Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 01:07:27 PM
https://millersequipment.stihldealer.net/products/chain-saws/homeowner-saws/ms250/?_ga=1.203557776.1425262926.1443471750
I want a long term use, reliable, home/yard/firewood application.
What do you think? Anyone get a new Stihl recently?
Post by: benhuntin on November 23, 2015, 01:12:16 PM
Post by: Woodchuck on November 23, 2015, 01:16:26 PM
So, looking for my first saw. I'm considering this saw:Saws are kinda like boats IMO, buy 2 sizes bigger than you think you need. You will use it. :twocents:
https://millersequipment.stihldealer.net/products/chain-saws/homeowner-saws/ms250/?_ga=1.203557776.1425262926.1443471750
I want a long term use, reliable, home/yard/firewood application.
What do you think? Anyone get a new Stihl recently?
I am a Husky fan but Stihl is also a fine product.
Post by: Doublelunger on November 23, 2015, 01:24:15 PM
If thats your price range I would buy something like this.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/grd/5328817624.html
Post by: Kittman on November 23, 2015, 01:31:37 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 01:46:31 PM
Also like the use of this one. Good standard features.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 23, 2015, 01:47:40 PM
There MS391 in the ranch saw catagory with a 24" bar would be good.
Post by: cbond3318 on November 23, 2015, 01:58:24 PM
Post by: bearhunter99 on November 23, 2015, 01:58:42 PM
I have a 361 and absolutely love it but when I bought it I was cutting and selling firewood and using firewood to heat the house so I was cutting quite a bit. I don't have wood heat now and just use it for the occasional project or for cutting wood for the fire pit. I am actually thinking of buying another smaller saw for general use because the wife doesn't like using the 361 and it is overkill for 95% of what I use it for now.
If you are only going to use it a few times a year then there is really no need to spend $500-700 on a saw. The smaller saw will suit you fine even if it takes a few extra seconds to saw through a log. My two cents.
Post by: trophyhunt on November 23, 2015, 02:03:49 PM
:yeah:So, looking for my first saw. I'm considering this saw:Saws are kinda like boats IMO, buy 2 sizes bigger than you think you need. You will use it. :twocents:
https://millersequipment.stihldealer.net/products/chain-saws/homeowner-saws/ms250/?_ga=1.203557776.1425262926.1443471750
I want a long term use, reliable, home/yard/firewood application.
What do you think? Anyone get a new Stihl recently?
I am a Husky fan but Stihl is also a fine product.
Post by: trophyhunt on November 23, 2015, 02:04:12 PM
In all reality it depends on how much you are going to use it. Are you cutting firewood for camping or are you cutting 3+ cords a year for heat?:yeah:
I have a 361 and absolutely love it but when I bought it I was cutting and selling firewood and using firewood to heat the house so I was cutting quite a bit. I don't have wood heat now and just use it for the occasional project or for cutting wood for the fire pit. I am actually thinking of buying another smaller saw for general use because the wife doesn't like using the 361 and it is overkill for 95% of what I use it for now.
If you are only going to use it a few times a year then there is really no need to spend $500-700 on a saw. The smaller saw will suit you fine even if it takes a few extra seconds to saw through a log. My two cents.
Post by: CementFinisher on November 23, 2015, 02:11:36 PM
Post by: Bucks2Ducks on November 23, 2015, 02:55:18 PM
Volume of wood you will be cutting, speed at which you wish to go, and size of the most common wood you will be cutting will determine what size saw you will need. the smallest saw a guy cutting enough wood to heat his home with could get away with would be the MS 362I cut all my own wood with a MS 290, not to mention a couple extra cords each year and love my saw. Maybe 15% of the time a bigger saw would be more efficient, but I wouldn't say necessary. When I got my saw Stihl recommended it for 10 cords or less a year. But this is America, so go big or go home.
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 03:17:39 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 23, 2015, 03:23:53 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 03:27:42 PM
More to fondle...bit more beef and looks midrange in price point
https://millersequipment.stihldealer.net/products/chain-saws/farm-and-ranch-saws/ms271/
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 23, 2015, 03:31:38 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 03:58:46 PM
Post by: C-Money on November 23, 2015, 04:16:54 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 04:19:27 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 23, 2015, 04:22:20 PM
What bar did you have.....length wise.
18-20" can't remember. My MS361 is 24", and I have big trees so it's the smallest I could go.
My neighbor usually falls my trees with a larger saw, unless they are no brainers. :chuckle:
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 04:23:40 PM
Post by: C-Money on November 23, 2015, 04:27:56 PM
I'll need to drop the base...maybe 20 feet of trunk. Other than that the current job is already down and limbed. Time to go look!
Have fun!! Hope you find a good deal!
Post by: Bofire on November 23, 2015, 05:54:06 PM
Carl
Post by: Ebell on November 23, 2015, 07:13:51 PM
Post by: dreamunelk on November 23, 2015, 07:31:44 PM
You will be happy with a 251 wood boss. Used mine to clear a tree that fell across our road because I was to lazy to put a new chain on my Husky. No problems cutting through a 24 DBH spruce and limbing.
Post by: pd on November 23, 2015, 07:50:28 PM
I cut all my own wood with a MS 290, not to mention a couple extra cords each year and love my saw. Maybe 15% of the time a bigger saw would be more efficient, but I wouldn't say necessary. When I got my saw Stihl recommended it for 10 cords or less a year. But this is America, so go big or go home.
Go big or go home, that's painfully funny. I have the MS310 (replaced by the 311 I believe). Super long bar, too. Honestly, it is getting to the point I can barely lift the thing after a couple of hours of use. I should probably sell it, and get a Farm Boss.
Bigger is not necessarily better!
Post by: 270Shooter on November 23, 2015, 08:02:20 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 23, 2015, 09:10:17 PM
Post by: fish vacuum on November 23, 2015, 09:24:48 PM
Post by: C-Money on November 24, 2015, 07:26:39 AM
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on November 24, 2015, 07:34:47 AM
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 07:39:16 AM
Post by: Buckmark on November 24, 2015, 09:13:24 AM
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on November 24, 2015, 09:26:56 AM
Post by: Kittman on November 24, 2015, 09:31:12 AM
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 09:39:14 AM
Good boots: Check
Chap: On the Christmas list
Last bit of equipment I will pick up is a rubber wedge and mallet to help with binds.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 24, 2015, 09:45:23 AM
Eye, ear, hand: Check
Good boots: Check
Chap: On the Christmas list
Last bit of equipment I will pick up is a rubber wedge and mallet to help with binds.
You mean splitting maul? :dunno:
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: Buckmark on November 24, 2015, 09:55:23 AM
Eye, ear, hand: Check"Last bit of equipment" Now thats funny :chuckle:
Good boots: Check
Chap: On the Christmas list
Last bit of equipment I will pick up is a rubber wedge and mallet to help with binds.
Add a hookaroon, Cant dog, electric bench mounted sharpener, sthil girly calender for the shop.
Did ya get your free hat also???
The maul would be for splitting the rounds, duh.......
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 09:57:19 AM
I may even take a saw selfie.
Post by: cbond3318 on November 24, 2015, 10:03:52 AM
Uh...yeah....I got a free hat! Yes....I will wear it also.....I'll be that guy with a shiny new box, brand new (virtually) saw, smiling like an idiot wearing his perfectly clean stihl hat cutting a 3 inch branch with a 20 inch bar and in my head I'm falling a giant oak.
I may even take a saw selfie.
Saw selfie is mandatory. :twocents:
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 24, 2015, 10:04:21 AM
Eye, ear, hand: Check"Last bit of equipment" Now thats funny :chuckle:
Good boots: Check
Chap: On the Christmas list
Last bit of equipment I will pick up is a rubber wedge and mallet to help with binds.
Add a hookaroon, Cant dog, electric bench mounted sharpener, sthil girly calender for the shop.
Did ya get your free hat also???
The maul would be for splitting the rounds, duh.......
Nope, use it to put the wedge in, a mallet wouldn't budge my trees. :chuckle:
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 24, 2015, 10:05:28 AM
Uh...yeah....I got a free hat! Yes....I will wear it also.....I'll be that guy with a shiny new box, brand new (virtually) saw, smiling like an idiot wearing his perfectly clean stihl hat cutting a 3 inch branch with a 20 inch bar and in my head I'm falling a giant oak.
I may even take a saw selfie.
Saw selfie is mandatory. :twocents:
He will cut his arm off! :yike:
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 10:07:17 AM
What could go wrong?
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 24, 2015, 10:09:12 AM
One hand to hold the saw, one hand to hold the phone (no selfie stick), and one kid to hold the beer.
What could go wrong?
Oh my booze and saws don't mix! :yike:
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 10:17:32 AM
Post by: T-Dozzer on November 24, 2015, 03:16:35 PM
Post by: fish vacuum on November 24, 2015, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: Buckmark on November 24, 2015, 06:23:43 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 24, 2015, 06:30:50 PM
Post by: Buckmark on November 24, 2015, 06:35:22 PM
Bring your bee suit....I'll wear my team Jacob tee which I rock thank you, and we will get it done.$500 dollar saw, pinched bar, team jacob shirt 3sizes too small, stihl hat on, bald face hornet master in his homemade suit.....PRICELESS
Post by: Fl0und3rz on November 24, 2015, 06:57:08 PM
Post by: splitshot on November 24, 2015, 07:00:16 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 26, 2015, 11:44:01 AM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 26, 2015, 12:18:49 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on November 26, 2015, 12:43:43 PM
Nice maul, little tip always face the small end of wood round facing the ground, it makes splitting large rounds much easier. :tup:
That's always been backwards to me.
Those Fiskars are nice. A lot of people like them. Ive always preferred a good wood handled old style single head Collins axe. Think they were a 4 pound head. Best wood splitter Ive found. To me those plastic, fiberglass handles flex to much and you lose force with them. Tried a few. Including Fiskars. Always went back to my Collins axe.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 26, 2015, 12:47:40 PM
Nice maul, little tip always face the small end of wood round facing the ground, it makes splitting large rounds much easier. :tup:
That's always been backwards to me.
Those Fiskars are nice. A lot of people like them. Ive always preferred a good wood handled old style single head Collins axe. Think they were a 4 pound head. Best wood splitter Ive found. To me those plastic, fiberglass handles flex to much and you lose force with them. Tried a few. Including Fiskars. Always went back to my Collins axe.
It's physics, your greatest force hits the larger end of round, then the smaller end when split carries the weight from above outward from the splitting action. :tup:
Post by: netcoyote on November 26, 2015, 01:19:19 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 26, 2015, 07:37:45 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on November 27, 2015, 07:12:58 AM
I like the Fiskars. Swings well for me and splits nicely. It's pretty straight wood so not much problem breaking it up. Getting used to the saw. Glad I got the size I did. I'll work on that saw selfie next go around.
Looks and sounds like you have a set up that works well for you. That's all that matters. :tup:
Post by: HntnFsh on November 27, 2015, 07:20:34 AM
Nice maul, little tip always face the small end of wood round facing the ground, it makes splitting large rounds much easier. :tup:
That's always been backwards to me.
Those Fiskars are nice. A lot of people like them. Ive always preferred a good wood handled old style single head Collins axe. Think they were a 4 pound head. Best wood splitter Ive found. To me those plastic, fiberglass handles flex to much and you lose force with them. Tried a few. Including Fiskars. Always went back to my Collins axe.
It's physics, your greatest force hits the larger end of round, then the smaller end when split carries the weight from above outward from the splitting action. :tup:
I look at it a little differently. With the small end up. Your starting out by splitting less surface area. So easier to start the split and let it work its way through the round. On any round over about a foot in diameter I always try to start my split about an inch or 2 from the outside edge. That way the splitting action goes down and across at the same time.
Post by: huntingfool7 on November 27, 2015, 11:44:43 AM
The Fiskars axe is a great tool. It's hardened and will chip badly if you drive it through with a sledge. Great limber.
For serious wood cutting, you'll want/need a pee vee.
http://www.zoro.com/dixie-peavy-2-12-in-dia-hickory-handle-5-ft-l-00260/i/G1932366/?gclid=CL63rdWusckCFZRcfgodrTsBIA&gclsrc=aw.ds
Post by: h20hunter on November 27, 2015, 11:46:57 AM
Goldeneye on here has one from about a million years ago...old and sturdy. I'm finding that pulling a round out 'a the ground when a limb is driven straight down is a pain in the.....back. I'll be looking for one here very soon. Thanks for the link.
Post by: C-Money on November 28, 2015, 08:53:10 AM
https://www.lehmans.com/p-352-heavy-duty-splitting-maul.aspx?show=all
I have split some wood with one of these, seem to work good...On my wish list.
Post by: h20hunter on November 28, 2015, 04:12:12 PM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on November 28, 2015, 04:28:13 PM
Post by: NOCK NOCK on November 29, 2015, 07:45:22 PM
I use multiple saws and have skip tooths on all of them. I prefer my 211 over my 310 for firewood cutting. Keep the chain sharp. :twocents:
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on November 29, 2015, 07:47:50 PM
h20...Just a suggestion. Buy a skip tooth chain (Stihl - RSF) it will cut quicker than the safety chain that is on it, BUT, It also will kickback more, so ya gotta pay attention.
I use multiple saws and have skip tooths on all of them. I prefer my 211 over my 310 for firewood cutting. Keep the chain sharp. :twocents:
He will just cut his arm off! :chuckle:
Post by: NOCK NOCK on November 29, 2015, 07:51:28 PM
Post by: Buckmark on November 29, 2015, 07:58:42 PM
I told you to get a cant dog already.....
and splitting buy hand is a young mans game btw....spit 4-6 cords of rounds in one setting and you will love renting a log splitter... :twocents:
But hey i have a cord of rounds on the trailer you can come and practice on... :chuckle:
Post by: NOCK NOCK on November 29, 2015, 08:10:35 PM
Skip will dull a little quicker, but only half the amount of teeth to sharpen. Keep it out of the dirt.
Post by: Buckmark on November 29, 2015, 08:14:05 PM
Post by: jackmaster on November 29, 2015, 08:22:48 PM
Post by: Stickerbush on November 29, 2015, 08:34:08 PM
That's my saw of choice but any of the above mentioned will do fine, sharp chain is key
Post by: Stickerbush on November 29, 2015, 08:37:02 PM
Post by: h20hunter on November 30, 2015, 08:42:46 AM
I'm down to the lower 3rd of the tree. Cutting about 23 inch rounds currently. I'm up to 4 chains and have run them all a bit dull. I'll be dropping them off at the shop today to have them professionally sharpened. I know with 4 fresh chains I can finish the job. I'll learn to use the sharpening kit in time.
I'll stick with the regular for now, no skip tooth.
Still very happy with the saw and learning quite a bit as I go. Proud to say I've not dug the bar into the dirt or hit any rocks. I've got some fresh pallets ready to be stacked on. Currently I've cut and split/stacked two pallets worth six feet high.
Post by: Buckmark on November 30, 2015, 09:22:08 AM
keeping them adjusted as needed? and not forcing the cut?
Learn to use that file... :twocents:
Post by: h20hunter on November 30, 2015, 09:26:51 AM
I'm learning to keep that chain tension dialed in and putting the right amount of pressure...not to much, not to little.
The file.....will do...when are you free for a lesson?
Once that chain gets a little dull I back off. I look at it just like a knife....razor sharp is safer than dull. I've got time and my shop charges $7 per chain. Worth it for now.
Post by: CP on November 30, 2015, 09:30:00 AM
Nope...haven't hit anything.
I'm learning to keep that chain tension dialed in and putting the right amount of pressure...not to much, not to little.
The file.....will do...when are you free for a lesson?
Once that chain gets a little dull I back off. I look at it just like a knife....razor sharp is safer than dull. I've got time and my shop charges $7 per chain. Worth it for now.
Which shop is that? I just change the chain when it gets dull, so I have a box of them that need sharpening.
Post by: lokidog on November 30, 2015, 09:54:34 AM
Post by: h20hunter on November 30, 2015, 09:57:56 AM
Nope...haven't hit anything.
I'm learning to keep that chain tension dialed in and putting the right amount of pressure...not to much, not to little.
The file.....will do...when are you free for a lesson?
Once that chain gets a little dull I back off. I look at it just like a knife....razor sharp is safer than dull. I've got time and my shop charges $7 per chain. Worth it for now.
Which shop is that? I just change the chain when it gets dull, so I have a box of them that need sharpening.
Miller Rent All in Lynnwood. They charge 10$ per chain if you bring it in on the saw, $7 per if loose.
Post by: h20hunter on November 30, 2015, 10:01:03 AM
This one?
http://www.harborfreight.com/electric-chain-saw-sharpener-68221.html
Post by: MagKarl on November 30, 2015, 10:08:15 AM
Make sure both R and L teeth are the same length. There's another guide to take raker height down as well, cheap sheetmetal guide and a flat file. There are several versions, here's one..http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200636254_200636254?cm_mmc=Google-pla&utm_source=Google_PLA&utm_medium=Logging%20%3E%20Chainsaw%20Sharpeners%20%2B%20Grinders&utm_campaign=Oregon&utm_content=19716&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=19716&gclid=CMfk6NLeuMkCFUOBfgodw9EOfw
Post by: jaymark6655 on November 30, 2015, 12:51:55 PM
Cutting good.
Okay, it seriously looks like you stole my saw, ax, and gloves. Good choices. :tup: I was going to recommend the Farm Boss.
Wish you could send your chains to the guy who sharpens mine, its his hobby and all he does is read/study about how chains cut. I gave him two and they cut better than new. Accidently hit the bar on my leg when the saw wasn't running and it cut straight through my jeans, they are sharp.
Post by: h20hunter on November 30, 2015, 12:57:36 PM
http://www.amazon.com/Husqvarna-587160704-Technical-Apron-38-Inch/dp/B00STHFARY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1448916996&sr=8-1&keywords=chainsaw+chaps
for that one time where things go poorly.
When I'm out back working I also keep a two way on my hip and one inside with the wife.
Post by: fish vacuum on November 30, 2015, 02:36:08 PM
Makes sharpening a breeze. Set it to the correct angle for your chain and give each cutter a few swipes.
Post by: lokidog on November 30, 2015, 02:39:35 PM
Ed....
This one?
http://www.harborfreight.com/electric-chain-saw-sharpener-68221.html
Yes. The only issue I have had is that if you want to keep the depth of the grind the same in both directions, you might have to adjust it one way or the other. I figure this thing will save me some $$ and time. I'm sure there are more expensive ones that work better, but then again, they are more expensive..... ;)
Post by: Buckmark on November 30, 2015, 03:22:57 PM
And that is exactly why I now have a pair of chaps on order. $75 bucks on Amazon.........Those wont work, your saw is a stihl... :chuckle:
http://www.amazon.com/Husqvarna-587160704-Technical-Apron-38-Inch/dp/B00STHFARY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1448916996&sr=8-1&keywords=chainsaw+chaps
for that one time where things go poorly.
When I'm out back working I also keep a two way on my hip and one inside with the wife.
Post by: h20hunter on November 30, 2015, 03:27:24 PM
Post by: huntingfool7 on November 30, 2015, 08:25:33 PM
Ed....
This one?
http://www.harborfreight.com/electric-chain-saw-sharpener-68221.html
Yes. The only issue I have had is that if you want to keep the depth of the grind the same in both directions, you might have to adjust it one way or the other. I figure this thing will save me some $$ and time. I'm sure there are more expensive ones that work better, but then again, they are more expensive..... ;)
Will likely have to adjust for that. If the teeth are longer in one direction, one side will do most of the cutting and the saw will not cut straight.
Post by: Buzz2401 on November 30, 2015, 08:48:31 PM
Post by: lokidog on November 30, 2015, 10:02:49 PM
Ed....
This one?
http://www.harborfreight.com/electric-chain-saw-sharpener-68221.html
Yes. The only issue I have had is that if you want to keep the depth of the grind the same in both directions, you might have to adjust it one way or the other. I figure this thing will save me some $$ and time. I'm sure there are more expensive ones that work better, but then again, they are more expensive..... ;)
Will likely have to adjust for that. If the teeth are longer in one direction, one side will do most of the cutting and the saw will not cut straight.
It does cut a curve. It is not hard to figure out how many turns to adjust the depth between sides. It would be easier if a person had a couple chains to do at the same time, that way there would be less adjusting for more cutting time. I just have one chain.
Just go buy a new chain. They are cheap and super sharp.
They're not that cheap..... :dunno:
Post by: huntingfool7 on December 01, 2015, 06:24:02 AM
Just go buy a new chain. They are cheap and super sharp.It really is a disposable society.
Sharpening a chain is not difficult and you can get multiple (SHARP) uses out of one. I have something over a dozen chains for my 025. I sharpen them all at once. Run 'em until they aren't and throw another one on...repeat...repeat...
Calipers help make sure both sides are the same. Once you have a chain sharpener, you won't run a chain until it is completely dull. That really is a waste of time and energy!
Post by: CP on December 01, 2015, 06:37:39 AM
Ed....
This one?
http://www.harborfreight.com/electric-chain-saw-sharpener-68221.html
Yes. The only issue I have had is that if you want to keep the depth of the grind the same in both directions, you might have to adjust it one way or the other. I figure this thing will save me some $$ and time. I'm sure there are more expensive ones that work better, but then again, they are more expensive..... ;)
Will likely have to adjust for that. If the teeth are longer in one direction, one side will do most of the cutting and the saw will not cut straight.
It does cut a curve. It is not hard to figure out how many turns to adjust the depth between sides. It would be easier if a person had a couple chains to do at the same time, that way there would be less adjusting for more cutting time. I just have one chain.Just go buy a new chain. They are cheap and super sharp.
They're not that cheap..... :dunno:
I can get a new chain delivered to my door for $18 -
Post by: huntingfool7 on December 01, 2015, 06:48:03 AM
Seems to be a trend. Maybe we should have a thread for rehoming unwanted, unloved abandoned chains. I bet there's a good home waiting out there for "em.
I will gladly take in any unwanted 025 chains.
Post by: CP on December 01, 2015, 06:54:24 AM
Post by: NOCK NOCK on December 01, 2015, 09:34:58 AM
$18....for a sharpening kit, pretty simple and easy
Post by: splitshot on December 01, 2015, 11:25:14 AM
Post by: fish vacuum on December 02, 2015, 02:00:06 AM
I can sharpen a chain in 5 minutes. If the wood is clean I cut a half cord before sharpening. A little sooner in dirty wood.
I can get a new chain delivered to my door for $18 -
Post by: Blcktaildreamer on December 02, 2015, 05:06:05 AM
Agreed, once you pinch your bar and your saw is stuck in a big old Maple, you sort of get cured of only having one saw.Come on guys no need for two saws just two bars and chains.
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Post by: Kittman on December 02, 2015, 03:06:37 PM
Post by: h20hunter on December 05, 2015, 01:37:16 PM
H20!
All major cutting done!
Post by: NOCK NOCK on December 06, 2015, 10:12:28 AM
Who's gett'n some this morning?
H20!
All major cutting done!
WOOD?
momma is :chuckle:
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on December 06, 2015, 10:27:20 AM
Post by: h20hunter on December 06, 2015, 12:09:24 PM
Post by: h20hunter on December 06, 2015, 02:33:13 PM
Post by: Buckmark on December 07, 2015, 09:40:07 AM
You know that wood will of heated you 4x by the time you burn it :chuckle:
Post by: h20hunter on December 07, 2015, 09:46:06 AM
Post by: 2labs on December 07, 2015, 10:17:15 AM
Post by: h20hunter on December 12, 2015, 04:06:06 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on December 12, 2015, 04:07:28 PM
How many cords?
Post by: h20hunter on December 12, 2015, 04:12:40 PM
Any guess?
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on December 12, 2015, 04:17:39 PM
Post by: h20hunter on December 12, 2015, 04:22:32 PM
Post by: Goldeneye on December 12, 2015, 04:26:26 PM
That's a nice stack of wood you have. :tup:
How many cords?
A chord is 4'x4'x8'. A standard pallet like you have them stacked on is 40"x48". If you stacked on 2 pallets wide x 2 pallets long it's about 3 chord.
Post by: h20hunter on December 12, 2015, 04:29:45 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on December 12, 2015, 04:30:00 PM
Post by: Goldeneye on December 12, 2015, 04:40:13 PM
Looks like 2 pallets wide by 4 long, that would be 4.95 cords.
Boss, remember a chord of wood is 128 cubic feet. He has 4 pallets, so 8x8 at the base and 6 feet tall. To calculate a cord of wood simple multiply Width x Height x Length and divide that by 128. That will tell you how many cords you have. So he has 8x8x6=384 cubic feet 384/128=3 chords
Post by: Remnar on December 12, 2015, 05:04:51 PM
:yeah:Looks like 2 pallets wide by 4 long, that would be 4.95 cords.
Boss, remember a chord of wood is 128 cubic feet. He has 4 pallets, so 8x8 at the base and 6 feet tall. To calculate a cord of wood simple multiply Width x Height x Length and divide that by 128. That will tell you how many cords you have. So he has 8x8x6=384 cubic feet 384/128=3 chords