Recent content by TBarD

I have had the Oregon 40V MAX system for a while and love it (chainsaw, pole saw, string trimmer, edger so far). Plus many Stihl tools, all of which are problematic. There is no alternative for the big chainsaws, but for the smaller tools cordless is way better. With two of the 40V batteries...

I have both a PJ 16'x16K gooseneck dump trailer, and a IB 14'x14K bumper pull dump. The GN is the way to go for heavy hauling. The bumper pull is more convenient for lighter loads like brush. I also have the B&W turnover hitch with 5th wheel adapter. One thing - with a non-dually truck...

No great reason to post the following, other than that it is a nice pic of the M59 on the road which I am sure some others will enjoy. Maybe useful as a reference point on hauling the M59. This was taken yesterday near Slumgullion pass, an 11,500' foot pass in SW Colorado, heading up for a...

A cloudy appearance could also indicate water contamination, however the symptoms you report sound more like air entrainment. You can test for water contamination by putting several drops on a hot plate; if water is present it will sizzle. Possible causes of air getting to the system are 1)...

Hmm... Didn't realize there was followup here, normally the forum sends me and email when there are new postings. The Sherline scale was developed just for the purpose of measuring trailer tongue weight. Very simple: a pin drives into the body of the scale, which contains hydraulic oil. A...