@alanopolis1 No offense taken - it was my first go at it 2 years ago. Fast forward to today and it is a much smoother process. Still may be perceived as dangerous though...
A good video. It's your back, mate, so you'd be the best judge of whether it would be any advantage to build a rig or bench to raise your work to waist level. Grapples can be had to roll logs of that size up an incline and onto the bench.
@MessIahmake thanks for the advice. I've been playing around with different options for the first cut. My other milling video (see prseakayak channel) shows a different option. I also have a couple of bars that attach to either end of the log - with 2x6's running along for the first cut.
The spruce will be softer than a hardwood of course, but I've walked on a number of spruce floors, and it's beautiful, and has great character. And, we have a lot of it, so I'm doing some thinning in the process. I prefer Husky because that is what I know best, and I like the feel of them better, but both saws are great, have pros and cons, and loyal followings. See if you can pick up a copy of Will Malloff's Chainsaw Lumbermaking at a library- great book. And yes, a great workout!
Either brand will serve you well. I use a 281xp, 394xp and 3120xp, but have used an 066 and it worked just as well. I just have a preference for Husky.
If you don't have a peavey for moving logs around, get one. It will make the job a lot easier, and pay for itself soon. I'm currently milling Sitka spruce I cut on our property for flooring, using the Malloff quarter sawing method...hard work, but goes quickly and I love doing it.
@capeferrelometal Thanks for sharing your thoughts on saw type. I'm leaning towards Husky just because
I already have the two bars - and chain. I wonder what Sitka spruce is like for flooring? Is it hard enough? For me, I think the best use of my milled wood will be post and beam work. I built a little shed and roofed it with cedar shakes I split using a fro. Next project will be a wood shed. I also have some big slabs I'll use for tables. It is hard work - but better than going to the gym!
@MrBallistics I'm using an old 2100XP - rebuilt from 4 saws. It does the job, but now that I've had a chance to play with the mill, I'm considering buying a new saw. Not sure if I'll go with Husky or Stihl... I have 2 bars for my Husky: 26" & 42" - so makes sense to stick with Husky. On the other hand, I've read/heard lots of good things with the Stihls. Any thoughts?
@prseakayak Thats a great saw! Why would you want to replace it if it still runs? You wont find anything with much more power. Search for "air injection demonstration" on youtube, check out the difference between how the stihl and husky handle dust. With the amount of sawdust involved in milling, I think you made the right choice! Parts are easier to find, saws MUCH cheaper, my 365s and 395xp have never failed me! If it aint broke why fix it (or replace it)! Husqvarna all the way!
Nice job. Getting the G776-36 myself in the next week or so. Plan on milling wood for future home from logs on property. Only thing that look tough is being hunch over for a long period. For smaller log I am going to try to elevate them more so that I can be up off the ground. Which should make it less work on the back and knees
Sounds good. I'm still figuring-out the tricks to efficient milling. Moving the logs around is half the battle - especially my last fir which was close to 36" dia. Keep your back straight and push with your legs!
My next project will be a good-sized wood shed. I'll mill posts and beams and then purchases cedar boards for the exterior. I think post and beam milling is the most efficient use of time/energy. That is, for fewer runs with the mill you get get big structural timbers.
wow, looks akward and dangerous, no offense, just sayin
alanopolis1 1 day ago
@alanopolis1 No offense taken - it was my first go at it 2 years ago. Fast forward to today and it is a much smoother process. Still may be perceived as dangerous though...
prseakayak 15 hours ago
A good video. It's your back, mate, so you'd be the best judge of whether it would be any advantage to build a rig or bench to raise your work to waist level. Grapples can be had to roll logs of that size up an incline and onto the bench.
peteacher52 1 week ago
@MessIahmake thanks for the advice. I've been playing around with different options for the first cut. My other milling video (see prseakayak channel) shows a different option. I also have a couple of bars that attach to either end of the log - with 2x6's running along for the first cut.
prseakayak 4 months ago
And thats why its awesome to live in the country. They just frown on this sort of thing in the city and burbs.
wilsocn 6 months ago
this is a proper cowboy right here. wasting your time with that toy
007hs 7 months ago
@007hs
The next round used a 42" bar for a big fir. Also tried a different slabbing bracket. Check out the vid
titled "Slabbing Fir with 36" Alaskan Sawmill" on youtube channel prseakayak.
prseakayak 7 months ago
The spruce will be softer than a hardwood of course, but I've walked on a number of spruce floors, and it's beautiful, and has great character. And, we have a lot of it, so I'm doing some thinning in the process. I prefer Husky because that is what I know best, and I like the feel of them better, but both saws are great, have pros and cons, and loyal followings. See if you can pick up a copy of Will Malloff's Chainsaw Lumbermaking at a library- great book. And yes, a great workout!
capeferrelometal 10 months ago
Either brand will serve you well. I use a 281xp, 394xp and 3120xp, but have used an 066 and it worked just as well. I just have a preference for Husky.
If you don't have a peavey for moving logs around, get one. It will make the job a lot easier, and pay for itself soon. I'm currently milling Sitka spruce I cut on our property for flooring, using the Malloff quarter sawing method...hard work, but goes quickly and I love doing it.
capeferrelometal 10 months ago
@capeferrelometal Thanks for sharing your thoughts on saw type. I'm leaning towards Husky just because
I already have the two bars - and chain. I wonder what Sitka spruce is like for flooring? Is it hard enough? For me, I think the best use of my milled wood will be post and beam work. I built a little shed and roofed it with cedar shakes I split using a fro. Next project will be a wood shed. I also have some big slabs I'll use for tables. It is hard work - but better than going to the gym!
prseakayak 10 months ago
what model husky?
MrBallistics 10 months ago
@MrBallistics I'm using an old 2100XP - rebuilt from 4 saws. It does the job, but now that I've had a chance to play with the mill, I'm considering buying a new saw. Not sure if I'll go with Husky or Stihl... I have 2 bars for my Husky: 26" & 42" - so makes sense to stick with Husky. On the other hand, I've read/heard lots of good things with the Stihls. Any thoughts?
prseakayak 10 months ago
@prseakayak Thats a great saw! Why would you want to replace it if it still runs? You wont find anything with much more power. Search for "air injection demonstration" on youtube, check out the difference between how the stihl and husky handle dust. With the amount of sawdust involved in milling, I think you made the right choice! Parts are easier to find, saws MUCH cheaper, my 365s and 395xp have never failed me! If it aint broke why fix it (or replace it)! Husqvarna all the way!
MrBallistics 10 months ago
Nice job. Getting the G776-36 myself in the next week or so. Plan on milling wood for future home from logs on property. Only thing that look tough is being hunch over for a long period. For smaller log I am going to try to elevate them more so that I can be up off the ground. Which should make it less work on the back and knees
cevod123 1 year ago
Sounds good. I'm still figuring-out the tricks to efficient milling. Moving the logs around is half the battle - especially my last fir which was close to 36" dia. Keep your back straight and push with your legs!
My next project will be a good-sized wood shed. I'll mill posts and beams and then purchases cedar boards for the exterior. I think post and beam milling is the most efficient use of time/energy. That is, for fewer runs with the mill you get get big structural timbers.
Good luck!
prseakayak 1 year ago
You Da Man!
That is way too cool. Can't wait to try it!
briley11 2 years ago