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  1. davidlandon

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    After a $400 electric bill I decided to get serious about wood burning. In the last 3 weeks I've cut 2 cords of wood, built a woodshed, bought a 25 ton woodsplitter and upgraded to a 77% ZC fireplace. I have been bit by the bug haha. I'm obsessed with harvest firewood. Mostly oak, a little elm and walnut....or at least that's what I think the grayish brown wood is. I need to hone my tree id skills.
     

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  2. Grizzly Adam

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    Welcome aboard. I remember when I was a noob, wasn't that long ago!
     
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  3. davidlandon

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    I love seeing other peoples pics, hope I'm not overdoing it.
     

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  4. Grizzly Adam

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    Not at all, everyone here loves pics.
     
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    Welcome aboard, keep on hoarding. That oak will take some time to burn really well most likely so if you are building your stash for next year get the elm and walnut or other quicker drying wood. Then work on that oak for future years.
     
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    Okay most people I've talked to around me (northwest Arkansas) say 1 year is good enough for oak, but the longer the better.
     
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  8. Grizzly Adam

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    The thing is when it comes to firewood, most people repeat things other people made up.
     
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    Haha true
     
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    I see you have a honda. Which one?
     
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    Hello firewood brother
     
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    I'm sorry, but that was funny.:)
    Pics....it's what we live for....well, that and firewood.
    Welcome aboard to another Dave!
     
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    Welcome to the club, David!
    Keep the pics coming!

    Your oak will need about three years to dry to 18% moisture content . Trust us on this one:yes:
    You'll be pleasantly surprised when you burn the three year old oak. It burns hotter and more efficient and won't cause creosote build up.
     
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    Welcome davidlandon - You're gonna like it here, I guarantee it! Nice knowledgeable folks here and its appears you've been here all along---In addition to pics which you've so nicely done, we like dogs, beer and spending your money on new toys for you to further your addiction, er, I meant supplement your supply...so you got that going for you...

    Nice to meet you...:handshake:
     
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    Welcome to the club. You have been a busy guy for sure. I see everything listed but a moisture meter. That will tell you when that oak is ready for use.
     
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    Nice set up! You look like a "seasoned" veteran.!

    You look like a Stihl guy? Ate you cutten all that with the 290?
     
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    Welcome friend... looks like you're having fun!

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