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  1. Old Mill Tree Care
    Thanks Gray I'm surprised there isn't a roller speed adjuster! A 6" Quadchip would drive me mad, too many logs left over. I'm only interested in 7.5" or bigger.
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    Thanks Gray I guess the spout angle can be easily altered. Was the roller speed set fast and if so, do you think the poor discharge was anything to do with them taking the wet brush faster than it could discharge effectively? I don't like external grease nipples. I prefer to open up the machine and have a look at things. Over the years I've caught many problems early by opening the machine to grease.
  3. Old Mill Tree Care
    I should have been clearer. My question is can oil type alter chain tension on the bar? I've been using Rape seed oil for nearly two years but the last 5 months have been continual tension problems on my 560xp - chain goes a bit slack. Sugi bar. MS361 - chain goes tight or loose. Oregon bar. 200t - no change. Sugi bar t540xp - chain goes tight. Oregon bar. 395xp - no change. Husq bar. Driving me nuts.
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    Has anyone used one or own one? I recently hired a 1928 Safetrak. I was mightily impressed with the design and build quality. I've spoken to Greenmech and have a quote but would like to hear from users about any problems or dislikes on the 190. Thanks.
  5. Old Mill Tree Care
    Good idea Ian. A few bottles of Merlot is always advisable to build up courage before doing a dangerous job!
  6. Old Mill Tree Care
    Question is: How much effect can oil have on the chain tension? Can the heat build up cause the chain to go tight, or indeed slacken off?
  7. Old Mill Tree Care
    I don't know Al. I'm not pricing tight and the work is still flowing in. My kids broke up last week and state schools next week so this is the time my phone normally goes quiet. This post will be the kiss of death of course!
  8. Old Mill Tree Care
    Good point. Well done.
  9. Old Mill Tree Care
    My t540 was a dream, for the first three months. Now it's the most annoying saw in the world, after my 560xp!
  10. Old Mill Tree Care
    Why not phone him and ask the question directly.
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    Take it back to the dealer and swap for a t540xp. If it's like mine, it won't oil at all 80% of the time. It's a bitch to start 100% of the time. Alters its own chain tension 100% of the time. At least you'll know where you stand with it, sort of, not really.
  12. Old Mill Tree Care
    Now, that's your first mistake! 😂😂
  13. Old Mill Tree Care
    Brave words! I bought chipper knives from them and they were genuine. Maybe they offer an option on copied knives but I doubt they'd have a guarantee.
  14. Old Mill Tree Care
    Ah, you're assuming that I allow the ice to melt before drinking the good stuff! lol!
  15. Old Mill Tree Care
    A Jensen A540 or a Greenmech. I had a Safetrak 1928 on hire recently and was very very impressed with the design and build quality. I really got the impression that it's been designed by operators not guys in an office. (Apart from the levers to operate the tracks. These are 2" too long!)
  16. Old Mill Tree Care
    Alcohol may work as a diuretic but that little problem can be fixed by adding ice to your favourite drink. In hot weather I favour six ice cubes in my Vodka, instead of four. Perfect.
  17. Old Mill Tree Care
    Agreed!
  18. Old Mill Tree Care
    Oh my god! Surely your analogy isn't likening Clarkson to a super car?!
  19. Old Mill Tree Care
    I've been using 16mm Polydine for several years now. Excellent because its stretchy, in a good way, and runs perfectly on the bollard.
  20. Old Mill Tree Care
    That look likes some very cheap labour you have there. I notice they're not wearing correct boots, however, the Hi-Vis vest will ensure safety!
  21. Old Mill Tree Care
    It's 7.5 " but if the log is smooth it will take 8". It's infinitely better than the old A530, however the new A530 has a shorter wider hopper so it's much easier to feed.
  22. Old Mill Tree Care
    Other good thing was that Arbrep serviced my A540 whilst I hired theirs. Perfect.
  23. Old Mill Tree Care
    90% of my work is domestic. Very busy. Not slowing down at all, even at a time when it normally does.
  24. Old Mill Tree Care
    Not a great deal, just quite a few minor things. Grease points. Stop reverse bar with buttons. Better mounts for components under the bonnet. Others that I can't remember too. Thing is, it's a proven design and therefore difficult to improve upon. A good example is how much better a new Skoda car is, because the old 1980's one was so bad! The Jensen has always been good.
  25. Old Mill Tree Care
    Haha! No, nothing exciting like that. It was half way over as I took the photo.

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