Anyone have a MechMaxx 3-pt stump grinder?

[polarred21]

Looks like the price is back down to $1399.

 

[newkiotiguy]

Let me put it another way...

If your stump grinder isn't already at their freight forwarder on shore and is coming from China. it will fall under the now imposed 200% tariff imposed on ALL goods coming from China and the administration just imposed an additional tariff on all the Chinese unloading cranes used to unload the ships. Don't believe me, wander over to G Captain on the net and read it for yourself.

Me thinks you are screwed but on the slim chance you aren't please let everyone know as we are all curious.

I used it today. Just like a bunch of other people that bought them. That proves you have no idea what you are talking about.

 

[newkiotiguy]

Got about 10 stumps done. It works well. It was eating right through a big rock before I noticed. Kept right on going trough the stumps after

 

[5030]

I used it today. Just like a bunch of other people that bought them. That proves you have no idea what you are talking about.

You obviously don't follow politics and / or you are ignorant of the ongoing trade negotiations berween China and the US which determines what and if tour Chinese grinder gets delivered or the price increases. DJT relaxed the tarriffs for a set period, consequently, you got it, Has nothing to do with me and everything to do with world events. I do know what I'm talking about, I follow world economics. The one I bought 2 years ago I paid substantntiall less than you paid... Hint, that's called inflation bub.

 

[Code54]

Got about 10 stumps done. It works well. It was eating right through a big rock before I noticed. Kept right on going trough the stumps after

It really does work great for the price and it’s a good attachment to have. We had a oak that was close to 40" that we removed with it the other evening. It was not a big deal and really did not take very long.

I also noticed the price is back down if anyone is looking for one. I guess those "200% tariffs" didn't really cause any problems....

 

[newkiotiguy]

You obviously don't follow politics and / or you are ignorant of the ongoing trade negotiations berween China and the US which determines what and if tour Chinese grinder gets delivered or the price increases. DJT relaxed the tarriffs for a set period, consequently, you got it, Has nothing to do with me and everything to do with world events. I do know what I'm talking about, I follow world economics. The one I bought 2 years ago I paid substantntiall less than you paid... Hint, that's called inflation bub.

I know plenty. Congratulations on buying one years ago. We all know since it's yours it's the best. You are a complete tool

 

[5030]

I know plenty. Congratulations on buying one years ago. We all know since it's yours it's the best. You are a complete tool

Never said it was the 'best'. You stated that, not me. I would have preferred buying a dedicated, self powered stump grinder like a Raco or a Vermeer but my use situation don't predicate one. For my use scenario, a 3 point mount swing grinder fill my needs just fine. When I purchased mine a couple years ago, I looked at all of them pretty hard and theirs had the features I wanted at a price that was excellent. I knew going in that it was a copy of an Erskine (actually an exact copy, the Chinese are good at copying products) and offering them at less than the domestically built ones they copy because their built in costs (labor and materials costs) are substantially less.

Your scenario may be different and I'd rather be a tool than a brainless dork like you that posts inane comments...

Have yourself a blessed day.

 

[5030]

LIke the rigid mount Mechamaxx stump grinder that Woodland Mills offers. Exact copy with a different paint job for sunstantially less that the Woodmax one.

What anyone purchases is their personal choice. In my case I would have preferred an Erskine or a Land Pride but I weighed the cost versus the use time and bought the Chinsese copy. I will say that the LP as well as the Erskine replacement parts fit fine and the Greenteeth carbide cutters also fit as well. Getting ready to replace all the cutters with Greenteeth cutters that are produced right here in SE lower Michigan, USA.

 

[Muhammad]

I know plenty. Congratulations on buying one years ago. We all know since it's yours it's the best. You are a complete tool

Let's be friendly guys. No need to argue over stump grinders.

 

[John_Mc]

I'd consider one of MechMaxx's stump grinders with the hydraulic swing - their model TSG61. The swing feature seems to be a lot more convenient to use and the greater grinding depth (down to 12" below ground level). I do have the rear hydraulic remotes to drive the swing feature. However, the recommended Tractor HP range for that model is 35-60. My tractor is 33 HP (27 at the PTO). I'm guessing probably not enough to comfortably run this attachment. I think I might be OK on the total weight of the tractor being enough to not get shoved around by the grinder. Bare tractor weight is about 2500#, but with filled rear tires, loader, and modifications (belly pan and limb risers), I'm up over 4000#. I'm curious if anyone has experience running this model on a smaller tractor

The less expensive fixed mount grinders might be a better option. I do have a hydrostatic transmission, which should help with running the fixed mount grinder. However, the stabilizers for my lower 3 Pt hitch arms are adjustable by dropping a pin in various holes. They don't really tighten up like screw adjustable stabilizers do, so there might be more slop in that mount than is ideal. How important is removing all that side play for those that have used the fixed mount grinder?

 

[LittleBill21]

How important is removing all that side play for those that have used the fixed mount grinder?

if you get aggressive and let it bounce, things start moving around pretty good, otherwise it barely moves

 

[Code54]

if you get aggressive and let it bounce, things start moving around pretty good, otherwise it barely moves

I agree. I also have pins in the 3pt adjustors, and it really has not been a problem. Once you sort of learn how big of a bite to take and the depth, it just sits there and chips the stump without any drama.

 

[polarred21]

*** WARNING *** THIS IS A SCAM SITE ! DO NOT PURCHASE FROM MECHMAXXUSA. THERE ARE OTHERS ALSO POPPING UP FOR THESE STUMP GRINDERS. BUYERS BEWARE ***

3-Point PTO Stump Grinder with 34 Carbide Teeth (PTO Shaft Included with Slip Clutch), for 15-45HP Tractor, SG24

Product OverviewConnects directly to your tractors 3 point hitch system and is equipped with a large 24’’ diameter solid steel grinding flywheel and 34 tungsten carbide cutting teeth to make the remov...

mechmaxusa.com

 

[John_Mc]

Tell me it ain't so. $990 ? I'm trying real hard not to buy this thing...and a hard to find link!

3-Point PTO Stump Grinder with 34 Carbide Teeth (PTO Shaft Included with Slip Clutch), for 15-45HP Tractor, SG24

Product OverviewConnects directly to your tractors 3 point hitch system and is equipped with a large 24’’ diameter solid steel grinding flywheel and 34 tungsten carbide cutting teeth to make the remov...

mechmaxusa.com

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EDIT: THE LINK QUOTED ABOVE IS A SCAM. WEBSITE IS A CLONE OF THE REAL MECHMAXX SITE. DO NOT ORDER FROM MECHMAXUSA. COM

It baffles me how anyone can make a product like this for $990. I get it, they are using cheap Chinese labor, but so are some of their their competitors. There is a fair amount to these things. Have they changed the design from what they were originally selling?

Hard to resist. I paid close to that amount when I had a contractor come out and grind a few stumps for me a couple of years ago. I just placed an order.

 

[Runner]

if you get aggressive and let it bounce, things start moving around pretty good, otherwise it barely moves

Patience is a virtue. Take small bites and pass the time by thinking about how much harder it would be doing it by hand....

Pro Tip: If your loader joystick is anywhere close to your knee, be sure to use the lockout so you are not accidentally digging up the grass in front of you while turned around watching the grinder doing its thing.

 

[John_Mc]

As mentioned in my previous post, I ordered the SG24 earlier today. I got an acknowledgement right away from PayPal that the payment went through, but so far no email from MechMaxx acknowledging the order. (Fortunately, I did save screen shots of the order.)

Did others get an acknowledgement from MechMaxx and an order number when they ordered?

 

[dinoedwards]

So this $1400 one can be got for $990? Did u order? Is this SG24? Showing $1399 on MechMaxx site, is this legit site for $990??

 

[John_Mc]

So this $1400 one can be got for $990? Did u order? Is this SG24? Showing $1399 on MechMaxx site, is this legit site for $990??

I'm wondering if it is a fake site. The link posted was for Mechmaxusa.com

The other links were for Mechmaxx.com

Time for me to get on to paypal and see if I can undo the purchase.

 

[John_Mc]

Just called Mechmaxx at the phone number listed on their REAL website (mechmaxx.com)

The other site (mechmaxusa.com) - the one listing their stump grinder for $990 is a SCAM

 

[dinoedwards]

Just called Mechmax.com said ad is fake!!!!1-315-750-4008