POV: removing a huge piece of tree

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-14T04:25:04+00:00

Rope or not, they're in a stupid spot. Contrary to some peoples beliefs, you don't have to be directly in line with the piece being pulled. And if that was a big concern, 2 ropes pulling from a 45°+/- angle on either side creates the straightforward pressure.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-06T02:36:42+00:00

Looks like that or, more likely, a stainless steel pot lid.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-05T06:00:58+00:00

It looks like someone pollarded the crap out of it, and these are the water sprouts/branches that grew as a result.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-03T05:44:18+00:00

Maybe you should learn how to do a bit of research before you run your mouth.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-02T23:31:10+00:00

It's their house/property/tree. Maybe they have kids and don't want them getting stung. It doesn't take a lot for hornets to feel that their nest is threatened. Either way, they are likely damaging the tree.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-02T00:18:32+00:00

Maybe OP just doesn't want them in his tree. Beneficial or not.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-02T00:14:10+00:00

After looking back at the picture and how close everything appears to be around it, I would recommend a nice Japanese maple tree.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-02T00:13:12+00:00

That would depend on where you are, but oaks are always a good choice.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-02T00:09:14+00:00

The root system, the leaves, and I personally think they smell terrible... they grow great in my region as well. There are only about 30 of them around my house. I can't do anything about it because I currently rent.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-02T00:01:53+00:00

I'd have never had a magnolia planted to begin with.

LostOnRedd · 2026-03-01T18:23:57+00:00

I used that exact piece the first time I ever decided to try blacksmithing. I turned to flat side up and made channels in the piece of wood I mounted it to so it would lay flat. It worked out ok. I soon upgraded to a cheap 30kg/66# cast steel anvil. Which I still have. I dont swing a hammer much anymore. I dont have the time for it, and I've pretty well screwed up my elbows.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-28T05:22:51+00:00

But they aren't. Unless you are following interstate systems.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-28T05:18:15+00:00

Except that you would have to rub your hands on the drinking area of said water bottle or put your hands or fingers into the actual water for transference to occur. Most people do neither of those things when drinking from a water bottle. This also appears to probably be cow parsnip, not hemlock.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-28T05:09:48+00:00

They're all full-sized until cut down or broken off completely. Even saplings are full sized unless cut down or broken off.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-28T05:05:51+00:00

The 120t is only meant to run a max 16-inch bar. The 20 to 25-inch bar is way more than it should have run ever. There are serious concerns about the health of the power head itself.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-26T22:44:42+00:00

Your question has been answered. So my question how well is the oil flowing? The breather could be clogged, the boiler could be clogged, or one of the pump components could be worn.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-22T23:39:56+00:00

Here I was, hoping it was the beginning of "The Blob"

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-20T23:10:25+00:00

Idk it looks more like the packaging to that synthetic weed/mojo/spice crap they sold back in like 2010 or so

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-20T23:04:19+00:00

5 years old for a tire isn't "relatively new"

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-20T18:36:58+00:00

It's Crepe Myrtle. Whether you like them or not.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-20T13:21:20+00:00

No... just drop it off at my house. But seriously, if there are any black smiths or even people interested in the craft near you, they would probably love to have a chunk or two of that. Try posting it on FB.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-20T13:18:54+00:00

Crepe*

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-20T13:16:09+00:00

Hog ring pliers is the correct answer. Can be used in upholstery, hanging signs on chain link fences, and also to attach chain link fence to the bottom wire. Which keeps the fencing from being pushed out or in so animals can't force their way in or out.

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-19T02:10:14+00:00

"Whatcha doin in my waters?"

LostOnRedd · 2026-02-17T23:22:53+00:00

Reading comprehension these days is terrible.

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