I Was Robbed... Abandoned Mini Resort : Day 8

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Жыл бұрын

I finally bought a new place, but this one has nothing to do with cars. It's a couple buildings on the lake that we're going to turn into paradise. The abandoned mini resort.
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@jmillerdesign Жыл бұрын

I'd recommend just putting an electric insert where the fireplace is. They're just space heaters, but can provide supplemental heat and a nice ambience without the actual fire or need for venting.

@Blackinterceptor999 Жыл бұрын

I'd keep a wood stove if he has one simply because of abundant resource of heat and energy in case of shtf

@Blackinterceptor999 Жыл бұрын

never mind its a vacation rental...insurance would be huge...

@mikegagliano5343 Жыл бұрын

Wood stoves also have a great ambience all their own and can generate an impressive amount of dry heat when it gets really cold

@nookiewacookie1 Жыл бұрын

and you can remove it in the future.

@LLG47 Жыл бұрын

They are also cheeseball and ugly.

@wesleysalisbury8372 Жыл бұрын

HVAC professional here with a lot of mini-split experience. There a lots of low-ambient heat pumps on the market that do very well in cold climates. My previous company had these units all across Canada, and would heat all season long without issue. Happy to share more specifics. Know that it can be done all with a mini-split.

@nellof1244 Жыл бұрын

The newest units over the last 5-10 years have become extremely efficient and rarely need an extra electric element.

@tschuuuls486 Жыл бұрын

This. Don't look at America brands, look at Mitsubishi (Heavy), Daikin and Panasonic. They make ones that will heat down to -20°C with Efficiency >100%. There are even artic series that can do lower. The thing about heat pumps not working just below freezing is a myth spread by bad manufacturers that can't build modern equipment.

@jarabun Жыл бұрын

I’m sure you’ve thought about it, but if you’re doing all new septic and electrical, add full hook ups for the camper. Instant guest room!

@lawrencemitchell5983 Жыл бұрын

Whew 😅......I was worried all the goodies inside got stolen. It's coming together guys......Eric, great work. 👍.

@gregdiamond6023 Жыл бұрын

This has not only been a fun project to follow but a nice change from cars.

@drippingwax Жыл бұрын

Greg Diamond doesn't like cars! What are you even doing here Greg?!

@gregdiamond6023 Жыл бұрын

@@drippingwax Never said that. You’re putting words in my mouth. That’s not nice drip. I said it was a nice change. I’m not suggesting he gives up cars for property speculation.

@jamesireland9188 Жыл бұрын

@@drippingwaxdid you even read his comment it's a nice change .

@CamCanCars Жыл бұрын

Probably a nice change for watchcadillacgo too

@benk3431 Жыл бұрын

@@CamCanCarshe uploaded more than 2x the amount of resort vids than Cadillac….

@LujinCustom Жыл бұрын

Oh don’t rip out the fireplace. Get an electric insert. Then you have functional ambiance!

@Bicketybam68 Жыл бұрын

How does one pawn trashcans and the box to hold them? Or maybe there is some guy saying "Honey, I got you a whole new/used set of trash cans... some even still have trash in them. Just what you always wanted!!"

@longjohn77 Жыл бұрын

Christmas came early

@CALVINLNIKONT Жыл бұрын

It's incredible that Eric knows so much about cars and construction. Eric and you are chips off the rock that is your incredible father. Nice family!

@awxx2006 Жыл бұрын

I think Eric is his brother in law.

@AndyZ325is Жыл бұрын

Ignore the trolls J.R. Some people can't help but to be negative. Thanks for this series. It's as good as all your vehicle content.

@boredom.victim Жыл бұрын

wildflowers instead of a lawn for the win❤

@shadyonej Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately THE FIREPLACE is the selling point for me 😢 nice cold day chilling in front the fire that's literally what I look for

@heathercreates8406 Жыл бұрын

Looking good! When grading the front of the house think about water drainage. Right now one big rain and the house is Noah's Ark.

@KarenBowers4 Жыл бұрын

Yes please keep that beautiful stone fireplace but either put an electric fireplace insert or do that where they chop logs and stack them in it. Just hate to see the one really beautiful part of the house removed

@amarchhabra2175 Жыл бұрын

Computers, Houses, Cars, Boats, Motorcycles, Construction, Plumbing, Electrical. What did I miss that you do? You're the everything man. Great video - congrats on all you have accomplished!

@brantleyhudson2892 Жыл бұрын

He did lighting, networking, and sound at the shop.

@hoi230 Жыл бұрын

Ice cream machines!

@amarchhabra2175 Жыл бұрын

@@hoi230 also forgot about the car crusher he worked on with dad

@martinlaplante6228 Жыл бұрын

The little gyrocopter thingy

@Hard_Right Жыл бұрын

to be fair a lot of those things are getting done by pros and he's just a helper

@P.Galore Жыл бұрын

DO NOT delete your fireplace. It is the focal center of a cabin. Put in a large glass door insert and a new flu/pipe for heating and ambient charm.

@wadetyler5056 Жыл бұрын

Electric baseboard heaters are fairly efficient and easy to install at this point of construction. And, because they are easy to operate with a thermostat they will help prevent frozen pipes when the place is unoccupied.

@kimberlyclark5757 Жыл бұрын

Add mothballs to the breaker box and it will keep the ants away!! My dad had a water pumps and wells business and that was one of his secrets to keeping ants out of the breakers.

@willfixthingsfordonuts Жыл бұрын

If I might make 1 suggestion, Run all your lighting on separate circuits from receptacles and other loads, I'm sure your using LED everywhere (You could use 14/2 and save a few bucks) and they are such low current draw you could run them to an eco-flow with solar or something similar. Let me explain why. At my house I have a small separate sub-panel off my main panel fed by 4 used solar panels, 3 -12V 100Ah LiPo4 batteries, and a generic MPP inverter/charger with AC input (if the batteries go dead, which they never do) So, all my house lighting is basically free now, great during power failures (which was the original plan, but it turns out the inverter runs the lighting 24/7). If you wire for it now, you could easily add a solution later, at least it would be a nice "Green" option? I'm sure somebody thinks that's a stupid idea, but it's been really convenient for my family that "the lights always work, no matter what"

@noonehere1793 Жыл бұрын

The boat and trailer are still there…and they seem like the only things of value there worth taking. 😛I looked in to electric tank heaters and also passed. Why not put one of those fake fireplaces in where the fireplace is for psychological ‘cozy’ value?

@nickalongi547 Жыл бұрын

Love the mini resort series. All we need is a dad visit,

@oakiewoodsman Жыл бұрын

I tried electric tankless and hadn’t even moved in and had already removed it and put in a traditional tank in my Oklahoma house build. Good call!

@cherylpotgieter3801 Жыл бұрын

Man i am loving this, restoration is what i love watching and this is how i found your channel. You are an inspiration to others young man, well done!

@blackenigma1054 Жыл бұрын

It’s really coming along since the first time i saw it…..sometimes they steal small stuff and come back for more, you guys be careful and i can’t wait to see the finished product 👍🏿💯😂😊

@shaynehix7711 Жыл бұрын

Total bummer you're deleting the fireplace. We rent cabins in the Smoky Mountains pretty often and we love to use the fireplace. That's a great selling point for us. But you guys are making great progress and I'm really enjoying this series.

@eyesalooking Жыл бұрын

I am going to be checking out the Pex A install. I have the Milwaukee Pex A expander kit and will have to do a complete replacement of Quest pipe (the grey stuff that sometimes causes major leaks if you have city water) which we don't have because we are on a well. We will be moving our hot water tank and water softener to the pump house. I have had to do some Pex B replacements for leaks in the crawl space but haven't used the Pex A yet.

@AndyZ325is Жыл бұрын

You are doing a great job. Tune out the peanut gallery and build it the way you want it. You are good at what you do, keep it up!

@XIIFangv2 Жыл бұрын

I am loving this series! This plus Tech Throwback is making your channel such a treat. I am so glad I found your channel when you first when on Hoovies channel!

@tricitymorte1 Жыл бұрын

Really awesome work! Cant wait to see the inside as it comes together and see what you do with it.

@chestnu1 Жыл бұрын

Whew I am glad they only took the trash cans. I was watching this video worried they made off with your huge pile of tools and materials.

@rzpotts4 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your progress 😊.

@jeffmac3071 Жыл бұрын

400,000 subs are in sight with this project. Great series.

@davidbeauchene Жыл бұрын

I just heard your comment on using 12-2 romex that is so smart as you can put 20-amp circuits anywhere if you ever need to as 14-2 is only rated for 15-amp circuits less risk of overloading the circuits in the house very smart plan a little more upfront cost but you will save in the long run.

@born2soon Жыл бұрын

I replaced my bifold pantry doors with barn doors. Love it! Damn bifolds constantly fell off the track. All you lost was a couple trash cans? I figured some one would rip off all that fancy equipment you showed off. The sidewalk MUST GO!

@barondugger Жыл бұрын

Glad that's all that was stolen. I used to run a big construction company. We lost tons of equipment. It gets expensive real quickly.

@DakotaCarlson92 Жыл бұрын

Keep showing us more of this! Longer videos man keep it up!

@danmadison5087 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Pocket should only be used as a last resort. But I like barn doors if they're used in a proper situation. Like a barn. My garage door looks like a barn door. But it rolls up like any other garage door. Great vids.

@son2soaringeagle Жыл бұрын

4° ambient 😃 That reversing valve would be kicking on every 2 seconds, turning it back to cool in order to defrost the lines. You literally couldn't insulate them enough. It would be using the aux electric heat the majority of the time anyway. It's pointless. No heat pump will perform worth a damn in temperatures anywhere near that low. You definitely made the right choice. Especially since you're running new power anyway. Obviously, electric heat will use alot of power but it will perform seriously well. In those conditions it may even use less power than a heat pump kicking on and off, which is also harder on the compressor.

@tomthannacarbajal9764 Жыл бұрын

Hi I'm new here. Ive really enjoyed all of the restoration. Can't wait to see the finished product. Thank you for this adventure 😊

@thebigguy8306 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the update. Love the project, something way different. Have to remember NOT your house, this is a rental.

@robertm5969 Жыл бұрын

You can now get cold weather heat pumps that are just as efficient down to -10. If you make the house really air tight, baseboard electric is another option. Expensive to run but works at any temp.

@Cartier_specialist Жыл бұрын

Heatpumps have come a long way. They don't have to dig up your whole backyard to install them now. Instead they drill several holes down into the ground now instead.

@ChattinArmsCorp Жыл бұрын

@WatchJRGo Dooood! Lmao. This is the first time I’ve ever felt relieved after getting punked by clickbait. Obviously I was gonna watch it anyway. Just SO glad it wasn’t any of the surplus material you just bought. That woulda sucked pretty hard… Good work, brother! Keep it up!

@maryrebmann9130 Жыл бұрын

Yay, a new video. I wondered how far you've gotten the last few days. Looks good. I can not wait for the next one. Keep them coming.

@TheBrokenLife Жыл бұрын

I'm honestly shocked that half the comments aren't about calling that Kubota skid steer a "Bobcat". 😆

@peterkwok9608 Жыл бұрын

Good Job JR 😎😎👍👍💯💯it's coming together great

@MonicaLeader Жыл бұрын

Looking good trash cans easy replacement, tools, supplies and lives not so much.🦋💜

@Ingens_Scherz Жыл бұрын

"They're work animals, I tells ya!" One of my favorite movies ;)

@neuronbob Жыл бұрын

This building build is pure awesome. Please keep it up.

@Topofthehilloutdoors Жыл бұрын

I like this series. Good job.

@kerrylewis2581 Жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see the finished property

@jeanburgin160 Жыл бұрын

You all are making great progress! Looking so much better outside. All the best.

@acataneo465 Жыл бұрын

Wow looking great so far. Can't wait to see the end results. Stay safe ❤❤❤

@yeester2461 Жыл бұрын

install a game "animal" camera further down the road so you can see who's trespassing before they get to your resort.

@codesigma Жыл бұрын

A solar cam on a pole would do the trick too, especially one with a SIM card slot

@hpelisr Жыл бұрын

That trash can might have been taken by the company that owns it. Yes I think doing some excavation in the front will be needed.

@sharneal4231 Жыл бұрын

Love the adventure quick suggestion put some stairs through the rocks going down to the back yard please

@Saint_Vincent1735 Жыл бұрын

I look forward to these updates. Watch Jr Grow !

@justinb217 Жыл бұрын

I love this series! Great job JR!

@justinglover9065 Жыл бұрын

Honestly i love westin helped out a fellow KZfaqr just goes to show he has a huge heart behind that big belly😂😂😂😂😂

@lc46002 Жыл бұрын

On my lake cabin For the bedroom door I made it an entry door for more time to think about a nasty situation. I also ran a propane line to the outdoor cooking area.I also ran CAT 6 and low voltage wire everywhere before the sheet rock went up. Might come in handy. Great video.

@robscafidi4070 Жыл бұрын

The prejudice some older people might have against Pex is probably because of confusion with the older polybutylene piping that was widely used in the late '70s to mid '90s, then was discontinued fast when everyone found it it basically disintegrated after 15 years. The new stuff is very different and better, but there are superficial similarities that might cause people to mix them up and assume they're all that bad.

@cgonedfishing Жыл бұрын

Great Series!

@DytchWytch Жыл бұрын

Who would steal that? The people who just moved, maybe. I can't think of anyone else who might want that.

@AnaRivera-pn8bx Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t and haven’t watch the car videos but I love love your mini resort cabin videos. Much love!

@DanKlar Жыл бұрын

Great work so far. That absolutely sucks that you were robbed….why the used trash cans now???? They looked like they’d been there forever. For the front, as the knights that say Ni requested, the front of the house needs…..a SHRUBBERY! Thanks for sharing this project. A nice detour from cars.

@michaelsavino5700 Жыл бұрын

I'm more concerned about the expensive stuff inside the place. Lock those new tools up. Old trash cans are replaceable, but the stuff inside will hurt if they disappear. Enjoying seeing the new project and property.

@jkjkl567 Жыл бұрын

I haven't even watched but you were robbed imo as soon as you bought the shack lol

@mariecarroll2072 Жыл бұрын

Love the results

@krissantana4660 Жыл бұрын

Fun build to follow!

@YesItsMeGuys68 Жыл бұрын

you are such a tease !!!! " I was Robbed " ... When you load your cabin with $5,000.00 worth of toys including a $700.00 gizmo ... we all naturally assumed THATS what was robbed . Phew , so lucky ... That would have been an absolute bummer

@1stChaCha Жыл бұрын

I had to stop and come to the comments before watching any more. All those cool toys, I was sure they were gone!!😬

@chesterossa Жыл бұрын

I had unsubscribed but this series brought me back. I look forward to this project and (hopefully) future mechanical projects. I’m digging it. Keep it up!

@ajvot71 Жыл бұрын

Barn doors look nice, but I agree, they’re horrible. Also, pex haters have never used properly installed pex. It’s fantastic.

@johnbarr2100 Жыл бұрын

If you are replacing the septic tank it would be good if you could add a port and pipe that would be accessible from where your camper is parked. That way you could have an RV/camper spot with hookups.

@mannyd.576 Жыл бұрын

Progress JR, nice. Loving the series!!

@susanhernandez7290 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos!

@jasongrissom3842 Жыл бұрын

Looking good! Idk I've been a wood flooring contractor for 30 plus years and those floors look plenty salvageable to me 🤷‍♂️

@jpcii Жыл бұрын

In the South, propane is a very good alternative. For that size cabin, a tankless water heater and heat source for the cabin would likely only require a monthly visit if that. If you must do something with the fireplace it would give option for gas logs. Heck, you could even have a gas cooktop.

@pk4459 Жыл бұрын

Pocket doors are of the devil. Nothing but trouble when they break. Avoid them like the plaque.

@b4804514 Жыл бұрын

JR you are a talented guy and very entertaining. Best tools ever.

@anthonyblacker8471 Жыл бұрын

Man that little SVL90 is the cat's whiskers!! Wow

@davidresar8256 Жыл бұрын

Lake people will rob you blind! I agree you should remove the concrete ramp. I'd replace it with concrete steps. Don't forget you need run off for drainage!

@michaeldalporto9517 Жыл бұрын

this fun to watch , im renovating my house so this is cool to see.

@lars949 Жыл бұрын

my suggestion is to do a 15A circuit for the lights with 14 ga, you will be glad you did especially with the wafer lights

@SpaceTech54 Жыл бұрын

Eric is a Great compliment to the team

@AndyZ325is Жыл бұрын

Time to set up cameras all over that property.

@miker7750 Жыл бұрын

But first stop with the BS clickbait titles.

@QSSCEO Жыл бұрын

Wow... so glad to see it was only a trash can.... I was thinking you got totally cleaned out.... new tools and everything.... Very clever on you to keep your viewers eyes peeled. lol

@beahorob5189 Жыл бұрын

Nice work so far

@Drev222 Жыл бұрын

Man... you were showing off all the stuff you bought, and I was ready for the worst. Glad all the thieves took were a few cans.

@avioncamper Жыл бұрын

Great work JR and Eric. Excited to see the progress. Who steals trashcans? Thank Goodness it was not any building materials, ect. Every guy needs an Eric for a brother in law or friend.

@rogerroger7734 Жыл бұрын

I’m with you on the 12-2! Forget the 14!

@FreezyAbitKT7A Жыл бұрын

If you can fit 2 saws on the arbor, you can use a smaller saw that fits the hole as a guide

@mdbrenna Жыл бұрын

Hey. Would love to see an episode on the Mini-Split. All the research and what you chose. Thanks

@Zundfolge Жыл бұрын

I live in ICT, My shed has a regular mini-split and honestly its been fine even into negative temps. Maybe if I lived in it I'd need a space heater on the coldest of cold nights, but I've been perfectly comfortable in my shed at below zero for several days (and more important the pool table in my shed is still level). So unless you're living in a place 24/7/365, no you don't need the fancy heating mini-splits (and even if you did you could supplement with a space heater for the handful of days it would get cold enough to matter).

@Hard_Right Жыл бұрын

we don't get the cheapo mini splits he's talking about in the northeast...

@AP-ph7hf Жыл бұрын

Man, I've been having WatchJRBuildStuff withdrawal since the warehouse project. This is good stuff.

@silvercivic1996 Жыл бұрын

Yo I’m loving the resort. Sorry you got robbed .

@WatchJRGo Жыл бұрын

🥇 boom!

@todd2k3 Жыл бұрын

This series is great. I love seeing what you are doing with this place. I too have been derailed to doing home improvement projects this year instead of the car projects I had planned. It's cool seeing what you can do when you gut a place. I'm not sure I'm at that point but there are days! I'm also glad that the "robbed" at the end of the video wasn't all the expensive gear you were storing there. When I saw the title, I feared the worse! Nice job so far!

@anthonyblacker8471 Жыл бұрын

Plus you need like 4 40amp breakers for an electric tankless water heater.. It's ridiculous. Gas is definitely the only way to go!

@blue_lancer_es Жыл бұрын

I wish my studio had pocket doors. The door to go to the room opens to the room. Then the bath door opens to yep. The room. Damn!

@philipmasie Жыл бұрын

3 inch conduit seems way overkill for a small cabin 😅

@TheBrokenLife Жыл бұрын

...yeah, I was thinking "of course the heavy industrial guy told you to run 3 inch" when he said it. 🤣 But... those 3" sweeps are _enormous._ It will be like to tossing a hotdog down a hallway to pull wire through them.

@diddlybow3891 Жыл бұрын

This is just great. Hoovie is going to love this!

@endall39 Жыл бұрын

I have an electric tankless on our master tub and it’s been great for over a year. Problem is flow rate. You’d need a pretty expensive and power hungry version to supply a house.