Almost quit... on Stump

NOTV8 · Apr 24, 2011

Well almost. And my neighbor said I will never get it out... well I proved him wrong :thumbsup:. Did it with the CT235 and BH7500. It's like digging with a spoon on this bugger..

another stump removed and hundreds more to go...

Gittyup · Apr 25, 2011

If you have a lot of stumps to remove, you might consider investing in one of the backhoe tooth thingies that cuts roots. Cutting roots is the key to easier removal.

Thomas · Apr 25, 2011

"and hundreds more to go..."
Stumps here and there,but I consider sub it out or renting lot heavier w/tracks.

radioman · Apr 25, 2011

yeah I agree, a root ripper attachment to backhoe is exactly what you need for the terrible tap roots. I dug up several maple stumps similar size to your stump with a SMALLER tractor/BH then you did! I really wished for a ripper tooth then!

crash325 · Apr 25, 2011

My bucket has fairly sharp edges that will cut through most roots.

A simple home made tool is a "Pickle Fork". The raised side can be sharpened if needed for root cutting. It was made for shallow trenching, but works well on roots.

Why would someone buy a tractor & back hoe, then go out & spend $200.00 a day to rent one????:thumbsup:

On the other hand - are 5 different fingers. :thumbsup::licking:

mscheer772 · Apr 25, 2011

Why? Because you'd finish the job this decade. Probably more like in 2 days

Johndeere3720 · Apr 25, 2011

Looks like the bobcat handeled it no problem. :thumbsup: A ripper tooth would be a great attachment for your backhoe I have to admit.

NOTV8 · Apr 25, 2011

I like everyone's idea but... where's the fun on that? No seat time for my tractor? It is the reason I bought it anyway. I'm already on it too deep. I could have grass already growing on it if only I listened to my wife to have someone else do it (less expense than tractor and implements I have now) but I want to have/need reason to get a tractor

. Anyway my wife said I have 30 years to do it... :laughing: since we just built this new house.

Gittyup · Apr 25, 2011

I understand: have tractor, want to use it, fun to do. Just remember that it's hard on your tractor, very hard.

I did 3 or 4 big stumps and then decided that was enough, especially after I watched a big excavator come in and take out a stump in 2 minutes that would have taken me 8 to 10 hours. I currently have a very big maple stump in my front yard. I cut it off flush, planted flowers around and placed a statue on it. It will stay there..... at least until I decide to pay a stump grinder. Regardless it's not coming out. Just too big a hole and quite a mess. Besides, I'd rather save the wear and tear on my tractor.

Sand_man · Apr 26, 2011

Oh how boring it would be if we all used our tractors for exactly what they are rated for. Who has not raised the back end when lifting something a bit to heavy for the loader?