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[ame= ] [/ame] A brief insight into the world of chainsaw milling with Robert Dyer from http://www.alaskanmill.co.uk/ For more information regarding Aspen fuel or to find your nearest dealer - please visit http://www.aspenfuel.co.uk In this series of Aspen mini documentaries which we will bring out during the course of next year, we will aim to bring you short user videos showing Aspen fuel being used in different real world situations. To be in with a chance of being featured in one of these types of video, please send me a PM and explain how and why you love using Aspen fuel.

We have never done any back to back tests comparing 2-stroke oils designed for vehicles with Aspen 2 FRT. I'm sure that the mix you are creating works fine for your machinery as you have proven to yourself. However, the oil in Aspen 2 has been designed especially for chainsaws and other 2-stroke machinery, with both machinery performance and emissions in mind. Aspen has sold over 50 million litres of the new Aspen 2 FRT mix to thousands of happy customers who demand the best in health and perfomance. by mixing your own oil with Aspen 4, not only are you spending more money, you are also having the inconveniance of mixing it yourself and potentially getting the mix wrong... If i was you, i would definetly consider switching to Aspen 2 when you have used up your remaining 2-stroke oil. Or consider selling what you have left to someone who rides 2-stroke bikes. Each to their own though and you do whatever works best for you :thumbup1:

Aspen fuel isnt just ethanol free, its also free of Benzene and harful aromatics. Not only will your machinery run a lot cleaner, you will be able to leave Aspen in your tank for extended periods of time without having any issues with the fuel going stale etc. You will also notice that the toxic emissions leaving the saw are drastically reduced which will benefit your health in the long run. double win :thumbup1:

We have a few of these on test here in the UK. Some of you may even have seen it at the arb show earlier this year. As soon as we can get them, we will update on our website and on arbtalk

Interesting, I speak to a lot of people in the industry at shows etc, and the one big point that always gets discussed is the costs involved. What is interesting however is that the companies that use Aspen on a regular basis, quickly accept the cost and dont see it as an issue. This is mainly due to the fact that there machines last longer and there staff are happier which in return means they perform better and they certainly wouldnt want to revert back to regular petrol. A lot of them tell me that to begin with, they were concerned about the additional costs but once they made the switch they have never looked back. Obviously if you make a direct comparison between the cost of Aspen vs pump fuel, based on nothing else, then pump fuel is the winner. However, most people seem to forget the many advantages which tends to tip the scales back to Aspens side. By ordering in bulk (54 x 5L cans), not only would you be able to expect a slightly discounted buying price over buying a single can at a time but you also get the following advantages. Free delivery - means no more time wasted going to the petrol station to get fuel ready mixed fuel - means no chance of machinery getting damaged from incorrect mixtures or time wastage in carrying out the mixing longer lasting machinery - no soot build up or problems with stale fuel health benefits - not breathing in toxic emissions on a daily basis Employers often fail to look into the actual cost increase when considering switching to Aspen. Maybe he/she doesnt see the benefits because they havent experienced the difference themselves. I bet if they sat down and did the sums by including all of the costs involved of doing a particular job, then they would discover that 2-stroke fuel costs stand for a very small portion and that they could indeed afford to use Aspen.

The above users make a good point on what CAN happen when switching from pump fuel to Aspen. these are worst case scenarios however and you may find that your particular machine does not suffer from any problems going between the 2 different types of fuel. Some machines will require a slight low speed carburettor adjustment to reach optimum performance which might take away some of the conveniance of running Aspen if you are constantly changing fuel types and having to adjust the machine to suit. You obviously recognise the benefits in using Aspen fuel, seeing as you have brought a can to use in your newly purchased equipment. With this in mind, maybe it would be a good time to talk to your employer who you contract for in the week about providing you with the same fuel at work.

Hi Andy, there is no reason why the 460 or 490 should not run on Aspen, had the machines been run for a long time on normal petrol before you made the switch to trying Aspen? sounds like there could be an underlying machinery issue to blame or maybe the mtronic system simply needs calibrating after switching fuels.

Hi Syd, I presume it was myself (Axel) you spoke to at the Arb show as Eddie wasn't present at this event. Aspen 2 is a far superior fuel to what you can create yourself when mixing your own oil with fuel from the petrol station. it is much kinder to both machine and operator health. There are no issues with warranties when using Aspen 2 in new machines, if you look in most husqvarna chainsaw manuals you will see that it reccomends the use of Aspen alkylate fuel. Stihl will also aknowledge that Aspen fuel is superior in terms of protection to their engines compared to conventional fuel/oil mix allthough they obviously arent as public about this now that they are trying to push motomix onto the market. Should you have any further worries over warranty with a stihl machine running Aspen, we have signed documents from stihl which states "Aspen fuel in our producst does not affect warranty for any problem caused by manufacturing or material defect" you can contact me directly with any questions regarding Aspen on 01929 555979 Thanks Axel

What garden kit said ^^^ We are more than happy to talk to you regarding anything to do with Aspen but all orders will go through your local dealer. You can find your local stockist here: Aspen Fuel :: Stockist Locator Look out for the Aspen Service Centre dealers, these shops are the experts

Similar in the sense that it burns as you can see in the video. It could be a good alternative for the tree surgeons who think Aspen fuel is just too cheap! As coleman fuel costs £8 + a litre Unlike Aspen however, Coleman fuel is not designed to be used in garden machinery.

Very true

Hi all, Just wanted to invite all of you arbtalkers to our stand (D11) at the arb show these next couple of days. If you're allready an Aspen convert, we would love to hear from you so please pop in for a chat (there might even be some freebies) New users can claim a free sample by registering online through the link on the arbtalk home page. http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/news/100049-come-fuel-difference-arb-show-3-4th-june.html Myself (Axel) and Jasmine will be onsite to answer any of your questions and we also have demo machines running on aspen and pump fuel to show you the difference. See you there and fingers crossed for good weather! :thumbup1::thumbup1:

I think you allready have the answer from me through facebook, but if anyone else is interested. Aspen is available in Sicily Rivenditori - Aspen Benzina

If your experiencing a sluggish pick up whilst running on Aspen, you will need to richen up the low speed adjustment needle about a 1/4 turn to compensate for the lack of aromatics.

Sorry to hear that Steve, We are seeing a big growth in Aspen sales from most of our dealers right now, This shouldnt excuse them from running out but sometimes large stocks can be wiped out very quickly if a professional user comes and buys up a large quantity out of the blue. I suggest that all of you regular Aspen users call your supplier a few days ahead of collection to reserve stock. We can then get the product to the dealer as quickly as next day if they order before 12 if needed. Following this procedure should mean you dont have to run out again in the future.

Sounds like a good choice

Hi Steve, It should be pretty simple for your dealer to tell the difference between Aspen and pump fuel if there was any left in the tank. Have you ruled out the potential it could have been neat fuel?

Hi Mellish, Sorry to hear about the problems with your saw, had you been using normal pump fuel it would be very easy for your dealer to point the blame on your fuel mix but as you were using Aspen (assuming Aspen 2 with oil (orange can)) This should lead them to look elsewhere. Allthough Aspen 2 with full range technology oil is the best fuel/oil mix available on the market, it cannot compensate for a faulty machine. Have faith in Husqvarna, they make great products and their warranty department should take care of you especially if they know it was run on Aspen! It doesn't sound like your dealer has brought the case to them IMO. Maybe your dealer doesnt know what Aspen is as he is pointing the blame potentially to a fuel mixture problem, it could be worth showing him the manual where it states that it is the reccomended fuel for that saw. In case you dont have your manual, it can be downloaded here Husqvarna Chainsaws 550 XP® Good luck

Hi Harvey, If your equipment is in good working order there is no reason it shouldnt run on Aspen. You may need to adjust the low speed mixture screw (slightly richer) slightly and adjust the idle to suit. going from one fuel to another is not a problem (just dont forget to add your own oil when going back to pump fuel) I can't vouch for any additives, but if there was a magic additive on the market which gave the same benefits as Aspen then i wouldnt be here writing today!. You have to remember that when you use fuel additives you are adding even more harmful/toxic chemicals to your fuel. A lot of which you will breath in during your working day as unburnt fuel vapour in your machines exhaust emissions. When run on Aspen, machines emit 99% less hazardous hydrocarbon emissions. This is why so many people around the world (and on arbtalk ) notice great health improvements after making the switch.

^^ Great idea Darrin

Eddie and new girl to the Aspen team Jasmine will be at the show all day today and tomorrow. Come by and say hello if your passing by

Hi there, Just to clarify your question. Are you asking if you should use Aspen 2 alkylate petrol vs Pump fuel mixed with stihl hp oil? If so, then the advantages of going the Aspen 2 route are as follows 99% cleaner emissions = better for the user, especially if using the machine everyday (search the forum for feedback from people who use it already) Longer lasting machinery, Aspen 2 burns very cleanly leaving virtually no carbon deposits inside the engine. This means longer lasting machinery that works the way it was intended Perfect 50:1 mix of 2 stroke oil = conveniance & class leading protection for your machine Unlike pump fuel mix, Aspen wont deteriorate or go off so you can put your machine away for long periods of time knowing it will start straight away when you come to use it next advantages for using pump fuel mixed with stihl hp or similer oil lower purchase price

Thanks for sharing! Its awesome to hear that our product is making a difference to the way in which you feel whilst at work Price is always going to be hard to justify but we hope that the benefits outweigh the price compared to pump fuel and from reading your experiences it certainly sounds like it does. We are putting together a section on our website where profesionals like yourselves can share their experiances. we would love to hear from you and in return we will send you a FREE Aspen t shirt or Aspen beanie All you have to do is send an email to [email protected] and state you want to leave a review for the website and she will email you back the form to fill in. for others new to Aspen fuel, Remember: Aspen Pros: better for users health (99% less toxic emissions) Better performance and reliability for machines. No fuel related breakdowns 5 year storage life, can leave fuel in machines no problem conveniantly ready mixed so no chance of damaging machinery. Aspen Cons: More expensive Pump fuel Pros: Cheap Pump fuel Cons: Potential long term damage to health??? Benzene and solvents to name the most harmful products Short term health problems such as headaches and sore eyes/throat short shelf life, petrol cannot be left in machines when stored Shorter machine life compared to if only run on Aspen

Nice to see you all at the APF. Anyone who missed out you can buy the Aspen hats from us still or maybe you will be lucky enough to see us at another show, Aspen

Prepare for Winter with Aspen beanie hats We will be giving away an exclusive Aspen beanie hat to the first 30 people each day to come to our stand at the APF this week at Ragley Estate, Alcester. All you need to do is tell us HOW and WHY you use Aspen Fuels. Each entry during the APF show will be entered into the prize draw to win MORE ASPEN GOODIES! APF Dates: From Thursday 18th to Saturday 20th September 2014 APF 2014, the UK?s largest forestry and arboricultural exhibition is returning to the same location as its hugely successful 2010 event. We look forward to seeing you there, ASPEN FUELS