Woodsman Chippers

shaggs · 22nd November 2007, 11:08 AM

Hello all,
Has anyone had experience with Woodsman Chippers regarding capability to others, reliability, problems???
Cheers

Red Roo · 17th July 2008, 01:45 AM

Thought I would post this in case there was any confusion over the current status of Woodsman in Australia.

brendonv · 20th July 2008, 01:12 PM

I've got their small build 12" model. I love this machine. In the past I have used a Bandit 250 regularly, although that model can take bigger wood, the Woodsman's infeed system puts the Bandit's to shame. The Bandit would require regular cutting of crotches for the branch to feed. The Woodsman sucks and crushes the crotches in like nothing. It's very simple, and easy to operate. Mines lightweight at only 4500lbs, makes moving it around with a mini skidsteer a breeze, I put the chipper anywhere I want it. It's powdercoat finish is holding up great. It's powered by a John Deere engine, although you can get others-John Deere has great customer service.

Can't say enough good things about mine.

JohN Dee · 23rd July 2008, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brendonv

I've got their small build 12" model. I love this machine. In the past I have used a Bandit 250 regularly, although that model can take bigger wood, the Woodsman's infeed system puts the Bandit's to shame. The Bandit would require regular cutting of crotches for the branch to feed. The Woodsman sucks and crushes the crotches in like nothing. It's very simple, and easy to operate. Mines lightweight at only 4500lbs, makes moving it around with a mini skidsteer a breeze, I put the chipper anywhere I want it. It's powdercoat finish is holding up great. It's powered by a John Deere engine, although you can get others-John Deere has great customer service.

Can't say enough good things about mine.

Nice looking chipper you got there mate! What did that set you back?

brendonv · 24th July 2008, 06:58 AM

$24k.

Eric Frei · 25th July 2008, 09:38 PM

Bugger me!

That's a deal and a steal, $24K for such a nice unit.

KISS principal in chippers is great, that looks like a logical hard working design.

JohN Dee · 25th July 2008, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brendonv

$24k.

Holy crap.

Eric Frei · 25th July 2008, 10:14 PM

Pssst, aint it funny how with the Aussie dollar at such strength in exchange the prices here have gone up!

Red Roo · 12th September 2008, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekka

Pssst, aint it funny how with the Aussie dollar at such strength in exchange the prices here have gone up!

Amazing - when Ekka posted this - the Aussie was near parity with the US$ - in less than 2 months the Aussie is at its lowest in a year...

Roller · 25th September 2008, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Roo

Amazing - when Ekka posted this - the Aussie was near parity with the US$ - in less than 2 months the Aussie is at its lowest in a year...

Hi Red Roo, I just spent a week in the company of Bob from Woodsman, I think he enjoyed our British hospitality...

Eric Frei · 25th September 2008, 11:15 PM

83.77 today, still not too bad.

Remember when it was 0.48 just before 2000 Olympics.

Read this, how wrong so called experts can be!

I think the Americans have learned a lot from trusting banks and corporations.

Source: Australian Dollar Reaching its Peak | Forex Trading

Quote:

Australian Dollar Reaching its Peak

Westpac has announced that Australian dollar shall reach its peak early next year.

Submitted by ForexTradingHQ on Wed, 07/05/2008 - 1:24pm.

In Australian Dollar | Market Reactions

Westpac has announced that Australian dollar shall reach its peak early next year. It has become the first bank to announce that the exchange rate for the Australian dollar vs. the US dollar shall reach 1.01 by early 2009.

Just as well I didn't listen to them and bought all my chainsaws at the peak a couple months ago ... but I'm just a dumb tree man.

Red Roo · 23rd October 2008, 09:53 PM

With a decline of over 30% in the Aussie vs the Greenback in the last 13 weeks, get set for price increases....

newguy18 · 24th October 2008, 01:14 AM

Man that sucks that your dollar value dropped like that.I'm still in shock to see gas for 2.84 a gallon.

Red Roo · 24th October 2008, 11:20 AM

Here it is in visual format

MurphyBrothers · 19th January 2009, 03:00 AM

I have a 2006 Woodsman 15X with a 140hp John Deere and a winch. We love this machine. You can't beat the Woodsman infeed system. The machine has 2 hydraulic rotors on the single infeed wheel and it is extremely strong. We very rarely have to make relief cuts to get trees though machine. This machines love to eat and eat. The down pressure helps push everything through. This 15 inch machine is more like a small 18 inch machine. I have alot of experience with Bandit, Vermeer, and Morbark and they have nice machines that chip well but Woodsman products blow them away.... We have just hit the 1600 hour mark and have had no big issues with this machine. We have had to reweld a few spots but not a big deal. The only problem we have is that our fuel tank has a hairline stress crack where the baffle is positioned in the tank. The tank sweats out fuel and only is noticed when the machine gets dirty. We have not yet replaced the tank because of the $1000.00+ price tag---ouch So, if your in the market for a new machine I suggest to demo a Woodsman....

Red Roo · 3rd August 2009, 01:16 PM

Hi MurphyBrothers,

A belated welcome to Treeworld!

On some tanks early on, Woodsman did have an issue with the baffle as you describe.

This has since been rectified and the tanks are now individual and bolted together.

How many hours on your 15X now?

MurphyBrothers · 4th August 2009, 11:23 AM

Hey Red Roo,
Our 15x has 2100 hours on it now and is still in great shape and working hard everyday. Our fuel and hydraulic tanks are the bolted together type. We are about to order the new tanks so that we do not have a big problem on our hands if we had a failure doubtful but nevertheless, the leaks attract dust and they look crappy. We love our Woodsmans and would not use any other machine at this time... Thanks for the reply, Linus Murphy

Carawhipple · 7th January 2010, 02:36 AM

Hello Linus,

Wanted to try to catch up with you. I know you have talked
to Serco as well as Shawn Grant of West Mount Inc.
on A serco 4500 Tree Service loader we now have one instock.
Are you still interested?

Regards,
Cara
WEST MOUNT INC>

MurphyBrothers · 7th January 2010, 11:42 AM

Hello Cara,

Yes, I have talked to you guys several times about the Serco 4500 but that purchase has been put on hold for the time being. We are in the process of purchasing a new crane and can't afford both machines this year but please keep me on your inventory email list. Thanks Linus

Carawhipple · 8th January 2010, 01:29 AM

I see no problem Linus. I will keep your information
and maybe in the further we will be doing business.

Best Regards,
Cara

22nd November 2007, 11:08 AM	#1
shaggs Mature tree Join Date: May 2007 Location: sydney Posts: 422	Woodsman Chippers Hello all, Has anyone had experience with Woodsman Chippers regarding capability to others, reliability, problems??? Cheers

20th July 2008, 01:12 PM	#3
brendonv Sappling Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CT Posts: 16	Re: Woodsman Chippers I've got their small build 12" model. I love this machine. In the past I have used a Bandit 250 regularly, although that model can take bigger wood, the Woodsman's infeed system puts the Bandit's to shame. The Bandit would require regular cutting of crotches for the branch to feed. The Woodsman sucks and crushes the crotches in like nothing. It's very simple, and easy to operate. Mines lightweight at only 4500lbs, makes moving it around with a mini skidsteer a breeze, I put the chipper anywhere I want it. It's powdercoat finish is holding up great. It's powered by a John Deere engine, although you can get others-John Deere has great customer service. Can't say enough good things about mine. Attached Thumbnails

24th July 2008, 06:58 AM	#5
brendonv Sappling Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CT Posts: 16	Re: Woodsman Chippers $24k.

25th July 2008, 09:38 PM	#6
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	Re: Woodsman Chippers Bugger me! That's a deal and a steal, $24K for such a nice unit. KISS principal in chippers is great, that looks like a logical hard working design. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

25th July 2008, 10:14 PM	#8
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	Re: Woodsman Chippers Pssst, aint it funny how with the Aussie dollar at such strength in exchange the prices here have gone up! __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

23rd October 2008, 09:53 PM	#12
Red Roo Sappling Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Brisbane Posts: 45	A$ Plunge With a decline of over 30% in the Aussie vs the Greenback in the last 13 weeks, get set for price increases.... __________________ Tree and Landscape Equipment Australia by Red Roo Commercial Wood Chippers \| Stump Grinders \| GRCS Our Thread At Treeworld \| Our Videos At Treeworld

24th October 2008, 01:14 AM	#13
newguy18 Part of the Furniture Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: orlando,fl Posts: 4,977	Re: Woodsman Chippers Man that sucks that your dollar value dropped like that.I'm still in shock to see gas for 2.84 a gallon. __________________ Have your say join us today. old schooler

24th October 2008, 11:20 AM	#14
Red Roo Sappling Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Brisbane Posts: 45	A$ Plunge MkII Here it is in visual format Attached Thumbnails __________________ Tree and Landscape Equipment Australia by Red Roo Commercial Wood Chippers \| Stump Grinders \| GRCS Our Thread At Treeworld \| Our Videos At Treeworld

19th January 2009, 03:00 AM	#15
MurphyBrothers I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 3	Re: Woodsman Chippers I have a 2006 Woodsman 15X with a 140hp John Deere and a winch. We love this machine. You can't beat the Woodsman infeed system. The machine has 2 hydraulic rotors on the single infeed wheel and it is extremely strong. We very rarely have to make relief cuts to get trees though machine. This machines love to eat and eat. The down pressure helps push everything through. This 15 inch machine is more like a small 18 inch machine. I have alot of experience with Bandit, Vermeer, and Morbark and they have nice machines that chip well but Woodsman products blow them away.... We have just hit the 1600 hour mark and have had no big issues with this machine. We have had to reweld a few spots but not a big deal. The only problem we have is that our fuel tank has a hairline stress crack where the baffle is positioned in the tank. The tank sweats out fuel and only is noticed when the machine gets dirty. We have not yet replaced the tank because of the $1000.00+ price tag---ouch So, if your in the market for a new machine I suggest to demo a Woodsman.... Attached Thumbnails

3rd August 2009, 01:16 PM	#16
Red Roo Sappling Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Brisbane Posts: 45	Re: Woodsman Chippers Hi MurphyBrothers, A belated welcome to Treeworld! On some tanks early on, Woodsman did have an issue with the baffle as you describe. This has since been rectified and the tanks are now individual and bolted together. How many hours on your 15X now? __________________ Tree and Landscape Equipment Australia by Red Roo Commercial Wood Chippers \| Stump Grinders \| GRCS Our Thread At Treeworld \| Our Videos At Treeworld

4th August 2009, 11:23 AM	#17
MurphyBrothers I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 3	Re: Woodsman Chippers Hey Red Roo, Our 15x has 2100 hours on it now and is still in great shape and working hard everyday. Our fuel and hydraulic tanks are the bolted together type. We are about to order the new tanks so that we do not have a big problem on our hands if we had a failure doubtful but nevertheless, the leaks attract dust and they look crappy. We love our Woodsmans and would not use any other machine at this time... Thanks for the reply, Linus Murphy

7th January 2010, 02:36 AM	#18
Carawhipple I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: maine Posts: 2	Re: Woodsman Chippers Hello Linus, Wanted to try to catch up with you. I know you have talked to Serco as well as Shawn Grant of West Mount Inc. on A serco 4500 Tree Service loader we now have one instock. Are you still interested? Regards, Cara WEST MOUNT INC>

7th January 2010, 11:42 AM	#19
MurphyBrothers I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 3	Re: Woodsman Chippers Hello Cara, Yes, I have talked to you guys several times about the Serco 4500 but that purchase has been put on hold for the time being. We are in the process of purchasing a new crane and can't afford both machines this year but please keep me on your inventory email list. Thanks Linus

8th January 2010, 01:29 AM	#20
Carawhipple I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: maine Posts: 2	Re: Woodsman Chippers I see no problem Linus. I will keep your information and maybe in the further we will be doing business. Best Regards, Cara

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