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Old 04-13-18, 10:59 PM   #4
mejunkhound
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re"drive 1' black iron pipe down with the end capped off and sealed. The end would have an auger like bit, that should let me wind it in like a screw, and wind it out if I hit a rock.
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A long long time ago when I was 20 YO I though to drive a pipe 20 or 30 ft deep.
Hah! Found out about sol friction real fast!

You will be lucky to drive (or screw) 10 ft down unless you live on a swamp or quicksand.

Go online and read some texts on driving pilings or similar technology.

I am NOT being condescending, just have been there and tried that.

PS: do not forget Reynolds numbers, boundary layers, distance integrals, etc in thermal exchange calculations. (slightly condescending<G>)

There is also a thread on DIY well drilling. Not simple if you have rocks and no heavy equipment.
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