Building it as Cheap as Possible - DIY Retaining Wall for Pool

[@joeheck146]

I am a DIYer and whenever I talk to pros about mortar and concrete they always say to make it as dry as possible to keep the strength up. I have noticed you make it pretty wet. Did you ever say why in your other videos and I've missed it? Maybe you don't need the strength and you want to make it as easy as possible to move around? thanks for the great vids.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Some "pros" say things because they were told, but they've never studied it or Have done in it enough to know how much of a difference it makes or have the common sense of what they are actually working. If you're going to build an interstate bridge across the river, it matters because that bridge was engineered to a specific slump for a specific mix for that project, any variance can be catastrophic and change the amount of the strength the bridge actually has. However, If I'm pouring a sidewalk or a collar for a retaining wall, the decrease in strength is so negligible that it isn't worth worrying about. Most 4000 psi mixes poured around 4" thick can support 3,000 pounds per square foot. Do I need this wall that will be a little over four feet tall to support 3,000 pounds in vertical force every foot along the wall? Nah, not even close. So I make the mix work for the job I'm doing. When I poured the KZbin yacht floor, I poured the engineered mix to the correct slump that the span required. When Im dumping mud in a hole for a retaining wall it's whatever makes my life easier. Pouring a stiff mix makes me have to work faster and harder to set my first row. This gives me time to make adjustments and breath. Excellent question though!

[@joeheck146]

@@CaptainKleeman Thanks, that all makes sense now...

[@milwaukeepalmetto]

Drain, something you should’ve considered already.

[@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt]

Mike, I will never know how you keep up your enjoyment and determination for all your projects. Your comments make me smile every day and you are so funny. Please look after yourself,you don’t want a burn out situation and you look a little tired. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@doubletrouble0833]

I do hope your wife and kids enjoy your humor, as much as I do I think your truth and Hysterical. Thanks for adding a little laughter to my day.

[@patricktobin1388]

Capt, you have more drive than most people I know. Sometimes the hardest thing we have to do is just keep moving. It is looking FANTASTIC, and I hope that your “house” will be just what you need.

[@martineastburn3679]

Doing good with the rake. My father while living taught me to dig with the tines and move more materials. Flip it over and use the back to smooth and flatten. The back side is a long flat and the tines are up in the air moving what doesn't fit. Hope that helps other home workers. I'm 77 and he grew up on a farm with horses to plow with. Take care.

[@brotherbruce]

You are the man. To boldly step where no man has gone before and work in a sloppy hole full of water, without even whining.

[@genesispuredeaf2390]

Good on you for pushing through despite not wanting to do the heavy lifting “today”. Put this one in your back pocket for tough times like that: “because you will do today what others won’t do is why later you can do things that they cannot”. You are still young enough to bust it out through your hustle and energy by digging deep. The only digging deep you can easily do later will be in your pocket.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Fair point

[@billcampbell6857]

Pretty sure you could put out a 4-hour video and I would STILL think it's too short. Love the content and the humour.

[@tombauer7330]

Mike, you should get an award for expending the most calories per minute on KZbin! You work harder than any KZbinr I'm aware off. The pool project is coming along so that us mortals can actually see where you are going with this. Excellent video. Keep them coming. I said before that your 555 engine rebuild makes for the best starting Diesel on YT. I can't believe it started on that weak battery. The variety of projects you have going is just awesome. We look forward to Mondays and Thursdays.

[@CaptainKleeman]

She is almost reliable! Lol

[@gwbuilder5779]

​@@CaptainKleeman Starts most of the time is definitely better than ran when parked.😉🤙

[@dfusit]

Hardest working man on KZbin. That plunge pool is really coming along now. Your family is going to be enjoying that next summer for sure. Stay safe Captain.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@barrywise7701]

Admit it, you are loving having the 304. It is just so handy. Well done Captain. 🇦🇺

[@talibirkmanis5727]

Another great and fun video. You make it and they will come !!!!! I am really looking forward to the rest of the build and to see you and your family enjoying the tropical oasis (resort) you are constructing !!! Thank you

[@morrieshell]

Excellent work Captain Fossil rock falls is the perfect name for such an internationally significant spot in the woods Going to be superb when finished !!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Fingers crossed

[@markcranage2651]

This project is going to be the 9th wonder of the world, when finished.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Lol

[@farmingsmallkubota1783]

Mike thanks for your positivity that looked like one miserable time,

[@Richard-C]

you're persistence is remarkable, i don't think i would have the persistence you have, great progress Mike loved your videos, and if filming gets in the way of progress just put us up in a corner and time lapse it.👍👍👍👍👍

[@everestyeti]

I find it's always important to breathe, I can understand the lack of motivation especially when you have loads of projects on and some will be easier to complete than others. Nice of that company to supply that building, obviously it has to be certified by the Admiral 1st but am sure it will be ok. Like the name your youngest has given the pool, it sounds apt. 👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Hope the shelter house works out. Excited to see it myself

[@charlesmangold5024]

I laughed at your pioneer humor with Columbus 🙂

[@CaptainKleeman]

Historically inaccurate, but still a good time 🤣

[@RAKINAUS]

Keep your chin up Captain, we appreciate the entertainment.

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Captain Kleeman that pool is coming along nicely 👌🏻. 😅😊😊

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@clarencewiles963]

When this is all over we need a start to finish video. I’m looking forward for the next episode 😊

[@KenDriggers-p3j]

hay mike seams a feller might want a drain line at the bottom of the pool to remove /change the water once you get it finished and might help during the build as well just saying. keep doing you

[@M31292]

10 out of 10 for the fun project(s) and entertainment you deliver! But DP's wobbly bucket makes me shiver! 😂

[@garulusglandarius6126]

I get the impression you weren’t up for this project right now 🤣😂🤣 I know that feeling but when you get to the spring you’ll be so glad you did it 😁 Excellent as always Mike 👍👍🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@CaptainKleeman]

Absolutely! It'll be worth it

[@KTMachine-01]

Amazing Mini Caterpillar Excavator .I've never seen before 🎉❤

[@BFT88]

This man is the definition of hard work. Great work on the pool so far Mike. Can’t wait to see more!

[@CaptainKleeman]

💪

[@Crewsy]

Now that you somewhat have a gravel base in the plunge pool you should create a “sump” near the edge so you know where to place the submersible pump in the future. Somewhere convenient to refill the IBC tote with the high quality water for your masonry mix but also somewhere convenient to just pump it over the hill when you have excess. Looking forward to future progmess and seeing the shelter house that shows up.

[@CaptainKleeman]

I'm hoping it looks as good as the photos on their website

[@paulmartin8212]

You are one ambitious guy. Thanks for the video. I love the time lapse. Really gets things going on the project.

[@philliptennis3537]

One step at a time, Captain. But it is looking better and better the more you work on it. One great thing though.. We all know the pool can hold water. 😊

[@rons3103]

"Don't get cheap on me Dodgson!" ....Jurassic Park Yeah, we are getting close, but I'm still amazed that it is working! Plunge pool is needing some water retention maintenance upkeep! 😁😁

[@jforthewin8029]

Appreciate you sharing that you were not motivated to work on the pond wall but there you were doing. Great job! You are inspiring!!!

[@goptools]

Hi Mike. The wall looks nice! Every course lined up and straight. Pretty good for a guy that doesn't know anything about masonry work!

[@CaptainKleeman]

💪

[@allensharlow7763]

It’s best to take your time , and just do it right the first time, so your doing a great job Mike, in the end it’s gonna look great ❤😎😎👌👌🍮🍮🙏🙏

[@CaptainKleeman]

Hope so!

[@ewood88]

Definitely need to find some new hobbies for your days off. My back hurts just watching you. It will be nice once you getter done 💪 🇺🇸

[@CaptainKleeman]

🤣🤣. Should have made a fishing channel lol

[@alanhutchins4233]

Pool is really taking shape now. Great job.

[@JoshHeers]

Maybe you’ve shown it before but I’d like to see what you’re using to lift that dump bed on the Ranger.

[@maxobara1496]

Hang in there Captain, take a breather. Time for some ice cream 🍨 Great stuff as usual!!💪🤗🇺🇸

[@papawheelie5835]

Surprised as I was to learn that Columbus was captain of the Mayflower, I still loved the video, as always. Keep up the good work!

[@Mike-p7e]

Could watch the toe dipper pond build for hours!! Mike from Peabody, Massachusetts

[@CaptainKleeman]

💪

[@richardwhite3711]

@ 30:25 "that's a little sketchy of a maneuver" well hell that has never ever stop you before LMAO

[@CaptainKleeman]

Fair point

[@jeffterhune8573]

Enjoyable as always, you are an amazing, hardest working person I have seen. The title for the pool fits it perfectly. Stay safe.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@carlmock5118]

Mike u are one of the most industrial guys that I have ever seen. You just amaze me so keep it up I will always keep up on your videos .

[@terryrogers1025]

“Deal with lazy”, no, I say dealing with a getter done attitude would be more like it. That project is coming along very nicely, I am beginning to see the finished pool now, it’s going to be a little different than what I first envisioned, but I like what I see, good progress on the pool area. Thanks for the update, always enjoy your content, no matter what you are working on.😊

[@CaptainKleeman]

Appreciate ya watching!!

[@gakrazykajun]

Kleeman Khronikes kontinue....Bud, I'm tired just watching this. That employee of yours, Manual Labor, sure has put in some hard work. The pool is taking shape, looking more like a tourist destination than ever. Great channel, great content.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Definitely ready to be enjoying it! Lol

[@timkd5vmv583]

Good Morning Captain!! I’m so proud of you. An entire video and you didn’t kill a camera, microphone or anything…. LOL. The swimming hole is looking great. Keep up the good work. Stay Safe Brother!!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Lol thanks!

[@chillywilli]

I wish I had half your energy to do things like this. Progress is nice again.

[@jerryburton6825]

Captain. You got some funny viewers

[@CaptainKleeman]

The best!

[@bobmoroney3643]

You are just a resilient human being with a plan (or37 plans).

[@CaptainKleeman]

Lol

[@daleerhardt1799]

Goodmorning Mike! I absolutely love this project! All it takes is walk with the family and remembering "this is my backyard" to reignite the motivation for some of the less desirable jobs. My Mrs and I do that regularly. Also, I appreciate the Canadian conversion on the sump pump hahaha! Have a great one!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Very true! Appreciate ya watching

[@HOSER227]

Looking great! Might want to consider adding a shallow end/ steps for the little ones!

[@CaptainKleeman]

They are included in this build

[@tomswindler64]

Great video Mike,place is really coming together,you put a lot of work into this project.your vision is coming together.just don’t get yourself burned out,take a break from whatever you’re working on and relax a little bit,I know it’s hard to do,but it’s better than losing interest in certain projects.just keep doing what you do best,be safe.enjoy time with family.😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@wrstew1272]

I concur with the mud theory. I have been fighting it since the white stuff was here. Figure out when the ground gets too hard to slosh I MAY, MIGHT, POSSIBLY get what I need done to get the water where it belongs. Probably not, but I can always hope 😮. If I had your energy and patience it might have been done 😂

[@CaptainKleeman]

Lol

[@tbix1963]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ideas and videos. Great installment in the swimming hole build. Maybe Vevor could send you a large diameter core drill that you could use to add daylight to the bottom of your hole in the rock. Better include a few extensions. Maybe put in a dry well for your pump with some drainage tiles into it behind the wall. The water that is likely to be behind the wall scares me a bit when I think about winter 🥶. Wishing you and your family the best.

[@alive6517]

good cement work , it clearly holds water. 😉

[@CaptainKleeman]

🤣

[@user-fr5fz6vv6z]

KC as always you are the WHIP!!!!

[@homesteadbarron]

As always, stellar ✨️ video. I was thinking to myself, why doesn't he make a shoot to toss the concrete and morter down? A bucket at the bottom would catch it. (Old used tin, plywood, or pvc pipe and shotgun the mix down) Also, I was thinking for S's&G's, why not pour the foundation with dry concrete. Beings it's under water it would set up very fast. Just spitballing here. Trying to be helpful. I realize the footer is done...lol, but for future reference...😂 Keep'em coming, Mike. I try never to miss a video.🎉 It took me all day and rewinding a hundred times. But i got to watch the whole video. Just trying to help your click through rate. 😂😅😊

[@robertsimmons3556]

LT, you are one hard working man! Good episode!!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@leer-winnobbeefarms2131]

Mike; You can only do, what you can do, when you can do it! Sort of like the bathroom window, I just repaired. Needed done for a long time, but I finally got to it! Great video! Lee PS: The 304 in fitting to to the Captain's stable rather nicely!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Exactly!

[@dougyurecko6500]

Mike this project is pretty cool.

[@holyearth61]

Don't have anything more to say, the looking good Mike. Takes time to do anything of this size by one self.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Making progress though!

[@spencerrobinson2719]

The ole triple nickel with all tires up and starting on its own!!

[@maxmacdonald7174]

More power to you Sir. You just keep plugging along.

[@cyndikarp3368]

Pool is coming along with all of your hard work. Using chert is going to save you lots of $. Pump worked good for price.

[@bestmxer01]

Looking good! I’m not sure if you have mentioned anything about it before but I think you should put a drain in the bottom to keep any unwanted water out. Would suck to get a bubble under your fancy liner. Keep up the hard work!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Not too worried about it

[@casycasy5199]

starting to take shape.looks good.and I think finishing the road was the right call

[@kylejones2075]

Coming along thanks for sharing

[@brucehuff5566]

What a good amount of progress. An old d4 dozer would facilitate in the road building haha. Thanks for the great videos. Stay safe

[@OutBackSmallEngine]

What I like about your channel is that you can take the simplest job and make it completely difficult. Keep up the great videos. ❤

[@GLUFSAREN]

That sounds like an insult.

[@johnunsicker7440]

@@GLUFSAREN I can see it both ways. He could of just dug a hole and put a plastic tub or pond liner in it and it would of been done. But he is going the extra mile and doing all the stonework. Simple but not pretty. Hard and lots of work and beautiful.

[@waltermattson5566]

I am just thinking how much different my house could be if I would have had your energy and talents about 30 years ago. Very nice work.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Awesome video! The progress is happening. The water is a pain. At least you have a pump. I can hardly wait until the next video to see what is next. Thanks for sharing ✨️ 👍 😊

[@Chico-td2fy]

Thats a fancy hole you got there! Happy Halloween! 🎃 🧱⚓️

[@randydobson1863]

Hi Mike & it's is Randy and i like yours video is Cool & Thanks Mike & Friends Randy

[@joekiernan526]

Good morning. Thanks for another great video

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Looking great there Cap. A lot of work, but well worth the effort. I can see you in the years to come, every time you walk by that plunge pool, you will think that you did that. I was thinking how much more difficult this project would be had you not purchased the 304. Thanks for sharing.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks! Definitely will be a handy tool for me

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Captain your awesome drive and skills are something to be very proud of! It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

[@CaptainKleeman]

Appreciate ya watching!

[@davidwatsonii9469]

ALWAYS INTERESTIN, GOOD LUCK

[@mikeludwig4315]

Looking good Captain

[@richardhedrick5601]

Doing a fantastic job captain

[@fransinyard891]

Good morning sunshine! Oh my you sure scared me when you were scooping out that water! Another awesome video! Much love and respect from Henderson Ga USA

[@ritaalmond2494]

Wow great watching you 😊❤

[@AGFL83]

Great work! It's really starting to come together. It's gonna be so worth it.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Hope so!

[@gwbuilder5779]

Some fine ingenuity sir!🤙

[@69dblcab]

Thank you Mike.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks for watching!

[@psuu1]

Thanks for bringing us along with the laughs, groans, and full journey. I appreciate you opening up about digging deep for motivation (still kinda funny you say that next to a huge hole, so good on you for that one)... The whole place is looking amazing. Hope you get a change of gears on projects as the weather changes.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Have some great stuff coming up for sure!

[@bruceduncan9065]

Looking good 😊

[@alandawson2813]

Awesome Job Captain. From the land of the kiwi

[@dwaynemorrow6594]

Keep it up, awesome job

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@Microphone73]

Thank you for all of your work!

[@paulprigge1209]

This kid is so cool! Lol

[@kenmazer9481]

👍🏻👍🏻Awesome as always 🤛🏻🤛🏻

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@beelerfamilyfarm]

Going to be best dang chunky Dunkin pool in Indiana.

[@CaptainKleeman]

🤣

[@kenfrazier616]

always so nice to wake up see your new video with a great cup of coffee, it is motivational to work my projects. Thanks Mike the pond is looking great and the kido's will enjoy it for years to come O ya and the Admiral

[@CaptainKleeman]

Hope so!

[@kenfrazier616]

@@CaptainKleeman Making America strong, Thanks again

[@dansevern3291]

I suspect that 10,000 years from now, some archeaologist will propose a theory that early 21st century people buried tools in their structures for ritualistic purposes. (Not to say that I suspect my missing red-handled shovel like that might be buried somewhere around here.) Thanks for the video, and all your hard work in producing it. Take care.

[@PaulLB7]

I’ve got a nice folding utility knife buried with the footer drain of my house-

[@pennyneal2456]

Captain, you are awesome!😊

[@CaptainKleeman]

No you are!

[@justinmize4316]

With that kind of water down in hole, you should have kept mixture a little dry. More along the lines of a 4 slump

[@CaptainKleeman]

🤣🤣. Nope.

[@johnallen-jn2gv]

Great work Captain, this is so much hard work for you but totally entertaining for us. This project will be a huge asset for property. Don’t forget to show us the chook shed.

[@MrMOCENT]

been wondering why you dont put a bottom drain plumbing in?

[@CaptainKleeman]

I don't feel like Ill need one

[@Ian-vi8ip]

Is the side by side the new dump truck ?

[@chrishelms1967]

That is some nice shiny new glass on the bottom on of that mini excavator 😏....EDIT ...just got to 15:20 mark....... disregard about that new glass😔

[@CaptainKleeman]

Yup lol

[@garymessina1609]

Your getting it done Mike great video thanks

[@maxwicksell9182]

Have a Great day good sir love the vids