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Peters, my Dad used to be one of the guys who ran the power plant in the control room. I used to think the reason we had so few long outages was because my Dad used to call the plant whenever the power went out :). Your explanation sounds good.

My Dad lived through some pretty scary situations at the powerplant. One time the giant fan disintegrated killing a worker. Another time a new power plant "imploded" when the furnace vents wouldn't open, a vacuum was created inside the furnace and the steam pipes broke away from the furnace. Everyone was crawling on their hands and knees to find a way out. Turned out a squirrel had gotten into the controls somewhere which prevented systems from operating correctly.

Power Outages and such
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 20 Post by ncrunch32

I got the log splitter hooked up this afternoon and tried her out. Works like a dream even though it has seen many years of use. Thanks for all your help guys!!

American Log Splitter
Operating and Attachments
Replies 25 Post by ncrunch32

Only by googling after your post. Looks like there are some believers! Interesting . . .

Hedge Apples and Spiders
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 5 Post by ncrunch32

Yes, I have always had well water which was pretty hard. I might have had 4 of these units - can't remember exactly. But I don't have to replace them that often or right after warranty. I have been satisfied that the total price to me is less than I would pay if I went with a high quality brand.

Water softeners
Home Improvement
Replies 31 Post by ncrunch32

I am tired of paying $6/chain for sharpening. I seem to be using a chainsaw much more than you would think for a 2 acre lot here in NY. We just had family day at my Mom's and took down several trees just cleaning up. I just bought this northerntools sharpener for $99. I have 3 chains that need sharpening right now. I'm sure I'll have to set aside a weekend to figure out how to properly do this. Its also a matter of convenience. It's harder all the time to find someone who will sharpen chains.

Chainsaw sharpeners
Home Improvement
Replies 54 Post by ncrunch32

Ken, the idea of constant strong wireless signal going through our bodies was mentioned in conversation between wife and me. At least the kids aren't here most of the time so they aren't exposed. But then I guess as I think of it the buildings I work in all have wireless. And my daughter and son are using it where they are. So David, I guess that is why we are all getting that greenish look in my house ;)

Wireless Access to Internet
Everything and Anything
Replies 23 Post by ncrunch32

Art, its got an automatic transmission. Peters, I suspect you are right its probably the the Active AWD since this is not a luxury Subaru. My daughter has the same car only two years older and she does not have this problem. I also have a 2002 Jeep Cherokee (Grand Limited) with AWD that is seamless. Thanks for the advice - I will check for recalls, although I would have thought the dealers would have done this on my two trips to have this looked at.

Subaru Forester Tranny Problem
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 13 Post by ncrunch32

Ken, I got the quick attach. I found them in the wantaddigest.com locally for $700 in new condition. Yes they are pricey but they can lift lots more than clamp-on forks and they add a whole new dimension to the tractor. I am glad I didn't get the clamp-on forks after having these. I had to do some fancy talking to the wife but even she is convinced. EW, I can't do what you do yet. But I agree they are like having fingers on your loader.

When Your Tractor Work is Done
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 4 Post by ncrunch32

Wow! Thanks Dennis!

Avatars
Website Operations Howto
Replies 32 Post by ncrunch32

Nice pics Ronald!

can you verify this
Parts and Repair
Replies 14 Post by ncrunch32

Use screws and buy good quality screws. Nails will eventually pop up after many years and you will be hammering them back down each year. A real pain when trying to shovel snow off the deck. Cheap screws can snap after a few years where there is tension. You will be drilling them out and replacing them. I've seen both problems on both cedar and pressure treated.

Decks - Nail or Screw
Home Improvement
Replies 28 Post by ncrunch32

Frank, yes I can get off the tractor while its running and the range selector is in gear and brake not locked. I can also start it while not in the seat and standing next to it on the ground. However, foward and reverse pedals are disabled if I lift off the seat. Also if the pto is engaged and I lift off the seat then it will shut off.

Not sure about whether it will coast when shut off and on a slope since whenever I do this I usually drop the bucket and set the brake. But I will check it out.

Use of brakes on hydro
John Deere Tractors
Replies 16 Post by ncrunch32

This is a great site. Well worth more than the small fee it costs each year. A trip to McDonalds might cost you as much. My wife gives me a membership every year for my birthday. Although I cannot contribute to most discussions on a technical level, there is a trust and respect among members that is not duplicated on other sites.

c-ya
Everything and Anything
Replies 58 Post by ncrunch32

My neighbor recently had the Sopranos show leave a note in his mailbox asking for permission to use his house for a show. They were going to make some changes to the place which would be paid for by the show. Unfortunately he was on vacation. The town I grew up in around here was all Italian. Everyone's name ended in a vowel. Cement shoes are second nature. Everyone gets fitted for them. PTO wood chippers were always highly regarded.

Your Home is Your Castle
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 30 Post by ncrunch32

AnnBrush - not to worry. An innovative server of legal papers can always find a way to get to you. I have only been actually "served" papers once. My wife was videotaping a water balloon fight at our local high school before graduation. The town police were there observing to keep it under control. Even the high school principal participated. As would be expected - someone loaded a balloon with something hard - hit a girl in the eye - ambulence came and picked her up - and a lawsuit against the town was filed. Word got out that we had a videotape. My wife objected to giving it out (we ultimately had to edit it to hide the many wet t-shirts on some of the girls - chief of police's daughter included). The server came to our door several nights and we didn't answer. Finally one night a lady all dressed up, high heels, fur coat, hair done perfectly, the works - knocks on the door. Me, the big dope, opens the door wide and up comes her hand with the LEGAL papers! The regular server is in the background laughing. Next day I ran the video down to court with my tail between my legs!

Your Home is Your Castle
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 14 Post by ncrunch32

Yep, the plumber had warned me so I deserved what I got. I tried to get away with just a little left over paint thinner from cleaning paint brushes in the sink. The next day the pump-up didn't pump-up. Cost me some bucks, I opted to have the plumber fix it :)

Septic pump
Home Improvement
Replies 8 Post by ncrunch32

Yep, its the new fangled stereo that is draining the battery. I measured 43 milliamps being drained off. Thanks guys!

Charging Voltage Level
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 28 Post by ncrunch32

How did this happen? Were you working on your tractor? Or did you hit something while operating it? Tell us more.

4300 hydolic tube
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by ncrunch32

I agree that its a matter of practice but I don't get to practice enough on my JD LT190 lawn tractor. I find the Gravely garden tractor mower deck much easier (even though much heavier) because what you have to do is obvious. You drive over the deck, insert the lift pin and lift the mower deck until front of deck hooks into place, then hook the universal to the PTO. Done! The process for the JD is supposedly simple - but after the Gravely - seems awfully convoluted.

New CC 2554 delivered Monday and Questions for Other Owners of the 255
Garden and Landscape
Replies 6 Post by ncrunch32

I bought a 10kW generator from Northstar a couple of years ago with 18HP gas Honda engine (Item# 165967). It arrived in perfect condition and has performed flawlessly the few times I have used it since. I am happy with the purchase.

NorthStar 13000 Watt Generator on buy list
Shop Tools
Replies 10 Post by ncrunch32