Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2018/06/03
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Thanks for the feedback, Douglas.? Jon says that using? the torch from the "Gator" is a lot easier on his back than using a weed eater, though I note he has one in the back, along with the tank for the torch. The concrete for the ramp and taxiways was poured around 1940-41, so he has a lot of cracks beyond just the original joints.? The active runways have a bituminous overlay, probably macadam on your side of the pond, so they are in good repair. Jim Nichols Tullahoma, TN USA On 6/3/2018 7:19 PM, Douglas Barry wrote: > Interesting, Jim. I have a baby version of the gas torch which I use > on the driveway. Can't say it's great, as it lacks power and thus is > less effective in wind, but it sort of works if you have time to cook > the weed. > > Douglas > > On 03/06/2018 20:21, Jim Nichols wrote: >> When I stopped by the airport this morning, dark clouds were moving >> in from the northwest.? A Falcon jet based locally contrasts with the >> clouds. >> >> http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20180603-DSCF7042.JPG.html >> >> I noticed the Airport Manager busy on the ramp, but couldn't figure >> out what he was up to, so I walked out to ask.? After trying weed >> eaters for grass & weed control in cracks, he has found that a gas >> torch works better and is easier on the back. Here are two shots of >> his approach to weed control. >> >> http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20180603-DSCF7047.JPG.html >> >> http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/20180603-DSCF7050.JPG.html >> >> Apparently the fire gets the roots, for a longer lasting result. The >> tar cools back to its normal consistency. >> >> Comments and critiques welcomed and appreciated. >> > > > _______________________________________________ > Leica Users Group. > See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information >