"field repairs"
3 episodes tagged with this keyword
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Mark Koernke hosted the afternoon Intelligence Report on July 28, 2015, discussing preparedness, night vision technology, and firearms. The show covered end-of-year fundraising goals ($2,000 target with $435 raised), upcoming drawings featuring a signed lead guitar and militia baseball caps, and detailed technical discussions about night vision devices, thermal imaging, and gun sights. Don provided extensive information on mounting systems, optical equipment pricing, and sourcing strategies. The hosts discussed scavenging parts from damaged equipment for deception operations, the value of printed reference materials like "Small Arms of the World," and practical advice on pump shotguns, scope mounts, and field repairs. Topics included EpiPen shelf life, bee sting allergies, and the importance of maintaining spare optical and mechanical components for weapons systems.
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Mark Koernke discussed vehicle preparedness and emergency evacuation tactics, focusing on practical field repairs for automobiles including radiator patching with threaded rods and bolts, tool kit assembly from salvaged and discount sources, and the importance of reconnaissance vehicles and quiet mobility. He emphasized pre-planning for bug-out scenarios, covering bridge failures, ambush avoidance, vehicle breakdowns, and the strategic use of small, maneuverable vehicles over heavy armor. The show included detailed guidance on sourcing affordable tools from Harbor Freight and government liquidation auctions, lubricants and storage greases for equipment preservation, and caller contributions on medical supplies and maintenance techniques.
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Mark Koernke discussed emergency preparedness equipment, focusing extensively on affordable walkie-talkie radios and two-way communication systems available through online retailers like DealExtreme. He covered radio maintenance, spare parts, batteries, antennas, and field repair techniques using materials like tool dip and electrical tape. The show shifted to political commentary, with Koernke discussing Lieutenant General Boykin's call for impeachment over the Veterans Affairs scandal and Benghazi, arguing that systemic corruption requires comprehensive rather than selective prosecution. He drew parallels between Benghazi and the USS Liberty incident, criticizing military leadership for failing to deploy available forces. The episode concluded with commentary on border security and immigration issues.