jake98
Veteran Member
- Joined
- Nov 10, 2007
- Messages
- 1,881
- Location
- Dingmans Ferry PA
- Tractor
- 53 Cub, 70's JD 410, Kioti 25hst
that's an awesome chipper!
It's definitely a 305. We're having an extensive discussion about it here:Unless the engine was replaced at some point, I doubt it's a 305.
CompactTractorFan said:Looks like it's working out well! :thumbsup:
Thanks for the pics.
I found mine on Craigslist for $5,500. Vermeer don't make the PTO models any longer, but my guess is that is was probably around $15k new. As for PTO needed, to be able to continuously chip a 9" hardwood log, I'd say you would need 80hp+ pto power. I'm running in 540E pto mode with my tractor, which keeps the engine rpms at 1700, and gives me maybe 55hp pto. When doing big logs, you have to manually stop the hydraulic feel for a few seconds when it starts to bog down. Once the cutting wheel regains speed, start feeding again. Not a big deal, but it does mean you have to "babysit" the larger logs.What's the price on one of them chippers ? And what kinda pto power you need ?
Appreciate the advice. I have been thinking of adding a sheet of plywood as a roof over the front section of the dump bed and I have also found that by backing the truck up closer and pointing the shoot down more, it is less of an issue.That setup reminds me a bit of ours. New Deere tractor and an old GM truck, lol. :thumbsup:
The chips flying over the cab is a problem we deal with too. At first I didn't think it was a problem, but they work their way down into the cowl vents, motor, etc and cause a general mess. We are experimenting now with some hoops over the bed and a heavy canvas tarp over the top.