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    Ropetek Wraptor redesign

    I came to the conclusion that screw ups are less likely if you go to a clear plastic can. That way you can be sure you have (1) the right can in the first place with the mix and hi test gas in it, and (2) you can see if it's dark looking in case someone forgot to throw the oil in when they...
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    First used chipper. What make and model would you try for?

    That's a lot of hours! I am getting to the point where I think maintenance is the whole story. Fleets often supply that info, but private parties hardly ever do. Here's some fleet units units near me. https://www.rbauction.com/?keywords=chipper&region=111768638167
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    First used chipper. What make and model would you try for?

    I was hoping more owners would chime in about how reliable their older chippers are. That's really what you are paying for with a newer machine, since you can keep any worn out pile of bolts running if you accept the down time. At some point it gets prohibitive even then. I used to run over the...
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    First used chipper. What make and model would you try for?

    "$10k is asking for some else’s trouble. " Very true. That's why I am studying it meticulously to give myself better odds. With vehicles it's much the same, you have to study it crazy style to get an idea what's a good bet. However, there are good used vehicles and I believe there are good...
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    First used chipper. What make and model would you try for?

    I'm all over searchtempest. Great research tool. I know from owning other heavy equipment that downtime is why larger firms dump stuff on the used market, but you gotta start somewhere and renting chippers at $300-$500 a day is killing me. I will insist on a compression check on any machine I...
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    First used chipper. What make and model would you try for?

    I am getting a used chipper, my first. So far I have paid many dollars renting. I am most interested in 12 inch feed models as a balance between cost and capacity. I have no brand preference, but it seems that around here people buy Morbark, Vermeer, Bandits, and Altec the most. Parts for those...
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    Im new to the business, but never climbed before. Any advice?

    The common wisdom is "go low and slow" until you learn how to climb, so I do not see how you are going to do that if you are bidding large trees near hazards. I was away from this biz for years so I climbed some trees in my mother in-laws yard for a few months until I felt competent. Even then...
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    Model histories for chippers- models and years?

    It really helps when you are shopping for used equipment if you know what was made when and by whom. I'm looking for any links on model histories by major chipper manufacturers on what models they made and when. Vermeer, Brush Bandits, Altec, Morbark etc. Seems these companies do not post that...
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    another non paying customer

    Yep, most people are honest but I used to get the occasional bounced check so I got a credit card swiper. No more checks, they can pay cash or else put it on a credit card. The fee is worth it because a single bounced check pays for an awful lot of swiper fees. On price chiseling, realtors are...
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    Business is slow

    Homeadvisor. Hmm. There's a lot of small businesses in landscaping and other trades on YouTube who strongly advise against that. Look it up. Same probably goes for any other paid referral service. I do know that I signed up for H-A then backed out after the first week (and yes it was a HUGE fuss...
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    wraptor wanted

    Thanks yeah I am sure those are good alternatives but at this point I am convinced a new/used wraptor is my best fit. They seem to pop up somewhat randomly as used items, and a bit more often whenever Ropetek makes a fresh batch.
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    another non paying customer

    Spot on. Spot on. you described this roof to a T. It was a nightmare. I'm a big strong guy and my crew is big strong dudes but we were like a bunch of girls up there. I finally decided some sort of bobcat attachment (which of course is not possible on a roof) was required.
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    another non paying customer

    Thanks folks, I read all your replies. I agree with everyone 100%. I did not force my crew to show for this job as they are not full timers, and I paid them out of pocket also. One older guy grumbled at what a mess it was so I ate a lot of humble pie that day. He still works for me though and I...
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    another non paying customer

    For sure! Lots of mistakes were made on this one.
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    another non paying customer

    The other thread on this got me wondering what you guys would think about my case. I did a bunch of tree work for a customer he was happy with and paid the bill for. So out of the blue a week or two later he calls and says hey, can your crew rip off a roof (his) so I can get my roofing company...
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    wraptor wanted

    I'm getting older and could really benefit from one of these machines. Has anyone got a used one they want to sell? I can work with a pretty well-used unit if that's all you have.

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