Too Cold For Firewood???

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[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Joe - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. When you get home and are ready to sit under your blanket forget about your mug of cocoa - that's just for Old Codgers. Treat yourself to a real Irish Coffee to warm the cockles of your heart!

[@Drop_N_Chop_LLC]

Yes the struggle is real this time of year. Stay safe and warm

[@troyfritch2754]

Just recently found your channel and enjoying. My wife and I used to live near Sandusky and moved last year to the wilderness of Maine. When we made the decision everyone warned us of the snow and brutal winters... to which I laughed, and said, cone on I'm from Ohio, it's just as cold and brutal there at times. The funny thing is, Mainer's think they have the corner market on snow to which I tell them tge same thing. Ohio can be snowy with brutal Temps also. Glad to see today your demos are the same as ours here on the great north woods. Keep up the great videos.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for watching and supporting Troy. I am 30 miles inland in what we call the "snow belt." lol. Not quiet as bad as Chardon but we can get some serious snow. Odd weather last few years though. Never fired up the snow blower once last year

[@johnrosier1686]

Joe- I would get a thermos for your water to keep it from freezing. It is very important to stay well hydrated when it’s cold out. We are definitely blessed by better technology in regards to boots, gloves, and other winter gear than what we used to have. Be safe out there, be cool but not freezing, and have a great day!👍

[@LindaMackinder]

The best way that I have found yet as far as new bibs go rinse in the washer tumble dry and repeat until more comfortable be safe always

[@circlebmn]

I have not one but two 2WD trucks here in Minnesota. My wood truck is a F350 SRW truck. I think the weight of it really helps it get around well, that and some good snow rated tires. That truck also has an E-locker which works well. 4WD of course is a nice option, but I am cheap and just manage to get there in 2WD 😄 Stay warm Joe.! 🔥

[@ohiowoodburner]

I got a great deal on mine...and they are about $10k cheaper than a 4x4.

[@chrisartman6168]

Hi Joe. The good thing with it so cold is that snow at least falls off the sticks as soon as you grab them. Also my little roadside stand has done very well. I’ve sold 1/3 of the amount of bins of firewood I sold for all of 2023 in the first half of this month. Bundles aren’t doing bad either. The insulated bibs stay stiff for a while. But the bibs, boots, and a great pair of wool socks are a must in this weather. I wish they made some bibs with Kevlar in them so you don’t have to put chaps on them. Try also oiling the lock after it’s thawed. We routinely oil the locks on hydrants at work. It does help keep the moisture out, but they still can freeze. It’s easier to thaw them if they’re oiled. Stay warm buddy. Thanks for showing us another day in your delivery service. I appreciate that you show, the good, bad, and ugly you deal with. Have a great day 👍🏻

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Chris. This was a tough one. Too cold and I don't feel like filming lOL

[@atfarmerbrown]

Never too cold for firewood. Chopping wood warms you :)

[@tommcmillan3143]

Stay warm Joe! That heated shed is a great idea for you, if you could get electricity one of those mini-split heat pumps can heat and cool and give you 4 seasons of shelter. Hang in there!

[@NICKL256]

If you only had some firewood to make a fire to stay warm. Stay warm, Stay safe.

[@ohiowoodburner]

It's too cold for wood to burn!

[@brucebenson9651]

I'm watching from the US Virgin Islands. I'm from Painesville Ohio. I'll send you some of my 80 degree weather. I miss the snow.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Great to hear from you Bruce. My wife lived in Mentor OTL when we first met. My shortcut to her place took me thru Painesville! Please keep checking in. 14 degrees now but suposed 2b 50 next week!

[@OGAOutdoors]

I feel you Joe we’ve been having similar weather here in north Alabama. The snow and cold are definitely a huge adjustment. I say this as my truck is stuck at the bottom of my driveway. Hopefully I’ll figure out how to get it up the hill tomorrow. Take care Ben.

[@ohiowoodburner]

My advice, coming from a Buckeye...wait until March and the truck should go up the drive just fine!!! LOL

[@TheTaff224]

Us Brits love a good moan about the weather...it's practically a national passtime....looking lovely in the snow.

[@ohiowoodburner]

complaining about the weather is about all i'm good at!

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

It has been in the teens the last week for me, and i am not used to it. But i was taught to share, so it's on the way over 😉👍

[@waynebarnett7467]

3 degrees this morning near canton. I always have a small mapp gas torch in my truck. It’s handy for opening padlocks and such. Sometimes if we get rain then a freeze the water will seep under the roll up door on my truck locking it shut. You’ll love those Carharts this time of year. Stay warm out there.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Wayne. I was also thinking of a can of deicer. Not sure if it works but it can't hurt

[@mikefromwv1010]

I also have a 2 wheel drive that barely go when wet. I few years back I bought a set of tire cables that easily go around the tire and is much easier than chains which I know are better, but I've used them a few times and work better than I thought they would and at the time a whole lot cheaper than chains. Got them at Auto Zone. Thanks again for sharing with us and try to stay warm. It's niw 8:02 am on the 17th and it's 8 degrees here

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have a strap tucked behind the grill. It is already wrapped around the bumper shock to help me get pulled out LOL.

[@dew6874]

Maybe a can of automotive de-icer will work on you combination lock? Might get to use that snow blower this weekend! Hope wkbn weather didn't lie.Just found your channel, enjoying your videos.

[@BacktoBob1]

Joe, your place and the inventory is looking good! Yesterday I filmed the Wolfe Ridge video in -7! I had my truck back in the wood lot keeping me warm between takes. Stay warm and stay safe!

[@ohiowoodburner]

That is entirely too cold Bob! Keep it up there buddy

[@BacktoBob1]

@@ohiowoodburner I think it’s headed your way. High of +10 here today so that’s nice.

[@backriverfirewood4335]

we started digging out of the snow ❄️ here in NW Arkansas yesterday Joe are season just started here couple more months and summer should start rolling in for us here.have a wonderful rest of your week joe I'm hopeful this year might be the year I can actually maybe drop by for the open house you have going.😊

[@ohiowoodburner]

that would be awesome. I will have updates in the coming weeks

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

Morning Joe, we missed all the snow and only just got a few flakes, but we did not miss the cold. It’s been about 4-5 days of -20 to -30 below wind chill. Stay warm out there

[@ohiowoodburner]

we have very little snow too Larry. But wow is it cold!

[@JohnWinsemius]

Ohio has nothing on the west coast of michigan. we got a few places that get 20 ft of lake effect snow

[@ohiowoodburner]

That's some serious snow John. Stay warm up there

[@mstyne]

10F here this morning in eastern New York. Dog wants to go on his usual 1.5mi walk. I don't think so, buddy!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. Tell him to take the day off!

[@lendygomez]

Great video Joe. I dont know how you do it working in those conditions. Shows your determination and hard work. Can wait to see carport and shed. Take care.

[@ohiowoodburner]

You and me both Lendy!

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

Use your leaf blower to blow snow and dirt out of container box.... saves your back

[@ohiowoodburner]

Good idea Greg. Thanks buddy

[@Frankzeien]

Yeah Joe I am by Lake Michigan we get the same thing. Stay warm and be safe out there. And hand warmers help out a lot.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would be nice for sure. Scheib gave me one of his but it is hard to get lit

[@seohoutdoors2796]

Piece of rubber like part of a tire tube attached to gate that u keep the lock under helps.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would help for sure

[@rogerbelanger295]

You are trouper Joe...cold weather is a challenge. But a least us folks in the north can dress for the cold. Those in the south are not as lucky with hot weather. My buddy introduced me to merino wool base layer when I was ready to give up on doing cold weather activities. These underwear are a game changer for me. The cold no longer stops me from going outside.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think cold is easier to deal with then the heat. You can't escape the heat.

[@joegentile8409]

Good morning Joe from medina oh. Check out the Carhartt Yukon extremes. I have the overalls like you, but just got the Yukons. They are way more flexible and warmer. I split a cord of wood Sunday nite from 8-11 pm and was sweating in them. Last nite I stacked that cord from 8:30pm till 10 pm and it was comfortable. I use the bibs when it is 30 degrees and up and the yukons 25 degrees down. All I had was pants, under armpit top and a hoodie on under the Yukons. Stay warm and safe:)

[@joegentile8409]

Under Armour sorry autocorrect

[@joegentile8409]

Under Armour sorry autocorrect

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the tips Joe!

[@Riverguide33]

Glad you got the insulated clothing, Joe. For the lock cover, I used to use a small plastic bag with a twist-tie….sometimes simple is best. Stay safe. 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks RG!

[@richardbrowne1679]

Good Morning Joe: We have a break in the bitter cold out here in Montana. Although, we have 6-10 inches of snow coming in tonight. Be careful with that cold. I’m considering a shed office that is heated and has a propane toilet for guest and employee use.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Interesting Rich. I am also looking into those. A lot of those sheds are not built well however. And their floors are weak. Let me know what you dig up buddy

[@brentsmith2384]

Looks cold out there.its 15° down here in Alabama today.we are not built for this here😂.try using a 5 gallon bucket for getting in the back of the truck.or a 3.5 gal works even better

[@ohiowoodburner]

When I lived in Memphis I learned that "cold" has a different definition down there LOL

[@amandadavis9726]

Carhartt bibs and coveralls are awesome. If you wanna take it up a notch,…get the Extremes, or the black ones they make. I’m thinking the Extremes are probably better if you’re more stationary than mobile.

[@ohiowoodburner]

These are pretty good. but they are stiff rn bc they are so new. It is a little tough to climb with them on but I will take that over shivering

[@craiggreenhalgh1082]

Make A Little Foam Insulation Cover For Your Lock On The Wood Yard 🇬🇧👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

something like that...keep the water from dripping onto it

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Good Morning Joe, single digit temps here also, PS we split a tote full yesterday ( inside) 😂 Stay warm my friend ❄️👍🏼🇺🇸

[@ohiowoodburner]

I could use that "inside" thing this week for sure LOL

[@TomCrockett-ip5rf]

I am a handyman, so I don't have to work outside . But I have in the past. Not fun. But I know you will tough through it.the shed idea is a good one. You could power it with a generator .

[@ohiowoodburner]

Or solar. Solar is a hobby of mine. I hope to get something like that one day

[@hondacrm306]

Morning Joe. Liked the chat with Jesse last Sunday, the mechanical stuff is interesting 👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

Glad you enjoyed it Honda. There will be more of LHJ coming soon!

[@hondacrm306]

@@ohiowoodburner Sweet….

[@smurfman6377]

I use a folding 2 step ladder, less than $20 at Wally World. I keep one in the house, 1 in the "shop" and 1in my van. I used it to get in and out of my truck bed. They are lite and fit behind truck seat. Comes in handy as our knees start rebelling on us.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Good idea Smurfy!

[@truckdriver7721]

Hey Joe. Got to love the winter months. 😂😂

[@ohiowoodburner]

It's been an odd few days for sure buddy

[@truckdriver7721]

I agree. Whether here in Southern Maine has been odd here, as well. A week ago last Sunday. 17" of snow to afew days later getting rain. Not it's going to be in the 20s the next few days.

[@exotictones1054]

They make steps to install on your truck.go to a truck detail n attachments n ask.you may want your shipping container up on some 6 or 8" beams under that.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I wonder if I could do that and keep it level to where the doors don't bind. I need to ask my contact at Container One

[@toddpacheco4748]

Well Joe try to stay warm and excellent video 😮😊❤

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thank you, I will Todd

[@josephgiangrande9892]

Hello Joe. Only 1 inch here in Poughquag. Almost froze to death in this truck. Out splitting today brisk 35 degrees. Joe The Grower

[@ohiowoodburner]

we are still in single digits. Schools closed today

[@JRHammer64]

I feel for you! I’m taking today off! It’s not the temperature it’s the wind, it’s just brutal! You need at least a fire barrel. I have two down by the splitter shanty, just enough to warm your hands and your face up. Be safe!!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks JR!

[@ronbrooks6681]

Joe, for your Locks I USE WD-40 Specialty Silicone Water Resistant Spray. Works Excellent and does not Freeze. Keeps things working. We got about 6inches here, and now it's Colder than Blazes out. I am cutting some Wood tomorrow, after I clean-up the Snow around the Log Pile. Mean while, I am beginning to maybe plan on seeing you in May at your open house. Just 1 Thing, let me try out all your Splitting machines, especially the JAPPA-205. TILL NEXT VIDEO STAY WARM MY FRIEND.RON FROM THE WOODYARD IN DUANESBURG NY.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Ron. I will let you know when we have it

[@terrymcguire4800]

Brrr cold 🥶 keep warm kid

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm trying Terry!!!

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

Stay warm Joe. I think keeping a pile of logs throughout the year so you only have to do deliveries in the nasty weather will be your key. Production, 8 to 9 months out of the year and the rest for just deliveries.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would be a nice goal. For now I feel I am still chasing my tail

[@arnecarlsson9740]

One option is to daisy chain two pad locks, keep the combination and add an weather proof keyed lock as an winter emergency🤔🤔🤔!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Interesting Arne. That could be a good solution

[@arnecarlsson9740]

@@ohiowoodburner You could have a short length of chain between the locks. You could have one more padlock for Jesse.

[@robertwazniak9495]

For your locks, get them warm and dry and then give them a good shot of graphite powder. That may still get icy in winter but the graphite will allow the ice to just pop right off of parts. Find a rubber cup and feed the chain in from the bottom thru a slit and look the chain and pull the cup to cover the lock. Keep a shovel just inside the gate on one side… you will only use it to get you past the gate so you can get the tractor out and clear enough for your truck. For your temporary shelter for the axis, have you considered a twenty foot container with one side cut out? Shelter from snow and wind, maybe a burn barrel in one corner. I think you might have a problem finding a consistent source of stuff to burn but it’s a possibility…😂😂😂

[@ohiowoodburner]

They are pretty dry but I'm worried about water running down onto the container lock and freezing. Prob I need some deicer too. Thanks Bob

[@robertwazniak9495]

@@ohiowoodburner hang the locked chain so it isn’t the low point and that would minimize the water intrusion.

[@HilltownCT]

Check out the Eagle Leasing Container lock. It’s not cheap, but it’s cheaper than replacing a saw or tractor if someone breaks into your trailer by defeating a padlock. Unfortunately, I’ve had dozens of containers breached and had to look for alternatives. Stay warm.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks I will check them out.

[@plessis2023]

they make lock covers so weather don't cause issues opening them. Get a metal step made for climbing in and out of your vehicle.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks buddy. I hope you have been well.

[@gregwitkamp5583]

Get your self a propane torch w/ auto light . Helps though out frozen locks and doors

[@ohiowoodburner]

Nice idea Greg

[@larrylefebvre2237]

Hi Joe, with respect to the lock on the gate and forgetting your keys, just place a key on your truck key ring.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would make too much sense for me Larry LOL. I don't want to have to turn off the truck to open the gate.

[@CodyH88]

​@@ohiowoodburnerdefinitely try a small carabiner that you leave on your new Carhartt pants. I bought several smaller ones few years ago and love them. Use one for all non-essential keys (truck, house) like your gates, trailer locks, pad locks etc..

[@waynetharp]

I dont know how you wear those rubber grip type gloves in these temps? My hands freeze in them...🥶 Everything just takes twice as long to do in the winter time but I absolutely love it. My favorite time to work in the woodyard is when it is snowing and cold!

[@ohiowoodburner]

They are my own invention. I should be rich for doing this! Here is the vid showing what I did. There are a lot of woodhounds using this. Let me know if you do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqCblaysat6im5Y

[@ronnienichols4701]

As for the padlock issue you can put a small Ziploc bag over it. Poke A hole the bottom of it so water can't collect in it.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Good Idea Ronnie

[@johnekhaos]

You could cover the lock with an old bike tire. Either make a flap by cutting the tire to fit the lock or use it as a sleeve over the lock. Both ways have worked for me.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks John!

[@keithbeynon3878]

You need a couple of studded snow tires for that ford, that should help.

[@ohiowoodburner]

possible. It has an open rear and and an 8 foot bed. A recipe for a one wheelie peelie

[@southin47639]

Be safe Joe and get your work done and get out of the weather. This cold weather is tough on us old dudes.

[@ohiowoodburner]

You got that right buddy

[@megamike4357]

I know you got good boots, but try thermal socks. The difference is amazing. I use them for ice fishing with arctic muck boots, and my feet never get cold.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the tip MM!

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

Have you ever thought about a portable, insulated Fishhouse a hub style. You could take home every night. And setup when you you get there and put a heater in there to warm up.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would be interesting. Or I could store it in the container

[@johnmoyer5515]

I shook the snow off my shelter logic tents, roof tarps were sagging with 2 or 3"" of wet snow i have hardwood lumber inside so i have to keep an eye that when it snows

[@ohiowoodburner]

I could use a few of them. LOL

[@olensnider2808]

HELLO JOE, A QUIK SHORT TERM SOLUTION FOR YOUR LOCK AT THE GATE. IS SIMPLE AND YOU MORE THAN LIKELY HAVE IS A SHOPPING PLASTIC SACK. JUST TIE IT AROUND THE LOCK TO SHED SNOW AND ICE OFF IT AS WELL AS SOME WATER DISIPATING LUBRICANT. HOPE THIS MAY HELP ISSUE OF GETTING INTO THE WOOD YARD. HAVE A GREAT DAY"

[@OpenAirAdventure]

38°f here on the island. The warming ocean water is really helpful on the east side. Sharks love it😅

[@ohiowoodburner]

No sharks in Ohio LOL.

[@OpenAirAdventure]

@@ohiowoodburner land sharks, lol

[@JCWren]

Most lock manufacturers have an "all weather" lock offering in their lineup. As an example, look at the Master Lock 1178. You should also be able to find a silicone cover that will keep moisture out if you don't want to replace the lock.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks JC

[@federalnoise]

Clear wax smeared onto the key helps

[@brackenprofaizer2601]

Check out, little giant portable stair case.

[@crxess]

Health First, then Profits....... Take care of yourself and keep warm during these Arctic Blast(Lake Effect) storms. The next week or so looks to be much of the same then some improvement in Temps. * I also have a F150 and yes they are horrible for traction. I still can't believe Ford refuses to correct the Rear End design so some 2 wheel drive is available on slippery ground. Then again my worn our little BX1500 Loader only has 1 wheel Drive at the moment.(Not Fun!) Be Safe!

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. My 4x4 has a limited slip rear end and it is excellent. When I pull out the white truck with it I will keep it in 2wd just to prove how much better it's traction is LOL

[@garylaszewski7380]

You need a heated (and air conditioned) office space. A used camper (20 foot) that has a "4 seasons insulation" package would work nicely. You could insulate the lower sides with 2 inch thick by 4' x 8' styrofoam insulation sheets to keep the heat in the camper. You could insulate the ground under the camper the same way, to keep the heat in the camper. A camper is portable, and can be later sold when you no longer need it.

[@CliffsideStables]

The Employee of the Month should definitely have this employee perk! Tim in northern TN

[@davidfranklin249]

I had mentioned a camper several months ago. So he could have a/c and restroom in summer. Now heat in winter. Even a three season camper would offer some warmth

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks but I'm not sure if I want to go that route although it would have been good yesterday and today!

[@elainereid5833]

Hey Joe, you gotta concentrate on staying warm so I’ll keep it short. Elaine from Canada here, in the spirit of international language, all I have to say is “Brrr”. 🥶

[@ohiowoodburner]

Very well said Elaine! lol

[@FeatherHorseforge]

Joe perhaps you could burn some of your waste in a fire pit style burner so you can keep warm and thaw out your water🙂

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have a fear about a fire in my wood yard. I am trying to avoid that

[@randyvoiles6579]

Get busy chop chop 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@ohiowoodburner]

Maybe tomorrow Randy! LOL

[@kendallrogers377]

Try spraying your lock down with WD40 to help from freezing up. A zip lock baggie also works, doesn't look very good, but it works. Hope it warms up soon.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the tip Kenny!

[@Gus1966-c9o]

You’re tougher than me Joe , feed some wood into that Hardy and sit this one out! 🥶

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. I have been taking strategic visits outdoors this week

[@TheFabled1]

stay warm

[@ohiowoodburner]

will do buddy

[@MrTiger0002]

Rechargeble battery heated jacket is what you need. You will never feel cold with heated jacket. Propane torch for frozen lock. Nokian All Weather tires... nothing will ever stop your goals. Make sure truck shocks are relatively new. Your truck is doing commercial duties so you cannot use regular passenger car mileage as a guideline.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks for the post Mr T. All good advice

[@MrTiger0002]

@@ohiowoodburner If I recalled correctly, you are a Milwaukee tool guy... look for their heated jacket... it uses same batteries as you already have.

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

Joe, how'd ya like to be out there in Colorado up on that mountain trying to breathe and function in the snow and cold thin air!!!! Us flatlanders wouldn't acclimate for a long long time!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I will stay in Ohio LOL

[@billyhill101]

The yellow snow is the best

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. Stay away from trees

[@robertlivingstone3947]

Good video joe look at it this way 62 day till spring

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. That would be nice! Even colder today!

[@robertlivingstone3947]

@@ohiowoodburner its - 2 here

[@jakebredthauer5100]

I am not sure how much air the snow blower blows but maybe it would blow enough air to blow the snow off of all of your stuff.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I've never run it. LOL. I have a leaf blower in the container though

[@CliffsideStables]

JOE, Since you are in the path, plan the OPEN HOUSE on the weekend of the next Solar Eclipse, Monday, April 6. Tim in northern TN

[@ohiowoodburner]

woudn't that be cool?? Or maybe do a live stream during it

[@billobermeyer660]

Looks to me like you're trying to earn Employee of the Month award!! We haven't had to shovel for two years either and nothing yet this year, just bitter cold.

[@ohiowoodburner]

very little snow Bill. Now they are calling for 40s next week. Odd weather

[@dasbrink1]

Can you please post a link to those gloves again?

[@ohiowoodburner]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqCblaysat6im5Y

[@adammac4381]

Little shed with some warmth sounds great,,, with a little oil burner, burning all your waste oil,,,, you have a lot of machines these days!

[@ohiowoodburner]

That would be nice for sure Adam

[@everettt8301]

Joe I have a "AMP Research Bed Step" on my Tacoma. Bolts right to the frame with 2 bolts that are already in the frame. These folding steps are worth their weight in gold. Everyone I recommend them to thanks me once they get one on their truck. Check them out!

[@CliffsideStables]

THANKS for that recommendation; I added it to my Amazon Wish List. Tim in northern TN

[@everettt8301]

@@CliffsideStables Your knees will thank you! :)

[@ohiowoodburner]

Interesting. I will check it out

[@CliffsideStables]

@@everettt8301 yes, my 72 year old knees and bad back will appreciate that “tool”! Tim in northern TN

[@leonardryan8723]

Chris in the wood yard got FREE rubber boot 🥾 and winter jack on his u tube channel this morning 😊.

[@ohiowoodburner]

The boots I am wearing were free too. Thorogood gave them to me a couple years ago. Very warm

[@leonardryan8723]

Joe put a plastic bag over your gate lock 🔒. Them keep it dry and won’t freeze 🥶 up 🔝 on you joe 😊.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I had thought of that but never remember to do it lol

[@leonardryan8723]

You can have the WHITE GOLD joe , iiiii iiiiii order orange 🍊 trees this morning from Florida thinking 🤔 about planting orange 🍊 trees here in the 709 . Joe do you think 🤔 polar bear 🐻‍❄️ like orange 🍊 for bear bait ? You need a tractor 🚜 port for tractor 🚜 and equipments joe . 😊

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha. Thanks Len

[@Growing-Our-Retirement]

Suggest getting almost all your wood sold before the end of December. Then only work outside on the nicer days.

[@ohiowoodburner]

the bulk of my business are restaurants so I am a year-round enterprise.

[@KF8OD1]

Stay warm buddy!

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm trying!

[@curtisharlan9230]

Good morning Joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hello Curt

[@googleboy7]

Hi Milo, Hey, I think you,ve just invented the re-freezable cooler ice pack. BTW Did you know that those soft drink bottles will heartstrink by about 50%, if you hit 'em with a heat gun? As to warming up, I thought that's what wives are for. Careful, though, if you get too warm, you might end up with more offspring! ;-)) Lol Shalom/gw. P.S. I guess this weather is giving you an Erie feeling.

[@garylaszewski7380]

How to open "frozen" padlocks: ---buy a 1 pound bottle of propane with a finger operated lighting attachment (torch). ---light it up, and turn it to a "low" setting, and heat up your padlock. Ofcourse, you should wear gloves to avoid getting burnt. In freezing weather, I have used this for years on a covered trailer padlock. Lubing the padlock helps, but in freezing weather, you need to first heat it up a few minutes.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm sure that would work. If you know me I would have forgotten it back at the house. lol

[@kendriedger151]

Yip on a truck like yours....junk in Snow and ice !!! NEVER buy a truck without a limited slip rear end ...that makes both rear wheels turn on whatever the weather conditions !!!! It's the next best vehicle to a four wheel drive ! Yes I know...I live in Saskatchewan Canada 😁

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha my 4x4 has that rear end and it has excellent traction. I even pull this white truck out of the mud with it in 2wd just to show off.

[@kendriedger151]

Exactly...it work GREAT...We have had minus 35 and with wind chill minus 40 to 50 for the past 7 days ! I just Chuckle at at your weather !!!😊

[@dannymcnally6211]

You sure do have some odd dilemma’s that you come up with.. Not sure why you cannot put the lock key on your pickup truck key ring and always have it with you, but ok.. You should just invest in a 4wd pickup truck, or better yet a f550 dump. I suspect you have lost business because you couldn’t get that 2wd in places before. Yes, these trucks are not cheap but having one is crucial. Thanks for the update Joe.👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have a 4wd but prefer to deliver with this one. Most my customers are restaurants so I rarely go off road. I sell out every year so I don't think I'm losing sales. As for the key If you knew me better you would know that I would lose it, forget it etc. I wouldn't want it on the key chain bc I wouldn't want to turn off my truck to open a gate

[@DennisYackel]

this early am i had a negative 10 with no. wind at 10 mph that is told

[@ohiowoodburner]

that is Darn Cold!

[@jkilby27able]

👍👍👍

[@ohiowoodburner]

thanks bud

[@robertanderson2223]

Rule #1, if you live in a region that gets snow you must buy an AWD or 4WD vehicle, especially a Pickup. You just learned that lesson. It pains me to see your equipment uncovered. You are just asking for unneccesary problems. I understand the budget issue, but bare minimum create a DIY circus tent using poles and tarps. Next level would be a car port. The car ports can be raised by setting it up on 50 gallon drums to provide better tractor access. Shipping crates are the cheapest, most secure, solution for storage. When your done using them, if ever, you can sell them for about the same price that you bought them for. Glad to see you are going with that solution. Have a realtor keep an eye open for a rental property with a pole barn or a piece of property you could purchase that has that requirement (as well as easy logging truck access). Set your buy price and general area and let that go on in the background for you. Never know, you might hit the jack pot. Keep an eye open for a private property, farm, that has an abandon barn close to the road and create a form letter requesting your being able to rent the same for your business. Some people are sitting on an income generator and don't realize it. It could be a win-win for both of you. Be safe! I enjoy your channel and wish you luck moving forward!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Robert. I have a 4x4. I get by with the 2wd. They both get over 20mpg. I like the 2wd bc it has an 8 ft bed. From my experiences it is always the guys with the 4x4's that are stuck somewhere. I just got moved into this place so I'm going to stay put for now. There are some expansion possibilities in the future so I am excited to see what I can do.

[@TommyUhlman]

Being cold to the bone sucks. Only way I get unthawed is a nice hot shower. Brings that cold right out.

[@ohiowoodburner]

and a warm Dr Pepper! Thanks buddy

[@thecraportheoreos7834]

Hey 👋 Joe

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hey there!

[@jackseamon7064]

The best thing I've ever used to get traction on ice is wood ashes. A little is all you need. *Never use where you would track into your house, wives do not appreciate it.*

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

Sounds like experience a talkin...

[@robertwazniak9495]

Wives appreciate landing on their but on the sidewalk even less. Gave her the option and she picked vacuuming up ashes in the cabin… after the first fall. They may not always be logical creatures but they do sometimes learn the hard way.

[@garykersteiner4936]

If a man speaks in the woods and there is no woman there to hear, is he still wrong?

[@ohiowoodburner]

ahha. Thanks Jack

[@robertwazniak9495]

@@garykersteiner4936 of course he is. That’s just one of the laws of nature.

[@geezerindawoods]

Good News the cold is causing a mass killing of ticks and mites. About 6 weeks till spring!

[@ohiowoodburner]

That's true!

[@Shawn_Richards]

This is a good week to pretend to be just a firewood Hobbyist 🎶🎵

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'm hearing you Shawn!

[@jbbrown7907]

I would like to come to your open house

[@ohiowoodburner]

Hope you can make it JB. I will have updates in the coming weeks.