Creating an Entrance

[EddieWalker]

I started drilling the holes for the next run of fence when I hit a hard spot. It was so hard, I couldn't get past six inches deep. This was a new experience for me since I've had the post hole digger.

I checked the edge and realized it was all wore out.

 

[EddieWalker]

My first thought was to re-grind the edge on it, but after looking at it, and the amount of wear, I changed my mind.

I just bought some new blades for my shredder, and have the old ones lying around. I thought the steel used in them must be pretty strong. At least stronger then what was on there and definiatley stonger then any other scrap I have.

 

[EddieWalker]

The tip was worn round and not very long. I thought a hardened bolt would work better. Then I thought, if one would work better, then three will be even better!!!!!

 

[EddieWalker]

I was debating about adding some more bolts onto the cutting edge as teeth. I figured it was something I can still do if I need to, but not today.

 

[EddieWalker]

Now that I can drill holes again, it was pretty good going putting in some more fence.

Over the summer, I put power to this general location, but didn't know exactly where I wanted the lights at the time. I burried the line in conduit with some flags so I could find it.

The trench is from finding the line and running it to the lights.

 

[EddieWalker]

This is the second street light. When the cement dries, I'll put both lights on, install the weathervanes and touch up the paint.

 

[EddieWalker]

I installed the lights and weathervanes today.

 

[EddieWalker]

Here's a closer view of the finished light.

 

[EddieWalker]

It even works!!!!!!!!!!

 

[jinman]

It looks very nice, Eddie, and also very unique. Have you seen the flag holders with the star? I'm attaching a picture of one on my deck. I think you'll see the similarity to your lamp pole and weathervane design.