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    Stihl 200T - still worth it ?

    got the 201tc-m....going to rebuild my old 05' husky for a backup/project saw. thanks all for the input :)
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    Stihl 200T - still worth it ?

    hmm makes sense. now I gotta decide the old 201t vs t540xp thing....I just bought 2 new chains for my old husky before it went down too. Can I use these chains on a brand new stihl 201t or husky t540xp? https://www.husqvarna.com/us/chains/x-cut-s93g/ 16" 56 DL 3/8" mini pitch .050 gauge...
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    Stihl 200T - still worth it ?

    What do you all think? Is the 200t still worth buying at around 600 - 700$ for a rebuilt one? Or do you guys just go with buying the the brand new 201t or husky t540xp now for roughly the same price?
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    using a 24 strand for both single and double technique

    thanks friedrich, you saved me I wont get it now lol. Vortex it is ;)
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    using a 24 strand for both single and double technique

    awesome thanks all ! I'll most likely refresh the same vortex rope, although I sort of want try this true 13mm rope by edelrid. small diameter ropes and my hands do not agree ;) https://www.treestuff.com/edelrid-direction-up-13mm-climbing-rope/
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    using a 24 strand for both single and double technique

    Hi all, Should I consider changing this up for any reason ? Buying a new rope and wanted suggestions. Currently I climb on a 200' samson vortex hot because I use the Haas +foot ascender technique for ascent and I like this rope due to the low stretch and thickness for primarily this reason...
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    how to become a certified/licensed crane operator ?

    Hey all, Since my return to tree work I have been thinking nonstop about becoming a licensed crane operator. However, I wanted to ask you all for any advice, recommendations for training as well as any advice on just what the best overall path to take here is? I am located in Massachusetts and...
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    The Hoeflon C10

    Must see video of it moving and setting up ! lol amazing!
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    Looking for a Woodsman 15x or 18x Chipper

    Other than treetrader or craigslist where is the next place one would look for used trucks/chippers/trailers online ?
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    346xp rebuild...

    soooo I ended up spending this week inside working on all my saws (and purchasing new ones...shh) as for the 346xp I decided to go for a rebuild. I have a new OEM top end kit arriving today :) wish me luck. I am hoping that replacing the ripped intake boot, new piston+cyl will fix this saw...
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    346xp rebuild...

    It has the grey cover, here are the specs I found from when I purchased the saw. Pretty sure it was scuffed when I bought it. But now I would love to get it running. Anyone know of a local saw guy/porter around Boston ? -2010 346xp - Non limited coil - tabs trimmed - non carb muffler
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    346xp rebuild...

    Ok this is an odd question/request but I have an old 346xp almost completely disassembled sitting in a box for about 6 years now. Is there anyone on here that knows a guru with these things who would be interested in helping me diagnose/rebuild the saw ? I am no mechanic whatsoever and do not...
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    Want to buy: ~70cc Chainsaw

    Hi All, I am located in near Boston/Metro West and seeking something along the lines of 372xp,572xp,576xp but if you have something with similar power feel free to offer it up. I need the saw for this upcoming weekend and I am trying to avoid buying new. cheers
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    Spiking leaners, any advice?

    Makes sense to me what you are all saying. I have never tried anything quite like it myself but what intrigued me about it was 2 things: it does appear to keep you closer to the trunk and second as you work down you are tied in still around the spar as you go down. Perhaps a simpler way to...
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    Spiking leaners, any advice?

    I will admit, all my experience and bravery goes out the window when it comes to this type of situation. I believe I have the experience and conditioning to accomplish spiking a large gnarly leaner but without another tree or good tie in point I pass these up almost 100 percent of the time. I'm...
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    Hydration, electrolytes

    One day I dealt with very bad heat exhaustion but I kept pushing like the young ego head I was back there.... Next I barfed + hands and forearms locked up bad. I literally thought I was going to pass out and maybe I did but not sure. Either way, 50/50 mix of Powerade and water will work very...
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    got me a new toy

    It sure seems like it, I bet the area/location someone grows up in has a huge influence as well. Most of the guys in my area who started doing this at a younger age typically lived way further out from the city where I am from. Not a single tree in the city projects I grew up in lol. wicked cool !
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    got me a new toy

    on a side note, I find it very interesting that there is 14-15 year old kids interested or even aware of this line of work. I was about 19 working at a lawn and tree company for over a year before I realized what the heck was even going on lol. It took the tree crew being on the same property as...
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    Anyone able to recommend a full Haas Knee ascender setup ?

    I have done it once or twice but find that I often am using a 2nd rope for things anyways. I think the habit developed for me since I climb a lot of very tall white and red oaks. I often make that 2nd line the soon to be lowering line so I have it up there with me already, OR ill often use that...
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    Anyone able to recommend a full Haas Knee ascender setup ?

    Well, I now have something new canopy anchor to try out so thanks! Now to find suspenders for the Petzl Sequoia. As long as these monkey beaver suspenders fit I might give them a try they look cozy. =P I really just need something to clip on the chest or whatever for advancing my rope...

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