Buster
I am with you 8 x 8 is the way to go for size.
Jeff
I agree with you and your key phrase "perfect for him (Joel)"
You hit the nail on the head with the saw mill and the ability to cut is own replacement lumber. Also when he uses a 1 x 2 it is a true 1x2, not what we get at the big box.
Each year I learn a few new things and build on the knowledge we all share.
Things that work for me:
8x8 tractors- bottom plate is a pressure treated 5/4 x6 deck board- the rest 1x4.
2 tractors have full roofs- early spring is to wet for an open roof.
When possible build a feed bin in the tractor.
Spouting scrapes make good feeding and watering troughs.
The 22-250 is better at dealing with predators then any wire will be.
An extra piece of tin or two to cover the the open side(s) is worth it's weight in gold when you put 3 week olds out in a driving rain.
The 4x8 foot outside brooder is the best thing I have built the the chicks and my marriage.
I am with you 8 x 8 is the way to go for size.
Jeff
I agree with you and your key phrase "perfect for him (Joel)"
You hit the nail on the head with the saw mill and the ability to cut is own replacement lumber. Also when he uses a 1 x 2 it is a true 1x2, not what we get at the big box.
Each year I learn a few new things and build on the knowledge we all share.
Things that work for me:
8x8 tractors- bottom plate is a pressure treated 5/4 x6 deck board- the rest 1x4.
2 tractors have full roofs- early spring is to wet for an open roof.
When possible build a feed bin in the tractor.
Spouting scrapes make good feeding and watering troughs.
The 22-250 is better at dealing with predators then any wire will be.
An extra piece of tin or two to cover the the open side(s) is worth it's weight in gold when you put 3 week olds out in a driving rain.
The 4x8 foot outside brooder is the best thing I have built the the chicks and my marriage.
