If you live near any farms you may be able to get cheap “silage bag” plastic, white on 1 side black on the other to wrap them with Just food for thought and helps recycle the plastic 😊😊
Recently new to off grid living here and had some questions if anyone had some answers! we currently have about 1000 gals of water in ibc totes that we're using to pump into our RV; however, we've noticed that algae is starting to grow. These videos & comments are great on how to prevent it, but was curious if we could still use the water? we typically give our pets water from faucet and use it for cooking/shower as well, but was unsure if it is safe to drink... if anyone could let me know that'd be great!
I just did this project before I watched your video. I used a good quality exterior grade house paint. The tanks got scratched up a bit when I put back into the metal chassis, and so there was some touch up involved after reinstallation. I'm building an elevated and covered "shed" to contain mine so there will be additional protection from sunlight and the elements in general. Thanks for the video.
I wonder what disadvantage it is to just leave the algae in the tank other than the looks of it? I would think it would be kinda like extra fertilizer for that plants.
It may help plants. You’d have to worry about it clogging up a hose nozzle or pump though. I’m using mine to water the animals and don’t want the algae to clog the chicken nipples so I need clean water.
If you live near any farms you may be able to get cheap “silage bag” plastic, white on 1 side black on the other to wrap them with Just food for thought and helps recycle the plastic 😊😊
Awesome idea. I'll check around this weekend and see if I can find some.
That, "star" bit is called a Torx bit.
I just bought a IBC tote, I'll wrap it with a camouflage small tarp using zip ties. A barrier from direct sunlight hitting it, real simple.
They do have covers you can buy for right around $30. Not perfect, but they do a good job.
Cool. I'll have to look into those. Thanks.
hmm, it has been a year, has painting them worked for you in stopping the algae growth, did the paint peel off
I spray painted mine with dark camouflage colors, worked great.
Awesome! You didn't have a problem with the water heating up in the sun?
Can you drink the water after you do this? Do you put Clorox or anything in it? Can you drink it then?
Recently new to off grid living here and had some questions if anyone had some answers!
we currently have about 1000 gals of water in ibc totes that we're using to pump into our RV; however, we've noticed that algae is starting to grow. These videos & comments are great on how to prevent it, but was curious if we could still use the water? we typically give our pets water from faucet and use it for cooking/shower as well, but was unsure if it is safe to drink... if anyone could let me know that'd be great!
Just put a fish tank pump in there and make sure the water is constantly moving. That's less than 10 bucks and takes about five minutes.
Thanks.
not a bad idea, but as someone who is off grid, power is a premium, down to the amp/volt
I just did this project before I watched your video. I used a good quality exterior grade house paint. The tanks got scratched up a bit when I put back into the metal chassis, and so there was some touch up involved after reinstallation. I'm building an elevated and covered "shed" to contain mine so there will be additional protection from sunlight and the elements in general. Thanks for the video.
How to remove the iron cage please put a video
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The video shows that starting at 1:43. Did it not cover what you were looking for? Let me know what you need and I'll see if I can do it.
What size bit is that your using to remove the top
I wonder what disadvantage it is to just leave the algae in the tank other than the looks of it? I would think it would be kinda like extra fertilizer for that plants.
It may help plants. You’d have to worry about it clogging up a hose nozzle or pump though. I’m using mine to water the animals and don’t want the algae to clog the chicken nipples so I need clean water.
@@greatescapefarms Indeed thanks for the reply
@@northcountrytrapper5607 you are most welcome. Enjoy your day!
Ty sir
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Just put a copper pipe in it.
can u elaborate this idea sir
@@ferdiegonzales06 On what?
@@bradjenkins932 the copper pipe sir
@@ferdiegonzales06 Put a copper pipe in it to control the algae. The algae will grow on the pipe.