How to use a Chainsaw Mill

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  • čas přidán 21. 06. 2016
  • This video is about setting up and using a chainsaw mill.
    Here is a link to the Panther Chainsaw Mill: www.pantherpros.com
    Here is a link to common chainsaw milling questions:
    granberg.com/content/frequentl...
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Komentáře • 204

  • @PhilLawrence-nz1oo
    @PhilLawrence-nz1oo Před měsícem +1

    Thank you for the table showing suggested engine size and bar/cut width.
    I’ve never seen that before and helps me understand the likely limits of my set up.
    All the best.

  • @Caerglyn
    @Caerglyn Před 3 lety +5

    Love your attention to detail and the step by step process. Excellent instructional video!!!

  • @xxarmy9048
    @xxarmy9048 Před rokem +4

    Hi, sir I Like your wood cutting style. I am Benjamin carpenter from India Assam

  • @beebob1279
    @beebob1279 Před 4 lety +7

    Fantastic tutorial on how to use the chainsaw mill. Looks like this model is rough on your hands, not just your back. I'm happy to see you actually cutting hardwood and not the soft pine so many of the demonstrators use. You also show how slow the real cut is without speeding up the video for the whole thing. Thanks for that too. I think I'll need more of a stand up system because of the strain on the back.
    Thanks again for a great tutorial

    • @ayayron2202
      @ayayron2202 Před 2 lety

      Look up izzy swan chainsaw mill. Heck of a system

  • @jacplacek
    @jacplacek Před 3 lety +3

    Great explanation and detailing of the steps. Appreciated. Thanks!

  • @danielbarnscher827
    @danielbarnscher827 Před 4 lety +18

    Chain Tension.....sorry for late reply. There is a certain amount of play in the bar at the bar nuts that needs to be corrected during the chain tensioning process.
    When tensioning the chain, always make sure to lift up the tip (front ) of the bar as you are tightening the bar nuts. This will ensure the chain is tensioned correctly for the downward or forward motion of the push through the log.

  • @billy19461
    @billy19461 Před 5 lety +2

    I have watched several of these videos and nearly all use the ladder all the time. After watching your video I can tell it would be much easier to get your saw started at the end.

  • @joeshow8815
    @joeshow8815 Před 2 lety +1

    At first when you were showing all the details about safety gear , fuel oil mix ratio etc I thought it was too much detail. But later I loved all the details e.g. I NEVER knew how EXACTLY was the chainsaw (its blade base and its tip ) fastened in the saw bracket, never knew how the thickness of the cut was set until I saw YOUR video. I have seen a bunch of videos and none of them showed it in AN UNDERSTANDABLE way. Thanks

  • @tcw3201
    @tcw3201 Před 4 lety +12

    This is going to be one of the best instructional videos on chainsaw milling I’ve seen! Thank you so much for putting it together.

  • @WHCreations
    @WHCreations Před 6 lety +5

    hey richard. That was a very useful video, thank you. I have just purchased my first saw and have a few trees which i would like milled into slabs. this was just what i needed.

  • @HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors

    Excellent video my friend, thanks for sharing, I will check out the panther Pro guys saw mill stuff. thanks again and have a blessed weekend.

  • @samradebe1458
    @samradebe1458 Před rokem +2

    Thanks Richard, I have learned a lot from this video especially safety precaution 💪💪💪

  • @joeburrell678
    @joeburrell678 Před 7 lety +6

    also if you lift one end of log and go at it at an angle , the weight of saw and the blade will pull it self into log and almost pull it self with out having to push and rock bar back & forth , I have milled a little , and agree rough on back that low every bit of info helps lol nice video

  • @bronco19711
    @bronco19711 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful Cherry Boards, so envious. Like your trick with the Wooden spacer blocks.
    Thanks for making a video.

  • @mcpaplus
    @mcpaplus Před 2 lety +1

    Very good video. I'm just in the dreaming stage, but still enjoy the thought of being able to use some of the trees on our acreage.

  • @johnsobj
    @johnsobj Před 7 lety +9

    Quick note: your stance to the side and bent over is going to be very hard on your lower back. (Take it from me, you don't want lower back issues). If you take a knee and get behind the mill, it will be easier on your back and not as tiring. It's much easier to push/lean on the top cross bar.
    This vid should help many get started making their own lumber. Very rewarding! Thx and keep it up.

    • @keithhill8735
      @keithhill8735 Před 7 lety +1

      johnsobj also it helps a tremendous amount if he can get the log up off tye ground a few feet. i put mine on cender blocks and it helps a lot. i have back issues and that takes a lot of stress off my back.

  • @buddyitzy9899
    @buddyitzy9899 Před 3 měsíci

    Great video. After 1st cut, 2nd cut you were kindof guessing on level till both beams were on the top flat. Need an extension on front side so 2nd cut is level at the beginning.
    When you attached ladder to log, I'd use 2 long screws separated widthwise so ladder doesn't lean/wobble with the weight of the chainsaw. May put spacers between wood&ladder, especially on saw side.
    Thx for the info. Alot of help in me making a decision on which mill to buy. I just want to cut beams for timberframe house or shop.

  • @7tosand
    @7tosand Před 4 lety

    I like the way you added so much detail for good instruction. My only suggestion would be less camera movement in the beginning.

  • @jonathanleclerc6324
    @jonathanleclerc6324 Před rokem +2

    The reason the chain has become loose after the first pass and the chain became "dull" is mainly because the the saw oil pump is probably not ajusted or maybe can't even oil enough the lenght of this chain properly. You must had an extra oil reserve at the end of the bar ideally, or your chain will overheat, making it strecht like this (specially with Oregon's steel, it will strecht more than Stihl or Husq). If you tight it after every pass, you'll eventually break it. Also, when overheating, the teeth loose their temper (might be a traduction error here), so they wont cut as much. All this because the chain wasn't oiled properly.

  • @pantherprosdotcom
    @pantherprosdotcom Před 6 lety +5

    Hi Richard, Kim from Pantherpros Great video, I read some of the comments and saw that you said you didn't receive instructions, I'm sorry about that, they should have been in there, please e-mail me and I will send some to you. I'd like to offer some suggestions on milling and perhaps should do some better video, then my basic ones.. First get the log to a comfortable working height, it will be a much better experience, second you have the mill backwards, turn it around so the push bar raised horizontal grey bar is at the back of the log, this helps put your body in a better position for milling, better for the long haul. also let your saw warm up and cool down when milling don't start it up then shut it right down as you finish the cut let it idle a minute. also the trick with water in an auxiliary water does work, I Use real pine-sol and water 5 parts H2O:1 part pine-sol. I hope this helps, the spacer idea is good as well but if you roll the mill to it's side u can use a tape measure to get your thickness of cuts as well.

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 6 lety +1

      Yes, if you could send the instructions I would love to remake the video. Maybe start from putting the mill together to using it to cut a log. I have much better video equipment now and I would make the video more concise and professional. I couldn't find your email on the website, so if you could email me at rcgoodman@me.com. Thanks for the tips and I'm looking forward to making a new video.

    • @leonardorojas1781
      @leonardorojas1781 Před 3 lety

      Dang! I knew there was something wrong with the operation of the sawmill! That was the most awkward position to operate it. You normally push the mill from the back, not from the side.
      Sorry to hear you are out of business now.

    • @jimmcreynolds8974
      @jimmcreynolds8974 Před rokem

      P pi I 9th it if u rikllllll

  • @louisschudmak4476
    @louisschudmak4476 Před 4 lety +1

    very informative, thanks for the tips

  • @timcole9305
    @timcole9305 Před 2 lety +1

    I didn't read all 150 comments but here's two that might be helpful: safety gear - I noticed you were wearing tennis shoes. Word of caution, consider wearing work boots, perhaps with steel toes. Also, with a bar as big as 36", don't forget to warm up the chain and then re-tighten it before you mill. A chain that long will stretch and get loose, especially if brand new. You don't want it to loosen while cutting. I use a Husky 2100CD with a 36" bar and chain stretch can be important to watch out for.

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 2 lety +1

      Good points! Totally agree with you. I am definitely investing in a good pair of work boots. Thanks for your advice.

  • @micstica
    @micstica Před 3 lety

    Ver usefull on how you set up the mill. The mill you are using is identical to my home welded mill.

  • @fantfox
    @fantfox Před 6 lety +1

    Hi, Great video, very informative! thanks!
    I have a fewvquestions, I plan on buying the panther mill. when milling a long log, does the ladder sag in the middle?
    also, coud you please post a link for the ripping chain you use?

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 6 lety +3

      The logs I milled up were 8' and 9' long and I didn't have any problems with the ladder flexing or sagging. I just ordered the ripping chain from Amazon. It was the WoodlandPRO ripping chain. I used a 36" bar and chain. Just make sure you get the right chain for your bar (number of drive links, gauge and pitch). Hope that helps and good luck!

    • @fantfox
      @fantfox Před 6 lety +2

      Thanks!! 😊

  • @oscararias9299
    @oscararias9299 Před 6 lety

    Richard, muchisimas gracias, abrazo.

  • @rellirTnoraa1
    @rellirTnoraa1 Před 6 lety +3

    Remember to lift your bar tip when you’re tensioning your chain👍 good video the spacer idea is great

  • @eugeniosuarez9555
    @eugeniosuarez9555 Před 5 lety

    Great explaining! thanks

  • @MsNailgun
    @MsNailgun Před 4 lety +2

    I just bought my chainsaw and mill. Thanks for the great tutorial and tips.

  • @user-nq2rg6hf4c
    @user-nq2rg6hf4c Před 2 lety +1

    Классная работа! Удачи Вам и здоровья всей вашей семье!

  • @gracielaalvez8106
    @gracielaalvez8106 Před 6 lety +1

    sos un genio. muy buen video.

  • @Richard_Goodman
    @Richard_Goodman  Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the tip!

  • @ajudestephencroos6515
    @ajudestephencroos6515 Před 2 lety

    Great job buddy 👏👏👏

  • @1narow486
    @1narow486 Před 6 lety +2

    what length is your mill?

  • @eduardofernandezacosta6622

    👏👏👏👏 EXCELENTE, saludos desde bs.as Argentina

  • @Richard_Goodman
    @Richard_Goodman  Před 4 lety +4

    Interesting. Thanks for the info.

  • @lanaeilseng1870
    @lanaeilseng1870 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks, that was great!

  • @siwasresminsel8052
    @siwasresminsel8052 Před rokem +1

    permission, bro, just asking for an explanation about what sthil ms 180 can be used on that machine and can it be replaced with a 20 inch bar or ??

  • @javiermendez4731
    @javiermendez4731 Před 2 lety

    Great...Thank you, your video was very helpful.

  • @JnOProductions
    @JnOProductions Před 2 lety

    Thanks for this, great tutorial

  • @justinlogue31
    @justinlogue31 Před 6 lety +2

    After milling your timber/slabs, how and how long do they need to dry/cure before you make something with them? Would hate to go through all this work and make a pretty table only to have it look like it belongs in a house of mirrors a couple months later.

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 6 lety +1

      The general rule, if you are going to sticker and air dry the lumber yourself, is about 1 year per inch of thickness. I left them in my garage and they only took about 6 months. I did use a moisture meter to check the moisture content from time to time. I would say if the moisture in the wood is about 8-10 percent you should be safe to start milling it up.

    • @thesheff79
      @thesheff79 Před 5 lety

      @@Richard_Goodman i have a 272xp , do you think it has the stones to run a mill? Its 5.2 hp if im not mistaken.

  • @alexismoroseld10s
    @alexismoroseld10s Před 9 měsíci +1

    Muchas Gracias, sencillamente genial

  • @ringokidd387
    @ringokidd387 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks Bro very nice boards

  • @kelvindawe5123
    @kelvindawe5123 Před 2 lety

    An excellent very helpful video thanks for the help iam just buying my first mill so thanks. 👏👏👏👏👍

  • @robertocallebaut8182
    @robertocallebaut8182 Před 5 lety

    I´m confused because you mention a Husqvarna 872xp and then I can see that you are working with a 372xp. which one r u talking about??? And I would like to know the length of the bar you use to replace the previous one??

  • @markheld5788
    @markheld5788 Před 4 lety

    Great vid the one thing they could improve on is that the chain is toward the edge of the frame so it does not drop off has more support.

    • @danryan2676
      @danryan2676 Před 3 lety

      or adding a center frame support... been there

  • @thatguy199212
    @thatguy199212 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle czcams.com/users/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and it did a great job. I used the lever for the built in sharpener to clear chip buildup out more than to actually sharpen the chain. It managed to cut some hardwood stumps much larger than it's size without bothering the neighbors with hours of 2 stroke noise.

  • @Tez73
    @Tez73 Před 2 lety

    Just brilliant thank you

  • @24revealer
    @24revealer Před 7 lety +7

    The push bar on the mill should be on the other side?

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 7 lety +2

      Yes, I just realized that recently. The mill does not come with any instructions when you get it from Panther Mills. Thank you though.

  • @georgeanderson3754
    @georgeanderson3754 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks, excellent presentation. Concise instructions that are meaningful. Not a lot of blather, hearing yourself talk. Some comments below are useful too.

  • @abengtebaran5346
    @abengtebaran5346 Před 2 lety

    You did extremely beautiful lovely job lman like your way how you made your planning and how' we need to run the tools thanks bud , absolutely I love you works.👍👍👍👍👍😎 Thanks for sharing man appreciate that.😳😳😳😳😳👍

  • @gburleigh6012
    @gburleigh6012 Před 6 lety +2

    what size or model is your chainsaw. I have a new husky 555, would that be enough power?

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 6 lety +2

      I have the 372XP. It has a cylinder displacement of 70cc. The 555 has 60cc. Any chainsaw over 50cc is considered Heavy Duty. So, your 555 should be able to get the job done. Cylinder displacement "refers to the volume of air that is displaced by an engine’s cylinders, which directly correlates with how much power is ultimately produced. Therefore an engine with a larger displacement will be more powerful." Also, the max. recommended bar length is 24" for your saw. Mine is 28", but I have been using a 36" bar in my mill with no problems.

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 6 lety +2

      Also, the more cc an engine has the faster it can cut.

  • @jobaverruz8078
    @jobaverruz8078 Před 2 lety

    Thanks Richard I appreciate it is helpful for me.

  • @alexcespedes3163
    @alexcespedes3163 Před 7 lety +1

    how build the structure.......please material.....

  • @ejsocci2630
    @ejsocci2630 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Awesome awesome thanks for sharing.

  • @paulwensem8010
    @paulwensem8010 Před 2 lety

    hi.
    well explain and presented.

  • @harchan448
    @harchan448 Před 2 lety +2

    RIGHTY TIGHTY!!!!!!!!

  • @martinoamello3017
    @martinoamello3017 Před 6 lety +10

    I suppose having a helper on the opposite side of the mill would be nice, however most of our 'friends' would find other things to be doing on milling day.
    Oh well.. I have a 22" birch log to deal with before it rots.

  • @mattschwartz915
    @mattschwartz915 Před 5 lety +3

    Nice video. I like that mill - simple and sturdy. It should last forever. Unfortunately, it looks like Panther went out of business.

  • @daviddrury3581
    @daviddrury3581 Před 2 lety

    what size bar are you using on the chain saw please

  • @dssh1970
    @dssh1970 Před 4 lety

    I think it was stated below, but you mounted the chainsaw wrong. The chainsaw head should be on the other side of the mill. That way the elevated bar becomes your push bar. Outside of that, great detailed video.

  • @kiketurcios4665
    @kiketurcios4665 Před 4 lety

    Good job amigo

  • @lakshmachary5877
    @lakshmachary5877 Před 6 lety +1

    super video

  • @weskerlion3260
    @weskerlion3260 Před 4 lety

    Parabens pelo video,..

  • @TheLouki68
    @TheLouki68 Před 3 lety

    Bravo je n'ai pas tout compris mais c'est un super système. j'aurais mis deux petites pattes perpendiculaires a la première barre pour être certain d être bien a plat (parallèle a la surface du bois) et sur la même hauteur que la deuxième barre qui n'est pas encore rentrer dans le bois en début de coupe. je rajouterai une barre de préhension pour que tu puisses travailler debout et qui te servirai d'appui sur le système entier .

  • @you_know_nothing3874
    @you_know_nothing3874 Před 4 lety

    Love it

  • @marcelocardosorabelo3623
    @marcelocardosorabelo3623 Před 4 lety +1

    Goog! You is exelent!!!!!

  • @howardmto6679
    @howardmto6679 Před rokem

    I love forests, hunting experience, English Russian cabins, shacks

  • @williammcdowell5524
    @williammcdowell5524 Před 2 lety

    i read through many of your comments and maybe this is a repeat but there are at least 2 types of chains available for a saw. one is called a "ripping " chain for milling. I heard you say in the video that your saw is throwing out "fine" sawdust so you need to sharpen it. Hence, I think you are running the wrong chain because a ripping chain actually throws out fine sawdust. look into that. And thanks for the video.

  • @domingogonzalezcastillo6931

    Gracias.aprendi mucho.

  • @contactocabanas7702
    @contactocabanas7702 Před 3 lety

    THANKS. Muchos pasos, todos Importantes. No obstante el corte de la chainsaw es lento ya que el marco limita el corte horizontal, por uno sinuoso, corte adelante la espada, después atrás. Creo qué hay ideas más simples para operar la motosierra.

  • @pankajnanda4549
    @pankajnanda4549 Před 4 lety

    Form odisha nice video

  • @HAMMERDOWNFRAMER
    @HAMMERDOWNFRAMER Před 7 lety +4

    I've done my share of slabs and just realized the secret. water. I attach a bottle with a hose that pours onto tip of bar and my chain is always clean and never hot. and it is the difference of night and day. cuts like a hot knife through butter.

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 7 lety

      Thanks for the tip. I will give that a try. I am hoping to get a bandsaw mill someday to make the milling go much faster.

  • @mahenderthakur1074
    @mahenderthakur1074 Před 6 lety

    super.work

  • @threestarfancywoodworks1902

    Good job

  • @Logjam5
    @Logjam5 Před 7 lety

    Wonder if a guy couldn't secure a small wench in front of the far side of the log, in which the cutter could keep the tension to the tip end of the bar while cutting. Good vid.

    • @JesseWright68
      @JesseWright68 Před 6 lety +9

      Logjam5 I tried this, but my wench is usually out shopping when I want to run the saw.

  • @kulaksikulak
    @kulaksikulak Před 2 lety

    Thank you 👍👍👍

  • @guriqbalramgarhiasingh268

    nice but I have a ? isn't it gets a problem in balancing in starting of the cut

    • @bowlweevil4161
      @bowlweevil4161 Před 4 lety +1

      weld a couple of square tubes between the long tubes to help get started streight good vid thanx

  • @kennethgoodrum4600
    @kennethgoodrum4600 Před rokem

    Hey you know safety is the first priority do you have boots on or tennis shoes

  • @RicardoRiveragonzalez-rk7rr
    @RicardoRiveragonzalez-rk7rr Před 6 měsíci

    Good Job

  • @dawdacolley3323
    @dawdacolley3323 Před 3 lety

    Where can i get it from

  • @valesaemz9514
    @valesaemz9514 Před 2 lety

    Bueno muy bueno gran idea

  • @allynbarnes702
    @allynbarnes702 Před 11 měsíci

    Great video, but...
    Theres NO mention of a level.
    If you dont level the ladder in the first place and it has even the slightest twist all slabs cut from that log after this will have the same twist.
    The milll itself needs at least one (probably two) more cross supports to sit flat on the top of the log after youve made the first start cut.
    Also, if you debark the tree / log you are about to cut your chain will stay sharper longer.

  • @kmg3178
    @kmg3178 Před 2 lety

    I like it,thank you

  • @PRIYABRATKUMARCONFIG
    @PRIYABRATKUMARCONFIG Před 3 lety

    Nice sir I like it

  • @reomarcilo4648
    @reomarcilo4648 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

    • @bis686
      @bis686 Před 3 lety

      আমি এইসব কিছু ক্রয় করতে চাই , এর জন্য আপনাকে কি করতে হবে।

  • @virgow2782
    @virgow2782 Před 2 lety

    Nice video I am from Indonesia like it

  • @rajendrasinghdeora3311

    How much prize of this mill??
    And how to install pls.

    • @Richard_Goodman
      @Richard_Goodman  Před 3 lety +1

      I paid about $150.00 a few years ago. Not sure the price today. Here is a link to the website. If you need information about assembly let me know. pantherpros.com/

  • @gacharamreang1494
    @gacharamreang1494 Před 6 lety

    Nice

  • @thepadahanga2085
    @thepadahanga2085 Před rokem

    What price this item

  • @abengtebaran5346
    @abengtebaran5346 Před měsícem

    Well ldid learned something from your work done ,for l heave done such a work yet l learnt lots from you.thanks honey ,what if you shares how to built achainshow mill from the beginning till finishes the rack show.

  • @gersonromano2612
    @gersonromano2612 Před 5 měsíci

    Valeu amigo,

  • @BRadWilson3
    @BRadWilson3 Před 7 lety

    What size is that square tube on there and what size is the rectangle tube? Thanks

  • @markbach8560
    @markbach8560 Před 7 lety +1

    nice job!

  • @scottnelson6706
    @scottnelson6706 Před 4 lety

    The mill needs some teeth like the saw has so you can use the tree to pivot against.

  • @markcanfield7151
    @markcanfield7151 Před 8 měsíci

    Your using a crescent wrench that is to large plus that's a knuckle buster and will round off your bolts other than that good vidio

  • @Kokoras1980
    @Kokoras1980 Před 3 lety

    hello my friend i am from florina western macedonia i liked your patent a lot but it is a bit tedious maybe you have to edit it a bit to make the chainsaw move more easily otherwise it was awesome.👍🇬🇷👌

  • @markcanfield7151
    @markcanfield7151 Před 8 měsíci

    And need to get a logger to show you how to put a edge on that chain

  • @peternoway5126
    @peternoway5126 Před 7 měsíci

    thank you

  • @coalbear1
    @coalbear1 Před 4 lety +4

    dang, sharpen that saw!

  • @dubansai690
    @dubansai690 Před 3 lety

    Wow, liked, super