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  1. Thanks, Steve. think they said 18" to 2'. Only larger wood I have here at present is chestnut which I doubt would work well
  2. Been asked for some rings as axe throwing targets. Never had a go at this but presume it's very easy to have them split. How are they usually done?
  3. But looks like Difflock can
  4. It's bonkers Mick. I saw a post on Facebook for local recommendations for tree surgeons. The list was ridiculously long for what is a small town. Most that I know have alternative revenue streams to keep the wolf from the door.
  5. We do the same. It shrinks a fair bit and I hate wasting expensive storage space so they get filled to the max. I handball off the excess and try to have any sub 8" logs at the top which get handballed into a separate crate for those customers that need dinky logs. If for some reason the logs are poorer quality ie some willow or maybe slightly turning wood I send out the whole crate to make up for the lesser quality wood. Yes, it takes a few mins per load to sort but are margins really that tight you can't afford some sorting?
  6. You would be needing a big old motor. Our 55hp tractor stalls with tough wood on eco. So an equivalent power is 41kw motor Say electric at 15 p per kWh (don't know what 3 phase costs) That's £6 per hour in electric. I can run our tractor all day on less than £6 of red.
  7. Having used Woodwarms both multifuel and wood only I preferred the multifuel. They are faster to light as you can add some lower air for a short while and easy to clear out with the riddling system. Both worked perfectly when up to temp with wood. Never tried the same sized model on the same flue so not a perfect comparison.
  8. Not sure what it is but his is a beast while mine is just bloody good. 3/8 chain clearly helps with clearing the chips but think there is more to it than that.
  9. I use the same. It's a good saw but my mate just got the 562xp and it knocks the 560 into a cocked hat with a 20" bar. Never had problems with the electronics to date
  10. Seen one demoed at the APF but might have been the 16t version. Good sized blade and quick cycle time and as you say well built. If I needed a mobile self-powered splitter it would be on my shortlist
  11. Not quite what you have asked for but these work fine with glasses as they vent out the front so no steaming up. I use them when processing with dusty or moldy woods Moldex 2405 FFP2 Masks (Valved) (Pack 20 FFP2 Masks) Moldex Classic FFP2 Mask WWW.PROTECTIVEMASKSDIRECT.CO.UK Moldex 2405 FFP2 Dust Masks Valved Classic FFP2 Strong & Durable No Need for nose clips. Loop strap for easy...
  12. Today if anyone is interested
  13. You may have been unlucky. Mine is still spot on with almost no rust anywhere even though it has to live outside at times
  14. The wind keeps rising. Couldn't have got out earlier without having a saw to hand with lots of small trees down across the roads. Been out tidying up some bits off our hedges. The little electric Makita prooving perfect for the task
  15. Windy! Just moved some fair sized branches off our lane and weather warning for wind does not start until 10.00 with it rising at least another 10 MPH from now.
  16. Do mean a wooden dovetailed together vice?
  17. Have a look at his pics on photo bucket and will get the joke ?
  18. Great stuff Bob. Any reason for no open shelves then? shelves are cheap but cupboards may cost a bit unless I can get my hands on some old kitchen units.
  19. Just sorting out a small workshop for all the saws etc. Also putting in a workbench for repairs and sharpening. Looking for ideas on storage and best setups for sharpening and benches. Thanks
  20. You say it's self-explanatory but I have had guys here working with me but I don't clock their hours I just trust them to do that. I can completely lose track of time when working at home. Doing an itemised invoice to please the customer is a small price to pay if you can earn £50 an hour.
  21. Yes, can't see the fuss. It's exactly what we do and why would you not break it down on the invoice?
  22. I never understand why we get these threads where everyone has to put the boot in because someone is prepared to work for a low rate. Why can't we all charge what we want and not be condemned for it?
  23. A bit of both. It fried its brain due to a damaged wire but to be fair to the dealer they did sort that swiftly. Recently been looking into putting a post knocker on it. This has proved frustrating with post knocker suppliers saying I need a free flow hydraulic return. It took me an age to find out if the Gehl could run it as is. The answer is no so now looking at fitting one myself but without a local helpful dealer, it's not easy. I have come up with a plan now though. All this faf got me wondering if all this would be easier with a more mainstream loader. Having seen the price of the SH series 6 I am now thinking I can handle some inconvenience. Also hadn't appreciated that MO uses a different mounting bracket so that would be another pile of expense either buying new or adapting mine. As you were gents this is a no go but thanks for the help all the same.
  24. Just got to hear about this yesterday. I don't know a great deal about it at this stage other than they want to build it up to be like the Roadford woodfairs of the past. There may still be a few spaces left so may be worth getting in touch with the organisers. We are hoping to have a stand on the day. It would be great if it could get some good support. Facebook Event

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