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Trail cutting

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by Reloader, May 4, 2020.

  1. Reloader

    Reloader

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    Got a workout with the Dr. brush cutter. Cut some trails in the woodlot.
    A couple of thoughts on this machine.
    Being 6’4” I find the handles are too low.
    The machine is heavy to turn. For a field with long straight rows it would work great. With a lot of turns it is a workout for an old man. I would recommend getting one with brake assisted steering.
    The differential lock is a great help on the side hills.
    All in all it does a good job, and having the chipper and lawn mower attachments makes it versatile around the wood lot. [​IMG]
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  2. Ralphie Boy

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    Man, I could use a machine like that! I've got some trails on my place that would benefit from it.
     
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    I have always thought that these were cool. Isn't there another brand of this type of machine called "billygoat'?
     
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    Extend the handles on the DR. It is a workout, but we won't get that kind of green for a couple of months.
    Nice job. Got the heavy blade on ours to cut brush, seedlings, and vines to 3". It will throw chips at you running over a stump knocked me out cause I was stupid
    without head gear.
    All in all a handy machine.
     
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