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  1. anlrolfe

    Are plastic clamshell saws worth pimping out ?

    Skip the piston and get a complete 390 engine off ebay. The extra CC's will pay off even if it's an off brand Chi-Com El-Cheapo $60 - $70
  2. anlrolfe

    How old is this generator?

    Many new generators mark the output as PEAK or SURGE which is misleading. With the age of this, I suspect it's the "full enchilada", continuous rating. Derate output at high elevation for 1) reduced engine power and 2) thin air reduces cooling efficiency.
  3. anlrolfe

    M18 FUEL Batteries

    I run 4 Milwaukee angle grinders w/ wire wheels when I do an intro to arc welding class. They hold battery life well as long as my student don't lean into the brush pretenting they're grinders(which they do). Our school has lost a few batteries(failure) over the years but I can say I've had the...
  4. anlrolfe

    Two-Stroke Oils: All the Same?

    For oil injection systems?
  5. anlrolfe

    Two-Stroke Oils: All the Same?

    Lost of places clear out their sporting goods, marine and water sports with deep discounts on outboard motor oil. Make sure the oil is for AIR cooled and NOT water cooled engines.
  6. anlrolfe

    Fantastic photos of cars: oldies, modified, bizarre: whatever!

    Condensation, My son's 1st car had stop&go start stop technology and in the winter his 3 to 4 mile trip to school the engine would hardly warm up and he got a little froth form on the oil filler cap. Solution - I'd swap cars and get some highway time. We've got a tow motor(fork truck) at work...
  7. anlrolfe

    Fantastic photos of cars: oldies, modified, bizarre: whatever!

    I think this is still sitting in my sister's garage.
  8. anlrolfe

    How many knots do you really need to know?

    As soon as you make a loop around something or the rope itself by making a knot you loose strength. These are some numbers I found. Knot Strength NO Knot 100% Bowline 70-75% Water Knot 60-70% Figure 8 75-80% Clove Hitch 60-65% Overhand 60-65% Sheat bend 48-58% Square 38%
  9. anlrolfe

    Flexible Stainless Steel Liner

    Are you running a wood stove of just an old fireplace? With a wood stove you'll probable draft better and stay cleaner because the liner will get hotter and burn off creosote better. If you've got an old fireplace, a liner could mess up the dynamics.
  10. anlrolfe

    How many knots do you really need to know?

    One of the keys to knot strength as well as other general rigging is: D/d Diameter ratios divide the force. Better to double up that rope so the curve absorbs and spreads out the tension. For anyone using chokers, don't draw the eye tight to the strap. Don't karate chop it in tight to the load...
  11. anlrolfe

    How many knots do you really need to know?

    My Electrician Apprentices are required to learn the following knots: Bowline Clove Clove with 1/2-hitche(s) for pulling wire Truckers hitch Double sheet bend Figure-8 Sheep shank Cats paw Square - I've placed this last because of what's mentioned in the previous reply. Use a double sheet bend...
  12. anlrolfe

    How many knots do you really need to know?

    With a dynamic load, the square knot is the deadliest knot (aside from the granny or thief). Even when tied correctly the square knot can walk if theres shock load or vibration. If you ever use a square, back it up with a few half hitches. Try the Figure-8 Follow Through instead.
  13. anlrolfe

    How many knots do you really need to know?

    Try a figure 8 follow through.
  14. anlrolfe

    Almost every chainsaw I own leaks plenty of bar oil every time I move it.

    I'm not saying saw don't leak especially as they age but there's many operator induced issues from rough use that make it far worse.
  15. anlrolfe

    Stihl 170 mods

    IMHO, the #1 performance mod for an MS170 or MS180 is to install a side adjust chain tensioner from an MS250. This quick part swap will, hands down, save you SO MUCH time and aggravation in the field. I'd bend out the exhaust ports out and let the rest of it alone. The second the carb give you...
  16. anlrolfe

    Who uses an Electric Roaster

    Those blokes down under sometimes hit the nail on the head. Auzies = Really Really Deep South
  17. anlrolfe

    Who uses an Electric Roaster

    Maybe try an induction hot plate?
  18. anlrolfe

    Who uses an Electric Roaster

    That's a really unique recipe... My grandmother was more inclined to cook a ham, corned beef, or a turkey in one of these.
  19. anlrolfe

    Who uses an Electric Roaster

    My grandmother used to use an Electric Roaster for everything from slow cooking to baking and roasting. It was her 2nd oven in some cases. The other day I saw one in a second hand store for $20 and am telling myself that I don't really need it. For those familiar, what are your Pro/Con Like this:
  20. anlrolfe

    next years wood

    This is what my sister is working on. Notice how it's up off the ground on some cross stacked lengths.
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