I Milled Wed-Thur Finally....
Bob,
Finally got to mill yesterday and today. I'm addicted.....
The mill worked flawless. The clutch I built works perfect, I think anyone needing a clutch for an odd application, this works!
Only problem was two screws that hold the handle vibrated loose. When I assembled the mill after painting I forgot to locltite them. I think I will also back them up with a nylock nut.
Here are some pictures of what we milled. It is a Ash tree from my friends front yard he had to take down last year.
Tree Ready for Milling
First Cut
Three slabs from this log
Bob, me after we milled, back was OK after two days of milling. The handle bar worked really good. Leverage was good and easy to guide the saw through the log.
I clipped an image from one of the other pieces we milled.
I did put together a temporary drip feed nose oil bottle from a gear lube bottle. I'll be making another aluminum bottle to replace it as soon as I machine the fitting bungs. I only used the manual oil pump for the sprocket end of the mill and it put out plenty of oil.
Now, I have a video of the saw in operation I would like to post. Can anyone tell me how I can do that? The saw sounds nasty, and had way more power than I expected. It cut through the logs with ease.
Guys, I've had enjoyment building this saw and I know I will enjoy using it this coming New Year.
Happy New Year to everyone!
jerry-