I second Fall Line Ridge. I can't speak from experience, but I can't see how that grapple can be anything but useful. The New Tool Monday videos are great as well!
Thanks, Aaron. I’m still waiting for them to ship me a new hydraulic cylinder to replace the one that was damaged in shipping so I haven’t really gotten to try it out.
You'll love that thing, our grapple is very helpful. I dont know why they dont just put the 3rd function valve on coasters to begin with, its a pretty pricey option.
Your gonna love this tool. Too bad about the cylinder and grease zirks. I'm guessing you did a better job of installing the extra hydraulic remote than a dealer would have. Can't wait for next Monday's tool!
If you had it over to do would you buy the 4052r over the 4044r or are you happy with the 4044r ? I ask this question cause I'm kidding around the two tractors
Lol, Great Video.. I'm Going threw the Grapple Blue's,,,,, Bought My New Tractor early Nov 2019 ,, Mahindra Dealer, in addition bought a 66 HD Titan Root Grapple... And A Titan Bushhog... 1/27/20 Now, no grapple or bushhog yet? Dealer keeps feeding my next week, next month... Claims lack of implements avaible threw Titan, do to Cov 19 , layoffs.. Shipping... Sadd part their paid for day of tractor purchase..
I hear ya. I ordered a chipper for my PTO last summer online and they called me to tell me they had no idea when it would ship. Luckily I had the option to keep my money.
I looked around quite a bit. I’m sure I did. I like the dual claw of the Titan and the way the hoses are protected. It looks like it’s built well. UPS on the other hand....
Great video! I was shopping tractors and grapples today at my local John Deere and the salesman wanted to sell me a diverter valve for the 3rd function which doesn’t allow grapple function at the same time as the couple/ dump. Sure am glad I found this video. Might need to talk to parts.
On the first hydraulic line you replace there’s an adapter you have to swap out that they make no mention of and then there are electrical plugs that go into each end of the valve. They left that out too and it’s almost impossible to get to once the valve is installed. Also, there’s two plugs so you have to guess which goes where.
I’m still waiting for the replacement cylinder for the one damaged in shipping. Well, that and working 7 days a week doesn’t leave much time for tractor work😬
Other than the condition of the grapple when it came (which I think is unnecessary) it should do the job very nicely.....you will wonder how you got along without it this long.....lol.
We have a similar setup, it kinda can, but the tractor is more the limitation. You can tear up bushes, underbrush, and small trees, maybe under 3", but above that it starts to get dicey
Ok. I ask because this week, grappling with roots is exactly what I was doing. Took me a week to clear out a Magnolia stump that was a good 4' across. Heavy brutal work. Thanks for the feedback.
Have you ever thought about building a gasifier unit to run on the excess wood you're burning via woodgas? The wood needs to be in chips and put into metal hoppers on a gasifier. The woodgas then powers a generator, which can likely power a lot of the items you need. This all works via biofuel, which turns into the end result of biochar. Just something to maybe look into.
That grapple is going to change your life. Digging the New Tool Monday installments.
Thanks! Send money so I can keep doing it!😬 your channel is really blowing up. Nice work!
Northwest Sawyer Thank you!
I think you new tool Monday could be ANY tool Monday where you showcase your favorite tools explaining why you like them so much.
👍 The only difference between men and boys, is the price of their toys.
I second Fall Line Ridge. I can't speak from experience, but I can't see how that grapple can be anything but useful. The New Tool Monday videos are great as well!
Thanks, Aaron. I’m still waiting for them to ship me a new hydraulic cylinder to replace the one that was damaged in shipping so I haven’t really gotten to try it out.
You'll love that thing, our grapple is very helpful. I dont know why they dont just put the 3rd function valve on coasters to begin with, its a pretty pricey option.
They want you to spend the 1000.00 extra is why they do put it on. (1400.00 I guess if they put it on)
Money makes the world go around
Those grapples are awesome, you've got a great setup!
What were the 2 crucial issues steps that was left out. Can you cover it in the next video
Your gonna love this tool. Too bad about the cylinder and grease zirks. I'm guessing you did a better job of installing the extra hydraulic remote than a dealer would have. Can't wait for next Monday's tool!
Next Monday’s tool.... about that....😬 I will be on the Oregon Dunes for the Labor Day weekend. And I can’t afford any more tools😬
I’m glad to see you like the root grapple. Did you compare to brush grapple? I do like the two cylinders function of the root grapple
If you had it over to do would you buy the 4052r over the 4044r or are you happy with the 4044r ?
I ask this question cause I'm kidding around the two tractors
I’ve never felt like I didn’t have enough power. The 4052 is a turbo diesel if I’m not mistaken. I didn’t feel I needed it and don’t have any regrets.
@@NorthwestSawyer ... Thank you, If anyone knows its you !
Lol, Great Video.. I'm Going threw the Grapple Blue's,,,,, Bought My New Tractor early Nov 2019 ,, Mahindra Dealer, in addition bought a 66 HD Titan Root Grapple... And A Titan Bushhog... 1/27/20 Now, no grapple or bushhog yet? Dealer keeps feeding my next week, next month... Claims lack of implements avaible threw Titan, do to Cov 19 , layoffs.. Shipping... Sadd part their paid for day of tractor purchase..
I hear ya. I ordered a chipper for my PTO last summer online and they called me to tell me they had no idea when it would ship. Luckily I had the option to keep my money.
just ordered a JD 4052 was wondering how you like yours and if you had any trouble with the plastics?
I’m really happy with it, thanks. I have about 150 hours on it with no problems. The plastics are very durable and easy to clean.
Northwest Sawyer thanks, I'm really looking forward to getting mine
Great addition, after my sawmill arrives, the grapple may be in the future. Keep the videos coming, enjoy them !!
Thanks, Al!
Congrats on the new toy, oh I mean tool. Did you look at everything attachments grapples before pulling the trigger on the Titan?
I looked around quite a bit. I’m sure I did. I like the dual claw of the Titan and the way the hoses are protected. It looks like it’s built well. UPS on the other hand....
Do you have a link for the 3rd function kit you got?
I bought it from the John Deere dealer.
Great video! I was shopping tractors and grapples today at my local John Deere and the salesman wanted to sell me a diverter valve for the 3rd function which doesn’t allow grapple function at the same time as the couple/ dump. Sure am glad I found this video. Might need to talk to parts.
Sorry to see that you have received a substanded piece of equipment but I'm sure you will get it sorted out.
What is the reason for the extra hydraulic lines? If I missed it then I apologize.
The kit comes with hard lines to either run to the middle of the tractor or the rear.
What did Titan do about the damage?
They sent me a new cylinder.
How much does it weigh ? Just curious if tractor would lift full grapple of green brush
It’s 700lbs. The loader is rated at just under 3k.
That doesn't look like damage that occurred during shipping it appears to have been hit by a grinder at the manufacturer before, it ever shipped.
So what were the two key pieces of info missing? Please, looking at doing the same myself ;)
On the first hydraulic line you replace there’s an adapter you have to swap out that they make no mention of and then there are electrical plugs that go into each end of the valve. They left that out too and it’s almost impossible to get to once the valve is installed. Also, there’s two plugs so you have to guess which goes where.
I use my grapple much more than the bucket or forks, Best money I spent on attachments.
I’m still waiting for the replacement cylinder for the one damaged in shipping. Well, that and working 7 days a week doesn’t leave much time for tractor work😬
Man you are one hard worker. Keep it up very interesting.
Thanks, Mark!
Other than the condition of the grapple when it came (which I think is unnecessary) it should do the job very nicely.....you will wonder how you got along without it this long.....lol.
I already feel that way about my forks!😬
As a root grapple, can it actually deal with tree roots?
We have a similar setup, it kinda can, but the tractor is more the limitation. You can tear up bushes, underbrush, and small trees, maybe under 3", but above that it starts to get dicey
Ok. I ask because this week, grappling with roots is exactly what I was doing. Took me a week to clear out a Magnolia stump that was a good 4' across. Heavy brutal work. Thanks for the feedback.
Have you ever thought about building a gasifier unit to run on the excess wood you're burning via woodgas? The wood needs to be in chips and put into metal hoppers on a gasifier. The woodgas then powers a generator, which can likely power a lot of the items you need. This all works via biofuel, which turns into the end result of biochar. Just something to maybe look into.
Ok, that's pretty cool.
Pretty sure i saw your grapple on a trailer out of the hillsboro area i think last monday.
According to UPS, it had been sitting in their freight dept for a week and a half.
Great tool thanks