This is exactly what i was looking for! I wanted a small moveable sturdy pig pen that didn't need electric fencing (I have little kids running around and didn't want to deal with the risk). I saw others that looked professionally welded and very expensive, but this one is something I can tell a handyman to make. I love that it also works as a shade/shelter. Seriously, thank you!!!
Thank you and you are welcome. 😇 We had several smaller piglets this year and i zip tied some hog panels on the inside to keep the really small ones from getting out. It worked well.
Thank you for your kind words, i appreciate it. It worked well for us because it was heavy enough the pigs were unable to lift it but still light enough to move with an ATV or other. One lesson learned was to install the jacks on the center joint where the gates are joined. Also use a spacer between the gate and jack so the wheel can fully rotate. You can message me for greater detail if needed. Thank you again
I thought of this same thing, only flipping the panels upside down that way the rounded corners are on the ground and will slide so much easier, then u don't have to use the jacks
its taken several years but any part of the gate panels in touch with the ground are starting to rot. the more metal surface you have in contact with the ground "could" be more problematic long term.
Very nice. I just watched something from Justin Rhodes who was talking about Joel Slatin who moves his pigs every 12 days max to ensure soil health for future pasture. How often do you move yours?
They have held up well, however this year I will be converting them to "skis" so they slide over the mud better. If it gets too wet they like to sink, which is fine it still works. Just think something flat with a 6" wide surface would be even better.
@@santafeG I actually couldn't figure out how to direct message you, but if you have time and can figure out how to message me I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks :)
Stopping back by to say that there was some trial and error but we DID figure it out and we absolutely love this contraption! Thank you for putting this video out there. You're a genius
Great question. They do eat the roots so a lot does not come back. I will let the pigs finish a lane and move them over to another lane. After I have moved them to the next lane I till that ground and replant in clover. I plant the clover because it makes a good cover crop. But also the next time the pigs are back on that lane next year they get to eat that clover and they love it. Hope that helps.
16'x16'. To me it was a great success. I kept (2) hogs until 300lbs each with no issues. Con's; I needed to have put a block of wood between the trailer jack and the gate before bolting it to the corners. I was not able to move it without the jack wheels having full 360 degree rotation. Originally I mounted them flush and had to jack the pen over the wheels to move it. That's the only improvement I am making before spring.
All those trailer jacks are totally a waste of time and money, Just skid it, if you have things digging in put a 2x4 or 2x6 0n the bottom and replace it every 4 or 5 years, saves money and work.
This is exactly what i was looking for! I wanted a small moveable sturdy pig pen that didn't need electric fencing (I have little kids running around and didn't want to deal with the risk). I saw others that looked professionally welded and very expensive, but this one is something I can tell a handyman to make. I love that it also works as a shade/shelter. Seriously, thank you!!!
Thank you and you are welcome. 😇 We had several smaller piglets this year and i zip tied some hog panels on the inside to keep the really small ones from getting out. It worked well.
There’s no risk with an electric fence- not for kids anyway. It won’t hurt them. It’ll teach them not to touch it, but won’t hurt them.
Thank you for posting!!!! We were looking for a movable pen but cant use electric fence. This will be a game changer for us.
This is a great idea. I am building one for my pigs! Thanks!
This is an amazing idea!!! Love it!
This is Brilliant! Good job! Thanks for posting!
Great idea!
u have happy pigs 💜👌
Is that a diesel Samurai?
Awesome work mate... I’ve been looking for something to use on sheep and those gates will do the trick nicely
Thank you for your kind words, i appreciate it. It worked well for us because it was heavy enough the pigs were unable to lift it but still light enough to move with an ATV or other. One lesson learned was to install the jacks on the center joint where the gates are joined. Also use a spacer between the gate and jack so the wheel can fully rotate. You can message me for greater detail if needed. Thank you again
great idea
youre a figgin genius. i'm not kidding
Thanks Chase, forwarding your comment to my wife to remind her!! lol
I thought of this same thing, only flipping the panels upside down that way the rounded corners are on the ground and will slide so much easier, then u don't have to use the jacks
Not a bad idea.
its taken several years but any part of the gate panels in touch with the ground are starting to rot. the more metal surface you have in contact with the ground "could" be more problematic long term.
So cool.
Very nice. I just watched something from Justin Rhodes who was talking about Joel Slatin who moves his pigs every 12 days max to ensure soil health for future pasture. How often do you move yours?
Thank you! If its been raining about every 3-5 days. No rain about 7-8 days max.
I love this idea. Most people that rotate their pigs use electric wire but that just doesn't seem secure enough to me.
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LOL! Solid! I actually understand. Thank you
How did the jack wheels hold up after being towed a lot? Did they start to bend the panels or pull bolts out?
They have held up well, however this year I will be converting them to "skis" so they slide over the mud better. If it gets too wet they like to sink, which is fine it still works.
Just think something flat with a 6" wide surface would be even better.
@@santafeG post a video of it when you finish. I’m curious to see it.
Really cool idea. What did you use to secure the gates together at the corners?
Thank you! Saddle Clamps. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IM9D0M0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Also, are you running a wire down low? If you are? How are you grounding it?
I love this, and I'm working on gathering the materials to make one. Can I message you for more details about how you've attached the jacks exactly?
Yes and thank you
@@santafeG I actually couldn't figure out how to direct message you, but if you have time and can figure out how to message me I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks :)
Stopping back by to say that there was some trial and error but we DID figure it out and we absolutely love this contraption! Thank you for putting this video out there. You're a genius
Great job. I love it!! Do you know how much the whole thing cost?
Thank you! About $100 in jacks, $100 in gates, $10 in water barrel.
$35 in saddle clamps. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IM9D0M0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Does the grass grow back or do they eat the roots?
Great question. They do eat the roots so a lot does not come back. I will let the pigs finish a lane and move them over to another lane. After I have moved them to the next lane I till that ground and replant in clover. I plant the clover because it makes a good cover crop. But also the next time the pigs are back on that lane next year they get to eat that clover and they love it. Hope that helps.
What r the dimensions and what’s the pros and cons
16'x16'. To me it was a great success. I kept (2) hogs until 300lbs each with no issues. Con's; I needed to have put a block of wood between the trailer jack and the gate before bolting it to the corners. I was not able to move it without the jack wheels having full 360 degree rotation. Originally I mounted them flush and had to jack the pen over the wheels to move it. That's the only improvement I am making before spring.
All those trailer jacks are totally a waste of time and money, Just skid it, if you have things digging in put a 2x4 or 2x6 0n the bottom and replace it every 4 or 5 years, saves money and work.
If you own a samurai, live on a farm, and don't use it as a tractor, you lose.