Maxnaggle
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Yeah it's going to happen either way with out doubt, I was just wondering whether any owe had experience of doing one. So far I'm absolutely chuffed with it though
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Hey all, merry Christmas! I've just picked up a ford ranger with 80k on the clock, seems as though it's been looked after, though there was a bit of confusion over whether the timing belt had been done. So at the very least I am going to get it inspected, as it may well be years/20k over due. Looking in the engine bay access seems pretty good. So I'm sorry of thinking of doing it myself, and was wondering if anyone could shine some light of the situation. Failing that, how much roughly should I expect to pay to get a garage to do the belt and the water pump? Many thanks
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That Jansen machine looks pretty serious for the money! Great for someone starting out, hire in a bigger machine when it's needed. Plus I doubt you would ever be short of wood to burn if the capacity is 3 inch..
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Boooo that's boring! Im thinking about getting a ranger to replace my caddy van and using it for a mix of subby stuff and my own jobs, but am really worried the decrease in mpg will take the fun out of it... I then thought about a transit tipper but they also suffer from poor mpg... The only thing I can think of would be a vw t4 pick up, capable of 40 mpg. Obsessing? Maybe.. but the idea of a juicy vehicle stopping me from doing stuff outside of tree work gives me the heebie jeebies
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Now I did not know foresters had a low box! Surely knocking motorway speed down to 60 would impact the economy of a 4x4 significantly???
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I've found semi chisel chains to be a bit more robust and smoother in the cut, definitely what I would go for!
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That's an awesome set up! How'd you get on with the l200?
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Currently got some gladiator vent type a's. Nice cut! Bit worried about the material on the back of the trouser giving up though, time will tell!
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As others have said, good for using with a prussic, fairly stiff
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Awesome pics in this thread!
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True that! Figures show extent of NHS reliance on foreign nationals | Society | The Guardian
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I've never managed to use a Humboldt cut and have the piece actually fall flat, it usually wants to go top heavy like usual, it looks like he chases the cut in the video leaving very little hinge... Can anyone clarify?? Would make sense I guess
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So in the end I ended up using income assured for personal insurance, as they seem to cover everything from mental illnesses to extreme sport. I've gone for PL/EL through arborist. Both companies were well priced (I thought) and a pleasure to deal with. I (thankfully) can't comment on what they're like in the event of an accident/claim. Hope this helps
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I don't think they're out yet! I want one thought haha
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I've used the slightly bigger version of this, I thought it was a great pruning saw. Similar to the stihl 150 but with better ergonomics and more solid build quality Echo CS-2510TES 10" Chainsaw
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Haha especially when there's other stuff to be doing as well!
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dead Monkeypuzzle , before it is felled n hagged up for firewood
Maxnaggle replied to difflock's topic in General chat
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Hey all, had the pleasure of being on this job a few weeks ago, also had the time to get some snaps! Hopefully this will work.... Enjoy The next two are a wood wasp (apparently doesn't sting..) And one of the two dogs owned by the guy we were doing the job for. Can't remember the breed but it was massive, scared of everything and would east anything (we saw her east a kiwi skin, banana skin, pine cone and an acorn while we were having lunch) Sorry about the links, tried to upload the photos but it wasn't having any of it
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dead Monkeypuzzle , before it is felled n hagged up for firewood
Maxnaggle replied to difflock's topic in General chat
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I've heard it said both ways - even the insurer wasn't sure! works out alright for me because I sometimes do my own jobs.
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Also, I think you will be fine as long as you are honest about your ability, and charge accordingly!
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I've found public liability to be a bit of a grey area. As far as I'm aware, if your under the instruction of someone else on their job, then you don't need any. They should have PL and EL which will cover you. Though if you turn up to the yard, get given a job sheet and are sent of to do the job, then you need insurance. I guess this is because you are then in charge of the job? I've got insurance, it means I can take on more, do my own stuff, and worry less! Defo get personal insurance as well, £22 quid a month for guaranteed income!
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I always thought a limited slip diff and some slightly wider tyres on the front would make the transit the ultimate Arb vehicle... I guess it depends on whose driving, how straight the route is, and if the ground is damp! Plus how many trips ?
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I've got a butterfly, and I'm almost certain my quality of life will increase tenfold with a tree motion
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My dad lives 3 hours south of Lemoges, beautiful place, lovely people!
