The Log Father’s Real World Cord Test

When people ask what real production looks like with one operator, this video answers it. Jeff Hogue from Nova Scotia, better know as The Log Father, ran his RCA 400 JOY with the RN 5000 live deck through a full, start-to-finish “Real World Cord of Firewood” test.

He included everything: loading logs, processing, sawdust, fluids, maintenance, and moving the finished cord. He even had to trim one oversized log that wouldn’t fit his 16″ machine – a round that would easily run through an RCA 480 or 500.

Jeff’s total time: 44 minutes.
Not meant to impress with speed—meant to show real life when you’re doing every task yourself.

He also shares helpful thoughts on yard layout and other tips and tricks for your firewood business.

Watch the full run here: Visit Log Father’s YouTube Channel