Jeanne Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 My eglu is here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It arrived at 9 50, and is now assembled, with extension. All by myself as well The only problem I have is the pin that sticks the top of the eglu to the bottom. Is it possible to do that on your own, or is it a 2 person job? It can wait till the kids get home from school. I am off to buy chucks now I am soooooooooooooooooooooo chuffed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 how exciting!! Bet you have a big grin on your face - I would !! let us know what chooks you get Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted January 30, 2008 Author Share Posted January 30, 2008 Will do Chelsea. I am just necking a cup of tea before I leave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aunty e Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 I used to give mine a gentle encouragement with my foot to get the bar all the way through, then push the eglu side in with my knee while I got the pin in. Otherwise, another person is useful, yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 I have two Eglus, one is easy-peasy, but the other one is an absolute pig - I have to give the black bar a gentle kick, then prop a brick against it to stop it moving, run round the other side and try and get the edge of the gold pin into the hole, and then sort of tug it through. I did try standing astride the Eglu and squeezing but my calf muscles aren't that strong (that's why I was rubbish at horseriding ). Also I thought I might get some funny looks from neighbours! It should be do-able by one person, though. How eggciting - bet you can't wait to get the chickens in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 I did try standing astride the Eglu and squeezing but my calf muscles aren't that strong (that's why I was rubbish at horseriding ). Also I thought I might get some funny looks from neighbours! I bet that was a sight to behold! I have one Eglu which is much easier than the other in this way. I too use the boulder trick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I kick the black bar in as far as it will go, & then use a foot to press in the other side of the eglu to get the pin in. Sometimes it's easy to do, & others not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 I am glad it wasn`t just me having trouble. I roped in my daughter to help. Maybe it will get easier with time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 My eglu was second hand & I noticed the black bar had been twisted a little near the handle side. I twisted it back & it has gone a bit better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I have to push the "pin side" of the eglu quite hard to get the pin in too. One person job though . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 I have to push the "pin side" of the eglu quite hard to get the pin in too. One person job though . Every time I tried that, the stupid thing pushed back I will just ask for help, and maybe someone will feel sorry for me and clean the whole thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 My eglu was second hand & I noticed the black bar had been twisted a little near the handle side. I twisted it back & it has gone a bit better. We get that at the Omlet shows Jules - some little angel always steps on the bar and bends it over. They are quite resilient really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little chickadee Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Well............ What did you get, and where are the photos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickweed Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I push a tent peg against the black bar which holds it firmly, while I secure the locking pin on the other side. Easy when you have done it a couple of times. The lockimg pin gave me a nasty "bite "once, so be careful ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 Well............ What did you get, and where are the photos! Here they are Chickadee Thanks Chickweed, I will try that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Light sussex, black rock & a Red star??? Lovely chooks - I reckon the light sussex is either laying or not far off looking at that comb! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 ooh - gorgeous! Yes, the Sussex looks quite grown-up doesn't she. Bet you have spent all day watching them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 Light sussex, black rock & a Red star???Lovely chooks - I reckon the light sussex is either laying or not far off looking at that comb! Emma.x I was told they are a Sussex Comet, Black Comet and a Jasmine. I have no idea as I am new to all this. The white one does look very grown up compared to the others, so maybe she will lay soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
