J.D

It's not running to bad, but it seems to be using 4 or 5 litres per hour at a guess mate, we have had other slightly smaller engined machines that didnt use any where near the same amount. J.D

Bump, any more thoughts guys ?

Cheers Jonesie. I wonder if the carb could do with a strip down and clean ( something sticking maybe ) that being the case then, It's a right thirsty bugger. I've never had anything this greedy. J.D

Cheers Jonesie, that makes things a bit clearer mate. How do i adjust the mixture then I'ts the 18hp V Twin engine on board if that makes a difference ? PS, I got the equipment I rang up about the other day mate, Thanks very much

Afternoon folks, i have recently purchased the above machine and all seems as it should, however the carb is giving me some problems. The mixture seems very rich, plugs are fouled excessively, fuel lasts no time at all and the exhaust fumes are black. So, I have had the air filter off and cleaned it, new fuel filter and then I tried to adjust the carb, I turned the idle screw in until it stopped, then back a turn and a half. Then I tried to adjust the screw on the bottom end (bowl) but it was tight in against the stop. On loosening the screw say half a turn petrol started leaking from the area around the screw. So, I have screwed that back in and need advice as to what to do next ? New part perhaps, or am I mistaken in thinking that this screw adjusts the mixture etc ? As for the idle screw, I have it backed off as far as possible but the engine speed is only coming down to 2000 rpm, is this a cable or linkage problem, or is it perhaps something more serious ? Cheers in advance J.D

Cheers for that, I'm fairly comfortable about the whole thing, I just don't want to turn up short of kit is all mate.

I have Type C trousers, but no braces, tried them on and they where round me ankles in no time.o:blushing:

Where did you get them Tommy ?

Cheers Mozza, FR Jones have these. TT295 Cofra Woodsman chainsaw boots (VAT exempt) £65.63 Any users on here ? I notice they have no classification though, does this matter ?

We get maybe 2 - 3 jobs a month which we usually sub out, so not a great deal at all Mozza. So, I dont need the chainsaw jacket etc ?

Evening men, With my CS30 31 coming up in 10 days I'm trying to put together my kit, and one of the priciest items seems to be the boots, so what in your opinion are the best value, bearing in mind I will only be using them occasionally, I dont want to spend a fortune as I still need a saw. Also, what is meant my by " non snag " outer clothing ? I have the trousers, but that's all clothes wise. J.D

I have to provide everything for the course, although I can borrow, but there will be a charge.

Cheers will give him a ring.

They haven't as yet mate, 2 weeks before apparently, that'll be Monday...

Cheers Tractorboy. Getting a bit nervous about it all now, should I be ?

Also will I need to provide all the clothing kit ? I have Gloves, Helmet and The trousers, what else should I be buying ? Boots ? Jacket ? J.D

Probably better check then. Cheers

£ 350 ish mate.

I'm not sure they would, is that normal practice Tractorboy ?

Next question then, Where do I get either a good used or cheapish new un ?

Evening men, I'm off to do my CS30,31 in a couple of weeks and I need a bigger saw than my MS180, or so I have been told... So recommend me something as I'm firstly unsure and then secondly not to keen on buying off of Flebay Cheers J.D

I couldn't agree more, fantastic service. Cheers all

I will be chaining it to an industrial concrete fence post then through the chassis for starters then, a dog is a good idea, but they are time consuming from past experience. How can I electrify the chassis ?

Are these all the same ? I cant see an " Avonride " variation listed on ebay etc, They mainly just say " AL KO " ? Or is the style " AL KO " ONE TYPE FITS ALL ?

What's the best way to secure a trailer from being towed away lads ? We have just bought an Ifor box trailer and don't want it going walkabout, what do you use ? J.D