Watching people that are inexperienced with equipment and making the implements and tractor work so well speaks highly of the quality and usability of the items.
Just got my grapple a few weeks ago. The tips about rolling out as you are pulling forward and even the keep pinching while you roll back are much appreciated. Can’t wait to get to use it more!
I’ve been using a scissor lift for quite a few years now for tree work you just got a watch for branches coming back and hitting the lift but I remedy that with a pole saw so I can keep my distance from the base of the tree when I’m trimming the tops. The cordless pole saws work really slick they are a lot less weight and you’re not getting all the fumes.
@@kdegraa I have an electric pole saw. The only issue I have is the fact it is not weighted enough at the base. Most of the weight on my mine is at the end where the chain is which makes it awkward to use.
Our pole saw is a cheapo unit from Aldi. I think it cost around $100. It’s battery powered so the weight of the battery counters the weight of the motor, bar & chain. It’s pretty good but I’m thinking of replacing it with a Ego pole saw. I already have the powerhead for the pole saw so it’s a matter of just buying the attachment which costs around $240 in Australia. A bit more expensive but I think it would be quite balanced as both the motor and the battery is at the operator end of the machine.
I have a stihl power head combi when I’m on the lift I use it w/o the extension pole and it balances really nice, otherwise I use the Milwaukee cordless system since that’s what my other tools are.
That's a pretty neat lift right there! I cannot confirm nor deny if I've ever had my wife, or someone else, lift me up in my tractor loader bucket :-) nice work Tim!
My opinion is the scissor lift was just right for what you accomplished today, and with the help of Mr. Chris on Johnny 5 and Mr. Brian assisting you with the cutting everything came together nicely!
Fun video to see the lift in action, and how it could be used in several ways. I like the battery Stihl saw. If my old Stihl quits, I’ll have to get the battery one. Good team effort, and fun to see someone learn and appreciate the features of a grapple. Blessings to all.
I have a brand new Stihl gas chain saw (18") which I inadvertently bought on eBay. It cost less than at the local dealer, but I was only looking, not planning to buy one yet. Somehow I ended up with one. Soon I'll get it going so I can cut down some trees. Most of the time I use one of my electric saws which are so much handier to use and weigh so much less. Unless Tim wants to buy it?
As an old tree climber I say way to dangerous and some very poor cuts, Glad you two are still here, Our Father in heaven was watching over you two. Love those grapples !
That is a great attachment! Don't think it would work out very good in a commercial application as it's too slow to reposition, but it sure has it's applications. (Painting, lights/electrical chores in the barn, etc.)
Great team work with great equipment, the Kubota with the scissor lift and JD with the grapple 👍🏻, the scissor lift is amazing it made cutting the tree much safer, remember the basket/skid you had at the other house 😳😬. Great editing also Christy, I like the mix of the Orange to Green 👍🏻
From the title and thumbnail I’d say no on the grounds that it wound be unstable with the tiny wheels but since it’s got legs and attached to the tractor I don’t think it would be that bad. A boom lift would be better since you can keep the machine away from the tree base and not risk damage or injury.
The tree company down the road from me has been using a scissor lift for years for pruning and taking down trees. They specialize in working in trailer parks and the lift works best because of the confined spaces as the lots are so small. In areas that are to tight for the lift they use an old arial ladder fire truck that can reach over quite a few trailers safely.
Wow my best guess is depending on where you live to hire a tree company to take it down probably at least 500 bucks if not more. Excellent work on the takedown guys, thanks
Shared and SAVED!!! As a Novice Tree Cutter, I can see potential safety problems. The biggest hazard is the inability to avoid a barber chair as there is no way to get away from the cutting area. The railing might provide some protection for the operator(s) inside the lift. Just my observations, Tim. Already visited the Manufacturer's Website! Great video and good heads up on this attachment!!! Thank You!!!!!!
This pretty well validates my previous comment that such a lift could be useful for the maintenance of rail trails by volunteers. There are often widow makers, branch encroachments, vines, etc. that could be safely removed by volunteers with the aid of such an attachment. For the various rail trails that I'm associated with we've got trained volunteers (e.g., Game of Logging or Arborist training), and in some cases DPW crews, who can handle the removal of hazard trees (felling and/or bucking). I think a scissor lift could work well as we don't have to go all the way around the trees. We're concerned with the hazards that are over or otherwise could fall on the trail. As an aside, some of the comments that trail users make when they come across volunteers would have you think that there are trail fairies that magically make the trails safe... The reality is there are dedicated volunteers who typically bring their own tools, equipment, and vehicles to perform the work. With COVID the trail use has exploded and the need for inspection and maintenance has exploded with it to keep everyone safe.
The scissor lift is a great idea. My only change to it would it being a lie to extend out 3 feet forward towards tree then you would have a great alternative to a boom. And thus people wouldn't have to park so close. Great video
It is amazing how heavy a tree can be😳 I just dropped a 28 inch diameter oak and the my 1025r with forks could only lift two 16 inch long logs at that diameter😁
This video shows that the double pedal system for forward/reverse is a little confusing for new tractor drivers. 3 or 4 times the driver pressed the wrong direction than they intended. TREADLE PEDAL FOR THE WINNN :D
@@TractorTimewithTim Understood. I just upped my capacity some- bought a 3046R. It was difficult to say goodbye to my 1025R, but I was just taking it to uncomfortable limits on multiple occasions. It's important to recognize the potential of your machine AND respect its limits as well. Sold my 1025R in 4 hrs!
@@TractorTimewithTim OK Tim, don't be so thin skinned, half the fun of watching your videos, is judging what we would have done differently. I will add worrying about a clean cut on a tree you're cutting down is silly, but it may be a good habit to get into.
We have it for a year...so we'll show more of it as we go along. It is powered by the tractor....hooked to the power beyond. I think we talked about this in our earlier episode when we introduced it. It is specifically made to work on a tractor (or a skid steer). Details here: skid-lift.com use code TTWT for a 2% discount.
@@TractorTimewithTim Thank you for the link. I had not seen a lift like this before and that was what perked my interest in the video. I retired 6 years ago after 34 years of working on aerial lifts and had considered building something like that years ago myself. Apparently someone else had the same idea.
I thought this was a great idea because At first I thought you just rented it for a few buck and moved it with rear forks but I went to the page you mentioned and saw the cheapest one was $10,000 I thought again
I’ve rented a cherry picker to take down a tree, but first time I’ve seen a scissor lift. Was it attached with the 3 point hitch or just strapped to it?
He doesn’t use a tiny thing like this. His smallest tractor was a 6 or 7 series. He kept it when it retired. The rest were 8 series. Anyway, the hydrostatic pedals are new to him, and he naturally assumes that the tractor can’t do much :-)
WOW, I don't think I have ever wanted an implement more than seeing that Lift.
Thank you for the awareness.
I'm looking at this as a good way to help with pruning back trees.
Watching people that are inexperienced with equipment and making the implements and tractor work so well speaks highly of the quality and usability of the items.
Just got my grapple a few weeks ago. The tips about rolling out as you are pulling forward and even the keep pinching while you roll back are much appreciated. Can’t wait to get to use it more!
I’ve been using a scissor lift for quite a few years now for tree work you just got a watch for branches coming back and hitting the lift but I remedy that with a pole saw so I can keep my distance from the base of the tree when I’m trimming the tops. The cordless pole saws work really slick they are a lot less weight and you’re not getting all the fumes.
Cutting tree branches with pole saws is generally easier and safer than with a standard chainsaw.
@@kdegraa I have an electric pole saw. The only issue I have is the fact it is not weighted enough at the base. Most of the weight on my mine is at the end where the chain is which makes it awkward to use.
Our pole saw is a cheapo unit from Aldi. I think it cost around $100. It’s battery powered so the weight of the battery counters the weight of the motor, bar & chain. It’s pretty good but I’m thinking of replacing it with a Ego pole saw. I already have the powerhead for the pole saw so it’s a matter of just buying the attachment which costs around $240 in Australia. A bit more expensive but I think it would be quite balanced as both the motor and the battery is at the operator end of the machine.
I have a stihl power head combi when I’m on the lift I use it w/o the extension pole and it balances really nice, otherwise I use the Milwaukee cordless system since that’s what my other tools are.
That's a pretty neat lift right there! I cannot confirm nor deny if I've ever had my wife, or someone else, lift me up in my tractor loader bucket :-) nice work Tim!
I'm liking the scissor lift. I have a need for something like that. Thanks for sharing.
Those things are really cool and would be super helpful when I am ready to hang the lights in my new shop.
My opinion is the scissor lift was just right for what you accomplished today, and with the help of Mr. Chris on Johnny 5 and Mr. Brian assisting you with the cutting everything came together nicely!
And we had lots of fun too!
Fun video to see the lift in action, and how it could be used in several ways. I like the battery Stihl saw. If my old Stihl quits, I’ll have to get the battery one. Good team effort, and fun to see someone learn and appreciate the features of a grapple. Blessings to all.
I have a brand new Stihl gas chain saw (18") which I inadvertently bought on eBay. It cost less than at the local dealer, but I was only looking, not planning to buy one yet. Somehow I ended up with one. Soon I'll get it going so I can cut down some trees. Most of the time I use one of my electric saws which are so much handier to use and weigh so much less. Unless Tim wants to buy it?
All work days should be that fun!
Now I “have to” add a platform lift to the list of attachments. Good job guys!
You did just fine. I have been a competition tree climber and arborist since 1982. Love the lift and would like to see more about it.
Great Job. Tree come down quickly & reasonably safe. Clean up was quick. Saved Grandma's Flowers too.
Great illustration of using the right tools to make a job easy
As an old tree climber I say way to dangerous and some very poor cuts, Glad you two are still here, Our Father in heaven was watching over you two. Love those grapples !
That is a great attachment! Don't think it would work out very good in a commercial application as it's too slow to reposition, but it sure has it's applications. (Painting, lights/electrical chores in the barn, etc.)
Got a third function on my new 1025R. Can't wait to get a grapple. I have tons of trees and pricker bushes to clear.
Very interesting use of the lift.
That's a good project and all the right equipment. Some humor and proved the tractor can do tasks
Great 1-2-3 limb cutting technique!
Nice job. I’ve been using my three point carryall on the front and loader for tree trimming
Great team work with great equipment, the Kubota with the scissor lift and JD with the grapple 👍🏻, the scissor lift is amazing it made cutting the tree much safer, remember the basket/skid you had at the other house 😳😬. Great editing also Christy, I like the mix of the Orange to Green 👍🏻
Absolutely Amazing, what a great and safe way to cut down a tree. Thank you for sharing. Luv you chain saw too. Simply Awesome!! thanks for sharing
This is one of the coolest tractor attachments ever.
Keep pinching is great advice for many of life's challenges.
I think another customer is in the market for a Green Machine ! Nice work of the three of you !
That was fun to watch! Good job Tim. Best wishes.
The scissor lift is amazing! I can think of 10 uses for that at my place today. Nice job. Great grapple lesson.
Been wanting to load my scissor lift onto my trailer and trim branches that way.
You four worked great together
From the title and thumbnail I’d say no on the grounds that it wound be unstable with the tiny wheels but since it’s got legs and attached to the tractor I don’t think it would be that bad. A boom lift would be better since you can keep the machine away from the tree base and not risk damage or injury.
Great video, I like watching your very much, good info.
Another job well done! I can see that lift being a very useful tool in many applications. Seemed very stable as well.
Yes. Very stable. Didn’t even think about the height while working.
The tree company down the road from me has been using a scissor lift for years for pruning and taking down trees. They specialize in working in trailer parks and the lift works best because of the confined spaces as the lots are so small. In areas that are to tight for the lift they use an old arial ladder fire truck that can reach over quite a few trailers safely.
Cool! I wasn’t sure how well it would work, but we were pleasantly surprised.
That lift was the ticket! But I always get excited to see the grapple the Deere and now that new battery Stihl saw. Very impressed!
I've taken down many trees with a boom lift. The scissor lift worked well. I should would like to have one of those for my farm.
Wow my best guess is depending on where you live to hire a tree company to take it down probably at least 500 bucks if not more. Excellent work on the takedown guys, thanks
Thanks Kap! Maybe a bit overkill on the equipment chosen for the job, but we had a great time, and didn't do much manual labor!
Definitely a very cool attachment. But I really like your presentation of its use.
Tim and friends this was fun and learned something too
God Bless All
PaK
Shared and SAVED!!! As a Novice Tree Cutter, I can see potential safety problems. The biggest hazard is the inability to avoid a barber chair as there is no way to get away from the cutting area. The railing might provide some protection for the operator(s) inside the lift. Just my observations, Tim. Already visited the Manufacturer's Website! Great video and good heads up on this attachment!!! Thank You!!!!!!
Great video thanks Larry
That lift worked just fine.
Where's the stump grinder attachment Tim? You need to complete the job! :-). Did you get your DQ?
This lift is awesome and seems like it could help make a lot of tasks at height safer.
This pretty well validates my previous comment that such a lift could be useful for the maintenance of rail trails by volunteers. There are often widow makers, branch encroachments, vines, etc. that could be safely removed by volunteers with the aid of such an attachment. For the various rail trails that I'm associated with we've got trained volunteers (e.g., Game of Logging or Arborist training), and in some cases DPW crews, who can handle the removal of hazard trees (felling and/or bucking). I think a scissor lift could work well as we don't have to go all the way around the trees. We're concerned with the hazards that are over or otherwise could fall on the trail.
As an aside, some of the comments that trail users make when they come across volunteers would have you think that there are trail fairies that magically make the trails safe... The reality is there are dedicated volunteers who typically bring their own tools, equipment, and vehicles to perform the work. With COVID the trail use has exploded and the need for inspection and maintenance has exploded with it to keep everyone safe.
The scissor lift is a great idea. My only change to it would it being a lie to extend out 3 feet forward towards tree then you would have a great alternative to a boom. And thus people wouldn't have to park so close. Great video
Great job. That lift is handy! You guys (and gal) are awesome!
The scissor lift is a neat and handy attachment!
that is funny ... a pto scissors lift!!! Did this activity with a JLG 65 foot boom lift ... rented
Nice video tim and kristie and great and clean work 👍👍
Great video thank you
Tree felling made easy, nice battery saw also
Another great video Tim & Christy!
Nice work! You are braver or more confident than I. I would be afraid of something coming down in the wrong spot and landing on the shiny new LX. :-o
I love the banter while working with old friends. Those men are hilarious 😂
"Woah, I can feel that chocolate shake now!"
Great job 👏🏻!!!!!!
always pay attention of the wind direction if any
Love that Kubota!!!
It’s a bit early but I can’t wait for the sweet corn planting video
It is amazing how heavy a tree can be😳
I just dropped a 28 inch diameter oak and the my 1025r with forks could only lift two 16 inch long logs at that diameter😁
Hey it got the job done I drather be in the tree then under it especially a dead one have a day love from TEXAS
This video shows that the double pedal system for forward/reverse is a little confusing for new tractor drivers. 3 or 4 times the driver pressed the wrong direction than they intended. TREADLE PEDAL FOR THE WINNN :D
You can have the treadle.
Old timers on new equipment is pretty entertaining.
Great idea
Good job.Set up and tear down was longer than the job. It just needs a set of rollers for a concrete floor. And it probably does.
I didn’t know they made a scissor lift for a back of a tractor
How much ballast way did you have?
I gotta get me one of those battery chainsaws. Gee, thanks Tim!
Can rent a pull behind boom lift for 250.00 a day. That lift is 11,000 just not practical for anyone who wouldn't use it everyday
How high do these lifts reach?
Electric saws are great, but they can hurt you just as bad as a gas one. Suggest a head protection & chaps.
How many batteries did that project take? Bless you for helping out a neighbor.
1/2 battery on the saw. I think one ‘bar’ on one battery on the blower.
What does that scissor lift weigh?
How high does the scissor lift go? That is a great tool
Platform to 15’. So working height to 21-22 ft.
@@TractorTimewithTim Not tall enough for my trees. Some are almost 60 ft. high but the big ones were already trimmed from 80 ft. down to 40 ft.
Very Nice!
Was that the deluxe model that can lean? Leaning in could help with getting closer to some of the limbs.
The 1530 cannot lean. The 2230 can. Unfortunately, these little tractors cannot lift that much.
@@TractorTimewithTim Understood. I just upped my capacity some- bought a 3046R. It was difficult to say goodbye to my 1025R, but I was just taking it to uncomfortable limits on multiple occasions. It's important to recognize the potential of your machine AND respect its limits as well. Sold my 1025R in 4 hrs!
All I can say wow, great video, people in the comments or watching don’t forget to do your part, like comment and subscribe. Keep up the great work
Thanks for the kind words!
Tim, cut slightly under the branch before cutting on top, it prevents tearing of the bit you want to keep.
ok, i seen you do it, i stand corrected.
@@TractorTimewithTim OK Tim, don't be so thin skinned, half the fun of watching your videos, is judging what we would have done differently. I will add worrying about a clean cut on a tree you're cutting down is silly, but it may be a good habit to get into.
@Stephen. Ok. I removed my reply. Thanks.
Any thoughts on if the 1025r could handle the skid-lift? Seems like if the 3-point could lift it, then the rest should fall into place.
Cannot lift. Sorry.
More detail on the scissor lift would have been nice. I take it is custom adapted for 3 point, is it tractor powered or battery?
We have it for a year...so we'll show more of it as we go along.
It is powered by the tractor....hooked to the power beyond. I think we talked about this in our earlier episode when we introduced it.
It is specifically made to work on a tractor (or a skid steer). Details here: skid-lift.com use code TTWT for a 2% discount.
@@TractorTimewithTim
Thank you for the link. I had not seen a lift like this before and that was what perked my interest in the video. I retired 6 years ago after 34 years of working on aerial lifts and had considered building something like that years ago myself. Apparently someone else had the same idea.
I thought this was a great idea because At first I thought you just rented it for a few buck and moved it with rear forks but I went to the page you mentioned and saw the cheapest one was $10,000 I thought again
Wow Tim you guys in the states have a lot of different attachments. I haven't seen that attachment here
What no wood chipper, project’s progress much easier with the right equipment 👍
A ‘match’ is much easier than a wood chipper :-)
Tim, can a 1026R handle one of those lifts? I could really use one of those.
The sissor lift did a great job but I think the battery Stihl stole the show.
Was the lift ran from a pto or hydralic?
Hydraulic (power beyond).
Probably the funniest ttwt episode! Besides the old PPE video with Katriel.
that saw sounds like my mothers carving knife.
How long does that battery last on the saw?
A long time. We used less than half a battery on this job.
What drone do y’all use it captures great video
It's about time you got the Kabota out
I’ve rented a cherry picker to take down a tree, but first time I’ve seen a scissor lift. Was it attached with the 3 point hitch or just strapped to it?
Attached...did you see me driving it off the trailer? Allows you to use a scissor lift in all terrain situations
Good one! I need a grapple. Was there a reason you used this one instead of the Artillion?
No reason other than I had never used this one before. Wanted to see how the wide opening mouth would work. It is working great!
Totally awesome scissor lift. I want one. My wife isn't gonna like me watching you.
I want a skid lift.
The retired farmer sure does seem like its his first day on a tractor.
He doesn’t use a tiny thing like this. His smallest tractor was a 6 or 7 series. He kept it when it retired. The rest were 8 series.
Anyway, the hydrostatic pedals are new to him, and he naturally assumes that the tractor can’t do much :-)
I see the green tractor does all the hard work!!! 😈😈😈😈 Mother said no to a scissor lift. 🤪🤪🤪
Any idea if you can get the R14s that your Kubota has on the 2 series?
Good morning TTWT.
Great Video love the grapple lesson, what is the model of the saw?
Stihl MSA200
Now you need a pto chipper Tim.
A ‘match’ is a lot easier to transport and use :-)
Very true!
Any information on the lift?
We discussed it. skid-lift.com use code ttwt for a 2% discount.
Completely Awesome! What amazes me is that huge nice Trailer carrying your Tractor. You could put a dozer on that thing!😅