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Whilst ingestion of leaves and berries is considered poisonous, is anyone aware of risk from chipping or burning the foliage, branches or timber form Laurel? The burning would be foliage on a bonfore and the timber on a stove. If burning or chipping is not considered safe what would be the best method of disposal? Thnkas in advance.

What lifespan are people getting out of dead eyes, whoopie/loopies/crane slings etc? I've read that degradation is not a function of time i.e. just because something s older does not necessarily mean it s weakened. I have old ropes that are unbreakable, but for proper rigging/lowering I don't use them. Is there specific LOLER guidance on lifespan (I can't seem to find any), or is it just at the discretion of the LOLER inspector. As far as I know, Petzl, put fabric products at max 10 years and metal products without a specified service life depending on use/condition etc.

Well this has thread has taken a peculiar turn... are you suggesting that these slings/tears can also cause a weakness at the knees of around 20%?

It's a consideration, I agree, but so is losing 20% of the WLL of a given sling. As I say, just curious.

Good simple bit of kit.

This may seem like a strange question, but other than because the manufacturer tells us to.... Why use a girth hitch (choke) to attach a flying capstan (Portawarp etc.) to a sling or dead eye? You lose about 20% strength in doing so. Why not attach via a karabiner or shackle?

Sounds like a good wee saw. I suppose I just need to make sure I'm getting the right class. The majority of my work is dismantling. I suppose I would just need to use a bigger saw a bit sooner when taking trees apart, as the pay off to having a lower power/smaller top saw

As the title suggests.... Anyone used one? Considering a new topper. Need a decent saw but won't be used 5 days a week.

Interesting thanks. The reason look I mg to stay with 0.58 is all the bars and chains he already has in that size. Will give it a go amd see how it works.

If this is discussed elsewhere apologies.... Can I put a 0.58 bar on instead of a 0.50? I think its on a Husky 350 (asking for a friend). I guess the side casing may not fit correctly and presumably a bit more friction pulling a heavier chain etc, but in theory is this possible?

Fantastic. Thanks guys.

Good morning Can anyone recommend a mid-range (affordable) tachometer that can be used for tuning chainsaws?

Great saw. Would be a tragedy to leave that on the shelf. A steal at £200

Thanks guys. Have to say the 024 is quite tempting....

Interesting, thanks. Maybe a consideration for next saw.