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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 .

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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 sites near Knutsford/Manchester. Other dates possible, prior experience, but no machine or cert needed. Nick 07973 701 898

Been having a look lately at buying a Botex after a quite a few years out of the game due to ill health. What is everyone's opinions nowadays on the trailer / crane combo? Are they still as good as they used to be. I had an old 5050TL back in the day that I got second hand and was a gem to work with. Also looking at their new Mantis product that for the pruning. Thoughts? Don't want one but seems to be getting a controversial opinion online. Some love, some hate. Not sure why the divided opinion myself.

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

Pleasure working with you Pete. We wish you all the best in the future.

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

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Morning All.

Yet more empty bs dribbling from the fella in his mother's back bedroom, spending seconds gleaning information from Wikipedia thinking he understands the world outside. Grow up, you damn well know the difference between underage sex with a child and physical rape, Epstein wasn't shagging 12 year olds and you know full well pretty 20 something's knew there was a price to pay. But you'll be no doubt spend all night trawling the internet for your next TDS fix, instead of taking your meds like a good inmate at the loony bin.

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.

keep an eye on ibidder, that's where i found it and watch ebay some are scams though, so watch those. 1st base plant do have some older/ cheaper ones it's very much a case of waiting for one to come up, older ones do. just not every day 👍

Do you have a piston stop for spark plug hole? If you approach from both sides and make a mark then you can find the middle.

Hi everyone, I’ve recently taken on the role of National Account Manager for Northern England and Scotland at Lantra, and I’m keen to get a feel for what things are really like on the ground from those working in arboriculture and forestry. I’m particularly interested in hearing your experiences around: Demand for training in your area — are there specific courses or skills in high demand? Finding trainers — have you found it easy or difficult to get the right trainers for the courses you need? Availability — are courses available when you need them, or do you face long waits? Travel — are most training opportunities within a reasonable commuting distance, or do you have to travel far? I want to understand this from your point of view so I can help ensure the right training is available, in the right places, at the right time. Any insights, frustrations, or positive stories would be really appreciated — either as a reply here or via DM if you prefer. Thanks in advance, Katy

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