Destro31780
ArboristSite Lurker
I wanna start drilling trees to check for decay or hollows, what is a powerful enough cordless drill, and what diameter bit should I use so it wont overheat and snap?
Thank you, ill start with the drill.If you are going to offer this as a service, I'd strongly suggest a resistograph - Rinntech and IML are the big names in that market.
Just one tree in your yard...you can learn a lot with any 18v drill and a 12" long 1/8" bit.
Another option would be using an increment corer. That would give you a physical record of your findings.
Having said that, a sounding mallet can go a long my way in avoiding the need to drill. But that takes a little time to "calibrate" you technique and ears.
Remember the drill is only useful if you hit the rot pocket.Thank you, ill start with the drill.
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