Test Run on my VEVOR Moonshine Still 9.6 Gal Stainless Steel Distiller by making Distilled Water.

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  • I have been wanting to try out my distiller for a long time and after 5 months, I have pulled it off the shelf and put it to work making distilled water! I need to figure out how to put it together, make sure all the seals are good and nothing is broken or damaged!
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Комментарии • 329

  • @arnoldcollingham3802
    @arnoldcollingham3802 2 года назад +68

    You have the condenser hoses reversed the cooling water exits from the top. This is a common error for new still runners.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +12

      Thank you so much! I was going to reverse them the next time I set it up! Thank you for confirming it for me! Awesome!

    • @jupitercyclops6521
      @jupitercyclops6521 Год назад +6

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife
      Sure.. ....
      you were going to reverse it!
      Just kidding

    • @watching4410
      @watching4410 Год назад

      I was about to say... A siphon with air/gravity/pressure should move the water quicker based on position of tube with pump.

    • @watching4410
      @watching4410 Год назад

      So what are results with pump switched??

    • @juntjoonunya9216
      @juntjoonunya9216 Год назад +1

      ​@@jupitercyclops6521I don't get it. She said she would reverse it. You repeated what she said?

  • @canlite
    @canlite 2 года назад +5

    I have the 5 gallon. To stop the rocking. I put 2 gallons of whatever im putting in the pot next on top of it. It does 2 things. Stops the rocking and it warms next batch up so it takes less time to get going again.

  • @TheCanadianBubba
    @TheCanadianBubba 2 года назад +5

    The more you can do, the more you can do ! Great work Kathleen !

  • @cecillec2331
    @cecillec2331 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for making me feel I can do this myself.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      You are welcome and if I can do i know you can also! Have a great day!

  • @TheSaltblock
    @TheSaltblock 2 года назад +5

    Looks like you need to tighten the packing nut on the valve. Also, I think you can leave the top valve wide open but leave the bottom valve a quarter open. You shouldn't need full flow to keep the water cool enough to do the job. Great video. Thanks.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much! I will tighten the nut and try your advise on the flow!

    • @RRaucina
      @RRaucina 2 года назад

      There is no packing nut on those cheap valves, that only holds the handle on.

  • @EagleOxford
    @EagleOxford Год назад +2

    Good Video, I do have to say that I was looking to see it in full functional shape. When you set a major part aside(which I understand you did not Need), I had to go look for some other videos, because that was the part that was relevant to my particular situation. Thank you for your video, it did help me on a few things.

  • @danielseyler5875
    @danielseyler5875 Год назад +2

    thanks for the demonstration. To prevent overflow of your condenser bucket, try placing only enough water in your reservoir to fill the bucket? To prevent distiller pot from rocking, did anyone ever try placing a metal plate under the pot to better distribute the heat ? The rocking may be caused by pockets of heated water on the bottom expanding, steam is 30 larger than cool water ... PUFF, PUFF, like a locomotive ?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Thank you for the tips! I will try them out and see how they work! Have a great one!

  • @MtnGrandma
    @MtnGrandma 2 года назад +14

    Very cool thank you for sharing! I want to learn to make moonshine. I don’t drink but I do make tinctures and would like to be able to make my own moonshine to make it rather than relying on store bought vodka. Thanks for sharing! 😊👍

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +7

      I was thinking the same thing when I bought it but you have to be careful because of the federal laws. I may do a granny and make some medicinal tincture water! LOL!

    • @cecillec2331
      @cecillec2331 2 года назад

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife Yeah, watch out for the New World Order "federal laws". Start making a cure for cancer like Rick Simpson and the "federales" will destroy your life".

  • @swampysanta5445
    @swampysanta5445 2 года назад +2

    outgoing gotta be on top and incoming should be in the bottom top valve should be wide open and inflow is what adjust ur temp of ur water in the worm

  • @rllatewood1850
    @rllatewood1850 Год назад +3

    I did not see any mention of a vinegar steam run to clean out residual manufacturing compinds and grit. I am legally blind and only read a few of the posts below. Hope this helps. Make sure you clean this or any new distiller before the first run that you plan to make something to drink. Peace

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Thank you. This 1st test run I ran city water through it to see how much and how long for distilled water. Have a blessed day!

  • @NashPotatoesOutdoorShow
    @NashPotatoesOutdoorShow Год назад +3

    Great video! Did you happen to see if your thermometer was calibrated? Mine was off by 12 degrees!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад +1

      No I did not but that is something I will do. Thanks for the information! Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @CrowCreekOutdoors
    @CrowCreekOutdoors 2 года назад +1

    Seems like it would be easier to put crushed ice in the condenser pot, turn one of the valves on to drain the melted ice, & add more as necessary.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      That is an excellent idea but I am going to flip the hoses and see if that makes a difference.If that doesn't work that is a good option. Thanks for the tip!

    • @juntjoonunya9216
      @juntjoonunya9216 Год назад

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife did flipping the hoses work better?

  • @stuartpowell449
    @stuartpowell449 2 года назад +10

    Hey great video ! I really enjoyed watching you put it together. I think if you place the hole pot in a large skillet it would help you out with the rocking and shaking. It's because the bottom of the pot is thin so the heat isn't distributed very well. I had the same problem so I bought a large cast iron skillet from Walmart camping aisle. It was less than $20 and it worked out great on the shaking. Evens out the heat.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much! I will see if I can find one! Thanks so much for the tip!

    • @lemmalee
      @lemmalee 7 месяцев назад

      Great tip @stuart I’ll try this out too

  • @cobrick7570
    @cobrick7570 2 года назад +9

    Hey, a friend gave me a still like this. I had the same issue with the worm. The condenser container is too small. An easy fix is to get a 5 gl bucket and 20 feet of 3/8 copper tubing. You can use the fittings that came with your condenser. You will have to flare the new copper tubing with a flare tool. This will solve the overflow problem.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      Thank you! I will have to looking to that! have a great day!

    • @rottison
      @rottison 2 года назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife I was at this state once i just used a small in-line ball valve just after the pump to slow the water down do not use the ones on the condenser you will be there all day just adjusting the water in side (right!!) anywho leave the condenser in side only for fine tuning not for total control hope this helps you

    • @juntjoonunya9216
      @juntjoonunya9216 Год назад +2

      Sounds like you can just DIY the whole thing and get a thicker more suitable boiling pot

  • @samiaaziz7200
    @samiaaziz7200 3 месяца назад +1

    You think I can make a rose water like you did distilled water ?
    Thank you for answering me 😊

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  3 месяца назад +1

      I think you can all though I never tried. Interested to see how it worked out for you! Have a great day!

  • @joedodsworth4301
    @joedodsworth4301 9 месяцев назад +1

    I live in the uk and im very interested in making moonshine, plus i work on a farm and can get corn no problems, just wished i had some shiners living near me to help a new dude

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  9 месяцев назад +1

      I wish we could make shine without a federal permit otherwise I would have made a bunch by know! Hope you find someone close to share some shine recipes!

    • @joedodsworth4301
      @joedodsworth4301 9 месяцев назад

      I find it so stupid that you guys get punished for making shine from the law when in my eye its your right to do so! Love how making it is passed down generations and that right there should never be forgotten. Wish ya all moonshiners the best of luck 👍🏽

  • @josephmolion4345
    @josephmolion4345 Год назад +1

    Editing my post, I see someone else pointed out the thumper gasket error. Otherwise, nice tutorial!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Yes i need to fix that but thank you so much! Merry Christmas!

  • @GO0DWOLF
    @GO0DWOLF 2 года назад +7

    The wobble during boil is pretty common on thin bottomed pots. It's a whole mess of physics to explain it, but if you can find a thicker bottom pot the same size as your original, that should take care of it. OR you can reduce the heat and run it slower. Also, as pointed out, put your cooling water in on the bottom fitting, the water will form a temp gradient with it working from warmer at the top to where the steam comes in and cooler at the bottom and give you a better rate of condensing. and gravity will pretty much keep your water level from going wonky even with the valves full open.
    You can even fill your sink with ice water instead of putting the ice in the worm pot to try to regulate temps. Hope this helps.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      It helps very much thank you for these tips! Have a great day!

  • @michaelrivas4076
    @michaelrivas4076 Год назад +9

    Love the video , I appreciate you taking time to show all the parts and the issues you ran into . This is a great video .

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comments. I hope you had a happy thanksgiving!

    • @gmister24
      @gmister24 Год назад

      The issue is that you have to shut off the pump before closing the valves otherwise it will put more pressure and make it leak, also you will burn your pump out.

  • @evw-ri8yt
    @evw-ri8yt 2 года назад +8

    I did a test run myself using what knowledge I picked up in the Navy but found myself bewildered on what to do with some of the parts that were included (I did not get an operating manual) but your video solved a lot of my questions. Of course I am going to give it another go. Thank you for putting this video together!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      You are very welcome. I am glad
      I could help!

    • @EagleOxford
      @EagleOxford Год назад

      Hey There, Fellow Distiller! Look up your model or find one that is similar to your setup and use that name to find the manuals online. I've had to do this for half of the "Toys" I get on Amazon. There are Always manuals online, usually from the products distributor or creator. Good Luck, Never give up on the things you truly enjoy! 🕊️♥️🍀🧠

  • @brianrossini232
    @brianrossini232 2 года назад +4

    I had the same one on the worm I drilled out the outlet hole and put a bigger diameter hose for it to drain faster so I didn't have to babysit the worm lol make half decent shine to

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Thanks for the tip! Ill look into doing something similar! Have a great day!

  • @nigelarthur1281
    @nigelarthur1281 2 года назад +5

    Thank you for this video, I am researching this hobby and am considering buying one of these stills. I will watch more of your videos but think you have now encouraged me to buy a small one from Amazon. Thank you!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      I am so glad my video helped you decide! I think it is a good starter still or something to use occasionally! Have a great week!

  • @mohammadabusaleh2400
    @mohammadabusaleh2400 3 месяца назад +1

    Who will get it in India? Can you give the number of those who will get it?

  • @mariowoodberry5273
    @mariowoodberry5273 2 года назад +5

    I have been looking for months for a video that showed the details that you provided in this video. I greatly appreciate this video

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Thank you, I am so glad it was helpful! Have a great week!

  • @francoisrochefort5759
    @francoisrochefort5759 2 года назад +1

    You need an Arduino UNO with a PID controller in order to solve your overflow problem

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for the tip. I will do some research! Have a great day!

  • @Itisme38
    @Itisme38 2 года назад +1

    Can you just run the condenser water in a circle ....like a pump from one hose to the other?
    How long does it take to distill 1 gallon of water?
    Just for distilled water

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      I was using a water pump and ended up putting the ice in the sink for better circulation. I found that the cooler the water in the condenser the faster I was able to produce distilled water but I would say once you get to temperature the water distillation for about a gallon was an hour if I kept the water cold. Thank you!

  • @Georg.Löding
    @Georg.Löding 24 дня назад +1

    I just bought one yesterday but there were no instructions on how to assemble the parts which confused ne a bit.
    Thanks to your video this kind of problem is now solved. Thank you for sharing! - Georg L. from Germany

  • @VIdeoWatcher415
    @VIdeoWatcher415 7 дней назад +1

    I think you have done a great job as a beginner,I to am a beginner,I've made one run alright an fixing to try my second I needed a little refresh on putting everthing back together.

  • @BEYOUTOTHEFUL
    @BEYOUTOTHEFUL Год назад +1

    HI, I THINK YOU HAVE ANSWERED MY QUESTION, SO I CAN US ALCO DISLLERS TO MAKE DISTILLED WATER? I WENT ON AMAZON ONLY FOUND A COUPLE WATER DISTILLER AND REVIEWS SAID THEY WERE LAME , TOOK FORVER JUST TO MAKE A LITTLE DIS WATER.
    IF YOU COULD LET ME KNOW, CAN I USE THIS FOR WATER AND OW MUCH WOULD IT MAKE. THANKS MUCH FOR YR HELP ANGELA IN MONTANA

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Once I reached boiling temp it took about an hour to distill a gallon of water but it will go faster if you can keep the coils cold. The colder they are the faster the water distills. I hope this helps.

  • @TonysTractorAdventure
    @TonysTractorAdventure 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for making this video. I am looking forward to trying this.

  • @DisneyUpBoilerUp
    @DisneyUpBoilerUp 11 месяцев назад +1

    @MyAlabamaFarmLife Does the temp need to stay at 200' for the water run? - thanks

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  11 месяцев назад +1

      Great question! You can create condensation at much lower temperatures but it will be a slower run and may eventually stop altogether. I have seen videos of people using their crockpots to create condensation over a longer period of time so yes I believe it is very possible just slower.

  • @russellsykes4854
    @russellsykes4854 День назад +1

    Hi. For the water flow problem you could try using a longer inlet hose which will slow the flow of the water

  • @lonewanderer3603
    @lonewanderer3603 Год назад +1

    Is your water pump adjustable or is it simply on/off? You can get analog power regulators at harbor freight that have a dial so you can turn down the power on the pump until it's just right.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      I think it is adjustable. I will be pulling it out soon. My juniper should be ready to harvest soon! Thank you!

  • @PaffordHomestead
    @PaffordHomestead 2 года назад +2

    I would love to have one of those let me know how it works out for you....

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      It is a lot of work but I think it will be a great addition to the kitchen! Thank you!

  • @momshiesjourney2144
    @momshiesjourney2144 2 года назад +3

    Like done 4 very nice video my friend water distiller so good to have a safe dinking water 💧

  • @juntjoonunya9216
    @juntjoonunya9216 Год назад +1

    What is going on in the sink? You just have it like a tub and running the water from it to the condenser then back in it?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад +1

      Yes I have the water pump in the sink pulling ice water through the condenser and then back to be rechilled.

  • @theregulartourist2333
    @theregulartourist2333 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the informative video. How long did it take for you to distill 1 gallon of water? You also mentioned that you put in 3 gallons but only got 1 gallon. That seems like a lot of wastage. Did you write to Vevor to get some feedback?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      Hello! Once you get the water to boiling it takes about an hour a gallon. I stopped at one gallon and there was at least 2 gallons left maybe less but I didnt measure it. I should have taken a video of all the solids floating in the water.

    • @theregulartourist2333
      @theregulartourist2333 2 года назад

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife Thanks so much 😃

  • @mishalea
    @mishalea 2 года назад +2

    That's very interesting! Reminds me of the Baldwin sisters, lol. Glad you're using it for water. Does it still continue to rock when heating? You probably know already, but I heard May on Mary's Nest say that if u let tap water sit out overnight, the chlorine evaporates!😯 I didn't know that. God bless!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      I do let my water sit over night to reduce the chlorine but I made distilled water as a practice run and to clean the metal off any debris and clean the plastics. It still rocked at high temperatures but less when i heated it up slowly!

    • @mishalea
      @mishalea 2 года назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife that's cool!

  • @knightmare1015
    @knightmare1015 2 года назад +3

    Very nice and the price is much lower than my distiller tower was and it was way lower than my 3 gallon and 15 gallon boiler was. I looked closely and that is really not set up to be a thumper but it is a great slobber box.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for the tip! It looks like it will do what I need it to do! Have a great day!

  • @penguinandthechef7302
    @penguinandthechef7302 2 года назад +3

    Hi Kathleen. Awesome little gadget. You're a patient woman. Sorry it gave you so many problems at first. I loved your choice of music 🎶 for this. I felt like I was out in the backwoods holler somewhere lol. Thanks for sharing 👍 😊 ❤

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you! I thought the music was appropriate too!

  • @Zwobbel1
    @Zwobbel1 Год назад +1

    hello should there be copper tubes that go in the thumper keg to direct steam in toliquid in the thumper keg en then to direct the steam tothe condenser ? kind regards johan

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      I would say yes if you are using the thumper! I left it out because I did not feel I needed it to distill water. Thank you!

  • @blueskyscubanut
    @blueskyscubanut Год назад +1

    If you make the bottom the input and the output the top then it will never overflow.

  • @mrroger4278
    @mrroger4278 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for sharing this great video, I bought the same unit last year, did a great job, except all small silicone rings (see your video 3:50) got melted after 3 rounds of use, wondering how can I order these silicone rings, I appreciate your help, Thanks

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Thanks for the info! I started looking to see if I can find replacements. thank you!

  • @hugorodriguez2143
    @hugorodriguez2143 2 года назад +1

    You are handy , can i make good quality gin with rhis ? Thanks

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      I am sure you can make Gin but I can not vouch for the quality! Have a great day!

  • @andrewlawrence2686
    @andrewlawrence2686 Год назад +1

    I have the same still I did not have the rocking problem.

  • @PennysLifeStyleLiving
    @PennysLifeStyleLiving 2 года назад +2

    This is a process you taught me something on how to make distilled water
    This is a good idea I hope it continues to work tfs blessings

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      My next project is pulling cedar oil! I was very happy to make distilled water but Its easier to buy it but i can make it if I need to! Have a great day!

  • @rickneal7359
    @rickneal7359 11 месяцев назад +1

    How long did it take to distill the water, and how much did you start and end up with?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  11 месяцев назад +1

      I started off with 3 gallons of tap water and It took about an hour for a gallon of distilled. I still had over a gallon left when I turned it off and I was amazed and the stuff that was floating in the left over water.

  • @mrjtnipomo74
    @mrjtnipomo74 Год назад +2

    Love the information, I'm starting to distill spirits. The only thing I saw that was different you did from the install instructions was the seal for the thumper keg should be on the barrel, not the lid.

  • @mistertea4487
    @mistertea4487 2 года назад +2

    I brewed some wine and threw it in the same kind of still. After the heads were nearly done I stopped it because I saw something oily in the run. Opened it up and one of the nuts and ringers had changed colour so I threw it out. Put paste around it and the other nuts connecting the copper, don't know what happened

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you very much for that information! I will watch out for that and look at covering it or replacing it! Have a great day!

  • @terryjones2012
    @terryjones2012 Год назад +1

    Why not just put the longer copper pipe on and eliminate the join??

  • @TeodoraBernand-n9s
    @TeodoraBernand-n9s 20 дней назад +1

    Auer Cliffs

  • @bryansloesshillshomestead4523
    @bryansloesshillshomestead4523 2 года назад +3

    That's a heck of a project to make distilled water. That's a nice little still.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +3

      It was a lot of work but I needed to get it put together and learn how to use it!

  • @mcdonsco
    @mcdonsco 8 месяцев назад +1

    Isn't the condensing coil supposed to be above?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  8 месяцев назад

      You can put it on top but it doesn't have to be! Thank you!

  • @isthatsonotsofast9604
    @isthatsonotsofast9604 5 месяцев назад +1

    Did you have to add white vinegar in the water for your first run?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  5 месяцев назад +1

      I just ran the water through it but that is a good idea! Thanks for the tip!

  • @databang
    @databang Год назад +2

    😺Tanks for showing what to expect with this product, very helpful. Question, when you say it takes a long time for 1 gallon, how much time did actually take to distill once the pot reached boiling?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад +3

      About an hour for a gallon! If the water was colder I think it would be faster.

  • @dylanhowell_aintloud6678
    @dylanhowell_aintloud6678 8 месяцев назад +1

    Is this “distilled water” or actually distilled water

  • @kickapootrackers7255
    @kickapootrackers7255 2 года назад +2

    Ty for the vid, but no moon shine🤷. Just kidding, cool set up for water though👍.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      Cedar oil next then maybe some spirits! We shall see!

    • @kickapootrackers7255
      @kickapootrackers7255 2 года назад

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife
      😃👍. Love cedar oil, have some in a spray bottle. The best. Saki is a great idea. Your full of great ideas, great channel too♥️. 🙂☕ Good morning

  • @Hōkūleà-m5r
    @Hōkūleà-m5r 2 месяца назад +1

    Do you have a second video that discuss about the progress on distilling the water?

  • @magacop5180
    @magacop5180 Месяц назад +1

    Marry me

  • @SouthpawPablo
    @SouthpawPablo 10 месяцев назад +1

    also what ever collar they put the threads onto the therm with will rust no matter what you do at some point for those looking why did it mess up this time? thats most likely why

  • @MichaelSharpBLACKDRUMMIKE
    @MichaelSharpBLACKDRUMMIKE 2 года назад +3

    You made putting it together look so fun I want one just so I could put it together! Great video! I watched it all! Thank you! Enjoy your homemade distilled water! Amazing!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      Thanks so much 😊 Now I need to learn how to pull oils using it! have a blessed week!

  • @sshltn
    @sshltn Год назад +1

    Did you test your water with a TDS meter? what were the results?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      No i did not. I used the water in my humidifier. However there were a lot of solids in the bottom of the pot when I broke everything down. I used utility tap water - the water source is our lake. Thank you for stopping by.!

  • @SouthpawPablo
    @SouthpawPablo 10 месяцев назад +1

    ***REALITY BASED REVIEW PAST A COUPLE RUNS***I loved the vevor first couple runs but after that I feel like vevor shafted me with how much is going wrong after keeping this thing clean af everything that can rust or corrode has been doing so mid run after the first couple runs... and i was offered a 20$ credit for their fk ups moving on lesson learned build a still along with my own custom electric burner setup to fuel it

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your experience! I think building your own is a great idea. I think the Vevor is definitely not something that would hold out long term.

  • @elaine7872
    @elaine7872 Год назад +1

    I really enjoyed your video, thank you. I liked the music too, could you tell me who it is please ?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад +1

      I am glad you enjoyed it! From the RUclips Library - Cats Searching for the Truth - Nat Keefe & Hot Buttered Rum.

    • @elaine7872
      @elaine7872 Год назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife Thank you, God Bless

  • @lalruattluangaralte8976
    @lalruattluangaralte8976 2 года назад +1

    How many litre or gallon can be distilled in an hour

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Once it reaches a boil you can get a liter in an hour and a gallon a little over an hour! Thank you!

  • @onerobertfour
    @onerobertfour Год назад +1

    I just got the same setup. You put the silicon seal on the lid (of the thumper), but where did you put the seal for the mail pot?

  • @YogiHollowFarm
    @YogiHollowFarm 2 года назад +3

    I’m wondering if you could put a weight on top of the large pot on the stove to keep it from wobbling? I know it would be a fine balance. Very cool

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      I think a weight may work, I will try it when I start my next project!

    • @rezasadein28
      @rezasadein28 Год назад +1

      i did it and works

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Awesome! Thank you for letting me know! Happy New Year!

  • @HeritageFarmsTexas
    @HeritageFarmsTexas Год назад +1

    Hello, I found your channel through Walsh Farms. Tony and Jackie are great people. Nice video. New follower.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Thank you so much! Yes I love Jackie and Tony they are great!

  • @Brambo76
    @Brambo76 4 месяца назад +1

    Do you know if it will run on an induction heater?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  4 месяца назад +1

      You can but the pot will shake the induction causes it to become unbalanced.

  • @TreyCPP
    @TreyCPP Месяц назад +1

    nice video. Was that an induction stove?

  • @mixmediaproductions
    @mixmediaproductions 6 месяцев назад +1

    Distilled water, see hos to clean a stainless still.

  • @normanhooten9445
    @normanhooten9445 24 дня назад +1

    You've inspired me to pull out my VEVOR acquired 6 months ago, & do a test run / still break-in water run., like you did.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  22 дня назад

      It is a good way to test it out and make sure you have together the right way! I made a few mistakes but it works!

  • @pressleyjrgasque493
    @pressleyjrgasque493 2 года назад +2

    Hi, I just got mine two days ago same still.Great video, looking to learn more.Stay safe and be Blessed.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Thank you! I think it is a great starter still! Have a great day!

  • @ralphalonso9851
    @ralphalonso9851 Месяц назад +1

    How long take to distill a gallon of water?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  19 дней назад

      It took about an hour once the water was at boiling.

  • @steve8189
    @steve8189 5 месяцев назад +1

    Once you got to temperature how long did it take to make 1 gallon of distilled water?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  5 месяцев назад +1

      It took about an hour to make a gallon.

    • @steve8189
      @steve8189 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife Thank you! I am actually looking into getting a distiller to make distilled water, but to also have something like this to repurpose in case I ever wanted to make cleaner, spirits, or alcohol for medicinal purposes. Very helpful video

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@steve8189 Thank you I appreciate you saying so! Have a great evening!

    • @steve8189
      @steve8189 5 месяцев назад

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife Hey I wanted to provide a follow-up on my purchase of the Vevor alcohol distiller. I bought it primarily for the purpose of being able to distill water in case I was ever in a situation where I was stuck with only contaminated water. I set up the distiller and use an open loop method whereas the water that was run through the cooling container was not re-introduced into the same container that contained the circulation pump. After cleaning and doing a vinegar run of 30 mins to sanitize the interior systems and distillate coil, I added 5 gallons of cold tap water, turned up my 15k burner and let things run. The distillate coil became active (light steam) after 1 hour and once distillation became active (dripping with distillate), I started the pump. In the 90 minutes that followed, I had 1 gallon of distilled water. Many variables to consider.
      What did I do correctly? A couple things, I think. I taped all the threads of the system, and had only 1 very slow leak which stopped (expansion?) half way through the process. I also left the top valve always fully open and never touched it. I only adjusted the bottom cold water intake valve which resulted in no overflowing of the cooling container. The main keg never rocked during the vinegar run (containing 10 cups I never fully processed) and rocked only 3-4 minutes gently during the water distilling, but stopped.
      I don't believe I did anything wrong, but what did I do in efficiently? First off, I got a boil in 7 minutes during the 10 cup vinegar batch. Had I done this with the water I would have been producing distillate 53 minutes sooner, so smaller amounts of water you can feed seems to be the way to go. I can only imagine the amount of energy lost in keeping almost 5 gallons hot, and what was lost in energy through the keg sides as a result. If I were to attempt, say 10 gallons of distilled water in a single batch, I believe the hot water runoff into a second container would be the way to go. Adding that water directly to the keg (via the top hole provided I had a way to figure that out without killing the boil and not reducing or increasing the pressure too much, would have been key. Today I would likely add 1 gallon at a time after running almost out by keeping an eye on the temperature/watching the distillate closely, popping the top open, and adding VERY hot water that was either kept hot from the cooling phase, or more realistically, kept it simmering on a separate system, only if time was a big factor and fuel was no factor. If either or both were big factors I would have likely don separate, non-continuous batches of 1-3 gallons, as I did this time. Anyway, hope this helps and thanks again.

  • @bdee1084
    @bdee1084 9 месяцев назад +1

    Nice. How long would ya say it took

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  9 месяцев назад +1

      Once the water hit boiling it took about an hour to make a gallon.

  • @sylviahudell2171
    @sylviahudell2171 2 года назад +2

    Hello! At first I thought you were making moonshine ( liquor). That was an interesting setup for making distilled water. Thanks for sharing.😀

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      Thank you! It was a lot of work for a small amount of water but I needed to get it together and figure out how it works! It was a rough and long first run!

  • @FredHammer-m9t
    @FredHammer-m9t День назад +1

    Brass fittings? Lead poison?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  4 минуты назад

      We all take our chances even from the water we drink but copper would be preferable if you can find the tubes and fittings! Thank you!

  • @delichansen
    @delichansen 10 месяцев назад +1

    Does it work well for ätherische oil?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  10 месяцев назад

      I have not made in essential oils with it but hoping to soon!

  • @GrandmaSandy
    @GrandmaSandy Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing a very interesting video with us today. Hugs and kisses from grandma, Sandy, and Debbie.

  • @maryfinchum9741
    @maryfinchum9741 Год назад +1

    How do you like it today ? and thanks

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад +1

      I wish I can say I use it regularly but I do not! I still like though!

  • @bloodyoswalt9423
    @bloodyoswalt9423 Год назад +1

    Seal to thermometer goes on top lid

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Thank you very much and I have made the adjustment. Thank you and Happy New Year!

  • @ppak2484
    @ppak2484 Год назад +1

    Can you take essential oil in this?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      I actually will be using this year to make juniper oil. Waiting for the berries to ripen. I will find out if it is something I can use to make essential oils. If not I may invest in a smaller set up specific for oils.

  • @bjl1226
    @bjl1226 2 года назад +1

    Can you use this system to make essential oils

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      I bought it to make essential oils but havent tried it yet. I want to make juniper oil but have to wait for fall!

  • @Latman
    @Latman 7 месяцев назад +1

    I have the same .but when I start it- the "pot" start dancing on an electric stove...what can be a solution?(

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  7 месяцев назад

      I have thought about adding something heavy to the bottom of the pot but I just get a chair and sit by the oven with a hot mitt and keep it steady.

    • @Latman
      @Latman 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife oh Jesus! But I even can hold it , it almost jump!((🤣 And I have the "cooling pot" on the top of mane pot and all the water flooding on me )))) 😭

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  7 месяцев назад

      That sounds like a mess. I used a different set up with the cooling pot off to the side using the pipes and when it started rocking i used mitts to stop it and hold the pot until it settled. I had to watch the pot constantly to make sure it didn't rock off the stove. Lowering the temps so you dont have a hard boil inside the pot might help a little.

    • @Latman
      @Latman 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife thanks I will try, and hope it will not explode)

  • @brianmckibben2300
    @brianmckibben2300 2 года назад +1

    Any Chinese still from Amazon will work for that. Higher end product needs a still north of $500.00. The one gallon Air still is best for tincture but distilled water is cheaper at Walmart than your input costs in hardware and power.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      I agree easier to buy distilled water but it was a good test run for a beginner. I’ll be setting it back up soon and working on making oils and hydrosol. Thanks for watching.

  • @maryranch5329
    @maryranch5329 2 года назад +2

    This was very interesting...thank you Kathleen showing us this equipment. Have a wonderful day 👍

  • @ichbindavid5578
    @ichbindavid5578 2 года назад +2

    Mmmm moonshine

  • @MisterAmazingAllTheTime
    @MisterAmazingAllTheTime 10 месяцев назад +1

    Small advice, dont keep water in plastic bottles, it will leach plastic from the bottle to your water, because this water is empty and will absorb anything it can

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you great advice! I used the water in my humidifier almost immediately!

  • @zahraatoukko5294
    @zahraatoukko5294 2 года назад +2

    Bonjour, merci pour votre vidéo très intéressante.
    Combien de temps pour obtenir un galon d'eau distillée ?

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +2

      Once I got the still up to 180 degrees the distillation process went fairly quickly. Keeping icy water in the condenser also sped up the process however setting up the still and getting 1 gallon of water took several hours. Thank you!

  • @bigwalker5429
    @bigwalker5429 2 года назад +1

    Hope you cleaned that first. When all that was made there is lubricant and oils on the stuff on pretty much everything. You really don't need to clean the condenser but certainly need to do at least a vinegar run then a fresh run and steam. If you need more info there is a training place that's very informative called distilliqu

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      This was a test run and I wanted to make sure any debris or factory leftovers were cleaned out! I also wanted to make sure I had the still put together properly and all the seams were solid! I used the water in my humidifier. Thank you so much for the information! I will go check it out! Have a blessed week!

  • @MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors
    @MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors 2 года назад +2

    That was great Kathleen, Practice makes perfect.

  • @themastermind8175
    @themastermind8175 2 года назад +1

    Idk if I would use that plastic washer because of the heat. Just a thought. I’ve personally never tried though. As far as the rocking of the pot goes, just get yourself a separate propane burner. It is way easier to control the temperature with a flame.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      I do have a gas stove in the basement and hoping it works so I can use not only my still but also my canner! I always loved gas stoves because of the control! Have a great day!

  • @huskerfan416
    @huskerfan416 2 года назад +1

    I just assembled mine and I think you have the seal on the thumper keg in the wrong place. I believe it's suppose to be on the pot, not the lid - per their instructions.

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      You are right but I doubt I will ever use the thumper. If I do ill make sure its on correctly! It was my first build too! Have a great one!

  • @sangkurjayachannel4943
    @sangkurjayachannel4943 2 года назад +3

    Very good

  • @EdwardSmart
    @EdwardSmart 2 года назад +1

    Interesting video! Thanks for sharing. When your not making distilled water, you can always make a little Moonshine!

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      I could but my next project is pulling cedar oil! Making spirits is going to be a long process! Thank you!

  • @lifewithmisty1
    @lifewithmisty1 2 года назад +1

    Glad you are you using your distiller what are you going to use the water for?❤🙏😊👍

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад

      I used it in my cool mister but i made the distilled water as a test run! It was good practice!

  • @rickboucher8765
    @rickboucher8765 Год назад +1

    What was a long time to you for a gallon of water

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      Once i was up to boil it took about an hour to produce a gallon of water.

    • @rickboucher8765
      @rickboucher8765 Год назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife wow thanks

  • @diggindiggenit6540
    @diggindiggenit6540 2 года назад +1

    Question do you think it would work with induction heating? Also imo it would have been a good idea to buy a cheap TDS meter like ten plus bucks to Check if you were actually getting Pure water thanks

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  2 года назад +1

      I used my stove which is induction but if the stove is still under warranty, using a canner or a still will nullify the warranty. You can use a TDS if you like but distilled water will always register zero because there are no longer any dissolved particles in it! Great questions! Thanks for stopping by!

    • @diggindiggenit6540
      @diggindiggenit6540 2 года назад +1

      @@MyAlabamaFarmLife Thanks I am in a search for a distiller but want to look into different ones first, when I get one I will for sure use a tds meter just to make sure, positive there is nothing but pure water and no other elements from the unit purchased.

  • @111111111Tiger
    @111111111Tiger Год назад +1

    Rare for someone to use this for water... lol

    • @MyAlabamaFarmLife
      @MyAlabamaFarmLife  Год назад

      It is a multitasker! Have a good one!

    • @soniavos8065
      @soniavos8065 Месяц назад

      ​@@MyAlabamaFarmLiferight. Gotta clean it first! 😂