Anyone that relies on propane in any capacity, either as a whole house fuel for heating or as a fuel source for standalone appliances like portable heaters, grills and so forth must become intimately acquainted with how long they can expect their propane to last under a given use schedule. Getting this part wrong can …
Whether you’re looking to stock up your car with extra fuel, or run a gas-powered generator, gasoline is an essential item for any prepper. But, storing fuel is tricky because gas can go bad and cause problems for your engine. Just how long does gasoline last, you might ask? Properly stored gasoline can last between …
Stockpiling firewood is a sensible precaution and preparation for potential power outages and longer-term emergencies. Before coal, oil, and electricity, wood was our primary source of fuel, with dried peat and buffalo chips taking its place in climates and situations when wood was scarce. If you don’t want to resort to burning feces though how …
The stockpiling of fuel is one of the most essential aspects of preparing for a long-term doomsday disaster. Unfortunately, so many preppers are doing it wrong – or at least not quite right based upon a lack of complete and accurate information. There are seven primary types of fuel all preppers should consider storing. Relying …
Vegetable oil has many uses. It can be used to cook up some awesome delicious fried chicken, potato wedges (or chips I guess, if you’re in England), or other unhealthy yummy goodies. Vegetable oil can be used to oil stuff around the house too, no one likes squeaky hinges. It can light your way when the …
With all of the uncertainty in today’s world many people are trying to become more self sufficient. Growing their own vegetables, raising their own chickens for eggs, or raising bigger animals like beef and dairy cattle if they have the room. The more self sufficient are even making their own clothes and/or other household items, …
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