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Discussion in 'The Green Patch' started by kckndrgn, Dec 29, 2010.


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  1. kckndrgn

    kckndrgn Monkey+++ Moderator Emeritus Founding Member

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  3. BTPost

    BTPost Old Fart Snow Monkey Moderator

    Just a NOTE here: If one of yours, is PhotoElectric, (has SADD) either of these could double as a LightBox, if you install Full Spectrum Lights... No need to buy those amazingly expensive SADD Fixtures, the Medico's sell.... Momma has SADD, and I built her two sets, one for her reading, and needlepoint, chair, and one over her computer desk. Really makes a difference in the Alaskan winters....
     
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  1. Motomom34
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    Rechargable Lightbulbs

    I watch Weather Nation and they have been having a commercial on rechargeable light-bulbs. Rechargeable light bulbs are expensive but interesting....
    Thread by: Motomom34, Apr 5, 2017, 14 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
  2. TnAndy
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    Homestead fixes, or why I never call the repairman

    I'm for getting use out of something until it just flat isn't fixable anymore. My wife laughs the Maytag repairman would starve to death if...
    Thread by: TnAndy, Mar 15, 2017, 12 replies, in forum: Back to Basics
  3. chelloveck
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    Piping Hot

    Boot dryer.....the same concept might be adaptable to other uses. [ATTACH] How to Make an Boot Dryer Out of PVC Pipe [IMG] and [IMG]...
    Thread by: chelloveck, Mar 8, 2017, 11 replies, in forum: Back to Basics
  4. hot diggity
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    Too much light

    I never thought that too much light would be a concern. I do just fine wandering around outdoors with eleven candle power from a Streamlight...
    Thread by: hot diggity, Mar 1, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Off Grid Living
  5. Seacowboys
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    New Crab Traps, Minnow traps, Lobster Traps, Fish Traps, Fish Baskets

    Geogrid is a very strong, light-weight plastic that is placed beneath rock on road-beds, highways and such, to minimize the amount foundation rock...
    Thread by: Seacowboys, Dec 25, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Back to Basics
  6. oil pan 4
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    Adapting vehicle to my hatred of winter

    Most of this was leared the hard way one way or another and added on to my diesel. To fight off cold battery effects I use a gear reduction...
    Thread by: oil pan 4, Dec 14, 2016, 15 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
  7. Motomom34
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    Dehydrating Milk

    Milk is an issue. The milk that I bought in a #10 can does not have much of a shelf life, neither does Nido. I ran across Perky Prepping Gramma...
    Thread by: Motomom34, Oct 23, 2016, 21 replies, in forum: Back to Basics
  8. Motomom34
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    Gatling Gun using bottles of Coke

    Interesting article and interesting guy. He has a great library of videos. German Weapon Enthusiast makes his own Gatling Gun using bottles of...
    Thread by: Motomom34, Sep 26, 2016, 8 replies, in forum: Firearms
  9. stg58
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    Gear Review Motion detecting security solar lights

    Three years back I picked up 3 of the 36 LED solar security lights for $13.00 each a bit doubtful on the quality but in there fourth summer they...
    Thread by: stg58, Sep 4, 2016, 11 replies, in forum: Functional Gear & Equipment
  10. UncleMorgan
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    EZ Power from Salt Water: The Voltiac Pile

    A battery that does not need to be pre-charged, and is very easy to make. It only puts out a moderate amount of juice, but it can run LEDs for...
    Thread by: UncleMorgan, Aug 27, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: Off Grid Living
  11. greathomesteader
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    Pond or small river bridge topic

    Hello, This is my stream bridge. 22 ft x 5 ft wide. Detailed ---- > Building instructions Arched stringers: [IMG] Post your bridge too !
    Thread by: greathomesteader, Aug 21, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
  12. Motomom34
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    Tactical Sharpie?

    I have seen a tactical pen on here, kind of pricey but people say you cannot put a price on your safety. Just saw this article on how to make a...
    Thread by: Motomom34, Aug 9, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
  13. Ura-Ki
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    Do you know what this is? Oil Lamp

    Ok, The title should make you wonder, is Ura-Ki finally off the deep end eating stoopid soup? NO, This is one of those old tools you all should...
    Thread by: Ura-Ki, Aug 5, 2016, 68 replies, in forum: Functional Gear & Equipment
  14. Salted Weapon
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    My Under $50 tripod DIY.

    So I wanted a firearm tripod, I am also 6'4" and they are all made it seems for people under 6foot unless I want to dump 200.00 I can get one. I...
    Thread by: Salted Weapon, Jul 31, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: Firearms
  15. Motomom34
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    Questioning Tin Can Rocket Stove Plans

    I saw a tin can rocket stove design and have some questions, not about the design but some of the supplies that are used. My main concern is the...
    Thread by: Motomom34, Jul 27, 2016, 13 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
  16. UncleMorgan
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    EZ Earth Battery: Low-Tech Juice When You Need It

    Here's a very effective earth battery that's easy (and cheap) to build. This won't run your AC in a Zombie Apocalypse but it can be used to run...
    Thread by: UncleMorgan, Jul 21, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: Off Grid Living
  17. budgetprepp-n
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    corn row bulbs

    Is anyone using the 12 volt corn row type bulb with there solar power? I ordered a couple just to see what they are like. Boy are they bright. I...
    Thread by: budgetprepp-n, Jul 12, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Off Grid Living
  18. chelloveck
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    Gentleman's Urbane Survival Kit

    All the well prepared Urbane gentleman requires to get home in an emergency....or as far as the first swig or three of JD.[ATTACH] Via: 21 DIY...
    Thread by: chelloveck, Jul 8, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Humor - Jokes - Games and Diversions
  19. budgetprepp-n
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    directional candle holder

    What the heck it works URL=http://s1071.photobucket.com/user/leehamrick/media/tttttt%20001_zpsem3cpdte.jpg.html][IMG][/URL]
    Thread by: budgetprepp-n, May 13, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
  20. budgetprepp-n
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    Salt and prepper shaker

    The prescription bottle will need the center of the inner gasket cut out [IMG]
    Thread by: budgetprepp-n, May 11, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: General Survival and Preparedness
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