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Started by farmfromkansas, April 25, 2020, 08:23:26 AM

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farmfromkansas

April 25, 2020, 08:23:26 AM
  Was searching the forum yesterday for hardware for bifold kiln doors, got 2 of mine hung yesterday, found Danny's pic of his kiln, 7 door hinges on each door.  Think I will add some more.  But need some bolts for the first door, and then just plan to use a 2x4 and bolts to lock the center.  Too wet this morning to get into my junk iron pile, wondering what others have done.
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farmfromkansas

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April 26, 2020, 10:03:52 PM
Went to Menards Saturday, found what i needed, 11% off.
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YellowHammer

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April 26, 2020, 10:41:35 PM
I would highly recommend a cam door closing latch system, like on a trailer, to shut the door with.  It applies pressure to the door seals to maintain a tight fit.  
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GeneWengert-WoodDoc

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April 26, 2020, 10:52:26 PM
Safety practices would be to have at least one door that can be opened from the inside.
Gene - Author of articles in Sawmill & Woodlot and books: Drying Hardwood Lumber; VA Tech Solar Kiln; Sawing Edging & Trimming Hardwood Lumber. And more
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