I've running a Stumper 280 hi flow for about 15 yrs. no problems, just normal maintenance. It's been thru 1000+ stumps. Hi flow rocks. I recently chewed thru a 4' diameter poplar stump sitting about 14" above grade in less than 25 mins
Wayne, what "metal" wheel is your buddy running? I'm interested. I've been using a Speed Sharp Star from Baileys (I think??) for around 3-4 years. No problem. Tired of replacing the stock wheels
Thompson Totable Tooling portable capstan winch. Powered by a Tecumseh 72cc two cycle engine. Carb just rebuilt. Runs like new. 2000 lb pull capacity. Excellent for tree/debris removal. Selling due to health.
$1100
If you do chose to sharpen in house, do yourselves a huge favor and invest in a diamond cutting wheel. Cuts sharpening g time by 90%. You'll throw all your green wheels out the door
Owb
Got a Wood Doctor Converter gasification stove. Heats house (5Kft2 with 10' ceilings), domestic hot water and the hot tub. Winter heating bills went from 600-700/month to 100.