Bad Day at Block Rock - errrr - Make it Bad Year.

[crash325]

That's how it goes a lot of the time around here, too, Jim.

First figure out what's wrong then how to fix it.

Then find the right tools and parts.

Then fix the broken or worn out tool, or go get more fuel, oil, glue, etc.

Finally spend an hour to make the repair that has now taken three days.

But when it all finally comes together, it's very satisfying to see the dominoes fall at last.

Correct.
There is no pressing need to get the tire fixed real soon. If there were I would do things a little differently.

It's time to feed the quail, It's fun to have them come running while seeds are falling all around them. Time talk to the dog people as well. They do a lot of talking, I just don't understand all that they tell me.

 

[farmer2009]

Could you add some pictures of your forge and the new tire spoon.

 

[KubotainNH]

For years I have planned to hook up a electric blower of some kind. Got to get that back on my "To Do" list.
Had my torch not been stolen, in less time than it took to get the forge burning I would have been done. Might have even worked on the tire a little.
The fun goes on.
Jim

My 19 year old uses an old hair dryer. His friend has used a shop vac on the blow side.

 

[RedNeckGeek]

There is no pressing need to get the tire fixed real soon. If there were I would do things a little differently.

I've been retired four years and am just now starting to see things the same way.:scratchchin: The first three and a half I was refurbishing the house and living in it at the same time, and I could never relax without being able to look around and see something else I should be doing instead.:sweatdrop: That's all done now, and I try to make sure the around the house jobs are really ripe for doing before I jump in. That leaves time for watching the hummers, sunsets, keeping the wood stove hot, and a cold beer once in a while :drink:

 

[Jim Nelson]

I've been retired four years and am just now starting to see things the same way.:scratchchin: The first three and a half I was refurbishing the house and living in it at the same time, and I could never relax without being able to look around and see something else I should be doing instead.:sweatdrop: That's all done now, and I try to make sure the around the house jobs are really ripe for doing before I jump in. That leaves time for watching the hummers, sunsets, keeping the wood stove hot, and a cold beer once in a while :drink:

There is a bit of a curve to this retirement business but once you get around that curve it's worth it.

 

[TomSeller]

Hey Jim. for the leg cramps try eating some almonds,it works for me. My doc says they used to give you quinine for them but someone decided it was bad for you so they outlawed it,the almonds help me a lot.

I find my legs cramp if I am dehydrated. Not enough fluids. Alcohol and coffee do NOT count.

 

[dragoneggs]

I find my legs cramp if I am dehydrated. Not enough fluids. Alcohol and coffee do NOT count.

Yeah too bad they don't. I have given up the coffee... the caffeine even in decaf seizes me up (peeing). I ain't giving up red wine, especially as long as they say a couple glasses are good for you! My wife is trying to keep water in front of me as much as possible. I know I don't drink enough water. The wine tastes better though.

 

[crash325]

Could you add some pictures of your forge and the new tire spoon.

Camera broke a while back. Here are some pictures making the first spoon or maybe a ring for a pintle hitch.. Taken & 2011.

KubotainNH
My 19 year old uses an old hair dryer. His friend has used a shop vac on the blow side.

Hair dryer might work, shop vac is a little on the strong side. Forge is over 100 years old, Want to keep it original as much as possible.

sjmarbu
I've been retired four years and am just now starting to see things the same way. The first three and a half I was refurbishing the house and living in it at the same time, and I could never relax without being able to look around and see something else I should be doing instead. That's all done now, and I try to make sure the around the house jobs are really ripe for doing before I jump in. That leaves time for watching the hummers, sunsets, keeping the wood stove hot, and a cold beer once in a while

My 2 do list is pretty long. May finish it in another 30 / 40 years. Being only 75, think I may have time.

Quail were waiting for me today. As I was throwing them seeds, 15 quail & 2 Inca Doves came in to eat.

More Later,
Jim

 

[crash325]

Well The tire is back together & back on the tractor.
After forging another tire spoon, It was of little help. Tire was just to hard for me to get on.
I decided that I could use the back hoe to get it back on the rim. It was not a fall off the log deal. Even that took about 45 minuets. Holding the tire & rim down with the stabilizer & use the bucket to push. It was not just a matter of pushing hard, it was finding the right spot. I had pushed hard enough to lift a rear tire off the ground & accomplished little or nothing. As I was just about ready to give up, the sweet spot was found & the bead slowly oozed its way on. It actually took me a little while to believe that it was really on.

OK now lets get this sucker back on the tractor. That took another 1/2 hour, it is a pain. Tire too heavy to just pick up & slide on. & why does NH still use screw in studs instead of studs coming out of the rotor?? Oh well. Now if you think your pretty handy with your FEL, try moving it 1/16" of an inch either up or down. Then when its the right height, line up holes in the rotor. Lots of fun & fiddling, but its now done.

While sitting there watching the air coming out, I happened to look at the rim, the date on it told me the tractor is almost exactly 10 years old.

Went back over to the well & finished up filling in some holes there. Off to my friends house, celebrate with a beer. :thumbsup: Then start filling in a big hole in the road by his house. Move several yards of dirt in to it, & dig out the ditch so it can drain if we ever get a good rain.

Tomorrow, my least favorite thing to do. Go to town, Dog Food, bird seeds, "Beer" ( can't run out that. :laughing: ) & maybe even some groceries for people. (Me)

More Later,
Jim

 

[Jim Nelson]

Camera broke a while back. Here are some pictures making the first spoon or maybe a ring for a pintle hitch.. Taken & 2011.



Hair dryer might work, shop vac is a little on the strong side. Forge is over 100 years old, Want to keep it original as much as possible.




My 2 do list is pretty long. May finish it in another 30 / 40 years. Being only 75, think I may have time.

Quail were waiting for me today. As I was throwing them seeds, 15 quail & 2 Inca Doves came in to eat.

More Later,
Jim

On that broke camera,if it's a digital there is a tiny switch on the side of the sd card that is for over write protection and easily slid to the off position when inserting the card in the camera.It's a tiny grey section on the side of the card where it appears there is a seam.I was about ready to give up on my game camera until I called customer service and was told about this. Hope this helps.