BACKYARD BUNKER PART 5 - WATERPROOFING THE TUBE!

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13 min, 36 sec

The video documents the process of waterproofing and setting up the initial structure of an underground steel bunker.

Summary

  • The steel bunker tubes are submerged and need waterproofing to protect against water damage.
  • A durable coating called trench coat, which lasts over a century underground, is used but requires touch-ups due to welding.
  • A second smaller exit shaft with a ladder is added to the bunker for safety.
  • Various metal sheets are welded and coated for waterproofing and durability.
  • KiwiCo is promoted as a sponsor offering educational subscription boxes.

Chapter 1

Introduction to Bunker Waterproofing

0:10 - 51 sec

Initial steps for waterproofing the submerged bunker and addressing potential water damage.

Initial steps for waterproofing the submerged bunker and addressing potential water damage.

  • Bunker submerged below grade requires waterproofing.
  • Concerns include damage from rain, snow, and sprinklers, especially to electronics inside.
  • A protective 'trench coat' covers the steel tubes but welding has damaged some areas.

Chapter 2

Waterproofing and Bunker Durability

1:01 - 1 sec

The need for recoating exposed metal for corrosion prevention and the durability of the bunker.

The need for recoating exposed metal for corrosion prevention and the durability of the bunker.

  • Exposed metal needs recoating to prevent corrosion.
  • The goal is for the bunker to last 100 years.
  • Urgency to complete waterproofing before snowfall.

Chapter 3

KiwiCo Sponsor Segment

1:06 - 1 min, 16 sec

Promotion of KiwiCo as an educational project subscription service for all ages.

Promotion of KiwiCo as an educational project subscription service for all ages.

  • KiwiCo offers educational subscription boxes for various ages.
  • Projects like a programmable music box provide learning experiences.
  • A special discount code is offered for the first month's subscription.

Chapter 4

Safety Measures and Secondary Exit

2:25 - 52 sec

Adding a secondary exit to the bunker for safety and starting on the installation process.

Adding a secondary exit to the bunker for safety and starting on the installation process.

  • Secondary exit shaft with a ladder is important for safety.
  • A large metal sheet is welded into place for the second exit.
  • The hole for the exit door is cut out to ensure it is level.

Chapter 5

Installation of Exit Door and Leveling

3:17 - 1 min, 16 sec

Continuation of secondary exit installation and ensuring proper leveling for the door.

Continuation of secondary exit installation and ensuring proper leveling for the door.

  • Metal sheet for exit door is welded and then cut for leveling.
  • A carbide-tipped saw blade is used to cut through the steel plate.
  • The outside exit shaft will be added later with excavator assistance.

Chapter 6

Welding and Leveling Interior Features

5:55 - 45 sec

Preparing the interior of the bunker for flooring and ensuring level surfaces.

Preparing the interior of the bunker for flooring and ensuring level surfaces.

  • Welding requires grinding away the trench coat for metal-to-metal contact.
  • Lasers are used to ensure that doorways and floors are level.
  • The bunker is designed to be wheelchair accessible, necessitating level floors.

Chapter 7

Floor Welding and Recoating

6:44 - 30 sec

Welding floor pieces to the bunker and recoating affected areas due to welding burn-through.

Welding floor pieces to the bunker and recoating affected areas due to welding burn-through.

  • Metal for flooring is welded to bunker walls, burning through the trench coat.
  • All areas affected by welding must be recoated before adding dirt back.

Chapter 8

Exterior Coating and Recoating

7:14 - 40 sec

Addressing the exterior coating that gets burned through during welding.

Addressing the exterior coating that gets burned through during welding.

  • The exterior coating is designed to last a century, but welding burns through it.
  • Recoating is essential to preserve the longevity of the bunker.

Chapter 9

Floor Installation and Storage Planning

7:54 - 33 sec

Installing the floor and planning for storage space underneath the floor panels.

Installing the floor and planning for storage space underneath the floor panels.

  • Floor installation provides more room and allows for storage beneath the panels.
  • The cost of metal was included in the previously provided price estimate.

Chapter 10

Sealing and Waterproofing Measures

8:27 - 2 min, 11 sec

Sealing the bunker's seams and applying waterproof adhesives for watertight integrity.

Sealing the bunker's seams and applying waterproof adhesives for watertight integrity.

  • Seams are sealed with waterproof adhesive and additional metal and rubber components.
  • High mill suretar is used to coat the bare metal for extreme environment resistance.

Chapter 11

Final Preparations Before Burial

12:45 - 47 sec

Securing the bunker before covering it with dirt and offering exclusive jars of dirt for sale.

Securing the bunker before covering it with dirt and offering exclusive jars of dirt for sale.

  • The bunker is bolted, welded, and strapped shut in preparation for burial.
  • Jars of dirt from the excavation site are sold, with some containing silver bars.

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