Steven1210
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Thank you 🙂 I just didnt want to be the home owner buying some cheap saw and thinking that was all there was to it. Ok so its not a pro level saw, but its certainly better than what I was going to buy. I probably wouldnt have bought anything more than gloves and glasses had I not found this forum. (feel quite safe with all the gear on) I have been pointed to various videos on youtube about different cutting styles/how to avoid kickback, how to file a chain/how to maintain a saw. Its all been really useful, and has taught me quite a lot, and hopefully has opened my eyes to the dangers, some obvious, but some not.
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Combi can? It seemed a good item, can carry tools, chain, oil & fuel in one thing, rather than bag with bottles and tools. (its not going to have a hard life lol) We have a general "car type" kit, but had been looking at the clotting bandages and tourniquet also. Have seen some professional guys with kits on belts, but cant find them, or they look to be very basic with a few small bandages and plasters.
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Oh.......and when madam complained about sawdust getting in the house.........😁
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Hello guys, bit of a follow up on things. Had the saw out a few times, and have been given some pointers and tips via PM. Got a few bits and bats to go with the saw for when I'm not at home. Should I carry a first aid kit when out in woods? If so can someone reccomend me one please. Got some log tongs on the way as advised. Few pics for you guys to laugh at....... But thanks to all for the advice this far. Steve
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Wooden gates only open inward, and wood can be tipped, stacked near the bin area. Looking to build up a woodstore for the burner for the better days that we spend outside. Thank you for looking.
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Ahh I see what you mean, I assumed part of the exhaust outlet, but just looked down the holes and they are sealed from the muffler, but they house the muffler screws. Will leave it be. Thanks ADW
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Should I leave the plate on mine then? Edit - Yes Steve you should - dumbass
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Afternoon folks. Can I ask what the screwed on plate on the muffler is for? Both pics are husky 135mk2, but one has holes on muffler covered, and the other doesnt. Mine are covered but there is a screw to remove them. Cant see anything in manual.
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Good evening folks, yeah, a bit to read over the last few hours😆 Ok, so had the 135 out today, jesus christ, it certainly went through some logs easily, mind you, is brand new! Got to grips with the bar assembly/chain tension, a friend of mine checked it over for me, although he is no expert, just does a bit of fire wood like I plan to. Got it home, cleaned bar, and took the chain cover off and brushed out any dust/sawdust and put back in the shed. I reckon the 120 would have been enough for my needs. Thanks for all the advice so far guys. Steve
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Thank you Rough, that's some info I have not stumbled across, but makes perfect sense regarding hot chain. When tensioning am I right that it should not sag at all from the bottom of the bar, and should be easily pulled/move along the bar? Got you, oil bar first, and don't rev its nut off when not under load. Thank you for the advice. I really appreciate it.😊
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Preston lancs. It's getting its first outing today🤣🤣🤣
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Thats actually spot on. Its one thing cutting logs into manageable sizes, but cutting a tree down, well, thats well above my skill set, and to be honest Im not right keen on the idea. But like you said, cutting from a pile would be a whole much simpler.
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Where are you getting paid work from? Chap I did some audio visual work for has his own land that he is clearing for more building work. There are about 20plus trees that are coming down and it's all being levelled. He has said I can have what I want for home, before he gets the big boys in. Apart from this, I will be cutting up logs in my garden for my own use.
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Hi there. The chap recently built the house and paid me to install the cinema. In the "woods" to the rear of the property there are quite a few trees. We had a chat about them, and he wants them gone. I asked if I could have a few to cut up for firewood, and he's offered me as much as I want. After I have taken what I want he plans to get some heavy machinery in and level the lot.
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A customer that hired me to install a home cinema for him and his family.
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AV? Edit, anti vibration rating..........noob🤫 3.7 / 3.5m/s² (Front / Rear Handles) LowVib featured on this model adds comfort to the user by the effective anti-vibration dampeners which absorb vibrations.
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Thanks for the replies guys Ok so now I have insight into the ratings and what they mean (type a / Class 1) Will look for other pants/trousers/chaps, and see if i can get the helmet alone. Have safety glasses already, and will get some CS boots. Just to clarify, longest walk in the kit will be about half a mile, but will wear it at home when cutting logs (more like 8-10inch) just to be safe. No point wearing it out, then getting laxy daisy when at home.😇 Yay or nay on gloves? When handling chain etc for checking tension? Thanks again
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Hi again guys Silly one again. So its a no go on the trouser front, and I spotted this lot helmet with face and ear protection, husqvana pants and gloves. Husqvarna Chainsaw Protective Kit - World of Power It this acceptable for a newbie, protection wise? PS got the aspen fuel today for the saw, no messing with measuring now😃
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I think you guys are right. Takes away the measuring, and as its a decent saw, I don't need to worry about leaving fuel in.
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Thank you for the explanation Stubby. Will keep the other kit as is, and get some alkylate for the saw.
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That makes sense. With my multi tool and blower empty them and let them die on tick over when putting them away. Can I use the alkalate fuel in those? 25/1 40/1 Or just keep them as I do just now.
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Ahh right. Got you. Will pick some up at weekend.
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In what way pear shaped? Because I'm mixing fuel
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Saw arrived today, but it's staying put until weekend. Bought some axes today, probably of low quality, compared to what's out there. Will get them on the grinder, and then the stone to put a decent edge on them. I'm guessing putting a fair shoulder on them,rather than a flat edge? https://www.screwfix.com/p/roughneck-log-splitter-set-3-pieces/48279 For mixing 2stroke, I'm not liking the bottles with marks on them. Is it better to have a decent 1ltr plastic bottle, measure, and mark a litre on the bottle, then use a 50ml syringe to get accurate oil amount per litre? Told ya, silly question time! Steve
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Thank you all for the feedback, and suggestions regarding safety gear. I have bought this...... https://www.worldofpower.co.uk/husqvarna-135-ii-petrol-chainsaw-14-inch.html And these safety pants..... https://www.screwfix.com/p/oregon-yukon-type-a-chainsaw-trousers-black-orange-35-37-w-30-l/5911r Already have gloves, eye protection and ear defenders. Will use steel capped boots, and look at some others and a file set before Xmas (more than likely other half will buy) Had a few beers last night and watched various clips on YouTube about chainsaw safety, how to cut certain ways, and how to maintain the saw. No doubt I will be asking some silly questions in the not to distant future though! One thing I do know, is safety first, and maintain the saw. Thanks very much guys. Steven
