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Offline DonT

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Logging Arch for ATV
« on: October 15, 2002, 05:53:47 am »
I am thinking of making a logging arch that can be used with an ATV.Anybody have plans or some ideas for me?  DonT
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #1 on: October 15, 2002, 05:05:24 pm »
Don, I DonT have any plans for the arch I had made but keep the wheel distance the same on the arch as it is on your bike so it rides in the same tracks.
The tongue height should be the same as the ball height on your bike as well.
Other than that, you`re on your own my son.  ;D
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #2 on: October 15, 2002, 07:52:43 pm »
Thanks Kevin, I'll give it a try and see how things work out. DonT
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #3 on: October 16, 2002, 01:37:26 pm »
DonT, you  might well go to the following sight for some smples of arches.  I know Mark personally.  His palce is about 15 miles from me, here in Oregon.    www.futureforestry.com :)  I have seen all of his designs work with atv's etc.  the only thing I will not use is the assender as it takes toooo much human power to go up a tree.  I told him I want one with a little gas motor to power me up the pole. 8)
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #4 on: October 16, 2002, 01:51:59 pm »
Why is Mark not a member of this forum Neighbor?? :)
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #5 on: October 16, 2002, 03:53:19 pm »
Here's another site that you might get some ideas.  http://www.novajack.com/en/index.htm  Lots of ATV equipment.
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #6 on: October 16, 2002, 07:49:25 pm »
Norwood has one as well...
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #7 on: October 16, 2002, 08:14:00 pm »
Bailey's also has a differn't looking one in thier Christmas Catalog  it should also be on thier website at www.baileys-online.com
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #8 on: November 07, 2002, 11:20:04 am »
I've been making a wooden version of this for my kingquad:

LONG LINK!

I'm using old 2x6's on edge with 45deg lap joint (which seems to be very strong) and plastic from 5 gallon pails from slippy stuff on the bottom.  I think it should be strong enough for 1000lb logs but I haven't finished it yet.

I was thinking about building an arch as well but I have no tools to work metal and the skidder plate has cost me $12 for the threaded rod and hardware so far.  I do need to buy some chains for securing the log to the skidder plate which will cost a bit more.  I'll post how well it works when its done.  
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #9 on: March 05, 2006, 11:16:47 am »
 Anyone have experience with norwoods skidmate?  Looking to move some 20-25 ft hemlock 1200-1500 pounds. The ATV has the power, but only weighs 1000 with me on it.
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #10 on: March 05, 2006, 07:30:57 pm »
My Pride and Joy.  oh and a logging arch tool


[img width=450 --Photos MUST be in the Forestry Forum gallery!!!!!--.com/albums/y28/oldsawmillguy/arch2.jpg[/img]
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Re: Logging Arch for ATV
« Reply #11 on: March 07, 2006, 08:17:30 pm »
Check out the arch that I built in my photo gallery.
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