We're yall born yesterday? Garrett has been in the industry for over a decade, he knows. He edited 1320 videos and was in the industry before 1320. Heck he's probably real estate agent also in which he sells small portions of land by the race track and his own home. Don't trust content creators. They're not here for you. They're here for corporations. Just enjoy the content and be aware of the scams
Honestly, for those of us here for the long haul, we aren't just here for the cars. We're here because of what you and your crew have built together. Being creative is one of your best attributes. Watching that creative energy thrive, while you build the dopest home of the century, is going to be awesome for everyone that tunes in. Get er done son!
Twenty year master electrician here. Before drywall goes up, make sure you plan for possible future upgrades and run a circuit for it. Example would be fish tanks, hot tubs, pool heaters, fireplaces. Etc. If it's a 2 story house it's very hard to fish wires through the first floor. Much cheaper to do it now than later. Love to see your house building content!
If it is two story add a LARGE (or two) raceway from the load center and data center to the second floor attic then you can drop in from the top on the second floor. When houses had chimneys for heat it was a great top to bottom access but now you have to plan ahead.
If you can fit it into your design, either put in a few sub panels to help make future renovations easier by keeping the electrical closer to your usage point, or run conduit from the main panel(s) to a few strategically placed junction boxes to help with not having to tear open intervening spaces for renovations. Something like putting a large junction box behind your refrigerator; you won't need to get into it unless you're renovating, but you could totally tear apart your kitchen in the future and not have to tear out any other rooms/ceilings to route new electrical. Personally, I'd try to do that for a few big areas like your kitchen(s), garage, living room/entertainment center.
@@LoganWillmert I agree. I am a 17yr HVAC and only a hand full of new construction jobs have I seen where people have installed multiple sub panels. I wished it became mandatory in new construction.
I think it’d be a great idea to do it on this channel, not only would it keep the house content separate but it’d be a great way to promote people regularly checking out this one. Plus I’m sure we’ll all learn something from it, in the same boat as you and it’s a lot of information to take in and decide the best way to do things!
Honestly, 95% of the reason I watch your videos is because of you and the boys having a good time, 5% is what you’re actually doing. Absolutely make a house build series and take us along for the journey! You could do a series on doing laundry and I’d still watch it 😂
The Cleetus2 channel definitely has the potential to grow if you put the build on here. It's already established as the off-topic Cleetus content and I'd say 3 channels is too much. Doing the house content on Cleetus2 will give the channel a solid consistent theme with the occasional racecar crossover/announcements. Having everything on the main channel in my viewing experience gives me atrophy, it's too much to take in and that separation of themes is nice. It's the personal side of Cleetus and just like with what Demo Matt did, he did the abandon mansion but it wasn't forever and that turned out okay for him and the fanbase.
100% smash the main channel with all the build content!!! I don't know a car guy who doesn't love a custom home build especially when there's a healthy budget involved !!!! Can't wait to come along for the journey
First off, never feel weird about sharing your success! You are humble and not boastful! Definitely make a series, monetize it to help with the hanger, runway and helipad!
100% do a build series. I think the second channel is a good home for that, but definitely wouldn’t be opposed to it being on the mail channel. I really enjoyed how Matt over at Demo Ranch did the abandoned mansion series, and I think this could be along the lines of that kind of entertainment. We love seeing you succeed and move up in life, thank you for including us on this journey
Matt found out how to tap into the market of HGTV moms. Cleetus could do the same. We get new, fun content, and Cleetus gets many dollars from having a bigger audience. More dollars equals more cars. Would work best on a second channel, or if he renamed this one.
Same, but on the main channel would mean less content for us. Put it on this 2nd channel and he keeps pumping out the same amount of content on the main plus the extra house build content here. Win win 👌😉
Definitely do a video series. I wouldn't mind it being on your mail channel. Wouldn't bother me a bit.. Things I learned building my house. 1. You can never have to many closets/storage rooms. 2. Power outlets recessed in the floor. Especially in living areas. The more the better. 3. Good lighting in the bedrooms. Put can lights on a separate switch so you don't always have to have them on. 4. Put outlets on columns on your porches.
I love how Matt (demo ranch) has his formatted, the main channel stays true to the original content and the second channel for all the other stuff, house build, side projects, more aviation, maybe you go to demos range days etc… Don’t feel weird, you earned it and it’s Awesome you are bringing your ppl along for the journey…
I think it's safe to say that MOST people watch the channel because of YOU, the cars, planes, boats, ect. are just a bonus. Your humble and kind attitude is why people love you and will watch what ever content you put out. I met you last year at Clutch kickers at the FF and i was blown away by how humble and kind you were to not only me and my son, but anyone else who approached you and asked for a picture. Can't wait to see the new house content!
Some design ideas: Your building on sand so the foundation must be planed and engineered accordingly. All power, phone, cable, internet, etc underground and enters in the interior of the house. Electrical panel/breaker box inside the house. Install backup power (generator/ solar) now while building instead of doing it later. Speaking of solar, there’s tons of sun in Fl and you’d be remiss if you didn’t capitalize on at least solar hot water. Reenforced door jambs to prevent door kick ins. Insulate the hell out of all outer walls and ceiling. Insulate interior rooms where needed for sound. (movie room, office studio, etc) Tech shield with an air gap on rafters. Pressure test the house. Oversize the heating and cooling Consider a safe room, or two. All gearheads need a mud room with a bathroom. We come in the house dirty and need a place to clean up so we don’t track dirt, oil, and grease throughout the house. Run wiring for things like in wall speakers during the framing stage, even if you don’t install them right away. That way when you do get ready the wiring is already there. Saves a ton of headache if you make a map. I’ll add more later. Sounds like an awesome addition that you could add to the channel, if you kept it interesting and fun.
I think we're past just car content, we love seeing you guys do well at anything. We love the plane and helicopter videos - model planes included - and we love the jetboat videos, obviously we LOVE the drag racing and FF events and car builds, pretty sure most of us would be delighted to see an extra video every week with house progress on either of the current two channels - add another playlist and boom. Gold 😊
I would put the house content on this channel, just like Matt did with "Off The Ranch". For lighting and things like tile etc, reach out to Matt Moreman's team at Obsessed Garage. The group of people they put together for Adam LZ's house remodel are absolutely top notch. They would be able to get you on the right track and connected with the right people. House design and construction is some of the hottest content on UA-cam right now. This series will kill it, and I know we are all looking forward to seeing it come together.
The comment I was looking for. Matt would do a great job with this new project while making in-depth videos for the nerd who like that kinda stuff while you can come in and make general update videos for this channel. I’d also say rename this channel to just Garett Mitchell like demo Matt did, seems like the classy move.
Def series. More will see it on the main channel and I think you should post it there. You used to just do race car stuff, now you do jet boat, planes, helicopters, and FF construction projects. Just send it brother. My recommendation would be a Tesla roof and power wall. That way you can use the powerful Florida sun to generate your electricity needs so your family has power in any condition (power outages ect). Plus it lasts forever and is extremely durable. Win win. We will be doing it on our home.
I think it should be a main channel series idk if it’d be too much but I think an additional house video once every week or two would be killer! Also I’d watch the heck outta your house construction… been watching stradman for like 5 years😂
I don’t think you need an additional channel, definitely vlog it all though. The main channel is about you man, you’re an entertainer, racer, builder, pilot, dad. Just keep showing what you’re up to and I’ll watch.
Having just built a custom home on 13 acres in Ohio. Definitely a separate channel. There are so many decisions to be made and details and cool construction stuff it could overwhelm primary channel. If you have the space build on your property, build a second building shop/bardo so Maddy and the ripper have their own space. Best advice for you is “yes dear”. Should have Maddy be part content creator.
Get all the essentials for backup. Generators, battery, solor, water filtration, water catchment, pellet or wood stove if needed, most importantly build a greenhouse connected to home. Much much more lol
Mate the Cleet channel is about you as a person and your journey, it’s not just about cars. It is so much more, it’s the crew, the track, it’s your aviation journey. Don’t hold back on putting the house content on the main channel mate, everyone will LOVE seeing more of your journey!
Gerrett, Just look what Demo Matt did with his channels. He started with with Demolition Ranch & Off the Ranch and then as things grew and he got that giant property he turned the second channel into one about him and his projects beyond doing his firearms channel. I've enjoyed the transition that his second channel took and would have to agree with the above about the second channel following you and your life beyond "racecar Cleetus". Good luck and I hope it goes smoothly.
To me - main channel is the vibe. I like the idea of behind the scenes on the secondary channel but main, and a single channel, is the vibe. And other automotive focus channels have done similar and branched out content. Per OP - this channel has always been more than just cars.
First off, McFarland Mansion series will be a hit. You've earned it and don't let anybody tell you otherwise. This series may just blossom into something majestic. Look at how well a house series did for Matt. I say go for it.
I think it would be a great idea to do it on the main channel. Not only does it reach more people, and stay more accessible to the broader audience, but that means more revenue for you to continue funding the house and even better content for all of us.
Great idea Cleet. Hands on is the best way to build a house. This way you know and don't have to guess what's in the wall behind the sheetrock . You will sleep better knowing for certain that it's safe and up to code. I would love to look at the plans and possibly give you some recommendations if anything looks amiss. Builder for 45 years of custom homes . Any questions hit me up . Hell yeah brother I will be watching. Have yourself a wonderful day. MWT
Cleet-don’t be ashamed of your success. This is something a lot of people will enjoy, and most of your fan base is extremely happy for you and your family. Mike Patey has included home building content on his main channel, and it’s been really interesting. If you can keep the same level of car content coming AND the home content, everyone will be happy.
VGG is showing a barn build on his second channel. I found it very interesting and happy for him and his family. Definitely I am happy for their success, well earned! But as you said, keep the regular content coming. 👏👍
Cleetus and other youtubers like him are able to do the these things because of the fans like us who buy the merch, the live streams, attend the events, etc. We have watched him and his family grow like they were our own family, so to be able to watch a build series just makes sense. Look at the numbers for the abandoned mansion or adam lzs compound. Im sure even taylor rays shop builds are huge increases to his revenue stream. It's been proven multiple times over that the fan base is more than willing to watch whatever they do.
You should definitely make it a series, no doubt. I think Matts Abandoned Mansion series was great and he did the right thing by putting it on his second channel, keeping his original channel true to his content. You could do some spoilers on the main channel and maybe short monthly updates and the people that are interested will find their way to this channel if they want to watch the full thing. I'm excited for you and your dream house, you deserve it brother!!
Cleetus - My dream home would be to build a home inside a airplane hanger type building. The idea would be able to drive into my home concrete everywhere, no grass. Anything like an RV to motorcycles never exposed to the elements. Cover the roof with solar panels have a huge area to play with my vehicles indoors. The kids could play safely inside.
Your channel has become more than just racecars. It's become your life adventure and everything that involved. Between jet boats, heilcopter, corvette exhaust whistles, we are here for it. Make it a series and through it on the main channel.
Something I've learned through renovating my first home Tip #1 : I think you should add access ports to every major in wall fixture/pipe. It isn't terribly unaesthetic and if you ever want to replace a shower set up, or check a spigot leak after a freeze etc. All you have to do is pop open an access port, over cutting into dry wall, replacing dry wall and repainting. It adds such a peace of mind to quickly pop open a port after a freeze as well as a great way to check the condition of your studs. The extra minor cost could save you thousands down the line. Tip #2 : Go in before drywall is up and take pictures of the bare walls. This will be insanely handy down the line to be able to look at a picture and know where everything is. Tip #3 : I don't know how bad foundation shifts are in Florida, but it never hurts to go a little overboard with foundation...it is in fact, the foundation of your whole investment.
I highly recommend a metal roof. They last forever and sound great during the rain. And of course hurricane proof windows are required now so that goes without saying. Definitely wide body the garage and put in some carbon fiber garage doors lol
Main channel we all watch for you. The cars, trucks, planes, and helis are the bonus we get for watching. Build it for Dale brother. Your personality is what makes the content great. Along with your crew. You have assembled great group of people around you.
Don’t ever be ashamed of the position you’re in as a result of your hard work. You provide entertainment for us viewers and as a business owner/leader, you provide food on everyone of your employees plates. Wishing you nothing but the best on this house build
You can never tell what the future has awaiting you, both good and bad. With this being said, incorporate as many handicap accessible items into your build as possible. (wide doors, roll in showers, bathroom etc) As you age, the money spent on these choices will not go wasted, but should you ever be in a life changing accident you will be thankful your house is ready for your new needs. Lets be honest, these days your life could change drastically in less than 7 seconds, and now is the time to prepare for such.
You started the main channel around racing, but since then you’ve added boating, flying, rc cars etc, and they have all done good and everyone has enjoyed it. It’s a big life moment to do this and I believe it belongs on the main channel because as a fan I’m excited to see how far you’ve come and things you are doing, that’s why it’s enjoyable to watch!
I am here for it. Matt Carricker was able to put a lot more into his "Abandoned Mansion" by making it a UA-cam project. I loved it. I am currently watching Adam LZ's home remodel.
I think you do need three channels. This one for announcements/discussion, the main for motorised content, and a new channel for the construction series. Also can't hurt covering bases because who knows what youtube might be like in 10-20yrs. I'd definitely watch the construction channel. I like Goonzquad and Vice Grip building content. You could also have Freedom Factory maintenance and repair on it too.
I recently built a somewhat larger home of 6K sq ft. Spend your money where you hate spending it. Good windows and doors, not vinyl junk. Spray foam insulation. Double or triple the outlets they put in a garage. I did a 400 amp service in the house, but knowing you will likely do outbuildings, put in the biggest service you can possibly do. I have a large property and ran extra conduit if internet ever takes a big leap and I need to run new lines. I also ran extra water lines if I ever want to do irrigation on the large lot. I also ran utilities to separate parts of the property for outbuildings. Last year I trenched 900' of conduit to run electrical for security, wifi, and outlets for a holiday lights display. Basically its much cheaper to throw pipe in a hole that is already dug than to dig it all back up and do it again. conduit and pvc pipe is cheap. Excavators and labor is not. Good luck.
Personally, I think Derek/VGG does this really well, by keeping the main channel to cars and doing house stuff on the second channel. Also, it would be a pretty stellar opportunity to grow this channel even further, and engage a new audience that watches youtube for house stuff and maybe won't be interested in the cars. Your main fan base will watch it regardless of where it is.
Definitely put it on the main channel, might as well make some money off it. After all these years I think it’s safe to say a lot of us are here for all the great content you provide not just racing. Good look Cleet
I think you keep it on the main channel. Your channel has really turned into more of a lifestyle/business channel than just a racing channel. The base of the content is racing/car building, but the heart of the channel is the relationships and daily life between everyone involved with the shop and track. I always hope to see more track upgrade/construction videos as well.
A lot of people won't like that. Off The Ranch / Matt Carriker is a great example. Tons of people were upset when he finished the abandoned mansion and started posting about cars. Cleestus McFarland needs to stay a car channel.
@@HandTightGarage Your point has been proven invalid with this channel. Went from car only to now it is car, track, side by side, shop pranks, etc. This is more of a motorsports lifestyle channel than anything else. Look at some of his most popular videos, like installing track lights or taking a jet boat up white water.
I think for the main channel do the overarching design and big updates. This channel get into the grit of what's going on, it'll give this channel some room to grow with regular updates with just the housing stuff mostly so people on the main can sub to this channel even more if they want more but also don't get fatigued with double videos from car + house content. Your audience is pretty big, so it gives a lot of us some advice on what to do, learn what you do, and how to do something if that chance arises for themselves. I will say based on my house, you can't go wrong with outlets all over and the ability to have cat7 or higher cable outlets all over too. Yeah you can run wifi but sometimes you need extenders, stuff gets dropped. High quality hard line that will hold you for years to be able to plug into anywhere in your house can save some stress. Lighting too, some of those new bulbs like the Phillips Hue you can control with your phone or Alexa for the "cool" rooms. They're expensive but for what I use them they are worth. I changed out my ceiling fans to ones that don't have cords coming down and are controlled with remotes have been a nice change. Lay in bed and turn the fan higher/off without getting up, just don't lose the remote lmao. Depending on how wild you go, you can have morning routines that the curtains open at certain time with lights slowly coming on all kinds of shit with smart house these days
Put it on the main channel. Its always fun watching what you do whether its lighting at the FF, drag and drives or building a house. Saves us all subscripting to another channel.
Make it out of rebar and concrete with bullet proof windows. Make it category 5 proof. 3 story with large slide so an adult could go from 3rd floor to ground level.
@bagelbandit6076 Demos second (third) channel had a couple million subs. This channel doesn't even have a million. The revenue will be higher on Cleets main channel to help with the build costs.
I recommend filming the entire process, even the land layout, utilities, grading, all of it. I myself will be eventually building my own custom home and it would nice to see how the process works out from start to finish, especially being a co-foreman alongside of trinity👍
Make sure you do variable speed HVAC with all hard pipe duct work and r8 insulation this will help humidity control… other off topic tips…. Granite throughout , 12ft ceilings, his and her sink, large pantry, gas appliances, tankless water heaters, wrap around gutters, laundry room with tons of cabinet space, generac generator, built in home vacuum ports in rooms, laundry shoot,garbage disposal,UV lights , 5” media air filters, spray foam insulation(if done properly) , can lighting, motion sensor&door switch activated lighting, just a few lol…..
I would say separate channel. Not only would it keep is separate, might increase revenues as well. I have built several houses for myself. I have no clue what your plans are, and I know in Florida regulations are different (Due to termites and other bugs). But what I have learned is 9' ceiling on 1st floor is minimum (and when they do this stretch the window height), Hot and Cold water spigots on rear and front of house (For filling buckets etc), Power outlets in overhang of house (for easy plug in of C-mas lights and cameras) and Undercabinet lighting for all rooms with cabinets that can be motion activated (Pantry, Bathroom, Kitchen, Mud Room). There are tons of more things which have been mentioned on here already. Finally, always as much storage as possible, you never have to many places to store stuff.
Not sure if you watched the video bud. Said it would be extra content. If you can make money whilst spending it, why not? If you're going to cry about it unsub.@@1995VScommodore
Firstly, yes, 1000000% do a series on the main channel. We will respect your home as we have the freedom factory. Secondly, I’m sure you are already aware since you guys have worked together through the aviation side of things but Mike Patey has done some incredible things with the house he is building right now. I would definitely refer to his experience on a lot of questions. Myself being an engineer, I can validate his stuff is the real deal. Congrats on the success!
Id recommend posting one video about the build on the main channel then moving the series over to this channel. Get the word out about it and then advertise that we can watch more over on the second channel.
I’m not sure how the algorithm works 100% so idk if there are hidden downsides. However, I’d think to keep it on the main channel and blast out videos. When a video pops up on my feed that I like, I watch, if not, I don’t. Simple enough. I don’t care whether it came from channel 1 or 2. I’d LOVE to watch the build videos. I think starting from the very beginning would be awesome. Finding property, choosing a builder, selection of build details and materials, all of it.
I agree 100% as well, I’ve been watching this channel for 6 years religiously, every video and will continue doing so. but i’ve also noticed a bunch of comments lately of people crying about the RC/aviation content. These will be the same people who complain about a house build on the main channel, but fuck em. There’s plenty of car only content to wrap their narrow minds around.
I run and operate a small painting business up here in Wisconsin. We paint nice homes ($1-10M places). Have dozens of references. I would be honored to come down with some tools and a guy or two and paint for you guys. You buy the paint, ill cover all the labor. You, your team and your content have helped me in more ways than i can explain. Ive watched every video for the past few years and have had some rough points in life. So paintimg for a few days seems like more than a fair exchange. Happy for you Cleet!!
I think the amount of support we all put in, all we care is that the channel grows. So whatever can make you the most return on the videos is what we want, because we know in the end all you will do is reinvest the money straight to the channel and content.
I’d definetly want to see it on the main channel I remodel homes for a living and love to see people that take the time and have pride in their craftsmanship!!!!!
Prioritize insulation not just for the cost savings aspect for heating/air conditioning; prioritize it for the comfort you'll gain. There's a point where more/better insulation isn't always going to help save money, but if you can overbuild slightly, you can avoid the problem where one room is too hot and one is always too humid, etc. Also look into over-spec'ing the HRV/ERV system to again help with comfort. I don't know what the code minimum is for new-build in Florida, but if you can even out heating in the kitchen while cooking, and high humidity in bathrooms, it will just help your entire house feel more comfortable.
Word of advice from a well guy. Speak to your local/preferred well drilling company. About a piece of property as to GPM and water quality before ya buy!!
Don’t think “showing it off” is a bad thing. Everyone who watches ur videos knows how hard u work. And how much u deserve it. And for anyone that has a problem with it, that’s their problem.
i think it could be a privacy issue. i mean he’s planning on living there for the next couple decades. it’s where he will raise his kids. i would hate for a spiteful asshole to mess with anything.
I agree with your idea about putting the house stuff on the main channel while not interrupting the racecar content. Your main channel generates a lot more revenue and will be seen by more people. If someone doesn't want to see house building content on the main channel they are grown ups and can just click off of it and watch the racecars. I think most of your subscribers/viewers are like me. I love racecar stuff, aviation stuff, RC stuff, construction stuff, and the general shenanigans you and your crew get into. Reading a couple of the replies, to be clear I am only in favor of construction stuff on the main channel if it does not interfere or take away from the racecar vids. Cleet says this in the video.
build a underground bunker under the house. with all amenities big enough to house your whole family and friend in. comfortably for 40 years. then build your mansion/ castle on top.
Put it on the main channel. If you make a completely different channel once the construction is over what are you going to put on that channel after that?
As a person from the original Cletus days I think everyone would all agree to put it on the main Channel , the majority of us have watched you grow that channel from virtually nothing , like the exhaust whistles on your Corvette we were all along for the ride , so I say build it on the main Channel and congratulations Garrett you earned it ! it's okay to have fancy shit, speaking for myself I personally like to see someone succeed when they work their ass off. You earned it and I will be along for the ride no matter where you put it. Congratulations to you and your wife on this major life accomplishment .
Some of my favorite things in the design for building my house: Think through where you want to be able to turn on different sets of lights throughout the house. For example, our main Hallway lights can be turned on/off from right outside the Master, the kitchen, entry from the garage, and front door. We put in a whole house speaker system with separate sound control sections and wired the alexa into it. The music throughout the house is extremely nice. If you're going to be in a secluded area, I suggest having one of the switches for each section of flood lights in your Master. That way if there's a weird noise outside, you can light up the world without having to go to the front/back doors. This paired with the hallways lights outside our room makes it to where I can light up pretty much the whole house very quickly if I want to. Get bright Floodlights. Ours are 10000 lumen with three sections per light. My outdoor projects/get togethers can continue into the night very easily.
Main channel for sure, we all enjoy watching the path you've gone throughout the years. This is huge and we are all honored to watch it grow step by step, can't wait to see what you have planned. It'll hit crazy views no doubt about that.
CLEETER CONSTRUCTION SERIES! Definitely document behind the scenes content on the channel I think your viewers will be just as interested in that process just as much as your other endeavors
Definitely a series on 2nd channel. I’ve built 2 custom homes for myself as a builder. Best advice: don’t make sacrifices build the dream you have the resources and you’re incredibly talented as a businessman, creator and drive/ pilot. You save me cubicle dollars by building the stuff I don’t have the resources and time to build. Keep up the incredible content!
I'd say do detailed videos on the second channel so those who care can see it... and do updates on the main channel cause most of the folks building cars will like to see a house build. A build is a build!
This is a good idea. Upload update vids on the main channel and upload detailed vids to the 2 channel. Just have the links to the full house project on the main channel vids. This could work too.
Totally agreed. The main channel's all about the horse torques, but everyone also cares about the cool builds and jet washing the bleachers. Main channel for the main bits, but we'll also be devoted to more content on the 2nd. Miss the build updates for the FF, so would love to see this.
Good idea. I think your long time followers will love updates and if they want more will go to the other channel. However new subscribers interested in the build may not care about the car content at all and leave annoying comments asking about the house lol
Yes make a separate series about your house. It can be on either channel. Also, you should talk to Matt Risinger. He’s got a UA-cam channel called The Build Show. You could get good advice on a high-end energy efficient house.
Though I am not completely familiar with how it works, I know the UA-cam algorithm would favor the Main Channel far far more than this second or a new channel all together.
I'd suggest putting it on whichever channel would generate the most revenue. However, building up the second channel, similar to how Demo Ranch did, also has its advantages. In case anything were to happen to your main channel, you would have a solidly built second channel ready to go. Super pumped for this content!
I would keep them separate and keep the house it's own channel, most definitely. I'm a Commercial General Building contractor myself. You should check out more than one contractor and more than one architect for a design that he could help you build to your specifications/needs. Sometimes this takes years to even design and complete with many changes along the way so a contractor must be negotiable and there will be a lot of time and material added to any kind of project such as this that is not contracted in stone. Meaning lots of additions and start and decide to go another way so tear it down and do overs. So unless you put the blueprints as a must build your building is going to be a happenstance and pure luck if it is going to stay on target price or with over runs that are going to keep you paying for this to come years down the road. Good luck and I suggest reading some books on building your own home. That will take you through all to look for and how to keep the construction on track wit6hout delays and over runs or changes and add-ons.
I'd say do all the house content on the Cleetus 2 channel! I would also say you should give a camera to the people in the shop like Tye and do more shop content too! It could be as simple as making the cages for the crown vic's but alot of people want to watch stuff like that/more techincal stuff!
Brother, it's all about the energy from you and the crew. Post it all! Never would I imagine enjoyment from watching a Live Floor Scrubber video but yet I watched it for hours. Your content is pure entertainment. All of us are along for your journey!
I think the house content belongs on the second channel, this is an opportunity to have it as a personal update, family channel. This will also bring in a different viewer base, and grow into another prosperous channel. I think keeping the Cletus 1 channel shop, track and all things with a motor is smart. (Very similar to Matt’s personal channel with the ranch vs the demo ranch being all things guns)
Main Channel, This Channel.....Doesn't matter Cleet we WILL watch it bud!! You'll have serious fun with this project!!! Can't wait to see the end result!
Don't get caught using proprietary home automation unless the installation allows for swapping it out with standard devices/fixtures in the future. Things like whole home audio that work with a single integrated controller and remote interface panels make it difficult to upgrade or change later. If you want something like that, run speaker wires out to all of the locations from a central point and place all of the automation in a rack. You can do anything from Best Buy audio receivers to the highest end distributed audio or anything in between. The same goes for lighting and outlet automation; don't install central control where all of the switches are in a cabinet; use regular wiring methods to normal boxes on the wall. You can put in fancy switches if you want, but those could always be swapped back to standard wall switches later or any other new technology down the road.
Cleeter, I wasn"t that into drag racing until I started watching your channel, soon to realise it wasn't just the drag racing I was interested in, it was your personalitly and how you presented the content and how you interact with others. It's just a bonus that you also love aviation and anything with an engine, which is what I'm into, and so are thousands of your viewers. The series defineley belongs on your main channel. Peace from Australia 🇦🇺
Think about upkeep and how to make it as nice as possible for as long as possible. I suggest real stone. I also suggest isolating your office/studio so that it has it's own series of breakers. Overbuild everything. You and your crew could make shoveling sand entertaining.
Put it on the main channel Garrett! Don’t be ashamed to show off your hard work. You deserve it buddy! I think I speak for most of us in saying we will watch anything you post! Best content creator out there!
I think you over estimate the patients of the viewers on the main channel.. he should use this project to grow this channel... Main channel is pretty full right now....
This channel is the best spot for this type of content. Matt did the mansion and it was cool to watch that series. Building a house goes really fast once plans are set, comparatively. There is a lot of thought and prep going into the plans. Tons more coordination between contractors and their schedules, if you decide to use them more than doing it yourself solely. It is going to suck up a lot of time. You are going to have to find out your end date and work towards that. There are quite a few channels that do this type of content. The best ones are where everything is documented in video. Keep in mind you don't have to put vids out in real time with the build. I've seen the stress that creates. Your ability to create interesting content will carry the entire project. Good luck!!!
It goes fast unless you have to go and almost completely tear the house down and rebuild it. lol. Jk on Matt. It was an amazing journey on the project. And now here we go again on the desperado ranch and resort. 😅
Also, for Matt’s channel off the ranch now named Matt Carriker. I only watched that channel. I didn’t even know he had the gun channel till years later. Don’t ask me how I don’t know how I missed that.
Race car fans are working class people. Absolutely make a announcement to your fans. Take there input and decide which channel to present the build on. Maybe on a new channel with very regular updates on CM. With in depth details of the build on new channel. Sounds like a great way to build a dream home. And its most definitely a wife pleaser. Hell ya
This is main channel content for sure. Also, as a side note, please don't feel guilty or weird about sharing this kind of thing. You work hard as hell to keep us entertained. We appreciate you, and we love seeing you win Cleet! I think I speak for most of us here that we're just stoked for you, and you deserve every bit of the success you've gained.
I think you over estimate the patients of the viewers on the main channel.. he should use this project to grow this channel... Main channel is pretty full right now....
I don't think it will matter where you put the content. We all love your videos regardless of what you are doing. I am not into drag racing so I skip those for the most part and watch everything else. If I were you I would put out a video asking for build recommendations. There are so many things I wish I had done differently in my own home. Such as the washer and dryer should have been right off the master because the wife and I both despise taking clothes from the laundry room to the closet plus we change in the bedroom and then have to carry the dirty clothes to the laundry room. Do a built-in safe room for valuables with a good dehumidifier system. An underground pistol range within the safe room. Doesnt have to be a big room just put a door in the wall chest high and use 3ft reinforced concrete pipe as an underground range with a place on the end to put targets and an access hole to retrieve lead. Maybe in another building or garage. I am sure you will make your garage 5 times bigger than it needs to be. Soundproof rooms you want quiet. Make sure the builder puts in dead blocks everywhere you may hang something, curtains, towel holders cabinets, toilet paper holders, etc. Make sure the contractor straightens every stud after the walls are built. A lot of GCs don't do that anymore and as bad as lumber is getting everyone should be doing it. No matter how much thought you put into it there will be things you wish you would have done differently. You have the perfect platform here to eliminate that as much as possible.
DEFINITELY do a UA-cam series. Make some revenue on it to help fund the home.
Amen to that brother
HELL YEA BROTHER!!!! Series Series Series, I’d love to watch that and like @JosephNnbs said make some extra money brother!!!!
while it could make good content, i don’t think he needs the money
We're yall born yesterday? Garrett has been in the industry for over a decade, he knows. He edited 1320 videos and was in the industry before 1320.
Heck he's probably real estate agent also in which he sells small portions of land by the race track and his own home.
Don't trust content creators. They're not here for you. They're here for corporations. Just enjoy the content and be aware of the scams
@@justabrokeredneck we know Cleet don’t need the money, but def would make good content
Honestly, for those of us here for the long haul, we aren't just here for the cars. We're here because of what you and your crew have built together. Being creative is one of your best attributes. Watching that creative energy thrive, while you build the dopest home of the century, is going to be awesome for everyone that tunes in. Get er done son!
this the truth , i like seeing him do everything it's all cool and funny as hell
Cletus’s mpk ppv needs you and your ppv team…..!!!
Twenty year master electrician here. Before drywall goes up, make sure you plan for possible future upgrades and run a circuit for it. Example would be fish tanks, hot tubs, pool heaters, fireplaces. Etc. If it's a 2 story house it's very hard to fish wires through the first floor. Much cheaper to do it now than later. Love to see your house building content!
If it is two story add a LARGE (or two) raceway from the load center and data center to the second floor attic then you can drop in from the top on the second floor. When houses had chimneys for heat it was a great top to bottom access but now you have to plan ahead.
Also / fish cat5E er'wherr
If you can fit it into your design, either put in a few sub panels to help make future renovations easier by keeping the electrical closer to your usage point, or run conduit from the main panel(s) to a few strategically placed junction boxes to help with not having to tear open intervening spaces for renovations. Something like putting a large junction box behind your refrigerator; you won't need to get into it unless you're renovating, but you could totally tear apart your kitchen in the future and not have to tear out any other rooms/ceilings to route new electrical. Personally, I'd try to do that for a few big areas like your kitchen(s), garage, living room/entertainment center.
@@LoganWillmert I agree. I am a 17yr HVAC and only a hand full of new construction jobs have I seen where people have installed multiple sub panels. I wished it became mandatory in new construction.
Cat 6 at least @@Dogtub
I think it’d be a great idea to do it on this channel, not only would it keep the house content separate but it’d be a great way to promote people regularly checking out this one. Plus I’m sure we’ll all learn something from it, in the same boat as you and it’s a lot of information to take in and decide the best way to do things!
Honestly, 95% of the reason I watch your videos is because of you and the boys having a good time, 5% is what you’re actually doing.
Absolutely make a house build series and take us along for the journey! You could do a series on doing laundry and I’d still watch it 😂
I fully second this
THIS!!! I thought about it for a few minutes and came to this conclusion too. Im here to watch you guys have fun doing whatever you're doing.
Agreed
we need the cleeter laundry vid
@@itsyaboikirbo Word Up!
The Cleetus2 channel definitely has the potential to grow if you put the build on here. It's already established as the off-topic Cleetus content and I'd say 3 channels is too much. Doing the house content on Cleetus2 will give the channel a solid consistent theme with the occasional racecar crossover/announcements. Having everything on the main channel in my viewing experience gives me atrophy, it's too much to take in and that separation of themes is nice. It's the personal side of Cleetus and just like with what Demo Matt did, he did the abandon mansion but it wasn't forever and that turned out okay for him and the fanbase.
Yeah I like this idea!
AGREED!!
This.
This is the way
agree
100% smash the main channel with all the build content!!! I don't know a car guy who doesn't love a custom home build especially when there's a healthy budget involved !!!! Can't wait to come along for the journey
First off, never feel weird about sharing your success! You are humble and not boastful! Definitely make a series, monetize it to help with the hanger, runway and helipad!
100% do a build series. I think the second channel is a good home for that, but definitely wouldn’t be opposed to it being on the mail channel. I really enjoyed how Matt over at Demo Ranch did the abandoned mansion series, and I think this could be along the lines of that kind of entertainment. We love seeing you succeed and move up in life, thank you for including us on this journey
This! On this channel, do the series, take notes from Matt because it was very engaging the way he did the mansion.
Matt found out how to tap into the market of HGTV moms. Cleetus could do the same. We get new, fun content, and Cleetus gets many dollars from having a bigger audience. More dollars equals more cars. Would work best on a second channel, or if he renamed this one.
This series is definitely worthy of the Main channel, IMO. Came for the cars, stayed for the crew (Cleetus, JSJ, Sam, George, Zac, etc) Love it all!!
Same, but on the main channel would mean less content for us. Put it on this 2nd channel and he keeps pumping out the same amount of content on the main plus the extra house build content here. Win win 👌😉
@@NowinLao Yeah the same as Demolitionranch Matt did with the abandoned mansion on his 2nd channel
Standing seam metal roof...a must have. And it's fire(works) proof!
Definitely do a video series. I wouldn't mind it being on your mail channel. Wouldn't bother me a bit..
Things I learned building my house.
1. You can never have to many closets/storage rooms.
2. Power outlets recessed in the floor. Especially in living areas. The more the better.
3. Good lighting in the bedrooms. Put can lights on a separate switch so you don't always have to have them on.
4. Put outlets on columns on your porches.
I love how Matt (demo ranch) has his formatted, the main channel stays true to the original content and the second channel for all the other stuff, house build, side projects, more aviation, maybe you go to demos range days etc…
Don’t feel weird, you earned it and it’s Awesome you are bringing your ppl along for the journey…
I'd rather the house build be a series on Cleetus's main channel like the racetrack build was.
I think it's safe to say that MOST people watch the channel because of YOU, the cars, planes, boats, ect. are just a bonus. Your humble and kind attitude is why people love you and will watch what ever content you put out. I met you last year at Clutch kickers at the FF and i was blown away by how humble and kind you were to not only me and my son, but anyone else who approached you and asked for a picture. Can't wait to see the new house content!
Big facts!
This
Main channel
Perfectly said!
True
You worked your ass off to get to this point. Show it off. I cant wait to see how it turns out. Congrats 🎉
Some design ideas:
Your building on sand so the foundation must be planed and engineered accordingly.
All power, phone, cable, internet, etc underground and enters in the interior of the house.
Electrical panel/breaker box inside the house.
Install backup power (generator/ solar) now while building instead of doing it later.
Speaking of solar, there’s tons of sun in Fl and you’d be remiss if you didn’t capitalize on at least solar hot water.
Reenforced door jambs to prevent door kick ins.
Insulate the hell out of all outer walls and ceiling.
Insulate interior rooms where needed for sound. (movie room, office studio, etc)
Tech shield with an air gap on rafters.
Pressure test the house.
Oversize the heating and cooling
Consider a safe room, or two.
All gearheads need a mud room with a bathroom. We come in the house dirty and need a place to clean up so we don’t track dirt, oil, and grease throughout the house.
Run wiring for things like in wall speakers during the framing stage, even if you don’t install them right away.
That way when you do get ready the wiring is already there. Saves a ton of headache if you make a map.
I’ll add more later.
Sounds like an awesome addition that you could add to the channel, if you kept it interesting and fun.
I think we're past just car content, we love seeing you guys do well at anything. We love the plane and helicopter videos - model planes included - and we love the jetboat videos, obviously we LOVE the drag racing and FF events and car builds, pretty sure most of us would be delighted to see an extra video every week with house progress on either of the current two channels - add another playlist and boom. Gold 😊
I would put the house content on this channel, just like Matt did with "Off The Ranch". For lighting and things like tile etc, reach out to Matt Moreman's team at Obsessed Garage. The group of people they put together for Adam LZ's house remodel are absolutely top notch. They would be able to get you on the right track and connected with the right people. House design and construction is some of the hottest content on UA-cam right now. This series will kill it, and I know we are all looking forward to seeing it come together.
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Yeah Matt from @ObsessedGarage really knows his stuff, the LZ house will be amazing when it's done, would love to see him colab woth Cleet.
The comment I was looking for. Matt would do a great job with this new project while making in-depth videos for the nerd who like that kinda stuff while you can come in and make general update videos for this channel.
I’d also say rename this channel to just Garett Mitchell like demo Matt did, seems like the classy move.
Agreed, Matt is the man and he's close to you.
Def series. More will see it on the main channel and I think you should post it there. You used to just do race car stuff, now you do jet boat, planes, helicopters, and FF construction projects. Just send it brother.
My recommendation would be a Tesla roof and power wall. That way you can use the powerful Florida sun to generate your electricity needs so your family has power in any condition (power outages ect). Plus it lasts forever and is extremely durable. Win win. We will be doing it on our home.
I think it should be a main channel series idk if it’d be too much but I think an additional house video once every week or two would be killer! Also I’d watch the heck outta your house construction… been watching stradman for like 5 years😂
I don’t think you need an additional channel, definitely vlog it all though. The main channel is about you man, you’re an entertainer, racer, builder, pilot, dad. Just keep showing what you’re up to and I’ll watch.
Could not have said it better myself.
This is the exact sentiment I have. Main channel will enjoy this build as much as the car builds!
If we can make it through the 1500 boat challenge, we can certainly learn something about building a custom home.🤣😂🤣😂👍👍👍
Don't feel "weird" about sharing your journey of building your dream home. We live vicariously through you!!
Having just built a custom home on 13 acres in Ohio. Definitely a separate channel. There are so many decisions to be made and details and cool construction stuff it could overwhelm primary channel. If you have the space build on your property, build a second building shop/bardo so Maddy and the ripper have their own space. Best advice for you is “yes dear”. Should have Maddy be part content creator.
Get all the essentials for backup. Generators, battery, solor, water filtration, water catchment, pellet or wood stove if needed, most importantly build a greenhouse connected to home. Much much more lol
Mate the Cleet channel is about you as a person and your journey, it’s not just about cars. It is so much more, it’s the crew, the track, it’s your aviation journey. Don’t hold back on putting the house content on the main channel mate, everyone will LOVE seeing more of your journey!
10000000000 million percent% agree..well said mate.
Hell Yeh Brother !!!
Gerrett, Just look what Demo Matt did with his channels. He started with with Demolition Ranch & Off the Ranch and then as things grew and he got that giant property he turned the second channel into one about him and his projects beyond doing his firearms channel. I've enjoyed the transition that his second channel took and would have to agree with the above about the second channel following you and your life beyond "racecar Cleetus". Good luck and I hope it goes smoothly.
To me - main channel is the vibe. I like the idea of behind the scenes on the secondary channel but main, and a single channel, is the vibe. And other automotive focus channels have done similar and branched out content. Per OP - this channel has always been more than just cars.
First off, McFarland Mansion series will be a hit. You've earned it and don't let anybody tell you otherwise.
This series may just blossom into something majestic.
Look at how well a house series did for Matt.
I say go for it.
Broo, McFarland Mansion. Start posting this name on more comments.
Id say on 2nd channel. Just like matt from Demolition Ranch did
Yes! Whatever brings the most cheddar! Make a channel of Sam offering rides to people in his Supra, but he drives off every time they say, ok!?!
I should say, I’m a construction guy, I’d really enjoy the building and planning content. But I love it all!
McFarland Mansion for the win
I think it would be a great idea to do it on the main channel. Not only does it reach more people, and stay more accessible to the broader audience, but that means more revenue for you to continue funding the house and even better content for all of us.
Great idea Cleet. Hands on is the best way to build a house. This way you know and don't have to guess what's in the wall behind the sheetrock . You will sleep better knowing for certain that it's safe and up to code. I would love to look at the plans and possibly give you some recommendations if anything looks amiss. Builder for 45 years of custom homes . Any questions hit me up . Hell yeah brother I will be watching. Have yourself a wonderful day. MWT
Cleet-don’t be ashamed of your success. This is something a lot of people will enjoy, and most of your fan base is extremely happy for you and your family. Mike Patey has included home building content on his main channel, and it’s been really interesting. If you can keep the same level of car content coming AND the home content, everyone will be happy.
VGG is showing a barn build on his second channel. I found it very interesting and happy for him and his family. Definitely I am happy for their success, well earned! But as you said, keep the regular content coming. 👏👍
Cleetus and other youtubers like him are able to do the these things because of the fans like us who buy the merch, the live streams, attend the events, etc. We have watched him and his family grow like they were our own family, so to be able to watch a build series just makes sense. Look at the numbers for the abandoned mansion or adam lzs compound. Im sure even taylor rays shop builds are huge increases to his revenue stream. It's been proven multiple times over that the fan base is more than willing to watch whatever they do.
You should definitely make it a series, no doubt. I think Matts Abandoned Mansion series was great and he did the right thing by putting it on his second channel, keeping his original channel true to his content. You could do some spoilers on the main channel and maybe short monthly updates and the people that are interested will find their way to this channel if they want to watch the full thing. I'm excited for you and your dream house, you deserve it brother!!
I agree 1000%
Well said!
This right here
Agree
You took the words from my mouth
Cleetus - My dream home would be to build a home inside a airplane hanger type building. The idea would be able to drive into my home concrete everywhere, no grass. Anything like an RV to motorcycles never exposed to the elements. Cover the roof with solar panels have a huge area to play with my vehicles indoors. The kids could play safely inside.
Add lots of extra conduit in the walls for future upgrades before finishing walls, it will make your life easier in the future!
Your channel has become more than just racecars. It's become your life adventure and everything that involved. Between jet boats, heilcopter, corvette exhaust whistles, we are here for it. Make it a series and through it on the main channel.
2nd that
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I think you meant "throw" it on the main channel. LOL. Just busting balls.
Very true. What's up with the "places Holy poops" channel?
Demo Matt buys a mansion, then a resort. Clet buys a race track now builds a house... This should be on this channel!
But, Matt did it on his other “off the ranch” channel.
@@3.0colorado21this is the second channel
Something I've learned through renovating my first home
Tip #1 : I think you should add access ports to every major in wall fixture/pipe. It isn't terribly unaesthetic and if you ever want to replace a shower set up, or check a spigot leak after a freeze etc. All you have to do is pop open an access port, over cutting into dry wall, replacing dry wall and repainting. It adds such a peace of mind to quickly pop open a port after a freeze as well as a great way to check the condition of your studs. The extra minor cost could save you thousands down the line.
Tip #2 : Go in before drywall is up and take pictures of the bare walls. This will be insanely handy down the line to be able to look at a picture and know where everything is.
Tip #3 : I don't know how bad foundation shifts are in Florida, but it never hurts to go a little overboard with foundation...it is in fact, the foundation of your whole investment.
I highly recommend a metal roof. They last forever and sound great during the rain. And of course hurricane proof windows are required now so that goes without saying. Definitely wide body the garage and put in some carbon fiber garage doors lol
Main channel we all watch for you. The cars, trucks, planes, and helis are the bonus we get for watching. Build it for Dale brother. Your personality is what makes the content great. Along with your crew. You have assembled great group of people around you.
Don’t ever be ashamed of the position you’re in as a result of your hard work. You provide entertainment for us viewers and as a business owner/leader, you provide food on everyone of your employees plates. Wishing you nothing but the best on this house build
Having the airstrip in your front yard is a great idea!!!
You can never tell what the future has awaiting you, both good and bad.
With this being said, incorporate as many handicap accessible items into your build as possible. (wide doors, roll in showers, bathroom etc) As you age, the money spent on these choices will not go wasted, but should you ever be in a life changing accident you will be thankful your house is ready for your new needs. Lets be honest, these days your life could change drastically in less than 7 seconds, and now is the time to prepare for such.
You started the main channel around racing, but since then you’ve added boating, flying, rc cars etc, and they have all done good and everyone has enjoyed it. It’s a big life moment to do this and I believe it belongs on the main channel because as a fan I’m excited to see how far you’ve come and things you are doing, that’s why it’s enjoyable to watch!
I am here for it. Matt Carricker was able to put a lot more into his "Abandoned Mansion" by making it a UA-cam project. I loved it. I am currently watching Adam LZ's home remodel.
I think you do need three channels. This one for announcements/discussion, the main for motorised content, and a new channel for the construction series. Also can't hurt covering bases because who knows what youtube might be like in 10-20yrs. I'd definitely watch the construction channel. I like Goonzquad and Vice Grip building content. You could also have Freedom Factory maintenance and repair on it too.
I recently built a somewhat larger home of 6K sq ft. Spend your money where you hate spending it. Good windows and doors, not vinyl junk. Spray foam insulation. Double or triple the outlets they put in a garage. I did a 400 amp service in the house, but knowing you will likely do outbuildings, put in the biggest service you can possibly do. I have a large property and ran extra conduit if internet ever takes a big leap and I need to run new lines. I also ran extra water lines if I ever want to do irrigation on the large lot. I also ran utilities to separate parts of the property for outbuildings. Last year I trenched 900' of conduit to run electrical for security, wifi, and outlets for a holiday lights display. Basically its much cheaper to throw pipe in a hole that is already dug than to dig it all back up and do it again. conduit and pvc pipe is cheap. Excavators and labor is not. Good luck.
Personally, I think Derek/VGG does this really well, by keeping the main channel to cars and doing house stuff on the second channel. Also, it would be a pretty stellar opportunity to grow this channel even further, and engage a new audience that watches youtube for house stuff and maybe won't be interested in the cars. Your main fan base will watch it regardless of where it is.
Agree totally
Definitely put it on the main channel, might as well make some money off it. After all these years I think it’s safe to say a lot of us are here for all the great content you provide not just racing. Good look Cleet
I’m smack in the middle of a large home and shop build. One piece of advice. Sacrifice fancy features, for higher end materials.
Use our under-cabinet lighting panels! And make the entire basement a garage.
I think you keep it on the main channel. Your channel has really turned into more of a lifestyle/business channel than just a racing channel. The base of the content is racing/car building, but the heart of the channel is the relationships and daily life between everyone involved with the shop and track. I always hope to see more track upgrade/construction videos as well.
I agree. Loved the track upgrade videos from back in the day
Well said
A lot of people won't like that. Off The Ranch / Matt Carriker is a great example. Tons of people were upset when he finished the abandoned mansion and started posting about cars. Cleestus McFarland needs to stay a car channel.
@@HandTightGarageokay and? There two separate audiences.
@@HandTightGarage Your point has been proven invalid with this channel. Went from car only to now it is car, track, side by side, shop pranks, etc. This is more of a motorsports lifestyle channel than anything else. Look at some of his most popular videos, like installing track lights or taking a jet boat up white water.
I think for the main channel do the overarching design and big updates. This channel get into the grit of what's going on, it'll give this channel some room to grow with regular updates with just the housing stuff mostly so people on the main can sub to this channel even more if they want more but also don't get fatigued with double videos from car + house content. Your audience is pretty big, so it gives a lot of us some advice on what to do, learn what you do, and how to do something if that chance arises for themselves. I will say based on my house, you can't go wrong with outlets all over and the ability to have cat7 or higher cable outlets all over too. Yeah you can run wifi but sometimes you need extenders, stuff gets dropped. High quality hard line that will hold you for years to be able to plug into anywhere in your house can save some stress. Lighting too, some of those new bulbs like the Phillips Hue you can control with your phone or Alexa for the "cool" rooms. They're expensive but for what I use them they are worth. I changed out my ceiling fans to ones that don't have cords coming down and are controlled with remotes have been a nice change. Lay in bed and turn the fan higher/off without getting up, just don't lose the remote lmao. Depending on how wild you go, you can have morning routines that the curtains open at certain time with lights slowly coming on all kinds of shit with smart house these days
Put it on the main channel. Its always fun watching what you do whether its lighting at the FF, drag and drives or building a house. Saves us all subscripting to another channel.
Make it out of rebar and concrete with bullet proof windows. Make it category 5 proof. 3 story with large slide so an adult could go from 3rd floor to ground level.
I loved when Matt did the abandoned mansion build! I would LOVE to see how you would build your own house! This is going to be sick!
That also was on his second (or third) channel.
Exactly!^^
Yeah but matt never put anything other than guns on the main. cleet already has everything pretty much on the main.@@bagelbandit6076
Matt also used his family vlog channel..
Would you Be ready for a family vlog channel??
@bagelbandit6076 Demos second (third) channel had a couple million subs. This channel doesn't even have a million. The revenue will be higher on Cleets main channel to help with the build costs.
I recommend filming the entire process, even the land layout, utilities, grading, all of it. I myself will be eventually building my own custom home and it would nice to see how the process works out from start to finish, especially being a co-foreman alongside of trinity👍
Make sure you do variable speed HVAC with all hard pipe duct work and r8 insulation this will help humidity control… other off topic tips…. Granite throughout , 12ft ceilings, his and her sink, large pantry, gas appliances, tankless water heaters, wrap around gutters, laundry room with tons of cabinet space, generac generator, built in home vacuum ports in rooms, laundry shoot,garbage disposal,UV lights , 5” media air filters, spray foam insulation(if done properly) , can lighting, motion sensor&door switch activated lighting, just a few lol…..
I would say separate channel. Not only would it keep is separate, might increase revenues as well. I have built several houses for myself. I have no clue what your plans are, and I know in Florida regulations are different (Due to termites and other bugs). But what I have learned is 9' ceiling on 1st floor is minimum (and when they do this stretch the window height), Hot and Cold water spigots on rear and front of house (For filling buckets etc), Power outlets in overhang of house (for easy plug in of C-mas lights and cameras) and Undercabinet lighting for all rooms with cabinets that can be motion activated (Pantry, Bathroom, Kitchen, Mud Room). There are tons of more things which have been mentioned on here already. Finally, always as much storage as possible, you never have to many places to store stuff.
Cleeter is way too humble. The fact he made a video asking us for our input on which channel to put it on. Great work Cleetus. We love you brother
Humble? He is asking our permission to sell out and change content, it's pathetic honestly
Not sure if you watched the video bud. Said it would be extra content. If you can make money whilst spending it, why not? If you're going to cry about it unsub.@@1995VScommodore
@@1995VScommodore stfu if he was a sellout he would just milk it without asking
Firstly, yes, 1000000% do a series on the main channel. We will respect your home as we have the freedom factory. Secondly, I’m sure you are already aware since you guys have worked together through the aviation side of things but Mike Patey has done some incredible things with the house he is building right now. I would definitely refer to his experience on a lot of questions. Myself being an engineer, I can validate his stuff is the real deal. Congrats on the success!
^this!!!
Id recommend posting one video about the build on the main channel then moving the series over to this channel. Get the word out about it and then advertise that we can watch more over on the second channel.
I’m not sure how the algorithm works 100% so idk if there are hidden downsides. However, I’d think to keep it on the main channel and blast out videos. When a video pops up on my feed that I like, I watch, if not, I don’t. Simple enough. I don’t care whether it came from channel 1 or 2.
I’d LOVE to watch the build videos. I think starting from the very beginning would be awesome. Finding property, choosing a builder, selection of build details and materials, all of it.
Everybody is here for your journey, not necessarily just racing. Put it up on the main channel and just funnel it in with the other videos!
I 100% agree with this. Be like a free month of freedom or something would be cool too
This 100% the channel is your life, not just cars. We are here for YOU!
100% agree
I agree 100% as well, I’ve been watching this channel for 6 years religiously, every video and will continue doing so. but i’ve also noticed a bunch of comments lately of people crying about the RC/aviation content. These will be the same people who complain about a house build on the main channel, but fuck em. There’s plenty of car only content to wrap their narrow minds around.
Use this new project to grow this channel.. The main channel is pretty full. in the end his fans will watch it on whatever channel.
I run and operate a small painting business up here in Wisconsin. We paint nice homes ($1-10M places). Have dozens of references.
I would be honored to come down with some tools and a guy or two and paint for you guys. You buy the paint, ill cover all the labor.
You, your team and your content have helped me in more ways than i can explain. Ive watched every video for the past few years and have had some rough points in life. So paintimg for a few days seems like more than a fair exchange.
Happy for you Cleet!!
We need cleet to see this
@@Arrieon oh Yeah!
I live in wisconsin west allis go be exact I would be willing to donate my time if need be!
I think the amount of support we all put in, all we care is that the channel grows. So whatever can make you the most return on the videos is what we want, because we know in the end all you will do is reinvest the money straight to the channel and content.
I’d definetly want to see it on the main channel I remodel homes for a living and love to see people that take the time and have pride in their craftsmanship!!!!!
Prioritize insulation not just for the cost savings aspect for heating/air conditioning; prioritize it for the comfort you'll gain. There's a point where more/better insulation isn't always going to help save money, but if you can overbuild slightly, you can avoid the problem where one room is too hot and one is always too humid, etc. Also look into over-spec'ing the HRV/ERV system to again help with comfort. I don't know what the code minimum is for new-build in Florida, but if you can even out heating in the kitchen while cooking, and high humidity in bathrooms, it will just help your entire house feel more comfortable.
Word of advice from a well guy.
Speak to your local/preferred well drilling company. About a piece of property as to GPM and water quality before ya buy!!
Don’t think “showing it off” is a bad thing. Everyone who watches ur videos knows how hard u work. And how much u deserve it. And for anyone that has a problem with it, that’s their problem.
i think it could be a privacy issue. i mean he’s planning on living there for the next couple decades. it’s where he will raise his kids. i would hate for a spiteful asshole to mess with anything.
I agree with your idea about putting the house stuff on the main channel while not interrupting the racecar content. Your main channel generates a lot more revenue and will be seen by more people. If someone doesn't want to see house building content on the main channel they are grown ups and can just click off of it and watch the racecars. I think most of your subscribers/viewers are like me. I love racecar stuff, aviation stuff, RC stuff, construction stuff, and the general shenanigans you and your crew get into.
Reading a couple of the replies, to be clear I am only in favor of construction stuff on the main channel if it does not interfere or take away from the racecar vids. Cleet says this in the video.
facts, anything cleet does i want to see . Lets get this construction build!
Yet that would mean less racecar videos on the main channel.. the reason I watch it
Couldn’t agree more 👍🏻👍🏻
For me it's just anything cleet I'm watching it. I'm all for it
Put house build on 2nd channel, all tru supporters of Cleetus n crew will b subscribed to both channels🇦🇺
build a underground bunker under the house. with all amenities big enough to house your whole family and friend in. comfortably for 40 years. then build your mansion/ castle on top.
Put it on the main channel. If you make a completely different channel once the construction is over what are you going to put on that channel after that?
All the freedom factory renovation videos did well on the main channel so I can’t imagine the house build series would do badly.
As a person from the original Cletus days I think everyone would all agree to put it on the main Channel , the majority of us have watched you grow that channel from virtually nothing , like the exhaust whistles on your Corvette we were all along for the ride , so I say build it on the main Channel and congratulations Garrett you earned it ! it's okay to have fancy shit, speaking for myself I personally like to see someone succeed when they work their ass off. You earned it and I will be along for the ride no matter where you put it. Congratulations to you and your wife on this major life accomplishment .
I love the build videos. Racetrack rehab is very cool.
New house build would be cool.
You add a dash of fun to most videos. Thats what counts.
Some of my favorite things in the design for building my house:
Think through where you want to be able to turn on different sets of lights throughout the house. For example, our main Hallway lights can be turned on/off from right outside the Master, the kitchen, entry from the garage, and front door.
We put in a whole house speaker system with separate sound control sections and wired the alexa into it. The music throughout the house is extremely nice.
If you're going to be in a secluded area, I suggest having one of the switches for each section of flood lights in your Master. That way if there's a weird noise outside, you can light up the world without having to go to the front/back doors. This paired with the hallways lights outside our room makes it to where I can light up pretty much the whole house very quickly if I want to.
Get bright Floodlights. Ours are 10000 lumen with three sections per light. My outdoor projects/get togethers can continue into the night very easily.
Matt's abandoned mansion series was an absolute banger and I know you can make a series just as good, send it brother!
Yes. I was riveted to those videos.
Main channel for sure, we all enjoy watching the path you've gone throughout the years. This is huge and we are all honored to watch it grow step by step, can't wait to see what you have planned. It'll hit crazy views no doubt about that.
CLEETER CONSTRUCTION SERIES! Definitely document behind the scenes content on the channel I think your viewers will be just as interested in that process just as much as your other endeavors
I vote for doing a separate UA-cam channel dedicated to your new build.
That is an awesome new adventure for you and your family.
Good luck
Definitely a series on 2nd channel. I’ve built 2 custom homes for myself as a builder. Best advice: don’t make sacrifices build the dream you have the resources and you’re incredibly talented as a businessman, creator and drive/ pilot.
You save me cubicle dollars by building the stuff I don’t have the resources and time to build. Keep up the incredible content!
I'd say do detailed videos on the second channel so those who care can see it... and do updates on the main channel cause most of the folks building cars will like to see a house build. A build is a build!
This is a good idea. Upload update vids on the main channel and upload detailed vids to the 2 channel. Just have the links to the full house project on the main channel vids. This could work too.
Totally agreed. The main channel's all about the horse torques, but everyone also cares about the cool builds and jet washing the bleachers. Main channel for the main bits, but we'll also be devoted to more content on the 2nd. Miss the build updates for the FF, so would love to see this.
"A build is a build!" No truer words have ever been spoken.
@@dksaevshell yeah brother!!!
Good idea. I think your long time followers will love updates and if they want more will go to the other channel. However new subscribers interested in the build may not care about the car content at all and leave annoying comments asking about the house lol
Yes make a separate series about your house. It can be on either channel. Also, you should talk to Matt Risinger. He’s got a UA-cam channel called The Build Show. You could get good advice on a high-end energy efficient house.
Though I am not completely familiar with how it works, I know the UA-cam algorithm would favor the Main Channel far far more than this second or a new channel all together.
The McFarland mansion is in full effect man. You’ve earn it cleetus!
I'd suggest putting it on whichever channel would generate the most revenue. However, building up the second channel, similar to how Demo Ranch did, also has its advantages. In case anything were to happen to your main channel, you would have a solidly built second channel ready to go. Super pumped for this content!
said what i was thinking
This sounds like the perfect idea.
I would keep them separate and keep the house it's own channel, most definitely. I'm a Commercial General Building contractor myself. You should check out more than one contractor and more than one architect for a design that he could help you build to your specifications/needs. Sometimes this takes years to even design and complete with many changes along the way so a contractor must be negotiable and there will be a lot of time and material added to any kind of project such as this that is not contracted in stone. Meaning lots of additions and start and decide to go another way so tear it down and do overs. So unless you put the blueprints as a must build your building is going to be a happenstance and pure luck if it is going to stay on target price or with over runs that are going to keep you paying for this to come years down the road. Good luck and I suggest reading some books on building your own home. That will take you through all to look for and how to keep the construction on track wit6hout delays and over runs or changes and add-ons.
I'd say do all the house content on the Cleetus 2 channel! I would also say you should give a camera to the people in the shop like Tye and do more shop content too! It could be as simple as making the cages for the crown vic's but alot of people want to watch stuff like that/more techincal stuff!
Brother, it's all about the energy from you and the crew. Post it all! Never would I imagine enjoyment from watching a Live Floor Scrubber video but yet I watched it for hours. Your content is pure entertainment. All of us are along for your journey!
That was a great livestream!
I think the house content belongs on the second channel, this is an opportunity to have it as a personal update, family channel. This will also bring in a different viewer base, and grow into another prosperous channel. I think keeping the Cletus 1 channel shop, track and all things with a motor is smart. (Very similar to Matt’s personal channel with the ranch vs the demo ranch being all things guns)
This could be his off the ranch (demo ranch second channel)
Main Channel, This Channel.....Doesn't matter Cleet we WILL watch it bud!! You'll have serious fun with this project!!! Can't wait to see the end result!
Don't get caught using proprietary home automation unless the installation allows for swapping it out with standard devices/fixtures in the future. Things like whole home audio that work with a single integrated controller and remote interface panels make it difficult to upgrade or change later. If you want something like that, run speaker wires out to all of the locations from a central point and place all of the automation in a rack. You can do anything from Best Buy audio receivers to the highest end distributed audio or anything in between. The same goes for lighting and outlet automation; don't install central control where all of the switches are in a cabinet; use regular wiring methods to normal boxes on the wall. You can put in fancy switches if you want, but those could always be swapped back to standard wall switches later or any other new technology down the road.
Cleeter, I wasn"t that into drag racing until I started watching your channel, soon to realise it wasn't just the drag racing I was interested in, it was your personalitly and how you presented the content and how you interact with others. It's just a bonus that you also love aviation and anything with an engine, which is what I'm into, and so are thousands of your viewers. The series defineley belongs on your main channel. Peace from Australia 🇦🇺
Yessir 🤝 literally doesn’t matter what cleetus is doing when he posts I’m excited, I just enjoy watching him an the guys
Do not feel weird... You already took inspiration from Matt with the abandoned mansion, keep going. We want to see it all brother.
Think about upkeep and how to make it as nice as possible for as long as possible. I suggest real stone. I also suggest isolating your office/studio so that it has it's own series of breakers. Overbuild everything. You and your crew could make shoveling sand entertaining.
A separate YT channel just for the home build would be sick and get a lot of views. Or maybe just a series on this channel. Hell yeah brother! 🏠
Put it on the main channel Garrett! Don’t be ashamed to show off your hard work. You deserve it buddy! I think I speak for most of us in saying we will watch anything you post! Best content creator out there!
I think you over estimate the patients of the viewers on the main channel.. he should use this project to grow this channel... Main channel is pretty full right now....
This channel is the best spot for this type of content. Matt did the mansion and it was cool to watch that series. Building a house goes really fast once plans are set, comparatively. There is a lot of thought and prep going into the plans. Tons more coordination between contractors and their schedules, if you decide to use them more than doing it yourself solely. It is going to suck up a lot of time. You are going to have to find out your end date and work towards that. There are quite a few channels that do this type of content. The best ones are where everything is documented in video. Keep in mind you don't have to put vids out in real time with the build. I've seen the stress that creates. Your ability to create interesting content will carry the entire project. Good luck!!!
It goes fast unless you have to go and almost completely tear the house down and rebuild it. lol. Jk on Matt. It was an amazing journey on the project.
And now here we go again on the desperado ranch and resort. 😅
Also, for Matt’s channel off the ranch now named Matt Carriker. I only watched that channel. I didn’t even know he had the gun channel till years later. Don’t ask me how I don’t know how I missed that.
Race car fans are working class people. Absolutely make a announcement to your fans. Take there input and decide which channel to present the build on. Maybe on a new channel with very regular updates on CM. With in depth details of the build on new channel. Sounds like a great way to build a dream home. And its most definitely a wife pleaser. Hell ya
Conduit everywhere so you can always run what you need later. Also look into getting a 3D scan of all the mechanicals before putting up drywall.
A house build series would be sick.
I’m watching whatever you’re putting out, wherever you put it. The more content the better bubba.
This is main channel content for sure. Also, as a side note, please don't feel guilty or weird about sharing this kind of thing. You work hard as hell to keep us entertained. We appreciate you, and we love seeing you win Cleet! I think I speak for most of us here that we're just stoked for you, and you deserve every bit of the success you've gained.
I think you over estimate the patients of the viewers on the main channel.. he should use this project to grow this channel... Main channel is pretty full right now....
I don't think it will matter where you put the content. We all love your videos regardless of what you are doing. I am not into drag racing so I skip those for the most part and watch everything else. If I were you I would put out a video asking for build recommendations. There are so many things I wish I had done differently in my own home. Such as the washer and dryer should have been right off the master because the wife and I both despise taking clothes from the laundry room to the closet plus we change in the bedroom and then have to carry the dirty clothes to the laundry room. Do a built-in safe room for valuables with a good dehumidifier system. An underground pistol range within the safe room. Doesnt have to be a big room just put a door in the wall chest high and use 3ft reinforced concrete pipe as an underground range with a place on the end to put targets and an access hole to retrieve lead. Maybe in another building or garage. I am sure you will make your garage 5 times bigger than it needs to be. Soundproof rooms you want quiet. Make sure the builder puts in dead blocks everywhere you may hang something, curtains, towel holders cabinets, toilet paper holders, etc. Make sure the contractor straightens every stud after the walls are built. A lot of GCs don't do that anymore and as bad as lumber is getting everyone should be doing it. No matter how much thought you put into it there will be things you wish you would have done differently. You have the perfect platform here to eliminate that as much as possible.
Definitely build it to withstand a good hurricane! And yes a UA-cam series would be awesome. Do it for Dale!