Dan Maynard
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Yeah , its one of my dreams for when I get too old to lift stuff, that'll probably never happen. Bought a loader instead.
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... and like all rules, there are exceptions.... We've got topped limes in the churchyard which have dropped bits, but yes I guess once they get to a certain size they do knit in.
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My 2p is whatever security you're thinking of, get on and do it. Had one trailer nicked while the security wheel lock was on order, that's particularly galling. I wouldn't keep a chipper outside, you need to avoid making things a target and not visible is the first step.
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Why's that? I've had some get crap in so difficult to open, otherwise they are reasonably secure?
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Training another idea? You're either cut out for it or not, you'd already know.
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Yes. Use what makes you happy, if they didn't have the oil you want then every time you fill the saw up you'd look at it and be disappointed.
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Not convinced me, one dryads saddle at the base of the tree would be deeply weird. "The tree is in my garden", then they seem to have a road in the garden as well.....
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No , the Stihl and Oregon are the same. Husqvarna is different.
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Late summer is after fruiting, and to avoid damp conditions in autumn as silver leaf likes the damp. I always say "well the books will tell you..... " and then go on to say mostly we ignore that and do trees whenever we get to them else we'd be hungry 6 months of the year. In any case I'm not sure that there is actually that much risk of silver leaf in the average garden, it's more of a stone fruit orchard problem. The spores are released from fruiting bodies on dead wood, so gardens being tidy there isn't much about. Silver Leaf Diagnosis & Treatment | Ashridge Blog WWW.ASHRIDGETREES.CO.UK There is no need to be afraid of Silver Leaf disease, which rarely affects Cherry and...
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You should have searched arbtalk first, husky one is well known for being crap, the Stihl one is good had mine for years. If you're too tight to buy the Stihl can it's the same thread on the Oregon can do fits straight on.
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Using Ecoplugs on side growths and suckers
Dan Maynard replied to Philadelphus's topic in General chat
But probably still less than the original tree if it was mature with 1m diameter trunk, and at that point if it's really causing a problem it would be back to the insurance company to sort. I'm always sceptical about felling and subsidence, doesn't seem like an equilibrium game anyway - but obviously don't know any specifics here. -
Using Ecoplugs on side growths and suckers
Dan Maynard replied to Philadelphus's topic in General chat
Why not let it grow? -
Oregon Speedcut Nano, it's 1.1 gauge narrow kerf. Smaller than 3/8LP, bigger than 1/4. Haven't run it yet to be fair.
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But it comes with 1.1 bar, I wouldn't bother buying a new bar. Also save power means longer battery life.
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Yes, was a kit with bar and sprocket.
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I've just bought a narrow kerf .325 setup for my 201, just to add yet another variant. Can't get .325 sprocket for Makita though so couldn't put it on there.
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My rule is 2 teeth. Can't throw a chain for one missing tooth, but once two have gone then more are sure to follow soon.
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I'd have to measure and double check, but mine are smaller - probably 2m at full height A frame. Means you can do an 8 foot hedge, also super compact to pop in back of van. We used to have one size up where I last worked, they were also good. Bit like saws, you want the smallest ones you can get away with as it's all weight to lug around.
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I had a set of Youngman ladders for years that were only £100 or so, when it came to replace them last year I was shocked how much ladders have gone up. Got a set of these to kick along hedges, not as heavy duty as the Werner so lighter to carry around, but definitely a step up in quality from B&Q. Good compromise, easy to transport, get used a lot. Then got a 9 foot combination for taller stuff, they're ok but probably get something else next. https://www.bpsdepot.co.uk/ladders/telescopic-ladders/telescopic-multi-purpose-ladders
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I've just started running it on my 36v Makita, I really like it compared to the Oregon 1.1 3/8P semi chisel it came with. The Oregon had massive safety bumpers that I had to file off to do any kind of plunge, or cut over bar length. Stihl cuts clean and fast. As you say, easier sharpening than 1/4. I basically use that for limbing out a dismantle though, I'd stick with 1/4 for pruning as cutting smaller diameters you still want a couple of teeth in contact all the time to keep the cutting smooth.
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Best one I've got is Edward Gilman An Illustrated Guide to Pruning The Educated Climber has put a lot of his stuff online, which is a good companion but I like a book to look at as well https://www.educatedclimber.com/dr-ed-gilman-teaching-series/
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If I had to do a pole rescue tomorrow I'd use a Multisaver. Can't remember exactly what we did on the course to be honest.
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using arbor ('tripod') ladder on uneven ground...
Dan Maynard replied to johnny_canuck's topic in Landscaping
Or go with single ladder, with a plank tied across the top. Rest it on the hedge. -
using arbor ('tripod') ladder on uneven ground...
Dan Maynard replied to johnny_canuck's topic in Landscaping
Get one with 3 adjustable legs, probably be fine with that. -
I think yes the core is reduced, the Teufelberger spLIFE is thinner for the same reason.
