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    Automatic door opener

    I just picked up a “Pulley-Shut” auto door last Friday. After considering many and being a DIY guy wanting to build one. I decided on a ready made door. Cost of building a reliable door was close to cost of door and still would have to modify and troubleshoot a homemade option. The Pullet-Shut...
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    New again to chooks after 40 years!

    Just built a coop and got my first girls. Bought from a Lady near me 8 hens she identifies as "Sex Links". After much lurking and armchair research on BYC I believe them to be Production Reds. She said they were about 8 months old. Does this sound right so far. When should they start laying...
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    Rollaway nest boxes

    I just built my first coop and included a very similar designed box that I got plans off of this forum. Seems like a good idea. I have 8 red sexlinks moving in today. They are about 8 months old so should see if it works soon. Good luck with yours and keep us posted.
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