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    Husky T540XP III

    What do folks think about Ver III? I heard it has idle / stall issues? I like the looks, price and power! What do folks think about after-market exhaust to amp it up? Thx---
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    Echo 2511 / 355 gauge question

    Is stock 3/8 sprocket (Echo 2511 / 355) compatible with .043 and .05 gauge chain?
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    Balancing long limbs parallel to ground (crane slings)

    I have been miscalculating (tip heavy / light and butt the same) the dead eye slings when removing long parallel limbs. Maybe the sling angle too great? miscalculating center balance? Curious to rules of thumb too. Thx for help.
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    Notch Glide Rope Grab

    Recently bought this. It does not loosen under any tension with steel core (no insert) lanyard. Tightening is smooth! Does it loosen under a load with a rope lanyard (with proper insert)? Recommendations?
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    Contract climber vs liability (crane work)

    Who is liable (contract climber or tree service) when a crane accident (actual pics of limbs / wood) occurs or damage to client's property occurs? I realize this is not true legal advice but looking for insight, experience, or history on this subject. Thx-
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    Trade New Tribe Saddle for Monkey Beaver II

    My one month old New Tribe (Size 1) is too small. Hoping to make a trade for Monkey Beaver II, because of the additional back support and I need Size M. Willing to pay $$ along with trade.
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    Petzl Grillon positioning lanyard

    I recently purchased a Grillon but don't care for how hard the device sinches on the rope lanyard, while fully loaded. Any suggestions for replacement rope lanyard?
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    ARB'O Saddle

    What are your thoughts/opinions on the ARB'O saddle? I certainly like the price. https://www.arbospace.com/products/arbo-climbing-harness
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    Edelrid TreeCore Triple Lock Saddle

    What do folks think about this saddle? I am considering buying. I am 190 lbs, climb SRT / DDrt amnd do crane work. Currently in a Buckingham Ergovation that is getting older and well worn. Thx!
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    Basket Sling Configuration

    Any tricks to get a basket sling configuration to grab better (especially pine) when craning out straight stem? I usually create basket under a stub for safety. Today no stubs where I needed to put sling. I have cut reverse notches to grab in past.
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    Gecko Question

    Are the actual climber spur (L shape, part that you stand on and goes up inside of shin) of right and left side Gecko spurs the same? I may have mix and matched two different pairs. Obviously the pads say "L" and "R" so I got that right. Question #2 - I have the pads adjusted to @ 2" below my...
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    Weaver Denali?

    What do folks think about this saddle? I like the price, one size fits all, rugged brand,.... I currently climb on a Buckingham Ergovation with Weaver suspenders that is getting old and waist straps slowly loosen. Any tips / rec's?
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    Air filter recommendations

    I run a 200T (least), Echo 2511T, 355T, 620 and 800. What are the best air filters to run on them and where can I get them? The 2511 and 200T systems appear to suck the most dust. All my saws are modified and sharp (now that I am only user). Thx-
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    Favorite rope ZigZag

    I have been using 11mm Blue Moon with my newer ZigZag (incl Chicane) but it has started to slip. I cleaned my rope and ZigZag but still have slip. What are folks' favorite rope (performance / cost / durability)? Thx
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    Saddle Adjustment (Ergovation)

    I noticed my center of gravity has shifted. It is now hard to balance upright in my saddle while hanging from tie in point. I have never paid much attention to proper setup. Any suggestions to how to properly set it up and create a better hanging balance, I am all ears!
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    Lightning Regulations

    Had a close one today with nearby lightning. Are there specific regulations related to tree care and lightning? Thx--
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    Climber needed Coastal NC

    Looking to hire a climber to share the cutting responsibility. Bucket truck work, SRT, trimming, crane work, removals... Well established company (Workers Comp and pay is on books) with year round work. 18" chipper and 16' chip truck, two 61' bucket trucks, dump truck, 2 stump grinders, A300...
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    Pro / Con of front and rear mounted crane

    I am exploring the idea of buying a medium sized (stick) crane. I live in the coastal region of NC with smaller trees than most of the USA. I prefer maneuverability of truck and reach of boom rather than ability to take big picks. Crane use is for mostly residential removals and local storm...
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    Climber position, Wilmington NC

    Looking to hire a climber to share the cutting responsibility. Bucket truck work, SRT, trimming, crane work, removals... Well established company (Workers Comp and pay is on books) with year round work. 18" chipper and 16' chip truck, 61' bucket truck, dump truck, stump grinder, A300 Bobcat...
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    Vermeer Chipper idle down

    Having a problem with my 2016 Vermeer BC1800, Cummins 130HP, Tier IV. On its own it idles down. If you hold the idle up switch it goes back. If you only press it once, like you are supposed to, it idles up and then back down. We changed out the throttle switch already and Mag Sensor, No...

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