Living the Country Life Radio Program: Week of November 30, 2009
John Deere Maintenance Monday: Wheel slippage
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Pete in Arkansas. He's unsure of how much wheel slippage he should expect from his two-wheel drive tractor.
Radio interview source: Dick Parish, Ag Engineering Consultant
John Deere Maintenance Monday: Spotting tractor overload
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Tim in New Mexico. He has a lot of rock to move off and hes not sure what the load limits are for his tractor and wonders how he'll know if he's overdoing it.
Radio interview source: Bobby Grisso, Extention Engineer, Virginia Tech University
Automatic screw gun
A lot of do-it-yourselfers have a hand-held screw driver and a box of assorted screws. But you can put some oomph into your project and save time with an automatic screw gun.
Radio interview source: Chris Klein, Category Manager, Senco
Country View: Kathy Donovan -- Raising Karakul sheep
Several years ago, Joe and Kathy Donovan and their two sons moved from a suburban area near Washington, DC to 10-acres atop a mountain in Bluemont, Virginia. The acreage had everything they wanted -- the big old house, outbuildings, fences, and a magnificent view.
Radio interview source: Joe and Kathy Donovan, Checkmate Farm
Power for holiday lighting
Like many folks, we'll be putting our holiday lights up soon. Lights are beautiful and festive, but can also be hazardous if they're damaged or not used properly.
Radio interview source: John Drengenberg, Consumer Safety Director, Underwriter's Laboratories
Woody biomass energy
Our ancestors knew about the energy benefits of wood, and now we're taking it a step further. With biomass technology, your car may run on fuel made from trees.
Radio interview source: Daniel Inman, Research Scientist, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Best country dog breeds: Akbash
If you're looking for a guard dog to hang out with the sheep all day, consider the Akbash breed. Akbash dogs are quiet and brave, but also require training.
Radio interview source: Orysia Dawydiak, Dog Owner
Restoring small tractor engines
The colder months are a great time to tinker with indoor hobbies. If you like fiddling with the machines of yesteryear, try restoring a small antique engine.
Radio interview source: George Archer, Engine Restoration Hobbyist
Care of wild game meat
The bounty of meat harvested during hunting season is a welcome addition to the dinner table. But properly caring for the carcass out in the field is critical for safety and flavor.
Radio interview source: Dr. Walter Cottrell, MS, DVM, Wildlife Veterinarian, Animal Diagnostic Laboratory, Pennsylvania Game Commission
Building a dirt bike track
As far as dirt bike tracks go, motocross is the most popular style for acreages. Plan your design by first observing the lay of the land.
Radio interview source: John Steiner, owner/operator, MX Track Builders
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