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Started by Broncman, August 18, 2023, 08:01:14 PM

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Broncman

August 18, 2023, 08:01:14 PM
I have a load almost ready for my DH Kiln. Do I need a lot of weight or ratchet strap the bundle to keep it flat? Is pine bad to warp? First batch of white pine I have done.
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Frontier OS31 bandsaw mill
Dehumidifier Kiln with sanitize heat,
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kelLOGg

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August 19, 2023, 06:00:29 AM
Ratchet strap is all I have ever used and have dried lots of 1" thick pine with no issues.
Cook's MP-32, 20HP, 20' (modified w/ power feed, up/down, loader/turner)
DH kiln, CatClaw setter and sharpener, tandem trailer, log arch, tractor, thumb tacks

Ianab

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August 19, 2023, 06:58:55 AM
Pine is pretty forgiving to dry. Main issue is to get it dry fast enough to avoid mould and staining. Some weight on the stack won't hurt anything, bur airflow for fast drying probably more important
Weekend warrior, Peterson JP test pilot, Dolmar 7900 and Stihl MS310 saws and  the usual collection of power tools :)

Broncman

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August 19, 2023, 09:40:13 PM
It went straight from the mill to the kiln today. Got 2 more logs about 14 ft long and 28" in diameter to get milled this week. Bugs are already starting....
Frontier OS31 bandsaw mill
Dehumidifier Kiln with sanitize heat,
Honda Pioneer 1000-5
Stihl and Huskies...
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