For a smaller unit (8,900 pounds) the TL8 can do a lot of work. The mulcher head were using weights 2150lbs and we can lift it at full height without tilting.
Hey curious why you went with a disk mulcher head vs a drum... Do you have to balance those disks like a drum? and are they as effective or productive?? I'm sure they're significantly cheaper...
I have a video called 100 hour review, it better explains. Disc mulchers are 10-20% faster than a drum style, they are cheaper as well. Keep in mind they are not cheaper because of effectiveness, just cheaper to manufacture. One main bearing vs two, direct drive vs pulleys and belts and gear boxes. All of a few reasons they are cheaper. However the difference between mulch is the big difference, in my opinion disc are far better at clearing land but not as fine of a mulch that a drum can produce. Drum style produces a way better mulch. I do not go after jobs that the customer is looking for bags of Home Depot style mulch. You get larger pieces from a disc. Thanks Ty
High flow, 33 GPM. My TL8 is fully loaded, I can dial in the hydraulic but I will tell you DO NOT get into mulching without high flow. You would waste your money. Yes I can run 20 GPM in this disc mulcher but better not go into anything over 3” diameter, it will stall. On high flow I have cut over 15” trees and grinder stumps over 30”s diameter. If you are going into this business full time get a minimum of 100hp such as a TL12. This is a side business for me and I only do maybe 2-3 jobs a month for customers to my Maine business the machine shop. However, yes you can run a small business with a 75hp unit but just stay under 2 acres a day to be say. FYI my unit has never ran hot at all.
@@easttexasengineering3489 Thanks for that. Im buying an ASV120 Forestry... My local dealer is a Takeuchi dealer as well. I want the posi track tho since I'll be in the forest a lot. Thx for that!
Both are the best units for mulching, asv using the best American Diesel engine and Takeuchi using the best Japanese Diesel engine. Keep the customers happy and you will thrive. Keep in touch
@East Texas Engineering. I’m looking for a mulcher or cutter that will tackle the extensive amount of yaupons (1-3”) on my property. Also want something that will take down some larger trees so i can clear my fence line as i have 60-70 years of growth on my property. My skid runs 24GPM, what attachment would you recommend from what Rut MFG offers? Appreciate in advance for any advice.
Jon, The Takeuchi dealer here in Tyler, Tx is amazing. They let me use all 3 units for 24hrs. I ran the TL8, TL10, and TL12. The TL12 is a beast but was more machine than I plan on using as well it is a very HEAVY piece of equipment (decision was not because of cost). IN comparing to the TL8 vs the TL10, I would not pay the $7K difference for the TL10. Here is why. Engine and Hydraulic system is identical, The TL10 is a lot heavier with the same power train (keep that in mind). The only benefit you are gaining is Lift capacity. The TL8 can be towed with most 1500 pick up trucks and the TL10 cant so resale will be better. If you are after lifting capacity go with the TL10, if you are mowing, moving dirt, attachments go with the TL8. I hope this helps brother...
@@easttexasengineering3489 Thanks for the advice! I’m still mulling over the decision. And I’ll keep you posted. It will totally be a side job for a couple more years. After thinking it over, a TL8 with counterweights might be the right blend of lift capacity and portability. My 3500 is an 06 that’s been paid off for years, and still rolling strong at 173k. The 4500 had that new feel, but dealer wasn’t doing me any favors. I think they totally fixed all the transmission gremlins when they went with the Aisen. Was that a TYM tractor in the background? -Jon
@@StartBuildingYourDreams Jon, The tractor is a Branson. I believe they make the best all around tractor on the market. I do a ton of research on whatever i buy as an investment and usefulness. I chose Branson because I could not find any negative review on them, and second they are the heaviest tractor on the market. To be clear this tractor is 1800 lbs heavier than every tractor in its HP range, they also offer full size frames in compact class tractors. I use the tractor for some land clearing jobs with a flail mower on the back and as a fork lift as well so the heavier weight helps keep the tractor in check. I owned a Kabuta and a Kioti brand prior and this one is wayyyyy better.
@@StartBuildingYourDreams The Aisin tranny fixed a ton of problems. Two of the best transmissions companies on the market, Allison of the USA and Aisin of Japan. Both are some of the best quality on the market. Not saying others are bad but there is good and there is great. LOL. You mentioned you have a older Ram , That is not a bad thing at all, Less electronics meal less crap to go wrong.. The one thing I really love with Chrysler in general is the ability to purchase a lifetime warranty. This is through the manufacturer and not some second hand service company. As a business owner I work on a budget and vehicle repairs is not a surprise I want to see the i buy the warranty up front for the life of the vehicle. Feel free to hit me up anytime man, Engineering@DEMsolution.net
Those TL8s are little monsters! My boy enjoys these things too!
For a smaller unit (8,900 pounds) the TL8 can do a lot of work. The mulcher head were using weights 2150lbs and we can lift it at full height without tilting.
Hey curious why you went with a disk mulcher head vs a drum... Do you have to balance those disks like a drum? and are they as effective or productive?? I'm sure they're significantly cheaper...
I have a video called 100 hour review, it better explains. Disc mulchers are 10-20% faster than a drum style, they are cheaper as well. Keep in mind they are not cheaper because of effectiveness, just cheaper to manufacture. One main bearing vs two, direct drive vs pulleys and belts and gear boxes. All of a few reasons they are cheaper. However the difference between mulch is the big difference, in my opinion disc are far better at clearing land but not as fine of a mulch that a drum can produce. Drum style produces a way better mulch. I do not go after jobs that the customer is looking for bags of Home Depot style mulch. You get larger pieces from a disc.
Thanks
Ty
@@easttexasengineering3489 Great explanation and I'll go watch that one as well.
Does that TL8 have high flow and does that head require it? I'd imagine you had to go with a smaller head cuz the machine was smaller...
High flow, 33 GPM. My TL8 is fully loaded, I can dial in the hydraulic but I will tell you DO NOT get into mulching without high flow. You would waste your money. Yes I can run 20 GPM in this disc mulcher but better not go into anything over 3” diameter, it will stall. On high flow I have cut over 15” trees and grinder stumps over 30”s diameter. If you are going into this business full time get a minimum of 100hp such as a TL12. This is a side business for me and I only do maybe 2-3 jobs a month for customers to my Maine business the machine shop. However, yes you can run a small business with a 75hp unit but just stay under 2 acres a day to be say. FYI my unit has never ran hot at all.
@@easttexasengineering3489 Thanks for that. Im buying an ASV120 Forestry... My local dealer is a Takeuchi dealer as well. I want the posi track tho since I'll be in the forest a lot. Thx for that!
Both are the best units for mulching, asv using the best American Diesel engine and Takeuchi using the best Japanese Diesel engine.
Keep the customers happy and you will thrive. Keep in touch
@@easttexasengineering3489 Thx again. I appreciate that!
@East Texas Engineering. I’m looking for a mulcher or cutter that will tackle the extensive amount of yaupons (1-3”) on my property. Also want something that will take down some larger trees so i can clear my fence line as i have 60-70 years of growth on my property. My skid runs 24GPM, what attachment would you recommend from what Rut MFG offers? Appreciate in advance for any advice.
Hey, How do you keep the hydraulics on without holding the button?
My unit is equipped with momentary switch or continuous. There is two buttons with my model.
Great video! I'm currently split between a TL8 and TL10, any thoughts? Did you contemplate or try the TL10 before going with the TL8? ~Jon@SBYD!
Jon, The Takeuchi dealer here in Tyler, Tx is amazing. They let me use all 3 units for 24hrs. I ran the TL8, TL10, and TL12. The TL12 is a beast but was more machine than I plan on using as well it is a very HEAVY piece of equipment (decision was not because of cost). IN comparing to the TL8 vs the TL10, I would not pay the $7K difference for the TL10. Here is why. Engine and Hydraulic system is identical, The TL10 is a lot heavier with the same power train (keep that in mind). The only benefit you are gaining is Lift capacity. The TL8 can be towed with most 1500 pick up trucks and the TL10 cant so resale will be better. If you are after lifting capacity go with the TL10, if you are mowing, moving dirt, attachments go with the TL8. I hope this helps brother...
@@easttexasengineering3489 Thanks for the advice! I’m still mulling over the decision. And I’ll keep you posted. It will totally be a side job for a couple more years. After thinking it over, a TL8 with counterweights might be the right blend of lift capacity and portability. My 3500 is an 06 that’s been paid off for years, and still rolling strong at 173k. The 4500 had that new feel, but dealer wasn’t doing me any favors. I think they totally fixed all the transmission gremlins when they went with the Aisen.
Was that a TYM tractor in the background?
-Jon
@@StartBuildingYourDreams Jon, The tractor is a Branson. I believe they make the best all around tractor on the market. I do a ton of research on whatever i buy as an investment and usefulness. I chose Branson because I could not find any negative review on them, and second they are the heaviest tractor on the market. To be clear this tractor is 1800 lbs heavier than every tractor in its HP range, they also offer full size frames in compact class tractors. I use the tractor for some land clearing jobs with a flail mower on the back and as a fork lift as well so the heavier weight helps keep the tractor in check. I owned a Kabuta and a Kioti brand prior and this one is wayyyyy better.
@@StartBuildingYourDreams The Aisin tranny fixed a ton of problems. Two of the best transmissions companies on the market, Allison of the USA and Aisin of Japan. Both are some of the best quality on the market. Not saying others are bad but there is good and there is great. LOL. You mentioned you have a older Ram , That is not a bad thing at all, Less electronics meal less crap to go wrong..
The one thing I really love with Chrysler in general is the ability to purchase a lifetime warranty. This is through the manufacturer and not some second hand service company. As a business owner I work on a budget and vehicle repairs is not a surprise I want to see the i buy the warranty up front for the life of the vehicle. Feel free to hit me up anytime man, Engineering@DEMsolution.net