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  1. Old Mill Tree Care
    She allowed you to take a photo of her upon meeting?! She looks startled! Run for the hills! 😂😂 Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    Ok, start with: 1: How long do you think it will take. 2: What are your costs? 3: How much profit do you want to make? 4: Double the answer to question 3 because it will take longer and cost you more than you think. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    Since getting starting on SRT, and getting proficient at it, I've used DDrT a few times because I thought it would be easier in that case. I was surprised every time to find it a total nightmare. This was just because by muscle memory and brain had adapted to the single line technique. That's just my experience, I'm not saying it's the law so don't start arguing.
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    Oh yeah, I'd forgotten all that. Those were good tests and videos. I still think it's not a good set up. None of us use it now so I think that says it all.
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    Since I started using Aspen 2t about 8 years ago I have not had a single engine problem of any kind. (apart from a blown engine & Stihl wouldn't issue a warranty:thumb down:) The hedge cutters sit unused in the container from November to May then start without hesitation and run smoothly. Money well spent despite the fact is immorally taxed! Plus, we don't feel foul after standing in a cloud of exhaust gas all day.
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    Your right Ben, it does work, it just doesn't work at all well. I tried it several times but the problems were obvious. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    LJ and RW is not a good combo. It can work but the LJ is designed specifically for DdRT. If you specifically want to use a RW, put a Hitch Climber under it. Otherwise, get a Hitch Hiker or Rope Runner because they designed for the purpose. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    I agree with you Mark but..... .......it's all in the editing. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
  9. Old Mill Tree Care

     

    <p>Hi Clive</p>

    <p>I have another tree trunk if you'd like it. I was going to deal with it myself but I now realise I don't have the time.</p>

    <p>It's a Beech on the front boundary. About 3ft DBH. Straight with some character, i.e.: not smooth and boring. About 27ft tall.</p>

    <p>I forgot to measure it and can get a photo tomorrow.</p>

    <p>Obviously I don't expect anything for it, I just need it gone.</p>

    <p>Thanks</p>

    <p>Al.</p>

    <p>07834 414271.</p>

     

  10. Old Mill Tree Care
    I'd like to know where they came from Eddie. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    Phone is still going like crazy here in sunny Surrey. Except it's raining. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    Where are you based? Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    What he said. I looked into it too and came to the conclusion that a 13-18t tipping lorry would be better in every way. So I bought another Transit! Hahaha! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    Christ, I wish I'd never bothered. I'm not the middle man, just trying to help out a client. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    I'm terribly sorry old chap but if fires were allowed, I'm sure my client could deal with a match and newspaper! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    No fires allowed. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    I don't think there is a desperate hurry Bob. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    I didn't know that and assumed it would be fine cos others use a Positioner, I think. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    I guess no one has a mulcher and wants the job.??
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    Apparently the pile is 18m long and 5-6m wide. I think you can see everything else. Anyone want the job?
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    Trying to upload the photo. image1.JPG AArrggh! Client has emailed me two photos but I can't figure out how to put them on here. I'm using a Mac. I'm a tech A-hole!
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    My client, against my advice, has created a big pile of brush, logs and root balls. It needs to be disposed of. There is an 8T excavator with a grab on site. Any method will do and there is access for any size of machinery. The site is in Woldingham in Surrey. I am waiting for a photo of the pile which I will post on here soon. Contact me here or call 07834 414271. Thanks Al.
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    Oh, let's not derail the thread chaps. Yvette, my feeling on a fly zip is that it has two flaws: 1. Water that lands on the climbers lap whilst descending can more easily get through. 2. Any zip can break. I've bought water proofs in the past that are designed for fishermen, soldiers, police etc. They are fine for walking or standing but not quite right for Arb work. It's always better to spend the money on a designed for purpose product. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    I can't imagine Silky is any good at fencing. He's terrified of soil! I remembering him freaking out when he was with me! Hahaha! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.
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    Does water get straight through the fly zip when you're descending? I'm thinking about when your hitch squeezes the water out your rope and it pours straight onto your crotch! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk mobile app.

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