NO GRID Survival Projects: How to Produce Everything You Need on Your Property

Authors

Michael Major
Amber Robinson
Claude Davis
James Walton

Publication Information

© 2021 Global Brother SRL
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Disclaimer

Purpose: This book provides information on do-it-yourself (DIY) projects for survival and self-sufficiency.
Professional Advice: It does not offer legal or other professional advice. Readers should consult appropriate professionals (e.g., electrician, plumber) for specific expertise.
Completeness and Accuracy: This book does not contain all available information on DIY projects. While efforts were made for accuracy, typographical and content errors may exist. It serves as a general guide, not the ultimate source.
Food Safety:
- Foods described do not comply with FDA, USDA, or FSIS regulations or local health codes.
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- Eating the foods is at your own risk; it is your responsibility to test them for microbes, bacteria, viruses, or germs before consumption.
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Risk Assumption: Building and operating any described projects is at your own risk, including but not limited to physical injury to yourself or others from incorrect or unsafe use of the knowledge.
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Table of Contents Overview

Projects Related to Water
- DIY Sink To Save Water
- How To Build A Rainwater Catchment System
- How To Build A Water Tank For Long Term Storage
- How To Build Your Own Water Filter
- How To Make A Hand Pump
- How To Make Drinkable Water Out Of Air
Projects on Guns and Ammo
- Ammo For Long Term Storage
- Hidden Gun Storage Shelf
- How To Build A Ghost Gun
- How To Make Black Powder
- How To Recycle Ammo
Projects Related to Electricity
- DIY Bicycle Generator
- How To Build A Faraday Cage
- How To Build A Hydroelectric Generator
- How To Charge Your Phone When There Is No Electricity
- How To Get Power Out Of Dead Batteries
- How To Make Your Own Solar Panel System
- How To Make Your Own Wind Turbine
- How To Protect Your House Using An EMP Shield
- How To Turn A Car CB Radio Into A Powerful Transmitter
- How To Use A Ham Radio In A Blackout
Projects You Can Make To Keep Intruders Off Your Property
- Backyard Lights With Sensors That Turn On Automatically When Someone Walks On Your Property
- Backyard Traps Against Property Intruders
- How To Build A Trip Wire Alarm
Projects on Food
- Bean And Rice Survival Soup
- Canning Amish Poor Man's Steak
- How To Dry Meat And Turn It Into Powder
- How To Make $2400$ Calorie Emergency Ration Bars Designed To Feed You For A Full Day
- How To Make Dandelion Bread
- How To Make Hardtack (Emergency Survival Bread)
- How To Make Lard
- How To Make Pemmican
- How To Preserve Eggs
- Meal In A Bag: Hamburger Gravy And Mashed Potatoes
Projects on Traps You Can Make For Animals and Birds
- Automatic Traps For Animals
- Automatic Traps For Backyard Pests
- Automatic Traps For Fish
- Automatic Trap-System For Birds
Other Projects To Do In Your Backyard
- DIY Air Conditioner
- DIY Charcoal Briquettes To Have In Case Of Emergency
- DIY Dollar Store First Aid Kit
- DIY Rocket Stove
- DIY Smokehouse In A Barrel
- DIY Stove Made From Used Tire Rims
- EMP Proof Cloth: Easy EMP Protection For Your Car And Generator
- How To Build A Fuel Storage And How To Preserve It
- How To Build A Greenhouse
- How To Build A Hinged Hoophouse For A Raised Bed
- How To Build A Raised Bed
- How To Build A Small Storage Shed From Pallets
- How To Build A Smokehouse
- How To Build A Solar Dehydrator
- How To Build A Solar Oven
- How To Build A Water Heater
- How To Build An Indoor Greenhouse
- How To Build An Off-Grid Shower
- How To Build An Off-The-Grid Stone Grill Oven
- How To Build An Off-The-Grid Washing Machine
- How To Build Your Own Aquaponics System
- How To Hide From Thermal Vision
- How To Make A Mini Root Cellar In Your Backyard
- How To Make Bio Fuel At Home From Leaves And Manure
- How To Make Your Own Toilet Paper
Projects on Seeds, Herbs, and Natural Remedies
- DIY Mason Jar Soil Test
- DIY Survival Garden
- DIY Wall-Hanging Herb Garden
- How To Make Cabbage Bandages To Treat Inflammation And Joint Pain
- How To Make Moringa Powder
- How To Make Your Own SHTF Medicinal Garden
- How To Stockpile Seeds
- Natural Remedies To Make At Home Using Local Plants
- The Only $7$ Seeds You Need To Stockpile For A Crisis

PROJECTS RELATED TO WATER

DIY Sink To Save Water

Material Cost: 99.00 ext{ USD}$
Difficulty: EASY
Time: 30 ext{ MINUTES}$
Purpose: To conserve water in an off-grid scenario by reusing handwashing water for flushing the toilet.
Principle: Water used for handwashing drains into the toilet cistern to be used for the next flush, incorporating soap to aid in cleaning the toilet bowl.
Materials Needed:
- Sink Twice Sink Fixture: 99.00 ext{ USD}$ (includes tubes and faucet attachment, extender for better fit).
Building Process:
1. Measure Toilet: Before ordering, measure your toilet to ensure the correct Sink Twice model is selected to avoid waste.
2. Check Fit: Upon receiving the fixture, remove the porcelain top from the toilet tank and check the fit.
3. Install Extenders (if applicable): If extenders were purchased or included, install them by slipping both sides into the unit.
4. Reroute Water: Begin redirecting the water that fills the toilet tank after each flush to also run through the Sink Twice faucet.
5. Assemble Faucet: Feed the faucet tube through the hole in the sink basin.
6. Secure Faucet: Slide the included hex nut over the faucet tube on the underside of the sink and screw it tightly.
7. Identify Tank Components: Locate the refill tube, refill valve, and overflow tube inside the toilet tank.
8. Install Fill Cycle Diverter: Insert a clear flow modifier into the T-shaped fill cycle diverter. The flow modifier should be in the downward position, and the short end of the diverter should point towards the refill tube.
9. Connect Tubes: Attach the refill tube to the short end of the diverter. Attach the sink faucet tube to the diverter end pointing upwards. Trim the faucet tube if necessary, ensuring it remains straight to avoid crimping, which can affect water pressure.
10. Position Diverter: Ensure the lower prong of the fill cycle diverter points into the overflow tube. A small length of tubing can be added to this part of the diverter and fed into the overflow tube for stability.
11. Check Connections & Place Basin: Verify all connections then place the sink basin over the toilet tank.
12. Level Unit: Confirm the unit is level to ensure proper water drainage back into the tank.
13. Extenders (Usage Note): Expanders (if available) can aid in leveling or fitting the unit.
14. Test System: Flush the toilet to test the entire system.
15. Soap Recommendation: Use sea mineral soap or unscented foam soap to prevent potential long-term effects on the toilet bowl from other soap types.
16. Installation Complete: The DIY water-saving sink is now installed and ready for use.
Benefits:
- Water Conservation: No water is lost during handwashing, as it's reused for flushing.
- Hygiene & Cleaning: Soapy handwashing water flushes the toilet, helping to keep the bowl clean.
- Ease of Use: Becomes a default handwashing method after bathroom use.
- Environmental Impact: Reduces water waste.

How To Build A Rainwater Catchment System

Material Cost: 411.56 ext{ USD}$
Difficulty: COMPLEX
Time: 3 ext{ HOURS}$
Purpose: To harvest rainwater from a roof for off-grid or grid-down scenarios, utilizing downspout space efficiently.
Recommended Rain Barrels:
- 55 ext{-gallon} $drums are ideal.</li><li>Plastic drums are preferred over steel due to ease of handling and acquisition.</li><li>Industrial-use drums are stronger and higher quality than those sold at big box stores as rain barrels.</li><li>Purchase used food-grade drums when available at a lower price.</li></ul></li><li>Placement Considerations:<ul><li>System should be placed near an existing downspout unless drilling into gutters.</li><li>Choose a spot that collects the most water from the roof.</li><li>Determine the best attachment method for the system's plumbing to the downspout or gutter.</li></ul></li><li>Building the Frame:<ul><li>Weight Capacity: A full system supports almost$ 1500 ext{ pounds} $of water; prioritize high-quality wood and fasteners.</li><li>Construction Quality: Take time to ensure solid joints, and a square and level frame.</li><li>Tools: Drill, drill bits, drivers, level, square, saw.</li><li>Materials:<ul><li>Three$ 55 ext{-gallon} $Plastic Drums:$ 90.00 ext{ USD} $each (e.g., Home Depot PTH0933).</li><li>Thirteen$ 2 imes 4 imes 8' $boards:$ 6.55 ext{ USD} $each (e.g., Home Depot Prime Whitewood Stud).</li><li>Three$ 1 imes 4 imes 8' $boards:$ 6.43 ext{ USD} $each (e.g., Home Depot Premium Kiln-Dried Square Edge Whitewood Common Board).</li><li>$ ext{#8-2½}