Tree Work Vehicles

[data farm 26]

"The Magic Chip Truck!"

Daily driven for 3 years with no major issues. 82 international s1724 s series with a 392 6.4L gas motor and two speed rear axel. She's slow but she still shows up to the job on time. No major issues so far. I think it was a utility or DOT truck originally from Oregon and I have converted the 500 gallon water tank into a tool box but i still have an issue stowing all the 8' pole tools somewhere.

Have any old timers seen fleet forestry trucks like this back in the day? I think Gus Schalo with Mt. Index tree service has a very similar truck to me.

I highly recommend thrifting some bull horns for your rigs ~20$usd

This logo and overall aesthetic is wonderful, I love this rig. Did you make the logo? What is the meaning behind the name, Holy Grove?

Ps, why do you call it the magic chip truck?

I uses to drive an old int like that for work sometimes with a split shifter. It was a wild ride!

 

[Lupin_IV]

'87 would have round headlights. That truck is in excellent shape for an '80s ride.
I would wager a late 90s model or early turn of the century.

You’re probably correct, and now that you say that, ‘87 seems wildly ridiculous. Even more so for a truck from the U.P. Its 2024 - that would be close to 40! I am absolutely not much into the vehicle side of things ‘97 might be it. I will double check tomorrow. Mainly wanted to showcase the weird locker :b

 

[Matias]

This logo and overall aesthetic is wonderful, I love this rig. Did you make the logo? What is the meaning behind the name, Holy Grove?

Ps, why do you call it the magic chip truck?

I uses to drive an old int like that for work sometimes with a split shifter. It was a wild ride!

Like, get on the magic chip truuuuck!

 

[davidwyby]

Unconventional is my middle name.

 

[evo]

Like, get on the magic chip truuuuck!

Play on words? Magic school bus! It’s the Friz crew

 

[Matias]

Play on words? Magic school bus! It’s the Friz crew

Arbsession even has a sticker with that theme

 

[Lumberjack]

Daily driver/bid vehicle:


The day to day work setup:


The infrequently used but magnificent hook lift.

 

[Merle Nelson]

Ah, you've still got that truck Carl. Hooklifts are so handy in tree work.

 

[davidwyby]

@Lumberjack no chipping, just pack it all in the big truck?

 

[Matias]

@Lumberjack no chipping, just pack it all in the big truck?

one of the guys I work with has been doing that more and more. It can be really nice when there is room to make accessible piles and you have a really small crew.

 

[SkyDaddy]

This logo and overall aesthetic is wonderful, I love this rig. Did you make the logo? What is the meaning behind the name, Holy Grove?

Ps, why do you call it the magic chip truck?

I uses to drive an old int like that for work sometimes with a split shifter. It was a wild ride!

International made the S-series as a school bus for a long time! that and the school bus paint job reminds me of the magic school bus with Ms. Frizzle. My friend that's an artist designed the logo and funny enough is apprenticing with me as an arborist now.

I named my company 'Holy Grove' as a tribute to the global folklore surrounding tree spirits in ancestral stories. Trees have always been revered in many cultures, symbolizing life, wisdom, and strength. This deep respect for trees aligns with our commitment to preserving them, honoring both the natural world and our role in its care.

Just as 'Holy Grove' reflects the sacredness of trees in folklore, we believe that everyone has their own version of a 'holy grove'—their property, landscape, and the trees that make it unique. By caring for and preserving the trees in your environment, you’re continuing a long tradition of respect and stewardship for nature. Our goal is to support you in maintaining and protecting your personal grove, ensuring it thrives for generations to come.

 

[davidwyby]

one of the guys I work with has been doing that more and more. It can be really nice when there is room to make accessible piles and you have a really small crew.

Much as I can, limbs go straight from the tree to the truck or trailer. Straps down first to drag them off. And or forklift off. Trunks on top to smash it down. They get firewooded or milled. Limbs Dry in my yard, then get bonfired, usually for New Year’s Eve.

 

[Matias]

Much as I can, limbs go straight from the tree to the truck or trailer. Straps down first to drag them off. And or forklift off. Trunks on top to smash it down. They get firewooded or milled. Limbs Dry in my yard, then get bonfired, usually for New Year’s Eve.

That's what I had in mind for the operation I wanna build towards

 

[data farm 26]

I used to know a guy who did that. His brush fire sent an ember into his barn one day and it burned down. He used the insurance cheque to buy a chipper.

 

[Lumberjack]

Ah, you've still got that truck Carl. Hooklifts are so handy in tree work.

Yep! It's 3 years old this month, ~8800 miles on it I think.

@Lumberjack no chipping, just pack it all in the big truck?

Absolutely no chipping, that would be a move in the wrong direction efficiency wise.

one of the guys I work with has been doing that more and more. It can be really nice when there is room to make accessible piles and you have a really small crew.

My usual groundy is a 63 year old retired UPS driver and if we need more help my assistant comes out. There's almost always room somewhere to get the tree down, but occasionally we do use the hook lift to haul debris for whatever reason.

 

[davidwyby]

I used to know a guy who did that. His brush fire sent an ember into his barn one day and it burned down. He used the insurance cheque to buy a chipper.

There is nothing to catch on fire in the middle of a desert

 

[climbingmonkey24]

A lot of cool setups here, good stuff.

 

[BIGTWIG]

 

[Luzl78]

just picked up my new chip truck. I have had this cab n chassis for 23 years. It’s a 1994 international 4900 with 7,000 original miles, dt466 and a 3000 series auto with a 7:14 rear so she’s a great pulling truck. Shortened the rear to 84” ca with a 12’ transtar aluminum body. Doing tree work for 43 years and always wanted a aluminum chip body.

 

[Merle Nelson]

Wow, very nice.