How to cut down a tree and stump with a reciprocating saw or sawzall

Special tree pruning BLADES:
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12 inch amzn.to/2KDTCP4
Makita Sawzall I used: amzn.to/2LY6sox
Makita Sawzall cordless: amzn.to/2M1kBRE
This video is a "quick" way to cut down a tree and remove trunk with a reciprocating saw and a truck. I used a demo blade because it was the only one I had. DO NOT use a demo blade (of course, if it's all you got then use it - because it did work). I would use pruning blades which I have linked below.

[@BenKickert]

Get yourself a 12" pruning blade... I haven't had to use a chainsaw around the house since I bought mine.

[@how2q]

You are so right! Honestly, this project came about when I was cutting some small limbs back. After getting pricked numerous times, It became man vs tree!lol I had wanted to take it out for a bit and the makita with demo blade was all I had at the house. Going to pin your comment to share with others because a 12 or 9" pruning blade is the way to go. I have a link to amazon for it in the description. Thank you for watching and your comment.

[@BenKickert]

Here is what I am using, and they are awesome! www.amazon.com/d/Reciprocating-Saw-Blades/Bosch-5-Piece-12-Inch-Reciprocating-RP125/B000FAPPAA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540310423&sr=8-1&keywords=bosch+12+pruning+reciprocating

[@dannypaul2583]

pruning blade ??

[@BenKickert]

@@dannypaul2583 See the link in my comment above, or just google "12" reciprocating pruning blade" on Amazon. There are several that are high quality. I personally like the bosch.

[@dannypaul2583]

@@BenKickert I did Google and Thnks a bunch

[@gregblackburn4280]

Good to see someone pulling a tree down with a vehicle and done the correct way.

[@natashajohnsonphotography8041]

Great video! You've inspired me to buy a sawzall to remove some tree stumps myself!

[@how2q]

If/when you do, get special blade for trimming trees. I made due with what I had, it worked but probably would have gone faster with right blade. Tip: Don't do it when it's 100 outside like I did! Thank you for watching

[@cdtero]

Hi. Greetings from Venezuela.... Thanks for sharing this demonstration... I love all kind of tools... Unfortunately, They are very expensive here...

[@how2q]

So i have heard!! Well this tool has so many uses and a lot cheaper than a chainsaw!

[@samanthastevens1890]

Love the idea about digging to get as much root out as possible. Although I have an oak tree, this is awesome to help with not having a huge trunk left after being cut down. Cant wait.

[@how2q]

Just plan it on a day when it is a lot cooler!

[@radicalauthenticity316]

Love the humor (that you need for some types of labor) and what a refreshing & enjoyable work video

[@how2q]

Thank you...I just have had a live look at the temperature...mid 90's...it was definitely a man vs nature situation. It was nice to see it come down when I was done. Thank you for watching!

[@Mixwell1983]

Git er done Ranger !! I used to have a 2001 ranger xlt with the 3.0 vulcan. Loved that little truck. Traded it in for my Kia optima and now have a family. Hope to get a truck again some day.

[@rhinoman6380]

Same. I miss my Blue Chevy short body 1500

[@Peanut20]

for most trees after cutting a it down to about 4 feet (no limbs or leaves left) lightly dig around its base, pour a ton of salt around the roots, give it about 3 weeks, and then just push the tree real hard, and keep pushing, and it will come out with its root. it works best in areas with soft soil

[@how2q]

Man, great advice...i guess i was a little impatient with this one!

[@gregblackburn4280]

Used a Dewalt 20V reciprocating saw with "demolition blade" to cut down two trees yesterday. Friend helped with a rope while wife was up on roof topping the trees with my Dewalt pole saw. Pole saw not meant for horizontal cuts but it was the best we could do with where trees were located. All went well. Trees safely topped with the pole saw and trunks cut down with the reciprocating saw. Loaded into my trailer and off to the landfill tomorrow. You can do a lot with a good reciprocating saw ("sawzall"). At some point I'll invest in a solid, gasoline-powered chainsaw.

[@how2q]

Quick question… At any time during this process, were you thinking… Most accidents happen at home! Lol that’s awesome. Screw chainsaws!

[@gregblackburn4280]

@@how2q No, it did not, for the simple reasons I wasn't at home and I put safety first on everything I do. Thank you. I don't hate chainsaws, it's just that what I do doesn't typically require those. At some point I want to get a good Stihl for such work but I'm more interested in getting a leaf vacuum right now.

[@Cronoviajero]

I learned a lot with these video. Thanks for the hard work.

[@how2q]

Thank you...I seem to make all these decisions (take down the tree) at the hottest time of the year (we live in Phoenix)!lol Thank you for watching. If you do use a sawmill, there are blades specifically for pruning (trees). Here is a link to one from Milwaukee:www.maxtool.com/milwaukee-48-00-1304-9-inch-5-tpi-hardened-pruning-sawzall-blade-5pk?google=1&CAWELAID=230005740000045788&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=19685619371&CATCI=pla-185264895371&gclid=Cj0KCQiAzMDTBRDDARIsABX4AWyvBVO9DiOqT90vcqA-eoS6PX0v_jY2FujjtcVnkAtcL-wU2bokG7kaAll2EALw_wcB

[@jwinaz]

Opening seconds....."That dude is in Phoenix" Good job

[@how2q]

Don’t you love living in phoenix and decide to do outdoor projects in JULY!!lol

[@charlesarthur1014]

Excellent method of stump removal leaving yourself that leverage.

[@how2q]

LOL, learned the hard way from previous experience. Thanks for watching!

[@joepro3562]

That's weird, I just cut down 2 trees with my Sawzall, one 10" and another 8" diameter and I come in the house, log on, and see this.

[@how2q]

Haha big brother watching you! I did it the hard way…didn’t have a pruning blade.

[@artesprovitaacademyllc4133]

Great DIY and FUNNY!!!!!

[@ChristopherPausz]

Looks like my old ranger 96 XLT extended cab, same color and yes I’ll be using a Sawzall to cut down a massive pine bush that pretty much turned into a tree

[@how2q]

Ha, yup...a 97 that I have since let go. Should have NEVER sold it. Love that truck! Get a pruning blade if you can.

[@gyver471]

Great video

[@dougl409]

Great job! I have a big stump to remove. I wish I had left some leverage :(

[@how2q]

Honestly i probably got the leverage tip from a youtuber...i’m not smart enough to come up w that!

[@davidtebbitt5537]

Ever think about a longer pruning blade...just a thought.😀😀

[@how2q]

LOL, everyday since I've done that video. "the rest of the story" is that I was planning on just cutting a few branches. I knew eventually I wanted to remove the entire tree so I just went crazy with what I happen to have at my house. Yes, MUCH better options out there for doing this. I left links in description for a 9 inch pruning blade and a 12 inch pruning blade. Thank you for watching!

[@raymondchandler697]

Excellent vid. Thank u!

[@how2q]

Thank you...I started the morning off thinking i was going to trim it, which turned into take it out. Definitely use a pruning blade to make this job easier (i used whatever was on it at the time). Here's a 9 inch (I believe there are 12/15 inch too) option through amazon: amzn.to/30DEHK1 Have a good week

[@raymondchandler697]

@@how2q I started trying to remove 3 embedded bushes that are 30 years old. I got one out yesterday with a lot of work with a 5 or 6 inch wood blade. I had no idea there were 9" blades for Pruning! Just ordered. Thank you very much!

[@doloresm7396]

Nasty tree. No thanks but don't you just love Sawzall's or Recip Saws. It's like my favorite toy I mean tool.

[@ChristopherPausz]

Dolores M everybody calls a reciprocating saw a Sawzall, even if it isn’t made by Milwaukee. Like Jello or Kleenex

[@CharlesLumia]

Thanks! Good video man. I have a 2-3 foot tree stump. Do you think a sawzall would be good to get that out? I have a sawzall and a chainsaw but the chainsaw is electric and can't be brought to the stump easily.

[@how2q]

I think either "wood" work. I wanted a clean kill on the stump so it meant digging down to cut roots and stump out - that was the key for me to get the stump out whether it was with a chainsaw or with a sawzall. Sawzall was a little easier to work with in tight places down in the dirt.. Honestly, I didn't have access to chainsaw until very end hence the sawzall. If you can, use a pruning blade (which again I didn't get ahead of time) get one!

[@thomasjefferson2934]

Misleading title. Thumbs down. You used truck and chainsaw.

[@nathanweisser]

I'm surprised they even allow you to do this in California

[@how2q]

HA...they probably don't. This takedown occurred in phoenix

[@axolotl775]

sawzall life bois

[@DeneF]

Am no expert but your blade looked a little on the short side my American cus. Thanks. Stay safe.

[@how2q]

I am not an expert either, I literally pulled out my sawzall and went to town. Definitely the wrong blade for the job. In the description I link a couple options that would have made this job much easier with special pruning blades, here's an example: amzn.to/2zhswYV Thank's for watching

[@artesprovitaacademyllc4133]

Go Q!!!!!!!

[@shadypines9929]

Great video. Thanks for the info. Sorry about your nephew.

[@how2q]

Thank you...definitely get the pruning blade if you attack a tree with a sawzall!

[@dannypaul2583]

I'm doing the same today, tree about 30' tall, trunk about 24" dia. the blade guide on sawzall broke off

[@how2q]

Definitely get a pruning blade - actually get two!

[@dannypaul2583]

@@how2q not heard of pruning blade, ??

[@how2q]

Something like these: amzn.to/2YUI7XR

[@dannypaul2583]

@@how2q I'll pick one up thanks

[@dannypaul2583]

@@how2q thnku for the time saver tip 👍

[@MeyersCTR]

I guess you wouldn’t try that with a cordless..

[@how2q]

Actually i FINALLY rid of my old trusty makita and got a battery powered sawzall

[@schex9]

How long did this whole process take, in real time? Just curious.

[@how2q]

Good question...I think about 3-4 hours. It has been a while since I removed this tree. Obviously the digging and cutting took the longest. Removing branches was the part. Highly recommend using a pruning blade like this one from amazon: amzn.to/2u745vt

[@how2q]

Sorry...Removing branches was the easy part

[@worldpeace32]

What?! You got a chainsaw all that time?

[@how2q]

Ha...didn't use it to "cut down the tree" just used it to save my back during cleanup!

[@christianness8983]

That's not a sawzall, it's a Makita.

[@how2q]

Very true...love that makita!

[@devanh8592]

Try that shit on an apple tree😤 that shit is damn near impossible to cut

[@how2q]

This was definitely a soft wood tree. Can’t imagine a hardwood!