How much weight?

[jhixf564]

How much weight do I need on the deepwater end of my drowning cables for rats and beavers?  My idea for the rats was to pour concrete into 5" pvc forms with a eye-bolt in to one end and attach it with a quick link.  I'm just starting out and don't know but one thing.  110s will not only catch small animals, but also detain a 220lb dummy for 20 minutes trying to figure out how to get that darn thing of his hand with just one hand to do it with.

[Bogmaster]

564, the amount of weight for beaver depends on the type of bottom.A hard or solid bottom takes more weight than a mucky or muddy bottom.Best bet is to haul some empty sacks with and fill with rocks and such at the site.Experiment a bit with your weights--a big beaver on a solid bottom takes a good heavy weight.
 Your pvc should do alright with rats--also invest in a safety gripper,helps keep your hands --trap free. Tom

[Dan Mich Trapper]

I agree with the rat weights but , myself , I like disposable stakes for beaver . They are quick , light weight and they dont pullout .