All the hard work really paid off. I love having running water at the property and the video came out really great. We are still alive so the water filtration did it's job.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Haha yep, I haven't grown any new arms yet!!

Put a "T" in before the filters and run that "un pottable water' line to the hoses, flushing toilet and wash basin. This will save on clogging up your water filters prematurely. Save the filtered water for drinking and cooking.

@somethingelsehere8089

2 жыл бұрын

I was going to post the same, but you nailed it.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

I thought a lot about that, but then I'm running a pipe for filtered water 100 feet to the sink inside the bathroom and a pipe of unfiltered water 100 feet for the toilet. If the filters become a real pain then I'll think about it, but doubling the work/cost of pipes doesn't add up for me. I would much rather know I can drink from the same sink I'm brushing my teeth with instead of having certain water you can drink but certain water you can't.

@richardkaz2336

2 жыл бұрын

@@bkxc Digging one trench and throwing two pipes in is less work than digging one trench throwing in a pipe, then later re-digging a trench to throw a second pipe in. It also dosn't hurt to think a head if you're going to need power somewhere to drop an electrical conduit in for later use. I don't know what the price of filter canisters are in the US, but here they are pricey and once you have more visitors to the site the filters will need replacing more regularly. Given the slime that was in your water tanks I'd say you may be changing filters regularly. It is an assesment that only you can make.

This a serious test of the premise that you can teach yourself to do just about anything on KZread/Google, given a bit (lot) of patience, money, and N+1 trips to Home Depot. Most people would have just paid a company to come in and set up the well house, but there is a LOT to be said for becoming self reliant when you are going to be in remote country like this. Plus, it is fun as hell for the rest of us to follow along. Seeing some pros give you props on the job is just more icing!

Super impressed-such perserverance. I can also see how your body allows you to manage the trails with such efficiency and speed. Well done all around Brian.

Everstoke updates are the best.

You need to remove the plug from the blow off valve. Otherwise it won't be able to blow off to relieve pressure. It should be piped to a drain incase it needs to blow off or if it leaks. But as is, with the plug installed, it won't function or protect your system.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! A plumber on Patreon mentioned the same thing and I realize my mistake now. I thought the actual metal piece was the thing that blew off, should have done more research.

@cyclicalcycler993

2 жыл бұрын

@@bkxc dont worry, blow off valves are meant for waterheaters, as warm water expands, but best to remove the plug just in case off freeze in the system-i use to be a plumber:) okay ill get off my soapbox now...

@tylerlippe7276

2 жыл бұрын

I was going to say the same thing. I’m a service technician for a water well company. Long and short of it. He did a pretty good job on the install for never doing it before.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

​@@cyclicalcycler993 I think the idea is that if the pressure switch fails for some reason it's possible the well pump could just run forever and build up a ton of pressure in the system. So it's a nice little failsafe.

@cyclicalcycler993

2 жыл бұрын

@@bkxc yeah better safe than sorry:) you did a very decent job there my friend

great job brian! these tasks seem so overwhelming… but you just chip away at it… and it’s done!

The skills are building dude! You are going to be like your old man before you know it! Nice job on the install.

Try painting the small tanks black, that will stop photosynthesis and kill all the algae stuff in the tank! We used to do this all the time

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely! All that light coming through is no good!

This is exciting! Tip for the Septic. Don’t install it and leave it empty! Especially in the winter. As the ground water increases poly and fiberglass tanks will either crush or surface if they are not at operating level. Seen this many times. Good luck. Have fun!

I know I’m late. Sorry. But, man , you slammed that water valve straight on! That’s one way of testing you’re new work. Great job

I have an incandescent 60w bulb go on in the well head shed when it hit 30 degrees. never had a freeze issue on any of the ball valves or pipe burst.

Such a small creature comfort that has such a huge impact. I’ve lived without running water, using water bottles and rigged bags to bathe. It’s definitely a culture shock for a lot of people. Feels really good to do it for yourself as well. Seems so intimidating. Nice work guys. Place is coming right along🤘🏻

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, we had months of "bring your own water" and it's great to finally be over the hump!

That was actually really impressive

Great video Brian!! Love the Everstoke videos because they give something new everytime with trail building and Riding!! So cool to see you guys at Everstoke get some running water out!! Hungry for more Everstoke videos!!

I’m looking forward to the next step; the hot water heater for the sauna, shower and hot tub!

When you wear out your current set of tires (or sooner, if you get tired of being stuck in mud), have a look at the BFG K02. They're kinda squirmy while they break in, but they're otherwise very quiet and well behaved on the highway, and obviously perform very well in the mud. I put a pair on the back of my Sprinter and I've been really happy with them, gonna get a pair on the front when I wear down the all-seasons some more. The right tire makes all the difference in the world!

Really coming along! Loving the updates from you and Aaron!

Loving the everstoke videos as always! Keep it up!

WOW great work! Huge update. So stoked to see all your progress.

BKXC! Much love. Do us a favor and put on an N95 dust mask when pouring concrete, cutting foam, etc. You don't want any of that stuff in your lungs! Enjoyed the video!

This is so cool keep it up. I hope to stay there in the future!

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, we'd love to have you!

Awesome job "My Friend" it's scary to do things you're not sure about but you've done it! Really impressive, LOTS of hard work, I hope you feel that great sensation of accomplishment you guys deserve it!

This was great!

Just a couple small criticisms, put all the underground conduit together first end to end, then send a snake (or fish tape) through and pull wiring later. It will be 30 times easier. And always keep wiring solid where possible, just strip the jacket on the UF cable back further. In reality that’s meant for direct burial so you should have pulled single strand THHN, but you did a good job with what you had. Also, an angle grinder is not meant to cut wood, that’s more a job for fine tool or jig saw. Looking good Brian I commend you on your ambition to dive into the unknown head first, and you’re doing a great job of it 👍🏻

“Lots of shims and lots of cussing.” Yep! Dude we need to get you more supporters. Great stuff and big investment!

Amazing effort! Can't wait to see where Everstoke goes. Awesome content as always man

You should strap that tank in the well house to the wall so that it doesn't move .

That is super cool. Your sort of a jack of all trades. Thanks for sharing this with us.

Drove by the other day. So beautiful up there. Can't wait for it to be done for you guys!

I love these types of videos

Goldmine with this series. Love em 👍

In my experience it is best to have the carbon filter last since iron and manganese tend to clog it up resulting in low water flow. Imho it should be sediment->iron/mangsnese->carbon.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting, I appreciate that!

Awesome! Lot's of hard work 💯💯💯

A lot of work. Nice project. About electricity, I think you do the right choice by using solid wire, it is more efficient, and more durable, especially in a humidity environment.

@hb7030

2 жыл бұрын

Cali is dry AF though

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it was a pain and very expensive, but seemed to be the RIGHT way to do it.

@guillaumeleroch1694

2 жыл бұрын

@@hb7030 I never experienced Cali on winter in mountain, but you probably right.

@hb7030

2 жыл бұрын

@@guillaumeleroch1694 The whole forest is burning because of how dry it is.

@AdventureAwaits4u

2 жыл бұрын

Great job! 👍🏼 If you add a bypass to the filters it helps your filters last longer when you are doing a job that doesn’t require the water to be drinkable like washing the motorcycle. When pulling wire you can make the job much easier with wire lube. It’s a thing and not a joke to make you look funny when you ask someone…Where’s your wire lube?? 😂

That’s impressive!!!! Great job!

Finally I missed this kind of videos!

That was a fun video. I have a lot of respect for you guys, I know how difficult it is logistically to build out in the wilderness. Keep up the good work.

Wow excellent need to get it up and running

I trenched power to a shed in my yard. Years later I am still super stoked. Good job on this video.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

That's great!

Fun one... keep up the good work

Excellent work Brian! Everstoke is turning you into a proper tradesman. Nice 877 Redwings in the beginning 😎

Finally back! 🙌

Always great to see DKXC (Dad-KXC) in the videos. Always does solid work!

I am so f ing impressed with your learning. I have a well on my house I have never used. Great job.

great episode ....

The wire was impossible to pull through the conduit because you were pulling jacketed, solid core wire. It's much, much, much easier if you get individual wires with braided copper conductors. Also, shoot some WD-40 down the conduit before pulling the wire through, and use a fish tape so you're pulling rather than pushing.

Do what my father does …. Go to Home Depot… buy every plumbing option you might need … and then some…. Keep it in the bag with the receipt … twice a year bring back what you have used … saves you those aggravating trips when you need a missing piece

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, love it! Clear 'em out!

oh man I can't imagine all the work.

Very Good Man. Congratulation From Perfect Switzerland

Best soap opera on KZread right now 🤘🏼

Awesome progress bro. :)

Great progress Brian. I'm is sonoma County near Annadel and can come help sometime if you are interested.

Could start a new brand of "Everstoke Mountain Water"

Lots of work but just think about all you have learned! Off to Bentonville to ride something new!

It aint a DIY project if youre not driving back to the hardware store as soon as you got home. Lol

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Hahah yep

Can we get an Everstoke Channel?? Love the content!!

Dude I cant believe you have done everything you have done, traveling all over the world, a year doing the 50 state stoke, to buying a piece of property and building something cool, all on KZread budget. They must pay you well

that slimy green stuff inside those tanks is just algae from sunlight, just cover the with a tarp o put them in a shaded area.

Great work! We are going to be building a similar setup but with a deep well. Any reason why you went with a 120v pump instead of a 12v or 24v?

Nice

awesome my frienddd

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude!

@razmtb5028

2 жыл бұрын

@@bkxc wow appreciate ur reply thanks erp

Those are called shark bite fittings, actually pex fittings use a special tool to put ot together

Buy an aquarium UV light to add to the system. Don't need to worry about bacteria.

Stoked for you guys to have running water. Just think all those trips to Lowes didn’t came anywhere close to what it would have cost to drill a well.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, definitely!

Everything went "well". Haha I see what you did there.

Google says: Drinking-water in which both magnesium and sulfate are present in high concentrations (~250 mg/l each) can have a laxative effect.

How much yearly rain you get there?!? I relly love your vids and hope to see you more out there😃, have a great day every one who reads this!

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

California rain totals are all over the board. Feast or famine!

and..... the next vehicle should be a 4x4 pickup and a slide in camper. Where you can drop the camper as a base camp and use the truck to haul stuff for EVERSTOKE!

Man how did you learn all this stuff? Do you just research each step as you go and then implement it? Anyways, great work, it's coming together!

Good progress ! BUT ...... aren't those pipes and water tank going to freeze up in about 3 weeks ? Hope not.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Only time will tell! I've still gotta add a heat lamp that's activated when the temp drops. We can also just drain the system when we're gone.

@somethingelsehere8089

2 жыл бұрын

@@bkxc The Canadian in me says frozen water = broken plumbing.

Did you just found out your other(s) skillset? More power to you and your project!

What state is everystoke in? Really good video, I got my dad into your vids!

Beautiful property! What state is this in?

I’m about to hire BK as my next general contractor.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, only $500 an hour!

@MichianaMadman

2 жыл бұрын

Dang! Is the work that good or is that the price you charge for doing it topless?

You don't need to strap down the water tank to the walls in case of earthquake? Also, maybe a tankless water heater for taking nice hot showers in the winter.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, I bought the straps but haven't put them on yet!

Get an extra filter wrench, they break!

Just want to say I drink well water every day. Other than occasional testing there is no protocol.

who was the gentleman you gave the water to

Loved the video! Except the showing off on pull-ups 🙄😂

Good job! Did you get the Lowe's credit card to save 5% on all purchases? Home Depot doesn't offer that...

Pretty sure you could just use PEX-A and bend it with a radius of like 8 inches instead of all those elbow connectors.

@amandapeine6745

2 жыл бұрын

Looks much tidier your way though.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

I thought about doing it both ways but kinda like having it right up against the wall. Also it wasn't really warm enough to get the PEX bending! I could have used my torch but then I would probably mess up and melt the pipe.

Sounds like you need a custom solar system

Well done! You probably noticed this, but if you do a basic sketch of the plumbing (by hand, google isometric drawing) you’ll get a pretty good idea of the materials needed. Add some contingency and you’re good to go. It may sound as an overkill but it can save some trips to the far away hardware store.

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Most definitely! I was going off a nice reference I had, but should have done a drawing with regards to my actual setup with the various twists and turns!

lol your how is the blow off valve going to blow off if its blocked off??????? lol

more aggressive at tires for that property

Bears don’t hibernate...they enter a state called Torpor.

didnt say hi to hardtail party at the festival? lol

@bkxc

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, the magic of editing!

@danielsummers8410

2 жыл бұрын

@@bkxc haha it was good stuff. funny

I need 4xl t shirt

yeah.....I wouldn't be stoked to see a mountain lion on my game cam

@3:24 I thought you were building a glory hole for your deer friend.

I see lots of dinner on that camera

3:24.. no context BKXC

Nn

Masks when working with concrete! You don't want concrete setting up in your lungs. That's a big no no.