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Andrew

11-21-2001 01:25:59




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Would a tea be powerful anough to pull out 4yr old stumps without any kind of winch? Thanks in advance.




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Tex Ferguson

11-22-2001 09:49:25




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 Re: pulling stumps in reply to Andrew, 11-21-2001 01:25:59  
Andrew, this is a very dangerous undertaking; please be cautious!
A couple of years ago someone posted on this site the tip of looping(maybe figure-8) a chain under a major root and around the trunk as low as possible -- probably below ground level, since you have to dig to get under a root; then run the long end of the chain over a short section of log, utility pole or even a truck tire rim, placed as close to the trunk as possible. As you put pressure on the chain, the cylinder converts the force to vertical lift, which seems to loosen the roots more effectively than a straight lateral pull. As the chain moves, the cylinder rolls and the pull is converted from vertical to lateral. I have used this method with success on 3 to 4" stuff: South Texas thorn bushes, etc., pulling with my TE-20. Good luck and be careful.
Tex

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Jim W

11-21-2001 18:49:43




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 Re: pulling stumps in reply to Andrew, 11-21-2001 01:25:59  
I did a few around here that were getting quite rotten and so weren't hanging on too badly, by using a scraper blade turned backwards, and pushing, instead of pulling. I know it's not the right way to do it but the point is that I was driving the tractor backwards. I felt safer.
Jim



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drizler

11-21-2001 07:29:07




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 Re: pulling stumps in reply to Andrew, 11-21-2001 01:25:59  
Probably would but first read up on rollover, backflip accidents. I have pulled stumps but do so by putting a strain on the thing then chopping at the roots some then changing direction. Thats for 4-6" stumps. 4 year old must be more in line with brush really and should pop out with very little effort. A steel pry bar for tearing roots is a must also as is an axe most times. If you do it hitch on the draw bar not the hitch and down LOW. Don't do a lot of heavy duty jerking. There are some good informative websites on flip over accidents; you should read them first and plan accordingly. How big is the diameter of the stumps anyways?

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Andrew

11-21-2001 13:11:27




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 Re: Re: pulling stumps in reply to drizler, 11-21-2001 07:29:07  
The stumps are about 7" across, and if the tree makes any difference, they are eucalyptus. Would the axles be strong anough to tie the rope around? Failing that, I'll use a drawbar set really low.



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Ddrizler

11-23-2001 07:14:45




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 Re: Re: Re: pulling stumps in reply to Andrew, 11-21-2001 13:11:27  
You can try it but be prepared to do some cutting and wiggling, also make sure its soaking wet out. My D4 won't move a short stump if its dry yet they will pop right out in the wet, the wetter the better. As for the axles I wouldn't do it, who knows the strength of them. The draw bar is better and much safer. Don't get the tractor dancing around as once its up 45 Degrees it will be on its back in a blink with you under it in something like 2 seconds from ground to upside down. People get killed doing this stuff every week, literally. Always use a chain not wire in case it breaks theres no snap back. Make sure to have someone to help cut at the exposed roots as you pull on it if it doesn't pop. The last one to go will be the big one right on the bottom which of course you can't get to. I don't know anything about ecualyptus trees perhaps someone else does. If you can't get some out try cutting at ground level and drilling several holes in the trunk down deep as possible 1" dia. Fill with fuel oil or diesel and let soak. Keep filling for a month covered then light it. It helps to have it surrounded with an open ended pail ( drive way tar ect) and some charcoal briquettes on top of the stump. Forced air from a hair dryer makes it burn like a blowtorch if you have enough power cord. There you have it, one way or the other will work. Just treat that tractor like it is always looking for a chance to kill you and you'll do fine. Good luck

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