Bulletproof Solar Panel Bunker Door Build - (unlimited energy!)

[@JerryRigEverything]

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[@bigchr1s939]

HENNESSEY VELOCIRAPTOR

[@ryanw9051]

I would choose nothing because “influencer giveaways” are scams and there is no chance of winning.

[@Pray4MePls23]

Use the money to buy books for your uncle

[@TaylorHaubrich]

The gold plated cyber truck because gold is up to $2,500 an ounce. I'd strip that sucker and have a huge wad of cash in my pocket and still have a cyber truck. 😂

[@MartinWilsey]

The Gold Cybertruck.

[@loekspoelder]

You should put hydraulic struts on the emergency exit shaft door, so that if anything is laying on top of it it doesn't become impossible to open.

[@jackcarsen6247]

yeah like what if a real rock falls on top of it. you gotta still be able to open it

[@joshuahuman1]

@@jackcarsen6247 Better hope you don't have an emergency when its rock mating season.

[@meldeebueno]

​@@joshuahuman1😂

[@alexdrockhound9497]

yep, if theres a tornado and large chunks of the house get blown over the exits, without hydraulics thered be no way to get out, and the solar panels would stop working. Or even snow and ice could make it very very hard to open.

[@alexdrockhound9497]

could even be a manually operated hydraulic cylinder such as a car jack.

[@daylen577]

On the solar efficiency, keep in mind that those acrylic sheets will weather, and that they don't let heat dissipate. Solar panels work best when cold, so you might want to look into a water cooling loop (that can be done with a little 10-watt pump and a bucket, realistically) or something similar

[@Galaxywolf712]

you should make a lock for the sliding bunker door kids can easily slide it open and fall when playing around the solar panels

[@calorion]

Yes, this is what I was thinking. Someone, at some point, is going to fall down that thing.

[@FinnsLab]

was thinking the same. something like remote opening locks of some kind would be nice. and maybe some magnets to hold the sliding door in places when its closed and not locked.

[@calorion]

@@FinnsLab Or even open! I can see people trying to climb into that thing during a storm and having that thing blow shut on them.

[@hoofhearted4]

ofc theres going to be a lock. wouldnt be much of a bunker if anyone could get in lol

[@JerryRigEverything]

we will for sure!

[@The8BitGuy]

Why bifacial panels? The bottom will never receive any light. I am also concerned about the plexiglass deteriorating in the sun, but also causing the panels to overheat. But the thing I’m amazed by is that 400 watts can run everything! I think that’s a testament to how efficient underground buildings are. Probably doesn’t need much air conditioning or heating.

[@JerryRigEverything]

I like the bifacial since they will let light though. But yeah they do warm up considerably.

[@noxikid]

I would make them opening in vertical position facing east-west on top of the sliding, since they are bifacial.

[@fgaviator]

Oh, "The Solar Guy" is also here! 😉

[@MattBlank0]

Probably because they were free.

[@dmhzmxn]

​@@JerryRigEverythingwanted to let you know that having someone pay to enter a sweepstakes or lottery is illegal 😅 May wanna double check that

[@Ranstone]

Solar guy here. Might wanna look into UV permeable acrylic. Most plastic is UV opaque, and I have seen it lower the efficiency of a panel 80%. Glass is the same, but for different reasons.

[@theamazinglandshark]

Whats the point of having bifacial if only one side faces the sun?

[@MattsAwesomeStuff]

Also acrylic readily absorbs moisture and changes size a surprising amount. And, Zach appears to think all clear plastics are identical. I've never heard of anyone making bulletproof glass out of acrylic. That's polycarbonate, a completely different material. Acrylic will shatter like glass. Poly gums up. Both scratch easily. This seems like not a very wise or well-researched choice. I don't think it does any of the things it's wanted to do, and meanwhile comes with a lot of drawbacks.

[@deltajohnny]

@theamazinglandshark I was wondering the same... I guess because they let some light in?

[@MiesvanderLippe]

@@theamazinglandshark sunlight reflecting from the surface below. Most effective on big agricultural solar arrays AFAIK.

[@MiesvanderLippe]

I think the biggest benefit in this application is knowing whether it’s sun out from light passing through. $300 a piece is way expensive though.

[@waimoe3085]

You should build a small shed and use the roof or the panels. The shed will hide the entrance and you have an extra layer of protection that blends in with normal backyards.

[@avreve]

but that would mean even less airflow. which wouldnt be a problem if he already put in a system.

[@MisterLEM0NS]

It's worth noting that those panels are going to *B A K E* under those plexi panes which will drastically reduce their efficiency and simultaneously raise the temperature of the space below. You may want to consider forcing some air under them to keep the temperature within the realm of reason. It's also worth considering having some sort of constant load on the system because having silicon panels in the sun getting real hot and delivering no power is no good for the life of the panels themselves. For me, I made a powered bird bath pulling 3 amps from 10AM to 8PM and a ventilation fan that runs when the panels are active for a system half the size that powers my shed.

[@zerumsum1640]

Don't bother man, he's made a toxic pressure cooker if his wiring ever has any hot issues (all of his raceway is PVC gutter), the acrylic is going to weaken in the sun over time and also reduce efficiency, I've seen a few gaps in the paint of the metal so far that are gonna rust out, and people have mentioned all of this. the electrical system he's decided on here wouldn't pass safety checks for an enclosed space (which this is) and his wife is in a wheelchair and won't be able to get out quickly if anything happens.

[@TheOfficialStal]

​@@zerumsum1640 While all quite valid points, particularly corrosion, it's not a permanent living space. Assuming the wiring is properly fused and load tested it's fine, nothing in a bunker should be high draw anyway for the sake of energy conservation. It's basically the electrical system of a boat or a motorhome.

[@Neopumper666]

@@TheOfficialStal It's _meant_ to be a permanent living space. That's the whole point of making a bunker

[@robblly8112]

@@Neopumper666 when he says it's to survive the zombie apocalypse, you realize he's kidding, right?

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

​@@robblly8112why are so many of the elites building bunkers within the past several years? Maybe they know something we don't 🤷

[@stm91]

I know this is mostly a KZbin set piece but these two panels being enough is highly optimistic. Especially in winter.

[@howa08]

Thanks for stamping "this is Real speed" on the plasma cut part, I would have thought it was sped up. That thing moves crazy, impressively fast. CNC machines rock.

[@photorealm]

That entry is about the coolest one I have ever seen. Its multi functional and looks like its just solar panels , not a secret entry to the hidden world below.

[@panagiotispappas1001]

Ah yes, just another Tuesday am I right? Thanks for the tutorial Zack, now I know what I’ll do tomorrow! 🙏❤️

[@jimboh.2654]

It's almost Thursday 🎉

[@mjc0961]

Sir... This is Wednesday.

[@The20sbelike-wwww3]

Its not Tuesday my guy

[@comfortouch]

I feel your sarcasm... Maybe if a project like this is beyond your reach, you should be watching 'how to make money' channels instead.

[@threadmarkone]

I'm looking forward to the upcoming videos. How it seals from the outside, Not for fallout but just leakage also radon, Airflow/air filtration, camera's for defence, water, toilets. Lots to do! can't wait.

[@ConReese]

You can increase the light capture by using reflective panels near the site that can reflect light onto the surface. We use these during off peak seasons to keep a steady flow. Our setup currently peaks in the fall funny enough as the reflectors add about 3x the solar energy to the same surface area and the lower temperatures allow them to operate more efficiently

[@4louisMC]

10:09 How could you!? "Glass is Glass, and Glass breaks!"

[@ihatemarmalade1]

Your kids are going to have the best sleepovers with their friends. 8 year old me would of loved visiting my friends house with a bunker... Current me would too.

[@dubious6718]

Should never leave kids alone down there.

[@CharlieTheAstronaut]

It is an enclosed space, I would not really let kids play in there lol.

[@Lizlodude]

Kids: My house has a pool! Zach's kid: My house has a bunker!

[@alexanderlinderson2655]

3:49 Jerry's spitting that alliteration

[@Firebird8421]

Next you should attach a railing to the sliding panel that pops up when you slide it open. That would be a nice touch.

[@brecken.mp3]

We need more of these Bunker videos man I’ve been watching since the first one and this progress has been crazy to watch!

[@comfortouch]

That spray foam under the rock looks like a great place for rodents to nest. Acrylic sheets often have a UV protectant in them to keep them from turning yellow... that UV protectant will also reduce the rays getting to your solar panels, reducing their output. I noticed you put a lift in for your wife instead of a ladder. Good job.

[@CharlieTheAstronaut]

Not sure about the rock. But yeah that ultra-thick acrylic will reduce the efficiency noticeably.

[@fostervf16]

Would you rather sacrifice efficiency or have broken panels that don't work at all?

[@CharlieTheAstronaut]

@@fostervf16 Fair point, but the bunker ins made for longevity, and I am afraid the acrylic will discolor after time, given it will be heated extremely. It is just a point worth considering, but he will have a wind turbine as well, so solar will not be the only source.

[@johnlockington9872]

Very cool build. Love the concept. For practical purposes I recommend having a solar panel ground mount at a fixed angle facing south. The build up of dust and debris at ground level on a flat solar panel will quickly take away all power production. And those living in the bunker will have no way to come out and clean the panels.

[@najafbaig89]

9:10 for I sec I though he is drilling in his foot 😂😂

[@MrE_]

Same here lol

[@gambiercam4791]

Yep! Made me giggle when it missed for sure

[@freerangemtb]

Same here!

[@How_To_Drive_a_TARDIS]

Yeah me too

[@NikhilSinghRajpoot]

Man this is soo awsome! You can add magnetic door seals ( similar to ones that are used in refrigerator) to keep water and other rodents out! Use an air purifier inside bunker as it will make it airtight, but also serve as a true bunker!

[@PureRushXevus]

2:50 thanks for including that note saying it's real time speed.. I was in awe over that, holy crap!

[@Casper042]

Your sliding hatch slides the wrong way. Unless you want Cambry to have to do a sweet jump to get from the grass to the elevator. When it's fully open, the side by the bunker is low enough to be easily rolled over. But that side is the open pit, not the elevator unless I am mistaken.

[@enitalp]

Putting biracial panels flat on the “ground” is original. I’m using them vertically not as efficient than with an angle, but I live in a cold place with lots of snow and ice. And the vertical panels don’t need cleanups, so they work much better than “correctly” angled panels. And it make great “fences that produce electricity”

[@BrentDnD]

I can't wait to see this bunker fully fitted out. It's been an adventure watching it all come together.

[@Gastell0]

You can make a fan in that hatch that swings from the side up so you can still conveniently use that hatch for venting when working inside. Also can put a strong magnet at either ends of this movable hatch to slightly lock it in place at either end

[@IppiopaidFEEDBACK]

Great job! I would put a huge screensaver over that acrylic to keep it from being scratched up. I know some places sell that plastic screensaver material by the foot.

[@tekguru8]

All those S words are SENSATIONAL!

[@HamidRazaHodaei]

Hello, I like your videos very much 😍😘 I am Iranian 💯🇮🇷

[@keeponsmiling999]

10:10 Zach, you didn't say it right. " Glass is glass and glass breaks"

[@Jamie-d6g]

wrong timestamp but yea lol

[@keeponsmiling999]

​@@Jamie-d6g I fixed it

[@adventurtle2533]

He didn't say the thing... HE DIDNT SAY THE THING

[@keeponsmiling999]

Thank you for the heart zack.

[@Lizlodude]

Yeah he said the first bit and I'm like yeah? and? AND?!? 🤣

[@Movie_Nerd2k24]

I really am astonished when I watch your videos, how much work is it that you do and you always sound relaxed, happy and amazing.. These prizes are all amazing, I'm not lucky at all but I would choose 100k in cash cuz my country isn't that advanced for the Cybertruck....

[@amthebear]

I don’t know if I missed it in the video but what about sun damage to the acrylic?

[@debohannan4315]

You could build a small shed building g on that sliding frame then put solar panels on top that way no one can step on them and the building can be designed to slid open as lift goes up .. Lots of interesting ideas out there a d love your videos.

[@MistahMOB]

That Hennessy truck is SO much more badass than that weird looking Cybertruck. That's a sick giveaway

[@smartduck904]

Make sure to use a hydrophobic coating on those plexiglass panels it helps with dust and water buildup although I think you should have mounted it at a slight angle

[@Xmc1-0]

It would be cool to have a port near the hatch so you can attach extra solar panels if needed. It looks great so far!

[@Rostol]

you can add white cardboard or acrylic behind the solar panels., you'll get the benefit of reflected light for the rear, and still get diffused light downstairs. they'll look less cool tho. loved the sliding door.

[@astro143_]

How does that solar lid work with the lift/how does Cambrys chair get up and over it? Will the exit hatch get a gasket for weather sealing? How does the solar panel lock such that kids don't slide the door and fall in? I realize you can only put so much into the youtube video, but I would love all the nitty gritty details. Love the series so far! I can't believe how far the bunker has come.

[@dubious6718]

He gonna milk this for what its worth, so you will see that in another video.

[@maffrew]

I too was wondering how she would get onto that lift in her chair, but I guess could just have a little movable ramp to get up on the solar panels and then from the solar panels get onto the lift.

[@JoshHimler]

Cambry’s going to have to use an off-road not-a-wheelchair to get over that slider lip

[@LostPilotage]

Yes, I was surprised the sliders didn't go the other way to leave at grade access to the lift. It seems backwards currently, but I suppose we will see soon enough. I think that acrylic needs to go under the solar panels too. It looks sharp though, nice work.

[@XA-JJKILLERs]

​@@LostPilotagethey do get snow so it being that tall is a plus

[@subwaystories1031]

Cold hard cash would help me get back in track. Had a couple of downsides these past years, and it would help me get back on my feet totally. Best of luck, guys!

[@kwirl]

one day this is going to be a crazy zillow listing

[@brickandgear]

That laser cutter is exactly like my 3D printer! Except for the laser... and the speed... and the metal cutting... and the size... Dammit...

[@dudeonmars4495]

Jerry is the pure definition of go big or go home 😂

[@shanekarvin]

He went big at home

[@AndrewMaciejewski]

Love the rock entry! I might consider the 100k to go for the new 4runner, but the cybertruck is a close 2nd 😅

[@akamran01]

The only reason why he's building this is because Agent 47 knows something we don't.

[@Cyandog102]

Who?

[@oli.2844]

He’s mormon. They believe in the second coming of christ/rapture or something like that

[@wracksdenoh5166]

​@@oli.2844 how does a bunker help against the second coming of Christ

[@Phearsum]

@@oli.2844 Or he's paying attention to how close we are to nuclear war. Only the ignorant and normalcy bias sheep aren't preparing for what's coming.

[@akamran01]

@@Cyandog102 there's a fictional character by the name of Agent 47 who is a hitman. Both Zack and Agent 47 are bald and have a similar build hence the joke

[@Cyberpunk042]

This solar panels setup is dope. 🤟😀🚀❤

[@CedroCron]

That $100K would come in so handy because I recently had an accident and ended up Paraplegic. That money would come in so handy to renovate my home for my new condition. I spend most of my day in bed with chronic pain, but more over because our house is older and very narrow and it's a disability nightmare. Thanks for the chance to win. I could really use it! Also you might consider a filtered air intake in your barn but piped to the shelter so the intake is protected.

[@meganathanp20]

its secure bunker... already watched this video in 3Lakh peoples.....its fun....😍😍😍

[@lectrician7]

I love watching this bunker take shape. As an electrician with 24 years of experience and 10 of that running large scale commercial solar projects I have a few concerns with this video. 1. Those bifacial panels aren't going to be able to take advantage of the reflection the need for the underside to be effective. 2. Those Amazon strut trollies can not carry 2000 lbs safely a reliably. Brand name versions from reputable strut companies like BLine, Powerstrut, Unistrut, etc only have trollies maxing out at 600 lbs. If I'm wrong, I would love to get a link because I have a project at work that I need support 1600 for a short period of time. 3. Those solar modules are going to cook themselves under that acrylic.

[@Klldarkness6008]

If you split the sliding bit in half(Left and right), you could put standing panels that rotate on each side to face the sun. Could even do 4 panels(Two on lifts that slide them higher so they don't block the other two as the sun moves). Then it would slide apart, like parting the red sea, to give access to the elevator. Removes the need to the Acrylic(Which lowers efficiency, and helps them overheat), and you can put them on a solid metal base cover that can be sealed against the weather. Gives you the best of all worlds, and removes the pitfalls.

[@aftermathsample305]

1:56 I'd take the cash

[@1996marioRH]

Awesome stuff. If you're going to have kids running around, I would recommend adding some kind of rubber to the corners and or edges of the panel door. Just so they don't fall and get hurt too much

[@chickenbobbobba]

4:12 the mosquito in my room

[@FlamingGoose911]

That fitment is so satisfying ❤

[@Giant_Dwarff]

4:50 Why has the bunker started rusting already? I thought it was supposed to last 100 of years

[@fartzinwind]

I already have a 1981 Chevy C10 that's been restored and made fancy / hot rod. Id take the cash, and go full restomod. Modernize the engine, transmission, while keeping a classic look.

[@retr0JT]

Everytime he talks about the bunker i get shivers 😅 Everytime and I don't know why

[@Bloidz7]

I always wanted a Solar Powered Sliding Backyard Bunker Door for lockdown 2

[@jonnnuti]

11:07 *ptsd from SOLIDWORKS screaming at me*

[@HamidRazaHodaei]

Hello, I like your videos very much 😍😘 I am Iranian 💯🇮

[@ieetpeople4003]

How will Cambry enter the bunker now? The sliding rails look like it'd prevent her chair from easily accessing it.

[@nbgannet]

Elevator video 14:25, it extends 2ft above ground level so will clear the sliders. Also mentioned a ramp but it wasn't used at that point.

[@Tyler-z8r]

He has a video showing them installing a scissor lift as a permanent make-shift elevator.

[@ieetpeople4003]

@@Tyler-z8r Yeah. But now there's a 2 foot tall rail on either side of the lift at ground level

[@dalejones3862]

It's looking good zack

[@Air377.]

The giveaway link not worky work

[@jpprice14duh]

Always excited for these bunker updates. Been all in on this since it started. Even more than the phone durability tests 😅😅

[@lozagon1234]

There's no reason for the solar panels to be bifacial as the inside of the bunker is not reflecting any light(unless you want to see if there's light outside), that will decrease efficiency compared to a normal solar panel. There's also another factor that will impact efficiency of the solar panel and it's HEAT. Those panels will get hot behind that acrylic sheets, they need airflow to cool down, it's important, they will also heat the inside of the bunker. Idea: you could run water lines underneath and get solar heated water at the same time you cool them down. Great build anyways, it's a good solid mechanism and I like the idea of the acrylic for safety.

[@zureao]

It didn't need to be there at all! It could be anywhere over the bunker. I think this place only complicates things.

[@stratigary]

I think the bifacial was chosen specifically to let some light inside.

[@PingpongPoof-c3r]

Brooo is back, he ain't leaving ❤

[@hunterbsmith]

Why not just put the panels on the roof and run a wire?

[@jyoti-mondal]

May be he wants a standalone unit

[@ChrisJames-cj8sw]

I'm a bit late to the video but you are 100% correct on the unistrut it's just a giant maccano set love using it for sparking

[@Okurka.]

0:44 Neither of those are a supertruck.

[@MrtalentedReid]

Jerry you always provide us with the best videos ever

[@ganpatguru9178]

So close to ww3 that's why this doesn't feels insane

[@NBTJacklyn]

So good

[@NotNagruf]

WHAT IF IT SNOWS? "Infinite power" you will die in the bunker due to external weather stuff... 😂

[@MadMathMike]

My man really loves his alliteration! ❤️😝

[@meetv7700]

I can't believe Zack has decided to live under a rock.

[@javiersilva7318]

I love that raptor but right now I would prefer the money because it could help me out a lot 😅 love all your videos, specially the ones with solar panels because I’m currently studying in a renewable energy program

[@F0000-g2d]

7:53 u do realize u have 8M subs right?

[@jayendrathakur9530]

No-one will ever know there's a bunker🤐

[@BentenIronman]

We wait for bunker videos and and ends just like that we need longer videos 🎉❤😊

[@theeddytor3490]

1:37 i am sorry brother but i have lost all faith in giveaways. like i'll buy that things if it's supports you just like the join button but i just don't like when youtubers do giveaway videos... it just -sigh never mind man...

[@novatau8846]

At least it isn't obviously fake like other giveaways are.

[@Marbforest]

I hate that too brings nothing to enter you will loose they will win.

[@Bennett145]

Who the hell writes out sigh in text

[@novatau8846]

@@Bennett145 was going to say that myself lmao

[@novatau8846]

@@Bennett145 this guy apparently

[@patricktaylor760]

Are you going to cerakote the top to prevent it from collecting scratches?

[@DrezziiD]

Im sorry but havent u just made it impossible to get in with a wheelchair now, cuz of the rails??? Cool build tho!

[@asciilal]

I'm also wondering about the same thing, Why didn't he made it to slide the other way?

[@sautronjohn]

😢Oh shame I can't entered the raffle as this would have helped me to retired and go home to start my project of sustainable tiny house... But I keep a close look at your bunker project with a big smile on my face each time I see a follow up video.... Following and taking note😅

[@Acecool]

Seems like the hatch now blocks the elevator but since it does go above, you'll need a new ramp to get over the rails or to come in from the other side... A latch to lock it in place so the sliding doesn't happen would help too.

[@NoxuGaming]

you should make a pond on top with basins that act as bio filters so you have a clean water source inside your bunnker for when the apocalypse happens

[@Ivan-i7e1f]

You'd get quite a bit more solar pwr if not for acrylic panels. Even glass takes quite a bit from solar panels max out, so if you actually wanna use bunker 24/7 i recommend revisiting solar panels protection. Outside that, temps also matter, however i dont see it being an issue here - grass doesnt heat up as much as asphalt does + air from the inside the bunker should be able to cool it quite a bit. Only thing, yes, acrylic again, panel itself(top part) being covered with smth on top, might create sort of greenhouse effect. Last but not least - shade, from a vid looks like its in a middle of a field, cant see shade being a problem there

[@AllOSesOfficial]

Love your videos. They are so entertaining.

[@doylisrules]

you guys are always innovating things from great to awesome. well done my friend, cant wait to see this done

[@Thatguyrandy19]

Just did 18 entries worth a shot knowing I trust this channel🤷🏽‍♂️

[@AlexGomez-nr6nu]

I love the bunker videos😭

[@simon1257]

You should add rubber bushing on the bolt stopper (of the slidding door) . It would make is smoother.

[@352tommy]

Damn, watching the oshcut machine do its thing is so satisfying to me

[@lucasagazzni1476]

I love the job man, great job

[@tomeauburn]

Jerry do you plan on having backup solar panels in case of a EMP ? Most companies put dirt in the emergency exit that can fall away if case of a gama ray hit from a nuclear explosion. Also has an off set entrance with a turn.

[@markmcgookin]

I fricking LOVE a Zach bunker video.

[@b3nz0r12]

Build a raised cubby house over the main entrance, with solar panel roof on the tilt best for your area, leaving the underneath enough room for wheel chair access. - Makes it more stealth and less of an eye sore :P

[@roidnerd2501]

I just bought your 24k and metal knife can't wait get them from the UK

[@debohannan4315]

Would have been neat if you had a pair of round top end bars for that lift platform then you could make 2 fold doors on top of the ground like you have seen in downtown sidewalks for store deliveries to the basements.

[@hs_random7384]

Keep bringing these videos, really liked your whole bunker series

[@fdhall]

that bunker is pretty fuqn cool!