Visual appeal is a big factor including the actual grain pattern. Maple is a great hardwood with a pretty smooth surface (ideal for paint or stain). Red Oak has the deep grain and natural reddish color. I like knotty pine with a thick clear coat (pine may seep sap depending on the application). A huge factor is ensuring that it is very dry, probably less than 9% moisture so that it doesn't distort in a low humidity setting. I want to build a solar kiln but currently I only air-dry my lumber. I primarily only mill trees that I have on my property thankfully I have a very diverse forest from sassafras, elm, ash, sweet gum, various maples, oak, pine, and more!
I bought one of these. My only complaint is that I wish it had 1/8" lift increments rather than (or in addition to) 1/4" lift increments. My old Logosol M8 could do either 1/4" or 1/8" lift increments.
@@massmanuteMaybe the physically smaller 1/8 teeth on the lift wouldn't support the increased weight capacity of the F2+ or maybe a cost saving measure.
@ I always go off of what’s below the bar, doing it that way you will need to maintain the 1/8 offset under the cant. If you leave the 1/8 increment board under the cant then yes you will have to alternate the shims in and out. I just pull the board out and keep the shims the whole time, it’s allot less to keep up with
@@ipodamo The implement is a post hole digger (auger). I simply detached the driveshaft, gearbox, and auger(drill). I attached a short section of chain with a slip hook to the end to connect to the second chain that wraps around the log.
If I could ask, what did you pay for the used mill and saw? I have a Logosol and a 661, thinking of selling them. I know what I paid but was interested in the used market prices. Thanks for your information.
@@gregorymackinnon7537 I had been looking on Facebook marketplace for a while and most used F2 mills were listed close to new prices. I was able to find mine for just under $1,300. (No saw)
I just got mine set up and have milled the first 2 logs. After many Alaskan milled logs, this is much easier. Great video.
I bought an F2 the Spring and love it!
I really like the independent log lifters.
Super video
Thank you
I can't wait for your next video! I plan to order one of these very soon! :) I think they are a very handy tool!
Great video. Thanks for sharing 🇧🇻
Are there certain types of wood you use to build furniture? And do you treat your own wood?
Visual appeal is a big factor including the actual grain pattern. Maple is a great hardwood with a pretty smooth surface (ideal for paint or stain). Red Oak has the deep grain and natural reddish color. I like knotty pine with a thick clear coat (pine may seep sap depending on the application). A huge factor is ensuring that it is very dry, probably less than 9% moisture so that it doesn't distort in a low humidity setting. I want to build a solar kiln but currently I only air-dry my lumber. I primarily only mill trees that I have on my property thankfully I have a very diverse forest from sassafras, elm, ash, sweet gum, various maples, oak, pine, and more!
I bought one of these. My only complaint is that I wish it had 1/8" lift increments rather than (or in addition to) 1/4" lift increments. My old Logosol M8 could do either 1/4" or 1/8" lift increments.
@@massmanuteMaybe the physically smaller 1/8 teeth on the lift wouldn't support the increased weight capacity of the F2+ or maybe a cost saving measure.
@@davidnagel202 Good point about the weight, though I suspect it's a cost saving measure.
If I need a 1/8 increment I rip a couple strips on my table saw and slide them under the log to space it up
@@tylerivester876 Thanks. But then for each slice do you need to alternate adding and removing strips?
@ I always go off of what’s below the bar, doing it that way you will need to maintain the 1/8 offset under the cant. If you leave the 1/8 increment board under the cant then yes you will have to alternate the shims in and out. I just pull the board out and keep the shims the whole time, it’s allot less to keep up with
very nice video... I guess I'm getting one...
I love the design of your arched log hauler, is it bespoke or it can be bought?
@@ipodamo The implement is a post hole digger (auger). I simply detached the driveshaft, gearbox, and auger(drill). I attached a short section of chain with a slip hook to the end to connect to the second chain that wraps around the log.
@@davidnagel202 clever design, well done
great vid thanks for posting
Thanks
If I could ask, what did you pay for the used mill and saw? I have a Logosol and a 661, thinking of selling them. I know what I paid but was interested in the used market prices. Thanks for your information.
@@gregorymackinnon7537 I had been looking on Facebook marketplace for a while and most used F2 mills were listed close to new prices. I was able to find mine for just under $1,300. (No saw)
@@davidnagel202 wow, they run $3200CND new. We will see what happens here shortly. Thanks for getting back to me.