Today we are going to take a look at how to fall and take down trees with rope and pulley systems. This will help you down the tree in the right direction so it is easy to cut up and get to processing.
Thanks for the vids Chris, I look forward to them everyday. Thanks for being real about how things actually work and not pretending that everytime u go out and cut it’s always perfect.
Morning Chris. That is premium firewood at the expense of a couple of saws. Remember, they are only machines and need work at times. Stay safe and keep cutting.👍
Good video. Like how your starting to make cutting easier with a wedge & maby a stihl 500 fi. I hope you guys get rid of that rope, glad no one was in the BITE of that rope. You couldn't run fast enough to give me free rope to firewood with. I use logging Haywire wire rope and a stout Snatch Block , I can trust ! Put a couple stout ears on side of your trailer 3.5 to 4 ' apart & you can hang 150' of wire rope real easy with a loop on One end and a Bell & a nub on the other, a logging choker. A wedge in that oak you were falling, might have kept that tree from settin down on your saw, & saved some wear and tear on saw. I like your videos, and look forward to watching more. I give you credit for showing this video, because I think you are trying to help other firewooders be good at it. Falling trees & heavy firewood don't care if you make a mistake.
First time on your channel, will go back and watch some of your other videos. I usually watch a lot of the tree channels, yours is the first firewood channel. Came here as I was looking at ways others use ropes to pull over trees. I have that same block you were using, mine makes that same screeching sound. My dad had a firewood business near Topeka, KS. I do mostly tree work in Colorado Mountains, not much Oak up here. Occasionally sell firewood, but not the main business. Great video.
That's a fine looking load of wood! Tough break for your saw, you know the old saying if it weren't for bad luck I'd have no luck at all. You and your brother get along very well.
I do the exact same thing Chris - I have all the wood in the world, the knowledge and wherewithal and discipline to do all of this, the land, the tools...the biggest problem is idk how to spread the word and build clientele to make money!
Don’t give up on your Huskies. You’re a chainsaw pro. As much as you cut, no matter what kind of saw it is, something is going to break sooner or later. As far as I know you cut more firewood than anyone on these videos. Keep up the good work and I’ll see you tomorrow. GNI
Chris still working my way through your portfolio and see you have just hit 10k subscribers! Congratulations and many thanks for all you do and the great entertainment. 🤗
Chris good stuff! Just did a few hours in the woods bucking some Red Oak. It’s in the 90’s and humid, heading to the pond to cool off! Cheers ❤️ the video’s!
Gotta give you a lot of credit the way you go back and cut those stumps at ground level. It may not seem like it, but that’s hard as hell to do as consistently as you do w/o gettin into the dirt.. Well done!
I know everyone's trying to tell you to buy a Stihl saw but I have 2 of them and I'm constantly having mechanical issues with them too. They start right up every time tho!
You really work hard. Even using a rope to pull a leaning tree, it is recommended to wedge the back cut. the rope may brake and or the knot can get loose.
Wow not one but two chainsaw.😩.. but those tree we’re nice size, you kill it the way you remove the stumps 🪵 Love it ❤️ thanks again for a great video 🇨🇦
The voiceover sections that explain the action or your thought process are great. Have you considered adding in your thought process on reading the tree? When you'd opt to bore cut to protect against barber chair split, what plan you might have to swing the tree by cut design, wedges or compensatory rope pull etc in order drop it where you want safely? Many of your viewers likely don't have the experience you guys have and could benefit from some views up the tree as you make your plan and explanation along the way. Just a thought for your consideration. Guilty of Treeson has an excellent video on the different type of face notches and when they should be used...for those interested.
I know you did some explanation on the lean and wind conditions you were correcting for with the rope and pulley system. That'll be helpful for some of your viewers
@@InTheWoodyard My comments come as a non-expert that has been learning about the options and techniques used by arborists to safely fell or rig trees down in suburban settings. TH-cam channels like August Hunicke's and Reg Coates have been my resource to learn how to safely drop problem trees in a cemetery full of headstones that I take care of... stay safe and keep cutting.
I have a Stihl and an Echo. I've cut hundreds of full cords with them. Like them both. I only bought the echo as a second saw because it was cheaper and I couldn't afford another Stihl at the time. So by default I found out that the Echo was a great saw. Best economical decision Ive been forced to make. In my opinion you can't go wrong with Husqvarna, Stihl or echo. Also I have a Stihl and echo dealership close by. That makes a big difference as well.
Stihls blow up too, just had an MS 440 blow up suddenly like that, Sprocket, ClutchCover, Brake Spring, Oiler Worm Drive and Oiler all needed replaced.
@@InTheWoodyard one of the first saws I ever owned, was a really old McCullough. I tried to sell it to the guy who taught me the most on how to cut trees. He said he didn't own a boat. Might upgrade to a 500i myself.
Sprockets wear out. I change mine every year and have extras on hand. After each day of cutting, I remove sprocket and clutch and clean out, grease needle bearing an inspect. I use a LOT of grease in the bar sprocket. Love my 372 and new 572.
Been running Stihl all my life. I am a big fan of M-Tronic saws. I am sure the 500i I know the fuel injection has been around in Stihl's cutoff saws but I'm hearing of a bug that still has to be worked out with them. I'd go with the 462 with a 25" bar 3/8" .050 Call West Coast Saws and put a Uni Air filter on it.
Get the 500i, you will not regret it. It rips through the hardwoods we have here in Western Australia and it would demolish oak and your American hardwoods. Same weight as the 572 but more power. With the 25" light bar it balances perfectly. I'm considering getting a second one and I've only had mine 4 months.
I lived in WA for a bit. I was cutting that Jarrah and its dense. Also some Indian rose wood. Both harder wood than Osage orange or oak here in North America.
Good morning Chris!!😀😀 The poor old huskys took a pretty good beating this week. It always seems like problems always come in threes. I think it would be cool if you bought a 500i. I'm a Stihl guy through and through. They seem like the real deal!!😀😀 Looks like Eric is the brother that likes to split by hand. Always seems if he's around and something needs splitting he's the man. Take care buddy!!😀😀 Logger Al
Yes they are great saws I ran one the other day and am going to do some cutting with it next week!! The camera will be on! He doesn't like to lift the big stuff! See you latter, are you going to the firewood frenzy in June at wolf ridge?
@@aldredske6197 Maybe, I am trying to get my dad and brother to go to and if my dad goes I will need to go get him. Also I am probably going to go the full day before to shot some videos at Dans place too.
@@InTheWoodyard no problem. I don't have a problem driving up my self. It would be great to be able to hang out for a while when we are there. It sounds like it's going to be a good time.
I think the bars from Stihl have sealed for life end rollers, Husqvarna and Oregon bars have to have the rollers lubricated. Not sure if that made a difference or not. Looks a lot of fun!
Don't give up on those Huskies. You put those things through a lot of work and seen very little failure. I use Stihl myself, but for just a few dollars, you are back in business with your saws. A 500i would be exciting to see how it would handle you workload though. Either way, someone should sponsor you.
If you back up over a stump and the stump is under the rear of the trailer bumper, it can't dump because it's wedged against the stump. It would have nothing to do with how much weight is on the front. FYI for next time, clear a path. Sorry about all your saws going to the ER. (emergency repair). I'm glad you finally used the wedge for it's other common purpose, keeping the top of the log from closing on the bar! I love your down home style without a lot of "yapping" like someone else on You Tube. That drives me nuts!
Looks like you need to try out a Stihl brother!!! My I suggest a ms261 or ms462 both awesome saws and the ms 261 is affordable. On 2nd thought go with the 500i go big or go home
What do you do with your wood that is to small? Your branches? I know there are some land owners that do not want anything left behind. Do you run into that a lot? I just got back to the house from cutting 1 full cord of ponderosa. Boy, no wind and 84 degrees here today.😓
Because you’re a Husky guy, I’d like to see your opinion on the 500i. They seem to cost a fortune though. Even if you could borrow one for a day I’d be interested in your thoughts.
Greasing the tip of the bar helps make it last longer. I grease all my bars every time we fill up with gas and bar oil. The bars with the sprocket is what I run and yes I grease the tip. Have a great day be safe.
The old tractor fund took a big hit in the past couple of days, two saws !! What did you do about the brakes on the trailer ?? I remember you had a rattle but must have missed the solution.
That’s the most expensive free wood I’ve seen in a while. I’m not really brand loyal when it comes to saws as long as they’re pro models. I would be very interested in your review on a 500i.
I can agree.. I was removed firewood rounds for a friend and on the way home my 95 f150 was totaled from a guy doing an illegal uturn.. It even flipped my trailer too.. 500 in towing fees that night and a month later insurance replaced the truck..
I know your in the firewood business but have you ever considered selling that Oak to a mill, they look like they are straight and most looked solid. I wouldn't know the first thing about selling logs and Ive never heard of or seen a mill around my area but with the price of wood it could be a chunk of change.
That sucks! Im an Echo fan, just picked up a 620P for right around 600 bucks new. My climbing saws are all Echo and zero issues with them in 2-3 years. I have 1 Husquvarna 350 (older saw) but next to no hours on it and I lost the muffler bolts at one point too.
So Sorry Irene! Your misfortune saddened me! Lol love my 362c pro! Lot cheaper than the 500i, check out today’s video using it! Take care buddy! The beaver Karma is upon you! Lol🚜🪵🇱🇷👍🏼
Have you figured out what you might get for processor yet we all love to watch the bell processors run the Jaba They only go up to like 16 or 17 inches you’ll still have to work your eastern made
Chris, you can’t blame a Husky when you drop a tree on one and cook an Oregon bar on another. When you take a big dump on the third one, you gonna blame the Husky too?
I guess in a bind you could always swap out a bar from another saw, especially if you are using the same type of saws. Not sure if a bar from the 500i would fit on husky unless you had an adapter.
Chris, I really like how deep your wedge cut is. I see some people that cut very small and shallow wedges and I wonder how they even plan for it to create the hinge. Like one of your other commenters wrote, your saw just like your tractor has to be your decision. I really like my blue tractor and my Stihl saw. But, I would never try to push my likes on someone else. Great videos. Thanks for keeping it real.
Tough breaks on the saws. Was it the drive sprocket or bar sprocket that broke? If you have to replace saws, do us all a favour and get a 500i and a 572xp and do a review video. 😁 Cheers. 🇨🇦
Man the staring of your bad luck was that dump trailer what last week or so, now your down 2 saws. And at the end there backing up looks like you have a back left light out on that trailer. And yes big dumps are very healthy 💩 🥸
Sorry about your saw. But, you can definitely brag about the use you get from your equipment. From your Saw's to your trailer. You get your money's worth. And so do I from watching your channel. Take care my friend 👍🇺🇸
Dang that sucks about your 576 XP, maybe it’s time to get a couple more chainsaws 😂 I think your 572 can still be fixed but if the 576 can’t be fixed maybe it would be a good idea to just let it retire and get a Stihl to replace it. You really can’t go wrong with either the Stihl 462 or the 500i! Having a Stihl chainsaw or 2 would help create some more exciting content for the channel even though there is already a lot of it 😂 Good luck with whatever you decide and GNI!
Hey Chris, check out morgans channel about the grapple, Gathering logs with the Kubota MX5400 and Land pride Grapple, Check out his Kubota MX5400. I think he worked out a deal with Kubota, you should ask your Kubota dealer.
💥 Stihl never crossed my mind. Give Echo a chance. The CS-590 is a great saw. Check Facebook marketplace. I see them brand new sometimes for $300. You’ll be impressed. *Keep on tractoring!* 😁👍
So at the tail end of the Back 40 live stream there were some concerns being discussed about behavior at the frenzy, especially around Amanda and little boss man. The truth is, none of us really know one another up close and personal, Especially when it comes to handling alcohol. Dan and Amanda are showing a lotta hospitality here and sometimes you put booze in the wrong person it can get ugly quick. Between you and your brothers and Schieb, you guys need to seriously have Dan and Amanda's back on this every step of the way. If someone needs to leave because they're showing their ass, you guys can't just let Dan go it alone. Put the problem to bed and continue having a good time by the fire, little boss man doesn't need to see any of it, none of them do. It seems almost silly for me to say all this but I've seen it time and again throughout my life, especially with people you don't really know. Great job as always, did you break the saw permanently or is there a fix? Goodnight Irene
Yes! I agree absolutely! We are all on stage so to speak and we all need to be the good guys! My camera will be on most of the time! One of the saws is fixed already for old saws parts and the other one is at the saws hospital now.
@@InTheWoodyard man, think of how much money those saws have put in your pocket. Yeah was wondering if I came off a little preachy about that but I'd sure for them to be caused any trouble especially with Amanda and little boss man. See ya tomorrow.
I use 1/4 inch wire with pullies. Worked real good till I forgot to untie the damn wire from the tree while I was cutting into it. Long story short off to buy a new wire. Argh! How is your dad doing?
@@InTheWoodyard good deal, i just started watching your channel and I've got a lot of respect for the effort that you put into your business. I've been watching a lot of videos regarding the steel Ms 500i but I really couldn't justify that kind of money for the I'm out of wood that I cut every year on my woodlot. Besides, I'm getting to old for that kind of work but I still love getting out and cutting three to four chords for myself. If you decide to try out the Stihl chainsaw that'd be really good video for all your viewers to watch! Good luck !
at 20 min, the obvious answer to 'why I like to start at the butt end' would be..... that's where I was cutting, my chainsaw is in hand, and I'm already there :)
Man the saws are having a hell of a week i hate when that happens you said the 500 i great saw my buddy has one i used it while we were cuting its fast lite i still love my ported 372 xp more and i didnt pay 1600 for it just saying .
Me and my daughter who is 6 months old watch your channel. The saws help lull her to sleep
HA! That is funny, my boys needed the vacuum running in their rooms!
@@InTheWoodyard I know you are a husky guy. Check out the echo 7310. I've got one and I love it. Just a suggestion. Love the content keep it coming.
Chris, you are a tree cutting, stump chunkin, log bucking, wood stacking machine! Great video and love the inspiration. Be safe and God bless!
Thanks, you too!
Thanks for the vids Chris, I look forward to them everyday. Thanks for being real about how things actually work and not pretending that everytime u go out and cut it’s always perfect.
Glad you like them! I never claimed to be perfect!
Morning Chris. That is premium firewood at the expense of a couple of saws. Remember, they are only machines and need work at times. Stay safe and keep cutting.👍
Very true! Not expensive repairs but necessary!
Good video. Like how your starting to make cutting easier with a wedge & maby a stihl 500 fi. I hope you guys get rid of that rope, glad no one was in the BITE of that rope. You couldn't run fast enough to give me free rope to firewood with. I use logging Haywire wire rope and a stout Snatch Block , I can trust ! Put a couple stout ears on side of your trailer 3.5 to 4 ' apart & you can hang 150' of wire rope real easy with a loop on One end and a Bell & a nub on the other, a logging choker. A wedge in that oak you were falling, might have kept that tree from settin down on your saw, & saved some wear and tear on saw. I like your videos, and look forward to watching more. I give you credit for showing this video, because I think you are trying to help other firewooders be good at it. Falling trees & heavy firewood don't care if you make a mistake.
Thanks for watching Dan!
Good morning! Nice work, sorry about the saw. Loved the pully system. Great way to start the weekend morning with one of your videos.
Yes, one is fixed and the other is waiting for parts to come. Thanks Richard!
First time on your channel, will go back and watch some of your other videos. I usually watch a lot of the tree channels, yours is the first firewood channel. Came here as I was looking at ways others use ropes to pull over trees. I have that same block you were using, mine makes that same screeching sound. My dad had a firewood business near Topeka, KS. I do mostly tree work in Colorado Mountains, not much Oak up here. Occasionally sell firewood, but not the main business. Great video.
Thanks for watching Dennis.
That's a fine looking load of wood! Tough break for your saw, you know the old saying if it weren't for bad luck I'd have no luck at all. You and your brother get along very well.
Yup, sometimes stuff happens! Yes we work good together.
Kudos for taking those stumps down close to the ground.
That is a chunk of good wood and it makes it safer for trucks and atvs!
It's all how you want to cut your firewood doing a great job Chris.
Thanks John!
I do the exact same thing Chris - I have all the wood in the world, the knowledge and wherewithal and discipline to do all of this, the land, the tools...the biggest problem is idk how to spread the word and build clientele to make money!
Just cut as much as you can and put up a sign and put an add on craigslist or facebook marketplace
Don’t give up on your Huskies. You’re a chainsaw pro. As much as you cut, no matter what kind of saw it is, something is going to break sooner or later. As far as I know you cut more firewood than anyone on these videos. Keep up the good work and I’ll see you tomorrow. GNI
Yes, I like the Husqvarnas, but I am going to play with a 500i next week!
Chris still working my way through your portfolio and see you have just hit 10k subscribers! Congratulations and many thanks for all you do and the great entertainment. 🤗
Much appreciated!
Chris good stuff! Just did a few hours in the woods bucking some Red Oak. It’s in the 90’s and humid, heading to the pond to cool off! Cheers ❤️ the video’s!
Sounds great! Watch out for leaches!
i like your fire wood business
Thanks Noah, I like that you watch my videos!
Husky saw all day Chris!!! I just a new one 550xp mark 2 amazing saw thing rip's. Stay safe out there!!
Nice!! I would like to try one out!
Gotta give you a lot of credit the way you go back and cut those stumps at ground level. It may not seem like it, but that’s hard as hell to do as consistently as you do w/o gettin into the dirt.. Well done!
I appreciate that! I it ain't always easy!
Hi Chris, i noticed that at 30:42 some of the logs had tell tale signs of nails, lucky you did not his any this time! You have trained us well! Thanks
Yes, I saw that too. No, I did not hit any on that tree!
I know everyone's trying to tell you to buy a Stihl saw but I have 2 of them and I'm constantly having mechanical issues with them too. They start right up every time tho!
They make good stuff!
You really work hard. Even using a rope to pull a leaning tree, it is recommended to wedge the back cut. the rope may brake and or the knot can get loose.
Not with that heavy of a lean.
i like your work
Thanks Maurice!
I do highly recommend a Stihl. I have an MS461 and an MS661 and I love them! I can run a 36" bar on the 661. Great saws!
Right on, I know they are great saws!
Good episode learned a neat trick
Thanks for watching!
Wow not one but two chainsaw.😩.. but those tree we’re nice size, you kill it the way you remove the stumps 🪵
Love it ❤️ thanks again for a great video 🇨🇦
Thanks so much for watching!
The oregon bar can be at repaired , really easy fix . Dry dead oak will test things out for sure . Have a good one !
It can be for sure!
Good morning from Grand Forks
Good morning!
You should boost the power of your dump trailer. (if possible)..Might make it a little easier...Good looking wood!
I did, I sold it and got a better one!!!
The voiceover sections that explain the action or your thought process are great. Have you considered adding in your thought process on reading the tree? When you'd opt to bore cut to protect against barber chair split, what plan you might have to swing the tree by cut design, wedges or compensatory rope pull etc in order drop it where you want safely? Many of your viewers likely don't have the experience you guys have and could benefit from some views up the tree as you make your plan and explanation along the way. Just a thought for your consideration. Guilty of Treeson has an excellent video on the different type of face notches and when they should be used...for those interested.
I know you did some explanation on the lean and wind conditions you were correcting for with the rope and pulley system. That'll be helpful for some of your viewers
Yes, that is something that I have thought of doing some day! Thanks for the reminder! Glad you like the voice over, I will do more.
Yes it will be good to do! Thanks man!
@@InTheWoodyard My comments come as a non-expert that has been learning about the options and techniques used by arborists to safely fell or rig trees down in suburban settings. TH-cam channels like August Hunicke's and Reg Coates have been my resource to learn how to safely drop problem trees in a cemetery full of headstones that I take care of... stay safe and keep cutting.
@@canvasman2307 I too learn from everyone!.... We are all smarter than any one of us, is my motto!
Now THAT is working for your firewood!!!
All firewood is work!
I have a Stihl and an Echo. I've cut hundreds of full cords with them. Like them both. I only bought the echo as a second saw because it was cheaper and I couldn't afford another Stihl at the time. So by default I found out that the Echo was a great saw. Best economical decision Ive been forced to make.
In my opinion you can't go wrong with Husqvarna, Stihl or echo.
Also I have a Stihl and echo dealership close by. That makes a big difference as well.
Yes they are all good saws for sure!
That is a nice haul at the premium price of free!
Yes it was!
When you're cutting that leaner throw a blanket on that rope. If it snaps and comes back at you it could sting a smidge. Great video sir.
Good call!
Stihls blow up too, just had an MS 440 blow up suddenly like that, Sprocket, ClutchCover, Brake Spring, Oiler Worm Drive and Oiler all needed replaced.
Maybe you could use it for a boat anchor?
@@InTheWoodyard one of the first saws I ever owned, was a really old McCullough. I tried to sell it to the guy who taught me the most on how to cut trees. He said he didn't own a boat. Might upgrade to a 500i myself.
I'm watching this video while someone across the lake has a saw going as well 🤣
You can't have to many chain saws!
Sprockets wear out. I change mine every year and have extras on hand. After each day of cutting, I remove sprocket and clutch and clean out, grease needle bearing an inspect. I use a LOT of grease in the bar sprocket. Love my 372 and new 572.
I grease the tip sprocket fairly often too.
Been running Stihl all my life. I am a big fan of M-Tronic saws. I am sure the 500i I know the fuel injection has been around in Stihl's cutoff saws but I'm hearing of a bug that still has to be worked out with them. I'd go with the 462 with a 25" bar 3/8" .050 Call West Coast Saws and put a Uni Air filter on it.
Yes they are great....500i, I am going to cut with one next week at a friends place!
Get the 500i, you will not regret it. It rips through the hardwoods we have here in Western Australia and it would demolish oak and your American hardwoods. Same weight as the 572 but more power. With the 25" light bar it balances perfectly. I'm considering getting a second one and I've only had mine 4 months.
I lived in WA for a bit. I was cutting that Jarrah and its dense. Also some Indian rose wood. Both harder wood than Osage orange or oak here in North America.
I am going to run one next week at a friends place!
That must be some wicked stuff!
Hello from Piqua Ohio
Howdee!
Good morning Chris!!😀😀
The poor old huskys took a pretty good beating this week. It always seems like problems always come in threes. I think it would be cool if you bought a 500i. I'm a Stihl guy through and through. They seem like the real deal!!😀😀
Looks like Eric is the brother that likes to split by hand. Always seems if he's around and something needs splitting he's the man.
Take care buddy!!😀😀
Logger Al
Yes they are great saws I ran one the other day and am going to do some cutting with it next week!! The camera will be on! He doesn't like to lift the big stuff! See you latter, are you going to the firewood frenzy in June at wolf ridge?
@@InTheWoodyard I have been considering going to the frenzy. Would you maybe like to ride together?
@@aldredske6197 Maybe, I am trying to get my dad and brother to go to and if my dad goes I will need to go get him. Also I am probably going to go the full day before to shot some videos at Dans place too.
@@InTheWoodyard no problem. I don't have a problem driving up my self. It would be great to be able to hang out for a while when we are there. It sounds like it's going to be a good time.
I think the bars from Stihl have sealed for life end rollers, Husqvarna and Oregon bars have to have the rollers lubricated. Not sure if that made a difference or not.
Looks a lot of fun!
Yes, but I think the Oregon bars for both have holes for lubrication.
Don't give up on those Huskies. You put those things through a lot of work and seen very little failure. I use Stihl myself, but for just a few dollars, you are back in business with your saws. A 500i would be exciting to see how it would handle you workload though. Either way, someone should sponsor you.
Yes, I am going to fix both, one is done already and the other is waiting for parts. But I will probably get another one too.
I would love for you to buy a Stihl 500i. I'm a Stihl owner and it would be great to hear your opinion over the long-term.
I am going to try one out soon!
Hey Chris, Got a kick out of that 572 Frankensaw... Maybe replacing the brake and the sprocket isn’t so bad over buying a new one?
No, I already fixed one and the other is in the shop!
G’morning Chris. Bummer about the saw. Challenge of the patience on this job for sure. Going to sell the power head once it gets replaced ? GNI !
No, all that is broke is the handle and the brake. The other saw is already fixed with a old saws parts!
Excellent !
Don’t see any tractor yet. Was wondering how you are going to get those big rounds up on the wood splitter.
If I can get them in the trailer I can get them on the splitter!
Looks like good wood to split. Big ones came apart good.
Yes, red oak splits great!
If you back up over a stump and the stump is under the rear of the trailer bumper, it can't dump because it's wedged against the stump. It would have nothing to do with how much weight is on the front. FYI for next time, clear a path. Sorry about all your saws going to the ER. (emergency repair). I'm glad you finally used the wedge for it's other common purpose, keeping the top of the log from closing on the bar! I love your down home style without a lot of "yapping" like someone else on You Tube. That drives me nuts!
Actually I have had to toss of wood on the front of the trailer quite a few times because the load was to heavy.
If that rope had broken I wood have been looking for a new firewood show.
Ha! Ya, that would have been bad, I agree!
Just curious as to why you run your DOWNWARD cut for your birdmouth so far PAST your bottom cut? Do you have any troubles with the "Dutchy"?
When I cut in open woods with no worries as to obstacles I just put them down and I usually cut the back cut 2" or so high and never have a problem.
Looks like you need to try out a Stihl brother!!! My I suggest a ms261 or ms462 both awesome saws and the ms 261 is affordable. On 2nd thought go with the 500i go big or go home
I will check it out next week at a friends place, he has one!
Good job!!
Thanks a bunch!
Tough few days on saws!! Like I said about the tractor, its your call on which brand chainsaw you purchase. Have a Safe Day
You got that right!
What do you do with your wood that is to small? Your branches? I know there are some land owners that do not want anything left behind. Do you run into that a lot? I just got back to the house from cutting 1 full cord of ponderosa. Boy, no wind and 84 degrees here today.😓
I do not remove branches but I will stack if they want me to.
Because you’re a Husky guy, I’d like to see your opinion on the 500i. They seem to cost a fortune though. Even if you could borrow one for a day I’d be interested in your thoughts.
I will be using one next week! I will do a review!
Greasing the tip of the bar helps make it last longer. I grease all my bars every time we fill up with gas and bar oil. The bars with the sprocket is what I run and yes I grease the tip. Have a great day be safe.
Yes I grease the tip every other day of cutting or so. That one was the drive sprocket inside that broke.
That’s the first sprocket I’ve ever seen fail. Crazy. Peace
I had one break before, they do ware out and tip sprockets too.
The old tractor fund took a big hit in the past couple of days, two saws !! What did you do about the brakes on the trailer ?? I remember you had a rattle but must have missed the solution.
Yes I fixed one already and the other is at the repair shop now1 The brake just needed replacing.
That’s the most expensive free wood I’ve seen in a while. I’m not really brand loyal when it comes to saws as long as they’re pro models. I would be very interested in your review on a 500i.
I will run one next week sometime.
Saw shop here I come!!
I fixed one already with old saw parts and the other is waiting for parts to get here!
@@InTheWoodyard good deal!
Are you saying "Not All Free wood is Free",Great video as usual.
That is correct, bad stuff happens sometimes!
I can agree.. I was removed firewood rounds for a friend and on the way home my 95 f150 was totaled from a guy doing an illegal uturn.. It even flipped my trailer too.. 500 in towing fees that night and a month later insurance replaced the truck..
@@DanielAtkinsFirewood OWWWWCH!
Wow that’s a lot of work. why do you stack the wood in the trailer? Are you retired and doing this for fun? haha
I stack it because you get 25% more wood in it verses loose.
How do you keep track of what dry and ready to burn and what's not?
I can remember when and where I cut each pile and I us a moisture meter to test the wood for selling .
Think it’s time you had the big brown turd back in the woodyard with all that stacking ya do. 😜
Yes, I need some help soon!
My bad if you have already said this in past videos but are most of those oaks dead from oak wilt?
Also I’m having saw troubles too. I bent the threads on my chain tensioning screw and my stud fell off into the oil tank.
Yes they all have it!
You will probably have to get a new screw, that happened to my brother Ken too.
I know your in the firewood business but have you ever considered selling that Oak to a mill, they look like they are straight and most looked solid. I wouldn't know the first thing about selling logs and Ive never heard of or seen a mill around my area but with the price of wood it could be a chunk of change.
Full of Oak fungus doubt a mill would take it.
Yes I think about it but that is it, they all where partially rotten too.
You are correct!
That sucks! Im an Echo fan, just picked up a 620P for right around 600 bucks new. My climbing saws are all Echo and zero issues with them in 2-3 years. I have 1 Husquvarna 350 (older saw) but next to no hours on it and I lost the muffler bolts at one point too.
Yes, I have heard that the echos are great saws too, I have never run one.
Bellissimo
Thanks!!
The saw gods must be mad at you lol
No, I just use them a lot and stuff does break, wear out and need maintenance.
Chris
Are you still going to cut over at the farmers hedgerow?
I would like to but I have a lot of other places to cut too, so maybe later.
Chris are you running a 20” inch bar on your saw’s?
24" bars on all saws.
So Sorry Irene! Your misfortune saddened me! Lol love my 362c pro! Lot cheaper than the 500i, check out today’s video using it! Take care buddy! The beaver Karma is upon you! Lol🚜🪵🇱🇷👍🏼
I'll check it out! Yes the beavers are getting payback!!!
Have you figured out what you might get for processor yet we all love to watch the bell processors run the Jaba They only go up to like 16 or 17 inches you’ll still have to work your eastern made
I have not decided yet but by fall I will. Yes the ultra or a bigger splitter will need to stick around for the big stuff!
Chris, you can’t blame a Husky when you drop a tree on one and cook an Oregon bar on another. When you take a big dump on the third one, you gonna blame the Husky too?
No, stuff just happens!
I guess in a bind you could always swap out a bar from another saw, especially if you are using the same type of saws. Not sure if a bar from the 500i would fit on husky unless you had an adapter.
Chris, I really like how deep your wedge cut is. I see some people that cut very small and shallow wedges and I wonder how they even plan for it to create the hinge. Like one of your other commenters wrote, your saw just like your tractor has to be your decision. I really like my blue tractor and my Stihl saw. But, I would never try to push my likes on someone else. Great videos. Thanks for keeping it real.
Every tree is different, and some do get shallow wedges or bore cut too, as long as they go down without injury it's good.
Yes, that is one reason for similar saws!
I'm an old Stihl guy,, but my Hooski starts easier than my Stihl 460. The 500i is 1800.00 bucks. Who is the best bang for the buck?
Bang for the buck would probably be a 372, they cut great run great and do not cost an arm and two legs.
Tough breaks on the saws. Was it the drive sprocket or bar sprocket that broke?
If you have to replace saws, do us all a favour and get a 500i and a 572xp and do a review video. 😁
Cheers. 🇨🇦
Drive sprocket. A 500i will be in my hands next week! A friend has one and we are going to play with it!
@@InTheWoodyard For the price of the 500i you could almost buy 2 572's, plus the 572 is built like a tank
I think the 372 is a great value too.
Man the staring of your bad luck was that dump trailer what last week or so, now your down 2 saws. And at the end there backing up looks like you have a back left light out on that trailer. And yes big dumps are very healthy 💩 🥸
I fixed the trailer, one saw and the lights already!
I like to start on the large end of a log figure i get less scrap on the small end
For me it just depends on how it lands and if some one is cutting on the other end.
Hey Chris morning do you know it’s killing the red oaks because you never know will probably be coming this way toward East Prevailing winds and all.
Oak wilt it spread. Through the roots
You are so smart little brother!
Ken nailed it, he is a tree expert!
Sorry about your saw.
But, you can definitely brag about the use you get from your equipment. From your Saw's to your trailer.
You get your money's worth. And so do I from watching your channel.
Take care my friend 👍🇺🇸
Yes, I use my stuff for sure! Thanks Gary!
Dang that sucks about your 576 XP, maybe it’s time to get a couple more chainsaws 😂 I think your 572 can still be fixed but if the 576 can’t be fixed maybe it would be a good idea to just let it retire and get a Stihl to replace it. You really can’t go wrong with either the Stihl 462 or the 500i! Having a Stihl chainsaw or 2 would help create some more exciting content for the channel even though there is already a lot of it 😂 Good luck with whatever you decide and GNI!
I am going to run a 500i next week at a friends place!
Sounds like fun! The 500i is one heck of a saw!
Hey Chris, check out morgans channel about the grapple, Gathering logs with the Kubota MX5400 and Land pride Grapple, Check out his Kubota MX5400. I think he worked out a deal with Kubota, you should ask your Kubota dealer.
Yes I saw his toys already! A grapple is going to be on my tractor for sure!
I was cutting little stuff with my 35cc Chinese saw when I noticed it sounded odd, then saw the muffler on the ground. D'oh 😅
Haaaa! That is funny!
Chris buy and Efco or Echo the Echo 7310's kick ass
Is it a 73 cc saw?
@@InTheWoodyard yes it is
💥 Stihl never crossed my mind. Give Echo a chance. The CS-590 is a great saw. Check Facebook marketplace. I see them brand new sometimes for $300. You’ll be impressed.
*Keep on tractoring!* 😁👍
I will check it out, thanks John!
So you can’t fix the saws ?
One is already fixed with old saw parts and the other is waiting on parts to come.
I run sthil ms260 and a sthil 039 and a champion 45cc which is lighr and gets the jobs done
The best saw is the one that is in your hands is sharp and gets the job done!
So at the tail end of the Back 40 live stream there were some concerns being discussed about behavior at the frenzy, especially around Amanda and little boss man. The truth is, none of us really know one another up close and personal, Especially when it comes to handling alcohol. Dan and Amanda are showing a lotta hospitality here and sometimes you put booze in the wrong person it can get ugly quick. Between you and your brothers and Schieb, you guys need to seriously have Dan and Amanda's back on this every step of the way. If someone needs to leave because they're showing their ass, you guys can't just let Dan go it alone. Put the problem to bed and continue having a good time by the fire, little boss man doesn't need to see any of it, none of them do. It seems almost silly for me to say all this but I've seen it time and again throughout my life, especially with people you don't really know.
Great job as always, did you break the saw permanently or is there a fix?
Goodnight Irene
Yes! I agree absolutely! We are all on stage so to speak and we all need to be the good guys! My camera will be on most of the time! One of the saws is fixed already for old saws parts and the other one is at the saws hospital now.
@@InTheWoodyard man, think of how much money those saws have put in your pocket.
Yeah was wondering if I came off a little preachy about that but I'd sure for them to be caused any trouble especially with Amanda and little boss man.
See ya tomorrow.
@@tombryan720 No worries, I agree!
I use 1/4 inch wire with pullies. Worked real good till I forgot to untie the damn wire from the tree while I was cutting into it. Long story short off to buy a new wire. Argh! How is your dad doing?
My dad is doing good, i am going to see him today.
The beauty of it all is that whatever brand of chainsaw you choose to purchase, you'll end up with a good product.
Yes, competition makes all products better!
500i 👍👍
I am going to play with one next week!
Good deal, your going to love it.. take care buds
I think that is too much weight for that trailer, Chris. I can hear those tires screaming 🤣🤣 get off me !
Yes, it was maxed out!
I've heard it as "if you can't tie a knot tie a lot"
Yes, that is right!
The dogs in the Iditarod don't work that hard. Take care, Kenny from Western North Carolina still going through the old ones
Thanks!
So sorry about your saws, this means that this “FREE” wood is turning out to be very “Expensive”. 🙂🇬🇧🏴 however video was still great.
Great point! I have a old saw that I got parts off of to fix one and the other is waiting on parts.
I see a stihl 500 i in your future 👍🌲
I am going to play with one next week!
@@InTheWoodyard good deal, i just started watching your channel and I've got a lot of respect for the effort that you put into your business. I've been watching a lot of videos regarding the steel Ms 500i but I really couldn't justify that kind of money for the I'm out of wood that I cut every year on my woodlot. Besides, I'm getting to old for that kind of work but I still love getting out and cutting three to four chords for myself. If you decide to try out the Stihl chainsaw that'd be really good video for all your viewers to watch! Good luck !
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Morning Mr. B!
The cheapest source for getting parts is a busted saw. You had a whole saw of parts just waiting to be used. 😀
Yes, I already fixed one and the other is waiting for parts to get here!
at 20 min, the obvious answer to 'why I like to start at the butt end' would be..... that's where I was cutting, my chainsaw is in hand, and I'm already there :)
Yup!!!!
Man the saws are having a hell of a week i hate when that happens you said the 500 i great saw my buddy has one i used it while we were cuting its fast lite i still love my ported 372 xp more and i didnt pay 1600 for it just saying .
I am going to play with one next week!