Safest way to cross-cutt split wood for chunks? - Page 6

HarrynVegas · 03-17-2014, 05:58 PM

I'm kinda sick at my stomach right now. There are no local wood sources like that here in the desert Southwest.

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by HarrynVegas

I'm kinda sick at my stomach right now. There are no local wood sources like that here in the desert Southwest.

Well I'm sure there are some good quality bagged woods in that area. I always just bought the cheap bagged wood.

c farmer · 03-17-2014, 09:32 PM

I did notice the wood I cut here on the farm lasts longer than what I buy. I thought it was just me maybe not having it seasoned enough. Maybe not.

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by c farmer

I did notice the wood I cut here on the farm lasts longer than what I buy. I thought it was just me maybe not having it seasoned enough. Maybe not.

Farmer (your name is Adam right?), how long do you let your wood dry/season before smoking? You use red oak if I recall.

I guess it lasts longer because the storebought stuff is kiln dried?

c farmer · 03-17-2014, 10:02 PM

Yup. I am Adam. Lol

I cut it last fall and a put some chunks beside my coal stove to help dry them. I keep them there for 1 month. As I use them I add more.

I have hickory, apple, maple, cherry and oak that I cut on the farm.

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 10:13 PM

Okay after messing around I figured out a way, that seems VERY safe to crosscut splits / small limbs:

My boyfriend had a couple $5 buckle ratchet strap thingies laying around and I just strapped one around the workbench top, saw and wood. This holds the wood in place well and keeps your hands free & safe. I stand on the left side of the saw (on the strapped down side) when cutting. I only use one hand in the entire operation and that's just pushign down on the handle.

Let me know how safe you think this is.

I know it is a lot more time consuming.. but I have all the time in the world, but only one left hand & set of fingers.

peeps · 03-17-2014, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by bbqgeekess

Okay after messing around I figured out a way, that seems VERY safe to crosscut splits / small limbs:

My boyfriend had a couple $5 buckle strap thingies laying around and I just strapped it around the workbench top, saw and wood. This holds the wood in place well and keeps your hands free & safe. I stand on the left side of the saw (on the strapped down side) when cutting. I only use one hand in the entire operation and that's just pushign down on the handle.

Let me know how safe you think this is.

I know it is a lot more time consuming.. but I have all the time in the world, but only one hand & set of fingers.

Only one hand?

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by peeps

Only one hand?

Edited it.. one *left* hand. Thanks :)

Btw, that's all you can say about my ingenious idea? lol.

peeps · 03-17-2014, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by bbqgeekess

Edited it.. one left hand. Thanks :)

Btw, that's all you can say about my ingenious idea? lol.

Well, I'm no woodcutter but the level of perceived greatness would depend on if you did it all one handed or 2, so I asked...

Since it was 2 handed, it seems like a pretty decent approach other than the time to loosen and tighten straps.

If it was one handed, I'd say it is a great approach to a problem!

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by peeps

Well, I'm no woodcutter but the level of perceived greatness would depend on if you did it all one handed or 2, so I asked...

Since it was 2 handed, it seems like a pretty decent approach other than the time to loosen and tighten straps.

If it was one handed, I'd say it is a great approach to a problem!

Giggle.. yeah I have two hands.. what I meant was I have all the time in the world, but only one left hand I can't stand to lose!

My right hand pushes down on the handle and my left hand is at the left side of my body, which is in turn on the left side of the blade when cutting to avoid any kickback of the piece that got cut off.

c farmer · 03-17-2014, 10:24 PM

That will work but I hold with my hand. The blade rotation holds the wood tight against the back of the saw. No danger.

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by c farmer

That will work but I hold with my hand. The blade rotation holds the wood tight against the back of the saw. No danger.

Tell that to this guy:

http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_bas...ury_Story.html

bbqgeekess · 03-17-2014, 10:38 PM

A small, yet significant, portion of the bulk pecan I picked up the day before last is limbs that are about 2-4 inches in diameter, encapsulated in bark.

Since these are encapsulated, I noticed when i did a crosscut that they are very wet still comported to the splits. I have cut a couple of the limbs now, in about 2-3 inch long segments, because I like larger chunks of wood.

However, should I be cutting them thinner so they have a chance to dry out? Like perhaps 1 inch thick? What do you suggest? Thanks!

fabmaster911 · 03-17-2014, 10:43 PM

I cut mt stuff around 4" to 5" and then I split them.

HarrynVegas · 03-17-2014, 10:49 PM

You are doing this perfectly. This is from an idiot who lost the tip of his left index finger to jointing a piece of wood that was too short. Power tools are great but stay safe. I still say the band saw is safer, but I like your hold down on the chop saw. Left hand on your butt, right hand on the saw handle and you will be fine. Oh, very important, wear eye protection. I've cut splits on my chop saw and they just exploded.

03-17-2014, 09:32 PM	#78
c farmer Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-13-13 Location: pa	I did notice the wood I cut here on the farm lasts longer than what I buy. I thought it was just me maybe not having it seasoned enough. Maybe not. __________________ Adam Gold mini wsm 1st gen mes, amazin dust and pellet smoker, and the uds. Double O' Seven == Rotisserie/Grill/Smoker Hybrid and offset.

03-17-2014, 10:02 PM	#80
c farmer Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-13-13 Location: pa	Yup. I am Adam. Lol I cut it last fall and a put some chunks beside my coal stove to help dry them. I keep them there for 1 month. As I use them I add more. I have hickory, apple, maple, cherry and oak that I cut on the farm. __________________ Adam Gold mini wsm 1st gen mes, amazin dust and pellet smoker, and the uds. Double O' Seven == Rotisserie/Grill/Smoker Hybrid and offset.

03-17-2014, 10:13 PM	#81
bbqgeekess Babbling Farker Join Date: 07-06-13 Location: Oklahoma	Okay after messing around I figured out a way, that seems VERY safe to crosscut splits / small limbs: My boyfriend had a couple $5 buckle ratchet strap thingies laying around and I just strapped one around the workbench top, saw and wood. This holds the wood in place well and keeps your hands free & safe. I stand on the left side of the saw (on the strapped down side) when cutting. I only use one hand in the entire operation and that's just pushign down on the handle. Let me know how safe you think this is. I know it is a lot more time consuming.. but I have all the time in the world, but only one left hand & set of fingers. __________________ 18.5" WSM and 22.5" OTG.

03-17-2014, 10:24 PM	#86
c farmer Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-13-13 Location: pa	That will work but I hold with my hand. The blade rotation holds the wood tight against the back of the saw. No danger. __________________ Adam Gold mini wsm 1st gen mes, amazin dust and pellet smoker, and the uds. Double O' Seven == Rotisserie/Grill/Smoker Hybrid and offset.

03-17-2014, 10:38 PM	#88
bbqgeekess Babbling Farker Join Date: 07-06-13 Location: Oklahoma	Question about Crosscutting Pecan Limbs A small, yet significant, portion of the bulk pecan I picked up the day before last is limbs that are about 2-4 inches in diameter, encapsulated in bark. Since these are encapsulated, I noticed when i did a crosscut that they are very wet still comported to the splits. I have cut a couple of the limbs now, in about 2-3 inch long segments, because I like larger chunks of wood. However, should I be cutting them thinner so they have a chance to dry out? Like perhaps 1 inch thick? What do you suggest? Thanks! __________________ 18.5" WSM and 22.5" OTG. Last edited by bbqgeekess; 03-17-2014 at 10:55 PM..

03-17-2014, 05:58 PM	#76
HarrynVegas Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 01-04-14 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada	I'm kinda sick at my stomach right now. There are no local wood sources like that here in the desert Southwest.

03-17-2014, 10:43 PM	#89
fabmaster911 Got Wood. Join Date: 10-03-13 Location: Clinton	I cut mt stuff around 4" to 5" and then I split them.

03-17-2014, 10:49 PM	#90
HarrynVegas Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 01-04-14 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada	You are doing this perfectly. This is from an idiot who lost the tip of his left index finger to jointing a piece of wood that was too short. Power tools are great but stay safe. I still say the band saw is safer, but I like your hold down on the chop saw. Left hand on your butt, right hand on the saw handle and you will be fine. Oh, very important, wear eye protection. I've cut splits on my chop saw and they just exploded.