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  1. cornish wood burner
    Hi Steve I wouldn't say I'm the best qualified to offer you advice but in the absence of better here's my thoughts. We use a Oregon jet cut at work but one port doesn't grip small line very well. Still ok for over 3mm and still another pair we can use but it's not done a huge amount of work. Might be a one off but it does suggest a weakness with small lines. I would say the Oregon has a more swept holder so easier on the line if you are into the really heavy stuff with a powerful machine. My own Portek head needed the thread on the aluminium disc refixing with loctite as it came unscrewed when changing line. Was really tight though as it had been strimming sheep net. My conclusion from my limited use would be if you are using big line in a head for heavy work on a 2kw plus machine go for the Oregon jet. Smaller line on smaller machine then perhaps the Portek.
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    Portek also do a precut line head. I use 4 mm diamond edge or the Portek line in mine, cuts almost anything if you keep the revs up.
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    Looks like there may be room behind the break to bridge it with a piece of flat with a stud in the original position. Hold the flat in position with two small bolts, probably need to tap threads for them if room is tight.
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    Biggest problem you will face if you buy your own chipper is its a very steep learning to set it up for the best production and quality. A small boiler will be very susceptible to poor quality chip and you probably will get a lot of feed problems. Muzmax produces one of the best quality chip samples I have seen if you really are going down that road. We have had many different chippers chip for us and believe me if the machine is not set right it makes a big difference in quality and quantity.
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    Better to hire someone to chip for you in my opinion. No tractor, no sharpening blades,no breakdowns to worry about and extra help when you chip if you go the chip route.
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    It certainly can. An "R" clip is often used in a clevis pin especially if it is going to be removed often but other fasteners such as split pins are also used.
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    Exactly. Our bungalow had a tie on it when we bought it. No problem as I was employed in agriculture/ horticulture. We did get the tie removed before building an extension, but you will need valid reasons and best to talk to a specialist. More like 60% of normal market value with a tie around here.
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    To answer you original question. No it shouldn't look like that. It should be sparkling clean before you take it apart. Much easier to clean when it's in one piece and you reduce the danger of getting bits where they shouldn't be.
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    That's it. Losing a little bit on the wood you get for your money but you are not paying the haulier for carrying water around. Other benefits I can see is you are virtually there as regards MC so almost no time in your kiln or air drying before selling. Money tied up for a shorter time has to be a good thing.
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    The trick is to keep them moist without applying so much water that you wash them away. I work for a large commercial nursery and the P&D guy uses them. He says they work well and gave me the above advice.
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    That certainly works or you can treat with nematodes.
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    We used to buy at the rate of 1.1 cubic metre = 1tonne So assuming you mean same price per CM or tonne you are losing volume but gaining transport cost. Assuming you pay about the same as us you will lose £19 per load. Or at least I think that what it was when I worked it out earlier in the day. You will not need to dry so long of course.
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    Thanks for the suggestions. I must have a look at it before we need it again.
  14. cornish wood burner
    Our 365 has had similar symptoms from new. Poor starting after being left for a while and also a bit hard to pull. I have now discovered fuel is leaking into the chamber.
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    It looks like my Toro 53cm has a two blades. Presumably the small winged one keeps the grass airborne to mulch. I think it might be an advantage to remove this blade if collecting. Rubbish collector with the two blades on but I always mulch now so never tried with one blade.
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    Behind a large hex nut?
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    We have threaded posts on our golf buggy batteries. My guess it's a deep cycle or traction battery take your pick. They are designed to stand being discharged to a high percentage of their capacity without damage. Consult your local battery specialist for one that will give you enough power. Ours give a trade in price on your old one so take your old one along as a pattern.
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    I'm sure the Colchester council tax payers are relieved you are not spending more of their valuable money / resources. My thoughts would be "its done live with it."
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    Good to know Thanks
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    Main reason I can suggest for specifying a 3 phase supply, is your supply company will maintain your supply, rather than you having to replace your conversion box when it fails. Depends how much 3 phase you are planning to use and the installation cost.
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    You cannot run big motors off a 13 A plug. There are 16 and 32 A ones available if you go that route. 5 hp motor would need a 32 A circuit and plug and socket, or wire in direct and create a 3 phase circuit with multiple outlets if required.
  22. cornish wood burner
    Thanks to all that replied. I think I will go with the winchmax as suggested by monkeybusiness. Just seen a 3000 lb version on Amazon for £99.95 so suprisingly within budget.
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    Cheers Tow ball mount is my other option. My ride on mower is going to carry the battery and winch and use a tree as an anchor. So probably the neatest plan would be to mount a small winch to the front of its chassis, reverse up to the anchor tree and hook up both ends.
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    Just had a quick look and seen one 3000 lb with remotes @ £136 which would fit the bill Thanks
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    Thanks Billhook It's only for small back leaning trees. Most of my hardwood comes off an overgrown hedge which I coppice. Most are in the 4 to 8 inch diameter range with one or two up to 12 inch. Must come my way as the neighbour has a fence along the edge of his field. A remote would give me the option of a second line as a guide if necessary. I would be surprised if I ever needed more than 1/2 tonne pull but I would like to have some safety margin hence 1 to 1.5 tonne.

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