Rob D
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Update to this thread.... never seem to be able to get stuck into milling for a whole day but a couple of hours at a time only
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That is one of the most original benches I have ever seen - really like how it only reveals itself fully from a side angle.... In fact it's so good have started you a thread purely on it! http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/alaskan-mill/64647-one-coolest-benches-ive-yet-seen.html#post985629 I will be looking for a twisty tree like this to have a go myself! Did you use an Alaskan to mill it?
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This was posted in another thread but is so good have given it it's own thread. Very original design and just a cracking use of bendy wood. Made by 'pup' (Alun Jones).
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Some stones maybe for when you get one!
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You may think differently after getting a third, fourth and fifth! But I'll be varying the free bies!
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Ha ha! That's great line - may have to quote you on that!
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Yep they are indeed!
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Speaking to customer again it seems there is an allen screw that comes proud near where the heel of the bar sits... there is not enough room for the filled in part of the bar to sit behind this as it then hits the drive sprocket...
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10% arbtalk discount is now officially ended. Have done a few threads and posts on this the reason is mainly: All the products we import are now being pushed out to retailers - I've had a few grumbles in the past from existing retailers about how arbtalkers get a discount etc. and that we are undercutting them. Not many grumbles but one or two. This wasn't a major issue before but will be in the future as the bars are rolled out to more re sellers. So from now on - put 'ARBTALK' as the voucher code and you will get a free gift - not a cheap and cheerful free gift but one you will like and think 'Wow!' It will be linked to order size simple as that - larger the order the higher the value of the throw in. Any questions on this PM me.
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Bumping
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Put this up on another thread but actually think it warrants it's own thread really! I have a customer that has an MS150 and MS201 both back handled for carving. He is saying that the sugi carving bars don't fit because the heel of the bars do not have the slot cut out like the Stihl bars do. Can anyone furnish some pics as to show why this is? I want to get some dedicated Sugi bars for the MS150 (they will be 10", .043 guage) and need to get it right. But want to understand why they have to have this slot at the heel of the bar. Finally - how have those using the sprocket nose bar that comes with the saw found the sprocket nose has lasted? I would have thought carving with a sprocket nose bar would cause the sprocket to fail pretty quickly so would be interested to see how it has stood up....
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Yep - the light type versions are the dedicated Husky mount and fit the 550 and 560...
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Here's a deal for you - buy some of these new Sugi low vibe ones... use for a good while then post a review upon this thread with at least 5 pictures... I've used them and found them very good, loverly and warm, excellent anti vibe and.... they are machine washable! But I've not used them day in day out for chainsaw use... After you've updated this thread with pics and review I'll send you another pair free! Products for the category: Forestry equipment But - they only come in a medium size! So that could scupper the deal...
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Just bumping this thread as need some advice. I have a customer that has an MS150 and MS201 both back handled for carving. He is saying that the sugi carving bars don't fit because the heel of the bars do not have the slot cut out like the Stihl bars do. Can anyone furnish some pics as to show why this is? I want to get some dedicated Sugi bars for the MS150 (they will be 10", .043 guage) and need to get it right. But want to understand why they have to have this slot at the heel of the bar. Finally - how have those using the sprocket nose bar that comes with the saw found the sprocket nose has lasted? I would have thought carving with a sprocket nose bar would cause the sprocket to fail pretty quickly so would be interested to see how it has stood up....
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Awesome set up Jon
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Well spotted Matty - yes I'll update the thread with some milling pics as am trading beech for the oak - some very nice browns in there... although it's an awkward one to mill...
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From sawmill to finished furniture - a photo montage
Rob D replied to Big J's topic in Milling Forum
Very smart indeed - a lot of work and skill into a piece like that. -
Yep I should have kept loads more of that poplar - sold that rippled plank for £150-00 in the end... It takes a while to get an eye for it - something I'm still developing...
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I reckon down here in the south there's a good chance of seeing something like in 87... wet ground, trees in full leaf and consistent forecasts for very very strong winds. If it does blow to that extent then there will be a lot of timber available for milling. Also good for retailers selling gear. A lot of the trees will be big uns - weekend warriors will cut what they can but still have to call in someone to saw the main butt up. And further in the future - more awareness so more people wanting trees pruned, inspected, worked on because - remember what happened in 2013... etc we don't want that coming through the house.... could be a boost to the industry.
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John did this on Friday for the landlord - didn't take long! not sure how to rotate some of the pics
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The great big "Profession/Professional/Professionalism" debate.
Rob D replied to Andy Clark's topic in General chat
I'd say if you've done your NPTC certs, have insurance and it is more or less your full time occupation you can class yourself as a professional tree work. Within that there is experience, doing further qualifications etc some who are good at what they do and some that are not so good... but you could go on forever debating all that. -
All looks great Steve - looking at what you are producing I can see why you're thinking a Lucas/Peterson would work well.
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Auctioning off quite a few wood lots on ebay £0.99 start....
Rob D replied to Rob D's topic in Panther Mill UK
Good stuff - I'll be sending all out on Monday -
I have a peterson - they are very good - harder to set up than a bandsaw IMO.... but on large logs they are quicker if you want dimensional timber.
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Yep that would work well too - although then I think you would prob def need a forklift or similar to move it around and re saw... But yep good idea.
