http://www.liftable.com/cbatorski/battery-gum-wrapper-happens-two-connected-will-surprise/
Thanks to Bryan for the hint about the spark plugs on these generators being subject to premature failure. A suitable substitute is the Autolite 64 and with the new plug and some fresh fuel my generator started right up and after a brief, smoky warmup it ran the pictured hair drier for about 1/2 hour until the fuel ran out. Also, I used a permanent marker to mark the spark plug type and recommended gap (.028-.031) on the fuel tank. Other plugs besides the Autolite 64 are Champion N11YC, NGK BPR5ES and Bosch WR9DC. In case these generators interest you please be aware of the fact that they are only rated 700 watts/900 peak watts and they are 2 CYCLE ENGINES REQUIRING GAS AND OIL MIX TO RUN. It’s far from a Honda which would be better quality at 4 times the price but I thought I’d give this one a try. So far I’ve only fed it ethanol free gasoline with a 50:1 oil mix with PRI-G or Stabil added. You can find ethanol free gas in your area at http://pure-gas.org It’s not cheap or easy to find but for all my small engines I stick to it to minimize fuel related issues and maintenance. Also, my weekends only 1992 Isuzu pickup gets ethanol free for the time being for the same reason. The generator is Harbor Freight part number 60338 and lists right now for $130. I believe they are periodically on sale for much less. Again, It’s not a Honda but I thought I’d give one a try. Thanks again Bryan.
My picture didn’t turn out as well as hoped. The items pictured that are not obviously identifiable are Start Your Engine fuel additive in the yellow can. One small packet each of Anti Seize Lubricant for plug threads and small packet of conductive grease for the spark plug boot. The coin like item is a spark plug gap guage.
I’ll catch you all on the net Tuesday at 9pm
Below are a few resources that I use when canning.
Patrice Lewis has some great tips especially for beginners. She utilizes the Tattler Re-useable lids a lot.
http://www.rural-revolution.com/search/label/canning
These recipes especially from Dede (wvhomecanner) are always popular around our house.
http://chickensintheroad.com/farm-bell-recipes/category/preserving/
Of course you always have the definitive resources.
http://www.freshpreserving.com/recipes
Hope they help you out!
This subject has generated a lot of interest and one of our regulars has sent an interesting link. Have a look:
http://landnavigation.weebly.com/land-navigation-parts-1-2-3-and-4.html
I bought some Coaxwrap at the last Raleigh Hamfest for a tower refurb project. I like to have extra stuff like that on hand in case of need so I got 3 rolls. This week in Walmart I saw and bought the pictured Duck brand wrap tape in the isle with duct tape, glue etc. After opening and examining both the Coaxseal and the Wrap-fix, it appears to me they are the same product with different packaging. The length, width, cardboard roller and tape itself look identical. The Coaxwrap was marked $8 at the hamfest and the Duck Brand Wrap-Fix was $5 at Walmart. I like this stuff better than the ‘tarry’ Coaxseal for sealing outdoor coax, it does the job and comes off clean if needed. Finding it at a better price and nearly universally available is good if you suddenly have a need for weather proofing a repair.
