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I say that was the wise choice to make!

I have thought long and hard about a way to make a viable firewood business. But like most things, you need a lot of money to make money...

I have yet to make some. But that's a plan of mine this winter when things are slow. I have a couple approaches to making them. May try and find a pattern or reverse engineer some I already own... Have an old pair of sheepskin moccasins that are 4 years old and they are still holding together! Cant say that about shoes, these days! I just recently picked up a coon after work on the way home on night and skinned it out. I think this one is big enough. This time I can try my hand at making a coon hat. I had one that I was trying to make but ran short of hide as it was too small. May try and fix it and make a small one for one of my nephews.

How far are you driving from home to work? Your going from lots of trees to virtually nothing!

Well, I wish you the best! Maybe you have all the honest ones. haha...

Yes, that is actually the next thing I was going to default to. I called Western Mule today, and I must say, they sure are PROUD of their product! They quoted me over $4k for the 2k lb capacity crane! Why? So I can have someone rear end me and not have insurance replace it for me? Thats a waste! I've got to start digging and see who makes the hitch type cranes. My only curiosity is how small it breaks down so I can stow it. The price tag for them is alot easier to swallow than the others! I did some researching last night and found a page on propane and safety. If the bottle is not designed to be used horizontally, it must be vertical at all times. The risk of venting liquid propane instead of vapor. Although, I may bend the rules on this one, as the only time they are getting used and filled will be in the winter. The likelihood of one venting is not going to be high. I could probably use the tailgate to assist loading and unloading, but the truck is lifted somewhat and I'm not too sure. It is a good thought though! I estimate that with 2 100lb bottles, I should be able to go once a month with filling them. I would also have my 2 30 lb bottles too for backup. I have already damaged my back enough at my age of 25 doing stupid things. I've definitely become the person that tries to live to the addage of working smart and using ergonomics to my advantage. I did mention that I was going to make a "cradle" setup for them to be secured to. Legally, there appears to be no law for someone on a personal level, or non-commercial to have to obey the type of laws set out for commercial outfits. Is it better, and good common sense? I would say so. I did call one of the local places that does the propane and they said they would fill my 100lb bottles. I asked them how he fills them and he said until they are full. Kind of got to me as that did not seem right coming from them. Reading the page I read last night, the safe thing to do is fill to 80% capacity, upright and measuring the fill by either gallon or poundage. Well, around here, they do not use a scale. Its done by how many gallons pumped. But in this instance, there is no way to tell how much is in it unless I know its empty. These type of bottles do not have an OPD on them so it won't stop until propane liquid comes out of the relief valve. But, like I said earlier, I do not think a vent will occur as I will only use them in the cold. Guy told me it needs to be a really hot day before they vent anyways. If I show up there and there is a safety concern they have with what I'm doing, I will take their advice. As for now, I'm on the prowl for a good hitch crane setup, anyone have any recommendations?

See, ND is not good for everything!

...is that a waterfall?

Holsters, sheaths, bootlaces, gloves, hats, sky is the limit! I want to make some good moccasins out of my leather. Matter of fact, sell your leather to me!

I have equated salesmen to the same level as politicians. Tread lightly!

Did the hamster get sucked up at the last part, because it looked like it got over spun, lol.

I have a plan on using 4x4 beams with notches to allow the tanks to be laid down in the bed of the truck. Then I can secure them with ratchet straps to keep from shifting. How small of a utility trailer can one get? Think about that for a moment: 1. Buy the trailer 2. Pay for registration for it yearly 3. Could it serve any other purpose? I just cant comprehend the logic in it. I try to keep clutter to a minimum and things that I have need to serve different purposes. I have little use for a small utility trailer if I bought it for 2 100lb. tanks. Its a thought, and I appreciate the feedback though! I don't have much of an idea on how much one can transport on a vehicle, I will have to look into that. I could not stomach the idea of buying a large tank. Its not necessarily a long term goal I have to stay on propane. A good backup in case, though. The other predicament is I dunno where I'm at from one to the next. I'm trying my best to not be a nomad, but I have no idea what lays in store for me, lol. I have dismissed the idea of a company coming and filling as there are only 2 companies locally and neither of them will fill unless I get their tank. One company will simply not allow their tanks to be hooked up to an RV for insurance reasons, apparently. The other requires a commitment of atleast one year. I'm not sure I will be here for more than a year... I realize further defining my situation may shed better light and apologize if that causes one to think about it differently. I have come to the conclusion though, that I think I have found what I'm looking for. Just depends on how much money they want for their setup! http://www.westernmule.com/series_a.html I really enjoy the idea of their product. I don't have the hassle of a crane getting in my way and taking space up in the bed. Not to mention I found very little manufacturers that offered any sort of kit that had a mounting application to the truck. You have to fabricate something up 99% of the time to allow the crane to be mounted solidly. I do not like the idea of extra work to make a product work like that. With this, I have a good beefy bumper, still retain a hitch to allow for bumper pull trailers and have a sturdy, solid mount for a crane. The crane is mounted via the bumper to the frame of the vehicle. It also includes an outrigger under the crane to keep loading off. This can also stow away into the bumper and not be in the way! With a max. of 2k lb capacity, I could not think of any better. Not only could I load/unload the propane tanks with ease, but I can use it for my beehives, firewood, loading big game and a portable slip tank for fueling. Yes, indeed, fellas, these people may just have made my life a whole heck alot easier with their product! Sheesh! I have not even bought it yet and it gets me all giddy! I value your guys' thoughts, opinions, what says you? Hmm?

I'm contemplating larger propane tanks for this year's winter. My 2 30 pound tanks just didn't cut it last year. Had to refill one of them every 3 or 4 days. I've been eyeing 100 pound tanks instead. The problem is i have to be able to get them filled. I can't have a company come and fill them, and no one around here will allow a hook up from their tanks to an rv. Imagine that one.. so I have come to a crossroads. Either I get a truck crane our I make an a frame style hoist. They both have their advantages and disadvantages. What do you guys think. If you side with the crane idea, do you have any suggestions?

Yea, everyone up here in my area raves over the red fir...

Yea, I have thought about getting a bench grinder. I have a hard time spending money on any harbor freight power tool item though as I just don't trust them. I was told I needed a tachometer to tune the saw?

I'm betting that's probably about 3 cord there and then plus the weight of the trailer. He probably has around the 4k lb pin weight range. I bet that truck was just cussing him out for doing it! Now, as far as I know, as long as you paid the extra for the plates because you haul over 8800 gvw then other then that, you would be okay? Still have trailer laws to obey, but I dunno. What could DOT have done?

...that's one thing I regret not asking you when you were up here; help tune my saw. As I'm sure your pretty good at that, and probably could have learned a thing or to on how to sharpen better.

Dunno how useful this could be to you, but I have also been told that peanut butter gets sap off. Common sense will win when you use it, as I doubt it would be a good idea to use it on a permeable surface.

...while on my way to work one day: ...I initially got stuck behind the guy as he cut me off pulling out in front of me in a 45mph area of highway. Crap, he took a while to get up to speed and I just knew he was going to have a hay day slowing down! With the way he was squatting, I thought he was using a 1/2 ton! I also thought it was a bumper pull trailer too. Turns out, he did indeed use a 3/4 ton with a gooseneck! Wonder what his plans were? Yikes! I don't even think he was bothered by the load either!

I've got a bear and elk hide still to do yet. Been debating what to do with the elk,turn it all into leather or keep it hair on and make a blanket.the bear hide will definitely be kept with hair on.I've done a couple Deer hides and they turn out good. Just wish I turned them into leather instead! Also, buy an ulu knife. Stretch the hide and let it get dry.you can flesh it very nicely and get even all the membrane off. The more you get off,the softer the leather can become. You can also use a drill with a wire wheel of your careful. Make sure to lock the hair first before you do anything if you want a hair on tan.

http://guide.sportsmansguide.com/news/farmers-almanac-winter-2015-brrr/ Check it out

Alright im a little lost. Is this a substitute for the bright box design? What does this accomplish?

Strange, I'm further north and yet to see a change in the trees. Were getting the northern winds from Canada and the nights are getting cooler. Days are becoming more mild but business as usual here.

If you guys send me 4 to 6 pounds,I can make you guys wine.