rustythread
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- Oct 15, 2011
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- Tractor
- Simplicity 6512.5; Kubota L35
I'm looking at a Harper-Goossen CSG-3, but have to confess I don't know diddly yet. Not much info on the net re this older model. Known positives: it's a gasoline powered tow-behind, and has the turnable discharge chute about 6' high (does this mean it should have a blower?). Paint is not mint, but is not badly worn.
Known negatives: Per curent owner, original engine "blown up" by earlier owner; present engine is a 16 HP Briggs. No belt guards.
Blades in shredder were visible and could be felt by hand; will need sharpening, but did not appear badly worn down. Blades in chipper not visible, but feeling what I think was the edge of a blade indicated chips in blade edge.
Owner couldn't get it started, and says he's taking in to "the mechanic" for attention to the motor.
What else should I be looking closely at or for when I go back to see it running?
How hard is it to get replacement blades and associated parts for shredder and chipper?
If it has the "blower", how far should it throw chips / shreds?
If bearings need replacement due to neglect or abuse, are they fairly standard or special for this machine / manufacturer only?
Any other comments or warnings are very welcome. I'm going to need a chipper / shredder for several acres of clearing as soon as I can get one, and for a long time thereafter for brush and tree tops on a pretty regular basis.
Thanks, all.
Known negatives: Per curent owner, original engine "blown up" by earlier owner; present engine is a 16 HP Briggs. No belt guards.
Blades in shredder were visible and could be felt by hand; will need sharpening, but did not appear badly worn down. Blades in chipper not visible, but feeling what I think was the edge of a blade indicated chips in blade edge.
Owner couldn't get it started, and says he's taking in to "the mechanic" for attention to the motor.
What else should I be looking closely at or for when I go back to see it running?
How hard is it to get replacement blades and associated parts for shredder and chipper?
If it has the "blower", how far should it throw chips / shreds?
If bearings need replacement due to neglect or abuse, are they fairly standard or special for this machine / manufacturer only?
Any other comments or warnings are very welcome. I'm going to need a chipper / shredder for several acres of clearing as soon as I can get one, and for a long time thereafter for brush and tree tops on a pretty regular basis.
Thanks, all.