Can Edge Tamers Prevent Grass Destruction?

[@eosjoe565]

I have a set of Artillian forks but for a lot of yard cleanup, storm cleanup and tree trimming chores I find the Edge Tamers with Edge Extenders to be more useful. With the Edge Extenders it allows me to rake up all the small debris and put it in the bucket while laying the larger limbs and branches across the Edge Extenders. I then take it all to the burn pile in one trip. This is something you can not do with forks alone.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, forks have ‘holes’ in them which don’t do so well with small branches! :-)

[@deere911]

You should be a teacher Tim. You explain things very well, it reminds me of my favorite teachers in school. Big difference between someone who tells people how do something and people who teach. Your videos with reviews of trailers, tractors and attachments are very good and every time you teach someone how to run your equipment i'm amazed at how fast they catch onto it. You just have that teaching skill.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Kary. Very kind words. I appreciate it.

[@brucealvarez9263]

Ordered three 4" edge tamers yesterday. All 3 sizes are backordered 3 weeks. Must be a lot of people watching TTWT. Mine should get here just in time for Christmas! Seems like besides not ripping up the grass, you could end up filling low spots in the lawn as a side benefit ;)

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Bruce.

[@denisewildfortune4058]

I love my Edge Tamers and your discount. I had several yards of loam dropped all around my property to fill holes where large rocks had been removed and to level low spots. They worked wonderfully!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Glad they are working for you, Denise! They work well with loam!

[@amhungry2163]

“Too much instruction can frustrate a new user.” This is very sage advice! As long as the user is being safe, they should play around with the machine.

[@tretter1452]

I have my edge tamers already, I cleaned a fairly large pile of mulch right off my gravel driveway earlier this year without issue, very little gravel got mixed in which made me happy and what was left over was hardly anything to rake up and remove completely from the drive. Quickest so far I have been able to get the mulch spread around our property and almost no cleanup hassle. So far very happy with them and would certainly recommend! Can't wait to play in the snow now as they came a bit late for last winter season due to the high demand.

[@GrampysTractor]

Look at Zack, looking like a professional moving that dirt. The edge tamers sure make easy work for a novice to not tear up the grass

[@TractorTimewithTim]

You need a set of them Ken! ...maybe then you can convince the finance committee that you Must have a tractor!

[@mikehornsby599]

Tim you are a great teacher the edge tamer makes short work of a big job!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Mike.

[@botabob]

My Edge Tamers arrived a week ago and put them to use immediately. I really like the results. I put a lot of stones in the grass already this year using my snow plow. I think I will save my plow for deeper snows and use the edge tamer for the smaller snow falls. I wish I would have watched one of your edge tamer videos sooner. Thanks for sharing your experiences here on You Tube.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Robert! Glad they are working for you.

[@micham64]

I got a pair haven't used them yet but really liked how you showed how well they work. Thanks Tim

[@6013kmb]

Got my Edge Tamers for my 3025 last week. Can't wait to use them.

[@pgg0024]

I bought a set after seeing you feature them this last winter. They work well

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Excellent. Glad they are working for you! Thanks!

[@ronmack1767]

Another great episode. Great ad for the edgetamers. I really like my edgetamers. I've used them in mulch and gravel on grass and never scalped at all. Y'all take care and God bless.

[@fishnd]

I bought a set with the discount code. Haven't used them in snow yet but am excited to try it. I think they will work well for other tasks in the yard too. I have even used them as hooks to lift and hold up things in the air.

[@CnSFarms]

Yep! I'll be gettin a set of Edge Tamers for "Willis", my 1026R. Thanks for the TTWT code!

[@curtwhite876]

Never heard of edge tamers. Those are awesome! Made a first timer look like a pro, I agree, that was not an easy task. For snow though, I had a buddy weld brackets onto a grader blade and I have a three-point adapter plate that mounts on the front end loader. With that rig I can angle the blade and push snow while driving forward without packing it down. Great video!

[@Sean_Hartley]

I ordered Edge Tamers and Extenders after I saw your snow video with them. They are by far the best investment I've made since purchasing my tractor. Thanks for another great video!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Sean!

[@spdmonkey]

Love my edge tamers but my neighbor borrowed them and never returned them. Thanks for the reminder to get them back before winter!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Uhoh! We started a neighborhood fight :-)

[@nashguy207]

Tim those edge Tamers do a great job and don't tear up the turf or what ever surface your cleaning off. I would defiantly get a pair if I owned a small tractor. Great demonstration of how good they work. Zach was doing a great job but if it wasn't for the Edge Tamers I'M sure Zach would been digging up the turf when he was pushing the dirt back in the trench. Great video. Have a great day. God Bless!!!

[@flashtech6492]

bought a set last fall I love them...I use them with Bucket Wings (which I also bought) and couldn't be happier with the end result...on my 2320 J.D.

[@BennyViola]

Nice Zach! Don’t sweat it bud you did great for the first time. And like Tim said I always overshoot the trench with the fill. Great video as always Tim and look forward to the next.

[@lcazier619]

Got my snow blower hooked up and ready for snow. Getting the mower deck quick attach and front weights off is quite the chore.

[@thirstywolfpack3977]

Wow !! those edge tamers worked really good on protecting the grass

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep. Amazing how well they work!

[@robertproteau4113]

Zach is awesome hope to see him in more of your vids.

[@johng1335]

I use mine all the time w and w/o the extenders... Perfect for what you just used them for!

[@billfox6478]

Just ordered a set from Canada with extensions. Pretty excited for them, Thanks for the discount Tim! Cheers

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I think you'll love em.

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

They look like a nice addition to a bucket!!!

[@Solar2go]

I bought mine this summer. All ready to try out in the snow.

[@ncsucpetractorfun]

Tim, you can also use these to get mulch in your bucket and leave the grass under the mulch. It worked great for me! Great video.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep. They work for that as well!

[@gdeisig]

Good info Tim. I already added wings to my rear blade and mounted it to my front fork frame for a snow pusher. So I'm ready to give it a go this winter!

[@ElkCreekAcres]

Great video Tim, I met the R2 guys at Empire Farm Days and bought a set for snow removal but in the meantime I’ve used them for similar projects such as this too. Wouldn’t be without them after using them. Btw, real good down to earth guys.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes. Great guys!

[@rthawker1]

I've kept them in mind since seeing them in what I believe was your first video with them after you got them. I now have a set on order with the edge extenders since they are only $15 each. They are on a slight backorder and I should hopefully get a shipping confirmation the first week of November. BTW thanks for the discount code.

[@akbychoice]

Only been into two Menards, wish they were in more places. Edge Tamers a great addition. Are you using the bucket in float mode? Saw snow yesterday at the 6,000 ft level in NC.

[@sherryw-ponyluv-er2394]

I’m a manure mover. I relocate from near the barn out to the field to compost. I always dig up my area a little. I think these will solve that problem.

[@davechrzan7150]

I have found that they are also good for helping to level dirt and take minor high spots out. Also for moving mulch or stone that is piled on a lawn.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Dave!

[@mikefortune4796]

Hi Tim and Christy nice job but fair play to Zach he took to it like a duck to water and he done a great job for a guy that has never done it before

[@gimpyRW]

I have a set in the garage I suppose since we've already had 1 snow it would be a good time to put them on. I'm hoping they help build up my wife's confidence in clearing the driveway knowing that she won't dig into the driveway or lawn. Obviously when I'm able to I'll get out and do the work, however, I think it will be good for her to learn how to do it just in case I can't get outside.

[@davem5370]

Great video, especially using a novice operator to show how forgiving edge tamers can be.

[@stanleybroadhead8978]

Looks like they work great. Operator just needs a little more seat time. Good video Tim.

[@drewwilke1733]

I have a medical condition called professional operatoritis. Whenever I watch someone else doing a job they are new at while have the knowledge and know how to do the job quicker. My brain goes bazerk. Like wanting to try the operator to tilt this, pull that, turn, forward, reverse, slow, fast. Just a curse of an experienced operator I guess

[@MrMarb100s]

keep up the good work tim

[@mcinkyt]

That was pretty good thinking on your part

[@Robertdrivesaway]

Great video. This got me off the fence about ordering Edge Tamers. Just ordered three.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks!

[@E_R_I_K]

I'm waiting for the coupon code that gets you a free Johnny with purchase of edge tamers 😜

[@peterkober6758]

Tim and Zak enjoyed video we are looking at the tamer to pick up black walnuts have a number of trees God Bless PaK

[@MrTks1959]

Another nice video Tim. So, you have now sold me on the Edge Tamers for summer use, but do you have a trick for keeping the snow from sticking to the inside of the bucket? I have found that the loader bucket is the least efficient way to clear snow because it always sticks to the inside of the bucket here in the interior northwest.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

One tip...make sure you allow the bucket to get cold before you fill it with snow. It won’t stick as much if the bucket is the same temp as outdoor temp. But yea, the bucket is not the best snow removal option available.

[@justinwright6611]

Certainly makes it heaps easier and neater. Speaking of buckets have you ever done any discussions or comparisons between General Purpose buckets V 4 in 1 buckets? I’ve looked through most of your material but can’t seem to find much information on the pros and cons.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No one has sent me a 4-in-1 bucket.

[@justinwright6611]

Tractor Time with Tim so I need to find a quality company to send you a 4 in 1 to test. ;) Challenge set. :)

[@RJ4O4]

although you did specify edge tamers for plowing a gravel driveway i would definitely not use them on an asphalt one. I use the loader bucket to plow a 24 car asphalt condominium parking lot and sidewalks and a great feature of not only the float position on the loader arm is the ability to tilt the bucket downward a bit to get the best "bite" you can. Its fantastic for not only getting almost all the snow off but also hard to take up ice as well. Also the ability to tilt the bucket edge downward to pull snow back from up close to the buildings and garages. This does what no truck service ever could for us in terms of manuverability and cleaning up after a storm. The loader + bucket also lets you get the snow piles much higher which is a big issue as well for us given space limitations and just getting so much snow in New England. It does take longer than a snow pusher would but i think its well worth the extra time. At least this is what all my reisidents tell me who say that since we started with this tractor and loader bucket last season they've never been happier ! :)

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, no need for edge tamers on asphalt for snow.

[@jeremyarbogast5745]

I ordered a set two weeks ago but they are on back order which is frustrating to me hopefully I receive them before the snow come here in the WV mountains.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Hang in there. Good things come to those who wait! These things are great. You will love them.

[@chancecarlton8403]

I really like these

[@blitzburghbilly7813]

THAT REALLY DID TURNOUT TO BE A PRETTY KOOL DEMONSTRATION THERE TIM, WELL DONE 👍🏼 👏🏼 ...... ( KNUCKLE👊🏽BUMP ) T.T.W.T. .....

[@deanbarr5740]

Tim thats a gotta have it. I didn't even know such a tool existed. Where do you get something like this? Thanks for sharing this.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Link in description. Discount code TTWT. Watch the entire video, I talk through it in detail

[@deanbarr5740]

Thank you, i was multi tasking and typing while watching, afterwards I seen you had all the details. Thanks Tim.

[@crazyhass84]

Fantastic tip!!!

[@gtoboss600]

What model year is Johnny? Just went to my dealer yesterday to get a quote on Johnny’s brother! Used 2014 with 177 hours, I have been contemplating this decision for quite sometime. I think watching TTWT videos over the past few years has “brain washed” me lol! But on a serious note these videos have been great in showing what these compact tractors are all about.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Ours is a 2014 model ~380 hours Wanna buy it? We might be ready to look at a new one. :-)

[@gtoboss600]

It’s going in a museum if I do lol! Probably the most famous 1025r in the world at this point!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Ha!

[@suburbantractor9125]

They say that a person will be happy with whatever tractor they buy, green, orange, red, blue... they all help you get work done. For me, the John Deere quick connect and the loader control on the fender were desirable. However, and this shouldn't matter, it just looks nice! It has such a quality feel to it, and the seat is comfy too. I hope you get one and enjoy it as much as my wife and I are enjoying ours.

[@pioneerAv]

4:54 he made me so nervous sticking his fingers in the bucket arms

[@slhasebroock]

Have you also used the edge extender. What to do think and how much would it lift without damage to extender, tamer and bucket?

[@eosjoe565]

I have used my Edge Extenders extensively on my 2720 to haul HUGE tree sections and HUGE limbs. I have no doubt some of the loads were several hundred pounds easy. I once carried a 20-foot section of tree that was about 10-inches in diameter. When used as intended the Edge Extenders can help cradle huge loads in the bucket.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, they are much stronger than they first appear.

[@slhasebroock]

@@eosjoe565 Ok thank you!

[@slhasebroock]

Thanks! @@TractorTimewithTim

[@72hourbob61]

My boss CAN NOT level our bucket to save his life. Zach did a fine job.

[@5075E]

Thinking about ordering a pair for my 1025R for plowing snow and gravel. The other issue I think they will solve is plowing my sidewalks up and down the block. Have been doing it with my 4 wheeler and blade up to this point. The sidewalk slabs are not always flush with each other and stick up in places causing the bucket to catch and putting tremendous shock loads to the tractor and trying to eject the operator(me). I think these will solve that dilemma .... what do you think now that you've used them?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

They will solve the issues you are describing. They work quite well. Don’t forget TTWT for a 5% discount.

[@tevdirtbike]

I want to see a video of that concrete being hauled off. Lets see if the f-150 and the single axle trailer do a good job.

[@chad2141]

Awesome video as always

[@Alanschmalzried]

But TTWT...the weather folks promise El Niño🤣 However, I’m ordering edge tamers for my Johnny...I’m convinced!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Alan!

[@johanbos160]

Nice video tim and it works great👍

[@tomkeating65]

Maybe you should put some paint on both the rod indicator and the loader arm to show if the bucket is level? Another great video from the KZbin hero's !

[@RJ4O4]

you dont have to do that. there's a bend in the rod indicator bar. when that bend is on top of the bracket..the bucket is level. (as long as the indicator bar is properly adjusted that is )

[@tomkeating65]

@@RJ4O4 visual clues are faster.

[@RJ4O4]

@@tomkeating65 the bend is very visual. look at tims video at the 4 second mark. see how the bar is just totally bent backward? That bend ...when its resting on the bracket = bucket is level. :)

[@tomkeating65]

@@RJ4O4 better yet, devise a digital gauge to ensure the bucket is level.

[@RJ4O4]

@@tomkeating65 watch this video from the 14 minute forward mark. you'll see how easy it is to see the bucket is level with the bent rod indicator. when the bend part is in the bracket..its level :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHncfaKCeMSrms0

[@rogerstoll460]

Good Video, it look like it work good.

[@tootall5559]

Seems to me if there was a way to angle the blade, you could move the dirt or the snow much quicker. You should build something like a snowplow blade for it, Something that fits right on the regular bucket. You know people in the business, they could help you out. Every job I've been on has forks for the bucket that make it into a forklift. Those aren't hard to make if you can cut and weld steel at all. in fact that little Johnny would make a great little fork lift.

[@floydferguson5366]

Great video!

[@AgricultureINDIA-91]

Nice video 👍 👍 👍

[@lodprice2343]

Good video.

[@Spicoli1Bilek]

I live in northern Indiana ride along the lake and I've got a little private road that I live on so between me and the four other houses I've got about a mile driveway to clear and it's all Stone I think these would work great where do I pick them up at

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Edgetamer.com -use coupon code TTWT for 5% discount

[@zaphodbeeblebrox6768]

I'm wondering... If you put on only one Edgetamer instead of two, wouldn't the bucket act a little like a tilted dozer blade making it easier to grade something slightly unlevel into something level? I know it wouldn't give you much because there's little slack, but what do you think?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Not sure. It might work!

[@nealmiller6110]

I like the edge tamers

[@phill903]

The edge tamer really save on the grass ;-)

[@akbychoice]

Were/are there any permits required in a situation like this to be piping runoff water directly into the lake? In some places I’ve seen where the pipe exits into a sort of rock/gravel/sand catchment to filter out things.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

You live in NC? Remember, this is Indiana. We have MUCH less government than the East/Nottheast. You guys can keep your big government! :-)

[@akbychoice]

Tractor Time with Tim just south of the NC border in SC, born and schooled in S IL, lived most of my life in AK. Moved to SC so wife could be closer to family between NJ and FL. I agree with you on to much big government. Have a niece near Evansville, IN.

[@richardf9137]

Got some on your recommendation!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Richard!

[@bernarrcoletta7419]

How far above the water level in the lake is the end of the drain? It only looks like an inch or two. Happy Sunday

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Basically, right at the water level...just above.

[@robertbunch8362]

I guess they very recently changed their website from edgetamers.com to r2manufacturing.com. just ordered my 4 inchers to get ready for winter. Also have the JD blade with home-made wings and delrin edge. Again, Tim, thank you for all your videos that save the rest of us casual users a lot of mistakes and time! BTW, do you have a pile of other junk stuff that you've tried that didn't work? Might make a good comedy video as long as no blood was shed or other good equipment damaged! I love the short out-takes at the end of each of your vids. Maybe a bloopers vid?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We never make mistakes, so there are no bloopers! :-). Just kidding!

[@jimmarshallman6300]

Goodonya Zach! :)

[@paulholaway1848]

How would the Edge Tamers work on a concrete driveway? I have several cracks so I don't want to catch them with the edge of the bucket. Thought the Edge Tamers would work for that. Would they leave red paint marks on the concrete?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No, I don’t think you will see scratches. For one thing, the paint wears off quickly :-) Just run them in the street for awhile before your driveway (just kidding) We have a video from last summer picking up soil off of an asphalt drive which was in horrible condition. It was very uneven. Check it out.

[@paulholaway1848]

@@TractorTimewithTim Thanks, Tim. By the way, I live just north of you a ways near Mishawaka, IN. My son is also a Purdue student! He is a sophomore. Boiler up!

[@michaelsa892]

So when I order a set there going to be confused when they send them to Florida

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Ha! Always be prepared!

[@coryhart6533]

Im sure you have mentioned it numerous times but what is the life capacity of the loader both from a stock standpoint and with your full big weight set

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I think the rating is around 650 lb to full height. It can lift >1000 off the ground, but not very high. The hydraulics are the limiting factor. Of course, rear ballast is required.

[@coryhart6533]

Thanks TTWT

[@lorrainebradshaw970]

I have been watching your videos and am learning quite a lot. I also notice that is it seems like most commenters are men. I have a 1023e. I had never thought of becoming a tractor owner. When I went to purchase a lawn mower that did a little more than mow the lawn, the guy told me I would save money if I purchased the tractor. I have-not yet tried the bucket because I do not have any weights, which the man forgot to tell me I should have. I have watched your heavy hitch video and am trying to figure out which would be better, the hitch or the imatch to hook up other things also.? Do you have any suggestions as to how I can really learn what I need to beyond watching videos. I have mowed my yard a few times and am feeling pretty comfortable using it. I wish there was a class.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Lorraine, thanks for your comment. The IMatch mounts between the heavy hitch and the 3 point hitch arms. The Heavy Hitch will then attach to the IMatch. So, I would recommend getting both. You’ll also need weights for your Heavy Hitch (to make it Heavy :-) ) HeavyHitch.com has the weights as well as the heavy hitch.

[@lorrainebradshaw970]

thank you very much. :) I am going to assume it is better to get the heavy hitch than the ballast box? I did watch that video. I also enjoy seeing your wife and daughter helping and driving. @@TractorTimewithTim

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I prefer to ballast box for the reasons mentioned. ...but it IS more expensive.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We have a great time together as a family. Thanks!!

[@rjacobs1200]

What size did you get for your tractor 3 or 4 inch?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

3 inch. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@rjacobs1200]

@@TractorTimewithTim thanks

[@avs8870]

How did you bring both toys to the playground?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, two trips

[@FishFind3000]

Do they make a sod cutting tool you can easily put on the tractor or mini ex? Then you can save the grass.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

This grass will be fine anyway.

[@leejohnson1790]

love your vids

[@aidenmackay5737]

i dont get why you need them in the winter when you have the snow plow

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Think outside the box, Aiden. We are here to help folks in all situations. Not EVERYONE has a concrete driveway.

[@boomstickkid]

does a 1025r have "float" control for the bucket?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes

[@michigantler5046]

cool

[@gliderider7077]

Ugh..no snow

[@compacttractortv5074]

Whats happening with the bigger tractor?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Nothin. For now. Sorry. Other big news coming, though! Stay tuned!

[@martinperuski1226]

Tim, I think these are a little over priced. Maybe 75.00 a pair.

[@carys1157]

It's like my dad used to say not everyone can play a violin.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No, but the better analogy concerning edge tamers is "Everyone CAN play a Kazoo" :-)

[@andrewlyon6834]

Don't you have a ventrac

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Didn’t then, but what is your point?

[@johnbrown9623]

The single function JD HYD system would drive me crazy. Sure you get on to it, But why ?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Well, it isn't as bad as we made it appear there. I don't find it much of an issue. However, using Casey's electro hydraulics for just a few minutes is like another world :-)

[@Sparky20Simulation]

I used to want those, but i don't know what i would need them for:)

[@TractorTimewithTim]

So?? Do we have to NEED everything we get? :-). Just joking.

[@alaindepot8329]

B

[@shaftysgaming9857]

Doesn't your tractor have flotation on it ,put the bucket down and pick it up of the ground a tad the bucket will float

[@rcguymike]

If you do that for dirt it will ride up and you won't get it all most of the time

[@shaftysgaming9857]

@@rcguymike I never had a problem doing it

[@rcguymike]

It's just not fool proof, lol. Gotta be paying attention 😁

[@shaftysgaming9857]

@@rcguymike true I put plow markers on my bucket so I can see it hard with a cab on it

[@eosjoe565]

James Bristol - Actually, as soon as you pick the bucket up off the ground a tad it is no longer in float. :-) It **IS** possible to do what Tim is doing without Edge Extenders but you will peel up huge sections of turf 90% of the time. Been there, done that, had to plant more grass. :-)

[@thnksno]

I have a set for my Kubota. They do work well, making it almost impossible to gouge into the surface. However, I've found I get nearly the same results making sure the bucket is level, then letting it float. I don't push a lot of snow with the bucket, I prefer the rear blade. You can make similar tamers for the rear blade by simply cutting PVC pipe lengthwise on a table saw, then fit the blade into the cut. Depending on your setup, you'd need to experiment with the best size PVC pipe, but the smaller diameter PVC and thinner the cut the tighter it grips the blade. It picks up no rocks. Here's an image of what it should look like. goo.gl/images/voVmm5

[@tedr35]

Brilliant!

[@Videogamerforlife69]

the people that have to use a bucket for snow I feel very sorry for them. I got 2 snow pusher, 2 snow plows and if I use a bucket its oversized for snow

[@RJ4O4]

i use a bucket on a 24 car driveway. works great.

[@RandyBeretta-db5bg]

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