DIY Water TANK Hunting Blind: How to Make a Simple, Cheap & Durable Deer Blind out of a Water Tank

This hunting blind was super easy to make and will probably last forever. It's a 1,000 gallon tank, approximately 6.5' tall (at the peak), over 5' in diameter and constructed of durable plastic. It is a TANK of a deer blind. The size makes it great for archery or rifle hunting. You might be able to find a water tank like this on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. ➼ Watch my 6 x 6 x 12 platform build for this blind here: • 6' x 6' x 12' Hunting ...
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[@mountainbuck]

➼ This video shows the 6 x 6 x 12 platform I built for this Blind (and how I got it in the air) kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6SYfJeCr5ejhK8 ➼ Check out my IBC Tote Hunting Blind build here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5augmOKodqgiLc

[@brianberland129]

@mountainbuck any chance you could review the ameristep deluxe double chair blind for bow hunting? Hardly any video footage of it, but some say it would work for compound bow. If there is room to have and maneuver the bow around in there with you, it could be ideal with quick set up and get out. Sorry to message you off this video, couldn't find any other spot to message off of. All info appreciated.

[@mountainbuck]

@@brianberland129 hey Brian! That looks like a pretty cool product. Very easy to transport and pop-up for a quick setup, like you mentioned. Just looking at the pictures, I’m not so sure about using a compound bow. It seems more suited for crossbows, rifles and shotguns. If I have the opportunity to check it out I’m person, I will definitely take a look!

[@brianberland129]

@@mountainbuck awesome, thanks! And great channel!

[@mountainbuck]

@@brianberland129 thanks so much man! I appreciate it! You might even be able to find this blind or something similar set up in a sporting goods store so you can check it out in person. 👍🏻

[@Oscaralvarado376]

Paint the inside black so your silhouette doesn’t spook deer when you move. Add acrylic windows and tint them. Put some handles on the sides to lift, and some vents inside that open and close.

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Oscar. Thanks for the recommendations! I’ll definitely be painting the interior black in the spring 👍🏻

[@curte7739]

Beat me to it I should probably read comments first I just posted that

[@rubenrenegado3355]

Coolest thing I have seen good job man 👍

[@mountainbuck]

Thanks, Ruben! I appreciate you checking out my channel. Best of luck this season 👍🏻

[@bryantjones8039]

Wow, absolutely Love it even the urinal idea. I told the Mrs that I want to put/make a urinal in my shooting houses 🏘️, and she thought I was crazy.

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Bryant, thanks for checking out my channel and for the kind words! That urinal is a game changer haha. Here is a short video showing the blind (and urinal) after I got it all set up. I also have a video of the platform build on my channel. Best of luck this season!👍🏻 kzbin.infoisdeXBcq97Q?feature=share

[@bradwaddell5111]

Nice cheap and very durable stand. Plus the thing could easily be hoisted onto a platform and secured. Like it. Good job

[@mountainbuck]

Hey thanks, Brad! I’m planning on building a platform for it as well. Great minds think alike haha 👍🏻

[@isaiahasbill6162]

Great build. Dairy farmer here, and had a 2000 gallon tank that we had to toss out. I couldn't decide what to do with it, and then found this video. Now my wife and I are converting it into a blind tomorrow lol thank you for the insight

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Isaiah! Thanks for checking out my channel! That’s awesome! That should be a super-roomy blind for you! Best of luck this season 👍🏻

[@hollywood4378]

@@mountainbuck Where can I find a tank of this size???

[@mountainbuck]

@@hollywood4378 hey Hollywood! Try Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist 👍🏻

[@maxfriedenberger8043]

awesome idea like to see a video of building the platform and installing the tank....... Great video.........

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Thanks Max! I really appreciate the positive feedback 👍🏻

[@steveporteroutdoorsohio4739]

That is absolutely awesome bud

[@mountainbuck]

Thanks so much, Steve! I really appreciate the kind words 👍🏻 best of luck this season.

[@steveporteroutdoorsohio4739]

@@mountainbuck your welcome same to you bud !!!

[@kevintaylor4346]

Love it

[@mountainbuck]

Thanks for the positive feedback and for checking out my channel, Kevin! 👍🏻

[@brianrobbins3499]

That’s awesome

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Brian! Good to hear from you. Thanks so much! 👍🏻

[@crematedable]

Man I wish I could find me one of these

[@mountainbuck]

Yeah they are a good size. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@curte7739]

That's pretty awesome matter of fact I know where there's one of those sitting right now it's about the same height but it's a little bit bigger around than that one. The only tweak I would do to the one you did would be to paint the inside black

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Curt E! Thanks for the positive feedback! I did spray the majority of the inside to darken it. Best of luck with your build!

[@Brad901]

Well the cost of used water tanks just went up $200 😁..That would make a great ground blind without a platform for the older hunter or the dad looking to get our kids joining us on a hunt...... great idea thanks

[@mountainbuck]

Haha thanks for positive feedback, Brad👍🏻

[@voiceforthevoicelesstruth5480]

Hey man for a platform use 2 sections of some used scaffolding!

[@mountainbuck]

Hey great idea, thanks! I actually built a 12’ platform and managed to get this blind on it haha. Best of luck this season 👍🏻

[@JimmyHinton]

I would paint the inside black.

[@mountainbuck]

Hey thanks for the idea! I sprayed the inside after this video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@NimrodArchery]

I would paint the inside black just to conceal your movement

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Pioneer Outdoors! Thanks for checking out my channel! Great advice and I recently painted the inside. You should see how I installed this thing on a 12’ platform. Crazy stuff haha kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6SYfJeCr5ejhK8

[@justinschmidt5884]

Badass deer blind! Is that a 500 gallon tank you used?

[@mountainbuck]

Hey thanks so much, Justin! It’s a 1,000 gallon tank. You should see how I got it set up in the woods 🤣💪🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6SYfJeCr5ejhK8

[@shytown225]

Use piano hinges

[@mountainbuck]

Good call! Thanks for The info!👍🏻

[@Sivyer36]

Hey, I'm building one of these that is a little smaller but taller, any ideas to make sure it doesn't blow over in the wind.

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Sivyer36 thanks for checking out my channel! These things are pretty heavy, but if you have some extra room inside, maybe you can put a few bricks in to keep it down. Best of luck with your blind! 👍🏻

[@stacypalmer2646]

Nice build….. Is it loud when you have to move around inside it, like an echo???

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Stacy, thanks for checking out my channel! I have that artificial turf/outdoor carpet in there to dampen any sound from moving around. I do try and be careful with gently placing my crossbow or rifle on the window cutout as that would create some sound. Other than that it’s pretty quiet!

[@mikehancho9116]

Paint the inside black and wear black

[@mountainbuck]

Good call, Mike. Thanks 👍🏻

[@Sivyer36]

What are you using to fasten things just screws, nuts and bolts or what?

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Sivyer! Thanks for checking out my channel! I used self-driving screws for the most part. The plastic is thick and sturdy enough that they stay in.

[@tjsfarmandfamily]

Where did you get the window sliders?

[@mountainbuck]

Hey TJ’A Farm and Fitness! Thanks for checking out my channel! I got those window sliders in the moulding aisle at Home Depot. They are an inexpensive vinyl. I believe this is what I used: www.homedepot.com/p/Stabilit-855-1-4-in-x-1-1-8-in-x-96-in-PVC-Composite-White-FRP-Divider-Moulding-fits-1-8-in-material-10002-ZW096CB/205347156 Best of luck with your blind! 👍🏻

[@tjsfarmandfamily]

@@mountainbuck Thanks so much for your prompt reply. I'll be building one with a 2100 gallon tank next week and documenting it on my channel. You had some really simple ideas that will save a lot of money.

[@valentinoreyes6641]

I’m in Texas…I’d probably sweat out of it in 15 minutes. Is it hit in there?

[@mountainbuck]

When I was building it was warm out so it did get warm in there. It just depends on the outside temperature, but you also have those big windows that will provide cross-ventilation. Best of luck 👍🏻

[@trabenwar]

How thick is the plexiglass?

[@mountainbuck]

Hey thanks for watching! Here is what I used (.093 thick) - OPTIX Clear Acrylic Plastic Sheet - 0.093 Clear - 18 in. x 24 in. - 1 Sheet - Clear Plastic Sheet, ➼ ➼ Glass Replacement: amzn.to/3yQV6KR

[@jeremyjent2845]

How many cans of paint?

[@mountainbuck]

Hey Jeremy! If I remember correctly, I believe it was around 4-6 total. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@kierhalsted1378]

I'm building one with a shower.

[@mountainbuck]

Bahhaha nice 🤣

[@SuperBigdaddy1234]

Wow 200 bucks they asking over a grand here

[@mountainbuck]

😳yikes! That inflation is no joke

[@SuperBigdaddy1234]

@@mountainbuck looking at used one for 1200 over here

[@mountainbuck]

@@SuperBigdaddy1234 that’s crazy! You’d be better off buying a blind from Cabelas at that price!

[@SuperBigdaddy1234]

@@mountainbuck probably yes but I do love the idea To be clear 1500 Canadian is like 200 American lol happy hunting

[@mountainbuck]

@@SuperBigdaddy1234 haha nice! you too man 👍

[@DANBRIDI]

Don't pee on the ground near your blind use a plastic bottle....

[@mountainbuck]

Hey DANBRIDI! Thanks for checking out my channel! I actually just finished up my platform for this blind. If you have a chance check out the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6SYfJeCr5ejhK8 I piped the PVC 8” into the ground so it would leave minimal scent 👍🏻

[@sirwilliam7988]

I will give it to you, you stole the tank for that price. I would have taken my time and tried to make some cleaner cuts. Put a little more thought into it maybe. But it’s cool I guess.

[@mountainbuck]

Haha thanks, I guess 🤣

[@buckknoboutdoors8512]

Use a funnel for a urinal

[@mountainbuck]

That’s exactly what I did 👍🏻