Starting Up Another Abandoned Well 50+ Years

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  • @lisavilanova1184
    @lisavilanova1184 Před rokem +129

    The whole time I watch this video I thought back to my childhood. I'm a great grandmother's farm she had one of those at the back of the house in the yard near the vegetable garden. We used to take buckets of water and water the vegetables for her. And on those hot summer days she would let us fill buckets of water up and throw it at each other we would be soaking wet and laughing hysterically. All Summer Long her house would be filled with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an amazing woman. Believe it or not the woman never had air conditioning in her home. She lived in Arkansas where the summer heat to be very intense much like the heat in Texas. She believed in being self-sustaining. She never got rid of anything clothing the children outgrew were boxed up and passed on to another child. And if they are too worn out or nobody wanted them she would cut them up and make quilts and blankets out of them pillows. Often she would make patches with them for when a spot on the sheet got thin or tore. Or one of us needed a patchwork clothing because they got ripped or hole in them they couldn't just be repaired with needle and thread. Her Barn / garage was like walking into an antique museum. Lord I miss that lady and I miss that childhood fun. Thank you so much for bringing childhood memories light. 💜

    • @MeRia035
      @MeRia035 Před rokem +12

      That's so beautiful, I got all teared up. Thanks for sharing ❤️

    • @stevenkimsey7039
      @stevenkimsey7039 Před rokem +9

      Very nice! I grew up in a similar way in the same state! I have great memories of drinking the cold water from the pump and tasting the high iron content of the ground water straight from mother nature

    • @jester-gq9jq
      @jester-gq9jq Před rokem +2

      That's so cool. Try your best to keep up your great grandmas traditions and I hope that she passed on her to termination to all of her children grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

    • @jester-gq9jq
      @jester-gq9jq Před rokem +2

      I have to apologize. I use voice to text and I realized that it entered termination instead of determination. Bless you and your family.

    • @lisavilanova1184
      @lisavilanova1184 Před rokem +4

      @@jester-gq9jq no problem I understood what you meant. My great-grandmother was an amazing woman. She raised eight beautiful children and one gorgeous stepdaughter. And taught each and every one of them how to be thrifty and use every scrap of everything. LOL I guess you can say she was repurposing before it was cool to repurpose. She shared the most amazing stories with us. We learned that she was born in a town that had no cars at the time people were still using horse and wagons or walking. She told the stories about the first roads going in and what life was like with and without electricity. But most importantly the one thing that she taught each and every one of us was how important family is. I swear we're probably one of the largest families in the United States. And it is said if your roots are tied to the Fitzgerald's you have family in every city in every state. So you are never alone. I love being a part of this amazing family. And until this day we are still learning about the history of our family. Thank you all for your kindness and interest in my story.

  • @post.10
    @post.10  Před rokem +169

    I have the trail camera out there at the bowl for about 2 weeks I might put another in the future for a longer period of time but nothing showed up until I rubbed a little bit of peanut butter on the concrete structure and it was a raccoon (edit) after any amount of time even just a day sitting this well will produce the first gush of water being bright orange as the pump itself is rusting. Not a big deal most I've dealt with in the past have the same issue the steel is so thick that it'll still take a few decades to rusted through not a big deal and I also added a stainless steel trough so the water can't fall back into the well possibly contaminating. Will do a 6-month or 12 month update seeing how they did after the first winter. Thanks for watching

    • @Tazerboy_10
      @Tazerboy_10 Před rokem

      😔 - That's disappointing to hear...

    • @jamesalinio5277
      @jamesalinio5277 Před rokem +12

      Give it some time, once the critters find out there is a good water supply, they'll stop by for a drink, my brother has a piece of property up in upstate NY with a natural spring, and has a barrel with a garden hose connected to it, down to his camp site, he leaves the water spigot cracked open enough for the stainless steel mixing bowl to stay pretty much clean, he'll clean the bowl almost every time he goes so it's not really muddy and there are raccoons, deer, a few mice, birds, wolves, coyotes, and even a Bear 🐻 has been seen getting a drink

    • @miguelboricuapatientlongsu1855
      @miguelboricuapatientlongsu1855 Před rokem

      Were I am it's critical offense to do that 😭

    • @jake91hall
      @jake91hall Před rokem +1

      is this on your property or something?

    • @Neilukuk
      @Neilukuk Před rokem

      Can you drink that water without cleaning it?

  • @defiante1
    @defiante1 Před rokem +27

    "I feel bad for killing all this moss." You are too wholesome and caring for youtube, never change.

  • @caroljmcbr
    @caroljmcbr Před rokem +45

    I am amazed every day at your awareness & understanding of SO many things at your young age, your intelligence, understanding issues so thoroughly, your calm at-ease narration and your physical stamina, and your tolerance for cold!!!! I envy that! You stand out in a crowd of "Handy Man" type WebSites to follow! I wish you all the luck and success in the world. You're the BEST!

  • @thomasmccardle725
    @thomasmccardle725 Před rokem +99

    I love the old fashioned hand pumps, and that wooden bucket looks awesome! I’m really enjoying these video’s Post!

    • @peoplenewstoday
      @peoplenewstoday Před rokem +8

      Everyone with a well should have a hand pump for emergency.

    • @justicekrista5665
      @justicekrista5665 Před rokem +3

      I am a recent subscriber and I am just hooked on this channel it is so interesting and educational and even funny at times I've been binge watching all the videos I love the way you mix it up what an awesome Channel!

  • @mercedithcompala8148
    @mercedithcompala8148 Před rokem +1

    The pumps are a great addition to your home. Good job...

  • @preciadoalex123
    @preciadoalex123 Před rokem +30

    Love the green color of this pump, really does compliment the forest

  • @TheDarklingWolf
    @TheDarklingWolf Před rokem +22

    Absolutely loving the videos you've been putting out lately. The street draining is fantastic, but the exploration stuff and projects like this are also absolutely superb.

    • @awg7068
      @awg7068 Před rokem +1

      Same! I can’t keep up, but I’m really enjoying giving it a try! :)

  • @edpoints1127
    @edpoints1127 Před rokem +13

    Props to you for rehabbing these wells.
    I do sewer and water work for a living, so I can easily relate to your videos. In order to make that easily maintainable moving forward, drilling a hole closer to the edge through the lid would've been the best option. And cheaper.No rotting wood, nothing for vandals to burn etc... (I see it's treated wood, that rots too...especially if there's enough moisture to grow moss).
    If there's a pipe laying crew that you pass by in your travels, stop by and ask what EZ-STIK is. It's a firm caulk/tar type sealant that's meant to go between the lid and the structure. It comes in a roll and you install by hand. It would definitely keep out insects that will crawl in between the shims you lifted the lid with to stop the rocking.

  • @vinayymenon
    @vinayymenon Před rokem +1

    That looked like a good workout! I felt productive just watching this cozy video.

  • @stephanierussell8644
    @stephanierussell8644 Před rokem +1

    There's nothing that you can't do , I am constantly impressed by your knowledge on everything. Well done on another interesting video. Just love the pump .👏

  • @nanvolentine9110
    @nanvolentine9110 Před rokem +61

    Another job well done. I love that you worry about the little animals. I found two little mice dead in a 5 gallon bucket in my garage once. They fell in, couldn't get out, and starved to death. I was devastated. Now every pail has a stick in it, so if anyone falls in, they can climb out!

    • @MeRia035
      @MeRia035 Před rokem +2

      You are a gem Nan, thanks for helping the critters ❤️

    • @raggededge82
      @raggededge82 Před rokem +8

      Two little mice fell in a bucket of cream. The first mouse quickly gave up and drowned. The second mouse, wouldn't quit. He struggled so hard that eventually he churned that cream into butter and crawled out. Gentlemen, as of this moment, I am that second mouse.

    • @thehulkamaniabrother2.089
      @thehulkamaniabrother2.089 Před rokem

      Mice carry disease and will make you sick with their piss and shit everywhere. It's not a God damn Disney movie when the black death comes...

  • @infowarriorone
    @infowarriorone Před rokem +37

    Have you tested the water from these wells? It would be cool to see how good it is for drinking.

  • @MikeB128
    @MikeB128 Před rokem

    17:58 EXCELLENT pitch and echo.

  • @PopcornSimulationGaming
    @PopcornSimulationGaming Před rokem +2

    What a lovely video you never fail to amaze me at what you put your hand too .
    One of the nicest guys on CZcams .
    Stay who you are because you’re heart is so big and truly full of love for what ever you’re doing
    Thank you ❤

  • @lvstofly
    @lvstofly Před rokem

    Being a carpenter for over 30 years, when something fits perfectly or a board I go to cut is the exact size I need, I know that I'm in the right path and that God is with me.

  • @Attia1701
    @Attia1701 Před rokem +15

    I counted 25/26 pumps to fill a 5 gallon bucket, that's five pumps per gallon, not bad at all. That is a really nice pump, thanks for the video 🌼

    • @PilotMcbride
      @PilotMcbride Před rokem +2

      Yep. Works out at 5 pumps per gallon.
      Sadly I count everything

    • @kathydoyle9939
      @kathydoyle9939 Před rokem +1

      @@PilotMcbride me, too.

  • @georgedavidson1221
    @georgedavidson1221 Před rokem +3

    I wore holes in my jeans doing baled hay.
    My mother patched and I wore to high school. Then the town kids started wearing patches for fashion
    I counldn’t believe it !,,

  • @cathywright6558
    @cathywright6558 Před rokem

    I LOVE 😍 YOUR VIDEOS! Thank you for sharing. I enjoy your camping videos especially and this one I was taken back to my childhood and spending time w my grandpa. I miss him. I don't know if you garden or farm or fish but I would enjoy videos of you doing those things as well. You are a really neat person, please don't ever quit.

  • @tracybowling1156
    @tracybowling1156 Před rokem +9

    You must be strong. You said it was heavy. But you didn't look like you were straining or struggling at all. ☺️
    I like these types of projects. I'll watch whatever project you want to post.

    • @tracybowling1156
      @tracybowling1156 Před rokem

      @@stitchedpumpkin5905 You know what? When you're right, you're right. Lol

  • @SandyFielding-cl4dc
    @SandyFielding-cl4dc Před 11 měsíci

    Hello friend! U did an awesome job. There's not anything like good ol well water. Enjoy it an God bless

  • @ladypip
    @ladypip Před rokem +8

    When I was a child growing up in rural Ireland we had a hand pump out the back of our house. It was taller than the ones shown here. 💖

  • @markyuen2312
    @markyuen2312 Před rokem +6

    Starting up an Abandoned Well? That's a deep subject. 😀

  • @dawncornwall6268
    @dawncornwall6268 Před rokem +4

    Post! I love your fountains and your fountains of knowledge. I learn something every time I watch your channels.

  • @user-bq3gs6ke6u
    @user-bq3gs6ke6u Před rokem

    Excellent job post. Love your videos,stay the same, wonderful person..❤❤❤👍👍👍👍

  • @DrissDaniel-rn1qc
    @DrissDaniel-rn1qc Před 3 měsíci

    25 pumps - 5 gallons
    Equals .2 of a gallon or just under a quarter gallon per pump.
    25 pumps - 20 litres
    Just over 3/4 of a litre per pump.
    I like your videos. Great work and content

  • @meikgisiger1481
    @meikgisiger1481 Před rokem +12

    (18:00) 🤭 like a bellowing deer ! 🦌
    Cool Video Posty 👍🏻

    • @ddMcDd-yl4td
      @ddMcDd-yl4td Před rokem +1

      I thought it had a bit of a bullfrog twang to it!

  • @fintanbochra
    @fintanbochra Před rokem +6

    Another certified hood classic

  • @nicosia2
    @nicosia2 Před rokem +2

    Too funny to wrap up with the crushed watermelon.

  • @thedogsdiddies8421
    @thedogsdiddies8421 Před rokem +18

    If you don't intend to drink it, you could use it as a heat sink for A/C or even run it through a liquid to air heat exchanger for summer time cooling. Powered via solar panels would be very eco-friendly way to keep cool.

    • @vesa7069
      @vesa7069 Před rokem

      I don't know if having the water in a well heat up is such a good idea? 🤔

    • @thedogsdiddies8421
      @thedogsdiddies8421 Před rokem +2

      @@vesa7069 Why not? If it's not for drinking I can't see any reason why not. You could make a water feature out of the return water and let it soak back down into the ground so that wildlife have access to fresh water.

  • @edithreblora6945
    @edithreblora6945 Před rokem +3

    Love watching all your videos...keep safe always...

  • @shanemcguire170
    @shanemcguire170 Před rokem +1

    Just a tip for your next pump build. Galvanized Steel Pipe, like you used is a good option. The end that you cut, you need to spray that end with a sealing paint. It really does not matter what type of paint you seal it with, you just need to seal it. The Galvanizing is only "Skin Deep" on that type of steel, so you nex to seal the exposed core steel to keep it from rusting. Just so you are aware...

  • @KaySan666
    @KaySan666 Před rokem +15

    If you get a bowl to pump into. How about something sturdy with an edge where water can spill over so that you can maybe put a bucked below the bowl and when you pump, the water fills the bowl and then spills over in the predetermined direction to fill the bucket?

  • @thomasmccardle725
    @thomasmccardle725 Před rokem +4

    You and that watermelon cracked me up, I love you Post!

  • @jland12
    @jland12 Před rokem +6

    17:57 Best moment on CZcams ever!

  • @kathydoyle9939
    @kathydoyle9939 Před rokem

    Excellent! This pump blends in with the forest, too!
    Always interesting to watch you build things. You weren't bothered (too much) having to pull the pump and heavy pipe out again, put extra wood on the cover, and putting it back together (making the pump higher, and easier to use with a bigger bucket) was well done!
    The wooden bucket looks good next to the pump, too!
    Your calm, detailed, explanations, and work-style, are great to watch/listen to! Thank you! 🖖

  • @emeyers5984
    @emeyers5984 Před rokem +1

    Fun and educational! Thank you, David!

  • @desertfoxdesertfox8726
    @desertfoxdesertfox8726 Před rokem +7

    Hi Post!!! I really like how you did both these wells. I loved going to my grandmothers because she had a well with a pump. I loved getting water from her well. Hope your week is going well and I can't wait for your next video. Thank you for putting those pumps in.

  • @phillbozz853
    @phillbozz853 Před rokem +3

    Really like the diy would like more projects

  • @Mike_Plays
    @Mike_Plays Před rokem

    Now I really want one of these in my yard!

  • @amandajarboe1131
    @amandajarboe1131 Před rokem +1

    I have learned something new today! So a good day, thank you!! Stay safe, stay working!

  • @BlahBlah-em2ed
    @BlahBlah-em2ed Před rokem

    Love the 2 Ltr of orange soda! Stay hydrated!

  • @JLFamilySong
    @JLFamilySong Před rokem

    I loved the red pitcher pump video and now this well pump video. How cool! These take me back to my childhood. My grandfather had both on his property. They used the pitcher pump to pump water from shallow wells and the well pump to pump water that was much deeper thus the longer stroke on the piston. My brothers and I loved to pump the water. The fun ended when my grandpa got one of those new-fangled "lectric" pumps. Boy, when that thing turned on, you'd jump a foot. It was loud!

  • @stonewallpi1
    @stonewallpi1 Před rokem +1

    I'm loving the well series! I'm glad to see you went the extra mile to raise it up a bit for the 5 gallon bucket to fit under it. I timed it when you filled the bucket up and you were a tick over 20 seconds. So your getting about 14-15 gallons a minute out of the hand pump if you kept going. A typical home has a 3/4 x 5/8 water meter and people get on average 15-17 gpm out of it. Depending on where you live. I would say that pump is very effective!. Well done!

  • @babettesmeesters8947
    @babettesmeesters8947 Před rokem

    Wow great job! I love those old fashioned pumps, ty for all your interesting podcasts 💕

  • @misterbig3331
    @misterbig3331 Před rokem +2

    Hi! Its good to see how you brought the well back to life, I live in Hungary and we just finished our well too, and it has super clear water because its 60 meters deep so we can drink from it too. I really hope I can see more well renovating content on this channel! Also I would suggest you buying foot valves so the water would always remain in the pump even for weeks without using it. At least this is how we do it here.

  • @PeterWiernicki
    @PeterWiernicki Před rokem

    I didn't think I'd enjoy these pump installation videos, but THEY'RE GREAT!

  • @ebikescrapper3925
    @ebikescrapper3925 Před rokem +7

    I would extend the spout as the wood will not last long even though it is pressure treated. Put the bucket on the ground sitting on a plastic crate or another bucket.

  •  Před rokem

    17:55... and the cut afterwards, oh my god, golden editing!

  • @clairefunnell8481
    @clairefunnell8481 Před rokem +1

    So neat watching you work. I agree about the camp theory. Great work Postie.

  • @gatorgogo2742
    @gatorgogo2742 Před rokem

    these hand pumps are so nice. i have an old well out back and may have to get one. lol thanks for showing us!

  • @CC-df3xy
    @CC-df3xy Před rokem +2

    I love it when you build stuff! I'm learning so much, thank you Post 10!❤️

  • @MissScrappy
    @MissScrappy Před rokem +2

    Entertaining and educational!! Great job!!

  • @WholeLottaRandoms
    @WholeLottaRandoms Před rokem +3

    My day was made when he whipped out that 2 liter of Fanta.💗 beavers

  • @agplay2290
    @agplay2290 Před rokem

    You are a true hero in my 👀. Thank you.

  • @markuskruger2102
    @markuskruger2102 Před rokem +1

    Nice DIY Video, in German Language this type / kind of pump is named Schwengelpumpe ( Schwengel is the Handlebar )😀 Its sometimes for garden usage, not so often for drinking water.....

  • @bobjoncas2814
    @bobjoncas2814 Před rokem +1

    ...GOOD ONE, NICE JOB, KEEP SAFE..

  • @XtremeDirtRacing
    @XtremeDirtRacing Před rokem +1

    Shorts under shorts is always a good choice. 👍

  • @simonworthington5162
    @simonworthington5162 Před rokem +1

    I never thought i would be looking at a lad putting a pump on a well twice and enjoyed it + your good at what you do. Thanks , maybe you want a plunge pool to cool off in the high temperatures?.

  • @kettujabamiesukkeliukko

    Good job! There's something about those old pumps, I like those.
    I would've kept that well cover there and clean around it to minimize risk of debree dropping in.

  • @marktaylor865
    @marktaylor865 Před rokem +2

    Great content again. Thanks post

  • @nomoremeaning
    @nomoremeaning Před rokem

    Glad to see someone realizes it's more efficient to drink straight out of the 2-liter.

  • @marciam6224
    @marciam6224 Před rokem

    I wasn't counting how many seconds, I was counting how many pumps it took and at 26 it overflowed. Good job!!

  • @mrnanookify
    @mrnanookify Před rokem +3

    You are a cool little bro. We're Enjoying your videos. Keep making them as long as you are happy doing it.

  • @euphoria_borealis2971
    @euphoria_borealis2971 Před rokem +1

    I bet if you used a life straw that water would taste amazing. One time when I went camping we pulled water out of a creek and put it through a portable water purification unit, I swear it was the best tasting water I ever had.

  • @PTRMAN
    @PTRMAN Před rokem

    If you rotate that green pump 180 degrees, you could rest the bucket on the cover while you fill it. Either that or extend the spout a few inches.

  • @martinstuvland8620
    @martinstuvland8620 Před rokem +3

    Well well well.....what do we have here? 😀 I'm sorry. I had to! Jokes aside....almost. Very well done!

  • @lynh8378
    @lynh8378 Před rokem +1

    Nice job. So pretty out there.

  • @dudeofdixie
    @dudeofdixie Před rokem +4

    You are living the life everyone thinks about doing and fails. You're the best.

  • @nkogliaz
    @nkogliaz Před rokem +5

    These well builds are pretty cool, I've enjoyed watching this and the last one, keep it up Post, content is always quality, cheers from the Midwest!

  • @ljtlove4519
    @ljtlove4519 Před rokem

    If I could suggest, maybe you could use a diverter for the water to fill a larger bucket on the ground next time.

  • @fredb1973
    @fredb1973 Před rokem

    That's awesome, love the old style pumps. Keep up the great videos, I think I'm addicted, I watch at least 2 videos a day lol

  • @jamesalinio5277
    @jamesalinio5277 Před rokem +2

    I'm loving this Post 10, give it enough time and the critters will find your water pail to drink from

  • @dickmcshan9778
    @dickmcshan9778 Před rokem

    Wowzzers! Great job and entertaining presentation! Cheers, Dick from Vancouver.

  • @musheopeaus4125
    @musheopeaus4125 Před rokem

    18.02 impressive belch !

  • @xdgmail1458
    @xdgmail1458 Před rokem +1

    Theese videos are really satisfying

  • @memecats5698
    @memecats5698 Před rokem

    I used one of those for freshwater and one cistern pump for everything else at my in-laws Way back in the 70s and 80s. Never did like the taste of that water, guess I was too used to city water. And yes I crushed my fingers and hands a few times, with the longer handles it’s really easy.

  • @Geekinman.
    @Geekinman. Před 6 měsíci

    Im a plumber that blue monster teflon tape is the best out there good choice

  • @packers45678
    @packers45678 Před rokem

    Post10 you’re a legend. I’d trust my life with a GRK

  • @NickNoodle1255
    @NickNoodle1255 Před rokem +2

    Your channel is just so interesting to watch. As if unclogging culverts wasn’t enough.

  • @braydancoe3390
    @braydancoe3390 Před rokem

    Pure class ✌️

  • @swiberk
    @swiberk Před rokem

    "nice cold pipe" lol good job man!

  • @ragingghost1088
    @ragingghost1088 Před rokem +1

    You are awesome at what you do

  • @joek2k
    @joek2k Před rokem +4

    Given that you receive permission, it might be an excellent spot to go metal detecting at.

  • @heatherlane9270
    @heatherlane9270 Před rokem

    Always thinking - clever to use what is available. Looking after the moss - Post 10 all the way.

  • @Gerald.69
    @Gerald.69 Před rokem

    Its rust color paint or iron/black on almost all the ones Ive ever seen in my life for the most part. Yours is unique.

    • @Gerald.69
      @Gerald.69 Před rokem

      You deserve every penny you earn from ads. Your channels "Post 10" and "New England Wildlife and more" have entertained me for more hours than any channel on youtube, along with dark docs and the other dark channels, and Mr Ballen. Keep up the awesome work and be safe eating that old food and unclogging culverts during floods!

  • @littleman8674469
    @littleman8674469 Před rokem +1

    I'm liking these different videos!!!!

  • @Millbrook1974powderedwater

    That belch at 17:58 was genius.

  • @ffsthe1stYT
    @ffsthe1stYT Před rokem +2

    you really seem to be good at everything!

  • @xerusama
    @xerusama Před rokem

    Waaah haven't seen your vids for quite some time....I am super happy that you still do all these amazing things! Keep up the good work! (And I'm gonna watch all those vids I missed XD )

  • @georgesmith8113
    @georgesmith8113 Před rokem +1

    Good job Post!
    I think you’ll be glad that you raised it up. Much more practical.
    Ah the cool pipe face plant!! 🤣🤣
    👍👍👍👊😎

  • @carl1367
    @carl1367 Před rokem +5

    one day in the end times some survivor will stumble upon your wells and have no idea that you saved them

  • @MrJohntilly
    @MrJohntilly Před rokem +2

    Questions
    1 are they your wells
    2 why are u doing that
    3 won’t the water smell been inside that long
    4 what are u using the water for

  • @stlsucks
    @stlsucks Před rokem +1

    Nice work!

  • @jamesc8935
    @jamesc8935 Před rokem

    Maybe use composite decking for your platforms. Weather/water resistant and if you get the right kind very sturdy. It would eliminate rotting wood and hold up over time.

  • @crystalkarlson5491
    @crystalkarlson5491 Před rokem

    Look into a hose attachment for the pumps. The edge of the well cover doesn't allow for much stability/mobility once you get a 5 gallon bucket full.

  • @aswadrazali502
    @aswadrazali502 Před rokem

    satu masa benda nie akan berguna jgakk👍👍paduu

  • @dimwittflathead639
    @dimwittflathead639 Před rokem +1

    You should get the kind of pump ohio state parks use at mosquito lake. You pump a bit and it fills a reservoir then that feeds a water fountain. The sink and also overflow drops to the ground.

  • @pennym6576
    @pennym6576 Před rokem

    This was fun! Great idea post ❤️

  • @Bob_Sacamano
    @Bob_Sacamano Před rokem +1

    really enjoyed the video!