Turning On The Hydro For The Winter And Installing A New Battery Bank

[@cashewABCD]

Congress should give you a budget and a team of assistants. Thank you for making the world a better place and being a role model of an ideal human.

[@ariebenschop4632]

'Still quite a few leaks, but that's to be expected considering there's still holes in the roof' You gotta love this man

[@sonicclang]

Seriously 😂

[@thomascollin6267]

Built a car wash

[@gjames5564]

“A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.”

[@josht2136]

I saw that meme too

[@Vamparellame]

This old saying is something I have said for many many yrs. A lot of people haven't heard it before but it's been around for over 100 yrs I'm sure

[@tnhuckleberry01]

This young man is mastering them all. Quite the engineer!

[@monotremata9892]

Personally I like to think i'm a jack of all trades and like so many others i'm a master of one .

[@sicknote26]

@@josht2136 it's a very old saying that

[@jamesbenjamin8078]

Kris, don’t know if you read these comments but I’ve recently bumped into your site and you’re a real geezer. The perfect considered, intelligent and rather inspiring antidote to the fuckwittery that engulfs us at present. Arts and crafts renaissance man.

[@spokeanddagger]

"click" "click" "click" - ahh yes the human torque wrench. Love it Kris.

[@glenn65]

lol....

[@makipsee]

I believe that's also the same as the German torque spec "gootantite" sorry don't really know how to spell that haha

[@gjames5564]

Haha he’s Jack of all and damn near master of all trades

[@jamess1787]

Omg, my thoughts exactly 😂

[@jamess1787]

@@makipsee gootantite, gootentaut. Lol

[@cho4d]

oh and my top tip for going lithium is to build over capacity such that you typically do not need to charge past 80% nor go below 20%. you'll spend a bit more up front but the batteries will last 3+ times longer.

[@tau9632]

Meh, they last 3000 cycles already if you push them to 100% and down to 0%.. also, if you cycle them once per day, youve scaled your system wrong (for off-grid use, that is).. so they will last maaanyy years either way

[@andys844]

A larger capacity pack also has the advantage of reducing the discharge current per cell/C rate, which is preferable, especially considering the large inductive loads from the workshop. Temperature is also another consideration for for lithium especially lifepo4 chemistries. Although the UK doesn't freeze all that often, if the charge is happening at night via hydro the pack might need to be warmed if it's in an unheated area, it'll be less of a concern with a purely solar installation.

[@NavySturmGewehr]

Charging only to 80% is one of the worst things you could do. This is an old wives tale that needs to go away. The only time lithium batteries shouldn't be charged to 100% and balanced is when they're going to sit idle for an extended period of time. Balancing the cells is crucial to the longevity of the battery pack and can only be accomplished after the cells have been charged to 100%. Most lithium Ion battery management systems won't let you take the batteries below 20%, which means 100%-0% SOC is actually 100% to 20% soc.

[@alexandrugajin763]

@@NavySturmGewehr This is corect. I use lipo batteries for RC planes, and since the battery in an RC plane is like the heart and are not cheap also. You kind of want it to last. Now i never heard of a lipo pack to last 3000 cycles. Probably at that range of use, a cycle would be less than 50% of initial capacity. I treat all my batteries like this, the li-ion from my tools, the battery from my phone. I alwys use them and discharge them till the critical point. Than charge them back to 100% The balance, or storage point is around half, it should be somehwere around half at the capacity. Also if you're not charging or discharging lipo and lion batteries, they stay very well and save the energy very well in a cold temperature, I keep my tools and RC batteries in the fridge. And even after 2 years they still have same voltage and capacity as i left them. Iipo are really good batteries! Compared to led acid batteries, is huge difference. But the led accid batteries are more rezilient to weather and stuff. That is why they still use them in cars for starter motor. Lipo are very sensitive. But if treated well, they last a very long time. I am not sure lipo is a very good choice for a house. Maybe only if you have 2 packs, while you use one and discarge it to the lowest point where they are still safe. the other is charging. If you plan on chargind and dischargin at random capacity, use them like car batteries they won't last as long. This is same with modern EVs..

[@johnsmith34]

​@@NavySturmGewehr You're making something inconsequential into "one of the worst things you could do." Battery imbalances matter because they mean the imbalanced battery could have a voltage more extreme than other batteries, which results in a relatively reduced lifespan for that cell and reduced overall capacity for the battery. To increase longevity, people are increasing the distancing all of their batteries from those extremes by 20% SOC. For this to be worse than doing nothing, the strategy would have to result in battery imbalances that cause cells to be closer to the extremes than by default. Which is impossible due to the protections on the BMS. The worst that could happen is you trip a voltage cut-off and you're forced to balance your batteries immediately. With some amount of intelligence, however, people can just balance their battery every so often. It could even be set up to happen automatically on the bottom end of the voltage curve which may be good enough depending on things and stuff.

[@kriskisilu]

Whoop whoop, greetings from Nairobi Kenya

[@kipdennis3796]

Hata huku hamkosi wakuu😂

[@kriskisilu]

@@kipdennis3796 haha, tukosaje? Huyu morio hunibamba na design yake ya kujenga. 🤣🤣

[@CarlJones14]

Are you going to get the wind turbine up and running?

[@richardpoynton4026]

Energy security and price rises have been all over the news……. And pretty much none of these changes will effect you, personally. Well done. Must be a great feeling…..

[@kapegede]

As an electrician I love your electro/hydro vids the most. Don't forget to tighten the screws on the battery cells again after a few days. 😉

[@gliOrtidiMauro]

Ottimo consiglio, io li ho controllati oggi e trovato uno lento. 👍 Grazie per aver dato questo suggerimento alla community

[@sonicclang]

I've got an electrical engineering background as well. I also really enjoy the hydro videos. But overall I love all the engineering in everything Kris does. And the wood working. Oh man. I love that stuff!

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

If you admire DIY hydro...check out Marty T in New Zealand kzbin.info/www/bejne/gofSlpSBeKqXaNE

[@gliOrtidiMauro]

@@JohnSmith-yv6eq lo seguo da diverso tempo. Ciao

[@randacnam7321]

Depending on manufacturer recommendations, they may advise checking torque annually.

[@Notion8]

when i was a child i was alrdy daydreaming of a life like this. now at an age of 30 years, i will buy some land in a bout 2 years from now, with a shed on it to live in. great work and i am amazed by the dedication and positivity you have.

[@themudhutt1]

Nothing is ever too much effort for you is it ? Jaw dropping work ethic and really great results 💪👍

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear themudhutt 1 👍👌👏 Very well said, very well said indeed. Best regards, luck and health.

[@dime4026]

Pretty easy when its literally your job.

[@zanpsimer7685]

I lived off grid for 10 years in the Cascades in WA State, USA. This brings back lots of memories. Enjoy your off grid experience!

[@kipdennis3796]

Longtime mate,thanks for an update on Hydro system missed it much

[@bernardporter4589]

What an inspiration ! Retired engineering lecturer here- full of admiration. 😎

[@joyardley1742]

Dear Kris how do you know so much? You are truly 🤩 amazing. I think you should do motivational talks in schools etc you are so inspiring😊😊

[@thesehandsart]

What a thing to wake up to, having some coffee and a video! Must be fantastic to be able to warm up the van out of the rain🙌 how incredibly exciting to hear the hydro projects, you can see your excitement so clearly. Just so happy for you Kris.

[@doolin-yu7cl]

Kris, companies are going to be all over you for motivational speaking appointments, you are an inspiration, my friend!

[@Ameng3471]

Chris, you should close the stand pipe end to get more preasure. You could get more than 60 psi and higher rpm if you close the stand pipe. Opening the standpipe will reduce the air preasure causing the preasure to reduced. And the stand pipe height should not higher than your intake pipe. The whole water pipe system should be air tight and air proof preventing air in or out of the whole system, from intake up to the nozzle. If the stand pipe is open, the preasure water prior to the stand pipe opening is wasted. Please do video on you closing the standpipe. To ease your task, remove the water in the system, simply by covering your intake box with wood or rubber or simply shifr the box lil bit avoiding the water prior to the installation.

[@bunny_girl.905]

With the way the world.is going I am saddened that there is not more men like this one. Well done 👏🏻

[@craiga657]

Fair play kris that hydro system is incredible, it easily out runs my £10,000 solar pv system. If I had a stream running through my property I’d pay you to build me one lol.

[@bigbrotheriswatching2680]

Not to put too much pressure on you, but you're a shining example of the kind of man I hope to be some day. You seem to be as thoughtful as they come, with a gentle disposition but still willing and able to fight when necessary.

[@TeeJay_757]

I really like your setup. Not flashy but completely functional and you have a surplus. Well done

[@TheKnacklersWorkshop]

Hello Kris, Good to see you have the batteries set for this winter... See you next week for the plastering. Take care. Paul,,

[@trevordutton634]

I looked at 48v batteries from a fork lift, but ended up with a lithium system, I have the same thoughts as you about lithium but there you go. Unfortunately we don't have any water to run hydro but we have 13 x 285 watt panels which keep us well charged on the sunny days. And 5p/kw electric at night to charge the batteries. Never takes more than 2 hours which is what the batteries hold 7.35 kw. Love the channel keep it up.

[@reallyfriedthatrice]

This is the most pure content on youtube

[@myheartisinthemountains2660]

Oooooh! A water wheel on your property will be so awesome!!

[@rayeaglenz]

Brilliant video Kris, well done, thank you 👍😊

[@MyLevelheaded]

2 wheel dolly kris it is time...51 years in construct taught me after 30 years old it saves your back for extended health...good health! Before 30 you build after 30 you deplete...at 61 my back still viable but the days are shorter...and retirement is welcome...

[@jackraglin5526]

I have to agree. As a 64 year old exercise scientist, I would add that you are in this for the long haul. It’s crucial to both pace yourself (you are really dood at that) and economize on and distribute the strain you impose on your body. Your physical capacity and fortitude are amazing but a mishap, especially one involving your back, will come back again and again to haunt you over the ensuing years. We all admire your hard work and productivity and look to the next phase of your journey. Stay healthy. 🙂

[@Zezeguizee]

I always wonder who feels the need to give a dislike 👎 to those videos ? Kris is so kind to share with us such great knowledges and experiences.

[@69Buddha]

400W coming off the system is amazing! Best laid plans of mice and men and all, but I don't think it's a bad thing to delay lithium for a bit. Thanks for the vid!

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

If you admire DIY hydro...check out Marty T in New Zealand kzbin.info/www/bejne/gofSlpSBeKqXaNE

[@marybarratt2649]

You can put your hand to almost anything, very impressive. You are very knowledgeable. So much to learn about living off grid. Enjoyed the video.

[@MatthewTinker-au-pont-blanc]

About 45years ago in another life (in a lost valley in mid-Wales)I was investigating the same things you are, you used to be able to buy second hand submarine batteries in 2volt slices! Kinda fun! Cheers, Matthew

[@caesarpota8818]

I admire you fella, Respect. A life I will be living in the very near future. . Thank you for knowledge shared. You are truly Old Skool... Get it done. Love it. Prince Unique World Planet Of The Awake.

[@jplester9719]

Youre living the life i envy you man, you've built a amazing home for yourself and your misses.

[@jangrahame4891]

Congratulations! You are now well on your way to a great winter full of projects with your new shop! Been watching since your first days building your house. I have been amazed by your vision and the progression towards it you have steadily been making. I am delighted for your accomplishments!

[@cameronlacombe4345]

the drone tease was great. congrats Kris.

[@markhowards420]

Excellent work Kris 👌I hope everyone that ever thought or told you that you’re a failure cries themselves to sleep each night with the words ”I was wrong , he’s made it, he can do anything he turns his hand to” echoing in their tiny minds ❤️ As you might have guessed , I’ve had a quick look at your website 😉

[@bobfromtheband1]

Terrific Kris, thank you for sharing.👍👍👍

[@istepheniadeluca8531]

Kris you are doing fine🎓💪⭐ 👍 🎥😉 great set up 👌

[@davidthomas7651]

looks like a good start to get ready for winter. not really knowing much about batteries, it seems like if they last 5 years the current system would be fine for the long term.

[@annrhodes3544]

The current system? Good one David!

[@HowToDIYRc]

Most lift truck batteries you can replace each cell separately and fix one broken cell super easy and cheap ... disconnect it and pull it up that simple

[@freddiekay]

You are a legitimate inspiration on many levels.

[@timyates807]

I love the spot youve worked out for yourselves , its very inspiring . Im Glad to see things working out for you and im looking forward to the next update Kris. Best wishes from Canada. Take care .

[@nosaltiesandrooshere7488]

👍 Danke fürs Hochladen! 👍 Thanks for uploading! 👍 Very good and beautiful, thank you! 👍 Sehr gut und schön, danke!

[@Turn-2JesusN0W]

I've seen over the last two days your videos, part 1-40, round house built, I'm impressed. Watching from Norway. The weather is like here over there, haha.. Rain, rain, rain :) And when you had a tough time with the everlasting logs, I also had a tough time watching :D

[@hammartid]

You are a seriously impressive guy. Your place is amazing.

[@patchmack4469]

love what your doing Kris - and even better still to see you have many future projects in store for us armchair off gridders - your definitely setting a trend there, i for one would love to do what your doing but alas not in a financial position to do so yet - can't wait to see the hydro projects taking off BUT when are you going to write a book (suggest do a pdf version for Amazon, you don't need to print it, leave all that to Amazon) very easy to do and another great little earner for you

[@TheRealMcJack]

if you write a book definitely check over any publishing deal to avoid being fleeced just for distributing your hard earned knowledge and skill in paper form 👍🏻

[@patchmack4469]

@@TheRealMcJack don't need a publishing deal with Amazon, they check for content etc, just have to ensure you credit whoever which in todays terms is simply put as free marketing - i didn't have any issues with mine and i'm not exactly the brightest spark in the pack - Kris's book need not be any different to what he already has on video - in fact a pictorial diary would be fantastic, soon fills the pages - What Kris has achieved is epic and i watch a number of people doing similar, but Kris's is top notch (but don't tell him that haha) in fact if he wrote it all up in a word file, i'd be happy to format it and do any graphics, diagrams for nothing

[@bigbrotheriswatching2680]

If Kris wrote a comprehensive textbook detailing his philosophy & his knowledge, I'd pay $60+ for it.

[@patchmack4469]

@@bigbrotheriswatching2680 i think i would probably agree and Kris did this all at the right time just before Covid which has proved how delicate our economy and current systems are - look at our self made supposed 'fuel crises' which it isn't - just a stupid system enforcing more rules to prevent honest working people be lorry drivers and deliver fuel - the system is doomed to fail and it will all come crashing down very soon and we will all be looking to become self sufficient and with it help out our dearest friends and neighbours join the free thinking people

[@Captionmarvelous]

I'm impressed with your use of fork lift battery cells. They look like 15 plate cells perhaps 450 AH or so? A useful tool may be an desulfator that is always across the battery that may extend your battery life? It applies an exotic waveform across the battery to break down sulfation. I only mention this suggestion since your generating season is not continuous and when batteries sit idle, this is where the technology comes into play. I sold fork lift batteries for 30 years so it was a surprised to see you using cells from them them!

[@randoshanks]

I was blown away when he said that the batteries were 2 volts each!

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. New batteries look great!

[@PhilipStubbs]

Hope the water wheel project works out! That will be amazing. Thanks for the video.

[@adamyussif2203]

My brother you do a lot of work i love that of your work and your dreams will come true

[@sw1ne2001]

Mitsi Delica 2.8, my favourite motor of all time I owned..

[@BabyGonzo5]

Really interesting videos. I will start to work my way back now. Thankyou

[@well-knownun-known2699]

Brilliant Kris. Inspirational 👍

[@baal-ahuak-baalshaitanala8675]

Build an insulated enclosure for the batteries and they'll last thrice as long DO NOT have them exposed to the elements like that at it messes with them drastically plus you can get 4 or even 5 times the power @2000w the least out of your hydro water generator literally at least 4 to 5 times the power even a direct current from straight to output but these are ideas to work on but 1st 100% make a insulated enclosure for those batteries and have them next to something warm or warmth funnelled into them from ground up other than that brilliant job all round absolutely beautiful work

[@ancientbedrock9366]

Never first Always here Well done sir . Thanks for the update. ✌️

[@ravincathomestead-cecilia2894]

Looking forward to finish of the workshop. take care and stay safe

[@petergrimes9583]

It could mean the gods are happy and having a good drink

[@AndyFletcherX31]

Those new batteries look a lot cleaner than the old ones, should last you a few years :)

[@RingingResonance]

They could last as long as 10 year with proper charging cycles and maintenance. Keep your voltages right, don't over charge or under charge. When balancing monitor temps so they don't get too hot. Check specific gravity and cell voltage periodically. Before adding acid for raising the specific gravity they need to be full charged for a few days first so as to not add too much acid and cause damage.

[@mariavictor4324]

“Lift with the legs, not the back” 😌😌 im watching your power installations as a liveaboard sailor..know the struggle.🤟🏽

[@LitoGeorge]

I love your work Kris. Fully inspired

[@the_f0rce44]

Another fantastic video Kris! You're a real inspiration. I'm glad KZbin recommended me to your channel. I've learned a great deal already. Keep up the hard work!

[@miguelcarrilho4744]

I find these things so interesting, great work!! Love from Portugal!!

[@gliOrtidiMauro]

Che bello vedere la tua gioia. Ti seguo con interesse e massima stima. Sei forte kris.

[@saintceee]

Amazing! Can't wait to see you doing more of what you do...!

[@johnmcmanamon3930]

Productive young lad very impressive

[@1885dr]

what an amazing journey over the years, thanks for taking us along

[@zeds.6783]

Excellent work, brother.

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[@masterdaveedwards]

I've been recently watching this guy and his skills are off the charts! Thanks for sharing your life with the KZbin world. Appreciate it Lad

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[@leewheeldon262]

Great work Kris, love what you do and the fantastic setup that you have. 👏👏👍

[@GearheadStew]

Love the hydro setup!

[@minutemark]

Kris, if you skip that last battery in the first row and continue to serpentine the batteries just as you have, you can pick up that skipped battery last--and that will make those tight cables more comfortable.

[@tomgrantham9992]

IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE ONE OF THOSE HYDRO SYSTEMS. GOOD JOB. LOOKING FORWARD TO MORE VIDEOS. ENJOY THE FLATS ( the times in between the highs and the lows of life).

[@donnashelby1546]

Check off the list for preparing for winter and all your projects. Great energy and capability!

[@snakepit101]

I like it when Dot comes over

[@alljunk4824]

Hi Kris, you are correct the panels are for air circulation cooling the batteries as they are charging. I must have missed your video about installing the previous ones. I would suggest even just 1x2 strips of wood between the batteries. So as they heat up being charged they do not over-heat, vent, and boil and bilge (where the walls of the batteries goes convex). Just a thought. As for lithium I am not so either but check-out carbon foam, a game changer in my opinion. Like Firefly batteries. Oh yeah, still. Love your channel!

[@banana989]

very happy to see you making all this progress and your excitement is palatable !

[@maureendunn9664]

palpable.

[@lm9753]

You are a fascinating young man. Love every vid. See you next week.

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[@sheilasaxton3836]

Very interesting use of your water

[@BALDNHAPPY]

great video, we are just east of you and the rain was SAVAGE this week

[@What..a..shambles]

How could you not love that hydro setup 👌🏻👍🏻

[@huntercartwright791]

Great work! Can’t wait for the water wheel

[@fernandoscamargo117]

Looking forward to watching next year’s episodes!

[@Rob-rg7ix]

Kris, i always look foreward to Youre projects. Nice one that waterwheel!!

[@massadus7872]

Really cool videos! Glad I came across your channel!

[@teenamomkm]

Those sound like some exciting projects to come up I can't wait

[@coffeegirl6854]

A great work in progress. ♥️👍

[@ChrisWright7701]

Another good video. And the comments.a great read. Many appions.on.battery types. They all have there advantages and disadvantages. But ultimately it's your choice. You cannot please everyone.

[@mikemccollum4521]

I enjoyed your explanation on the hydro

[@tristanstephens3322]

Nickel iron have been known to last 100 years, good for houses not so much for mobile units because of the weight to power ratio. Fully recyclable and environmentally friendly.

[@samvimes1482]

Really nice video, love the fact that you have the desire and the will power to do all things yourself. Unfortunately hydro doesn't work where I live, as it is rather flat..... still very enjoyable to watch, thanks!

[@jerryglen986]

Great work mate.

[@colin8532]

Awesome stuff Kris, nothing like a load of new batteries to put a smile on your face eh? LOL. Great to see you so excited for your upcoming projects, can't wait to see them.

[@helendegenerot7867]

Omg that was fun👍🏼..yr so cool!🙏🏽

[@georgef7754]

The t-shirt is golden.

[@artfx9]

"Oh no, I am producing too much free green energy.. " :D Amazing work!

[@MrPizzaman09]

I'm excited for the hydro content. Keep it coming. I should be getting my windmill back online after it being down for 8 months. I built a homemade 3 phase alternator that's more like an electric motor, but it's optimized for very high current and low RPM's in a smaller package. It should perform much, much better than the old setup. I'm also wiring up a portable 1.5 kwh battery made from 99 Tesla Model 3 cells as a better battery so I can run a 2000W inverter.

[@kenleach2516]

Great seeing your battery room, Lithium iron best currently for off grid, yet a lot of new stuff coming. Lead is good enough aye.

[@SiviVolk2]

Based on safety (much lower fire hazard) and recyclability I am a fan lead acid batteries as well. Job well done as always!