Fredward
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Yeah I'd say that's a good call, some people do it to create a walking stick and handle, it think that might be a bit big though, hehe
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I guess so if you can get the right sprocket? Don't forget that Echo tools take a bit of running in, and some chains get better with a sharpen or two.
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Hi Jacob, Similarly I couldn't get the sprocket in NZ. I'm instead running 1.1mm 3/4 inch which means you can use the original sprocket. Obviously with less cutters than the 1/4inch set up the cut isn't the same, but it pulls it well and is much easier to sharpen. The parts should be readily available as they are used on polesaws etc
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Awesome Joe. How hard is it to do locking brummels in both ends?
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Wait until your at customs at Auckland airport, getting the third-degree from the big guy with the rubber glove on I'm not sure I found it relaxed at all to be honest.. I remember doing police checks, doctors examination, chest xrays, proof of funds and return flight information..
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Yes I seem to remember getting a police report. This was about ten years ago mind.
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Some photos of end to end splice on my zing-it throwline after it snapped. I used Samson 12strand splice instructions, and kinda made up my own technique, using a needle and whipping twine. I'm sure there are many different/easier ways but it worked. I lock stitched it but apparently thats not entirely necessary. I could/should have locked it with a strand of zing-it, as it is much tidier, however I was in a rush and this was easier. Will see how it holds up but should be 90-100% of the strength of the original throwline. Obviously its fatter and more likely to hold up on rough bark, but better than a knot, and better than a short throwline!
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Yep 525 is great, low vibration and plenty of power, easy to start.
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Around 27 to 30 an hour on wages through most of the country. Have seen up to 40 an hour advertised in Auckland. I would expect you'd see around 55-60k on a salary. Subbys prices range from 35 to 45 for ground workers and average Climbers, with the better guys commanding between 50 and 70 an hour.
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Extending my working holiday in New Zealand
Fredward replied to JosephD's topic in International Arborist Forum
Have you had a look on Trademe.co.nz, seek.co.nz, and New Zealand Arb Jobs / New Zealand Tree Climbers (last two both on Facebook). Spoilt for choice, N. Island - Coromandel, Hawkes Bay, Taupo, Taranaki, Wellington. South Island Nelson, Christchurch, Queenstown... Oh and everywhere in between! -
Bull Dog Bone thread. BDB.
Fredward replied to Old Mill Tree Care's topic in SRT (Single Rope Technique)
Yup, I guess I might want to swap to 11mm rope at some stage [emoji106] -
Bull Dog Bone thread. BDB.
Fredward replied to Old Mill Tree Care's topic in SRT (Single Rope Technique)
Just because the non adjustable bollard wont really wear out and works with the ropes I currently have, and is slightly cheaper I believe. Looking to hear others views though. -
Bull Dog Bone thread. BDB.
Fredward replied to Old Mill Tree Care's topic in SRT (Single Rope Technique)
Glad to see a bit of action in the BDB thread. I've got one on loan and I'm loving it. Seems to work well with both Cougar orange and blue tongue, my preference if blue tongue but not sure why. I'm pretty certain I'll buy one, just deciding on adjustable top arm or not. It's a great peice of kit for sure. Anyone tried sterling scion 11.5mm? -
Very nice! Also with the locking brummels I usually lock stitch the tail as it can slide back out whilst not under load (I.e on your harness, during storage). Once loaded they don't move obviously.
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Also cold starts/warm aren't much of a issue, it's when it's hot it can take 3 or 4 pulls sometimes. I'll try w/o the brake on but can't really suggest doing that to an employee for obvious reasons. It's not a major issue just an annoyance.
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In a way I'd rather wear them out than not use them, but I understand why guys wouldn't want to.
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Yeah I guess its just how chainsaw safety is taught now. I can't see that starting the saw with it on would cause much wear as the brake is already engaged and the drum shouldn't move? But definitely revving and slamming it on. I've never worn one through like this before on a top handle, had a couple snap but not even near the drum.
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How weird, will give it a try. I think possibly the band wore quicker due to some sawdust wedging the band closer to the clutch drum than it should have been.. Or something.
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Erm yes? Why would you start a saw without the brake on?
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Anyone else snapped a brake band yet? Mine went in 8 to 9 months of light use, wore right through. Everything else seems OK, other than it being a little hard to start warm, and air filters need a blow out a bit more frequently than other saws. When I don't have the saw I really miss it!
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Hey Ian do you mind if I ask what aspects of your work led to this? Is this from something specific like years of DRT climbing or just general hard work? Sent from my SM-G930F using Arbtalk mobile app
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A few bigger logs are always handy 😂 Sent from my SM-G930F using Arbtalk mobile app
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Oh and this one.. http://i.stuff.co.nz/national/8849006/Hedge-trimmer-death Sent from my SM-G930F using Arbtalk mobile app
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I seem to remember a story where a steel fencing standard (warratah) was ejected from a hedge and killed someone? Sent from my SM-G930F using Arbtalk mobile app
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Wing cuts, use them in in the tree for safety and on the ground to protect timber, not very often however. I think more common in forestry to protect the value of the timber. Sent from my SM-G930F using Arbtalk mobile app
