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Anyone use pick up trucks for small/medium tree and hedge jobs?
nepia replied to Lou Brown's topic in Arb-Trucks
I've used Navara Kingcabs for 18 years. You can add a trailer to carry more and/or make up some greedy boards. Do you have a tripod ladder? If so you can use it to hold down several dumpy bags of arisings; stand on the ladder to press the dumpy bags down and to get the front feet down into the back of the buck against the tailgate and strap the thin end to the ladder rack behind the cab (you need one of those to put mesh onto to protect the rear screen). All sounds a bit niche but it's how I've done small tree and hedge work for all that time (with the trailer bit). -
Iam 48 >>>>>>yet to meet 22 year old who beat me in anything !!!!!
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A lot depends on what your core work will be. If you’re regularly killing big rows of connies the bigger the better. Standard garden works any hydraulic chipper will make you smile after using a gravity fed.
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North Korean scam operator? Bot? -
Makita DUC254 (but put 1/4 pitch chain) or Echo 2500T are the lightest. Personally I have the 254, it's great for this type of stuff.
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Time Left: 6 days and 21 hours
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Timberwolf TW 280 PHB Wood chipper in good Woking order, I have owned this chipper from new 18/02/2022 and it has been serviced regularly and very well maintained,it has been kept inside a garage since day one .maximum diameter in-feed 210mm. Has done 1015.4 hours and this will continue to increase until my new one is delivered. LED lights all round, cones and Ally tool box will not be included in the sale.unfortunately VAT has to be added, IP10 postcode for reference. No outstanding finance. Genuine buyers please, haven’t got time for idiots Call Paul 07979226497 £12,000 plus vat ONO£12,000
Ipswich, Suffolk - GB
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They were excellent with my Transit mate, and I know @Treetom15 was very pleased with his 4x4 conversion.
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Too embarrassed to show their faces.
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On my hakki pilke the splitter runs automatic after cut is made. The problem is the splitter just keeps running back and forth and does not stop. Can anybody tell me how to adjust this so it will stop when it returns?
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I've got turnable chute on my JoBeau, can't say I have noticed that turning it causes blockage - more down to overfeeding leafy or stringy material as it's the weight of chips which push stuff through.
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04 August 2025 – FGM Claymore, the official distributor of ECHO tools in the UK, is proud to announce that Lowe Maintenance, a respected chainsaw and machinery training provider based in North Yorkshire, has become an ECHO Affiliated Training Centre. As an affiliated training centre, Lowe Maintenance will incorporate ECHO equipment into their courses, providing students with the opportunity to learn using industry-leading tools that are trusted by professionals worldwide. Lowe Maintenance’s expertise in delivering professional training in forestry, arboriculture, and land-based machinery aligns perfectly with ECHO’s commitment to reliability, performance, and user safety. “We are delighted to welcome Lowe Maintenance as an ECHO Affiliated Training Centre,” said Paul Butterly, Managing Director of FGM Claymore. “This partnership reflects ECHO’s continued investment in the UK market and our commitment to equipping users with top- tier tools throughout their training.” “Becoming an ECHO Affiliated Training Centre is a fantastic opportunity for us and our students,” said Demelza Lowe, of Lowe Maintenance. “We’re proud to align with a brand that shares our dedication to safety, quality, and professional standards. Using ECHO equipment in our courses means our learners get to train with reliable, high-performance tools that prepare them for real-world challenges.” This collaboration will ensure that learners receive practical training with the latest equipment, enhancing their skills and confidence for future careers in the industry. -
Since acquiring UK distribution rights for the ECHO brand three years ago - and more recently introducing the ECHO Robotics range of commercial robots - FGM Claymore has experienced significant growth in the autonomous turf care sector. To support this continued momentum, the company is pleased to announce the appointment of James Tatters, who brings over 10 years of experience with the ECHO Robotics commercial product line. James’s in-depth technical knowledge and practical field expertise will significantly enhance FGM Claymore’s service capabilities and product support. “James’s expertise will further strengthen our support and service offering as we continue to lead in autonomous turf care,” said Paul Butterly, Managing Director of FGM Claymore. James Tatters will work closely with Sam Daybell, Head of Robotics for the UK and Ireland, as the robotics division continues to grow. This growth is further marked by the launch of Sunseeker Elite, a new domestic robotic line and the latest brand to join the FGM Claymore portfolio. With an expanded team and a broader product range, FGM Claymore is well-positioned to meet increasing market demand in both commercial and domestic robotic turf care. -
There are ones that split and ones that don't, if the grains double twisted it does literally just bounce back the axe or maul.
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Our friends down the road had one that died gradually, I was a bit reticent volunteering to get involved - luckily it fell over in a storm and he cut it up and burnt it.
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That would be facts Oldfeller, not popular with some. The 20 times more likely just doesn’t seem to be registering with some people. As is always the case there’s never any compassion for the young child who was the innocent victim in all this from those same types . They don’t seem to be getting the fact many of these illegals are from a culture that does not respect women or girls at all and does not see the age of 12 in this case as a factor. But that would be those inconvenient facts again.
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I'd be considering a longer one and a shorter one these days - start a smaller hole as support for the longer bits.
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A weird comment from Trump over the weekend, word to the effect of "I didn't order Epstein to be killed". To be fair, neither did I but that isn't a thought that has ever crossed my mind to make a public denial about it. Thinking further about Trumps best pal, odd isn't it that the prison he died in only has a single CCTV camera that didn't quite point at Epsteins cell, no cameras pointing at the perimeter or gates that would show anyone coming or going, say an hour either side of his suicide - one for the MAGA conspiracy theorists there then, why arn't we being shown those video feeds as well (I'd be assuming any 'killer' wouldn't have been a prison staff member there of course). This story keeps going on and on, longer than the 24 hours press interest I thought it would do.
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Not a planning expert but I suspect you're fine on the tree btw. Enjoy it. Plant it far enough inside your boundary that your roots and branches don't encroach onto your neighbours' land as it reaches full size.
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Morning, wet through the night but blue sky for now. hatches are battened down, long distance Robo job postponed and a day of not very much. but fingers crossed for some windblown tree work as im bored and skint !
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Lots of them via the CoS across the Highlands and Islands if you feel the need. I missed out on this one (oiro £30k iirc) a few years ago, close to St Andrews so a very viable let.
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Some more local chicken consultants concur and also add that hindquarter feathering is another giveaway. Fluffy roundarses for girls. Sharper thighs for boys.
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This thread feels underused. It could be mega useful. Aware it's harder to post things without specific questions/stimulus but anyone feel free to chime in with any little win/loss they've experienced recently out there at the coalface of customer service. As seemingly insignificant as you like. Someone will learn something. Tell you what, let's talk websites. I'm writing the guff for mine atm. I know what most arb websites look like. What have people had on theirs that have caused them grief? What don't you have on there but keep thinking you should add?
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Fancy a career working in the tree and vegetation management industry? Love working in the great outdoors? We have full time positions open for climbers and groundsmen to work across multiple work streams. Applicants must be self motivated and prepared to work within a team. Industry qualifications in chainsaw use and climbing are preferred but not essential. The ability to get to and from our yard near Colburn on time is an absolute must!! We offer competitive salaries based on experience with the chance to move up as your career progresses within the business. At PLS were passionate about training and upskilling our team. We deliver training on a regular basis so you can be sure to progress in the tree care industry and maximise earning potential. To apply, please send a brief CV and contact details to: [email protected] #treesurgeon#treecare#utilityarb#jointheteam#arboricuture#arborist#training
