Scrounging Firewood (and other stuff)

[Ambull01]

Let me update where I'm at in "scrounge heaven" behind my store. Saved the bigun' for last. Nice to have a job that is actually fitting for a large saw: Husky 2100CD with a 30" bar. The last few cuts were 32-34 inches, so even with that saw, some over bucking was necessary. That saw really ate it up too. Coolest thing is that as I worked my way back, the tree began to lift so all cuts were off the ground. Second pic is one that I've already posted, but just putting it here for a before and after look. That's a Jonsered 625 sitting on that same ash tree for reference. And there's still a couple of huge oaks to go; one at least as big as the ash. Got an awful lot of wood from back there; all courtesy of hurricane Sandy.

Looks like a scroungers heaven right there. Hopefully I can do more cutting tomorrow. Need to hurry up and buck/split everything so I can burn it all next winter. It may be too late for it all to season properly though. Also need to take more pics of my scrounge so all the complainers can stop whining about this thread being off topic lol.

I started skipping the multivitamin because you pee out the majority of it and they are overpriced. I still use supplements but I get them on the clearance rack at the local gnc. I do pre-workout, post workout and protein shakes. I feel they work or at least help but I all of the above came off the clearance rack as I would never in a million years pay full price for this stuff. It helps but is not absolutely necessary. Since I cant scrounge yet and don't have any good leads, I did scrounge 3 5lb tubs of protien powder at the GNC on clearance for $24.99 each. Which is 50% the best price I was able to find.

Jeez, I just can't resist commenting on this health related stuff lol. I think for the most part multivitamins are a sham. Our bodies should get all the vitamins and other necessary items from our diet. Popping in a vitamin everyday is a convenient way to think you're doing good for your body though.

You've probably heard about protein timing right? I've always heard you should consume fast acting protein (usually whey) within one hour post workout. Try and read about studies done to prove that theory. It sounds like total protein intake is much more important than chugging down a shake immediately after a workout. Your body may be primed from 24-48 hours post workout so there may be no need to waste money on protein powders.

 

[spike60]

Yes. As of December she was only pulling 130 pounds of compression so doesn't have the grunt of yesteryear. Minor scoring on ex side of piston since last inspected in fall of 13'. But I did a lot of cutting last year.

I've located/scrounged up all of the parts to convert to a L77 once spring cutting is over.

Very good project! I've got an L77 and it certainly keeps up with anything in the class. Surprises guys who run it. There is a Tecomec top end kit available for those saws. You probably know you need a different top cover as the spark plug comes out the top on the 77's. I don't think that will affect the coil wire as far as length goes. When I did mine 2 years ago, the cylinder gasket was still available. It's a thick gasket, so you can't delete it. Mine just needed a freshening, and I used a 272 piston ring. I think I used the early 288 grommeted fuel line. Those saws have very stout bottom end.

 

[svk]

Very good project! I've got an L77 and it certainly keeps up with anything in the class. Surprises guys who run it. There is a Tecomec top end kit available for those saws. You probably know you need a different top cover as the spark plug comes out the top on the 77's. I don't think that will affect the coil wire as far as length goes. When I did mine 2 years ago, the cylinder gasket was still available. It's a thick gasket, so you can't delete it. Mine just needed a freshening, and I used a 272 piston ring. I think I used the early 288 grommeted fuel line. Those saws have very stout bottom end.

Well I just learned something about the base gasket as the guys over in chainsaw told me to delete it.

I located a 77 carcass to steal the top cover and need to inspect the cylinder to see how it is. Otherwise I was going to do the Tecomec p/r and c kit that is available.

I figured I might swap to a 9 pin also as I'm normally using short bars in soft woods. Then it should really zing through the rounds.

I've also got a second clutch cover and am going to modify it to make a noodling specific cover. Older saws like this don't have the clearance to throw noodles for very long.

 

[mainewoods]

Gotta be a real man to throw one of those around all day. By the looks of that white ash Spike, you needed every cc of it!

 

[mainewoods]

How is it for limbing?

 

[nomad_archer]

Jeez, I just can't resist commenting on this health related stuff lol. I think for the most part multivitamins are a sham. Our bodies should get all the vitamins and other necessary items from our diet. Popping in a vitamin everyday is a convenient way to think you're doing good for your body though.

You've probably heard about protein timing right? I've always heard you should consume fast acting protein (usually whey) within one hour post workout. Try and read about studies done to prove that theory. It sounds like total protein intake is much more important than chugging down a shake immediately after a workout. Your body may be primed from 24-48 hours post workout so there may be no need to waste money on protein powders.

You read way more than I do. I like the protein shakes that are a mix if fast and slow acting proteins as they keep me from being hungry and wanting to eat everything in the house.

 

[farmer steve]

You read way more than I do. I like the protein shakes that are a mix if fast and slow acting proteins as they keep me from being hungry and wanting to eat everything in the house.

lotsa protein in "deer"meat. just sayin.

 

[MustangMike]

Bruce Lee's energy drink was raw red meat and raw eggs in the blender.

 

[Ambull01]

You read way more than I do. I like the protein shakes that are a mix if fast and slow acting proteins as they keep me from being hungry and wanting to eat everything in the house.

Well I don't really need to eat/drink to keep me from being hungry as I don't accumulate body fat. It's a blessing and a curse. I've read dietary fat will make you feel full. Also read it's not necessarily the calories you eat that will make you gain weight, it's what those calories consists of. Calories from carbs will have more of an impact on weight gain vs calories from protein. Supposedly you can eat until you're full by eating low carb items and keep weight off. Sounds great to me.

 

[MustangMike]

It is not just what you eat, but also how active you are and how you burn them. Carbs only got to fat if you don't burn them up.

 

[Ambull01]

It is not just what you eat, but also how active you are and how you burn them. Carbs only got to fat if you don't burn them up.

True, but then you have to think about the tiny amount of calories you actually burn from physical activity again. Also, what does the average American dish consist of? Seems to me that there's always some type of bread/starchy food. So the majority of us are eating too many carbs to begin with. Couple that with a lot of sedentary jobs and it sounds like a recipe for disaster.

 

[nomad_archer]

lotsa protein in "deer"meat. just sayin.

Yes there is. Eat deer meat for lunch almost every day... until I run out. I need to find somewhere like Clint's backyard to have a chance at more deer.

 

[svk]

You guys crack me up. At some point you should start a firewood cutters dietary thread.

And post good recipes in there too.

 

[Ambull01]

You guys crack me up. At some point you should start a firewood cutters dietary thread.

And post good recipes in there too.

I know, sorry sir. I'm done with dietary posts, promise. Keep the clapping and cheering down lol. I've never really been concerned about health/nutrition/exercise science until I stumbled upon a link on Lifehacker. I use an RSS reader to get all my news and other articles of interest in one central location. Don't remember what article I read but I stumbled upon another link that detailed how the studies we're using to say dietary fat is unhealthy is seriously flawed. From there I've continued to read and learn.

Anyways, are you still scrounging?

 

[svk]

I know, sorry sir. I'm done with dietary posts, promise. Keep the clapping and cheering down lol. I've never really been concerned about health/nutrition/exercise science until I stumbled upon a link on Lifehacker. I use an RSS reader to get all my news and other articles of interest in one central location. Don't remember what article I read but I stumbled upon another link that detailed how the studies we're using to say dietary fat is unhealthy is seriously flawed. From there I've continued to read and learn.

Anyways, are you still scrounging?

Took it easy this am and hauled one load. Going to resume bucking this afternoon and wrap up the stragglers that were buried under the other rounds yesterday.

Trees up here are now thawed but haven't started to move sap yet. I'm going to tip a half dozen birch and maple this afternoon to take advantage of the lower MC while the sap is in the roots.

And to celebrate my work:

 

[Marshy]

My diet consists of Husqvarna low smoke 2 cycle engine oil mixed 40:1 with 91 non-E gasoline. A proportional helping of high-tac bar oil at every fillup keep the bindage to a minumum. Coupled with a constant supply of dense fibrous tree matter ensures the working joints stay lose. Just an ocasional filter cleaning will ensure clean and efficient operation for life.

Stay tuned for more 2-stroke health tips on the 10's at every hour.

Carry on.

 

[mainewoods]

High fiber and low smoke is a winning combination.

 

[farmer steve]

You guys crack me up. At some point you should start a firewood cutters dietary thread.

And post good recipes in there too.

2 slices of white bread,jelly,your choice of flavor and peanut butter.again your choice,crunchy or smooth. and a glass of milk to wash it down.

 

[Marshy]

2 slices of white bread,jelly,your choice of flavor and peanut butter.again your choice,crunchy or smooth. and a glass of milk to wash it down.

Use to eat 2 PBJ's, strawberry with crunchy PB of course, 2 bananananananaas for lunch and wash it down with quart of water when cutting firewood. Oh and a big fat juicy orange.

 

[mainewoods]

Ahhh, protein.