Author Topic: WDYDT (What Did You Do Today) (Read 1381739 times)

KensAuto · « **Reply #15550 on:** August 28, 2021, 10:37:55 PM »

My SIL came home from Idaho because of all the smoke up there. Shows up on my camera some days.
What she failed to mention is that the smoke isn't from Washington, it's from a 6500 acre fire about 5 miles from our place. 40% contained

Not worried, but thought it was "funny" she left that info out of the conversation.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15551 on:** August 29, 2021, 07:45:22 AM »

We are officially out of the wagyu business. Client outgrew our current facility and the cost to expand and upgrade is too much. EPA and DEQ (Department of environmental quality) regulations are tight. We would have to build a lagoon and sediment basin for manure. We dont own the land down hill from the facility so that means pumping all that up hill. The pump alone is $100,000. The area where all this wold be located has a spring so that complicates things. Have to seal that off then build the lagoon on top of it. So tons and tons of dirt work. Best guess is half a million dollar expansion. That is a big gamble on someones else's business. If the nephew was a little more motivated then maybe but he dont even show up on time.

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #15552 on:** August 29, 2021, 08:30:16 AM »

Quote from: KensAuto on August 28, 2021, 10:37:55 PM

My SIL came home from Idaho because of all the smoke up there. Shows up on my camera some days.
What she failed to mention is that the smoke isn't from Washington, it's from a 6500 acre fire about 5 miles from our place. 40% contained

Not worried, but thought it was "funny" she left that info out of the conversation.

Any updates Ken? Don’t see the electric fencing around the RV in that photo? Hope they get it under control.

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KensAuto · « **Reply #15553 on:** August 29, 2021, 02:59:09 PM »

Looks like they have the southern edge contained, but my place is more easterly, and south. Should be ok. If not, I won't have to work as hard on clearing trees. :Rollseyeswhilecrying

Here's a more clear pic of the rv. ...shows the electric fence better.

JR · « **Reply #15554 on:** August 29, 2021, 04:27:34 PM »

Went up to visit my brothers grave in Santa Rosa friday. Haven't been in to many years. He is in the VETs area, since he put a few years in before he was killed (89 Loma Prieda, 880 collapse) He was 3 years younger than I.

Headstone was in fair condition and it was easy to find. The VET area was nice with a staging area and scattered tributes.

Another reason for going was to leave my mothers ashes on his site, my father is there too, placed by my mother. Now all are together as was the plan.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15555 on:** August 30, 2021, 01:12:19 PM »

Ran over the old cat. He was 15. Worst was didn't kill him. I had to put him down. Bad deal. First the Lucy now Otis and I'm afraid Sally out little house dog is not far behind. Otis was Jasper's little buddy. He took it pretty hard.

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JR · « **Reply #15556 on:** August 30, 2021, 01:22:02 PM »

That is a picture worth framing!

Nate · « **Reply #15557 on:** August 30, 2021, 01:40:04 PM »

Sorry about the bad luck jon.

Yesterday i stopped here!

Sammconn · « **Reply #15558 on:** August 30, 2021, 02:00:37 PM »

Shoot Jon, that sucks.

I spent the weekend doing punch list stuff at the lake.
Got a lot done.

Now to get the important punch list moving...

KensAuto · « **Reply #15559 on:** August 30, 2021, 02:57:39 PM »

Sorry to hear that Jon. Hope things start going in the right direction for you.

oklawall · « **Reply #15560 on:** August 30, 2021, 03:16:46 PM »

Sorry to hear Jon

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Flyin6 · « **Reply #15561 on:** August 30, 2021, 06:12:48 PM »

^^^ Ya, bummer!

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #15562 on:** August 30, 2021, 09:11:10 PM »

Sorry Jon. Hang tough.

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Sammconn · « **Reply #15563 on:** August 30, 2021, 10:23:07 PM »

State of affairs at COB tonight. Of course only a teaser.

I’ve yet to rework the wiring harness but it’s ready to start now. One more night and I should have this back on the crane to do the rear cover and oil pan.

Need to order some rubber hoses. The moulded ones are critical as straight hose kinks. At least I waited for only one more order. A couple fuel lines and a couple coolant ones.

Some parts replacing some others that aren’t going back on. Black “spacers” are new…

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Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #15564 on:** August 30, 2021, 10:38:27 PM »

I happened to shut the garage door o. My neighbors cat on Christmas morning a hand ful of years ago. It was a hard conversation with the dad of the family to have him help me clean up the mess of the cat, Sorry to hear of your misfortune Jon.

Loosing pets is never a fun business

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JR · « **Reply #15565 on:** August 30, 2021, 11:29:14 PM »

Amazing how much that opens things up in there Sam. Looks like a natural for a cooler pipe to help those PPE manifolds.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15566 on:** August 31, 2021, 08:36:46 PM »

Another one laying down on the job. His load was off to one side and he knew it but dumped anyway. Nobody was hurt. Just his pride.

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Sammconn · « **Reply #15567 on:** August 31, 2021, 10:25:43 PM »

Quote from: Sammconn on August 30, 2021, 10:23:07 PM

State of affairs at COB tonight. Of course only a teaser.

I’ve yet to rework the wiring harness but it’s ready to start now. One more night and I should have this back on the crane to do the rear cover and oil pan.

Need to order some rubber hoses. The moulded ones are critical as straight hose kinks. At least I waited for only one more order. A couple fuel lines and a couple coolant ones.

Some parts replacing some others that aren’t going back on. Black “spacers” are new…

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Well. I’m too fussy.
Harness is 90% so I’m still on the stand.

Tomorrow is another day.

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #15568 on:** August 31, 2021, 11:00:25 PM »

Sam those manifolds are sweet

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KensAuto · « **Reply #15569 on:** August 31, 2021, 11:25:45 PM »

Finally bought a cheetah style tire inflator. Tried it out on an old Hummer tire that deflated. I ran these on my old truck 20 years ago and had to use acetylene to mount them on 16.5s at the time. I had tried cheetahs and starting fluid with no success.

Only reason the tank worked this time is because the beads had memory.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15570 on:** September 01, 2021, 07:47:47 AM »

That's a handy tool to have around. We have a couple of them. Somewhere.
Speaking of tools we lost a great man recently. He came round once a year selling tools and shop supplies. I always looked forward to his visits not only to see the latest and greatest but for great conversation. When he was overdue for our visit this year I started asking around and found his obituary. I know this isn't the prayer thread but say one for his family anyway.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/siouxcityjournal/name/todd-savary-obituary?pid=199980090

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EL TATE · « **Reply #15571 on:** September 01, 2021, 10:08:52 AM »

Quote from: KensAuto on August 31, 2021, 11:25:45 PM

Finally bought a cheetah style tire inflator. Tried it out on an old Hummer tire that deflated. I ran these on my old truck 20 years ago and had to use acetylene to mount them on 16.5s at the time. I had tried cheetahs and starting fluid with no success.

Only reason the tank worked this time is because the beads had memory.

ratchet strap and starting fluid. quit being a sissy Ken.

those things are worth their weight in gold on those old bias ply swampers though.

EL TATE · « **Reply #15572 on:** September 01, 2021, 10:10:07 AM »

Quote from: Farmer Jon on September 01, 2021, 07:47:47 AM

That's a handy tool to have around. We have a couple of them. Somewhere.
Speaking of tools we lost a great man recently. He came round once a year selling tools and shop supplies. I always looked forward to his visits not only to see the latest and greatest but for great conversation. When he was overdue for our visit this year I started asking around and found his obituary. I know this isn't the prayer thread but say one for his family anyway.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/siouxcityjournal/name/todd-savary-obituary?pid=199980090

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Prayers sent. I've got two parts guys I've been dealing with since i was 16, in '96... not sure what i'll do when they retire let alone pass.

stlaser · « **Reply #15573 on:** September 01, 2021, 10:15:16 AM »

So you’re two years younger than me Tate…… showing your age buddy. I turn 44 tomorrow

EL TATE · « **Reply #15574 on:** September 01, 2021, 11:08:28 AM »

Quote from: stlaser on September 01, 2021, 10:15:16 AM

So you’re two years younger than me Tate…… showing your age buddy. I turn 44 tomorrow

Happy Birthday man! I'm the last of Gen X, I guess why I feel so detached from the millennials even though I'm only a couple months away from being lumped in with those morons.

stlaser · « **Reply #15575 on:** September 01, 2021, 12:36:48 PM »

Quote from: EL TATE on September 01, 2021, 11:08:28 AM

Quote from: stlaser on September 01, 2021, 10:15:16 AM
So you’re two years younger than me Tate…… showing your age buddy. I turn 44 tomorrow

Happy Birthday man! I'm the last of Gen X, I guess why I feel so detached from the millennials even though I'm only a couple months away from being lumped in with those morons.

Thank you, you’re definitely not a snow flake nor is your work ethic anything close to theirs.

JR · « **Reply #15576 on:** September 01, 2021, 12:51:46 PM »

HB guys, darn kids,,,,,,

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #15577 on:** September 01, 2021, 01:13:14 PM »

Happy birthday hippy. I’m at the very beginning of gen x. Just missed being labeled a
Boomer

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oklawall · « **Reply #15578 on:** September 01, 2021, 01:15:51 PM »

Happy birthday. I just have more experience than you lol

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rpar86 · « **Reply #15579 on:** September 01, 2021, 02:52:32 PM »

Quote from: EL TATE on September 01, 2021, 11:08:28 AM

Quote from: stlaser on September 01, 2021, 10:15:16 AM
So you’re two years younger than me Tate…… showing your age buddy. I turn 44 tomorrow

Happy Birthday man! I'm the last of Gen X, I guess why I feel so detached from the millennials even though I'm only a couple months away from being lumped in with those morons.

Hey, I resemble that remark! :P

Bob Smith · « **Reply #15580 on:** September 01, 2021, 03:28:11 PM »

Happy birthday Shawn. If I waited till tomorrow I would forget. mind is the second thing to go and I don’t remember the first.

Sammconn · « **Reply #15581 on:** September 01, 2021, 03:48:37 PM »

Quote from: oklawall on September 01, 2021, 01:15:51 PM

Happy birthday. I just have more experience than you lol

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Well Ryan, you might be one of the few exceptions...

HBD Shawn

EL TATE · « **Reply #15582 on:** September 01, 2021, 04:33:54 PM »

Quote from: Sammconn on September 01, 2021, 03:48:37 PM

Quote from: oklawall on September 01, 2021, 01:15:51 PM
Happy birthday. I just have more experience than you lol

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Well Ryan, you might be one of the few exceptions...

HBD Shawn

I'll vouch for him. you know us PNW guys need "two deep validation" to be allowed here.

Sammconn · « **Reply #15583 on:** September 01, 2021, 05:05:29 PM »

Quote from: EL TATE on September 01, 2021, 04:33:54 PM

Quote from: Sammconn on September 01, 2021, 03:48:37 PM
Quote from: oklawall on September 01, 2021, 01:15:51 PM
Happy birthday. I just have more experience than you lol

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Well Ryan, you might be one of the few exceptions...

HBD Shawn

I'll vouch for him. you know us PNW guys need "two deep validation" to be allowed here.

Atkinsmatt · « **Reply #15584 on:** September 01, 2021, 09:06:35 PM »

I'll repeat the birthday wishes Shawn.

stlaser · « **Reply #15585 on:** September 01, 2021, 10:43:45 PM »

Thanks guys, if you’re in the hippyland area tomorrow evening you can stop by for bbq, cake and bourbon.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15586 on:** September 02, 2021, 09:14:05 PM »

Being I'm off for a few days I decided to pick up a new shed. Single use connex box $4,300. Not very many around but I was promised this one at the beginning of summer. Glad he honored that after taking me so long to pick it up.

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Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #15587 on:** September 02, 2021, 10:38:16 PM »

I’m on the search for a few of these smaller older sledge hammer heads. 2.5-3 lb heads. Project in mind.

I have been to the local yard/garage sales and haven’t found any of this shape

If you folks happen across one or think you can part with one. Shoot me a pm

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longball · « **Reply #15588 on:** September 02, 2021, 11:14:18 PM »

https://www.waff.com/2021/09/02/1-killed-2-injured-construction-accident-john-hunt-park/

Since so many men on this forum construct/build/excavate, I’d like to offer a simple reminder to be cautious and to use appropriate safety measures when possible. Things can go sideways in an instant. Be safe out there gentlemen.

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JR · « **Reply #15589 on:** September 02, 2021, 11:17:11 PM »

Jon, being out here they are all over. Just saw a new high cube 20' for 3800. I want another 40 really, paid 4300 for mine 40HC delivered.

KensAuto · « **Reply #15590 on:** September 02, 2021, 11:37:09 PM »

Quote from: Bigdave_185 on September 02, 2021, 10:38:16 PM

I’m on the search for a few of these smaller older sledge hammer heads. 2.5-3 lb heads. Project in mind.

I have been to the local yard/garage sales and haven’t found any of this shape

If you folks happen across one or think you can part with one. Shoot me a pm

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Isn't that just a blacksmith hammer?

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #15591 on:** September 02, 2021, 11:54:34 PM »

Yes that’s the general shape being used as a blacksmith tool. I like one for welding stuff also.

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JR · « **Reply #15592 on:** September 03, 2021, 12:20:00 AM »

Got this trailer on FB today for $50. New 15" tires, need the axle for making a scraper. Metal alone is worth much more and it has a 2500# winch to boot.

Was in town and I stored it on the flatbed, what a pain it was getting on there.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15593 on:** September 03, 2021, 10:52:07 AM »

Put my Ryobi saws all up against out older De Walt. The Ryobi weighs less and cut just as fast and the battery lasted longer. In the DeWalts defence that battery is few years old. Both 18 volt lithium. For the cost Ryobi won this round. I got the whole bag of tools for a little more than what one Milwaukee drill cost.

In a previous comparison the DeWalt circular saw beat the Ryobi. But the DeWalt is bigger.

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Sammconn · « **Reply #15594 on:** September 03, 2021, 12:39:04 PM »

Ken, need your input on this rear main...
Or anyone that can tell me the seal is good or may not be...

Do i need another?

I’m not happy with the wrinkle in the felt.

rpar86 · « **Reply #15595 on:** September 03, 2021, 03:26:32 PM »

The Ryobi won’t last near as long as the Dewalt did.

Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15596 on:** September 03, 2021, 04:20:01 PM »

Quote from: rpar86 on September 03, 2021, 03:26:32 PM

The Ryobi won’t last near as long as the Dewalt did.

Agreed. But I got my set to keep in the camper and do small stuff around the house. For a typical home owner that might say 10 boards a year it's good enough. And cheap enough of we get broke into on the road I'm not out alot of cash.

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KensAuto · « **Reply #15597 on:** September 03, 2021, 11:28:30 PM »

Quote from: Sammconn on September 03, 2021, 12:39:04 PM

Ken, need your input on this rear main...
Or anyone that can tell me the seal is good or may not be...

Do i need another?

I’m not happy with the wrinkle in the felt.

Can't tell by the pic, but if you're not happy with something don't take a chance. Follow your gut. Too hard to fix later.

oklawall · « **Reply #15598 on:** September 04, 2021, 08:25:28 AM »

Thursday on the way home from work it took me putting in 3 gallons of water to make it home. The engine oil cool was just dumping coolant out. Ran around and got all the gaskets/seals yesterday. Will be removing and re-sealing and installing today.

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Farmer Jon · « **Reply #15599 on:** September 05, 2021, 02:44:31 PM »

Just running down the road and didn't notice the temp gauge. All the coolant dumped out all over the back of the engine. Idiot light come on over heating. I just hope I didn't ruin the engine. Temp gauge was pegged out over 260. Lucky I was only a mile from home. Neighbors gave me ride.

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