Thanks for all the info! Ill pin this to the top

Lots of good advice to be noted!

Actually, adding oxygen to the flame increases the amount of yellow flame as opposed to Blue. More appealing for fireplace use as opposed to grill use. That's the whole purpose of the Venturi application here..

What was the total cost for this setup??

When you made the hole through the bottom pan for the burner pipe, did you use anything to seal around that hole??

Thanks Michael, appreciate it!

Thanks man! Yeah, its a huge pain to try and film something - especially when you are like me and need to run to home depot 10 times to finish a single project lol.

Thanks!

was about to reply with the same suggestion but wanted to check if someone else noticed the same thing

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you so much, I always hate when a DIY project skips steps, and uses complicated tools that no one has. Thanks for watching.

Would you mind sharing a picture? I know I would like to see it.

@@billwesley2213 don't know how to share a pic here?

@@markgaudet3606 That's cool, come to think of it I don't either. It sounds really cool though!

@@billwesley2213 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/at6aqtuXvMXZdX0.html I forgot that I loaded a video summary

That depends on the type of blade you are using, and what else you are cutting If you are cutting aluminum followed by copper using a cheap blade, you create an explosive that will hurt you pretty bad

@@cameronb8503 When I was in the wholesale aluminum business for pool and patio enclosure product and we would precut beams (1/4" thickness) for our customers, we had a plywood blade mounted backwards to cut the aluminum. For this application, any carbide tipped blade in a mitre saw will cut through the corner aluminum stock he's using as if it were butter.

Holding up great! Still use it today.

So glad to hear!!!!!

Thats awesome, id love to hear how it goes!

So did ya do it????!

Did you build it yet?

Safety first

It has rusted a bit but not bad.

Good call. The hole I drilled in the bottom to hold the black pipe has enough clearance to drain out water. But the more holes the better!

Its all personal preference! But yeah they are more affordable now. When I was looking just a fire ring was $100 itself.

I had issues with the lighter as well. ended up being easier to toss a match or use a lighter unfortunately.

Having a propane fire pit myself, a standard 20# tank would supply a fire of that size for roughly 2-3 hours. As a little side note: I always prefer to use large natural media like large lava rocks or feather rock because if you turn your pit on low, within 15 minutes the rocks get red hot and the flame looks much bigger, brighter, and the radiant heat is much hotter than with a full flame with glass media.

Yeah most people either called me an idiot or threatened to call code enforcement for not using the correct tape lol

@@RoccosModernLifestyle those people are idiots for yelling. Pretty sure tape is useless if the system isn't under pressure.

That's crazy this Merica theres idiots everywhere you cant just call the cops on them, I mean you could but then youd be an idiot too. What is this world coming too!

A1 Trinity Construction Inc Thank you did a great job my friend love it might make one myself! Thank you sir! 😀

Burner was resting on 2 fire bricks and covered in lava rocks. 1/2 pipe

Its above ground, but under rocks

Might cause inconsistent flame due to turbulence within the hose if the mixer is further away from the ignition point

Id be careful there, as once the air mixes with the gas it becomes "more" flamable than just straight Propane.

I just noticed the regulator at the end of the video. I still would like to know the size of holes that you did please. Thanks for sharing--great job!

I used just a standard regulator off the shelf also you can see the exact on in the item list in the video description. it was rated max 80,000 BTU per hour. You can go big with a high pressure regulator if you want! The holes were just the first step in my stepper bit (I believe it was 1/8)

Thanks!

Never mind. I found your answer. Great video

1. I tightened the pipe then drilled holes slightly off center from the top of the pipe. 2. I drilled the hole just enough for the pipe to fit through and it was propped up there on a fire brick so really just gravity. Its not air tight but it lets the water drain out which works.

Thanks for your reply brother! Gonna start on mine tonight!

How come you drilled them off center and not on center. Does it help the flame?

Good Advice!

Im actually working on a video doing a check in as well as some upgrades. The #1 upgrade is going to be a high flow regulator. Also I would not have spent the time on the gas flow valve - it wasnt nearly as helpful as I expected.

Nope, the melting point of iron is so high you will never get close.

It depends on how high you have it. On cold nights we turn it to full blast, and other nights just a light. I have never used a full tank in one night. I can say, that when we entertain no one wants to be near a smoky fire so the propane has been great. Also we can start a roaring fire in 5 seconds, and just as easy put it out.

@@RoccosModernLifestyle thank you for your response. But it would last 15 days to a month on medium capacity? Here the bottles are 13kg.

Stepper bits

Most time was spent sourcing parts. Once I figured it out - I was able to do it in one afternoon.

Yeah we have refilled a couple times but we have had it running for 6+ hours at a time with no problem. One thing I didn't expect is that on a cool night (50-60) the tank discharges fast enough to freeze up the tank and regulator. I ended up floating the tank in a cooler of water to keep it from freezing.

First I would like to thank you for making this video. I have a lot of ideas, but rarely pull the trigger and make it happen. This project is very impressive and it looks like you did a fantastic job. I have 2 questions. 1) Are there any changes that you would make if you had to do it over again? 2) Approx how many hours do you get off of a full tank (6+).

If I had to do this again - I would have installed the gas regulator right at the tank rather than under the burner. The majority of my time on this project was spend trying to get the knob to mount to the side and its only slightly more convenient. Also I would just scrap the electric lighter - it can easily short itself and then doesn't tell work, where as a grill lighter works every time!

I dont have a good answer on the tank time - but we have had several nights of drinks with friends out by the fire on a single tank.

@@RoccosModernLifestyle So, have you found a solution for the tank freezing problem? It gets quit a bit cooler than 50 where I live. Haha! Nice video BTW.

The parts list as well and where you can buy them are all in the description!

Thanks!!

Thanks!!

Thanks!!

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How long does a tank of propane last you with this setup?

Potter's Work it should last 2 or 3 hours on high and 6-10 on a lower setting.

Thank you sir!

I cannot find the whole size for the burner. Anyone get that?

@@BusyRetiredGorden He stated the hole size was "just the first step on his step bit (I believe it was 1/8")". I was searching a while to get that answer too.

Yup. At 24:43 you can see a regulator attached to the tank.

Hey! So id start to break down each element and test results. Try removing air mixer and see results. Then try removing stones and see if its a lack of oxygen issue. If that does do it for you, perhaps try purchasing a high flow regulation (The type used with turkey fryers) and see if just more flow fixes it. What are you using for stones? DId you use black iron pipe or a differnt burner? Is it cold out where you are?

it burns badly with or without stones, initially I made up the burner using 15mm copper pipe but recently changed to a purpose built stainless steel burner in a pan as I thought it would help but still the same.tried taking the air mixer out but still he same. Can’t see what I have done different to a pro set up ...the regulator is a 37millibar and temp outside is 16deg Celsius. The length of run from bottle to burner is about 3 mtr

ianfantomx7 using propane right?

Yes propane,

@@ianfantomx7 hole size?

Its technically decor but looks the same as a normal fitting

@@RoccosModernLifestyle ok. Cool. I was thinking that was what you used. Just wanted to be sure before I put mine together. I'm converting an old stone wood burner.

Yes, that would have been an easier way I just didnt want the extra expense that comes with those ($30 vs $5) but I wish I would have now

@@RoccosModernLifestyle I'm trying to draw up plans for mine. I'm not sure I have it right so I'll go back thru your video. I don't want to mess up and build a fire hazard. I am trying to build an H style burner...a little different from your cross style. Hope you can advise me.

@@RoccosModernLifestyle you said you wish you'd have used a standard gas valve and key. Any particular reason? Did you run into problems with the setup you fashioned? Do the rocks make the flames spread out?

The valve became an issue as I cut the threaded rod a bit short. If i did this again i would has used flex gas tubing and a standard log lighter valve to make things easier.

I ordered from Home Depot. The link is in the description. Black Iron Pipe 5 Way Fitting: $12 - goo.gl/AqjuEa

This is not for this use. "For decorative purposes only, not to be used with any plumbing applications" Good Luck with yours. I'm hoping to find one that is made for plumbing

I wouldnt use it in a pressure application like water, but this is a no-low pressure use.

Mike Dorney this is on the non pressure side of the regulator. It wouldn't hurt a thing

It’s not as big as yours lol

Sorry Im not sure I would be able to help there!

That seems to be a reoccurring question, but not one I can answer. Ive never run out of a tank in one night

Interesting, I did see some small differences between a course thread and fine thread for any size. Perhaps its that.

@@RoccosModernLifestyle I was able to solve it by going to a local plumbing supply shop, they found a fitting that worked. The 2nd issue I have is that I'm not getting anywhere near the amount of flame that you are, maybe half? The regulator on the hose product you linked to was 80k BTU, is that what you are running?

@@joneclegg did you find the fix? Please post

Riley Eccleshall there is a standard regulator same as a propane grill.

Riley Eccleshall You can use a regulator from a old propane grill. I made my own fire pit useing the regulator, burners and the ignitor from my old grill. I bought a smoker and had no use for the propane grill. I had a full tank of propane and decided to make a fire pit. It was cheap it didnt take near the time and cost this fire pit did and it looks good too. I paid for lava rocks only and the rest was FREE people throw all kinds of good stuff away.You dont have to go through all the time and money to achieve the same thing. I dont want to take away or diminish the work he has done here on this video its fine work and it cost a fraction of what they charge at Lowe's or Home Depot. If you keep your eyes open and know what you need you can find everything you need on big trash days in your city and it will cost you nearly nothing.

Right. Shouldn't there be a flashback arrestor near the burner instead of relying on the regulator at the tank 10 feet away? Also, no pipe dope at the 5 way T?

lol