I'm a pretty handy guy, but I'm probably going to need a hand with my machine. The hydraulics seem very weak. I picked up a Rayco rg 1625 in September. I live in Wisconsin and its been very cold this winter. And unfortunately I don't have a garage. So I'm planning on using my tax return to get it up to par. I'm following you for advice. I worked in the tree service industry for 13 or so years. Now I'm trying to start my own thing. My old boss was a cheapskate. But I learned a lot about this business. I still cut and sell firewood on the side for extra cash but I'm hoping to get grinding jobs slowly this summer and build up over time so I don't have to work for anyone else.

I have my eye on a Vermeer, the dealer is about 30minute away

I must say that I had to go in this business for years ago. It's something I definitely loved to do. Always repair my car, as long as it aren’t computer problems, and can weld everything you want. If I was your neighbor you would never had such problems because You would know that I could fix them. You could come over and say "Hi, I have a problem with this machine" and in a matter of hours or days it would be fixed. Now I'm 69 and living in the Netherlands. Over here they have stumps too you know? It’s never too late to start a business in this field. Thanks for this movie. Easy fixings for me. 😂

A heavy duty door hinge usually safices for a fix, also instead of nuts I use nut plates which requires rivets versus welding. Good stuff!!!! Dirt will reak haveck on the inside.

Thanks for the help on the 252

As I just rebuilt one of these in the beginning of COVID, put a new 27 hp, all new bushings, new main pins and it works great, thinking of sand blasting and paint since seeing 15 y/o ones for 15k$. I replaced the top triple belt pulley on mine and made a huge difference. If the splines are even with the outside it's too worn.

Lots of good info. Love the positive message.

Mr. Adam, thanks so much, this is so helpful. I'm looking for a solid used 252 in my budget now, with the help of a more experienced buddy. You're vids have been helpful & motivating!

I watch for stress fractures at weld joints too. There are often a few spots missing weld nuts here and there on older machines. I recently purchased a spot welder to help reinstall some of the missing weld nuts,. Thanks Adam.

Thanks again for the absolutely awesome helpful video... as you know I am just starting out stump grinding and there is no way I would have been able to figure out how, what and why to fix that... I really appreciate all your helpful hints and wisdom and understanding just how very important your videos really are to new guys like me... Thanks again and have a great day...

Godfather I love it thankyou! I'm almost there,I just took a test for an 'in-house' gig and did great so everything is falling in place because I'm going to get that grinder(SG40 probably) and I've also been looking into bucket trucks for trimming but then I think I should look into a chipper lol but good bless Adam I appreciate and am grateful for you! 🇺🇸😗

Tim from Australia Great video very helpful thank you Sir.

Great Videos Adam! would like to see one on dealing with underground utilities and risk of hitting them when doing jobs! I see a lot of ppl asking about this on the pages as well. If you could shed some knowledge on that subject I think it would help a lot of people out, me included.

Well said you’re the type of guys did I pay close attention to and ask questions.And being able to repair your own machines means everything I have a 252 with a brand new engine under warranty Without operator presence in a four tire hydraulic steering on a 25 with yellow jacket and was advised by one of the originals.Big go is not always better working on getting my second machine which will be a tow behind 752.

Great advice 👍 I jave a sc292 and I bought it used I've been lucky it has been a great machine I use green teeth and pockets keep grinding

Great video Adam 👍 i have the same problem with mine. One handed you need a tripod !

Adam, informative video for sure. I had the same issue w/my 252 and had to reeled it to make it right. Keep’m coming brother. Fran

Such a great informative video. I have a question my friend? I'm going next week to purchase a baretto sg30 stump grinder. Reason I'm leaning towards that type and model. Is maneuverability. Will fit between 36in chainlink fence door. It has new tracks. Had several different cutter heads and sets of teeth. He's kept it clean and serviced. I believe it's a 2014. Vanguard 30hp engine efi. It has 1300 hours on it. Is that alot of hours? I truly don't know. He put a atv blade and atv winch on rear to lower and push shavings. Tastefully done. I value your opinion. The Baretto is hydrolic driven cutter head unlike belt driven. He explained that was big reason he went Baretto vs Veneer, Toro or Bandit. Belts slip and can burn. Hydrolic just stops. He said the baretto is built stronger and engine is in center of unit. Easy to service. He's asking 14.000 for it. Their 26.000 new. What's your take on the Baretto and the hours? Thanks for your time

Hey brother. Def no need to order the pulleys/sheaves from Vermeer unless want too. I found NOS ones on fleebay for next to nothing. I forget the brand but the were not Vermeer and they have done me just fine, a few years old already. I think the numbers in the Vermeer book cross pretty easy, or they were on the sheaves, or something, it was easy to figure out.

Great video good to know 👍

Solid tips! I am looking to start grinding and hopefully can join the Stump Mafia 💪🏽

Do you usually buy used or new equipment?

How many grease zerks on the sc 252, how often do you grease them? Thanks!