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I did to begin with. Like an idiot, I changed the oil, sparkplug, and air filter 3 days before I took it to the shop. The problem was that it was running erratically and rough so I thought it could be something that needed looking at by someone with more skills than me. Now I'm thinking that they just replaced the parts that I had already put in, and that's it. I thought they might strip it down and give it a good overhaul for the price they have charged.

Hi, I have just taken one of my machines to get a Service and the shop booked it in for a full service. It has a newish 2023 Honda GX280, and they changed all the serviceable parts. They charged £65ph plus parts. In total, it came to £282.66 ex vat. I should have asked what extra they done, if anything other than just adding oil, replacing the filter, plug and a carb kit. Does the amount of time sound about right? I thought they may have stripped it down and properly gone through it for that money. My car doesn't cost that much. Thanks

Yes but fixing on site could mean you have to wait for someone to come out to wherever you are. It's not I could call the AA to get me home. I don't know why they don't offer a system like you say. Something where you can put the machine in neutral so that you can push it out or even tow it out of gear.

Hi, I am looking to go down the tracked route but I have a few concerns. For example. What happens if your machine breaks down on site? How do you get it moving again? What happens if one of the tracks breaks? Thanks

Hi, I purchased some new MT2 tips for my grinder and set about installing them. I managed to get the old ones out, but the last one was difficult. I followed all the guidelines when replacing them and even put in new bolts. But I had an issue with the last tip. It drops in ok, but I can't get the keeper in to secure it. This is annoying because it is the same keeper that came out too. I have even tried another keeper, and it will not go in. I was wondering if anyone else has come across an issue like this when replacing a tip? My Stump Grinder is out of action for now, and I need it for jobs. Thanks

Yeah I think I am going to do something like that. I've just ordered the Stihl 5L Combi and I will fill the Chainsaw using that. Thanks

That is what I have for mixing my fuel and 2 stroke in the correct quantity. But the Husky Petrol side is for Petrol, and the Oil side is for Chainsaw Oil. What I am trying to explain is how do I mix the Petrol and 2 Stroke with the Husky? I don't think you can. So it seems I would have to mix the fuel with the 2 stroke in a separate container and then add it to the Husky.

Hi, I need to get a new can and I have been looking at the Husqvarna Combi Fuel Can 5 Litre. I already have a mixing can for my fuel where I put Fuel in One Side, and the 2 Stroke in the other, and shake it to get my fuel mix in the right ratio. But from what I can see about the Husqvarna, it looks like the fuel side is only for fuel,l and the other side is only for Bar Oil. That's ok, but that means I would have to premix my fuel first before I put it in the Husqvarna Fuel holder. Is that correct, or have I got it wrong? I suppose I could add 5L of petrol and measure out the required amount of 2-stroke and put it in the petrol side of the Husqvarna. Thanks

Hi what insurance do I need for Tree Felling and Groundwork? I know it will be Public Liability but are there any prerequisites? Do I need Chainsaw Qualifications or anything else to get insured? I have a Climber for bringing down trees. But I want to be insured for felling trees, ground work and clearing. Thanks

What is a cbn wheel and waster. I don't mind spending if it's the best method to sharpen the chains properly.

Hi, I have a collection of chains building up that need sharpening, and it may take me some time by hand. I was considering buying an Oregon Bench Sharpener. The reviews appear pretty good, and I wondered if anyone has used them here. Thanks

Hi, we have just felled 3 large trees and have about 3 tons of good wood to remove. I would say, on average, the trunks are about 60mm of hardwood. I was wondering if any places would give me something for them and what kind of price I could expect. I know a person who sells firewood and will take it for free. But we have about 3 tons of it, which is low in moisture. Thanks

I tried a Mattock on it, too, but it was like hitting concrete and chipping off splints!!! This is when you realise how hard and thick wood is. The Mattock was bouncing off the wood. I intended to break it up into small pieces too and then dispose of it in sections, but that would take me years!! I thought about the pressure washer, but I had the same thoughts about that. I only think it would have removed the mud and exposed a humungous lump of solid wood. I am going to advise that they bury it and put something over it to make sure that it doesn't get any light. TBH, I have broken down and buried something larger than this, but that took time. The problem here is that they want it gone offsite asap because of their building works, and I can't find a way of doing that. No other trades want to touch it, and I don't want to be wasting my saw and equipment on it anymore.

I don't think I am going to be able to get one of them easily. Would it grow back if I was to bury it?

You are dam right, and no one wants to touch it. They have a skip at the front of the house, but you couldn't get it there because it must weigh over a ton. Someone else mentioned about using a pressure washer to clean it up so I can see the wood and get a chainsaw onto it. I tried my chainsaws on it the other day, and I hit a stone, and the chain came off. The Chain is pretty much gone but that's ok. Digging a hole and burying it was another option too but I'm not sure how they would like that.