I forgot my manners ...I didn't post a photo! I'm guessing the the chipper/shredder is much louder, but you need hearing and eye protection for both types. (and I'm one that usually doesn't wear safety stuff).
My only issue is having to unbolt all the guards to grease it. They have one access hole (yellow arrow on 2nd photo) but the main belt is in the way. Have not sharpen the blades but have used the unit for many hours.
I've attached a board on the grapple to help scoop up the piles. My dog loves the piles and rolls in them :cool2: which is much better than most of what he rolls in.
My only issue is having to unbolt all the guards to grease it. They have one access hole (yellow arrow on 2nd photo) but the main belt is in the way. Have not sharpen the blades but have used the unit for many hours.
I've attached a board on the grapple to help scoop up the piles. My dog loves the piles and rolls in them :cool2: which is much better than most of what he rolls in.