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    Treating small diameter stumps

    We do a bit of woodland invasive species management. One project we'll work on over the winter has quite a bit of smaller diameter stuff (1/4"-3/4" diameters). (Jetbead - this was a new one to me...but same question applies to other small diameter stems). Spraying those stumps always feels...
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    aftermarket ignition coil MS261 M-tronic?

    My MS261 C-M is behaving poorly. It will run like a dream, then just flat out quit. Sometimes it will start right back up, others it will not - not even try to fire. Usually happens after it is fully warmed up. Sometimes after a cut or two. I couldn't get a spark last week. Wire tested...
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    Want to Sell Caretree 632

    I've had this for 2 years/bought from friend of a client, I've never used it... 3-point hitch. Probably needs a couple of hoses replaced, but most are in good shape. Anybody interested? Lets talk if so. Would likely have to be picked up NW Ohio (or I'd work with a shipper you arrange). I...
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    Want to Buy non-working 338xpt

    I know...it is an old saw. I pulled it out last week and it still runs great, but it has been on the shelf because I cracked the case. If you have a non-working saw, but the case is good what do you want for it? What I am looking for is part number 544110904...i don't care if piston is toast...
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    Don't pull garlic mustard

    First I've heard this: https://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/story/43550/20210409/do-nothing-about-invasive-plants I've always thought we needed to go after this more aggressively.
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    Liner stock sources

    I don't want to be a nursery...not that there is anything wrong with that...but not my goal. Having said that, there are some trees that I would like to plant for clients that I cannot find or regularly are out of stock. I just bought some land where I will be building a shop to keep equipment...
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    Pferd 2-in-1 file size question

    I bought a 2-in-1 Pferd Cs-X Chain Sharp Filing Guide at the TCIA show. Was using it for probably the 3rd time today and didn't seem quite right... Looking closer I see it is for .404" instead of 3/8" (my chain size). I bought it from the Pferd booth. I told them I needed 7/32" for 3/8"...
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    Husqvarna 550XP with 3/8" pitch

    Considering a 550XP. Read several of the threads about changing it from .325" to 3/8" pitch (18" and .050). I would do that - mostly to make it match the other saws I have so I can reduce the # of different chains I have. Is it reasonable to ask a local dealer to change out the...
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    Pferd - Classic or Premium

    Didn't find the comparison in a search, but I gotta think it has been discussed! Time to order new files (round). I like Pferd - have tested against others and they ended up on top. Having said that, I see they now have "Classic" and "Premium" Here is what the Pferd catalog says: PFERD...
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    Rhizoshpaera treatment

    Has anybody played around with options enough to feel that you can say one product is definitively better than others? Spruce trees came out a couple of weeks ago up here, so I've done round 1 - looking. I have been using Chlorothalonil, but that label switched from signal word "Caution" to...
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    Ohio companies...

    Anyone renew your insurance lately (since May 5)? If you do pesticide applications, get ready to open the wallet. ODA clarified language that they expect insurance companies to cover damage done when applying pesticides, and insurance is saying that kicks in O&E insurance. $500 extra minimum...
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    show me your TreeMotion

    Bought a new TreeMotion saddle, now I need to get it set up. Have browsed around a little, but not many show where their handsaw is. I never climb without a handsaw...but often climb without a chainsaw. Last saddle was a Glide. I like it, just getting old/time to replace and upgrade. I...
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    Spruce - end needles dropping

    Looked at a few spruce trees that were treated last fall forbspruce spider mites. The outer needles are falling off of some of the branches now while the inner needles are looking OK. Any thoughts?
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    Thanks for being at OTCC

    Was at the Ohio Tree Care Conference this past week. Appreciate exhibitors helping shows like this happen! Hope it worked out well for TreeStuff...I know TreeStuff being there worked out for me: bought a Tree Motion, couple new biners, and some gaff guards...with a T-shirt and hat thrown in...
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    Tower removal???

    Anybody ever remove an old antenna tower? A neighbor called because he bought a commercial rental building with a radio tower on it. He wants it down. He knows I climb trees and am not too bothered by heights, so he thought perhaps I could do it. He said "it is probably 30' above the...
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    Friction poll

    I climb doubled rope probably 80% of the time. Have been using the Hitch Climber with VT and have been happy. The only thing I don't like is long descents on it. Have been thinking about going mechanical. Got an email from Sherrill about reduced prices on the Lockjack and Spiderjack. Both...
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    ArborMAX Carbon fiber poles anybody?

    Anybody use the carbon fiber poles Bailey's is selling? Are they worth it? Are they as stiff or stiffer than 'typical' fiberglass? Only available in 6' sections... One concern I'd have is the pruning head is going to be more out of balance without at least a little weight at the bottom to...
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    BCMA

    ISA was redoing their Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) and I was invited to be a beta tester last fall. They hadn't finalized scoring, etc... but said if once that was determined I had a passing score, I would be recognized with the Certification. It was half price and the retest would...
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    338XPT leaking fuel

    I have an older 338xpt that just keeps running like a top. The last few time I filled it it has leaked fuel. I opened it up expecting to find a cracked line somewhere...but not so. It is leaking out of this hole - I assume it is a vent to getbair into the tank. It is below the drive...
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    Preferred ship auger for cabling/bracing

    Have you tried multiple brands and found one to be better than others? I need a 9/16" x 24" long. Have found plenty of options, but was hoping a few folks have comparative experience. Choice #1 right now is from TreeStuff (Eliminator brand) just because I like ordering from them. I can get...
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