Author Topic: My Cabin Build/Reno (Read 46859 times)

Flyin6 · « **Reply #150 on:** October 15, 2015, 08:52:23 PM »

I bet that really smells great inside!

Sammconn · « **Reply #151 on:** October 15, 2015, 09:55:44 PM »

Quote from: Flyin6 on October 15, 2015, 08:52:23 PM

I bet that really smells great inside!

I think amazing is more accurate. I just love going in there for many reasons.

KensAuto · « **Reply #152 on:** October 15, 2015, 10:56:25 PM »

Safe from aliens and EMPs, and good for sore muscles at the same time!!

Sammconn · « **Reply #153 on:** October 15, 2015, 11:35:07 PM »

It's still not 100% finished.
It's presently sporting my 10 man arctic tent stove, which is way overkill for this small space.
The sauna room is in the area of 7' wide by 8' long.
2 x 6 construction, and well insulated. I'd really hate to put a real fire to the stove for fear of how hot it would end up. In perspective, the 10 man is a 15' pentagonal shape, two layers of fabric separated by an air space of a couple inches. 25-30,000 BTU will effectively heat it at -20. This stove does a bit North of that, kept well fired it will cook you out at -40.

Having said that, there has been use of it with a few little scraps, and yeah it feels good.
I'm going to like it a lot. Well we are I suppose.

I have in the plans to build a suitably sized stove, with rocks and the whole bit.
It might take second place to the rear bumper though, time will tell.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #154 on:** October 16, 2015, 11:46:57 AM »

I have been cutting down Cedars on the farm

Have thousands of them

Looked at this cheapo chain saw guide bar/mill thing

If I can cut some of them into 6 X 6 posts. I might be able to rip them as well. Get myself some cheapo lumber. Def would do a room or building or something with those...as they have that amazing aroma

Wilbur · « **Reply #155 on:** October 16, 2015, 12:47:14 PM »

That looks really great Sam! I am sure you will enjoy that in the winters!

Quote from: Flyin6 on October 16, 2015, 11:46:57 AM

I have been cutting down Cedars on the farm

Have thousands of them

Don can you pull them out of the ground with Big Red? Save you having to grind stumps if you're looking to create a hay field or farm land.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #156 on:** October 16, 2015, 02:49:39 PM »

Easily! Choker chain and aft stick

and

Good idea I might add!

I think it has like 28,000 lifting force

Sammconn · « **Reply #157 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:18:20 PM »

The chainsaw mill and a planer would do wonders for useable cedar.
Heck depending on usage, the rough cut would be good as well!

Sammconn · « **Reply #158 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:21:15 PM »

So since I'm going to have to find some other sauna pictures, I'll move onto the next project.
The old privy was full, so time for a new one.
Thanks to my island neighbor, who has a Kubota 25DX out there the hole was easy as pie!
It dug the advertised 6 foot, and I squeaked a bit more than that.
New hole contains this culvert, 3 foot diameter, 8 feet and change long/deep.

Sammconn · « **Reply #159 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:23:30 PM »

Then, it was time to haul the supplies over.
I wish the water was high, everything is built to drive my stuff on and off, so being low, I had to carry the wood.

All loaded to move to the build site.

Sammconn · « **Reply #160 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:25:16 PM »

A couple years back, a buddy left town, and I happened onto a bunch of R-20 insulation, so 2x6 construction continues even for the privy!

Floor same as sauna, and up she goes.

Sammconn · « **Reply #161 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:27:16 PM »

I guess I was really on a roll, as the next picture the roof is on, and insulation and vapor barrier in.
Forming up the bench and seat.

Prepped for siding.

Sammconn · « **Reply #162 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:30:43 PM »

Now, somewhere sometime I read to do a large and small vent to enhance airflow.
Right wrong or otherwise I did this.

Yes, hack a big ole hole in a brand new roof.
The theory is the small pipe will create a downward supply of fresh air to the 'tank', and the large will exhaust it.
I'm going to be plugging (temporarily in any case) the small one now.
It may have just been a bad wind, but last weekend, it was not the nice cedar fresh it should have been inside.

Sammconn · « **Reply #163 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:34:28 PM »

Vent pipes covered in, and hole covered to eliminate the need for retrieval of tools etc.

And to cover the vents, I'm creating a mess, er masterpiece, er well...

Four such panels, then tapered and fit to the roof. Screen inside to keep the critters out.
Funny can't find this picture either...
It does not have the matching lid on it yet, just a piece of plywood in the interim.

Sammconn · « **Reply #164 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:36:41 PM »

Then on to finishing inside.

T&G cedar again, and the nice winter warm Styro seat.

The old door from the other house was still functional, and once this point was reached, was transferred to the new privy, officially marking the opening of the new thinking spot.

Sammconn · « **Reply #165 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:40:26 PM »

Since we spend all of our free time here, and winter is dark from 4pm to 10am near the peak, lights are also needed.
I did not come up with this design, it was in the old privy, but it was upgraded to cedar to trim out and provide light.
The outdoor light switch turns on one deck light, Christmas lights if connected, and the outhouse lights.

The dado is cut to hold the wiring, then holes carefully measured and drilled, lights inserted, trim nailed up, and voila!

Sammconn · « **Reply #166 on:** October 16, 2015, 06:42:58 PM »

OK, now I'm confused.
I blame me, as I have no completed pictures of this either.
Tell yall what, I'm heading out this weekend, I guess I'll have to snap a few to finish up both this and the sauna.

Sheesh, mama is usually all over the pictures, and maybe they're on her camera still.
I'll find them or get new ones.

I'm fired... 8)

JR · « **Reply #167 on:** October 16, 2015, 08:11:37 PM »

Just get back to work!

Nate · « **Reply #168 on:** October 17, 2015, 08:23:50 AM »

and clean that garage mess you have there

Flyin6 · « **Reply #169 on:** October 17, 2015, 12:18:17 PM »

I really like all that!

Great workmanship my friend!

Sammconn · « **Reply #170 on:** October 17, 2015, 05:32:08 PM »

Well, this may be it for the summer. :(

Water temperature is down to 41-43 depending on where in the lake.
Air temps have been down in the teens.
'Landing Lake' our float plane lake froze over two nights ago. It's not deep, but all the puddles and swamps are frozen or showing signs.
Cabin was a brisk 25 when we got here this aft.

Next weekend we are out for a wedding, and I suspect by Halloween weekend we may have ice on the lake. Time will tell, Halloween weekend I out target date ever year, everyone thinks we're nuts, icy water and all, but it's out quiet spot.

Now to go take some pics to finish this up.

Sammconn · « **Reply #171 on:** October 18, 2015, 11:34:30 AM »

Ok, got driven out by wind this morning. 25-30 mph gusting to 45. In a bad direction to boot. So much for pulling dock today. It's supposed to pick up and change to an even worse direction for getting home.

So I snapped a few pics to finish up.

Here is the privy, 99% complete. I'm probably going to get stupid and cut mini shakes and get all creative to cap the vent.

There is a propane heater installed, well almost. Need to put in the sheet metal heat shield first then it's GTG. I'm afraid how hot it ma end up. At -10 the pilot light was sufficient in the old one. This one is far tighter and much better insulated.

Sammconn · « **Reply #172 on:** October 18, 2015, 11:39:32 AM »

And here is the sauna as it sits today.

I haven't totally finished up the benches as you can see. I'm keeping the last few boards off that close up all access underneath until everything is screwed in proper.

The door is yet to get installed.

And my oversized wood stove jury rigged in for the time being.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #173 on:** October 18, 2015, 05:30:27 PM »

Really nice work Sam!

KensAuto · « **Reply #174 on:** October 18, 2015, 05:34:44 PM »

Man that's really nice.

What are you charging per night for that resort, and does it come with float plane service as part of the package?

Sammconn · « **Reply #175 on:** October 18, 2015, 05:55:25 PM »

Thanks guys.
Ken, by invite only...so I guess if you come we'll get you there.
No on the float plane, that will be extra.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #176 on:** October 18, 2015, 07:00:52 PM »

Quote from: KensAuto on October 18, 2015, 05:34:44 PM

Man that's really nice.

What are you charging per night for that resort, and does it come with float plane service as part of the package?

Sure does, and NVG landings on the ice...I'm doin' the flying!

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #177 on:** October 18, 2015, 07:59:34 PM »

Quote from: Sammconn on October 17, 2015, 05:32:08 PM

Well, this may be it for the summer. :(

Water temperature is down to 41-43 depending on where in the lake.
Air temps have been down in the teens.
'Landing Lake' our float plane lake froze over two nights ago. It's not deep, but all the puddles and swamps are frozen or showing signs.
Cabin was a brisk 25 when we got here this aft.

Cracks me up. We hit 94 here this week....

How long does a 8ft x3ft privy last before it's "full"?

Sammconn · « **Reply #178 on:** October 18, 2015, 08:03:59 PM »

Not sure how long.
My guess, if run correctly is 20+ years.
Really have no clue, just figure its big enough to outlast our time up here.

KensAuto · « **Reply #179 on:** October 18, 2015, 11:51:39 PM »

Quote from: Flyin6 on October 18, 2015, 07:00:52 PM

Sure does, and NVG landings on the ice...I'm doin' the flying!

I'm in!!
Don't tempt me Sam. That place is my style....well....except for the cold.....and lots of water....or ice.......

Sammconn · « **Reply #180 on:** November 01, 2015, 09:21:23 PM »

So, today made what is likely the last trip in the boat for the year.

Winter is knocking at our door. Yes there's a few inches of snow, but it was melting today.
Made a trip out with a buddy to knock off some much needed firewood.
Couple hours on my old trusty Stihl 025, and a half cord or so bucked and stacked for pick up with the skidoo.
Finally have a healthy dog again, so down came the ramps at the cabin and house as well.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #181 on:** November 01, 2015, 09:48:06 PM »

Quote from: Sammconn on November 01, 2015, 09:21:23 PM

So, today made what is likely the last trip in the boat for the year.

Winter is knocking at our door. Yes there's a few inches of snow, but it was melting today.
Made a trip out with a buddy to knock off some much needed firewood.
Couple hours on my old trusty Stihl 025, and a half cord or so bucked and stacked for pick up with the skidoo.
Finally have a healthy dog again, so down came the ramps at the cabin and house as well.

Looks so peaceful!

JR · « **Reply #182 on:** November 01, 2015, 09:52:08 PM »

But what about almost no guns? Little snow is fine.

Sammconn · « **Reply #183 on:** November 01, 2015, 10:03:58 PM »

Oh we had guns. Had to go sight buddy in for deer season.
Good thing we went too.
10" high 8" right at 25. :o
He said it was a little off. That there is more than a little.

moto123 · « **Reply #184 on:** November 02, 2015, 12:58:33 PM »

How long do you typically have to wait between the last boat trip and when it's frozen enough for a snowmobile?

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #185 on:** November 02, 2015, 07:39:04 PM »

I think that depends on the IQ of the person with the snowmobile......some take more chances than others....

Sammconn · « **Reply #186 on:** November 02, 2015, 10:20:37 PM »

Quote from: moto123 on November 02, 2015, 12:58:33 PM

How long do you typically have to wait between the last boat trip and when it's frozen enough for a snowmobile?

I usually give a week after Ice-up.
Then I'll gingerly venture out with a cordless drill and start checking.
I'll continue as long as I keep over 4" of ice.
At the 6-7" point, the skidoo follows a few hundred yards back.
At 6-7" all the way I say I'm good to go.

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #187 on:** November 03, 2015, 06:54:07 AM »

Craziest thing I've seen is lake Superior.

Fishing shacks about 400 yards off shore on solid ice and 800ft long ships cruising along another 1000 yards beyond that....

Looks freaky

Nate · « **Reply #188 on:** November 03, 2015, 07:08:07 AM »

heck, there are lakes in northern MN that freexe completely and you have to know how to catch them.

Sammconn · « **Reply #189 on:** January 02, 2016, 10:22:09 PM »

So the old outhouse made its final appearance today.
I've pulled a few pics out of the video. I'll try to figure out how to add it in.

Pre-detonation.
Oh yeah. 6 pounds of Tannerite securely nestled inside.
Firing point about 300ish yards.

Not sure where this stuff has been all my life, but...

And the price of admission was cleanup. About a 100 yard mess to clean and burn.
Great fun was had.

KensAuto · « **Reply #190 on:** January 03, 2016, 11:36:07 AM »

You're having way too much fun there Sam...way too much !!

JR · « **Reply #191 on:** January 03, 2016, 12:24:56 PM »

Aren't there easier way to build a fire to stay warm??

Sammconn · « **Reply #192 on:** January 03, 2016, 12:33:13 PM »

No fire from explosion. Unfortunate actually, we ended up wasting 2 gallons of gas, hoping for the fireball as well.
Here's a link. Hopefully it works.

https://youtu.be/4ha8jcmLfhI

Sammconn · « **Reply #193 on:** January 03, 2016, 12:39:44 PM »

And a walk through of the aftermath.

https://youtu.be/VY0uP4c-4co

Sammconn · « **Reply #194 on:** January 03, 2016, 12:46:09 PM »

And yes we had too much fun!

Some crazy carnage from one little bullet.

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #195 on:** January 03, 2016, 07:21:33 PM »

Amfo is a wonderful thing!

Flyin6 · « **Reply #196 on:** January 03, 2016, 09:14:32 PM »

Liking that!

JR · « **Reply #197 on:** January 04, 2016, 01:58:46 AM »

Oh oh, now we have our own oakie's blowing things up.

Well someone has to do it!

moto123 · « **Reply #198 on:** January 04, 2016, 02:00:41 PM »

That was awesome!

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #199 on:** January 04, 2016, 10:39:35 PM »

Um this may have been covered but do we need to start a collection plate for you some proper saw attire? Sweatpants? For real?

Raising boys into RealMen!!