Forest Master 6.5Hp Review // Wood Chipper // Is it worth it ?!?

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2024

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  • @vaper106
    @vaper106 Рік тому +7

    Thx for reviewing. Perfect for what I’m looking for. These days anything close to 2 inch is a good log so worth keeping for the stove

  • @forestmaster765
    @forestmaster765 Рік тому +1

    We massively appreciate the review👍

  • @arthurwhite8245
    @arthurwhite8245 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for doing a proper try it till it stops review. It totally validates your opinion. Good job bloke!

  • @tecmow4399
    @tecmow4399 2 роки тому +4

    Great video mate! I didn't expect such a small chipper to be able to do that at that speed! I guess the deciduous branches over 2" can just be dealt with using a chainsaw anyway. It looks really useful seeing as there's always a lack of space in the van and storage!

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      Hi mate ! Thank you very much. This little thing really packs a punch ! I honestly think its size to power ratio is unrivalled ! 😄.

  • @andrewgill8110
    @andrewgill8110 Рік тому

    Great video, very honest and informative. Was thinking of getting a chipper as I have to pay £40 a time to tip my waste. Breaking it down like that will mean I can go every month instead of every week! Pay for itself in no time.

  • @xfx09
    @xfx09 2 роки тому +2

    I bought one of these based on your review and I have to say it’s been a great investment, saved me so much time and rubbish removal. I would recommend it to anyone. Thanks for taking the time to put up the video, been a great help. Thanks
    Michael
    The Really Useful Gardening Co
    (Based in Essex)

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Michael! Thank you very much for commenting, that’s amazing to hear 😄. If it slots into your business/ your usage then it’s an absolute game changer! No problem at all, really happy I’ve been able to help 😄🌱

  • @giovannifiorentino8947
    @giovannifiorentino8947 Рік тому +1

    Very detailed video. Would be good to see how to change blades. Any test on the electric one?

  • @binmanblog
    @binmanblog 2 роки тому +1

    Very honest demonstration. - Thank you

  • @colinmiles1052
    @colinmiles1052 Рік тому

    Great video - thanks. I bought one of these but the mulcher version. The chips are really fine, perfect for composting. Great little machine for the money. You just have to have realistic expectations.

  • @karlitobergkamp8082
    @karlitobergkamp8082 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant for what I’d be looking to chip when I finally get going in March and the size of it would happily sit in the van. Thanks for the review Jay 👍🏻

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      Not a problem at all Karlito ! Thank you for your kind words 💪🏽. Yes the size is definitely a huge pro ! It would even get in a combi van no problem at all 😄🌱

  • @alunenutz6480
    @alunenutz6480 12 днів тому

    THANKS! This is what I want!

  • @rickywatkins9424
    @rickywatkins9424 3 роки тому

    Good review Sam, For the all round benefits Price, weight, size of unit thumbs up and suits residential properties that my friend is the perfect machine.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Ricky, thank you very much for tuning in 😄🌱.
      Yes I think you have hit the nail on the head ! For what it’s made for its perfect 💪🏽. Plus the ease of getting the machine out and about it’s brilliant 😄

  • @davidpaget3189
    @davidpaget3189 11 місяців тому

    have one ot these & is very handy to lift in & out of vehicle, the Larger one I have as well but is too heavy to lift & too high to fit in without removing shutes

  • @joshuabush2569
    @joshuabush2569 Рік тому

    What a coincidence... I started looking at cheap chippers and you had a UA-cam a review on it 😄👍🏻 you probably think I'm commenting on all of your videos haha... That does weigh about half of my LAWNFLITE PRO 21" mower... I've got to say I'm really impressed! Looks compact and super convenient!

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  Рік тому +1

      I’m glad I’ve got some of the right videos out there !😂 it’s great for the small stuff that’s for sure - super handy being so lightweight!

    • @joshuabush2569
      @joshuabush2569 Рік тому

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance I think I'll probably pull the trigger on it 👍🏻 looks like a capable little machine. I've always found the garden waste from jobs is the most annoying part !

    • @joshuabush2569
      @joshuabush2569 Рік тому

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance thought I would reply as I finally got mine... Well impressed! It chews through pretty much anything including the green stuff within its limits.. great buy 👍🏻

  • @SteveFilby
    @SteveFilby 28 днів тому

    Good video. How long have you had the chipper, is it reliable. Cheers

  • @andrewthomas2406
    @andrewthomas2406 2 роки тому

    Ive had a few chippers over the years,got this one last year,and its the best chipper ive ever owned.brilliant bit of kit.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      It is brilliant; sometimes I ask a bit too much of it, but it has taken everything 2” or under one way or another 😄🌱

    • @brub5174
      @brub5174 2 роки тому

      Thanks, gonna order one this evening

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      @@brub5174 it is brilliant, especially within its capability, just can’t have anything too wide go through, so a bit of fiddling with the branches, other than that it does a great job!

    • @brub5174
      @brub5174 2 роки тому

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance hehe it should be, cuz i ordered mine already. Looking forward to using this. Have been searching for a decent model like this for quite some time

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      @@brub5174 it’s a proper little pocket rocket that’s for sure 😄🌱

  • @andrewthomas2406
    @andrewthomas2406 2 роки тому

    Ive actually bought a door handle from a well known DIY shop and bolted it to the hopper ,so it can be moved along with one hand

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      100% thought of doing something similar !😂 i dropped it the other week - ripped straight down my shin! Handle is 100% needed 💪🏽

  • @thegeordiefellwalker8878
    @thegeordiefellwalker8878 3 роки тому

    not a bad little chipper . very portable & efficient with the smaller stuff 👍🌲 see their based in Newcastle 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      Yeah I never knew that myself till I bought from them ! It really is fantastic for its size, May need a 4” one day, but not just yet 😄

  • @RJLgardens
    @RJLgardens 3 роки тому

    Nice review mate. I pulled the trigger on 1 over the wknd 😃, got it 4 a great price in the sales. Im looking forward to putting it through its paces. 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +1

      Nice mate ! Definitely worth it for sure, especially at that price !💪🏽 I think mine was around £420 but with, shipping to the highland, pre-assembled & oil my order was around £570 all in, great little machine, you’ll love it🌱

  • @paul9530
    @paul9530 3 роки тому

    Hi Sam yes nice size chipper and easy to move about as it’s a 2 “ chipper it take 1” stuff very easy just wondering if it get blocked is it easy to free blockage etc be great if you could maybe show that in the next clip love you podcast and video great help with any size Business keep up the great work Sam 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much paul!😄
      From what I have seen it hasn’t gotten blocked at all chipping hard stuff, it got blocked once on another job but it wasn’t really wood I was putting through it it was just soft greens, and even then I didn’t haven’t to remove anything, I was able to just clear the chutes 💪🏽

  • @anthonygebala1198
    @anthonygebala1198 2 роки тому

    I had a 13 hp chipper but found it too big for my needs. I’m thinking of getting one of these good review 👍

  • @mingueyox
    @mingueyox Рік тому +1

    Great Vid.
    I have been thinking of getting one but I am unsure between the electric and the petrol version.
    Has anyone experienced with the FM4DDE, the electric version? They say you can only use a maximum of 10m extension cord. I would need my 50m extension cord would it still work?
    Also, it's a 4HP electric motor against a 6HP petrol engine but the same 50mm diam max size. Does that make sense?

  • @steva30
    @steva30 2 роки тому

    that lil guy is a MONSTER... cheers

  • @TheCountryCottageGardener
    @TheCountryCottageGardener 3 роки тому

    For the target market and price point it does a good job. Nice rounded review pal 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks very much Chris !
      Exactly that. For what it is made for it does very well, thanks for tuning in mate 😄. Your bramble video made me chuckle mate 😂 hope you have a great winter 💪🏽

    • @TheCountryCottageGardener
      @TheCountryCottageGardener 3 роки тому +1

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance think I should do a grumpy video more often 🤣
      Got enough booked in for the winter to keep me going. Looking forward to a bit of a rest tbh.
      Keep lucky pal 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +1

      @@TheCountryCottageGardener 😂 your showing that you still have to plod on even on a bad day mate - very relatable !
      Good man! Yeah definitely, I’m going to take 2 weeks over Christmas 😴, visit family etc - well needed ! Take care mate 💪🏽

  • @S1m0nV6
    @S1m0nV6 2 роки тому

    Brilliant video. Been thinking of getting one

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      It’s a great little machine for sure! Has its limits but if you are chipping into the range it suggests you’ll love it!

  • @tonybooth8197
    @tonybooth8197 Рік тому

    I got mine and used on a big Solanum. After a couple of long branches with the green leaf on the end it started to stop throwing it out of the shoot and collect on the cutting blade area. I had to keep talking the shoots off to clean out the debris. Start again and with 2 branches it was clogged again. I am not sure why it doesnt want to push out the chippings but very disappointed with it

  • @kennethtalbott2233
    @kennethtalbott2233 2 роки тому

    for the money it looks like you can't go wrong. nice machine.

  • @davidmurphy1653
    @davidmurphy1653 День тому

    How well does it do with bramble shoots

  • @HoopersGardenMaintenance
    @HoopersGardenMaintenance 2 роки тому

    Cracking little machine for what it’s designed for👍🏼
    Great review too👌🏼

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      Thank you very much pal! Exactly that it is fantastic, I do wish I had a 4” also though with a bigger chute for when the reduction jobs come through… maybe both in time!

  • @Jordan.E
    @Jordan.E 3 роки тому

    Great review, I have been looking at these small chippers for a while, seems better than the old earthquake shredder I've currently got!

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      They are brilliant Jordan, as long as your not needing to chip anything too thick then this seems brilliant !
      Looking forward to getting it stuck into plenty of jobs !💪🏽

  • @yorkshirehumbergroundsmain9536
    @yorkshirehumbergroundsmain9536 3 роки тому

    Great review
    Been looking forward to you putting this up.
    I think it’s ideal for the size what it’s designed for !

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks very much mate ! Exactly that 💪🏽. For what it’s made for it does very well, we all just try to squeeze that little bit extra out of our machines sometimes 😂.
      Glad you enjoyed the vid💪🏽🌱

    • @yorkshirehumbergroundsmain9536
      @yorkshirehumbergroundsmain9536 3 роки тому

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance we are all definitely guilty of pushing our machines …….. glad you showed us though but like you say with the buddleia they are perfect , trimming hedges etc.
      I know it might be a bit time consuming but I’ve realised how much waste these hedges brings 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      @@yorkshirehumbergroundsmain9536 yeah exactly that ! And that’s why I didn’t cut the parts out of me trying thicker stuff, I know if I’m thinking it then so are others 😂.
      Always good to do an honest review and to show off the equipment for new potential buyers, that way it’s plain in front of you incase anyone wants to buy it 💪🏽

  • @Ray_ray11
    @Ray_ray11 3 роки тому

    That's a great machine Jay. Made short work of smaller lot. What engine is on the chipper?. I think there was one being used on UA-cam last week. Was your bum squeaking putting the bigger stuff in. Watch your fingers. Stay safe and keep warm. 👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      Hi Ray, thank you! The engine is a LCT MAXX series 6.5hp engine, it’s an American make I believe but it runs like a charm !
      😂😂 I was trying to not have the engine cut out on me ! Definitely meant for the sub 2” but that is as it’s described, for what it is, I think it’s brilliant 😄🌱. Thank you Ray, that’s always the real challenge !

  • @c4cqi
    @c4cqi 2 роки тому

    Many thanks for the review, Jay. How does it do on things like wisteria whips please? My chipper tends to tear at them and not cut them up into small sections. How would this handle them? Also, would it handle putting through previously composted material that needs chopping up smaller, or would this clog it up? Many thanks for your help! Regards, Tony.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      Hi Tony! Thank you for commenting, I haven’t put any through to be honest although I did notice that it does strip Buddleja up sometimes, most I would say it Chips, but it may possibly happen with Wisteria.
      No I don’t think it would. It deals with fresh leaves fine though. If you check their website they also have a shredder/ chipper, slightly more expensive but I believe that would do the job better 💪🏽

  • @frankholehouse1393
    @frankholehouse1393 2 роки тому

    Brilliant review

  • @patrickh4540
    @patrickh4540 Рік тому

    It is also available as an electric version. Would be interesting if that is equally strong/good.

    • @user-zu6qn9ux9n
      @user-zu6qn9ux9n 10 місяців тому

      I have the electric version. Seems to have the same cons. But I’m impressed with it.

  • @pablo9364
    @pablo9364 Рік тому

    This looks so cool

  • @GavCritchley
    @GavCritchley 2 місяці тому

    Useful video

  • @AndyC-kr1sb
    @AndyC-kr1sb 2 роки тому

    Great review! What is it like with general hedge trimmings? Ie. Laurel trimmings etc? Looks like a handy piece of kit

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      Hi mate ! I haven’t actually put Laurel through it, as long as it has something to bite onto it’s absolutely fine, so far I have had beech, conifer and privet through no problem, just sometimes you need a probing stick as it is only a small chute 🌱

  • @mattseymour8637
    @mattseymour8637 Рік тому

    Im thinking of getting one of these for pruning jobs for my gardening business. Wanting something can lift into the van but powerful.
    Would you recommend it for that and do you get problems with leafy stuff and clogging?

  • @jackw9920
    @jackw9920 2 роки тому

    Best chipper on the market for the price point, it will take 2inch very soft wood (willow) ok. I keep anything 2 inch plus for firewood so have no intention of chipping those.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      My thoughts exactly Jack😄.
      Yeah it’s a good way to go that’s for sure, purely demo purposes that bigger stuff, I am impressed by the machine though - brilliant buy😄

  • @neilmoye588
    @neilmoye588 2 роки тому

    Looks good for small stuff

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      Definitely, I have their 4” chipper which I’m going to review very soon👍🏼🌱

  • @krs24976
    @krs24976 2 роки тому

    Great review mate 👍🏻

  • @TheGreyGardener1990
    @TheGreyGardener1990 Рік тому

    Hi mate, just come accross your channel. I've got my eye on this chipper. The size and weight is particularly favourable. Can I ask how long you've had it now and is it still OK? New subscriber as well pal 👍👍

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  Рік тому

      Hi bud! The chipper is brilliant for what it is but definitely has its limitations, I found the worse stuff is the ones that are oddly shaped, anything with too much of a king or Y stem then they can be difficult.
      Great buy but it’s easy to think oh I could do with something bigger!😂

  • @happyfeet231259
    @happyfeet231259 2 роки тому +1

    very compact , but very powerfull just what i need

  • @stuartkevan6099
    @stuartkevan6099 2 роки тому

    Great informative video. What's it like for reliability?

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      Stuart it hasn’t let me down yet! Great little machine, chews through everything it’s suppose to😄

  • @billmorley4134
    @billmorley4134 2 роки тому

    Just ordered one of these

  • @acreslawncare
    @acreslawncare 2 роки тому

    Hi jay awesome video, I have been putting off getting one of these for a while . But I think it’s time haha, keep up the good work, do you know if they do a size up that could handle the bigger stuff, or do you think this is enough

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      I believe they do a 3” model, but it’s a completely different design 😄 it really depends on what your doing, this one handles a lot ! But definitely has its limitations, more with the chute size than its power, scraggly growth is an issue, because of it’s possible width, I have since put 3m apple tree branches in and it takes it no problem, really just depends on its usage 😄 definitely still glad I own it ! Came in useful this winter 🌱💪🏽.
      If space and movability isn’t an issue then I would of possibly went for a 3” bigger chute model👍🏼

  • @andyelliott8455
    @andyelliott8455 Рік тому

    I've been thinking about buying one of these, but I'd like to know if it could project the chips into the back of a van.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  Рік тому

      Absolutely, the chute hinges for change of direction/ trajectory.
      Bare in mind though it is only 2.5” do it does have its limitations. Great machine though for small prunings

  • @fabrizioortelli4126
    @fabrizioortelli4126 Рік тому +1

    Come va con fogliame ?

  • @mtth9328
    @mtth9328 2 роки тому

    hey just stumbled accross your channel, great stuff to hear about keep it up. What's your feelings about this shredder after some months? still feeling good bout it? cheers mate .

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому +1

      Hi mate! Yes it’s a great machine, I have definitely found it’s limits though! As long as it is small stuff under 2” then you’ll love this machine ! Really lightweight but strong💪🏽

  • @Ray_ray11
    @Ray_ray11 3 роки тому

    Are you using this new E10 petrol in your machines?. I use E5 plus briggs and stratton fuel fit.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      No mate I’m just using the supreme unleaded (E5) I don’t mind paying the extra few pennies for it😄

  • @widyaarfandi7536
    @widyaarfandi7536 Рік тому

    what is the wheel size in inches?

  • @tgsgardenmaintenance4627
    @tgsgardenmaintenance4627 Рік тому

    To be fair, anything over 2 inches, my clients want it for their log burners or firepit! Recently bought a Milwaukee M12 Hatchet, which makes cutting them up a breeze!

  • @jefffleet5724
    @jefffleet5724 3 роки тому

    Great job!!

  • @BillyBob-ud6no
    @BillyBob-ud6no Рік тому

    Every few branches the chute plugs up

  • @wulbert2001
    @wulbert2001 2 роки тому

    Bought one hope it's ok

  • @zarrow50
    @zarrow50 2 роки тому

    How long before the baldes blunt?

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      Hi Clive - currently unsure ! This is my initial use after 2 weeks or so, I’ll try post a follow up in a year or so with how I have found it 👍🏼🌱

    • @zarrow50
      @zarrow50 2 роки тому

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance Cheers, my Bosch ones blunt fairly quickly, then I get them sharpened for a tenner

  • @wulbert2001
    @wulbert2001 2 роки тому

    It takes palm leaves also conifers easy..can't fault it

  • @krs24976
    @krs24976 2 роки тому

    And know purchased 😂 thanks.

  • @rtreborg8472
    @rtreborg8472 2 роки тому

    The problem with the Forest Master chippers is that they can only cope with 'green' wood, ie that has been cut within the last few days. After that the chipper tries to chip the wood into dust and blocks up in no time flat.
    Fastenings are not a single component but washer, split washer and nut - not ideal when you are out in the field - take a sheet to put it on so you don't loose anything.
    Some other chippers of similar power don't have this issue suggesting a design issue with the Forest Master chipper - so preferably look elsewhere if the wood to chip is more than a few days old!!.

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your feedback ! I’ve never had an issue with losing any washers/nuts but something definitely to be aware of!

  • @tankieboy2
    @tankieboy2 3 роки тому +1

    Typical Squaddie, seeing what he can get away with! There goes the neighbours trees!

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому

      Haha you know it paul!😂 is there any other way to really be ?😏. I’ve genuinely offered to chip a lot of stuff for people lately - just a joy to use 💪🏽🌱

    • @tankieboy2
      @tankieboy2 3 роки тому

      @@JayRockGroundsMaintenance hahaha, fair one

  • @billyhookham
    @billyhookham 7 місяців тому

    hasa c13 is way better

    • @mistyboat
      @mistyboat 3 місяці тому

      Why would you even mention a Hansa in comparison
      Hansa C13 €7000
      Forest Master €700

  • @kevinogrady9446
    @kevinogrady9446 3 роки тому

    Some machine !! I can’t get it posted to Ireland 🥲

    • @JayRockGroundsMaintenance
      @JayRockGroundsMaintenance  3 роки тому +2

      Oh really !? Have you tried getting in touch directly ? They may post for an additional fee ? If not then if you could get a normal courier to get it across I would happily be the middle man for you pal 👍🏼

  • @hotvideo1890
    @hotvideo1890 2 роки тому

    When putting fuel in is it mixed with fuel or is oil and petrol separate tanks?