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[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Good morning Joe, we’re all becoming big boys with big toys😂👍🇺🇸

[@ohiowoodburner]

Well said LOL!!!

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

That machine is perfect for the smaller logs and to keep p hours off of a bigger machine! Great video Joe!

[@ohiowoodburner]

It is a very nice machine and can easily complement another bigger one

[@fullcirclefarm]

I have the japa 315 pto driven every time my 14 year old grandson comes over he wants to make firewood he loves running the machine 😅

[@ohiowoodburner]

I can see why. This was a blast to run. Enjoyed every second

[@ChrisSpaulding-em3qr]

Great job Joe!!!!!!!!

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

Joe, check your motor mount bolts... There's usually a little movement on hydraulic pump pressure but looks like you might have a bolt or 2 loosened up...

[@ohiowoodburner]

I noticed that too watching the vid. You can't see the engine when you're operating it. I do believe those motor bounds are pretty spongy

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

@ohiowoodburner my Honda on my RGN trailer loosened up and just the vibration of trucking down the interstate had all 4 nuts and washers laying in the tray of the gooseneck.... I discovered it when I fired it up and the darn thing nearly jumped off the bolts when disconnecting the drop deck!! Brand new trailer. 55 ton rgn... smh... lesson learned Trust but verify

[@Frankzeien]

@@ohiowoodburner Yeah I was going to say that’s a nice bounce on that engine

[@TheTorkerman]

It’s the frame rate of the camera that makes it look like that. Film it in a over resolution and you won’t see it.

[@skipman8yard]

Pretty impressive for a small machine 🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵🪵👌👨‍🌾🇺🇸💯🏴‍☠️👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@lyleharkness-rv5vf]

Good splitting Joe 👍 Nice display of the 315 😊 Good video.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Lyle!

[@QuercusAlba01]

Joe from OWB & Scheib seem to be the only guys now stacking their wood, everyone else switched to mega piles. Paradigm shift & time savings!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

The best thing for anyone to do in firewood is to see how everyone else does things and then doe the opposite

[@QuercusAlba01]

@@ohiowoodburner Agree the principle, but if the wood dries just as well for less effort, than it's smart!

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@QuercusAlba01 You are being reasonable.

[@davidedwards3734]

Great video!! Only suggestion is the log lift lever needs to be repositioned. Stay Hydrated and Have a Safe Day

[@ohiowoodburner]

possible but I think I make it look worse than it is bc I push the limits of log length LOL

[@brendanjones2734]

Thought the same Looks like you could easily trap your hand arm It's in an bad position

[@ronbrooks6681]

Nice going Joe, Beautiful Amount of Logs and just the Perfect Size. I am cutting some more today myself. Trying to stay ahead and getting there. The Jappa 315 is great for the Smaller logs. Looks like all Maple which is Wonderful Firewood. Enjoy and Stay Safe my Friend. Ron from the Woodyard in Duanesburg NY

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for watching Ron. Stay safe bud

[@WilliamOpferman]

That’s a nice machine, it has a fast splitting cycle

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Joe - it’s Big Rodders in Ireland. The 315 is some performer, particularly the splitting process. At just over a 1/3 the price of the 405 it is a viable proposition for the smaller operator but log size and quality appears to be critical.

[@ohiowoodburner]

This one needs the smaller logs but it sure is a good producer Big Rodders!

[@jbbrown7907]

Joe, Comparatively, you look like a hobbiest today. I think the lack of the log deck is what makes you look like a backyard enthusiast. You have more firewood processors than you can run at any given time. I, for one, am looking forward to our next International Firewood Expo.

[@timslawncare5904]

I disagree, I have a lawn business, run it by myself and have 3 different mowers. To be a professional at something, you need more than one machine to keep our business running.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think this is a reminder of how much a log deck can add to your productivity. It seems though that the logs ran thru this are small enough that if you had a buddy you could both pick them up together and not even use the log lift. Can't wait for the IFE

[@kendallc8807]

I thought you had a log deck on your big machine, Joe? Compared to hand loading, or log lift with this one, obviously it is going to speed things up to have multiple logs ready. I am assum8ng the log deck still has to be loaded somehow?. Right? Does it have a lift elevator / chains on the end to load logs?

[@131dyana]

Loved the video.

[@craigdavis1503]

Always good to see other options. Thanks

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for watching Craig.

[@geezerindawoods]

I expect to see you making wood during all snow storms, Mr No like'em Heat!!😂

[@ohiowoodburner]

I can gripe just as well about cold!

[@geezerindawoods]

@@ohiowoodburner 🤣

[@crazyman3157]

Great processor for the size wood you were running Joe. Definitely has its place in the wood yard, ease of moving it around is nice as well. A processor that works for me may not work for you but that is the great thing about Japa, they have a variety of size splitters to fit many needs. I also remember in your early videos that Japa was building larger processors for the North Americam]n market, with Japa being a Finland, the tree sizes are smaller and the 315 is made for the size wood in that market so we need to keep that in mind when we say “but I need a processor that can handle 24” diameter/ 2.4 cm diameter wood” is not always the case and Japa here’s the need and is building larger processors for that size wood, Definitely a fan of the 315 for the price point and size for what it is. As always Joe, I appreciate your hard work and bringing us a variety of machines and showing them in the world class firewood producers yard. 👍🏻👍🏻 Dr Pepper cheers to you my friend. 😊

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the nice post Crazy Man. It seems odd lately that there are a number of others out there that just want to stand in judgement of what I do, question my authenticity etc. All I do is film a day in the life of a firewood delivery service. Reading nice comments like yours motivates me to be even better

[@crazyman3157]

@ I am always in your corner Joe. You have shared knowledge and insight with honesty and integrity, 2 things that are hard to find in this world. As many will also say, what works for you may not work for others. Do what works for you and keep going forward. I see you as a firewood delivery service that found a niche in your market that others were not doing, you thought outside of the box and built a business that supports you and your family while helping others do the exact same thing. Sending all the support I can your way. Raising a Dr Pepper to you buddy, plow forward and keep doing what you are doing. Rude comments of judgmental comments only mean that you are doing the right thing in my mind. Use those comments to push you forward and prove them wrong. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@mikewendeln5218]

That thing is a beast.

[@ohiowoodburner]

It sure is. Very productive

[@michaelfreehling1914]

Thanks for the video Joe. Your new Japa could be nicknamed the "One Arm Bandit" a winner

[@ohiowoodburner]

Interesting. This could be a nice challenge to name it. Hmm...

[@elainereid5833]

Love that dust collector, so simple but hugely effective. Elaine from Canada here, I was really surprised at how maneuverable the 315 was! That is a great attribute for getting it into precise position. Isn’t it wonderful to have “fun” while working. Ah, Joe, great video again, cheers. Oh by the way, how’s your arm after slingin’ that saw lever?

[@ohiowoodburner]

It is interesting that it is as easy to move as what you see. No need to even hitch it up!

[@ralphkanagy4602]

Nice video. Good. Job. Joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Ralph!

[@nickthrane4940]

Looking like a bonafide firewood business over there!

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. Last time I check I was. Seems there are some out there who discount my operation...think that this is smoke and mirrors

[@nickthrane4940]

@ blasphemy! 😂🤣💦

[@LindaMackinder]

Must say the more I see these japas in action the more am lead to believe that they are the way to go weather its with a smaller model starting out right up to the latest bigger models for a high volume operation

[@ohiowoodburner]

There is no question they are dynamite machines Linda. Still the big determining factors are what type of wood do you want to make and what type of supply will you be dealing with

[@cliffjenkins6419]

Remarkably good production rate Joe. I think that the issue with your hand on the lift lever was more a super long log prob. Halve those logs and no worries. Once again a good entertaining video. Thanks mate. Cheers from HB NZ

[@ohiowoodburner]

I see it the same as you Cliffy. I was pushing the limits of how long a log I could put thru it

[@ras5056]

Another Great video! Pretty nice machine. I do think the log lift is a safety issue waiting to happen. The valve control seems to be totally in the wrong place. Super nice for a simi-manual processor.

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

This looks like a great option over the Chinese ones that are available. 😉👍

[@RobertLivingstone-n4g]

Great video great looking logs good job joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Bob

[@edames5317]

You make me tired just watching all the work you do

[@russellhorner4950]

Those processors are nice if you have nice straight small logs. Even the bigger size processors can't handle a huge log. I looked at buying one and decided it wasn't worth the cost to only run it 1/3 of the time I spend making firewood. I find it better to put the logs straight or crooked on a deck to buck rounds then use a vertical splitter with a lift and a conveyor to put the finished product in my pallet bins.alot of my logs are free so I'm making probably more per cord that way.and can run them all no matter the size or straightness of the log.and my firewood is the same size everytime with no trash or little and no respliting time. Because of the deck on the vertical splitter I have total control of my splits

[@Z-Bart]

Man who gripe of cold, need long johns. Ancient proverb. Lol.

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha There is some truth to that

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

Darn nice splitter

[@ohiowoodburner]

It sure is Larry. Thanks for watching buddy

[@MrTiger0002]

Heck. You are being sillly! Buy the heater attachment for Japa! If they don't make it, then surely you can weld something up. The principle is just like the Hardy for your house. Tap the heat source and distribute it. ;) I'd imagine a radiator in front of the exhaust, a pump another radiator and a blower.

[@Riverguide33]

Hmmm…Japa needs to go back to the drawing board with the 315. Too many quirks and issues. Thanks, Joe. 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Interesting. I thought it did pretty good LOL

[@jakebredthauer5100]

Have you tried one? Simple operation.

[@GerryBerndt-gn4zi]

Good morning Chris Happy Nnew Year Sir, so do you have a nickname for the new splitter as of yet, Happy splitting in the woodyard.

[@keithbeynon3878]

It’s really close to being a really nice smaller wood processor. The lever to raise the logs is in a horrible place. Nice on how easy it was to move around. Does it come with long pants for the operator, lol. Have a good day 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha I wear shorts deep into the fall.

[@jalleman61]

Nice affordable set up but the placement of the log lift lever should be moved as that does look kosher

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think that may be more bc of me pushing the limits of log length.

[@peterljubicich9451]

Great video! Shorts in November? Won’t fly here (0 now in Palmer AK). Met you at IFE last May. Q: does stacking improve your profitability over piles in the yard and truck?

[@ohiowoodburner]

I remember you well! It was an honor to have you and your wife! Haha we have been VERY unseasonably warm here in Ohio this fall. I made two deliveries today in shorts if you can believe that. My system has been developed over the years and I'm zeroed in on what maximizes my time and $$. Without a doubt stacking firewood is the most important thing we do. Not just for quality of product but also for operational efficiency. Firewood is too precious and important to leave in a heap!

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@ohiowoodburner If I remember, you normally stack the wood at the customer's place. I can see how it would be easier to stack for the customer if the wood is stacked on the vehicle. Heaps may not do well in a damp, warm, rainy climate. Eastonmade does not even put pallets under his piles. If you were scientific, you would try both ways, or at least know what problems you were avoiding.

[@jimmieburleigh9549]

If it was mine I'd by pass the safety mechanism so I could lift the hoods. I'd probably just take the one off above the wedge and ram and leave the one above the saw.. Ain't no different than running a standard horizontal splitter.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That is normally my practice but the pusher comes out so fast that it just seems right to keep out of the danger zone

[@jbbrown7907]

I think this processor would be hard to have as your only machine. You are limited to cutting only saplings, no fully grown firewood trees.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Probably, at least around here. It has a 12" max but experience shows that the log has to be perfect to get that size in.

[@murdoch451]

I like it but the import tax kills it in the UK, David UK.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Seems there is always something standing in the way of progress

[@Comshawfactory]

You know all that small chip wood you can't do anything with, bundle them up as Killin. Sell them for $5 a bundle. You be surprised why people buy them. If you can find someone who sells old conveyer belts, use them as cover over the mud. Dry mud first then belts then rock . One person I know had crushed plastic milk cartons layer them down as a base and then rock. Another one cut the tops off filled with Rock and put them in a trough in the ground. Cover with dirt for stability then rock on top.. it's just easier for these guys in more muddied area then yours. It works but it is a lot of work with the only cost is rock. But the ground is more stabled for heavy equipment on it.

[@brendanjones2734]

I think it's what you call horses for courses big machine for big wood and the same for the smaller machine especially if your getting a large range of wood I'm no wood man but it seems to make sense to me

[@willy4571]

I'm 61 and the smaller logs I would lift them without the log lift, and I'm 5'8-230 lbs full of arthritis

[@ohiowoodburner]

That is probably a way to do it. These logs aren't that heavy

[@willy4571]

@ohiowoodburner or you could use your tractor with grapple and just roll logs on to the convaour

[@charlesjlatimer6249]

Japa needs to redesign and relocate that log lift hydraulic valve handle so that your hand isn't near the log you are attempting to put in place and look at motor mount and pump excessive movement

[@ohiowoodburner]

I couldn't see the motor when I was running it. I need to look at the bolts but the mounts do seem to be squishy

[@robertdeadrick556]

You need to get a bigger live deck for the japa 405

[@stephen5702]

Why does the engine move around when you cut and split?

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

Back pressure from the hydraulic ram pump.... but Joe needs to check his motor mount bolts.. I'm thinking that's to much movement also... That motor usually only has 4 bolts...

[@ohiowoodburner]

Not sure. I noticed it when I watched the vid also. I will check it out

[@Dan.Whiteford]

Overall the processor is really quite impressive and seems to have a good output per hour. However i do think that the hydraulics need some tuning up and the engine is moving about on its mounts far too much. Log lift much too slow to lift and lower, the control spool valve is very poorly positioned when lifting, lift capacity (weight) seems quite adequate. Cutting chain too slow - see saw chip output - pathetic really. Is the chain running at the correct speed? seems to be nothing remotely like a working chainsaw even under load. Splitting ram seems to have adequate power. Splitting wedge adjustment OK but needs some spring assist to lift it more easily. Output elevator running slightly too fast in my opinion, feed belt seems fine. The dual function of having to move the cutting blade and chain to work another service seems odd to say the least Overall is the engine powerful enough? OK it is likely to be brand new and needs some running -in time. At this engine speed does the pump have enough capacity (volume and pressure) as it seems to me to be barely adequate. Higher revs = much more engine noise and I think it is loud enough already. Would the engine have enough "grunt" to work a bigger capacity pump? Perhaps the pipework and valve arrangements are limiting / restricting the oil flow / pressure?

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the well thought out post buddy. Good job

[@32plug]

Morning, would you consider this wood you just processed pizza oven, residential or restaurant wood?

[@ohiowoodburner]

All three. I have found smaller splits is the ideal type for max $. I make all my wood the same size

[@32plug]

@ awesome

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@ohiowoodburner Do your customers prefer 16 inch or 12 inch. I realize 12 inch would be a bit more expensive to manufacture. Perhaps the ovens are large enough it doesn't matter.

[@paulheffron3951]

Hi Joe, Do you have any evidence that stacking your firewood causes it to season better or faste?

[@paulheffron3951]

Faster

[@ohiowoodburner]

I am sure there is a scientific study out there somewhere in the literature but for me my stacking is based upon what I have learned is best for the wood and the customer. Beyond the benefits of consistent, mushroom free drying I experience an operational benefit as loading my trucks is WAYYY easier pulling from a stack than an unmanaged pile of sticks.

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@ohiowoodburner Dries better, loads more easily. Could be. Jumbled and disorderly may have an adverse effect on some people.

[@TheCalWillden]

That log lifter controler seems to be in a bad place. You might want to let your friends at Japa know there is an area they could improve.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I am sure they are watching now

[@floydwilliams3321]

Definitely little slower unit

[@donmcgimpsey1706]

log lift + interference pattern. Think again I suppose.

[@ohiowoodburner]

What is an interference pattern?

[@donmcgimpsey1706]

@ohiowoodburner in an engine, it is when the cylinder at top dead center hits a valve, due to a failure, such as timing belt, in the splitters case, the log lift log over laps the lift valve and forces you to reach around

[@ohiowoodburner]

@@donmcgimpsey1706 Gotcha. The engine in my F150 is like that.

[@DavidStafford-ii5yv]

I have to be apologetic. I went to a another KZbinR site called "Out Door with the Morgans". He was thinking about your game plan.. I put into comments to check out your channel and game plan. Said you were such a great guy. My comments were there and then deleted within 30 minutes.

[@COIcultist]

You make money how you make money, we all have to live, but are you now doing infomercials not just firewood making films?

[@ohiowoodburner]

Laughable.

[@COIcultist]

@@ohiowoodburner It wasn't meant as an insult, but you seem tied into the manufacturer, it was meant as an honest question. I'm not buying firewood processing equipment, so an entertaining film is an entertaining film to me. Oh, and Joe I could not challenge that you are entertaining.

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@COIcultist Joe didn't give a clear answer. He may not want us to know.

[@MannistoCay]

Nice looking machine, asked them for a quote. Said it's cause of you that I was looking. Have a good one!🇨🇦🇺🇸🪵👍🌴

[@ohiowoodburner]

Great to know buddy. I am on record as stating I am not an employee of Metsa or Japa nor do I get a commission but having that feedback to them helps with my relationship for sure. Thanks for having my back MC

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@ohiowoodburner Another evasive response. The owner is letting you use it for free, right? The orange LO splitter, made in NY, has a serious design flaw. How are you going to handle that situation with Austin? If you never did approve the design, you are off the hook, unless you endorse it. Has anyone besides LO ever approved the design?