LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:19pm
so the gf and i had been talking about buying a camper trailer, then I got to thinking, wait, I own a bunch of land, why not just build a cabin...
I am thinking of going with this one
http://www.motherearthnews.com/uploadedImages/articles/issues/2006-06-01/Illustration.jpg
They say you can build it for under $4k.
Anyone ever done something like this, or know someone who did?
I am thinking of going with this one
http://www.motherearthnews.com/uploadedImages/articles/issues/2006-06-01/Illustration.jpg
They say you can build it for under $4k.
Anyone ever done something like this, or know someone who did?
Trueblue23
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Jul 1, 2010 11:20pm
Hell yea uncle tom!
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:27pm
lol
for real though, all we would do is put a wood burning stove in it, some cheap furniture and some oil lamps. We love going primitive camping, but the set up and tear down time takes up too much time to go for just a night.
for real though, all we would do is put a wood burning stove in it, some cheap furniture and some oil lamps. We love going primitive camping, but the set up and tear down time takes up too much time to go for just a night.
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MontyBrunswick
Jul 1, 2010 11:30pm
You can probably buy a set of Lincoln Logs and build one for fairly cheap.
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:33pm
dlazz;408541 wrote:You can probably buy a set of Lincoln Logs and build one for fairly cheap.
I stumble too much when I drink, it wouldn't stay standing very long
Trueblue23
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Jul 1, 2010 11:36pm
Under 4k?
That seems too cheap, idk.
Maybe that's just for the building itself. You still have to get permits and furnish it.
That seems too cheap, idk.
Maybe that's just for the building itself. You still have to get permits and furnish it.
Bio-Hazzzzard
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Jul 1, 2010 11:36pm
I have built many homes, your cabin would be easy and not much to it
DeyDurkie5
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Jul 1, 2010 11:37pm
fuck that shit, why would you build a cabin
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MontyBrunswick
Jul 1, 2010 11:38pm
You could probably call around and get quotes on them. Stop being a lazy bitch and do that.
Bitch.
Bitch.
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:38pm
Trueblue23;408556 wrote:Under 4k?
That seems too cheap, idk.
Maybe that's just for the building itself. You still have to get permits and furnish it.
no plumbing, no electric, no hvac, the rest of the permits are cheap. i would build it myself with the help of family and friends. could probably furnish it for under $1000. I already have doors and windows that were brand new in a house my parents tore down in 1996 that have been in storage, that cuts down about $1000 in the budget. Don't have to cut in a driveway or anything. Insulation would run about $500 or so.
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:39pm
dlazz;408564 wrote:You could probably call around and get quotes on them. Stop being a lazy bitch and do that.
Bitch.
do what now? Why would I have a builder quote me on something I am going to do myself? lol
Bio-Hazzzzard
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Jul 1, 2010 11:39pm
I live in FL but I know some amish in OH that would work for cash $$$ and would help with the price
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MontyBrunswick
Jul 1, 2010 11:39pm
LJ;408567 wrote:do what now? Why would I have a builder quote me on something I am going to do myself? lol
You said you frequently get drunk and stumble into things. I don't think you should be building something you intend on living in.
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:39pm
DeyDurkie5;408561 wrote:fuck that shit, why would you build a cabin
We love going primitive camping, but the set up and tear down time takes up too much time to go for just a night.
plus it is on my hunting land, and it would make deer hunting SOOOO much more comfortable. I hate sleeping in a tent in the fall.
Bio-Hazzzzard
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Jul 1, 2010 11:40pm
That's the best wayLJ;408567 wrote:do what now? Why would I have a builder quote me on something I am going to do myself? lol
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:41pm
Bio-Hazzzzard;408569 wrote:I live in FL but I know some amish in OH that would work for cash $$$ and would help with the price
thanks, but i have plenty family and friends skilled in carpentry. I'd need help probably doing the siding and interior walls. I want to do all wood, like floor, walls and ceiling on the interior.
Trueblue23
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Jul 1, 2010 11:41pm
LJ;408565 wrote:no plumbing, no electric, no hvac, the rest of the permits are cheap. i would build it myself with the help of family and friends. could probably furnish it for under $1000. I already have doors and windows that were brand new in a house my parents tore down in 1996 that have been in storage, that cuts down about $1000 in the budget. Don't have to cut in a driveway or anything. Insulation would run about $500 or so.
Hell yea brother, going real old school.
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:42pm
dlazz;408570 wrote:You said you frequently get drunk and stumble into things. I don't think you should be building something you intend on living in.
lol.... I'm somewhat ok when I am sober
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MontyBrunswick
Jul 1, 2010 11:44pm
Even so, you could still probably get one built for you for fairly cheap.
The economy being crap and all, I'm sure the prices are fairly competitive.
The economy being crap and all, I'm sure the prices are fairly competitive.
Bio-Hazzzzard
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Jul 1, 2010 11:46pm
The prices are very competitive right now, however, not as cheap as doing it yourself.dlazz;408579 wrote:Even so, you could still probably get one built for you for fairly cheap.
The economy being crap and all, I'm sure the prices are fairly competitive.
sleeper
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Jul 1, 2010 11:47pm
Yeah, LJ you really should have someone else build it for you. Isn't your gf like a science nerd?
How is that going to help you?
How is that going to help you?
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:47pm
Bio-Hazzzzard;408583 wrote:The prices are very competitive right now, however, not as cheap as doing it yourself.
plus not as fun.
LJ
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Jul 1, 2010 11:48pm
sleeper;408584 wrote:Yeah, LJ you really should have someone else build it for you. Isn't your gf like a science nerd?
How is that going to help you?
my dad and grandpa have a combined like 70 years building experience, from being a framer, to a finish carpenter, to a foreman to a developer. Pretty sure we can figure it out
Bio-Hazzzzard
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Jul 1, 2010 11:52pm
My wife and I built two houses together with the help of her Dad, fun but late hoursLJ;408585 wrote:plus not as fun.
ytownfootball
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Jul 1, 2010 11:54pm
Dad and I built one @ 18 years ago, green hemlock, board and batten style, 12x16, one room, 8x16 porch. Came in a little over 5k.