Windmill Secrets: In The Outback Water Is Everything!

When the summer heat hits in Outback Western Australia, water is everything. 🌞 Join Ash on a full windmill run across a working cattle station in outback Western Australia as he inspects, services, and troubleshoots critical water infrastructure. Ash covers it all, from mill heads and reefing gear to poly tanks, troughs, and clack valves. Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @farmlearningtim   In this video, you’ll learn: ✅ How a traditional windmill head works — gears, pitman arms, and oil rings. ✅ How to check and service reefing gear and shut-offs. ✅ Troubleshooting ball valves, seals, and clacks to stop water waste. ✅ Why water monitoring is vital for cattle health and grazing decisions. ✅ How indicator plants reveal grazing pressure and timing. Whether you’re managing a remote cattle property or a small farm, understanding how to keep water flowing is essential — and these practical checks will save you stock losses and costly breakdowns. 📍 Filmed at Chala Station, Western Australia 💧 Products used: Coerco 22,500 L poly tank, traditional windmill systems 🚜 Featuring: Real on-farm water run and troubleshooting tips 👉 Watch next: How to Build Stronger Cattle Rail    • Cattle Rail Fencing Tips from a Master Fen...   Regenerative Grazing on 70,000 Acres    • From Crisis to Thriving: Regenerative Graz...   #WindmillMaintenance #CattleFarming #WaterManagement #FarmLearning #outbackaustralia Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Support me on Patreon   / timthompsonmedia   Facebook   / timthompsonmedia   Instagram   / timthompson.ag   Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel    / @farmlearningtim   00:00 Mill run overview and seasonal timing 00:43 Checking water levels and cattle activity 01:30 Why water quality and access matter 02:00 Climbing the mill and inspecting the head 03:00 Reefing gear and how it works 04:20 Inside the windmill head – gears, arms & oiling 06:45 Safety checks and wear inspection 07:40 Testing shut-off and rotation system 09:20 Poly tank setup and water storage tips 10:00 Fixing a leaking ball valve and clack seal 12:20 Success! Trough shuts off correctly 13:00 How to assess pump function and water flow 14:30 Windmill run logistics: distance & timing 15:20 Reading the land: grazing indicator plants 17:20 Palatable vs unpalatable species explained 18:20 Final tips and why water checks save stock