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TRADITIONAL LOGGERS

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  1. Normal fitment on large tyres is 100 each unless in extreme conditions then 200 should do. HM15 is the most suitable however you cannot install Maxi Grip screw studs into these pre drilled holes as these are for factory installed non removable studs which are an upside down "T" shape with washer type base. It would be possible to install alongside in the lugs. "Removable" means you can be legal during summertime and install again for several snow/ice seasons. No need to purchase two expensive sets of wheels/tyres. PM the E-mail and I can send full PDF info like I have done to several folks already and my contact details. A box of 200 HM 15's are around £114 + postage and VAT.
  2. It's a VW with Audi items and a Skoda badge so should be good but cost less.
  3. Milk maids have nice soft hands from all the cream. Barmaids have firm hands. A good set of gloves if using EP90 on machines and bagging rough logs. "Aloa Vera" should solve skin cracks. Cod oil in the diet.
  4. EN Standard Bio-diesel should be fine. Most fuel filters will need more cleaning than with normal diesel but the engine should run better/cleaner.
  5. Some pics (I hope) I had to reduce the size of some. Studs (Left to Right with 1 pence coin to size them) HM 11/11R. 15/15R. 18. 25. 30. 35. Normal stock is 11/15/30 Large boxes with 1000/2000+ available
  6. Thanks for the interest. The product does not wear out for a long time. (Several long seasons) It is very simple to install with a special tool and a cordless drill/airline drill. The main swedish website is Snökedjor, Skruvdubb, Slirskydd, Snökedja & Isdubb/isdubbar | MaxiGrip where there is basic info and a video showing installation. I have a PDF and prices if folks PM an E-mail address. (100 PM,s max I think:001_rolleyes:) Not sure how to load pics on the forum but will have a go. Basic Price is:- 25 of HM11's including tool is £17.65 + Postage and VAT 100 of HM11's " " " £55.88 " " " 200 of HM15's 114.71 Should be around 50 studs in each 7.50 x 16 Land Rover tyre and 100 in tractor treads. Boots between 24 and 33 depending on use.
  7. We decided last season to wholesale Tungsten-Carbide Removable Boots/Tyre Studs in the UK and Ireland as a side line because of experience in the woods with the standard non removable mild steel studs which became worn out in no time at all. The current weather is making business life difficult for those even with 4x4's so if you would like more info I can post here and I am placing a large bulk order on Friday to Sweden. (We have had two sets of HM 11's in chainsaw/work boots since September last year with no wear at all) Some HM30 and HM15 are being used in Scotland on large tractors/Land Rovers involved with snow clearance.
  8. Huge amounts of snow now!! Covering the logs as fast as splitting them. Numerous local main roads have been closed with unsuitable vehicles being dumped through no traction. More snow due the next few days. I heard it could be down to -26C in Scotland on Friday evening.
  9. I did in the teens when working on farms. Horrible white plastic and chipboard. Always damp inside with rubbish insulation and no head room. A modern version of a traditional shepherds hut in larch with sheeps wools insulation and a wood stove is nice but expensive unless homemade.
  10. I like snow. Helps the tree lengths slide along.
  11. We have some in Derbyshire now was -12C last night. More due in the East Midlands overnight and through the morning it said. Some small rural roads are very frozen now. At least it is not raining!!
  12. There is a German make which takes woodchips/sawdust and logs and needs filling once a week. Will try and find the info and post here. Having seen numerous issues with woodchip systems (expensive/complex system/fuel problems) I would not have a "Chips" only system to keep warm with.
  13. A good heavy duty battery to start with. (I assume engine oil and fuel filters are new for the winter season) Some mogs have the old style glow plugs and the mercedes cold start fluid unit. Does the fuel tank have "Winter" grade diesel? The vehicle we have starts at -12C in around 6 seconds.
  14. I am concerned to see the amount of decent folks on the forum who seem to have trouble with thefts of tools so spoke to the local Police this afternoon. All areas should have a business crime prevention person who will visit for free and advise on issues. (Some areas also have grants:thumbup1:) Look at Datatag of all items including chainsaws/Smart Grease/Covert CCTV/Steel bollards in drive entrances. I am going to use the latest idea as a large amount of plant goes abroad to eastern europe including Land Rovers I am told. Here is the link:- CESAR - Construction Equipment Security And Registration
  15. Hope this info helps having much experience driving various vehicles in winter conditions including in the Norwegian mountains. Small Vehicles/Vans/4x4's:- Nokian WRC Cargo Hakkapeliitta LT Vredestein Snow+ (Classic) Vredestein Snotrac 2 and 3 Conti Winter Contact TS 830 Cooper Discoverer M+S Trucks:- Nokian Truck E Nokian Noktop 41 Stud Bandag GP Bandag BDR-W Conti HDW Conti MIL Tractors including Unimogs are difficult to find tyres for but worth looking at the Nokian TRI and TRI2 and MPT Agile. Snow tyres must be the same on each axle and should be on all wheels. Vans and trucks will need the load versions. Some can have studs installed at the place of production.
  16. In Saudi Arabia on the first conviction of stealing a hand is taken off, on the second a foot, on the third the persons head. (Crime is low there unlike in the UK) Worth seeing if the local council have CCTV.
  17. Have a Madras for tea and eat some fresh raw garlic each morning.
  18. I am more concerned with folks that owe me cash. The local "Water Board" takes several months to pay up for tree work and when we complain are told I assume you would like more work? With firewood supplies payment is instant.
  19. Machine Mart (Kamasa Mini Meter Code 010915961) Price £16.99 + VAT. It even has a temp reading! I have one and it great for firewood and saw planks.
  20. Most GRP Panels have a solid multi layers plyboard inside!! (GRP on each side of the wooden board) so the weight is often more than with kiln seasoned Spruce/Pitch Pine. Look at weights of standard 8' x 4' boards at somewhere like a DIY store/sawmill. If GRP is damaged then water/frost will expand the boards. A commercial truck breakers is a fine place to source good used boards at a sensible price.
  21. Hi, This is old news going around again. Was an issue several years ago. Latest Email Hoaxes - Current Internet Scams - Hoax-Slayer
  22. Have you considered using Spruce/Pitch Pine boards like on the old Unimogs? (U600-U421). Strong and will allow some flex without breaking and looks much nicer than plastic.

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