User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 8/18/2021 1:51:12 PM EDT
[#1]
For the capabilities of the pump, you'll need to know the overall rise of the total run (depth of hole relative to pressure tank elevation).
That Everbuilt pump (DP550C?) says it'll lift 152'. So long as your total elevation is under this number (I'd give at least 10-20% margin), you should be fine. |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/18/2021 2:18:05 PM EDT
[#2]
Yep, that's the pump!
So, I'll see what the vertical lift is, I wouldn't think it's more than 100 feet but I haven't done the math on it. Would I need a storage tank at the well or could I just use the one in the camper? |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/18/2021 3:55:14 PM EDT
[#3]
I've never hooked up a camper, but I'd assume it should be fine so long as the equipment is rated for the purpose. We're talking a regular (probably a bit smaller) pressure tank w/ pressure switch?
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/18/2021 5:59:48 PM EDT
[#4]
Well, I think a camper tank is gravity so I'd probably have to rig something up in that case. Otherwise I'd have to but a pressure tank.
In the end I may not even go the camper route, might just finish out a section in the pole barn. |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/18/2021 6:02:26 PM EDT
[#5]
There's no water deep inside me, so I'll pass
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/18/2021 7:15:07 PM EDT
[#6]
You are going to want a pressure tank or if the flow is low the well pump will cycle on/off every second
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/19/2021 6:30:34 AM EDT
[#7]
It looks like that would never work if there are rocks. Are you sure your location is rock free all the way down to 50 ft?
Also, most locations require a well driller to be licensed and record the well in a state well record. This is to protect the ground water from contamination. Most states take that very seriously and violating that can costs tens of thousands in fines and remediation costs. Does your state have any requirements like that? |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/19/2021 2:25:19 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It looks like that would never work if there are rocks. Are you sure your location is rock free all the way down to 50 ft? Also, most locations require a well driller to be licensed and record the well in a state well record. This is to protect the ground water from contamination. Most states take that very seriously and violating that can costs tens of thousands in fines and remediation costs. Does your state have any requirements like that? I don't think it would work here with our water in Rotten Sandstone and shale layers. Not to mention the amount of rocks. |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/19/2021 4:58:17 PM EDT
[#9]
I wonder about it freezing. Does the water drain back below the frost line when the pump isn’t in use?
|
|
|
|
Posted: 10/22/2021 9:07:58 AM EDT
[#10]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I wonder about it freezing. Does the water drain back below the frost line when the pump isn’t in use? It's actually a good question, I'm not sure, I'm thinking of building something to encase it but I was able to dig it out and get it pumping water. It was a little dirty in this picture from a few weeks ago but it's cleared up nicely now. Very clean and water tests came back really good.  Attached File |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/22/2021 10:07:14 AM EDT
[#11]
Success!
Well done!  |
|
|
|
Posted: 10/22/2021 4:52:36 PM EDT
[#12]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Success! Well done! It ain't pretty but it works. It's only 15 feet, we have a shallow water table where I'm at. My next well is going to probably be 100ft+ using this dude right here. It'll be a little while till I get that one though. Next step will be to get a cistern put in to store the water for the property. https://www.drillawell.com/complete-kit |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/6/2021 4:06:11 PM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It ain't pretty but it works. It's only 15 feet, we have a shallow water table where I'm at. My next well is going to probably be 100ft+ using this dude right here. It'll be a little while till I get that one though. Next step will be to get a cistern put in to store the water for the property. https://www.drillawell.com/complete-kit I can’t see that thing working in anything but sand. Not enough weight to cut and not enough air to lift cuttings out if the hole. Sand has its own issues, it likes to collapse. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/6/2021 4:21:21 PM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It looks like that would never work if there are rocks. Are you sure your location is rock free all the way down to 50 ft? You would be lucky if you went past 2 feet without hitting rock and having to try another spot here. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/6/2021 7:32:21 PM EDT
[#15]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It's actually a good question, I'm not sure, I'm thinking of building something to encase it but I was able to dig it out and get it pumping water. It was a little dirty in this picture from a few weeks ago but it's cleared up nicely now. Very clean and water tests came back really good. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/519569/IMG_20211022_090526_jpg-2139146.JPG Did you take any pics of the process? Very interested. ~Kitties ETA: You need yourself an old-time wellhouse. A footer with concrete blocks is ideal,probably, for Georgia. The voids in the blocks will give some insulating component. Some foam insulation inside and BAM....livin' the way folks did before everything got fancy and legislated and expensive. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/19/2021 6:07:12 PM EDT
[#16]
What part of the state are you in OP?
|
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2021 6:34:25 AM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It ain't pretty but it works. It's only 15 feet, we have a shallow water table where I'm at. My next well is going to probably be 100ft+ using this dude right here. It'll be a little while till I get that one though. Next step will be to get a cistern put in to store the water for the property. https://www.drillawell.com/complete-kit i bought that kit a few years back. i had no luck with it. there was too much gravel in my soil. the bit would jam up constantly. oh well. ended up going with a rain water collection system. works great. also using a point well now. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2021 7:27:15 AM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It ain't pretty but it works. It's only 15 feet, we have a shallow water table where I'm at. My next well is going to probably be 100ft+ using this dude right here. It'll be a little while till I get that one though. Next step will be to get a cistern put in to store the water for the property. https://www.drillawell.com/complete-kit I like how their linked video shows how it works, it goes down, drills through dirt, mixes with water and vacs out the sludge, but in the video it shows a bunch of rocks as its drilling - and then the expand the screen and the rocks disappear. They did that for a reason, this POS won't work if you have lots of rock. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2021 10:02:19 AM EDT
[#19]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For the capabilities of the pump, you'll need to know the overall rise of the total run (depth of hole relative to pressure tank elevation). That Everbuilt pump (DP550C?) says it'll lift 152'. So long as your total elevation is under this number (I'd give at least 10-20% margin), you should be fine. FYI, when doing calculations on pumps, don't forget pipe friction and fitting losses over long runs. With a 50' deep well and +/-45' rise over 300' the static head is about 100' and the friction head won't be 52', so you should be fine. |
|
|
|
Posted: 11/20/2021 1:50:14 PM EDT
[#20]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I like how their linked video shows how it works, it goes down, drills through dirt, mixes with water and vacs out the sludge, but in the video it shows a bunch of rocks as its drilling - and then the expand the screen and the rocks disappear. They did that for a reason, this POS won't work if you have lots of rock. Everyone of his videos and products on his page makes me want to punch kittens. $75 for 16oz of EZ mud! LofuckingL…. Disregard it’s not even the correct application of the stuff. That’s some spendy whale cum. Think I pay around $140 for 40 pounds. |
|
|
|
Posted: 12/1/2021 3:19:44 PM EDT
[#21]
Quoted: Did you take any pics of the process? Very interested. ~Kitties ETA: You need yourself an old-time wellhouse. A footer with concrete blocks is ideal,probably, for Georgia. The voids in the blocks will give some insulating component. Some foam insulation inside and BAM....livin' the way folks did before everything got fancy and legislated and expensive. I actually didn't and in hind sight I probably should have just for kicks, but the fellows video on how to use it is really good. It's pretty simple, prep the site area by clearing brush and such then start drilling. As you run out of drill pipe length, keep adding drill pipe until you get to desired depth. Once that's done, it's just a matter of connecting up the well screen with the well casing, dropping it in the hole and installing the pump. I'll have to build that, it's on the list to get done lol. Just a crap load of things out here that's on the list to complete. I need to update my other thread too on progress at some point... Quoted: What part of the state are you in OP? Northeast Georgia, I hit a couple of rocks and had to start over a couple times but after number 4 I hit it lol. Quoted: i bought that kit a few years back. i had no luck with it. there was too much gravel in my soil. the bit would jam up constantly. oh well. ended up going with a rain water collection system. works great. also using a point well now. Good to know, I may have to try a rain collection system too, haven't done a lot of research on setting them though. |
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
