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    Adapter for Avant to skid loader or mini?

    I have a small snow plow that came with a lawn mower tractor I bought from a friend. It has sat in the corner since. One set will convert that to push with the Avant. Not sure how much use it'll get...but better odds I'll quick attach it onto the loader than trying to figure out bolting it on...
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    Adapter for Avant to skid loader or mini?

    Update: Got a quote to have matches for the bottom pieces made. I think he said they'd burn them...laser cut maybe? Or maybe they would be milled. If I bought 8 pieces (to make 4 sets) they would be $30 each. Not bad...but before spending $240, I thought I could waste some more time and...
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    New device from ISC

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    Avant "Knee"

    I got in and out a few times today thinking about this. Yea...it would be awkward if I couldn't grab the front bar on the roll cage. Get them a handle! I felt it would be worse on my right knee - but I'm left legged dominate, so might step differently than a right-legger.
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    Avant "Knee"

    I looked at Intrepid before I bought my Avant. They were a solid option...they were actually the first that changed my mind from a mini skid to an articulated loader. For the smaller models and similar money to what I was spending (Intrepid KM85 would have been less), they had slightly less...
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    Avant "Knee"

    I'd probably weld (or bolt) a handle on. But does that void any warranty? Is it a safety concern weakening the ROPS? I cannot imagine so, but I could imagine someone saying "it hasn't been tested so not OHSA approved".
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    Avant "Knee"

    What size machine? Do I recall a 755? Is that a higher step up??? I bought a 528 late fall... haven't used it enough to really get that feel. I did add grip tape to the steps as they were slick with muddy boots when planting trees... I'll have to intentionally think about getting on and off...
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    Avant "Knee"

    Isn't this the same case (left side access) with any of the articulated loaders? Mini excavator? Tractor with a cab? Your car and truck? Etc... It certainly may be worth talking with somebody who studies ergonomics about a better way to get in and out of the loader if it's causing problems...
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    Euro tracked chippers.

    Send your checkbook...and probably a few credit cards. I'll see what I can come up with.
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    Sycamore and Elm climbing.

    Yeah... wearing a respirator sounds worse than a temporary runny nose. Maybe I'd think different if I worked on Sycamore 2-3 days a week. It's more like 2-3 days per year. A better option wouybe put them off until winter. They don't bother me then. But I just deal with it.
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    Sycamore and Elm climbing.

    That's the only allergy I have. For me, I'm pretty sure it's the little hairs on the back of the leaves. I'm fine working in the tree for the most part but when we start cleanup - especially with a blower I start sneezing and nose running. Fortunately it goes away as soon as we finish.
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    Sycamore and Elm climbing.

    Don't cause any damage to the elms during the growing season. Its not improbable that they are susceptible to Dutch Elm Disease, but have not been exposed. The disease is carried by a bug that can be attracted to fresh wounds...so don't damage when the bugs are out. Having said that, they...
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    New device from ISC

    Great comparison pics @Muggs
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    Why Is It So Expensive to Cut Down a Tree?

    Possibly the most important attribute of a successful employee.
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    Prescription Pruning Qualification PPQ

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    Prescription Pruning Qualification PPQ

    Just saw today that Gilman is also presenting a full class in Ohio in March (18-20): Click here for more info
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    January TCIA feat. The Buzz and Mark Chisholm

    @Tom Dunlap ... can you tell: did you know this was coming? Perhaps TCI sees an opportunity to influence the profession??? (That's where I'm curious if they had reached out?) Other platforms (YT, IG, X, FB) are tough to influence positive content because there are so many trash content...
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    Anyone transition from utility to residential?

    I've never done utility, but know several who have made the switch. Fewer who switched from success in residential to go work utility...except as some companies grow, they seem to want to tackle that giant. I'm guessing that's often (but obviously, not always) an owner who is not in the field...
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    Hollow codominant

    Depends on diameter. 18" tree: 3" doesn't worry me too me without other indicators. 6" on a 54" tree is a little concerning....but not really an "oh no!" situation.
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    Hollow codominant

    Or just bring a sharpie and mark the bit when you detect the rot. Mark the bit, pull it out, and measure.

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