Rob D
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Ditto the above.
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Very original - he'll be lovin that
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I'd PM spud for his advice - the only thing I think is a bit strange is why all the taking apart and pressure testing before looking at the carb? Poor idling - I'd have thought first change the spark plug, then start looking looking at the carb.... then if that doesn't solve anything start taking the engine to pieces.
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Well said Andy and what an inspirational thread. Good on you for getting out there and making it happen (hat's off smilee!).
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I wouldn't worry too much about it as it's only an add on type thing... yes Nick Speakman sent me a pic (as below). I'm not too sure about this many large holes as I'd have thought it would effect the rigidity of the bar. But I'll be getting some carving bars with x3 or x4 23mm holes every 2" or so to help give an idea of how far in the wood the bar is. But they'll be 4 months off yet....
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Ha ha! I haven't got any of those in this time.... The reason is because I have to buy a minimum of each type of bar and I've had to re mortgage to get these in! They do x3 types: laminated bars similar to Stihl and Oregon where x2 plates are welded and the gap filled with resin. the lightweight bars - these are pretty unique in that the solid bars have sections removed and filled with resin (look in the pic below). solid bars - single piece of steel. The pic below is a solid bar with sections removed - these will then be filled with resin.
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I won't be Jonsie will have them on his stand (as well as the chainsaw mills) so you'll be able to see them in the flesh there.
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Ha ha! Not a chance - I could do buy a bar and chain and get the same chain free and free postage?
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I can vouch for the quality of Jon's timber as had a double pallet of elm a month ago - loverly stuff!
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I don't mind doing an introductory offer to launch them ..... So open to suggestions on what that offer would be? What offer would tempt you to giving one a go?
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The build quality is supposed to be better and in short they should last longer than other bars. Also one thing I've found is that the company is receptive to new ideas i.e. the 46" bars they have made for me are the longest bar they have made to date - previously they made up to 42". I wanted carving bars with holes or markings that give an idea of how far the bar is in the wood - they will be available in a few months. I found that a refreshing attitude from a large multi national company willing to try new ideas.
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Yep - will be interesting to see what you think. They feel a little lighter than the Stihl and Oregon solid bars - will have to weigh them to see if they are. They do lightweight versions as well which are supposed to be very good - but I'm not sure if the demand is here for them? I have had a Stihl lightweight 36" bar here for 6 months....
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T I don't think so - Tsumura bars are made by a different company in Japan but they are also judged to be very good quality bars - pretty sure the Oregon carving bars are made by Tsumura. They have 'Made in Japan' on the sleeve. The solid Sugihara bars have the same finish which looks really hard wearing - metallic with a hard clear laquer? The laminated Sugi bars are painted but do look well made as well... time will tell!
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Just got my first shipment of Sugihara bars from Japan. I got these in because I heard that they were very well built and were some of the longest lasting bars... as per this quote: “Most loggers wear out chain saw bars with their chainsaws. I have worn out chainsaws with my Sugihara chain saw bar.” Which is no doubt exaggeration but I'm pretty sure these are some quality kit. They supply 80% of the Japanese pro market and have been manufacturing bars since 1957. I'll be listing these on the website soon. Jonsie is taking a load if you want to see them in the flesh and I'll be looking to get them into other dealers as well. I've gone for the laminated bars up to and inc 20" then the solid pro bars inc 25" to 46" for both Husky and Stihl mounts. Pricewise they are just over the price of the Stihl equivalent.
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I've got plenty of bits here that would do it but you'd have to come over and pick one out.
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That's a big old lump of wood! Really you need a pretty monster set up for something like that.... if it's 6ft then a 7ft bar wouldn't do it you'd need an 84" bar or even something like a large double ended setup with a powerhead at each end... I've got some 72" double ended bars here but that's their length in total - they would mill around 56" wide... you can use these with an 880 and a helper handle with roller on the other end or x2 880 mount chainsaws. This would be more practical but you'd have to trim the sides down a bit.
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Always seemed to be conifers I underpriced - after they've been topped a few times they seem to contain so much material and hard to judge exactly how much there is to shift on a big un.... never lost money but broke even a few times....
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Looks really smart - will be interesting to see if it moves much as it dries but looks a nice job.
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I have x4 of these bars up for grabs. Usual price is £236-80+vat but these are £185-00+vat. Woodlandpro bars are simply rebranded cannon bars. £50-00+vat off! Go here: Products for the category: Special Offers These bars for MS880, 08,088,084,070,075,076,090 And (for these bars only and only as part of this offer) buy any chain from the custom chain selector here Custom chain loops and you will get another chain exactly the same absolutely free! But you have to buy it from the custom chain selector. The chain for this bar is .404 .063 122 drive links. That gives you up to another £50-00+vat off. There are only x4 bars and once they're gone this offer will not be repeated (in the short term anyway). And as an arbtalk member you'll get 4% disc off the total and also free delivery.
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In this case it's the wrong timber for the job - beech just does not last long outdoors. You'd be far better off with oak or cedar if you can get it. Beech is really a timber for indoors only.
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I have Stein chainsaw boots - I think they were £180-00 at last apf.... Prob wear them 30 hours a week. They'll last a good few months yet as well. Worth the money.
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Not sure why he said that ref the oiler - it doesn't really make a difference to oiling what pitch the chain is. As said .325 is standard on the MS250. You can buy a bar, chain and sprocket off my website Chainsawbars ? bars, chains and chainsaw accessories although the postage may be expensive for S.Ireland. I can ship up to 25kg for £25-00+vat but whether it's 1kg or 25kg that's what it costs me.
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That got there quick! I did put the chain around the bar but included some extra drive links and joining links in case the chain needs altering but that's the drive link count I was given .404 .063 194 drive links! Yep that bar is a big un and extra wide in the middle to help keep it stiff. Looking forward to see it in operation Stevie!
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Good set of pics and vids and also that looks to be a nice bit of walnut to boot!
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I find lumbering jack the best bit - always gives me a chuckle. I like the way the writer weaves current issues into the storyline.
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