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Stihl Hsa 86 overheating

Hi everybody,

I hope someone can help, about 18 months agos i purchased the stihl long reach telescopic trimmer and was very impressed so bought the Hsa 86 last year as i already had 2 batteries and the charger, I was very impressed with this as well,

Started by paul watson in Machinery

26 Replies · Reply by paul watson Apr 12, 2020

Chinese made equipment

Hi everyone,

Personally I would not be buying anything made in China, Because of the covid 19 virus I believe there will be a kickback at chinese products and thus availability of parts. Never mind conspiracy theories, the chinese have covered up de

Started by paul watson

20 Replies · Reply by Tony @SM Apr 10, 2020

Fire Pits

Hi all,

Hope everyone is surviving and getting through this very unusal time, I've had to shelve all of my big projects due to supply issues in this current climate... I'm taking on some small local projects,I work on my own and dont need to interact

Started by Darren Franklin

3 Replies · Reply by David Benson Apr 8, 2020

Mulching Mowers

Thought about buying one last year but might buy one this year with the current situation, do any dedicated mulching mowers produce a stripe on the lawn because I dont like the tram line finish a four wheel mower leave.

I've ordered a mulching plug f

Started by Chris in Machinery

13 Replies · Reply by Chris Apr 5, 2020

Accountant recommendations please

Hi, I am new to LJN and have thoroughly enjoyed reading all the old fixed price versus hourly rate threads, as well as the limited company stuff.

I am inspired! and now seeking acountant recommendations to help me push my business up a level or two. I

Started by Jodi Dickinson in Accountancy

0 Replies · Reply by Gary RK @ Landscape Juice Network Apr 5, 2020

Waste disposal problems

Anyone else having problems finding somewhere to take their waste at the moment? The two council areas I work under have both stopped garden bin collection and closed the tips. Commercial tips are also closed round here. I've got nowhere to store rub

Started by Colin Anson

29 Replies · Reply by Graham Taylor Apr 4, 2020

T2 green backpack mixing ??

Hi anyone have an idea on how many millilitres of t2 green pro to 20 litres of water for a backpack sprayer

Started by neil garrett

1 Reply · Reply by Andrew Watts Apr 4, 2020

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The LJN Covid-19 ‘Working’ from home thread

We move into unknown & unprecedented times, many in our industry will find business and the ability to get out an earn money reduced or removed.

Along with a potential for social isolations and 'lock-downs', we are likely to be restricted to 'working

Started by Gary RK in Business

15 Replies · Reply by Craig McGinty Apr 2, 2020

Plant identifying App

Can anyone recommend an plant identifying app they use?

Thanks

Started by Jessica Bateman

1 Reply · Reply by Kevin Bradnick Apr 2, 2020

pH NPK Soil Test Kit Suggestions?

Hi All.

Not sure why or if my original attempt to post this hasn't showed up, but the basics of the OP was whether anyone can recommend a decent pH and N-P-K soil testing kit.

Looking to diversify a little into soil/lawn management & or weed control. T

Started by Frêshare (Gardening) in Business, Groundscare, and Turfcare

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Honda hrd 536 QXE vs Kubota W821r

Hi, I am new to this site. I am looking for any new reviews/comments on the above machines. I am going to buy 1 of the above (the honda hrh is over my budget). I really can't decide which one to go with, the only real differences I can see is, the

Started by graeme gourlay in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by Glen Stillman Apr 1, 2020

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Furloughing employees because of van sharing - is it justified?

Maybe this has been covered somewhere else but if it has I can't find it and can't seem to find anything online either other than guidance from a driving instructors organisation.

I was wondering if anyone had got clarification on staff sharing a van

Started by James McKay

8 Replies · Reply by dan Mar 31, 2020

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Difficulties in Fulfilling Contracts - Advice (Covid-19)

Useful guidance from Trading Standsrds :

At this challenging time it is likely that either your customers or you may need to cancel contracts you have entered into as a direct result of the coronavirus epidemic and the legal restrictions that have be

Started by Gary RK @ Landscape Juice Network in Business

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Sting in the tail - self employment income scheme (Covid-19)

It was interesting to see the couple of 'stings' in the Chancellors new scheme - a couple with immediate impact, the other pending

- For any one who is 'creative' or takes cash-in-hand and under declares on the SA001 form is effectively stuffed as i

Started by Gary RK in Business

16 Replies · Reply by mark thomas Mar 31, 2020

Ride on rental

Who is best in northwest for ride on rental short term eg 3months, 6months?

Have tried a few places but they after longer lease on them.

Regards Sean

Started by Sean Payne

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Tolerance, compassion, acceptance and understanding

The attributes we should apply to ALL responses to posts in this strange and uncertain times.....

Accept we all have differing views from following the written directives, or their intent or the moral approach as you see it.

Everyone is struggling t

Started by Gary RK @ Landscape Juice Network in Business

2 Replies · Reply by Chris & Heather McAlpine Mar 29, 2020

LTD company and Coronavirus

Hi all

I wonder if any of you are in the same boat as myself? I run a LTD company from home and in effect don't have a premises as such and don't pay business rates. I pay myself a small wage and then take out dividends. All I can see that I'm eligibl

Started by Adam Snow

9 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Mar 28, 2020

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Covid-19 business contingency

I generally have a positive outlook, but now clearly accept that what is happening elsewhere in the world and in particular Europe (Italy), will fundamentally affect the UK.

Some believe we are two-three weeks behind Italy, with France & Spain even l

Started by Gary RK in Business

74 Replies · Reply by Billybop Mar 28, 2020

Confusing messages (Covid-19)

i'm staying at home by going with the intention of lockdown annoucement as im panic struck that ii'll by accident infect someone somehow ( have a lot of oldies) seems to only way to be 100%.

https://twitter.com/piersmorgan/status/124328247860709376

Started by Premier Eastleigh Gardens & Lawn Care in Business

33 Replies · Reply by Chris Mar 28, 2020

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Lawn mower choice...another discussion

I’d be grateful for opinions on which mower to buy as a back up. I use a Hayter Harrier Pro 48 as well as customer provided ride ons, but don’t have a back up mower (which my wife can use to cut our home 600 squ mtr lawn). The local lawn mower works

Started by Glenstone

7 Replies · Reply by Nick Fellows Mar 28, 2020

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