Metals406
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I know it's a tweed heavier than a more modern saw, but why didn't you keep it for a falling saw?
You not a Dolmar guy?
The guy making the handle bars with the rino liner grips.
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I know it's a tweed heavier than a more modern saw, but why didn't you keep it for a falling saw?
You not a Dolmar guy?
Metals406
Granfodder Runningsaw
John, if Rod is up to making 7900 handles, we may need your saw to model off of. Not many of those in these parts.
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I know it's a tweed heavier than a more modern saw, but why didn't you keep it for a falling saw?
You not a Dolmar guy?
I really like the SD's, good layout. Vibes ain't my friend these days, so I stick with the modern stuff. And I REALLY like 660's. I know you'll get them purring - Sam
Eccentric
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Wishful thinking post....
Some repops of vintage chainsaw full-wraps would be cool too. Thinking large frame McCulloch and Homelite saws in particular, in additon to XL900 series Homelites and 82cc McCullochs.
Some repops of vintage chainsaw full-wraps would be cool too. Thinking large frame McCulloch and Homelite saws in particular, in additon to XL900 series Homelites and 82cc McCullochs.
I'll commit to buying a new full-wrap for my 7901 if he ends up making these.
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i'm in for a few. i think i just missed out when i joined here.
Likewise, especially if it's any kind of motivation to get things rolling.
promac850
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As Eccentric is speaking of this, I'll mention that I have a broken full wrap for an 82cc Mac... have yet to bring it to my welding instructor for repair, but hopefully I'll remember to do so this week.
If he (the guy making these new full wraps) wants to use it for a template after I get it welded back up, I'd be happy to send it over.
Metals406
Granfodder Runningsaw
A little heads up fellas. Being as most of us are cheap bastards. . . Errr, I mean frugal -- y'all need to know that Rod is interested in producing models that will generate the most sales.
We all like wheeling and dealing for stuff, and enjoy those good deals on saw parts.
If he decides to do limited runs, and one-off's, be ready to pay custom price.
It's the law of fabrication -- I know it well -- but some aren't aware.
Parts are always cheaper by volume, the more you buy, the cheaper stuff gets. Us guys that build stuff are subject to it, so then the customers we serve are subject as well.
Just saying this, trying to avoid any misconception that handles other than the ones he plans on making a lot of, will be the same price, or even close.
-- y'all need to know that Rod is interested in producing models that will generate the most sales.We all like wheeling and dealing for stuff, and enjoy those good deals on saw parts.
If he decides to do limited runs, and one-off's, be ready to pay custom price.
It's the law of fabrication -- I know it well -- but some aren't aware.
Parts are always cheaper by volume, the more you buy, the cheaper stuff gets. Us guys that build stuff are subject to it, so then the customers we serve are subject as well.
Just saying this, trying to avoid any misconception that handles other than the ones he plans on making a lot of, will be the same price, or even close.
Sounds fair to me.
Lessee, then... a bar doesn't exist at any price, or it exists at a price higher than a more common one? I daresay I'll pay a premium for a part that actually exists!
Metals406
Granfodder Runningsaw
Metals406
Granfodder Runningsaw
Bump. . .
Rod is mocking up 372's while he's waiting for chemical to come in for the handles.
He's got his fancy lappy for the shop, and handles waiting for coating.
I'm trying to get him to template 7900's right away. . . I'll keep working on him.
He's signed up here, but not quite ready to sponsor as his website isn't up yet.
Rod is mocking up 372's while he's waiting for chemical to come in for the handles.
He's got his fancy lappy for the shop, and handles waiting for coating.
I'm trying to get him to template 7900's right away. . . I'll keep working on him.
He's signed up here, but not quite ready to sponsor as his website isn't up yet.
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Those full wraps look cool! I would like to have one too. Do they stand up well ?
Shane
Metals406
Granfodder Runningsaw
Yes, they stand up very well. . . A buddies 046 got forgot close to a log being yarded out. The saw got rolled up under the tree.
The side support cracked just where the coating began to end, and the tank cracked at the lower mount -- but the handle was completely unaffected as far as bending or deforming. He still cut with it for a few more hours too, to finish out the day. That's a whole lot of smooshing force and really no significant damage.
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Haha. I just saw this picture and it made me think of one of the old fella's (I used to call them old timers, but some how that just doesn't seem right now) that took it on himself to teach me enough to keep me alive.
He told me "Boy, God gave you opposing thumbs for a reason. Now get it on the other side of that handle where it can do some good".
Andy
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Haha. I just saw this picture and it made me think of one of the old fella's (I used to call them old timers, but some how that just doesn't seem right now) that took it on himself to teach me enough to keep me alive.
He told me "Boy, God gave you opposing thumbs for a reason. Now get it on the other side of that handle where it can do some good".
Andy
Yeah, not wrapping my thumb when falling is a bad habit I got into. I didn't realized it until I saw pics and videos of me. But, I'm workin' on it!
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Oh, I still catch myself doing it once in a while. It just made me think of my old buddy, and that made me laugh.
I didn't mean to be pickin' on ya, but somebody's got to do it.
Andy
