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[@robinr.770]

The progress on your home and land has been one of the most glorious things I have ever seen. Thank you.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thanks!

[@valeriacompte8631]

I like that your dog always chills around, offering his moral support

[@RedPoppyRanch]

He's always close by.

[@mrs.kittylarou4970]

I watch your videos everytime you put one out. I as a female love your step by step videos. I like when you tell us what your going to do and you don't procrastinate. You go ahead and get it done. I'm so excited to see the outcome or the result of everything you do. Good Job!

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thank you for watching!

[@DriftWood40]

Moving the camera around probably takes as much time as anything. Thanks for including viewers in your adventure.

[@marcryvon]

You are a very decent man, Heath. With strong, honest values. A rarity nowadays. All the best to you, sir.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thank you!

[@joannenardoni17]

I live in California. I about cry watching these . I always wanted to live in Idaho . You did the ultimate thing moving there, building, enjoying, learning everything, helping others. You all are so talented and amazing . God bless you forever. Your so lucky. I just need to bloom here, stop being so jealous, and envious. Good luck.

[@phishbone421]

Living the dream sir. Jealousy is not generally one of my downfalls, but I sure do envy your experience. Hard work and all. Thanks for sharing the journey!!

[@RevDeaconMichael]

haha The turkeys! I do the same thing with them. Call out and see who calls back. So stoked that you'll have water!!!

[@vaalrus]

In 2001, we rented a 6-ton excavator similar to this, just for a weekend job. We never gave it back, until we traded it in for the 12 ton we currently have. Most cost-effective equipment purchase ever. We put a hydraulic thumb on it, and it’s the most flexible machine we’ve ever had.

[@melissaurrutia6900]

Turkeys conversations😉 doe's with twins, sounds of the crickets at night. The beauty of respecting the animals enough to let them have a safe home on your place. I admire your family for the work and values, glad to see there is others that appreciate the circle of life. Living the dream that others are dreaming of. Life is good

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Well said!

[@funbluerider]

Your videos always inspire even as they make me feel like a complete slacker. Looking forward to your completed water system and eventual move.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thanks!

[@bggouvea]

You inspire me to pursue life the way you are. Great story!, and we all need to hear it. Bless you Brother!

[@user-kq6pb7yb7d]

Your videos are so addictive to watch. I wish you could post everyday. By the way I think your doing an awesome job👍👍.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thanks!

[@jimh712]

I know you've probably thought about this.. You mentioned using the water tank road to control rain water... At you're switch backs, if you have the room, could be a nice place to dig ponds for your live stock and wild life.... Could make some nice swimming holes..

[@qenp]

I found your channel about two days ago and i’ve already binge watched so many of your videos. I think you’re an inspiration man, i wish you and your family all the best and cannot wait until you’re moved in!

[@neiluk5847]

Listening to this reminds me of John boy's epilogue at the end of The Waltons, which I watched 30 years ago.

[@sumanthababoolal4710]

I wish you all the hope you need. My bro

[@jamesanderson7698]

So happy for you guys.

[@manymoonstraveled]

Your so blessed.

[@wtftolate3782]

Can't wait for your next video!

[@colleenrodamer6230]

Love watching the turkeys just walk right through way cool hope u Insulated the pipes well

[@lint2023]

Love the wildlife and your accomplishments. From many of the comments, they don't know about your choice of pump, its capabilities, and power for it and that its power is independent from your main solar power system. Maybe they missed other videos. I look forward to seeing the system in action. Its satisfying even for a remote virtual family member!

[@sulebo2153]

I never realized there was poetry in plumbing until I started watching you :) Hahaha! You really don't think the boys will disappear up that road every day and find all kinds of ways to come speeding back down on dirt bikes, motor bikes, sleds, etc etc ???

[@RedPoppyRanch]

I'm sure they will be all over it.

[@Grakoham]

The “red poppy ranch has uploaded...” notifications are always a welcome sight on the phone.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thank for watching!

[@CovenGraphics]

Its a beautiful thing to watch your plans take shape, Heath. may your blesings never stop coming ~ RESPSECT

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thanks buddy!

[@bobcat9314]

Fun video.. It's very beautiful country.. Love your property also.. I thought you were crazy to buy a hill side but man you sure have utilized it.. It's amazing how much hard work it take to reclame land that is overgrown and we are fortunate to have machines.. Think of those that came before us and did it all by hand.. Very ambitious people

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Right!

[@myrthagunter4141]

One step at a time . Good to hear that your getting closer to being in your home . Also good to hear that you have volcanic ash , an ingredient for making bricks. Could take a sample of the Ash to the your local University to find out exactly what it is . If it is volcanic ash there is a possibility that you have gemstones on your property . A good hobby is rockhounding . ENJOYED!

[@gregorythomas333]

Congrats on getting this part of the project done! @5:20 Looks like Mars in the center of the screen :) You can open the Maps app on your phone and compare the GPS on it to the Garmin GPS to see if is close to accurate.

[@grandmasfavorites]

Another enjoyable video, thanks! Look forward to seeing your water flowing soon.

[@rosemaryhoffman4115]

Looking great, every day closer for the grand move in. I am so excited for your family.💕💕💕👍💕💕💕

[@wallaceloper637]

I've lived on my place for 32 years. I have 5 does that hangs around when hunting season starts is in it's a clockwork there like family but their time is getting short the area is growing up. I had a bobcat but he's moved on but the rabbits and furry tail rats or my entertained.

[@maryq4546]

One huge project out of the way! Youre almost there!

[@merelbaasbronsveld1872]

it's great to see things coming together.. as always much respect for your hard work!

[@glenngoodale1709]

Keep up the video posts, always enjoy watching them

[@karenriggle5435]

Yes sir that's exactly what it was ,ash,we have several feet and also shale that turns to ash ash when it dries out we are about 40 miles south of Devils tower in the Wyoming black hills

[@shartne]

This is very exciting to watch you get this solar powered water supply ready. "Neat O" I can hardly wait to see you get it fixed up and installed this will make some super interesting video.

[@peterpepich2693]

everything looks great

[@Daynaleo1]

I use a phone app called “My Altitude”. It seems vert accurate based on multiple reading of fixed points. I have had it consistently register a change of two inches. I don’t think I paid much if anything for it, but it is one of my favorite apps.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

I'll check it out.

[@ThePoacherNo1]

Might be a good idea to drain the well with the drain pump a few times before running the water through your system. You dont want to get silt and mudd in your valves, water heater etc.

[@edweberjr.3800]

Fine work! Really want to see the building go up to protect the tank and water lines. Question, why didn't you put in another line with the run in the trench to have a back up? It would have a very inexpensive addition to have. Keep up the video's on the homestead, Best Wishes.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

It would have cost more then it was worth.

[@mikefedele4521]

It all looks great. I have to say your battle with water has been a long one. I think your on the ticket for a very long term solution. I can't wait to see how it all works with the solar system in place.

[@mmanut]

Congratulations on one Fantastic Job. You have a killer solar system, you should be golden‼️👍👍 I think the most important thing to get done would be the enclosure around the tank, gets cold fast. Good Luck ‼️🇺🇸 Vinny 🇺🇸

[@patarmstrong1712]

Those turkey are grazing on the bugs that turning up the soil produced. Nice flock!

[@patriciahazeltine9986]

That type of ash is a good place to find geodes, I wonder what types of rocks, gems and treasures you will find there! We live in Quartzsite, Arizona, and have geologist friends that teach me so much!

[@The_Osprey]

Do you plan on filtering your water for drinking and cooking? If so, I would recommend a gravity, two container option with ceramic filter elements. For a family your size you would probably have to get the biggest one available but they are really, really good filters.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

We will filter it before using it.

[@floydferguson5366]

Great video!

[@terencelee2386]

With all that dust, I hope you are remembering to grease that machine every day! That volcanic dust is very abrasive!

[@beachlife1411]

Nice

[@johnahern9908]

That really is a very useful machine, also a very attractive unit that would fetch a big dollar if it is stolen. I would suggest that you look at this video link that I came across the other day. It was part of a series that the BBC (English television) made about the trade of selling /shipping stolen equipment to Europe, especially construction equipment. I am sure that there are similar companies in the USA/Canada, and that the problem exists there too, but this particular company seems to have the edge and know-how for success. The videos can be seen on :- < automatricMtrack > Your property is so far out that it would be very easy to roll up there with a trailer and load that nice new unit up in a few minutes and be gone for good, especially with all the viewing that you are showing the world what you have! Hope it never happens to you, but I know what it feels like to loose some tools from a job site, the feeling of violation and also the loss of production when half you equipment has grown legs and left you.

[@lenbrow9698]

congrats mate nice one

[@mandbhomestead]

The wild life will return, it does when allowed. Water issue, ✔️. Next to electric and then you could move up there for good. Love it when a plan comes together. Well done, no pun intended. Thanks for sharing.

[@eamsden7854]

M and B Homestead 😂 My only advice here would be to not rush to move in.. it Is horrible working in the house where you live. I would advise waiting til spring, that way you can work outside and keep the internal mess to a minimum..

[@dropshot1967]

besides checking the greasing of your machine when working in that vulcanic ash, make sure you don't breath it. Vulcanic ash is also verry abrasive in your longs and eyes. If possible, use a high grade breathing protection/dust mask. It is finer than sand and can get in your lungs and clog them up like cement (when inhaling large amounts) or it damages your lungs like asbestos.

[@CoolHandLukeakaSgtBilly]

What are you doing to insulate the tank and the line coming out of the tank into the ground? Wouldn't the tank, valve and line be subject to freezing come winter? I am very impressed with your project and especially how much your youngins are willing to help. 'You have been a good example to them and all of us. "Raise up a child as to they should go and they will not depart from it." (Paraphrased}. 😎👍😊

[@RedPoppyRanch]

We've got a unique shed in mind for it.

[@youghal40clashmore]

Water tank under a tree could be a risk small, lighting strike of a tree will kill any cow standing under it. Seen it happen but very rare depending on weather pattern for your area.

[@timothytyronetate1]

If you get a chance and find time to clean the road, cut it at an angle toward the hill side.

[@richardperry9095]

I look forward to these videos and enjoy them when they come. Looking forward to you getting the pump going and seeing the water filling the tank. How soon will you be building the shed for the tank, before winter weather sets in this year? You have a lot on your plate...good luck.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Soon on he shed.

[@pagegreer5081]

Great tension shot from evening to night. Loved the sound cricket s and the sound .

[@greggwoods7173]

Gives new meaning to the term, "talking Turkey"... what a place! So how long will it take to fill that tank up? How has your well fared over the heat of the summer?

[@RedPoppyRanch]

I'm guessing its going to take a few days to fill it up.

[@carlinkay1151]

Love the turkeys!

[@jimh712]

Maybe for your water tank house... Earth bag walls.. Probably faster that earth packed tires... No idea how much the bags are.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

They're not bad.

[@hvnfun8601]

You're that kind of guy, that everybody likes - I'd buy you a beer

[@Freetheworldnow]

Good to know you did think out the soil erosion due to the trail build. Also I am wondering how your water supply will fare when freezing temps get to your tank and the line output...? Maybe you want to tell us about it in your next video? Your mini excavator is a wonder. Great buy for sure. But you may miss the backhoe in the winter months... God Bless. And thanks for posting!

[@billyyamahaboy]

I'm surprised you said you won't hunt I suggest taking one of those elk that roam the top that's good healthy meat

[@RedPoppyRanch]

I won't hunt on my property.

[@billyyamahaboy]

@@RedPoppyRanch I respect your decision just remembered you talking about it about year ago saying you possibly would didnt know what changed it

[@jmunsamy]

Can hardly wait for water to start flowing, this one of my favourite channels now.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thanks!

[@gadiantonx8474]

would be awesome to put the extenda type dipper on the litte guy , if i aint mistaken the booms are very near the same size

[@Innovative_Mic]

Being that close to a super volcano there’s gotta be a lot of geo thermal potential.

[@TokyoCraftsman]

Dang it, I was just finishing lunch and getting ready to go back to work and your video pops up LOL!!

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Work can wait!

[@silver-tonguedstacker3250]

The ash is likely from Mt. St. Helens.

[@MRGREENWORLD1]

Lol you have pardoned the turkeys for now lol

[@RedPoppyRanch]

For now...

[@virginiak3769]

Does your excavator have air and heat? I hadnt even noticed it was closed in until you got into the dust. You have ti build your water shed soon so it doesnt freeze.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

A/c and heat. I will build a shed soon.

[@kevmarmarsh4238]

From the clip at the start of vid, I only see 1 pipe being connected to the tank, so I'm assuming the tank will be filled from the bottom. That will create a high back pressure on the pump plus the head of that we'll pump. Also the signal wire you're using, how many cores, and what apparatus will be used to tell the pump to turn on at 50%, and shut off at 100%.

[@kevmarmarsh4238]

@Biana Doubtremember that he is using a 1 inch line over 700ft at somewhere close to 135 head, being pump into a tank which is around 7ft diameter. As that tank is being filled from the bottom, the ability of the pump to overcome that resistive force is being increased exponentially. Causing an increased electrical current pull, thus running hot and probably damaging it. What I thought he would have done was to, put a non return valve on the horizontal pipe going to the discharge of the tank and t off on the on the before the elbow on the pex pipe and fill the tank from the top, and a added security of shut off with a float valve in the tank. This would create a zero back pressure on the pump, remember those things are not cheap, so get it rite from start.

[@kevmarmarsh4238]

Correction, the ability to overcome the increasing resistive force is reduced exponentially.

[@RPSSolarPumps]

Hello this is Mike with RPS Solar Pumps. We worked with Red Poppy Ranch to properly size the solar pump system. He has about 100ft of vertical elevation from the well to the tank. Assuming it is 700ft of 1in line at 5GPM, this results in a friction loss equivalent to 21PSI or about 50ft of additional pumping head, plus 10 extra feet for the tank height. This gives us a total dynamic head of 160 feet that the pump has to overcome. This system, the RPS400, will produce about 5GPM or 1,800 gallons over a 6 hour pumping day at 160 feet of pumping head. In fact the RPS400 is good up to 225ft of head at 4GPM! The pumps feature brushless motors and soft start, so there is little concern about extra wear on the pump. One note that is sometimes counter intuitive. Water pressure is directly related to vertical elevation and is independent of pipe or tank diameter. Meaning for filling the tank from the bottom, the diameter of the tank does not matter. It is all about how many vertical feet the water is being raised.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Making great progress. How are the fruit trees doing?

[@RedPoppyRanch]

They are getting neglected. Too many irons in the fire

[@thomasarussellsr]

Red Poppy Ranch That stinks, but I understand.

[@18twilliams]

Im afraid with the diameter of the supply is going to restrict the flow alot! Rather start out 1.5"or 2" and drop smaller the closer to the house. That can be fixed by putting a tank at the house! Come a long ways! what a job!

[@RPSSolarPumps]

Hello Tom, this is Mike with RPS Solar Pumps. We helped Red Poppy Ranch with the solar pump on this system. Assuming the 1in pipe from the tank is 700ft long with a vertical drop of 100ft, this will produce about 13 gallons per minute, without too much drop in pressure. 13 GPM is not too bad for a house, but it might be noticeable if someone is taking a shower and turns on a hose full blast outside. But doing the dishes and taking a shower at the same time should be fine. Your right, if this becomes a problem, they can always add a pressure bladder tank near the house later to help buffer water usage spikes!

[@HankHill757]

Isnthere just 1 line from the well up to the tank, with the T that runs into the house on the way up? Tying to understand the water line supply design. Is the tank suppling the head pressure for the line as well as acting as a storage container?

[@monabale8263]

i didn't realize that you were that close to the caldera...

[@MrRDFORD]

Coming along nicely Heath. ? for you, wouldn't you test for leaks before backfilling???

[@Sabrinahuskydog]

Master plumbers don't check for leaks because they do it right the first time.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

That would have been ideal but I feel confident that it was done right.

[@johnparkhurst1141]

Anybody: is there ever an issue with algae or a need for cleaning-disinfecting water tanks used in a system like this ? The water goes to the house, is it potable? being treated or filtered? I apologized ahead of time if you've covered these issues. I'm a fairly recent subscriber and haven't seen all the content. Great channel.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Sure. We will filter the water and shock it with bleach from time to time.

[@mwnciboo]

I don't need to say good job, because in your heart you already know it. Taking the odd Turkey for Thanksgiving won't signify in your flock.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

Thanks!

[@markroper6188]

How do you treat and filter your service water into the house to mate it potable. I’m a plumber in the uk and our regs say that as soon as water is stored it becomes category 2 water, which mean it shouldn’t be drunk due to the fact the temperature can increase causing bacteria to grow.This would definitely be the case as obviously you store it in your tank. Just curious how you treat it. Many thanks for the videos! I have binged on them for hours as have only just come across your channel! .

[@catlockhart6965]

Female deer only have one baby their first year of breeding after that they mostly have twins.

[@kevmarmarsh4238]

I am very interested in your method of tank full and tank feed, plus pump turn on signal. I'm seeing some cons in your method.

[@RPSSolarPumps]

Hello Kevmar, this is the RPS400 system and it has a controller with both tank full and well low sensor input. Just put a sensor in the well and one in the tank and the controller does the rest. When the tank is full, the controller shuts down the pump and if the well level happens to drop down, it shuts down the pump for up to 30 minutes to allow it to refresh before starting back up. This prevents damage to the pump and motor from running dry. If the sensor wire ever gets damaged, there are alternative methods such as pressure switches, which are a bit more complicated, but can work if needed. Later this year, we will be coming out with our wireless tank full sensor, but unfortunately, it was not ready in time for Red Poppy Ranch.

[@kevmarmarsh4238]

@@RPSSolarPumps what's the link to your website. I'm used to wiring my pump control circuits from scratch. The analog way. Have a project coming up so let me see what yours are all about.

[@RPSSolarPumps]

Hello Kevmar, we are at www.RPSsolarpumps.com. Red Poppy Ranch is using the RPS400, but we have more powerful pumps up to 7.5 HP. Our website has a bunch of great information and you can always shoot us an email or give us a call if you have more specific questions!

[@jimh712]

Just a thought On the outside (way outside) of the switch backs... Maybe a really high banked turn.. Your tank road could maybe make a fun sled run when it snows...

[@RedPoppyRanch]

That's what Rhett said!

[@BarnStangz]

The excavator is a life saver. Do you own it? Rent? I hope you've been taking care of the maintenance, I haven't seen any videos of that yet.

[@cuznjo1]

have you looked into buying water from the city. there is a couple on youtube that built off grid. they buy water, and if i remember correctly, it is dirt cheap. i would be lying if i said a price, because i just can't remember, but i was amazed at how cheap it was. they buy it, pump it up to their water tanks buried in the ground, and they have great pressure from gravity

[@Sabrinahuskydog]

Why? he has a producing spring. His water is 100% completely free already.

[@cuznjo1]

well if the water they can buy is really cheap, and treated, i personally would go that way. i was just saying that to buy it would be the way i would go.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

I don't want to hae to rely on the city for anything. Our water is better than city water.

[@cuznjo1]

ok thanks for answering

[@johnahern9908]

The water is no where as pure as "natural water"" that you buy in the store. You should read all the ingredients that are put into "pure bottled water" UGH!

[@j.b.6855]

I am just curious, what happens to the pipe leading up from the deep buried pipe to the tank, and the tank itself in cold weather? Wont the water in them freeze?

[@RedPoppyRanch]

It will be insulated.

[@eamsden7854]

Really impressed, with this install., look forward to seeing it on operation. Just one question, How are you going to keep the batteries warm for the well pump? Great vid 👍👍👍

[@RedPoppyRanch]

No batteries.

[@RPSSolarPumps]

Hello this is Mike with RPS Solar Pumps ready to answer any questions! No batteries needed. All of our systems can operate directly off solar and in this case at 5GPM of pumping volume over 6 hours, would give 1,800 gallons per day, which is usually plenty of water for a household. If the need arises, batteries can always be added later with more panels for increased volume.

[@bikerchic7938]

I guess I am trying to understand how this works with only 1 pipe.. What determines when the pump in the well starts and stops? How much pressure is the pump thats pushing up the water? I would assume its much higher than the water pressure coming back from the tank. What about when you turn on a faucet? If the pump was running in the well, wouldnt the water then come from the well and not the tank due to higher pressure from the pump..Is there a one way valve somewhere in there... Someone educate me please...

[@RPSSolarPumps]

Hello Mike with RPS Solar Pumps here. Lots of great questions, I will do my best to answer and explain them. (And just to note, these are the basics. Sometimes things can get a bit more complex due to friction loss in the pipe, but we will leave that out for now as you can do basic system sizing and we are always happy to double check numbers for customers!) 1. What determines when the pump in the well starts and stops? Our systems come with an advanced controller with tank full probes and low well probes. When the tank is full, the probe tells the controller the tank is full and to shut off the pump, so the tank does not overflow. If the water is low in the well, it also tells the controller to stop pumping water to allow some time for the well to refresh. This prevents the pump from running dry and overheating. 2. How much pressure is the pump thats pushing up the water? Water pressure is directly related to the vertical feet of water, 1 PSI of water pressure is equal to 2.31 vertical feet of water (diameter of the pipe does not matter for pressure). So for 100ft of vertical elivation to the tank, the pressure at the pump is right around 43PSI (100feet/2.31 = 43PSI). 3. I would assume its much higher than the water pressure coming back from the tank. If the usage point is at the same height as the well, then the pressure will be the same 43PSI for 100ft. It is all about the vertical elevation change of the water and not whether it is coming from the tank or going to the tank. 4. What about when you turn on a faucet? If the pump was running in the well, wouldnt the water then come from the well and not the tank due to higher pressure from the pump The pump will only run when it senses the tank is not full. If the water level in the tank drops, then the pump turns on. If the pump happens to be running when a faucet is turned on, then yes some water might be comming from the pump or also from the tank, really depends how much water is being used. Take for example if we turn on a hose at 7 GPM (gallons per minute). At first all the water will be coming from the tank, 7GPM. When the water level drops in the tank and the pump turns on, then about 5GPM will be coming from the well and 2GPM from tank. It may sound complicated, but in practice you don't even have to think about it and you can let the system do its thing! Elevated tanks are the absolute best way to get water pressure for solar pumping systems, since you can fill the tank during the day and use water at night without running the pump. Now if you turn on a faucet using 2GPM, when the water level in the tank drops and the pump turns on, 2 GPM will be coming from the pump and 3GPM will be going up to the tank refilling it. 5. Is there a one way valve somewhere in there? Only place there is a one way valve is at the pump to prevent water from running back out of the pump and into the well.

[@bikerchic7938]

RPS Solar Pumps Thanks for the info.. I didnt see that he had any wire running to the tank so i didnt think he had a sensor in the tank

[@justinmills8084]

How are you keeping the tank from freezing?

[@swaterman08]

I would have run a conduit for the wires and a second pipe at least down the hill, if you did need a second pipe years from now you would only need to dig up the flat land and not mess with the hill.

[@williamhustonrn6160]

im curious if it would have been cheaper to just put a gas powered well pump next to the tank in the shed and place it on a remote start from the house, so you could flip a switch start it up and let it pump from time to time, because that tank isnt going to drain all that fast unless your being wasteful. Also make sure you insulate with it getting cold at night or you will destroy all your hard work.

[@Sabrinahuskydog]

maybe cheaper but that would mean more maintenance over time. This option is a "set it once and leave it forever" type of deal.

[@Vein1986]

nothing lasts forever :D Batteries in solar system maintained will last 5-6 years? Solar panel will loose efficency after 10 years

[@MedicalGunsandGear]

Vein1986 good batteries 10 to 20 years solar panel if taking care of 30 years

[@eamsden7854]

No batteries apparently.. No gas, no motor service.. Heath has done his homework and his choices look promising. He has a signal cable from the tank so the less they use the less wear will be put on the system.. we won't have to wait long to see how it performs.. I look forward to it and I am in support of his decisions 👍

[@karabayo59]

What diamater pipe you use, pvc or pex? You need a pump to push water, how many hp thanks

[@RicardoFelippeFigueirachardao]

Não eram 2 galões? Assim na superfície não irá congelar?

[@hvnfun8601]

I think this says "There were 2 gallons so on the surface it will not freeze"

[@scottfoster2487]

Use the wood chipper and put in berms and chips every 60 feet to slow erosion ,basicly perma culture.

[@Nicamist]

Is that a little Clark Gable moustache you're growing there?

[@RedPoppyRanch]

In honor of my black dirt and Burt Reynolds...

[@liljthedude]

Dirtstache!

[@black_dog_barks]

Another great video... sometimes it's not the winter that makes for more Turkey sightings or not.... could have been a predator also hanging around.....I had a Momma Deer in my backyard this year with triplets....they play like puppies.... pretty hard to hunt them once they become your friends....lol...most hunter I know will never hunt their own land for that reason. Depending on what live stock you get you will start seeing more predators Their are a few specific dog breeds that live in the flock and are never a pet.(Maremma Sheep Dog being one...)... you may need one... that's perfect Mountain Lion country... With the hills and deer, they travel hundreds of miles in their territory.. On the water pressure.... I have a well system and the pressure is created by the well pump to the pressure tank..if you had something like that in your house would that always keep up the pressure for the house if someone was using a hydrant?...? Maybe you already are using that type of system..lol... or not being solar powered.with limited electricity.

[@RedPoppyRanch]

I wanted water up on the hill and I did not want to rely on pumps for pressure. Gravity will provide the pressure.

[@smithfamilymedia5357]

Tomato plants in the volcanic Ash...

[@jason-white]

Do you have AC in that machine?

[@RedPoppyRanch]

yep.

[@bobbobby5724]

So glad you not going to kill animals, best plumbers are in London haha love ‘you videos .

[@elainejbarlow-smith3323]

you need to place the red no dig pipe hear tape about a foot below ground over your pipes. i am not expert.

[@ronhart4166]

Heath what size pex line did you run and what is the purpose for the black tape wrap on the crimps ? You were saying the well road was not getting used often. How are you planning to fill the tank ?

[@RedPoppyRanch]

1" line. The electrical tape keeps the copper and brass from corrosion.

[@ronhart4166]

Was the 1" tubing thicker than standard housing pex ? Was wondering about the worry of collapsing the pex . Being buried 3ft deep. Remember I am a Florida boy we don't have to worry about frost. Not doubting you. Just learning 🤔