I have cut lot timber over the last 25 years lot in very steep ground here in southeast ky using 365 they are enough to get the job done I would actually use the 365 more then 395 I use the 395 more for bucking up and Vaniering timber but now iv move in to the 372 im using them for just about all time for the past 5 years I may try the 572 some time but my 365 will always be apart of the family ❤ great video l
Reliability and ease of starting is the most important criteria for a work saw. Like employees -honesty and dependability are the most important criteria. That is how I view any piece of equipment, much the same as I view employees or subordinates. The 555 looks like it is pulling its 28 inch bar pretty good.
If you ran your cable through the bottom pulley on your winch it would save a bunch of stress on your tractor and the 3 point. Hooked high like that you are adding a bunch of leverage and stress to the tractor. Just a thought
yup that works that way. I did use the lower one from time to time, the upper one kept the log higher and went over stuff better but as you see , a cost with the tractor wanting to buck and wheelie. When I pulled low the log hung on everything :(
You better clean yourself a path. I go through and cut up limbs and stack them up after I cut down a tree, somI can burn them, later. This also makes a clear path, so I do not trip and fall on some of the limbs - grape vines are some of the worst tripping hazards. Call it housekeeping if you like, but you have to do it, first.
It’s hard to beat these older JD tractors! My neighbor has 5-6 of these for the same era and he’s used them hard for decades on his farm. My 2000 5310 4x4 my dad bought new has been an excellent tractor too. I think I’m gonna get a Kubota in the spring though. It’s gonna be a compact 30-40 hp tractor though.
My grandfather farmed 2,500 acres of land with a 2N, 540 and a Jubilee with a JD B high row as a backup. I know because I worked there each summer. He grew corn, peanuts, cotton and tobacco in the 1950’s in South Georgia. I never used them to pull fallen trees but I pulled a many a tobacco sled and wagon full of corn with them.
A winch for the back of the 4x4 is nice. I did it and shortly after I did I had to use it on myself, because it’s either the rear one in that case or go through a 10’ deep river/creek.
Great firewood! Not as long burning but still productive heat and seasoning ability. The smooth young bark is good for starting the fire. And the market for cherry is down to nothing at the mill
I did not know what a uniforest was until i brought a Hudson sawmill and i started looking at them to see what they were for now i would like to have one yours is a beast i was looking at the 45
They seem to be pretty rugged. I would check for parts availability with all that's going on in that part of the world. Hud-Son as a company is EXCELLENT! They have backed their products extremely well. I can recommend the product and really like the "H" remote control version I have. Really a huge deal for me.
Maybe the 50H would work, but why not. That one is a larger 65H that has 12K pull ability. My tractor is approx. 75HP but its not just the HP it's the weight that matters as the PTO winch strains the three point & draft. I would go a little smaller for the 254 if I remember right on their size & weigh. But those would work really well in the woods is my guess.
Was thick with ASH and the bug is killing all of them. :( Forester from NRC wanted it clear cut. It was was just a pasture that grew back with ash, beech , and soft maple volunteers. Need to clear cut and plant back is the plan. Its over run with beech now as well as it just sat for 50 years. Leaving the Bass Wood & Hickory is about all from what's there now.
Yup, I found them to be a pretty much one stop loggers operation type store. And they have been around, a bunch of very knowledgeable types there who also have a personality easy to work with. Even if you don't have a reason to go, their story is a good "destination" as they have a collection on antique and vintage saws that is unique
@@afleetcommand i have heard that too, bit of a museum eh? Looking at a 55m if i cant find something used locally, so i may be down there before woodsmen field days now.... really like the looks of their winches, seems all the others cant compare for the price and features.
You have made a great video reminds me of when myself and my Dad logged. Oh what memories that brings back.Pricless!
Glad you enjoyed it
I have cut lot timber over the last 25 years lot in very steep ground here in southeast ky using 365 they are enough to get the job done I would actually use the 365 more then 395 I use the 395 more for bucking up and Vaniering timber but now iv move in to the 372 im using them for just about all time for the past 5 years I may try the 572 some time but my 365 will always be apart of the family ❤ great video l
That winch makes an impressive outfit
Reliability and ease of starting is the most important criteria for a work saw. Like employees -honesty and dependability are the most important criteria. That is how I view any piece of equipment, much the same as I view employees or subordinates. The 555 looks like it is pulling its 28 inch bar pretty good.
Nicely Done. Enjoyed the watch.
If you ran your cable through the bottom pulley on your winch it would save a bunch of stress on your tractor and the 3 point. Hooked high like that you are adding a bunch of leverage and stress to the tractor. Just a thought
yup that works that way. I did use the lower one from time to time, the upper one kept the log higher and went over stuff better but as you see , a cost with the tractor wanting to buck and wheelie. When I pulled low the log hung on everything :(
@@afleetcommand perhaps try one of those plastic nose cones I have heard they work great.
You better clean yourself a path. I go through and cut up limbs and stack them up after I cut down a tree, somI can burn them, later. This also makes a clear path, so I do not trip and fall on some of the limbs - grape vines are some of the worst tripping hazards. Call it housekeeping if you like, but you have to do it, first.
Boy that top link must of been screaming
It’s hard to beat these older JD tractors! My neighbor has 5-6 of these for the same era and he’s used them hard for decades on his farm. My 2000 5310 4x4 my dad bought new has been an excellent tractor too. I think I’m gonna get a Kubota in the spring though. It’s gonna be a compact 30-40 hp tractor though.
My grandfather farmed 2,500 acres of land with a 2N, 540 and a Jubilee with a JD B high row as a backup. I know because I worked there each summer. He grew corn, peanuts, cotton and tobacco in the 1950’s in South Georgia. I never used them to pull fallen trees but I pulled a many a tobacco sled and wagon full of corn with them.
Always wanted to mount a rear winch on one of my 310 backhoes. Outriggers and 4wheel drive. I'd take that thing anywhere.
A winch for the back of the 4x4 is nice. I did it and shortly after I did I had to use it on myself, because it’s either the rear one in that case or go through a 10’ deep river/creek.
Walt cherry is good firewood nothing like oak or hickory but still good.
Great firewood! Not as long burning but still productive heat and seasoning ability. The smooth young bark is good for starting the fire. And the market for cherry is down to nothing at the mill
The more you run the 565 the more I want one
You would prefer the 572 :)
@@afleetcommand I like the low top like you
I did not know what a uniforest was until i brought a Hudson sawmill and i started looking at them to see what they were for now i would like to have one yours is a beast i was looking at the 45
They seem to be pretty rugged. I would check for parts availability with all that's going on in that part of the world. Hud-Son as a company is EXCELLENT! They have backed their products extremely well. I can recommend the product and really like the "H" remote control version I have. Really a huge deal for me.
I wonder how that kind of winch would do on a 254 Massey Ferguson 4 wheel drive tractor?
Maybe the 50H would work, but why not. That one is a larger 65H that has 12K pull ability. My tractor is approx. 75HP but its not just the HP it's the weight that matters as the PTO winch strains the three point & draft. I would go a little smaller for the 254 if I remember right on their size & weigh. But those would work really well in the woods is my guess.
A good running saw!
that stand of timber just cries for nanagement.
Was thick with ASH and the bug is killing all of them. :( Forester from NRC wanted it clear cut. It was was just a pasture that grew back with ash, beech , and soft maple volunteers. Need to clear cut and plant back is the plan. Its over run with beech now as well as it just sat for 50 years. Leaving the Bass Wood & Hickory is about all from what's there now.
Hudson good company to work with? Nice theyre close
Yup, I found them to be a pretty much one stop loggers operation type store. And they have been around, a bunch of very knowledgeable types there who also have a personality easy to work with. Even if you don't have a reason to go, their story is a good "destination" as they have a collection on antique and vintage saws that is unique
@@afleetcommand i have heard that too, bit of a museum eh? Looking at a 55m if i cant find something used locally, so i may be down there before woodsmen field days now.... really like the looks of their winches, seems all the others cant compare for the price and features.