Even simpler you could just weld a grab hook to the pipe right at the end. Your through chain will not even need a hook. I have a bunch (hundreds) of american hornbeam that I need to yank and I've been looking at various methods. The hydraulic pinch bar setup seems fastest and one person operation, but very expensive. This looks so darn simple I have to try it.
Thanks for commenting. I wanted to show a technique that did not require welding since many people don't have the skill or equipment to weld. I agree, a hook welded directly to the pipe is another good option. Using this pipe device is slow with one person, getting on and off the tractor, but it really works well. If you have a second person, this is a slick, effective, cost-effective option.
@@OldGuyDIYThanks - always wanted to learn to weld, but... Question, think I could just grind a slot in the side of the pipe for the hook, down near the opening?definitely going to try this, maybe even sharpen the pipe end. Plagued by poplar saplings.
I suspect hooking the chain onto the pipe without using a bolted piece of chain will work in most cases. In some cases, I suspect the hook will slip off of the pipe before you put tension on it, resulting in having to hook the assembly to the tree a second time. I think you will save time and enjoy greater success if you simply drill and bolt a second piece of chain, as I have in the video.
This made me remember how good it used to feel when I used to be inventive. It was satisfying and got my endorphins pumping. It's just like they say... necessity is the mother of invention. And blessed are those who can whats around them and put it to good use. I hope I will get back to being that way again soon. You inspired me.
Thank you for the generous comment. I felt like the smartest guy in the woods when I made this. 2 hours later, after posting my first brush grubber video to youtube, I went to google and found people had written about a pipe and chain device like this many years ago. It was a satisfying 2 hours.
@@OldGuyDIY well some say there's nothing new under the sun. and they also say the fun is in the journey. I did find that to be true. In any case, i read that the challenge helps you grow more neurons and that's always a good thing.
Wonderful idea. I think my grandpa used to something like this when he used to pull trees out of the ground back in the day. Could not figure out what it was but the good old chain noose works very effectively.
I gave seen both of your videos on this device. Excellent device and excellent explanation. Modification idea here. Have two smaller pipes welded together, zero bolts, one regular chain with hooks and one short chain welded to pipe with no hooks. Go around the tree and push the chain through the pipe. Connect chains. Possibly better because there is no hook at the tree. Different style of grip on the tree. Smaller pipes. The chain would slide through more easily because there are no bolts. You could try it and give us a report in a new video and the history of your device. Your device is good enough to crow about. How to push a chain: have a steel wire loop as a handle. The main weakness of my idea is pushing that chain, as you have said. Pipes do not need to be that long, IMO.
Thank you for the suggestion. The thing I like about the 2.0 design is that after the chain from the pulling vehicle is run through the pipe the first time, there is no need to ever lace it through the pipe again. Unhooking the pulled tree is just a matter of allowing slack in the chain, unhooking it from the chain piece attached to the pipe and then moving to the next tree.
I’m thinking that I can take a short piece of rebar, bend a tight U, and weld it to the business end of the pipe. Hook around tree, then to rebar loop. Do you think that will work? I like the tape too! Somewhere on our three acres is a 15’ chain laying near where I pulled a tree!
Looks like 2 to 3 inch. I'm going to build this with the welded hook version from another comment, and just paint it a bright color or two. Edit: no need for it. I found a choker hook, actually two, in my shop, already attached to the chain. It lets the chain slip through like a slipknot and squeeze the hell out of the trunk until it's uprooted. Lacking a choker hook, a grab hook that will drop through the pipe will work. Just run it through and around the trunk and hook it back to the lead end of the pipe. Happy dragging!
If you drop the hook through the pipe, around the tree, back through the pipe, toward the tractor and then hook the hook to the pipe edge closest to the tractor, it will cinch up and do the job. Attaching the second piece of chain to the side of the pipe saves time when capturing a tree or bush to be pulled.
If one has a welder just weld a couple of links of the chain on one end, put it thru the pipe and if you have hooks on your bucket you don't even need a grab hook... in other words all you need is a piece of chain and a pipe.. I must say I never saw this before and I feel a bit embarrassed not to have thought of it.. Kudos to whoever came up with the original.. and also to OldGuy for sharing it.. I will also say I saw other methods like a ring welded to a chain and the chain slipped thru the ring but it seems like this might work better... not sure just seems like it would..
Thanks for the input. In my experience, this technique is much more effective than a chain and ring. If you try this pipe and slip chain technique, I am confident you will be pleased with the result.
I had a chain with a large ring ⭕ linked to one end and a hook on the other. The problem is the ring bent and turned into an oval, especially if your yanking on larger stumps.
With this design, the chain won't slip and the pipe wont be turned into an oval. If you make one, I think you you will be pleased with the job it does.
There is some video of the tool in action in my original brush grubber video. I will make another video with the tool in action in a few days. Thank you for watching. th-cam.com/video/gOysRhFYC-Y/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=OldGuyDIY
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I want to thank you for this video. I made one but I welded a hook on it. It works great. You saved me at least a hundred dollars or more.
You are welcome. I'm glad the idea worked well for you.
Great upgrade. I'm glad I had a chance to see it before I made the first one, from your previous post (Part 1)
Thank you for watching the second video. I'm glad the idea helped you..
I built mine this afternoon - still have to use it.
Thanks!
Even simpler you could just weld a grab hook to the pipe right at the end. Your through chain will not even need a hook. I have a bunch (hundreds) of american hornbeam that I need to yank and I've been looking at various methods. The hydraulic pinch bar setup seems fastest and one person operation, but very expensive. This looks so darn simple I have to try it.
Thanks for commenting. I wanted to show a technique that did not require welding since many people don't have the skill or equipment to weld. I agree, a hook welded directly to the pipe is another good option. Using this pipe device is slow with one person, getting on and off the tractor, but it really works well. If you have a second person, this is a slick, effective, cost-effective option.
@@OldGuyDIYThanks - always wanted to learn to weld, but...
Question, think I could just grind a slot in the side of the pipe for the hook, down near the opening?definitely going to try this, maybe even sharpen the pipe end. Plagued by poplar saplings.
I suspect hooking the chain onto the pipe without using a bolted piece of chain will work in most cases. In some cases, I suspect the hook will slip off of the pipe before you put tension on it, resulting in having to hook the assembly to the tree a second time. I think you will save time and enjoy greater success if you simply drill and bolt a second piece of chain, as I have in the video.
Yeah, I was also wondering about sharpening the pipe edge@@TKevinBlanc. All of us tinkerers can have fun with this. Thanks again OldGuy.
PURE GENIUS !
OLD GUYS RULE 😁
Thank you.
Works great, really bites in. Saved me time pulling trees around the pond here on the farm today.
Thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you are happy with the tool.
Very good looking idea. I am going to try it. I have skinned and delimbed a lot of small trees. This should help. Thanks for sharing.
You are welcome.
This made me remember how good it used to feel when I used to be inventive. It was satisfying and got my endorphins pumping. It's just like they say... necessity is the mother of invention. And blessed are those who can whats around them and put it to good use.
I hope I will get back to being that way again soon. You inspired me.
Thank you for the generous comment. I felt like the smartest guy in the woods when I made this. 2 hours later, after posting my first brush grubber video to youtube, I went to google and found people had written about a pipe and chain device like this many years ago. It was a satisfying 2 hours.
@@OldGuyDIY well some say there's nothing new under the sun. and they also say the fun is in the journey. I did find that to be true. In any case, i read that the challenge helps you grow more neurons and that's always a good thing.
Wonderful idea. I think my grandpa used to something like this when he used to pull trees out of the ground back in the day. Could not figure out what it was but the good old chain noose works very effectively.
Thank you for watching the video and commenting. I suspect Grandpas and the Amish have been using tools like this for many years.
OUT FREAKING STANDING !!!
I gave seen both of your videos on this device. Excellent device and excellent explanation.
Modification idea here.
Have two smaller pipes welded together, zero bolts, one regular chain with hooks and one short chain welded to pipe with no hooks.
Go around the tree and push the chain through the pipe. Connect chains.
Possibly better because there is no hook at the tree. Different style of grip on the tree. Smaller pipes. The chain would slide through more easily because there are no bolts. You could try it and give us a report in a new video and the history of your device. Your device is good enough to crow about.
How to push a chain: have a steel wire loop as a handle. The main weakness of my idea is pushing that chain, as you have said. Pipes do not need to be that long, IMO.
Thank you for the suggestion. The thing I like about the 2.0 design is that after the chain from the pulling vehicle is run through the pipe the first time, there is no need to ever lace it through the pipe again. Unhooking the pulled tree is just a matter of allowing slack in the chain, unhooking it from the chain piece attached to the pipe and then moving to the next tree.
Best idea ever!!! I used the first model in one of my videos - made sure to give you the credit Brother!!! 😃
Great, thank you.
Thanks for the up date.
You are welcome.
Yes it does help . Thanks !
I'm going to make one of these this weekend. I have a lot of small saplings that need to be removed and wrapping chains around them takes forever.
I am sure you will be pleased with the tool. Please see my brush grubber 2.0 video for an even better, easier to use design.
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This is the brush grubber 2.0 video.
See my comment for a modification idea.
Thank you. I misread the title before replying.
Looks good.
Oh, heck ya! That's not a bad idea right there.
Thanks for the update.
Amazing…advanced technology!
great update!
Does it grip just as tight as it did before the mod? Seems like it might not with the size of the clevis hook.
Yes, It chokes it down tight and does not slip.
Excellent modification
Put one together per your instructions and it works great! Thanks.
You are welcome. Clearing brush will never be the same.
I’m thinking that I can take a short piece of rebar, bend a tight U, and weld it to the business end of the pipe. Hook around tree, then to rebar loop. Do you think that will work? I like the tape too! Somewhere on our three acres is a 15’ chain laying near where I pulled a tree!
I think I found your chain. Broken shaft and 3 shear pins.
@@dennisrphymurphy7929 Well! How did it get over there?
I will be making one thanks for the video
You are welcome. I'm sure you will be pleased with it.
Thank you for the update
You are welcome.
Uses a 2” square receiver tube. Works fine.
Good idea. I didn't have an extra one to use for this application.
Great idea, thanks
You are welcome.
Super idea.
Great improvement!
Thank you.
Ie always rapped the chain twice around the tree always worked for me
Great idea. What diam is the pipe?
Looks like 2 to 3 inch. I'm going to build this with the welded hook version from another comment, and just paint it a bright color or two.
Edit: no need for it. I found a choker hook, actually two, in my shop, already attached to the chain. It lets the chain slip through like a slipknot and squeeze the hell out of the trunk until it's uprooted. Lacking a choker hook, a grab hook that will drop through the pipe will work. Just run it through and around the trunk and hook it back to the lead end of the pipe. Happy dragging!
A better idea - thanks
You are welcome. Thank you for commenting.
Thank You
You are welcome. If you make one, I am sure you will be pleased with its performance.
Can't you just hook it on the other end of the pipe or would that put too much slack in it?
If you drop the hook through the pipe, around the tree, back through the pipe, toward the tractor and then hook the hook to the pipe edge closest to the tractor, it will cinch up and do the job. Attaching the second piece of chain to the side of the pipe saves time when capturing a tree or bush to be pulled.
If one has a welder just weld a couple of links of the chain on one end, put it thru the pipe and if you have hooks on your bucket you don't even need a grab hook... in other words all you need is a piece of chain and a pipe.. I must say I never saw this before and I feel a bit embarrassed not to have thought of it.. Kudos to whoever came up with the original.. and also to OldGuy for sharing it.. I will also say I saw other methods like a ring welded to a chain and the chain slipped thru the ring but it seems like this might work better... not sure just seems like it would..
Thanks for the input. In my experience, this technique is much more effective than a chain and ring. If you try this pipe and slip chain technique, I am confident you will be pleased with the result.
I had a chain with a large ring ⭕ linked to one end and a hook on the other. The problem is the ring bent and turned into an oval, especially if your yanking on larger stumps.
With this design, the chain won't slip and the pipe wont be turned into an oval. If you make one, I think you you will be pleased with the job it does.
Good mod.
Thank you.
How about a video of the thing in action?
There is some video of the tool in action in my original brush grubber video. I will make another video with the tool in action in a few days. Thank you for watching. th-cam.com/video/gOysRhFYC-Y/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=OldGuyDIY
Even better
Anyone have a reliable version of this they want to sell me?
I may know a guy interested in making a few. What price are you thinking of?
Waste time drilled two holes to put a little chain to hooked in one of links you can hooked up strike to the pipe
Not to nit pick but the term threaded thru the pipe should be lace or relace the pipe
Thank you for the clarification.