you have one of the best-built bases I have seen you took the time and did your research and did it right.
@michaelwatkins3842
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your insight and experience! This is probably a much better way of doing it than I had planned, actually pretty brilliant idea. This is going to save lots of time and labor vs what I had planned for my mill upgrade. Thanks again for taking time to share!
@bradduplinduplin3561
3 жыл бұрын
Best example I have seen to date. Thanks for sharing this.
@dusttodusthomestead
3 жыл бұрын
I really like that base! Very nice! Thanks for sharing 👍
@bartman59laj55
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a really informative video, just assembled my HM130 on a base that looks just like yours, but more frequent posts and have6x6’s for posts and runners. New subscriber, I like your common sense and the way you answered watchers questions
@upnorthoffcuts929
2 жыл бұрын
This is what I was looking for. Great job on the base and thanks for sharing. John.
@SheratonParkFarms
3 жыл бұрын
Love the technique of build the components then move into place and set. Great channel. Love the content!!
@4821jeffrow
3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your video's and it very clear you have thought out everything and have the experience and knowledge to really make this work good. And you are a very neat and Accurate builder and all lumber I see is sawed to exact size. Again I really like what you have did and thank you for Sharing this with everyone
@juginstr1019
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the useful information, watched in one breath.Good luck and good health.
@Mainelyoffgrid
2 жыл бұрын
Just bought this mill for our off grid property in maine. Can't wait to use it. Thanks for all the great tips and tricks!!!👍👍
@kennkid9912
2 жыл бұрын
Where? I am in Whitefield. Good luck.
@Mainelyoffgrid
2 жыл бұрын
@@kennkid9912 good ole dexter.
@kennkid9912
2 жыл бұрын
@@MainelyoffgridDexter?Thats the big city! It even has a Renys. Nice country. We used to visit an elderly friend there. Some good lan.d near Dexter. Corinth too.We truck livestock to Guilford all the time. Herring Bros.
@Mainelyoffgrid
2 жыл бұрын
@@kennkid9912 haha your the only person I've ever heard say that. It sure is beautiful though
@kennkid9912
2 жыл бұрын
@@Mainelyoffgrid Well Jimbo. I am looking at buying a new Woodland Mill. 122 w9.5 Hp. A mill should handle around a 12 ft log. as Std. ,122 doesnt. I had a Thomas, made in Brooks Maine. 13 HP Honda. Sold it. To me it was kind of crude. Going to build a new house on some land we own. When I had the Thomas, I cut wood for the outbuildings. I bought the pine boards and framing stuff for the house. Pine wide floors, pine sheethin, pine subfloors. hemlock for ist floor floor framing.Kd Spruce above.
@DuneGames
2 жыл бұрын
Love the train in the background starting at about 6:00 and its whistle echoing through the woods at 6:35. Thought at first it might be a nearby train to me, to find out it's in the video.
@Carolina12GA
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely great project ! Looks amazing
@michaelfrench343
3 жыл бұрын
Great video, very informative, I'm waiting for my sawmill to come in. So I'm gathering as much info as I can.
@johndingman1064
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I just bought this same saw today.. Hope to get some good use out of it.. thanks again..
@nealtubbs9608
3 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing.
@russellburt875
3 жыл бұрын
Great job !!! I agree with the height and love your base construction idea !!!
@heyyoubuddy6749
3 жыл бұрын
Hey there buddy how are ya? I really like the way you did that so smart!! I’m hoping to get my mill within a couple of months. I really am looking forward to using it I have a lot of logs on bunks waiting for the mill. Woodland mills is an awesome company great folks and a wonderful product like. Thanks for sharing God bless you and yours. I just subscribed I want to see what ya do with you mill. Take be safe.
@bluethunder1951
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice setup, the only thing I would do different is to use lag bolts or through bolts with nut and washer on the feet pads, when you have a big heavy log and rotate it, the force from it hitting the log stops will put lots of strain on those two small screws you have on each pad.
@Twindadx2_
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like a good solid base!
@stevem6711
3 жыл бұрын
Nice job!
@tomcogger2132
2 жыл бұрын
Six feet frost depth here! You must be way south or me way north. I really enjoy your presentations!
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
I remember it being that deep when I was up in Vermont, but down here in this part of Virginia it's really shallow. They spec 12" depth but I rarely see it more than 4-6".
@kennkid9912
2 жыл бұрын
Mine a concrete slab on ledge.Yes it is a bit low. We load logs from a brow. Bridge pieces go to the mill.Then you take them away. We load the brow with tractor forks.This still concentrates the weight on legs on dirt?
@terryconnolly1770
2 жыл бұрын
Another question the frame is 26”wide what was width you used for the 4 x6 frame?
@justintime2277
2 жыл бұрын
👍 From Cadillac Michigan
@ttfahd
2 жыл бұрын
I was just putting down a 2000 dollar slab for my mill.....Then I saw your video....Might save me some cash
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I don't see the need for a slab or putting the mill down on the ground. I worked with trailer mounted mills for years and having them up off the ground is more comfortable and productive all the way around.
@tbishop6726
3 жыл бұрын
You can put concrete under the post for support and around the post but you need to have a little gravel at the base of the post so water can escape. It sounds like you poured a cup or bathtub that the post is contained in allowing it to rot off prematurely. Hopefully I am misunderstanding how you did that.
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
I cover this on one of my pole barn videos. Gravel works great in soil that drains and that is an awesome way to do it. In some parts of the country, it is the standard procedure. But here in our heavy clay soil it won't make any difference at all -- the post hole is like a clay bucket no matter what you do. Posts rot at the interface where damp wood meets air (ie, they do not rot underground) so the most important thing to do around here is to put a good grade on the structure leading up to all the posts. You want to make sure the post sheds water away from the level where soil or concrete backfill meets air so that it can't accumulate moisture at that critical location. Using this method I've had posts in the ground for 30+ years with no issues. And in the same timeframe I've repaired other posts that failed because they were installed with poor grade or poor surface drainage. They just love to rot off at ground level if moisture can pool or collect there. Avoid that and the post will last a long time. You can purchase plastic post sleeves or coat the ground level of posts with tar to add some resistance at that important moisture/air interface point at ground level, but in my opinion establishing proper drainage is more effective and cost less time/money.
@chestershighwaygarage2874
Жыл бұрын
Did you center the mill front to back between columns or create more space in front? Also I can't find your LVL sizing video for some reason. Can you send me a link? I love your videos Jack!
@poochie49
3 жыл бұрын
Super nice!
@logan979
Жыл бұрын
curious if you used non treated for your adjusters did you have felt paper or a similar product in-between your black plates ? Thank you for another outstanding video
@Lumber_Jack
Жыл бұрын
Those were painted with two coats of oil-based black metal paint, that thick tarry stuff that is used a lot in welding/fabrication. I figured that is as good of a barrier as any between the treated lumber and steel. I do use felt paper between treated lumber and plated metal though.
@jduckro9912
2 жыл бұрын
Lumber Jack...A little late to the game here...I truly like your detailed videos...I want to build a base like you have done. You mentioned that Woodland has blueprints available, I cant seem to find. Do you have blueprints availble for purchase?
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
Woodland Mills has blueprints for all their mills on their website, which will give you dimensions for the sawmill bed. You can then size the base to properly support the sawmill bed. I used 4x6 timbers with 2x6 (flat) on top to attach the sawmill bed feet to.
@jduckro9912
2 жыл бұрын
@@Lumber_Jack Thanks Lumber Jack for the quick response.
@logan979
Ай бұрын
Do you have any concern of the treated posts in the ground covered with concrete ? Thank you
@Lumber_Jack
Ай бұрын
Not me, but there are alternative methods if it was a concern.
@leeackerson2579
3 жыл бұрын
You used a laser level and tractor post hole digger for the building, but not the saw mill base. Bet the experience of doing it manually produced a change of heart.
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
Tell you what, any time I have to dig in our clay soil by hand, it really makes me question my sanity.
@user-fw2bt2hd3x
Жыл бұрын
Can you tell me where you found those galvinized leveling foot pad or mounts that got screwed to the 4 x 6's
@Lumber_Jack
Жыл бұрын
They come with the sawmill.
@anthonymason2186
Жыл бұрын
How durable is this mill? Look possibly a bit less durable than a wood mizer, but I know looks can be deceiving. What’s your thoughts??
@Lumber_Jack
Жыл бұрын
For years I milled on a friend's diesel Woodmizer with hydraulics and automation, and to me there is no comparison -- they are the best in the business for a high end mill. But those are $35K-$50K or more, so it's a different market. In the last 5 years or so, Woodmizer has started selling lower cost hobby mills that compete in the same market as Woodland Mills and Frontier (I think Woodmizer realized they were losing sales by not catering to those customers) . Those Woodmizer hobby mills are pretty comparable to Woodland Mills. Under $10K, I don't think the Woodmizers are any better than the other guys. These hobby mills ship knocked down, parts in a crate, and are meant to be assembled onsite by the customer. They are all pretty similar to each other because of this design and assembly process. Back in 2019 I had all but made up my mind to buy a Norwood or Woodmizer in mid-2020. I had quotes from both companies. But then Covid hit and both of those companies had issues with availability and their customer service took a dive. That's when I looked at Woodland Mills, knowing a neighbor had one since 2016 and was satisfied. Their customer service was night and day better than the other guys -- they were responsive and they were actually able to give me inventory and shipping information on the phone instead of vague guesses. So I ordered from Woodland Mills and it has turned out to be a great mill and great experience. I also saved a few thousand dollars over the other mills and feel like it's a great value. Just remember it's a hobby mill under $10K and not a $35K Woodmizer.
@dallasfinch1100
2 жыл бұрын
Greetings, and great job on the videos! I just purchased and took possession of a Woodland Mills HM 126 mill. I am in the process of laying out the track post and beam support structure, such as you have presented. In doing all of the calculations, my question is that if you are using 2X6 untreated lumber on top of your 4X6 beams, do you still have the clearance for the longer log stops to drop down below the 2X6 face plates which you placed over the 4X6 beams? I am considering using 2X4 instead of the 2X6’s. Any thoughts?
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
The log stop posts are unobstructed, but it does require careful dimensioning to size the base properly. You can use the blueprints on the Woodland Mills website to work it out in advance (or measure the track if already built). A 2x4 is not wide enough to fully support the foot pads and provide material to screw into, so 2x6 is about the minimum possible.
@outsidewithrodney8240
3 жыл бұрын
How tall is the sawmill from the ground to the top of the rail system
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
About 24-25".
@outsidewithrodney8240
3 жыл бұрын
@@Lumber_Jack I'm just in the planning stages of getting a sawmill and really like the looks of your setup. Any suggestions or advice would definitely be appreciated!! Thanks
@ForgottenHillbilly
Жыл бұрын
Hi, i'm looking at buying the same mill within the next two weeks and also with one 7' extension. I was wondering, how long did your base end up from end to end? Also i was curious how far apart are the actual green painted log bunks on center? I'd like to have posts at every one of them in the ground or at least a cement block at every other one or something. I'm just trying to get prepared ahead and have my base built and something like you have is exactly like i had in mind. Thanks!
@Lumber_Jack
Жыл бұрын
My base is 232" long, 29" wide, and 22" high. Best thing is to go to the Woodland Mills website where you can download detailed drawings of the mill and bed (including extension). It will have all the info you need. The drawings are included on the product page for every mill.
@suemoore1965
8 ай бұрын
❤️🤍💙 THANKS FOR SHARING 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@thomasmartin2165
2 жыл бұрын
You mentioned the untreated board used to set the leveling feet on to avoid corrosion...Would that not apply to the diamond plate gusset braces?
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
The gussets have a thick coat of paint and a layer of roofing felt between the metal and wood. So I am not worried about those. You can use roofing felt or flashing membrane to separate metal from treated wood with good success. Same thing could be use for the top boards to protect the foot pads if you think treated wood is needed there (I didn't).
@tonydeeugenio1489
3 жыл бұрын
Do u have plans of what u did looks great Ty
@terryconnolly1770
2 жыл бұрын
What length did you use for the 4x6 horizontal boards?
@rdj954
3 жыл бұрын
What is your opinion on using longer(20 ft 3×4) one piece angle(one per side of course)for the rails instead of multiple piece that the saw comes with? I'm looking to order the 130max within the next couple of months.
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
I think it would be a great idea with a couple caveats. First, make sure you can still adjust it and bolt down in spaced intervals to get it straight, as angle can be noodly in a 20 length. And second, you may need to surface or machine the edge the trolley wheels roll on, as that dimension and edge shape of a hot-rolled angle iron is not usually controlled or consistent (I think the tolerance is intentionally poor there). Woodland Mills machines the top edge of their track flat to a consistent dimension, I assume because of all the variability of off-the-shelf angle iron. I've bought 20' lengths of angle iron for welding projects and have seen that variability from piece to piece.
@charleswise4831
3 жыл бұрын
Great job. What is the height of the sawmill “deck” (top of bunks)? Getting ready to do the same thing for my Woodland Mills sawmill. Thanks.
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
About 22-24" -- you can make it at whatever height is comfortable with a log on the bed.
@brettm8464
2 жыл бұрын
Did you mix the concrete or put it in dry and wet it?
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
This was all premixed concrete.
@johnanderson.3982
2 жыл бұрын
Looks great. What's the length of the horizontal timbers?
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
About 76" between posts.
@chance3373
2 жыл бұрын
Will you be doing anymore videos? Any future projects?
@denislevesque6192
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I've just bought a HM122 and I'd to know what you think about the ajustable blade guide.
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
I have not seen a need for it here, but it would be worth getting if you saw a lot of really narrow logs. Beware, the yellow guard is not well made and can catch the blade, so a lot of people remove that piece.
@thesprucemill6632
2 жыл бұрын
Where did u get the adjustable feet and what diameter is the threaded part?
@Lumber_Jack
2 жыл бұрын
The feet came with the sawmill. There are probably bolt specs in the user manual parts list you can view on the Woodland Mills website.
@michaelfrench343
3 жыл бұрын
What was your overall height of the wooden bed, that the mill legs sit on.
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
About 20-22" if I remember right.
@CreeksideMaplesHomestead
3 жыл бұрын
What is the height to the top of your 2x6 from the ground?
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
About 18" if I remember correctly. But it is up to each user's taste -- make the total height (including bunks, etc) to put logs around thigh level, for comfortable working and minimize bending over. I was aiming to replicate trailer height, which is how I used mills in the past.
@CreeksideMaplesHomestead
3 жыл бұрын
@@Lumber_Jack awesome and thanks so much.
@marcuswilson9037
3 жыл бұрын
What website was it that you found the plans ? This is great, really enjoying your stuff
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
Woodland mills has drawings for all their mills on their website. You can use them to design a base or trailer to support the mill.
@terryconnolly1770
2 жыл бұрын
@@Lumber_Jack what was the width you built your frame at. I see the sawmill frame is 26” wide did you use that spec?
@CreeksideMaplesHomestead
3 жыл бұрын
What is the full length of your deck?
@Lumber_Jack
3 жыл бұрын
Just over 19.5 feet long.
@CreeksideMaplesHomestead
3 жыл бұрын
@@Lumber_Jack Thanks. I'm building a deck for my mill. It will look much like yours.
@user-fw2bt2hd3x
Жыл бұрын
Now take a look at the feet this guy has, I wrote him and asked where he got them he said they came with.
@canalolenhadorvaldir
3 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏🤜🤛🌲🌳
@georgeshotrodbarn2113
3 жыл бұрын
But,But,But i would have done this and i would have done that. but its a nice set up.
@EricRush
3 жыл бұрын
Audio is so low, I have to crank my speakers to the max.
@Popcorncedar
Жыл бұрын
Base is nice. I’m surprised how many KZitem sawyers buy foreign made mills.
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