chopper brown
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Really good thread and interesting to read so I thought I'd post a pic of my truck. This is not perfect but it suits me at tho moment although the the tool storage needs tweaking. Not the best pic so I'll sort another sometime. Once the trailer is full the chipper goes on the back. Maybe slightly over on rear axle weight. Landy 2t unladen and chipper 1300kg. Jim
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I use one. I can't remember the model but it's the best long reach battery they do with the telescopic extension. I've had it at least two years now and it's done a lot of cutting. I never abused it with big stuff but it is more than capable. I use to run a Kombi with a 1 meter extension and this has a better reach and much nicer to use. With regards to weight, i don't think there is much in it and when on full extension it soon takes it's strain. I might have to invest in one of those harness jobbies. Hope this helps but i have a good range of battery gear and up until now i can't fault it and have not seen any fade in battery longevity. Jim
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Cheers for the info codlasher it's been really helpful. I thought the strop would be what you used but was keen to find out the best way to go. I've got some new cable ordered so once up and running again I'll get some pics up. Jim
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I'd like to know what people think aswel so I'll be following your thread Dilz. I've read up and watched plenty of vids but no comparison with the grcs or arbpro. Jim
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Some nice looking tractor and winch setups. I'll have to upload some pics once I get sorted. My next question was going to.be do you all use a large hardwood chain for attachment or wire slings and a big shackle to link? Jim
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That's another two good places to try and thanks again for everyone's input. At the very least I can take away the fact that the 14mm rope that is fitted isn't worth a toss. It's not my major pictured as I do have a roll bar but no mesh guard I'm afraid. Thanks for the advise all the same. Jim
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Another vote for the stein kriegers. Had others and then bought some of these type c. Hard wearing, light and have extra thick cover extending to the inside of the ankle which stops alot of rubbing wear. Only criticism is that the ankle padding doesn't extend all the way around to stop the chainsaw ripping on the outside of the leg. This might just be me but it's where most of my trousers go and probably due to the 14 inch bar on my husqy. I did really like the arbortec but found like someone else had mentioned that they went saggy. Also the pockets all fell away and didn't stand up to much after 6 months. Jim
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Thanks for the input everyone. That's food for thought cheers Gray Git and I'll look into it. I mainly use it for big trees as it's a bit numb and steady for much else. It's always well sat up on it's anchors so strength is a must. Jim
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Thanks for the help Woodsman and Bob. I think I'll replace the lot for bigger and have some peace of mind that I haven't built any weakness into the winch. Like you say Bob there's some far power in these old winches. Jim
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Looking for a bit of help please. I've got a major with a Cookes winch and I'm looking to either fit a new eye with the good rope that's left or replace the cable with a new one. Can anyone point me the the right direction as to who I need to speak to. I'm unsure if the 14mm rope that's on it is big enough and also if I terminate the rope with a new eye what to use either a crimp or bulldog clamps? Any help is mutchly appreciated. Jim
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Yes but in this case he can get a lift in as he's said that one's booked!
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I wouldn't have climbed it and booked a lift like you. Why save a client money for the sake of your safety. If every climber thought the same then you would never have to worry about someone else getting the job. Like someone has said it's the owners who have left it in that state for so long otherwise it could have been dealt with sooner and cheaper. Just my view and each to their own. Jim
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Review of Arbortec Scarfell Lite Boots
chopper brown replied to Arborist Reviews's topic in General chat
I've had my boots for about a year now. Nice and comfy from the off, good lace up and grippy. They have stood up well to work on the outside of the boot and I think the rubber strap around the whole boot stopped the sole parting from the main upper like most do with wear. Unfortunately the metal cleets on the top have now snapped and my soles have worn smooth. I spoke to someone and they say the problem is the vibram sole. Don't quote me but if they have the vibram soles made in China fitted they wear smooth very quickly. I may be wrong but that's what I've been told and would explain the slicks I am left with now. Apart from the soles I do rate the boot. Jim -
Greasebanks on chippers, a good idea?
chopper brown replied to Mick Dempsey's topic in Large equipment
Definitely worth a poke in the eye. Jim -
Greasebanks on chippers, a good idea?
chopper brown replied to Mick Dempsey's topic in Large equipment
I have a Forst tr6. Never had a problem with the machine in 400hrs apart from the remote greasing pipes busting. I'm also an owner operator so I keep a good eye on things. When I was waiting for a new pipe and olives I just put a grease nipple in direct. Like alot have said it's a good idea but only when it works. Jim -
Hi can anyone please point me in the right direction for a set of new bearings for my rayco. Cheers Jim.
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Cheers for the advice I didn't think about repair. When I got quoted for the repair there was only £170 difference but I'll have a new saw with full warranty. Jim
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I'm not surprised considering how good they are. The pole saw is also top draw and the strimmer is really good and unbelievably light. Jim
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My 550 has just gone pop. I've had three good trouble free years out it but it now needs a barrel and piston. I think I'll just get another one as there isn't that much cost difference and have the other for spares. The only thing that I'm contemplating is to give the stihl 261 a go? Jim
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Thanks for that. Yes there direct from green teeth.co.uk. I would say that I only gave them a nip up and then once I went past the tension point near enough all of them have cracked. Thought it odd as when I go to turn them for a sharp edge the collecthas got a chance of falling out.
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Just fitted some green teeth on my grinder and just wondered if the collets were ment to crack when tightening the lock nut on the individual teeth? I only lightly tighten the nut on all and was then going to torque all of them to the 34nm after. Whilst doing this the odd one cracked and if I don't tighten them as much there was up and down movement of the tooth in the shaft. I have made sure the bevel of the collect is down over but can't think of anything else other than me being a rough bugger! Hope someone can give me some advice or a bollocking! Cheers jim
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I have the Stihl battery long reach hedge cutter, normal better of the two hedge cutter, telescopic pole saw and bike handled new strimmer and I'm capped with them all. I have two of the biggest batteries and the quick charger and have had no issues to date. I went Stihl because at the time they had the best range of equipment which is pretty essential due to the cost of the batteries and charger. I would also like in the future the viking battery mower that takes the same battery. It did pain me not to get the husky ones as i really fancied the battery top handled over the stihl but to be honest I have a mix of both makes of equipment and am quite happy with that. Jim
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Cheers for that info. It's easy to think that you just deduct the vehicle weight and away you go.
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Its a 130 and definitely 3500kg gross. I think what I'll do is when I strip it down and take the back off I'll ramp the chipper on the chassis cab and get it weighed so I know the loading.
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Cheers I'll have a read up of the spec and see what I come up with. I just thought I'll probably have more weight in it when it's full as a tipper so if I do get the distribution right at least I'll know exactly what I'm carrying.
