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16th June 2014, 11:23 AM #1
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Milling my own timber just starting
Hi lads
im just starting building a mill with a chainsaw so I can access large trees on site on my property as it's very rocky and harsh granite country with great timber and difficult to get to with machines so I'm looking forward to the challenge
I have a old stihl 050 av I'm thinking of putting on a 36 inch plus size bar
I already changed my farm boss to a 20 inch and it handles all hardwoods easily so I think the big old girl will be fine
anyone else milling with chainsaws on here
there's some great designs in the USA
im still looking at the skip chains and different variations so any feedback would be great
most of the timber is red gum iron bark stringy and a few others I haven't even identified as I been away from this property 15 years and just move d back in
I'm looking to cut slabs for tables bench tops and other projects as well as 8x2 boards
anyhow I'm new here and look forward to reading heaps
cheers
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17th June 2014, 12:01 AM #2
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BobL is one fella that could chat your ear off on your intentions I believe.. You've come to the right place... Welcome aboard
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20th June 2014, 10:25 AM #3
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Cheers Nifty.
Yep it will be fine with a 36" bar. You should learn how to set rakers using the "progressive" method to make the most out of a lower revving machine like an 050.
I'd be looking at a raker top angle of round 7º
anyone else milling with chainsaws on here
Do a search for the BIL mill and my user name and lots of stuff will come up.
there's some great designs in the USA
im still looking at the skip chains and different variations so any feedback would be great
Full comp chain takes longer to sharpen but stays sharp longer,