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Metal Guy
17th November 2009, 08:42 AM
hi all, names Jason. just joined as i need a new hobbie/intrest/pocket money. i live surrounded by hardwood forrest/rainforrest and see so much wast after they have logged, even on private property.
i cant stand wast and as i can no longer work full time need to find a way to use this resource. i have thought about portable mills but dont know if they are worthwhile for my situation so am here to learn.
cheers :2tsup:
artme
17th November 2009, 09:13 AM
G'day Jason and welcome to the cubby.:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:
When I saw your Forum name I thought you were a meatal worker!! Not that there is anything wrong with that.:D:D
Interesting idea that led you here. Congratulations for taking a positive attitude in your situation.
There are many things that can be done with smaller bits of timber. Of course you will need some tools and machinery. Have a look at the different forums that interest you, decide what may be feasible, and then look for appropriate machinery/tools. Don't need new machinery, plenty of good second hand stuphph out there.
Metal Guy
17th November 2009, 09:21 AM
haha, i am an EX boilermaker that has left the trade. does that make me an outcast???? :doh:.
at least i have the tools and skills to make some of my own jigs or even a small chainsaw mill. just joined up to get some ideas and advice.
thanks for the welcome :D
Metal Guy
17th November 2009, 09:24 AM
i forgot to mention i have access to way too much camphor laurel as farmers just want them gone
DJ’s Timber
17th November 2009, 09:36 AM
G'day Jason, hope you enjoy it here.
You should check out the SMALL TIMBER MILLING (http://www.woodworkforums.com/f132/) section, quite a few of us in there have portables mills and then there is also a few with chainsaw mills as well.
munruben
17th November 2009, 10:44 AM
Welcome aboard MG
Ad de Crom
17th November 2009, 05:04 PM
Hi Jason, welcome aboard.
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artme
17th November 2009, 08:41 PM
i forgot to mention i have access to way too much camphor laurel as farmers just want them gone
No such thing as "way too much Camphor Laurel.":rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:
Sounds like you are a North Coaster.
Christos
19th November 2009, 08:48 AM
Welcome to the forum. I am sure much will be learnt. :U