Potato - Revision history

Benstern: added links and fixed spelling

2008-06-01T13:44:00Z

added links and fixed spelling

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	[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatoes.]]		[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatoes.]]

	The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely because of their low cost and wide availability.		The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common [[ammo]] for a spud cannon. This is largely because of their low cost and wide availability.
	A [[spud cutter]] is used to cut the potato to the size of the barrel, giving a basically air tight fit. In extreme cases the spud will split or be ~~cruched~~ as it is loaded. (A solution to this problem is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]].)		A [[spud cutter]] is used to cut the potato to the size of the [[barrel]], giving a basically air tight fit. In extreme cases the spud will split or be crushed as it is loaded. (A solution to this problem is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]].)

	==Selection, cutting and use==		==Selection, cutting and use==
	Typically large and juicy spuds are preferred. The size should be greater than the barrel diameter and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when loaded. Usually the spud is cut to the proper size for the barrel by a ~~[[spud_cutter]]~~, a knife edge sanded into the end of the barrel.		Typically large and juicy spuds are preferred. The size should be greater than the barrel diameter and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when loaded. Usually the spud is cut to the proper size for the barrel by a spud cutter, a knife edge sanded into the end of the barrel.

	There are several ways to cut the spuds and the resulting shells are generally called either "full-spuds" of "half-spuds". Full-spuds will seal a bit better and are about twice as heavy as half-spuds. Of course, you get twice as many shots using half-spuds and the muzzle velocity is about twice as fast with a half-spud.		There are several ways to cut the spuds and the resulting shells are generally called either "full-spuds" of "half-spuds". Full-spuds will seal a bit better and are about twice as heavy as half-spuds. Of course, you get twice as many shots using half-spuds and the [[muzzle velocity]] is about twice as fast with a half-spud.
	[[Image:Cutting_spuds_5inch.jpg\|left\|frame\|Methods of cutting spuds.]]<br clear="all" />		[[Image:Cutting_spuds_5inch.jpg\|left\|frame\|Methods of cutting spuds.]]<br clear="all" />

Jimmy101: Added spud cutting info

2008-03-25T19:51:48Z

Added spud cutting info

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	[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatoes.]]		[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatoes.]]

	The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely ~~an effect~~ of their low cost and availability.		The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely because of their low cost and wide availability.
	~~Due to using a~~ [[spud cutter]] to cut the potato to size, ~~they have~~ a ~~nearly~~ air tight fit~~, to~~ the ~~point where~~ it ~~can prevent loading~~. (a solution is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]])		A [[spud cutter]] is used to cut the potato to the size of the barrel, giving a basically air tight fit. In extreme cases the spud will split or be cruched as it is loaded. (A solution to this problem is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]].)

	==~~Use~~ and ~~target performance~~==		==Selection, cutting and use==
	Typically large and juicy ~~ones~~ are preferred~~, as~~ the ~~size is needed for larger barrels~~ and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when ~~muzzle~~ loaded.		Typically large and juicy spuds are preferred. The size should be greater than the barrel diameter and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when loaded. Usually the spud is cut to the proper size for the barrel by a [[spud_cutter]], a knife edge sanded into the end of the barrel.

			There are several ways to cut the spuds and the resulting shells are generally called either "full-spuds" of "half-spuds". Full-spuds will seal a bit better and are about twice as heavy as half-spuds. Of course, you get twice as many shots using half-spuds and the muzzle velocity is about twice as fast with a half-spud.
			[[Image:Cutting_spuds_5inch.jpg\|left\|frame\|Methods of cutting spuds.]]<br clear="all" />

			==Target performance==
	Upon impact with:		Upon impact with:
	*A twig, a potato typically survives.		*A twig, a potato typically survives.
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	==specifications==		==specifications==
	*Density: varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or .58oz per cubic inch)		*Density: varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or 0.58oz per cubic inch)

	==external links==		==external links==

Saladtossser: spelling

2006-08-02T21:12:26Z

spelling

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	Due to using a [[spud cutter]] to cut the potato to size, they have a nearly air tight fit, to the point where it can prevent loading. (a solution is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]])		Due to using a [[spud cutter]] to cut the potato to size, they have a nearly air tight fit, to the point where it can prevent loading. (a solution is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]])

	==Use and target ~~preformance~~==		==Use and target performance==
	Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when muzzle loaded.		Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when muzzle loaded.

	Upon impact with:		Upon impact with:
	*A twig, a potato ~~typicaly~~ survives.		*A twig, a potato typically survives.
	*A water-filled ~~milkjug~~, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs"; small bits of potato only a few mm in size.		*A water-filled milk jug, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs"; small bits of potato only a few mm in size.
	*A tree, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs".		*A tree, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs".
	*A rock, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs".		*A rock, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs".

Boilingleadbath: formatting

2006-08-02T02:40:14Z

formatting

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	The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely an effect of their low cost and availability.		The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely an effect of their low cost and availability.
	~~Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as~~ a ~~lubricant in the~~ [[~~barrel~~]] ~~when muzzle loaded. They also~~ have ~~the advantage of forming~~ a nearly air tight fit in the ~~barrel when cut to size with a muzzle knife or [[spud cutter]], which~~ can prevent loading ~~and thus be an inconvenience at times; see~~ [[muzzle loading]] ~~for solution.~~		Due to using a [[spud cutter]] to cut the potato to size, they have a nearly air tight fit, to the point where it can prevent loading. (a solution is offered [[muzzle loading\|here]])

	~~The density~~ of a potato ~~(as expected from~~ a ~~foodstuff)~~ varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or .58oz per cubic inch)		==Use and target preformance==
			Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when muzzle loaded.

			Upon impact with:
			*A twig, a potato typicaly survives.
			*A water-filled milkjug, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs"; small bits of potato only a few mm in size.
			*A tree, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs".
			*A rock, a potato is reduced to "potato crumbs".

			==specifications==
			*Density: varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or .58oz per cubic inch)

	==external links==		==external links==

Benstern at 20:24, 18 March 2006

2006-03-18T20:24:51Z

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	The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely an effect of their low cost and availability.		The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely an effect of their low cost and availability.
	Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. They also have the advantage of forming a nearly air tight fit in the barrel when cut to size with a muzzle knife or [[spud cutter]], which can prevent loading and thus be an inconvenience at times; see [[muzzle loading]] for solution.		Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the [[barrel]] when muzzle loaded. They also have the advantage of forming a nearly air tight fit in the barrel when cut to size with a muzzle knife or [[spud cutter]], which can prevent loading and thus be an inconvenience at times; see [[muzzle loading]] for solution.

	The density of a potato (as expected from a foodstuff) varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or .58oz per cubic inch)		The density of a potato (as expected from a foodstuff) varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or .58oz per cubic inch)

Boilingleadbath: +link, +density, reorganized

2006-03-17T06:24:16Z

+link, +density, reorganized

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	[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard ~~potatos~~.]]		[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatoes.]]

	The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are ~~perferred~~, ~~this is because~~ the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. ~~Also when muzzle loaded,~~ the ~~spud is typically forced into~~ the barrel ~~that has~~ a [[~~muzzle knife~~]] ~~on the end. When this is done~~, ~~the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel~~ which ~~makes~~ an ~~air tight seal~~.		The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. This is largely an effect of their low cost and availability.
			Typically large and juicy ones are preferred, as the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. They also have the advantage of forming a nearly air tight fit in the barrel when cut to size with a muzzle knife or [[spud cutter]], which can prevent loading and thus be an inconvenience at times; see [[muzzle loading]] for solution.

	~~Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere~~, ~~thus why~~ it ~~started as the original ammo~~.		The density of a potato (as expected from a foodstuff) varies, although it is typically around 1.1 g/ml (16g or .58oz per cubic inch)

			==external links==
			[http://www.starch.dk/isi/starch/tm5www-potato.htm International Starch Institute: potato density]


			[[Category:Projectiles]]

GalFisk: fixed link, bold, etc

2006-03-15T15:59:31Z

fixed link, bold, etc

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	[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatos.]]		[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatos.]]

	The potato (aka spud), the most common ~~and original~~ ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are ~~perfered~~, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [[~~Muzzle Knife~~]] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.		The '''potato''' (aka '''spud''') is the original and most common ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are perferred, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [[muzzle knife]] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.

	Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.		Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.

PCGUY at 22:21, 14 March 2006

2006-03-14T22:21:27Z

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	[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatos.]]		[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatos.]]

	The potato (aka spud), the most common and original ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are perfered, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [Muzzle Knife] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.		The potato (aka spud), the most common and original ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are perfered, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [[Muzzle Knife]] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.

	Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.		Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.

PCGUY at 22:19, 14 March 2006

2006-03-14T22:19:44Z

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	[[Image:Potato.jpg]]		[[Image:Potato.jpg\|frame\|Some standard potatos.]]

	The potato (aka spud), the most common and original ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are perfered, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [Muzzle Knife] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.		The potato (aka spud), the most common and original ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are perfered, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [Muzzle Knife] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.

	Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.		Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.

PCGUY at 22:18, 14 March 2006

2006-03-14T22:18:57Z

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[[Image:Potato.jpg]]

The potato (aka spud), the most common and original ammo for a spud cannon. Typically large and juicy ones are perfered, this is because the size is needed for larger barrels and the juice acts as a lubricant in the barrel when muzzle loaded. Also when muzzle loaded, the spud is typically forced into the barrel that has a [Muzzle Knife] on the end. When this is done, the spud is shaved to a perfect fit for the barrel which makes an air tight seal.

Potatos are also typically fairly cheap and can be found anywhere, thus why it started as the original ammo.