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It's been very hot here for the last week or so. 29c today, a little warmer tomorrow, but looks like it's settling down into something a bit more seasonal mid-week. I'm honestly looking forward to it - I'm absolutely useless in this heat. Happiest when it's no more than about 15c, and perfectly content at well below freezing.

£1200 for what? What bunch of crooks was this?

The four principal orientations of manual rotating grabs on skidsteers are: Scorpion Battering ram Bulldozer Claw machine Amen.

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Just got a new rope and thought I'd order a proper eye splice. A professional splice is a first for me, but it has me doubting: The eye itself feels pretty weak. It folds flat and feels a bit flimsy, like multiple core strands have been removed. The eye certainly looks like other eyes I've seen, even in professional splicing documentation, and it has proper sewing and markings. But it folds so flat that it makes me think of the "when to retire your rope" warning figures where the rope no longer has proper resistance to bending. I guess it's normal? It just doesn't feel intuitive that this splice has higher MBS than a figure 8... The picture shows the splice and another section of rope that I'm pinching with medium finger force. The rope is Courant Squir 2.0 11.5 mm.

I think the newer botex cranes are much better than the old ones. Everything is just more polished and a lot more options than ever. I've used the 5050 the 560 on the roof and the trailer. 570 on the trailer and the 580 on a trailer. From the piano leavers on the 5050 to the pilot electro hydraulic on the 580tl. The lift capacity is still good and the build quality is nice. For big timber I do like a botex but they are slow compared to a farms Kronos or any of the other scandi cranes. Depending on what you plan on doing with it if you could find a used gen 2 farms 12 tonne or even a 9 it's probably a better forestry trailer. If you do big hardwoods the straight bolsters and near 3 tonne lift is hard to beat.

All the best for the future Pete. 👍

I was going to say I wonder how it will go with Putin tomorrow, but after reading the last few pages I think I will leave the pedo, sex trafficker sympathises to their own devices. Bye.

well done sir, and the very best of luck to you.

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Used engine oil is carcinogenic so not good for you , also it contains swarf so not good for your bar and chain . I am beginning to think " old fella " is on the money here .

Vat of Chilli to freeze up for the old folk! Teaching then how to read a packet mix! Sweet!

Hi, I'm looking for self employed groundy/brush cutter operators to help out on some late Himalayan Balsam control sites, in wetland near Knutsford/ S.Manchester. Other dates are a possibility. Wellies and some prior experience are necessary, but no machines or cert needed, really. Call me for further details. Nick 07973 701 898

Job Description We are looking for a self motivated HarvaDig drive to join our Forestry department who has a passion for working in the outdoors and in a forest environment. We work in many locations in and around Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire and beyond. The role of the HarvaDig driver would be harvesting timber ready for staking. The candidate must be confident at driving a digger and from a rural back ground with general knowledge of agriculture. FMO tickets would be a bonus but not necessary as these can be attained for the right person. Must be hardworking and work as part of a team. Must be able to work to deadlines. Bonus scheme. Possible overtime. Competitive salary depending on experience. 29 days holiday. Company car. PPE provided. Job Type: Full-time, permanent Pay: From £35,000.00 Ability to commute/relocate: - Cheltenham GL54 5HF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: - Agricultural: 1 year (preferred) - Digger driving: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: - Driving licence (required) Work Location: In person

seems quite a common and not unexpected result, on more than one forum. didn't your "instincts" tell you you cant just claim disused railway lines, or using waste motor oil as chain lube was a seriously bad practice? not to mention the Himalayan Balsam which seems to change it's name with every post. but please continue, it's quite entertaining, and who knows what you might come up with next. The Dim Wits Member Mixed Farmer Aug 7, 2025 #16 I dont think there is much more to say hear really

All four pillars of the EU’s economic strategy and great power project now lie in ruins. | Annamaria Mignano | 23 comments WWW.LINKEDIN.COM All four pillars of the EU’s economic strategy and great power project now lie in ruins. Europe sub-contracted... 🤔Interesting view.

Morning All.

Just saw this on Ali Express. The real Akimbo is nearly €500 from Honey Brothers. I'm not going to buy this, or an Akimbo, just curious if anyone has tried the Ali version and what do we think about it? The skeletonized cut-out near the top seems weird to me.

There are only a few intact ones left apparently. I've never actually seen one before.

My aux lever latches up or down, so far flipping it one way or the other for each hose has worked.

Climbing Arborist Vacancy Amesbury, Wiltshire Bawden Tree Care is looking for an experienced, qualified and enthusiastic climbing arborists to join the team at our Wiltshire base. Applicants should be confident and experienced in climbing, pruning and technical removal works, working to high standards and industry best practice. They must also be able to operate chainsaws, rigging and other plant and equipment associated with arboriculture, in a safe and proficient manner. The successful applicants will work as part of a skilled and focused team, completing a range of arboricultural tasks and operations. This position is based at our Amesbury office in South Wiltshire. The job will require working within a 2-to-4-person teams on projects that vary in both size, nature and location. This role will involve delivering high quality arboricultural works across Wiltshire and surrounding counties, and, very occasionally, staying away for short periods. Salary - £32,000 - £36,000 depending upon experience Essential Requirements Be highly motivated and able to work an extremely high standard of both safety and quality. Proven record of experience and success in a similar role. NPTC Units CS30, 31, 38 and 39. Full driving licence - category BE. Be willing to work as part of a team. A focus on safe working practice. Desirable Skills, Qualifications & Qualities NPTC Units: CS 32, 40, and 41. Pre-1997 licence or trailer licence - C1E. MEWP competency (IPAF or NPTC). Plant and machinery certificates; for example, wood-chipper and stump-grinder. Mobile elevating work platforms training. Chapter 8 - New Roads & Street Works Act Certificate. Benefits Career development opportunities. 28 days paid holiday, including public holidays. Company pension. Full personal protective equipment and climbing equipment is provided. Regular employee reviews. Annual training plans. Staff uniforms. About Us Bawden Tree Care is part of privately-owned Bawden Contracting Services Ltd. We deliver tree care and arboricultural services to a wide range of customers, typically including private domestic clients, the Ministry of Defence, parishes, town and borough councils, country estates and commercial business parks. Our customers provide a varied source of interesting and exciting tree work on regular basis. As well as providing traditional tree surgery, the business is also focused on delivering related environmental and ecological services to customers, so any interest or experience in this sphere of the industry would be a distinct advantage. We maintain Arboricultural Association 'Approved Contractor' accreditation, and we are ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 accredited. So, fancy it? Candidates can apply directly to us by downloading an application form and e-mailing it to [email protected] along with your CV, or sending it to our head office at Unit 2 Mills Way Centre, Mills Way, Amesbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7AU. If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the position, don't hesitate to contact our Tree Care Manager, Steve Woollard on 01980 669911.