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by QUAID
Wed Dec 25, 2013 6:57 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Cyalume chemlights
Replies: 7
Views: 3227

Re: Cyalume chemlights

I used to use a lot of cyalumes, especially the IR ones. They seem to be the most unreliable of the lot. More often than not, around 20% of them would not work (DUDS). So make contingencies for this and maybe carry some spares. If in doubt which to get, go for the standard yellow/green ones... If yo...
by QUAID
Wed Dec 25, 2013 6:52 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Lidl's rechargable batteries
Replies: 5
Views: 945

Re: Lidl's rechargable batteries

The batteries are ok, ive used lots of them, they last me about 18 months before i see them degrade. I know someone who uses the charger and their batteries don't seem to last long at all compared to his other chargers. The charger just seems to be a speed/fast charge not a trickle charge (which can...
by QUAID
Sat Dec 21, 2013 7:08 pm
Forum: Water
Topic: £25 rain collection kit
Replies: 2
Views: 1504

Re: £25 rain collection kit

It's a great idea, i have one which i convert to drinking water via filtration......
We live in a very wet country so why not. I had to modify my roof slightly to increase the surface catchment area, its great when you can get something for free.
by QUAID
Wed Dec 18, 2013 4:55 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Generator experts (repair / replace) ?
Replies: 16
Views: 3012

Re: Generator experts (repair / replace) ?

Definately go for the Honda. I tried the cheaper option of a Hyundai 3KW gene.... It was great for a couple of years, now the voltage regulator needs replacing and doesnt give out pure sine wave, only quasi sinewave, still workable but doesnt run sensitive electronic eqpt.
by QUAID
Fri Dec 13, 2013 9:24 am
Forum: Equipment
Topic: water filter
Replies: 5
Views: 1209

Re: water filter

what is the water filter filtration hole size?
by QUAID
Thu Dec 12, 2013 5:00 pm
Forum: Logistics and Transport
Topic: New BOV
Replies: 2
Views: 1944

Re: New BOV

Definately a good move, nice one! There are so many differing scenarios that this will give you the option of 'Getting-Out' and away. Remember there may never be a SHTF start time. A scenario might crop up and develop slowly, just depends on how early you react and read the situation, this is the cr...
by QUAID
Thu Dec 12, 2013 4:55 pm
Forum: Medical and Healthcare
Topic: Good Reading
Replies: 17
Views: 7262

Re: Good Reading

Where there is no Doctor
Where there is no Dentist
all available on-line

DR Bones & Nurse amy - Doom & Bloom handbook
by QUAID
Thu Dec 12, 2013 4:53 pm
Forum: Homes and Retreats
Topic: Secret prepping
Replies: 7
Views: 2081

Re: Secret prepping

Wear a Balaclava or an Anonymous mask if you really feel the need.
by QUAID
Thu Dec 12, 2013 4:44 pm
Forum: How are you preparing
Topic: How many candles? testing 1-2-3
Replies: 47
Views: 8343

Re: How many candles? testing 1-2-3

I bought some cheapo tealights (100 pack 4hr burn) from Tesco just to try them out. DONT BOTHER i know you get what you pay for, but these were shite!!! They lasted around 2 hours. The wicks burn down really quick and the quality of the wax was noticeably different from other varieties i have. I alr...
by QUAID
Wed Dec 11, 2013 11:32 am
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Lifesaver Bottle
Replies: 19
Views: 3397

Re: Lifesaver Bottle

Thanks for the tip LEO, i could really kick myself for not buying the pack. Yet i am also frustrated at the fact that you only really get to find out about the 2 year shelf life after you have bought the damn thing. These are not exactly cheap.... I class them as luxury items. My next question is - ...