I had a similar issue with this and just put the saw on the shelf. Picked it up again recently; has anyone been able to figure out what caused the chain tension on the Stihl bar mentioned on Page 1?
At the recent NATCC it was a "no" across the board regarding quickies; there was further discussion about official differentiation between being [CE] approved and being on the actual ISA TCC approved gear list. From what I understood it is a matter of time before the CE quickie is actually...
Also general thread update, there are now Panther mini bars that reportedly fit and function without modification on this saw. Monkey Beaver and Chainsawbars.co.uk. They are sold solo or as kits with sprocket and chain. I ordered some non-safety Archer 56DL 1/4" .043 loops from...
@Froggybear Can you post a photo when you get a minute? I have this same setup but haven't run it much and want to prep as much as possible before finding out the hard way. Thanks!
Yeah this sounds uncomfortably familiar with an experience I had last year, I would be willing to bet with the same builder (EDIT 8/26/22: builder was not John). I sent payment to have a new saw built, upgraded, and modded in August of last year. After numerous emails and texts regarding...
I don't have the actual thread link handy but definitely remember this video being one of the first things I ever saw posted on TreeBuzz and I still think it's some of the best content to capture the ingenuity of an industry. Happy Birthday TreeBuzz!
Bicycle Work Rig
Obligatory shoutout to...
The very first section of the BCMA study guide is about how and when to prepare for the exam. It can be very helpful if you are good with specific guidance or like to keep a strict schedule regarding administrative-like tasks. I tend to procrastinate so I found the preparation section somewhat...
A local person has already done everyone the service of documenting, designing, and printing an excellent map of "odditrees:"
https://odditreesociety.org/
Some businesses in town put out the hard copies for free distribution. I was once honored after being asked to review one of the editions...
At the risk of excluding a literal "ropewalking setup," having only a rope diameter-appropriate multicender and advancing tether for it is THE most minimal setup that I can think of. You could forego the tether but why punish yourself with the constant ascent upkeep? You only get better at...