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[TexasBlues]

Their getting big. Always enjoy the videos.

Thanks!

 

[TexasBlues]

Any progress on the tractor coop?

I got the framing all cut and partially assembled. The angles were a little tricky at the peaks.

 

[wrathsfarm]

I got the framing all cut and partially assembled. The angles were a little tricky at the peaks.
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Looks good... Nice that you have a chop box that's double bevel. Makes things so much simpler.
Are you just winging it, copying another, or a kit?

 

[The Welch Chickens]

Great videos @TexasBlues! Your chickens are adorable!

 

[Tstraub]

I thought I was following this thread but I guess I never posted in it so it got lost. I’m interested to see how those tractors work out for you. I have plans to hatch out chicks in the spring so I’ll need a way to house them. I look forward to seeing your progress both on the tractor and the chicks.

 

[wrathsfarm]

I thought I was following this thread but I guess I never posted in it so it got lost. I’m interested to see how those tractors work out for you. I have plans to hatch out chicks in the spring so I’ll need a way to house them. I look forward to seeing your progress both on the tractor and the chicks.

Was thinking the same thing...
Just for day runs, tho.

 

[Tstraub]

Was thinking the same thing...
Just for day runs, tho.

I’m thinking about a couple tractors with a shared electric fence to keep the predators away. My biggest threat is probably hawks and eagles. I’m sure there are raccoons, skunks, fox, coyotes etc in the area but I’m right on the highway sans do far I have never seen any signs of them on the property.

 

[wrathsfarm]

I’m thinking about a couple tractors with a shared electric fence to keep the predators away. My biggest threat is probably hawks and eagles. I’m sure there are raccoons, skunks, fox, coyotes etc in the area but I’m right on the highway sans do far I have never seen any signs of them on the property.

That's a good idea. If you have a live trap... Set it for a few nights with sardines or tuna. You'll find out in a hurry what you got prowling around.

 

[TexasBlues]

Looks good... Nice that you have a chop box that's double bevel. Makes things so much simpler.
Are you just winging it, copying another, or a kit?

https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/updated-frame-chicken-coop-plans

I'm copying this basic design as far as the A- frame shape, but winging it on the size and materials. I have several large aluminum panels to cover it with.

 

[TexasBlues]

I’ve got the basic frame assembled. I need to get some hardware and then I’ll start putting the panels and wire on. It’s bigger than I intended, but I think the chickens will like it.