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Old 07-31-2007, 11:38 PM
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Default My backsaver handtruck

I made up this handtruck a few weeks ago and it really helps moving large carvings and logs.
I took some pictures of it today it is not the prettiest one around but it works well. one improvement to do when I have time, the lower wheels will be moved to the outside of the frame for better stability.

Also a pic of what I started on the log
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Old 08-01-2007, 08:57 AM
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Default Re: My backsaver handtruck

Heck, it looks like you guys have to be engineers as well as artists to roust those logs around!

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Old 08-01-2007, 02:01 PM
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Default Re: My backsaver handtruck

That's a pretty nice idea, Brian. Those big logs can be really nasty to bully around.

I recently use a Carpenter's Wall Jack, the type that crawls up a 2x4, to stand up a large log. It worked quite well but required a second man to keep it balanced while jacking it up.

This looks like the one I borrowed
http://www.amazon.com/Qual-Craft-260.../dp/B0000224MY


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Old 08-01-2007, 02:48 PM
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Default Re: My backsaver handtruck

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That's a pretty nice idea, Brian. Those big logs can be really nasty to bully around.

I recently use a Carpenter's Wall Jack, the type that crawls up a 2x4, to stand up a large log. It worked quite well but required a second man to keep it balanced while jacking it up.

This looks like the one I borrowed
http://www.amazon.com/Qual-Craft-260.../dp/B0000224MY


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Thats a great idea, I have a set of pump jacks in my shop
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Old 08-01-2007, 08:37 PM
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I really have a deep appreciation for that homemade ingenuity! And your birds are looking just great. Thank's for posting!
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