Does anybody think this would be a good combination? I'm planning on mixing year old cut box elder with 2 year seasoned dead locust for this winter. I just think the locust needs a kick in the pants at the beginning of the burn.
mixing box elder with locust
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claydogg84
Minister of Fire
Should work well. I find Black Locust to be a bit slow going by itself, even over a hot bed of coals.
It seems like locust needs a lot of air too. I find it hard to get the combustor to ignite with locust only. The box elder will bring the temps up to light the combustor so the locust can cruise.
Hickorynut
Feeling the Heat
I have some 1 year white ash too. I think I'm going to blend that in with the locust as well. Should be a toasty winter.
Boxelder always seems to stay wet just under the bark for me. Even after 1 - 2 yrs. if you can keep it dry should work fine.
Woody Stover
Minister of Fire
Cherry seems to do the same for me, even though it's top-covered. Must soak in a little water when rain hits the ends. No big deal, though.
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