"Dave" wrote in message
om...
I've been pondering a method for tree trimming rather high branches. I
wonder if an extension ladder and an electric chainsaw might be
combined so that I might remain safely on the ground at a nice safe
distance? The chainsaw only weighs 5lbs and I should be able to
fabricate a nice adjustable arm to hold it and allow only a certain
amount of travel. A switch at the end of an extension cord would keep
me well away from the tree and fall area. Comments? Thanks.

Geez - I don't even feel safe any more just moving my 26' ext ladder by
itself without a chainsaw at the top. Seems to me you won't be able to
control the saw fine enough that way - and even if you do you'll be right
under the branches as the fall. You won't be able to undercut the branch so
the saw will bind. I can't think of anything good about that idea.