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Dan Espen

Paul MR writes:

wrote:
On May 9, 2:33�am, Paul MR wrote:
After living with them for months, I've finally decided to get rid of
big concrete chunks (remains of an old retaining wall) from my back
yard. �Question: �What non-power tools do I need to buy to break these
into pieces small enough for me to lift and carry down the stairs - say
60 pounds or less? �I thought big sledge hammer would shatter them;
wrong! �I have more time on my hands than money at the moment.
Paul in San Francisco
rent a electric jackhammer........

Do you think that someone who has never touched an electric jackhammer
before can operate one safely and successfully? I'm willing to try if
your answers are yes. Any helpful tips?
Paul in San Francisco

Yes, I used one a few years ago.
You should be fit enough to lift one.
The tip will get stuck in the concrete if you drive
it in too far making extra work to remove it but
it's not real hard.

I broke up a big patio and had black and blue marks on
my legs after 8 hours but it wasn't all that bad.