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10/15/2024 7:06:20 PM EDT
My old Game Winner feeder has been limping along for years and it's time to replace it.

The new models at Academy don't get great reviews due to the plate that sits under the spinner. It's supposed to act as a critter guard, but it sounds like corn gets jammed up in there after a few weeks and I don't want to deal with that.

What feeders are y'all running? Where do you shop for them?

Looking for metal construction, preferably an easy fill height, easy to work on, solar ready or preinstalled. 250-300 pound capacity
10/15/2024 9:07:48 PM EDT
[Last Edit: rmrrm][Edited] [#1]
Go to Buccee's and get one of their feeders. They are made by All Season Feeders.  I think they are around $475-$500 and that includes a battery and timer (which you get inside at the register when you pay).  Holds 600 lbs of corn, which you can also get at Buccee's.

Looks like this
10/15/2024 9:13:27 PM EDT
[Last Edit: texashark][Edited] [#2]
West Texas feeder supply.
One and done.
I’ve been using some 15 years.
The best timer you can buy.

Put it on an Outback feeder. Never have to work on a feeder again.
https://www.outbackfeeders.com/
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10/15/2024 9:38:27 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By rmrrm:
Go to Buccee's and get one of their feeders. They are made by All Season Feeders.  I think they are around $475-$500 and that includes a battery and timer (which you get inside at the register when you pay).  Holds 600 lbs of corn, which you can also get at Buccee's.

Looks like this
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I'm familiar with the Bucees feeder but it feels kinda weird buying a feeder at bucees. And they seem to use the same design as the Academy model. In the second photo, you can see the wide plate under the spinner. Corn that doesn't make it all the way out gets hung up over time, or at least that's a complaint seen in reviews.

But now that you mentioned it, I feel like a store closer to me might sell a different style? Idk but I'll be close to a Bucees this weekend so maybe I'll check them out.

I'm also looking at the Treeline model from Tractor Supply Company.

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ETA well I found a big thread on Texas Hunting Forums and they get pretty good reviews there
10/16/2024 6:45:15 PM EDT
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I bought a Buccee's feeder a couple of years ago based on the TX Hunting Forum reviews.  It's on my property, so I keep it filled year-round.  I have only had one issue...the spinner plate set screw came loose.  I thought the motor went out so ordered a replacement.  When I went to replace it, I realized the set screw just needed tightened.  Been working great for 8 months since that happened and now I have a spare motor.  The motor was about $30 from All Season.
10/16/2024 8:16:04 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By rmrrm:
I bought a Buccee's feeder a couple of years ago based on the TX Hunting Forum reviews.  It's on my property, so I keep it filled year-round.  I have only had one issue...the spinner plate set screw came loose.  I thought the motor went out so ordered a replacement.  When I went to replace it, I realized the set screw just needed tightened.  Been working great for 8 months since that happened and now I have a spare motor.  The motor was about $30 from All Season.
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That's a big concern of mine is the ability to work on the unit as they all need work eventually. Glad to hear it sounds like they are serviceable and you can buy spare parts
10/18/2024 8:06:07 PM EDT
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@rmrrm

Did you take an assembled feeder from the front of the store or do they come in a box?
10/18/2024 9:11:04 PM EDT
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That ain't hunting. That's  shooting.
10/19/2024 8:03:51 AM EDT
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That ain't hunting. That's  shooting.
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Have you ever hunted along the edge of a cornfield or bean field? Ever hunted next to a food plot? Or hung a stand in an oak tree?
10/19/2024 8:41:17 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By R3L04D:
Have you ever hunted along the edge of a cornfield or bean field? Ever hunted next to a food plot? Or hung a stand in an oak tree?
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Originally Posted By R3L04D:
Originally Posted By bigborehound:
That ain't hunting. That's  shooting.
Have you ever hunted along the edge of a cornfield or bean field? Ever hunted next to a food plot? Or hung a stand in an oak tree?



I do all mine from the road.  Hardest part is keeping the beer from spilling.  


I’ve had good luck with the American hunter /sunslinger
From academy but you need a ladder to fill.    Keeps the pigs from tearing it up though.  


10/19/2024 8:56:37 AM EDT
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I use one of those lowboy ones from Academy.  It's been great.  Only thing that has jammed was a cob was mixed in with my corn.  I just had to pull it out and was back in business.  The solar panel keeps thr battery charged and it slings corn 10 feet.
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10/19/2024 10:28:35 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By d16man:
I use one of those lowboy ones from Academy.  It's been great.  Only thing that has jammed was a cob was mixed in with my corn.  I just had to pull it out and was back in business.  The solar panel keeps thr battery charged and it slings corn 10 feet.
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Does it have the big plate under the spinner? Do you have problems with it?
10/20/2024 4:16:23 PM EDT
[Last Edit: rmrrm][Edited] [#12]
@R3L04D

No boxes.  Just grab one from the front of the store.  Just make sure they give you the timer mechanism when you pay.  Also, just remembered it did NOT come with a battery.  Uses a 12V and Buccee's sells those too.

10/20/2024 6:09:10 PM EDT
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Found a guy that sells them locally for $515 otd with a battery. Might see if I can bargain a bit but otherwise a few bucks cheaper after you factory in a battery and taxes.

I feel good about the feeder and will probably get one. Thanks for the tip

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