welwell

I disagree, I have a Hilux Invincibe and it takes 5 of us down to the south of France every year carrying far more camping equipment than you could ever get in an estate in fact next year if my girls take anymore we may be heading down in the Iveco!!. Personally I think on a decent smooth motorway (admittedly not many of those in the UK) the ride is pretty good you can knock up 400miles + in a day without too much fatigue. Corners, yes, are a different mater. Don't get me wrong, if i could squeeze all of the above in to a A6 or 5 series estate I would, but you simply cannot. I'd say double cab pickups are the most practical vehicle you could have......apart from you can't take them in the bloody tip!!!:thumb down: BTW I'd always go for the Toyota, having owned both Mitsu and Nissan's in the past. Hilux feels like it's cut from granite!! Never missed a beat

Trying a different approach here. Bit boring really, good rates of pay, decent conditions, gold plated chainsaws, high end work - mainly domestic but with a few decent corporate. Peroni on tap, good team of young enthusiastic climbers, based just outside of Canterbury but covering the entire of the south East, few clients in the south of France and Ibiza. What more can I say? Seriously, we are looking for a Team Leader, give me a tinkle or PM and we can meet over a coffee or pint.

Like all say on here, it really is easy, most tricky part is not dropping your tools when up the tree!! You'll be fine, check out the youtube vids, just remember to leave yourself plenty of tail!

I thought it was to do with wildlife etc, but "no pruning at all??"

Perhaps I missed this along the lines somewhere, but a client (farmer) of mine sent this through to me yesterday, we have a load of overgrown conifers to reduce (fairly heavily) along 3 sides of his orchard. Could this apply to conis? GAEC 7A - Hedges Cutting, trimming and removal You must not cut or trim a hedgerow between 1 March and 31 August (inclusive) unless: • the hedgerow overhangs a highway, road or footpath over which there is a public or private right of way and the overhanging hedgerow obstructs the passage of, or is a danger to, vehicles, pedestrians or horse riders • the hedgerow is dead, diseased, damaged or insecurely rooted and because of its condition, it or part of it, is likely to cause danger by falling on to a highway, road or footpath; or obstructs the view of drivers or the light from a public lamp • it is to carry out hedge-laying or coppicing during the period 1 March to 30 April (inclusive) • it is to trim a newly laid hedgerow by hand, within 6 months of it being laid • you have received written permission from the Secretary of State for the Environment to cut or trim during the month of August for the purposes of sowing oil seed rape or temporary grassland during the same August. GAEC 7A - Hedges cut or trim a tree on your farm between 1 March and 31 August (inclusive) each year, except where the tree: • overhangs a highway, or any other road or footpath, endangering or obstructing vehicles, pedestrians or horse-riders • obstructs or interferes with the view of drivers of vehicles or the light from a public lamp • is dead, diseased, damaged or insecurely rooted, and is a risk to human safety; • is in an orchard, or • the Secretary of State has given written permission to do so in order to enhance the environment, improve public or agricultural access, or for reasons relating to livestock or crop production. I know some is relevant and some isn't

That seems a little short sighted to me.

Hell yes, we used to have fights about who would have the heated husky!!

I'd agree with that. Not too many 50 yo arbs out there though, they all know better:001_cool:

It is hard to find a used hilux that isn't either bog standard (not that there's anything wrong with that) or a specced up version that has been abused. Pay the money for a new one and you don't need to worry about either of these. Got mine used and was lucky, tidy, looked after and decent spec..... but paid 14k (nye on) for the privilege. Always a compromise !!

You're right, I agree, but I still think it's a missed opportunity.

Correct....only 500 in the country

This is the model I have, it does make a difference, I know because I unplugged it once. Hilux I think will never be super rapid, but it does make it noticeable quicker, and for sure it improves MPG. We take ours with 5 people and camping gear down to the south of France once a year and it tanks its way down on the peage, see some confused looks from French folk when we burn past them. Even loaded with roof box and sticking to a decent 85 (ish) it still gives about 31MPG + it's and auto box. Ive heard that the chip box reduces engine life by approx 15%. I'd reckon even them it would still be good for 180k miles+. Mine has 115k and it still feels totally fine.

Here's ours. I still find it unbelievable that some folk drive around in un sign written trucks.

I'd be interested to see where this goes, I was told that re mapping Hilux was very difficult because of the DPF (please do not ask me what that means!!)

I think you're right. How was that registration plate possibly a coincidence?

Lets have a look at it, I'd be very interested in it as my surname is Elwell

I've always wanted to visit India, looks amazing and beautiful, would you go again?

I've had a Mitsubishi and a Nissan over the years, now on my first Hilux, and they feel as if they are cut from granite! I'm sure it's down to brand loyalty, but from my experience, the extra money is worth it, a slightly older Hilux will still out live a new alternative...well, that's my thoughts for what they are worth.

Controversial I know but........is it only me who is getting a little weary of the format and banter they have on the show?? I've always enjoyed it, but I have to say they are seeming all a little same(y) now??? Open the floodgates!!

We run an old Kwikchip 222, which we've had for over 7 years. It still works fine, surprisingly well actually, but I know advances in design etc has made for better machines. I have a decision to make, it's at an age/condition where I think it still has some value for me to sell on and use as a deposit for a new machine.....which I have to say I do like the look of the new Forst models. Or..... Keep it until it dies I do fully subscribe to the ethos of "If it ain't broke....." but it strikes me as an opportunity to move on, get a better, more efficient machine. Problem is, I get the feeling that the old girl will go on for ever and I may never see a new machine if I wait for it to break in a terminal way, such is the build quality!!! Decisions decisions What have you done in the past, or are you having the same though processes??

We,ve got an old 222. I rate it highly. Heavy and built to last, chips well and easy to repair. Local engineers will be good for bearings etc. I think chipper wise we've used Eric Hunter and engine wise, the Ruggerinni is widely used in plant, so any decent plant mechanic will be fine with it. Parts are easy to get hold from Limel in the Midlands. I'm sure after the teething problems it'll give you years of service......ours has.

We are looking for someone to run a crew. Maybe your deciding its time to scale down a little in your climbing but still love the job. Sounds perfect for someone in their late 20's or early 30's that still want to keep their hand in but does not want to be lead climber any more. We have a very good climbers on board, what I'm looking for is someone reliable trustworthy and someone who knows their onions! All the usual tickets are required (30 31 38 & 39) as is full drivers licence Duties would be all the usual stuff, turning up, loading up, liaising with clients, running jobs and making sure all is good before site is left. Work wise we mainly carry out high end domestic contracts. Hopefully someone' will find this of interest and make contact. Pretty much immediate start. PM or call me. Cheers. WAYNE

Bueller???

Anyone???

Hello to you all. We have a climbing position available, the only qualities I'm looking for is reliably and trustworthiness. Oh.... and all the relevant tickets of course 30,31,38 & 39 Not overly worried about experience, willingness to learn is more important to me, quite happy to train up on the job and more than happy to consider you if you have just finished college/course etc. We are a small family firm carrying out mainly high end domestic works. Good lads on board already, plenty of banter and decent work. What more can I say? PM me or give me a bell, let's chat. Tah very much