PTO Chipper Advice -- maneuverability and center of gravity concerns

[outdoorben]

I'm not knowledgable about the impact of flywheel weight, but I will say I'm very happy with my WC68 so far. Been chipping up a lot of cherry trees lately (we had a bunch taken down from our septic/pasture area). Cutting up the trunk/lower limbs for firewood and chipping anything 4" down.

Not regretted the choice for a moment.

I have no doubt I will love it. Was just overly venting frustration that I screwed up .

Since most of the stuff I’ll be chopping will be very soft, I anticipate zero problems at 4 to 5 inches based on reviews. Thanks!

 

[oosik]

I always have my grapple on the FEL when I use my Wallenstein chipper. So... a light front end has never been a problem.

I got to looking at my Wally chipper. Even when raised at its highest - I really doubt it has a whole lot of impact on overall center of gravity. I seldom raise it to full height - no need.

It really boils down to - where are you going with the chipper. If it feels like it might be "tippy" - probably a place where you don't want to be anyhow. "Things" can happen FAST - usually a whole lot faster than you can react.