myself and I’m pleased with how it turned out. Now to get to work. 👍

  • @markpamplin7916
    @markpamplin7916 2 роки тому

    Just finished building this - Great quality video . Well designed ans works perfectly

  • @jtjames4399
    @jtjames4399 3 місяці тому

    What a wonderful instruction video. I threw away all my other more complicated ones. I can't wait to get started. I thank you and so does my chain saw blade. Lol.

  • @NDFlyFisher
    @NDFlyFisher Рік тому

    Even I can do this. Great video and super clear instructions. Thanks.

  • @tomslayton5302
    @tomslayton5302 Рік тому

    Fantastic, and a great method. I'll build a couple of these using your technique, thanks for posting!

  • @selfsameday7448
    @selfsameday7448 2 роки тому

    A pleasure to follow your designs and executions of the toy making ! Thank you ! Do some more toys !?.????

  • @kam1583
    @kam1583 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this tutorial. It went together as presented and will serve me well considering the number of ash trees on my property!!

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому +1

      That’s great! I’m happy you enjoyed the video :)

  • @StephenBowe-zq4cv
    @StephenBowe-zq4cv 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for the great demonstration and sharing your knowledge with us. Take care.

  • @donaldlove4207
    @donaldlove4207 3 роки тому

    Just made this. Went together exactly as shown in the video and is working perfectly for my needs. Thanks.

  • @markwoodcock01
    @markwoodcock01 Рік тому

    Excellent tutorial, thank you from 🇬🇧

  • @JohnTelford-c7k
    @JohnTelford-c7k Рік тому

    Great video clear and easy to follow, my sawbuck works great thanks

  • @jesskringel9685
    @jesskringel9685 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for a great video. I just finished making one of these using your instructions. It made cutting my firewood soooooo much easier.

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  4 роки тому

      Awesome!!! I'm so glad to hear you like the plans and thank you for the kind words.

  • @326656
    @326656 2 місяці тому

    Thank you kindly for such a great video
    Now, time to build my own, Sawbuck... wish me luck

  • @Paulie_O
    @Paulie_O 2 роки тому

    Hi there I’m deaf and loved your video ! Can you kindly jot down all the materials / exact measurements needed for this project? Thank you !!

  • @i_am_outdoor1400
    @i_am_outdoor1400 2 роки тому

    Thank you. I made one today and it is a huge labor savor.

  • @TheYurtman
    @TheYurtman 6 місяців тому +1

    Great content. Please make yourself a work table for that mitre saw

  • @loop1479
    @loop1479 Рік тому +2

    Can't wait for the video showing the build for the mitre saw stand so you're not constantly bending, straining your lower back.

    • @jtjames4399
      @jtjames4399 3 місяці тому

      Wait! What? A saw stand too? I need more wood. This is great. Can you tell I'm new?

  • @stevewaz4
    @stevewaz4 2 роки тому

    Made this sawbuck today. It’s looking good! Tried it out and worked well. I used pressure treated wood and the whole thing was very heavy bc of that. I opted to not use the second horizontal cross piece just to add less weight to it. Maybe I’ll add it after the PT wood dries out. Thank you for the video.

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому

      You’re welcome and I’m glad it turned out well for you!

  • @RobBurness
    @RobBurness 2 роки тому

    I have an old one with lichens growing on it made of rough 2X6. I plan to use your design but make it a few inches taller for use by tall people. My method of measure/cut is to lay the log on the sawbuck and mark all 18" lines with a tape measure and chalk starting from the big end of the log. Then 2 pieces per end and switch ends to keep long logs in balance. By marking all lines you can see interference on the uprights beforehand and shift the log a bit to right or left.
    Thanks for a clear presentation.

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому

      You're welcome and I hope you love your new sawbuck!

  • @bkipad
    @bkipad 4 місяці тому

    Very detailed hence making it easy to replicate thanks

  • @peterchilvers129
    @peterchilvers129 4 роки тому +1

    Hi, if you move the middle support towards one end it allows smaller pieces of wood to be cut and supported.

  • @wildbuck772
    @wildbuck772 4 роки тому +2

    Great video - very instructive and easy to follow!

  • @garrylegare1266
    @garrylegare1266 6 місяців тому

    I just made it. Simple to build, great video. Thanks.

  • @chrisgottschalt7471
    @chrisgottschalt7471 4 роки тому +2

    I am by no means a handyman, but thanks to this video I made one of these in less than two hours. Your instructions were very clear and video really enhanced it. One thing I did was to move the center X closer to one end to trim logs that are too long for my stove. Thank you.

  • @owenjoseph6097
    @owenjoseph6097 Рік тому

    superb! well presented. amazing design - with thanks from the UK

  • @julieannarbolino48
    @julieannarbolino48 Рік тому

    Just finished mine too! It came out greT. Thanks so much for the video!

  • @sgtbudz8948
    @sgtbudz8948 5 років тому

    26 years old here from PA, and this is my first winter utilizing my wood stove to heat my first home and it’s every bit of nerve wracking worrying about running out before winters over because I know I don’t have enough. Back up source of heat is an oil furnace but that crapped out on me last Wednesday before thanksgiving along with the plumbing backing up so it’s been hard thus far, but determined to make it work and hopefully someday have a nice supply like you have built up for yourself! Great work, and nice video! you got yourself a new sub

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  5 років тому +3

      Thanks for the kind words and the sub! We've all run out of firewood at one time or another and home ownership can be tuff for sure. I've found that cutting early in the spring just as the snow melts off works the best for me. Then, when I think I have enough firewood I cut about 50% more. That allows for extra cold winters and longer burn time if needed.

    • @sgtbudz8948
      @sgtbudz8948 5 років тому +1

      Firewood For Life Thanks for taking the time to reply and lend some advice! Hope you and your family have a happy holiday season

    • @davekana8388
      @davekana8388 5 років тому +1

      Sgt. Budz been doing for 14 years, just look at it as a fun activity. Heating the house with an outside Wood Doctor furnace and an inside insert. Things that help to make it easier are a small diesel tractor with a front loader and a splitter. I have about 16 acres and always seem to have standing dead trees. It’s always a work in progress! Good luck, Dave.

    • @sgtbudz8948
      @sgtbudz8948 5 років тому +2

      Dave Kana thanks Dave! Just got done splitting my wood for the night and at first it was more of a challenge but it gets easier every day I go out and practice swinging the axe. Definitely a satisfying feeling

    • @davekana8388
      @davekana8388 5 років тому +1

      Sgt. Budz that’s the attitude! I don’t mind the cold, I’m in NE Ohio. It does get easier!

  • @LeighAnneWeeks
    @LeighAnneWeeks Рік тому

    Thank you for the simple east o follow directions I made this and I’m not a carpenter.

  • @boatbeard7767
    @boatbeard7767 4 роки тому +4

    About to build one here in Oz. Advantage of being brought up both Imperial and Metric is equal fluency in measurements... :)

    • @mitchbrown3911
      @mitchbrown3911 3 роки тому

      I use a tape measure with inches on one side, mm on the other.

  • @seniorjohnl
    @seniorjohnl 10 місяців тому +2

    Ha! this is the original that everyone is copying. Thank you.

  • @1979dantheman
    @1979dantheman 3 роки тому

    I’ve just cut a load of wood at home and boy did it wreck my back!! I’m definitely making one of these for next time. Cheers 👍

  • @crv20051
    @crv20051 4 роки тому

    Good strong example of an old trick, thanks for posting, very helpful.

  • @ktanner11
    @ktanner11 2 роки тому

    Pulp cord? Here in Michigan we can get 20 at a time,( big trucks legal to 164k lbs over 11 axles) i just climb the pile and work from top down. If it hurts to bend over get a bigger saw and longer bar. Works for some but i try to put my hands on firewood twice, once to stack second time into the stove

  • @phyllismccurdy2984
    @phyllismccurdy2984 Рік тому

    Great plan. Can’t wait to make one this year for the cabin. 🙋🏻🇨🇦

  • @i.m.askance7996
    @i.m.askance7996 3 місяці тому

    Excellent instructions...thank you!!!

  • @stuartkorte1642
    @stuartkorte1642 2 роки тому +5

    For three of the 8’ers why not cut the middle at 30° so there’s one cut not two. Another tip is to use 1/2” fastener, easier to find, lower cost, just as strong. Thanks for sharing.

    • @johnerickson4752
      @johnerickson4752 23 дні тому

      Could probably drill holes in more than one board at a time

  • @lennythompson3919
    @lennythompson3919 3 роки тому +1

    I was going to make the pallet sawbuck but I’ve decided on the 2x4 version. Thanks! 👍🏻

  • @woodsman2433
    @woodsman2433 Рік тому

    Nice simple strong build most usefull 👍👍

  • @ricktrudell2978
    @ricktrudell2978 3 роки тому

    Just found your channel and watched your Sawbuck video. Thanks for the clear video and instructions. Well done and much appreciated!

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  3 роки тому

      You’re welcome and thanks for watching the channel! I really appreciate it.

  • @segovia102
    @segovia102 3 роки тому

    Just finished making one of these. Good job.

  • @charliecox6683
    @charliecox6683 4 роки тому

    Built this today. Incredibly easy and works brilliantly. Thank you

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  4 роки тому

      You're welcome! I'm glad you like your new sawbuck!

  • @GarysBBQSupplies
    @GarysBBQSupplies 3 роки тому

    EXACTLY what I was looking for.

  • @RocketPipeTV
    @RocketPipeTV 2 роки тому +1

    I’d like to see how you use this sawhorse!

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  2 роки тому

      Great advice! I probably should have included a demo but I hope you love the sawbuck.

  • @piquef
    @piquef 4 роки тому

    Just built one and I think it’ll be very useful. I may move the center X to accommodate smaller logs - I only need to supply a fire pit. I get a lot of pleasure from building things and your excellent directions made it especially enjoyable. Thanks from Maine!

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  4 роки тому

      Thank You!

    • @JardinFoto
      @JardinFoto 2 роки тому

      I was thinking to do exactly the same - move the centre X for smaller logs. How did yours work out?

    • @piquef
      @piquef 2 роки тому

      @@JardinFoto It worked out great - I also swapped the orientation of the middle cross-pieces to make one of them closer to the end cross-piece on one side (which made the other one further from the corresponding end cross-piece on the other side).

    • @JardinFoto
      @JardinFoto 2 роки тому

      @@piquef Thanks, I'm going to build mine today.

  • @stevesdiy9551
    @stevesdiy9551 4 роки тому

    Built one today! very easy to built and it works great. Thank you

  • @kentowens1746
    @kentowens1746 4 місяці тому

    Thank you! I built this and it works great!

  • @mistergrendel32
    @mistergrendel32 Рік тому

    I built this Sawbuck this week using 5/16” x 4” Carriage bolts, washers, and nuts I had on hand. I used 3/8” washers under the bolt heads. The bolt lengths were fine and I think this will be a solid and useful device!
    I’ll be cutting 16” long Oak. IF the ends are not showing any splitting radiating out from the centers, does that mean that the Oak is TOO green to split with a log splitter?
    Thanks
    😜🤔

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  Рік тому

      I’d split it up as soon as you can, especially if you have a splitter. Oak takes a while to season so splitting it will help it dry out faster.

  • @mustangtonto5862
    @mustangtonto5862 2 роки тому

    Very, very, very nice!!! Congratulations on such a simple and yet especially workable design. I’ll build one, even tho it will see little use, but just the same will save my back, my chain and possible my leg(s). Cool.

  • @bluegrassfan23
    @bluegrassfan23 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this easy video!

  • @nicktonge7604
    @nicktonge7604 Рік тому +1

    Can also use a single nylock nut instead of two nuts

  • @TheCole2674
    @TheCole2674 Рік тому

    Awesome video, made my own in a few hours

  • @WGTHURGOOD
    @WGTHURGOOD 4 роки тому

    Great video, useful, enthusiastic, good job, Greetings from Cornwall, UK

  • @surtalogi99
    @surtalogi99 Рік тому

    Great video. Is this sawbuck sturdy enough to handsaw wood?

  • @londongessnerr7321
    @londongessnerr7321 3 роки тому

    Aye thanks alot just built my saw buck today im gonna love it !

  • @ronswartz1176
    @ronswartz1176 Рік тому +1

    Very good video!

  • @jfalbo
    @jfalbo 5 місяців тому

    Great video and great design. Who turned off the sun at 15:00?

  • @samdavies7337
    @samdavies7337 4 роки тому

    Clear, concise. V nice and simple.

  • @zorromaricopa
    @zorromaricopa 4 роки тому

    This. is very well done and easy to follow. My stove takes 16” logs. The overall length of the saw buck is 48”. How do you think it will work for cutting up 16”lengths? Would you consider making it 36” length?

    • @firewoodforlife
      @firewoodforlife  4 роки тому

      Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! You could definitely make it a little bit shorter if that would work better for you, but you could also just keep the 48" and just make 16" cuts which I think would work just as well. You don't need to cut exactly along the X's.

    • @zorromaricopa
      @zorromaricopa 4 роки тому

      @@firewoodforlife Thanks for the reply. I may just keep it 4’. Less cuts that way. Speaking about firewood for life. I’m a forester and I live in the Pacific Northwest. A few months ago, my son-in-law stopped by and said. You have firewood for life..We just purchased 140 acres of timberland. We are in the middle of logging a 14 acre patch of alder, maple, and some fir and cedar. We are replanting with mostly fir and cedar. Some of the alder was clear enough to sell as veneer and some of the maple was purchased for guitar figure wood. The rest was sawlogs and pulp. Anyway, I look forward to making one of your sawbucks this week and taking it with me to the site. Thanks again

  • @AR-wn8gw
    @AR-wn8gw 3 місяці тому

    Hey man. I really want to give this a go. I went to the shop today here in France, but we don't really do the equivalent of 2x4s. What's the lowest dimensions of wood you would recommend for this project? We have 3.3x7cm. Do you think that's a little weak ?

  • @casper1240
    @casper1240 2 роки тому

    tried all kinds of saw horses but theres still nothing to beat this design simple is always the best

  • @malcolmmackiddie826
    @malcolmmackiddie826 Рік тому

    One of the best videos thanks

  • @jdgarris3
    @jdgarris3 2 роки тому

    Excellent video.
    Thanks for sharing, I've already built and used (2)in two different locations. 😎👍🏾

  • @bradymcphail9690
    @bradymcphail9690 3 роки тому

    Yessir, I agree wholeheartedly with Terry Clark! There is nothing I can do to make it better 😉! I don’t think I’ve ever admitted that 🤔…