Nice, video. Was reluctant to start a 30 minute video, but stayed for the whole thing because of all the information you share and your engaging way of showing it.
I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle th-cam.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.
Hey Dave just wanted to say thank you for your videos on the logosol mill. You have given me good insight of what to look for. I just bought a used M8 going through it fixing it up before I start milling.
I've been doing a lot of chainsaw milling here on Denny Island on the BC Central Coast. We beachcomb all of our logs out on the shorelines around here and then either tow them home or take the mill to the log. I run an old blunderbus Stihl 090 @ 135cc, with a 42" bar with which I can max out my 36" Granberg mill. I do often get logs that are more than 36" but it gets pretty tough dealing with extra huge planks. Sometimes, when I get a really nice log, the live-edge planks can be worth more then $1000 each. As a chainsaw miller, and looking at the sheer volume of wood you're cutting, I expect you are breathing exhaust from time to time. I've been searching for some sort of face mask that takes ordinary air from 20' away and blows it into your face. So far, I haven't found a suitable product, so I guess I'll have to make one! I just love what you two are doing out there, clearly a very busy, lifestyle with plenty of good clean hard labour. And clearly, you're both having fun! As a kid, I lived in Wawa, Manitoulin and Sudbury, so I'm very familiar and nostalgic for the forest you're living in! I've got a bunch of TH-cams of some of my milling adventures -check Ingmar Lee. If you're ever out on the west coast, come stay with us here! www.spindriftpoint.com
Nice video. I used to sit in a booth and run a carriage, with the log moving into the saw for a company, and it had a hydraulic log turner. I think it would be fun to have one of those mills like yours.
I thought the kerf on a chain saw was 3/8" or bigger. That 1" board scale you wrote on the leg of the mill is known as a 4/4 scale. I believe you can buy versions of that scale for all of the common lumber thicknesses. 5/4, 6/4, 8/4", etc.
I'm using low-profile ripping chain with a 1/4" kerf. You're right though that typically chain for a saw this size would have a thicker kerf. And yes, typically rough-sawn lumber that is truly 1" would be referred to as a "four quarter" board. The scale takes into account board thickness + kerf width, so if you're buying one, you need to make sure it's designed for the same kerf you're working with.
Hi Dave. When you set up the mill did you set the chainsaw bar to be perfectly parallel to the log bed? Or does the bar need to be canted away or towards the log bed to make a straight cut? Thanks. I really enjoy your vids.
Parallel to the log bed, instructions that come with it show how to shim the saws connection to the mount/ slider to achieve that (I think mine was parallel out of the box without shimming if I recall correctly)
So I contacted Logosol about ordering a F2. Got my quote and I must ask, how did you justify the price? I can order a quality bandsaw for $1,000 less than the F2 WITHOUT the chainsaw included!
Thats a great mill except for one thing. You have to have a log that fits the mill. You need a couple people or a forklift device to get the log in position. That sucks.
@@robertclark2714 After I made the post given above I sold my M8 sawmill bought an F2+ sawmill. The F2+ cannot do 1/8 inch clicks. I am 99% sure that the F2 is also unable to do 1/8 inch clicks.
Great content with your videos. Especially with the "scale", thinking of the last cut with the first cut. What do you use for bar lubrication? You referred to it as "water cooling". Thanks again.
Ooof, surely you can still get a new clutch cover? In Canada the distributor provided that for me. I'm not sure where you are located? That would be a real pain if the Logosol distributor in your location wouldn't provide you with a clutch cover, but worse case you should be able to get one from a Stihl dealership. Sucks to have to buy something else to get it up and running, but better than not using it at all, and once you start producing lumber the cost of a new clutch cover will seem negligible.
Great video thank you. Question: I’m considering buying an f2 to mill wood on a steep mountainside. This would require me to dig out spots for the legs to be level. My question is does the f2 require exact leveling to produce square planks? I’m curious if it might twist if not leveled perfectly. Any opinion on this?
Sorry for the slow reply. The mill doesn't need to be totally level, but it does need to be supported in a single plane, otherwise it might twist a bit when a heavy log is loaded, but it is quite easy to do.
Check out our video where we take the mill by ATV and boat to an island site. We set up a simple ramp in front of the mill and roll the logs up using cant hooks
@@Lonewolve1988 That's a great saw for it. I think you'll find the 25" bar will adequate for anything you can fit up on the deck of the F2. If you get the F2+, then you might need a longer bar for some of the biggest logs. Have fun!
Your taper-compensation does not seem right. You are compencating quite a waze in on the log, compared to the top where you measured. Top vs loglifter is not the same, especially for longer logs! You are lifting the top a bit too much that way. Your first cut vs your third side cut reveals what I am talking about. The taper is way more visible on the third cut, because you liftet the top to much on your first cut. A simpler and more accurate method would be do measure AT the loglifters. You don't even need the tape-measurer. Just wind the log up until it flushes with the top of the built-in scale. Read the difference on the guides, and compensate with half the difference. :-) My method is assuming the logs are fairly straight. If the logs are curved, it wont work all that well. BTW, I own a 5m F2+. The longer, the more this will be visible. - Otherwize great video! 🙂
Great video, I've been considering getting this mill recently, your demo videos are the best I've seen, well done, detailed information without all the drama, thanks for posting this
@@filipandric8069 if you are logging trees with a chainsaw you should have a bit of insight on how to move and handle heavy object or you will not last very long :-). Seriously, with a few support logs and some leverage you can get things done...
I'm not necessarily in a position to help, and may not have much sway with Logosol, but I really like this product, and if I'm going to continue promoting it, I'd like to find out what's going on in your situation. Where are you located, and what distributor did you purchase through?
I've been wondering on one of these. I have a granburg mill and I'm not sure of the advantages to buying one of these. I feel like I'm way more mobile with the granburg. Just wondering because I like the thing, just don't know why it could be better. I also like my string on my winch. It's real rigid and not spongy. Spongy causes me the saw to have to back off to much. Just picking your brain.
The Alaskan style mill is great for making slabs ,,,,Not so good at making dimension lumber with no easy way to clamp down slabs ,,,, My F2 should be here in 6 weeks after a mild vender delay
Tim I totally agree, Granberg set up properly can cut very accurate boards as well as slabs,and way more portable. The Granberg does involve more physical work but no way in hell would anybody be able to lift up a long and large hardwood log onto a log deck as demonstrated here without mechanical assistance. Value for money the Granberg wins hands down and a fraction of the price of the f2. I suppose each system has their merits but in my humble opinion you cannot beat the satisfaction of creating boards with minimal expense and hard work.👍👍
As usual great video! Thank you for taking the time to educate and entertain all of us. I purchased the F2+ this winter and have enjoyed milling with it. Have been using the Alaskan mill for years and feel it ups my production quite a bit, definitely easier on the body once the log is on the deck. The logosol mills are great for there intended use, just have to keep them set up properly and they make great lumber! Band mills are great and far more productive, but there is just something about making lumber and beams with a chainsaw. Very rewarding for me! The quality of lumber you can make with a chainsaw surprises alot of people that have seen me cut. Looking forward to your next video. Thanks again, Matt.
Thank you for explaining the process. You and your family must be proud of your efforts, that is some great looking lumber. Will you show us what you have built in some upcoming videos?
New to your Channel been looking for far away to cut my hardwood logs into Lumber to build a house to be off grid is there a way you can send me information about that and can it be ran off of a generator actually all the information you can send to me about this I would really appreciate it include any price of what it cost for one of these it is hard for me to be on my knees all the time most of the Alaskan Sawmills I've seen people has been on their knees using them so any information you can let me know of I would really appreciate it thank you enjoy watching your video
So nice to watch a whole video without any music. Thank you for sharing 🇧🇻
Nice, video. Was reluctant to start a 30 minute video, but stayed for the whole thing because of all the information you share and your engaging way of showing it.
Finally someone that shows the actual lifting of the log :)
I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle th-cam.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.
Hey Dave just wanted to say thank you for your videos on the logosol mill. You have given me good insight of what to look for. I just bought a used M8 going through it fixing it up before I start milling.
Cool and informative little video. Especially love Hank the helper😍. He's so cute
I've been doing a lot of chainsaw milling here on Denny Island on the BC Central Coast. We beachcomb all of our logs out on the shorelines around here and then either tow them home or take the mill to the log. I run an old blunderbus Stihl 090 @ 135cc, with a 42" bar with which I can max out my 36" Granberg mill. I do often get logs that are more than 36" but it gets pretty tough dealing with extra huge planks. Sometimes, when I get a really nice log, the live-edge planks can be worth more then $1000 each. As a chainsaw miller, and looking at the sheer volume of wood you're cutting, I expect you are breathing exhaust from time to time. I've been searching for some sort of face mask that takes ordinary air from 20' away and blows it into your face. So far, I haven't found a suitable product, so I guess I'll have to make one! I just love what you two are doing out there, clearly a very busy, lifestyle with plenty of good clean hard labour. And clearly, you're both having fun! As a kid, I lived in Wawa, Manitoulin and Sudbury, so I'm very familiar and nostalgic for the forest you're living in! I've got a bunch of TH-cams of some of my milling adventures -check Ingmar Lee. If you're ever out on the west coast, come stay with us here! www.spindriftpoint.com
Awesome review of the F2. Makes it easier to see the benefits of this mill. Take care!
Nice video. I used to sit in a booth and run a carriage, with the log moving into the saw for a company, and it had a hydraulic log turner. I think it would be fun to have one of those mills like yours.
This is just the thing. Not crazy expensive either. Great video with detailed explanations.
Great video Dave I clicked to just check it out and ended up watching the whole thing!! Hanks help was priceless!
Thanks for uploading this video. I'll wait for your other video before making my decision on what to purchase.
Thanks a lot for all the explantations !
Your a great Instructor. Thanks ! 🙏🌲🇨🇦
This just great - I got my F2+ setup and first cut yesterday and these insights very helpful
Great video Thank you for the in depth presentation
You just sold me.
Way to go Hank.. What a smart dog
really enjoyed your video, well done
I love the videos. I was wandering if you could show how you make a level surface to dry the logs
Great video. I got a Logosol F2 as well but I got the electric saw. Have made a few videos if you are interested. Have an amazing weekend, Andreas 🇸🇪
Thank you. This is really helpful.
ever thought to start your cut on top of the bar and eject the sawdust opposite the power head? would require swapping ends with the winch.
Thnxs 4 sharing 🇺🇸
ow my back, living vicariously through home brew milling. how many cuts per chain?
How do you install the chainsaw bar nuts that come with the logosol. My 661 has a cover with nuts attached and idk how to remove them.
Good instructor
I thought the kerf on a chain saw was 3/8" or bigger. That 1" board scale you wrote on the leg of the mill is known as a 4/4 scale. I believe you can buy versions of that scale for all of the common lumber thicknesses. 5/4, 6/4, 8/4", etc.
I'm using low-profile ripping chain with a 1/4" kerf. You're right though that typically chain for a saw this size would have a thicker kerf. And yes, typically rough-sawn lumber that is truly 1" would be referred to as a "four quarter" board. The scale takes into account board thickness + kerf width, so if you're buying one, you need to make sure it's designed for the same kerf you're working with.
The water cooling option sounds interesting. Is this basically using water to cool the chain/bar?
where can i buy the setup you have in the video searched amazon dont have anything like you ! thanks great viodeo !!!
Looks great!
Seems like I’d need to get a bigger dog.
My dog just stays up at the house and says, "Hey, If you needed me then you should have called me"...should have never got him an I phone.
Good job
Where did you get you special screws for your blade
Hi Dave. When you set up the mill did you set the chainsaw bar to be perfectly parallel to the log bed? Or does the bar need to be canted away or towards the log bed to make a straight cut? Thanks. I really enjoy your vids.
Parallel to the log bed, instructions that come with it show how to shim the saws connection to the mount/ slider to achieve that (I think mine was parallel out of the box without shimming if I recall correctly)
So I contacted Logosol about ordering a F2. Got my quote and I must ask, how did you justify the price? I can order a quality bandsaw for $1,000 less than the F2 WITHOUT the chainsaw included!
What kind of saw do you use? And what model/size?
Is that chainsaw magnetic at the end of the bar? Or is it screwed in some how. I’m asking for a friend
Thats a great mill except for one thing. You have to have a log that fits the mill. You need a couple people or a forklift device to get the log in position. That sucks.
My logosol M8 sawmill can be set to do either 1/4 inch clicks or 1/8 inch clicks. Can the F2 sawmill do that?
yes
@@robertclark2714 After I made the post given above I sold my M8 sawmill bought an F2+ sawmill. The F2+ cannot do 1/8 inch clicks. I am 99% sure that the F2 is also unable to do 1/8 inch clicks.
Great content with your videos. Especially with the "scale", thinking of the last cut with the first cut. What do you use for bar lubrication? You referred to it as "water cooling". Thanks again.
Regular Stihl chain oil in the oiler, but the Logosol also comes with an extra bar cooling reservoir, which just uses water.
Sir im working in industrial n im slasing or cutting your lumber in 10 minute on big bansaw machine,,,,
how does the saw mount on with captive bar nuts?
Logosol provided me with a new clutch cover that didn't use captive bar nuts.
@@lureofthenorth I spent 3000 dollars on this mill and cant use it with any of my new stihl saws.
Ooof, surely you can still get a new clutch cover? In Canada the distributor provided that for me. I'm not sure where you are located? That would be a real pain if the Logosol distributor in your location wouldn't provide you with a clutch cover, but worse case you should be able to get one from a Stihl dealership. Sucks to have to buy something else to get it up and running, but better than not using it at all, and once you start producing lumber the cost of a new clutch cover will seem negligible.
beautiful to watch. thanks
Hank. Number 2 helper lol
Where is your safety equipment when using the chainsaw?
Where can I order that exact same chainsaw mill set you have ?
If you're in Canada:
www.logosol.ca/store/en/sawmills/chain-sawmills/
Otherwise, check www.logosol.com/ for your local distributor. Have fun!
@lureofthenorth thank you I'm in Alaska
Great video thank you. Question: I’m considering buying an f2 to mill wood on a steep mountainside. This would require me to dig out spots for the legs to be level. My question is does the f2 require exact leveling to produce square planks? I’m curious if it might twist if not leveled perfectly. Any opinion on this?
Sorry for the slow reply. The mill doesn't need to be totally level, but it does need to be supported in a single plane, otherwise it might twist a bit when a heavy log is loaded, but it is quite easy to do.
What saw is that
I love this concept, but I have no physical way to lift the logs up on to the table
Check out our video where we take the mill by ATV and boat to an island site. We set up a simple ramp in front of the mill and roll the logs up using cant hooks
I'm seriously considering getting one of these, I'll be using a Stihl 661 C-M 25" - 36" bar
@@Lonewolve1988 That's a great saw for it. I think you'll find the 25" bar will adequate for anything you can fit up on the deck of the F2. If you get the F2+, then you might need a longer bar for some of the biggest logs. Have fun!
What are we suppose to do if you are cutting a very big tree
You can put a longer bar on the saw. Or for much bigger logs Logosol also has an F2+ model mill.
Thanks a lot for reply
Where can buy in USA
I know the fine folks at Fox Forestry sell them:
www.foxforestry.com/product-category/portable-sawmills/
Is your web store still operating?
how much is that setup cost ?? id like to look into one
In Canada it's ~ $2800 (saw not included). You can check out the Logosol site for pricing info.
dog comes over to help
Podían ser las esplicacion en español
Can Stihl make a band saw attachment? This would make less waist on the cut depth.
there was a bandsaw attachment RIPSAW, i think out of business now, but could be wrong
Hi sir, i am Thomas from Congo i want also this machine, i am very Interested
I can hear the commercials fine but can barely hear you. Anybody else?
You can level a log alot faster if you use a water level.
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I reckon these could be easily made from 8020 aluminium 🤷♂️
En español por favor el vídeo
Looks nice. But the price is ridiculous
I think they are over priced myself. Bascilt glorified dimensional aluminum
Your taper-compensation does not seem right. You are compencating quite a waze in on the log, compared to the top where you measured. Top vs loglifter is not the same, especially for longer logs! You are lifting the top a bit too much that way. Your first cut vs your third side cut reveals what I am talking about. The taper is way more visible on the third cut, because you liftet the top to much on your first cut. A simpler and more accurate method would be do measure AT the loglifters. You don't even need the tape-measurer. Just wind the log up until it flushes with the top of the built-in scale. Read the difference on the guides, and compensate with half the difference. :-) My method is assuming the logs are fairly straight. If the logs are curved, it wont work all that well. BTW, I own a 5m F2+. The longer, the more this will be visible. - Otherwize great video! 🙂
Dude, you won the wife lottery.
Truth!
Great video, I've been considering getting this mill recently, your demo videos are the best I've seen, well done, detailed information without all the drama, thanks for posting this
I would like to ask why you why think six ten is a smart length for a mill? Absolutely stupid size
In America standard is eight five on what we call rough sawed. That standard was lost over time
Excellent review thank you very much 🇨🇦
Very informative and entertaining video, would you mind sayin make of mill and approximate price ….please. And I did subscribe. Lol. Thanks. Craig Pa
Good taper cut explanation
DOGGO!!! While I love my cats---all four of them---this is evidence of the utility of a dog. That's a good dog!!!
More treatos for the doggo!!
who needs a gym
hey man, great video. do you have a link for that auxiliary oiler you have.
Thanks for sharing. Lots of work but very rewarding to see the beautiful lumber.
Really Neat! Thanks for sharing
You do a tutorial very well! Good job. Take care you three! Love the dog help!
Very good and information. Thanks
How it works
Loved how the dog helped with the log!
But he wasn't wearing his proper PPE !!!!
What make and size of saw do you use? Thanks, really enjoy your videos!
I'm using a Stihl MS 661 here (~ 90cc) with a 20" bar.
Thanks
Ok, that system is stupid. Why on earth would anyone design portable sawmill that requiers you to lift logs upthere???
Ergonomics of being able to stand up while cutting? Where do you spend most time, loading the log or cutting boards?
@@ttkddry or risk the logs fall on you while you are in middle of nowhere
@@filipandric8069 if you are logging trees with a chainsaw you should have a bit of insight on how to move and handle heavy object or you will not last very long :-). Seriously, with a few support logs and some leverage you can get things done...
Expensive, for 1k more you could have a real decent motor driven mill
Did you have to readjust your rails?
You can level a log alot faster if you use a water level.
DO NOT BUY THIS MILL IF YOUR SAW HAS CAPTIVE BAR NUTS!
I'm not necessarily in a position to help, and may not have much sway with Logosol, but I really like this product, and if I'm going to continue promoting it, I'd like to find out what's going on in your situation. Where are you located, and what distributor did you purchase through?
I've been wondering on one of these. I have a granburg mill and I'm not sure of the advantages to buying one of these. I feel like I'm way more mobile with the granburg. Just wondering because I like the thing, just don't know why it could be better.
I also like my string on my winch. It's real rigid and not spongy. Spongy causes me the saw to have to back off to much.
Just picking your brain.
The Alaskan style mill is great for making slabs ,,,,Not so good at making dimension lumber with no easy way to clamp down slabs ,,,, My F2 should be here in 6 weeks after a mild vender delay
Tim I totally agree, Granberg set up properly can cut very accurate boards as well as slabs,and way more portable. The Granberg does involve more physical work but no way in hell would anybody be able to lift up a long and large hardwood log onto a log deck as demonstrated here without mechanical assistance. Value for money the Granberg wins hands down and a fraction of the price of the f2. I suppose each system has their merits but in my humble opinion you cannot beat the satisfaction of creating boards with minimal expense and hard work.👍👍
The dog helping made it that much better 👍
How many sharpens on a log this size?
As usual great video! Thank you for taking the time to educate and entertain all of us. I purchased the F2+ this winter and have enjoyed milling with it. Have been using the Alaskan mill for years and feel it ups my production quite a bit, definitely easier on the body once the log is on the deck. The logosol mills are great for there intended use, just have to keep them set up properly and they make great lumber! Band mills are great and far more productive, but there is just something about making lumber and beams with a chainsaw. Very rewarding for me! The quality of lumber you can make with a chainsaw surprises alot of people that have seen me cut. Looking forward to your next video. Thanks again, Matt.
Thank you for explaining the process. You and your family must be proud of your efforts, that is some great looking lumber. Will you show us what you have built in some upcoming videos?
New to your Channel been looking for far away to cut my hardwood logs into Lumber to build a house to be off grid is there a way you can send me information about that and can it be ran off of a generator actually all the information you can send to me about this I would really appreciate it include any price of what it cost for one of these it is hard for me to be on my knees all the time most of the Alaskan Sawmills I've seen people has been on their knees using them so any information you can let me know of I would really appreciate it thank you enjoy watching your video
We are on manitoulin. We have a homestead. Family of 8