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bill

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  1. these scumbags nearly got me, luckly i got a call from a fellow surgeon who had also been had. they are targeting new business's, read up on them on this link below. http://www.blagger.com/db4/company_id/4739/companyname/Vardis.html
  2. i had 2 top handle chains snap in a row and i was using rapeseed oil. it might be ok for larger chains but watch out for overheating.
  3. ive got some plugs in the fridge, i havent got round to using them yet. i lost the instructions, im sure it said to keep the log in a plastic bag for a few months? anyone know about this method?
  4. 341 with a 15" bar would be nice. ive got an 18 on mine and its not great. has not let me down tho. im going to get one of those makita 7900 next.
  5. bill

    Irish Yew

    i always thought the golden coloured yews were irish yews
  6. i use petzl ok on both ends
  7. ive got a long tail on my fisherman's and in the underpants department.
  8. bill

    call out

    i got a call saturday morning for a small tree that had blown over, thats all. it was really blowing here friday night.
  9. if its double when holding, what is it when its being shock loaded at varying heights bob?
  10. bill

    Hemp Logs

    how much does it cost compared to logs?
  11. bill

    Climbing Kit

    helmet with chin strap, rope, harness, lanyard, split tail, 3/4 Carabiner with 3 way locks.
  12. in a tight spot rigging down smaller stuff, isnt that topping strop a little excessive?
  13. maybe one day we will be as good as you guys, who knows?
  14. mine is a length of 13mm rope with a big dan carabina on the end. i use it instead of a block or pulley for rigging down light stuff.
  15. I'll make tea, bob can race up the beech's.
  16. im with trust, 500 quid if you have your basic tickets and lolar.
  17. this is it, what is the point of a 3.5m split tail on 13mm?
  18. yes they work, i picked one up the other day from screw fix. tried it out on some big sycamore rings and it split them in half.the axe would just bounce off it.
  19. thanks to jonesie for the split tail that i won. i got the price list and will be buying some gear in the new year. now what to do with a 3.5m 13mm split tail, anyone? so far im thinking lanyard or making a topping down strop?
  20. just pay him, piss in his flask and never use him again.

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