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Pete's November LM Signal Challenge

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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #60 on: November 10, 2016, 05:10:27 AM
G'Day,

Day 9

As promised this was a busy day for the Signal. It started early with some adjusting stuff on the motorbike. I bought some new boots and had to adjust the gear lever up. No problem for the Signal, I just popped the torx bit in the Hex driver hole and the adjustment was quick and painless. I still have not found a suitable magnet to stop the bit from falling out. All in good time... I also had to adjust the right hand mirror stem and brake lever, but could not find a big enough Torx bit for that, so in the end I had to use the proper tool for that.

Next up was the blade. The postman dropped off my new jacket and parcel opening duties were performed. I was amazed how easily the knife cut through the plastic and the packaging tape. Judging from these cuts I don't need to strop it. I am also re-varnishing some outside chairs, so the next duty was opening the paint tin. I tried with the awl, but was scared it will break, so I used the flat driver instead. It opened it fine, but left some battle scars on the bit. I think a pray bar or dedicated tin opener is definitely the way to go. But hey, that is not the objective of the challenge.

I also got to test the wire cutters. I had an old coat hanger lying around and decided that should be a good test. It is hard wire, but the Signal cut through there without a hitch. One thing I did notice, it is far more comfortable to have the hammer bit facing your fingers and not close to the palm when using the pliers. It tends to dig a little into the side of your hand if you keep the hammer close to your hand. If you have big hands you will definitely have to use it that way.

And that my friends concludes today's uses, I think. There are still a few hours left though.

Cheers,

Pete


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #61 on: November 10, 2016, 05:12:47 AM
Day 9

Wire cutters, wire and the timber to be painted


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #62 on: November 10, 2016, 06:03:18 AM
Good point about the grip :tu:  I too have to use it that way.
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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #63 on: November 10, 2016, 08:59:17 AM
G'Day

Day 9 - Continued

Final task for today. I ended off the day with some chocolate coffee beans. I got these from a mate for my birthday. No scissors needed here, the blade is more than capable of cutting the plastic. And they are super good!!!

Have a good night folks

Pete


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #64 on: November 10, 2016, 06:05:08 PM
G'Day

Day 9 - Continued

Final task for today. I ended off the day with some chocolate coffee beans. I got these from a mate for my birthday. No scissors needed here, the blade is more than capable of cutting the plastic. And they are super good!!!

Have a good night folks

Pete

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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #65 on: November 10, 2016, 08:02:55 PM
G'Day

Day 9 - Continued

Final task for today. I ended off the day with some chocolate coffee beans. I got these from a mate for my birthday. No scissors needed here, the blade is more than capable of cutting the plastic. And they are super good!!!

Have a good night folks

Pete

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+1 Those do look tasty :drool:


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #66 on: November 11, 2016, 08:10:15 AM
G'Day,

 ;) The coffee beans are very good. They are probably the best I have sampled for a while.

Day 10

I had a day off today and had quite a bit to do. I think the Signal is quite happy the day is nearly gone, he does look a little tired.  :D

First up was removing the soft pannier racks I fitted last week. I am using the top box again as I dont need the extra space the panniers provide. I tried a standard Hex bit extender and it was very comfortable to use. I tried different magnets on the other side of the hex hole to see it the bit will stay inside. Unfortunately it did not. I tried two different magnets: one from a jewellers kit that is used to make bracelets from (magnetite) it sort off fitted the outside hole but lacked any retaining magnetism. The second magnet I got out of a hex bit extender, but it was to big to sit inside the outside hole. I tried putting it sideways but the magnetism was not nearly enough to keep the bit in. Well I tried, and I dont have any other magnets to test with. So now I just keep my hand on the bit. Using the bit extender was very comfortable and it worked a treat.

The rest were all cutting tasks, bar one plier use. I cut up some fierce Tiger tummy rolls for lunch  :D. This is the first time I used the knife for any bready type cutting. It did very well. I did notice that the serrations tore some of the rolls, but they were VERY fresh. Added some good 'ol South African Marmite and a bit of peanut butter on the other and lunch was catered for. Then came dessert: Some Aussie Tim Tam chocolate biscuits. These are the double coated ones. You get one biscuit less, but more chocolate. I store mine in the freezer.

More cutting...
I made a safety lanyard for my PLB I carry on the bike. There is no mount available yet so I carry it on the back seat of the bike. I use a webbing belt to tie it to the seat, the lanyard is just for added security. The blade cut through the para-cord with ease and made a very neat cut. One box knot later and she will be safe on the seat. Fitting to have two "safety" tools together.

I really enjoyed using the Signal today. There was nothing it could not do, and this is still in standard form. I pocket carried it for yesterday and today and it is way more comfortable that the MUT I usually carry.

Enjoy the many pics,

Pete



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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #67 on: November 11, 2016, 08:25:21 AM
Day 10 Continued

Bit extender and magnets


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #68 on: November 11, 2016, 08:27:29 AM
Day 10 Continued

Biscuits and a plastic bottle cap I modified to fit a MSR bladder


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #69 on: November 11, 2016, 08:29:41 AM
Day 10 Continued

Lanyard on the PLB


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #70 on: November 11, 2016, 08:29:05 PM
More fab pics and writeup buddy :like: :like: :like:


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #71 on: November 12, 2016, 01:50:22 AM
More fab pics and writeup buddy :like: :like: :like:
Ditto  :)

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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #72 on: November 12, 2016, 01:56:22 AM
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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #73 on: November 12, 2016, 06:07:02 AM
G'Day

Day 11

Busy day at our house today. I had a whole bunch of things to do outside and in the garage. Naturally the Signal was by my side to help where it could.

First up was a hook on our new fence to hang our Pitcher plant. I got one of these from a colleague a while ago. I used to hang on our old fence. We since added a pool and had to replace the old timber fences to comply with Pool regulations for fence heights. The old one was also a little dilapidated. I got my son to help measure and then took some pics while I attached it. Once again I used the Hex hole in the hammer. It is my second most used tool on the Signal after the blade. The fact that you can use the standard 1/4" bits with a reasonable amount of torque is very useful. Originally I was sceptical about its addition, but now I am glad it is there. And this feature is probably the least useful in a survival or camping situation.

Second task was sawing. I got to use it!!! Yea!!!
I am making a towel hanger for around the pool. I got a few old rail spikes that I am going to put on a piece of timber and hang that on the fence. The spikes are slowly bubbling away in rust converter so I had time to saw the timber and start sanding it to add the spikes. It will be another few days before it is finished but I got the timber ready in the mean time. The saw worked a treat as all Leatherman saws. The plank is 18mm think and reasonably dry. It cut very neatly and kept to the marking line without any problems.

Next up was opening a bottle of Locktite. I am making new feet for out outdoor tables with rubbers and galvanised nuts and bolts. My new Locktite bottle had to be opened and the blade is perfect for that. I used the first big serrated bit on the blade to cut the small tab off. That worked very well, no slipping or cuts to the thumb.

And that concludes Saturday's tasks. Tomorrow I am back at work, and the usual lunch duties.

Enjoy the pics,

Pete


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #74 on: November 12, 2016, 06:08:30 AM
Day 11 Continued


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #75 on: November 12, 2016, 06:09:52 AM
Day 11 Continued

Sawing


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #76 on: November 12, 2016, 06:27:22 AM
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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #77 on: November 13, 2016, 01:44:33 AM
Looks like the Signal's still treating you well :tu:

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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #78 on: November 13, 2016, 04:05:53 AM
Some great action shots today and as Mons said it looks like the Signal is treating you well :like:


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #79 on: November 13, 2016, 08:49:35 AM
G'Day,

Yip, the Signal is treating me very well. No more biting either  ;)

Day 12

Today was not a busy day for the Signal. A couple of pieces of fruit to cut up for lunch and a breakfast cereal packet to open. I discovered these a while ago. It is Aussie made and a very nice combination of various cereals.

Cheers,

Pete


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #80 on: November 13, 2016, 02:18:45 PM
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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #82 on: November 13, 2016, 06:03:17 PM
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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #83 on: November 14, 2016, 06:52:56 AM
G'Day,

Thanks guys, taking the pics are part of the fun.

Day 13

Today I washed trains in the shed. Unlike shunting duties, I had no use for the Signal other than lunch duties. The pouch Gohard made is really nice and getting softer daily. My work shirt hangs over it so there is not to much chance of patina developing in the leather that way.

Part of the challenge is to post at least one picture a day. The weather in Sydney was pretty ordinary so I took one of my small Lego Snow Plows and got it working against the Signal  :D Needles to say, the Signal won.

Enjoy the pics,

Cheers,

Pete


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #84 on: November 14, 2016, 05:26:21 PM
Very nice uses and pics of the signal so far!!!  :cheers: :tu:


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Reply #85 on: November 14, 2016, 05:29:14 PM
Very nice uses and pics of the signal so far!!!  :cheers: :tu:

+1 Great pics Peter :tu: Funny pictures with the plow as well :D :like: :like: :like:


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Reply #86 on: November 15, 2016, 10:20:02 AM
G'Day

Thanks for the comments guys!!!  :like:

Day 14

Today was another quiet day for the Signal. Nothing more than lunch duties. I have now ordered a PE Wave blade, I think it will be a better blade for my use. It should be here sometime next week.

I had to improvise a little with pictures this afternoon. With the Signal having a camping focus I decided to use my TrueUtility SporkSpoonKnifeThingy  :D in the pictures. It is still brand new and very shiny which made for a couple of takes on the pictures. I should have some better light tomorrow for outdoor pics.

Cheers,

Pete


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Reply #87 on: November 15, 2016, 02:19:57 PM
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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #88 on: November 16, 2016, 07:17:25 AM
G'Day,

Day 15

I am half way through the challenge and it has been a very good two weeks so far. I really like this tool.

Today was cutting duties only. The usual lunch fruit, but got to do more serious cutting at home. I have a MSR water bladder that I started to use when I go for rides on the motorbike. The original cap started leaking on the last ride. I managed to find a cap in Oz at a reasonable price and ordered it. The cap arrived today and fits perfectly and more importantly, it does not leak. I am planning a trip up to the Sunshine Coast over XMas and will need to carry additional water other that the 2L Camelbak I usually use. It is going to be hot and humid in Queensland. The last thing I need on a 600km ride is dehydration. So all up I will have 4L of iced water for the day. The total trip is just a tad over 1,000km which I am breaking up on the way there. However, I have to do it all in one hit back to Sydney. That will be a fun day. It will be the first time I do more than 800km in one day...

I also had to open a bag of coffee. It is the same roaster that I got the chocolate coffee beans from that I opened in one of the previous days. I LOVE the smell of freshly ground coffee!!! And this coffee is good. I already had some additional cups for the day - never to much caffeine!!!

Tomorrow I have some garden duties to do, I know there will be stuff I can use the Signal for.

Till Then, have a good evening.

Cheers,

Pete


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Re: Pete's November LM Signal Challenge
Reply #89 on: November 16, 2016, 03:23:00 PM
Just now catching up on this thread.  The Signal has been quite busy but more importantly its up for whatever you've thrown at it.  It's nice to see the tool being used for more than what marketing launched it as. 
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