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 First deer blind build.
#4467094
08/11/13 03:07 AM
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Chuck Cox
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First time building a blind, got the base done tonight (4x6) going good so far. Will update with pics as I go along. 
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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08/12/13 10:46 PM
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cm250
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Where's the windows? Gonna need some short chairs in that one! LOL, just kidding, looks like a good start my friend. Made them out of wood yrs ago, now all ours are made out of all metal and are tower stands. No need to worry about wood rotting out any more,
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: cm250]
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08/12/13 10:48 PM
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Hunt1212
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Well.... its a start a good looking start non the less. With that floor I hope you used at least 3/4".
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Hunt1212]
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08/12/13 10:53 PM
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jdw
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Seems like an all metal tower stand would be a lighting hazard.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: jdw]
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08/13/13 12:53 AM
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stxranchman
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Looks good so far, but I learned my lesson a long time ago and only use treated plywood and lumber on the floor of my blinds.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: stxranchman]
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08/13/13 01:18 AM
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Chuck Cox
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Looks good so far, but I learned my lesson a long time ago and only use treated plywood and lumber on the floor of my blinds. I was Gunna use all treated wood, but then I realized how heavy it was going to be and changed my mind since I am going to be by myself setting it up.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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08/13/13 01:34 AM
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G-Man
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A/C in the garage is cheating, good luck with the build.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: G-Man]
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08/13/13 08:19 PM
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Chuck Cox
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Any one have pic of the door on your stand so I can get an idea? 
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: stxranchman]
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08/13/13 08:22 PM
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skinnerback
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Looks good so far, but I learned my lesson a long time ago and only use treated plywood and lumber on the floor of my blinds. X TWO!!
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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08/13/13 08:46 PM
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Strongbad
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Any one have pic of the door on your stand so I can get an idea? Elevated or not? The last one I built was elevated. I basically just cut a square section out of one of the walls below the window and hinged it, then on the inside, put a flange plywood all the way around so that the door would have something to close against.
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Re: First deer blind build.
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08/13/13 09:59 PM
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Pitchfork Predator
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Go back and change out the floor to plywood.
Frame the inside with 2x2's.
Use Deerview windows and door kit. (in the classifed thread)
Use corrugated tin for the skin and the roof.
This will be relative light wieght and last 20+ years without maintenance.
Use spray paint to paint the outside.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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09/05/13 04:29 PM
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007hunters son
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Nice, I built one with tin and metal in AG last year its pretty nice.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: 007hunters son]
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09/05/13 05:09 PM
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redchevy
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looks good, make sure to seal/paint it well and cover all your seams. Chipboard isn't going to last long.
It's hell eatin em live
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Strongbad]
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09/05/13 05:21 PM
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crappie09
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Re: First deer blind build.
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09/05/13 09:39 PM
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G-Man
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Getting closer, keep it going
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: stxranchman]
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09/05/13 10:42 PM
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Mossback
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Looks good so far, but I learned my lesson a long time ago and only use treated plywood and lumber on the floor of my blinds. Looking good so far. I echo STX on using treated plywood. God speed.
"Few men...will pass up an antlered buck for the better-eating doe standing beside him. And fewer still, having shot an exceptional buck, will leave that great rack in the woods and pack out only the meat." John Wootters. Hunting Trophy Deer. 1977
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Mossback]
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09/06/13 12:16 AM
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Chuck Cox
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Looks good so far, but I learned my lesson a long time ago and only use treated plywood and lumber on the floor of my blinds. Looking good so far. I echo STX on using treated plywood. God speed. I went this route because I have to assemble it my self on top of a hill that I can't drive to. The treated lumber Weighs so much.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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09/06/13 05:34 AM
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Brother in-law
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Just Paint the outside Real good like
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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09/06/13 08:21 AM
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AllTheAbove
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good luck, always a fun project 
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: AllTheAbove]
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09/06/13 02:17 PM
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WhtKnight64
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I can relate to the Hauling..;-) If it wasn't for my son-in-law helping... would have been a very long day for me too. I'm sure if you asked around and traded a day or night of hunting, someone would volunteer to help you. (yeah, I bribed the son-in-law...;-)
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: WhtKnight64]
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09/06/13 02:41 PM
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Looks Great! I am also going to start building me a wooden blind really soon. Other projects have gotten in the way and cost me the summer. Question: At what height did you put your windows from the floor? I know everything is relevant but what is a "good" distance to the bottom of the windows?
Last edited by dknsurvey; 09/06/13 02:42 PM.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: dknsurvey]
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09/06/13 03:34 PM
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Chuck Cox
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Looks Great! I am also going to start building me a wooden blind really soon. Other projects have gotten in the way and cost me the summer. Question: At what height did you put your windows from the floor? I know everything is relevant but what is a "good" distance to the bottom of the windows? I did mine at 37" only because all my shots are going to be down hill. I would take the chair that you are going to use and see what height works best for you.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Chuck Cox]
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09/06/13 05:41 PM
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You will rue the day you put that type of wood for the skin of your blind. I don't care how much you paint it, its going to warp, pop, and fall apart. If you notice when they use those sheets in contruction, they are NEVER used for the exterior.
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Re: First deer blind build.
[Re: Pitchfork Predator]
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09/06/13 08:13 PM
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Chuck Cox
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You will rue the day you put that type of wood for the skin of your blind. I don't care how much you paint it, its going to warp, pop, and fall apart. If you notice when they use those sheets in contruction, they are NEVER used for the exterior. Thanks for the criticism. If it makes it through this year I will be happy. 
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