On Mon, 19 May 2003 02:38:16 -0700, Dr. Rev. Chuck, M.D. P.A. wrote:

Timothy wrote:

As far as #1 goes... I would put a 2 inch sheet rock screw into it.
Screw the split branch back together. This will not work on a small (1
inch) branch. If the branch is over 3 inches, I'd select a 2 1/2 X 1/4
lag bolt. The bolt length will vary with the thickness of the split
branch. In time the tree branch will grow over the bolt/screw.

This wouldn't blow up a chainsaw? Would a wooden peg (tapered for
friction fit) hold as effectively?

I've never used a tapered peg before. I guess it could work for a small
split. After it's bolted / screwed I doubt that anyone would ever chainsaw
that area. Besides, you should be able to see the bolt for a good while,
if not forever. Sometimes the tree doesn't heal over it. I've done 5 trees
in this manner now. It was shown to me by an arborist friend a few years
back. If the split / damage is exstensive, then lag bolting is not likely
the answer. It probably best to remove the damage.
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