Scotty2809

Congrats! Keep the same work ethic and attitude and i am sure you will gain experience and contacts. It's a step in the right direction Keep us updated with progression.

I'm really sorry to hear that, its heart wrenching to hear of an experience like that so can only imagine how it felt. I'd love to have another worker, but for the moment with work and life, it wouldnt get the time and attention needed. We have a American Bull, which we rescued. Has a huge personality and fits in with the home life we currently have. it's just not the same as sitting in a hide, or mooching through the fields with the dog at heal. Maybe one day when life normalizes and i can actually have the hours required. We are surrounded by fields, woods and farmland, so would be ideal for another worker. Anyway, apologies for the interruptions, keep sharing the pics if you can please and the updates.

Tears at my heart strings a little seeing the pair together... I miss my lab, Tiz. Epic gun dog and best friend. 7 years nearly to the day and it still upsets me. She looked so much like Purdey, was nice and lean till i had to retire her. Still remember that look in her eyes telling me she'd fought enough... I hope you experience the same connection with Isla. I'll definately be looking out for the updates on progression

I had a look at one a few months ago that a contractor was having trouble with. A couple of things i noticed was the side casing only had a small surface area to clamp the bar, so i got some 400 grit paper and smoothed it down, resulting in a flatter surface for the side cover to clamp. Make sure the bar ways are cleaned, especially around the bar sprocket. you'll find that most won't connect the water and do dry cuts, thus clogging every orifice.... cant really see clearly from the picture, but check the drive links aren't dished. you should use flip the bar and chain frequently. The chain drive links will wear, and aren't the same as a standard chain on a saw, they cut both directions. Check the rail gauge isn't too sloppy. Check chain tension too. it should be slacker than a conventional chain. Rakers look like they need taking down a few thou as well. Just give everything a good blow out and make sure it's getting plenty of water. i'm guessing it's the 461 model? If/When you get hold of the saw, post a few pictures and i'll try and help diagnose any issues.

My 15 year old woke up at 5am with me, to earn a bit of pocket money. he spent 4 hours splitting 3 boxes of wood. He was using his own X25 axe and actually enjoys the fresh air and work. He drives the FLTand moves all the wood himself. Apologies, just a proud dad moment where he's hopefully been raised to want to work, to feel the benefits of not sitting on a computer or hiding in his bedroom. This was the wood from the first pictures. I'm definitely thinking it's Alder. I need to order a few more net bags so he can bag it up.

Are the doors open constantly, or is it usually closed, then opened when access is needed? The warm air will condensate on the steel walls. The two different temperatures never really settle to a norm, which is where the issues arise. We have a few containers on site and the doors are never shut. The air inside is equal to the air temp outside which reduces the condensation. The only issue we see is where the OPs are stood at the chopsaw, breathing out and the condensation gathering on the roof directly above. If the containers are boarded floors, get a hole saw (60mm) and drill a couple of dozen holes around the perimeter. it'll help with the air temp equalizing. Apologies if its 'teaching granny to suck eggs'

I've used L&S alot for personal use, and for work purposes. I had one order that was held back due to one item not being in stock (stock error) but wasn't notified for 6 days. As soon as i called, they offered a similar item and the order was recieved 24 hours later. I would also highly recommend Chainsawbars. Fantastic service, very knowledgeable and gave some friendly advice too. Easy to use service, and very responsive. Items arrived super quick and well packaged. It all depends on what you are after. Service items and oils, i'd use a local shop. But, the one that was local to me closed a couple of years ago. I'm not sure if there's one (decent) around the Retford area, or Chesterfield area.

The grain looks fairly straight. I have the X25 in the van so i will give it a whack later and see how it looks and take a couple of pictures. It's more for wanting to distinguish certain types of tree, for my own knowledge, rather than being for any real need. Thanks for the reply Steven, it helps me gain a little knowledge, so any pointers or information you can offer is willingly accepted.

I'll take a picture when i nip down to the other unit, but due to the time it's been in the river, i'm not sure there will be much to distinguish these features. I will have a look and report findings. Thank you for the reply

Hi Paul It was rather orange when cut. It also has a nice fragrant smell. The root ball was still attached and the lower 6 foot had decay in the centre. I'll just give it a couple of weeks to dry, then split and bag up and leave for a couple of months. Thanks for taking the time to reply

Afternoon All As the title suggests, i'm after some of your knowledge and experience in identifying the wood in the pictures below. The tree has been washed down the river, that runs within our boundary, and would cause an obstruction to the nearby bends and bridge. It has been down a while, and was washed down with the recent storms, from up-river. I'm pretty sure it's either Willow or Alder. (see first 3 pictures) Not the best firewood, i know, but the contractor is more than happy to burn any wood he is supplied with (mainly because its free and it keeps him warm). Also, i have a drying unit (chiller unit, picture 4) that doubles as a low temperature kiln. Basically, its a large cooling radiator condensor that draws air from the atmosphere with the help of 4 800mm diameter fans. The air pulled through the condensers is approximately 40 degrees and dry. The oak i had in it earlier in the year, took 6 weeks to go from green to 17%. Either way, it won't go to waste, and will keep an old man warm for free. Picture 4 is an old picture from a few months ago, and the air circulation has been improved with a gap around the wood. I could improve even more, but i would much rather have the air flowing through efficiently for the task required, than to be circulated in such a way to dry the wood.

Read your previous comments, and the reactions received from Mightbe_lost. Seems like you are one of those people that Sh1t glitter. you are the type of person that i would happily walk away from, mid conversation.

well..... you failed on your own rule.... you insulted Mightbe_lost secondly, have you never done a job that requires no payment? i call these favors. Maybe, chop a tree down in return for the firewood? Mightbe_lost is getting payment... in return for her efforts, she is being rewarded with something far more worthwhile, experience. Money cannot buy that. So, forgive me for disagreeing with both your 'rules'

All these things will work in your favor. Just keep asking around and your persistence should pay

Apologies, the "offering to be free anytime" was meant to be availability. As we all know, ARB work isn't a 9-5 job and trees don't wait till 08:30 to fall down or lose limbs.

Or both.... i'm sure you have the shoulders to take the sexist comments. From my own personal experience, not in ARB but within the engineering industry, i'd rather have a female apprentice/engineer with an attitude to work than a 'road man' turning up stating how he's done it all at his other jobs. Only to find out he's full of 5h1t. My suggestion would be to phone a few of the local companies, stating that you are trying to gain some experience within the ARB industry, and you are looking to offer your services for free. In return, all you ask is that they are willing to give answers to questions and give you the opportunity to show them you'd be a great asset to the team. Also, which would be a great addition to bring humor and break the ice a little, state that you would also have a stash of biscuits, and a flask of tea at hand. i'm not sure on your personal circumstances with employment, but offering to be free anytime is always advantageous. i'm not sure if any of this helps, but just take this one bit of advice above all. DO NOT GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS! Good luck and stay safe

some nice switchbacks there... May i ask where this is? My Mrs is a big rider, also loves dirt jumping and gets a hand in digging and building at the local spot.

It was just a quick google to show how easy it is to find things on the net.. Most bags i have experienced are like you have stated, ones from Jewsons or any other aggregate supply company. The vented bags i have seen are anything from 800x800x800 to 920x1060x1000mm, so it will all depend on suppliers and type of bag, whether vented or just standard builders bags.

0.7 cubic meters Key Points Builder’s bags are commonly 0.7 cubic meters in size They can hold around 200kg or 400 logs of kiln-dried hardwood Log size, wood type and moisture content affect the total log count You can expect approximately 400 logs in a standard builder’s bag #quick google search found this.... i am sure builders bags are 850x850x1000?

Morning all... I have been admiring the site for a few months now and decided to get registered. It's been a big help in many ways already. I'm a Senior Mechanical Maintenance engineer, living in Nottinghamshire. I mainly specialise in Plant and machine repairs, but i also have alot of experience with welding, fabbing, machining and hydraulics. Always been around chainsaws and plant, so i have alot of respect for the safety aspects of the work. I have done a fair few tree removals/clearances, and also some thinning/pruning. I manage the site and fence lines, through MEWP access equipment and ground work. Alot of the perimeter is over-run with Willow and self seeded Birch, along with the odd Sycamore and Beech. I'm looking at doing a few courses in the near future, to gain knowledge and hopefully a few more qualifications. I'm not a drop in the ocean to some of the guys and gals on here, but i have a genuine love for the outdoors and anything mechanical or has some sort of engine. I have a decent selection of saws, from Ms170's to an old school Danarm mk2 125 auto (currently in a rebuild stage) and quite a few electric saws too. Not forgetting the trusted hand/pruning saws. If you don't mind, i may be asking a few questions with a new upcoming project, a pre M-tronic 261, along with any help with future courses and projects (vertical splitter is under construction). Thanks for taking the time to read this and hopefully i may be able to a few out with my mechanical skill set.