I'm taking down three ash trees that are close to the house and I'd like to maximize my yield. I'm going to process a lot of it the way John K Jordan describes in his video (which is really great). But I'd like to get some larger blanks for larger bowls so I'll be leaving bark on, etc on these. Aside from armrsesl on the ends, what else can I do to preserve the larger pieces and prevent them from cracking (I understand ash is prone to this)? Any other things to consider? Any tips? Thanks all.