Conquering the Mountain: Brush Hogging Adventure with the Side by Side and Swisher Brush Hog

🚜The Swisher brush hog is a powerful and versatile tool for clearing tall grass and brush.

🏔️The property we're working on is a steep mountain terrain, adding an extra challenge to the brush hogging task.

🚚We use an old service truck mounted to a flatbed for towing and hauling equipment during the adventure.

🌿The property is covered in tall grass and brush that needs to be cleared before winter.

🛠️We've made several modifications to the truck and equipment to make them more efficient and suitable for the task at hand.

What is a brush hog?

—A brush hog is a heavy-duty mower attachment designed to clear thick brush and tall grass.

Why did you choose a side by side for this task?

—We chose a side by side for its maneuverability and versatility on challenging terrains like the mountain property.

How do you deal with obstacles like rocks and debris?

—We navigate carefully and remove any large obstacles manually before using the brush hog.

What modifications did you make to the truck and equipment?

—We made various modifications, including adding sturdy tires and a winch package to the side by side, and reinforcing the truck's bed for towing.

What challenges did you encounter during the brush hogging adventure?

—The steep terrain and dense vegetation presented challenges, but with careful maneuvering and perseverance, we successfully cleared the area.

00:00Introduction: Join us on an exciting brush hogging adventure as we tackle a steep mountain property.

05:28Unloading and preparing the equipment for brush hogging.

10:24Starting the brush hogging task in the tall grass and dense vegetation.

12:44Dealing with obstacles and challenges throughout the brush hogging adventure.

15:27Navigating steep terrains and clearing debris with the side by side and brush hog.

17:09Concluding the brush hogging adventure and reflecting on the challenges faced.