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 PLASTIC BARRELS USED VERTICALLY

The third way while a bit more complicated is probably the most favourable in that recycled closed top barrels which are the most common and readily available are used in the vertical position. Here are the steps in Picture form:

STEP 1
    
    
Drill a 1” hole near the bottom
       
STEP 2
    
    
Heat the area (To soften the plastic)
      
STEP 3
    
    
Spigot for Barrel (vertical)
       
STEP 4
    
    
Tighten hard (if no washer used)
       
STEP 5
    
    
Drill 3/4” hole (in Threaded Bung)
       
STEP 6
    
    
Attach hose to Garden
Watersaver Diverter unit
       

HINTS

  1. For drilling for the spigot - file 1/64" off the blade drill bit ( a little off each side ) and do not use a washer and tighten the Spigot hard. If it will not tighten hard then use the washer ( and if necessary Teflon tape )
  2. If the plan is to link barrels then do not file the 1” blade bit until you drill the holes for the Connector kit. as it needs a full 1 “ hole
     
  3. Do not use barrels that contained chemicals and do not drink the rainwater without purifying. Barrels that contained food products or soap type products are available in most cities.

 

PLASTIC BARREL PLACED HORIZONTALLY

This is just as easy and takes only 10 minutes to make.
 

Instructions:

    1. Drill a 1/2 to max 3/4” hole in the center of the bung that is threaded. This will leave a small collar which will act as a washer.
    2. Attach "Spigot for Barrels (Horizontal)"
    3. Drill a 3/4” hole on the side of the barrel that is opposite to the drilled bung. Have a look at menu item 'How to make Rain Barrels' to get a better understanding plus ideas for horizontal barrels

 

 

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