BACKYARD BUNKER PART 5 - WATERPROOFING THE TUBE!
JerryRigEverything
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
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
Chapter 3
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
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
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
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
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
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
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