MechMaxx Stump Grinders or Other Homeowner Stump Grinders

[StihlsawuserMS361]

Apologies in advance as this may not be the correct forum. I, like many have an EAB problem with ash dying. Was given a quote to grind 14 close cut ash tree stumps for about $1400. This is about 1/2 of the total trees, with about another couple dozen trees to follow in a 2+ acre site. Rather than pay close to 3K when complete, I'm looking at buying a gas-powered stump grinder.
I've looked at DR, reviews aren't the best. Or MaxxMech, which reviews seem better and less expensive. I would probably sell the grinder when done.
Anyone have any experience with either? Or suggestions? MechMaxx also has a 3pt tractor attachment, FWIW. Local Rent-All stores only have a smaller option to use.
Thanks!

 

[PP4218]

After looking at the MechMaxx, it sure seems like a lot of work since the grinding head is manually moved. I don't think a professional firm would want that after you are done with it. Too labor intensive.

Can you not just burn the stumps?

 

[StihlsawuserMS361]

Good thinking 4218. I thought of that, but the total will be over 50. Thought of digging them u. p with the backhoe, huge mess on a section of land that only gets mowed 3X a year. I just want to get them flush to miss the mower blades. I suppose I could cut them closer to the ground with the 361 or 500I, but that will be a lot of chain sharpenings.