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Anyone here interested in a race chain “build-off”?

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    The Wood Wolverine

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    Ethan is organizing another race chain competition. It’s pretty much for bragging rights. Each entry last time added a few bucks to make it interesting, winner gets the spoils.

    2021 chain build-off

    If you need any more info just ask. It’s tentatively scheduled for March sometime.
     
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    Here’s where I’m at for my entry.
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    This is all for fun so I don’t mind sharing my pics. It does get secretive for those more intensely into the sport

    Here’s last years vid:
     
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    Probably just bevel the tops of the straps a little. Doubtful on the rivets. Maybe a tiny bit. Big powa doesn’t really care about all that, lol. Apparently the chain that won last year had no chassis work.
    Edit: my chains were I and G. Best finish was 3rd place.
     
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    The Wood Wolverine, Feb 8, 2021
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    I am still thinking about it. I do not know if I will do one this time. Although it was fun and I have more ideas to try out.
    I know your chains will right there.
     
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    I got $20 on Jason!
     
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    The Wood Wolverine

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    Don’t do it Brad! There are some serious pro’s that send chains. I’m just a firewood hack, that has fun with a file!
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    Ya’ll would laugh if you knew how much time I put into these build-offs.
     
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    okay, then $10 :rofl: :lol:
     
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    Smart choice :tree: course I would need to send one.
     
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    Yep Jason has it . There is some serious time that goes into the chains and this time it is 72 drive links if I am not mistaken. That is a lot of work.
    Although it is fun.

    If square file enters I will put my money on him.
     
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    Lol, I’d say you have to use safety chain but some of us know that’s not an issue. :rofl: :lol:
     
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    I'll just watch and dream about filing chains that can play at that level.
     
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    I would not bet against Cole either!!
     
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    I got some wood you guys can test the chains on.:rofl: :lol::whistle::thumbs::p:headbang::picard:

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    Which brings up this question...is there such a thing as semi chisel square grind or does that defeat the purpose?
     
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    Whole new chain class right there. .404 semi chisel square filed race chain on a cart motor saw. 105cc minimum displacement. Last chain still throwing chips wins. Line em up boys, I've got plenty of cable skidded hardwood to destroy your chains.
    EDIT: We can do a yard tree competition too, thickest bird feeder eyebolt cut through is the winner.
     
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    Does a guy wire bolt count? IMG_1058.JPG
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    Not something id wanna hit!
     
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    Looks like I need to find out how to file carbide chain! Lol.
     
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