BUILDING A MASSIVE DIY PERGOLA FOR OUR ABANDONED JUNGLE PROPERTY!
21 July 2024 · 29 min · 143K views
What this video covers
Construction of a DIY pergola over an RV requires setting adjustable post bases into concrete, squaring the bottoms of 8x8 and 6x6 timber posts, and erecting them vertically. The project involves drilling holes into concrete using a hammer drill with a carbide bit, which significantly improves efficiency over standard drilling.7:02 Because the timber posts vary in weight from 220 to 265 pounds, the crew stains the wood while it is on the ground to avoid working from ladders.18:47 Squaring the post bottoms requires using a chainsaw with 2x4 guides to ensure a flat surface for the adjustable bases.16:49 During the process, one heavy post falls down a mountain slope, forcing the crew to retrieve it manually.21:40 The crew plans to hire a machine operator to lift the heaviest 8x8 beams to avoid the safety risks of manual lifting from ladders.23:53 Weather conditions, specifically lightning, dictate the daily work schedule and force the crew to halt operations.29:11
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