My new sawmill build

[Piddler]

I'm getting ready to start my new sawmill build. I've been wearing out youtube and this forum, gathering plenty of info. I am copying most of Joshs (mazdathumps) build. Don't think he would mind. I am going with 18.75 wheels from surplus center and the h style taper lock bushings, they are (keyed.) I have read on here that keylsee are better . I was also debating on an idler tension pulley or centrifugal clutch . But the extreme duty clutches I've found are only rated up to 13hp and I plan on using an18 hp. was wondering about giving it a try anyway or would it be a waste. Has anyone on here tried this combo before.

[Kwill]

I like josh's build. Wish I would have seen it before I started my build. Good
Luck with the build. I will enjoy seeing the pics.

[Kbeitz]

E-bay has 18 hp centrifugal clutches for $100.00.
24 hp for $280.00
I can't see why a keyless hub would be better than one with a key.

[york]

Could somebody post a link for this Mazdathumps guy-i can not find him....thanks.

[Darrel]

Welcome to the forum Piddler. I'll stay tuned. I like a good build thread. 

[Crusarius]

i'm in for the ride.

[gww]

York
What you ask about is near the end of this thread.
http://forestryforum.com/board/index.php/topic,82695.900.html
piddler
I see you are in the right place and these guys will help.  Kbeitz has a good build thread with lots of great ideals.  I looked for his build thread but could not find a link.  Maby he will post it.
Good luck
gww

[Piddler]

Thanks everyone for the replies and help. I'm learning my way around on here. By the way I will be using 1-5/16 axle shaft out of the head drive for a continuous miner. I think they should hold up pretty well. I would say that I am not the first to use axles for this.

[Piddler]

I was referring to the shafts for my 18.75 blade wheels. (Just to clarify my previous post)

[Kbeitz]

York
What you ask about is near the end of this thread.
http://forestryforum.com/board/index.php/topic,82695.900.html
piddler
I see you are in the right place and these guys will help.  Kbeitz has a good build thread with lots of great ideals.  I looked for his build thread but could not find a link.  Maby he will post it.
Good luck
gww

http://forestryforum.com/board/index.php/topic,82853.0.html