I use PVC gravity feeders and they have worked well, although we have a few fat little fox squirrels. <img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>

A buddy of mine got a feeder from Cabella's with a tripod and timer. He set it up 75 yards from his back porch. When the timer goes off and starts throwing feed the turkeys come running and even chase off the deer trying to feed. He spends a couple hours each day scatterring turkeys and squirrels with his .22.

Whether you have a timer or not you will be feeding all the critters in the area.

i build my own . i use 30 and 55 gallon drums. take three 6' lengths of 1&quot; square steel. i use a chop saw ,make cuts 6&quot; down but only through to the other side ,dont cut it all the way off . make a 1/8 &quot; gap approx. you can now bend it by hand , do all three legs and set angles the same. weld the gaps strong as new. then weld the legs to the barrel (use vise grips to clamp the leg to the barrel) you will need to use a mig or wire welder the barrels are thin and burn through easily. then just install the motor of your choice. you can have a local welding shop do the welding if you cant. i have built and sold a bunch of these. they are easy to build . you can adjust your legs as you see fit (length , height) i have 6 out right now most economical way to feed the varmints.

Get a &quot;on time&quot; feeder and your own 55 gal drum. The lid must fit tight and if you have a locking ring your better off. You can make your own legs. Be sure and seal any holes you drill.
Good Luck,
Rick