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Carhartt Boots 3 year review and comparison to new
These are both pairs of Carhartt CME6347 safety toe boots.
These have been worn basically every day since I opened the box, the second set has never been worn at all.
These have been worn basically every day since I opened the box, the second set has never been worn at all.
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Homelite SXL aftermarket cylinders - a quick comparison with an OEM jug
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This is not an in depth analysis of any differences, but a quick first impression. I think these are going to work just fine, will want to sand the exhaust "chamfer" a little bit before it goes on. I am not a Homelite expert, but my cylinder is too damaged and I needed to put something in there.
Homelite Super XL Auto stripped handle bolts resolution
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A 10 Pack of these 18-8 Stainless Steel hex head #10-32 screws from McMasterCarr is part number 92314A842 I chose stainless because 1. That's what I could find and 2. I'm cutting them, so galvanized was less appealing. Basically made longer mounting screws so I could access previously unused thread in the housing. The original thread had gave way and stripped out, which was causing the saw to s...
Three Year Review - Costco Tramontina Enameled Cast Iron
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This is a 3 year review on the Costco enameled dutch ovens. These are used between 1-3 times per week each, and we do not baby them. The two year video is here: th-cam.com/video/_XpTxDtwqIg/w-d-xo.html The one year video is here: th-cam.com/video/I-wyg11Zs3k/w-d-xo.html The unboxing video is here: th-cam.com/video/iy89ZC3RoMY/w-d-xo.html They have chips and some enamel has lifted, but we are st...
Add refrigerator to water line using SharkBite plumbing products
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My existing water line is 1/2" copper tubing. This tubing measures 5/8" outer diameter. I added a 1/2" tee part number U362LFA to my existing water line. I then added a small stub of tube and a SharkBite gate valve part number 24634LF Another small stub of tube to a SharkBite reducer from 1/2" to 1/4" part number U050LFA This is the setup depicted in this video. As described also, one more part...
Farmertec 660 stuck recoil rope - Resolved
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My 660 Repair Kit from Farmertec had only one problem from when I built it. The rope would get stuck out and I would have to manually start the rewind for it to go back in. The Farmertec recoil assembly is preassembled by Farmertec or whomever, so there's no need to fight with it when you're building up the Repair Kit. I put the new 1129 190 0600 OEM flat spring in there and for my issues, that...
MZ54 clutch and PTO bolt - HEADS UP!
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Replacement part number: 8TEN 810-CPT2398O The clutch works, but it is noisier when I disengage it than the OEM one. I may need to check the air gap on it. Annoyingly a piece of square stock came off the PTO shaft while I was installing the new clutch... I sure hope that wasn't the key for the hydraulics pump pulley. If it is I will find out sooner than I want to.
Blackberry bushes - Deer Pressure?
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Looking at all 10 blackberry plants I put in mid spring 2022 as plug plants. At one point this year I only counted 9, so the tiny one may have come back up this summer. They were in high weeds all spring until today when I cleaned up the area and put in the tomato cages. They have been grazed by deer I'm pretty sure, very little new growth on them from what I can see. They are in poor soil and ...
Hydro Gear ZT2800, ZT3100, ZT3400 Oil Change and Air Bleed
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My Husqvarna MZ54 lawn mower hit 100 hours and needed the first hydro oil change. The service manual for the ZT2800/3100/3400 is available online. These are also used on Bad Boy Mowers and probably many more. The tool and material list I used is here: 3/8 Socket and ratchet 11/16 Open End Wrench 5 quarts 20W-50 2 HydroGear filters Part Number 52114 Drain Pan and oil funnel Please don't forget t...
Two year Update - DIY Refinishing Lodge Cast Iron
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Two years ago I made this video th-cam.com/video/cJzD5xqL24A/w-d-xo.html where I sanded down a cast iron Lodge brand skillet. It has gotten quite a few views, so I thought I would do an update. We're happy with it. It works about the same as the stock seasoning. We like the look of it better than the stock seasoning, but we could probably hit it with 40 grit and be done instead of going so far ...
Two Year Review - Costco Tramontina Enameled Cast Iron
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This is a two year review on the Costco enameled dutch ovens. These are used at least once per week each, and we do not baby them. The three year video is here: th-cam.com/video/IhGtQcGhzdg/w-d-xo.html The one year video is here: th-cam.com/video/I-wyg11Zs3k/w-d-xo.html The unboxing video is here: th-cam.com/video/iy89ZC3RoMY/w-d-xo.html They have chips and some enamel has lifted, but we are ve...
Ridgid 18V battery has no lights, charger shows solid red - fixed
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This battery had gotten wet. The charge indicator no longer worked. The battery charger gage a solid red “defective” indication as soon as it was plugged in. I took it apart and cleaned it up and it is now functioning again.
Freezer burned beef converted to chicken nuggets and eggs
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I have some beef to the chickens and they loved it.
Early morning garden update and chicken attacks the dog
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The garden is winding down except for the late planted pumpkins.
Chainsaw shakedown fun
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Chainsaws are probably my favorite toys to play with, and there is a lot of use for them out here, I just don't prioritize it, maybe because I find it to be so fun.
KitchenAid Fruit & Vegetable Strainer KSMVSP REQUIRES KSMFGA Food Grinder attachment!
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KitchenAid Fruit & Vegetable Strainer KSMVSP REQUIRES KSMFGA Food Grinder attachment!
Garden 07/23/2022 Here comes the results.
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Garden 07/23/2022 Here comes the results.
Garden 07/10/22 - Tomatoes and Cabbage coming along nicely
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Garden 07/10/22 - Tomatoes and Cabbage coming along nicely
Garden 07/03/22 - Continuing to plant and fight the weeds
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Garden 07/03/22 - Continuing to plant and fight the weeds
Fix a GarageBOSS Smart Flow spout - Big Box Store Fuel Can
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Fix a GarageBOSS Smart Flow spout - Big Box Store Fuel Can
Fixing a Midwest Can brand Safe-flo Spout - Harbor Freight Fuel Can
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Fixing a Midwest Can brand Safe-flo Spout - Harbor Freight Fuel Can
Ottawa Convoy @Viva Frei interviews an Aylesford Nova Scotia Homesteader at the War Memorial
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Ottawa Convoy @Viva Frei interviews an Aylesford Nova Scotia Homesteader at the War Memorial
#HonkForFreedom Challenge support for Freedom Convoy 2022
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#HonkForFreedom Challenge support for Freedom Convoy 2022
Shed Repair No. 3 - New Corner Post is up!
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Shed Repair No. 3 - New Corner Post is up!
One Year Review - Costco Tramontina Enameled Cast Iron
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One Year Review - Costco Tramontina Enameled Cast Iron
Very helpful! Thank you
Where does that small part go and what is it called
@@jeffharrison1223 Jeff it is a thermal choke for a Honda engine, it goes behind the air filter mount. In my video description I link to Dony Boys video on how he replaces them, his video is far better than any I could make
Good info!!!! Thanks!!!
Thanks buddy! Just saved me lots of frustration. 😀
This video saved me!! Same thing I bought a red 2 gallon can with this spout because I needed a can quick and it has been a nightmare. The top o ring slipped so I'm getting gas all over my hand, the stupid sock condom thing. Just all of it. Thank you for making this video because now I can just pour my gas into my mower and unscrew the damn top
I just changed the oil on my ZT3400 and all went well. Breaking loose the top plug with the 1/4 Allen was tough. I bought a new Allen wrench because I was afraid, I was going to strip out the socket with my old one. I use a short pipe as an extension and pulled with a bounce action and it pop off with a loud crack on both sides. I did this first before I took off the filters in case they stripped out, I could still drive it. When I put the filters on, I filled them with oil first to lessen the amount of air in the system. I thought I would lose most of the oil when I screwed them on, but I was surprised to find out I didn't lose hardly any at all. I removed the top plug completely and 2 quarts of oil went in very fast. Then as the oil started to come out the top plug hole, I put the top plug in and filled up the remote tank to the full level. I had to add a little more oil and then it stopped going down. I did the purge procedure as instructed, added a little more oil, and the mower did fine on the first test drive. I think filling the filters with oil really saved me some time purging the air out. 7/25/2024
I'm not super experienced with Hydro transmissions. However, based on my experience, the need for *a good purge is extremely important* I followed one of the many YT instructional videos using Stens oil and some generic filters from Amzn. I followed the same steps as you and cycled the levers 8-10 times forward and back, and it growled like a cat under load. Each cycle was maybe 2 seconds fwd and 2 seconds in reverse. After a lot of head scratching I changed the filters again (lost the oil) thinking they may have been too restrictive. This time I used Hydro Gear filters and SuperTech 20W-50 V-Twin full synthetic oil because that's what I had, and it's very good oil. UOA reports show zinc at 1200PPM. I followed the same purge steps with the engine at 1/3 throttle, wheels off, disengaged, but this time I cycled the levers *slowly* waiting about 5 -6 seconds and stopping for a few seconds at neutral. Next I engaged the axles and cycled 10 times again, slowly. I mounted the tires and took it for a spin. It was quiet and the steering was very smooth and responsive. I think the problem with the first oil change was not an issue with the generic filters, but with the purging process where I cycled too quickly. This is all just a guess. I don't know much about these transmissions and have no idea what else it could have been.
All That work, but you did not do a cooking comparison, so let me explain take your groddy cast iron heat it up then pour in cooking oil, and on that rock salt, then scrub with paper towels and bingo compare say making pancakes with your sanded skillet, or fry up some chicken. Your method makes for a pretty skillet
Can I heat my Dutch oven to 500F? For bread baking?
@@najucanada I’m not sure, the iron will take it no problem, but if it is thinly coated in ceramic I do not know for sure
It’s a same Dutch oven you’re talking about and says heat the Dutch oven to 500F and that’s why I was asking. Website says use up to 475F. Thanks for your prompt response though.
Thanks for the video, changed hydro oil out yesterday and it went pretty easy.
I appreciate this update. I think I’m going to sand mine but not quite as smooth as yours. 60, 80, and maybe 100 sand paper. Thank you so much!
Thank you
So here's my story: I did this mod some months ago, except I simply ground off the locking edge from the button. Problem solved I just recently added a vent cap to this can (which works great, BTW!), and now it leaks out the button when I pour. I don't know if it did before, but today it does. Took the spout apart, and my small O-ring was just gone. Why? I don't know, but it was gone. I found an O-ring to replace it, but it was still leaking out of the cap. How? Well, I surmised that I was simply pressing the button in too far, allowing the O-ring-section of the center stem to travel outside of its "home tube," and thereby allowing gas to pass by the small O-ring and out the button. Aggravating. I thought I would simply add a spacer under the button to limit its travel. Couldn't find a washer, so I had to cut down a nylon washer about 1/8" thick to where it would fit into the gap. (I think nylon and gasoline are very compatible). Reassembled everything, and _voilà!_ No more leaks when pouring!
Good solution!
@@jimknowlton342 Thanks for sharing with us, JK. In truth, I found your clip today because I couldn't remember how the spout could be disassembled. Couldn't have done it without you, partner.
I have several lodge pre-seasoned pans and like them very much. Never saw any reason to put that much work into a pan. Mine work great and are non stick and easy to clean. I do a quick re=season each use and they work fine for me.
Great video.
I am completely new to coffee. The instructions say add fresh, cold water. What does that mean? You did something completely different.
Hi, we are using a Bunn Speed Brew maker. We do add cold water to it in the top, but it sort of acts like a Keurig inside, it holds a bunch of water at temperature all the time, so when the cool water is added at the top and the lid is closed, it pushes the hot water down and out through the basket.
@@jimknowlton342 OK thanks. I thought the instructions meant this is for having cold coffee, but I see now. Again, I am 100% brand new to coffee, never had a cup in my life at 50 years old.
@@jakemccoy it's just spicy bean water.
I found a spot of something under my sealed hydro on my Ariens Edge. It was clear, thick and sticky......it definitely didn't look like 20w50 motor oil. Do you happen to know if they use a different type of oil in the non serviceable ones?
Hello, sorry I do not.
How did you remove the coil
I think it was by removing two hex nuts
they used to make cans short and fat to prevent tipover but that would make since.
So....... WHERE did the bolt come from ....... OMG!!
The PTO shaft, just like I said at the beginning of the video :P
The SAME EXACT thing happened to mine. Luckily warranty is covering it and the dealer is fixing it. I've nothing but problems with this mower. Every nut and bolt you could imagine has worked their way loose. The entire deck even fell off. The mower is now for sale.
Mine just did same thing sir
I couldn't find bolt at all I looked and looked...
I got the clutch you recommended Thank you Sir God Bless you and your family!
Proper way to test coil : Troy-Bilt Honda GCV160 Ignition Test & Repair by Bill Thomassie
Dude is grounding out the coil with the extra ground he put on it. That ground is how the mower stops the engine via the throttle linkage.
It had no spark until the coil was replaced. It had no spark before adding that wire. Thanks for watching! Without referencing the coil to the same place the sparkplugs are referenced to, there would be no spark. This mower does not use a kill wire, the throttle enable basically drops a huge brake that stalls the mower out, there is no kill switch per se like on a chainsaw or something similar.
@@jimknowlton342 OK maybe the coil wasn't working in the first place, but did you test it with an ohm meter?????? The ground to the coil is how the lawn mower stops the spark to the motor. This explains a simply way to test the coil and how the system works. th-cam.com/video/_wxgFu7vmAY/w-d-xo.html
Your such a guber, Can't be wrong huh? A Biden voter?. That ground is how the motor stops the spark to motor. Test it with a ohm meter with the throttle linkage. Pull the linkage in and there's no ground. Let the linkage out and it grounds. I'm glad I watched the other guys video which explained it properly.
@@jimknowlton342 You're tarded.
How long did that take you
I think the most of the time was using the 40/60 grit to get the high spots ground down. Probably 2/3 of the time was that. Maybe 2 hours. The final hour was all the sillyness of polishing it up.
I saw a video somewhere of a hydro gear tech doing this. He drained it by taking off filters. He refilled through the vents with a 11/16 fitting with a small hose fitting coming off it with a length of tygon tuning coming down. The tube went to a simple hand plungle pump that threadeded on top of his oil container. he pumped till full, reinstalled vent plug, made sure reseervoir was at low cool mark, then purged. I'm going to try to find that fill fitting and pump.
How does it go through the cardboard?
Cardboard rots quickly and plants can poke through pretty strongly
For anyone that has a filter that their filter wrench wont fit, use a leather belt. put it on the filter the opposite way you would normally wear the belt to remove the filter. Trust me it works
Great video
How much oil did it take
Took very close to the recommended amount, can’t recall what it was, maybe a quart each or something? Can’t recall the exact amount.
I have to do the first hydro service on my Exmark Quest S 50",. Their manual doesn't show where the vent plug is. Not even certain what model the transaxle is. I think it's a 2200. Thanks for this.
I drilled two small holes in the plastic surrounding the button and mash the button down and stick a headless nail thru it to hold the button down.Best to just take off the spout and use a funnel.ha
The way I see it: 1) loosen up the cap of the reservoir 2) Take the bold off 3) take the filter off to drain 4) Bleed My question is this: Why do we have to take the bolt off if the filling will be from the reservoir? Hope someone can help me on this!!!
Good question, maybe it allows air out or something?
By leaving the bolts out, you will know when each transaxle is full and also allows the transaxles to vent air (like what the author said) while filling according to the manual. You are supposed to put the plugs in when you see fluid running out of the holes. After that, continue filling the reservoir with oil until it reaches the FULL COLD line. After this, you start the mower and proceed with the "purging" procedure.
I have a 6 qt Tramontina dutch oven that I picked up around 5+ years ago at Sam's Club for about $40. It's been fine. I figured I could replace it 5-6 times for the price of Le Creuset... The enamel is starting to discolor a bit, but no chips or cracks. My biggest "beef" is that sauces tend to scorch on the bottom. If I'm making Sunday gravy, I'll do it in non-stick cookware...
Stargazer BEAD BLASTS the surface before seasoning to give a surface that will hold on to the seasoning. Polishing or even sanding beyond 120 is a mistake. You just want to get rid of the pimples and make it flat. NOT a mirror. As the seasoning builds up it will self level and become smooth. Think of seasoning like paint. You never paint a gloss surface. It will not adhere.
Awful quality enamel.
definitely not the best option, but for the price it has worked.
Thank you! Much appreciated
Wow, looks great! But it looks like you took a slower route with a sander. I think the job could be reduced in time with angle-grinder and flap discs. The rpms of the grinder cuts faster. Cost probably the same in materials. One would finish up with the sander.
Bro you've used around $50-70 dollars in sanding pads you could have just bought a already smooth pan and saved a lot time & money. Nice job otherwise.
Thanks for watching. I touched on that in the description
“Well…they’re an iron pot…there I went over it” 🤣 Love it 👏🏾
Why ?
What model year is your rideon
I bought it in 2021
Unfortunately even tho the pan turned out great and looks awesome it won't hold a seasoning because you made it too smooth
I wore those for a couple years, not the worst boots but I LOVE my Thorogoods now. Made in the USA and the most comfortable I’ve worn.
Pretty cool! Anyone else can just start watching at 11:56 cuz that covers it all.
So much yacking in this video!!
I watched many reviews of enameled cast iron pans on YT. I can tell this is an honest review of Tramontina class cast irons, if we use them daily basis. Thank you for sharing your experiences.
When a company thats good at this thing starts sellin that thing you already lost me 😅 also any boots without vibram soles aint worth a foot in em
Thanks for watching
@jimknowlton342 course and don't get me wrong no hate on you just not my boot move but I do love my grades old camo carhartt only jacket I wear
If you take care of your stuff, it lasts
Thanks for watching
In a comment section full of experts, I'll chime in as well. "Mileage may vary" .... it's the same old tune. One doesn't have to possess a doctorate in metallurgy to attain acceptable results in surface-conditioning a cast iron skillet, besides, what works for you may not for the next ten guys in line. There are literally dozens of variable factors which affect the anecdotal outcome of every pan out there, but it's seems at least logical to look to the more expensive pans available and model your project after what they're selling. Stargazer, Smithey, Field, all for example, machine and finish the cooking surfaces of their products, Lodge doesn't. Get what you pay for ... OR you can buy cheap and put in your own work for the same end result PLUS the sense of accomplishment in knowing you have a one-of-a-kind cooking piece worthy of becoming an heirloom with a story. Jim, you've done a fine job. Ignore the criticism. And for anyone out there cooking in cast iron with metal utensils, washing them with anything more than a fresh oil wipe-down, and NOT sliding your skillet into the oven every time it's hot for a "free" seasoning treatment; may every biscuit you bake taste as rancid as your soul.
You spent more In buying sanding disc then the pan cost
Thanks for watching, check out the video's description.
Wow that’s a lot of wear. I have le creuset, Staub and other enameled cast iron. My oldest le creuset were abused because I didn’t know what I was doing. They were over heated,burnt, hit with metal utensils and even dropped a time or two. 11 years later and they are only mildly stained. No rust, chips or scratches, and they still work perfectly. Soak burnt food in soapy water and it wipes right off. The newer le creuset that I didn’t abuse are still absolutely perfect after 2-3 years. Staub looks perfect. And my others (Lodge and crockpot and lava) always look beat to hell after a few months, even though I baby them. I have given up on cheaper enameled cast iron now. Bite the bullet and buy one good one (I recommend Staub if you’re just getting one, they’re incredibly durable). Take care of it and in 5+ years you will be thankful you didn’t go cheap.
Do it with lecrueset
Do what? A review? Send me one and I will!