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« on: July 27, 2005, 08:29:36 pm » |
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Well, last night I saw something similar on line and figured it would make a good underwater tool. I havn't used it yet, I will let you know how it goes. It is very light, made from aluminum. If you have any suggestions for improvements, let me know. I was considering adding some type of removable box at the end of the auger to catch the things that if finds. May do it yet, not sure.
Thanks for looking,
-Mike
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Lee-MI-MI
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« Reply #1 on: July 27, 2005, 09:29:40 pm » |
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I think you will need a flap or vane to close the space between the top flight and the lower part of the screw. It would act as sort of a check valve. It should raise and open when you screw it down and then close back as you lift it. You may have to turn it back slightly to seat the flap vane.
Let me know how it works. It may be easier than the regular scoops or it may be too hard to turn when you are in deep water.
Know what I mean, Vern?
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« Reply #2 on: July 27, 2005, 09:37:27 pm » |
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That is a great idea as well that I hadn't thought of. I am going to tap a few holes at the end of the flight to attach a few things too for experimenting, I will try the flap as well.
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« Reply #3 on: July 28, 2005, 07:45:02 am » |
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That is one proffesional looking tool  |
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« Reply #4 on: July 28, 2005, 02:50:09 pm » |
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Thanks Jake  |
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« Reply #5 on: July 28, 2005, 02:54:05 pm » |
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Perhaps a disk attached to the shaft to apply foot pressure to steady and help in getting a "bite"
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« Reply #6 on: July 28, 2005, 06:40:48 pm » |
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That would require me to have balance and stand on one foot, dangerous proposition -Mike |
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« Reply #7 on: July 28, 2005, 08:57:18 pm » |
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I do believe you done good ! Wish I had thought of that, but I am still working on something I may call a sand scoop. Hope nobody has thought of that.
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« Reply #8 on: July 29, 2005, 06:26:11 pm » |
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Hey very nice Raptor. That is very Pro looking.
Keep it up
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« Reply #9 on: August 01, 2005, 10:53:54 am » |
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 Actually the sand screw was around about 10 years ago and was sold by several dealers, I believe Kellyco was one of them. They were also in the treasure magazines. I never did see one in actual use, the general idea is good, but I don't see any sand screws advertised any more. You may want to do some research into them. There may also be a patten out for it also.
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