The 7 Most Important Items for a Faraday Cage to Prepare for a Major EMP Attack

[@choctaw2sticks193]

61-year-old Injun here, we have all ya talked about except for the downloads on a tablet or phone. its a great idea and one I`ll be working on. thank ya . . . ya got a new follower.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad I could help.

[@tlbx57]

A critical item I have in my protected collection is a good quality volt/ohms meter. It's value after an EMP cannot be over stressed. Also very important is a good quality antenna analyzer if radio protection and distant communications are important factors to you.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I have a clamp meter and volt/ohms meter both protected as well. I have several things not in the video that I protect. This video is what I considered the 7 most important.

[@joewoodchuck3824]

You'll need to protect the meter too. Extra protection perhaps for it's utility value for everything else.

[@elainepanthera5444]

HARD. I'm an older female, doing pretty well with a trashed back. Unfortunately all the sites about bug out bags left me with a 60 lb bag - or more, with a change of clothes, medical, fishing, cooking, water filtration, fire starting, radio, flashlight, batteries, the USB sticks with copies of important papers, knife, axe, saw, paracord, zipties, super glue, emergency tent, blanket, hand warmers, heavy socks, BOOTS hanging off the side, folding solar panel, bottles of water, oat bars, fruit bars, jerky, etc blah blah. I had to go get a small bicycle wagon (and a bike) to lug it if S Hits The F. Now add spare tire tubes, pump, tools --- man, if it hits the fan, I'm in trouble! 🤣 I'm too old for this....

[@elainepanthera5444]

I am slowly learning. Like "lose the big sleeping bag and pad, get a emergency foil blanket." Bulk is killing me - hahaha. I'll be looking forward to your video. Be Blessed, Be Safe.

[@deplorablebilly1066]

I’m with you! Gone well past a BOB! I’m now searching for a old semi truck with 2 trailers😂

[@SaranjeanHazel]

Same here, my Bug Out Backpack weighs 50lbs, and I'm 63 with disabilities and an 83 year old Mother to help too!! Probably just gonna bend over and kiss my arse goodbye!!

[@elainepanthera5444]

@@SaranjeanHazel yes, Ive had LONG thoughts on this bug out thing.. May be the only place I "bugout" to will be neighborhood shelter. Won't need all that other stuff - just some foods, water, cigs, changes of clothes - lol. If its into the woods, I'll be pulling a wagon behind me. 🤣

[@SaranjeanHazel]

@@elainepanthera5444 you and me both!!

[@dontknowbrian]

I hate this video because it’s true and that scares the hell out of me! Many good people will die for no reason other than greed brewed in Washington! You do great work getting the word out to people and I thank you for that! I know it’s a whole lot of work and personal time.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for your comment. Thank you for watching.

[@Skidderoperator]

1 John 5:19 The planet is in danger.

[@PowderMill]

The cost of lithium batteries (lithium iron phosphate / LifePO4) batteries have really come down in price as of late. The three best quality BUDGET battery brands right now (November-2024) are “Power Queen” / Li Time” / Redodo. After cutting up a dozen batteries to investigate the construction and components, the Power Queen “Smart” battery is my current choice. It has a BMS (battery management system) that protects against low-temp charging (a killer of LifePO4 batteries). Because the batteries have internal ELECTRONICS (the BMS) PROTECTION in a “faraday CAN” (garbage can LOL)is key. See the videos by Dr. Bradley (EMP expert) for ways to modify a steel garbage can to keep out RF. Spectrum analyzers are the only effective way to test your “can”. NOT seeing if your cell phone loses network connectivity in the can. Cost on Amazon (Nov-2024) is $189 delivered - for a 12 volt 100ah (ampere hours - too complicated to explain here). That’s enough power to operate one of my Motorola MTR3000 repeaters for 4 days with a 10/10/80% duty cycle) Or… recharge my iPhone 14 Pro Max 62 times. With a good quality PURE SINE WAVE *ONLY* inverter and MPPT solar charge controller, all you need is solar panels to feed your “system”. I’m a 68 year old Electrical engineer with a background in military hardware “EMP hardening”) and

[@damonharrington2948]

Thank you for the tips. Best book to read for a glimpse of life following a nationwide EMP event (fiction obviously) that is well written with great EMP resources is One Second After. About 10% of the country survived. With certain areas better than others, 20-50%, based on geographical location, demographics, farming resources, etc. The medically compromised dependent on prescription medications, life sustaining treatments & equipment, chronic illness go first. Along with panic driven suicides & violent conflicts. Community strength, multiple people with multiple skills, is most important. Solo, one family or very small groups don’t have much chance long term.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I have read it. By the way... Please watch my video called How to Survive an Emp.

[@damonharrington2948]

@@LoneStarPreppingRoger that 👍🏽

[@BlueOxTrail]

I have a spare inverter and charge controller in their boxes (tested of course) and wrapped with aluminum foil. Also a volt meter is a great tool to protect.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Anything that I wrap up is first placed in a plastic sandwich bag to insulate it from the aluminum foil.

[@BlueOxTrail]

I agree with both replies. I also store my protected items in a metal cabinet/locker for a little bit of extra shielding.

[@carmelita9396]

I got one of those hand crank radios, as per Art Bell recommended a while back. :)

[@MACvSOG]

Nice video, it gets folks in the front door so to speak, on the basics they need. I have gone to what some would call extreme on a Faraday cage. It's by far more than the typical galvanized garbage can, which I happen to think is a great small one. I took a 20' steel cargo container, welded every crevice and corner to create a fully enclosed cage, even laid steel plate on the floors and welded them in, installed two vents, with copper screening on them and the big purchase was the special faraday door, that we welded into one end, inside the regular container doors, it is a four foot faraday door, making sure no entry of any emp pulse into the unit. We plywood lined the entire inside of the steel container, so nothing touches the steel. I thought it was going to be plenty of room, but how wrong I was, we filled it very fast with things just like you talked about. It's funny when you start making a list of how many things you want to have available after a bad emp or war for that matter, as a bad emp, would probably also be a ww3 event. I'm not going to write a book here, but to say, now I am looking at doing a second 20' container or removing the emp door and installing it in a 40' container, not sure yet, the emp door is the expensive part. I am particularly interested in spare parts for my vehicles, the one's that may get burned up in the emp, including motorcycle parts, much more electronics than I previously thought. I have already done the solar power generator stuff, with panels, all in the cage to be on the safe side. It never is enough, is it ? I know some on here say to get into groups of people in a neighborhood, but be careful who knows your preps. When it comes to survival, folks are going to learn the hard way, friends are few to find. You must be able to defend yourself and family. If you are getting like minded people together, then they need to be preparing likewise, so they are not deficient themselves. Hopefully none of this happens, but then why do I feel we are closer to disaster than ever before ?

[@trickortrauma6149]

You’ve got a great manner of presentation, move through the relevant information without unneeded fat in content, and make solid recommendations. Well done and thank you for the information.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for watching. Glad I could help.

[@NatureZone101]

Love the idea of using old phones as storage for reading material, etc.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Most people dont do this because they turn them in for new phone discount. Thats why I included that info in my video.

[@dgunearthed7859]

I agree...there's always some new good idea out there to learn!

[@piercew3765]

Can you do a video of all the “survival” apps / useful stuff you can put on a phone?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Its on my to do list. Thanks for watching.

[@socalautisticman1975]

I'm doing that too !!! I've old phone and tablet in Faraday bags and don't forget to store your solar panel generator and USB cords to charge your old phone and tablet

[@DBs58]

New subscriber to your channel and looking forward to learning from you as well as several of your other subscribers and all who have practical input. We are 65 and want to be prepaired as best we can. I just wish we could find other like-minded people with the same mindset. Thank you

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thanks for the sub and thanks for watching!

[@Syntax_Error_404]

This is brilliant! Never heard of the idea of getting an inverter! Thanks!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you...

[@maderightamerica3216]

I hope more people wake up and start preparing for what may or may not come. Great video sir. Thank you and God bless you and your family.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Prepare for the worst and hope for the best. Thank you for watching.

[@hs0zcw]

If you have a transmitter don't announce your location unless you're enjoy giving away to people with guns things that you wish you will need later... Don't give personal names or a list of the stuff you have carrying.............. The prepper who is likely to live will be the one with the big gun and willing to steal from everyone that he hears on the radio and otherwise....

[@TruckeeDwaynee]

Can you use a microwavebox and just close the door

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Why? Why would that be a better solution? It"s heavier, bulky, inconvinient to move around, you cant put much in it given the size of it. Some say it works. I wouldn't use one.

[@GalloPazzesco]

Dayyyyyum my silver Brother over 50. 100% agree. Just remember to leave it in the Faraday Cage until AFTER the 3rd or 4th strike. Subscribed, bell rung, commented, upvoted, liked, shared ... may the algorithm gods smile favorably upon your channel.

[@r.a.johnston489]

I was unaware there was offline apps that would be extremely helpful, thank you! :)

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad I could help you out! My favorite is the SAS Survival app. I bought it in 2016. It needed the internet until I called them complaining. They made it work offline. There is a very small book by them called the same thing as well.

[@ronberry65]

I put a cordless screw gun driver and drill with a few batteries and a charger in mine. i also put a small laptop and a removeable hard drive with all the ebooks i could find on it. Lastly i bought a spare computer for my car and put in there too.

[@NukaVaultReadiness]

Great video overall! And as much emphasis is put on bugging out, if you end up staying put or setting up a new base, there for sure will be plenty of things to scrounge for and build. Godspeed and keep getting ready!

[@batterypoweredgardener8181]

Great info. I'm a prepper myself. No faraday cage yet

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thanks for watching.

[@Threedog1963]

You want to know where a gold mine of solar panels is located? Go to a RV sales lot or storage facility. A lot of newer RVs have them. Mine came with two 100w panels.

[@capt.douglasf760]

I like the way you present info in your videos, clear and concise. I thought it was very clever to reuse your old phones, but I am unable to find a single one of the apps you recommend, by name at least. Is your phone an Android? I think it must have been very time-consuming to find true offline apps. Regardless, I'm a 68 year old prepper Sea Captain and enjoy your channel very much. Thanks, and keep up the good work.

[@lsmith992]

Great video. I've thought about the ham radio but not done anything yet. As I understand, at night the signal bounces off the ionosphere so it's possible to speak to others in the opposite hemisphere. But it's not night there so I'm rather confused. But it's still the best method of communication if the grid is down.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

There is a ton of information online about this. Lower level HF waves work best at night.

[@tomcapehart1878]

It depends on the band you choose. Different Banda have different characteristics. The lower bands are good for local stuff during the day and may work for longer distance at night. The middle bands will work either day or night. The higher frequency bands will work well during the day but not so great at night

[@hs0zcw]

Make cage with a wooden frame and coat it with screen, ideally copper window screen but even chicken wire will usually work. I found an AM FM shortwave radio that includes a SUN charging strip, a recharging crank, and two kinds of batteries. Dry and wet rechargeables. It has a flashlight on it but it will not float

[@hs0zcw]

Put it inside a screen cage and take it out only for minutes for use then put back

[@seniorchief48]

Using screen can be hit-or-miss. Everything depends on what trons we are being hit with. AM reception is easily cut off while FM isn’t affected.

[@CharlesHarpolek4vud]

@@seniorchief48 if youre Faraday sreen totally encloses the FM receiver, and the FM, AM, and shortwave and other transmissions should be blocked. The RF transmissions from any source, like police radios etcetera., inside an adequately constructed Faraday cage are blocked and cannot be received. FM radio is carried by RF transmission and thus will be blocked also. Inadequate blocking can be caused by a break in the wire mesh surroundings or the density of the wire mesh may not be enough to block all radio signals. Chicken wire may not be dense enough and coverage must include the bottom also.

[@CharlesHarpolek4vud]

That is quite an emergency package that I describe. However I bought a chargeable crank style device with puts out enough energy to recharge a telephone or a power bank BUT the version I bought for very little money requires a GREAT amount of cranking.

[@CharlesHarpolek4vud]

@@hs0zcw h here is a good reason for having a time schedule prearranged for when you will be transmitting/receiving and when you'll be off the air.

[@eallen7772]

Ok. This was a very informative video. I need them all.

[@ricka1939]

I am interested in the list of apps that you put on your backup phone. It may be worth another video. Thanks for a clear, concise description of your priority items.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Several people have asked. I will do a video when I get some time. I will put a list under description when I get some time.

[@wingwalker2458]

How does a backup have any service.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

@@wingwalker2458Your question is too vague. What are you asking?

[@ricka1939]

@@wingwalker2458 via WiFi

[@LoneStarPrepping]

In my EMP disaster example there would be no service.

[@BrianBlack369]

This vid is spot on- great content sir 💪🏼

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for watching!

[@jerrysmay9303]

Very realistic assessment. I agree that most people won't survive more than a few months if that.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you

[@brieflean]

I wanted to figure out how to protect my 1977 toyota runing manual choke WHILE RUNNING ON THE ROAD. Now i realize i need that for convenience sake of if it went down while driving it. But now after reading these comments, i got a lot more to worry about

[@chasb441]

Great tips in this video. Many newer type batteries (Lifopo4) have a BMS fitted. These will be affected by an EMP so you need to protect them too. AGM-type batteries should be OK.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thats why I talked about protecting your portable power station in this video. Of course your EV will be damaged as well.

[@vadrifter3200]

So AGM and lead acid deep cycle batteries should be ok not in a faraday cage?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

@@vadrifter3200 As far as I know...

[@BlueOxTrail]

I have both, a Lifpo4 and Lead Crystal battery banks. I really like the Lead Crystal batteries. Almost idiot proof. I switch battery banks monthly.

[@truehope287]

Could you make a list of the EXACT apps that you have chosen to put on your old phones? That information is beyond any value! Thank you for considering this, probably labours, task!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I will be doing a video on this in the near future...But for now, search for the SAS Survival app.

[@LadyTSurvival]

Cb radios for those in a more populated area may be helpful, make sure it's a good one that reaches out.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Sure. I dont have one anymore, but I use to.

[@lindamarsteller4582]

Which one do you recommend? CB radio anyone?

[@LadyTSurvival]

@@lindamarsteller4582 I'm not sure you'll just have to do research. Best bet is going to a truck stop and ask the truckers. They know all about cb radios

[@LadyTSurvival]

@@lindamarsteller4582 I can tell you without a doubt which one to NOT get. And that is the uniden little handheld cb. It looks like a walkie talkie. It's a piece of crap. Won't go 150 ft. So don't touch that one.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

@@lindamarsteller4582 CB cap is 4 watts. Ham radio cap is 1,500 watts. To learn more about the differences, try going here: myoffroadradio.com/ham-radio-vs-cb/#:~:text=Ham%20Radio%20Distance%20vs%20CB,%2C%20bushes%2C%20vehicles%2C%20etc.

[@doclock8218]

not sure if this is covered but one thing to consider none the less. Most residential/commercial solar panels on homes require power to produce power. Unless the controller, or breaker box, is wired to do so the controller will require a little bit of power from the grid to begin producing power. This is to prevent the panels to send power to a downed grid and causing further damage to a damaged grid. Such as crews coming across what they think is a dead wire when it is actually live; a panel to send power to a damaged system overloading or heating it up; or a damaged home catching it on fire due to a live wire caused by several solar panels. This can be fixed with a home battery backup as well as disconnecting from the main grid. homesteads that aren't connected to a grid don't have this issue though. It's relatively easy to fix it, but you just got to know what you're doing so you don't destroy you gear or burn the house and the entire neighborhood down.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

You are right. You do need to know what you are doing. I already said in my video that I have a charge controller in my faraday cage and I showed it and listed it under the description. All I need is wire and a battery, which I also talked about, to work with the solar panels. I also have several videos on my channel about solar power.

[@zingodingo2816]

I've never heard of solar panels or a charge controller that needed outside power 'to start' when it is hooked up to panels.

[@davidgraemesmith1980]

Hi, greetings from England, all l good information and items, I added a butane fuelled Iroda soldering iron kit and cheap arduino/pi components pack to my "scavenger" tool roll in my escape pack as I figure I will find stuff discarded by others that I can repair and use. I wouldn't want to carry a 22lb bluetti eb70 for more than half a mile on top of my 45-55lb escape pack and I'm only 42 but medically retired.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for your comment.

[@davidgraemesmith1980]

@@LoneStarPrepping not too many folks my age or younger would even think of improvising a power supply and even less think it's possible for an emp, I read a report published the same day as the 9-11 report

[@tlflora]

cell phone offline apps! best tip in months! ty

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad I could help...

[@DangerClose13E]

If the US is hit by an EMP what makes you think that it would be a one off event? Wouldn't you expect several, spaced out EMP events? Consider not bringing out your protected devices until much longer.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Its obvious you didnt watch my video. When did I say it would be a "one off" event? Within the first minute or so I talk about protecting items in a faraday bag before putting them in my bug out bag because of further emps...

[@raymondclark1785]

I never thought about a solar charge controller and I have an extra from when I went to a bigger one on the RV

[@THEGLASSMANSWORLD]

I love this idea and concept but in reality, the items we are using daily are the ones we want to protect so how will they be inside a cage if we're using them during the EMP strike? And not everyone can afford two items of each to simply store one away in a cage for an indefinite time frame. I was barely able to finally afford a small 500 watt power generator in the last year and use it from time to time. I guess I could store it in a cage when it's not being used daily, but most preppers have theirs out in videos and using them often as most of them are already living off grid.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

If there is an emp attack, your electronics will be the last thing to worry about. Do you have food storage, water storage, a way to defend yourself? Do you have skills that will help and a bug out bag just in case and a plan? Back to your point... Just put a few items that cost less but are similar in a cage once you have dealt with the other preps first. Also remember, 2 is 1 and 1 is none, even if they are less expensive. When finished using item, put it back.

[@EM-dq5br]

Also.... if there's an empty attack.....I would think that is better to wait 48hrs before using your stuff from the Faraday cage. Most likely there will be numerous emp attacks.

[@truehope287]

Loved this video and your presentation! Definitely subscribed! I need personal lessons!!!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

So glad I could be of help!

[@boringoldman]

Thanks for the ideas!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@dennislabbe2538]

Thank you from Canada

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for watching!

[@davehopper1519]

Very informative thank you

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad I could help...

[@JohnnyBGoode215]

I have a few Baofeng radio's for comms. Batteries will lose charge quickly due to the negative ground being connected. I have 12 volt chargers pigtailed into my old tractor. I also have a generator that runs off the PTO on the tractor. Put up enough fuel and filters for at least a year.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

What kind of tractor do you have? I had a Kubota, when I lived in the mountains. I used the pto for several things but not a generator... interesting.

[@davidclarke6658]

I have incandescent torches and 12v globes as backup in case of led failure. But I far rather the leds if I can for less energy consumption though. Also I was thinking of the electronic circuits in my Deep cycle lithium batteries. So I have deep cycle lead acid batteries as backup.

[@durranaik]

A Geiger counter for checking vegs, fruits, unsealed food items. Not needed for emp but for what may have caused it!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Good idea. I have one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5S0q6aQgLZ9fposi=qupnklgq1znpNTzy I talk about it in other vids.

[@robertortiz7853]

I put walkie talkies, NOAA hand crank radio, Potassium iodine and a laser ranger finder in the faraday cages I gave my family and friends. Other items to stash away would be Night Vision Goggles (NVG), travel solar panels, and Garmin handheld GPS.

[@nonsquid]

Things I would put in a Faraday Cage; 1. H2 Portapack for Hacker RF one for coms and rf detection. 2. Voltmeter with continuity, ohm, capacitance, and amp capabilities. 3. Night vision with rechargeable battery packs. 4. Radiation monitor for general and point detection (GM tube type). 5. Baofeng radio sets. 6. Thermal vision 7. Buck / boost adjustable voltage converters

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I have a few of those items in my faraday cage as well.

[@Rakkasan-vr8xt]

Also Eotech sights or any higher end optic that uses chips and electronics. Many quick release choices for optics return to zero but verifying zero is smartest, specifically by day 3 or 4.

[@christopherleubner6633]

CDV 700 Geiger counters are pretty much immune to EMP.

[@johnrawson6063]

No Gas Mask?

[@jwrhynejr.6689]

GOOD INFORMATION!! THOUGHTFUL LISTING, THANK YOU FOR SHARING !!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for your comment. I took a few weeks planning this video. Its nice to be appreciated for the work. :)

[@leverman7517]

67 here, thanks for your video, good info. Have most of what you describe here , planning to bug in rather than out. been prepping for many years, live way out in the deer woods. Collecting rain water in 250 gal tanks for animals, garden/ greenhouse, and filtration (last case, potable). one thing to remember, all this "stuff" will, over time, turn into dust. Need to learn to live like it is 1600 AD

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I plan to bug in as well, as long as I can. Sounds like you are well prepared. Thanks for you comment.

[@justabearp8789]

Solar panels, in the box, wrapped in aluminium foil and grounded. 12 volt automotive bulbs with holders and wiring. Battery charger with cigar lighter plug.

[@melodyvoss4074]

Thank you for sharing some different things

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad you liked it.

[@farnsmark]

This is great information, personally I am more concerned about CME coronal mass ejection from the Sun ( solar flare ) there was one in March and had it been earth facing we would be in your EMP situation right now. All your suggestions are accurate for this event as well Great video- Thanks

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for watching. I think a CME is very probable at some point.

[@donnakeizer1468]

No go to U B Ready - EMP. Gods toolbox. War is coming to USA

[@toml.8210]

The solar panel on most radios won't charge the batery. It will keep a fully-charged battery charged, and it will probably poer the radio for listening, in bright sunlight.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

@toml.8210 You are absolutely 100% wrong... Post a link to an article or video that supports your claim. Here is my proof that the solar panels do charge the radios... I tested 3 radios.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIiQfaVuoMZnrqM

[@bradford3]

Great video. One question, I understand that an emp would not damage normal batteries, car batteries or solar panels, am I right. Or should one protect portable or back up solar panels in a FC?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Nobody knows for sure what will happen, but from my research, I believe you are correct. I also believe if panels are not plugged into the grid, most will survive.

[@JohnDoe-cd6ro]

What congressional report? I want to learn more.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Info is under description.

[@JohnDoe-cd6ro]

​@@LoneStarPreppingThank you buddy.

[@tlflora]

have a nice cme stormy weekend all! i took some tips!

[@Chris.Y.054]

Thanks for the video. Have you created a video of the off line apps that you have on your old cellphone? If not, there’s another idea for a future video.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Good idea!

[@enriquediaz7547]

Funny… a few weeks been I placed a SW radio & a baofeng radio into a faraday bag

[@goatrancher9kinder]

Thanks for this great explanation!!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you for your comment!

[@fredhinck9685]

Most important would be an old vehicle with points ignition and a simple carburetor. A full tank of gas and a couple gerry cans will get you wherever you want to go and carry what you need.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Yes sir! I would love to have my 1972 Bronco again or my 1973 Jeep.

[@crankyemoji2328]

Great video two thumbs up👍👍. I got myself three power inverters.300W,2000W,5000W.Depending on the power consumption. I use 2000W is good for most small things like a SawSaw for pruning trees. A Skill saw, requires too much amperage. Something to ponder on anything more than 2000W probably requires too much amperes on your alternator.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Nice! I had a 2,000W inverter on the 10,000 watt hour battery capacity off grid system I built in 2015. Thats really all I needed for my home. I have a video on this on my page.

[@christopherpike3073]

Great info Thanks for your time

[@LoneStarPrepping]

You bet

[@Cuatrostudent]

great video, glad I found you

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad you liked it! I went to your page and noticed the guitat licks playlist. I listen to the same guy!

[@PreparedOverlander]

I think it would be very beneficial for people to download the instructions on how to turn a Baofeng radio into a repeater. I have started to replace my batteries for my radio with those that can be charged through a USB cable by using the solar power bank. Also, make sure the solar power bank is a pass-through solar charger. Power banks that support pass-through charging are useful because they let you charge both the power bank and the connected device simultaneously, which is a feature that not all power banks have. This can possibly allow you to set up a repeater with a couple of solar banks and not have to worry about go back everyday.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Interesting idea about the Baofeng...

[@DBs58]

Just asking because I am interested. I have heard and read some about the Baofang radios, in your opinion, are they Wirth investing in for a shtf scenario? Thank you in advance.

[@PreparedOverlander]

@@DBs58 I currently own about 8 Baofang radios in different forms. I started with the UV-5R but have since moved to the S9 Plus because it is waterproof. In a SHTF event I plan on using them outside in all environments. I has done a few videos on radios over the past year that shows my comms setup for me to carry around and what I use in my vehicles. I do overlanding as well, so radios come in handy. There are a lot better radios out there, but if you are on a budget, these will work just fine.

[@coreymason3272]

Downloading everything from entertainment to survival material on old phones is a great idea!

[@SheFlungDung]

Very new to your channel. Have you shared your favorite phone apps? I love the idea you shared about saving your old phone and filling it with apps, movies, music and putting in a faraday bag.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad you enjoyed the video. People have asked about this. I plan to do a video about them.

[@InTodaysVideo]

Great video. Thanks for the information. Can you please provide also the OFFLINE APPS that are downloadable (i.e. Medicinal Plants, Survival, First Aid, etc). I tried looking from the Apple App store and didn't see them.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I will be doing a video about those apps soon.

[@zingodingo2816]

My view on HF (so-called High Frequency) radios: they generally run on (nominal) 12 volts...no inverter necessary. This goes for any 'mobile' versions (using any Amateur frequencies) in a vehicle, and desktop units...usually more powerful and with more features. The desktop ones often have handles to make them portable, though not light. Amateur (ham) Radio has always had a major connection to emergency usage. Still to this day ham radio is the go-to communication form in serious emergencies. They need at least a long wire for an antenna; and of course, a better antenna equals better (clearer, farther) communication. Another very important factor is a strong preference for being licensed. That is mandatory in normal, legal use on any Amateur frequencies but is not necessary in a dire emergency. It IS important though in extreme situations, because untrained people will make communication, official and otherwise, a giant mess, and will seriously hamper lifesaving communication being attempted by emergency responders, etc. Best practice is: know what you are doing or just listen.

[@sammeme7452]

Great video!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thank you

[@leonardopensador]

O evento que queimou as linhas de telégrafo foi provocado pelo sol. Se ele ocorresse hoje naesma intensidade acho que a gente ia estar numa situação muito ruim por anos ou décadas. E pelas pesquisas mais atuais sobre o sol e probabilidade de outro evento semelhante acontece nos próximos 50 anos não é muito pequena. De verdade não sei se existe uma saída individual em termos de plano de ação para sobreviver. As vezes tenho a impressão que os governos já sabem que algo grande vai acontecer, mas como não é possível se preparar de forma que a grande maioria sobreviva, eles preferem não fazer nada ou se posicionar. Mas isso é só paranóia minha😅. Fico a imaginar como podemos conversar com as pessoas que temos apreço sobre esses tipos de assunto sem sermos tachado de paranóicos 😂😅. Obrigado pelas dicas e orientações.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Gracias por tu comentario. Estás hablando del evento de Carrington en 1859. Es probable que esto vuelva a suceder. Nadie sabe con certeza cómo nos afectará esto. Lo mejor es estar preparado.

[@Oivalf0]

E isso aí

[@elcangrijoeful]

Great video and thanks for the info

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thanks for watching.

[@Sleepy.Time.]

having a older diesel powered car is something to consider if you worry about a EMP/Solar storm since they do not need a ignition and can be bump started

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Same with an older regular gas truck or car. I think pre-1974...

[@Sleepy.Time.]

@@LoneStarPrepping yeah any gas car or motorcycle that is old enough to still use points instead of a ignition coil should be safe

[@android2732]

Can I make a suggestion? Video card links to other videos should be duplicated in the description. Some people use 3rd party viewers that don't show the cards. Others may want to find the link in the future without rewatching the whole video. Thanks - great content btw!!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Good idea, thanks.

[@dansklrvids7303]

This was a super interesting video - thanks! I’d like to learn more about your claim that some solar panels will work. Every solar panel that I have (and I have a bunch of different types) all appear to me to be highly vulnerable to EMP - they contain many diodes and yards of very fine printed wiring, which seems like a giant collector. Can you explain what kind of solar panels would not be affected by EMP? Thanks!

[@LoneStarPrepping]

If you go to a link under the description, it will take you to the expert on this. This is where I get much of my info. If they are plugged in, they are at risk. If not have read they should be fine.

[@mr.unknownuser7235]

I have the Bestek 2000Watt and it has been the best one i ever had

[@LoneStarPrepping]

What kind of battery have you directly hooked it to battery posts?

[@wheepingwillow24u17]

QUESTIONS: SO...CAR BATTERIES WILL STILL WORK AFTER AN EMP OR CME? IS IT NECESSARY TO WRAP SOLAR PANELS WITH ALUMINUM FOIL TO PROTECT THEM? THANKS

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I believe most batteries should work. Some batteries that have electronic circuitry built in may be damaged. If solar panels are not hooked up, I think they should be fine. If they are hooked up, I think it will be hit and miss.

[@tarapos]

Good video, any chance you could provide the list of the apps for the phone?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Sure. I will later today.

[@tarapos]

@@LoneStarPrepping thank you

[@mauimixer6040]

​@@LoneStarPrepping just for that you have a new sub 😎

[@GSRG]

Would you please consider sharing the apps you have downloaded to your old phones for the faraday storage cage.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I just added a list of 10 apps in the video description.

[@xclr8er]

do you have a video or list of offline and apps in your survival folder

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Im making a video on them soon

[@Randy2747]

Could you please make a video and share where to get videos, games, music for free for phones and laptops?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Sorry, thats not what my channel is about.

[@christopherleubner6633]

The inverters without battery cables attached are pretty resiliant to EMP. The charge controller is overly sensitive to EMP, as is the phone. Fully charge the battery and wrap it in paper towel then wrap it in foil before putting it in the faraday cage. All radios are VERY sensitive to EMP. You should remove the batteries and antennas prior to putting in your Faraday cage. LED flashlights are a mixed bag. The metal cased type with simple off and on can take it. The plastic cased type or those with variable brightness will be damaged. From my testing the variable brightness ones stay stuck on maximum. The LED itself seemed unaffected. Plastic cased ones were totally fried.❤

[@LoneStarPrepping]

How do you know exactly how any of these things will be effected by an emp? In reality, its all an educated guess, at least on my part. You said "from your testing"? What testing? How did you test?

[@craigthescott5074]

I’m bugging in. No reason to leave your home where you have protection and roof over your head. You just need to be heavily armed.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Not true! Yes, it is best to stay, and I want to and plan to, but there are situations where you may have no choice! See my video about "How to survive an emp attack". Search on YT. It will likely be the first video you see.

[@craigthescott5074]

@@LoneStarPrepping will do

[@nannyrx54]

For EMP faraday testing I thought all was well until i used a Baofeng radio to test and could ping it for about 10 feet away unless it was also wrapped in 2-4 layers of faraday cloth. This included faraday bag purchased for them. My faraday cages are aluminum cans lined in cardboard sealed with al tape at all points and extra aluminum lining on top. Is this level of protection required to block EMP ? Simple am/fm radio signal and cell service was blocked without the cloth but not the Baofeng or other walkie talkie

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Watch my newer video. It goes into testing a bit more... kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6Szl4iuhtiiisUsi=SqBJuwan2lRJ8u56 Your ham radio is too powerful to test the actual protection needed, in my opinion. The tape needs to be copper or aluminum.

[@nannyrx54]

Tape was the aluminum tape on the can and faraday copper tape on the cloth wrapping components inside including the walkie talky and Baofeng same model you mentioned

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thats good. Now, test it like I said in the video I sent you to... use am radio to test it.

[@nannyrx54]

@@LoneStarPrepping yes I had tested with radio and cellphone (limited since only had one and had to wait for a call). EMP bag inside worked without extra layers. What would the Radio frequency be at 30 ft (per vendor) for shielding vs your simple cages? I know this might be overkill but I live too close to DC to take z chance

[@LoneStarPrepping]

@@Vandrock There wont be "none"!. Its metal on metal. Any contact between the lid and can at all will show some continuity. Like I have said over and over.... USE AN AM RADIO with a strong signal. If it goes away, you should have at least 50dB shielding. I communicated with Dr. Aurthur Bradly about this and he said the AM radio is fine. You can use a scanner as well. If you want additional protection, use his faraday bag or foil.

[@dannihardy7874]

Using the old phones for storage materials a great idea especially since they've started using the way back machine or system to go back and delete or rewrite material this way you could make a permanent archive for when more knowledge disappears from the internet

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Not sure what this has to do with storing a phone with offline survival apps.

[@warrenosborne6044]

When we built our timber frame home, inadvertently, we made the construct a Faraday Cage with the foil insulation on the outside contiguous. Our cell phones are inop indoors. I do wonder, however, what is the point of protecting devices from an EMP, when that is the opening salvo to the demise of all life on the planet? I would posit that a CME is a greater concern.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

An EMP is more of a concern to me. A CME is more likely. If you prepare for the worst and hope for the best, you will be prepared for both.

[@AbNomal621]

You have a great point. If this EMP occurs, there is no point in owning a cell phone.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

AbNomal621 You might actually try watching my video. Its obvious you didnt. You really think I would say you could make phone calls right after an emp? LOL Here's a hint... It's not for making phone calls.

[@elizabethtaylor2255]

I'm curious if I can make my aluminum metal rv into a faraday cage somehow. It's one of the Lakota colt horse trailers with living quarters/2 stalls. I have it in case of needing to move quickly due to fire or some other world issue(war, lol). Anyway, horse stall area in it is for storage. Any ways to turn this metal rv into a faraday cage to store everything in case of EMP issues? Would love to see a video on how to do it and what materials are needed.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

It would have to be completely surrounded and sealed in metal and every crack sealed with metal or aluminum tape, I would think... but who knows...

[@billm3589]

If the SHTF what difference would it make to have a ham license … wouldn’t matter

[@LoneStarPrepping]

First off, I never said you needed one or not in an shtf event. I thought I referred this question to another video within this video. Maybe you should take a look at it. One reason, though, is because it would allow you to practice with the radio before an shtf event. If you have not used one, you will be lost. You wont have the experience needed to use one properly. Thats one reason.

[@gregsclavius8806]

good review... Thanks

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasonbowman7190]

I'm thinking anything to connect with Starlink would be more helpful 🤔 and power sources of course.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Not for me... ham radio is way to go. Starlink will likely not work, $110 a month with start fee of $599.

[@shawnmad4772]

The thing I've been wondering is will emp actually do damage to batteries also

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I dont think it will.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Lithiums will likely be damaged. Lead acid, likely not.

[@vaughanellis7866]

I'd also add USB Plug In 50/100/200 LED DIY Micro Copper Wire String Lights (they'd take up next to no space), they'll give you low power area light that you can easily run from your rechargeable power banks, and get over 3 days of continuous use out of a 20,000 mAh power bank much longer if you only use as needed.

[@hs0zcw]

Shopping on a Internet source, about $1.40 you can buy a little device that has a crank so as you turn the crank you are supplying electricity to charge up your handphone . It weighs a couple oz and you don't have to carry batteries or anything ,,, just crank.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Maybe put a link?

[@dustya1982]

You should do a video on the apps you would use post emp

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I listed them under the description...

[@dustya1982]

@@LoneStarPrepping I saw that thought it would make an interesting video series

[@chrisb2239]

Keep in mind that radios, internet, GPS devices, even your local memory cards are likely to be impacted by an EMP or a well placed Coronal Mass Ejection. You need how-to books and notes of key information from your devices as a backup.

[@MagicRoosterBluesBand]

There are solar panels that fit in a backpack, need no inverter, and charges any USB device (phone, tablet, shortwave radio, ham radio, etc).

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Yep. I have one in my backpack, all 21 watts. It takes forever to charge up my laptop and other devices, but better than nothing. In a grid down event like Im talking about, Ill take my 500 watt inverter, battery and 400 watt panel over it anyday.

[@freesia7632]

Do you think an everyday kettle would work after an emp? (Using a faraday stored inverter/battery) naturally there’s fire/camping stoves but nice to maintain brewing cups tea when SHTF (without waiting hours to heat the water using/prepping valuable firewood etc… )

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I don't know what the parts are in an electric kettle. However, if there are any semiconductors or chips in it, it may not work after an emp. I would just leave it unplugged in your kitchen and use the valuable space in your faraday cage for more important things. After a SHTF EMP, you will likely have lot more to worry about than making tea anyway. That being said, my gut feeling is it will probably still work. I would leave it unplugged, though.

[@MorphfitTrainingSystems]

Very helpful thank you!

[@TexasRy]

Great video and I have many of these items in my homemade metal trashcan faraday cage but great point that you may need to be mobile! I've been prepping with the plan to put all my cardboard boxed and aluminum foil wrapped content into the back of the truck and haul a** to the woods BUT there is a good chance the car won't start after an EMP, SO I'm probably going to stay put until things calm WAY DOWN and I can find an old El Camino I can drive out to the country, carburetor baby 🙂

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Glad you liked it. I just did a video about how to survive an emp.

[@jhalscott]

Great video. Subbed.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Thanks for watching!

[@duanebouchard8736]

there is a walkie talky program for your phone from the serval project it gives something like phone service, with the phones being able to daisy chain together to extend their range over the wifi network not as good as a real walkie talky, but, it is something

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I heard there is also an app that lets your phone work like a ham radio. I have not tried it. There is a really good scanner app for you phone as well, and I do use that.

[@pangorbalm8086]

I've got one of those metal cans but I'm wondering if I could just spray flex seal all over the inside instead of using a bucket liner? I've also got a large trunk and I'm wondering if I can just line the inside with aluminum foil and then spray more flex seal inside that? What would happen if I sprayed the inside of the trunk first and then put the aluminum foil into it? Does it matter which side is exposed to the emp? What about just using an old microwave?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

All you are doing is trying to keep metal items from touching the can. Flex seal would do fine if you dont mind the smell or mess. I almost used it back in 2015 but the plastic bucket is faster, easier, and no mess. Flex Seal was the reason I thought of the plastic inner bucket. Use whatever you want. Some people use cardboard. Again, my way is easier. You can try aluminum in trunk. It may tear and likely not seal well and make one big smelly mess. Just test it. Some people say they use microwaves. The two I tested didnt work. Its a bad idea anyway. You get little room to put things in for the amount of room it takes to store. To me it looks silly and it is not as easy to move around because of the weight. These are all ideas that have been tossed around for years. Thats why I use the setup I do... its better idea. Why are you trying so hard to avoid what I suggested lol? Is it the price of the plastic bucket? Its the same price as 1 can of Flex Seal.

[@pangorbalm8086]

@@LoneStarPrepping LOL You crack me up bro. It's not what you suggested that I'm trying to avoid. I just don't like spending money on things that I don't need. But I didn't even realize that the bucket was to keep items from touching the metal can! So really it's understanding that I'm trying to get. It's very interesting to me that a microwave might not work. I put a cell phone in a microwave and called it from a landline and the reception came through and it rung which was baffling to me how that worked. I thought microwaves were supposed to block all microwave radiation and that's what cell phones use right? Again I'm just trying to work with what I've got and hold microwaves for free on Craigslist just make more sense to me and spending money building something that I don't already have. But again mostly it's about understanding how these things work... That's where I'm at.

[@LoneStarPrepping]

Some microwaves work, but dont test it with a phone. Test it with a strong AM radio signal. If the signal goes away, it should be providing about 50db, which is enough shielding. Since you said you had one of those metal cans and it sounds like you were ready to use flex seal, just spend the $14 for a plastic bucket or use cardboard or use nothing and just dont let items that are metal touch the can... But... You will need aluminum tape as well. See my videos about faraday cages. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6Szl4iuhtiiisUsi=Dxom7y_cD8YH_uvL

[@pangorbalm8086]

@@LoneStarPrepping So I just got back from town and I found a metal file cabinet at a thrift store for eight bucks. do you think that would work? Also why do you put aluminum tape on all the seals and screws but not around the lid seal?

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I didnt need to because the lid sealed tight enough. Whatever you use, like file cabinet, there can be no gaps, at all! It must be sealed with metal or aluminum.

[@angacamthehobbit-PapaPrepper]

Just an FYI, if people are using premade Lithiumn BATTS , if it's exposed to an EMP their toast, because they have a BMS ( Batt Management System) think of it as a mini computer board .. Now, you can cut open the case and please be careful, remove old burnt out BMS and replace it with a new unit that you keep in a faraday bag...

[@LoneStarPrepping]

I know... Thanks...