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Posts posted by ldj92
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Bit early in the year for a reduction of a cherry tree by that % . Nice shape though I would add some tree and shrub fertiliser to the base of that tree all the way out to the drip line . Anything high in pot ash and nitrogen will be good . Pruning this early could lead to numerous problems this and next year . Cherry tree pruning as a rule late summer never winter . Hence my bit early remark . Now go feed that tree
Thanks for the advice. Yeah i know it a little early but some of the advice I received said there is no real perfect time to prune them as they are prone to different types of diseases at different times of the year? Something along those lines anyway.
I will look into the shrub fertiliser now.
Thanks
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damn it sorry about the neck ache
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Hi
Im considering either one of two courses.
The RFS online version which means i can carry on working fully and complete course in my own time. Only concern with this is i remember how keen i was at completing my homework back at school...
The trees and timber i can take 1 day off a month pretty much and its a work based qualification.
The main deal breaker for me if the one with the best content and leaves you in the best position for progressing onto other courses??
Any advice would be much appreciated
Cheers
Luke
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Hello
Im having a few problems with a second hand 261 i bought. It is a 2009 model i think.
Firstly
*The saw doesn't like to be left on tick over so it cuts out.
*Sometimes doesn't like the chain brake to be applied.
*I can notice it lags power for a second before revving up to full speed
*When it cuts out it doesn't like to warm start, I normally have to half choke it or something.
Secondly
I am a complete amateur at chainsaw mechanics but decided to try and fix the machine myself. I messed about with the carb settings a bit and currently can't decide if i made it better or worse. To be perfectly honest i couldn't tell the difference. I then took it to pieces and took the clutch drum off. Decided to give it some revs and shortly after the coil spring for the chain brake popped out. I shouldn't find this too difficult to repair but the existing one is bent and won't go back into place.
Does anybody know exactly what i need to do to fix this machine, what parts i am going to need and where is the best place to source them.
I need the saw at the weekend so any help would be hugely appreciated.
Thanks for reading!
Luke
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Hello all.
I am looking for some work in the Bristol area for the start of next week (03/03) and possibly the following week (10/03).
* Experienced groundsman with relevant tickets (cs30/31)
* Passed cs38 yesterday (27/02) and have my cs39 assessment tomorrow (29/02)
* Willing to travel and work long days
* Hard worker you will not feel let down
If anybody has or knows of any work for me then please give me a call on 07590326300. I am more than happy to work the odd day here or there.
Many Thanks
Luke
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haha some good ideas
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for a tree/gardening/fencing business??
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Hello,
I am currently looking for work in a number of areas including;
Lincolnshire
Nottinghamshire
Leicestershire
Northamptonshire
Buckinghamshire
I will also consider any other area within the UK if the job is long enough and accommodation is available.
I am fairly new to the industry but hold my CS30/31 tickets and have worked for a number of different tree surgeons to gain more experience.
I also hold a full/clean UK driving licence.
If you are interested please call me on 07590326300.
Many Thanks
Luke
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cheers lads. Was a good laugh,
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Good news! £800 well spent.
Is there anybody in the Lincolnshire/Milton Keynes/Northampton area that would be able to offer me any work experience??
Luke
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okay so 550 vs ms261
easiest to maintain/ most reliable?
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Thanks for advice everyone. I am currently half way though cs30/31 and its going well.
In regards to the saw, husky 550 xp looks like a good bet but what would be the Stigl equivelant, the ms 261?
Thanks
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Hi
I have been given an old chainsaw to mess about with. Unfortunately it doesn't start ( probably why my boss gave it to me for free).
The chainsaw is 8-10 years old and has been sitting around for a year or so now.
I have checked the spark plug and there appears to be a spark there, fuel line seems to be in a reasonable order.
Could somebody please let me know what could be up with it and if its worth spending a few quid on getting it working again.
Thanks, Luke
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I suppose something around £500 mark as like you say it is worth while getting something that will last me.
Husky 555 looks good, can get a good deal on ebay. Would you buy from the states?
Thanks
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Hi
Thanks for replies.
I will wait until my course then as see what they are using.
In regards to how much to spend... I really dont know, do i buy a new one or second hand etc? I guess not too much initially.
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Hi
I am new to the industry and will be taking my cs30/31 soon. Can anyone advise me on what may be a suitable chainsaw to begin with ( mainly at home felling small tree's and cutting logs)?
Thanks
Luke
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Thanks for that I will pop them an email!
Looks like a fairly reasonable price as well. Do you know if they do the Level 3 online after this?
Or is there something else in its place?
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Hello All,
I am currently working on a self employed basis for a fencing company. For a while now I have felt that I would like to become a tree surgeon.
I am due to complete CS30/31 at the start of next month which has taken me a while to save up for.
Is anybody aware of any entry level-online qualifications that I can complete while I am still in full time work?
I know there are college courses available out there but if I could work full time for a tree surgeon and learn the theoretical side of Arboriculture then this would suit me much better.
Also if you feel that it would be better to go back to college instead of completing a course online please let me know.
Thanks
Luke
My first good sized reduction...
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Yeah I agree with you its quite bare in the inner canopy but are you not meant to clear it to let the light through?