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23-02-09, 02:38
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Barn Notes Part II
Bob queried my posting of photos on this thread. He had a question from a fellow CMPer from afar about the types of photos being posted on threads. Since the Posting Photos thread is locked, I'll respond here with my two cents worth.
We have two options as far as I know: Attaching thumbnails; or Attaching a photo via URL. Both have advantages and disadvantages. The Thumbnail is easy to effect - just follow the directions under "Manage Attachments". Once posted it requires that extra step (clicking) to expand it but it usually only gets a little larger. No problem. You can save the photo by right clicking and selecting the save options. You can then open the photo in a photo manipulation program and have your way with it. My preferred option is to post a URL to a photo by copying it and pasting it into the text field of a reply. There are disadvantages - first, you need to join an online photo archiving website (I use Photobucket), set up an account and upload the photos to the website. You must also allow public viewing, so save the "candid snaps" for your private viewing... Once uploaded, you superimpose the cursor over the photo and all sorts of detail pops up. Select the URL, copy and paste it as mentioned. Here's the rub - if the website closes up shop or changes some of its "character", your link may/will be lost. I am not sure how much bandwidth URLs take up, but the larger photos sure look nice... We will see if Bob goes the thumbnail or URL route when he posts photos of today's barn antics...
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25-02-09, 02:01
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Hammond - Nation onto Itself!
Guy Vapeur of the Hammond Quartet spent the night imitating Betsy Ross (do a Goggle search if you don't recognize this American icon). Now all Bob needs to do is construct a flag pole to mount on the barn!
 Well done, Guy.
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27-02-09, 02:39
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Last Weekend's Fun and Games
The spare tire mounting hardware was the focus of my efforts last weekend at the barn. Bob and Grant were of great assistance by providing advice, welding and some heavy lifting.
We used the old "trial and error" method of construction and fitting with more emphasis on the error part of the equation. The tire hold down bar was an easy build. I decided to go with a "T" bar configuration instead of just a wheel nut as in the original configuration. I don't expect that there will be too many folks tinkering with the hardware, but to make sure they don't end up wearing a very heavy wheel, a lock will be fitted in the future. Hold Down Bar post welding:  Central Shaft mounted - the outside nut was removed to allow play:  Two man lift - those old wheels are HEAVY!  Almost finished product - the shaft was subsequently shortened: 
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27-02-09, 05:44
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Home away from Home
Rob,
I noticed the flotsam 'n jetsom in the HUP.....U livin in it? cheers Mike
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27-02-09, 11:14
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Hi,
i want to say i am proud of you   you don't make hold bob lift that heavy tire because as he age you have to be careful 
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27-02-09, 18:05
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Home Sweet HUP!
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The "crap" in the back consists of HUP parts, rags, tools, nuts and bolts and "essence of cat". We at the barn employ "natural" security to repel interlopers. In the hot season, our trusty nests of hornets keep thieves at bay. In winter, we employ biological agents to repel folks (it all comes free as part of the deal we struck with Bob). I will of course have the back cleaned out for the Spring Roll Out. I'll give you the royal tour on your next visit.
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27-02-09, 18:32
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Keeping the Doyen Happy
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We try to keep Bob out of the way of heavy objects, but he still holds his own when it comes to the heavy lifting around the barn. In this instance, he was the photographer - not on par with the excellent award-winning abilities of Joyce, his spouse, but he is getting there. Joyce prefers to photograph birds of prey, while Bob likes to record the life cycle of iron oxide... Every once in a while we have to use brute strength to lift objects - particularly when the tractor isn't available. In essence, we at the Hammond Barn are efficiency experts (yep, I mean lazy).
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02-03-09, 22:53
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Yep ...getting old sucks.....
But I am very fortunate to have Rob and Grant to help out with the heavy handling....... I know my limitations....
.......they refer to the back breaking activities as "paying the rent"..... ..... they are overpaid by now!!!!! BooB
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