I have a fairly large sized pile of hardwood logs that are primarily used as firewood. I'm looking to get an Alaskan mill setup in order to harvest some of that wood for other uses, like lumber for a garage, furniture, etc.
The logs range in species from hickory, oak, maple and poplar. Size range from 12" to 30"+, which are typically poplar. I do have some oak that is over 30" as well. My primary saw is a 562xp, which seems a little under powered for milling according to some opinions online.
I'm not interested in smoking my favorite saw, so what are my best options? If 60cc is too small, what is the right sized saw and bar? Is there any real difference in rip chains?
The logs range in species from hickory, oak, maple and poplar. Size range from 12" to 30"+, which are typically poplar. I do have some oak that is over 30" as well. My primary saw is a 562xp, which seems a little under powered for milling according to some opinions online.
I'm not interested in smoking my favorite saw, so what are my best options? If 60cc is too small, what is the right sized saw and bar? Is there any real difference in rip chains?