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bkyrdmpl
02-16-2011, 09:09 PM
Newbie question BUT...
I went to pick up some new supplies today and I was confronted with a new question...
"Health spouts" vs. 7/16
Advantages or disadvantages?
Should I be using one or the other?
Regards,
bkyrdmpl
15 on buckets
50 on tubing
TapME
02-16-2011, 09:21 PM
they are a lot better for the trees as you are drilling a smaller hole, the down side is that you will lose a little sap. There are papers from studies done on the subject of a 7/16 vs a 5/16 and are on here. Try seaching for them. The short of it is you lose about 5-10% in some cases. Just add another tree and it will make up the difference. Have fun
bkyrdmpl
02-16-2011, 09:30 PM
Thanks for the info.
MapleTrader is such a great resource. I have only made a few posts, but I have learned so much by reading and searching this site.
Guess I will be buying Health Spouts next time I need some more.
Grazie!
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