harvey b davison
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That's bad Saul, I'm over inbetween Barnsley's and Doncaster, so I will keep a lookout for anything over this way.
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Jacket potato done in Microwave with cheese and beans at tea time or a good sausage / bacon n egg butty at breakfast.
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Possibly hand sawn to correct depth then wide chisel / axe / debarker etc out. Then possibly sanded.
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Only just started experimenting with different oils, but as most of my stuff is for outside, (carvings /benches etc) I'm tending to be leaning more towards decking oil.
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That looks really smart. Be good to see more pics. I love to see pictures throughout the construction. What did you use to finish it ? Oil ? Wish I had a workshop that big.
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Haha, I was looking at some pictures on internet over weekend of exactly the same type of thing. Just need to find a good supply of horse shoes.
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In Desperate times...My Silky saves the day!
harvey b davison replied to silky fox's topic in The Lounge
I live about a 40 minute drive away. I'm towards Doncaster way on from there. But like to get up to the tops of holmefirth, for a good walk every so often. -
In Desperate times...My Silky saves the day!
harvey b davison replied to silky fox's topic in The Lounge
Hi silky, are you on that campsite a couple of mile outside homebirth, down in a valley with a stream running alongside it. -
As a side note I'm just spending a brilliant weekend at kilcoy. I would of called in and introduced myself if I had known your in Inverness.
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Hi, I have quite a bit of cherry to mill for myself, about 18-24 inch wide by about 4 ft long. However the few boards I have already cut are splitting and twisting like heĺl, this is despite me pva ing the ends and boards being laid flat on stickers. Also I have some small 4 inch diameter by 6 inch pieces that I'm hoping to use on my laith, however these are also splitting badly. So just what is the best way of drying cherry ? Cheers H.
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Hi, I have a Makita 9010 90cc saw which I'm going to be using for milling mainly for myself. I currently have a 28 inch bar on it which is plenty for what I have to do, however, do people think it would manage a 36 inch bar on it or would this be pushing it a little. Also, I use a Oregon power pro bar and grandberg chain, but as I need some new chains, do I stick to grandberg or is there a better alternative. I know some on here really rate the stihl ripping chain. Opinions please Cheers H.
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Hi Wyk Shavey is sending me one of his 18v dolmar saws to try with a carving bar on. So I'm looking forward to trying it out. Also I have a cheap Bosch electric saw, I've not tried it with carving but it's on my list of things to do. I got the Bosch as it was on special offer for about £50 when I saw it. H.
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Steve, do you have one of those Japanese style push/pull fine saws. I'm contemplating getting one, but not got a clue about them. Just from what I have read they are supposed to be great for fine cuts.
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Not a pro, but use mine to try and carve and a bit of milling, and also firewood. Dolmar 320 with carving bar McCullouch 410 Elite for general firewood Makita 9010 for small time milling. (Currently poorly, and with shavey for some tlc) Also got a cheap Bosch electric saw to try carving with. Wanting a decent 60cc saw but can't decide between a dolmar 6100 and a husky rancher. Again just for firewood. H.
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Hi, does anyone carve with either an electric saw or battery saw. I'm wanting to do more carving, but to do so I will have to do it in my garage, so a petrol saw is a definite no no. I have a cheap Bosch saw which I have just bought, but I'm thinking about getting a battery saw. Will a battery saw stand up to the continuous stop start of carving. Any info much appreciated Cheers H.
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I live in the dearne valley where the miners strike started. I know from first hand the devastation that she caused. You only have to look on you tube about her death, to realise the hatred people around here have for her. But, I wish she was negotiating brexit, the eu would be quaking in their boots and waving the white flags.
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Haha, 49 in September, just started listening to radio 2. Last few years have totally knackered my body. Never had to take tablets etc, always been fit. Last few years I've been through a bad divorce and still get aggro from ex, loads of debt from divorce, stress and depression, now having to take 7 tablets a day, can't stand working for useless bosses anymore. Met a brilliant woman, got remarried and life couldn't be better in that respect. Just working on a business plan for go self-employed, with my own little workshop making rustic furniture, gates etc. Looking at getting a camper van for when things get a bit rough. Hate stress with a passion.
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Some very good looking gates there, dumper.
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Personally I now prefer to use air nailers. If i was buying for fencing I would buy a small petrol compressor, air line and a coil nailer. You can get everything from machine Mart. I would put links up if I knew how to. I too have the paslode 350, but only use that now for roofing or decking.
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Cheers chaps, I'm leaning towards sticking with Makita and maybe getting a 7901. For now the biggest bar I think I will ever run will be 36, but I'm happy with a 28 bar. I know the 7901 will run that,so that makes it common sense for me I think.
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Hi all I occasionally mill small stuff, probably up to about 24 inch max. I currently use a Makita 9010 on a 28 inch bar, I have a txt engineering mill which will take up to a 42 bar which is more than ample for me. My problem is that my saw is being more and more problematic, and I'm getting a bit disheartened with the saw. However I still really like it and like Makita/ dolmar saws in general. So what's the best solution, do I change brand and get a ms661, or do I get another 9010 and hope that is better or will a 7900 do the same job. ( bearing in mind all my milling equipment, bars ,chains stare all geared to makita) I only do milling for myself and still quite new and learning with it. However if I ever get competent with it then I would like to offer it as a service along side my joinery services, so to that end having two powerheads the same seams logical in case one breaks. Any input greatly appreciated Sorry for the rambling Cheers H.
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Cheers Stephen, we are holidaying at fort Augustus back end of October/November and would like to get off the beaten track if you know of anywhere suitable. Cheers.
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Whilst holidaying in Scotland last year, I noticed that you can take a cable car to the top of Nevis then bike it down. Has anyone done this? What are the trails like ? Both me and my wife (both late 40's) would like to do it on our return to Scotland in October. Any information much appreciated. Cheers H.
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As per title, which is the best respiratory masks to use ? im in need of 2 different ones i think. i need one for working in my joinery shop, which needs to deal with mdf dust etc. I am leaning towards an airshield pro, but the earmuffs seem to be problematic with them. Also what do people use when milling, unsure of the classification for petrol fumes. Any advice would be appreciated. cheers H.
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Advice Wanted - Best Timber for Building Windows
harvey b davison replied to Bunzena's topic in General chat
If your wanting hardwood for a paint finish, then think about sapele. I use it at work for exterior door frames. Very good longevity. Bit of a pain to work with though.
