Thread: New member,thinking of getting a cs mill

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In terms of chainsaws, the 3616 is too small for milling. The 460 at 60 cc and recommended bar size of 13 to 20" , is borderline even for small logs.

A conventional alaskan mill consumes about 6" of bar length so even if you put a 20" bar on the 460 you will be limited to 14" diam logs.
I would keep the 460 for use on something like a minimill to break up slabs into dimensioned lumber.

A 395 or 660 with a 42" bar should enable you to cut 36" wide logs. This means buying or making a mill that can open up that wide.

I have 4 CS mills (all home made) f you want to come and look at some of my setups PM me.

looks like bob has got you covered, he wont steer you wrong.

What he said

I'll drik to that. I have a 660 and a 42" bar.

Hi Timmy and Bob,

I'm in pretty much the same boat getting started. I'm in Hovea, 5 mins down the road from you Timmy. I'd love to take advantage of some of Bob's wisdom if it's not too cheeky. I'm happy bring along some beer or happy to host since i have a few logs i plan on milling.

Originally Posted by cow

Hi Timmy and Bob,

I'm in pretty much the same boat getting started. I'm in Hovea, 5 mins down the road from you Timmy. I'd love to take advantage of some of Bob's wisdom if it's not too cheeky. I'm happy bring along some beer or happy to host since i have a few logs i plan on milling.

No problem. Let me know when you are ready.

Hi Bob,

Ive just acquired one of the Westfords at the show and recently purchased a 2nd hand 660 and while not wanting to gatecrash, I would love to soak up some of your knowledge if you wanted to make a class of it.

Regards
Mick

gday,
any chance of getting to see some photos of your setups??

i currently have a husq 570 with 24'' bar.
Thinking about purchasing a alaskan slabber until theres enough money for a lucas.

will the chainsaw last?

cheers

Yep I'd be happy to run an informal a class. However I don't want to do it at the milling yard as there would be OHS and insurance issues. We need someone with private land and a log to demo on.

Originally Posted by vortexbuilding

gday,
i currently have a husq 570 with 24'' bar.
Thinking about purchasing a alaskan slabber until theres enough money for a lucas.

All my Chainsaw milling stuff and HEAPS of pictures are described in grimy detail on my this forum. The quickest way to find the relevant links is to follow the link near my username to my blog.
Look in the 2007 - 2009 section for lots of mill builds and pics.

will the chainsaw last?

A 570 is on the small side - it also has a lowish max RPM (9600). It would be OK for logs upto about 450 mm in diam at most. Milling saws need to be looked after. Chains needs to be kept razor sharp touch up every 32 sq ft of hard stuff and 64 sq ft of soft stuff. Carby settings (not fuel mix ratio) should be set a little richer than usual and don't push the hell of of the saw. If you are constantly pushing to keep the saw cutting the setup is not right.

Originally Posted by BobL

Yep I'd be happy to run an informal a class. However I don't want to do it at the milling yard as there would be OHS and insurance issues. We need someone with private land and a log to demo on.

Well like I said, I have space, a few logs and a BBQ. Maybe some weekend with some decent weather we can get together.

Originally Posted by cow

Well like I said, I have space, a few logs and a BBQ. Maybe some weekend with some decent weather we can get together.

OK - let's set a date with plenty of notice.
Im not free till late sept anyway.

This is some learning that I look forward to, but as your the source of this gratefully accepted knowledge a date and time of your choosing would be fine with me...... subject to the vagaries of the future.

Look forward to meeting you!
Mick

You'll do well to have use ya ears and mouth in the proportions you where given em when asking BobL bout all this chainsaw stuff - you'll come home with ya ears hurting from how much he'll be able to tell ya

Originally Posted by Sigidi

You'll do well to have use ya ears and mouth in the proportions you where given em when asking BobL bout all this chainsaw stuff - you'll come home with ya ears hurting from how much he'll be able to tell ya

I'll try not to say too much - mainly demo and answer questions.