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@WoodchuckCanuck9 ай бұрын
I'd say paint the oil tank black to get some solar gain to help thaw the water, or even wrap the tank is a black t-shirt or put a black wool cap over it. But it won't matter once you have a roof over your processor. Maybe there is a way to funnel heat from the engine, or move the oil tank near the engine. Also, like fuel tanks, keep them full in the winter to prevent condensation.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
excellent ideas Chuckster. I love creative problem solving
@haviland5869 ай бұрын
If you top off the bar oil after running, you'll reduce the amount of condensation in the tank.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Interesting. Thanks for the tip
@dleland719 ай бұрын
That's what happens in your gas tank if you don't keep it "full".
@Zeke-yv3nw9 ай бұрын
Great video Joe! The 4 way works fast with the right logs.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Yes it does. Just have to stay on top of the centerpoint etc
@crxess9 ай бұрын
Best suggestion - Always leave the Oiler Tank Full when not in use for longer periods. That Ice is all Condensation collecting inside the tank. You can add a small 2/3-way valve and short hose to drain collected water sitting in the bottom of a tank(Not Frozen)
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Nice thought buddy ... Thanks
@teacherhaggis69459 ай бұрын
Magnificent camera work! Thank you, Emily!!
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. This was not Emily... she went back to college this very day
@teacherhaggis69459 ай бұрын
Well, whoever it was, they did a grand job.
@billobermeyer6609 ай бұрын
You are correct Joe, any machine can break and we can break any machine. Thank goodness there are smarter men than I who know a lot more than I do!! Thanks for sharing!
@waynetharp9 ай бұрын
Either the cap is leaking or just like with vehicles where it is best to keep tank full in the winter for condensation... Something as simple as a mud flap or bucket over the oil jug might help with future issues. Have a great day, Joe!
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I agree Wayne. thanks buddy
@larrykluckoutdoors82279 ай бұрын
Joe, stop by a Stihl Dealer and pickup a Blue bottle of bar oil (winter oil) it flows so much better in the cold weather
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Good to know larry. I have one down the road from me.
@NeighborlyHomestead9 ай бұрын
Another great video Joe! I absolutely love watching the Japa 405 in action and your commentary is great as always! - Tim
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it Tim!
@elainereid58339 ай бұрын
Ahh, you got winter! Well, it had to happen. Elaine from Canada here, thanks for showing the 4way again, and I love that live deck - what a time and labor saver. Great camera work too. Cheers Joe.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks Elaine!
@haroldanderson27819 ай бұрын
Ahhhh the sights and sounds!! Thanks Ohio Joe!!
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Harold!
@sawsurgeon9 ай бұрын
G’morn’n Joe! I use HEET, the Red bottle of isopropyl fuel line antifreeze in hydraulic systems for winter service. Alcohol will effect equal parts of water, so if you add about 1 or 2 ounces per gallon of oil capacity, you should stay ahead of your condensation. If used regularly throughout the cold season, it should prevent this sort of issue. Bless’ns to you kind sir, Tedd
@asphaltcowboy58779 ай бұрын
Change the bar oil to a bio oil meant for colder temperature and keep it topped off to prevent moisture build up
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Good idea cowboy
@botabob9 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the great content. I’m enjoying the Wood Hound podcast, the number one firewood podcast. Keep up the good work. Enjoy The Journey - Cheers
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks Bob. I sent you an email the other day. If you didn't get it check your spam file.
@botabob9 ай бұрын
@@ohiowoodburner - We are even on the emails. I missed yours also. LOL - cheers
@ronbrooks66819 ай бұрын
Joe, Keep Warm and Safe. That Live Deck is the way to go. Amazing the way the 405JAPA And the 4Way Split puts out that Wood. We just had our First Snowstorm. About 8inches. But concerned about the next Powerhouse Storm coming in. Lots of Rain, Wind, and after that Very Cold Air. Stay Safe my Friend. As always great Video. Ron From the Woodyard in Duanesburg NY.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks Ron. We have wet snow this morn but the roads are clear
@Riverguide339 ай бұрын
A good real-life commentary on the Japa405, Joe. Nice camera work, too! Thanks for your efforts to present these vids to us. 👍
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
thanks rg!
@outdoorswithlarryrobin9 ай бұрын
Joe doesn’t need a log Loader! He just does it by hand 💪😂Nice work my friend 🪵👍🏼🇺🇸
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. I am getting too old to wrangle logs like that. I almost gave myself another week off LOL
@waynebarnett74679 ай бұрын
Good morning Joe. Looks like winter has arrived in NE Ohio. Friday morning was down right frigid , but no wind. My crew and I waited till nine to get started. I’m old what can I say !! Have a great day Joe.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
seems the older i get the more I can't handle the cold lol
@brianrizzi63219 ай бұрын
Happy new year Joe, hope you have a stellar year in production and sales
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks brian
@johnellis84809 ай бұрын
With cold weather and hopefully frozen ground, perhaps the log haulers can get into the woods and bring you some more logs!
@garlandanderson74119 ай бұрын
I was in the hardwood lumber business for 35 years. Try loading your deck without putting logs on top of each other. Just lay them side-by-side and I think you will find you will eliminate some grunt work and you’ll still process just as fast. Too much weight on those chains could snap your head shaft.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I always have known I overload the table I can usually make it work but I thought this was good footage to show. Thanks garland
@rodneysweetnam86539 ай бұрын
Hi Joe - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. I hate to see snow lying on valuable machinery as it gets into every nook and cranny. Your chain appeared somewhat loose so I guess you adjusted it before getting started. If the oiling issue is persistent in cold weather it wouldn't take much to make the container quick detactable to enable you to store it indoors. I admired your beautiful skies in Ohio that day.
@waynebarnett74679 ай бұрын
@big Rodders Making the oil tank detachable is a great idea. You could remove the tank , set it in the cab of your truck , warm it right up.
@crazyman31579 ай бұрын
I definitely agree. A simple water shut off ball valve, like is used on most water fittings, would be an easy fix. A couple of hose clamps like is already on the Japa, automotive style, and problem solved. Fill the tank after each use as well would help. Sure, it would take a couple of minutes and adds time, but you wait for the Japa to warm up anyways. Still a great processor even with a small inconvenience. Joe, you definitely know the Japa and keep an eye on the small things to keep it running at its best and keep great care of your equipment. All great qualities to have and you show all the while being honest and transparent. 👍🏻👍🏻
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I like that idea. Let me think on that one Big R!
@rodneysweetnam86539 ай бұрын
@@ohiowoodburner - Big Rodders again. I might be from Ireland but I'm not green behind the ears!!
@lendevonuk54799 ай бұрын
Happy New Year Rodders!
@pnuttheclownh22549 ай бұрын
great camera video work.
@chrisartman61689 ай бұрын
Hi Joe. O the joy of winter. Glad you found a solution for your problem. Can you shut off the live deck rollers when you don’t need them to assist in feeding the logs? Maybe stop some of the issues. Anyway thanks for another view into your firewood delivery service. Have a great day 👍🏻!
@geezerindawoods9 ай бұрын
I can confirm with each passing year the temporary forgetting how to do something progresses right along. Thus you hear, Just Stop and think about it!!😂 Happy New Year!🎉
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Well said!
@mrscuba16939 ай бұрын
Other guys have already said something about keeping the tank full thats what I do on my dyna its best to top off the diesel and bare oil at the end of your run for the day water in the diesel will ice up and plug your fuel filter and will not start have a nice day and stay safe
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Good to know for sure. Thanks Scooby
@jasonpeterson92769 ай бұрын
Being from mn i remember alot of time when it was 20 below and nice out id go mess with the processor. Biggest trick to keeping condensation out of the oil tank is fill it up when your done for the day. Same thing would happen with the dyna 16 i have.. the multitech i never had an issue with it. Stay warm.
@ecossearthur9 ай бұрын
Time to put a cover over your work space! Loads of options to give you great coverage .
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
it's on the list buddy! thanks
@ecossearthur9 ай бұрын
@@ohiowoodburner Always! Easy to sit on the couch and make observations eh? ;-) Currently walking the 70 acre property that we are looking at buying in Tennessee! Working out what might go where, and trying to access my acres of available hardwood lumber that has not been touched in years! lol
@rogerbelanger2959 ай бұрын
I saw a comment on winter bar oil. I use this type of bar oil for all seasons. Most in my region do that. Another comment was on winter diesel. I had a diesel pickup for 30 years and it ran better with winter diesel in cold weather. Not sure if it would make a difference for your small diesel engine.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Interesting to hear rog!
@joeahopelto80329 ай бұрын
Cold temperatures are much more severe in Finland where the Japa is made. You would think they would devise a system to prevent icing. We have a snowstorm scheduled for tomorrow afternoon here in north central Iowa. 😊
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
This was reworked here in the states. It is set up to use a jug from the store. We went with this style here bc we thought the bottom feed would make the oiler more effective.
@lanceharsh70259 ай бұрын
Hope you have an amazing and productive year! 🤠👍👍👍👍👍
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks Lance!
@gregorymacneil28369 ай бұрын
Now the trick is to get the Japa to clean the snow out the trailer with the conveyor belts!
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Yes! and stack it neatly as it goes into it
@gregorymacneil28369 ай бұрын
@@ohiowoodburner I bet with a little AI and a robotic arm you could have a 24/7 wood stacker - of course - you would have to compete for employee of the month!
@lendevonuk54799 ай бұрын
Happy New Year Joe! Frozen oil tank = hot air gun….warm everything up. Keep it up Joe. Len (Devon 🇬🇧)
@robertlivingstone39479 ай бұрын
Great video joe good job
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Mr L
@bioniclife9 ай бұрын
They make a water drain for tanks. Usually, it's just a rubber gromet that goes into a drilled hole. Pressing the barbed fitting with the drain into the gromet locks it in place. Make sure your tank is empty if you go this route.😉
@eddiemortontapman72529 ай бұрын
What ever it takes , Working Thur the Challenges Indeed !
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Sure am Eddie!
@dleland719 ай бұрын
I noticed a little spot of rust on the 'chute'. If you are going to leave the machine unused in the weather for several days, you could use an old paint brush with some used motor oil to weatherize it. That's what we use on our farm. Just a little will do the trick. Happy New Year to you and your family. May 2024 be an even better year!
@billyhill1019 ай бұрын
World class operator
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
thanks Mr hill!
@fricknjeep9 ай бұрын
hi there looks like you have done that before , well done , some times you ride the bike and some times you ----------- 50s you are a youngster best to all . john
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. Sometimes I'm not sure about that John
@leonardryan87239 ай бұрын
Good joe see you got a little WHITE GOLD last night . Well that a easy fix on your bar oil . Joe you have to get winter blanket like we use up here in cold winter in Canada 🇨🇦. Cold weather for us is 20 to 40 below with NO HEAT IN THE TRUCK . 😮
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. As warm as this winter has been it has spoiled me. Now 25 degrees f feels like the arctic lol
@leonardryan87239 ай бұрын
I love watching the japa print off Benjamin went early in the morning having bagels 🥯 coffee ☕️. Can’t watch the stock market close on the wk- end joe . 😊
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I hope you have been doing well. I fired my online pro and am doing it myself. Not sure why we pay a commission for someone to put my money in mutual funds. I can do that myself for free
@KF8OD19 ай бұрын
HNY Buddy!
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
73s KF8OD
@lounar482Ай бұрын
Look to see if your unit has a thermostat for temp control. If not, a small piece of cardboard to cover the radiator will keep the engine running hot which diesels need for peak efficiency.
@Frankzeien9 ай бұрын
Just need a little knowledge, but when the big stuff breaks you need more lol. Happy new year Joe 😎.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. Thanks Frank!
@larrykluckoutdoors82279 ай бұрын
Also Joe, don’t forget to make sure that you have winter Diesel fuel for the Japa
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I buy off road diesel from the local oil company. Not sure what they do with that
@two-strokesmoke72899 ай бұрын
Isopropyl or HEET (methanol) might help the ice situation. A small amount shouldn't hurt anything or wait for a warm day and drain the tank. Also if you used a hair dryer to "gently" warm and melt the ice.
@jbbrown79079 ай бұрын
Joe, Could you imagine if one of your veiwers was willing to keep your log deck full and hold your camera! You could charge your veiwers to come help you.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I like the way you think JB!
@sirwallygator5659 ай бұрын
Keep your oiler tank fallen the winter and you would not get water in it.. Put a little gas line antifreeze in it to get rid of the water
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
thanks wally!
@olefredrikrandgaard32549 ай бұрын
Nice video as allways 👍🇧🇻
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks Freddy
@joeshaffer25069 ай бұрын
Good Sunday morning joe yeah we haven’t really had a winter here in ohio last couple years but on the note of the ice would think moisture in the tank since it was on the bottom of the tank and top of the line ? Good choice on a Allen key not a stick 👍 I would drain that oil and put fresh in since it was down there anyway (low) I’m sure that tank just unbolts. If it’s really cold and haven’t used my splitter in little time I put a little buddy heater under the tarp to warm all fluids up a bit since I keep it covered anyway since my 30tn countryline is all I have 👍
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Thanks Joe. I need to put a heater on the oil jug that would prob free up the ice dam!
@GMC-qo9xi9 ай бұрын
Since it’s just for oiling the chain, and not the motor, when that water melts it will just run right though. So he probably won’t need to do anything other than topping oil up the when he’s done should help prevent condensation buildup.
@jimmieburleigh95499 ай бұрын
They make different size sticky back thin heat pads for like oil pans etc. Put one small one on bottom or back side of the oil tank
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Good to know! But I don't have electricity. Would have to use one of my power stations
@jimmieburleigh95499 ай бұрын
@@ohiowoodburner just when you get there to get things going. I thought japa had a small generator on them to run a light stand and maybe a couple power tools.
@joewittstock9 ай бұрын
As for Hydraulics fluids is cold times I would drop in and Aquarium heater in the reserve tank some are pre set a 72 degrees.... others you can set at what you want....done this front end loaders fork lifts etc... the may work with you bar oil tank as well...water will not freeze and flout above the oil .drain later if needed... they also have heated dip stick...for cars and trucks and Diesel Equpment Warm Moter oil..... going to work a 4;30 am in the dark.... all Equpment has to be up and running ..... as they show up for work......every thing is plugged in the night before
@stevesedgwick57899 ай бұрын
Good video as usual Joe, has Bob left Metsa Machines?
@mikemccormick37649 ай бұрын
How much firewood would you guess you just split in this video, and how long were you splitting once you got started ? Thnx…
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
This was a small load. prob 1/2 cord. I cant remember the lenght but it takes longer when we film and I had to fuss with the live deck. Plus I swapped out knives but had to edit out the 6 way. Long story lol
@davidevans4749 ай бұрын
I believe water is heavier than oil water will come to the top. If it’s the beginning of winter I would change the oil it probably won’t get better but who knows .😊
@leonardryan87239 ай бұрын
If it get too cold make a fire 🔥 under the japa that should warm it up 🔝 and melt the ice in bar oil and diesel lol . See you need a shed over your forest gear in the cold and hot 🥵 months joe . Don’t forget your a SMART man 😊.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I keep telling my wife and daughters that Len!
@robertwazniak94959 ай бұрын
@@ohiowoodburnerand, I’m assuming that they keep coming up with proof to the contrary?
@donmcgimpsey17069 ай бұрын
Hey Joe - if I was 20 years younger, I would have picked up that crooked log and twirled it around like a baton. Of course, 20 years ago - that log would have been a sapling.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha... I feel the same way Don
@darrenwandy9 ай бұрын
Could you run a heat tape around the oil tank perhaps?
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I thought of that. Prob could. That would seem to make the oil flow better in cold weather too
@thefirewooddoctor9 ай бұрын
Hope you are running treated fuel in it. Will be a long time to that it out if it gels up.
@larrysmith24819 ай бұрын
Hey Joe....I was watching this and wondering if your hands bother you with the repetitive motion that you do?
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I haven't felt anything like carpal tunnel etc. I get a sore back from time to time but nothing that I'm concerned about yet. Thanks Larry
@larrysmith24819 ай бұрын
I only ask because I have had 4 surgeries on my hands and the last one put me out of service for a month...@@ohiowoodburner
@RyanHull769 ай бұрын
Morning!!!
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Good morning Ryan
@mikefromwv10109 ай бұрын
Don't know when you did this video but please keep the snow up there. I used to love snow but I'm one legged now and I don't do well with it
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I hear you Mike. Seems the older I get the more I don't like it.
@thecraportheoreos78349 ай бұрын
Hey 👋 Joe
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Yo there!
@jfanderson149 ай бұрын
Whatever happened to the escort?
@dannymcnally62119 ай бұрын
Keep the chain reservoir topped off and full in the winter.. common sense stuff here Joe.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Must not be common sense then Danny bc I had never heard of it.
@DanielAtkinsFirewood9 ай бұрын
Joe, as you are clearing stacks at home, are you still stacking at home??
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Not this time of year. Maybe again in the summer
@michaelfreehling19149 ай бұрын
Hey Joe the way you were handling the log jam on the deck I believe you are working as a alias, your real name is Paul Bunyan. Curious as to where you keep your blue ox Babe. Y'all have a great 👍 day
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. I almost gave myself the week off after doing that. That type of work is for the younger guys
@YusriGaidienАй бұрын
17:20 Well I would love big wood like that... in fact the bigger the pieces the happier I am! Why!? because If I split it again in half you have a extra piece... or if if I want kindling I can split it to kindling pieces...it all adds up... just my opinion.
@ohiowoodburnerАй бұрын
I think I follow you but I am in business to sell firewood. The smaller the split the more I can sell it for. I'm not wishing to be a non profit organization
@dougraimondo46839 ай бұрын
You really need to get under roof it will make life way easier in the long run Mr Joe 👍
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
It's on my list doug. Stay tuned buddy
@mikemccormick37649 ай бұрын
Cold weather at work on machines needing to warm up. Quite the machine. Like the video without too much talking. Not criticizing, just sayin. Thnx…🤛🏻
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
haha. I get both critiques. Some want to hear me talk, others don't I just do what I feel like doing on that particular day. Thanks Mike
@BW35bucket9 ай бұрын
Joe I was in rural king and I listen to an association talk about a thermal 110 plug in. It look like a three way simple plug in adapter. Thermostatically controlled outlet, Is the proper name. Turns power on at 32 degrees and shuts off at 50 degrees. It’s not a heater. I think they sale heaters for animal buckets. It’s possibly a helpful start to your fix possibly.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
That would work but I don't have electricity at this place
@BW35bucket9 ай бұрын
Definitely do your homework on making sure it would be ok. You have an alternator on your machines.? In my old van I have a power inverter it’s made by power drive. 3000 watts. Would have to be in dry area guessing. My unit is digital. I purchased it at Loves truck stop. Maybe a possibility. You could design it to connect it as needed. Possibly. Thanks great video.
@BW35bucket9 ай бұрын
Our van has 110 plug in it. Newer vehicles a lot of them are equipped with them. Put an inverter in your truck. My inverter unit works great. No complaints yet. Have a great week.
@MrTiger00029 ай бұрын
Ahem. Joe, I think your cameralady have seen you do everything and probably knows how to operate Japa,. So why not let her take a lead role for a video.... lol.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
That has been discussed LOL. Stay tuned
@SKFirewood9 ай бұрын
Would a 6 way not of been better joe??
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
When we were filming this I had a whole section run with the 6 way but I had to edit it out bc I kept referring to it as the 8 way LOL.
@parcelmonious9 ай бұрын
Too cold for a Dr Peppers?
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
it was this day lol
@adammac43819 ай бұрын
Bro, dont go another winter without cover for your machines,,,and,,, why not look after your feet a little bit and buy yourself a thick rubber matt where you stand operating the jappa 405,,,, your feet, knees and legs will say thank you.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I do have a roof in the plans. I think a cushioned mat could help but I also would say the platform is springy, has some give to it
@davidhickenbottom65749 ай бұрын
I hope you get those logs cheap, there's got to be better stuff out there. I don't trust many people.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
? I get them from the loggers via a log truck. Seems to be all the same, or very close...different species etc.
@robertwazniak94959 ай бұрын
You know, Joe if you keep getting dirty doing that kind of stuff, you’re standing too close to the work.
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I may get my white helmet dirty too! LOL
@DaleHiggins-m4c9 ай бұрын
I'm surprised it's a chainsaw, I expected a direct drive round blade like a skill saw
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
Those circular wheels are only on the bigger machines. I think the 405 is described as a mid range. The thing I have learned with processing logs is the bigger logs usually go to the mills. The skinnier ones get into the firewood market
@willy45719 ай бұрын
battery powered heat gun might be handy, heat up stuck nuts and bolts,
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I agree with you Bill. Thanks buddy
@leonardryan87239 ай бұрын
Joe iiiii iiiii been thinking 🤔, you need another sea can and wood doctor make yourself a kiln dry firewood 🪵. Them you can double or triple your Benjamin in the firewood yard . Your a young man to double your money 💴. You are always saying that your SMART BUSINESS MAN . I’m just here watching and push you to highest producer in your state joe . 😊
@ohiowoodburner9 ай бұрын
I don't remember ever saying I'm a smart business man. I do believe the best way to describe my business acumen is "don't follow me, I'm lost."