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What additions would you like to see on Arbtalk
NFG replied to Steve Bullman's topic in General chat
Hi +1 some very good points here from an old fart N -
What additions would you like to see on Arbtalk
NFG replied to Steve Bullman's topic in General chat
Hi Steve, like Spuds ideas:D How about thumbs up & thumbs down or green/red arrow for post ranking?, with the ability to sort by ranking, it may help reduce frivolous posts, I dont know. Perhaps the ability to add an icon: cool, troll, scull & cross bones etc Or an ability for the thread starter to check something to say the post was helpful to their queery. This may be controversial but Ill say it & be dammed, have you considered a paid level of membership Bronze read only Silver can post Gold post & access to special arbtalk areas with offers & foxy chics - for example? All may be a bit server side intensive though Good luck with the re-design N -
Hi Because I told my boss "I'll be spending a lot more time in France & a sickie may be pushing it..." About 3 years ago. N
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Hi Good post & agree entirely, its the job that counts & I have great respect for all who do this full time, because its hard work. But then if it was easy, it wouldn't give the reward or satisfaction of a difficult job well done. oh & welcome, theres some good people here & a wealth of knowledge. N
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Hi Classic, thats two good Mrs Egg posts in two days, you should have your own account you know. N
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Hi, I have a 365xt 70cc on a 20" bar, I use for cutting oak up to about 20" or so & it goes through that fine, softwood it rips through like butter. I havent used the larger 372/390 but would say a 372 on a 24 or 390 on 28 as per Stubby is desirable if you cut larger on a regular basis & if you intend to cut large quantity of bigger wood 390 can be justified. Im told that a 365 can be modded to give it almost same power as 372 as some components are the same, perhaps suggest you have a go with all combinations if possible before deciding. I would like a 390 or a 660 but has to be accepted by 'finance' N
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Let's see it this filters through to anything meaningful?
NFG replied to kevinjohnsonmbe's topic in Business Management
Hi +1 from me, they need to reign in the tax owed from large business & stop treating small ones like thieves, HMRC should start at the top & work down. As for red tape, Ill judge them by their actions not words. N -
Hi We have a Land Rover 300TDi, I would say it depends if you want to buy it for a restoration project or use it commercially. If its the later then I would avoid as you could end up spending more time working on it than cutting down trees. But just my thoughts N
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See what gems you'll miss? beats watching the goggle box N
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Hi, I was a bit surprised when the term 'Senior member' appeared so perhaps you have a point. "almost an old fart" would be closer, Im 55 and have used a saw on & off since I was 12 but theres always something new to learn from young guns & old hands. But due to the diversity of the people here, you're going to get a wide range of opinions. Also trucks are important, if you want to get to your job with all your kit? However, I bet you'll miss the engineering skill of Spud, WYK to name a few & the humour from Jon, Felix & many others who have even made my O/H laugh. All the best & good luck N
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OK, I see the 290 as mid way between consumer & pro saws & has a plastic case albeit good quality, but dosnt win points from pro users who prefer magnesium ones 260/1 & as Spud will say is a bugger to work on because of that. If you want to run an 18" bar then around 60cc will do - as divide cc by 3 = roughly max bar length, if youre only going to cut small ish wood then a smaller bar would fly & still permit felling fair sized trees. Second hand saws depend on how theyve been used & maintained & how handy you are at fixing them to be viable, so make sure you check out thoroughly before buying. Sure a few more knowledgeable will pitch in soon, N
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Hi, all depends what condition its in, how its been looked after & what sort of use in the past, & how practical you are with fixing things if its got or develops a problem. Nothing worse than a dog you have to throw money at to keep going. If its not had heavy constant use, is in good nick & not a Chinese copy then fine as it looks a decent pro saw but cant comment more as not used one. That said it looks like a slightly larger 346 which is a cracking saw & would like to own (if anyones got a good 'un - please ). N
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aah, so thats how they get their chips to taste salty? N
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Hi, Agree entirely, +1 from me. I was hoping the French would burn them down here, unfortunately not, although much to our satisfaction there is one that closed in a nearby town. Its still possible to get a really nice 'plat de jour' for about 11 euros: entrée, main, desert & half a bottle of drinkable wine in a local restaurant & I know what & where Id rather eat ! N
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Hello Bonjour, Welcome to the forum & good luck with your studies, theres a few of us based in France. N
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Hi Its an issue with cheap saws, unfortunately some not up to EU safety standards N
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Bonjour Nice shot, there was me thinking that looks like France with all those vines... - doh! Rain all day in the Vendee also, tomorrow & Sun should be nice N
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Hi, We have a Rayburn 216M cooker - only rated 5Kw but heats the kitchen, a radiator, towel rail & a Newark cylinder for hot water, this is specifically designed for uncontrolled heat sources & works very well loads of hot water & no electrics to make it work. In the cylinder we specified an additional coil & connections for thermo tubes we intend to fit this spring for solar heated water in summer. N
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Hi Our disco has 209,000 miles & about a two miles of filler rod N
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Hi, I had to look twice at the photos, before realising just what you'd done here Excellent work, well done & keep us posted, N
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Hi What a disgrace & yet another reason Im glad I no longer reside in the UK This would not happen in France. N
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Hi Comme ça? Flywheel for Stihl MS190T, 017 - 1130 400 1200 | Stihl MS170/017 Chainsaw Spares May be best to call them & confirm it also fits 192 N
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Hi, They are quite nice trucks, a builder friend has double cab one, seems to go well & pulls trailer with a mini digger on it no problem - 2.5 4 cylinder diesel. However, I think there is an issue with some early ones: The main bearing bolts were overtightened on some, taking the metal near to the plastic zone. The bolts need to be replaced by dealer if not, bearing rattle can start at around 70K ending with engine failure. Think it was up to a 54 plate, but please Google it to be sure, certainly worth asking if that work has been done. N
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Hi, I had to read that twice "given" thats lucky, however, I see the plaques are all in French & thus needs to return home without delay, please post it to me tout suite! Well done for getting it going & it looks in good nick, I dont quite translate the bottom row of the plaque "duelle de l'équipe" - dual team ? two man operation perhaps? N
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Hi Always worth calling/checking the site sponsors here & quoting Arbtalk, anyway, I wouldnt bother with Ebay unless proven beyond all doubt. What they may be doing is posting a picture of the original item & selling copies, who knows? So dont waste any more time, give Jonesie or one of the other sponsors here a call & support a good company and a guarantee/warranty with your new saw to boot . N
