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Etesia lawn mowers for sale

I just found this and thought it would be of interest to someone on herehttp://www.preloved.co.uk/fuseaction-adverts.showadvert/index-1032501330/630fba8a.html

Started by Laurel in Machinery

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What type of waterproof work boots do you use and are they any good?I have been wearing cat safety boots for years without problems but the last pair £70 were rubbish and fell apart in 6 months. I have a pair of Haix tibet arborist boots which are re

Started by Gary Orton in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Ross Stuart Mckinlay Jan 15, 2014

hand tools

hi all - just a quick question - i am wanting to buy a number of better quality hand tools to get started with - i already have quite a lot of tools (o.k for my own garden) but over the last couple of weeks, while i have been putting my start up plan

Started by clare birch in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by alan mcmillan Mar 25, 2010

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Checking status/ownership of equipment before purchasing

Hi, Do we have any LJN members that have purchased large items of second-hand landscaping equipment recently ? If so, what due diligence did you perform ? How did you go about it? Who did you use to check whether it's legit ? How did the Seller react

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Mar 25, 2010

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One of our local Stihl Dealers - benchmark prices ...

Our local Stihl dealer (Green Plant - Guildford/Woking) is advertising the following trade prices (+vat +p&p). Thought it might be useful to see how it compares - at least it provides a benchmark price..... Purchase a Stihl Blower , Backpack Blower,

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

6 Replies · Reply by chris nangle Mar 22, 2010

Older Hayter 56 Lawnmowers, what is so good about them?

I have seen on this sate several members stating the older Hayter 56 are good machines. As my experience of the older Hayter 48 has been far from good, I am curious to know what makes the 56 an attractive machine.Is it only down to the fitting of a h

Started by GORDON in Machinery

6 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Apr 24, 2010

Soil pH kits/meters

HiCan anyone recommend a reasonably priced, accurate and easy to use pH tester?Have used the throw away kits up 'til now but considering getting a meter for convenience.Ta

Started by Richard@www.seasons-garden.co.uk in Machinery

10 Replies · Reply by Melissa Morton Jun 23, 2012

Hayter 48 pro 2010 silver

Hi. Have been following the discussion on this http://www.landscapejuicenetwork.com/forum/topics/i-got-a-silver-machine?id=2074886%3ATopic%3A84637&page=4#commentsthread regarding the larger roller. Some interesting advice. I am sorely needing a relia

Started by Alasdair @ TheGardenService Ltd in Machinery

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Powered turf rollers

HiCan anyone recommend a decent powered lawn or turf roller? We've got a large area of freshly laid turf to roll and a powered/mechanical roller would be really useful.Any help would be gratefully received,thanksIan

Started by Ian McBain in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Mar 14, 2010

Ransomes Motor triple.

I am hoping to bring some nostalgia to the forum, and get some info in return! lol.What I am after is you comments on these old machines, mainly on are they still a competitive mower compared to the newer units?( Down time being less due to belt driv

Started by Kieran Ray in Machinery

11 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Mar 7, 2010

Number plate for sale "TIMBER" - comes with free Transit Van!

Hello everyone,I have decided to sell my beloved Tranny van, it's on eBay now and I thought that some of you would be interested as it has a private number plate which would suit any Tree Surgeon... It looks like TIMBER but it's actually T111DER you

Started by Michael Thompson in Machinery

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Allen National 64 For Sale

Hi all.

I'm selling this ride-on mower on ebay as i have no use for it at the moment. I thought it may be something someone here would be interested in. I hope its ok to post it up here.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3003995646

Started by Laurel in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Graeme @ BGS Feb 23, 2010

10% Discount offer from Henchman Ltd

Dear Landscape Juice Members

The deadline has been extended - Please take advantage of Henchman;s offer to you, set out below. Currently you can only order by phone, but click on the ad below to visit our website for product information.

Terms:

Started by Tom Kitching, Henchman Ltd in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Tom Kitching, Henchman Ltd Jun 22, 2010

New Patio Pointing Product

Hi Guys,

A while back I was on these boards asking for some information and feedback about patio pointing methods and tools you used for a universtity project.

During this project I invented a new and innovative patio pointing product following intensi

Started by Euan Fraser in Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by Jackson's Landscape Design Feb 12, 2010

Stihl MS 180 C Chainsaw problems

Can anyone offer any advise

The chainsaw starts fine immediately onto full revs. When the control lever is then flipped up to put it on to tick over the speed reduces some but the chain is being driven around at fair rate (should be stationary). Acc

Started by GORDON in Machinery

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Please help Henchman Ltd decide on the best advert for their 2010 sponsorship of LJN. It'll take just 1 minute!

Dear Readers

Henchman Ltd are delighted to take their interaction with LJN to the next level in 2010, and have agreed a year long sponsorship deal.

Please will you share your views of which of the following three ads will work best on the LJN home pa

Started by Tom Kitching, Henchman Ltd in Machinery

31 Replies · Reply by Phil Voice Feb 18, 2010

Is it a worthwhile investment? Snow plough

Assuming that we will encounter more extreme winters I think I will seriously look at snow ploughs. Whilst I would love to get one for the 4X4 I don't think it would have much use so am toying with getting a Quad bike with an adjustable front snow pl

Started by Graeme @ BGS in Machinery

52 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Nov 23, 2012

Mechanical Lawn Edgers

Are they worth the investment?I have never tried one or actually seen one being used. For me doing mostly the same domestic lawns on a weekly or fortnightly basis I don’t think they would provide a benefit over a bent shaft strimmer.However, would be

Started by GORDON in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by pete Jan 4, 2010

Alloy Tripod Step Ladders. Safety Video from the USA

For those of us who are aware of tripod ladders but not certain as to their true function or potential I have found this related safety video from the USA. The video covers use for fruit picking and is therefore not fully representative of using them

Started by GORDON in Machinery

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Lawnmower Horsepower Fraud

Are you getting the engine power that you thought you had purchased?Attached is some information concerning an American legal action against engine manufactures who are accused and in the case of Briggs & Stratton found guilty of misrepresenting the

Started by GORDON in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by GORDON Dec 29, 2009

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