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@chipps1066 Күн бұрын
A kid on a 674 IH and a rotary mower in the 70's would have mowed this area and been gone in 10 minutes.Not impressed.
@snuffcityrider 11 күн бұрын
How close to the ground does it cut? Any concerns about backing over what you cut puncturing tires?
@michaelhartzell4751 16 күн бұрын
Thanks for the videos and the advice. I always learn something new from your videos.
@PhilipRuff 25 күн бұрын
Don't forget to hit the top side of the plate with a blower while cutting or before you park it in the pole building. All the tinder collecting on top, grease, spilt diesel, oils, etc. and heat from parts can cause a fire. Heard about it on some forums. Love the plate, definitely need one.
@marshallfarm5455 Ай бұрын
could i please get a copy of your agreement? that is a very smart tool to have.
@Ren-ll8tl Ай бұрын
I have the same mower brother and i love mine so far, going on year 2 👍
@MrSputz4 2 ай бұрын
Have you seen or heard of TYM 1104 ?
@wurzelle1999 3 ай бұрын
Where did you buy the INVISIBLE long pants, INVISIBLE long sleeves, INVISIBLE gloves and mask. You are spraying chemicals without protection.
@Earthmover511 3 ай бұрын
Lane shark would be great here as well but thats a nice piece of equipment!! Do you have issues with debris being slung under the tractor?
@TheDavidarlen 3 ай бұрын
Nice that you are making your own attachments.
@bande0219 4 ай бұрын
Anyone have that link to that full detailed review?
@John1911 4 ай бұрын
How many HP does that Batwing need?
@OtterCreekFarm 4 ай бұрын
5hp per foot. 12x5=60
@John1911 4 ай бұрын
@@OtterCreekFarm huh. I’ve never heard that equation before. Handy.
@michaelhartzell4751 4 ай бұрын
Nice job
@reggieknight2947 4 ай бұрын
What do you charge per acre?
@OtterCreekFarm 4 ай бұрын
I typically charge by the project. This allows me to include trip fees, loading and cleaning time, etc. I try to never average less than $100/hr with a $750 minimum, which I rarely do. It isn’t really worth the time for $750.
@mark_Hershey 6 ай бұрын
Did you get a burning smell in cab when it was new? Mine gets pretty harsh, hoping its the paint burning off, just not sure how it make it into cab.
@EronIler 6 ай бұрын
No. Nothing.
@G.I.JeffsWorkbench 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the demo. Seeing is believing. That thing is a beast. A bit pricey, but I suppose that you get what you pay for. But once - cry once, then be fully satisfied.
@G.I.JeffsWorkbench 7 ай бұрын
BUY once cry once
@OtterCreekFarm 7 ай бұрын
I bought it because of the 4" cut capacity and the price being notably less than the Brown Tree Cutter. I have been able to do jobs others have not so it has paid for itself. Keep the blades sharp and it chews things up pretty well. I don't care for the shroud design. It makes cleaning difficult and holds moisture.
@G.I.JeffsWorkbench 7 ай бұрын
Smart & essential. OEMs: pay attention. You know you’d love to add another option to your list, right? If not, looks like Ocala Tractor is getting the business.
@OtterCreekFarm 7 ай бұрын
Improvements include: 1. front lip to divert grass and debris down. Shorter in the rear to accumulate less debris where protection isn't needed. 3. Large access ports with beveled edges to direct debris past the opening or some type of opening cover 4. 1" clearance the entire length of the tractor.
@rsdna9698 7 ай бұрын
Would it be possible to get a copy of your quote calculator?
@OtterCreekFarm 7 ай бұрын
bushhoggingservices.com/free-bush-hogging-service-contract/
@jasonstewart9379 8 ай бұрын
Where did you get yoir windows tinted??
@EronIler 8 ай бұрын
maps.app.goo.gl/8SuQ6C5tstFpRFdbA?g_st=ic
@calolsen5074 8 ай бұрын
Always wear the seatbelt especially as a new operator. Things can develop very quickly. Try to track with the boom close to the cab. That will stop the digger from feeling jerky and keep the weight over the tracks. Just remember it’s not a bulldozer, would recommend spreading the material roughly with the bucket and use the blade to even things out. You can always add a counter weight to the machine. Sounds like a 5T machine night be best for you.
@EronIler 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tips I continue to improve. I wonder the same about needing a bigger machine. I have seen what others do with the same machine and think I need to be that proficient before making any big changes.
@calolsen5074 8 ай бұрын
@@EronIler Yeah you don’t want to go too big and then limit yourself with accessibility and jobs. Also the heavier the machine the more mess you tend to make, especially if the ground is wet. That can be a pain if you’re working for a client and you have to tidy up after yourself or keep the site tidy. Being proficient with the controls will definitely take a lot of the tippy feeling out of the digger too.
@RustyAcresSquare40 8 ай бұрын
What was the price after tax?
@hudsonvalleyrailandriverandair 8 ай бұрын
Headgasket
@OtterCreekFarm 8 ай бұрын
clogged radiator
@hudsonvalleyrailandriverandair 8 ай бұрын
Clean out that cooling system 5:22
@OtterCreekFarm 8 ай бұрын
A water flush from the back did it.
@michaelhartzell4751 8 ай бұрын
Great job as usual. Keep the videos coming
@JohntehGman 8 ай бұрын
How much does something like this cost?
@EronIler 8 ай бұрын
When I bought it, it was $22,000. The prices may have come down since then. $18k seems more reasonable. I have made $8500 in my he first 6 months because of it. A 60 ac job was referred to me because my competitor with a 6’ cutter knew I had it. From the two jobs I used it on, I anticipate another $8-11k in other projects from them. If the mower lasts 20 years, it is a money maker. Since it is unique to most bush hoggers, you can charge a little more or the same and get done 50% faster.
@brushhogginginthedirtysout5645 8 ай бұрын
Great video,that’s a lot of grass to be mowed. I would be there a week with my 6 foot mower. 😂 Keep those videos coming.
@EronIler 8 ай бұрын
I’m working on the video for 60 acres completed two weeks ago. Seeing that much open grass is intimidating. We cut 30 ac a day with the tractor and zero turn. The ZT “edges” around fences and obstacles which significantly speeds of the tractor work and keeps it at maximum productivity by avoiding a lot of backing.
@williamrhoades1913 8 ай бұрын
That bat wing does a great job and will definitely pay for itself quickly with those type jobs! Did you ever solve the overheating issue, as it seems that 74hp should be sufficient for that size mower?
@EronIler 8 ай бұрын
Yes. Turns out after 2-3 years of blowing the radiator I need to flush it with water from the back. Even though it has a screen I clean regularly, fine debris built up and blowing it out wasn’t good enough. Water did the trick.
@michaelhartzell4751 8 ай бұрын
Thank you. I greatly appreciate the advice and knowledge you share.
@michaelhartzell4751 9 ай бұрын
Looking forward to seeing the project
@americandreamer6669 9 ай бұрын
Semper Fi! Clayton Professional Services Oxford, MS Thank you for always inspiring and guiding!
@EronIler 9 ай бұрын
Semper Fi
@williamrhoades1913 9 ай бұрын
Great video with a couple of valuable lessons for sure! Always good to get eyes on something in the current condition before giving a price and some customers may be more hassle than they are worth.
@michaelhartzell4751 9 ай бұрын
I agree and stick to your guns. I appreciate the videos and the business advice you give.
@giii7599 9 ай бұрын
How long did it take you to get it after you ordered it?
@EronIler 9 ай бұрын
2 weeks
@michaelhartzell4751 9 ай бұрын
Its just like anything else you need seat time. Nice job and nice machine
@EronIler 9 ай бұрын
Agreed. I am surprised how much better I get by the end of the day. I look forward to being able to grade with a bucket one day. I am more into brush cutting and land clearing than skilled worked like pad building.
@michaelhartzell4751 9 ай бұрын
@@EronIler but it all comes handy in the end. A ditch bucket is a handy tool also especially when it comes to grading. Keep up the good work and look forward to more videos.
@terrysmall6337 9 ай бұрын
Update on the batwing
@EronIler 9 ай бұрын
It is a beast. I have an 18 acre job this weekend. It has enabled me to take on projects I would have otherwise turned down. I won this job because I can do it for less than the other guy with a 6’ cutter.
@tgreen2406 11 ай бұрын
Now I know why it takes a farmer so long to do things,, their all talk.....Get it done!!!!!
@davesimmons9017 11 ай бұрын
I would love to get a copy of that agreement. I am just getting started, done a ton of research and followed a ton of great videos from great guys just like you.
@EronIler 11 ай бұрын
I received your contact form from the website. I will send you a copy
@OtterCreekFarm 11 ай бұрын
I updated this blog post with a sample version in Microsoft Word. You should be able to manipulate it to make it work for you. bushhoggingservices.com/free-bush-hogging-service-contract/
@seservicesllc7646 11 ай бұрын
Hey gd job
@randywilson6869 Жыл бұрын
Why did they cut those nice pines down?. Are u sure that’s what they wanted or did they want u to cut rows in between the trees woooops lol
@HardwayRanch Жыл бұрын
I have a couple rocks about 4x that size and all my tractor can do is wiggle them.
@justin6409 Жыл бұрын
Out of curiosity how much did it cost to file the small claim? I see she had to pay $400 in court costs but that wasn't what you incurred right? Also, next time get a photocopy of their license when you make the agreement! That way you know exactly where to send the certified letter.
@EronIler Жыл бұрын
Until that incident I worked on a handshake. She had to pay the full job price plus court costs. Court fees ran about $750 if I recall. It wasn’t bad. I believe making a video before she tried to stiff me was critical for the judge to understand the situation.
@justin6409 Жыл бұрын
@@EronIler Good to know, so basically anything over $500 is probably worth pursuing, otherwise just stick to filing a lien if it's anything smaller.
@EronIler Жыл бұрын
@@justin6409 I would do a lien until I hit a few thousand because the time involved isn’t worth it. If you go to a written agreement with the terms for cancellation, you will have such an advantage that most won’t try to stiff you. If you feel it going sideways make a video of the situation while your memory and details are fresh and you can get images for the judge.
@justin6409 Жыл бұрын
@@EronIler Thank you for the advice, this will help tremendously!
@jaco7675 Жыл бұрын
Not to be paternal, but you really ought to be using a respirator, goggles, and long pants - at a minimum for PPE. Yikes.
@OtterCreekFarm 11 ай бұрын
Agreed, especially being in the pest control industry for a few years. I was less concerned because it is all organic from flowers and garlic. It smell like garlic.
@MattyDemello Жыл бұрын
I just bought a big set up and then I found out I would need a dam license in my state of Massachusetts in order to even use it with insecticides like permethrin. Sucks.
@EronIler Жыл бұрын
Look at using an organic product. Maybe that doesn’t require a license. Next, don’t sell it as a service. Do it as a friend .
@jaco7675 Жыл бұрын
Move out of that Blue state, son! haha
@MattyDemello Жыл бұрын
@Jaco yup I fully agree. It's the dam democrats who always want to raise taxes and charge for ridiculous licenses. They can never just live and let live. They think they're protecting the earth. In my opinion, that's just as bad as terrorists thinking they'll get 42 virgins in heaven if they kill people. The left makes me sick. I've lived in a blue state for way too long
@tkx7 Жыл бұрын
you should be able to do it on your own property though.. if you start applying it on other properties you may get called out
@MattyDemello Жыл бұрын
@tkx7 I should be able to start a small side business doing this. It won't be long until we need a license to cover our garden with netting. Just crazy
@gregoryc5989 Жыл бұрын
Nice video, thanks
@darthnatas953 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the video. Very nice cutter. I came close to buying this exact model at the end of last season, but got cold feet at the last minute, because I think I might should get a 15'. My tractor is a new JD 5090M, so 75PTO hp. I only mow for myself, usually just tall grass fields here at the farm, about 40 acres to mow, but I have other properties as well that I may mow in the future but rarely. Do you have any regrets at all getting a 12'? The 15' appeals to me because I could mow further up under the trees at the edge of the field without running the tractor cab through the tree limbs. Another thing is with a 15', the tractor tires would seem to line up better with the main hinges on the wings, so when mowing in a ditch, the wings might follow the ground better, as well as reaching further up the bank, but I could be totally wrong about this. My only experience mowing is with the 7' straight bushhog I have now. Do you wish you had a third valve so you would have independent control of the wings? I am thinking of adding that before I buy. It seems with independent wing control that I could hang one wing in the air if mowing on the top of a very steep bank, or raise one wing up at a 45 degree angle to mow privet or low hanging tree limbs at the edge of trails. Sorry for all the questions. Enjoy!
@EronIler Жыл бұрын
I have not used it much yet so I don’t have a well qualified reply. I will say one big consideration is moving it. Getting the rug on a trailer is something I stress over. If you won’t have to trailer it and can afford it, why not get a bigger mower. You logic all sounds reasonable for your application. I always say buy as much as you can afford. You can use less HP or mowing size if you want but you can never add more after the purchase. I have bought many smaller things only to buy a bigger one later and losing money in the trade.
@darthnatas953 Жыл бұрын
@@EronIler Thanks for the reply! The 12' really appeals to me too. Just an awesome piece of equipment.
@OtterCreekFarm 11 ай бұрын
I updated my thoughts in the comment section. Did you get one? I suspect the price and interest rates are worse now.
@darthnatas953 10 ай бұрын
Yes, I ended up getting a decent deal on a 3150. The 5090M runs it well. It will bog down just slightly when the Johnson grass is thick and 10' tall, so I wouldn't want less hp than that for such a big cutter. After running it for a few months, I see no need for a third valve to lift the wings independently. I love how it will reach up under the trees at the edge of the field without getting the tractor mirrors into the limbs. The biggest difference is the tow behind design just does a fantastic job cutting grass while turning compared to a three point hitch mounted cutter. My 7' three point hitch mounted Bushhog pushes the grass sideways when turning, and wont cut it cleanly. With sharp blades the 3150 almost looks like a finish mower cut the lawn. Great cutter. @@OtterCreekFarm
@EronIler 10 ай бұрын
@@darthnatas953 I was able to get a $3500 job because I could do it faster with the bigger cutter. Others with 6’ cutters are bidding $5k because it will take forever for them to get it done. I can see some applications for lifting the wings independently but it hasn’t stopped me yet.
@catztruck929 Жыл бұрын
Good video. Much of the content in this video was common sense but well explained. Common sense is sometimes not so common. Thanks.
@rongray4118 Жыл бұрын
Just picked up a heavy articulating blade yesterday (FORD) with hydraulics... looking forward to doing the same up on the mountain! Great Video!!
@EronIler Жыл бұрын
I hope it goes well. We are just getting into the rainey season again and the roads are a mess.
@rongray4118 Жыл бұрын
We know that one too... water=SLICK and RUTS!. I installed it yesterday (75 degrees) and ran the road to test the strength and cutting ability of the blade. Looks as though other than keeping an eye on the wear blade edge... this is going to be a game changer on snow in the winter!
@anitajones3819 Жыл бұрын
what you had to cut, was not bad but it was why she called for a bush hog, we thought that is what you do. who else should she have called?
@nicksgreenthumb Жыл бұрын
I love what you said about her not liking the price but not caring, I could agree more, I do the same thing I list my price and it’s not negotiable and I also don’t care if someone can do it cheaper. If everyone would price like this it would get rid of the lowballers. Once I stoped being scared of the customers reaction I started actually making money