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    Problem with pvc feeder

    Not a dumb question.... if you have your supply pipe in the middle of your door, and at the bottom, have the "T" with extensions coming out to each side... (Picture and upside down T on the door) this would allow feed to come out a little on both sides of the supply pipe instead of just one...
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    Problem with pvc feeder

    Yea, feed just doesn't flow very well. Scientifically, probably because there is too much friction or something like that with all of the tiny particles. For example, if it was full of marbles, they'd have no issue rolling to the bottom. Now, if you were to change the design a little, and use...
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    Java and silver laced / blue orps

    So, I'm new to chickens... very new... I've been nosing around this forum for a while now, as well as several other online forums. I'm hoping to start my small backyard flock in the spring. I'll be going with 4 or 5 birds. I have narrowed my choices down to the following breeds: Orpingtons...
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    Problem with pvc feeder

    Elyrian1 is correct, somewhat.... This type of feeder relies on gravity and the weight of the food to pull the food into the bottom. The 90 degree bend in your pvc pip is actually working as a "bottle neck" and not letting the mass of the feed "spread out".
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    Well, hello there...

    Hi all. I've been visiting the forums here for the past couple of months as my Google searches kept bringing me back here. :) I currently do not have any chickens, nor am I permitted to have any where I live (small town borough with an old ordinance). I am very optimistic that I will be able...
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