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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: creosote
« on: February 02, 2019, 05:07:47 PM »
Ive heard that before about the cans. I have not tried it.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: creosote
« on: January 30, 2019, 03:27:37 PM »
i have been scraping the loose off over the years. i will try the cardboard. thanks all

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / creosote
« on: January 30, 2019, 08:19:07 AM »
Been running a 6048 for 11 years. Do my best to have seasoned wood as much as possible anyway. The stack is no problem, quick run with the brush couple times a season works. So, I want to get rid of the creosote build up in the fire box. I am concern that I'm loosing heat transfer to the water from the build up? Do the "toss in sticks" work? Probably been discussed a million times. Looking to get some replies.

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Equipment / Re: Wallenstein 800 series
« on: January 21, 2019, 01:06:10 PM »
just as long of a log as you can get to the machine. I have pulled 30' plus. It has two jacks on the drag ramp that holds the machine in place for the drag, once they seat in the ground just pull'er on in. They claim 22" diameter but 20" and less is better. I run some mighty crooked stuff through it also. you just have to move the back around a little to get it straight in the cutting area. mine is the 830. The splitting action will push the pieces right up the shoot and in a trailer. The lower the trailer the better it works. I only have the 4 way wedge. I don't like to split them to small. I have never regretted buying it. Darn sure leaves some of the heat in the wood.   

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Equipment / Wallenstein 800 series
« on: January 20, 2019, 06:09:12 PM »
I bought the wallenstein wood processor. I have had it 4 years. I really like it. I live in rough terrain, a lot of hill side. Its easy to get moved around and very easy quick setup. I bought the saw mount with it, holds the saw (25" 362CM)  on a bracket by using the bar nuts. I have cut untold cords of wood. I sell some too. It will take a 20" diameter log. Also doesn't matter on the length it will drag it in. It has a Subaru 14 HP motor.  I have had absolutely no issues with the machine. thought i would share in case one of you all are looking.   

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those hands making all these BS regs dont have enough dag bern chores is what i think! BS.

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i use pulvarized lime. Local southern states, co-op or TS stores.   

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Equipment / Re: huskee or still saw
« on: February 17, 2013, 11:28:29 AM »
i have allways been partial to Stihl saws. I guess its kinda like anything else. I have an 024 & 034 and have cut a lot of wood over 30 years. Most of my friends run Husky pro saws and they really like them. I am testing a small RedMax saw. I have run it for two years. Its a dag bern little screamer now. But to answer your question, Stihl especially if you have a local dealer. 
 

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Equipment / Re: wood processors
« on: February 14, 2013, 04:24:22 PM »
What do you think of the Dyna. How does it handle crooked logs?

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Equipment / wood processors
« on: February 13, 2013, 02:15:16 PM »
I am looking at purchasing a wood processor. I will need a compact unit, looking to spend under 15K. I will be using it for myself and family. I have been looking a the Hudson Wolverine and the 800 series Wallenstein. Anyone using one of these?

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Equipment / Red Max Chainsaw
« on: April 02, 2012, 07:21:43 PM »
Anyone using Red Max saws?

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Dang great replys you all

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / I want to share what i have learned
« on: December 25, 2011, 09:52:37 AM »
I have been burning 4 years. I have a central boiler 6048. I live in West Bygod Virginia. I have a very old, very large house, not insulated very well.

1. I built a wood / furnace totally enclosed room on my garage. I enclosed about half of the unit in the wall. I can also store about 3 cords of wood in the room. I installed a fan in the wall to draw the smoke out of the room. Only above the furnace i used 1" foil backed foam covered with tin. The room has proved very helpful and worth every dime.
2. I keep my wood cut well ahead of time. Seasoned wood will make a big difference in consumption.
3. I burn all wood, but the best i have found is. Osage, locust, hickory, hard maple and red elm.
4. Keep ash out of furnace and stirred. It makes a big difference. Keep in mind i have a central boiler.
5. Place the unit as close as possible ( remember prevailing wind) and buy the good pipe. I bought the single pipe with both discharge and return lines inside, foam filled. Insulate everything you can.
6. Round wood better than split.
7. I load the front section of the unit only. I cut 20"
8. I have a metal wheel barry to take out ashes. Wrap some potatoes in foil and put in ashes and take outside.

My opinion only. May help someone new or just starting.

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