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Dear Ford

April 22, 2011

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to let you know how happy I have been with my current and past Ford products, and how I am dismayed at the lack of current vehicles that could replace them.  I … Continue reading →

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Firewood

April 19, 2011

Working on the firewood lately.  All 4 cords I had cut and split from 2 years ago needs to be re-cut down to 13″ length and probably half of it needs to be split smaller to accommodate our new Amesti … Continue reading →

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Payload and tow capacities

April 15, 2011

My 2000 Ford Ranger has a 2,200 lb towing capacity (only so low because it is the 4wd supercab 5spd with the small V6).  It also has a 1,280 lb payload.  The GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) is 6,000 lbs.  … Continue reading →

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Roofing material

April 14, 2011

I’ve always been fond of metal roofing and was interested in what people call “tin roofs” here in New England.  I always thought when people said “tin” they meant “metal” as in, standard steel roofing.  It turns out that there … Continue reading →

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Corny but useful wood burning videos

April 6, 2011

These two videos are full of very useful information about burning wood cleanly.  Well worth the watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PPmsMdEqEA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn7IQLY2Q_g

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