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[mikewhite85]

By the end of this log, the vermeer was blowing all kinds of radiator smoke and started knocking. I've been suspecting it was on its way out. Here's to hoping it's just a head gasket


Having an 18 in chipper is such a night and day difference from a 12. Hopefully it's not down too long.

 

[tree MDS]

I agree, it’s very hard to go back to working with a 12” chipper once you get used to something bigger.

I go back and fourth on selling my 250. Even though we barely ever use it, I know it’d be impossible to find a replacement back up chipper as nice and already company colors. That said it might be for sale if someone wants it. Have to get at least 22k to be worth it. Just throwing that out there.

 

[tree MDS]

By the end of this log, the vermeer was blowing all kinds of radiator smoke and started knocking. I've been suspecting it was on its way out. Here's to hoping it's just a head gasket
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Having an 18 in chipper is such a night and day difference from a 12. Hopefully it's not down too long.

Best of luck with the breakdown, man!!

 

[ZinTrees]

I say keep the 250, it cost nothing to not use it, but gonna run you 15-40K to replace it if the need arises
what engine? mines got the cummins in it, can sit for a month and still fires right up, long term storage isnt a problem

 

[dboyd351]

I say keep the 250, it cost nothing to not use it

Not exactly. If he sells it for 22k and puts the money in a certificate of deposit yielding 5%, he earns $1,100 per year in interest.
Not to mention any needed maintenance.

 

[Glenn50]

I agree with Zin. When you need it, you need it. Like insurance. I have high cost, hardly used equipment (not arborist related) that fills the production gap. MDS is a professional and seems to have the professional tools to complete the job professionally. Just another tool in the toolbox.

 

[dboyd351]

I agree with Zin. When you need it, you need it. Like insurance. I have high cost, hardly used equipment (not arborist related) that fills the production gap. MDS is a professional and seems to have the professional tools to complete the job professionally. Just another tool in the toolbox.

I didn't say Zin was wrong, only that it certainly isn't free

 

[ZinTrees]

I didn't say Zin was wrong, only that it certainly isn't free

the only thing that cost money after sitting is doing an oil change, fuel filters, charge the battery and maybe some hydraulic hoses, then its good for a few more years of work or sitting
MDS has the means to do all that, probably even has a full time mechanic by now
in the long run, if that chipper sits in his back field for say 2 years till the big machine breaks down or he starts another crew, itll cost maybe 5 cents a day to sit, his morning coffee cost more
just my $0.02, I wouldn't sell it, wont sell mine even if I go to a grapple truck, never know when the smaller chipper will be just the right tool

 

[tree MDS]

Yeah, you guy’s pretty much summed up why I haven’t sold it by now. Always comes down to the fact that keeping it makes more sense than selling it.

On the other hand I only have like six or seven months of payments left on my big chipper, and the big giant is next after that. If I took that 22k and put it towards Pa giant I could probably have both done next year, which would be pretty nice too, Just thinking out loud. Lots of different ways of looking at things. Thanks for the input!

 

[dboyd351]

the only thing that if that chipper sits in his back field for say 2 years till the big machine breaks down or he starts another crew, itll cost maybe 5 cents a day to sit, his morning coffee cost more

You REALLY need to get an education in economics kid. Your ignorance in that area is shining through bright and clear.

$22,000 can easily be invested at a 5% interest rate certificate of deposit (CD) right now. That equates to $1,100/year in interest.

5 cents a day over the course of a year is $18.25. Your math sucks.

Whether or not is is advisable to keep it as a backup is a decision only MDS can make, but it is a decision that is best made being fully aware of the alternative costs of doing so.

That is what I am trying to point out.

 

[ZinTrees]

You REALLY need to get an education in economics kid. Your ignorance in that area is shining through bright and clear.

$22,000 can easily be invested at a 5% interest rate certificate of deposit (CD) right now. That equates to $1,100/year in interest.

5 cents a day over the course of a year is $18.25. Your math sucks.

Whether or not is is advisable to keep it as a backup is a decision only MDS can make, but it is a decision that is best made being fully aware of the alternative costs of doing so.

That is what I am trying to point out.

what weighs more? a pound of bricks or feathers?
my math is fine when I care but explaining to you isnt something I care about one bit

 

[ZinTrees]

5 cents a day over the course of a year is $18.25. Your math sucks.

that sounds about right to do a fuel filter, which is about all you need
id know, all my equipment is old worn out **** that still cost almost nothing to run

 

[Glenn50]

5% ? That will be peanuts once the administration changes.....

 

[ZinTrees]

not to mention how ridiculously stupid it would be to trust a bank with any amount of money right now

 

[Rabid K9]

You REALLY need to get an education in economics kid. Your ignorance in that area is shining through bright and clear.

$22,000 can easily be invested at a 5% interest rate certificate of deposit (CD) right now. That equates to $1,100/year in interest.

5 cents a day over the course of a year is $18.25. Your math sucks.

Whether or not is is advisable to keep it as a backup is a decision only MDS can make, but it is a decision that is best made being fully aware of the alternative costs of doing so.

That is what I am trying to point out.

So a piece of equipment that has reached it’s depreciation plateau like that, is called in to do decent days work in the year….

Think that $1,100 would be covered nicely….

Personally would keep the capacity potential.

 

[ZinTrees]

Think that $1,100 would be covered nicely….

take it to help out a small company in town, make that $1100 in 3 hours, onto the next, and the next

 

[capetrees]

So a piece of equipment that has reached it’s depreciation plateau like that, is called in to do decent days work in the year….

Think that $1,100 would be covered nicely….

Personally would keep the capacity potential.

Exactly what I was thinking. Not having it could easily lose jobs that would equate to more than $1100/year if other equipment breaks down. Keep it, park it but use it once in a while to keep it in shape.

 

[Rabid K9]

Cooking in ‘winter’.

Stihl MS220T - greatly overhyped. Louder, in practice heavier, less power. Everything you don’t want in a climbing saw.

 

[Rabid K9]

Fun job, pushing a little to be as productive lately with guys less familiar equipment / process.

 

[mikewhite85]

Cooking in ‘winter’.

Stihl MS220T - greatly overhyped. Louder, in practice heavier, less power. Everything you don’t want in a climbing saw.

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I didn't know there was a 220t. It looks battery powered?