Rain barrel project

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frank81
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joshh wrote:If anyone else is looking for large collectors, check local oil change places. Often (at least around here) they give away used 55 gallon oil drums free after they suck all the oil out. It would require cleaning / detox, but you can't beat free :D

Another good source are farm supply stores or cattle ranches, they store feed and water in food-grade plastic barrels that don't need cleaned out. Most ranches near me sell their extras for $10 or $15.
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joshh
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fredsheldon wrote:Josh,

Thanks for that link. Those just might be the solution I'm looking for. I just need to buy some concrete blocks to set them on and construct a platform to set the barrel on.
Sure thing :)


They have 300lb and 500lb rated models with a price difference of only $5. They look similar in and out of the box.
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