Bolt
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I know of someone who has got a TP chipper mounted into the back of a hilux. Mainly used on utility work, and it seems popular on most jobs (but the chips stay where they belong, i.e. on site). A 130 seems to be approaching the realms of compromise. I would personally be more tempted with a chipper running from the transfer box on a 90. (a red diesel powered 90)
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discuss :-)
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I dunno about the only one, but how about this one? Excuse the picture, I drew it in windows fingerpaint Rootplate drops (arrow A) Topend heavy tree dips into adjacent crowns (B) Causing the butt end to Lift slightly © Then follow rootplate back (D)
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Why live with the risk. Its totally simple to eliminate the hazard, and that is to sever the rootplate first. If you think that a sweet little tree like that hasn't got the ability to catch you out, simply because you are aware the root plate may sit back in, you (or maybe those working with you) may one day have a nasty surprise. As I posted earlier, in a situation like this, which for many isn't a day to day occurance, you need to watchout for youselves and others.
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Speak to richard at Kingswood. He has had ex military blokes through who are far older than you. I doubt you will be a world record speed climber, but if you are agile, I see no reason for you not to be capable. Best of luck.
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maybe he was holding the rearhandle with one hand, whilst holding the fence back with the other bet that wasn't in the method statement.
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maybe he was using a really kift sharpening technique
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favorite harness? Petzl navaho. got it for £70 from doug bennett at tavistock chainsaws. only bought it as an emergency harness for the rescuer to wear. Turns out I prefer it over any of my other harnesses. 'course, they don't sell 'em anymore, and the LOLER mans knife getteth ever closer :-(
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aaahhhhh, happy memories of the good old days
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stuntfell?
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sound better than the advice from one of my farming neighbours who simply advised "flaming it through" with a little red diesel.
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wouldn't worry about upgrading your lantra tickets. They are still more than many arbs have got (machinery wise). If you are spending your cash on training, I would go for trailers, mewps and additional CS units / Aerial rescue.
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Ha Ha, contender for Post of the year, me thinks. first state (A), then in the next line state (B). Fair play to you . Truely irony at is best
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To be honest, chainsaw gloves are a throwback from the Ark. They should have disappeared the day chainbrakes became a mandatory requirement. I can't think of a single way you could require blocking material in the back of the left glove, and in most cases, its not a class high enough to stop the chain anyway. Chainsaw gloves are stupid, stupid, stupid (but I still wear them )
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Its also spooky how, when the rootplate has gone back, there is hardly a sign it was ever up. Always thought it would make an ideal final resting place for a rival :-). Might make a good twist for a murder mystery, maybe I should get typing!!!
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Not trying to be rude or diss your job, but as stated above. cutting bits off the top is a bit like messing about with an untripped giant mousetrap. once you have passed the trees tipping point, it can spring back, using the tension in the remaining roots and the sheer weight of the route plate, quicker than you can say "killed in freak accident". This is the second example of a windblown tree dealt with in an inappropriate manner on this site in as many days. Watch yourselves out there. (god, I am feeling gloomy tonight)
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Fair play, TBH, I misunderstand most people most of the time. In that case, may I reccomend using a pair of those ridiculous paddle like chainsaw mittens that you used to get (the ones with the seperate trigger digit) that should prove your point.
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you could "risk them out" on your site specific risk assessment if you can demonstrate how not using them is safer, but I think you may have a job coming up with a convincing reason.
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I have been climbing using gloves for the last ten years or so. I started wearing them to combat the wrist cramps I was suffering from (ha ha yes, very funny, you at the back) I found them a great improvement in reducing cramps because A) I guess they kept my hands warmer, and B) you don't have to grip the rope so acutely. Therefore I cant see the problem myself, surely loads of people on here choose to climb in gloves? I go for either yer basic stihl green and yellow chainsaw gloves, or the natty black Petzl ones (with the little hole in them to clip onto a krab) Have you honestly given it a decent shot, or are you disregarding it before you really tried it?
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:blushing:I take it you haven't invested in CS34 then:blushing:
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Not tree related i know but... still a nice example of a defender
Bolt replied to Matthew Arnold's topic in Picture Forum
I DO like the ceiling mounted seats in picture 8 though... -
Not tree related i know but... still a nice example of a defender
Bolt replied to Matthew Arnold's topic in Picture Forum
glad to see you have been off roading already. what?............... O!!!, you've only diven it acress the lawn -
If the top half is likely to snap out, I would consider tying the pulling rope about half way up. Ha Ha :-)
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except landrovers (of course) Which are , well......, just weird
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it makes no difference IMO, they are all exactly the same....... ............unlike the drivers
