I Made A 1/2 Cord Of Firewood In The Blink Of An Eye!

[@ohiowoodburner]

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[@donaldparkhurst3006]

It’s amazing what you can get accomplished when you have the right equipment. Have a great day, and may God bless...

[@JoesFirewoodVideosII]

You can say that again Donald.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Ain't that the truth Don?!

[@edwinzackoski3414]

You take so much pride in your work. Very inspiring!!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Ed!

[@Deerslyr81]

Keep it! Been processing fire wood around 30 years and never seen that before!

[@schlirf]

Looks Good! Thanks from a guy in Connecticut with a busted up shoulder!

[@reesegary]

Never seen a log with a handle. I would certainly keep it!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Maybe make a lunch box out of it!

[@dvasymmetry9696]

You can make a little tool box or project box out of it

[@exogator]

@@ohiowoodburner or a sweet wooden boombox

[@bushrat164]

ingrown branch

[@timgreaves3424]

He has to make a tool box

[@jacobfurnish7450]

You are so right about the new gas can nozzles XoX I hate those things. I always try to find older gas cans.

[@tpctrash]

Love that tractor. Good idea for the tarp under the processor. All that splitting and cutting done in one spot really would create a pile.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think it could hid a leak. That is why I want to keep the pile low

[@alanrichardson7517]

I run a large circular mill and I come across those handles now and again. I get good money for them . There definitely worth saving .

[@cooks128]

I just love your videos. Thank you from a fellow Ohioan.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks so much Kevin! O H

[@Mmmmmppppppp]

Great video, it's warming up in snowy cold Colorado, finally. Still cutting/ splitting logs here today.

[@ohiowoodburner]

We have an awesome weather week in store for us here in NEO. Joe

[@JusanTaiten]

I love your channel and your overall demeanour. Thanks for sharing your content with the world. Keep it up!

[@ohiowoodburner]

My pleasure Jusan. I'm glad to have met you. Joe

[@DudeRanchDIY]

Hey Joe, the Japa makes quick work of those nice straight logs! As far as that piece of oak goes being a tree climber I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen trees that have branches that grow back into another limb sometimes short spans like you had there, other times I’ve seen them 8 to 10 feet across growing into a completely separate leader! It’s always something really cool to see and doesn’t seem to impact the tree in a negative way at all!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the post Dude. I was forwarded two other pics of the same situation with other trees. Seems very rare indeed.

[@shawndaly2267]

In regards to the weird log with a handle, I recommend looking up a youtube guy named arborist Blair Glenn. He of all people would be able to tell you more about this weird log you found. He's an arborist out of Sarasota, CA and also a woodworker. Incredibly knowledgeable on trees and you can really tell he has a true passion for his craft and educating people. Check his videos out and maybe send him an e-mail about the weird log as he often does videos of oddball stuff like this where he dissects anomalies in trees.

[@alexbeedie6940]

I'm loving the bobcat tractor looks awesome

[@johnalbrecht7850]

I get my off-road Diesel from a local feed store in Mukwonago Wisconsin. I always look forward to visiting them on Saturday mornings for fuel, feed-corn, birdseed and gossip 😜great job Joe!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm the same way with my coffee, getting my chains sharpened.

[@mikemaley5973]

Very slick set up.

[@outsidewithrodney8240]

Looking good getting better with the tractor

[@ohiowoodburner]

You got that right Rod!

[@juddmuterspaw4081]

Looks like the Yappa is working great! I’m definitely ready for the season change! The warm weather is welcomed! I’m off to Harbor Freight to buy one of those pumps! Lol

[@ohiowoodburner]

I like the warm temps but not the soft ground!

[@fricknjeep]

hi there here in Maryland carroll 2.79 off road diesel now. a lot of nice looking wood fast . take care john

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks FNJ!

[@davefreeman1499]

It's a good conversation piece.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Indeed it is Dave!

[@woodnyardjunkie]

That pump is pretty awesome! Great video!

[@bradsnyder8802]

Cut firewood pretty much all my life. I have never seen a branch terminate back in the tree. Pretty cool. Thanks for sharing.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Same here Brad. I wonder what can be made of it?

[@independentequipmentrepair684]

That Japa is cool. I've watched a bunch of your videos and am always impressed by that machine. Keep em coming 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks, will do!

[@noneckjoe948]

Our true value hardware store in Forks Washington has an identical piece of wood with a handle like that displayed in the front of the store… it’s about 5’ tall and people are always out there standing by it taking pictures…. Very rare…. And cool!

[@jakeschisler7525]

I like that battery powered filler upper. I have 2 cans for diesel and I bought 2 spout kits at TSC. So I put a vent in each can and have 2 spout tubes I put together for the funnel, I hold it up an fuel comes out quickly.

[@ohiowoodburner]

It's funny all the mods people do on a fuel can bc the spouts are garbage LOL. Kind of defeats the reason for making the spouts to begin with!

[@jakeschisler7525]

@@ohiowoodburner All gas cans are junk. I have those gas cans with the wide mouth opening then to screw on their spout you turn and turn and finally they tighten but easy to cross thread too.

[@briancupp6767]

Thanks I am going to get that battery transfer pump you have worked great

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have one posted on my Amazon channel too

[@davidbergin6184]

That was really cool. A log with a handle! I’ve never seen it before.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I agree. New to me too!

[@toddsoutsideagain]

You have a lot of good things happening there Joe!👍🏻 I will have to go get me one of those pumps. Those new gov. approved fuel spouts make you spill more than before. Such a joke! Thanks for sharing.

[@ohiowoodburner]

You got it Todd. Joe

[@1944chevytruck]

WOW! Love that machine!!... thanks 4 video. be kind.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for watching!

[@3824liljohn]

I've never seen a log like that but I'm guessing the limb grew out, up and over a crotch and then the tree grew around it. I would try and mill it on a bandsaw into multiple boards for signs or interesting charcuterie/cutting boards. Where the wood leaves the trunk and then re-enters might have some really interesting grain figure. Good luck!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks John. I have no clue what to do with it buy your idea is pretty cool.

[@baldthebuilder2588]

That wood processor works really well , I've seen tbem as attachment for skid steers as well.

[@ericolson111]

Gotta love that Japa! I think I'll pick up one of those pumps too next time I'm down by the Harbor Freight. Thanks Joe👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

It is a good tool for sure Eric

[@daveschooley8514]

I’ll have 2 one for the boat too

[@whitechurchfarm]

another good video Joe...i really enjoy watching your channel

[@ohiowoodburner]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@jusbra1519]

Awesom log Joe! Hollow it out, slap some hinges and buckles on it and make it a rifle case!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I should have cut it longer!

[@Z-Bart]

I have the same transfer pump. I use it all the time. 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

I love it Ray. I need a way to store it. How do you store yours?

[@Z-Bart]

@@ohiowoodburner That is an issue. Mine, unfortunately, sits on my 55 gallon fuel oil drum.

[@chrisy939]

Just ordered that fuel pump. Thank you for the link sir!

[@ohiowoodburner]

You got it Chris!

[@rickvaughan8993]

I have 2 of those! One for diesel one for gasoline! Love them! When they quit working I will buy replacements

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Rick. Don't you think you could use the same pump for both fuel types?

[@rickvaughan8993]

@@ohiowoodburner for the 9.99 they cost it is worth not worrying about getting some diesel in your gas or gas in your diesel! I`m a cautious person lol!

[@tjinnes]

Great video, thanks. Thinking about your comment on only splitting into a trailer and thinking about how I can make that work. Thanks.

[@yvesf5355]

wow that's the way to go ,good Job thank you .

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for watching!

[@Solvang_circus]

I live in Southern California and I have a oak that did that exact same thing except it went all the way through and it came back out on the other side

[@Gus1966-c9o]

Joe , have you considered getting a fuel trailer that you could take to town and fill that up ? Great vids man . 👍

[@lowercherty]

Either that or a tank on a pallet that your tractor can load and unload from a pickiup.

[@danberger4593]

Gus, I've always thought a fuel trailer was a good idea. Show us what ya got! (Yours, a link, plans, whatever)

[@FlatCreekOutdoors]

Love seeing that japa run. Quite a machine!

[@ohiowoodburner]

It sure is FCO

[@michaelvaillancourt9503]

Joe you have a lot of good information on your Channel

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Mike. I'm glad you find these useful. Joe

[@pauldixon3089]

Hello Joe. I'm new to Ohio Wood Burner but you're a real inspiration. Your videos are full of tips and advice that will help others along with unbiased guidance on the machines you use. I'm looking to do something similar and go it alone making firewood. Small steps first though. Our market in the UK is slightly different as the cut/ split lengths required in my area are generally shorter (12"-14")and it's not as commonly used in restaurants. Mostly domestic sales. The same sales techniques as you employ still apply though.! No petrol powered machinery here though, too costly to run with our fuel prices, approx £6 sterling per gallon. Ouch.!! Keep up the good work, looking forward to more firewood fun from O.W.B😁

[@merlewarnsholz2094]

Great video sir - Nice machine to watch.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thank you very much Merle!

[@IronOakSawmill]

DON'T FORGET THE FUEL TREATMENT. All year long, and use the anti-gel type additive this time of year. Trust me on this one.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I hear you. At least for now i'm keeping the tractor in our heated garage.

[@timcrosby4651]

@@ohiowoodburner diesel starts to gel at 17 degrees..... a little bit of prevention goes a long way. I had gelled up 3 times and lemme tell ya, it sucks!

[@lowercherty]

Easy to prevent, very hard to fix when it happens. Storing it warm may not help, those small fuel lines cool fast.

[@boat6868]

Was impressed with the pump.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Same here. I thought for $10 it is worth a shot. It proves to be very good. Not sure how I should store it when not in use to keep grime off it.

[@markbuilt]

Glad to see you have a system working out , the less you handle the stuff the better on the old body . The enterprise is growing happy for you . And with that its off to snowplow the bush road here to the log landing and wait for mud season and half load season ugh . Be safe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Mud... Thanks for reminding me! LOL

[@lendygomez]

Hello Joe, long time since I seen a gas pump like that. Brings back some memories filling up my dads truck at the ranch he worked at. I just paid 3.79 a gallon for deisel. Nice video.-Lendy from California

[@ohiowoodburner]

Gas in Ohio is quite low. Just across the border in PA the price goes up almost $1 per gallon

[@jamesbainton]

The operation is becoming more and more efficient by the day.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks JB!

[@drmautz]

Thanks for the video, Joe. 54 in North central Ohio today. Quite the change but, typical Ohio weather.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Rain rain and more rain!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

That processor is a amazing. I’m impressed with the Harbor Freight fuel pump. It’s on my shopping list now.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Can't beat the price. $10

[@stephenrhodesianridgeback7418]

I really like that pump .Need too get one of those 👍 . When I use red die diesel my tractor regens more . 🤷‍♂️ . Just a suggestion but you need a really good filter funnel for your tractor . You won’t believe how much crap you will catch in it when filling the tank . 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the heads up. I wondered why there are filler filters.

[@stevethiel5838]

Any idea why tractor regents more with off road diesel? What are you using instead?

[@stephenrhodesianridgeback7418]

@@stevethiel5838 Steve I try too use road diesel when I can . I poured road diesel and dyed diesel each in a clear clean glass . The dyed diesel seemed thicker and clouded . Someone told me once that farm dyed diesel is made different for winter or summer . 🤷‍♂️ Road diesel is definitely cleaner . And thinner . There’s something for sure different because my tractor regens way more on red . 🤷‍♂️

[@robb1165]

@@stephenrhodesianridgeback7418 In winter they mix more #1 diesel in, resulting in less paraffin so it gells less. They do that with both on and off road. State laws often regulate the normal mixtures. Some require bio diesel mixed in, that tend to reduce regen. And companies often add additive packages differently. Really would have to ask the vendor to know if they add the same additive package to their off road. Old fuel also can be thicker and clouded.

[@stephenrhodesianridgeback7418]

@@robb1165 👍👍👍

[@davidbailiff1561]

I live in lower Michigan about 25 years ago I was work as a power line bucket trk. line clearing; I ran into a hard wood tree than had a "handle" such as yours.....

[@elainereid5833]

Great video Joe. I can’t say often enough how I appreciate and enjoy not only your content, but the camera work! Wow, it’s a pleasure to watch, (so much better than on a stationary tripod ! ) so thanks for sharing your work and your thoughts with us. I’ve laughed at your findings...a can of Dr. Pepper in your Axis, a warm coat in the bucket and now a tree trunk growing it’s own carry-handle! 😂. There are some talented wood carvers that could some day make you a fine piece of art with that piece , i.e. a man-purse, a tool box, carve your company logo and hang it somewhere...? Thanks again for letting us watch you work. 😂

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the very nice post Elaine. I really enjoy making the vids and it is fun to see what each edition brings.

[@FirewoodattheFurnace]

Thats pretty unique....I would hang on to that. Good conversation piece.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think I will. Not sure how it will dry out.

[@aldiminico6513]

Morning Joe. The Firewood Operation is looking good. That piece of oak with the cool looking limb, should be given to a young guy that works out with weights. He could use it for overhead shoulder lifts💪 Your weather has definitely changed since last week. Looking forward to the Woodyard changes to come. Stay warm and safe👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the comment Al. The weather has really turned. 50's and rain. Everything is wet now!

[@jandblawncare8570]

First time diesel owner is a fun learning curve. Like others said, treat that fuel. We use 2 backhoes and a skid steer (all diesel) for plowing here in NWPA and have tried several fuel additives and found the best one too date is from a company called HotShot Secret, best stuff out there! And you can buy it right on Amazon. A second thing you want too do is regardless of how many hours you use it or not, change the fuel filters at least once a year. Lastly if it has a block heater, plug it in until the temps are in the 50's your tractor will love you for it.

[@jasonreynolds7753]

I have seen a limb grow out then in before. Cool find in any case! I hope winter is nearly over...my firewood pile looks spent!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm officially done with winter! But I don't like the squishy ground.

[@mattsfirewoodvideos738]

That hunk of white oak reminds me of a battering ram lol pretty neat

[@JoesFirewoodVideosII]

Good analogy Matt.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Now I wish I would have not cut it as short!

[@jeffschaefer4579]

I have had one of those pumps for 5 years or so, works great. moved to a 50 gallon tank with hand pump from rural king. i use sea foam in the tank for cleaner burning and anti gel preventative. About 8 bucks a can at rk stores. i also burn road diesel as it is more expensive for sure nut much cleaner. No more black smoke and soot choking ya and all over tractors at exhaust.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Jeff. I am meeting with the oil company about a possible tank for the wood yard

[@blackoakpropertymaintenanc6981]

Good morning, Joe...."don't let it hit the ground", great rule of thumb.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I learned that thru committing to efficiency...and a sore back!

[@workingmanrondoyle3287]

Very interesting piece of wood🤔 would make a great table base.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would be cool Ron!

[@DanHoelck]

Joe is so wholesome wtf.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day Joe. That works great - must be a huge relief from your early days of sawing and splitting on conventional equipment. One Q for you - I always notice that your logs seem generally pretty straight and around the same diameter - are you able to order a certain size or approx. diameter etc from whoever you get your wood from? Thanks!

[@ohiowoodburner]

There is a general understanding that I "prefer"

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

Nice job 👍. I can’t wait for the snow to disappear around here to uncover my firewood logs.

[@ohiowoodburner]

LOL... all our snow is gone..for now!

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

That oak branch with a handle would make a good door knocker, open, for the law enforcement!😀

[@terryboyd7307]

I've got 4 yellow fuel cans to cut down a bit on my trips to town and a big funnel. You're fuel transfer pump looks like it works great, however. Keep up the great work!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Terry. I was going to get a second can but the cashier at the store ticked me off so I will find it somewhere else. LOL

[@fasthogman]

Yeah Joe I was going to say, as much as you value your time 5gals at a time isn’t very efficient. Nice idea on the tarp.

[@robertmccall8666]

Hey I have the same tractor in the kioti..... very cool they started making there own tractors... whenever I get parts it's under bobcat for my tractor not kioti.

[@hardwoodharry6364]

Well done as usual

[@ohiowoodburner]

My pleasure Harry!

[@davidh266]

I have seen a few handle logs last week on gorse, furze bush

[@TheHobbyShop1]

Wood with a handle?! Never saw it. Pretty awesome.

[@ohiowoodburner]

It's like a lunch box or something LOL

[@duncanraeside3290]

Joe, I’m trying to get Chris in the wood yard to get a wood processor and tractor bye does about 600 face cord a year. He says he’s working on it. You have a nice operation going now

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Duncan. I don't know how Chris does it. He must eat a healthy diet!

[@danradtke1663]

Wow that pump works great. Have ever tried seeing what volume you can get in like a half days work and a full days work? That japa is awesome

[@ohiowoodburner]

I can't work that much LOL. I can have a full cord made in 90 min. Stacking is another 90 min. That is enough work for me in one day

[@danradtke1663]

Did you need some help? Or are you content with what you are doing?

[@iceroad416]

I have a couple oft hose pumps they work great!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm glad I found out about them. it is pretty good to have

[@johnrosier1686]

It’s still amazing to see what that machine can do. It saves an incredible amount of labor. I may have missed it but how often do you sharpen the chain on it or does it have a built in sharpener?

[@ohiowoodburner]

A chain can go for about 5-6 cords.

[@johnrosier1686]

@@ohiowoodburner how do you sharpen your chain once it gets dull?

[@IronOakSawmill]

DO NOT SPLIT THAT PIECE OF OAK. A beer stien. The biggest beer stien ever seen.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Heavy to lift too!

[@larryrivers2752]

Or maybe a tool tray.

[@larryrivers2752]

Where have you ( the machine ) been all my life!!!!

[@atctraveler6218]

What a great machine

[@ohiowoodburner]

Indeed it is!

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Joe - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. Enjoyed a very educational video. Lovely to view a little of your countryside and incredible to see a Gas Station mechanical fuel dispenser (ours have been electronic for years). Since you're new to diesel, avoid spills at all costs as they're messy and smelly compared to gas. I did some calculations for you - red diesel costs exactly the same here but am unsure about gas, which costs $6.20 per US gal (3.78L) - is gas cheaper with you? The Japa is certainly a fine example of Scandinavian engineering, a 7 ton ram running a 6 way wedge is impressive.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Gas is always cheaper than diesel here in the USA. This was the first mechanical dispenser I have seen since the 1980's so it could just be this particular station.

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

@@ohiowoodburner Hi Joe - Rodders again. I did a bit of research and discovered that gas in Cleveland Ohio costs just over a third of what we pay for it here. It's no wonder we have few V8 gas engines on the road!

[@welshwoodturningwizard1345]

Great vid...& a quick post for the algorithm! 👍👍👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks!

[@dennishayes65]

Now that’s the way to process firewood !!!! Easton Made !!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

The processor is made by Japa. The splitter is an Eastonmade

[@dennishayes65]

That’s a slick battery powered fuel pump from Harbor Freight ! I may have to get one !

[@ohiowoodburner]

I was shocked at how good it worked.

[@circlebmn]

Take a look at VP Racing fuel jugs for your diesel. The opening is larger than most cans. The plastic is thicker making them more durable. With a good funnel they pour nicely or you can get a spout. $30 or so on Amazon in most any color.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have seen those. I will check them out

[@Mr_Everyman]

I have a tiny version of that at my shop on a crab apple tree stump, it's only about 4 or 5 inches long, comes out and right back in

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have never seen anything like it before !

[@Mr_Everyman]

@@ohiowoodburner I hadn't either until this past Sunday when I was trimming brush back and found it, are you on Facebook or any place I can share a pic to? I would love to send you the pic and if you wanted to share it with you viewers. Just let me know

[@johnwallisky5163]

Joe, I need to check out the Japa at the next show I go to. My Wallenstein is good but maybe I need to rethink my operation also. Great video!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Keep in mind the size logs you will most likely run. If they are 14" and under the Japa is AMAZINGLY fast.

[@stevehawkins8066]

Thank you for making these videos. What do you do with your saw dust that you collect from your saw mill.

[@ohiowoodburner]

For now I'm building my base in squishy areas to keep me out of the mud. Thanks Steve

[@johngaudreau7506]

The harbor freight pump is ok, used mine for 2 years, still good. Take the batteries out between use. They will last longer. Also pump is gravity sensitive so if doesn’t turn on, your not straight up enough . Also, if fuel can is higher than your tractor fill, siphon will keep going even when shut off switch. Lift pump out of fuel level to stop siphon and not over fill. Otherwise, works fine.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the post and tips John

[@davidshadwick4886]

I like your 8 way splitter on processor , l have a brute force processor with 4 way.l have to split 3 times for one cutoff before l cut next piece.It takes 2 hours to do a cord. I don’t think I’ve seen a log like that in 30 years.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks David. The 8 way does get jammed up some times but they are pretty easy to clear.

[@tomsawyer247]

Build a nice roll way with intake chains and that would be a pretty decent machine

[@trwsandford]

That oak log is awesome! Make a toolbox out of it!

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would be cool

[@daveboyt6810]

Awww, you city folks with your fancy ways. Just set the fuel can on the fender and use a siphon hose while you're checking the oil & kicking the tires. Love your videos! Best regards.

[@ohiowoodburner]

LOL... Thanks Dave. Give me a calls sometime in the coming Weeks. Wish to discuss an idea with you.

[@peterferguson5749]

I have the same pump !! Great pump

[@ohiowoodburner]

Seems to be. It worked very good

[@edsecorr7812]

Thank you very nice vidio

[@MostlyOutdoors]

Great times joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks MO!

[@leonardberryhill4166]

Joe It would have been nice to have Eastonmade at the right front to finish loading the trailer. Thank Leonard

[@ohiowoodburner]

I did just that Leonard. It would have made the video too long LOL

[@tylerrodriguez9233]

Hey Joe! I know you say that the smaller the split, the more valuable it is. What would you say are the ideal dimensions for a split? (Specifically for high end residential)

[@ohiowoodburner]

I just measured a split that is about perfect IMO and it is about a 4" triangle.

[@tylerrodriguez9233]

@@ohiowoodburner awesome, thanks!

[@richhenson9935]

That would make a heck of a stein.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Sure would!

[@dragonspicks]

You could make a nice door handle. I think I've seen that before myself

[@oldschoolhomesteadfarm2683]

Would love to make a tool box for saw equipment out of it. Would hand carve it.