Kioti KG4066 Grapple and Bad Boy 4035 Tractor - Day 43
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- I ordered the W.R. Long RBG3 root rake grapple, and when I went to pick it up, the dealer noticed me looking at the Kioti KG4066 grapple. What caught my eye was the cylinders on the Kioti being in the back instead of on top, like the RBG3. The KG4066 had cylinder shields installed, and the metal was thicker. Both are made of AR400 steel, but the KG4066 steel is thicker. The KG4066 retails for about $600 more, and when I was offered the choice of either grapple for the same price, I chose the Kioti KG4066. I hope I made the right decision. So far I'm impressed with the grapple.
The grapple is operated by my Bad Boy 4035h tractor, which I purchased mainly due to the 2,200lb loader capacity. I knew the loader would be used heavily (no pun intended) on the property for tasks just like this.
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I know there is a LOT of stuff happening and future projects, but if I may suggest, in the grand scheme, get the saw mill "sooner" than later. I think getting as much pine milled down and drying asap will allow you to possibly use as much of it for all your projects. I think it would be cool to use as much of the lumber from your property to build as many things (yes its "only" pine) but your bridges, elevated tent things, pergolas, lean to's, etc etc. Just a few thoughts that you've probably already considered ;)
For your pine logs you've cut to 10', perhaps hiring a mobile sawmill to come to you site would be beneficial. The logs could be cut into cants and stacked off to the side to air dry. This will minimize the bugs and bark problems and keep things from rotting away.
We're running on a very strict budget right now. I have no immediate use for the wood until my shop is setup so all non spreadsheet costs have to be delayed. I may end up doing that after the shop is setup if the sawmill is delayed.
@@JayBates Why 10'? I mill all mine 8'6".
10 sounded like a better number to easily multiply for quick calculations. No other reason really.
Im watching a guy on youtube build his pond and i know he would love those root balls for structure. He has been adding rock and a few other things so far. Cant wait to see the shop done. Gonna be a good series to keep up with
You're making this WAY harder than it needs to be... When you move a stump and roots, clamp it and pick it up so you're not dragging it in the mud and spinning your wheels while you push them to the burn pile, which is the only move you should make with said stumps and roots once they are in your clamps. I would also argue you could move two ten-foot segments at once, maybe not, but I say try it :) Cant wait to see what you do next with the property. Thanks for sharing :)
The root balls were heavier than the capacity of my loader. I could not pick them up, nor could I get a good grip on them to prevent rolling.
@@JayBates I was wondering this myself, they must be deceptively heavy! They don't look huge but especially with the dirt still clodded around it, I can see how they get especially heavy!
Covered in muddy dirt and loaded with moisture from living. They were indeed heavy.
don't know if you're interested but you can use a log to push things around and get things much flattered at 10 ft wide plus it will help to push the stumps around much easier by using a fairly straight log at 10 ft wide it will help you keep the grade flattered I hope these little things help keep your great videos coming love them. Don't forget the anchor seal so that the ends don't split.
Making progress! Yall keep up the great work
Suggestion: sacrifice some thinner logs perpendicular on the ground, to elevate the majority of your logs. Pine rots fast when in contact with the ground, but the air circulation will help keep them dry.
Cut cookies for table tops & wall clocks/art. Those will sell. If they don't, they'll be good project blanks for when you get your next Avid CNC.
Have you got your 'shot firer's license' yet? A battery drill, a 1 1/2" diameter drill bit, and a couple hundred electric blasting caps (buy them as needed, don't need a licensed explosives magazine to store in most places). Drill hole deep into root ball, wire up 3-4 caps per ball, chain wire those (or not), retire and set them off. What's left of the root balls should fit through the wood chipper. Pretty standard in Australia for demolishing dug up stumps, doesn't leave hollows under ground when they rot or burn which are a hazard to live stock.
Don't forget the anchor seal so that the ends don't split.
G'day Jay and co.
That little tractor does a great job, looks like it has a great turning circle.
Have you let the "site supervisor" (noted in the 4×4 in the background) a chance to stack some logs?
A buddy of mine opened a saw mill a few years back we did this on 80 acers we had 4 cutting and 2 bobcats with forks hauling logs away i was a hell of a job i wouldn't want to do it by myself took us 6 guys about 3 weeks to get it finished up
That’s a lot of wonderful yellow pine to put to use!
I was curious how long the logs could sit before they aren’t usable. Hope you are able to get a sawmill sooner rather than later.
Hi, A friend of mine was working on his tractor when a fire broke out, he then realised they there was no extinguisher on the tractor. Because of this a tractor that would have been saved was destroyed by fire once they got the extinguisher from the garage. If they had a working extinguisher on the tractor, it would have been dealt with there and then.
I carry one in the side by side, which is almost always with the tractor. I do need one on the tractor though.
Your going to have more trees coming down, why not leave them longer, say 20' and build a few log cabins out of them on the property for camping when the family comes. It could be used as living space and their rvs or trailers can be for sleeping.
Just a thought
I'll do something different in the future. Right now, time is forcing my hand with a lot of decisions. When the shop is built and we are living here full time I'll be able to explore more options.
I'll bet you guys are having no trouble falling asleep.
Do you have to seal the end of the logs?
It would be wise. These are being sold though.
You need to wear your hearing protection.
Safety sally has arrived
I am wearing hearing protection in this video. Anything else I need to do?
@@JayBates Nope, I didn't see it and I don't want you to make the mistake that I did and lose some hearing.
Talk about a waste of gas. You could have grappled 2 logs at a time.
Diesel.
A waste of time is your comment
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Don't let the door hit you in the arse princess
To help with the bugs, put the logs on a thick vapor barrier, then seal the ends. Even paint willt work. Then using a bug spray, oil based, spray the logs. Not a cure, but will help.
I’m really enjoying this new series and want to thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Great vids, keep them coming. I know its more work, but for the log stack, have you thought of putting about four logs 90 degrees to the rest of the stack as a base for an air gap? Looks like the base logs will rot pretty quickly.
my thought exactly, southern hit and humidity...those logs will be gone before he gets his mill. 😮
Yeah I should have done that. But these are in the process of being sold.
Its looking good by the way.
Anchor seal sprayed on the ends and hope for insects damage or minimal before being able to harvest? Thanks for the update
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
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Sorry if you already have this answered, but is your tractor and grapple capable of two 10 foot logs at once? The time efficiency increase would be enormous.
I haven't tried. Honestly, I'm not in a hurry so I doubt I will. The tractor loader has a lift capacity of 2,200lbs and the grapple weighs 450-ish.
Hey Jay I'm with some other comments. Is it southern yellow pine? If possible do 12 foot lengths which will come in handy for building. Lots of work! LOL! Maybe teach spouse how to use chainsaw?
I love using my grapple. Makes for some fun and easy work (after that chain sawing is done)
Your wife must be really bored sitting around waiting.
Probably so. But that's what she wanted to do. She's not on a leash. She can do as she pleases.
@@JayBates You got a good wife then!
Thanks for sharing.