Blacktail Shop Tour

Everything I have done right and wrong with my new woodshop

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Items in this video:

0:00 Intro
0:45 Custom router table
1:15 Coolest tool you don't need
1:57 Festool alternative
2:30 Upcoming project
3:22 Bandsaw
4:32 Cheap push block
5:00 Blast gates
5:44 Shop organization
6:41 Pegboard/miter station
7:15 Miter saw
8:17 Upstairs
8:41 Best free upgrade
9:30 Shop light upgrade
10:02 Clamp storage
10:20 Attached shed
11:09 Shop expansion

[bobbythompson]

Fight it for sure. There’s no reason why you can’t build something on your own property that you’ve had engineered and meets the code

[jimbreidenbach]

As a retired GC (30+ yrs, specialized in remodeling), negotiating with a building department was a constant "conversation". The easiest way to achieve what you want is to ask, "why not?" And then request to see the "written" code or zoning language that they are referencing to deny your application. This forces the building official to validate their decision and provides you a path to alter your plans to meet the code/rule or to counter a decision if there is ambiguity (or mis-interpretation) in the code/rule language. The best approach is to view your building official as a "partner" in your efforts and seek their guidance for how to achieve a "yes" to your plans. If the code/rule is in place, there is a reason for the language and you won't (typically) be able to exceed them. Most municipalities provide a path for "requesting a variance"....but this is a costly path (time+money) and only provides opportunity to "ask" but not guarantee a variance.

[POOPSIEKINS]

Man, there are very few videos on YT that I will watch from start to finish without skipping something at some point. I swear that every single one of your videos gets watched in it’s entirety. Your video composition is wonderful, you do an excellent job of staying engaging, filming quality footage, and being inspirational!

[Spoillygirl]

Cam, I have to say your responses to your “Fan of the week” is hilarious. I binged watched some of your older videos last night and you do beautiful work. I do small home diy projects with wood, and you inspire me to do more. As a disabled veteran, crafting has been a lifesaver. Thank you for sharing your amazing talents with us.👏🏾👏🏾💜💜

[aniretak]

I've been watching my way through your channel and really enjoying it and I just want to say a couple things in particular:

1) I have no idea what people who complain(ed) about you "talking too much" were smoking, because as far as I'm concerned, the glorious abundance of information and education and detail and explanation is exactly what makes your videos so great. Cool stuff becomes even cooler when I get to learn about it too! (And if you ever decided to make another "foam cauterizing for custom storage" video, this time with voiceover, I'd be thrilled to see that.)

2) Your channel has a very retro Youtube vibe--no background music, no funky attention-grabbing effects, no hypersaturated neon thumbnails--and I really, *really* dig that. It has such a relaxing, cozy, personal feel in every video. Power to all the TV-show-production channels, but I'm very happy that this more personal style still exists in the era of 4K.

3) MAD props for calling out people who begin their videos with "subscribe like notify" before you've seen a single moment of actual content, because WOW that bugs me too.

Happy New Year, and I hope your suspiciously close auxiliary building works out!

[jeffren]

My buddy got a lot of things through by going at the end of the day right before a holiday or 3-day weekend. You schedule a late appointment and pitch your case while they watch everyone leave early for the weekend. Eventually they just sign it so they can go home.

[dillpickle]

3:58 I took a woodworking class last year, and I used that exact same bandsaw (such a great tool, the pedal came in handy for me too!)

[brianhleigh]

Fight It. Most of the time the townships say "no" when they encounter something they don't fully understand or just don't want to deal with. Make them prove why it cannot be built. Also, looking forward to the circle slab build out.

[ianduval]

Fight it for sure!! You need & deserve the shop extension.
Bigger shop = Bigger builds!
Bigger builds = more videos!

[noahmclucas]

Thank you for all your videos. They are very inspiring and entertaining. You should fight it for sure, as long as it takes. You should be able to build as much as you want on the property you’ve worked hard to obtain. Thanks again

[markbonnici]

Fight it! Never give in to bureaucracy - usually it's just 'Because we've always done it that way' and not actual law or regulation.
Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy New Year. Keep Safe!

[Mike-jlrl]

Can't say fight it or concede without knowing why they said no. Keep up with the amazing projects and your videos. I love watching your work..and talk

[amygaskins]

Fight it. Love your videos. I am a 77 year old who lost my husband in September 2021. He was a woodworker until about 6 months before his death. He was too weak to handle the wood. I enjoy watching you as it is a little like walking out to his shop and watching him. The show was small and he had few tools but loved the wood.

[dtitus]

Fight It! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your down to earth point of view. Always showing us what you use but then telling us alternatives that you used to use. Obviously most of us garage guys don’t own the same tools you have but you always keep us in mind when explaining your process. Thank you.

[Shakdheke]

I appreciate your channel, I myself am just getting into woodworking and I've learned a lot from the pointers you've provided. The concrete float was a fantastic idea. From one Oregonian to another, you're killing it!

[bradraynor]

Fight it!! I need to get around to organizing my garage shop. One of the things that keeps me from doing projects is the mess in my shop. Your videos give me hope though so keep up the good work

[DrCox]

I would suggest applying for a variance. If that fails, you can always talk to your county reps and lobby them to update the county codes to include larger properties.

[Artsplore]

Cordiality, respect, patience, and persistence is all you need to work with the people holding the keys to your dream expansion.

[lucidmoses]

They can't just say no. They need to give a reason. When they do, apply for a variance and get your neighbors to sign off on it. Unless you have some ground stability problems, or something hard fixed for the area it shouldn't be much of a fight. And really, if it's ground issues, you really don't want to go ahead anyway.

[Jacksterific]

I just finished building my first house and had several “disputes” with the county permitting/planning department during the process. Things always worked out well. I also work for state government and my job is writing policy and code and know how the game is played. So, here is the deal. #1 the folks you work with at your permitting jurisdiction have a lot of leeway in “interpreting” code. #2 Don’t piss them off. Be nice and never lose your cool. Not only do they have a level of discretion in issuing your permits, they also inspect your work. #3 There is always a pathway to dispute decisions. Unfortunately, the permitting program is under no obligation to tell you the pathway. #4 Know the rules of the game. Think about the game Monopoly. The winner is usually the person who knows the rules the best. Not the one who leaves winning to chance. I am in a bordering state to you and am more than happy to discuss your situation and offer up some possible pathways to success.