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  1. treeandland

    Bandit 15xp running rough....

    A week ago we noticed some small backfire noises while the chipper was at high idle. I added dry gas and changed the fuel filter but it hasn't improved the situation. It's a 2019 with a 5.7L GM gas engine. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm going to post a video so you can hear what it was...
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    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    Great pictures Moss, I’m glad you took some!
  3. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    It was great to meet and climb with you all today! Thank you so much for coming out and sharing your climbing skills and knowledge. We look forward to climbing with you guys again.
  4. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    My number is 207-615-4254 if there’s any last minute questions.
  5. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    Saturday.
  6. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    It is! The river bank is lined with oaks, and Kyle says if we want to do any pruning along the way it will be appreciated! It’s a quiet neighborhood so parking along the street is fine.
  7. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    Looking forward to seeing you all. Bring food and water, warm clothes of course. There is Rusty’s store just around the corner for food, gas etc. Restaurants are open for dine in and take out, and plenty of motels in the area. Everyone should keep 6 feet of distance whenever possible. Being...
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    Southern Maine Rec Climb

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  9. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    Glad you guys are planning to come for the climbing day! It’s going to be in my friend Kyle’s backyard so I’ll wait to give out the address until closer to the day. High security of course !
  10. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    So, we have our eye on Saturday February 13th in Topsham, ME. The date depends on decent weather of course, so we'll postpone if it's looking snowy or super cold. The site I'm considering is a backyard along the river, with lots of big red oak trees. Could that date work for any of you folks...
  11. treeandland

    Bandit 15xp starter making a grinding sound

    I talked with the Bandit dealership where I bought it and they said yes the starter is covered but only if they do the work. They’re a 2.5 hour round trip away so I’m just going to buy the new starter to have on hand in case it really does go bad at some point. $190 is better than down time.
  12. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    Moss, I will see who I can recruit for a climbing day here and hopefully you can come up. I’d be interested in taking part in a climb in MA as well.
  13. treeandland

    Bandit 15xp starter making a grinding sound

    Yes, my partner is a little more mechanically savvy than me, and he convinced me to take the starter off its mount. We blew it out with the air compressor and lubricated everything with silicone spray. Put it back in and it's been starting the chipper like a champ. I think that road grit was...
  14. treeandland

    Bandit 15xp starter making a grinding sound

    Thank you guys for the advice. I'll bring a heat gun this morning and try warming it up a little. I'll try air gun and silicone this afternoon.
  15. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    Hello there! I'm an experienced climber and have been doing tree work since 2007. I'm using a Monkey Beaver saddle since last year. I've had my rope wrench for a few years now, but haven't used it that consistently. I've been getting my work done the old DRT way, but I'd like to spend more time...
  16. treeandland

    Bandit 15xp starter making a grinding sound

    My 2019 Bandit 15xp has never done this before, but this morning instead of firing right up as usual, made a grinding and free spinning sound. It was a cold morning. We tapped on the starter and eventually it did turn over...but the problem re-occured later in the day. All wires seem tight. Does...
  17. treeandland

    Sk800 fan belt replacement?

    Glad you were able to get that repair done. They are great machines aren't they! I wouldn't want to do most of our tree jobs without the Ditch Witch.
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    Southern Maine Rec Climb

  19. treeandland

    Sk800 fan belt replacement?

    It is very tight space in there. I have an SK750. I tried to tighten my belt but didn't have the right tool. My mechanic friend came and helped me out and used a ratcheting pry bar made by Gearwrench. You have to loosen and pry on the alternator. Be careful of an engine sensor that's very...
  20. treeandland

    Southern Maine Rec Climb

    I'm looking to get out and climb to improve my SRT skills this winter. If any climbers in my region would like to join for a day of climbing on a Saturday or Sunday, let me know!

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