CAN YOU MAKE MONEY MULCHING WITH A MINI?THE POSITIVES AND NEGATIVES

Since I bought this new setup people have been asking me if it works. In this video I try to answer all those questions.
Kubota kx-040-4
FAE dml/hy/vt 75
2020 ford Powerstroke
Bwise equipment trailer
21k gen-y hitch

[@KMoran-cw2fd]

I have the KX0-40. I searched for videos showing one running a mulching head. I'm really glad I found you video because it was exactly what I was looking for. You provided an excellent summary of why the 40 can be used with a mulching head and I don't have to spend a $100,000 on a big tracked skid steer with a $30,000 mulching head attached to it.

[@williamwatson5003]

Tons of important information. You said your not good at vids? Truth is your terrific, among the best. Thank you.

[@claytonfoster8458]

I've been watching closely since you got the 040 to see how it performs. I'm currently running a SVL95 with a UML/VT-175 in Manitoba and want to add an excavator and mulcher. I was thinking an 080 but I'd only really use it for steep road ditches so was thinking about going smaller. It's pretty flat here so my SVL does almost everything. Like you said, that VT motor is worth every penny. Keep up the great commentary, you explain things very well.

[@jimbarrett602]

New subscriber here, really enjoyed the info you put into this video. I really was skeptical until I have seen a few videos of yours. I almost purchased a used kx141-4 but passed, had too many hours to suite me. I will be watching more of your videos in the future. Thanks for sharing and God bless!

[@briangarrett5601]

Tyson I’ve been running a KX057-4 with a FAE HY100 on it for 2 years here in South Carolina and it works great!! I like the new set-up keep putting up the mulching videos, there great..

[@timsoutiere4713]

I'm in VT, just curious if you are by the hour or by Sq foot. What do you get $?

[@leeduis]

Awesome video, thank you for posting. 👏🏼

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

Thanks for the information. Nice set up👍

[@leroylefort5069]

Hi , thanks for your information, I have been researching 3.5 ton minis and mulchers for use here in Cape Breton. Your video is validating my research, thanks 👍

this setup locks work realy good. i like it. i work whit this on roads in sweden

[@Keamackcon]

really love this setup

[@arronclark711]

Figured you were keeping busy. Like a giant chainsaw.... gotta keep those rpms up.... yeah young in good shape...older hopefully smarter.... let the machines sweat... ha ha ha...great vid.

[@Bill737190]

I was worried for the camera when you first started mulching. 😎 Good job.

[@workplaytv]

Bill Lance haha oh yeah I was watching!

[@15bowtie52]

@workplaytv you are a genious.. listening to your spec talks got me started on your channel

[@workplaytv]

lol well I wouldn’t say that!

[@trevorsteinbrueck2613]

Great video, thanks!

[@marcelrobert9178]

Nice setup.

[@snomofilms]

First one! Nice vid, again

[@michaelsylvester7272]

You’re a master with your machine

[@landscapingspecialist]

We have to move the mulcher head on a separate rig from the excavator that runs it. That’s how we get around the weight restrictions of the vehicles and licensing. Have a class a commercial license but not everyone that works here does. Yeah it takes 2 trucks to move the equipment to the job but thats what it takes sometimes. One day will look at a larger dump and trailer. But for now this gets it done for us.

[@gordonfinch4446]

Hello I just discovered your channel a couple of days ago can’t stop watching I’m a trans planted Canadian in Florida. I haven’t even been able to find out your name but I am so impressed with your knowledge and your success and your hard work. I am also very interested in these old cottages especially the one you found that was left empty for five years with the owner from Switzerland. Wondering if you will make that into your permanent all year around home or maybe you will fix it up and sell it I wish I could find out your business history how you got started look forward to seeing more of your work thank you Peter

[@vapinbachelor289]

That's a beautiful piece of equipment all shiny and new and it shows.. Have you ever thought about taking up bull riding? Bull riding would be much easier on your body.. As a matter of fact after watching I'm pretty sure I broke 3 ribs compressed 4 disc and cracked a vertebrae in my neck...🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Beautiful work my man.. I'm not trolling just having a little fun with you hopefully I hit your funny bone and you have a good laugh..The world needs to lol more... Congratulations on your purchase and stay safe..👊👊 PS: new sub and yes I see this is a 2yr old video..

[@hhazelhoff1363]

Do you bid these job by the hour or by the job, or by mile/ kilometer. And can you give me a ballpark idea of what you think you can gross per operating hour. Also is the new model head they are coming out with any better or would you start stay with your setup if you were buying new today. Thx,for all the information. Very informative and professional.

[@christhomas9837]

Here in Ontario you need an AR license to pull a trailer that's over 10,000 lbs. If the trailer is over 6100 lbs than the trucks reg. weight has to include the weight of the trailer. Your annual sticker for the truck gets pretty expensive quickly. My 2500HD is reg. for 4500kg and the sticker is $270. Doesn't make sense if your towing something for personal use you only need a G license. So you can tow a 5th wheel 40' trailer to Florida on a G license.

[@EronIler]

What is your general pricing method? Linear feet, hourly, project, combination. How much more do you charge from brush hogging compared to a tractor?

[@russellpetrie119]

using flail mowers are more for yearley mowing hedge cutting maintenence and wont fling the debris as far as the mulcher more for woody branches small trees and thicker brash

[@evanstaite1474]

Wondering what your thoughts are on a tmk tree shear? I'm trying to decide if the shear + and chipper is better or just the little mulcher.

[@nickeckemoff7631]

It's helpful that you posted a video of a smaller mini excavator running a mulcher... but I think it's a bit misleading and perhaps will convince someone to go down the wrong path. I talked to people in land clearing businesses and said they tried (or started on) a non-CDL / cheaper setup like this said they ended up upgrading to a larger machine 1-2 years later. They sold the smaller machine because it was pointless with a bigger machine. Fact is, if you're trying to make money, you can't compete against folks in a 20,000 LB high flow machine, which will do the job better and faster without any downside (yes they're slightly bigger, but not enough to matter). Most mulching jobs are best done with a skidsteer and when an excavator is needed, it's really needed (AKA big stable machine with far reach). If you look around, mulching is very competitive business... many people who got the equipment and looking for work and you gotta stand out somehow. The folks with a small machine like this wont be getting much work or they'll be working cheap - they'll end up with tiny undesirable jobs the other guys don't have time for and these jobs a guy can do a better job with a chainsaw + wood chipper. Something else to point out, is you can clearly the large chunks left behind...many customers wont find this acceptable.

[@jessereed8589]

It a smjd sterr put the the brush hog on the front it do a quick fast good job

[@Plisko1]

The FAE DML HY 75 VT specs say it is for 5 ton excavators... which is probably why some reps will say it won't work with the KX040-4 which is a 4 ton.

[@jasonmonroe5981]

How are you getting these jobs clearing towers and ROW's? I'm in the south and been doing clearing for home owners here in the south but would like to expand into more of this. Thanks!

[@andrewpettey5297]

About to pull the trigger on a bobcat e35r2 and a rut mfg brush cutter. The demand for this type service where I live is to much for me to not take the opportunity…anyway since our setup is about the same size I’d like to know what your hourly rates are…I was thinking around $200 ?

[@loganwoodward5577]

What is the advantage of running the excavator mulcher vs a skid steer mulcher? It seems like the roadside jobs would be easier in a skid steer mulcher but I'm sure I'm missing something.

[@workplaytv]

Land is too uneven and rocky here. Also getting ditches and stuff you can articulate the head on an excavator.

[@ryanmichael9066]

How did you start picking up jobs in this business?

[@coldcaribbean]

The sticker at 4:04 says it's a 5000psi head, my understanding is the KX040 only has 2495 at the auxillary. Did you uprate that somehow?

[@workplaytv]

No I did not. It meets the minimum requirement in GPM

[@robhartshorn6823]

Good video, I'm in Oregon. I have a TB260 and I have acreage of my own I need to clear and trying to decide what brush cutter to get. I'm also thinking of getting into the brush clearing business. I have been considering trading my Takeuchi TB260 in on a TB290 and getting the whole forestry package. I'm just not sure what the market is like for available work in my area. I also thought of just keeping the TB260 and buying a TL12V2 High Flow skid steer with the forestry package and mulcher head.

[@workplaytv]

They do quick work . I have one on my new holland c345

[@jeffsmith7840]

Couldn’t a skid steer with a mulcher Done it way faster?

[@RvParkBuilder]

We have a KX080 on order and our dealer here likes to pair them with a Loftness Battle Axe 51" mulching head. We were concerned because it doesn't have doors that can be closed to direct the mulch downward. Do you have any experience or know of them? What's your opinion on the need for side doors?

[@workplaytv]

I personally love the side doors

[@kylecook1284]

Great videos. I’m interested in the work you do. Is there anyway I could ask you a few questions about your business?

[@workplaytv]

Kyle Cook [e-mail]

[@kylecook1284]

Email sent thanks

[@Tcw2019]

Would a flail mower be much different on a excavator this size?

[@workplaytv]

I’ll never use a flail . They get bound up on them selves . I stick to the fixed tooth

[@joshuaroe3021]

What do you charge per hour with this setup? Also, do you charge for equipment move?

[@pro4501]

Did you put a case drain on this unit ?

[@ctskidoo]

Trying to decide on a 40 or 57. Mostly for smaller jobs, mulching, digging small ponds, etc. Any suggestion?

[@workplaytv]

If you don’t mind spending the extra money and the extra cost that comes with it get the 57

[@carsoncroteau4102]

How did you get the jobs doing cell towers I just went out and got the 2022 kx040 I live in Ontario Canada

[@bigmoneycarlos8947]

I have a Yanmar Vio 55-6 and am looking for a mulching set up any advice on a unit

[@workplaytv]

Carlos Maldonado This would be a great Mulcher for you.

[@Krj254]

Do you scan for rocks in and around the thick stuff? I feel like if you lose a tooth on the mulcher it wouldn’t satay balanced.

[@workplaytv]

If you lose a tooth you need to replace right away for that reason.

[@bwdiver1]

2 years later would you still recommend the Kubota 40? I’m watching all your videos and I ran a Sany su35 and I didn’t care for it. Tight cab and all that. I’m now looking at the Kubota.

[@workplaytv]

Yeah I loved the machine. I did end up selling it for another big machine and skid steer though but if I needed a mini I’d buy another one.

[@readingrailroadfan7683]

workplaytv question what should I look for condition wise and are their any good questions to ask when buying a used trailer to haul a Utv that is about 12 ft long?

[@workplaytv]

Sorry just seen this I assume you bought one

[@readingrailroadfan7683]

@@workplaytv Not yet still looking. But thanks for responding though.

[@pavelkolp]

KX040 is a 5 ton unit with cab and angle blade

[@StrengthNoBounds]

Where can i get a lone to get one of these machines

[@kyeeyk7065]

Can you do a video on sharpening and maintenance?

[@workplaytv]

I’m sure I could do that

[@Desert515]

Hey new subscriber here I work and run my company here in Ontario and I’m breaking into mulching mind if I ask what was the head worth when you purchased it and your current hourly rate for the 4 ton and mulcher?

[@workplaytv]

Well I have sold this setup a month ago. The head was around $22k and I was charging $105/hr

[@jarome4549]

Why an excavator over a skid steer for a job like this? Like why the 080-4 vs a ASV or TL12r

[@workplaytv]

Land is too uneven and full of rock for a skid

[@BAD4U22]

Do you have a contract with utility company?

[@mrtsparks9470]

Would a tracked skid steer with a forestry head be faster and more efficient?

[@workplaytv]

As long as the ground is flat. My sites are not like that.

[@stevegreene4880]

Skid steers have certain abilities over mini ex's and vice versa. Usually it boils down to sizing the machine appropriately, fitting the right implement, and how talented the operator can get.

[@marcelguay7030]

How much money by hour more can you charge example if you charge $100 per hour with bucket what is the price with the mulcher

[@workplaytv]

$130

[@paulbrugger2312]

Anyone provide mini excavator mulching in Manitoba?

[@patricklacasse2877]

How much is the mulcher

[@toyotatagauma8267]

Nice Toy! I hope I’ll have mine someday :) how much the head alone?

[@workplaytv]

$22,500 here in Canada

[@srdennbct2796]

need this attachment in mumbai india ...how should i get it

[@workplaytv]

Look for a FAE dealer

[@jaredchance244]

Amazing video but what state are you in????

[@workplaytv]

Nova Scotia Canada

[@ryanblackshiresr1168]

I have a ihi 35n which mulching head would I need

[@workplaytv]

I would look at the BL model

[@kevbokubota4398]

About how much do does this size mulcher cost. Did you consider a rotary cutter instead.

[@workplaytv]

Nah they are way too slow, they don’t die near the job. $21,000 Canadian.

[@stevenpringle7813]

@@workplaytv I wanted to buy one but the price is insane for what you get. In my opinion it's not worth that amount of money.

[@ctskidoo]

Would a 57 fit on this trailer/truck setup?

[@workplaytv]

People do it. I wouldn’t

[@muchogracious1557]

IDK... Fae recommends at least a 5t machine for that head. U don't think its wearing the 040 out prematurely?

[@workplaytv]

Mucho Gracious wearing it out?

[@muchogracious1557]

@@workplaytv yeah, more stress on the engine, pumps, pins, etc, etc than what it was designed for? Just wondering.

[@workplaytv]

Mucho Gracious it’s not really more stress on the engine. The RPMs only go so high so if you run it wide open which most people do under any application it’s not really doing anymore. Only thing may be welds and such where you have the weight of head out front

[@muchogracious1557]

@@workplaytv I gotcha

[@gerardocorona6232]

And another thing I have a question do need a license for what u did as mulching as ur work ?

[@workplaytv]

Gerardo Corona you mean to operate the gear?

[@gerardocorona6232]

Like do you need like a license, like if u need A general contractor or u have a different license? That my question because I’m think buying a mini excavator and bobcat

[@donovanhuppe5566]

This is very nice setup! How much per hour would you charge with this rig?

[@workplaytv]

$105

[@gerardocorona6232]

Can you talk about how you Price them

[@workplaytv]

Gerardo Corona will do

[@gerardocorona6232]

Ok thank you like your videos Man keep it up man

[@alexdesamsonow822]

How much an hour is this set up worth?

[@workplaytv]

$105

[@natehawkins2910]

Psssst! ...Your mini is showing!

[@bigriver1849]

Looks a little tipsy

[@capone217]

Hello Kyle was wondering if There is a way I can message you have some questions about starting a business like yours. Thank you

[@workplaytv]

Name is Tyson. Lol. [e-mail]

[@typoss8597]

@@workplaytv was wondering how much the mulching head cost to go on ur KX040

[@workplaytv]

@@typoss8597 $23k

[@RobertKohut]

Nice!! Chomp, chomp.... :-)

[@dougcarter7415]

What do u charge a hour for mulching

[@workplaytv]

$110/hr for this machine

[@mrgoob76]

is your ford truck an f-250? or f-350?

[@workplaytv]

350

[@phillipcoiner4232]

Is that the factory glass?

[@workplaytv]

No it is shatterproof

[@phillipcoiner4232]

@@workplaytv just in the front or all the way around.

[@DS-TRUCKS]

IDK man. Educate me!

[@richheipp1420]

Bush hog would give you a cleaner finished site and faster job completion time

[@mikea4074]

How far out will it reach for mulching?

[@workplaytv]

10-12 feet

[@mikea4074]

@@workplaytv is the boom that much shorter on the 40?

[@workplaytv]

@@mikea4074 than the 80?

[@workplaytv]

I’m honestly just guessing I never actually measured

[@mikea4074]

@@workplaytv the kabota 80

[@caseycochran8181]

What’s the specs on your trailer setup for your 4 ton ?

[@workplaytv]

15,300 gvwr

[@nextamericanhardhat]

Is there a way you could contact me

[@workplaytv]

[e-mail]

[@Muotaman9958]

2 Days ago😂

[@lucasgoldinger6948]

What is your job title?

[@workplaytv]

Lucas Goldinger “everything” lol

[@lucasgoldinger6948]

@@workplaytv haha, but what is it actually, im 17 and it looks like a fun job, especially the cell tower ones

[@workplaytv]

Lucas Goldinger Lol. I’m a general contractor that handles all ground maintenance and building maintenance. I do a lot of it myself and with my crew but I sub a fair amount out as well.

[@kaseycasece1340]

YOUNG MAN , U MIGHT NEED KUBOTA 95 DRUM MULCHER LATER , U LOOK LIKE U JUST ROUGH THE CUT FOR BOTH SIDE O THE ROAD OR HIGHLINES TOO ! . BUT U MIGHT NOT NEED TO MAKE IT LOOK NICE , THAN U DID ?.

[@workplaytv]

Nope not for the Cell roads and sites this is at code.

[@Muotaman9958]

Very dangerous “Toy”!!

[@johnblue8029]

Mini excavators are a pain in the ass to mulch with . Just get a skid steer

[@workplaytv]

Have one

[@leeduis]

Awesome video, thank you for posting. 👏🏼