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Need to move big tree trunks

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IceBergSLiM

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So have some trees that we had cut down some yeas ago and cut into sections and strewn down the side of the property.

I want to use my lawn mower to drag them up the hill to wears I can safely chop them for fire wood.

What type of tow apparatus should I use to accomplish this?

I'm thinking some combination of rope and tow straps. But wondering how to anchor to the tow point on the mower.

like this thing

http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hardw...atalogId=10053

with this maybe?

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc...splay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
 
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Assuming that this is a riding tractor/mower; you would be better getting a small utility trailer.
Load the logs into the trailer and then pull the trailer up hill.

Trying to drag the logs will not work very well. The tractor will not have the horsepower to drag a log with all that friction.

You can get betwen 3 to 6 logs in the utility trailer and one run from the logs location to the log splitter.
 
Common Courtesy said:
Assuming that this is a riding tractor/mower; you would be better getting a small utility trailer.
Load the logs into the trailer and then pull the trailer up hill.

Trying to drag the logs will not work very well. The tractor will not have the horsepower to drag a log with all that friction.

You can get betwen 3 to 6 logs in the utility trailer and one run from the logs location to the log splitter.
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not a very maneuverable area. its pretty much straight woods on an uneven hill. i have no idea if how a trailer would fit. 🙁

myay just have to bite the bullet and try and split the logs near where they lay into manageble pieces

maybe this thing:

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc...splay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
 
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rent a log splitter. Spend a couple hours splitting those bastages up and then haul the little pieces. Much easier way of doing it.
 
IceBergSLiM said:
not a very maneuverable area. its pretty much straight woods on an uneven hill. i have no idea if how a trailer would fit. 🙁

myay just have to bite the bullet and try and split the logs near where they lay into manageble pieces

maybe this thing:

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1...atalogId=10053
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That come-a-long will move the logs 1-3 inches per cycle of that handle. In other words, not very practical.


EDIT: what is the approx. diameter and length of these logs?
 
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Squisher said:
That come-a-long will move the logs 1-3 inches per cycle of that handle. In other words, not very practical.
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I'm sure thats faster than I can drag them on foot 😉

That brings up a good point is it feasible to rig a harness to myself and drag them? I'm not small or weak by any means.
 
those are some big logs. maybe buy or rent a chainsaw to cut them up into more manageable pieces? i dunno how you'd cut a 3 feet wide and 5 feet long log though, thats like a giant alternator sized bulk of wood.

however, after you cut it up you can use a wheelbarrow/wagon/or utility cart attached to the tractor. my little $75 gorilla cart can attach to a tractor if needed.
 
What you need is a Hmong neighbor who tried to steal your gran torino and now owes you after you saved his sorry life from a gang initiation.
 
You'll need something heavy duty

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Most trailers are only the width of the tractor.

By being on wheels you are removing a lot of the friction created by skidding the logs.

Unless you have a series of sharp turns, the trailer will be able follow the tractor.

Splitting the logs where they lay will make optimal use of the trailer.
You should be able to rent a log splitter and attach to the back of the tractor or if you are a good driver, the trailer.
 
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Do any of the home depots nearby have a tool rental dept? Ask them. If not, find out where the major tool rental center is and try them for tips.

But really the trailer is the best bet.
 
Try checking locally and see if anyone has horses or mules they use for snaking logs out of timbered areas. Call the local Forestry office. You'd be surprised.
 
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