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Post by BlueRidgeTrapper on Aug 27, 2008 17:10:15 GMT -5
This post is for those youngn's or those new to trapping. This is the way I modify my chain, I always change out my twin loop chain and add MB crunch proofs to my setups. Some may do it different but this is just my method. The reason for extra swivels is to ensure that there is no damage to an animal's foot which would be the result of your chain kinking up. I also change out the J hook where the chain attaches to the trap. I replace those with #6 J hooks whenever it will fit. With some traps a #6 will not fit, in that case I will use a nail J hook. The chain in the picture is #2 machine chain from Minnesota Trapline Products. Tools needed for chain modification: S Hook tool, Bolt Cutters, #2 Machine Chain, MB Crunch Proof Swivels
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Post by huckleberry on Aug 27, 2008 18:57:09 GMT -5
Looks good Ridge.....one question though....why don't ya center swivel them while your at it?
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Post by BlueRidgeTrapper on Aug 27, 2008 22:44:32 GMT -5
I thought about it but I'm going to try to get alot of my stuff baseplated next year so I just figured I would keep them like this for another year.
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Post by blakcoyote on Aug 31, 2008 1:06:42 GMT -5
Looks good.Swivels are the most important modification IMO,without them anything else you do is moot.
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Post by wheelers on Nov 25, 2008 7:24:58 GMT -5
How do you like the J-hook tool on the left?
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Post by BlueRidgeTrapper on Dec 20, 2008 12:51:32 GMT -5
How do you like the J-hook tool on the left? Best on the market...BY FAR...That's the original but he's reworked the handle to make it more comfortable.
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Post by wheelers on Jan 16, 2009 14:38:21 GMT -5
Sure seems to be easier than a big pair of pliers.
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Post by BlueRidgeTrapper on Jan 16, 2009 16:40:15 GMT -5
Sure seems to be easier than a big pair of pliers. It is Wheelers...its a great piece to have in the basket!!!
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Post by trapper82 on Jan 16, 2009 17:55:38 GMT -5
That J hook tool RULES!!!!!!!!!!!!! I lost mine and ordered another ASAP and had it in 2 days.. Before next year I am going to get at least 2 more so I don't have that problem again!! I know, don't lose 'em right? Yeah, that'll happen with me!!! ;D ;D
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