Wood chipper

[4shorts]

Ok guys here's the situation.

Picking up a little BX25D and I need to get your opinions on a wood chipper for it. PTO driven. Hydraulic feed or none hydraulic feed? Brand? Is it even worth putting a chipper on a Bx25?
Can't see needing anything that will chip anything over 4" and the average will be 2".

 

[AStanton]

I got one word for you, "Wallenstein." They make a good chipper. And better yet, an outfit named Woodward Crossings in PA sells em for almost cost. I would contact them if I would you. On YouTube a guy made a video of his BX24 and a Wallenstein Chipper. You get to see how it would work for your BX25. For me, I wouldn't recommend the hydraulic feed: it's more money and something else to go wrong.
I bought a used Patu Chipper for my B3030. I figure that every 6 months we seem to get the storm of the century, so I want to be ready.
Good luck.
Attached is pic of my chipper.

 

[Baby Grand]

4shorts-

I'd consider AStanton's suggestion. The Wallenstein chippers get very good comments from their owners on here. The intake chute on their 4" chipper is 4"x10", I believe. This is a huge help when you have gnarly, twisty limbs to feed in. Much less trimming to fit stuff in there. The 360 degree rotating chute is very handy, too - it allows me to feed the chips directly into my trailer. I was all set to get one, but wound up getting a used Patu (just like AStanton's) that was going for a good price locally. My only regret with the Patu is having lots of pin oak and having a 4"x4" feed chute, and not that 4"x10" on the Wallenstein. So the loppers and limbing saw get more work, even with some of the 2" twisty stuff we grow.

If the blades are sharp, the Patu self feeds, and I think the Wally does the same, so the hydraulics may be overkill unless you are using the chipper as part of a landscaping business and really racking up the hours. It adds substantially to the cost. The BX25 should have no problem running a 4" chipper as long as the blades are kept sharp. From what I've seen of your operation, I have no doubt that you would do no less.

 

[Red Horse]

I bought a used Valby 150, manual feed. It supposedly will do 6" and is a manual feed.Valbys have a belt drive which right after I got it, I wasn't paying attention to belt tension and smoked one of four-not a fun job to change as the pully that connects to the drive shaft is a heavy dude and the flywheel weighs like 210 lbs.

In any case machine is rated for tractors I believe with a min of 45 PTO horses. My son has been using it with his JD 2520 which I think is 22 HP PTO and it works fine on 2-3" stuff. I would assume your tractor is in that range? I agree with comments on hyd feed-nice to have but for less than professional service, and if knives are kept reasonably sharp, manual works. The Wallensteins also look like they have pretty good specs-in particular with respect to flywheel weight. I trhink that is key to good performance. I was looking for a used Valby or Patu but I think the Wallenstien is also a good bet

 

[kcender]

I used a 4 inch Wallenstein on my BX25,when I had it,and it seemed to work fine.You will need to run the BX at full throttle and make sure the blades are sharp,as others have said.The only problem I had was the blade clearance getting too big.This allowed the finer twigs to go through without being mulched up enough and plugging the chute.After adjusting the clearance everything was fine and I kept a check on it after that.

 

[RoyJackson]

Also, take a look at the Woods 5000 chipper/shredder. These are rated at 15 to 30-35 PTO HP maximum.
If you're like most residential owners, you'll have a mix of larger branches (the 4" stuff) and a lot of twigs and such. Chipper/Shredders work great for general clean up.

 

[4shorts]

Thanks guys for your imput and experiences. Nice to hear first hand how these things perform. I'm in no rush for one. I got at least four months before I need it. I might look around and see what's in the used market. If I see a large one I will use it on the Kubota 5740 and if I only see a smaller unit I'll get it for the BX25. Having time to sit back and look for a used one is a nice advantage to have. Much appreciated :thumbsup:

 

[4shorts]

Also, take a look at the Woods 5000 chipper/shredder. These are rated at 15 to 30-35 PTO HP maximum.
If you're like most residential owners, you'll have a mix of larger branches (the 4" stuff) and a lot of twigs and such. Chipper/Shredders work great for general clean up.

Thanks Roy. That's about the type of use I'll be needing it for. I'm heading in to the dealer tomorrow to pay for the BX because of years end for them plus pricing might change in January. I'll ask the Kubota boys what they've sold in chippers/shredders and report back with my findings to get everyone's opinion on it. :dance1:

 

[jeff9366]

Another vote for Wallenstein from contented owner of a model BX42s. I think this model will run FINE behind your BX25. And, yes, that 4" X 10" mouth to the chipper knives is a BIG positive.

The rotor/flywheel on the BX42 weights 110 pounds, the heaviest in 4-5" class. Once the PTO has rotor spinning at 540 RPM the inertia power of the revolving rotor, not the tractor engine, is supplying most of the energy to the four chipping knives bolted to the rotor.

Wallenstein chippers are manufactured by EMB Manufacturing in St. Clements, Ontario, so you likely can purchase cheaper in Canada. PH: (519) 699-9283

I store mine on a dolly in the garage. Lesser implements remain outside under canvas.

I replaced Kubota factory "check chains" with pin-adjustable, rigid, stabilizers from Stabilworks. Stabilworks' mechs make loading implements onto the three point hitch a breeze. Well worth <$200. Stabilworks' mechs also strengthen bracing of lift arms by 50%.

LINK:

Kubota tractor stabilizers Kubota [url]www.stabilworks.com - YouTube[/url]

My tractor is a Kubota B3300SU / 33-hp---> 25-hp PTO / 1,800 pounds.

Shoot, I may as well plug excellent MUTS (Canadian built) trailer too. Great for hauling/dumping chips.

LINK:

MUTS - Multi-Use Trailer System for your ATV, Quad and 4 Wheeler - Welcome

 

[4shorts]

Another vote for Wallenstein from contented owner of a model BX42. I think this model will run FINE behind your BX25. And, yes, that 4" X 10" mouth to the chipper knives is a BIG positive.

The rotor/flywheel on the BX42 weights 110 pounds, the heaviest in 4-5" class. Once the PTO has rotor spinning at 540 RPM the inertia power of the rotor, not the tractor engine, is supplying most of the energy to the four chipping knives bolted to the rotor.

Wallenstein chippers are manufactured by EMB Manufacturing in St. Clements, Ontario, so you likely can purchase cheaper in Canada. PH: (519) 699-9283

I store mine on a dolly in the garage. Lesser implements remain outside under canvas.

I replaced Kubota factory "check chains" with pin-adjustable, rigid, stabilizers from Stabilworks. Stabilworks' mechs make loading implements onto the three point hitch a breeze. Well worth <$200. Stabilworks' mechs also strengthen bracing of lift arms by 50%.

LINK:

Kubota tractor stabilizers Kubota [url]www.stabilworks.com - YouTube[/url]

My tractor is a Kubota B3300SU / 33-hp---> 25-hp PTO / 1,800 pounds.

Shoot, I may as well plug excellent MUTS (Canadian built) trailer too. Great for hauling/dumping chips.

LINK:

MUTS - Multi-Use Trailer System for your ATV, Quad and 4 Wheeler - Welcome

Thanks Jeff. That's a great bit of info. Thanks for taking the time to post it. It's going to be Wallenstein for me as well. I'll give them a call after the New Years holiday. Thanks.
Paul

 

[CWB]

I agree with all of the favorable comments on the Wallenstein 42 - a great machine. I run it behind a BX25 and B3030. One useful item I added was a hitch for a trailer so I can shoot chips into the trailer while moving around the property. It works very well.

 

[rbarker]

I agree with all of the favorable comments on the Wallenstein 42 - a great machine. I run it behind a BX25 and B3030. One useful item I added was a hitch for a trailer so I can shoot chips into the trailer while moving around the property. It works very well.

My god man... It's GREEN! Lol

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[94BULLITT]

I want to get a Wallenstein BX42 someday.

Here is one on Youtube.

My god man... It's GREEN! Lol

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Green paint adds 5 PTO horsepower.

 

[jeff9366]

If T-B-N would give you just one thin dime for every post, you could order a Wallenstein chipper tomorrow.

I want to get a L4240 someday. At ten cents a post, it will be awhile.

 

[4shorts]

If T-B-N would give you just one thin dime for every post, you could order a Wallenstein chipper tomorrow.

I want to get a L4240 someday. At ten cents a post, it will be awhile.

My buddy I don't see anything wrong with what you have now :confused3:
Great looking tractors and stuff :thumbsup:

 

[tractchores]

I've also got the wallenstein and its a perfect match for my b2920. No need for the hydraulic feed as it self feeds really well. I put full trees that are 4" at the butt in mine regularly and it sucks them through with no trimming or pushing. The bigger opening is what really sold me as i have a lot of gnarly hardwood branches. Since you have time i would look used, they are heavy duty so used tend to be good and you'll save a bit though they seem to sell quickly. If you get one i'de suggest a dolly to move it and hook it up. Here is the one i made. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/236156-wallenstein-bx42-chipper-dolly-build.html

 

[CHDinCT]

Another vote for the Wally BX42 which I run behind my BX25. I did have a DR PTO chipper before that which also worked well, but the Wally handles the 2"-4" material much better. It will self feed larger material better than twiggy stuff but you will have to trim large-crotched branches so they feed in. I would not rule out hydraulic feed if you can swing it. I don't know if the BX25 has sufficient flow to meet the spec's for the hydraulic motor on the BX42R, but I"d sure like to try it. Just couldn't swing the extra dinero's for hydraulic feed.

As you can see from the pic's the Wallenstein is much more substantial in size/weight, though the performance of the DR wasn't that much inferior than the BX42. The DR uses a belt and gear to turn the rotor at higher RPM while the Wally is a direct drive that rotates at PTO speed. The DR unit pictured is an older version as they now offer a top side chute for chip ejection, but it doesn't swivel I believe. Anyway, I think you'll be pleased with a Wallenstein unit for your BX25D to be!

 

[4shorts]

I've also got the wallenstein and its a perfect match for my b2920. No need for the hydraulic feed as it self feeds really well. I put full trees that are 4" at the butt in mine regularly and it sucks them through with no trimming or pushing. The bigger opening is what really sold me as i have a lot of gnarly hardwood branches. Since you have time i would look used, they are heavy duty so used tend to be good and you'll save a bit though they seem to sell quickly. If you get one i'de suggest a dolly to move it and hook it up. Here is the one i made. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/236156-wallenstein-bx42-chipper-dolly-build.html

Thanks for the info and the tip. I'd make up the dolly for sure. That's a nice set up you have there. Thanks for the link. The BX 42 will be the one I go with.

Another vote for the Wally BX42 which I run behind my BX25. I did have a DR PTO chipper before that which also worked well, but the Wally handles the 2"-4" material much better. It will self feed larger material better than twiggy stuff but you will have to trim large-crotched branches so they feed in. I would not rule out hydraulic feed if you can swing it. I don't know if the BX25 has sufficient flow to meet the spec's for the hydraulic motor on the BX42R, but I"d sure like to try it. Just couldn't swing the extra dinero's for hydraulic feed.

As you can see from the pic's the Wallenstein is much more substantial in size/weight, though the performance of the DR wasn't that much inferior than the BX42. The DR uses a belt and gear to turn the rotor at higher RPM while the Wally is a direct drive that rotates at PTO speed. The DR unit pictured is an older version as they now offer a top side chute for chip ejection, but it doesn't swivel I believe. Anyway, I think you'll be pleased with a Wallenstein unit for your BX25D to be!

Thank you as well for the info. Man I had to save your photo with the BX25. That's a beautiful photo! :thumbsup:
Appreciate you taking the time to respond.

 

[glennm]

I have a BXM 32 and love it. I do use the shredder for small stuff and it works great. As the others have said, there is no need for hydraulic feed, they feed just fine. I have chipped and shredded a pile of stuff with mine. I have it on a bx23. It is a bit heavy so you need to watch the hills, etc but I would buy it again In a flash !

 

[4shorts]

I have a BXM 32 and love it. I do use the shredder for small stuff and it works great. As the others have said, there is no need for hydraulic feed, they feed just fine. I have chipped and shredded a pile of stuff with mine. I have it on a bx23. It is a bit heavy so you need to watch the hills, etc but I would buy it again In a flash !

Hum. I never considered the BXM model. Might be worth considering. For the guys that own the BX chippers do you now wish you had the shredding capabilities that the the BXM has?