Running Water Lines to the Barn and Garden

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In order to run a waterline to the barn and out to the drip lines in our berry patch, I rented a ditcher from town and started digging. I decided I might as well also install a new hose bibb in the grass area in front of the barn while I was at it. With the trenches dug, I started glueing and laying down 3/4" pvc pipe. I cut bases to enclose all the irrigation boxes, we've learned that if you don't do this that moles and gophers will fill them up with dirt. I attached the water line to the barn and installed some valves for the drip lines. I used Aquor's freeze proof valves next to the garden and on the shed, so I won't have to be worrying about pipes freezing in the winter months. I also installed some hose reels next to them, which I've always thought are really convenient. We're ready for some garden irrigation around here now!

[@Rob89139]

I was beginning to worry you got to busy to post any more. Always look forward to your projects/ideas. Welcome back, you've been missed. Oh yeah and I'm the first poster !!!

[@raymondjones304]

I remember that fine black dirt in Oregon. Sure do miss it here in red dirt South Carolina

[@gaylonreedy8915]

You are so lucky! That’s the best and deepest topsoil I’ve seen!

[@StanislavG.]

He's probably in a Chernozem belt. You can create your own (sort of) by letting your field go wild each year, then plow it. Keep doing it for 10 years or so, you'll get your super soil.

[@kimlittleton4943]

I noticed that too. I was drooling. (all I have is clay).

[@maximilianklein7779]

You are such a great person! You always bring a smile to my face! THANKS!

[@Andrew_Sparrow]

12:53 why the odd angle?

[@thirdmonkey]

I need answers.

[@catlee8064]

I must admit, my OCD kicked in when i saw the fitting not at the correct angle!!

[@mike86mike]

I need my own tropical island and a billion dollar.

[@HerzogASW]

Yes please give an answer! love your work

[@palmermonsen9098]

so that when it is open it does't want to fall closed but when it is closed it doesn't want to fall open

[@honeydropfarm1605]

Nice soil for trenching, not too many rocks. My ground is made of rocks with some dirt in between!

[@garypeluso3300]

Same here. Need a backhoe to dig a trench.

[@attleheideann1469]

BEAUTIFUL work! Great job! (We are doing these same things--greenhouse, garden hose reels, field water, & barn water install, where there's never been water, before. Thanks for your well-put-together video, good Sir!)

[@itmattersk]

Thank you! It’s these simple projects that get my excited to work around the house. Love your approach and attention to detail. I know filming probably makes this twice as long but it’s enjoyed by many.

[@maryblaylock6545]

I like that you were thinking ahead as to where you might need a line in the future. While you are digging up the lawn you might just well do it all! Great project! Reminds me that I need to run a line to the other side of my house!🕊🙏🖖🤠🌱🌹🐱👍

[@popperbits]

That's an awfully brave move to glue and bury all those lines without pressuring them first! I always pressured lines before burying because having to dig up a line that failed sucks bigtime!

[@Paddington60]

Glad to see you have a Rodent Control Manager and Security Officer supervising.

[@kschleic9053]

Great video! The upside down cover at the end made me laugh... CNC milled mounting plate and upside down valve. Once I saw the inside and realized it was dependant on the orientation of the right angle on the interior, it made sense again.

[@Troy-Sheets]

The water line you insulated with spray foam could potentially be a termite highway you'd never see until they'd eaten half the building. If you have termites in your area, think about a way to block them from coming through there. I'm honestly not sure what the best method would be, perhaps stuff with stainless steel wool near the top? Anything to make a barrier for them. Great video!

[@cluerip]

For those irrigation buckets, we usually use a 5 gallon bucket slightly modified. Plus the buckets are usually cheap or free if you've got a usual getting spot.

[@fr0stb1te]

I hate being that guy because I’m a big fan of what you do! But you should change the black iron nipple into a brass or even galvanized nipple. Just before you do a bathroom or any potable water sources I guess.

[@joshsworld8219]

You are very professional with every thing you do. This is the first video of yours that I have watched and I already subscribed. Workmanship says a lot. Thumbs up to you man.

[@pebkacz]

Great Project that you executed very well. No concerns at all. Your 4" water main damage was lucky that you weren't showered/drenched. My only damage when I first started with a Ditcher was a 3" Copper service that I encountered. It was a main line into a hospital but I raised the blade after hitting it. Thankfully the teeth were blunt and not sharp. No damage just a dent. Stay Safe.......

[@Storm-rp9xe]

I do envy your ability to view a project and envision unique ways of conquering it and then using your talents to accomplish it. I wish you were my neighbor to consult me on some landscaping/drainage issues I have. Great work as always!

[@opendstudio7141]

That was another well directed, edited and narrated gem. Not easily accomplished due to all the content to clip. The Aquor outlet ports are nice and clean. 😉

[@elisecharlesfurer1107]

Wow, I enjoy your tone at least as much as your skills. It makes a huge difference and I look forward to looking at the rest of your video projects. I’m in Maine, so I doubt those valves will do me much good, but I will investigate!

[@tubestick00]

Not gonna lie... I'm envious of your setup... milling those plastic blocks to fit the corrugated iron siding is something I don't have the skills or equipment to do... This is awesome dude

[@georgestevenmilliken9356]

Your approach to the project is very methodical and thoroughly though through. Both necessary for successful farming. Careful or you will have the discovery channel knocking on your door.

[@arvana]

I've had a number of those "stainless" PEX crimp fittings let go after around 10 years due to corrosion. I highly recommend never walling them in so you can keep an eye on them. Any sign of rust or efflorescence, and they should be replaced to prevent a flood.

[@StanislavG.]

That's a good advice actually.

[@Malandrin]

he could have use other types of crimping methods

[@BigFarles]

Awesome video. I can tell you’re in the busy season, winter you would’ve made the hose real. Hope your summer is going well. We finally had to start up the pivots this week.

[@davedavis662]

I commend you for passing inspector Kelly’s review before completion the first time. Will save you tons of rework. Great project will save you lots of time and effort later.

[@MukYJ]

That is really smart to enclose the irrigation boxes. Moles keep filling up my water meter/main shutoff box and it’s really annoying, I have to dig it out periodically in case I ever have to shut the water off in a hurry.

[@Cheva-Pate]

Watch out for legionella bacteria, if you get dirt in the pipe, flush a lot!

[@brianciesemier2616]

ChevaPate , I assume you are referring to stagnation and not temperature. Dirt does not matter.

[@tknoerle1451]

That's a great project! There were lots of twist and turns...& those are 2 great hose reels too! I have two "anti-freeze valves" ...1 at the front of the house & 1 at the back of the house. Yay!

[@ninja-does-things6382]

That plastic part was a super idea man

[@mike86mike]

Maybe put some wooden pole in the ground next to where the pvc comes out of the ground for the drip system. If you or someone else accidentally kicks it it probably breaks off.

[@Banjo-lm2wl]

Wow what a big job for you to do. It was a well worth project with long term use. I really enjoyed this video well done. Australia

[@PeterSpeak]

A lot of work for a lot of reward! Nicely done!

[@SurferKenTV3]

Your vids are so relaxing. Thanks 😊

[@Kyle-gq7tk]

Always enjoy your videos. You’re a real craftsman.

[@OW...]

About time!! we missed you....your work ethic and "humor " is much needed these days...

[@bobbonham4823]

Thanks! As always, a great story and project.

[@GalleryBones]

Great video ! we missed you !

[@tylerb6522]

I spy a WFCO power center. Cant wait to see the next van installment

[@garageshopminnesota]

I miss the old introduction to your videos with the torch. You should bring that back, or a new version of it

[@lovejcdc]

Great video and I guess one thing is for sure you definitely have the qualifications to work for any golf course anywhere lol that was some great plumbing.

[@encorepermian]

Those are nice faucet connections. Finally something good for 2020.

[@joshho3872]

Finally a new post! Great to have you back on KZbin! Regards from Germany

[@kirn.creations]

13:30 did I see a maker knife? Great idea using ABS on the CNC for the siding!

[@travelingbadger]

Great video, I get very happy when I see you have posted another video.

[@aserta]

A smidge more expensive, but not by much if you find a deal (like 10 pieces for price of 8 which happens, at least here in Europe, i always keep an eye out for stuff like that) would be using electrical boxes. Advantage to them vs purpose build irrigation is that they are made from glass reinforced plastic (cause fires) and they are made to take full winter brunt, to protect the electrics inside. Added to that, that they are almost never pre-cut and require you to punch out or cut a hole, that reduces the work you have to do and materials used.

[@docimma]

Wow… amazed at the C&C

[@chrisweber4381]

Good thing you masked off that pipe when you painted it😂

[@kevinwilliams8662]

It's the little things that just makes life a bit easier, great job.

[@Mrcaffinebean]

Nice work!

[@johnf3465]

loved watching every minute of you video. thanks!

[@moth.monster]

You have some amazing dirt. Where I am it's pure clay. I'm tempted to try making a pot out of it.

[@suhtangwong]

Wow, can't believe mcguyver still making videos!

[@MrFoamheart]

As inovative as you are with all your projects why would you use PVC vice PE for your water lines? PE (polyethylene piping will not break where frozen or live loaded like with a tractor and it takes massive over pressure to cause a rupture. Yes it cost a little more, not much but a little but it come s in coils so you don't need all those fittings. PE also has a high flexible modulus, it can bend. Its that pipe that the gas companies use, there is also pipe for water, sewage and oil and gas. It doesn't take too many breaks to say, dang I should have laid Poly.

[@StanislavG.]

Black PE lines are actually a lot cheaper than PVC's where i live. Come to think about it, i don't think i ever seen PVC piping used in agriculture before...

[@MrFoamheart]

@@StanislavG. You need toi try it somewhere, there is a reason its refered to as 100 year pipe. Low pressure application and buried its had to beat.

[@StanislavG.]

@@MrFoamheart I'm with you man. I'm from Israel/Palestine, everything here is drip irrigated by PE lines (our invention btw), that's why i'm saying i've never seen PVC pipes being used for water supply before. Also PVC cement is a nasty stuff to work with.

[@MakerNoKY]

It’s funny how your long hair makes you look younger. These are like throwback videos. I’m waiting for 70’s skateboard movie

[@tomcarlson3244]

Nice hose reals. I am surprised when I see water lines only buried a couple feet. Seattle is a lot milder than iowa or minnesota

[@linkeking]

I have never seen something so american in my life... And for ones it's not in a bad way. Keep it up love the videos!

[@bradleyhughes6489]

So happy to see you post again. I check everyday and was concerned you had stopped for some reason. Happy to see that's not the case. As much as possible, please post lots more. I show my wife your posts in a campaign to buy our next home on land. Really enjoy watching and rewatching them. BTW, my 11 year old wants to know if there are any t-shirts for sale? Would love to get a few. Thanks so much!

[@rainfallprojects501]

Hey thanks! Ya having your own land is a ton of work, but I love it. I don’t have any tshirts yet sadly, but give him a high-five for me!

[@jim9520]

Great video as always. You are very metliculous. You always give me good ideas.

[@Jumper708]

Was thinking in the shower I need to check your channel and see if you’ve uploaded and you popped up in my recommended

[@weekendhomeprojects]

Randomly came across this video....watched the whole thing. Now know how to install pex.

[@VincentGroenewold]

Awesome, I wouldn't dare to bury anything until I leak test it. haha

[@anthonydtobias]

Nice job! Clean and professional looking! As I am pretty sure you guys are busy with farm jobs right now, any idea when you will be getting to the roof of the deck on the barn? Keep the great videos coming 👍

[@GrandpaHerman1]

Dang that’s some nice dirt!

[@jimmyappleton409]

Love the video but love them hose reel did you get them on line if so could you put the link up please. Keep up the brilliant video's and good work

[@Roadkillstew]

great show. thanks

[@CavaliaGirl]

What brand of hose reel is that please? Very pretty. And thanks for the video - I needed to learn about running water lines.

[@daveb6386]

Great video, thanks for sharing. It helped!

[@MilesHolt]

Been missing the videos.

[@johnkeegan6646]

Jack of All Trades, well done!

[@makethepart]

Great Video Justin!

[@dragonskunkstudio7582]

When I seen this in my subscription... I said why do I have this? Oh yeah the van. That's the only reason I subscribed.

[@hathatyl]

The soil you have looks so dark and soft compared to mine in central IL

[@abc-bm8pl]

11:44 for anyone that's curious "UHMW" means Ultra High Molecular Weight. The material is probably Poly Ethylene, which would be UHMWPE in this case. You may have heard of Poly Ethylene before. HDPE (high density poly ethylene) is used to make things like bottles and foam (like yoga mats)

[@stevenkennedy3911]

I just like the contrast of high tech plastics and machining being used to mount the end result to the classic orb metal sheeting. Something really satisfying about new meets old in a respectful way.

[@thelmabirt7626]

Welcome to married life and Honey Do lists! They make great video content! LOL Great video as always, loved Drake's cameo appearance.

[@James-ys7gj]

You're awesome your videos are awesome you should upload more often please

[@drewchorlton342]

Nice video 👍

[@לירוניםבעמ]

It’s Looking great, I think this is the first time I have seen you try the 3-D pattern on your CNC. it would be interesting to see more complex cuttings like this. what about some crazy Woodland lamination?

[@AlphaNerd132]

Lucky SOB! It dropps to -10F here for around 2 weeks out of the winter. Last winter it went from 50F to 8F in 1 day.... I went through 3 tires that day.... Fuck winter.

[@joshfreeman3264]

U get some incredible shots 👌

[@ketflix5349]

Hi man I recently started watching your channel,good videos

[@drpoppinfresh]

Fantastic shot at 1:43

[@jamesaukema9724]

I loved the animals!

[@singhhomeland]

I learn from you sir. love your work.

[@stewartfrye]

Does this mean your changing your site NAME to "Artificial Rainfall Projects" I'll miss the old name

[@brianb6603]

Excellent as usual!!!

[@James-ys7gj]

Surprised you didn't use one of those long taps which looks a bit like a pump what you would use in the olden days for out in the garden they usually have a red handle and a metal pipe going into the ground and when you turn them off it drains the water what's in the pipe so it doesn't freeze I've not seen these ones before though

[@ScrapWolf]

Thanks for another great video. One question, how do you keep your T-shirts white?

[@wopdidoo]

So talented!!

[@xjlift2095]

Love the vids. Tell drake I said what’s up.

[@pdavio]

curious - why not pex in the ground and for the other fittings as well? That would do very well with freezing and reduce any worries about the buried lines.

[@alibronx2112]

nice work man! cheers

[@alistaircross9921]

Hey mate, love your videos and know this is a busy time with farm work for you! Love literally every video you put out. Are you still working on that van?

[@rainfallprojects501]

Should have a video on the van out in a couple weeks!

[@maheshbabu5343]

Good technology

[@bleedulus]

Sooo satisfying

[@larryfisher7056]

How many of us have dug out ground valve boxes with our hands.....and never ever thought of putting a bottom in them? Duh.

[@raymondwhite11]

Awesome man!

[@paulmcgeoch2603]

7:52 looks like a miniature toilet seat 😎

[@desireeespinosa3954]

The cat was perfect lol

[@devinmoodley4061]

Wow that sponsor is Aquor’d to say lol

[@kz6fittycent]

Next time you do this, use Christy's Red Hot Blue Glue. It'll save you so much time.