"harbor freight"
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Mark and BK discussed oxygen absorbers for food storage, explaining that while they can be effective for low-moisture items like wheat and rice, they are counterproductive for higher-moisture foods like lentils where they create dangerous anaerobic conditions for botulism. They explained the simple chemistry (iron filings and salt) and recommended making homemade absorbers cheaply rather than buying overpriced retail versions that are often already expended by the time of purchase. The show also covered Harbor Freight sales, including $3 plastic ammo cans, $10 wireless infrared motion detectors, and silica gel desiccant recharging techniques.
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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 preparedness and self-sufficiency topics on the evening of December 13, 2013. The show covered rodent control methods including traditional mousetraps and bucket-based trap designs, emergency vehicle kits using dollar-store items like Mylar blankets and magnets, survival gear procurement from discount retailers, and ammunition reloading resources including custom bullet molds from LBT Molds and current ammunition/component availability from online vendors. Koernke emphasized practical, low-cost preparedness strategies and provided specific product recommendations and vendor information.
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Mark Koernke hosted the Friday evening edition of The Intelligence Report, focusing on preparedness and supply acquisition. The show covered practical topics including boot selection for long-term wear, fireworks closeout sales on July 5th, and tributes to deceased militia commander Clint Dair, with announcements of a 21-gun salute and a Patriot's picnic in Gladwin, Michigan on July 31st. Callers and co-host BK discussed bargain shopping at dollar stores and Harbor Freight, salvaging components from failed compact fluorescent bulbs, AR-15 magazine deals from DSG Arms, and driveway alert devices. The episode emphasized accumulating supplies and tools at discount prices while available, with warnings about consolidation of retail chains and declining product quality.
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Nancy Kornke filled in for Mark Koernke on the evening edition of the Intelligence Report on November 14, 2008. The show focused heavily on ammunition and firearms availability, with callers reporting widespread shortages of ammunition and rifles at retail locations including Walmart and Dick's Sporting Goods. Guests discussed preparedness topics including surplus equipment from Harbor Freight and MainMilitary.com, driveway motion sensors for perimeter security, and food storage strategies. The hosts addressed concerns about federal ammunition purchases, potential martial law, currency devaluation, and upcoming protests against the Federal Reserve scheduled for November 22nd. The program emphasized the importance of stockpiling ammunition, food, and supplies while they remain available.
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Mark Koernke and Donald Butcher discussed revolver safety and maintenance on Weapons Wednesday, covering topics including hammer safety mechanisms, the practice of carrying a loaded chamber, and proper storage of firearms in caches. They reviewed preparedness products from Harbor Freight and ammunition components from Hi-Tech Ammo, including pricing on 30-caliber bullets, powders, primers, and specialty rounds like tracers and flechettes. The hosts emphasized the importance of maintaining ammunition supplies, reloading manuals, and building strategic reserves of ammunition components across the nation.