Deer Feeders: How To Build The Ultimate Deer Feeder (on a Sled!)

[@amillano361]

Hey HandyHunter amazing video. The world needs more people like you. Thanks for sharing and making people that much smarter!

[@TheHandyHunter]

I appreciate that!

[@curtishawkins4123]

Just built 3 of these. Used 1 1/2" mild steel tubing instead of electrical, 2" on runners and just notch cut the bends and welded instead of prefab bends. Free barrels,$35 for steel,$20 for funnel,$20 for poly lid,$40 for a spinner w/timer, $10 battery,$5 spray paint. Extremely happy with the results. Very rugged. Thanks for sharing a great design

[@TheHandyHunter]

Awesome! Feel free to email me some pics and I will post them to our community board! Thanks for sharing. [e-mail].

[@BlantonFarms]

Great idea. Love the slide. Been look at feeds all week and love the design.

[@TheHandyHunter]

Hi Nicholas, thanks for your comment. I love this sled too...it makes it so convenient to move around. I'm working on getting my other 3 legged feeders converted over to sleds as well. Let us know if we can help. Thanks for tuning in to our channel! Good luck!

[@yvesf5355]

Great idea ,beautiful feeder .

[@TheHandyHunter]

Thank you!!!

[@ricksnider5501]

Awesome deer feeder

[@TheHandyHunter]

Thank you! Did you see my newer video on a simplified sled feeder. I like that one even better. Thanks for watching!

[@ricksnider5501]

@@TheHandyHunter I will look for the video

[@chrissportsman9573]

Any way to get you to send me the measurements for base for legs

[@frank8424]

Great idea! I plan on building one of these. Been researching the best way to build. I need to make the varmit guard prob out of expanded metal and use a clamp on lid because it has to be bear proof up here in PA. Thanks for the video.

[@TheHandyHunter]

Frank Scranta you are welcome! Glad it was helpful. Sounds like you got a good plan to fabricate something bearproof off of this design. Would love to see it when you are done! Thanks for commenting and happy hunting!

[@cpududester]

Well done sir!

[@TheHandyHunter]

Thank you! Good luck!

[@michaelhammett3771]

Great idea I will build this thank's

[@TheHandyHunter]

You are welcome!

[@lyerger8232]

Where do you get the funnel,?

[@TheHandyHunter]

You can click on our Amazon store link and look under deer feeders or search Amazon for feeder funnel…should be able to find them there. Let me know…thx!

[@SouthWestIron]

That's freaking awesome! I'm building one for sure!

[@TheHandyHunter]

SouthWestIron Hi there! So glad you like it! This thing is crazy easy to move around and very sturdy too! Good luck with it and keep in touch! Thanks for stopping by.

[@SouthWestIron]

Sub earned!

[@bkeenan85_outdoorlife]

Great info!!!👍👊👍👊

[@bigtone3276]

Great video Thanks for sharing

[@TheHandyHunter]

You are welcome!

[@RUDYR-y4s]

What was the final measurements for the frame for the barrel

[@TheHandyHunter]

The barrel frame that it sits on is 24”x24” which leaves about a 1/2in of play on all 4 sides. Hope that helps.

[@fitclown123]

Handy, love your how to videos. Just finished my own feeder sled and it is awesome. I would like to do my own welding in the future. What type and brand welding machine do you use. Keep up the good work my friend.

[@TheHandyHunter]

Man that's awesome! You are going to love that sled! You are also going to find a million other things to build once you get a welder. I use a Hobart Handler 140 Mig welder. It welds with or without shielding gas (i weld with gas). You can start out with a much cheaper welder to do these types of projects and then upgrade later. I've heard decent things about the Harbor Freight welders for around $100 (prob good for beginners). If you need any help feel free to email me at [e-mail] and also feel free to shoot me a pic of your sled...would love to see it!

[@justinellis4919]

What angle are yall using for the legs coming down from angle frame

[@TheHandyHunter]

20 degrees give or take. Good luck!

[@justinellis4919]

@@TheHandyHunter thank you. And great video. I was looking around at buying a stand and fill on a skid but have most everything I need to build one for alot cheaper. So looks like a last min. Project for the new hunting spot

[@cd1168]

Excellent. I like how you spend time with your son. I would like to make a cattle feeder like this. I need to figure out how to disperse corn downwards not outwards. Into a bucket. Any ideas

[@TheHandyHunter]

Thank you! My son is a lot of fun and he loves the outdoors. Funny you should ask about the down spout type of feeder. I’m in the process of building one that drops corn straight down so I can lay down a strip of corn in the road for hog hunting. I’m basically taking a deer feeder with the funnel in the bottom and rigging a metal plate on a bolt where the spout comes out. It will be spring loaded and will open when you pull the rope. I’m using a metal junction box lid to make the slide that covers the spout and opens on a spring. It will have wheels and a trailer hitch too. I haven’t finished it yet but I think it will work perfect. Hope that helps.

[@cd1168]

The Handy Hunter if you could share would be great. I have small dexter cows. I spoil them with corn. Would like to automate it so I could go away for couple of days. I have a young son like you. Thanks. Chris

[@TheHandyHunter]

chris devito will do! May be a little while before we finish that project but it shouldn’t be too long. Now that I think about it there may be a worm gear type of motor that you could put on a deer feeder that opens and closes on a timer. I think I’ve seen one but not sure where. I will look when I get time. Thanks for stopping by!

[@cd1168]

The Handy Hunter I was thinking the same thing. But I appreciate your ideas and willingness to share

[@Bruce23d]

If worried about the skids wearing out from rocks and such, you can add skid shoes. Basically it's a layer of metal that runs the bottom edge of the skid. You can hold them on with large metal hose clamps. I know it sounds backwoods, but we used this system on helicopter skids everyday. Called helicopter skid shoes on Google search.

[@TheHandyHunter]

Thanks Bruce! Great idea! Shouldn’t be too difficult to come up with something that gives more protection. Thanks for sharing!

[@bryleejohnson4444]

Do you have any videos about how you go about painting the barrel?

[@TheHandyHunter]

I currently don’t but will be working on one in the next month. Paint your whole barrel one solid color...like green. Then use painters tape to mark off camo blotches wherever you like and then paint them with your second color. You can use brown paper or newspaper to protect the other areas of overspray. Then do the 3rd color just like the 2nd. Put a good coat of clearcoat at final to protect. Hope that helps! Good luck and have fun!

[@bryleejohnson4444]

The Handy Hunter Thank you very much. Very helpful.

[@TheHandyHunter]

Brylee Johnson you are welcome!!

[@dugefresh7063]

How do you pwer it do you build or buy a motor?

[@TheHandyHunter]

You can buy the whole spinner box which protects the battery and motor and mounts to the bottom of the feeder. We have them in our amazon store if you need some good ones. Good luck.

[@gaelewis6623]

Where can you buy this feeder?

[@TheHandyHunter]

You can’t, you have to build it. There are others similar in stores but hard to find. Thanks for watching.

[@ralphsoria6065]

What is the angle of the cut on the legs

[@TheHandyHunter]

~20 degrees. Hope that helps!

[@rojasr70]

Awesome video! I do have a question, at what degree did you cut the legs both top and bottom, so they can be welded on an angle? Thanks!

[@TheHandyHunter]

They are cut between 17-20 degrees. I had to play with it a little so they arent perfect. I hate angles! Hope that helps!

[@chrissportsman9573]

Can you send me dimensions on all the parts for the base?

[@towboater69]

where did you get the lid and and what is made of / how does it hold onto the barrel?

[@towboater69]

Thanks

[@mattwheaton7191]

The lids for the 55 Barrel Feeders are from Boss Buck. They are made of pressed steel. You will have to clean, prime and paint them. I have found using truck bed liner spray instead of paint works best. Apply 2-3 coats for lasting performance. * I've built a couple "Bear-Proof" not on a sled like Steve's in this video. Amazon LINK for Lid: www.amazon.com/55-Gallon-Feeder-LID/dp/B01CTCW6YE/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Boss+Buck+Feeder+Lid&qid=1594688813&sr=8-5

[@bryleejohnson4444]

Question: What angle do you cut your brace legs at? I noticed they were cut on an angle, but I don't think you mentioned that angle.

[@bryleejohnson4444]

haha, actually nevermind I found where you answered that question down in the comments.

[@TheHandyHunter]

No worries! Good luck and let me know if you need any help!

[@pastorefton7909]

Where did you get the varmint guard?

[@TheHandyHunter]

You can find various ones on Amazon. I have links to some of them in our Amazon store under deer feeders. I hope that helps.

[@tonyaceto1169]

would this work with 1.5" sleds and 3/4" braces with a 1inch angle iron platform?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Did I answer your question good enough over email? Good luck and have fun!

[@tonyaceto1169]

@@TheHandyHunter Definitely did... working a week on and a week off for the county, and the projects are plentiful!... I'll get some pictures as they finish.

[@hectorgarza228]

Did anyone catch the dimensions of angle iron square?

[@TheHandyHunter]

24” wide. A drum base is 22.5 to 23.5 wide so it fits perfectly. Good luck!

[@hectorgarza228]

@@TheHandyHunter Cool 👍 thanks! Time to start getting all the materials allready talked to some one about getting the drum just need to pick it up

[@dannythetoesmasher]

Interested in your lid. How did you construct it sir?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Hi there, I get mine at bossbuck.com. Check them out and let me know if thats what you are looking for. Take care.

[@mackmaciel1154]

Can I ask what kind of welder are you using. I have a stick but looking into a wire or mig welder something that will weld this kind of material. PS I love your drag feeders!!!

[@TheHandyHunter]

Hi Mack, I have a Hobart Handler 140 Mig welder. It runs on 110v and I run shielding gas as well. Great little setup up for my kind of welding. Never had an ouch of trouble out of it and I run it hard. I’ve run it off a 30amp generator out in the field and it performed great too. Good luck and let me know what you decide.

[@rockinringleranchfilms3357]

What angle did you cut the legs at?

[@mattchilders3123]

I built one of these. They are as great as he describes them. I cut my legs at 42" and 17 degree angle. That made my legs about 3'10" wide at the bottom. That way it still fits in the back of my truck and it's wide enough so that it doesn't turn over when taking a corner at high rate of speed. :-)

[@jasonwaltrip9626]

Where did you get the funnel

[@TheHandyHunter]

Jason Waltrip Hi Jason, I get the lids and funnels from Bossbuck.com. They have a good selection of feeder supplies at reasonable prices. Hope that helps. You can email me if you need more info. [e-mail]

[@mattwheaton7191]

Boss Buck Funnel sold on Amazon: www.amazon.com/55-Gallon-Feeder-LID/dp/B01CTCW6YE/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Boss+Buck+Feeder+Lid&qid=1594688813&sr=8-5

[@andyhavens7570]

WHATS THE MEASUREMENTS OF THE LEGS AND SKIDS

[@TheHandyHunter]

Hi Andy, watch till the end and you hear me talk through the dimensions. Let me know if I can help. Take care.

[@andyhavens7570]

What is the measurements on the angle iron

[@TheHandyHunter]

24” x 24” exactly. Your drum will sit perfectly inside with just a little slack.

[@brentbogy9894]

Are your sled runners holding up to moving them around. I live in North Central Arkansas.. Lots of rock in the pastures..

[@TheHandyHunter]

Oh yeah! Holding up great! I just moved it across my farm the other day and it took me 5 minutes...i was flying. Now, it does help if it’s almost empty but you can pull it full as well. Build one...you’ll never regret it. Best thing I ever built. Good luck!

[@brentbogy9894]

Good deal thank you

[@TheHandyHunter]

You are welcome. I used 2” pipe on the sleds. I wouldn’t go smaller if you have rocks.

[@vicentesalinas8259]

Handy I dont have a barrel at the moment but wanted to get started. Do you remember what are the dimensions of the Squared Angle Iron where the barrel sits?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Hi Vincente, a metal barrel is 23 inches wide so I build my tray that it sits in at 24” exactly. That gives you 1/2 inch to spare on each side which is perfect. Build it 24” wide and you will be set to go! Good luck in your build!

[@texasbackroads55]

Can you send parts list and sizes you cut all parts?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Hi there, if you watch all the way to the end I walk through measurements and dimensions, etc. I’m working on a new feeder sled that’s easy to build than this one because it doesnt deal as much with difficult angles. That video should be out in a couple weeks when Im done. Hope that helps.

[@texasbackroads55]

I'm going to be building 4 like this for new 1000 ac deer lease here in tx. You did a awesome job . Im to old to be climbing ladders.

[@texasbackroads55]

What length did you cut your angle pcs

[@TheHandyHunter]

Outdoors thank you! Let me know if you need anything. My newer build is easy if you have time to wait. I have no complaints about the current sled in this video...i pull it all around my farm. Its so easy!

[@texasbackroads55]

All i need are the length of the angle iron pieces

[@vicentesalinas8259]

Great DIY! Is there a link to the plans/dimensions?

[@TheHandyHunter]

I do not have any plans but I give some dimensions as I walk through the video. You can use these as a guide but may want to adjust based on your needs, etc. Let me know how it goes!

[@vicentesalinas8259]

@@TheHandyHunter Thank you! At what angle did you cut the legs where you weld it to the square?

[@TheHandyHunter]

They are cut at about 17 degree (17-20 apprx). Hard to get it perfect but you can bulk weld to fill in the gaps...LOL! Good luck and keep in touch!

[@vicentesalinas8259]

@@TheHandyHunter one last question before I have all measurments lol. On the legs were they connect to the sled did you notch them or just crimp them? Thank you!

[@TheHandyHunter]

Vicente Salinas great question! I slightly squeezed them and then notched them. You don’t want to fully crimp them because that could be a weak spot to bend while pulling under load. Slightly squeezing them just makes it fit better longways on the skids. Shoot me a pic when you are done! You are going to love this setup! I pull mine all over the farm...so convenient! Good luck!

[@christophercatalano8541]

Nice, I think the only thing I would do different is put elbows on both sides of the sled so that I can hook my four wheeler to either side and pull it either direction without having to turn it too much.

[@TheHandyHunter]

Smart man! I will never again build a sled feeder or sled blind without elbows on both ends. Makes a big difference when you get into tight spots! Its just too easy to do up front and makes a big difference out in the field. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@christophercatalano8541]

Yeah, I imagine it can be hard to turn when it’s full of corn and you don’t have enough room to snatch it around with your four wheeler. I think I’m going to start building this next week. Thanks for the video!

[@therealmccoy70]

How much would you charge to build one?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Thanks for asking but I just dont have the time build for other people right now. I need to build two new sled feeders for myself but I’ve just been too busy with family, work, and farm stuff! Wish I could help ya.

[@therealmccoy70]

Well if you ever do i got some work for you lol

[@TheHandyHunter]

Sounds good. Where are you located?

[@hectorgarza228]

Liked and subscribed

[@basco5690]

We have a blind with a sled just like that

[@TheHandyHunter]

Sleds are awesome! I have a couple blinds on sleds too and love how mobile they are!

[@texasbackroads55]

Did you ever redesigned this feeder you said wait a couple of weeks?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Yes, video coming out later today! Sorry it took me so long!

[@TheYeti308]

Have you had to peel any bears off it . ?

[@TheHandyHunter]

No, only because we don’t have bears around our area.

[@TheYeti308]

@@TheHandyHunter Good Thing , Up here they would Stave it all up .

[@allandocater6296]

Stodoys has very good designs and plans.

[@romeliapolly5242]

I like that Allan. Thanks

[@MrTheeduck2000]

most everything in your store is unavailable. Are you Out of business?

[@TheHandyHunter]

Do you mean the Amazon links don’t work or Amazon is out of stock when you click on the link? I may need to check all the links. They go bad from time to time. Thanks for letting me know.

[@tp7393]

We feed the squirrels and shoot the deer if they poach the corn! Just kidding...Good video...🌾

[@dannythetoesmasher]

How did you hook up the solar panel and where did you get it and how does the unit function?

[@TheHandyHunter]

dannythetoesmasher Hi Danny! It's a 7 watt panel that runs directly to the 12v battery. You need to install a diode between the panel and the battery on the + wire to prevent backflow at night. I then connect the battery to the feeder motor. I would recommend putting a 12 volt regulator between the battery and motor to protect against solar surge. The battery stays 100% charged and is maintenance free. I'll do a video real soon on how to set it all up. Let me know if I can help you. Thanks for watching!

[@freedomiseverything2767]

how does it hold up to bear though

[@TheHandyHunter]

Im not sure since we don’t have bears in our area. They may be able to push it over. You could anchor it down and put a lockable hindged lid on it. Good luck!