Brashers Homestead

09/07/2026

Taking down the cabin framing to repurpose for other projects. A lot of work and time went into this and it’s sad to see it go unfinished but reusing the materials on other builds will help me in the long run. Maybe one day I’ll rethink another homesite build but for now let’s get these turkeys and ducks in a new coop.

09/07/2026

It’s a great day for the smoker! Ribs, corn on the cob, baked beans German chocolate cake

09/07/2026

We try to repurpose everything but when is it more work than it’s worth?

08/19/2026

We got the Big Bear running, but getting it started just showed us what we need to tackle next.

The carburetor is definitely giving us trouble, including fuel dumping out of the overflow, so that’s going to need some attention.

We’ve also got a charging problem. The battery isn’t getting the voltage we should be seeing while it’s running, which means it’s time to start digging into the charging system—and possibly the stator.

One problem solved, two more uncovered. 😂

Next up: figure out why this thing is flooding and why it isn’t charging.

The Big Bear Revival continues at Brashers Homestead.

08/19/2026

The Big Bear journey officially begins.

This old Yamaha has been sitting, and before we can find out what else it needs, we’ve got to get it to crank and run reliably.

In Part 1, I start working through the electrical system:
🔧 Troubleshooting the starter relay with a multimeter
⚡ Bridging the relay terminals to see if the engine will turn over
🔋 Installing a new battery
🔩 Chasing down a bad ground
🛠️ Running a new ground connection and seeing what happens

No fancy shop and no throwing parts at it — just working through one problem at a time and figuring out what this old Big Bear needs.

This is Part 1 of the Big Bear revival. The goal: get it running, riding, and back to work around the Brashers Homestead.

08/19/2026

08/18/2026

Todays project!

08/10/2026

Attack of the turkey!! For the house we had to move the ducks and turkeys in to the garden area. Every time I come to the garden I get attacked by one turkey. Today one decided to jump on my back and peck my back and ear. I think I know which one needs to go first.🤣😂🤣😂

08/06/2026