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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 7, 2013 14:36:29 GMT -8
I forgot to add that Lodge also makes a nifty lid lifter tool. that comes in real handy. Because we never use soap on out cast iron we also have the custom padded bag for the Dutch oven which makes it handy to carry and store them without the black getting of other things in the underseat storage area.
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 7, 2013 14:33:36 GMT -8
Pathfinder3081 You are so right about the lid and the legs. Without the legs the pot will need to be propped up off the ground on little rocks. This helps the coals to burn and distribute the heat around the bottom. No way to bake with out the lid with a lip which holds the coals on the top to bake. I have also found that using the lid upside down and propped on stones with the coals underneath makes an excellent griddle or fry pan. Lodge makes a trivet for this which also gives you a place to put the lid when you look inside or stir the pot. Our local Farm and Fleet sells Lodge which I must say is of excellent quality. My mother had a cast iron bean pot that we used to hand over the fire or on a grate. It was not as heavy of casting as the lodge Dutch oven.
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 7, 2013 14:24:55 GMT -8
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 7, 2013 14:20:26 GMT -8
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 6, 2013 12:27:46 GMT -8
Hey camping friends, Looking to travel to southern Indiana in two weeks to see the trees and travel through the covered bridges. Anyone make this drive? Camping Suggestions? Local brews? Anyone, Anyone?
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 6, 2013 12:24:10 GMT -8
Cast Iron is great to cook with and once you get started with the three legged dutch ovens you will be cooking meals for everyone in the campground. I will share a cleaning method with all... I have acquired most of my cast iron and a large amount for my scout troop, through garage sales. The cruddier the cheaper I get it. One pan had been used for pizza and had a good 3/8 crust on the lip and outside. I slipped it into the oven and dialed it to self-clean. Little bit of smoke, but 3 1/2 hours later, a pan that looked as if brand new. gray cast color and clean as can be. I re-seasoned it and we have been using it for 3 years. Best yet was I paid a quarter for it because it looked so bad!
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 6, 2013 12:15:13 GMT -8
hoosierpoet, That helps a tremendous amount! Could I trouble you for a couple of close-ups top and side? Txoil, I saw that model at a recent show but it was WAY to big for me to pull around. lol Thanks guys!
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Oct 5, 2013 14:03:11 GMT -8
A rock guard is something that, "just makes sense." I would like to put one on my 64 1500 but cannot find a used one at all. VEry few old camper places in the Chicago area that have this type of item. So looking to build one I have started to research making and found some nice ideas. They just lack the specifics on the hinge area and mounting with what brackets. Vintage trailer has side arms but what about that hinge? Do I take off the drip visor above the window. Can anyone help me with some good photos or plans or ideas? Am I frustrated? Yes? Yes? of course. And why is my camper called a 1500 and not some neat name like, Super Astro Magna Flight Compact Grandeouse Camper? Shasta just ran dry on the 1400 and 1500 name. Ugh! Oh well, anyone?
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 23, 2013 0:42:17 GMT -8
universal.. You mean this just goes on the wall? It is about 30" long and would go up the closet wall, but it just went out in plane view? That seems strange to do it that way. Do you have pictures of how it should look or be protected from getting knocked around? Am I missing some pieces?
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 22, 2013 19:54:32 GMT -8
This is my furnace in a 64 Shasta 1500. I received the unit from the PO and it needed some repairs with spot welds having broken and some rust. Really, you say! I couldn't believe it either So here it is back in place. Fires up and works great, but... Where should this sensor be located? It was just wrapped around the heat exchanger with the probe sitting on top. PO said they didn't believe they had ever used the furnace so they didn't know. Hmmm? Can anyone help me out? Have some pictures? This unit really throws out some heat, it just does not seem to regulate itself.
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 17, 2013 19:21:01 GMT -8
shastaholics, Your trip sounds fantastic. I have pinned these places on my trip as well. Thank you for your idea of the national park pass. Very good suggestion.
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 8, 2013 9:19:53 GMT -8
Oh, so right! That is why it is always good to be able to ask someone who is there, What would be the things you would want to see and do. That way one can skip the killer tourist stuff and spend the time on the "real" things to see and do.
I appreciate the input from everyone. Coming to Chicago area? Maybe I can put in some input ideas?
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 7, 2013 19:13:34 GMT -8
Well, taking in to consideration a day or two at each interesting and recommended site, I might need to make this a 3 or 4 month trip ! I love it even more!
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 7, 2013 9:45:26 GMT -8
I love the options! Especially having a personal recommendation. It sounds like a little trip farther north could very well be in the plan. Thank you, you two.
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Post by ttoldcarbuff on Sept 6, 2013 9:45:07 GMT -8
gonekayaking I have been to the Roaring Railroad and actually enjoyed it greatly. Banana Slugs all around! I guess I would go back again. I am not a surfer but would like to see the beaches and the ocean, but the redwoods, beautiful! Mark
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