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Recent content by Ghilie

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    New DIY platform...

    Looks awesome man!
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    Update - I've used the no buckle method this past week. Shot one doe out of it to date. So far so good. I have no worries of the friction hitch slipping. It does take a bit more effort to get the platform cammed over, but it can be done.
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    I genuinely appreciate all of the concern. You're a bunch of good dudes on here. I always clip on to my tether before ascending to the platform and maintain the lineman belt until my tether is just right. My last step is always quite close to where I hang my platform. I'll be totally...
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    I test welded several cut off pieces of cast (from the stand) to 6061 with 5356 filler before finalizing the platform. A vice and a hammer yielded plastic deformation on the test pieces, but no cracking or failure of the welds. I actually used 1x1 .125" angle before I switched to the 1x1 .25"...
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    Thanks for all the feedback guys! Glad everyone thinks the platform is sweet (minus the buckle!).
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    Can you elaborate on sketchy? Sketchy health wise? Sketchy for the integrity of the weld? I'm a total novice welder.
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    I like both of those ideas! Thanks man. I'll give them a shot tonight and report back.
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    Thanks! No worries man, the criticism is totally warranted and welcome. I have been having this same debate with myself long before posting this, regarding the integrity of that hook. Could you link me some "buckless" ideas? I'm not too familiar with them.
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    I understand that it is not the intended design of the buckle and it likely is the fail point. I'm being safe about it and only stepping on and off the platform while still tethered. However, to push innovation someone has to try something to get away from that dreaded (for me) cam buckle. I...
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    I thought the buckle might be the Achilles heel as I'm not sure what they are rated for. I have bounced up and down and jumped on and off the platform during testing, albeit I'm only 160lbs with no gear. No plastic deformation yet. I'll always be tethered to the tree, if it breaks, I'll be...
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    I'm going to drill and tap the support piece for the square tubing. Same method as the predator. I just wanted to get out and hunt after working on this for so long! There is a lot of unseen trial and error that took place making this...
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    DIY Platform (2.5lbs w/strap)

    Long time lurker. Thank you to everyone who has inspired all of my DIY ideas over the years, hopefully I can give back with this post and inspire someone else! Disclaimer - Don't criticize the welds too badly, I've been welding for a grand total of 2 weeks now! This platform is a cut down...
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