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@@nicolemoio2136 there are many variables as to how long a cluster takes to be ground, including both the size of the cluster, and the size of the machine grinding the cluster. The species of Bamboo, and the soil type both also affect grind duration.

Thanks for noticing there isn't a cover fitted. The biggest issue here is personal safety. The machine wasn't fitted with a cover when we purchased it, and is being run without it during the testing phase. We are looking at upgrading the cover system, and converting the machine back to poly chain as the manufacturer had intended it to be. If you look closely you will see that this machine is fitted with a double row chain drive, and not a Vee Belt. Thanks for watching.

Hello, there should definitely be closed protection over the chain drives. Think that the chain drive is much better than the V-belt. Many Rayco cutters complain that the V-belts don't last long. However, chain drives should be lubricated. Greetings

@@rosewood7794 I think the chain is harder on the rest of the system than a belt drive. It is not the ideal environment for a chain as it is high load, in a dusty environment. The chain gets HOT! Lubrication is indeed required. Our other RG50 has the original poly chain set up, and we haven't had any issues with it.

@@Northsidestumpgrinding Rayco used chain drives on the RG 1645 and the first RG 45 milling machines. Later switched back to V-belts. I think the chains lasted too long and no more V-belts were sold. It's just my opinion. This would have to be researched. These chain drives had grease lubrication. Greetings

@@rosewood7794 I am not 100% sure, however it looks to be a blower box for pressurising the belt cover. My guess is it was put there to try and keep abrasive sand out of the belt area as the machine came from a very sandy region.

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@@daviddonahue1862 hey there, thanks for watching. We have two older Raycos, each with over 3000hrs. Reliability is subjective, as maintenance is key. Older machines have had the best taken out of them, and it is only a matter of time before something fails. As long as you listen and feel for the machine, and give it the parts it needs, when it needs them, you should get hours and hours of reliable running from them. I am very happy with both of our machines, they are incredibly capable and productive.

@@charliemeis941 thank you very much for your kind words. We believe in looking after our clients long term by working to Australian and New Zealand standards for Stump Grinding. We still regularly get calls to fix a job where someone else has simply knocked the top off the stump then concealed their poor workmanship with the overburden. We are constantly working to improve quality in the industry via education and example. We hope these videos reach the correct people.

Thats a great question, and I can not give a direct answer. Job pricing varies for many reasons, including but not limited to size of the job, ground conditions, access (what size machine we can get to the job) and whether the overburden is removed from site. If you have a similar situation, please call your nearest Stump Removal Specialist for a quotation.

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@@RonaldWood-ep7vg Thank you. You are right, every tool has its application, and there’s no one grinder that will suit every application. It pays to have a few machines of different capacities and weights. Work safe mate.

@@wileycoyotesr8623 Thank you. We thoroughly enjoyed this project 😎

@@golfbravowhiskey8669 you will be surprised. The soil was really clean. I am running aftermarket 900 series style teeth, and only turned the leads for the second day of this two day grind.

@@scotpettengill7801 Thank you so much for your supportive comments. When dealing with larger stumps, overburden management is king. If you can’t see what you’re grinding, you are going to miss something. Not only that, but there’s more than enough stump to grind, withought regrinding the same chips over and over again, wasting time, power, and forward progress.

@@kenz-e9o Thank you sir.

The cutters on Stump Grinders are designed to chew through dirt, timber, and other debris. In cases such as this particular stump, it is more efficient, and more thorough, to run passes and ensure no shallow roots are left behind. Chasing individual roots across the lawn wastes time in larger jobs.

⁠@@NorthsidestumpgrindingI realy did like the way you went about this. A guy down the road paid to have his ground and then you know how it goes the neighbor and then another one down the street got theirs done. It’s been a good 2 months and none of them can get him back to finish it. After they raked the sawdust back there was roots everywhere

@@randywilson6869 I really appreciate you saying so mate, thank you. Sadly, this is a common occurrence. I do regrinds regularly, where other operators or tree companies only grind down a certain way, rake the mulch over the top and call it a day. Beware the offer of "free grinding with every tree removal", and the phrase "you only need to take the top of it sir".

Thanks mate. She goes pretty well, I am really impressed with how capable it is on the ground, and scrambling through the overburden. Its a 2006 Model RG50X, which is the Super. She's 4WD, and powered by the F4M Deutz which is rated at 66HP. We have 2 of these in our fleet, and both have over 3000 hours on them.

Got new engine for my zt1844 running good

Hi mate, it was a Fig. Not sure on exact species as it had been removed prior to us seeing it.

​@@NorthsidestumpgrindingI'd say a Moreton Bay fig

@@cathybenson5119 Thank you for your input. I would hazard a guess that you are absolutely right.

I have seen the 2 grub screw style tapered lock. Thank you for correcting me with the correct terminology regarding the H series Locking bushing. I did not know its correct name, and having the correct name will help others. I really appreciate your input.

Thank you 😎

No we are not using the New River Rev Lite wheel. We are using the standard Green Teeth 900 series wheel.

It has been a great little machine to us. It is now at 950 hours, and was built in 2017. It is the narrowest and lightest in the 38-40HP class. Its narrow chassis suits our targeted clients in our local built up areas. Depending on your demographic, it may well be a really good choice. Bandit Industries no longer make the ZT1844, they have had some changes and are now called SG40. The stump in this video, is very soft. It takes a bit longer to cut hardwoods. I hope this helps.

Thanks, the sg 40 is the unit im looking at...

The stump has been burned. The carbon on the outside of this stump will wreck saw chain before you got halfway through. A bigger machine is the faster option.

Thanks for your question, its a good one and I understand why you have asked it. We have more saws than I like to admit. The client opted for the wood chip, over the block. The carbon is also very hard on sawchain, the grinder teeth aren't affected as much by the carbon, so it was a win-win scenario.

The birds all fly out from the trees all the neighbourhood dogs start howling 😂 It only takes that one Rhyzome . . . The benefit of doing a thorough grind, is that the soil is looser, and it is much easier to pull, or dig that rhizome out.

That may kill the bamboo where it has been affected by the herbicide. If the herbicide does work, you still have a cluster. Herbicide plus removal of the cluster, is more costly than just having the cluster removed by grinding. Theres no guarantee with the herbicide, the bamboo may shoot again. A good stump grinding job ensures you only need to do the job once.

We are sorry you didn't enjoy the vid due to the music. We appreciate your input and will consider what you have said in future videos. What did you think of the content other than the music, was it helpful and informative?

@@Northsidestumpgrinding sorry i turned it off

Thats a great idea. The soil was really good, and the clay layer was also ground, so the blend that the grinder was making would be perfect to top up any garden if it was screened.

Thank you very much. That means a lot. We enjoy your content too, keep up the good work and stay safe.🙂

Thank you. A good finish really makes the job.😀

Thank you.

The neighbours wouldn't agree to it. I did request it.

Thank you very much.

I agree. I have thought about it previously, and I think it is time. Thank you for the suggestion.

Thank you. They are definitely worth their weight, and sometimes the only machine that can get into some places. Very laborious however. When it comes to handlebars, the bigger the engine, the better. We run a 27HP Stump Humper, which helps keep us out of the Gym lol We looked at an SC30, and found it to be heavy and wide for the HP potential, we also felt it was difficult to see what was happening from the control station. In saying that I have heard they are really good. Happy grinding.

I agree 100%, I appreciate your feedback. I can also help prevent the spread and colonisation of such insects as Termites and Fireants. It is also a good time to look over the machine to help spot any potential maintenance issues that may arise.

Simple, quick, and so easy to do.

That I can not answer sorry. Was it informative, and did you like it?

I love it, thank you.

Thank you.

Im sorry Ii can remember exactly how long it took. There was a bit of work to do at this site and I was on site most of the afternoon.

Thanks for your feedback, we appreciate it. We made sure we removed the entire stump by getting right underneath it. You are right in saying nothing will grow there. The property owner is building a new deck over the area.

@@Northsidestumpgrinding Thank you for your response. I assumed that the job was done at the end of the video. Evidently, it was not. I am currently writing a story about stump removal way back in the olden days of horses and mules. You have no idea how hard it was!

@@scottadler I stull have to remove some with hand tools under certain circumstances. The job was completed at the end of the video. This was not a tree, it was a Bird of Paradise, so more like a Palm in make up, lots of fine finger roots. I would like to read your story.

It wasn't too bad mate, The only challenge was getting far enough under the fence to be able to reach the rest from the other side, and working around the concrete from the car port post support. Im not entirely sure why the original operator thought they had done a satisfactory job and left. I originally told the client to call back the operator to complete their work, to which the property owner replied "Their phone number has been disconnected, and we were not impressed by any part of their work, attitude, or behaviour so we don't want them back!" Enough said . . .

The builder is "Alltrades Trailers" and the ramps are "All Load".