Could a soil tromell/screener be made out of a washing machine/dryer's barrel and another circular mesh around it? That would also be useful if pedal powered.
Actually, I can build one, now that I understand gear reduction, torque is inversely proportionate to the reduction. Here it looks like they have a 4 stage gear reduction system. Also, it looks like they have not done any welding, which makes it a bit easier, just need several throw away bikes.
Having built a pedal powered sewing machine, I can certainly appreciate the engineering and effort that went into this, but is it really necessary? How often would the compost need to be turned and for how long? Seems to me that a simpler hand crank system would serve the purpose.
Nice going!! I helped make a pedal powered drill press years ago and built a recumbent frame with it. I'm now making a pedal powered rolling stage with 3 "cars"-7 person power, 32 ft long.
I would like to see plans to build one of these. Are they online somewhere? What is the big blue tub exactly and do u need tools for welding to turn it into a composter?
Why the overkill with the pedal-powered stuff? Just put a couple of handles on this and really turn it by hand. I know the bike part is cute but not really needed.
this looks amazing! i am a market gardener and this would work perfectly for the amount of compost we make currently make with forks and a bad back. is there any chance you could send me details or drawings of what went into it, i would love to give it a try and pass on the word. ad
That's a huge compost bin. You guys must eat well! Love the shot of the gear reduction system. I also like how the frame floats about 4 feet about the ground, kind of like a tall bike. Funny ending too. Nice submission!
this large bin is actually moving to a local community garden to be used by everyone in the neighborhood. Approximately 150 people use the space and contribute to the composting.
You gotta put a windmill on that !
SurvivalSquirrel 1 month ago
Freakin' BRILLIANT!
marshallonis 1 month ago
Howdy--do you have access to the blueprints? I convinced the non-profit I work for to build one!!! Please shoot me some advice...
Best, Max
GreenUnderbelly 11 months ago
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I was given 2 plastic barrels that were used to store diesel fuel. Is there a way to completely clean the diesel fuel out of these barrels?
TheMysteryGardener 1 year ago
Could a soil tromell/screener be made out of a washing machine/dryer's barrel and another circular mesh around it? That would also be useful if pedal powered.
pyromohanzed 1 year ago
So cool. And, a very good workout too.
lesandnate 2 years ago
Actually, I can build one, now that I understand gear reduction, torque is inversely proportionate to the reduction. Here it looks like they have a 4 stage gear reduction system. Also, it looks like they have not done any welding, which makes it a bit easier, just need several throw away bikes.
1too3fore 2 years ago
you can adapt it to make a pedal powered washing machine, I want the plans!!!
1too3fore 2 years ago
Having built a pedal powered sewing machine, I can certainly appreciate the engineering and effort that went into this, but is it really necessary? How often would the compost need to be turned and for how long? Seems to me that a simpler hand crank system would serve the purpose.
awizardalso 2 years ago
Legs are easier to use than hands.
pyromohanzed 1 year ago
Nice going!! I helped make a pedal powered drill press years ago and built a recumbent frame with it. I'm now making a pedal powered rolling stage with 3 "cars"-7 person power, 32 ft long.
edwardreid 2 years ago
you don't have to turn compost piles, and there won't be any smell. Get your facts straight!
1too3fore 2 years ago
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Why did that guy start jerking off after the other one entered the barrel at like 1:47!?!?
chaji18 2 years ago
I would like to see plans to build one of these. Are they online somewhere? What is the big blue tub exactly and do u need tools for welding to turn it into a composter?
sophia071 2 years ago
Sell it to your local city, everybody wins!
TheGlassCleaners 2 years ago
Very nice. Where did you get your compost bin (blue)???
neilzmail 3 years ago
I LOVE IT!! WHERE DO I GET ONE!!!
CrazyBannnahHannah 3 years ago
You guys are my heroes!
CaptJackSavvy 3 years ago 2
Why the overkill with the pedal-powered stuff? Just put a couple of handles on this and really turn it by hand. I know the bike part is cute but not really needed.
hiramcook 3 years ago
This is so funny! You go dude! Good idea...
muggyruggy 3 years ago
What did you use for the bin part?
tudr46 3 years ago
this looks amazing! i am a market gardener and this would work perfectly for the amount of compost we make currently make with forks and a bad back. is there any chance you could send me details or drawings of what went into it, i would love to give it a try and pass on the word. ad
sponsu 3 years ago
I would love to see pictures of the gear setup and how to put it together. Love it!!
NOSMOJEFF 3 years ago
That's a huge compost bin. You guys must eat well! Love the shot of the gear reduction system. I also like how the frame floats about 4 feet about the ground, kind of like a tall bike. Funny ending too. Nice submission!
fossilfool 4 years ago
this large bin is actually moving to a local community garden to be used by everyone in the neighborhood. Approximately 150 people use the space and contribute to the composting.
tonyinmontreal 4 years ago
This is very interesting. I have a compost area in my back yard, but I never use it because I don't know how or when to properly turn it.
ryantmulligan 4 years ago