Amazing how those logs were rotted inside but looked in great condition outside. Great info, this is one i will always keep in mind. Seeing this could potentially save someone a whole lot of money 👍
Yup! You said it Bill, 30 years ago I would have done it myself by hand... Not so much as you get older. I'm constantly saying to myself, "there's got to be a better way to do this"... Now I just say, lets go get the tractor (my 2038r). If that isn't good enough reason to own your own demo machine, I don't know what is...And - hey, lets face it! ITS FUN USING THAT THUMB! Thanks for the video... Yours was one of the main reason I got my thumb!
Hello RJ and happy Friday. I love the "lets go get the tractor" comment...that could make a neat T-shirt. I can't believe how valuable the tractor has becomes with each birthday! The thumb is awesome isn't it? It's tucked away most days, but when you need it, it sure is nice to have. Thank you so much for the positive comments, it keeps me motivated to make more videos. Have a great weekend. - Bill
@@billburkhart Thanks for replying back Bill. Its nice when people can take the time to reply to comments. Were all busy in life for sure, so means a lot when someone can make that time. I got my 1025r back in 2018 after a storm blew down a huge pine in the front yard. It left one heck of a mess and the projects just took off from there. We traded up for the 2038r in 2021 for a number of reasons and I put a lot of time and energy in planning out what I wanted and needed in this one, after all the stuff I have learned from you all on RUclips. The videos are so helpful to see real life work and experiences with the machines. Its also refreshing to see real people! Cheers. Rj
@@rjmack3790 Good morning RJ. I never regretted moving up to the 2038, I can imagine it’s a real workhorse for you too. I also look for videos on RUclips before purchasing any implement or attachment , in most cases it’s a terrific resource. You have a great week.
Great action Bill. Nothing like reclaiming land that the deck and gazebo once possessed. Surprising how damaged the logs were and damage wasn't even evident from the outside. At one time I was going to have a custom log cabin built until I saw the full-annual maintenance required from several YT'ers. We live in a heavily bug infested area and the bugs would have loved our new log home for a snack (smile). So glad we decided a custom-built brick veneered house. 10 years old this year and mortgage pay-off very shortly. We've been blessed and are so very thankful. Enjoyed a full-watch. Have a fine upcoming week. Stay safe.
Houndsman, that was of your best decisions you likely made in your life. If I could go back 30 years I would have done stone or brick on the exterior. At that time both materials were very close to the same cost. ): UGH!
Hi Bill. I really liked this video and I appreciate that you discussed the problems with log homes as I wouldn’t have known to consider that. FYI my wife probably won’t like you because I am now going to shop a backhoe for my 2032r because of your video here. Thanks again. Chris
C Dee Hello, you won't believe what a backhoe can do for you until you have one available. This machine will allow me to remain on my land for many years. Thanks so much for taking time to say hello and share your ideas. Good luck.
Hello Mark, Hope winter is coming to a close for you. I'm ready for warmer weather and more projects. This was a fun job wasn't it. Hope all is well. - Bill
I am in the market for a thumb for my subcompact tractor-backhoe. I haven't used one on a smaller tractor but on a bigger machine they are almost invaluable if you know how to use it. The 2038 looks like a nice size for many of the typical homeowner jobs we all do. Good video and some good comments on the log home maintenance. I have some friends with those and it does take some extra work.
You had way too much fun ripping that apart .👍 Interesting about log homes . I hear people complain about flys living walls / cracks opening up / and bad drafts . Never thought about insects getting inside and you don’t notice .😳 . I need too find a demolition job for testing my grapple 😂
Happy Sunday evening Stephen, Demo provides self satisfaction quickly doesn't it? Full log homes can be very nice, but they have to have a solid maintenance program. If not, you could face major repair work.......if you can find anyone to do the repairs. Homeowners insurance is a whole other topic. I'll IM some photos today you may get a laugh from.
Happy Monday Busman, thanks for the nudge, I'll start working on the comparison video, I promise. I'd like to do the comparison after a year so my comments are well thought out. Have a good week friend.
Hi John, Happy Sunday, the pond was repaired last fall, I've been waiting until the ice left to make a new video and I'm happy to report it's holding water, by gosh I think I have it fixed. Watch for that video soon. Stay healthy.
Another great video Bill. I was wondering, it appears you have the JD factory optional thumb, yes? If so, are there multiple holes to vary the distance in its opening size to the bucket? I'm looking at the BX thumb and that seems to be an advantage (other than price)
Hi Joey, Happy Sunday. I like the 270b for several reasons. Some may seem silly but here goes. Getting on and off the backhoe is much easier than the older 260 model I had. The reach is longer and deeper, and the machine feels heavier so I'm more confident digging deeper holes and taking on larger projects. I'm real happy I moved up to the 2038R, but make no mistake, the 1025 was awesome. Stay well!
@@billburkhart thanks. The only mechanical thumb I can find on the aftermarket is sold by Barracuda, and is $370. The thumb from JD looks to be $662. Big difference. Thanks for the response!
Amazing how those logs were rotted inside but looked in great condition outside. Great info, this is one i will always keep in mind. Seeing this could potentially save someone a whole lot of money 👍
Good morning Gary, yeah Im not a big fan of full log homes due to hidden rot. Good point. -Bill
Yup! You said it Bill, 30 years ago I would have done it myself by hand... Not so much as you get older. I'm constantly saying to myself, "there's got to be a better way to do this"... Now I just say, lets go get the tractor (my 2038r). If that isn't good enough reason to own your own demo machine, I don't know what is...And - hey, lets face it! ITS FUN USING THAT THUMB! Thanks for the video... Yours was one of the main reason I got my thumb!
Hello RJ and happy Friday.
I love the "lets go get the tractor" comment...that could make a neat T-shirt. I can't believe how valuable the tractor has becomes with each birthday! The thumb is awesome isn't it? It's tucked away most days, but when you need it, it sure is nice to have.
Thank you so much for the positive comments, it keeps me motivated to make more videos. Have a great weekend. - Bill
@@billburkhart Thanks for replying back Bill. Its nice when people can take the time to reply to comments. Were all busy in life for sure, so means a lot when someone can make that time. I got my 1025r back in 2018 after a storm blew down a huge pine in the front yard. It left one heck of a mess and the projects just took off from there. We traded up for the 2038r in 2021 for a number of reasons and I put a lot of time and energy in planning out what I wanted and needed in this one, after all the stuff I have learned from you all on RUclips. The videos are so helpful to see real life work and experiences with the machines. Its also refreshing to see real people! Cheers. Rj
@@rjmack3790 Good morning RJ. I never regretted moving up to the 2038, I can imagine it’s a real workhorse for you too.
I also look for videos on RUclips before purchasing any implement or attachment , in most cases it’s a terrific resource. You have a great week.
Great action Bill. Nothing like reclaiming land that the deck and gazebo once possessed. Surprising how damaged the logs were and damage wasn't even evident from the outside. At one time I was going to have a custom log cabin built until I saw the full-annual maintenance required from several YT'ers. We live in a heavily bug infested area and the bugs would have loved our new log home for a snack (smile). So glad we decided a custom-built brick veneered house. 10 years old this year and mortgage pay-off very shortly. We've been blessed and are so very thankful. Enjoyed a full-watch. Have a fine upcoming week. Stay safe.
Houndsman, that was of your best decisions you likely made in your life. If I could go back 30 years I would have done stone or brick on the exterior. At that time both materials were very close to the same cost. ): UGH!
Hi Bill. I really liked this video and I appreciate that you discussed the problems with log homes as I wouldn’t have known to consider that. FYI my wife probably won’t like you because I am now going to shop a backhoe for my 2032r because of your video here. Thanks again. Chris
C Dee Hello, you won't believe what a backhoe can do for you until you have one available. This machine will allow me to remain on my land for many years. Thanks so much for taking time to say hello and share your ideas. Good luck.
That was a fun job!! 2038r looks nice
Hello Mark, Hope winter is coming to a close for you. I'm ready for warmer weather and more projects. This was a fun job wasn't it.
Hope all is well. - Bill
Nice job cleaning up. I've had a thumb on my 1025 for a year now. It's like a poor mans grapple. Always finding new reasons for using it.
That's so true, I'm finding all kinds of uses for the thumb. For the price it was a good investment for me. Have a great week. Thanks for checking in.
*You did a really good job!* How easy life would be, if building something were as quick as tear it down ;-)
Thanks for sharing!
Isn't that the truth!
I am in the market for a thumb for my subcompact tractor-backhoe. I haven't used one on a smaller tractor but on a bigger machine they are almost invaluable if you know how to use it. The 2038 looks like a nice size for many of the typical homeowner jobs we all do. Good video and some good comments on the log home maintenance. I have some friends with those and it does take some extra work.
Ken Nolte Good luck with your search Ken
Nice new tractor you got there 👍. Thanks for sharing
Hello Mighty Moe, Thank you! I'm enjoying it very much. Thanks for taking time to check in.- Bill
You had way too much fun ripping that apart .👍 Interesting about log homes . I hear people complain about flys living walls / cracks opening up / and bad drafts . Never thought about insects getting inside and you don’t notice .😳 . I need too find a demolition job for testing my grapple 😂
Happy Sunday evening Stephen, Demo provides self satisfaction quickly doesn't it?
Full log homes can be very nice, but they have to have a solid maintenance program. If not, you could face major repair work.......if you can find anyone to do the repairs.
Homeowners insurance is a whole other topic.
I'll IM some photos today you may get a laugh from.
A future home owner is gonna curse your name for the rubble pile 🤣
You're so correct! I'm covering it with downed trees and brush to soften up the appearance.
Great video Bill. Sure liking that 2038R you have there. How's that video coming with the 1025R vs the 2038R comparison? Can't wait. Thanks
Happy Monday Busman, thanks for the nudge, I'll start working on the comparison video, I promise. I'd like to do the comparison after a year so my comments are well thought out. Have a good week friend.
lol I enjoy watching as you figure things out bill thanks for the video. side note how's your pond?
Hi John, Happy Sunday, the pond was repaired last fall, I've been waiting until the ice left to make a new video and I'm happy to report it's holding water, by gosh I think I have it fixed. Watch for that video soon. Stay healthy.
Another great video Bill. I was wondering, it appears you have the JD factory optional thumb, yes? If so, are there multiple holes to vary the distance in its opening size to the bucket? I'm looking at the BX thumb and that seems to be an advantage (other than price)
Hi Chuck man, I do have the Frontier thumb, I purchased it so it would fit as designed.
@@billburkhart he was asking how many positions the angle of the deere thumb can be set in. how many holes in the link arm for it?
@@JerseyTom Good evening. I’ll check first thing in the morning and get back to you. good question
What do you think about the 270B backhoe compared to the 260B?
Hi Joey, Happy Sunday. I like the 270b for several reasons. Some may seem silly but here goes. Getting on and off the backhoe is much easier than the older 260 model I had. The reach is longer and deeper, and the machine feels heavier so I'm more confident digging deeper holes and taking on larger projects. I'm real happy I moved up to the 2038R, but make no mistake, the 1025 was awesome. Stay well!
Where can I buy that thumb attachment?
Gruuvin1 I bought mine at my JD dealership. Thanks for checking stay healthy
@@billburkhart thanks. The only mechanical thumb I can find on the aftermarket is sold by Barracuda, and is $370. The thumb from JD looks to be $662. Big difference. Thanks for the response!