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  1. looks like the drum brakes haven't been used. Have you tried pulling the rear brake while the drum is off to see if its working like it should? Maybe pull the brake pads and look again

     

     

    Did the brake shoe contact the drum around the area where the spring attaches?

     

    Its hard to diagnose from the picture but I wonder if the shoes had been seized to the brake shaft and the shoes moved not the way they were intended to.

     

    Just a guess

     

    ^This was my thought as well. 

  2. You're good to go then. From what you're running , find out what breaker you need, could be 30, 40, 60 amp. My welder is a a 30amp, then the plug style you need, the correct size shielded wire unless in conduit, then single wires are ok, red and black to the breaker white to neutral bar, ground to ground bar in the panel, some neutral and grounds are on the same bar in the panel. Outlet is common sense. Don't touch anything shiny and have the breaker off when doing it.

     

     

    Yup.. Done deal right here. Its not hard. It can be intimidating for the uninitiated though. 

  3. Doesnt look like you climb very high.. I usually try and get to 25-30 ft. 

     

     

    This one played peekaboo with me at 30 yards.  Can't see it in the picture, but off screen to the left is a doe that he was hanging out with.  Saw two other bucks and half a dozen or so does, including a small doe that literally walked under my stand.

     

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  4. I run one of these.. 

     

    http://www.cascadedesigns.com/msr/stoves/simple-cooking/whisperlite-universal/product

     

    The hybrid-fuel WhisperLite Universal stove delivers the ease and simmering capabilities of canister fuel, and switches easily over to liquid fuels for longer trips, cold-weather, and international use. Our patent-pending AirControl™ technology is what really makes it unique, delivering outstanding performance with all compatible fuels. It’s also the lightest stove in its class, offering excellent stability and easy maintenance, adding to the reasons this could be the only stove you’ll ever need.

    • Hybrid-Fuel Performance: Patent pending AirControl™ technology creates the optimal fuel/air mix for top-notch performance with canister fuel, white gas, kerosene and unleaded gasoline.
    • Canister Liquid Feed: Delivers better cold weather and low-fuel performance with a more consistent output over the life of each canister. Canister stand Included.
    • Lightweight: Aluminum mixer tube, extra-stable stainless steel legs and refined design keep weight to a minimum.
    • Easy Transitions: Liquid and canister fuel couplers pair with fuel-specific jets for quick and easy transitions.
    • Field Maintainable: Self-cleaning Shaker Jettechnology and redesigned leg assembly facilitate fast cleaning and even easier maintenance in the field.
    • Includes: Fuel pump, windscreen, heat reflector, small-parts kit, instructions, and stuff sack. (Fuel bottle not included)
    • *For best results with canister fuel, always burn MSR® IsoPro fuel canisters.

    Minimum Weight 11.5 oz / 326 g Packed Weight 1 lbs 3.4 oz / 549 g Burn time (white gas) per 600ml / 20 oz. of fuel Appx. 110 minutes Burn time (MSR IsoPro) per 227-g / 8-oz. canister Appx. 75 minutes Burn time (kerosene) per 600ml / 20 oz. of fuel Appx. 155 minutes Boil time (white gas), 1 liter 3.5 minutes Boil time (kerosene), 1 liter 4.4 minutes Boil time (MSR IsoPro), 1 liter 3.75 minutes Water boiled (white gas) per 100 ml of fuel 4.4 liters Water boiled (white gas) per 1 oz. of fuel 1.3 liters Water boiled (kerosene) per 100 ml of fuel 5.3 liters Water boiled (kerosene) per 1 oz. of fuel 1.6 liters Water boiled (MSR IsoPro) per 227-g canister 15 liters Water boiled (MSR IsoPro) per 1 oz. of fuel 1.8 liters Country of Origin Made in Seattle, USA

     

     

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  5. It's 730 pounds per their specs and will be set on the room wall that is shared with the stairwell coming up. I figure another 90 to 110 pounds of items stored and that's w/o ammo!

    I called the builder (Dominion) and asked for their floorplan (built 2008). With the plans I'll look to see if it can be bolted, but have my doubts.

    1. Dont put ammo in your safe.. Horrible idea.

    2. Why call Dominion at all. Get a stud finder and run a lag bolt into the floor joist. 

     

    As far as the weight goes, I wouldnt worry about that. I think standard building codes I talked to a safe mover and he moved 2 1200lb safes into a guys condo on the second floor, when the guy moved out he called the same safe mover. I spoke with the mover and he said that there were no cracks in the drywall, celing, or anything when he moved them back out that would indicate issues. As far as building codes and supports go, here is the ORC for requirements and this doesnt take into account a safety factor.. You will be fine. Hell a waterbed weighs more than your safe. 

    http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/4101%3A1-16

     

    FYI, if you dont bolt your safe down, youre wasting a lot of time/money for little return. 

     

    My suggestions. 

    1. Good safe and bolt that SOB down - Use Eva-Dry 500 dehumidifiers in it.

    2. Alarm system with monitoring, video and dogs if you can

    3. Insurance rider for your firearms. 

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  6. Plywood layers wont get you much for weight distribution. Honestly you wont need it unless you dont have a well built home or the safe is approaching the 700+ lb mark. Yes it should be bolted to the floor. 700-1000lb safes are not that hard to move, slide around or tip over. You think its difficult because your being careful moving it. Thieves will just shove that thing down the stairs, they dont care about scratching your precious walls or safe. 

     

    As far as dehumidifiers go. I would suggest getting 1-2 of these. When they change to pink, just plug them in for 12-14hrs and let them dry out and youre all set. Also adding a bit of extra wether stripping around the door for a tight seal isnt a bad ideal. Just make sure if you do it, you dont interfere with the Palusol door seals that expand and seal tight in a fire. 

     

    http://www.amazon.com/Eva-dry-E-500-Renewable-Wireless-Dehumidifer/dp/B000H0XFD2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384263426&sr=8-1&keywords=eva-dry

  7. So just to add fuel to the fire I'll say this. 

     

    1. There used to be a time when a woman may get mad at you and slap you. It happends and you deal with it

    2. Used to be a time when kids could play around with toy guns and everyone thought it was cute

    3. Parents used to teach their kids what was right and wrong and bring them up in a mannner that they had respect and worked hard for the things they wanted/needed

    4. People used to respect each other a lot more than now. 

     

    Fast forward. 

     

    1a We are so politically correct these days that we are incorrect. 

    2a Everyone wants handouts or to be equals unless that means they need to put forth effort or be responsible for their own actions. 

    3a No one wants to work hard, take responsibility for their actions or act in a respectful manner. 

    4a You cant spank your kids anymore because of 1a so kids get away with everything. 

    5a You cant even tell your employee they are screwing up because they will call HR on you. Let alone the ability to fire anyone.

     

    It all boils down to this IMO. Times have changed unfortunately. Just because youre a woman doesnt mean that you get off scott free for your actions. If you stand up and start swinging on anyone kid, girl, woman, man, grandpa, etc. You should accept the fact that they may swing back. Every action has a equal and opposite reaction. Dont be an idiot. 

     

    Im not saying its right for what happened here especially from what I saw in the video but the fact still remains that if anyone swings on anyone they better damn well understand that they may get the same thing right back at them. 

     

    Grow up. Be responsible for your own actions in all walks of life. 

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  8. Dammit,, I woke up this morning and saw the news and was like FACK.. I know Im going to eat crow today for my post.  You sumbisch....

    In retrospect, I personally havent seen any snow by me so it could all be a gov coverup. I just got rain :)

     

     

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  9. What's heavy machinery to you? I can't see myself having more than a back hoe, hay bailer, 8000 pound boat or tractors and stuff in it. Not doing 4" that's for sure.

    We are on the same page. But for me it would be something around the 10K-15K mark though and the footprint means something as well. An 8K boat spread out over 30+ ft isnt going to induce near as much stress as something like a bobcat which can hit 11K lbs unloaded in a much smaller area.

  10. My grandpa has run his own construction business all his life with a primary focus on blockwork, orante masonry, and concrete work. I worked for him busting my ass from the time I was 12 (no Im not lying) until I left for college so Ive done a fair share of masonry and concrete work. (Im no expert though) . I would not set heavy machinery on 5" of concrete. Hell sidewalks are generally 4".  If someone told me a 4" pad for that place I would turn and run. 

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