X-Terra70_TreasureHunter
Hero Member
- Oct 19, 2007
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- Detector(s) used
- X-Terra70, X-Terra 50, Ace250, Ace150, GTI 1500,GTA 1000 Ultra, Tejon, Vaquero
For the large sifter - 2 X 3 ft - I used 2 X 4 redwood for weathering durability. Build a frame, stretch 3/8 hardware cloth ( wire - lumber yard) over it and put strips of wood along to hold it in place. 3/8 openings wont let a dime pass at an angle. Some guys like tighter openings. The wood strips also allow for replacing it should it ever rip.
Use galvanized screws only - no nails as they will loosen. Build a bottom frame to match the top and put the top on it with large hinges. Now you can swing the top screen back to dump the load after you sift the goods out.
The legs are any height you want. I unscrew mine to fit it into the car trunk if I don’t take my truck.
The smaller one is basically the same as the larger - just use 2 X 2 wood for lightness. Put a BIG handle on the side for carrying it in to a site. Attach 2 swing down legs to the sides using a wing nut so you can tighten & loosen easily.
Dave
