mkg
27 posts
Jul 11, 2008
10:35 PM
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Here's some pictures of the new kit box I'm building it's 8' long 31 1/2" deep each stall is 32" wide 31 1/2" tall.
I will post more pictures as it's being built
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TheGame
13 posts
Jul 11, 2008
10:43 PM
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Looking good!! Can't wait to see once its fully done. What are you using for the frame 2x3s??
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mkg
28 posts
Jul 11, 2008
10:49 PM
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2X3s for the base and 2x2s for the box.That will have plywood on the sides and the two inside ones have 1/2x1/2 welded wire.
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cvr(FR3rd)
79 posts
Jul 12, 2008
2:15 AM
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how many birds fit in there
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Fernando Ruelas
CVR
Ruelas loft
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chubs
111 posts
Jul 12, 2008
3:45 AM
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I'm just about to build my first kit box, gonna build a double, i'd appreciate it if you kept this thread going with pics as i'm no carpenter & can base what i build on it, also if anyone else remembers any 'how to' type threads on kit box building i'd appreciate the heads up.
cheers, james.
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RUDY..ZUPPPPP
1895 posts
Jul 12, 2008
5:35 AM
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How u been MKG.....
Starting to look good..............
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RUDY PAYEN
PANCHO VILLA LOFT
Last Edited by on Jul 12, 2008 5:36 AM
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scrimpscrampi
25 posts
Jul 12, 2008
9:29 AM
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I am with you Chubs...I have been looking throught the threads to get some ideas, but I haven't found a lot of details. Not a carpenter myself...so I am afraid of screwing up! I would love to have some good visuals or diagrams.
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scrimpscrampi
Tulsa, OK
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TheGame
15 posts
Jul 12, 2008
10:28 AM
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scrimpscrampi and Chubs im with you guys as well LOL.
Im still learning :x so deff keep us updated on the progress of your kitbox.
Thanks!
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kopetsa
1149 posts
Jul 12, 2008
11:02 AM
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Nice! can't wait to see it completed..
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Andrew
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Windjammer Loft
349 posts
Jul 12, 2008
2:26 PM
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mkg........How do you get 4 measurements?? Usually in carpentry we just use 3. Lenght, width and the height. But Iam sure they will do just fine for your birds. Keep us posted.
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Fly High and Roll On
Paul
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mkg
30 posts
Jul 12, 2008
2:43 PM
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Hi Rudy im doing good how have you been? Im going to keep this posting pictures as i go.I have two kit boxes now one is 3x4 the other 3x3. This new one the stalls/kit boxs are alittle smaller than the 3x3 but not by much. But my thinking is if i can make 3 kit boxes for the cost of a double why not its only a few inches.The birds spend most of there time on the perches anyways.The base has a piece of ply wood that has a 4" drop from front to back that im going th lay some linoleum down on it for easy cleaning and put a piece of 8' rain gutter and a down spout that drains in to a bucket with holes so the water can drain leaving only the crap.
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mkg
31 posts
Jul 12, 2008
2:59 PM
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Hi paul i just got a 8' 2x3 and marked it in equal sizes from end to end @ 32" and used the marks as center line where the screws go.Kind of different but it works.
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mkg
32 posts
Jul 12, 2008
11:52 PM
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3/8 plywood becouse it around 14.60 a sheet and its light. I should be posting some more pics sunday night.I put the plywood on the two end panels and the other two i put 1/2x1/2 welded wire.so air can flow to keep the heat down in side the boxes.This kit box is being made in panels so it can be taken a part if i want to move it.
Last Edited by on Jul 12, 2008 11:54 PM
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TheGame
17 posts
Jul 13, 2008
8:13 AM
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Oh ok but do you know exactly what kinda plywood it is? T
There are lots of differnt kinds at home depot and for my loft I used siding material cause its weatherproof and for the base I used some OSB and then for the roof some roof sheathing type and etc...
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mkg
34 posts
Jul 13, 2008
4:37 PM
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Hi guys this is what i got done today in a few hours.
Last Edited by on Jul 13, 2008 4:39 PM
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stiff
43 posts
Jul 13, 2008
4:45 PM
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MKG what size wire are you using for your floor? I have 1x1 and I think it is still too small i think 1x2 would be a better wire floor. Just my thought.
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mkg
35 posts
Jul 13, 2008
4:51 PM
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1x1 for the floor and 1/2x1 for the top and insides i like 1x1 becouse my neibhor has a over grown yard and a bunch of rats.I have cut them back with poison. I just didnt want one to get in the kit boxes.I also have hot and cold water on the side of my house to wash the dogs and clean the kit boxes with the hot water.
Last Edited by on Jul 13, 2008 4:54 PM
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stiff
45 posts
Jul 13, 2008
5:01 PM
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Mkg rats will go thru your 1x1
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gabe454
1104 posts
Jul 13, 2008
9:02 PM
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hey mkg why would you want to clean you cage with water you'll mess that cage up soon homie just my opinion
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454
TRIPLE "G" LOFT
L.P.R.C
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155
616 posts
Jul 13, 2008
9:05 PM
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NICE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. HOWS YOUR MASONS BIRDS DOING?
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EVILLOFT'S
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TheGame
19 posts
Jul 13, 2008
9:06 PM
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MKG you make everything look soo easy!! lol
Its taking me forever to make my loft it feels like :(
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CVRC
254 posts
Jul 13, 2008
9:46 PM
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it is looking very good mkg...keep up the good work.
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Cristian Castro
CM Loft
CVR
WWW.COACHELLAVALLEYROLLERS.COM
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mkg
36 posts
Jul 13, 2008
10:14 PM
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Hi Jose the masons are doing good.Im still trying two get a full kit going.Game it just takes patience i try to do alittle every day.I like building the part i dont like is painting. I pre drill the holes for the screws so the 2x2s dont crack.The cleaning part i have thought about the kit box geting messed up by cleaning the inside with hot water. But i think with primer and paint on the outside and some type of water seal inside.It wouldnt be washed out with water once a month but scraped more often.
Thanks Cristian.
Last Edited by on Jul 13, 2008 10:16 PM
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tavo932
44 posts
Jul 13, 2008
10:19 PM
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Nice looking kit box. Make sure you paint it befor throwing in the birds. It will take longer and for the wood to start decaying and of course it will look better in your yard. Good work
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"Our Angels Loft"
Tavo
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mkg
40 posts
Jul 28, 2008
8:50 PM
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Im almost done i just need traps the roof
Last Edited by on Jul 28, 2008 8:56 PM
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gotspin7
1596 posts
Jul 28, 2008
8:55 PM
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mkg, common man we want to see the great pics! LOL
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Sal Ortiz
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mkg
41 posts
Jul 28, 2008
8:57 PM
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Thanks i forgot how to post a picture lol
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gotspin7
1599 posts
Jul 28, 2008
8:59 PM
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Whoa! Looks good!
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Sal Ortiz
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mkg
42 posts
Jul 28, 2008
9:00 PM
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Thanks Sal
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rtwilliams
185 posts
Jul 28, 2008
9:31 PM
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The boxes look great. What did you use for the roof? It looks like it is just wire. Just wondering?
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RT Williams
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TheGame
75 posts
Jul 28, 2008
9:32 PM
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MKG looks very good!! Fantastic job man!! What are the dimensions of each little cube??
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TheGame
76 posts
Jul 28, 2008
9:32 PM
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NVM!! I think I found it...
"Here's some pictures of the new kit box I'm building it's 8' long 31 1/2" deep each stall is 32" wide 31 1/2" tall.
I will post more pictures as it's being built"
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mkg
43 posts
Jul 28, 2008
10:33 PM
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RT Williams it will be made of plastic roofing ply wood 2x4s and 2x2s with hinges in the back. Two stands in front to keep open 1/2' when hot. I used wire on the insides top and floor to get air in the box for less dust easy cleaning with hot water. Some might say that it not good to clean with hot water but this kit box was desigened for that.I have a friend that got pigeon lung and I dont want it that's why I clean with water.
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mkg
44 posts
Jul 28, 2008
10:34 PM
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Thanks Ralph
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CVRC
401 posts
Jul 28, 2008
10:52 PM
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its all looking good
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Cristian Castro
CM Loft
CVR
WWW.COACHELLAVALLEYROLLERS.COM
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TheGame
123 posts
Aug 07, 2008
1:17 PM
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MKG any updates on this??
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BLUETT1983
358 posts
Aug 07, 2008
2:18 PM
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very nice!
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Dominique Bluett's Birmingham Roller Loft
NBRC.
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kopetsa
1330 posts
Aug 07, 2008
2:28 PM
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Wow, very nice MKG! Can you send it to me please! lol :)
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Andrew
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kopetsa
1331 posts
Aug 07, 2008
2:28 PM
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That actually didn't take too long at all! Great Work!
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Andrew
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kopetsa
1332 posts
Aug 07, 2008
2:31 PM
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p.s. You picked a great color to paint it with!
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Andrew
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norlan hollingate
620 posts
Aug 07, 2008
3:10 PM
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nice kit boxes m8 im a kit box man as well because of the dust i think u will get problems with the fine wire on the floor i use 2 x 2 wire stops them pairing up easy ur birds tails n end of flights can easy damage with fine wire n as for the rats put like a drawer front on with vents wich can be taken off to clean clik on my name to see my boxes good luck norman
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mkg
46 posts
Aug 07, 2008
9:06 PM
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Thanks i have to take some more pictures, i put the traps on.I finally put the birds in it.
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mkg
47 posts
Aug 07, 2008
9:09 PM
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Hi Norlan i tryed the link but it didn't open.
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TheGame
125 posts
Aug 07, 2008
9:40 PM
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MKG get those pics up!!! LOL
Ima need to build a kitbox down the road and will need some ides...
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