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  1. Biketrax

    Burning ASH, how soon can you burn it.

    So I just picked up a truck load of Ash, I know they say you can burn it right away. But is there a chance there may be a period of too soon? I am splitting the thicker stuff but alot is 3 to 4 in dia. I three a few pieces in seems to burn good. Just like to here some thoughts. Thx
  2. Biketrax

    SEARS Craftsman 16" Quick Release Jammed

    I have a couple of those Sears craftsman 16 inch-- 36 cc chain saws one is bolt locked for the bar/chain. The other is a quick release for the bar and chain slop adjustment. I kinda liked the Quick release mechanism up until the last use the chain came off and now I am stumped at how to take off...
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    Preference in Wood Burning Species?

    Yes why would anyone hate cherry?
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    How do you Answer "Can I borrow your Chainsaw?"

    Some good ole funny humor here. Figured there may be more stories. Someone asked again, reminded me of this post.
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    I understand reporting him to the IRS which might open up a case of investigation and if he has a good accountant it may be mute. But how can this help my case? I dont see how any of this may help my chances of re*cooping my money. I did get a picture of the plate on the truck that delivered the...
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    I did call W & Measures at the number you provided, its a consumer protection division dealing with drugs. Why would i have persued it further when I was promised he would make good and I was going to get a check for the difference? He played me well. And yes it is eating up valuable time. And...
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    Well I got Screwed Twice in two weeks!!! NO CHECK and His final words to me were to "Go screw myself" (that's the nice F... version!) In addition he added "you paid in cash so do what you have to to prove you bought any wood from me." I am on vacation in philly! I sincerely apologize for posting...
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    Yes That's who I was referring to. Good folks at NEWTOWN Power! :chainsaw::chop: Seems A Lot have not read the OP and my response correctly??? I NEVER Ordered a truck load! I ordered a CORD OF MIXED SEASONED HARDWOOD and yes he was going to deliver it in a dump truck (How Else?), however it came...
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    I am the OP! He was apologetic on the phone and said he would make it right and asked for pix! the seller asked me to text the pictures of the stacked wood and will be sending me a check! PS some of you guys can go off on a tangent lol. Why would I ( or anyone go thru the aggravation of) ever...
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    Getting back on this site has made me realize, I should of started with this local chainsaw dealership, heavy duty arborist equipment shop in the same town as this guy. Duh? They would of set me on the right path in getting a solid referal from one of their customers, may have been a bit pricier...
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    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    YES IT WAS ! YES IT DOES SUCK! Great advice guys thanks! May even drive over in the morning?
  12. Biketrax

    Bought My first ever Cord "GOT Taken To the Cleaners!!!"

    Well Just stacked it and measured it twice RESULTS 1) 56% of a cord (72 ft³ versus 128 ft³) and 2) Seasoned less than a year to boot! 3) Plus I got a TWO wheel barrels of kindling and two WB of bark!! 4) Majority is beech and birch. NO oak, cherry or even maple as suggested. Some Ash would of...
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    How do you Answer "Can I borrow your Chainsaw?"

    When Will they learn? Sure!!! No problem!! Get your long extension cord. Here is my electric one!
  14. Biketrax

    Crystal like creosote in firebox? (accumulating with ashes)

    I have a wood-stove insert in my basement. It is about 12 years old. Note: the vent pipe on the front ceiling of the firebox is shot and needs replacing. I wasn't able to clean my chimney and exhaust stove pipe from my wood-stove last 2 years. (Due to injury) The fire does not seem to be...
  15. Biketrax

    Stihl 361 compression wont pop up? Still wont start?

    OK So the compression button isn't poping up, so I pop it after priming and still wont turn over. the pull on the cord gets very hard. whats the next step? ran fine a month ago??
  16. Biketrax

    Tree cutting service needed. w/climber!! Danbury, Connecticut.

    Still looking for help! Spider cherry picker desired. Still Looking to hire someone with a spider cherry picker. Have some 120+ foot trees very close to my customers house. Danbury CT 06810
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    How do you Answer "Can I borrow your Chainsaw?"

    Another NO NO NO Someone asked again to borrow!!! when will they learn???
  18. Biketrax

    Tree cutting service needed. w/climber!! Danbury, Connecticut.

    Please no Amateurs! must have a climber, Need a climber!!! and or bucket. One is easy the others a bit trickier overhanging over house. Danbury ct please state what hours are good for you to visit with a quote. Please only reply if you can complete a day or two of work within three weeks. No...
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    How do you Answer "Can I borrow your Chainsaw?"

    NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO No! NO get it! Great answers HERE!
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