Loading Logs!! Deere 1025R / 2038R Forks vs Grapple:

[@Freecan67]

We took 10 ash & 5 Elm Trees down in the last couple of Weekends. Still more to come. Most likely to come down in Spring. We shared the Wood with those that Burn it. Thanks for Sharing. God Bless.

[@botabob]

Experimenting with your equipment is a great way to learn what does and does not work. I only have pallet forks for my little BX and recently tried loading my trailer. I think I will try cutting my logs shorter so I can load from the back of the trailer and then I can roll the log out when it is time to unload them. Thanks for the video Tim and Kristy.

[@mattl.2455]

I've been a ttwt subscriber for a while now and i have say hands down my favorite episode is Tim riding with his dad in the combine a video from a couple of years ago, Tim's dad is a spitting image of my grandfather i lost in 2005, keep up the awesome content Tim and Christy you guys are wonderful and i would like to thank you as youtube guru for taking the time to make videos for the rest of to enjoy!!!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I think that one is my favorite as well. For those who haven’t seen it, here it is: Ride along with Tim's dad. Corn Harvest. John Deere 9770 STS Combine, 8335R Tractor kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2jbo5SPotd5eLM

[@jimmarshallman6300]

@@TractorTimewithTim Amen. 🧡🙏😢👍👍

[@bones549]

Tim thanks for all the vids. Based on your advice I ordered a 2038r with loader backhoe 60" deck and forks. I got a great deal with local dealer that got me a trailer too at cost. Not cheapest but feel good about the dealer and my spidy sense over the years has mostly been right. Will have it in 2 weeks. Cheers for the discount codes on heavy hitch too!

[@thomasmccrea8149]

bones549 cool , send pics and videos 👍🏻😃

[@bvinduck]

I have a 2038R. It's been a great tractor. FYI- I'm currently trying to make a 60D mower lift system that works with the loader. Yes, it the same idea JD has for the one series tractor 60D mower but not the two series 60D mower. I don't know why JD doesn't make for the 2 series.

[@bones549]

@@bvinduck are you referring to command cut?

[@allenhunt3070]

I didn't think you were having a tough time with the root grapple on the pile so much. I really like that grapple!!! I like that the cylinders are on the ends to support the grapple where the most leverage pressure on the clamping occurs. You guys were having so much fun! Love these videos!

[@jaynen]

Seems like a lot of your work has grown up and the 2 series is now the ticket?

[@matthewjobe2846]

Just picked up 2020 - 1025r yesterday! First tractor for me .. excited to use it! You guys make everything look easy though!

[@beardmantimbergrassjmisch1977]

Nice video Tim, I have been using pallet forks on my MF1739 for the past 3 years, just recently purchased a third function kit from WR-Long got it installed and a week ahead purchased a 66” brush grapple from Tomahawk Equipment. Been cutting firewood for the past two days used the grapple today to clear trails and move logs around it is a little better than the forks gives a bit more control holding the logs over the forks where if you would hit a bump you can loose them or they bounce off the forks. Keep up the good work and the informative videos: Thanks and god bless. J. Misch

[@lanceharsh7025]

Love how the recycled material becomes used to help others🤠

[@brucealvarez9263]

Since the grapple is clearly meant for this sort of job, it would be a LITTLE bit more fair to have the grapple on Johnny and the forks on Johnny 2. Next comparison - pick up and carry IBC tote wood drying/storage racks 100'.

[@keithwalker7151]

I work in the log yard for a veneer mill and handle somewhere in the neighborhood of 45,000 board feet of logs a day with nothing but forks on a front end loader. Approximately 800-850 average sized logs. It takes practice to handle them efficiently but forks can certainly get the job done...

[@mccnoutdoormaintenancellcc9868]

They both are great attachments for a Log pile it's up to what ever the equipment owner can afford financially

[@Katyhillfarmer]

I use my 2038 for my small cattle farm and that things a beast handle round bails with ease and wish Tim would get a special code for a round bail spike for the front of the 2 series loader John Deere

[@AviewFromUnder]

practice grasshopper! I have had a Anbo GRM grapple for 10 years its a nimble as my hands now!

[@wvdeere8643]

Anxiously awaiting the details of that grapple. Hope it survives the 30 day test. Give it all ya got Tim! Not sure if it’s too big but I’ve been shopping for a grapple for my 2025R. I like the clamshell/root style and double cylinders and this is the first of that style I have seen with dual lids. Like the 1025R I can’t lift very high so the shorter tines would be a benefit for me on the 120R loader.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes. Great fit for the 1025r.

[@photocontrol]

The grapple did a good job of picking up the logs and loading them in the trailer!

[@levicooper1015]

we use pallet forks on a kubota TLB to move around 35-60 foot utility poles at work. it's all about how you use them I think is ticket.

[@royamberg9177]

That grapple attachment is designed to keep load as close to privet point as possible. Looks like it works good for dumping but not so good to pick up logs. It don't go under the logs as nice as forks. One thing you need to be careful of with those girl attachment with out load backrest is it could fall back on you. When I bought the fork attachment I got the heaver fork attachment with load backrest. It's much safer but does reduce lift capacity

[@PinMonkey1960]

Tim. If you with your careful cautiousness breaks something. It better not be sold. Enjoy your predicaments as always. 😍

[@johndeere6107]

I am waiting for my root grapple for my new 3033R and can’t wait. Request for an auto throttle video Tim, it would be helpful.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes. Need to do an auto-throttle video.

[@thomasmccrea8149]

Hey , I enjoyed this video! It was great watching the lift capability of the 2038R ! Did she get light in the rear or are the weights enough?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

These weights were enough for this work. We did not approach max capacity for The 2r

[@drewwilke1733]

I'm make a guess at the grapple. Is it a EA grapple. Everything Attachments. Their attachments always have a lot of holes cut into them

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Looks similar...but no

[@tomkeating65]

Me got a question. Is it more beneficial to carry the 3ph high like that when used as a counter balance? 🤔🤔🤔

[@bob2973]

Tim , would love to know the specs on the grapple as soon as testing is done , like size and weight. This looks like what i would want for my 2520 :-)

[@cwolf8841]

precisionmfg.com/mini-322/

[@bvinduck]

I think the 2038R is a great tractor. How did the grapple handle "twisting" motions from off center logs? 60inch grapple? Great video!! Thanks for what you do!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Grapple performed well mechanically.

[@chadvanorden5602]

Quick question. Is that a 16ft or a 14ft? And I might’ve missed a video on it but does your 2038r fit in there with the grapple on and backhoe.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

16ft. Not sure if it fits with backhoe. I’ve had it in there with grapple and heavy hitch.

[@shadowsiren3058]

I have a question about the 2038r tractor? why is there a dpf in it and when does it need regen?

[@kenlitherland6065]

I hope this video was made on a Saturday so everyone one got a bath. I think you should have put the forks on Johnny II to compare their operation. The need grapple looks great too.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Never even thought about it being a comparison until we got there and were shooting the video. The grapple is obviously much more efficient.

[@retireddriver16]

I'm thinking that 2038r would be a good replacement for my jd4200 some time down the road

[@PEI_Guy]

I love that green trailer. It seems so versatile. You can do a lot of different things with it.

[@BiffsEquipment]

Nice job Tim, still wish that tractor was orange but what can ya do 😂

[@nickwalker7478]

Hi Tim. Bought my first 1025r a month ago... my wife blames you.. lol anyhow. What is the best attachment for leveling a yard that I’ve just used my grapple to rake? Is it an attachment I need or should I learn to scrape better with my bucket or grapple. I’m still learning. Thanks

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Well, there are many ways to do that. If you have a tiller, you can loosen/fluff it, then use a drag (chain link fence section, railroad tie, etc). I have just used the bucket frequently after tilling. Without a tiller, you need to get the soil loosened someway. Some folks recommend a box blade with scarifiers. I’m not a fan for this particular purpose. Doesn’t this help?

[@nickwalker7478]

Tractor Time with Tim thanks for the reply. What I have is piles of old mulch from trees I cut down a few years ago I’m trying to spread around and even out. The mulch is now soil and I plan to eventually plant grass and create some new plant beds .. it’s across 1!acre or so and between trees as well. Remove brush ext with the grappler as well.. just wondering if I need something to be more efficient or better skills..lol. I’ll see if I can make a drag

[@cwolf8841]

put rubber stall mats in bottom. helps a lot.

[@WilliamsonRidge]

Man I need to get me a dump trailer been using a friends and it has been a life saver, but gotta give it back! Lol

[@Ramdodge582]

thats weird the forks don't point more down, my kubota with forks can tilts them almost straight down.

[@marshallwilliams5214]

That grapple kinda looks like the one that for your 5075 E trator great video

[@scottwarrington3737]

that grapple is pretty neat

[@79lynch]

what does atrilian mean in the forks

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Artillian is the brand name. Get it at Artillian.com

[@danpinkner4225]

In my experience loading heavy logs in those dump trailers I'm finding that I'm denting my trailer from the inside out. Please like comment and subscribe my channel.

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Great video 👍

[@natetaylor7687]

So as to not bang the bed of trailer... bangs bed of other guys trailer haha. Just poking. I know the new paint feeling. Like seeing the 2 machines work together. Still indecisive on 1 series or 2 for myself.

[@ronnieschwa2214]

I see you like using the heavy hitch on the back of your three point The only problem I see is that you have your ballast weight raised much too high you need to have that ballast as low as possible to keep your center of gravity as low as possible your rear ballast weight should be just high enough that it does not come in contact with the ground behind you,

[@GlockFireFarm]

Does that new Grapple need a splitter to operate both grapple sides or does one come on it?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

It does not need a splitter. Only one set of 2 hoses goes to the tractor.

[@groundcontrol2795]

Does Precision offer a TTWT type discount?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes. Agfolks.com use code TTWT10 for 10 percent off!

[@ERICMB24MF37U24F39]

that second dump did it go well?? seems a little bit high for the door

[@TractorTimewithTim]

It went fine. I didn’t lift it as high before driving out.

[@curtwhite876]

You should name you ultimate dump the G.O.A.T., the Granddaddy Of All Trailers...

[@jacemacdonald8143]

A layer of sawdust or chippings would help save the floor of the trailer

[@ranger6x660]

I was trying to decide which attachments to buy when I can afford my tractor. The grapple or forks. Both have there place when working with the tractor. I've decided I need both. My wife thanks you Tim! lol

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Uhoh! Another wife not happy with TTWT!!!

[@OneStepHomestead]

A grapple is nice for sure........but a good set of forks goes a long way especialy if its all you have. And after trial and error and practice........you can be as fast if not faster with forks. All i have is forks for my old 410 backhoe.......its slow but when you plan your moves just right i can get wood out of the pile a full forkfull

[@nowakezoneforever6021]

Haven’t watched yet but this is very timely Tim. My logging isn’t quite what your opening shows. I bought the Titan clamp on forks with stabilizer. Haven’t used them yet so I’m looking forward to this video.

[@philipfoster373]

I see with what you are trying to do by picking up stacked logs a rock bucket with its longer tines and with duel grapples would work much better than what you have with the shorter tines. They do make them without the large sides that would not be good for picking up brush and long logs. The long tines could slide underneath then once you’ve gotten under clamp down and Walla probably more than it can pick up.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Have you seen our artillian grapple?

[@philipfoster373]

Tractor Time with Tim no only what you have, I don’t own any equipment at all just a old man who watches your videos for my entertainment and throw in my two cents ever now and then.

[@dpd16790]

to me your videos are like children... you tend to like different things about them all but love em all the same...

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Appreciate it Doug. Wouldn’t want them to all be the same!

[@JustinHEMI05]

Looks like a copy of the everything attachments grapple.

[@paulcorsetto6047]

Hi Tim. I looked back at some of your videos looking for forks for my 1025 John Deere. I looked st heavyhitch.com and see a model of them there. Are these the ones you would recommend? If so would the 42" size work ok for the 1025r? Thank you in advance!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Our forks are from artillian.com. Highly recommend. I like the 36”. The artillian are expensive, but very lightweight...leaving lots of lift capacity for the payload.

[@paulcorsetto6047]

Ok. Thanks Tim! Happy New Year!

[@paulcorsetto6047]

So with the Artillian brand you need the backrest too? Do you not reccomend tines that mount onto the bucket?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I am not that big of a fan of the backrest. I think it is 'in the way' most of the time. I usually run without it. I have one...but I don't use it much. I am NOT a fan of bucket attached forks. Not a good solution at all.

[@paulcorsetto6047]

So how do you attach the forks?

[@waltermattson5566]

The grapple is the way to go.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep...but forks are incredibly useful...

[@shadowsiren3058]

can you make a video about that

[@dukesnyder3607]

Sure wish I had a grapple when I was heating my house & helping others with firewood back in the 70's through the 90's!! Make fun out of hard work! Great video Tim.

[@pikadroo]

I love splitting wood.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Hmm. I suppose there is someone for every task!

[@12collier]

To bad you don’t live closer to Alabama. I would get y’all to help with a pecan tree. Lol. Great video 👍.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Is that pee can.... or puhcon? :-)

[@12collier]

Puhcon in my area.

[@neilschuette2346]

Too bad I can’t put a third function for a grapple on my 1025r with a cab. 😫

[@TractorTimewithTim]

You can use an artillian diverter kit...just like the one I use!

[@neilschuette2346]

I rewatched video on 3rd function install. Can I run electrical without removing floorboard. Cab would need to come off

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I’m sure you can. You can run the electrical however you see fit. However it works for you!...they even offer a cigarette lighter plug version you could use.

[@neilschuette2346]

Thank you. I will explore running the wire under the fender and under the floorboards without removing them. I am not as creative as you. 😩. That is why I love your videos

[@albrustkern2977]

Moving logs with the forks. You can't be too careful. Things can roll over the back of the lift and crush the operator, as happened in our community. A sad day.

[@davidharris6581]

Hey guys, how about a Katriel update? After all she was the original Star of the channel. ;-) We got to know her and care about her and we are interested in what is going on in her life.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Hopefully soon. She’ll be home for thanksgiving.

[@prestonboge4523]

smart move keeping the "supervisor" off the equipment

[@SlackerU]

The rear wights are sitting too high. Unless having the three point all the way up is how they're designed to be used. 1:33

[@nathanvanfossen1391]

I what a dump trailer but there really expensive

[@valleytractorservices9310]

Lotta trash talking of this grapple going on over at the Everything Attachments FB page. I got your back tho TTWT!

[@allenhunt3070]

I'd love to see you clear brush and remove shrubs with this grapple.

[@adamvanderbur6731]

Tell the wood broker to get a holed of me i will pay lol would love to have a trailer load

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Where are you Adam? We have access to LOTS of dead ash.

[@adamvanderbur6731]

Tractor Time with Tim we live in Montpelier IndianaIt’s maybe two hours from you maybe

[@flyxingu]

Did Mark realise he had a broken work light

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Uh, yes. Kinda hard to NOT realize that!

[@tylercorbin8073]

Should’ve brought Casey, set up Casey by the pile and just load that way.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We don’t have Casey right now.

[@bigjim5723]

@@TractorTimewithTim ha! he must of not watched the last video-when u told the same statement to that fella, about Casey being off on vacation somewhere. lol

[@hayleymaddocks1477]

1st

[@scottwarrington3737]

not 1st

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Last. ;)