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How To Build A Water Tower Off-Grid Homestead pt 2
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@ftball0828 12 жыл бұрын
Mrs. Wranglerstar be reassured I installed and sold racking for a living a few years ago. Even the sungle stack racking is rated at 24,000+ lbs. He could store 6 full tanks that size safely. Have no fear, great videos and water tower. My wife and I look forward to all your videos. Keep them coming.
@chefdan87 8 жыл бұрын
I worked as a yard attendant and forklift driver at a local mom and pop hardware store as a teenager. We had the same structures for storing everything from pallets of salt, concrete, bricks and cinder blocks. If the same rack can support 8 full pallets of concrete this rack will laugh at the weight of that water tank when full. It could easily hold triple to quadruple that weight. If the foundation stays solid there is absolutely nothing to worry about this setup.
@MrWiggenhammer 4 жыл бұрын
That if would be my main concern. Where I live, the ground would probably give a bit. This is a gravel pit with wood on top.
@meezee894 3 жыл бұрын
who cares thats his point. he already justified any weight issues.
@ethanvarnell6190 2 жыл бұрын
I was going to say the same thing whoever was complaining about any possible hazards is completely ridiculous. I work at Home Depot and and flying multiple pallets more than 3,200lbs each and this 500gal water barrel is maybe 4,175lbs by itself I say there’s room for expansion.
@joesikkspac7904 Жыл бұрын
Water is only 8 lbs per gallon, so 2 whole tons on something that could hold ten times that. People are dumb. Especially people who don't know how things work. One of the reasons why most of us don't want to live by them.
@dracohoribilis 2 жыл бұрын
I must say... what a beautiful place, looking at the mountain far away with the snow covered top... just wow, I would want to live like that, what a luxury.
@skoolzone 2 күн бұрын
It’s all about life choices. Lotta sacrifices to get there. Moved away from the city worked in the woods stocked away money no clubbing no chasing ladies good woman in your life. Recipe for success.
@dracohoribilis 2 күн бұрын
@@skoolzone Hmm I lived my life like yet not the same outcome.
@jackd3512 7 жыл бұрын
What a stunning place to live. You must smile every time you walk out your door.
@mgwatts2010 11 жыл бұрын
She has nothing to worry about. We used the Racks in our warehouse and supported computer systems which way much more. They are very sturdy. I really like your setup.
@MidwestOptimist 11 жыл бұрын
The people who usually comment are the ones who only find fault. Or the ones who totally agree. I enjoyed whole heartedly the intro to this video. Thank you so much for sharing your life experiences so that others can live a more fruitful life. I hate to say that KZfaq is the key to our economy getting better, but it is debatable. Excellent video!
@bugdozer314 12 жыл бұрын
Great job Cody on the rant, and let Mrs. W be reassured. If you want to really mess with folks simply refer to it as "pallet racking with a tuned-mass damper". Thanks for another excellent and unashamed video.
@TheYogi1707 7 жыл бұрын
Cody , All i can say is well done mate, I have worked the land years ago and wish i would have known of the benefits of the Ram pump, Thank you for a very informative video, PS: never worry about the trolls here who know every bloody thing but know nothing, You do your way mate, looks flamin awesome to me . Cheers.
@lordrussell666 10 жыл бұрын
he's a fireman he knows what he is doing I agree with all he's doing for his house and family :3 great work man
@dpgreen11 Жыл бұрын
I love it, great time spent and every penny worth it.
@markenna5955 7 жыл бұрын
That Water Tower is Great, It's not the way I would do it, but is constructed exactly the way it should be.Very safe.I admire your talent.
@CinemaSasquatch 12 жыл бұрын
Well done Cody... This is awesome and I see that you did take care of the one issue that concerned you. You moved the front cross member up so that Mrs. Wranglerstar does not smack her head when she is working the compost boxes.
@johnnschroeder7424 7 жыл бұрын
'Safety Sally's' are all to often found in the can't do so they try to instruct group as experts(?) You have a good design, set well and solid, so don't let the armchair experts distract you. Love this video series, enjoy the way you solve the problems, well done. You have some usable water as you need it, and the fire rig refill is awesome. Keep it up.
@timsimpson4396 9 жыл бұрын
Rosanne Barr break dancing! I love it. Great Rant, really needed!!!
@mgwatts2010 11 жыл бұрын
She has nothing to worry about. We used the Racks in our warehouse and supported computer systems which way much more. They are very sturdy. I really like your setup. Thanks for all your videos.
@fireballmalone1 10 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAHAHAHA, Rosanne Barr breakdancing!! AWESOME! Well, I think you did an amazing job sir. Looks like a military grade built structure. I would sleep underneath that in a hammock. Keep up the great work Wranglerstars!
@martinadejaquiz2482 8 жыл бұрын
I like it. I don't know who couldn't like it. plus, I like that it's off grid and something like this is coming here on our place, too. so, thanks! martina
@ZR195M 7 жыл бұрын
I love your rant on the stability of the tower. Ive been working around that same racking system in various warehouse jobs and the weight they are made to take is truly amazing. Ive used racks to store pallets on top level that weight over 4000lbs and that's just one shelve lol. Awesome build!!!
@TheMrmonkeynuts 8 жыл бұрын
Sir, you rock. Well built. The shelving in Home Depot, supporting concrete & lumber, is not as heavy duty. Your building supplying lateral stability is fine. Your spot on so rock on. God bless all you do. Other than living near a valcano, I would love to live your lifestyle
@jimbo57109 10 жыл бұрын
your building is safe looks well built mate they dont know what they are talking about i have watched all your projects and as a wood and metal worker superb
@joezbackwith2gatz 12 жыл бұрын
Great job man. Sadly some people just have to hate on others to feel better as a person. The frame work of that tower could hold four of those tanks with no problem. You just keep doing what you do. Thanks for all the info. It's like I always say. Let's all learn from each other. Joe Tactical
@vulcangunner58 12 жыл бұрын
Well said intro Cody, too many want to lend their "expertise" (mostly with good-intent) when it's not needed. Judging from your other projects you've shared with KZfaq viewers, you work both safely and responsibly. And you think things through, first. Having worked around those pallet racks for years, I can attest to their strength. I think you've built a clever, and economical alternative to a "stick-built" tower. Nice work.
@loriwyoming835 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!! Your simple explanation finally helped me convince my husband on doing this.
@mikehuffaker3593 Жыл бұрын
What a brilliant set up
@chayes1069 12 жыл бұрын
Great video Cody. Completely agree with you on the rant. I've installed racks like those several times in warehouses and they will hold way more than the 8-9K lbs you're putting on it. Every time I watch your videos I just can't get over that view you have. Just awesome! Keep'em coming.
@symcardnel1741 Жыл бұрын
Loved your rant. Stupid has to be called out 24/7/365. The property location looks stunning!!!
@MrDieselOnly 12 жыл бұрын
I just went over and read comments that the Sally's left on the original video. My head hurts from trying to read them; they really need to remain quiet. Great work, Cody! Thank you for sharing.
@jayrowberry1530 8 жыл бұрын
I can't believe people would think that a tank that small couldn't be safely supported by a pallet rack. People obviously do not understand physics and/or have common sense. Keep on rocking it!
@edward20m 12 жыл бұрын
If some people are so scared of the pallet rack falling on them tell them not to go to those big bulk store one of the one in there might fall on them. Nice project, love the video
@5acresoffgrid590 8 жыл бұрын
Very nice sir, thank you for taking the time to show us how you did the water tower. Now you could hook up a reverse osmosis system to it and have excellent drinking water from it to.
@xXTECHxKNIGHTXx 10 жыл бұрын
YOU TELL EM, I worked in warehouse using similar racking that was intended to hold MUCH more weight then that water tank. Cool set up by the way, your videos give me a lot of ideas for my own place. Keep up the good work!
@bobcat9314 6 жыл бұрын
Wranglerstar you have got to be one of the most inventive guy I watch..thanks for all the good tips
@masterplan1542 8 жыл бұрын
Mr and Mrs w don't listen to some negative feeds that you have. you are good people keep the videos coming :) :)
@pr4runner 12 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I can just imagine the conversation at the dinner table about the safety sallies. If they were were around earlier in this country, we would not have such a great country. Cody, I love your channel so much and the your willingness to allow us to see your thinking, ingenuity and values.
@copperhead3434 9 жыл бұрын
Roseanne Bar break dancing, the funniest thing I've heard you say. Great job keep it up. I love your take on life.
@poedog58 12 жыл бұрын
dont ya just love all the structural engineers and how they worry---you did a great job --dont worry at all---and your wife , what a trooper to help you boost that tank to the top--you two are a great team--
@geoduncan8243 11 жыл бұрын
In the past I owned & used the engineered shelving that you have built your tower from. It's perfectly safe for the load that you've placed on it. People these days are almost incapable of changing a light bulb without full msafety gear & 2 people to hold the ladder. I'm off-grid in the Alberta badlands near Drumheller & built my tower from treated 4x4's , it serves as both outdoor shower as well as watering the garden & trees. I love being off-grid & self-reliant lifestyle. All the best.
@BenHuttash 9 жыл бұрын
That view is wonderful. Oh and the water tower is great to.
@danielroglich3309 4 жыл бұрын
Lol safety Sallys . Love it . Great video brother.
@capitalismisdivisionofevil8322 11 ай бұрын
looks like a very solid and safe build to me 😊
@1975perezpablo 7 жыл бұрын
I love your water tower. good job.
@wranglerstar 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pablo.
@Ryan-wz4un 7 жыл бұрын
Wranglerstar I hate safety Sally's
@robgerald123 7 жыл бұрын
Pablo Pérez ,,,
@buddyphelps9692 8 жыл бұрын
cool water tower, looks pretty safe to me, and i have built a lot of things in my life, yours should last a long time, god bless.
@michaelacres501 4 жыл бұрын
That is a gorgeous view!!!
@noampitlik2332 2 жыл бұрын
Ah, the energy to dispell the critiques of all the doubting Thomases on youtube. More power to you.
@edwardhaugstatter3473 7 жыл бұрын
Great video. Did similar project with two 55 gal drums on my place with rain water. Thanks
@evilmindedsquirrel 12 жыл бұрын
I worked in a warehouse and I am almost finished with my degree in construction engineering. I have seen this exact shelf system in action, and know enough about structural supports that i can tell you: This support structure WILL hold. Don't worry Ms.W.
@reddragon1067 12 жыл бұрын
that is amazing you did a great job, don't let anyone tell you different...
@treyyoung606 9 жыл бұрын
Awesome job!! I guess most of the people who are negative have never been in a warehouse and seen the loads that scaffolding is designed to hold.
@altawebsa3414 8 жыл бұрын
I used to work in a warehouse and have seen racking identical to this being bumped into by forklift trucks, they are very solid! Even with a buckled leg or two they can still hold a lot of weight.
@gotwificowboy 9 жыл бұрын
This is great ! Your way over built the frame, and nice job in hooking it to house giving it more stability. Pallet frames can hold thousands of pounds each!
@83MASADA 10 жыл бұрын
MOUNT RAINIER!!!!!!!!! YESSSSSS, I GOT IT!!!!!! I KNEW THAT LOOK VERY FAMILIAR!!!!! WE ALWAYS TRAVEL ACROSS SEATTLE BUT NEVER UP THE MOUNTAIN.
@MrJeffdahmer 10 жыл бұрын
wrong mt adam
@nimobahamas2908 8 жыл бұрын
I did something like you have there many years ago and I think you did a great JOB kep up the good work
@Hermanvogel 11 жыл бұрын
You did a great job. I owned a welding company and built hundreds of building and what you did is more then enough. I am thinking of putting up a Catch Basin tank for rain water off of our 30x60 barn,,which I should be over 900- 1000 gals from a ONE inch rainfall. I was thinking of cementing 2" pipe in the ground 4 ft deep and weld 4" channel on top,,but I think I like your idea better...looks sound and well designed. Love your view too,,here in south Texas we don't have that,,,,Jealous...;)
@coondogprepper 12 жыл бұрын
Great Project! Thanks for all the videos!!!
@31415926rat 10 жыл бұрын
The shelf system you have for the tower is rated to hold a lot more weight then you have on it. You are correct, there is minimum danger of collapse. It is the same rack system we use in manufacturing shops and load them with a lot more weight. With that said, the feet of the rack have holes in them that were intended to have anchor bolts locked in a concrete floor. But I see no problem with your set up. I would use it.
@victormcox 3 жыл бұрын
That Mount Shasta in the background? God's beauty to behold!
@awsdawson1958 7 жыл бұрын
Great water tower, thanks for sharing
@ellmiller2013 12 жыл бұрын
I love the vid, you really motivate me. I have just finished my rain catch with a 300 gallon tank. Having my own water tank on that level would really put me ahead of the game. Thx.
@Edge1775 8 жыл бұрын
nice job. great use of a ram pump
@michaelmccrindle1033 4 жыл бұрын
1 small comment I loved the safety sally rant! Your right that beast is NOT going anywhere! Mrs Wranglerstar that set up is great it is well designed and well thought out. Those racks are designed to hold alot more then 2 tons. As to my 1 small suggestion. people talk about algae. add some snails ( aquarium snails. ) Here they are called "mystery snails" they will help keep the inside of the tank cleanish.
@herockhernandez2794 6 жыл бұрын
I am an mechanical engineer that worked and works with ships, structures, oil rigs, vessel pipe systems and all kind of things that a ship/structure/pipe/vessel fitter and welder build and you structure is way over rated it... Great job you can put a second tank easily. That just the platform it can support more than 5000 pounds. I am watching your videos since the beginning...
@ClintChance 7 жыл бұрын
The way he was talking i was expecting that tank to be 50 times that size... that small tank has no problem on that rack... May want to strap it down some more for more wind resiliency but that tank is perfectly fine!
@pauldickinson6612 4 жыл бұрын
That’s a nice view!!! From Auburn, Alabama.
@poundcake12 12 жыл бұрын
Awesome system, I never would have thought of this myself. Now I'm off to find info for water ram pump systems and maybe be able to do something like this for MY family. Thanks for the info Mr. Wranglerstar.
@yankey4 12 жыл бұрын
Sir your a smart man. You know its safe the smart peeps who looked at it know its safe. So who cares. Nice work brother plz keep up the good work. God Bless brother.
@richardwalters1803 7 жыл бұрын
Great, having been a fireman, your on the ball is so many ways
@oliverhughes3566 7 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for sharing theprogress, and telling the Safety Sallies where to file their complaints. I would like to suggest switching to an all-drip, or all 'mist' system in those boxes. As you can see in the video, the spinnerheads are watering the sides of the boxes. They are meant for a larger circumference , with 'head-to-head' coverage. All the best, and keep up the great work. We are all learning a lot!
@9311mwp 12 жыл бұрын
Hi there Mr Wranglerstar. First I would like to say, you have a great channel. It is the only KZfaq channel I watch consistently. Very inspiring. On the rack issue. I work in a grocery warehouse with this exact racking. We stack 2500# salt pallets in that rack, 3 bays high, not including the floor bay, without a problem. Ours are only single tube legs. I have seen them come down but it took a forklift running into a leg of a full rack. I dont think you have anything to worry about.
@tomray4139 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent budget water tower. Looks like it would support a second tank as well.
@matt4270 9 жыл бұрын
You're out of line Cody. NO rack or building of any type could support the weight of Roseann Barr break dancing......., that is an awful lot to ask!
@johnmagus6341 7 жыл бұрын
Gold.
@mrprimenumbers6448 6 жыл бұрын
matt4270 lol
@jderekwilliams 5 жыл бұрын
LOL
@NewUser-nm7zd 4 жыл бұрын
dont talk about my lady like that.. i dreamed about making sweet love to her since i was a kid.. id love her to sit on my face and eat her sweet come as it oooozes out of her
@ObadiahGreen-eh5cm 3 жыл бұрын
Yah Roseann Barr. A baby elephant sure, but Roseann Bar no way. : ) : )
@edwardhovitz1753 4 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate you taking the time to go through this. Awesome.
@wranglerstar 4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@EternaLivesMatter 9 жыл бұрын
This is awesome ...GOD bless you!
@grimmwolf79 12 жыл бұрын
hello my friend i have been building stuff all my life i am a engenieer what you have there is very safe what you have there will do what you want it to do it will give you a lifetime of use have fun and stay safe you are a fine craftman keep up the good work what i have seen from your videos that frame is strudy . have a nice day my friend
@TheHomesteaderToday 11 жыл бұрын
GREAT IDEA!!! i"m going to build one on my place! and YES! it will support the weight and it IS safe!! thanks for the videos!
@52jhoover 9 жыл бұрын
love your chanel and videos keep them coming and God bless you and your family.
@richardpayne9640 2 жыл бұрын
I think it is a great idea I have thought of the same thing posts are so expensive thank you for sharing
@Ukepa Жыл бұрын
good homestead video... I'm intrigued by water towers for energy storage and water (obviously)
@lazguevara151 Жыл бұрын
Damn 10 years ahead of me thanks for the share
@jasonmcmillan6598 9 жыл бұрын
Great project. I am a Fire Apparatus Engineer- to get the max flow out of you system - I would take out all 45 elbow and replace one with two 22.5 with a 4 inch straight piece. You have good pressure but sharp angle will slow flow when using a gravity only system. The system you have now will cover your current need but you did state you will expand. I know this is unsolicited advice- sorry Keep up the good work.
@hollickrichard 9 жыл бұрын
+jason mcmillan makes sense to me Jason, good advice and I thought it deserved a reply....x
@warrenmichael918 8 жыл бұрын
+jason mcmillan you mean replace 90 elbows with 45 degree i think right ? I dont see any 45 degree fittings , just 90s unless i am not looking at the same thing you are
@jasonmcmillan6598 8 жыл бұрын
+warren michael oopppssss yes. I stand corrected- take out the 90's and make shallow turns 22.5's
@djscrizzle 7 жыл бұрын
A sweeping bend is far superior, you've got the right idea.
@MrJKCampione 12 жыл бұрын
With you 100% on the racking. I worked in a warehouse for 4 years while I was in undergrad. Those are the heavy duty racks, as you pointed out the uprights are doubled. Just for your information, those will hold 27,000 pounds. You could place 4 of your 500 gallon tanks on them and still be OK. And just because they are rated for 27,000lbs does not mean they wont hold more. Some racks held pallets of steel stock, 40,000lbs total, for all 4 years I was there without incident.
@melmccoy7220 7 жыл бұрын
I like your set up, I would put another one beside it and strap them together and double your supply that rack is very strong we use them at our warehouse.
@PhillipMichaelGooch 11 жыл бұрын
All that hard work and pays off too look at that wonderful view.
@MrGraygrizz 12 жыл бұрын
Very nice set up Cody!
@jamesk9101 7 жыл бұрын
I think your ram pump is a great idea, not that many moving parts just one one-way globe valve and one gate valve much easier to identify problems with over a solar/wind driven pump. Your water tank and platform looks good to me, I would have done it identical to that.
@napalm390 9 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't put Rosanne up there, it would contaminate your water supply beyond all use.
@Lasher638 7 жыл бұрын
Roseanne Barr break dancing... LOL! I'm glad you spoke about the protectionists and their stifling attitudes. It was refreshing!
@carlosayala6754 4 жыл бұрын
You background it’s beautiful, looks like heaven.
@wyattoneable 12 жыл бұрын
Great job and another great video. Very informative, thanks.
@r.becerra3182 6 жыл бұрын
Cool. Rosanne Comment was funny. Funny how you decided to use her.
@philipalexander2196 10 жыл бұрын
Glad to see a young man, with his shit together, and his brain working.
@PhoenixCustomPrimiti 9 жыл бұрын
Very nice set up. Looking forward to updates on the tower when you find a second 500 gallon tank.
@billythebrainsoftain 11 жыл бұрын
I work in a book depository warehouse. Our racks are very similar, but they are very old and don't look as sturdy and reinforced as yours. A pallet of books can with 1.5-2 tons depending. The racks are fully capable of holding 8 full pallets each with 2 more on the ground. Before you mentioned it, I was going to recommend tying it in to the house/shed to prevent wobble. You did a great job. Thx for the vids!
@surlistyc 10 жыл бұрын
I'm so envious of the land you live on! Such a refreshing view!
@jerrylongwell3414 2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s hilarious when all the sudden half of the population becomes a structure engineer. To me it looks similar but beefier than a scaffold.
@wranglerstar 12 жыл бұрын
the manufacture stated the load rating for this rack is 27,000 lbs so i'm good
@ethanbos08 4 жыл бұрын
Actually doubled up like that it should be even more that's way more then over built
@its_me_dave 3 жыл бұрын
Has it fallen on anyone’s head in 8 years? 🤪
@StonemanRocks 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work wranglerstar! We have a similar system but it runs off a windmill!
@rvliving7 12 жыл бұрын
Tell the Safety Sally's to go into Home Depot and look at the free standing racks that are not double legs holding up floor tile and and other heavy supplies. You did a great Job.
@EricTheReb 12 жыл бұрын
From a structural steel designer's point of view, your on the right track. Those pallet stands are tough, and should be more than enough for your needs. In fact, you could put another 500 gallon tank on that platform without an issue. Only thing I would have done differently is sink the legs into the ground about 2 feet and filled with concrete. That would be overkill, but that stand would not move unless a bomb fell on it. Your work is an inspiration brother.
@snowballis2cute 12 жыл бұрын
Nice Work! Please keep in mind if the Wright Brothers listened to the Dafety Sallies, well we would all be Grounded,
@tonymatthews445 Жыл бұрын
I'm obviously very late to this party, but that pallet racking looks to me like its designed to hold between 12 to 18 ton. Waaaaay more than a couple of water tanks.
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