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  1. David Goss
    We may just do that We are not spending all 3 days in Auckland, that's just base camp for those days till we get the car. Trying to cram everything into 3 weeks will be difficult and we will no doubt miss a lot but we can't really afford to take much more time off work. If I could I would go for a year but we ain't young anymore and it gets harder to find the available time to spend on these things. One thing is for sure, I am going to make the most of it:thumbup:
  2. David Goss
    Ah cool we are flying into Auckland and will be there for 3 days (till the jet lag wears off) before hiring a car and touring around. Will probably pm you the day after tomorrow then, whenever that will be haha I am already confused with the time difference and I haven't even left yet!
  3. David Goss
    Cheers mate Unfortunately we are flying back on the 3rd so I will miss the comp. Would be good to meet up even for a wee drink on the passing:thumbup1: Where abouts are you and I will pm you when we are getting close? Cheers all for the comments, don't be too jealous now:lol: I will post up some pics when I get back.
  4. David Goss
    North island, all over:001_smile: Can't wait, now I am getting excited but not for the 30 hours travel time:thumbdown: Will be definitely visiting as many volcanos as the wife has patience for.
  5. David Goss
    As title says, I am going to New Zealand tomorrow for 3 weeks:biggrin: That's it Discus if you feel the need:lol:
  6. David Goss
    This is true up to a certain point, if the trees are edge trees which I guess they are then the lower branches can become very large. If the branches are thicker than 10cm diameter then the tree wil struggle to close the wound quickly, this will leave the wood open to attack from fungus. Also when the branches are so large then a collar will form, it's not a good idea to cut flush with the trunk in this instance and you should cut the branch off just where the collar ends and the branch begins.
  7. David Goss
    Cracking pics as always
  8. David Goss
    Mon eh big man!
  9. David Goss
    Lots of good advice here, if the ash is really big and worth anywhere near the 600 then I would just walk away and learn your lesson. Tell them you can't do the ash as its in a conservation area and put in an invoice for half to two thirds of the cash your owed. If they don't pay then it's up to you if you want to take it further. Good luck
  10. David Goss
    Fair comments and I am glad your not taking it badly It would surprise you how many people can't take constructive criticism in any way but badly. Taking a big top out is a good one for getting the adrenalin moving but I would still prefer to finish the job instead of leaving half a tree:001_rolleyes:
  11. David Goss
    I agree, it's a matter of principal for me. Why break something if you don't need to? Cutting the tree in 2 or 3 sections would not take that much extra time and would actually save time for the groundies as there is smaller bits to process. Also a tree with so many branches wouldn't need spikes to make it any easier at all.
  12. David Goss
    As close to as many houses as possible:001_tt2: Seriously though it sounds like a grand idea:thumbup:
  13. David Goss
    No worries
  14. David Goss
    Haha yea I know my mushrooms are getting better but this one is way beyond my artistic talent:laugh1: Thanks for the pm bob but I think that guy is a bit too far away being in dumfries. I will pass on the details anyway if I don't get anyone closer.
  15. David Goss
    Damn I just noticed its not even in the chainsaw carving forum like I wanted it to be:blushing: Bloody iPhones and tiny screens plus a complete inability to use them (my pc broke so I have to use the phone sorry)
  16. David Goss
    So I don't need to look for one anymore? I was just about to make a few calls... Glad I checked here first:001_rolleyes:
  17. David Goss
    I have a client who has a few trees to come down and wants the trunks of at least 1 of them to be carved. Seems she has her heart set on a bear. If you are up to the task then pm me for further details. Was in 2 minds whether this should be here or in employment section so if I made a boo boo then please feel free to move it to the right section. Sorry mr moderator for the inconvenience:001_huh:
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    really? Some people have strange ideas of how trees look. Anyway my original "why" was meant to be, why did you cut it in one instead of just going a bit higher and taking it in 2 or 3 sections so as to avoid squashing the hedge?
  19. David Goss
    Just one question.... Why?
  20. David Goss
    Haha yea I am with you on that score.
  21. David Goss
    I don't have the sussies for the tree motion but I expect they will help some for when you have a big saw hanging off your belt. As for sore hips well mine is always over my hips because I am too skinny and that's the only place I can get any harness to sit. I don't get sore hips with the tree motion at all unlike any other harness I have tried.
  22. David Goss
    that would be ok if every log was level, otherwise your measurements would be way off.
  23. David Goss
    yea i liked that too, i would pay for one of them for sure. The laser sight thing just looks like a gimmick to me, like test cricket says there is more than just the direction of the gob and back cut being perfectly straight to make it go in the right place. You might get first prize in the rate my hinge thread though
  24. David Goss
    Well now seems we are one step away from the perfect felling line:lol: What do you think of this one guys?? [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fTS4NmU4QU]STIHL: 2 in 1 Laser - YouTube[/ame]
  25. David Goss
    Nice work! I agree with you, on certain types of tree the crossing and rubbing branches are what gives it its own individual character and with weeping types it is nigh on impossible to eliminate this kind of branch structure without destroying the natural look of the tree. With small trees in particular i think it is pointless to remove these branches as they will never become dangerous due to the limited size and weight. I would only remove them if their presence is causing it to become too busy in certain areas if you know what i mean???

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