MAD MAX ARRIVES / TIMBERJACK SKIDDER

MAD MAX, a Timberjack skidder, arrived at the farm today, 10/14/2023. A skidder is a machine that is used for pulling logs. This machine got its name because when the log gets carried away it would skid across the ground. #skidder #loggingequipment #logging #maine #newengland #workingfarm #farm #farmlife #timberjack

[@bcmineresearch]

2 driveways? Rich folk, huh? Lol. What a score getting that machine. I would love to have one.

[@mailmanfarms]

Thanks for watching Ron … we’ve been working on it all winter … just started clearing some land for another road … it’s really a blessing and too much fun … we need to do another video update on Mad Max!

[@GuyEdelist]

Sounds like Detroit Diesel 4-71. what a great piece of machinery 🙂

[@jacobdavis1752]

It’s a 353 Detroit. I own 2 of them

[@GuyEdelist]

@@jacobdavis1752 Very reliable engine, it just needs good oil changes to keep it running forever. same for all Detroit 2 strokers.

[@Canopus68]

Yeah they run great as long as you don't throw the fuel filter away. I was skidding for this guy. One day I came out of the woods and couldn't shut it off. I took the valve cover off and found the rack was jamed. I ended up going to the local dealer, got a new enjector, timeing tool, and a new fuel filter. He had thrown the old one away and didn''t replace it. When I was in the Navy I worked on 271s, 671s, slant 671s and 610s. I'm getting to be an old man, but I'd love to drive a skider again.

[@user-zi9ze7mg5d]

That looks like a machine my brother had years ago. That machine could run!

[@mailmanfarms]

You're absolutely right my friend. Thank you for watching ... we're working on replacing all the fluids, plugs, tires etc ... we'll have more videos on it's performance soon!

[@ArmedAndIndigenous]

I love that sound! Lots of Seiner boats have them where im from in Alaska Very awesome rig. Skidders are my favorite. They look like the first trucks that were invented. Simple and built like tanks

[@mailmanfarms]

Love your reply Stefan! We"re currently putting new tires on it and have changed all the fluids. We'll be posting more videos with Mad Max soon! Merry Christmas to you in Alaska.

[@ArmedAndIndigenous]

@mailmanfarms Merry Christmas. I will stay tuned!

[@patricesimard5990]

Detroit diesel , it's have to be drive way open. Those engine are made to turn. One thing, if you have just one set of chains , put them on the front tires.

[@mailmanfarms]

Just bought it and we do have 2 sets of chains. Really appreciate your advice on the Detroit diesel engine. I ran my Dad’s 350 Timberjack back in the day.

[@woodchopinbeekeeper929]

They don't Rev any higher than other diesel engines...they sound like their reving to the moon being a 2stroke

[@mailmanfarms]

@@woodchopinbeekeeper929 You're right my friend! Thank for watching!

[@Bobnur]

We're to get chains for one ?

[@mailmanfarms]

@@Bobnur we have 2 sets of chains my friend!

[@marcchatterson-xq7qt]

Screamin demon

[@garvdarb]

Ramps were definately optional. As I recall, ear protection is required!

[@mailmanfarms]

Absolutely my friend!

[@patricesimard5990]

Some expert!

[@mailmanfarms]

A little rough getting it on the ground for sure. Both of us have hearing loss which prevented accurate communication. Thankfully it all worked out!

[@martingardener90]

@@mailmanfarms I think it was poor eyesight that was the problem! 😂

[@mailmanfarms]

@@martingardener90 LOL for sure … everything starts to go as we get older!

[@larrysprouse8414]

My dad and I wore out several of those old skidders. Great old machines. Trans is the same as a Chevy four speed. Whobble stick a little getting used to. Congratulations and be careful. Rolled ours over several times

[@kevlo4847]

WOW, that rig can cause a lot of damage in the right hands!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mailmanfarms]

Well said my friend! 🤣

[@lumberjack24.a.theoldschoo24]

That thing needs the injector rack adjusted and set. It's called a tune-up on a 2stroke.

[@mailmanfarms]

Absolutely my friend ... we'll be going through this skidder with a fine tooth comb and possibly a paint job.

[@lumberjack24.a.theoldschoo24]

And make sure that you use Chevron dello 400/40w.motor oil. Because that's what Detroit two-stroke engine uses for them. Do not use 15/40 it will take out the rings. Straight 40 in the 2storkes

[@mailmanfarms]

@@lumberjack24.a.theoldschoo24 Greatly appreciate your excellent advice !

[@Grease1987]

Keep them rpm’s up

[@marvinlindemann6121]

Is that the Skidder from Ralph Affleck?

[@mailmanfarms]

Nope, … Never heard of him my friend.

[@marvinlindemann6121]

The old man and the handmade sawmill Landline this Video is on KZbin. There is a skidder that seems like yours.

[@alecjagol2447]

Think i saw that one for sale on Facebook market place

[@mailmanfarms]

You’re right my friend … he was a great seller to work with and a great buy.

[@alecjagol2447]

@@mailmanfarms i was thinking about buying for snowplowing but went a different way i 74 mf 1500 4x4 with plow on front

[@profloorsca]

My first skidder I learned on. 🤠👍✌️

[@profloorsca]

I forgot to mention that was around 1972,after that a 360 for a short while and then a brand new 404. 🤠👍

[@scottlovering9006]

shift were?🤣😂😆😁I'm no better like the video😁

[@abdulmuhammad3278]

Well I see I see two the person who opened them low Rams open them to why and the person on the skittle don't know what they doing

[@mailmanfarms]

We did our best my friend. Thanks for watching! Have a great day!

[@patrickthemayor2524]

haul up your draws!

[@mailmanfarms]

A daily struggle for most men LOL

[@calinhanca5704]

Nu știu din ce cauză șoferul tractorului turează motorul în exces - după coborârea de pe platformă 🤔

[@mailmanfarms]

Este o mașină veche de derapaj. Șoferul a oprit motorul pentru că pedala s-a blocat. Multumesc prietene!

[@marcchatterson-xq7qt]

Need to get real forestry tires those look like tractor tires that’s why they are so beat up

[@mailmanfarms]

Absolutely my friend … we’re working on it … these size tires are difficult to find.

[@marcchatterson-xq7qt]

Ya u need at least a 16 ply forestry tire they won’t go bald nearly as fast as I’m sure those tires did. Just don’t spin over stumps or scrub side walls against other trees they will last forever if they are taken care of

[@fabyanjim1]

Amateur hr driving lucky that guy didn’t get maimed

[@mailmanfarms]

Yes, my friend ... we were very thankful nobody got injured.