Our New Solar Powered Workshop! The Bluetti AC200 Max Makes It Possible!
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@LivingTraditionsHomestead 2 жыл бұрын
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@balenciaerskine6187 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that, glad to know!
@menow7851 2 жыл бұрын
I got message from a whatsapp acct.
@chrismoore9686 2 жыл бұрын
You're always looking out for us! I got one of these. Thanks for the heads up.
@mfhthenycflyguy7085 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up!
@conniejordan4643 2 жыл бұрын
Just got the message from what's app. So sad people have to use someone else to try get you to buy things. Please they ask for credit card info. 😡
@qejcarroll6506 2 жыл бұрын
Well presented and informative. Excellent job, Living Traditions Homestead. God bless you too!
@judyabernathy80 2 жыл бұрын
That is one great workshop, Kevin. It’s really a man cave! Lol Congratulations. Well deserved. ❣️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼❣️
@temasetahirmustafasevli1726 2 жыл бұрын
Merhaba judy
@marciaolson4878 2 жыл бұрын
Very clever Kevin! This is exactly why you’re doing so well on your homesteading! This is the old ways popping up where we had to make do with the brains and know how God gave us. Great job! God bless!
@rw3687 2 жыл бұрын
It doesn't hurt that he is getting the fancy stuff free or deeply discounted in return for the free advertisements.
@louannad1 2 жыл бұрын
You're so smart to put together the solar stand outside. Love how the solar panels look.
@cambriaotte8811 2 жыл бұрын
I was literally typing a different comment about food security when you started talking about it! What a great investment for your farm/homestead journey!
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
Solar is great! We've been off grid on solar for a year now and no issues
@juliebarnett9812 2 жыл бұрын
It's interesting seeing you guys discovering about solar when your homestead wasn't about that, but we are all learning more and more about solar, so thank you for sharing this. I appreciate your honesty about things, too. I agree, those solar panels wouldn't work for me like that, but the rack on the side of the building is great.
@grantmyers7593 2 жыл бұрын
A wood stove for heat for when you are working would take the chill off.
@edsmith4414 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed....but then comes the fan on the stove to move enough air to heat that much space. Couple hundred continuous watts. The lights drawing 300. Use tools, hundreds more. Now you're way past what the panels will put back in the battery and THAT is when you find out whether this works for you.
@grantmyers7593 2 жыл бұрын
@@edsmith4414 if its that cold, you dont want lithium batteries out there because they don't handle cold real well. I was just talking about taking the chill off, not full blown heat
@lechatbotte. 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, I’ve got a friend who runs a wood stove in his tractor repair shop. It doesn’t need a fan. Just need to warm the temp above the outside temp. Big enough stove will take the chill off, it’s not the house hee hee
@maryarcher8484 2 жыл бұрын
@@edsmith4414 they have different size circulating fans that sit on top of stove and just the heat from the stove moves the heat. They are not expensive at all
@edsmith4414 2 жыл бұрын
@@maryarcher8484 And they move very little air.
@sandraleishman878 2 жыл бұрын
Well done Kevin! Great replacement for gas generators. Like how you saw how to make it work for you. P.s. great building and great camera work Sarah!
@vondabarela8994 2 жыл бұрын
First thing I thought when I saw the solar panels: “Well, that ain’t gonna work in Missouri.” Kevin and Sarah are always coming up with ways around any problem. Love it. 👍🏼
@duaneklein4924 2 жыл бұрын
That is a great system. Should work out perfect for you! I love the portability of it all. Ease of mind just got better on the farm! Thanks for showing us. It is amazing how advanced things are getting in just a few years with solar. Look forward to seeing what’s going on next time!
@IlluminatiSilver 2 жыл бұрын
Love the solar panel frame great idea and we agree the back on most brands of solar panels are flimsy so your workaround is ideal.
@lynnschantz9185 2 жыл бұрын
Good morning from Michigan near Indiana state line. Woke up this morning to a snow covered ground.
@cathybradford5685 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I was shocked to see the air compressor actually work on the unit. I read that the solar panels are not to be used in the rain/wet....not good because of Missouri's winters when the power goes out. Love the rack! Great job. You need to provide us with measurements plans on your solar panel build. I believe a lot of us would buy a set.
@aaronwilliamson4045 2 жыл бұрын
Super fantastic work Kevin. I'm one impressed electrical engineer. Built our garage/barn/workshop/man cave over 44 years ago and love it even today. A bit envious of all the FUN your going to have.
@markhudspeth8503 2 жыл бұрын
Insulation an a wood burning cook stove with oven of course lol. Love the shop!
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
Peller stove would keep the shop toasty and clean.
@jeannamaynard5037 2 жыл бұрын
Two great new additions to better self-sustainable "traditional living." So happy for you both!
@marybethham4967 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, and the solar panel holder you made is fantastic Kevin.
@doreennovak692 2 жыл бұрын
Great presentation! The panel holder is smart! Easy to take the panels off during a tornado warning.
@RNbiker57 9 ай бұрын
I built a much smaller farm workshop - 12' x 20', and I power it with AC200MAX. I also have a Greenworks riding mower with six large lithium ion batteries. With decent sunshine I can charge all six batteries over a couple of hours pulling 1800 watts, running solar ;panels and pulling from the AC200MAX battery. Thanks for going green and sharing your story! I hope to buy the B230 battery next year.
@1polonium210 Жыл бұрын
Well-done video! I bought an AC200 and 2 B230 expansion batteries, with the objective of using that combination of batteries to handle most of the power for our house. Your video is one of the most informative I've seen with regard to the AC200-B230 system for this objective.
@renamaemcdonald2075 2 жыл бұрын
Solar systems are designed so much more compact than ever before! Very nice setup!
@okiejammer2736 2 жыл бұрын
Now that is simply ingenious, the set up on the solar panels outside. I'm investigating portable solar now for our freezer during outages, so this video is very timely. THANK YOU BOTH. ❤ your channel!
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
Solar is the way to go
@karenzorn773 2 жыл бұрын
I just love this video so informative. Thank you.
@ronhart4166 2 жыл бұрын
Wow Kevin, what a great idea. This could defiantly open a lot of avenues up for out buildings.
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
Solar is very simple and getting even easier to set up and use.
@davidstrickland3505 2 жыл бұрын
Love you new workshop and really love the solar system I totally enjoy watching you guys as every chance I get
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
That's a good sized shop for sure. I'm surprised they framed the walls and didn't do a pole barn set-up.
@SageandStoneHomestead 2 жыл бұрын
Our power company told us the first 600ft overhead from the main pole is free! Thankful for that. 😬
@txnana5459 2 жыл бұрын
Everything y’all post is interesting. Love your channel!
@scentsbyemebathbody3161 2 жыл бұрын
Great way to be non energy on electricity and no high bills !! Love the info and sharing it with us ! 😊💕
@lindapeterson7166 2 жыл бұрын
Good ☕️☕️ Morning Kevin & Sarah,your workshop is so awesome!The Amish can build anything & do an excellent job!Very interesting video!Have a wonderful day!👏😊👍
@kaybusby7507 2 жыл бұрын
Great job anything we can do now to save our pocket books is amazing. Thank you for sharing a lot of information.
@darlashumate7498 2 жыл бұрын
I ordered an off grid system last week - DANG! I wish I had known about this one first!!! Thank you - I learned a lot!
@kathiedavis3312 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin it’s so great that you can see something that needs to be done and figure out how to do no problem. It reminds me so much of my late husband I never had a Brand new Washer and dryer but what I had was just as good he’d take parts from 3-4 junk pieces and there you go I had a new whatever I needed. Anyway you two are a great couple and work so well together and you can tell how much you love each other and the Lord. Keep up the good work.
@murrayandru7527 2 жыл бұрын
Bluetti Should be proud of your Review Kevin , Hope they gave you a discount for the plug ! Well Done, may it serve you very well. Take care , Enjoy ALL !
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
Didn't notice if he said they sponsored the video or notm
@tamararoberts9307 2 жыл бұрын
You're very clever with making a stand for the panels, so cool!
@YamIa3gypsy 2 жыл бұрын
The wooden “rack” is innovative, very simple yet effective. Congratulations on your new workshop. We will keep this on our list…Thanks and Blessings.
@marktoldgardengnome4110 2 жыл бұрын
Even if you're not going to heat the shop, I think I would still put in 2-3 ceiling fans for air flow to keep humidity levels down. Tools can rust up quite quickly in dead air. Enjoy your new shop.
@CuriousEarthMan 2 жыл бұрын
If you make your panel holder rack adjustable, you can change it with the seasons! Two upright 2x4s on the high side L & R, with holes drilled for bolts to act as pins. Or a single point above with coated wire rope or outdoor cord, and a window-blind pulley and tie point. Hope that helps! Either way, the bottom points then have to slide or be hinged...super easy.
@GregNBiloxi 2 жыл бұрын
A great feature of your generator is that it is quiet. Gas powered generators are as noisy as lawn mowers. Also -- no worries about exhaust.
@deplorablecbblock1080 2 жыл бұрын
You guys are amazing how you grow your farm and become more self sufficient.
@GimiH1 2 жыл бұрын
Just yesterday we picked up 2 pallets of solar panels. I told my husband we just needed to check on Kevin and a few others for ideas for mounting the panels.
@janew5351 2 жыл бұрын
Curtis Stone the urban farmer now living off grid in BC has an adjustable m
@jeanpauldupuis 2 жыл бұрын
Rack system is great, exactly what I needed to see. Thanks for the video.
@scottbee501 Жыл бұрын
Ah, the Amish dudes. I pulled my truck over once on a country road in western Illinois or “Forgotonia” to watch an army of Amish put up a barn. It was like ants building an ant hill. Beautiful!
@angiestelzer1064 2 жыл бұрын
Extremely interesting video on solar panels and you have the perfect application with your workshop! The ingenuity with the creation of the panel board is impressive. Thank you!
@melaneymattson3733 2 жыл бұрын
I'm interesting in the longevity of the solar panels being in the sun and elements. Only time will tell.
@thefreckster1038 2 жыл бұрын
That type of panel is not meant for permanent installation. The rooftop rigid panels you usually see are warranted for 25 years. They HAVE to be exposed to the elements and thus are built to withstand them.
@nancyrasmussen2016 2 жыл бұрын
You are so inventive. You can make anything work and on a cheap budget at that. Shop looks Great! Nancy from Nebraska
Жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, Thank you so much for this video. Found some very useful information in here! Good luck with your new space! Seems like you will have some awesome time there in times when is bad outside! Adrian from Austria
@ordinarypete 2 жыл бұрын
What an awesome shop. Everything is looking awesome for you guys. Loving it.
@Wildevis 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome workshops and great Solar system. I love the portability of it
@eleanorchapple8772 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that was well and honestly explained. Knowing zero about any of this stuff, after your demonstration I felt I could do that!!!
@alenamatirniyable 2 жыл бұрын
The foldable panels are great for on the go but they are not made for being outdoors 24/7 so we got ridged panels for more permanent panels. Way more happy with permanent option
@lizetteroussel8831 2 жыл бұрын
OH BOY KEVY!!! Nice workshop!! That solar system looks awsome! Im so happy you took us along today; thank you! I know ive said it b4 but worth sayin again, you two are such great teachers!! Takes a lot to do these videos on top of chores n life, you are heartfully appreciated! Hava good weekend!
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
They are easy to listen to
@pinetreehill586 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin, that shop is going to become your favorite place to be on the homestead. It looks like you have your power situation figured out wonderfully for the shop. I am overjoyed for you that you found a solar power system that works well to meet your needs.
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
I'm jealous. The shop I built turnes into the house thanks to Covid. So now once it is done I'll have to build another shop for me.
@tongthao1125 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Your idea really help me to get mines set up the solar panels for my camper.
@cheyenne9118 2 жыл бұрын
I am so excited about y’all being excited it just gets me so excited I don’t know what amount do I’m so excited
@gailmarlatt8029 2 жыл бұрын
Great information. We are rethinking power to our shop. I also like that it can be used in the shop and is also a back up to the house in case of a power outage.
@pcken9067 2 жыл бұрын
The system looks terrific. Going to check into it. Thank you!
@carmenzamastil1545 2 жыл бұрын
Thats great, everything is perfect. Congratulations!!
@andrewnichol1658 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, wow great system for your set-up. It will be a good addition to your current off grid needs
@FloridaGirl- 2 жыл бұрын
Great set up and step by step. Love your creative solar panel design! Thanks for the showing w/your tools and everything! Nice pole barn. 👍
@ladysparkle1576 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice, you did a great job making this, fits perfectly. Thanks for sharing
@monalawhorn707 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for Sharon God bless you and your family shalom
@chrismoore9686 2 жыл бұрын
So cool!!! And the way you present it makes it seem possible, do-able, not intimidating or complicated. Well done.
@dianadollar6050 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin you are so smart in a common sense-way. Congrats on you new shop. I am sure you and Sarah will make the best of it.
@MicheleMoore7161959 2 жыл бұрын
Would it work for you to mount a couple of PVC pipes with an elbow to house all the cables so they don’t get blown around or chewed on by critters? Just curious. I appreciate getting to see into the life you guys have built there. God bless you and your family!
@COGirl444 2 жыл бұрын
Agree, protecting cables from critters will be important!
@lindastrandquist2429 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea
@duett445 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin,the batterie package is an energy storage system not a generator as you were saying. The solar panels are the generating part.
@JonD-ee3im Жыл бұрын
Oh, ok
@millertimespicywarrior 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid guys! Excited for y’all 😀
@joancoleman1228 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin, please put something (orange cap) over the top of that rebar stake. Don’t want anyone to get hurt.♥️
@billcochran4072 2 жыл бұрын
That’s such a nice shop Kevin, thanks for showing the set up you have and how it all works! God Bless
@petruzzovichi 2 жыл бұрын
Well done. Great job and excellent presentation. (Dynamite camera person as well!) Thanks Kevin.
@Vantuary 2 жыл бұрын
Great informative video! You did a nice job building the holder for the panels. Love your new shop!
@TravelingwithJenny 2 жыл бұрын
You guys are killing it on become self sustainable, thanks for the great ideas!
@christopherforster6555 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely setup excellent work shop definitely the way to go well done thanks.
@monikamelilloboissewilcock2666 2 жыл бұрын
I've been looking for something to have power in my barn. This looks like a winner. Thanks Kevin
@LilChi1964 2 жыл бұрын
New buildings and tools for Kevin, that’s wonderful…I would love to see Sarah get a new home with her dream kitchen. She deserves something sweet. Love you guys 💕
@cynthiafisher9907 2 жыл бұрын
I love her kitchen!
@virginiamesko6369 2 жыл бұрын
When they sell the original homestead and move to the new farm, perhaps her kitchen will be her dream kitchen. I haven't seen the house at the new farm. Personally, I don't see anything wrong with her current kitchen.
@LilChi1964 2 жыл бұрын
@@virginiamesko6369 Nothing wrong… I just think she deserves something special. Sarah is the loveliest person
@heatherk8931 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a fan of her current kitchen as well. Solid, real wood and lots of space.
@z144000 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic ! Thank you for sharing Kevin. ( shared to f/b ) God Bless you all in Love.
@kaylabryson1932 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful !! This is a great space. ! Congrats
@imaprepper1866 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin , great video . The timing was right on . I have mine . So setting it up your video is a big help. God bless.
@timothyyoung4061 Жыл бұрын
Man , I love your set up and it gave me great ideas for my situation!!
@gaylewatkins4685 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Also, the solar panal array rack you built is perfect. This solar system is awesome. God Bless.
@CashJohnston 2 жыл бұрын
I would install some permanent solar panels and just use the fold up panels for travel/camping. I don’t think they were intended to be used permanently.
@esthermcgough3995 Жыл бұрын
I have the bluetti your using. I am building it as i can afford to. Solar panel is next. But additional battery and more solar are in my plan. Great info . Love the Bluetti
@ThatBritishHomestead 2 жыл бұрын
Ooo that’s a lovely new barn! Looks amazing and spacious
@margaretarross1712 2 жыл бұрын
This was fabulous. A vast improvement over older solar battery system in every way. Thanks.
@belieftransformation 2 жыл бұрын
Great info; thanks for sharing! Congratulations on your shop build. Your family deserves the very best! 🤗❤️🇨🇦
@dawnbrown2125 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing so much information that helps guide us in making wise choices. Have a Nice day !
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
It was a good review
@liznyp6209 2 жыл бұрын
Can we see a closeup of the wood stand you built? We have the exact same panels and I knew I didn’t want the flimsy set up with them.
@lesliearcher8464 2 жыл бұрын
So happy for you guys. Nice workshop. Hope it works out for you.
@led8541 2 жыл бұрын
That is cool i just bought a jackery 1000 for my truck build its not near as powerful as this one but i think it will do what i need Great video smashed the thumbs up have a great week led
@meredithhamilton9795 2 жыл бұрын
Kevin and Sarah I love your videos but this has got to be the absolute best!!! This system can be set up anywhere and under emergency/hazardous conditions... I am from Chicago and now live in Florida. I can and will use this setup for hurricanes and feel a little more secure. (I'm used to tornados not hurricanes)! Thanks for all you do!
@donnaparrish7638 2 жыл бұрын
Great way to power the shop and if necessary, the house too. Thanks for sharing!
@pmartin6759 2 жыл бұрын
Great video👍 you guys are always so good at giving information on everything you are doing....❤️
@Off-Grid 2 жыл бұрын
They do a good job
@megrandmomjean5019 2 жыл бұрын
Such a great workshop - I know you must be thrilled to have it. Am very happy for you - you're a great family :)
@jeannielettenmaier5641 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kavin , loved your video on the Bluettie and the way you fixed your panel’s. Great idea. Really enjoy all of your videos.💞🙏🙏
@kendean4278 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice production. Educational
@rhondamontiel3827 2 жыл бұрын
Another fine job done by Kevin! Great choice with the bluetti.
@vernonvest9927 2 жыл бұрын
Wow impressive you do a good job thinking things through,keep up what you are doing.
@goin2green 2 жыл бұрын
Ooh lots of work will get done this Winter!
@Momma4Freedom 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Really appreciate the way you explain everything.
@joanmackie6906 2 жыл бұрын
Well done you make it all look so easy you are such a clever man working out how to set it up to work better than the manufacturer can looks a great work shop Glad yous are doing so well love ❤️ your channel you explain everything so good have used a few of your ideas thank you for sharing with us all
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