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Simply stunning! Well done, it looks great.

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Great job!
 

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Hey that turned out realy nice!
Seems to cut fast. Like the simple design and the fact that you built almost all parts yourself.
Not that i have any trees large enough to make timber but after seeing a project like this my first thought is "i need one like that"..

Thanks for sharing!
 

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what a great build…. congratulations
 

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Hey Sean,

That is just a sweet project. You did a great job.

I think that I read in your blog that you were questioning whether the motor is large enough. After a couple shakedown runs, any sense at this point?

Thanks.

Greg
 

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You did a fantastic job on this build Sean. The blog was very informative and the video was awesome.
 

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Gotta put this one in the favorites!
 

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Massive undertaking! Nice job.
 

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A master geek at work! Way to go top 3 guy.
 

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Super creative,very well done.
 

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That is some thinking outside the box and some darn good engineering!
 

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How cool is that, well done and enjoy!
 

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Great looking rig and from what I can see does an admirable job of milling the logs.

I would be concerned as to guarding though, at least on the upper section of the blade. I'm sure protection could be added without hampering operations.

Well done on the build.
 

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Looks good and the results speak for themselves.

Do not discard the water bag as if you by chance cut Slash Pine you will be needing it.
 

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An excellent engineering feat.
 

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Cool project and very nice work. I love builds that combine woodworking and engineering/mechanics. Recently completed? a cnc router for signmaking and engraving.
 

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thanks for the comments and advice everyone.

Greg - The motor is large enough to do the job. The belt will squeal long before the motor bogs down. When belt is tight it doesn't bog.

Bluekingfisher - The guards on the right side move with the blade guide and cover more of blade as they are moved in. The left side will get something over the wheel soon. Blade flew off once and stayed in the log so not too worried. Since I am way behind the blade by about 4 feet I am not too conserned.

Robert - I have read the water is best for soft wood like pine so I am keeping the bag and the bag mount handy for when needed.

Thanks again everyone.
 
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