It Doesn't Always Go According To Plan

Episode 8 - Our Pond is done and now we need water! We attempt to drive a well point to make a shallow well for the pond but not everything goes according to plan!

[@stanjuice]

No matter what country or culture, those Oldtimers are always ready to come out and inspect anything that you do/build😅 God bless them😌

[@marccalvert6040]

I love the 3 brothers sitting right there while you’re driving the pipe.😂 It’s pretty cool you have all that help.

[@dpheaslip]

I thought exactly the same thing. I wish I had a team of advisors/inspectors like that. I bet they’ve done a thing or two and have some knowledge??

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

With those advisors one could DIY any project like a PRO!

[@digdrivediy]

Having them around makes me not afraid to try anything!

[@fantasticfamily5004]

With those 3 gentlemen! You have a world of knowledge 👍🏼

[@grasub1]

Yes the water finding is called Devineing in ireland and it works. Go go

[@anthonyr.589]

I love how to older fellas in your community come out of no where and just help. Its nice to see.

[@nathalymartina]

Loving the helpers with the lawn chairs sitting right where you need to work 😂😂 they are invested in the project. Keep it up!

[@MakePlayPlay]

I’m from Cambodia. We dug a lot of wells. I would recommend that you build an A frame first. Use a very heavy metal pipe to drive the hole. We hook the chain to the heavy pipe, the the other end of the chain to the rope and the pulley resting on the A frame. The other end of the rope is hooked another pulley. We didn’t have any heady machinery to pull the rope. It was all human power. This brings back a lot of memory.

[@user-eo7ez3ov2n]

Wrong spot

[@ozzymd1]

I'm from Transylvania I dig wells to dispose of cadavers .

[@shable1436]

​@@ozzymd1after you suck their blood and turn into a bat? 😂

[@opietaylor9945]

I love how your uncles all come to help. Nothing cooler then a family coming together to achieve a goal. Water or no water it’s just a day learning with the family. Doesn’t get any better than that.

[@corollaae8645]

Lol, love all the “Supervisors “!

[@kaisalgawi791]

I agree. The family participation is the most moving part of the whole project.

[@ajrank]

Absolutely true 💯!!!

[@garrylearmonth9313]

All that was needed was some beer and a BBQ and it would have been perfect....... oh and to strike free flowing water too of course. lol

[@stephenwagener349]

Not just the amazing project - a family of American men with WITHOUT a huge waistline. Now that’s truly amazing. Well done

[@digdrivediy]

That's the first time hearing that but thanks! Never thought of that :)

[@MIGHTYX2010]

Great video here thanks for all the information Good luck on striking water... Worth the watch! 😊 Thumbs up 👍

[@CJB911]

Watching your dad and uncles is great. You’re a lucky guy to have them around and still get right in the trenches with you, that’s awesome.

[@maxh1445]

This was my exact thought when I watched this. So great to see family like that all coming together. The young and the old. Has to feel good to have that much love around you.

[@CJB911]

@@maxh1445 I couldn’t agree more. I wish I had it, I know that!

[@workingmanrondoyle3287]

Congratulations on the 100k mark. Did you try power washing the well down? Make up a open ended well point from a 2"x10' stick of galvanized pipe by drilling holes. Place a sewer nozzle point ( having multiple angles) onto the end of a 50' pressure washer hose with the gun trigger on the other end. Shove that down the well point and (hold on!) All the crap will overflow and keep pushing the 2" well point down until you reach the desired depth. Place a trash pump or large shop vacuum in the hole to evacuate the sludge. Happy well driving to ya😉

[@hextremelydesirable1648]

mud is not whats stopping this process. its very simple. the type of metal used in this system is incorrect. it might be able to handle the pressure but not the impacts. this metal absorbs the blows, lessening the force driven down to the tip. also, dont use the siphon screen portion for this DRIVING process. use all pipes to get to desired depth, then pull it back out and then shove the siphon screen portion down. this will prevent damage to the weaker siphon portion. "how will you know when youve hit water then?" its doubtful you would know when you hit water anyway being that there wouldnt be a substantial amount of natural water pressure to push it up anyhow. he probably went through the water table, just needed a pump to suction it out. HEX coin $0.02 PULSECHAIN $0.0001 PLSX $0.00003

[@hextremelydesirable1648]

pain in the butt, but shoving a camera snake down everytime you get 2 feet deeper, to check for water saturation inside the siphon portion might help (if you continue to use the siphon portion on the 1st section like youve been doing) (risking damage to that weaker section)

[@VirtualWonderBoy]

Amazing to see 2 different generations of brothers and family get together. Ended the first round with a lot of ingenuity along the way. Even if the old timers can't put in the elbow grease, there's always guidance, wisdom & holding the rod with a pitchfork! Great stuff mates.

[@musicgravelvideos]

Looks like good ol' family fun! Good luck finding the artesian well!

[@dwjr5129]

The time spent with your dad and uncles was worth the whole failed experiment. I’d give my right arm to have just one more day with my dad and his brothers. ❤

[@kaval1er]

Yes.

[@bill944]

I was skeptical about dowsing rods when I saw a guy doing it. He gave me the rods and it worked like a champ. Made me an instant believer when they were in my hands and I didn't manipulate them at all. Craziest thing I ever saw! Used them to locate water lines and electrical.

[@ofeliahunter9129]

I just happened to come up on your DIYs. What kept me watching was the art of using all the heavy machinery. My dad, who passed away 15 years ago was a heavy machine operator for more than 50 years. Many people who knew him have told me he was the best machine operator in Texas. He did a little bit of everything. I admire those who have the niche to use these machines. I remember being like your daughters and watching my dad work on backhoes and maintainers. Thank you for bringing those memories. And keep the art of heavy machinery going. Good luck in your many ventures from Texas.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks for sharing that with us. I bet I would have got along with your Dad just fine. Appreciate you watching!

[@VanderJam]

Really enjoyed watching the old timers help with the well. Pretty cool to see how interested they were.

[@brucemitchell5637]

At 14:51 i love seeing your Dad and Uncles sitting in lawn chairs with a patio umbrella and a table full of wobbly pops watching the free entertainment. They definitely have style! LOL!

[@gregkahle9046]

Lol, that's what I was thinking! It would be awesome to hear some of their stories.

[@attaat]

100,000! It should be at 1,000,000+. Easily one of the best channels on you tube and always a joy to watch.

[@allaboutperspective650]

I totally agree with you, genuine and I love the family spirit.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much guys. I grateful to have folks that like to watch and follow along.

[@leahpennington6719]

This is my favorite video yet! It reminded me of how my Dad, or my Father in law would walk around in a plaid shirt with decades of knowledge loving helping us with projects. Doesn't matter what country (I'm in Canada) old farmers all move the same. Loved it. With that kind of support and help, you'll get that water well!

[@josephbadger5234]

What an incredible example of family, friendship, faithfulness, diligence, creativeness, work ethic, amazingly positive attitude, and I’m guessing, His fruit across generations. What a blessing.

[@paulm1365]

Congratulations on the 100k. Loved your three original crew members and their lawn chairs.

[@davidgarrett7673]

love the pond - cant wait for how you get water and keep it clean tips and tricks

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

And all the opened beer cans. Nothing like a beer and a good show haha!

[@steffen707-]

Emotional support is huge!😂🎉

[@Wiz101Geek]

And the umbrella 😂

[@Craig2142]

I loved the lawn chairs too. I lost my support crew over the years, but seeing this brought back memories of those who have passed and the fun and support we had.

[@DCW020905]

I love the part when you said, "the inspectors are here". 😂 Just a constant reminder that family is everything. Thanks for sharing.

[@Rob_NABS]

Doing a job with what you have and some ingenuity. Absolutely fantastic! The shots of the brothers in their chairs, supervising, hilarious.

[@Idlecodex]

Great family gather! That’s what I like the most in you video! Can’t wait to see your pond filled!

[@ponypwr]

Just having family and friends working together on the project makes it worth it! Congrats on 100k+ subs! We watch because in many ways many of us can relate!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much.

[@FLPhotoCatcher]

@@digdrivediy I would think that just pumping water into the pond to less than a foot below the rim would go a long ways toward keeping it clean. Basically, the ground would act as a big sand filter. Personally, I wouldn't like adding dye to the pool. It's another chemical and cost.

[@gmankillian2933]

Congratulations! On 100K nice to see families working together!

[@phillipbuelow8738]

I’m a well driller. From what I’ve experienced from drilling thousands of water wells is dowsing does not work. What a great video to watch. The whole thing is entertaining.

[@Geekster896]

I liked the map you showed. I was born and raised in Defiance. Graduated from Tinora in 1985. I live in Knoxville Tennessee now.

[@TommyIsATwat]

You sound like an Englishman, with the little happy words and turns of phrase you use. You have inspired me greatly with this amazing pond build!

[@DrummerZoot]

This was definitely INFO-TAINMENT! It was so great to see how your dad and his brothers were all there helping and then more family came in. Your videos are entertaining and well made. Thank you for having us along on your adventures and experiences. Congratulations, Neil, on 100k subscribers mark!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much as always!

[@gregd931]

Best part about this video is the Koch royalty lounging back with all the empties sitting on the folding table, all whispering among themselves how this is never gonna work. "Let the boy wear himself out" must have been hanging in the air like like the smell of the first Summer rain. I would bet the few dollars I have that you have made at least 2 calls to actual well drillers at this point. Aside from that whole debacle, the cement pond is looking fabulous there Don Quixote. Hey! there's an idea. Build a windmill to pump water! Love home brother. Look forward to the next chapter in this saga.

[@hydrashieldbasementservice8453]

A bunch of decades of experience with the OG farmers. love your farm and pond.... God bless from NJ!! We use a similar pile driver for setting pilings for docks.

[@hydrashieldbasementservice8453]

we also use water pressure to drive pilings.

[@hydrashieldbasementservice8453]

I would try closer to the street other fountains are across the street?? dousing rods work!!

[@hydrashieldbasementservice8453]

If you didn't hit water digging the pond I'd say you won't hit close to the pond. move closer to the street.

[@drewanderson8279]

I found you last week with the pond video. I went back and watched every video of your pond build. I like your style of editing. My family looks forward to your uploads now!! Thank you for sharing your ups and downs. Your 1 of the real ones on youtube!

[@yukonjack8103]

I love seeing your family pitch in to help!

[@tmaddrummer]

When I saw your Drum set, I knew you were a genius! I've enjoyed watching your progress with this pond project. Thanks and Blessings!

[@andrewsamanthamadison3320]

You’re a lucky dude to have all those friends around to lend a hand! Good job on everything!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much. I am certainly a lucky dude for sure!

[@chrisgarty]

Very cool to see the skills of problem solving, persistence, and patience in action! 😀

[@gordonpasha3126]

Before changing method, you can try injecting water at 2 or 3 bars. in the filter tip. I remember that those who made wells 60 years ago in the farmhouses in the Po Valley, told me that they injected water while the pile driver was driving the filter. It is an operation that keeps the filter clean and lubricates the walls of the hole.

[@jayjohnson5822]

So awesome that you have all that life experience around you. I learned more from my grandfather than any formal education. Farmers just get stuff done!

[@lynetteledoux2845]

Just the hanging out, helping each other out, visiting and enabling all to be involved was excellent - probably the best part.

[@skyspop3874]

If you look at your map of old free flowing water and draw a line connecting the wells you may find the water your looking for. You may have to run some pipe to get where you want but I'd bet that water is all connected. Video was great, I kept waiting for a gusher. Don't give up. It's great anticipation for viewers. Good luck.

[@lancesavageau8698]

I had a friend that wanted a well by his goat pasture, he did the well bi hand 5 ft pipe bi hand with a garden hose on half throttle. He got to the end of the pipe added another 5 ft section and away he went. It took him most of the summer and enough pipe to go 98 ft. He hit a artesian spout. Got his water in summer and winter. Scott has been gone for probably 15 years now and the well still runs and the neighborhood enjoys a ice rink that they call Scott's play ground. Good Luck

[@codelicious6590]

That was very fun to watch, Ill bet it was even more fun to be there watching! Lol Ya never know too, just a few feet away you could hit that spring fifteen feet down!

[@53Ericd]

Congratulations on the over 100K. I'm 70+ years old, and yes, I have set a well point with my grandfather when I was about 14 years old. His place was on Four Mile Lake in Dexter, MI. I can tell you for a free flowing artesian well, a few feet one way or another can make a difference. Back when I helped my grandfather, we used a hand held fence post driver made of a larger pipe with a weight at the top end and a smaller pipe horizontally threw the larger as a handle. We would left and slide drive the well pipe. I enjoy seeing your pond build, and all the family help. Please keep posting your work.

[@scottterry4590]

It was really nice to see the generations all coming together, family and farm life. You’re lucky man.

[@sociallydistancedinseattle7070]

Years ago, my grandfather needed to drill a well. The water table varies in depth and there was no fancy equipment to find the quickest path to the water. He had a friend of a friend who knew how to dowse. It seemed really nuts but he came out and found a couple spots where the pipe could go without tons of drilling. It actually worked. They’ve all passed on now but maybe somebody out there could try dowsing to make the job easier? The well may not be where you want it but it could allow you to find the water. Maybe just another interesting video.

[@barrysimmons5489]

All the well drillers I've observed work right off of the surface. Dig yer hole after you get water as needed. You might consider renting a hydraulic jackhammer for the hoe... Wishing y'all every good fortune. Thanks for sharing. Blessings

[@Tdale85]

I’ve seen several people find wells with the two metal rods. It’s an art for sure. Congrats on 100K!

[@trevorhawkins8757]

The girls at the end were “witching” for a well using two metal rods

[@carlwest859]

That system can locate the drainage tiles or pipes running through the yard. Also can locate power lines and gas lines. How it works is a controversial and dark subject.

[@GrannySmith123]

My buddy Dave I used to work with uses willow limbs. Never fails if you got underground water on your place he'll find it!

[@squidge903]

Witching for water has been roundly debunked.

[@slowfinger2]

@@squidge903 The debunk is a load of bunk. It works.

[@littlejason99]

Thank YOU Neil for taking us along on your adventures! Congrats on the 100k! Can't wait to see when you pass a million!

[@livingproof9622]

I wish my dad had done like you and recorded everything. You will live on forever and your grandkids will be able to watch you and all the ones that come after who’ll never meet you. You live on forever and that’s awesome. Thanks for the great videos too.

[@robertsnyder6982]

Love the older family "consultants" joining in the effort. I loved, enjoyed watching this effort in its various iterations. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to seeing the next effort to find water. It's there. Punch enough holes and you will be rewarded.

[@david45hgv39]

Here in England I can only dream of having enough land to do what you're doing. Really enjoying your videos and love it all the family are involved including the older wiser heads. Subscribed. Keep up the good work

[@kathleenturley1561]

Love that you have "family" around. That is what it is all about! And to have those 3 brothers alive is priceless. Just came around your channel. Congratulations on the 100,000 plus

[@roxanneonthemove4187]

You are so lucky to have such a great family that is willing to help out. In farm communities that is what it is all about, neighbors helping each other. I loved that your “supervisors” brought their own folding chairs.😂

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Well done reaching 100k! I never once thought you would fail, nor did I care that you did... it was very pleasant to see family working together on a project. It brought back a lot of memories from my teens when my friends and I were the muscle for our fathers and uncles who had projects like this. Wanting to succeed, wanting to make the old guys proud of our hard work, tenacity, and resourcefulness. Hard work is fun when there's a common goal. I miss it, and I see it so little these days. Thanks for this great series.

[@JW-uy8ej]

I’m invested in this whole pond project now! I like your style and I love your family. You’ve got my subscription. 👍🏻

[@IR8GRANDSRT8]

Excellent info-tainment! I’m a huge believer in the dousing rods, used to use them in backyard suburb water pipe location, never failed me.

[@tyronecampbell6959]

Sometimes you can use water to drive the rods down,we used to do that process when doing subdivisions.

[@doubtingtom92]

I love the learn by doing method. It's a genuine honest way of figuring out how things work on your own through trial and error. This was a wholesome enjoyable video to watch seeing the family and neighbors come help out. I wish I could be part of a community as helpful and connected as the one you've created for yourself. Can't wait to see more of the progress.

[@mgmcd1]

God bless your three supervisors. I lost my dad 8 years ago and miss him all the time.

[@rchavez5056]

What a wholesome family. You have a new subscriber. 👍🏼

[@randyclyde4939]

Neal, you've earned every subscriber! Your honesty, hard work, and overall approach is something we all enjoy!. Congratulations on 100K +!!! Great video, how fortunate you have such a great "supervisory crew". Be with them and learn from them every day. Thanks for you and your family! Be well, be safe!

[@tonynieuwlandt5407]

Loved seeing all the Uncles there helping. Congratulations on 100K. And yes I believe the witching/dousing rods work, I use that method at work all the time to find underground pipes.

[@88rollins]

A great watch- thanks for posting! 👍

[@holinesschild85]

I love the “supervisors”! Sweet memories. My grandpa use to always come down to “supervise” me and my husband working on our farm projects. Enjoyed the video.

[@timrainwater3969]

Congrats on 100k + subs! Great video-what a blessing to see all the wisdom involved. Miss my Dad every day. He was always interested in any projects I dreamt up. 👍

[@vw0514]

We find buried water lines all the time with divining rods. Hopefully you'll be able to drill down at the right spot. Good video!

[@DetroitQueen74]

This was the best "infotainment" video I've ever watched. The teamwork and effort was stellar 👍🏼💪🏼

[@nolansteiner4771]

i'm jealous of all your tools & equipment & helpers. nice channel, I learn a lot from watching too....mostly on problem solving.

[@goose4284]

My parents built a home in the country in central Illinois in the 70’s. I got to help witch the well. I will tell you right now, it works. Not sure what the wood was, but it was shaped in a y and when it was ran over water, you could not stop It from pointing down. The well was dug there and yep, there was water.

[@nickk4010]

So glad the algorithm recommended your channel. I love your videos, your demeanor and the general way you go about doing things the best you can. I'm sure the growth will be monumental from here, already at 112k, probably to 200k in no time. Please keep up the great videos!

[@watkinstreefarm6880]

Problem solving. It will all work out. Love it!! Your family it awesome to jump in and help. Great video Neal. Congrats on 100,000!!!

[@rogue___tr00per24]

I love it, what you see is what you get. Entertaining as well. At worst, you spent some quality time with family, and including your uncles and dad was the most important thing thing you did that day, trust me on this !!

[@jdbrepair]

I love that you built a spudder to drive the well point in the ground. Witching for water does work.

[@thomlindgren6253]

Great project and teamwork. Nothing is ever a failure if you learn from the experience. Seeing the way everyone pulled together was very inspiring. Looking forward to the next step. Thanks for sharing and congrats on 100,000.

[@Wydglide]

Congratulations Neil on the 100,000 Subs! Good to see somebody being genuine on KZbin

[@dapperdanny2957]

Bro, you are living the American dream right there. I love all the family support you have.👍💯🔥you are truly blessed!! Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@LancerX916]

This reminded me of when I would visit my grandparents on their horse ranch. My grandfather was always doing some sort of project like this around the property.

[@WeGoWalk]

I’ve always wanted to farm, all my life, but got stuck. Looks like you and your family have a lot of fun together in doing your projects!

[@TS-om7vb]

Thanks for being honest with your sharing. I find that things rarely go as planned and seeing the creativity and perseverance to get it done is heartening. Well wishes to you and yours.

[@alexanderlimosnero6648]

This video had me on the edge of my seat! Please try again! Dowsing rods definitely work; certainly for electrical lines, and often for water lines. I don't have experience with wells, but I'd say it's worth a shot. They operate on basic principles of electromagnetism. Basically, standing over an electric current will cause the conductive metal wires to cross. This next part is just speculation, but it appears that some people are better "conductors", thus they get faster, more accurate results. Definitely not witchy, just one way of observing the unseen fields of energy around us. God bless you and your family.

[@perryhertler5198]

Great content! I enjoyed watching the problem solving.

[@lisapochecalhoun]

I’m sorry you didn’t hit water - this time - but I love the supervisors and the whole family helping out. You’re a fortunate man!

[@savannahsmiles1797]

bring in a water witch-dowsing for dollars

[@lucasthornton5676]

I’m sure you will figure out how to fill the pond. The set up was great, portable shade, picnic table, assorted beverages, & lots of help. Congrats on 100K!

[@nghbrhds]

Just randomly stumbled onto this video series and I just have to say.. the fact that you have that much love surrounding you just willing to work, offer advice or just watch is amazing to see.

[@digdrivediy]

Yes it is. I'm grateful

[@GordonDesira]

Watching from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 . Very interesting viewing and joy your energy and enthusiasm. Well done mate

[@court2379]

Based on what you said the soil is like, try jetting it instead of driving it. Get a good flow of water, smash piece of steel pipe to narrow the opening till a decent jet comes out and to keep larger rocks from pluging the end (if a rock gets thru it is smaller than the pipe and will come out). Dig a hole near the site for the tailings and water to drain into. If large enough the dirt will settle enough to be pumped back thru. Once you get it to the depth you want pull the pipe back up and drop in your screen tip. It may take a few hits but should be easy going.

[@deborahpetipas9365]

My dad worked as an ag pilot (cropduster) for decades. He told me farmers were some of the smartest most ingenious people he ever worked with. Inventions were common and it was astounding to see what all they could do. My hats off to you and your family!

[@LTD-LOOFON]

You made a meal out of that. Loved the old boys sitting back sipping beer watching you work.

[@brada4018]

Well done brother, you have lovely family God bless 🙌.

[@rustyul]

Your pond building series has been very informative and entertaining. I love the latest about the well. Keep going, I'm sure you'll get it eventually!

[@markschoell9423]

Wonderful to see such a supportive family! Bless you all

[@paulm.8554]

The title definitely undersells this absolutely hilarious and entertaining video. 🤣 So many great moments!

[@clayz1]

I’ve done the well witching thing with coat hangers straightened out with 3” els to hold on to. It succeeded in finding the water pipe into the house, under the front yard. I’ve seen it work.

[@earljeremy2364]

I cant wait to see the next episode, such a cool project. I also love seeing all the family and friends pitching in doing what they can.

[@renomountainbikingladytime1652]

I was looking for the dousing! Congratulations on the subscriber achievement! & thank you for providing a genuine, honest look into your trials and tribulations and the friends and family that are with you along the way while you build your little piece of heaven on earth…. It’s a connection I think many of us are missing for one reason or another, so to see it reminds us that there are relatable people all across the country… when you open yourself up to show the hits and the misses, you create a place where people can enjoy themselves learning right along with you… that might sound easy, or maybe you just have the knack to make it look easy… can’t wait to see the next video, I feel like you’re gonna hit it out of the park! Lol

[@alexportuano4816]

Sir! This video is amazing! Watching 2 generations working together. You are truly blessed 🙌. Loved it!

[@corksoaked6143]

Good luck on finding water, Neil! Keep at it and you'll find success. Always love your videos and we'll keep coming back to see what's next! Congrats on 100K, an amazing accomplishment that has taken a lot of time and hard work on your end!! Wish you nothing but the best!

[@McKameyFarms]

I’m relatively new to the channel, but love your content and editing! The gathering of men on the projects is awesome and is what it’s all about! Take care, Brandon

[@ramake5795]

Congrats on your new subscribers - including me! Love how the family came together to help!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much!