IronMike

It depends if you want to climb, or be a ground based worker. I got into tree surgery at 30, with zero experience. I worked dragging brash and soaked up as much info as I could from the lads I worked with. I got my basic felling tickets and they did me for years. I personally found learning on the job to be the best way, I got a lot more from it than any course I've been on for the most part. Fast forward 8/9 years and I now have my own niche forestry business and I'm happy to say I enjoy my work which is a rare thing for most people I reckon. You definitely sound like a grafter, so I'd say go for it.

@Big J that’s Kid Dynamite to you mate!

@Steve Bullman completely non voting related, but a random question. When do I stop being a “Junior member”? I’m 38 on Thursday!

After 4 votes so far, the smartly dressed turnip is the obvious choice!

just some daft videos of work lately. Wish I could go at this pace in reality!

Oh and if it’s any consolation, I’m all done on the track now, so I’m back to cutting first thinnings. It’s fair to say after a good few months of machine work, I’m definitely feeling the effects of swinging the saw around d all day!

That does look steep mate, good effort. The little machines capabilities never get old!

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Another thumbs up for the Sena comes from me. Gray Git introduced me too them, and I have a cradle set on my peltor ear defenders and one in my Husky helmet. I just chop and change the actual unit between the two depending on what I’m doing (ear defenders for machine work, helmet for cutting) ive never had any problems with snagging wires etc whilst doing thinning work, but can’t comment in what they are like whilst you’re climbing as I don’t do any. As Matty said dropping the unit is annoying, but the blue flashy light can help locate them! The cheapest place to get them from is a website called Sportsbikeshop.co.uk. For me these were an absolute game changer. Makes working unmeasurably safer, and rigging etc so much easier. Plus you can also talk whilst chipper and saws are flying. Plus the climber can give his order for brews easier. Plus you can all perv on nice ladies together. Winner!

I totally agree. And best bit is John has managed to keep his cool in some seriously testing situations, and see the project out to where he is now. He could have easily thrown the towel in, but has marched on and is now reaping the rewards. Bravo to that man! ??

Beast mode mate! Fair play to you, one eye on the future, another on your waist line ???

I’ve only used the pto one @Gray git has on the back of his tractor/chip trailer set up, but I was very impressed. They don’t have the nickname of Shitslinger for nothing! ?

The plan is to buy in bulk as it is cheaper, so yeah at least 500l at a time. Anyway, my problem may well be solved! A mate has something that will likely do the job. The next job will be getting it to the yard, then making a secure enclosure for it to stop the tea leaves having it all away!

Morning mate. I’m after one to keep at the yard, rather than a more portable one. That way I can buy in bulk, and save money, time and hassle. Then I’ll keep using my two 20l jerry cans to take fuel to site ??

Bugger!

Interesting info chaps! I had possibly got my blinkers on regards steel, as just figured it was the most robust. This looks decent for the price, and is brand new so has guarantee etc. https://www.totaltanks.co.uk/tanks/deso-v1340cdd-bunded-diesel-fuel-dispensing-tank/

Ps I should add I am only considering bunded steel tanks too.

Morning all. I'm in the market for a red diesel tank to allow me to buy in bulk. I'm fed up of going to the local filling station for red, and would much rather have my ow tank. There is a fella not far from me here selling a variety of different tanks, all of them I'd say are very much used. Some are road tow, some are static. Ideally I'd like a static one, but I am not afraid to get a road tow and ditch the trailer chassis. I'm usually pretty good at buying stuff second hand, and trust my instincts. But is there anything I need to be wary of when buying a fuel tank? I am looking into maybe getting the eventual purchase cleaned professionally so I know there will be minimum risk of contamination of the fuel I put in. Some of the ones for sale locally have a manual pump, would folk think this will suffice for a relatively small user like myself or should I save myself the hassle and get an electric pump? Thoughts as always, most appreciated folks!

Cheers for the advice all, will get the measuring stick out today and see where tow bar sits. I have had quotes from a few firms for new suspension set up, so will likely be ordering that soon too. Will probably go for a lift all round too. I’m also looking into options for a new tow bar, one that’s adjustable like Mick has linked too. Thankfully I don’t have any long journeys coming up any time soon, everything is local so problem is nullified.

Planted my Amelanchier just outside the house last year, so able to enjoy it this year!

Cheers Khriss! Had another boss day on the track today.

Hey Ernie! Cheers for the reply. Sounds like your experience was equally as nasty and terrifying. I’m going to have a mess about with the positioning of the Logbullet on the trailer. See what’s happening. One thing I am looking at now is getting updated and stiff suspension that also raises the ride height by about an inch and half. This might also help the tow bar positioning issue I am having too.

Since the near miss incident, I’ve started positioning the machine about a foot further forward than previously. I figured the extra nose weight would be better, but could be wrong? It does sit relatively flat for the most part, but definitely looks worse in the photo. The tow bar itself is a Witter one, and as far as I can gather they are a reputable brand with decent reviews etc. It isn’t adjustable in any way though, so maybe that is an issue. Come to think about it, I do think it maybe sits a bit low for the trailer. I often find myself having to stand on the hitch with one foot to force it down onto the tow bar. Might be time to look into alternatives, any recommendations folks?

I've been out earning today. Extracting timber at the Croft race track! This little machine continues to surprise me with its capacity and keen attitude to shifting timber! ??

After recommendation from @Gray git I got Sena comms from www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk They currently have reductions on the Sena range too, so I might treat myself to another one just in case. I fitted mine to my existing ear defenders, very easy to do if you can operate a drill. Sound is great quality as is the calls. I often take calls whilst operating my Logbullet so it’s decent at saving time. The Bluetooth connection is good, and the audio quality is good too.