Pole Saw Cradle

[jerseywild]

I needed to find a better way to transport my pole. The pole saw was sitting on top of the caged area of the bucket truck. The problem is the cage was designed to protect the truck in case a limb fell onto the truck. The other problem was the vibration from the truck going over the road would damage the hook on the cutting end of the saw. We made up two brackets and a small step to hold the saw. The forward bracket has a stub for the lock so it cannot be removed when locked.

 

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[jerseywild]

The white tube on the end of the saw is a piece of sewer and drain pipe which I sliced open so I could slide it over the cutting end of the saw. There is two pieces of foam inserted into the pipe to catch any oil. Not a problem in cold weather but when it’s hot the oil will drip out onto the truck. Any suggestions on a better cover will be appreciated.

 

[kbs2244]

I like simple and cheap.
A clean shop rag stuffed in every morning should be enough to keep any drips under control.

 

[tyrell2004]

Try some oil aborbing pads, like they use in marine and other applications instead of or in addition to the foam.

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200045674_200045674