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Drum and cable capacity weight?

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#1 ·
So, I'm on the fence about putting the 2001 back into service. Right now it has 160' of 11/16" I.C. And just the drum with that cable is a heavy mofo. I'm thinking about running it with 100' then getting a spare drum of 75', but don't know if that will lighten it up enough to load and unload in my new van without having to use a crane or ramp. The 2001 is nice in that it breaks down into 3 separate pieces. Anybody use a spare drum (any make)with around 100' of 11/16? And haw heavy would said drum be, light enough to toss into the box van?
 
#3 ·
That's the thing! I don't typically run that far out. My typical job is 60'-120'. Love the K-60. But sometimes when I'm out 100' and have to do multiple passes it just takes a toll. Like on Wednesday. Had a job where a barracks was backed up, blockage was due to 6 root joints out to 112'. Had to pull back and remove roots from head, put back in and remove more root.

Finally was able to get all joints opened up to run the camera. line needs a jet and possible reline as the majority is under a very busy street. After all was said and done it for me thinking about just running the 2001 to open things up and get the camera down. Can you load and unload your poly drum with 100' by hand?
 
#9 ·
11/16 hollow core is about 3/4 a lb per ft so 4' is a pound lighter than 4' of 3/4 and it's still good cable. The performance is about the same. I've never tried .66 so I can't give any opinion on it. I do know asstyme uses .55 in his 300 and seems to like it.

I can't imagine you guys rolling with big machines without a ramp or a wench for me it's a must.
 
#11 ·
Breaking sleds down is easy. The 1065 is rediculous to break down. I was told by my bosses at roto they've been having too many back injuries so no more than 125' on the big machines now. So I'm just gunna roll with the smaller dm30. We are about 50/50 here when it comes to cleanout location. So I don't like breaking em down except to add a second reel or to get through tight corners.
 
#14 ·
To defend myself, This town has to many hills and hollers, to many basements no outside entrance, and to many small bathroom doors. If I didn't tear down between jobs I would have to tear down to go into the basement or get it in a bathroom. Just easier to keep it torn down, and easier on my back. Also I have 4 different reels with 11/16" cable. I never know which one I will need to use.
 
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