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Telegraph poles - new pole on private land
Bob_z_l replied to Paul in the woods's topic in Trees and the Law
I hope you sort it. If your house insurance has a legal helpline, maybe a call to them. Or citizens advice? It's not just the install, but the ongoing maintenance (and access) in fault situations. Needs to be agreed. Good luck. -
Telegraph poles - new pole on private land
Bob_z_l replied to Paul in the woods's topic in Trees and the Law
When i worked for BT many years ago. I thought all poles on private land were covered by a wayleave. Where permission was sought and a payment made (ground rent) for any infrastructure. I thought this was still the case. -
I haven't used a hyper skip but my regular skip on a 46" bar is glorious. Granted, not as fast as a regular chain but finish is top notch. Rough hewn did a long youtube vid on what worked (for him) and what didn't. Based on what he said and own experience , tend to agree. Hyper on shorter (36") bars wasn't effective. Hope the shoulders recover and can't wait for the pics on "todays milling"
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I ask s the only stuff I've had move that much, so soon after milling was some cherry. It was wet when milled and took a few hours to start to move and after a few days was useless. It's now very Posh firewood. p.s. can't imagine 2 year old HC was an easy mill. Tough as old boots I imagine. ike some old maple I tried and gave up on.
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Was it really wet? I've not milled Horse Chestnut
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I get this, it's just last time out on this particular hill with a decent load on. It became a bit apparent that the trailer brakes were working hard and were starting to fade. I could feel it starting to push. I'd already selected a nice gear but was still lightly dabbing at my brakes to scrub the speed. I was trying to avoid the potential fail where I'd be boiling the fluid in the calipers. Trying to not qualify for the "overloaded" thread. I'm not being reckless, if anything probably erring on the side of caution too much and worrying unnecessarily. There isn't a sensible other route unfortunately. The gradient might be less but the route longer....same result. Thanks @difflock @lux @trigger_andy and yourself for the positive replies.
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Another positive insight. Many thanks.
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Thanks. This was pretty much what I was hoping. Thanks for the input.
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Cheers. I was more concerned with the lack of engine braking overworking the brakes. There aren't loads of hills round here but I do have a 15% one that can be a bit hairy when loaded. I should specify tis is all ON- Road.
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A quick question. I tow regularly with the Ranger (manual) and on the hills can use engine braking to save cooking the truck brakes. I've driven auto cars but not really had any real weight in the load. How easy is this in a auto? Asking as I'm looking to upgrade and there are a few auto versions available. Mitsubishi and Isuzu. Any downsides to be wary of? Cooking the auto fluid?? Cheers
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Air compressor leaking air from elec cable?
Bob_z_l replied to drinksloe's topic in Maintenance help
From memory, my compressor had a similar thing. Isolate the power and inside the box is a sprung loaded valve that switches the motor off wen it reaches a set pressure say 8 bar. The outlet from the cylinder could have blown a bit of muck or rust up there and spoilt the seal. Especially if it's not been drained of water I jus let al the air out and unbolted the assembly and had a good clean up. If that makes sense. -
These are good. All depends on lots of things. They are great for when we were working in a small area. But if the work area is larger then the tower lights in partnership with head lights would be the way to go (in my opinion) I' might also be asking the main contractor if they could assist with the lighting.... assist with getting additional lighting that could be used. If it's a large ish possession they'll already be providing light for their own workforce????
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It was the Ivy that did it! Sorry, wrong thread. :-)
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2 x circ blades unless my glasses are wonky.
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I saw the small circ blade but they looked to run ahead of the bandsaw blade. Giving instant beams.
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Not really. Always used to be Christmas day on the farm next door.
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And god forbid they injure themselves because you'll be liable. It's madness and I wish there was a solution. Fed up with picnickers and right to roamers.
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My Sealskinz are more for MTB riding. Wouldn't say they are 100% waterproof. They keep my hands warm when using a saw and offer reasonable dexterity. Think bike controls, gears etc. I have damage to my R hand that means I really feel the cold due to poor circulation. They are great for keeping warm but dragging brash will kill them. So: A - Not really B - Ok -Not bad. C - fail. They are black. Hoping you get something that works. Will follow with interest.
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Had some Clarke stuff. Never had any problems. Got a table saw that is budget but bang on.
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It once was a tree - help required please
Bob_z_l replied to TuscanPhil's topic in Tree Identification pictures
Could it be a Cedar? The smell. Insect resistant... I've got whirls like that in some of my Cedar boards. -
I have something very much like the 12ton Rock machinery one. Split 30 cube a year. Combination of petrol and axe. If I were buying again, I'd go for the one that can split both vertical and horizontal. With a deck that isn't so low that you bend over it all the time. I have modified mine to be single handed operation (tut , tut) and higher but could have avoided this by buying the right one first time. 15ton Venom Compact Series Petrol Log Splitter - Rock Machinery - Log Splitters & High Quality Garden Machinery WWW.ROCKMACHINERY.CO.UK Introducing the new 2021 Venom 15ton Compact series log splitter. This new model now features a 2 stage pump and... like this.
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That would be a result. When you have to disassemble half the car front end just t replace a light bulb. Madness.
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Yep. I have a maul and an old fibreglass felling axe, both probably looks like @trigger_andy X27. I rarely use maul for anything but knocking a splitting wedge in. Or a stake. You are right, all about your own preference. Try before you buy is the way. Saying that, the OP like me seems already subscribed to Fiskars, so this is all about getting the right size.
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I get this too. But on a cold day, nothing warms me up like smashing a few rounds about. Rather than be bent over the splitter.
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As I found the X27. On smaller , easier , bits I'd end up using two hands but 2choking" the axe by holding it higher up the shaft. The x17 for me is perfect. My all day, every day if needed axe. Different people like different things so if you had the chance you should see it you could borrow one. I should be on commission from Fiskars.... I've lent axes to a dozen different mates and they all go and buy one. Be it X27,25 or 17. ** I haven't got a X25 but some mates have said the 27 is too long and they didn't need that amount of splitting force. They've not regretted the purchase. If you were closer you'd be welcome to try....
