Dream Firewood Equipment List Is Complete

[@dropshot1967]

With loading machines, you always have to make sure the bulk of the weight is above the axels and it is best to check if the load on your tow hitch is not exceeding the factory specifications. In the case of your traktor you might have to load it reversing into the trailer, with the weight of the engine being in the front of that machine. Also, while loading I would put some sort of bracing under the back of the trailer or the ramps, loading it like you did this time puts an enormous load (half the weight of your traktor or maybe even more) on the tow hitch and the connection in the up direction. It is not designed for that But that trailer will be a big asset. Now you can even make arrangements with tree services to go get firewood directly from them. check out "surviving country life" for how he did it.

[@kurtsimmons1587]

I know a lot of people don’t think about this. You should make a couple of wedges and place under your ramps to take the weight off of them while going up into your trailer. They had a little bend while going into but not too bad. But you never know when fatigue will set into the ramps.

[@sureflamefirewood4174]

Great move your going to love the benefits of a good trailer.. now load her up with split wood bring it to the shop and see how many bundles you can make with one load!!

[@HometownAcres]

I bet it would be a lot. I’m going to guess 150-200 bundles

[@philgriswold2133]

It looks like you pretty much have it covered. Nest step is full-time firewood guy, work from home, part-time accountant.

[@HometownAcres]

I like the sound of that

[@billrichardsjr]

Appalachian trailer is 4 minutes from where I live! You should have dropped by for a beer and chap wearing instructions! Lol

[@jasone9]

I don't think that trailer is going to work. You'd better bring that down to my place for a few weeks and let me work the kinks out for you.

[@HometownAcres]

That made me laugh haha

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Great video I would love to have a dump trailer

[@alexmattyspac7605]

Definitely a missing piece to the puzzle. It will without a doubt be a game changer. I really enjoy your channel, keep up the good work. Thanks.

[@TonysTractorAdventure]

I love the trailer. We need one as well. Enjoyed the video.

[@HometownAcres]

I haven’t used it much yet but I know it’s gonna be a blessing to have

[@digdrivediy]

I think you just cost me a dump trailer. Makes perfect sense! Now to go sell the wife!

[@HometownAcres]

Haha I should write a book, how to purchase your wife to let you buy a dump trailer.

[@DanKlein_1]

One thing I noticed that may help you or may not. I never knew about it until later in life because I never hauled a tractor. Be extra careful to block your wheels on the trailer or truck when loading if your truck is pointed down hill. As the tractor is being pulled up the ramp of the trailer, it can actually lift up your trailer tongue hard enough that it lifts your truck hitch and takes weight off the back wheels of your truck and could be enough that it will start rolling downhill. I have heard horror stories of this happening with bigger equipment. not sure it it applies here with lighter equipment. I saw it happen loading a full size farm tractor.

[@danielchambers1958]

I noticed the absence of wheel chocks as well . . .

[@jasone9]

Should throw a set of jack stands under the rear of the trailer to keep it from lifting up on the truck.

[@danielchambers1958]

@@jasone9 good idea!!!!

[@TERRORoftheLORD]

You will want to block in between the trailer tires when you are loading equipment. Easier on the the trucks transmission and keeps anything from moving.

[@mi-wood-dad696]

Just curious if you use the income from the firewood to slowly purchase or make payments on all the equipment. Or if its just a supplement income

[@HometownAcres]

Right now it’s just supplemental income. I haven’t started separating firewood money from my personal income from my job yet. But maybe something to consider in the future

[@Kvasir87]

Would be worth to check your tongue weight tho. Having the majority of the weight on the front of the trailer can throw you a curveball quickly. Happens to a lot of people here with their mid size pick ups. Snapping and bending frames because of bad load distribution

[@markjones4090]

Adam nice trailer. Having all the right tools really takes the hard work out of firewood processing. Now you just need a proper chainsaw (Stihl) ha ha.

[@HometownAcres]

Haha those Stihl 500i’s are around $1,800. I wish I had that kind of money to spend on a saw

[@joshbraman4227]

You are gunna love that thing. Got one for similar reasons... dude you end up opening so many other doors aswell. Fix the drive way, rent it out, deliver sand and gravel for friends family lol I swear mine is always in motion

[@HometownAcres]

That’s what I figured. I’ll find so many more uses for it than what I purchased it for

[@gregorydaugherty2405]

Nice setup Adam quick question for you on your tractor what is the lift height and capacity of it. Also what model I'm looking to replace my old jd 3010 with something smaller and compact for around my farm and for firewood. I'm also looking at a 8x20 gooseneck Appalachian dump good luck with your trailer

[@HometownAcres]

The lift capacity is rated at 1,835 lbs. I’m not sure the lift height. Maybe 8ft

[@PurpleCollarLife]

That's an awesome trailer! Perfect for your needs!

[@joeford7350]

I think you are going about expanding your business in the right way. Keep it up!

[@ThePete2432]

I like how you got the 6.5’ bed on your f-150... it’s rare vs the 5.5’

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? You are well set up now buddy!!! That trailer is some nice. Makes for a lot of possibilities for you. Flexibility is the key. Thanks for posting. Take care!!

[@healyfamily4]

Nice growth to your business. I have enjoyed watching you evolve your channel and business. Looking forward to seeing what the future brings.

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks Richard

[@andywyland2761]

I am a logger and for a smaller saw to carry around in the skidder a 455 rancher is perfect I run a 24 inch bar on it and it does fine.

[@KYKAYAKER274ey1]

Does that have electric or juice brakes on the trailer thanks for the awesome video brother

[@HometownAcres]

Yes it does have electric brakes

[@chancethompson8686]

After awhile of pulling that tractor and trailer around, you're gonna want a 3/4 ton pickup..

[@codykochan-erdman9620]

Ram 2500 with a cummins. No other way

[@chancethompson8686]

@@codykochan-erdman9620 Junk... Buy a duramax chevy, better mileage, better interior, better all around...

[@eliosullivan4880]

Hey Adam, how many hours do you have on your tractor now?

[@HometownAcres]

Right around 200 hours

[@OurGreeneAcres]

That’s a really nice trailer good addition to the fleet. Looks like you will have a pretty good load when the tractor is in tow as well just leave plenty of room for stopping. Take care brother

[@HamiltonvilleFarm]

Nice Adam! Happy for you!

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks Hank

[@Todd22560]

I'm not sure that you've mentioned how you dispose of the IBC plastic? Love the video and I love my Kioti DK45SE as well. Todd in NH.

[@HometownAcres]

We’re still figuring out a good way to get rid of them. So far I have been cutting them up with a saws-all into smaller pieces and putting them in our trash. I’ve tried calling around and there aren’t any recycling centers that take plastic. They are only interested in scrap metal

[@markjones4090]

@@HometownAcres couple of ideas, cut in half on the diagonal and use as roofs over your full totes. Cut top off drill holes in bottom and use as raised garden beds. Put on a trailer or carryall attach a 12 volt pump and use as a mobile water source, attach a fire fighting pump for dealing with fires. Many uses for them, cutting them up and throwing out seems a waste of a good container.

[@davinleclair5309]

Thank you adam for liking my comment. it means alot to me.

[@williamwilson6887]

Congrats on the new purchase Adam. I’m sure it’ll come in handy more time than you’ll have ever imagined. I know that Mike Morgan can’t stop raving about his similar trailer he has and both look very sturdy and well built. Stay safe

[@mattsfirewoodvideos738]

7x14 dump trailer thats a beautiful peice of equipment thats gonna be my next investment i have a 2010 tundra 5.7l long bed and your right about a full size truck I used to have a dodge dakota with a 6.5 foot bed but I can move so much more with my new truck for sure

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks Matt

[@lacanthrope2000]

Awesome addition! Just out of curiosity, did you create an LLC for your firewood business? Sorry if you've answered this before. Thanks!

[@HometownAcres]

I haven’t yet but It is something I’m considering

[@JayNguyen-qd7fk]

Solar /wood burn/methane ( ferment /cow dung etcetc)....you CAN DRY AT WILL...FANS + HEAT = MONEY. ...LOL... no...??

[@davinleclair5309]

i am 14 AND firewood is my hobby. Right now i own a country line 25 tun log spliter.

[@HometownAcres]

That splitter will serve you well. Especially in your early years. As you grow and sell more firewood you will eventually want something bigger but for right now that is perfect

[@davinleclair5309]

For adam. Thx for commenting. I am saving up for the Easton made axis. And for Christmas, I am pretty sure my mom bought me a tractor.

[@HometownAcres]

Sounds like it will be an excellent Christmas!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

@@davinleclair5309 Wow - best Christmas ever!

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

Nice Adam. I am looking at a dump trailer in the next 2 years. I am looking at something that can haul 1 cord at a time..

[@HometownAcres]

I was looking for something that would be multipurpose. Firewood and equipment hauling and a 7x14 dump trailer fit the bill perfectly

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

This is an extremely well done video! Your explanation of your equipment was logical and clear, and I greatly appreciate the obvious pride you have in your equipment and processes. Three thumbs up!

[@jng3150]

Well done Adam. Trailer was one of my earliest purchases. It gets used alot.

[@kimberleytramper8966]

Daniel sent me over from Arms Family Homestead. You have a nice setup to process the wood from trees!

[@HometownAcres]

Just trying to save from wearing out my body when I’m older. You can always buy more equipment when it wears out but a new back is much harder to come by. Thanks for watching and hope to hear from you again!

[@christhomas9837]

There are a ton of used for the trailer, you're going to love it. I bought one used this summer and my D rings are mounted on the floor too. Not the best place, the material gets hung up on them. Mine are bolted on and I'm going to move them to the side wall. Half tons can tow quite a lot these days.

[@HometownAcres]

Yeah I’m not crazy about the location of the d rings. They were in the way of the IBC totes. I had to tie them down with the tie down points on the outside wall of the trailer

[@daveholmes123]

Adam your getting a awesome set-up ! The dump trailer is sweet that's gonna be very handy, your definitely working smarter not harder! Every little bit helps keep up the great work 👍

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks Dave!

[@garny3766]

And being an accounting firewood magnate you need deductions😆

[@HometownAcres]

Precisely haha

[@HomesteadJay]

This is a great overview video of all the stuff you need to get into it for sure! Nice work on the new trailer! Very nice! its on my list lol

[@stannelson2582]

Hobby/business is going in the red like all fun hobbies. Good luck with the fun.

[@HometownAcres]

I’m not too worried about it. These are just as much toys for me as they are tools. As always it’s a hobby and hobbies cost money

[@JayNguyen-qd7fk]

Kicking and scratching til you got it covered...but a few sheds for dry storage , machine protection and raw goods IS NEXT..!..??

[@randygrider9758]

That def is the missing piece. I bought a dump trailer years ago, best work saver ever. Only issue is everyone wants to borrow it. Mine is only 6.5 x10, but I’d never part with it.

[@CGrib16]

Glad to see you growing! Love the new trailer Adam.

[@MrTackleberry79]

Liked. Tips... Use only Dot approved transport chain or equivalent rated QUALITY ratchet straps to tie down the tractor or sideXside. Read up on the legal way to tie down equipment. Put a block between the tires on the trailer so it can't roll when the toung lifts the F150 rear axle.(yes thats a real thing). Lastly, add some tie down points to the floor of the dump bed and use that for securing your loads and equipment. Great work and keep it up!

[@bryanblood7063]

I'd put that grapple in your bed payload will be fine with the trailer and tractor I'd have the tractor above the axles as much as possible I do the same thing as you but just for wood to burn at my home. I have a 2013 f150 EcoBoost and it pulled the rig a lot better. Dont listen to people you can do 12,500 all day with that if your trucks an EcoBoost, I totaled it and got a 2020 EcoBoost the added tourque the darn structure of the truck is not enough for how much and well the truck pulls. But the f150 and trailer was a great addition to your fleet.

[@briananderson7497]

Hey Adam. Is your tow vehicles Gross Combined Weight Rating being maxed out when you're loading up your trailer and your truck's bed as well? I'm sure you are familiar with GCWR but didn't want to make any assumptions. I'd been doing some research on getting a large dump trailer and I was seeing the legal ramifications of exceeding GCWR. If you are in an accident, you're fault or not, and you are over the legal limit, you can be legally held liable. The results can be pretty severe. I just wanted to make sure you were good and clear.

[@paulpane2113]

Nice equipment, should be securing that tractor loader arm with chain, if you hit a big bump at speed the hose might burst depressurization of hydrolic system could occur swinging that boom upwards, and possibly be a hazard. A Ford 1 ton diesel doually is maybe in your future, as your delivery loads increase. You're an American entrepreneurs model, sir. God bless you and your family with much prosperity.

[@billpendley2561]

I have been watching your channel for a while now and you mention that your equipment list is complete. In an earlier video you mentioned purchasing a sawmill. I have been operating my sawmill for a number of years now and would like to offer a little advice. I have watched a number of videos of people that go out and buy a new sawmill and the first thing they do is load up a beautiful log for that first cut. BAD MISTAKE! Learn what can go wrong before you dive in to that beautiful log. Nothing wrong with splitting a little firewood for sawmill practice.

[@mickeyfenn8951]

Hey Adam great set up. That’s the exact same trailer I’m looking at getting from Appalachia. How’s the quality? Like it so far?

[@kidphillyorg]

Adam, awesome video laying out the equipment in your operation. You're way in front of me. Thank you for giving specific steps and wisdom that will help me build my process smarter here in Philly. Made my first firewood video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKWsqIqMabydsMk Kept it simple. I will definitely be giving you and this channel a big shout out in future videos. You have been very encouraging and I greatly appreciate it! ~Will

[@HometownAcres]

Hey thanks Will. I just checked it out. Great job editing. I can’t believe you were cutting those big rounds with a top handle haha. That was impressive!

[@kidphillyorg]

@@HometownAcres you know what it's like starting out. You do the best with what you have until you can afford to upgrade. Thanks for checking out my video! Now I have to find good background music for my firewood videos. LOL!! Have a good night Adam.

[@HometownAcres]

It gets easier and easier as you start having success. So for background music start out with free stuff from KZbin audio library and then you can work your way into a paid subscription woth epidemic sound. That’s what I use now

[@kidphillyorg]

@@HometownAcres took your advice for background music.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKvUenWmds50f7s

[@fricknjeep]

looking good see ya friday john

[@rowdyharrisgrowyourbusines7812]

Have you ever considered getting a Halverson Processor? I have been talking to the company and if your tractor has the required specs it c an absolutely run the processor. I was just wondering because it looks like your setup would be awesome for the processor and if you got it you wouldn't have to touch the wood even one time during the process from cutting it to selling it and it is extremely fast. Just a thought. Look it up on KZbin. They are pretty incredible.

[@waynejohnson9855]

the trailer was a huge labor saver for me next to my skid steer.

[@brodycampbell2990]

I’ve seen 7x14 dump trailers with 14k GVW. 7k pound axles

[@kaybee9000]

Cool, where did you get the totes?😁

[@HometownAcres]

A subscriber near by had 10 he wanted to get rid of and contacted me so I got these ones for free

[@troywilliams159]

Chock your trailer and truck tires before you load/unload your tractor. Will keep you from taking an unexpected ride.

[@class8garage308]

Rent u haul trailer cheaper no investment few times you use trailer per year, plus you need federal inspection on trailer and a US DOT number on your pickup as your a commercial business now

[@enochperkins9835]

My father in law used to use an old wooden sided manure spreader to bring blocked wood out of the woods. It was narrow enough to make it through and big enough tires for clearance and weight capacity. He used an old Cleetrack tractor/dozer

[@GPOutdoors]

Congratulations Adam! You're all set now. Merry Christmas!

[@HometownAcres]

Merry Christmas Gord

[@EastonmadeWoodSplitters]

The dump trailer will help out a lot adam. Great video. Keep up the good work.

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks Andrew

[@albuser8641]

I see you bought an Appalachian trailer. What was the price range? Thanks, Tony

[@leighspeck5260]

Like to know how much that lot cost you over there? Compared to over here in England...

[@deonrobinson2774]

you are doing good work young man but your goal should be working toward a 3/4 ton or a 1 ton truck to pull with or even a dually because you will wear a 1/2 ton truck faster keep up the good work and keep doing you thing i am proud of you

[@jeanvaljohn3921]

Especially like the tall backrest on those pallet forks, Who makes the forks/ backrest that you put on the tractor , please?

[@class8garage308]

First Mistake was buying a toy Polaris ranger instead of Mule FX kids toy for trail riding only not workhorse on farm

[@heavenbound1536]

JUST BE SURE NOT TO PURCHASE A BELLS 8000 FIREWOOD PROCESSOR.....

[@evilreddog]

if you have not seen it before, i can reccomend firewood sacks that we commonly use here in norway. they are easy to fill and stack once cut, can be dried in the sack and then delivered directly to consumers. Fits well on pallets for volume sale as well. With good wood a sack can last just about a days worth of burning. Comes in different sizes as well. If you decide to experiment with them be sure to get sacks that are UV proof, or you will just tear them apart if you have them outside for drying.

[@byronperkins8330]

how about a flip up extension/chute for your conveyor, something to take on and off so you can still travel

[@jefftaussig7373]

Great information. Any chance to do an updated video 3 years later?

[@melissamcelroy1264]

What liter v8 do u have in that truck?

[@HometownAcres]

I believe it’s the 5.0

[@davinleclair5309]

I also love that trailer. Real nice,

[@hornett22]

You like your junk. At least you got a good tractor. You can pull the ford and polaris with it.

[@DudeRanchDIY]

Congrats on the trailer Adam! I kind of acquired equipment in the opposite order of you with my dump trailer being first but they are the best! Plus they can hold a ton of ibc totes! My tractor fits the same way with the grapple hanging over the bulkhead with the chipper on the rear...Looking forward to seeing how you put it to use in future videos. 🍻

[@OhioHillTopsHobbyFarm]

What a great setup Adam! Thanks for the video, take care 🤠

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks Davey

[@donnydez4431]

Great video! Just wondering what tires are you running on your truck they look great!

[@traviscover590]

I like your new video today you did a really good jop you do a good jop on your video today buddy

[@michaelroberts1342]

The trailer will be a game changer.

[@jeffy1466]

Be careful hauling the tractor around if this is your first time hauling it. Uneven weight distribution could cause your trailer to start swaying on the road as you go faster. It's a very scary feeling and hard to get under control if it starts happening. Appalachian will be my choice for a dump trailer as well when the time comes. I'm just waiting until I have the cash to pay for it, I'm done financing crap.

[@HometownAcres]

Yup. Paying cash is the way to go. That’s what we did

[@chuckhanlon5903]

What is the total cost for all the equip? Thank for what you do!

[@jeremiahhaas567]

What do you do with the plastic tanks from the totes?

[@chrisallen399]

Nice trailer. You can always strap down your implements into the F150 bed. Love to watch how all of you firewood guys keep growing. Reminding us all that it can be done.

[@HometownAcres]

That’s probably what I’ll end up doing. Adding my ballast to the bed of the f150 and the. Pull it out with the forks when I need it

[@jmfarmstexas9078]

Congrats on the new trailer You have a nice set up for sure

[@davetraver4655]

Thanks for showing how you have developed your business the way you have, Adam. It's nice to have advice when I'm getting ready to retire and start my own homestead and place in the country. Don't think I want to sell firewood, but would like to do a lot of the same things as you do and heat my home and shop with wood. I'd also like to have a sawmill too, but you can get into those next. Hint, Hint... Thanks for all you do!!

[@HometownAcres]

A sawmill is something else I would love to have. But it may be a little while away

[@toddpac1]

Just curious why that brand of dump trailer?

[@1968dodger2419]

What kind of price do you sell your wood at?

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

Awesome. Now you got the whole set up. Glad you were able to get more totes.

[@seankillian5062]

You forgot to mention the picaroo.... lol

[@MoneypitHomestead]

Love watching this video and you have a great equipment list and I have some of this but not all LOL

[@HometownAcres]

It’s taken me 3 years to accumulate this list. It certainly didn’t happen overnight

[@danielchambers1958]

I think I have overloaded my Ranger 570 as well . . . great video!

[@HometownAcres]

It’s easy to do with red oak haha

[@WoolysWorld]

Brilliant man

[@dwersch6623]

Hé Adam, Nice operation you got there! Did you go with the V8 f150? and how you made the decision for your engine choice? As a Dutchmen I love those engines! Don’t see them around a lot here unfortunately.

[@HometownAcres]

Yes I went with the v8. I chose it because it’s the tried and true engine. All these v6 eco boosts haven’t been on the road long enough in my opinion to trust them

[@autodidact9122]

Great video. Where do you get your ibc totes from?

[@SeeMooreVids]

Quick question: Are all IBC TOTES rated at 275 gallons? Thx

[@HometownAcres]

No. There are some bigger and some smaller. I usually go often the 330 gallon totes

[@jr-a-cat]

Very nice addiction to the family

[@turnintoo7887]

This dude doesn't mess around

[@bwillan]

I think the next equipment addition to the arsenal would be a firewood bucket for your tractor. That way you can sell bulk firewood (unseasoned) by the dump trailer load to anyone who wants it. Mike Morgan at Outdoors with the Morgans does that with his dump trailer and firewood production equipment.

[@HometownAcres]

I agree a firewood bucket would be really nice to have. Maybe the list isn’t quite done yet

[@bwillan]

@@HometownAcres I suspect you know that the equipment list is always 1 item longer than what you have. LOL