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  1. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Afternoon. Church was good, as was the chilli lunch that followed, nice to see people (as i don't get out much) Dog is outside I think that I need a nap today
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    Question

    if you have a loader, that might get the front tires in the air
  3. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone, Have a great day, nothing but office paperwork for me right now.
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    Moving and repurposing a building, advice needed

    can the roof be sectioned into 3 x 15 ft pieces ? a flatbed semi trailer sounds like a good option if the roof can be slowly / carefully lowered off the post / barrels onto a trailer, that would be good is the new location prepped, accessible, and ready ? I think the roof and telephone poles...
  5. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    ell after 3 days of snow, and a ton of driveway plowing, I managed to make it to town and back, for errands and a counselling appointment. at the dollar store I bought a new dog dish, a flower vase (identifies as a glass juice jug, therefore 50 % cheaper) and some kitchen items that needed...
  6. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    4.5 hrs of plowing / moving snow today ... it will finish snowing in another hour and a half - i'll be out there again in daylight
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    Scut with mid mount mower

    Welcome to the TBN Forum Fred314 - there is a lot of good information and experience here. I have a Kubota with a pull behind rotary mower (initially wanted a MMM), and then I bought a good used ZTR
  8. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    BEF - is there a link for the online service ? curious to check it out
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    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning WINTER STORM WARNING We are in the midst of a 3 day snow storm that began late Friday night. Snowed without any breaks all-day yesterday, more of the same today. The forecast anticipates 45 cm (18 inches) before this ends after midnight. My RWD (2 wd) pickup won't help today...
  10. scaredychicken

    Losing a best friend

    i still very much miss Quincey (jack russell, Oct 2016) and Max (golden lab, last April 2022) - i have lots of memories and photos Quincey - bought as a new puppy. Max - a rescue that was too much for our friends (they weren't dog people at all)
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    Does Anyone Buy Used Tractors?

    i bought new only because there was nothing available that suited my needs (and the warranty was a nice factor) - i would have bought an old used tractor, but needed an open deck, 4wd. etc. i have always bought and kept other used / old machines ... garden tractor (Jacobsen, vintage), lawn...
  12. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    PJ - so sorry for the multiple losses in a short period of time. That is certainly difficult. You and family are in my prayers, may The Lord grant his comfort and peace at this difficult time. Take care.
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    Good morning!!!!

    Southern Alberta just had 45 cm (18 inches) of snow in about 40 hrs on Mon- Tues. I wasn't there, but a close friend was driving through it. Terrible road conditions.
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    i fell bad, dislocated LEFT shoulder ... completely immobilized, probably months

    this is an UPDATE, thankfully not a repeat ... I don't want to concern everyone again... cleats are great if they work for you. my gait does not allow me to use cleats as they would just fall off. I just need to me careful, esp on ice. Physiotherapist told me that recovery would take...
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    Buying Advice Deciding what to buy for my 1ST tractor.

    I was going to say GRAPPLE Then i re-read the title and post, and realized that you are in market for a tractor, not an implement. Kioti has some nice units. Find out what is the minimum requirement for your needs, ... and then go bigger, perhaps next size up :)
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    What TV did you watch as a kid?

    i'm corrected, thank you Larry... not sure how i goofed that up. i have no idea
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    Sad and Tragic Recovery Accident in AZ.

    Great, informative video. Sending it to my Jeep buddies, because they get stuck regularly, mostly on purpose. Sad Story. Tragic FIRST THOUGHT WAS ... nobody should be sitting inside the vehicle during the recovery. The occupants should have been standing like 30 ft clear of the vehicle...
  18. scaredychicken

    Hey....Coffee Lovers.... question...

    3 cups daily, 4 cups if a long day i never buy butter - sounds weird in coffee, perhaps i'll try that at a restaurant one day. i have tried honey in coffee - that's okay. I like extra strong dark coffee with a bit of sugar and a "drip" of cream - not even worth the effort and doesn't change the...
  19. scaredychicken

    What's your favorite stuff?

    does that work on bad tenants, and ex-spouse ? and perhaps maybe for some it would be adult children :) ... bad joke, i know, i'm trying to laugh at things a bit keep perspective MY Favourite stuff ... Husqvarna brush cutter (bladed), Tractor, El Caminos, current property, my workbench...
  20. scaredychicken

    looking to buy first tractor with loader and backhoe

    FIRST TRACTOR - that tells me that - like me, the tractor experience is limited. One Acre - better use / function from a smaller tractor, in my opinion. Smaller tractors take more time to do the same work, but you may have the time to tinker away. I bought the Kubota BX23S (tractor, loader...
  21. scaredychicken

    What TV did you watch as a kid?

    Correction: Donna Douglas (Ellie May) thanks Larry
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    What TV did you watch as a kid?

    Ginger was dateable, but Mary Ann was marriage material. Redheads are my Kryptonite :) and then Charlie's Angels ... Kelly, Jill, or Sabrina ? Sabrina every time (Kate Jackson) silly stuff, but too fun :)
  23. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Back to more bookkeeping today ... would rather watch a show - oh well.
  24. scaredychicken

    Strange egg

    some say that I'm a strange egg, and I'm okay with that we get weirdo eggs occasionally ... no shell, odd shapes - still fine, but not for sale
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    A little bit of the past....

    very cool - and i miss Grand Rapids
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    What TV did you watch as a kid?

    it was a nice console one - vintage furniture, that I later converted into an aquarium display for angel fish similar to this internet photo ... oh yeah - BUGS BUNNY, Looney Tunes, Mighty Heroes (Diaperman) etc ... Get Smart, NHL Hockey
  27. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone, it's Family Day here in BC. Sent messages to the kids this morning ❤️ thought I'd participate a bit this morning while I have a few minutes ... BEF - I hope that you feel better soon sodamo - that looks really nice Joel - I miss the arena days, my daughter played...
  28. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone, Happy Sunday. we had more snow this week, so tractor time is coming. I'm spending more time in the kitchen, because I can. Meals, smoothies etc ... I'm doing okay, experimenting a bit. It's been another challenging week ... first time in 27 yrs that I did NOT have a...
  29. scaredychicken

    Frustrated

    glad that it worked out
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    Anyone like really old toys?

    nice collection I was just thinking today that i should box up some of my collectibles and toys, so that they are organized a bit and not misplaced, including tons of Hot Wheels and model railroading stuff, signs, licence plates, and automobilia
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    My Newest Toy

    Beauty
  32. scaredychicken

    Should I buy this Farmi winch?

    i learned something new :)
  33. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning. Struggles continue as I negotiage the separation steps and divorce (i say that because she is not negotiating). Anyway, Trusting God, Waiting On The Lord, Praying my way through this mess. I will check-in when I can. Prayers appreciated. Happy Sunday.
  34. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    RNG - Congratulations. The roof looks good :) Greetings All
  35. scaredychicken

    Hobbies and Interests

    this was an entertaining read
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    Buying Advice Looking to buy my first tractor

    personally i think the Kubota BX23S would do the jobs that you expect (mine impresses me), and if needed the ROPS could be folded down to get into the garage ... I think I clear at 81 inches (6' 9") with the ROPS up, including sun canopy. The grapple is my favourite implement, and the box blade...
  37. scaredychicken

    new member

    Greetings from BC Canada. Enjoy the TBN site.
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    Wood chippers

    I go back and forth on the 3 pt hitch/PTO driven wood chippers, VS the pull behind wood chippers ... I have a sub contract tractor, so my best power option for the 3-5 inch chipper capacity is the pull behind. I could probably get by with the smaller PTO options, but I think the capacity would...
  39. scaredychicken

    Tools & equipment that are fantastic.

    gas brushcutter with blade
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    Kubota New Pricing

    well, there ya have it... my Kubota BX23S TLB, now lists at $35,033.00 Canadian that is about what I paid for it, AND implements, AND 12 % taxes, in 2018. - tractor, loader, backhoe package - quick attach - sun canopy - box blade - grapple - rotary mower - post hole auger / digger - hooks - 2...
  41. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Evening Everyone, it's been quite a week. still working through everything. just wanted to check in.
  42. scaredychicken

    ATV advice

    as with tractors, ... Dealership support, relationship, and location, are also good factors to consider. i needed a workhorse (12 years before I bought my tractor) and Arctic Cat won it for me. preferences may vary :)
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    ATV advice

    My ATV since new is a 2006 Arctic Cat 400cc 4x4 automatic, 2 inch receiver hitch (standard) hand brakes on both handles, snow blade and cargo seat it had better clearance, towing capacity, beefier cargo racks on front and back, and improved features for my needs than the Honda, Yamaha...
  44. scaredychicken

    Rant: Modern household appliances are of poorer quality

    most are junk - cheap parts, limited warranties, disposable production mentality ... makes the Corporations the most money. they aren't focussed on quality sales, they intend on having (forced) repeat sales that said, our 2 BOSCH Dishwashers have been solid - 20 years and 7 yrs, both still...
  45. scaredychicken

    Share Pics of People Hauling or Towing Something Wrong

    just came across this photo looks like a Shipping Container crisis / mishap
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    Comparison What is the best brand of tractor?

    so subjective ... and this post was under a rock
  47. scaredychicken

    What teams will play in the next Superbowl?

    I'm in the EAGLES camp, since a friend got me following them about 2 months ago. I don't get a chance to see much American football. (mostly CFL with the BC Lions, and Edmonton Eskimos (now Elks) ... I live half way between those teams)
  48. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    cold outside today son in law came by to pick up my 1990 GMC Tracker, and load it on my flatdeck. he thinks he can get it running before Spring. Might sell the Tracker this year, as it turns out that i need a much newer vehicle anyway, an AWD suv something in the 10 yr old range. We used the...
  49. scaredychicken

    Tractor Sizing Tractor for small hobby farm

    Determine what you need and what the ideal tractor for you is - features, weight, hp, implements etc and then ... buy something that is one step bigger.
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    Homemade tractor (in aus)

    i think that you should take your lovely wife on a Date to the tractor dealership ... have her check them out with you. imagine the wonderful garden area that you could develop. Give it a few months ... she'll warm up to the idea of a small used tractor - they save a lot of labour. And you'd...
  51. scaredychicken

    A sad day on the farm

    so sorry to hear this. I wish you all the best as you go through, salvage, and clean up. Be safe as you work through the rubble. Take care.
  52. scaredychicken

    It's been 10 yrs. I should say Hi.

    Greetings from BC Canada 🇨🇦 Welcome (back ?) to the forum 77cruiser. Participate as you are comfortable. Nice tractor to have 🤠
  53. scaredychicken

    Car Accident Question

    i agree with two_bit_score similar here in BC Canada
  54. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Things in my personal life are chaotic and up in the air. Planning, but also waiting. There are so many things that I want to accomplish, eager for spring, but everything is on hold. The other day I wiped out on the ice as I was going out to feed the chickens. Minor abrasions to leg, badly...
  55. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Evening Everyone managed to get a few things done today, but quite lazy actually. lots of notes so that i have details for lawyer when needed Feel better Mostly_Gas, sorry about the mishap could not get into the TBN forum earlier today, so way behind on this thread take care
  56. scaredychicken

    Forum is acting very sluggish

    I could not get into the TBN forum at all today, for about 6 hrs. Seems to be working again now, so that is great. BC Canada
  57. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone Snowing here, hopefully only a dusting.
  58. scaredychicken

    WeedWhacker/Brush Cutter

    Husqvarna brush cutter 323L this was the one that I bought in 2006 (now discontinued, but there are similar models.) I had the 3 point tri-blade or sawblade on it and it went through most everything in quick order, including 2" trees. I have probably 1500 - 2000 hrs on it, and have now...
  59. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Evening snow just covered the ice that remains on the ground... very slippery had a visit with my 10 month old grandson (and his parents :) ) yesterday, that was awesome have a good Sunday
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    What attachments are "toys" for you; you would like to own but they are not practical for you.

    Tractor Cab would be totally impractical for me. (although i would love it in winter, rain, heat ... too difficult to get in / out) Hired help would be useful many of the responses here are listing very useful implements, so I'm confused how they are not practical for you (grapple, pallet...
  61. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Happy Anniversary to Buppies and his wife Popgadget - that's a puppy scratch ? yikes. Take Care. Watch looks unharmed though.
  62. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Church service was goof. lunch with a buddy. loaded up the truck and completed the dump run - full load was $9 today, so not bad. the challenge / game for me is to beat the minimum $5 dumping fee, so that means that i accomplished something. Plus the trailer is empty and ready for other uses...
  63. scaredychicken

    Thinkin about..

    i have a version of this one. small, light, easy to use, and even i can manage it around burn piles, falling / limbing smaller trees etc for anything that is a bigger job, i wait for my friends to use my chainsaw, or the friend brings the real equipment the power tools / outdoor equipment...
  64. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    i had a bit of tractor time today. chicken feed delivery ... emptied out the back of the truck pulled the utility trailer that was filled with a load of garbage, up the icy driveway to a level spot where it could be unloaded easily into my truck. moved truck beside trailer for content...
  65. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Day Everyone Still lots of planning and decisions happening here - one step at a time. I will be glad to be on the other side of this difficult journey, but I need to get through it, I need to Trust God, Wait, and Pray. Some financial planning already in the works with banks (and a...
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    Hey....Coffee Lovers.... question...

    you can hire a part-time Barista for that kind of money
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    Hey....Coffee Lovers.... question...

    I drink 2-3 cups of coffee a day. My wife rarely has coffee, 1-2x weekly. she did not like the 10-12 cup coffee maker sitting on the counter. I work from my home office, and regularly have company over, or clients. my wife does not like to host. Ultimately, my coffee pot got put into...
  68. scaredychicken

    Friday, the 13th

    Not at all bothered by it, ... I love Fridays
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    How to convince parents that a subcompact is a good idea

    wotandbuy - Welcome to the TBN forum i have so much to say, but i will try to be brief (you can send me a private message anytime). 1) you are a remarkable young man, and remind me a lot of my Son In Law who is about 5 yrs older than you. 2) I'm feeling a bit older suddenly, 🤠 🇨🇦 being 58 yrs...
  70. scaredychicken

    You'll correct this.

    looks like a prank i did once - uggh, i feel for ya
  71. scaredychicken

    ATV, UTV, RTV, I'm confused!!!!!!!

    my ATV is an Arctic Cat 400 cc 4x4 automatic utility workhorse with 1100 lbs towing capacity and good ground clearance, fairly heavy (good) has a 2 inch square hitch receiver, so same tow hitch as my truck. i bought it for use on the farm. the olive green colour does not get noticed on the...
  72. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Day All so far behind, but it's rather entertaining to try and catch up. stay safe, be awesome I'm busy making a lot of life decisions, for the next chapter.
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    Do I really need a tractor on 1.5 acres?

    EVERYBODY needs a tractor :)
  74. scaredychicken

    Credit Card Scammer left his name/address

    keep that address ... it could be very handy grab 7 of those Walmart Gift Cards for $50 or whatever ... just the inactive plastic cards, nothing on them. Mail that to the house. with no return address. drive them crazy
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    Good movies,,, well there are a few.......

    I watched "The Glass Onion" last week (netflix, I think) - it was good. Lots of big names
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    Things that happen in your small town that you wonder if it happens everywhere?

    3 Tim Hortons, 1 Starbucks, numerous coffee spots and coffee trucks Trans-Canada Highway runs through the middle of town, no bypass route and the highway gets shut down for 3 or 4+ hrs, about 5-6x per yea the short-cut for many pedestrians is by walking along the railway tracks. sadly, we...
  77. scaredychicken

    Snowblowing rules of thumb

    gloves, a good coat, toque, cup of hot coffee, and my tractor
  78. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Evening All, and thanks for the thoughts and prayers. Situation is moving forward for separation and divorce, and I am not making these moves. Wife has apparently hired a lawyer (probably with money that I supplied - uggh) and in any case, I know nothing yet. This afternoon I made...
  79. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone, Happy New Year !!! Blessings crazy start to the New Year for me. not enjoying it, but managing. i'll check in when i can, and i'll try to keep up a bit praying as i become aware of the needs
  80. scaredychicken

    Jacobsen tractors - vintage, 1960's

    Thanks Dale, so far it appears that FORD had the same unit, so that will be the start of the hunt
  81. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    BEF - Congratulations and Happy Retirement
  82. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning, Yesterday, I went to town for the afternoon with my buddy. Lunch at Wendy's, bought new lug nuts (x24) for my truck - hopefully these are better suited for the new to me rims. Buddy tossed a tote full of sand over my icy driveway to make a safer path for everyone - that was...
  83. scaredychicken

    Help me choose a 7mm-08 Youth Rifle for my Grandson

    I'm learning as I go ... I have no gun knowledge or experience (2 pellet guns, that's it) ... fishing poles for me. However, this post interested me. The caliber seems to be decided. My observation: this one is in your list, can't argue brand... then you noted My Question: is the Browning...
  84. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    RNG - all that I can say or think is UGGH. That's terrible. Glad that you are safe. Prayers that the repairs can happen in short order and that there are no issues / delays with insurance. All the best. Son stopped in for about 45 minutes, prior to the drive back to Vancouver. It was...
  85. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning here I thought I was 3 pages behind ... nope, 15 pgs this is going to take awhile :)
  86. scaredychicken

    Christmas seat time.

    It was too cold for the tractor last week. -38C (-36F), so i waited a few days for it to warm up a bit. i had about 5 hrs of seat time on Christmas Eve Day, moved about 9 inches of heavy snow off the driveway, in -20 C (-4F) no cab, glad i got that done. Running out of space. Freezing Rain...
  87. scaredychicken

    Mrs. Suggested that we might consider a Mini-Excavator in our future.

    well KilroyJC, your Mrs. is A KEEPER <3
  88. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning I've taken it easy this morning ... prone to another nose bleed, so had to sit / relax. Checked FB Marketplace and a guy then came by to purchase the men's hockey skates that I had listed. Almost new in the box - worn by my daughter for one Ringette tournament weekend, at the end...
  89. scaredychicken

    ***6,000,000th Post Contest***

    Congratulations That is awesome Great contest
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    New Kubota M7060 justified

    it looks like Spring ... ahem. where's all the white stuff ??? oh, okay :) sure Merry Christmas
  91. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    check - that looks like my place exccept for the help. we've had it snow for the past week, with snow in the forecast for the next week yet. my guess is that i'm walking on a foot of snow, and also walking through a foot of snow ... all in the past 3 weeks. the cold, the wind, blowing snow...
  92. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning before Christmas lots of plowing to get to, so not sure how the day looks. i'll check in when i can prayers for all those situations until later ...
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    ***6,000,000th Post Contest***

    December 24th, 2022 at 21:38 (9:38 pm) EST I had to read 8 pages with that time in mind, to makes sure that I did not duplicate. :)
  94. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    mostly_gas - temps are about 10 degrees colder than normal, with a duration of 7-10 days lots of snow today, 7 inches of new snow this morning alone truck is not home yet, so i got a ride into town to have breakfast with my Daughter, Son In Law, and 10 months old Gransdson. I have not been...
  95. scaredychicken

    Worst Christmas gifts

    This thread looked like i'd be laughing ... not disappointed, it's great Oaktree - I'm pretty good at gift giving, especially fore women ... wife, sister, mother, friends. I could give you pointers 🤠 . That said, i "aced" the birthday gifts for my wife in October, but 2 weeks later she...
  96. scaredychicken

    Debit vs. Credit Cards

    DEBIT I hate Credit Cards I hate Debt Full Disclosure - I listen to several different sources for Debt Reduction, Debt Free Living, ... including Dave Ramsey and others
  97. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Evening checking in, busy few days, mostly home office work, glad to be inside though -35C to -38C (-37F to -38F) for the past 3-4 days. screaming cold, snow, and windy. ... so cold that for the first time since early March i'm actually wearing Pants, and also socks. (i must be a bit...
  98. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Looking4New - i'm coming to your place for coffee. Kahlua is my fave rswyan - She also made chocolate peanut butter fudge and I got to lick the pan and spatula ... :love: Unfortunately though, She went over to neighbor's for dinner and left all the fudge there ... :( - I agree, that's just not...
  99. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning ummm, it's cold outside. currently -23C (-10F) however with the wind chill / frostbite warning it is currently 9 AM and -33C (-27F) even the dog did not bother to pee when i took her out, after 12 hrs inside my friends in Calgary are suffering at a windchill of -41 C / - 41 F...
  100. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning coffee time my truck is getting a new fuel pump today - should be operational again, giving me my long lost freedom (been without a vehicle for 5 weeks) ... this is when living 20 min from town kinda sucks. Collected on a few favours along the way for rides etc. Took awhile to...
  101. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    I had about 2 hrs of seat time on the tractor yesterday, as i cleared snow from the driveway. I think that I did a decently fabulous job of beating up the snow, driveway looks good, and it feels like i accomplished something. 🤠 🇨🇦 The tractor is a blessing.
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    Good morning!!!!

    unfortunately, not that simple ... too many automatic payments / withdrawals at this point, but that will be changing soon. need a Separation Agreement to really get things moving. next chance that I get I will be opening a new account thanks
  103. scaredychicken

    Self driving cars will get their drivers killed

    my thought on self driving cars has always been ... just because you Can (build it), doesn't mean you Should. Why do self driving cars even have steering wheels ? That's just in my way when i'm trying to sleep. However, I think that park assist and back up cameras have merit.
  104. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    my sliderule is a light green colour and in a box marked "office stuff", one day i will retrieve it :) The Great White North is living up to it's name, and chilly, with wind. CP Holiday Train rolls through town on Thursday - should be a great fund-raiser for the Food Banks
  105. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning so far behind now, my apologies to everyone, i am about 25 pgs behind. plan ... skip to the last 5 pages and hopefully catch up that way lots of bookkeeping keeping me busy. Waiting on details /advice regarding next steps re mediation for a separation agreement / divorce. I...
  106. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Day All i'm not even trying to catch up this time. a bit more snow every day for the past week. chickens are not liking that. Trying to deal with rats - they have invaded the Province this year. Difficult to find rat traps as everyone is out of stock. The garage is now getting a...
  107. scaredychicken

    I was snookered!

    Too Kind I ask scammers to call me on another line for better reception (whatever ... ) then I give them the NON-EMERGENCY LOCAL POLICE NUMBER ... oh to be a fly on the wall, when they call back. :). Try to avoid answering questions, even simple yes / no answers ( ie are you the homeowner...
  108. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    In my case, I have a Stihl "easy start" chain saw, and they are easy to start. The challenge for me is more with balance issues related to cerebral palsy. I need to be cautious, so that especially during the pull start, I don't fall off balance with a running chain saw (if that makes any...
  109. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    I may have to start looking at a battery chainsaw - seems safer to me, than the Stihl 14" gas chainsaw that I have. Starting it is a challenge (me, not the machine). Love it, mostly bought it to hve something here, if people showed up and were willing to fall a tree etc snowing again today, I...
  110. scaredychicken

    Trimming around chain link fence.

    Spray vinegar along the fence line. I have two weed whipper brush cutters - a Husqvarna with blade for the rough areas (not near the fence, it will destroy the fence); and an Echo trimmer with 3 plastic prongs (way more durable than the string) and when they break it is a simple replacing the...
  111. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    BEF - Congratulations, now you will be busier than ever.
  112. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone I thought the air was let out of Footballs That is a great Bill Cosby album (have it on vinyl, never listen to it now) - what a mess he's made since though, terrible impact on others.
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    Good morning!!!!

    I am automatically drawn to motorcycles ... a buddy at church has a motorcycle museum / cafe, in the area. Very interesting. i am not able to ride bikes, dirt bikes, motorcycles etc, but i do have an Arctic Cat 400 ATV. I have had opportunities to ride on the back of a bike or trike on...
  114. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    I get kidded for having too many vehicles ... you have a whole vacuum store :)
  115. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    I think the Christmas gift of choice is going to be a new vacuum for many of you :) ... Thanks for that Drew - LOL We have Domino's pizza nearby, but we never go there ... PANAGO (might be a Cdn franchise) is our choice. But what I really want is the CHICAGO Deep Dish pizza (yummers), it's...
  116. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning, Happy Sunday. still catching up on this thread. vacuums ... weighing in - grew up with one of those great Sunbeam cannister units, i received it from my mom when she passed, and still use it Shark handheld - it was great for cleaning the car, and small jobs Kirby - 35 yrs...
  117. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning too much for me to catch up on right now - so Be Good :) enjoy your day
  118. scaredychicken

    Scam or decent deal? Kubota l2202

    has value as YARD ART ... that's about it
  119. scaredychicken

    Scam or decent deal? Kubota l2202

    unless you have the know how, and even if you do, ... that thing is a money-pit. does not look like a scam, just a guy trying to sell junk i'd ignore it
  120. scaredychicken

    The next guy that claims "green (or orange) paint doubles the price"

    Thank you for sharing that post WinterDeere. I hope that a solution is found quickly for them. I can't say that i have colour loyalty because i have only had one / current tractor, but there were various reasons that i bought a New orange. Typically, Used machines are my history. That said...
  121. scaredychicken

    Hi from Mississippi,USA

    Welcome to TBN Curtisun - though you've been here for a bit. Greetings from British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦 That is quite the resume. I think you will be asked a lot of questions :) Please check out the Good Morning thread also. Enjoy a coffee with the rest of the gang. Have a great day.
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    I couldn't be happier

    CONGRATULATIONS ❤️ :cool:
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    Chickens - How Cold Is Too Cold?

    most chicken breeds are hearty enough for some cold. i select layers based on how they manage temperatures. No heater in the 16ft x 20 ft coop. We are currently -15C to -20C with some wind. I'm feeding them inside the coop these days because they don't enjoy the run with 18 cm / 7 inches of...
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    Good morning!!!!

    wngsprd - i thought of you when i saw this ... :) cheers
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    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning catching up again
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    Good morning!!!!

    PJSprog- your integrity is more valuable than any of that. Good for you. Blessings on the next chapter.
  127. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    here in BC gas is $2.17/L, about $8.00/US gal - yikes.
  128. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    volcano activity is beyond my comprehension ... thanks for posting, stay safe
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    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone, I did not expect this. since about 2 AM when I had the dog out ... it has snowed steady, and there is -3C with wind, effectively -10C. It is still snowing, and about 6-7 inches / 18 cm on the ground (new). this was today's forecast here: Periods of snow ending this...
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    Good morning!!!!

    rswyan - nice aquarium photo. i used to have aquariums since i was a kid and I had a 72 gal Piranha tank for several years in my 20s. When my chaotic life circs settle down, i'm planning to get a new aquarium set-up, something not too big, probably 30 gallons. A shark tank might be the next...
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    Sell tires before they’re worn out, or not?

    I burn them down on vehicle tires, winters wear out in the spring / summer, then replaced I buy new or next to new. Have only sold used rims, with whatever tires were still on them. I have not needed to replace tractor tires yet
  132. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    welcome prairiegirl (that had to be a Cdn name me thought), greetings from a neighbour to your west :)
  133. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone, Went to the Advent Service yesterday evening at church, nice to get out for a bit. My buddy had a 1960's Mooney plane in recent years, took me flying a few times. Upgraded to a jet about 2 yrs ago. Ron - so sorry for the loss of your BIL, my condolences
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    Thoughts On Lining Up Bucket to Front End Loader

    I put the implements on the edge of a pallet at ground level, seems to give me the 3-4 inches required to clear the QA. I have more issues with the 3 pt hitch
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    What to do with the swampland?

    Out here the lake creature is the OGOPOGO great idea, lots of fun - excellent Yard Art :) couple of thoughts 1) somehow secure it / lock it, hidden out of sight to a tree (?), the mailbox, something solid, so that it doesn't wander off (stolen) 2) add a target item ... old canoe, rowboat -...
  136. scaredychicken

    wood pallets under gravel driveway?

    I would not use wooden pallets for a driveway area. They make a pretty good redneck fence though.
  137. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    i'm about to watch the online service for our Church, no vehicle yet so i'm staying home ... i'm only calling for favours, rides when i absolutely need to plan that out Working on my Goal-Setting, as life has changed recently ... Personal, Spiritual, Physical, Financial, Social, Emotional...
  138. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Newbury - That's awesome
  139. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    m7040 - YAY
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    Good morning!!!!

    dye that beard green, & a photo before the annual shave ... will make people wonder :) Fisherman's Friend are a pretty good cough drop, and less sugar than most, i think try NAIR from the women's aisle :) (no don't, ... I'm kidding) Like scootr, I usually have a goat - hides the growth...
  141. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Bird - no photos ? ... then it didn't happen. Redo. Beard 2.0 :) probably looks great.
  142. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    m7040 - your neighbour is a jerk (hopefully not a TBN forum member, or GM thread participant)
  143. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning and to all those suffering from turkey coma, Good Afternoon Mostly and others - thanks for always keeping me up to date with the Coles notes, and for all the prayers ... much appreciated, it's a tough season for me. setting some (new) goals now - Personal, Professional...
  144. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    when I was growing up we had a cocka-poo (cockerspaniel-poodle) and later a malti-poo (Maltese-poodle), most of what I see these days are labra-doodles, or ugly mixed mutts
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    Good morning!!!!

    I had about 1.5 hrs of tractor time today, snowplowing. going to freeze tonight and more snow tomorrow, so this was maintenance plowing mostly rswyan - that cub cadet looks very similar to the one that I recently bought (no ROPS though) ... I'm looking forward to using it in the Spring. glad...
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    Favorite Subcompact Color? 😁

    i checked them all out, chose the Orange Kubota
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    Burn piles

    nice to be able to do the burns since the fire ban was lifted here about 3 weeks ago. cleans up a lot of stuff your pile size would win me a fine (unless with permit) we have 6 inches of snow on the ground now
  148. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    BEF great stuff. i have that vinyl album from Arlo Guthrie :) , and WKRP was terrific
  149. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Congratulations PJ, exciting change
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    How many of your friends do NOT have tractors?

    lots of friends, not a lot of tractors , they have nicer cars, boats, trailers, sleds, ... i have a Kubota :)
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    Poor man's ATV

    my first ATV was one of these ... i think the golf cart is very handy, and would get through most areas of this property, and perfect for the road. nice buy. i like things with wheels, motors, engines :)
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    Adding grab hooks on front bucket, 2 or 3 hooks?

    i have 2, each about 4 inches from the sides. i have another hook on the backhoe i think
  153. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning, catching up ... i think this came from the Groan 4 thread ... that is a skill I've been there - (no tablet though) I am still trying to find a flip phone with voice texting app we had that dusting yesterday, I may need to take the tractor out. but I have too much office work...
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    Cowboy boot care

    Wagtail - nice boots but beyond my budget, most footwear lasts me less than a year (due to my gait, dragging toe or whatever it is ?) i should get my brother to find me a pair, he's in NSW
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    Cowboy boot care

    sandmann2234 - i figured that you were showing off the boots, so the pantlegs were held higher :) good clarification my cowboy boots were the most comfortable boots / shoes that i have. No idea what brand they are. Due to the way that i have to put them on, they have fallen over. And due to...
  156. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Afternoon Alien - I've been there, take it easy BEF - praying that you feel better real soon Kilroy - AMEN to a Blessed day
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    Show Me Your Buddy Seat

    I cringe thinking about this. This may not be a popular answer. I don't like the 3 options. I understand the desire and the goal, i just think that there aren't really any good, safe options. You need to be able to have full control of a tractor. Tipping hazards, controls, braking ... are...
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    Cowboy boot care

    stuff a pool noodle in them perhaps this is a question for the Texans ? per capita they probably have the most cowboy boots ... I only have 2 pairs (one nice pair, one well used yard pair)
  159. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    m7040 - I am still catching up, so perhaps you have posted further, but I would love to see photos of that old bank barn. HA <3 - you have 30 years on us :) are you saying that doing that DOESN'T make them hard to read ? :) incinerate might be the only other option ? Buppies and Thomas --- I...
  160. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Afternoon way too much catching up again. Thanks for the continued prayers, thought it might be good to give an update (I have no secrets anyways), so this is what I am dealing with ... the homefront is not doing well. Wife has totally checked out of the marriage, and is not willing to...
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    Comparison What's the Best of these three tractors in aus ?

    Welcome to the TBN forum. I'm a very hard sell. I looked at sub-compacts from Massey, New Holland (Ford), Kioti, Kubota, John Deere, and McCormick My top 3 were Kioti, Kubota, Deere (Massey was close) I decided on Kubota, and have never looked back, it's been great. The dealer is 1.25...
  162. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    it's what they DON'T want you to know.
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    Anybody here ever make money gambling?

    i went to Vegas once ... put a grand total of $1.25 in the slot machines as we were just absorbing it all in. Won $1.75 at the end of the night. So, yeah ... I won - 50 cents :) it was the adventure of it as we were driving through. nor do i buy lottery tickets. I just think of all the...
  164. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    yes
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    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone Helogabals - stay safe, praying, I hope that you feel better also ronjhall - prayers for your family, tough times with hospice care BEF - take care, that's a rough round of not feeling great, prayers that you feel better soon me thinks 4 riptides - prayers for FIL...
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    Red-Neck Mailbox ???

    This is the type of mailbox that we have down the street about 1/2 mile away. Rural, but not creative.
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    Not that I need an other project...BUT!

    To me, that is a GREAT DEAL, I like unusual / rare stuff and this totally works. At the very least it is great Yard Art, flower bed etc would be very cool to get it running and have it in a parade i bought a similar old '69 Jacobsen for $350 because it was sentimental and very close to what my...
  168. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    that is an entire chapter right there :)
  169. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Fuddyduddy1952 - you should write a book. love reading your posts Congratulations, 50 years ❤️ is an accomplishment. WOW ❤️
  170. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone kenmbz - are those turkey vultures (aka buzzards)? wingspan is 5-6 feet ? big, ugly, bright red head ? that's the only type that we see in BC, we previously had about a dozen of them living in the trees on our property. that was years ago ... the chickens are happier now...
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    Common sayings that are wrong or butchered

    it doesn't matter what the comment was, or the context is, I often use the meaningless response ... That Explains A Lot - people have no idea what to think, they get confused, and I walk away and chuckle I make random comments like Never Doubt Me, or That's Part Of Your Charm People ask How...
  172. scaredychicken

    NEW MEMBER TODAY 11-15 -22 JOINED 10 MIN ago

    Welcome to TBN forum, you have a nice tractor there. Greetings from British Columbia maybe also check out the Good Morning thread, lots of good connections there Enjoy this forum
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    Anyone else seeing signs of an early winter?

    yeah, I do what I can. I have an ATV, for power sledding, occasionally go ice fishing, and the tractor is great for plowing snow :)
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    Anyone else seeing signs of an early winter?

    Jstpssng - we can't be friends :) (kidding) I dislike winter, too difficult for me, then again snow from Dec 23 - Jan 2 would be fine. (we get a solid 4.5 months of winter though, with several feet of snow) My favourite day of the year is March 15, because any snow after that is just to annoy...
  175. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Joel - great photo and shot ... kinda reminds me of this catch
  176. scaredychicken

    Anyone else seeing signs of an early winter?

    I would ALWAYS, MUCH RATHER see signs of an Early Spring
  177. scaredychicken

    Roy Jackson has died.

    I sure miss Roy I was hoping that there was an obituary notice posted somewhere. I have not found one in a google search Supporting his family and friends in prayer.
  178. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    BEF - praying that you feel better soon. None of us want to be missing you, so please come back - your posts are a great encouragement in this group. :) Take Care
  179. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    paint cans etc
  180. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Morning Everyone - yikes a lot of catching up to do (10 pgs) have a great day, stay safe, prayers continue
  181. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    survived the Botox trmt, i counted 14 injections. still feeling it the next day, but all as expected. still no vehicle to drive, so i'm doing work around the garage and in my office I have an initial appointment with a lawyer next week Tuesday, re the options of our marriage - very difficult...
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    This is from Australia...always let somebody know where you are going and when you expect to be back

    I'm of the view that ... it could happen to me i have a physical disability, and my balance / falling is always an issue. I tend to be cautious with almost anything re physical work, especially if i am on my own. i have a cell phone in my pocket. I walk around the property with a shovel, so...
  183. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    i will have an excess stock of Ikea snowmen by April also ... some assembly required
  184. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Popgadget - i'm so sorry for the loss of your friend, my condolences, prayers
  185. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    daugen - hahaha, love it. yes that's probably accurate.
  186. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    sodamo - good job. glad that he was wearing seat belt, as that probably saved considerable injuries. You, my friend, are an Everyday Hero :)
  187. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    mostly - thanks, still here Tomorrow (Monday) I have to get to Kelowna, 2 hr drive for a BOTOX appt. Specialist Dr. jams about 14-15 needles into my lower back (6x) and in my right leg (8x) with needles that are 3-4 inches long, going straight into the muscles. For a few months, it helps with...
  188. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    Good Afternoon Everyone
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    My father has fallen and can't get up

    fatjay - impressive planning and work, no time wasted either. I wonder if a (Safe Step) walk in tub would be an option to the shower ? A walk in shower with a seat is a good choice also, you've thought this through. all the best with your dad's recuperation
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    Roy Jackson has died.

    Very sorry to hear of Roy's passiing, my condolences to his family, friends and the TBN community, including GM thread. I think that Roy was one of the first to greet me when I joined TBN ten years ago. I will miss his friendship, wit and wisdom. Wow, shocker. <3 Blessings.
  191. scaredychicken

    Small but annoying problem..

    rubber tubing from an inner tube might work, it would have some give so that it doesn't vibrate out
  192. scaredychicken

    Best way to cut large tire in half?

    Tire shop might do it for cheap ($50), but given tire season ... you might need to wait a bit before they get to it. i think OP wants two large halves, so perhaps only ends buried ???
  193. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    mpham - terrific gifts, very nice i'm so far behind - praying everyone is well and safe thank you Vets <3
  194. scaredychicken

    What gave 60's Greyhounds their distinctive smell

    Dogs or Buses ? :) yeah, different exhaust on those buses
  195. scaredychicken

    Good morning!!!!

    I LOVE my Klipsch Speakers - great sound. I selected them when I put together my home stereo package in 1988. Techniques Tuner / Receiver, and 5 disc CD player, along with a laser drive turn table (no longer). I spent 60 % of the money just on that pair of speakers, and totally worth it...
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    Good morning!!!!

    pennwalk - i understood probably 35% of that. I've not been vaccinated, nor have i been sick from covid. Praying that it stays that way. :)
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    Is this trailer a “steal”?

    I think you could get your investment back in the future if you sold it. Decent deal for the buyer. It's not an estate sale is it ? I'm not a fan of the triple axle- but that may be why it is a harder sell than expected, reflected in the price. I only need a basic car hauler, but similar...
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