Chainsaw Mill

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Centermass
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Chainsaw Mill

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Anyone have plans for building a simple chainsaw mill? Or is it worth the $100 to just go buy an aluminum frame one…

I free hand cut these, and plained them. I could have gotten another slab if I cut a little straighter
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CPJ 2.0
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Re: Chainsaw Mill

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Can’t speak to the jig, but can speak to the chain. A ripping chain is essential from the guys I know who have a chainsaw mill. Alternating teeth take a small cut on the right, then the left, then clear the chip. In a sense it gives you more horsepower without requiring a larger saw.
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I’ll have to get one then…
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The harbor freight one has worked for us great for many years. But as with all harbor freight stuff your mileage may vary.
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