FEL Road Maintenance Cutter

Duerwood Willis · Feb 21, 2017

Code54 said:
I bet it is!!
I have to say again, a 36" with that design would be great on the mini!!!
Sorry had to mention it again! LOL
Bet of luck with all you do and I think once you get more out in the market and can get the word out you are going to be rather busy!

Noted, a 36" for the mini! Lol

We have big plans and hope to deliver on all at some point.

Code54 · Feb 21, 2017

If you need info on the Kubota quick attach (dimensions) I have one sitting here I get photos, measurements,etc. Plus I have a new set of QD ears made to weld on a new attachment if you have questions.

Duerwood Willis · Feb 22, 2017

Code54 said:
If you need info on the Kubota quick attach (dimensions) I have one sitting here I get photos, measurements,etc. Plus I have a new set of QD ears made to weld on a new attachment if you have questions.

Would you think the front opening would be sufficient? Please make suggestions on what you would think are the must haves.

Code54 · Feb 22, 2017

I think it would. On an open station Mini having the duel opening is sort of dangerous as it throws debris back at the operator (Always need a face shield and protective clothing no matter what).
Some use short chains or a rubber flap to help deflect debris.
Also may need to make the deck a tad thicker as the mini can place a lot of force on it if a corner would catch a rock or something. Even my little 7K Kubota has a curl around 8k so something to be aware of. The hardest part is getting the right balance of strength to weight but you idea of reinforcement will help with that a lot.

lt190b · Feb 23, 2017

Duerwood Willis said:
Hello, I have lurked around the forum for years now looking for feedback from the mass knowledge throughout while troubleshooting my own tractor issues. My cousin Travis and I are partners in Lane Shark USA. I was extremely flattered when I found out that our products were being discussed here on the forum, I will try to address the many questions and suggestions that this group has made. First we are in the panhandle of Florida and are new to the business, we both grew up in a rural area and started off running tractors at very young ages. We both are deer hunters and dreaded mandatory hunting club work days that no one seems to show up for. We tried to simplify the work on the hunters that met their obligations for those hot summer days cutting limbs. Lane Shark USA is a product of countless hours of trial and error making a product for our own use at the hunting club. Needless to say through word of mouth I had several people wanting me to trim their driveways before the very first unit was completed. I took advantage of the opportunities to further this project, it had some major flaws from the beginning. Through hard work and determination we build several units over the next year until we had built what was a solid piece of equipment. We had several people inquiring about the cutter when traveling back in forth to the hunting club, some wanted us to come cut their roads and some wanted us to build them a cutter. In the beginning we were not interested, we both have great full time jobs and also try to maintain a quality of life. Travis is a custom home builder and I have a Safety career with the largest Pulp and Paper company in the world. Sorry to bore you with us.....

We build Lane Shark USA here in Florida ourselves using American material and parts. Currently I would have to say that we build to order because every time we think we are getting ahead someone else is either inquiring or purchasing one. We have a patent pending, this is the main reason our marketing might not meet everyone's expectations. We did get some publicity through social media sites to kind of kick start the process prior to launching a marketing campaign.

Lane Shark USA is a 44" cutter originally designed for the deer hunters, we currently offer two models. The deck is constructed of 1/8" plate, reinforced with 1/4" plate and angle, trimmed out on the bottom with 3/16" angle, leading edge trimmed in 3/4" cold roll, and custom build hinges to seal the deal.

Both models are currently using a Char-Lynn hydraulic motor, 10 GPM, 1091 RPM, 650 ft-lb of torque and a continuous PSI of 2000 and with a relief valve at 2200 PSI. We currently install a Parker flow regulator on each unit to protect each unit and the end user. For the maximum efficiency of the two current models offered the application needs a hydraulic system on the tractor/skid steer rated at 10 GPM. If the application has less than 10 GPM remember that hydraulics are linear, a good way to understand this is a hydraulic system with a flow of 8 GPM equates to 80% efficiency. This really does not mean much unless comparing two units cutting side by side, the unit with an 8 GPM system would take 20% longer to cut the same distance. Using Lane Shark USA to cut small brush, the end user would not notice the difference in performance.

The quick attach model offers three cutting positions, directly in front of the tractor, 18" outside of the right boom cutting horizontal, and 18" outside the right boom cutting vertical. Regardless of the position the end user will have a cutting path of 44". With 1/2"x 6' hoses $2700

The bucket mounted model has been a great addition for those with a FEL without the quick attach. This model is simply a receiver hitch style bracket welded to the top of the bucket allowing both horizontal and vertical cutting 18" outside the right boom. With 1/2"x 6' hoses $2200

To further answer other questions and concerns mentioned in this thread. If six foot hoses are not needed, subtract $100 from either model, if longer or larger hoses are needed we can include for the actual price up the hoses. Both units are under $500 pounds, the bucket mounted unit can be stood by a grow man and with a little thought loaded in the bed of any truck. The quick attach model is heavier because of the skid steer mounting plate (5/16") and cannot be loaded without some help. Each unit is primed and painted with an industrial enamel paint that has held up great so far, all units are only offered in the lime green color, this is critical in our marketing plan. Warranty on craftsmanship is 6 months and mechanical parts are backed by the manufactured warranty offered. Blades are sharp on both sides preventing having to sharpen in the field, simply flip them over once dull. The deck assembly is reinforced with rigid material and geometry.

We have ran the units multiple ways (e.g. third function on FEL, rear remote, PTO driven hydraulic pump with a external reservoir) if using a remote, a "T" will need to be installed in the tractors return line.

We do have the capability to increase the the motor to work with the skid steers with a greater hydraulic flow for an additional cost.

Open cab tractors are probably not the ideal application however I have upwards of 25 hours on my Mahindra 2810 HST, whether lucky or by design I have not even had a close call. Lane Shark USA does not sling debris like a traditional rotary cutter, our product uses extremely sharp blades and has a spindle speed much faster that the average rotary cutter.

A few key features and uses, the blade has an advancement of 3.25" leading the cutting edge allowing the larger brush to be cut prior to cutter being physically over the brush. It cuts well around ponds without getting to the soft soil reducing the potential for ruts, cuts to the maximum reach of the FEL, when using a rear mounted rotary cutter it will deliver an additional 44" cut, this works well when cutting rather tall brush, cut between fence post below the first strand of wire, cuts the brush trying to grow over the top of a fence, road and driveway maintenance, ideal for those annoying limbs overhanging foot plots or gardens.

Again thanks for the comments and for the many forum members that have already inquired about Lane Shark USA by phone since this thread was started. Now as a member of the forum I will answer any questions you may have that I may have missed. Please keep in mind that we are really just now getting the product going, we are open to both positive and negative feedback. If you like our product please take the time to like, share, or follow on Facebook. We are currently working on some type of give away for the appreciation of our followers. We feel that we have a solid product and are here to stay by offering the homeowner or small guy an opportunity to have an American made product at a reasonable price.

Duerwood Willis 850-232-nine642

Duerwood, in this post you mention a relief valve, is that part of the motor? And a Parker flow regulator. Does that go inline? Do these items still go with the cutter if I do a hose delete purchase? lt190b

Duerwood Willis · Feb 23, 2017

lt190b said:
Duerwood, in this post you mention a relief valve, is that part of the motor? And a Parker flow regulator. Does that go inline? Do these items still go with the cutter if I do a hose delete purchase? lt190b

Great question! The relief valve piece may have been poorly written on my part. That is more around the specs of the motor. For those with hydraulic systems greater than 15gpm we include a Parker Flow Control valve with or without the purchase of hoses. The motor relies on the relief valve of the application.

If operating pressure of the application exceeds 3000 psi an aftermarket divert/relief valve will need to be purchased separately. We will and can custom match a hydraulic motor for your machine at the actual cost of equipment.

lt190b · Feb 26, 2017

Duerwood, if using a hydraulic solenoid valve to control the cutter, would I need a cushion valve (crossover relief)to provide wind down for the motor?

Duerwood Willis · Feb 26, 2017

lt190b said:
Duerwood, if using a hydraulic solenoid valve to control the cutter, would I need a cushion valve (crossover relief)to provide wind down for the motor?

I do not use a cushion myself, I'm sure an extra layer of protection wouldn't hurt. Let me talk with the hydraulic engineer tomorrow morning when I get to work. My Char-Lynn Eaton rep said it wasn't necessary with the current motors we are using though. Others feel free to chime in with thoughts....

Duerwood Willis · Feb 28, 2017

After a lengthy discussion with our hydraulic engineer I have come to the conclusion that it isn't necessary but would definitely add a layer of protection.