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Because what you asked is what’s classed as ‘Commercial in Confidence’, what you got was a straightforward, honest and to the point answer - that’s what you get from some on this forum. Why would anyone disclose what they pay, what they charge, cos one things for sure they certainly won’t be making the same money for themselves every day. You win some, you loose some and every days a school day. I’ve never had two jobs the same and as far as pricing goes I very often feel I’d be better off throwing a load of bones in the air and see how they land and come up with a price.
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No doubt about it the Grenadier looks a well capable truck with proven engine, gearbox and other components. I presume you’ve been in one but was that as a driver or being driven? What sort of trailer work as been done with them?
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Think you’ve already got the ideal vehicle for the job. It’ll prove to be more reliable than the new so called defender and won’t depreciate any more if looked after. The new defender is a nice truck to drive but mechanically they’re a disaster. Lots have been recalled due to turbo problems ( made in china 😳), broken cranks( made in china). The only way to run one is keep it in warranty then get rid.
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He’s done well to get out on the tips without breaking and ripping branches. Considering most of the larger growth is some where near vertical its no surprise the larger cuts were on the top. Not quite sure how you can see the target cuts cos I can’t magnify it enough to see any detail. I think the chaps done a reasonable job considering it’s a scabby sycamore and a waste of time( as Mick says) cos in 3/5 years nobody will know any things been done to it and it certainly won’t stand repeat reductions. Those 3/4 main stems are probably off a 3 cut prune stump done 35 years approx ago and this is probably what it wants again?
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Telegraph poles - new pole on private land
dan blocker replied to Paul in the woods's topic in Trees and the Law
They require landowner permission to install anything on private land. Just remember to put on an old chain when felling the pole as that creosote can really foul up a good one🤔. -
My mate was killed in Afghanistan and out of all of the military charities(and there are quite a few- some questionable ?) his wife and 3 kid’s received more help from the British Legion than the rest put together. Most workers at the sharp end particularly raising money are all unpaid volunteers, I’m not bothered if the CE is highly paid they do a lot of good.
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Is the government not considering removing private schools charitable status?
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Red or white diesel for log cutting/splitting?
dan blocker replied to dancza's topic in Log burning stoves and fireplaces
As far as I’m aware sawing / splitting logs for resale as never been a agricultural/ forestry activity and therefore should always of been white diesel but I could of course be wrong? -
If you go on the local planning portal it should be straight forward to bring up the map showing conservation areas and TPO’d trees/ clusters of trees. If he’s willing to pay any fines and is that “minted” ask for a £30,000 returnable deposit to cover any potential fine and costs😳. I generally find any body with more front than Selfridges is full of shit. No job is worth your reputation and if you are taken to court the details will keep coming up on Google for the world to see for the foreseeable future.
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That looks like a nice compact machine and in good condition. Good buy👍
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With the operative word here being “most” best to check the small print just in case.
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Sounds like a proper charity👍. Not a business like lots of others are?
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50 on a single carriageway.
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I’m pretty sure material and labour isn’t zero rated? You pay the vat on materials and vat registered sub contractors/ trades etc then claim it back at the end. If you can build a new building separate to your existing and on a different footprint it should be classed as a new build and vat can be reclaimed. Rebuild on the footprint and that could be classed as renovation or a rebuild and may not be vat refundable. Best to get this confirmed before the demolition ball moves in🤔. What people used to do was re-claim the vat to pay for your kitchen units and bathroom suite.
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Got my attention when someone mentioned suspenders😳
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At least 2 x well placed towers I find is best as it cuts down the amount shadows.
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Could you not fire a line to the area of the stem you want to ascend to with a big shot(assuming there’s some branches/ unions on the top to stop your climbing rope rolling/ slipping down?) and ascend directly to where you want to go. It’ll be easier to descend using slings as foot holds then.
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Another one for neoprene. Try the fishing shops and online.
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Bought one from machine mart which was reduced in price because it had been returned? Looked as new in a box. A few years later I noticed it dropped very slowly when loaded😫. Suckered! Too late to return it myself. My suggestion is buy new.
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Whats your multione loader doing today ?
dan blocker replied to digaholedumper's topic in General chat
Surprised your moving it on Mick, when I see your videos I get extreme kit envy. You’ll have to take on a few more blokes to replace that😳 -
Foxy, one of your posts says you sell splitters? Then you go on to say you sell processors - which is it🤔
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Because of the problem for land owners to manage tees next to rail lines are Network Rail not responsible for dangerous/ dead/ problem trees adjacent to the network that could fall onto their property? I’m not 100% sure but heard it many moons ago🤔
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There was a chap at the last APF show with several crosscut and pit saws he had reconditioned for show and for sale, they were like new. He may be at the next one? Or details could be in the catalogue of the show - someone might still have a copy.
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Cleveland Site Safe are that confident with their product they put their nameplate on the outside. A quick google of their website and chances are you’ll get a good idea of the construction and details of security features - I have🤔. I can now “go equipped” with the correct gear to break in! If you’ve got one as your security take the nameplate off and cover the doors with a secondary door so that when they’re carrying out their recce they can’t see exactly what they’re up against. Don’t leave your buildings/ containers open if they can be seen from public areas. Line the inside with multiple layers of different materials. Fit alarms, cameras and obstacle’s to make gaining access to sides and rear difficult. Don’t forget to reinforce the roof.
