Winter project

Ellis Kinney · Dec 5, 2020

I would like to make a log puller for the 3 point hitch on my tractor. The thing that you back over the log and cradle it when you raise the hitch. If anyone could post a picture so I have a starting point I would appreciate it. Thanks, Ellis

Fawteen · Dec 5, 2020

Sounds like you want a log arch. Plenty of examples on Google.

MARK ROBKE · Dec 5, 2020

Ellis, I use my 3pt boom pole because it's what I own, and it is handy for reaching into and around obstacles. I use my loader tractor, CIH 485, and it is handy because I can turn around sometimes push the log(s) where I need them or push other debris out of the way. But an arch might be safer and keep the weight close to the tractor so the front end does not get light, especially on our hills. Mark.

Welding man · Dec 5, 2020

I have built a couple to load logs on a lowboy trailer with a winch but not for a tractor.

JD in da UP · Dec 5, 2020

This came out of my shop about ten years ago. I’m only skidding with snow present to keep logs clean. Have had it on a wheel tractor that allowed higher lift.

Ellis Kinney · Dec 5, 2020

Yea, a boom pole which I have will handle the weight but pulls the front end off the ground. Ellis

miangus · Dec 5, 2020

Does anyone still use tongs? Before we got a cable skidder . Dad and grandpa skidded with a pair of FMDs two sets of tongs on a three point hitch drawbar. The logs were bucked in the woods. I have a set I use with a boom, my boom has tabs welded for chain hook in a couple of places along the bottom.

DoubleO7 · Dec 5, 2020

This one would be nice so you do not have to get off and on the tractor twice for each log.

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