Boggle4137
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I did see this on the stihl website Nepia the chart below is what i came across, but it confuses me because the second one from the bottom sounds like the right size but physically looking at the chain 4.0mm looks way too small. And other charts i see mention sizes from 5.2 to 5.5
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Thanks darrin. I thought it was in that area, ive seen two charts one saying 5.2mm the other 5.4mm
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Hi guys Im trying to find out what round file i need for my stihl MS290 (Pitch- 3/8 gauge- 1.6mm/0.063 drive links- 66) im having a hard time finding a size chart on google, it comes up with a ton of bs charts that are either unrealated to what im looking for or im not reading them properly. Does anyone know of a decent website/link where all the info is crystal clear? And am i right in thinking that all depth gauge tools are the same? Ive had my head battered with info overload and im not thinking strieght....... Bloody google Cheers
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Thats good to know. Ive got my aerial rescue so i know the basics (still getting my climbing kit together), ill have a look at rigging more closely. Reg coates on youtube has tons of vids on rigging and other good vids to learn from. Thanks Khriss
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Im talking to two companys (out of 7 in the area) at the moment about full time work but im just planning ahead in case i dont get offered anything.
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Yes it is Tom. I would probably invest in a human cannon if i were to work in that area haha
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Yes, ive only used it for firewood atm but im looking forward to felling something with it.
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Llandudno/north wales area
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I havent, ive done a bit of research on aspen, do you mean the oil or the ready made mixture?
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Hi guys, im job searching (im fairly new to the game) and i find most jobs tend to be on a self employed basis with a few days here and there being offered. I would prefer to be taken on full time as it obviously simpler and easier to manage, however ive only a few months experience and can hardly pick and choose what company i can work for permanantly. Anyway my only option for now is to take the plunge and go self employed. So, im asking for any advice, tips and any pointers for someone starting out that hasnt a clue about the whole thing (well ive had a quick read on the govt website), im sure you guys will have a stack of knowledge for me. Cheers
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Gave it about 2 hours worth of cutting some logs up this morning, cut through mixed woods quite well. Cant wait to try feeling a tree with it. Didnt notice any problems with it. Quite happy to have a decent working saw instead of my dodgy mcoullogh 360t which has now turned into my back up. Thanks for everyone help and advice.
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Well i bought it. Managed to knock him down to £280 (from 300) not a lot but it took a bit of doing. It took about 6 pulls but it was freezing. Everything worked as it should and there wasnt any faults i could see. Ive got some wood to log up tommorow so we shall see how it does. Thanks for the advice you guys, you have definately helped.
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Thanks for the advice so far guys, sounds like i need to bust hos balls and vring him down a bit. Im in the north wales area (Llandudno) Bill
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Hi Gary, £300 is what hes asking. He reckons the bar on it is still the original too and its in used but good condition. This will be my primary saw as a groundie. I would love a brand new husky550 or a sthil262 but my budget wont quite stretch that far until i get steady work.
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Hi guys, im going out later to buy a second hand ms290. It looks like its immaculate and in good condition, he gave me some history on it (he bought it off a 70 year old lady that found it too heavy to use, but thats what the guys at the shop she bought it from "advised her" that was the saw she needed for cutting firewood..... Shocking) and he seemed honest and answered any of my questions strieght away. The problem is im reletively new to the industry and saws in general. I can obviously use a saw but im somewhat inexperienced. So i need some tips on what to look out for when im taking a look at this saw (i feel like im 19 again looking at used cars and not having a clue what im about to buy). I have an idea but i would rather hear what you guys have to say. Cheers
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Stupid mistakes you've made doing tree work
Boggle4137 replied to Steve Bullman's topic in General chat
Ive been on a team pollarding some street trees for the last few weeks. Im always tempted to grab any branches that land in the road asap even though we have guys stopping traffic. I once didnt look up to see if the climber had finished cutting, i heard the saw run and started walking away mid way though picking up a huge branch, however i heard one of the lads scream at me to get out of the way. I ran and a branch about 5in thick and about 10ft long missed me...... Moral of the story, look up and dont rush if it can wait. -
What should a subby groundy bring to the party[emoji848]?
Boggle4137 replied to Bootroyd's topic in General chat
Im just starting out, ive already got a few tickets, ppe, hgv licence and some climbing kit (although my saw is a bit crud). I havent got a load of experience but im an agency worker to the council helping there tree team until xmas. In the new year ill be looking for work. Any advice as a newbie whos still wet behind the ears? -
Im in a similar position, ive passed my cs38 and im just starting to get my climbing kit together. However by the time ive done that i will not have climbed for about 6 months. I was confident on my course but when i go to climb again i wonder if ill be a nervous wreak or will it all come back to me and ill be up and down in no time.
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Ahh this is exactly the sort of thing im looking for. Thanks. It looks like there isnt many generic manuals ones online, whitch is fair enough as every saw has different components. Good to see stihl have there heads screwed on.
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Not sure yet. One of my grandads friends is empting his shed in the week, whitch is full of shite (according to him) but he knows he has a saw in there somewhere. The guy used to do tree work till a few years ago so im hoping for a decent model, or it could just be an aldi special. We'll have to just wait and see. Excited either way.
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Hi guys I was looking at maintenance manuals on the web and have came across a few for chainsaws (unfortunatly haynes dont make any). I know bits and pieces about engines and maint but find manuals and other liteture the best training aid/referance, as opposed to the internet as you cant always find specific repair/maint procedures. Can anyone recommend any good books/manuals? That they have used in the past or know of that would suit a begginer like me. Im hopefully getting my hands on a knackered saw in a couple of weeks so i can take it to bits and put back together again just for hands on and learning all of the components etc, but it would be handy for a physical book to guide me. Cheers
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Well i dont only mean groundies, anyone really. I can imagine that if i had one i would have too much crap in it that could just go in a grip bag. Google show guys with spare chains, stump vices etc
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Hi guys, looking at kit online and ive ran across tool belts (for groundies) a few times. Although ive never seen them used i wonder if anyone out there does use them. The leather ones are quite expencive i think and was wondering if a canvas belt/pouch system (military/police style webbing) would work just as well. I would also like to know what configurations and kit you guys carry and any pics would be welcome Cheers
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Throw line and throw weights and techniques
Boggle4137 replied to Adam Bourne's topic in Climbers talk
I was also taught by Tony, He makes everything look easy haha
