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Advise on tractor for skidding

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by pitbill, Jan 17, 2021.

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  1. Will C

    Will C

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    I'm amazed at the wood my brother skids with his winch and L3540 Kubota. Another recommendation to spend the money on a winch.
     
    Will C, Jan 19, 2021
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  2. Spencer

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    I have a uniforest 35m winch. I really like it but i also dont have anything to compare it to as its the only winch i have owned.
     
    Spencer, Jan 19, 2021
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    I don't believe that I have ever heard of a "bad" skidding winch. Not like they sell them at horror fraught.......well yet anyway.
     
    Screwloose, Jan 20, 2021
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    I agree! I have the small Fransgard 2800 on my Kubota L2501 at an idle it will drag a good size log no problem if the log happens get hung up the clutch on the winch will slip. The self releasing snatch block is a must IMO. Just remember safety first.
    I tipped my old tractor over because I was pulling at a slight angle (not a good day) if only I had the snatch block it could have been avoided.
     
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