Oak

[Moparmyway]

I’m going to replace the redwood with it on one of my outdoor tables. I’ll keep a live edge on each side, and either biscuit or bowtie (Which I just saw a picture of and know nothing about) the middle to the ends, use West System epoxy for the coating. A good friend is going to get the rest, I’m thinking that we’re both trying to get finished for Mothers Day

 

[RI Chevy]

Nice. [emoji106]

 

[Wolverine]

Nice. That's a decent size log. Looks like you didn't even hook up the winch?

 

[Moparmyway]

Nope, I’ve been reading about the chain being the most influential aspect of milling, and I see why. I’m sure running 404 allowed more passes between sharpenings, but I wasn’t expecting 3 full cuts in that wood, the log is over 10’ long and I’ve got some boards over 24” wide

 

[Lightning Performance]

White oak felled about a year ago, sealed the ends and she’s been sittin. Ran 404 full skip with a 50” setup on a 48” Granburg. Peeled the bark and got started.
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Got 3 full cuts before the chain needed a new edge on its cutters. Put it on the Simington setup for my work chains .... with the little incline, she practically pulled herself through. The 3120 muffler mod and throttle lock kept all the other saws hanging, and me breathing oxygen instead of exhaust . You just can’t beat the 3120 for milling with a chainsaw

Very curious to see if your boards curl. That tree was a twisted deal like a maple I have ready to slab. What thickness did you cut them?
Nice log... you kept it wet.


Did not want to cut my 394 plastics but it looks like a must for a large pipe.
I'm hoping to avoid the 3120 with an 084.

 

[Wolverine]

Did not want to cut my 394 plastics but it looks like a must for a large pipe.

I already shared this with you didn't I?

https://www.ablett.jp/workshop_archive/csm2.htm

 

[Lightning Performance]

I already shared this with you didn't I?

https://www.ablett.jp/workshop_archive/csm2.htm

Nope

Edit:
My header won't look like that. Too much time for a box pipe imo.

 

[Lightning Performance]

I already shared this with you didn't I?

https://www.ablett.jp/workshop_archive/csm2.htm

And... speak up.

 

[Moparmyway]

Very curious to see if your boards curl. That tree was a twisted deal like a maple I have ready to slab. What thickness did you cut them?
Nice log... you kept it wet.


Did not want to cut my 394 plastics but it looks like a must for a large pipe.
I'm hoping to avoid the 3120 with an 084.

Cut them all at 2” thick

I sealed the ends with Zinzzer and put the log where it got morning sun & afternoon shade. Stayed put for a year, on 2x4’s just off the ground. That second picture was taken as soon as possible after the initial cut, very easy to see how she dries on the ends and next to the sapwood

Ive got an 084, also got an 088, along with the 3120. If you are going to be milling with a chainsaw , sell the 084 and get a 3120. Heck, sell or trade whatever you can to get a 3120. Husky basically made it for milling

Lastly, I suggest doing whatever you can to direct the exhaust up and away from where you are going to be, plastics take a backseat to fresh air here

 

[Wolverine]

A strategically placed leaf blower FTW.

 

[Lightning Performance]

Cut them all at 2” thick

I sealed the ends with Zinzzer and put the log where it got morning sun & afternoon shade. Stayed put for a year, on 2x4’s just off the ground. That second picture was taken as soon as possible after the initial cut, very easy to see how she dries on the ends and next to the sapwood

Ive got an 084, also got an 088, along with the 3120. If you are going to be milling with a chainsaw , sell the 084 and get a 3120. Heck, sell or trade whatever you can to get a 3120. Husky basically made it for milling

Lastly, I suggest doing whatever you can to direct the exhaust up and away from where you are going to be, plastics take a backseat to fresh air here

When my yoke is finish none of that matters much.
Going with a two to three foot extension on my header pipes.

The parts cost as much or more for 3120. Weeding through the AM trash and warmed over *s-wordboxtrash I see up for 1200... or more. Thanks but, no thanks. It would have to be brandy new or damn near for my tastes. Waited may years to find a good 084 with low hours, reasonable. Have a backup short block ready and waiting all oem low hours also. I must admit my milling saw s being built are going in a whole different direction on both.

A 40mm crank Husky is in the works but not the 3120. A few parts from one will be used somewhere else.

Any vids now you got the chain dialed in good?

 

[Moparmyway]

Any vids now you got the chain dialed in good?

need pictures/drawing of the yoke you’re working on

 

[RI Chevy]

SO. If I mill a log with 3/8" chain I may have to resharpen the chain every cut? This will be my first time milling, so looking for any and all advice I can get.
It will be a green red oak tree about 18" in diameter.
What Zinzzer product should I use for the ends?

 

[Wolverine]

SO. If I mill a log with 3/8" chain I may have to resharpen the chain every cut? This will be my first time milling, so looking for any and all advice I can get.
It will be a green red oak tree about 18" in diameter.
What Zinzzer product should I use for the ends?

No, You'll probably get 3 cuts before you notice a bad drop off in speed (guessing an 8-10' log).
Anchor seal is the best stuff but since I'm cheap, old latex does the job.

 

[RI Chevy]

Can I get Anchor Seal at Home D?
Can I use an oil? Like Danish oil or something? Or just cheap ole paint?
Thanks for the tips Jason.

 

[Wolverine]

Cheap ol' left over latex is better than nothing. I don't think big box stores carry Anchorseal. I don't think an oil would be a good idea. If anything, wax would be good.

 

[RI Chevy]

OK. Something like Butchures wax? Just put it on end grains?

 

[Moparmyway]

Zinzzer is sold at HD and is made to seal......... not pricey either. I’ll snatch a picture of the can for ya Jeefus

SO. If I mill a log with 3/8" chain I may have to resharpen the chain every cut? This will be my first time milling, so looking for any and all advice I can get.
It will be a green red oak tree about 18" in diameter.
What Zinzzer product should I use for the ends?

To me, 404 lasts between 3-4 times longer between sharpenings vs 375, especially milling

Some cuts, yes one slab and it’s going to need a touchup. Peel off the bark and any chain will last substantially longer between sharpenings

 

[RI Chevy]

Is Zinzzer the actual product? Or the name?

 

[p61 western]

Can I get Anchor Seal at Home D?
Can I use an oil? Like Danish oil or something? Or just cheap ole paint?
Thanks for the tips Jason.

Got mine from Amazon.