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This one was in such a shocking state that it was felled in one ..too dodgy to dismantle !! right on to a lawn and shrubs slabs etc ... yet looked fine and healthy from a distance , decay was not present further up after about 5 m...
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good to see that they are representative of the population 👍
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How long have we urban dwellers got?
devon TWiG replied to openspaceman's topic in Log burning stoves and fireplaces
There does seem to be quite a few reports in the media about the pollution caused by woodburners , which is in itself enough to trigger campaign groups to call for a ban , and almost any MP would not miss the opportunity of a publicity photo with a child with COPD etc whilst calling for a ban and claiming to be a gaurdian of the environment !! I really do not understand the fuss as most stoves are only lit at night in winter , and there are far more important things to focus on . -
Acacia dealbata/Mimosa health check
devon TWiG replied to John L's question in Homeowners Tree Advice Forum
Saw a few in flower yesterday , so does not look hopefull .. -
Air compressors.. which kind to get & what do you use yours for?
devon TWiG replied to Cordata's topic in General chat
I recently bought a Hyundai one ..very quiet , only 8 litre capacity but fine for blowing out dust etc ... Hyundai 8 Litre Air Compressor, 4CFM/118psi, Silenced, Oil Free, Direct Drive 0.75hp | HY5508 HYUNDAIPOWEREQUIPMENT.CO.UK Hyundai Air Compressor HY5508 with 0.75hp power, 118psi maximum pressure, 4CFM air displacement and 8L tank capacity. Available now. -
No doubt everyone is constantly hearing about the supposed dire state of the economy , caused by Brexit according to many ...however ...it seems there is no mention of the fact that the FTSE is at all time record highs at the moment ....🤔
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Bark/slice identification if possible?
devon TWiG replied to youngsapling's topic in Tree Identification pictures
Oak .....more difficult as it is dead / old , not fresh cut .....but inner bark and medullary rays give it away.... -
the council can and do charge dwellers if there is no legal right to be there , usually for the duration of enforcement notice or until retrospective planning is obtained , the issue seems to be in this case ...change of use / unlawful dwelling / no residential use ...
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Road de icing salt is a possibility ....
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A few people locally know I like the wood so have done a few....only one real big one , makes nice stuff when turned , but I prefer other woods more ....
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my first thought was that it is the sealant melting , but it really should not if fitted properly using suitable stuff ..
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How to proceed with old apple trees?
devon TWiG replied to Christobel's question in Homeowners Tree Advice Forum
I would leave them for a couple of years and see how they form a new crown ,and what fruit they produce , most pruning done in commercial orchards is done to make them a shape which gives easy access to pick the fruit ... -
No .....it was a farmer who was advised by a soon to start fencing contractor to remove the Ash trees as they will die soon and then fall on fence ....it was unbelievable that he was not killed , there were dozens like this , all with substantial lean and 50 -80 ft tall !!!! AGRI STYLE 👍🤣
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Not really a hinge , I think it should be called "the kindling cut "😂 ms661 with 30 " bar for scale ...not my felling !!!
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Fel , can you do your current job part time ...or take extended leave / sabbatical ? It is not always easy to step out of your comfort zone in to the unknown and it is easy for others to be brave on your behalf but they do not have any consequences !! Would it be possible to resume your current line of work in a year or two is it does not work out ?...
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I believe his headstone has been carved with " I told you I was ill " !!!😂
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Are there grey squirrels in Sweden and the rest of Europe ? ....also nurse / sacrificial crops can help with growing more high value hardwoods ..eg Sycamore , theory is the Greys attack them in preference to Oak ..
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or almost any hardwood for that matter !! , maybe for bio diversity etc, but timber production is very unlikely ...
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It is an inevitable certainty that Squirrels will ruin them all before long though !!
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I recently acquired about a TON of ASH BURR ...it is now on my land and the nearest town is ...ASHBURTON !!! this will be cut in to blocks for woodturning and should result in some fabulous creations with all that figure and a bit of spalting as well !!
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Pole Lathe bowl Turning thread anyone??
devon TWiG replied to Thom Noonan's topic in Woodcraft Forum
That's a lot of bowls !!...Greenwood working , esp spooncarving seems to be a bit of a cult thing nowadays , we are in the perfect job for getting nice wood ..👍 -
employment Work and employment advice please
devon TWiG replied to John Hathaway's topic in Employment
If you wish to remain on the IOW then is there really many options of companies to work for ?? -
2 stroke engines are much more powerful for the same cc as 4 stroke , they fire every 2 strokes ,have less moving parts , they are often considered higher revving as you hear more combustion strokes , many modern 4 stroke motorcycle engines rev higher . 15-16000 is not uncommon , there are now very few 2 stroke engines due to emissions ....
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Ash...
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Stack them a bit like building a dry stone wall against a fence / wall , cover just the top ...even in the garage , only one log deep and they will dry fine ...move indoors late summer for best results ..
