$25 DIY Sprinkler Sled

[@DIYReid]

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[@jaimemorelos454]

I made a similar gadget back in the 80's and is 2019 September first to be exact ,and I'm still using it, there were no computers then like now , so I couldn't tell the world , now a days you built something 2 minutes later a person in Argentina can see it ! thank you for posting it , it really works , thank you .

[@blackrifle3932]

Here it is 2022 and I would LOVE to go back to the ‘80’s. Much simpler times back then.

[@DIYReid]

Haha

[@MOLHAMSTAR]

I'm from Syria and reading your amazing comment ❤

[@justplanefred]

Now that you did that you know how the professionals do it and you can build your own system and sink it in the ground.

[@GeoffreyHowells]

And add a sprinkler pump to boost psi. These landscapers are having too much fun.

[@jay5ive183]

Thanks for the video! I have a 75 year old oak tree in my yard that makes burying lines nearly impossible. Really appreciate the informative video and giving the ones who are really looking realistic alternatives. Keep up the good work!

[@DIYReid]

Thank you for watching.

[@bleepobloop7948]

I just built one for my mother, she waters her plants by hand, so thank you for showing me how it’s done! Works perfectly!

[@DIYReid]

Sweet!!! Glad it helped you out.

[@shion_lwn]

Fantastic idea! I'm getting a headache with defective hoses and having to search for hoses for multiple sprinkler heads. I cannot install sprinkler system under ground. I'm very glad to have found your video. it is very helpful and I will try next season!!!

[@timothyw7291]

I followed your project and I have my front yard installed underground. Going to work on my backyard this weekend. I put a timer on my faucet so they can come on automatically

[@DIYReid]

Awesome. Glad I could help

[@bernicemonroe7593]

How did you put a timer on your faucet???I dont see myself pulling this throughout the day

[@DIYReid]

These.

[@DIYReid]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKjVapqNlMefjbc

[@timothyw7291]

Just like DIY Reid mentioned, just attached it to your outdoor faucet. I used a female to PVC connector to attach from the timer to the PVC pipe. The timer I have works for two zones

[@scottfreemanfamily]

I use this great method and modified it to use 2x5' 1/2 pvc and a 3/4 Tee in center connected to 2ft 3/4 pvc with hose connector. The ends of the 1/2 pvc have 45% with correct threading for rainbird valves on both ends. This method made equal pressure to each valve. Needed to purchase 3/4 to 1/2 reducers for Tee. Cost about $15 at Lowes.

[@burg5556]

Always give the pipe a small twist after applying glue and primer to ensure a good seal

[@DIYReid]

Small twist never hurts.

[@dlcolegrove6112]

We used your video to make some for our Anchorage Alaska yard. Great option for cold climates and very cost effective. Thank you!

[@DIYReid]

You’re welcome

[@Razorusskie]

Hey I have a yard like this so I built one of these sleds over the weekend. It works like a dream! Thanks so much for sharing this clever idea!

[@DIYReid]

You’re welcome.

[@风都树影]

This is simply brilliant! Saved me a ton of headaches.

[@DIYReid]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@phtorres45]

What do you think about adding a union to break it down and store it in the garage?

[@DavesRepairService]

You could a pressure regulator to the end by the connection.. giving you more pressure for about 2 more heads.. Great idea by the way 👏

[@dcr1978a]

Some have commented about moving this or storing it. One idea might be to use pvc “union” connections on the longer pipes. Not that much more and allows option to expand if necessary, or take apart to store easily.

[@DIYReid]

Good idea!

[@bradygaming5034]

Thank you so much for this idea I'll be making this after work hopefully!! The sides of my house are a pain to water because it's long and 10ft wide

[@DIYReid]

You’re welcome. Glad I could help.

[@bradygaming5034]

I've been at lowes now 1hr there's some things they don't have lol trying to make things fit

[@bradygaming5034]

​@@DIYReidthe threaded tee

[@DIYReid]

What don’t they have

[@bradygaming5034]

3/4 in with 1/2in npt threaded

[@archermark29]

Thanks for the plans, I made one using the HE VAN nozzles, these give a heavier spray with less misting. I only did 1' per side on the crossbar, which is more than enough for my needs. Thanks again DIY Reid

[@trc460]

That’s awesome! Might return stuff I bought today for watering & build this instead!

[@grillbuster1519]

I wonder if building, moving, and storing this thing is easier than just moving the sprinkler around manually.

[@cheefussmith9380]

It is, yes

[@DIYReid]

Moving sprinkler is too big for this area for me.

[@clay1671]

Great idea I'm doing this tomorrow we are in Arizona and until the monsoons come I've got to get all the water I can on our grass

[@siyunchinn3904]

that's very smart, thanks for sharing. I have an irregular shaped lawn and I have to move the sprinkler often to cover all lawn, it's annoying.

[@DIYReid]

You have to get creative sometimes.

[@colemanrhodes2006]

Thanks, this helped me to make a list of items to get at Home Depot for my little project. The how to instruction was very helpful.

[@glubboy08]

This video helped so much! Finally a video that shows how it’s all connected

[@DIYReid]

Glad it helped.

[@ironsoul80]

Use sch 80 pvc (the gray one) it is rated for UV it will last longer than the white pvc degrades in sunlight also, the H shape is the most efficient shape hydraulically so nextime use 3/4" the fittings cost the same and the cost difference for the pipe is nominal

[@lostinmyspace4910]

That is really clever. Couldn't figure out why it was called a sled until the end of the video. THUMBS UP!

[@Neruodiv87]

This just gave me an excellent idea for my veggie garden!!!

[@DIYReid]

Nice!!!

[@littlemissy8356]

Just for information, there is now a one step glue for pvc. The primer is added in. I used it for the first time. Getting rid of the blue primer that was so toxic smelling was really a good thing. Plus you don't see the blue all over the pvc, or take the chance on forgetting to put on the second step.

[@DIYReid]

Nice! Good to know!

[@1982MCI]

Little Missy but it does not work well under pressure situations and pipes could blow apart. I believe your only sposed to use that on waste lines that are not under any pressure. Building inspectors also look for that blue/purple line to be sure the plumber did use the primer other wise you may have to tear it out and do over if it’s a project that’s getting inspected

[@captainadams7569]

@@1982MCI That is only true of pipes that are under constant pressure. Building inspectors aren't going to inspect a diy above ground irrigation system.

[@City559]

great video! will be doing this tomorrow for a side yard i have very similar to yours.

[@DIYReid]

Sweet. Can’t wait to hear about it!

[@Samlol23_drrich]

Just what I was looking for. Thanks for the video!

[@JJ-rf7dg]

Thanks for sharing. I'm gonna try it. I have irrigation system and regret it because high maintenance.

[@michaelpaulmcdaniel8870]

Good Sir, so many different ways ~ safer to cut and work with pvc. The speed square and dry fit was very good! Thank you/

[@DIYReid]

Sometimes you use what you have 🤷‍♂️

[@PearlLover]

Where do you put that fine looking lawn decor when not in use?

[@DIYReid]

Along the side of my garage on hooks.

[@darrent2478]

Thanks for posting the details on the connectors and thanks for making this video. Huge thumbs up. You may have saved me from heading in a whole different direction that would have been a failure and cost my big $$$.

[@bkzeestar]

Creative...problem solver. I'm on it!

[@urbansolis]

I followed your instructions but then I said, hell might as well put them in ground. Then I said hell, I should add an automatic sprinkler valve. Which I did, then I said hell I should by a sprinkler timer, which I did. So I installed sprinklers thanks to you sir.

[@DIYReid]

Lol. Well you’re welcome, I think?

[@Ms.Byrd68]

Your side yard looks like both sides of my house (it was like looking at my house in fact, lol!) Great idea, I'm gonna try it too.

[@bobdevlin1934]

I just made this! It works great! Thank you, thank you!! Love it!

[@DIYReid]

Sweet!

[@trippie7956]

Different prices in 2022 lol I just bought a house and needed an easy sprinkler fix and this did the trick. I wish it only cost $25 lol Now total I spent about $70 on the sled.

[@DIYReid]

What was the most expensive part?

[@davidruiz5383]

Great video, did you place a water regulator between the water hose and pvc. Thanks

[@DIYReid]

No

[@glubboy08]

Im planning on doing this then burying underground! Any idea how I could winterize?

[@DIYReid]

Just use an air compressor to blow out the lines.

[@royalmexa1007]

So cool and not crazy difficult to do it! Thanks

[@darrenanthony8473]

Thanks for sharing For this what is the primer for?

[@DIYReid]

Primer primes the PVC for PVC cement.

[@cartmakers2575]

Nice idea. FYI, no need for Teflon tape at sprinkler fittings, so what if it leaks a little?

[@ealexander8712]

Can you add more sprinklers to it? like maybe 3

[@DIYReid]

Yup. You can add as many as your water flow can handle.

[@ealexander8712]

Thanx, saw this around where I live, been looking for simple step by step instructions. 👍👍

[@patelkrunal311]

This is FANTASTIC. Question - how many of tehse do you think I can put on a single system? Given the pressure we all generally have on the line?

[@DIYReid]

I maxed out at two. It really matters what type of flow/pressure you have.

[@patelkrunal311]

Thank you!@@DIYReid.

[@DIYReid]

No problem.

[@patriciabeckman8573]

Exactly what I need!! Thank you for sharing this.

[@paulortiz1639]

Wat web site is there to put sprinklers

[@DIYReid]

What is your question?

[@brianpinedo6468]

I used 1/2” pvc instead of 3/4… does that restrict the water flow?

[@DIYReid]

3/4 increases volume but if you don’t have enough flow it won’t improve it. 3/4 is just more expensive.

[@OscarRivera-tz4be]

How did you connect the PVC pipe to the water hose???

[@DIYReid]

The one in the video I got the wrong connector (male) I have changed it to female for hoses.

[@Z06LILJ]

Hi. Thanks for this diy. I followed your instructions to the letter. But I'm having trouble connecting my water house to the 3/4 female water hose adapter. It's barely threaded on to the point that its leaking water. I noticed at the end of the video you have your main hose and a different hose attached to it. Please help.

[@dankoval4818]

There is an adapter that threads onto the pvc male adapter and is hose thread to screw onto the hose

[@davidruiz5383]

How far does each sprinkle reaches. Thanks

[@DIYReid]

On my setup 10ft

[@paratrooper19011b]

How did you know how much pressure would allow you to use only 2? How were you able to tell how much pressure you have coming off the spigot? Would using a smaller pvc pipe help increase the pressure?

[@DIYReid]

You’re dealing with pressure and flow. Smaller pipe may up pressure but reduces flow. You usually go off of flow Gallons Per Minute.Each head has a GPM flow rating that you can adjust. So if you want two heads and you have 6GPM you’ll want 3GPM or less for each head.

[@ericlewandowskivlogs]

great idea. going to build a couple of these.

[@DIYReid]

Sweet. Let us know how it goes.

[@straw242_]

How far apart are the sprinkler heads from each other?

[@DIYReid]

I did 10’ because they sprayed 10’ out.

[@jayb7675]

I have 200ft of fence line that I want to plant bushes. I need temporary irrigation for the first year. How do you know if the water hose pressure will be enough to pressurize all the heads for 200ft? Is there a formula to calculate?

[@DIYReid]

Each sprinkler head has a GPM rating it requires. You can calculate GPM out of your water hose and then see how many heads you can have.

[@MTB_Bay_Area]

Hi, you used speed square on the driveway and the driveway is is not leveled on the 10 feet length. any angle you had on the driveway was transferred to the sprinkler.

[@DIYReid]

It was used as a quick reference. We aren’t splitting hairs here.

[@JustinRangelHD]

Is a back flow preventer required or recommend for a set up like this ? I only ask because I’ve watched several KZbin videos on homemade sprinkler systems and when you go to the comment’s everyone bashes most videos because most don’t add one in.

[@DIYReid]

Your normal outside faucet has a back flow peeve for built in.

[@NETWizzJbirk]

Looks great. Now turn off your water meter and dig the PVC on it’s outlet and glue in a T. Then glue in some PVC and a valve. In two hours shit the valve and turn the water back on. Flush at hose bib for a few minutes. Now add a sprinkler box and a backflow assembly. At some point reduce to 3/4 and run to another sprinkler box. Use the RainBird DV100 valves because they are cheap and very reliable. From there burry some 3/4” PVC from each DV100 to the start of each zone. Glue on 3/4” to 1/2” threaded caps. Then screw in funny pipe and run it full length putting a sprinkler at the end with an L. Next cut and add Funny pipe T connectors and a laborer piece of funny pipe... more L’s and heads. If you can run only three heads, just make a lot of small zones. Install and program your timer. Burry everything.

[@captainadams7569]

SHUT UP!!!. This Vid is for ppl who are looking for a quick, inexpensive irrigation system.

[@ericmuller3339]

Netwizz Can u repeat that?

[@geraldinekgreene8655]

Can I use a thinner PVC pipe if I have a small yard?

[@DIYReid]

I’d recommend at least 1/2” for flow. You can dial back the sprinkler heads

[@geraldinekgreene8655]

@@DIYReid Awesome. I am going to give it a try this week.

[@DIYReid]

Sounds good. Just remember if you mess up it’s ok 👍🏻

[@holylandfan3275]

I was wondering if you'd get more pressure, if there was a way to block off the water going into the "T" you made for balance. That is a lot of water just sitting in the pipe. Looks good, though.

[@DIYReid]

Wouldn’t matter. I need more flow.

[@holylandfan3275]

@@DIYReid Got ya.

[@RockingRDranch]

Which store did you find the npt fittings for the sprinkler heads been to HD &Menards so far no luck headed to Lowe's next

[@DIYReid]

Lowe’s and HD both have them. They are in the inground sprinkler section.

[@sad_vegan507]

I just made this can I send you a video? I’m very proud of myself. And thank you so much for showing everyone how to do this! I’m a first time homeowner I live alone I have to figure things out myself via trial and error but this video saved me from having to just “figure it out” thank you friend

[@DIYReid]

Sure. My email is in the description of the video.

[@seangarcia2171]

GREAT VID, going to build my aunt 1.

[@DIYReid]

Nice!

[@DanielRodriguez-m8s]

Did you make the hose extension yourself or did you buy the hose like that? I’m trying to figure out which way to go. I purchased a kink free hose adapter but metal won’t go into the plastic thread. Forgive me of my lack of knowledge on this, but I’m not a pro. Lol

[@DIYReid]

I made it because I realized I’m the video I did a make fitting for a hose instead of female.

[@sarahteagarden9409]

Two each of all the components?

[@xrxteck]

What size is the little piece before the 1st sprinkler and the T ? 👍🏼

[@ronk3031]

What I do is buy 2 cheap whirlybird type sprinklers for their BASES...I take off the spinning thing and thread the irrigation head on this base then I just use hose with quick connectors (I get the irrigation head that sprays a rectangle spray for long strips of boulavard) Same idea though..the irrigation heads are the best to get good volume down quickly!

[@jdthejay6318]

Thanks for the making a video looks easy to do, you did a good job😁👋

[@DIYReid]

I do recommend doing maybe 1' on each side at most for the crossbar at the top. 2' on each side is a bit much and 1' is still stable.

[@danburch9989]

I built mine about 3 years ago. 1' is plenty on each side. Easier to store when not in use.

[@BengLang84]

May I know what primer and glue did you use for this set-up? Thanks you! 😊

[@1982MCI]

Alvin Enobio pvc glue and primer from any Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart , or hardware store.

[@BengLang84]

@@1982MCI Thanks for the reply 😊

[@Savsal12]

DIY Reid what state is that?

[@zachcarder8681]

It doesn't matter that much but you used cpvc glue (orange glue) you should have used PVC glue (clear or blue glue) the blue is preferable to the clear.

[@DIYReid]

Good to know. Either way it works. 👍🏻

[@joserms3]

Sir what did you do or how did you hook the 3/4 hose fitting and make it work with the hose. I tried mine and the treading is a bit different. It doesn’t treads on it . I see that you have a small piece of different pipe in the hook up to the sled.

[@DIYReid]

On the video I had a male end, I ended up changing it out for the female end that hooks up to the hose. - amzn.to/394xPsf

[@joyceknepper366]

Good idea. Where will you store this when not in use?

[@DIYReid]

I used to store it on my wall in the garage but I now leave it under my deck outside.

[@mapachetruco]

which kind of sprinkler do you like?

[@DIYReid]

Depends on what you’re talking about. In ground or above.

[@craftman5632]

He's using rainbird sprinklers, but I like Toro better.

[@thelordschurchfarmandranch6694]

are these sprinkler heads 5 doIIars. Can you get a discount for buying in bulk. I am wondering if they wiII function upside down because they are weighted. Won't they stay engaged

[@DIYReid]

They work off water pressure. When the water pressure stops pushing on the nozzle they will go back in because of a return spring.

[@thelordschurchfarmandranch6694]

@@DIYReid thanks, I now understand the mechanism a IittIe better. is the a smaIIer sprinkler head you might recommend for this purpose

[@shamshuddinvirani4541]

Awesome project. Btw- I did not see link for that grey extender ?? Please provide

[@thisoldnew4544]

8:10 “of course it’s raining now” lol!

[@DIYReid]

Always. Or loud neighbors out of nowhere when I’m trying to film.

[@rxlo1062]

Works great, good job 👍

[@DIYReid]

Thanks for watching.

[@jimbo5635]

Why not a traveling sprinkler?

[@Mrshy712]

They are very good because there are pop up and and the water get up and very strong I like it I love watching your videos and I like your Rain Bird impact

[@DIYReid]

Thank you for watching and the support!

[@GeoffreyHowells]

Great share man... Looking for a great way to perform a little DIY at home. And this is firing-off some great ideas. :)

[@sabriath]

Now just slap an inline water wheel, with a gear-down ratio into small spiked wheels and let the sled "walk" itself across the length of that patch.....then you don't have to pull on it every few minutes.

[@colemanrhodes2006]

Great Idea !

[@Lawless187indika]

Thats some fancy wording you used there buddy. Can you break it down for me any?

[@sabriath]

@@Lawless187indika Yeah, sure, google "moving water sprinkler"...that's the concept. The water flows over a waterwheel to turn pressure into mechanical energy, you then gear that down so that you "walk" the sled slowly. Or you can just buy one, they look like a JD tractor, they are pretty cool.

[@JBD26]

I need to build me one of these this week

[@DIYReid]

Let us know how it turns out!

[@JBD26]

@@DIYReid Okay just now built one we tried to put 4 sprinklers but think the pressure is good with only 3. So should I take off the 4th head

[@DIYReid]

Yes. There is a way to measure GPM from your faucet. The sprinkler heads have a rating on them so you can do some simple math to see how many you can have on at one time.

[@JBD26]

@@DIYReid yeah looks like 3 heads is good

[@DIYReid]

That’s pretty good!

[@TommyTester]

Pretty good solution for this common problem. Thumbs up.

[@swimbait1]

Well done. You could make it longer, bury it just under the sod, connect hose and hose to timer and forget about it all summer.

[@steve0826]

Or you can live next to a city park and have no lawn.

[@el5495]

@@steve0826 sucks for you

[@DonJuan-lg8vk]

@@el5495 No, he actually lives IN the park and sleeps under the picnic tables.

[@joekoenig9587]

@Jay O'Donnell Blow it out for winter... no need to bury irrigation pipes 3 feet deep.

[@Undermeman]

What is "Seament"?

[@Marquie22]

You never put the little gray extenders you twist on the bottom of the rain birds in the description so we know where to find, Are these also at homedepot?

[@DIYReid]

amzn.to/32odiMl

[@anthonyratto101ratto3]

Do I need high water pressure for this?

[@DIYReid]

You’ll need at least 6 GPM

[@tombrownrigg8794]

Great idea. Thank you

[@DIYReid]

Sometimes I can be creative.

[@l9ikjam]

Seems like water hoses and better sprinklers would be more simple. Look like two shooting sprinklers would be enough to do the whole side yard

[@sarahteagarden9409]

Could you post the quantity of each component?

[@DIYReid]

Yes. Give me a little and I can.

[@GMCShazamataz]

1 x thr adaptor 1 x tee 2 x thr tee 2 x cap 2 x thr nipple 2 x 360 sprinkle Glue and primer 2 x 10ft lth pipe Your welcome

[@sarahteagarden9409]

Shannon K thanks

[@Ghilliesuit35]

I just use a 50ft sprinkler/soaker hose on that piece of side yard. It runs the entire length of the house and out to the patch between sidewalk and street. Get the entire side yard covered in 20 mins with no moving other than to set it and then remove.

[@DIYReid]

Soaker hoses have always been a pain in the butt to lay out and setup vs just plopping this thing down. Just my opinion.

[@Ghilliesuit35]

DIY Reid oh I get it. I’m not a fan of setting up any of these sprinklers but it’s a must in the lawn game and I don’t want to spend the cheddar on an irrigation system.

[@adanarceo4636]

Very good idea buddy I will build mine soon, thanks for the tip.👍👍👍

[@DIYReid]

You're welcome. Glad I could inspire you to make your own. Good luck!

[@HazardousSmoker]

You forgot to mention the connector for the hose in your parts list.

[@DIYReid]

Thanks. I’ll link one.

[@athreyashenoy]

DIY Reid add it please

[@sirramsey357]

still waiting on the add for the connector

[@busterbrown446]

Great idea and video.

[@DIYReid]

Thank you

[@mikehorrigan6106]

Good video, I had one before like and they are cool! Thanks

[@archermark29]

Great video, I'll try making one of these for my lawn. Did you add a link for the double threaded adapters for the sprinkler heads themselves

[@richardbrown6591]

I like this idea

[@johncilyo3642]

I am going to build one! What a great idea. One question for you - how long is it overall?

[@DIYReid]

I made it about 10’ long

[@leonardaccardo7960]

That’s pretty clever. Thanks

[@JustinSmith-hr6qg]

What would happen if you buried this rig in the ground? And just left an “access” port slightly above ground. Hook up the hose the same way. Here’s a copy pasta of a question I posed on another video: Someone please tell me where my simple thinking could lead me astray. For the examples sake, let’s say I trench an H pattern in my front yard with PVC. Then I connect a pop up at each end point of the H. I then run a PVC line to a mulch bed at my front porch and stub up vertically another PVC pipe with a threaded female “hose” receiver. I then use a garden hose from my outdoor spigot to this stubbed up PVC receiver. Turn on the spigot and watch the heads raise up and work, no electronics. Would this work?

[@Lawless187indika]

Sound workable, did you ever do it?

[@JustinSmith-hr6qg]

@@Lawless187indika I never did. Still just moving my sprinkler rigs around the yard above ground.

[@Lawless187indika]

@@JustinSmith-hr6qg no harm in that my friend. Different setup,same results. Also,everything in its times. Thanks for hitting me back.

[@klg508]

Is there a reason you didn't make it long enough to cover the whole area?

[@DIYReid]

Not enough water flow to allow it to work that way