Making Firewood With the Right Tools

[@ohiowoodburner]

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[@harryellingsworth8302]

I will say Tammy and Kevin with LOGRITE are great people who make and sell a great tools. Take care Joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have only worked with Tammy so far. She was very nice and pleasant to deal with. Joe

[@duncanraeside3290]

As a Maine,r who’s been cutting firewood almost 70 years you are doing just great, I really enjoy your videos. I have to buy most of my wood as I’ve had two major back surgeries in the last year , c doctor said one to many jump during the Vietnam war years. So take care of your back.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the nice post Duncan. I hear you about taking care of the back. I always feel we are all just one bend away from serious trouble. I love these new tools and hope they keep me in the game longer. Joe

[@johnhaug5527]

They were some nice straight logs. They made great looking firewood.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I agree John...I wish I had a magic wand at time! Knots make things difficult. Joe

[@johnmcelfresh4997]

Just purchased both these tools to use here on the farm. Mine are Stihl-branded, but one can tell they are made by Logrite as they are identical except orange in color. I had no idea these two tools even existed until I got a new Stihl catalog earlier this week. Mine is the “Cant” tool, which is identical except instead of a point which is on the Peavey, it has a flat pointed hook in that position to grip the log as you roll it. That is the difference between the Peavey and Cant models, everything else is the same. Another great item is the Tree Stand, which attaches to the end of the tool near the point and allows one to roll a log over and then brace the end of the log in the air in one motion, kind of like a jack stand. You then can use a chain saw to cut the log down into firewood as it is now suspended in the air and off the ground. So you position the Peavey or Cant about 1/3 down the log, roll it over and lay the handle on the ground; now that 1/3 is up in the air, braced from underneath, and you cut it into 16” rounds and split them. Great video; what a nice operation. And yes, save your back Sir! We’re not getting any younger,are we. :)

[@minglim-pollard1167]

Hats off to you Joe, you are a real battle, Best wishes Kieran

[@budgillett9627]

I purchased the LogRite Hookaroon for my wife but her hands are too small to use it so I use it. They’re IMO quite pricey compared to the others but great reviews and since it was for my wife I made the purchase. Now that I’ve used it I’d definitely do it again. Quite simply you get what you pay for! An EXCELLENT tool!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Bud for the comment and review. I have just a couple weeks with their tools now but I can't believe I waited this long! Very useful and productive. Joe

[@patrickgalloway8972]

With a small sawmill and a love of firewood I have both Logrite tools. Love them both!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I can see why having both Patrick. I have fallen in love with mine. They are working great for me. Joe

[@johndell8679]

Enjoying your videos. Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hi John. It is nice to speak with you. I'm glad you are enjoying the vids. They have been a lot of fun to make and I have been meeting a lot of nice people. Joe

[@jasone9]

Congratulations on your partnership with Logrite, I have a feeling this is just the first of many.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Jason. I have had other companies contact me but I don't think I like the pressure of doing the videos for other companies. I want to stay true to my channel but certainly if the tool etc is relevant I would give it a try. Joe

[@johnagen3688]

I use all logrite stuff !! They rock! Made in USA to boot!!!!!!!!!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have been using them a lot since I got them. I can't believe I took so long. Joe

[@bcnewfie494]

i have a logrite log fetching arch , well built, i bought it at the woodmizer dealer when i bought my mill and its painted the same as the woodmizer . it's a great piece of equipment to get wood out of the bush, i'm liking that hookaroon, may have to get one

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think a log arch could be a good tool for me. I could pull the other end of the log towards the machine and not have to move the machine to that end of the log pile. Joe

[@lendygomez]

Joe another great video. Congrats on your new sponsor LOGRITE. I look forward visting their website andbuying some of their tools.I like your part of the vidoe about buying quality tools. Tools that you can pass on to the next generation. I have some special tools that I inherited from my father. Some that were hand made. Great game for the Brown's today. Second place in our division but remeber the Steelers are 10 and 0. Go Steelers!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

We seem to have a lot in common Lendy except for the last sentence! Joe

[@hardwoodharry6364]

Joe your video's as usual are good you explain everything as you go along thank you as always

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Harry. I'm glad to do these and hope to keep it going. Joe

[@michaelwhiteoldtimer7648]

I THINK THAT MICHIGAN KEY CHAIN HELPS IT RUN BETTER. NICE SET OF NEW WOOD HANDLING TOOLS

[@ohiowoodburner]

LOL. Probably. It was left over from my first processor, a Dyna SC12XP. Made in Michigan. Joe

[@dennisconlon5810]

Joe you own a good log splitter but you should check out a splitter that will end most of your hand log moving. Wallenstein makes a winch cable log splitter that will end a lot of your extra work. It’s made in Canada and they have a tractor PTO version and a engine powered trailer version. They have a splitter that you can mount your chain saw in it to cut the logs. Check it out I think you will like it.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have been talking with Not Sure, aka Andrew about the Wallenstein. I will look at them. They look cool. Joe

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Joe - it's Big Rodders again. I gather you are very pleased with the Japa, its ease of use and quality of splitting sizes. If the only issue is the movement of an occasional larger log to the log lift, have you thought of using a Jeep mounted winch to drag logs to the lift. This winch could be a standard one fitted to the front bumper of an electric or gas powered logging capstan winch attached to your towbar. A much cheaper and versatile solution than considering the acquisition of a somewhat duplicate piece of equipment. The Wallenstein is an impressive machine for its intended function.

[@HometownAcres]

Great video Joe, those tools are going to be a perfect fit for your operation there

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Adam. Swing by sometime and you can use them. I will sit in a lawnchair and watch! Joe

[@rosiedrown2168]

Another good video. I learned another thing. Hint: a good pair of ice tongs works great for picking up rounds. Saves the back.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Rosie. Ice tongs are interesting idea. Joe

[@johnc8112]

That's Logrite is very good 👍.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Yes they are John I have been very impressed with them. I'm getting pretty good at using them too. Joe

[@tombryan720]

Logrite makes Stihls cant and peavy. The log jack stand for the cant hook is very handy for cutting on the ground to keep chains sharp. Hookaroon peavy, cant are all logrite with stihl branding. Great looking set up. A firewood man that gets cleaned up for a delivery😀 Never heard of it but great concept

[@ohiowoodburner]

lol Thanks Tom. I try to make a professional delivery more important than the quality of the wood. Although I stand behind both! Joe

[@robertgoble1629]

Processing with a chainsaw and axe, I process my pieces not according to a strict number of inches, but based soon perceived ease of splitting. A straight-grained piece longer, a knotty piece shorter so I can maul it easier. Then I have different piles for different sizes and offcuts go in our stove. Love your setup, love your channel. Sometimes I am jealous of the ease of your processing (!). However, nothing can beat competently swinging the axe! Happy trails and good hunting my friend.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the kind words Robert. I love to swing a maul for about 5 minutes and then I don't feel like doing it anymore! LOL. Great workout however. Joe

[@thejerseyj9422]

I think I'm pretty fast and efficient at processing my wood. But that Japa is really great. I'm 64 so when I get too old to do it like I've been, (sweat equity), I'll invest ! Seriously, if you tell your body it must do something, it will. Barring injury or sickness it will do all you need it to. People that do the type of work we engage in are "industrial athletes", an actual term. So eat like your in training, drink all the water you can handle and keep at it ! PS, Your videos are quite enjoyable.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the nice post Jersey J. It was great to hear from you and you have an insightful look into our activities! Joe

[@MetsaMachines]

Great video Joe! We love using the LogRite tools also. I take the Peavey, Cant Hook, and 2 pickaroons to every trade show - and people are always asking where to buy them. Send them down to the LogRite booth!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Good to know Bob. Gotta use the best! Joe

[@stevesedgwick5789]

Excellent as usual

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks SS! Joe

[@bradleygrapes3199]

Greetings from Sherbrooke Quebec Canada!! All The Best!!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hello there Brad. Hello from the Mahoning Valley.... Ohio USA!

[@farmerboybill]

That japa is impressive I wish I could justify owning one. I live in a frugal area. Not poor, frugal. Low population density and plentiful firewood means that anyone who wants it is trying to save money over lp or fuel oil or electric heat. Local auction sells firewood weekly, and they sell it by the spreader load, which is +/- a cord. Spreaders regularly bring 75-150. Just not enough money for the labor involved. There really isn't a market for value-added sales, either. Every year I process my own 10-12 cord for heating thru my OWB, and I think I should cut and split some smaller stuff for resale. Every year I end up saying "maybe next year" after I sell a spreader load for $125 minus auctioneers commission.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think one of the joys of firewood is making it. I still use my saw and splitter at times just because I want to. I burn 10-12 cord a year too for our OWB. Joe

[@parkermehlman8785]

Logrite tools are awesome I got mine at the Paul Bunyan festival

[@ohiowoodburner]

They always seem to have the busiest tent at the PB. Great company. Joe

[@johnkillen588]

i have gotten a hookeroon last year from logrite and am really pleased in the product........i cut bout 20 cords plus a year and it is a real time and back saver. just ordered a 60 inch peavy from log rite and looking to the use thereof. thanks

[@a.l.l.firewood8883]

I have a logrite atv log arch, it is a great machine. And they are a great company to deal with, they brought mine to the Paul Bunyan show for me to pick it up

[@ohiowoodburner]

I can say they are a very accessible and friendly group to deal with. They are responsive and passionate about their tools and the industry. Joe

[@joezeigler8097]

i wish i could work in the wood yard again . but my health will not let me. i love to watch all the wood hounds out here. not complaining, God has been good to me.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I am glad I can bring these to you Joe. I wish you well and please stay in touch. Joe

[@tonykeller2839]

Enjoyed your video, thank you👍 I do have a cant hook and couldn’t do without it!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for sharing Tony. Good to know you like them. They are great tools! Joe

[@tomwaldo9556]

I like that hookaroon I need to get me one. This was a good video. I always like your videos I get something out of all of them.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Tom. The hookaroon is a dynamite tool. I don't think I have put it down since I got it. Joe

[@Adirondack_DFL]

Nice tools. We used a pickeroon and peevey a lot, but most of all a pulp hook. You can move a lot with the peevey, a strategically placed board in the center for a pivot point will turn a large piece of wood easily.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Joel. I have a feeling I will be learning how to get creative with them as I use them longer. It sounds like you have much more experience than I do. I hope you are well and staying healthy. Joe

[@stevewarner8880]

I have to log rite cant hooks. The 42” and the 60”. Great products that will last a lifetime. Work smarter, not harder! Words to live by

[@ohiowoodburner]

You got that right Steve! I love these tools. Very simple and effective. Joe

[@joeyl1742]

A small skid loader would be a back saver and a time saver

[@ohiowoodburner]

Yes it would Papa Joey. I am considering one of those but with limited funds with my bootstrapped enterprise I must make good decisions. I don't have much margin for error at this age. Joe

[@OhioHillTopsHobbyFarm]

Great video! I really enjoy your process and honesty of equipment. Those sure look like nice tools, best of luck to ya. Take care! 🤠

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thank you for the kind words. Joe

[@Wingboneman]

I got a hook about a month ago, Awesome tool. Wish I would have got one 30 years ago lol. Another good video 👍👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Terrell! Joe

[@alanmagee1207]

NICE OPERATION.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Alan! Joe

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Joe - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. Delighted to see you're now working smarter, not harder. I'm sure you will be now less fatigued at the end of your working day. I would commend you to try out a 30cm timber tongs, designed so that if it fits a log you have the ability to handle it. I consider that, where usable, they are safer than a hookaroon on two counts. Firstly, you don't have the possibility to spear your lower limbs as can happen if a hookaroon is deflected while swinging it. Secondly, the tongs are less likely to release - I've gone flying backwards into a woodpile more than once when the hookaroon lost grip! Regarding the rolling of logs to the lift, would it be an option to place the log runners you have at 90 degrees to the lift on a slope thereby getting gravity to assist you in rolling the logs to be processed. This could be achieved by placing a log under the log runners at the end away from the lift.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hi BR! I have gotten creative with my runners to angle logs to the machine. I also learned that using just one runner is better for me. Less to step over, trip over, and I can get the logs to roll better. Joe

[@danaharsh7592]

Joe, I often wondered why companies have a contact page on their website and then don't bother to answer your question or give you a price for whatever they are selling. Their customers are trying to give them money for their product and they just ignore it. I would say customer service and a quick response would be at the top of their to do list. I'm a contractor and it happens way to much.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Totally agree Dana. I was looking for a new Tshirt vendor and I filled out the form on two websites and got Zero response from either one. Makes no sense.

[@SkidderKev]

Awesome deal Joe!!! I use a Logrite pickaroon in the processor to adjust any rounds that may not fall right. Love the thing and can't say enough good things about there tools. Got a Logrite cant hook for the saw mill too

[@ohiowoodburner]

The moment I held them in my hand I knew it was a homerun and I would be using both a lot. Joe

[@SkidderKev]

@@ohiowoodburner you are exactly right! They are such a handy tool. Can you put a good word for me now hahaha jk

[@daveholmes123]

Very nice Logrite tools Joe, they may help save your back! You have a awesome set-up, be safe and keep up the great work 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Dave! Joe

[@tonieveritt7045]

Morning Joe seems business is going well good luck to u

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Toni. THings are doing well. Dealing with big rain and mud right now! Joe

[@tango165]

Good stuff, really enjoy your videos

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Tango! Joe

[@jng3150]

thank you as always Joe. Good content. Making a dent in your inventory.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Slow but steady Jay. The rain slows me down though. Raining today! Joe

[@craigwilson9560]

Joe, recently subscribed to your channel! Your woodyard looks great! I have the logrite hookaroons and cant hook. Makes a world of difference! Thanks for your video!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the sub Craig and thanks for the kind words. Welcome aboard. I am loving the Logrite tools. They are certainly a back saver. Joe

[@tonybunch543]

Slick operation 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Tony. Joe

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

I have the Log rite can't hook. Great tool

[@ohiowoodburner]

That is good to hear. They are very similar to the Peavey. They are back savers for sure. Joe

[@Bill-rs3mj]

Good One Joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Bill! I hope you are well and staying safe. Joe

[@davegibb9525]

I recently bought the stihl cant hook looks identical to the log rite! probably made by them for Stihl🇺🇸

[@ohiowoodburner]

No clue Dave but the Logrite is aluminum and has a soft spongy grip. I can't believe I went this long without one. Joe

[@davegibb9525]

@@ohiowoodburner I know right that's what I thought. LOL I believe mine is made of stainless steel cost 125 bucks!

[@jacquesblaque7728]

People at LogRite have told how they make tools for Stihl- just different color powder-coat/decals. Of course Stihl charges more, being special? Stainless? Not likely..

[@ddorn04]

Stihl manufactures chainsaws, blowers, weedeaters, trimmers, in Virginia Beach VA. My father in law set the original machines in the Stihl Plant. He was working for an electrical, mechanical company. Then he was hired on at NNS as a electrical supervisor. Stihl buys parts in from all over the world, some assemblies come from Germany. Most of the chainsaw bars are made in Germany. A plant in Richmond VA used to make the plastic parts for the equipment.

[@tombryan720]

Yes, it is 100!% made by logrite. I also have the log stand on mine.

[@robertzalaker4775]

i just got my 78 inch logrite mega hook .it works great i got the log lifter for it also.all my logs are 3-4ft dia.think i will get a36inch peavy for smaller and a hookaroon also

[@stannelson2582]

Nice tools. I use my quad and a rope. One end is shackled to a tree by my cutting area. I rope the rope s few times around the log. The end is shackled to my quad. As I move the quad the logs rolls with it.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have an older quad...it's a 300 two stroke, it runs great but it's not a good machine for doing things like that! lol. Joe

[@stannelson2582]

@@ohiowoodburner it takes very little for my 20 year old 200 4 stroke Chinese knock off 2 wheel drive to roll a 24 ft log off the top of a 10 ft high log pile. Mechanical advantage.

[@rockybuchner5587]

That first log looked about the maximum diameter. Great looking rounds and splits.

[@ohiowoodburner]

It was close. The thing to keep an eye on is the taper. The big end went in first and once you get past that cut it is smooth sailing usually. Joe

[@Gus1966-c9o]

Man I’d love to see you with a loader .

[@Ramdodge582]

i've had my logrite pickaroon and can't hook with log stand for many years, amazing tools. they also make them in orange for this little chainsaw mfg.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have been getting used to them daily. I'm loving them. Thanks Mopar! Joe

[@BAKERHUSKIE]

Great video

[@ohiowoodburner]

Glad you enjoyed it RG. Joe

[@MegaCatpuke]

Stumbled upon your channel, great stuff. I really admire those that have a personal business. I don't have the stones to take a risk like that. Luckily I have worked for good companies. I haven't looked yet but if you don't have a video on identifying wood species that would be great. I still have trouble figuring it out.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Joe. What I did to get me where I am now was out of character for me...it was a lot of circumstances and events but I was able to pull it off. I still don't believe all of this sometimes lol. I will see what I can do about species. I'm not an expert but I have become pretty good. Joe

[@B2Cshank]

I just picked up the log rite pickaroon but have the log ox 2 in one. With a bad back they do help. But I am in the AAAA"s splitting with a electric Wen 6 ton.

[@paulagli8751]

I love your videos

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Paul!

[@danahasson2892]

I love my logrite tools most of them are 10 years old or more.

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

Definitely any job is done easier with good quality made tools..

[@ohiowoodburner]

Aint that the truth Dan? Joe

[@bwillan]

It is hard to beat LogRite when it comes to log handling tools. Looks like you prefer the hookaroon to the peavy when loading logs onto the log lift of the processor. LogRite also makes Mill Series short cant hooks designed for use around a live deck.

[@ohiowoodburner]

The hookaroon just became natural for me to use. The Peavey is a little clumsy with me right now but I have A LOT of times when I need it rolling logs. There is always a knot etc that is in the way of a rolling log. Joe

[@daveboyt6810]

See if you can get Logrite to send you a fetching arch. It'll change the way you move firewood. I've got a LogRite log arch & cant hook, and they are excellent tools.

[@ohiowoodburner]

LOL we discussed that Dave but they are short on supply and can't spare anything now. These manufacturers really are up against it these days! I hope you are staying well. Give me a call after the holidays so we can catch up. Much to share. Joe

[@daveboyt6810]

@@ohiowoodburner You bet! The solar powered SuperSplit is performing above expectations-- much better since I put on a 220V 2-hp motor. And I came up with a log lifter/ staging rack that'll blow you away! Hope to post video in the next couple of weeks.

[@haroldanderson2781]

I also have the logrite cant hook and love it. Another tool I find extremely handy that keeps me from bending over is called a logox. I’ll text you a picture of it later.

[@jaryljackderriere1232]

Two thumbs up for Logrite tools - among the best in the industry. I'm waiting for my wooden handle cant hook to break so I can purchase a Logrite cant hook. I own a Logrite hookaroon and wouldn't try to process firewood without it around.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have seen a lot of the Logox. It looks like a cool tool to have as well. Joe

[@haroldanderson2781]

@@ohiowoodburner I think you would like it better than the pickaroon for moving the ends of logs. I like how you use the pickaroon for pulling the log into the processor.

[@NotSureJoeBauers]

I keep a peavy on my processor but with the winch infeed and using log dogs I rarely have to use it anymore. Have videos of my 11k USD firewood processor on my channel and some waxings about it. It cuts up to 22" and with the winch infeed you don't need a live deck, tractor, skid steer and its made a few hours from Andrew in Canada.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have seen your vids and that wallenstein looks pretty slick. I can see how that can make life easy pulling long logs into like that. Joe

[@NotSureJoeBauers]

@@ohiowoodburner It really beats any Eastonmade when it comes to labour reduction. I like Andrew a lot and he builds a great machine but they're not the best for firewood processing. Hand bucking, handling the rounds and rolling logs off the big piles its just not the way to go. There is nothing out there that competes with the WP840. I had my doubts because I had never seen one in the flesh (or iron I suppose) but it is a stellar machine. I'll work circles around anyone with a 12-22 and the same chainsaw and burn way less energy

[@ohiowoodburner]

@@NotSureJoeBauers I am hearing your review. Tell me about the splitter. How many knives and how is the power?

[@NotSureJoeBauers]

@@ohiowoodburner You can get a 6 way and it comes with a 4 way standard. The new models have a 13hp Honda and 22 gpm pump. So same as Easton made. Has a dump valve for fast return. 7 second cycle time. Plenty of power I would put it up next to a 12-22 like Adam brought over. Its plenty beefy for the long run. It will split a 22" round through the 4 way no problem. I show in one of my videos the adjustable wedge. For big wood like 12" + you have to manually re-split to get down to a small size and I show that in my videos too. Its still wayyyyy less handling than moving rounds to the splitter. The winch is amazing I yarded a full 80' green doug fir log with a 22" butt end with it although I wouldn't recommend that. Your logs you have could be yarded whole right though the machine beacuse they are short enough. See if you can find a dealer in your state, they will bring you a demo. I'll catch up with you later just doing my thing over here. Busy time of year for us all

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

@@NotSureJoeBauers - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. I tried to locate your videos without success. I would welcome some guidance.

[@Deutschehordenelite]

Processor action and great tools! I like this video. Surprised you didn't have either one of the tools, the make sense whether or not you have a processor! :D

[@ohiowoodburner]

Totally agree. These tools are very useful no mater how you make firewood. Joe

[@peterferguson5749]

Morning, Have you ever consider getting a small compact tractor? I just got mine for doing my wood what a game changer no more bull work best tool for the money my third hand for sure !!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hi Peter I am in the process of figuring out my ideal machine for a loader and work horse around the wood yard. I am bootstrapping this enterprise so this will be a pricey acquisition! Time will tell when I take the plunge. Joe

[@trevorb555]

New to the channel. What is that amazing firewood machine u have?!

[@dantabler9301]

Joe, you gots to get a tractor with a loader. This will be the best $$ you ever spent.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm with you Dan. I am working on it. I'm going to need something. Joe

[@duncanraeside3290]

Dan, I agree I have a pretty good size Mahindra front loader and backhoe and it’s great I can haul my logs out of the wood s plus pick them up so I don’t have to bend over to cut them up. A midsize Kaboda would do the trick.

[@farmerboybill]

Or a skid steer loader. Much more maneuverable and handy in the processing area.

[@JoesFirewoodVideos]

There’s 0 wasted wood at my business too... Large rejects are sold as boiler wood and the small rejects feed our wood stove. Any tool that makes your life easier is worth it.

[@ohiowoodburner]

You got that right Joe.

[@bobfurlong5195]

How do you sharpen or replace the cutting chain. That would make for a good video.

[@ohiowoodburner]

The chain comes off just like a chain saw. I have a guy across the lake that I take the chains to. He does a great job. If he is interested I will make a vid with him sometime. Joe

[@bobfurlong5195]

I was more curious how you got them off, looks like it would be a bit of a pain to access. I could be wrong.

[@ohiowoodburner]

@@bobfurlong5195 Sure thing. One of my earlier vids I filmed it. It isn't too difficult. The adjuster is a allen wrench head and it is a little tough holding the wrench correctly etc. I will try to film it next time I change the chain. Thanks for watching Bob. Where are you from btw? Joe

[@stever2633]

Hey Joe nice video. If you needed to go smaller w/ ash, would you resplit on the super split or put an 8-way in there and generate more kindling? I’m sure the 8-way is faster, just wondered if you’re clearing jams more frequently

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hi Steve. I use the 8 way a lot but yes I do get into many more jams. My machine has never jammed on the 4 way knife. Resplitting is really at a minimum. I will have about 5-5 resplits for every cord I make. Joe

[@philgriswold2133]

I bought a Fiskers pickaroon after tearing my bicep tendon at my left elbow. Luckily the tear was only partial and I have mostly recovered. My biggest problem is forgetting about it and carrying on with my hard-headed ways. Must do better.

[@ohiowoodburner]

You sound like me Phil. Your mind says yes and the body says no! Joe

[@darrenwandy]

Joe..the half cord you mentioned in the beginning of the video..that an 8 foot box on your pickup?

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hi Darren. Yes it is an 8' bed. Five rows even with the top of the bed is exactly 64 cf. Joe

[@darrenwandy]

@@ohiowoodburner what length of blocks?

[@ohiowoodburner]

@@darrenwandy The logs? They are all 16" long.

[@treetopfirewood7667]

Nice machine. Some of the pieces look like they come out pretty big. Do you have to end up splitting them a second time down smaller? Ive been looking at logrite. Couple channels have talked about them and the benefit.

[@rottiejakeluke]

What length is the pickeroon you use? Thanks

[@ohiowoodburner]

It is a 36" Michael. What a great tool to have! Joe

[@rottiejakeluke]

@@ohiowoodburner thanks for your reply with the length of the tool.

[@christian109]

Hey joe have you ever counted how many pieces fit in your truck? I’m just curious because I fill my 8foot by 5 foot by 3 foot high dump trailer up and sell as a half cord and lots of people say I’m giving to much wood

[@mountainmanlogging2573]

Yep may i mention skid steer and live feed deck

[@ohiowoodburner]

Yes you may MML! Lol. Trust me, I know. I consider myself on a journey and I trust that day will come. Until then I will roll logs and hope to avoid being crushed! Joe

[@craignash4736]

Hey Nice video ,I learn a lot from you . I’m guessing you cut your own logs ? I buy mine and half are over 18 20 inches in diameter. Problem ? Thanks again. Craig. Pa.

[@ohiowoodburner]

If your logs or not cut at 16 inches your measurements for a cord, half cord accuracy are thrown off. Joe

[@robschwartzenburg8933]

How often do you sharpen the cutting chain in the processing plant

[@ohiowoodburner]

It lasts about 5 cords. It is cutting under ideal conditions so it lasts longer than a typical chainsaw. Joe

[@jr-a-cat]

You right about a "good" tool if you only have to buy it once you have saved .Been splitting 24 to 27 inch hickory rounds. Got the log tongs out and with the chain fall put those up on the splitter with one handed . So why fight with wood if you can spend a few dollars to make your life , job easier and safer .How much is back surgery and down time ? Love those ash logs going to miss those trees .

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the comments JRacat. It is sad to know all the ash are dying. What a great tree...great firewood too. Joe

[@traviscover590]

I like your new video the moming you did a really good jop the moming good jop buddy have a good Thanksgiving to you guys buddy

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks TC! Happy thanksgiving to you too. Joe

[@traviscover590]

Have a good night too you guys buddy

[@outsidewithrodney8240]

What's the biggest round long you can cut?????

[@ohiowoodburner]

14" diameter. Joe

[@botabob]

Does your Logrite hookeroon sink into the hard woods you encounter? I have a hookeroon, but it will not stick into the log. The side or end grain. I have a Logrite peavy, not sure who made my hookeroon.

[@ohiowoodburner]

It has no problem Bob. It sinks in good and pulls out relatively easy. Joe

[@botabob]

@@ohiowoodburner - I think I will get the 30" Logrite hookeroon

[@mattsfirewoodvideos738]

I just bought the ez-unloader and im looking for a used dump trailer but everyone wants 3k or more for abused old dump trailers so im being patient and will keep doing what I been doing

[@mattsfirewoodvideos738]

I also bought a cheap cant hook about a year ago and used it once I had to weld solid round bar inside of it cause it bent and now its way to heavy to be practical I need to invest in a good Peavy or cant hook

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

Matt. Same here in Washington State.. I did find a company in Oregon that makes trailers and a 5x10 dump trailer with a 5k load rate axle they are ask just a little over 4500... Not bad for new equipment compaired to used ones..

[@ohiowoodburner]

I was surpised to see how much dump trailers hold their value. I looked at trading my rusty one in and was shocked at how much they would give me. Joe

[@mattsfirewoodvideos738]

@@DanielAtkinsFirewood its crazy id just as soon hold on to my pennies a little while longer and buy a brand new one vs getting one for a grand or 1500 less thats all worn out

[@ishure8849]

G'day Joe you love reading my thoughts well there's no need for me to comment just email me the answer ! But seriously does the jappa have a pressure gauge on the downward pressure for the cut off saw, like the one that that wood guy has on his prossesor ?

[@ohiowoodburner]

G'day Ish. LOL. I am not aware of a gauge on this machine. I have been under the hood a couple times but never saw any dials. Joe

[@andrewk1191]

What size pickaroon is this?. You had answered with 2 different sizes. One time you said 36 and other 30. How tall are you?

[@ohiowoodburner]

I just went outside and measured it. It is phsically 31" long. I am 6' 2" and IMO this is an ideal length for me. You could prob go with a longer one and choke up on it but they prob cost more $. Great tool however. Thanks for being patient with me Andy, I am horrible with numbers LOL.

[@andrewk1191]

@@ohiowoodburner I found a local logrite dealer in western mass. Just went out and picked one up 31 inch for $58. Can’t wait to try it later today. Thanks again for your great Videos. Enjoyed watching your channel.

[@mattvasicek3697]

Joe, is that the 30" Hookaroon?

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hi Matt. Yes its 30". You made me get off the couch to go measure it! LOL. Rained all day and I'm not being very productive lol. Joe

[@mattvasicek3697]

@@ohiowoodburner Thanks Joe. It was snowing all day here in Michigan, so I was pretty lazy too...lol

[@jacquesblaque7728]

Been processing storm damage/blowdowns for heat for decades. Learned a few things along the way. Peaveys were developed for breaking up logjams on river drives, cant hooks for turning logs on sawmills. I've a LogRite cant hook. A ~3' hookaroon and a 16" hookaroon are indispensible for moving logs/bucked rounds/splits, and keeping fingers intact. I've 3-footers by LogRite and Forester, besides 16-incher by Forester. Forester version of hook shape is best I've found yet, for holding firm & releasing: www.forestershop.com/forester-log-pickaroon-usa-hickory-handle.html. For saws: Husqy, Dolkita (Dolmar/Makita), Echo. Saw chain: Forester/Oregon SEMI-CHISEL for longevity of edge.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I will check out the link. Thanks Jacques. It sounds like you have a lot of experience in the woods! I am still learning my way. Joe

[@jacquesblaque7728]

@@ohiowoodburner IMO it's all a matter of plugging the information voids. Now, I'm having fun with HF electric splitter plowing through big backlog of maple.

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Jacques Blaque - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. I'm with you re use of semi chisel chain. I find full chisel, while cutting faster initially, blunts way sooner than semi chisel. Also, full chisel is less forgiving with sharpening errors and requires refreshing more often so I find that overall I make as much progress with semi chisel during a cutting session and definitely find it less frustrating.

[@jacquesblaque7728]

@@rodneysweetnam8653 I've found with a couple 50 cc saws that about when I finished two tankfuls in clean wood, chain would suddenly go dull, needing filing. (I do all filing with Granberg guide FWIW.) I've been amazed at semi-chisel chains not needing filing after a full day working on trees liberally dusted with stone dust from road. I'll still use up some freeebie/OEM full-chisel loops. IMO speed advantage highly over-rated. Folks are from Cork, BTW- small world.

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Jacques Blaque - it's Big Rodders in Ireland again. I'm not as lucky with chain life as nails and the odd stone are occupational hazards with the wood I have to process. I normally take 3 or 4 chains per session and just change them once they go off, sharpening them back in my shop using a machine that I have converted to wet grinding. Over 40 years I tried and failed to master all sorts of hand held sharpening devices and the sharpening machine transformed my consistency of effort. My grandfather came from Ballydehob Co Cork and my father Mallow Co Cork - Sweetnams are mainly found in West Cork. Your surname doesn't strike me as being overly Irish so I am intrigued.

[@DJRyder7]

Your link to Logrite doesn't work because there's a comma after the www instead of a period. Just saying. Of course I could still find them by typing it in.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Good catch DJ. Thanks for the heads up. I fixed it. Joe

[@mazeppaunitedmethodistchurch]

Joe, I was wondering how many pounds you’ve dropped since leaving your cushy 3 martini lunch job for days of moving 600 pound logs around? Gonna be lean an’ mean brother!

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

Lol.. Your question did make me laugh.. Not a bad thing but definitely a good question..

[@ohiowoodburner]

So...this could be a video sometime. When I was caring for my dad one of my jobs was to get him to eat. He was sick and on a lot of meds and he lost his appetite. I learned that if I got him something when we were driving around he would eat so i would always stop at a bbq place, or McD's for nuggets etc to fatten him up. It worked great but I also put on THIRTY pounds! I am still carrying that weight and have not lost it despite my physical activity. When I see myself in the videos I get mad bc I see myself as very over weight. I have always been a tall and lean person but losing this weight isn't happening. lol. Someday I hope to lose it in a healthy way. Joe

[@TheTorkerman]

@@ohiowoodburner Joe there are only 2 ways to loose weight, forget all the ‘experts’ and break it down into 2 seperate actions. 1 - Less ‘input’ 2 - More ‘output’ Simple as that my man 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼