in this video I ask the question should I remove trees on a septic field or is this a bad idea? also we show some backhoe work removing a few trees with the Bxpanded Trenching Bucket!
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@qcan84683 жыл бұрын
A friend of mine is a civil engineer whose primary business is design of replacement and new septic system. All the prints require minimum 1-2 times per year mowing of the leach field, especially if it is a mound system. This guarantees trees will not cause damage. For existing trees cut the down and do what you can to make them rot. Pulling the stumps is not recommended unless the leach pipes are visible so that verification that they are not damaged during stump pulling can be done.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
thanks for that information. really helps a lot. this field is like 6ft deep so I'm fairly sure I wont dig that deep. hoping to just break the roots off under the stumps and then keep it mowed from here on out. this is a neighbors septic system not mine. doing this project for him.
@RCAFpolarexpress3 жыл бұрын
@@daveknowshow You are a great man doing Sir Cheers 👍😉🍻
@LouisianaTractorworks3 жыл бұрын
The tractor is doing good. Glad to see you on it. You are right about the trenching bucket. Have a good week Dave! See ya!
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
i may get me one of then rippers in the future.
@DIYMyWay3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave! Well done. Good to see you on the backhoe again! Unless I knew exactly where each leach field line was, I wouldn’t try to dig the trees out. I’d cut them down flush with the ground and put RoundUp on the stumps. I hope you don’t have any problems after digging them out! Thanks for sharing!
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
so far no issues. no smells no signs of moisture. I know these lines are super deep. like 6ft deep. I wont be digging that far. gonna dig just enough to break off the roots. most of these trees are rather small.
@jeffgarner14483 жыл бұрын
Dave I love watching you operate the backhoe great job I want a backhoe for my tractor so bad thanks for thevideo.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
hey Jeff ya know I never thought I needed a BH. heck I grew up with tractors that had no front end loader on them and we had to just get creative and get the job done! once grown I was afforded the opportunity to operate loaders on tractors and man it was life changing! then about 20 years ago I was afforded the opportunity to run a backhoe and I can tell you a tractor with out a backhoe is nearly as limited as a tractor with out a front end loader! sure if I simply could not afford a tractor with a loader and or BH then I would resort to old school tractors. if you can get a BH that is frame mount for your machine I say get it ASAP! so much is added to what can be done and its fun to. plus I love seeing the kids on the backhoe playing. their faces just light up! worth every penny! thanks for the kind words and comment. Dave
@ritterjon3 жыл бұрын
💥 Backhoe work is always satisfying. Great idea getting those trees out of that drain field area before the roots plug up the system. Now till it up and plant corn there, it will do great! *Keep on tractoring!* 😁👍
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
its actually my neighbors drain field but I was thinking about a food plot for the deer.
@minitip23572 жыл бұрын
Good work I enjoyed so much I'm a root of u 😊 👍 Glad to see u here friend
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
thank you glad to be here
@LostCaper2 жыл бұрын
Love the root bucket.
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
thanks I'm liking it as well!
@RCAFpolarexpress3 жыл бұрын
Good eveing Sir, great backhoe therapy video and great clean up too to prevent later on problem coming from threes roots on your septic field 👍😉 Very well done Sir Cheers 🍻
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
thank you this has been good fun for me! I love using the backhoe. very relaxing to just dig. Cheers!!!
@RCAFpolarexpress3 жыл бұрын
@@daveknowshow 🍻😉👍
@RCAFpolarexpress3 жыл бұрын
Good evening Sir, I hope that every things is doing well on your side Sir 😊👌 Cheers 🍻
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
thanks I had a massive computer failure and been offline for a while. I did get on facebook through my phone but youtube is not connected to the phone. now to reload all my editing software and get things going again. been raining like crazy here. hope you are doing well.
@RCAFpolarexpress3 жыл бұрын
@@daveknowshow I'm very happy to ear news from you Sir, computer crash is never fun, but YOU will pass trough like flying colors Sir Cheers 🍻👍😉
@jimspirnock11843 жыл бұрын
Nice job Dave good to get them out before it’s too late.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
thats my thoughts as well. they just gonna get bigger so now is better than later.
@GrampiesWorkshop3 жыл бұрын
How's she goin'? First off Dave, your tractor seems to be working real good!!! That's nice to see. I was nervous when you started to pull the trees from your septic field. But the roots seems to be shallow for the most part and it looked like you didn't disturb the letch lines at all, so this project will probably work out well for ya!!! Thanks of sharing and take care!!!
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I hope it goes well. so far no issues. the drain lines are very deep on this field and the trees are relatively small with only a few that have had longer tap roots.
@andrewanderson14363 жыл бұрын
Dave I think that trench bucket worked great for what you were doing. Taking them trees out is preventing future damage from my point of view.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I really appreciate you leaving your point of view on it. this will help others who come across the video to see its not simply Dave's opinion but the general rule based on others input. this trenching bucket is really nice. small enough to not leave a big foot print where not needed yet big enough to get the job done.
@outdoorswithlarryrobin3 жыл бұрын
Dave, I would have cut the trees down, and just grind the stumps, if the field was working correctly, roots cause a lot if sewer issues 🪵🚜👍🏼🇱🇷
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I dont own a stump grinder though and the back hoe is way more fun lol . ha ha thanks for the input.
@HatBoyHarvey2 жыл бұрын
Hope everything is OK with your mum, hang in there :-)
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
yeah its been a crazy day, wet cloths wet floor, wet bedding. its been a mess of cleaning around here. her bladder is just out of control today. I'll work it out though. thanks for checking on me.
@inspector85722 жыл бұрын
I’ve been told the most effective way to kill roots in leach field is to place a salt block in the distribution box.
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
hmmm? interesting! I never heard that before. great information thanks for sharing it with us.
@retiredairforce51113 жыл бұрын
Dave get some copper vegetation killer. Cut the tree close to the base and put some of the vegie killer on it. It will kill the entire root system. I wouldn’t rip them out. Could destroy your drain field.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing the input. you are 100% right there is a risk there. especially on shallow drain fields. this specific one is very deep 8 plus feet deep in most places 6 ft every where else. the trencher bucket seems to cut the roots fairly well. so far its took every tree long before going deep enough that I was concerned. I would not do this on just any drain field though. I may still look into this copper Veg killer. maybe tractor supply will have that? your input here will help a lot of people who come across this video so thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge on this subject.
@retiredairforce51113 жыл бұрын
I will get the name of it and post. We can buy it at our local feed store here in Vancleave MS. We have used it on popcorn trees which are normally impossible to get rid of. Cut them close to the ground and put some juice on it. Wait two days and pull out. Never comes back.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
@@retiredairforce5111 awesome thanks!
@houndsmanone45633 жыл бұрын
Dave, remove the trees. I would not dig down into the leach field to pull out the root-ball. I'd cut the tree level to the ground and remove that top layer of tree. Then I'd dig manually and follow the roots and cut them with loppers. I would not dig them up since some roots may be intertwined in the leach piping. Once you cut off and discard the tree top, then sever those roots as far as you can go with loppers and that should do the trick. Mt septic leach field is grass covered and I can see the color difference where each of the leach pipes run, therefore I allow no trees to grow on the field. Dave I got the 6 inch BXpanded trenching bucket and the ripper. I've only had a little time to use either one since it's been ugly HOT. Today was 102* (heat index) and it's been that way for several weeks now. When it gets cooler, then I too will be removing tree roots. Love your action with that trencher bucket. Nicely done. Be well my friend.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I agree you are right damage could occur if the roots are wrapped up in the line and the line is shallow. the good thing about this leach field is it is super deep! most are like 24 to 36 inches this thing is like over 6 ft deep some places is 8 ft deep and more. so I'm fairly sure the roots will break off long before they pull on the line and do any damage. plus this trenching bucket seems to cut the roots fairly easily. I been really impressed with it so far. I may try to order one of those rippers at some point. John said he would send me one if I just gave him my address. that was really nice of him. you guys have been so good to me here. its been very humbling. love you brother. really appreciate you leaving your thoughts on this. it will help others who want a second opinion and not simply Dave's opinion on this trees on drain field question. it was 102 yesterday according to my car temp gauge. it was hard to breath out there the air was thick!
@scrhino403 жыл бұрын
According to DHEC of SC the area for septic tank and drain field must be free of roots trees and brush and keep clear of trees. After septic system is installed its up to home/land owner to keep the drain field and septic tank clear of all trees and brush. Have a great day be safe.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing that information I know it will help others when they read this and see its not just my opinion but has solid facts behind it.
@BisonWorkshop3 жыл бұрын
you dont need us. you know what your doing brother
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I like having second opinions. especially lately my mind has been a fog.
@rockandrattleretreat58303 жыл бұрын
I would get rid of the trees and not dig very far down so as to not disturb the leach field.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I'm being very careful but I also know they are deep. thanks for your input. helps me feel more secure that I'm on the right track.
@jeffkilpatrick14693 жыл бұрын
Would cut trees, don't know that I would dig up roots my luck would break lins.good luck.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean I have luck like that myself sometimes. I plan to go slow and plus I know these lines are very deep like 6ft down. I was here when they buried the system. so far its been no issues. no signs or smells so that is a good thing. appreciate your input
@Dan-oz4qb2 жыл бұрын
Haven't heard from you in a bit Dave. Hope everything is okay.
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
I'm hanging in there. got a few videos I need to work on. just been busy with Mom she has had some added health issues lately. on top of dementia it makes for an eventful crazy day at times.
@newhampshire-bob16043 жыл бұрын
Yeah, trees on a septic field is a bad idea. The roots will go down to the pipes and plug them up, then it will be time to repair the leaching field…
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
appreciate the input this will help folks in the future who find this video.
@johnstark30582 жыл бұрын
is that your joystick valve buzzing, if so is that something to worry about, cause my mahindra does the same thing , just wondering
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
it buzz a little when the third function is pressed for the grapple yes. but does not buzz all the time. you may have low fluid causing cavitation check your fluid level. edit also mine the plastic vibrates and makes a rattle sound. when I put my hand on it then it stops.
@farmandtech2 жыл бұрын
@daveknowshow is there any option available in tractor for making 3 point hitch lift automatically when applying reverse gear, especially for shuttle gear tractor 🙂 I think Mr Dave know how
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
I never seen that option but I imagine with a little creativity it could be done.
@farmandtech2 жыл бұрын
@@daveknowshow can you make a video on it 😅 or suggest a way for making it possible sir☺️
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
@@farmandtech my thoughts just off the top of my head would be an electro mechanical actuator that would move the three point lever up when you pressed the HST for reverse then return to position after the pedal is pressed to move forward again. I never gave it much thought because it becomes second nature to keep your hand on the three point control to do these operations manually. there are times you may not want the three point to raise when you reverse. most times when you are using a three point implement you should be at the ready to adjust it manually on the fly. you will want that control over automation for more precise results.
@ageorge71402 жыл бұрын
I have a century C-47 that the 4wd abruptly stop working. I would appreciate any help you can give me.
@daveknowshow2 жыл бұрын
more likely at the front drive shaft. the roll pin likely broke off and the coupler slid to one side. look at my video on the front drive shaft of this kubota and you can see how they work. your C-47 MAY BE SIMILAR.
@ageorge71402 жыл бұрын
@@daveknowshow actually it was the fluid level. Thank you for your response.
@stevemartinez67573 жыл бұрын
My first thought is that you probably want to remove the trees because the roots could cause problems.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
my thoughts as well. so far no issues knock on wood! no smells or signs of moisture. most of the trees have shallow roots and the lines are deep.
@seenithere3 жыл бұрын
Trees, septic lines asking for trouble, they should never have been allowed to grow on them at all.
@daveknowshow3 жыл бұрын
my thoughts as well. this is a neighbors drain field not mine.