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LANDYTIM:
What is the best type of chainsaw for using up a ladder/tree for removing branches??

Cheers
Tim

LANDYTIM:
Found them now, where is the cheapest place to get myself a top handled chain saw then?

V8MoneyPit:
You should never use a chainsaw up a ladder!

Well, not without the ladder being lashed to the tree and you harnessed correctly to the ladder/tree. And always spend the time repositioning the ladder between cutting each branch. You must *never* overstretch. The potential consequences are not worth the risk.

Oh, and invest in the correct clothing/safety gear.

Ideally, you should use a cherry picker so you have the stability to use the chainsaw correctly.

I'm sure I'm stating the obvious, but chainsaws are dangerous things. Theat them with ultimate respect.

Edge:
Don't buy one from a DIY store......You'll regret it.

I use a "Husqvarna 136" small enough to handle up a ladder/tree, yet big enough to cut a fairly large tree down. Plus you can pick them up new for around £135 with 12mth warranty.
Another top make are Stihl.

Don't buy a cheap one unless your only going to use it once or twice, in which case you'd be better hiring one. Most hire shops won't hire them due to them being so dangerous.....so you'll have a search on your hands.

As V8MONEYPIT said.....give the chainsaw alot of respect.....then it might not jump back and bite you......be careful :wink:

LANDYTIM:
Got the chainsaw boots, trousers and jacket. all harnessed up and with a lashed ladder! cant get a cherry picker in there so it will have to be a ladder.

got 6 of the biggest conifers you have ever seen in a tiny back garden so got to cut it down in sections and slowly!!

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