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Zen and the Art of Exhaust Brake Installation, Part 2

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Mike

Continuing the saga from yesterday of installing an exhaust brake in my 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins diesel pickup named Hamish. Note that I am not a mechanic. I am sharing my experiences in the hope that it may be … Continue reading →

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Zen and the Art of Exhaust Brake Installation, Part 1

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Mike

I finally got something for Hamish* that I have been wanting for him for a long time: an exhaust brake. What’s an exhaust brake, you ask? Well, sit back and let ‘splain it to you…. Diesel engines surpass gasoline engines in terms of power, … Continue reading →

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Trailer!

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Mike

I finally found (and bought) a trailer this week! It’s a 1997 4-Star gooseneck two-horse slant. It’s in great shape—especially for its age. It is an extra tall and wide model, but it is still going to be a cozy … Continue reading →

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St. Francis-tide means it’s time for the Blessing of the Animals!

Posted on October 3, 2010 by Mike

It’s been two days since I got out to the barn, and there was quite the dust-up going on when I got there this afternoon after church. A gate that keeps two of the bands of horses separated got left … Continue reading →

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Horse trailer scam alert

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Mike

A fraudulent listing for a horse trailer has been appearing on craigslist all over the country in the last couple of weeks. 2000 Sundowner 3H slant load trailer – $2200 ** Reply to: fred.kingstone@gmail.com ** 2000 Sundowner 3H slant load … Continue reading →

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Do I really have a horse??

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Mike

So the last three days have been a serious rodeo. This is part one of three…. On Sunday, Mary called me and said, “Hey, if you wanna go look at this horse that’s a four-hour drive away, today is the … Continue reading →

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A passel of Percherons

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Mike

It’s been a busy week, so I haven’t had any more Bob time since Tuesday. The horse I have been taking lessons on is lame and can barely walk (poor Sam), so no lesson for me this week. This morning … Continue reading →

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Bob time, Boob time, and a surprising development

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Mike

I got some quality Bob time in today, with most of it spent just hanging out. Me: reading about horses and occasionally giving Bob scratches. Bob: watching me and occasionally eating. It was nice comfort after yesterday’s frustration over Emma. … Continue reading →

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So much for Emma…

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Mike

The sellers of Emma have informed me that they are taking her off the market until after her foal is weaned—i.e. September 2011 at the earliest. Frustrated and disappointed don’t begin to cover how I feel.   Back to the … Continue reading →

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The three amigos, a bareback ride for Kim, good beer, and Emma preparations

Posted on August 14, 2010 by Mike

Jenn told me that “the three amigos” (Bob, Beau, and Jamocha) had been playing all kinds of horsey games with each other this morning, including kicking up their heels and chasing each other around the round pen—the inside! So, the … Continue reading →

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