Hillco minimax 9 frame honey extractor review

[@phillipduncan2497]

I purchased this extractor in January. It is a very nice machine. I can't wait to use it this season. I mounted my extractor on a triangular plywood base and added casters bolted through the feet of the extractor. I can roll it out of the way when not in use.

[@RyanGrady]

thats a good idea. here i am hand humping it. i love it. it worked really well. ill be putting out a extraction video here in a week or two.

[@theunlikelybeek]

Thanks for the review. I purchased this extractor and I'm looking forward to moving on from my Chinese wobble one. I did want to mention the fan from the new controller housing is way louder than the old one they used to use.

[@RyanGrady]

I have to say that the new box seems to be warping a bit. I guess it has to do with the 3-D Printing. Thanks for the comment!

[@virgilcrites8906]

I started out with a 2-frame manual then a 3- frame motorized. I got hillco’s heated bottling tank this year and love it. I plan on ordering their 9- frame extractor like this one this year.

[@RyanGrady]

You won’t regret it! I’m looking at getting their heated bottling tank! 😉

[@woodlandharvesthoneycompanyllc]

I have the Hillco 18 frame. 18 mediums or 9 deeps. I've used it 2 seasons and love it. It has preformed perfectly! No complaints. I did bolt it to the floor. I think that is must cause if it gets a little out of balance,and it will , there are no issues. If you need a heated bottling tank, I recommend Hillco's. They are top quality and cost a little less that some on the market. And the no drip valve doesn't drip.

[@RyanGrady]

I absolutely am in the market for a heated bottling tank. Thank you for your suggestion.

[@woodlandharvesthoneycompanyllc]

@@RyanGrady I think Hillco has 3 sizes. I have the 19 gal. No more 5 gal buckets with the so called honey gate for me. The heated tank makes filling bottles actually fun.

[@BucksBeesS.C.]

Handles would be a good idea. Good review

[@RyanGrady]

Right on, I love my machine though.

[@billysanford9799]

Will a 5 gallon bucket along with two sieves fit under the gate? Many thanks.

[@RyanGrady]

I’m not 100% sure to be honest. I use a bucket with micron filters and sieves. It fits underneath just fine, but I’m not 100% sure if my bucket is exactly 5 gallons or not.

[@cliffordmcghghy329]

@@RyanGrady the 5 gallon bucket will fit with the strainers but I use a frosting bucket I got from a cake decorating place and it is taller.

[@rickabrams3422]

:38 you are worth your weight in gold good sir. i explain things the exact same way. no hidden things, no games - just facts as you know them right now.

[@RyanGrady]

Yes sir, that’s me. No bull just get to the point! Thanks for watching.

[@rickabrams3422]

@@RyanGrady i hope your channel does well

[@wadeturner2665]

I'm not a fan of the printed box for the motor controller. They look cheap and unfinished compared to the previous stainless steel metal boxes.

[@RyanGrady]

Yeah I have to say that mine is starting to warp a bit now that it has some age on it.