In this episode of #YouTubeGold we are building a water system for the 1/14th scale SHAKER PLANT for my Gold Mine. Of course, in true Gold TV style.. not everything goes to plan.. and we learn a lot of lessons. Steve is a buddy of mine from many years ago who has recently delved into the hobby of radio control and has taken a special interest in the RCSparks Gold mining operation. If you have missed the first two episodes, I suggest checking them out before you continue in this video.
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**Side Note: I got the Shaker at www.RCModelDesign.com, and it is a partial kit with CNC-cut pieces that are assembled by the builder.
The SHAKER does not come with a watering system..and we thought we would tackle it today. The point of a wash system is to clean the rocks, and dirt that is processed through the top of the shaker, removing any GOLD and washing into a sluice box.
WE HAVE NEVER GOLD MiNED BEFORE .. if you can't tell, HAH!
In fact, we are just bumbling along having fun with two cool hobbies.. bringing them together in a parody mini series - in tribute to the GOLD shows that are all over the TV Networks. We have been watching them for years.. and me, quite avidly.
After testing and reviewing the footage - there were many things I would change about the setup.
1) Close off some of the open piping with valves to make the pump area smaller
2) Have a Recirculating option, so I can have continuous flow of water without the fear of running out
3) Adjust the nozzles to be more of an even spray (Replace the Nozzles with Metal - to INCREASE Pressure!)
4) Move the Top Spray Bars higher up the wash plant. (so it washes dirt dumped from the bucket, right at the very top of the shaker)
5) We may need a higher flow Pump. 800 gph does not seem to be enough to run all three spray bars. But, with tweaks, and dialling it in - it may be enough water flow
6) I need to raise the sluice box for more of an angle
Many moments in this film reminded me of the Gold shows on TV.. and I felt a lot like Todd Hoffman. Me, depending on a build to work out, feeling all good about it.. and then... disaster! then .. you fix it.. then another disaster...!UGH! Whats up with my EXCAVATOR?! First Bucket Curl?! Haha.. Go figure.
So much work to do, and I haven't moved any Gold Rich Pay Dirt!
Soon...
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