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Pulling tree stumps - DC-3

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Chris Hibbert

04-29-2004 06:03:37




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Having some land cleared (sort of) the people are leaving stumps about 3 feet high - most trees are 4" to 8" diameter at the stump. DO I stand a chance of pulling these stumps out with my 1951 DC-3? Is there a secret to doing it? SHould I just rent a dozer and do it right?

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Chris Hibbert




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JGarner

05-03-2004 20:03:25




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
We used to push them out with our SC. Had an 8" Danhauser blade that would reverse. Back up against it and rock with clutch. (Ours was foot clutch so it was easier than hand clutch.) If it doesn't budge, move around 90 degrees and try again. Keep up by moving around the stum until it loosen the dig it out with the blade. This uses your tractor like a dozer, even though the tires don't hold as good backward. Beats pulling and turning one over. Won't turn over pushing in reverse.

JGarner

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Russ

05-01-2004 10:09:52




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
DC-3; I WOULD PARK THE TRACTOR OFF TO THE SIDE AND KEEP IT FOR ALL KINDS OF OTHER LIGHT DUTY JOBS AND TASKS. GET A PRICE FROM A CONTRACTOR IN THE AREA WITH A BACKHOE WHO HAS EXPERIENCE PLUCKING OUT STUMPS. NOTHING CLEARS UP A STUMPY AREA FASTER THAN AN EXPERIENCED BACKH0E OPERATOR.
DOZER WOULD BE SECOND CHOICE BUT IT CAN'T LOAD THE UGLY STUMPS INTO A DUMP TRUCK FOR DISPOSAL.
PUTTING THE DC-3 INTO THIS MINE FIELD MAY WRECK AN OTHERWISE DECENT RIG OR WORSE HAVE IT FLIP WITH YOU IN THE COMMANDO SEAT. GET YOURSELF A QUOTE AND THEN ENJOY THE STUMP FREE AREA.

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Chris Hibbert

04-30-2004 12:01:11




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
Thanks for all of your ideas - I will see what I can do.



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todd hamilton

04-30-2004 07:35:16




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
As noted below, it can be a very dangerous thing to do. DO NOT FLIP YOUR TRACTOR OVER! With these old Case tractors, instead of trying to lug it out with one lurch, you can get the chain tight and "rock" the tractor by not fully engaging the hand clutch. Do not slack the chain when rocking. It should gain an inch or two with each pull and you will feel the stump breaking loose. When you think it is coming loose throw the clutch all the way out. Keep your hand on the clutch lever and be ready to abort the pull if the tractor raises up to high in the front or if the chain malfunctions. Chain breakage can be very wicked. A helmut and back protector might not look very cool but it could prevent serious injury. You will not hurt the oil bath clutch by rocking the tractor - runs in oil and does not get hot.

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Lance

04-29-2004 12:36:40




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
My only advice, MAKE SURE your chain is strong enough AND in good condition, no streched links etc. I got lucky when one broke, the seat of the tractor took most of the blow when the chain broke and whiplashed back. the piece that did hit me still managed to knock the wind out of me. It was scary for a bit! Now I have a chain that is 3/8 High Tensile with heavy duty hooks, and I take my time and start out slow, but I try not to do it if I can help it. Maybe rent a Skidsteer from a local rental place they work wonders when you start diggin with those!! Good Luck!

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Art

04-29-2004 11:10:00




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
I used a large truck rim to use a a fulcrum...Wrap a chain around the bottom of the stump, and make sure it can't slide up...then put the chain on top of the rim.Keep the rim as close to the stump as possable. A little digging and cutting roots is also required. Dont over load the tractor, but if there only 3, or 4 inches, you should have no problem...Good luck



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Dave_D

04-29-2004 10:52:46




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
I only had a couple to do, so dug the them out as much as possible. "My trees were 2 feet in diameter". Then cut the roots with a chain saw. Hook the chain to the draw bar. Then give it a slight tug, you can see and hear if they are going to come out. If the don't budge, then dig and cut some more.

If I had more than 10, I think I would use a dozer. After you get them out, don't drag the stumps far, as it can snag on something.

Good luck!

-Dave
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Ted in Sacramento

05-02-2004 09:48:17




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 Re: Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Dave_D, 04-29-2004 10:52:46  
Tree roots and the dirt attached are tough on a chain saw, I like to use a SawsAll with an agressive wood bit, I hate sharpening the chains.



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C. Amick

04-29-2004 09:26:00




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
Pulling stumps is a little dangerous. If you decind to try it, it might be good to make you some sort of fulcrum type device to lessen the danger of the tractor over turning.



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Dave

04-29-2004 08:47:43




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 Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 04-29-2004 06:03:37  
Chris,

Be very carful if you decide to use your dc, they can flip over right on the rear axel axis. Never seen it but heard alot about it. Rent a dozer and save the DC for plowin and tillin'

Dave



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Chris Hibbert

05-03-2004 20:42:04




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 Re: Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Dave, 04-29-2004 08:47:43  
Well I looked at everyone's recomendations. I tried to pull one of the smaller stumps tonight - maybe a diameter of 4.5 inches and I experienced at different times, two reactions.

1. Wheel spin - digging a trench with my tires
2. Nose climb - trying to pull up a hill doesn't help.


I got nowhere!
Now I will just wait until all the trees are cut and get a quote to have them all removed (somewhere around 200 of them)

THanks again for your help!
Chris

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Dave

05-08-2004 22:16:22




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 Re: Re: Re: Pulling tree stumps - DC-3 in reply to Chris Hibbert, 05-03-2004 20:42:04  
Here's a sneaky trick if you have the ability. If the stumps are dry, you can drill 1" holes as deep as you can and fill them with diesel fuel and light them on fire with a propane burner. Of course, be very careful. My buddy did this on a 18" pine stump, it burned for days and burned down the roots completely removing the tree. I don't know how much smoke it made, but it worked.



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