Guns & Gun Related Stuff

[Boji]

Yes, that was a serious question but I didn’t remember that you said it was a 2017 model. The onboard generator became an option on the 2021 models.
Ford got a lot of free publicity from people using them during the big power outages in Texas last winter.

[zp4ja]

My apologies.
The 2017 Raptor does have two 400 watt AC outlets that will power some household stuff. Frig, TV, etc. Think the newer F'150 have a 2000 watt capacity but not sure about Raptor options. Could be wrong.
Regardless, not sure whole houses were powered as they advertised. Depends on the load.
Better than nothing. Handy to have.. Wish I did. That is certain.
Jerry

[1967redrider]

Hey TF,

Thanks!

Crazy times we are living in. Rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

Hope life is well. Jerry

Really hot setup, Jerry! My last firearm purchase was for the same reason.

[zp4ja]

Thanks John. Appreciate the comment. I like the quick access and great storage. The Raptor is a "screw" aka Super Crew Cab as they call them so legroom is still ample with all the pouches.
At 450 hp 3.5 liter twin turbo with 10 speed transmission, she is scary quick and fast. Merge from on ramp at 100 mph, no problem. Getting air is fun as well. 19 mph on highway at 80 mph and drives like a Caddy.

Enough of truck talk. As far as guns stuff goes, I want to add a electronic gun lock from Santa Cruz Gun Locks in the DU-HA lock box under rear seat. Have six factory "up fitter" toggle switches in overhead console in lieu of a aftermarket install. Flip a switch or combo of switches, gun lock opens with ten seconds timer before re-locking. Manual key override in case of power loss. I support Sheriff LEO vehicles equipment (and 911 Dispathers) as part of my job so it is an easy install. Just takes money.

Already dropped a sizable amount for what I have in there. Will see.

Anyone have a Benelli M Series Semi Auto shotgun? Be interested to hear your thoughts. Would like to upgrade from the Mossberg 500 pump but I love the tang safety as I am left eye dominant, right handed. Only thing I do lefty is shotgun and rifle and even if non ambidextrous, I figure it out.

Jerry

[Colonel26]

Jerry I like that set up!

[zp4ja]

Thanks Wade.

I find it handy.

Lots of guys locally that see it think the same.

Hope life is well for you and yours my friend.

Regards, Jerry

[Mumbleypeg]

Regardless, not sure whole houses were powered as they advertised. Depends on the load.
Better than nothing. Handy to have.. Wish I did. That is certain.
Jerry

Another misleading aspect of that advertising - most of those trucks, around here anyway, are diesel. And very few folks in Texas have engine block heaters. Those diesel trucks were not running during that cold spell as the diesel fuel was too thick for the fuel pumps/injectors to function. Even if you happened to have an engine block heater, in most areas there was no electricity to use it. One of my neighbors has several diesel trucks - he could only get one of them started. But it died before he got out of the driveway and wouldn’t start again for several days.

Ken

[Boji]

Another misleading aspect of that advertising - most of those trucks, around here anyway, are diesel. And very few folks in Texas have engine block heaters. Those diesel trucks were not running during that cold spell as the diesel fuel was too thick for the fuel pumps/injectors to function. Even if you happened to have an engine block heater, in most areas there was no electricity to use it. One of my neighbors has several diesel trucks - he could only get one of them started. But it died before he got out of the driveway and wouldn’t start again for several days.

Ken

We drove an F350 diesel for 12 years in Iowa winters, temps 20-30 below. Never gelled up. Only plugged in if temps were -10 or colder.
Keep the glo plugs in good shape and the key.... Winter grade fuel. I assume that Texas stations don't change the fuel mix.

[Mumbleypeg]

Another misleading aspect of that advertising - most of those trucks, around here anyway, are diesel. And very few folks in Texas have engine block heaters. Those diesel trucks were not running during that cold spell as the diesel fuel was too thick for the fuel pumps/injectors to function. Even if you happened to have an engine block heater, in most areas there was no electricity to use it. One of my neighbors has several diesel trucks - he could only get one of them started. But it died before he got out of the driveway and wouldn’t start again for several days.

Ken

We drove an F350 diesel for 12 years in Iowa winters, temps 20-30 below. Never gelled up. Only plugged in if temps were -10 or colder.
Keep the glo plugs in good shape and the key.... Winter grade fuel. I assume that Texas stations don't change the fuel mix.

I’m sure that’s the case. Diesel fuel untreated with cold weather additives begins to gel at around 10 degrees F. I can only remember a couple of times in my lifetime when temperatures here were that cold (and until last February that was an overnight low, never for more than a few hours). So I doubt they ship diesel having cold weather additives to Texas (unless it’s to Amarillo).

Ken

[OLDE CUTLER]

I was wondering if any of you AAPKers shoot the 209 X 50 muzzle loaders? I have a barrel for my TC Encore rifle in that caliber. However I have run into a big problem with mine and in fact may have ruined the barrel. All of you who shoot muzzle loaders know the importance of making certain that your bullet is rammed down tight against the powder. I was using a plastic sabot made to use with .490" roundballs. I loaded the powder, and then the sabot with the roundball down tight on top of the powder. But I think what happened is that when I went to lay the gun horizontal on the benchrest, the round ball rolled ahead part way down the barrel. When I touched the shot off, nothing out of the ordinary was felt. However when I ran a cleaning patch down the bore before the next shot, I could feel that I had put a "ring" in the barrel. The ring is 16 3/4" ahead of the breech end. I guess one solution would be to cut and crown the barrel to 16 1/2" and make a pistol out of it. I am wondering if it is safe to shoot this barrel now?

[steve99f]

Picked this old timer up recently. Colt 1903 Type 3 in 32 ACP. Made in the early 20's. One of those bucket list guns for me. Its been reblued but in nice shape besides that.

[Meridian_Mike]

Very nice pistol!!!

It sure looks to be in great shape!

[steve99f]

Thanks Mike!

[doglegg]

Very knice old pistol.

[Boji]

I'd love to find one of those that somebody had in their sock drawer for 70 yeas or so.
Color me jealous

[garddogg56]

Thats the way to pick up the bucket list.Beauty

[Samb]

Nice looker, have you shot it yet?

[edge213]

Picked this old timer up recently. Colt 1903 Type 3 in 32 ACP. Made in the early 20's. One of those bucket list guns for me. Its been reblued but in nice shape besides that.

That's badass man! I bet it's fun to shootl

[zp4ja]

Nice pickup Steve.

[steve99f]

Thank you all for the positive reinforcement!

I have shot it but need more time with it to do a better job acquiring and holding the sights. Designed as a pocket pistol, the sights were minimal to reduce snagging. Maybe if I had 20 year old eyes..... No function troubles in the 100 or so rounds I've put through it so far.

I've picked up a a couple of 32 ACP autos besides the Colt, a Beretta 81 and a couple of Savage 1907's, and really enjoy shooting this caliber. No noticeable recoil and can be accurate.

[royal0014]

No function troubles in the 100 or so rounds I've put through it so far.

Darn nice piece for near 100 years old !
Glad you get to show it some love.

[Colonel26]

Wow Steve! That’s cool as all get out right there.

[Boji]

I've picked up a a couple of 32 ACP autos besides the Colt, a Beretta 81 and a couple of Savage 1907's, and really enjoy shooting this caliber. No noticeable recoil and can be accurate.

I have a Beretta 81, nice shooter.
Local auction house has an auction Sunday with 25 handguns and about 60 long guns. I foresee my checking account taking a hit.

[steve99f]

The Beretta 81 is a classic, wonderful design.

[Papa Bones]

Picked this old timer up recently. Colt 1903 Type 3 in 32 ACP. Made in the early 20's. One of those bucket list guns for me. Its been reblued but in nice shape besides that.

Very nice piece Steve. Of course I've always been a fan of John Browning's designs. If you ever need to freshen up the springs, Wolf Springs did make a Pistol Service Pak” (stock no. 69082) that had all of the springs for the 1903 including the magazine spring.