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  1. monkeybusiness
    From what I've seen/heard/been told, this info is spot on. The brand new GM150 uses the flywheel/feed roller/hopper design of the quadchip, but doesn't include the turntable, and packages it up in-line on the chassis (more like the TW150). I would imagine it will subsequently compete favourably on price, and will benefit from a much bigger letterbox feed than the TW, along with proper bearings. I've got a feeling that this machine will be the one that really steals Timberwolf's thunder...
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    Great idea, or even just heavily reduce? They are supporting their current loading with the cracks - why not 50% reduce the relevant limbs (Oak will fire up from almost anything so don't be put off by poor choice of points to reduce to - 'pollard' necessary limbs/branches if needs be). If you can avoid pruning back to the stem/trunk then do so, but in reality a healthy Oak will recover from whatever you choose to do to it. Any rot that sets in and de-stabilises a currently healthy tree will certainly not be a problem of our generation!
  3. monkeybusiness
    Pete Unfortunately I am on holiday until after the APF (very very poor planning on my part, but possibly saved me a divorce), but these new machines look very interesting! I do have a couple of questions though... Is the whole road tow range (including all engine options) under 750kg (and do they come on a braked chassis)? What blades are they running (disk/quadchip/something else/the option to use both-all etc?) How heavy is the tracked machine, and are the tracks expandable? What warranty are you offering? Is there a finance package in place? What is the RRP of the range?!?!?! When are you going to bring one my way to try out? I'll thiink of some more and fire them your way when I get a minute!
  4. monkeybusiness
    As Stubby says - press the primer bulb before pulling. Cold fuel in and away you go. They are the dogs bollox, but we have had a couple of problematic ones. I would always pick mine up before another saw though - they are mega fast compared to anything else. Have a go with one if you get a chance - I'm sure you will buy one if you do.
  5. monkeybusiness
    560xp - I run both and always pick up the Husky. I think the Stihl pulls a 20" bar better if cross cutting bigger timber, but the Husky is amazing on a 15 or 18".
  6. monkeybusiness
    I totally agree with this post. Whilst £200 is a lot of money for footwear, I spend more time in my workboots than anything else and I think it is worth buying the best available.
  7. monkeybusiness
    I had a quick play with one (didn't have a chance to actually cut anything) and it feels well balanced and has a quick pickup compared to the 201. My lasting impression was that it felt quite and flmsy unfortunately - hopefully it is more durable than it appears as I fancy getting one. Chelford Farm Supplies have them at the game fair/carving comp at tatton park this weekend to have a play with. I was told that they will be released for sale immediately after the apf.
  8. monkeybusiness
    AUS also sell them - google AUS utilities (you'll have to ring them for a quote though).
  9. monkeybusiness
    Haven't had that problem - it even pulled a 20" bar with the 8 tooth (which was a real surprise!).
  10. monkeybusiness
    I had an Ifor tipper of about the same age and the solenoid failed on the motor - mega bucks to replace and the trailer was out of warranty but to be fair to Ifor Williams they sent me out a new one FOC. Try bypassing the solenoid and see if the motor works.
  11. monkeybusiness
    A couple of us bought 4 of these from the APF 2 years ago for £450 each (including VAT!!!). Keep the Stihl, it pulls a 20" bar well, but get your 560 sorted and stick an 8 tooth sprocket on it - you won't pick up another saw after you've used that. You can use the Stihl when the Husky is back in for more repairs though...
  12. monkeybusiness
    That's very very good service!!!
  13. monkeybusiness
    Don't leave them slack when they're brand new - they will stretch a bit. Check they're tight each day for the first week, they should be OK after that.
  14. monkeybusiness
    That's a great tip - I'm definitely going to try it! I never bothered locking the tw flywheels when I used to change the blades, the socket used to lock against the flywheel housing and prevent everything spinning around. Definitely lift the roller box out of the way - the prussic technique works very well for stretching awkward springs out of the way. When re-assembling, don't be shy with the copper grease, replace any bolts with any evidence of damage to the heads, and use a torque wrench (do not tighten everything until you fart). Future blade changes should subsequently be a piece of cake!
  15. monkeybusiness
    The OP quite possibly has his own pile of processed firewood awaiting a buyer right now - he might as well be earning a living out of his machinery by processing other people's timber instead of leaving it sitting around depreciating. I would personally want more than £10 per cube for processing with my own kit, but I'm sure market forces dictate the price (£400 a day sounds like amazing money when you compare it to the Devon/Cornwall stump grinding rates discussed on another post).
  16. monkeybusiness
    That's business at the end of the day - I don't see a problem with it myself. So long as the OP is earning what he needs to and is happy then the final value of the finished product is irrelevant surely?
  17. monkeybusiness
    There is an adjuster built into the spool block, but you need to know what you are looking for (I didn't!). It's very simple to adjust once you have been old how, but I'm nowhere near mine so can't jog my own memory to instruct you. When I bought my Oxdale splitter it was set up to bypass too easily and subsequently had no power - a quick phone-call to them had it sorted out quickly.
  18. monkeybusiness
    Is the pressure relief valve on the splitter set up correctly? Ring Oxdale, they are dead helpful and will tell you how to adjust it.
  19. monkeybusiness
    If someone with as relatively high a profile as this goon can get away with it then it indicates to me that the benefit system in this country is not really fit for purpose - it is far too easy to cheat the system and claim what you are not entitled to.
  20. monkeybusiness
    I thought he rode the other guy as well, but I might be wrong...
  21. monkeybusiness
    We tow 1928 Greenmechs with 3.5 tonne Iveco Dailys and you wouldn't know they were there. We also have a Toyota Dyna and that drags them with ease too. I think they are approx 1.3 tonne, but they will eat anything you show them! They are easier to reverse than 6'' Timberwolfs as well, because you can see them behind the chip box. If I were in the market I would also look at the new Bandit (75?) - from what I've heard/read it is a bit of a beast, though I have no personal experience of it.
  22. monkeybusiness
    This is a terrible story, extremely sad news. It is also very scary indeed. There is a bit more info on the incident here Fatal truck mount collapse in Glasgow | News | Vertikal.net giving some background to the machine's history. Stay safe everyone, there is nothing more important than everybody going home at the end of the day.
  23. monkeybusiness
    016-044-92644 speak to Cameron. The only insurance you are legally obliged to have is Employers liability if you have anyone working for you (even if they are your mate from the pub who you are giving a few quid to as a foreigner). Public liability insurance is usually a prerequisite for any commercial work you wish to do, along with qualifications etc. If you're determined enough then you may well succeed but you must take some initiative yourself - someone has pointed you in the direction of a relevant (and very good) broker yet you have failed to find their details on your own. Good luck!
  24. monkeybusiness
    Iso 32
  25. monkeybusiness
    Gutted for you - if you know the serial numbers then tell Husky (apparently they can flag the saws with chips ie 560 so if they get plugged into the diagnostic tool in a dealer it states that it is stolen).

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