Post #318881 by T_birdman on Mon, Jul 16, 2007 3:51 AM

Thanks guys. I put #1 off to the side because at the Oceanside chop @ 4wd's place I took a short piece to start #2. I had no real ideas for this one except a few features I liked from other folks work, but got it started anyway. Clysdale and several others (4wdtiki and Buzzy) have made it their mission to ride my butt and actually chop while at the chop (go figure!) so I did! Dave gave me some much needed tips on the use of chainsaws other than just slicing through logs, but I think I need more thought into where my cuts should be before I slice away. I wasn't too sure while cutting and the lil' guy didn't look right to me when I left. But back at home base I looked at him more and saw some potential even after I hacked it up! This lil' log is WAY wet inside, so he's lounging in the sun by the pool for a few days now also.

I also got a few tips on Mapp gas and tikis, I think this guy will find himself under the gun when done (if I don't like him it'll be WELL DONE!!). Thanks again for the encouragement, hope I can make it to Oasis!