> I want to pull the container down an incline that drops
> about 1 rod per 100 feet. I am going to assume the
> incline won't make much difference..... it may assist
> me a bit.

Wrong assumption, 1 to 7 incline would assist you greatly. If you cut
the container loose, it would do the job on its own.

> I will put some logs under it to reduce the drag friction.

Some grease instead would be better and don't forget about placing a
lot of sand at the end of the path.

WARNING: USE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS TO DO THE ABOVE. DOING IT ON YOUR
OWN YOU ARE UNDER THE RISK OF YOUR AND OTHERS HEALTH/PROPERTY DAMAGE.

You've been warned.
Good Luck.
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