Why I use a Bandit ZT1844 Tracked Stump Grinder

Why I use a Bandit ZT1844 Tracked Stump Grinder, wet weather is where a tracked stump grinder pays off due to not damaging the yard by sinking. I also share some tips and tricks for the new guy to stump grinding.
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[@darrelpederson2595]

Great video! Started grinding two months ago and I am killing it now. I have one on my Bobcat and it does a beautiful job! It is a beast! Every customer has said WOW when I am done. I picked up two big jobs again today. I have never advertise other than one time on Facebook. Thanks for all your advice. I have learned a ton from you. It is sad that I am the top paid teacher in my district and I can make more money in a week stump grinding than a month teaching.

[@bryanutility9609]

Great! What kind of machine do you have?

[@rlawn]

That's one of the biggest thing people around my area try saying is that are machines have wheels so no damage is done to the lawn. thank you for showing that tracks don't do damage either. great video and nice tip a quick easy way to fluff up the soil.

[@goldshieldenterprises692]

Another technique I like to use for the compacted chips/soil is a good strong backpack blower. As long as the dirt content is relatively low the blower does a really nice job of dressing up the edges. I always try to uncover existing buried lawn and get all the chips back inside my disturbed area when possible.

[@andrewmurphy9038]

I hope people appreciate him as much as I do.

[@penguinistas]

Great video. I agree that the machine compacts the grindings, especially when wet which makes it difficult to rake out because it's basically stuck to the ground. I'd not thought about regrinding the topmost part while reversing to loosen the compacted grindings. Well done, thanks for sharing. I learned something new today. God bless.

[@kenveal5529]

This video was simply perfect for us rookies to the grinding life! Gave me some good info for the next job. My ZT1844 so far has been just what I needed to get started. Thanks for the tips they are greatly appreciated. God bless.

[@mustangrebuilder]

Glad it helped!

[@coreyaustin8829]

Dang I’ve always went backwards to break up the chips to get lower but never thought about doin it to fill the hole back. Rake been kicking my butt lol. Thanks unc 💪🏽💪🏽

[@tonybabineau5642]

Good video not sure if you put a video out on changing belts if you have sorry i can't find it but if you haven't if its not to much trouble think you can make one Out in Connecticut we just had the high winds from that hurricane that past through Wednesday and I have a good solid month of storm damage work so far and my point is I'm going to buy another grinder but just afraid to by a grinder with belts I tried changing one on my older 2450 bandit like yours but I messed up and damaged the belt which cost me another 300 to get a new belt then paid bobcat to put it on so if you could i would appreciate if you could make a video on installing the belt thanks

[@584TREE]

I HAVE A BANDIT ZT1844 AND I LOVE IT ! ALMOST TWO YEARS BRAND NEW AND UNDER 20 K YOU CANT BEAT IT !

[@kylerustic234]

Finally got a trailer for my grinder trying to build my business.

[@jgmcmahon1]

I just bought my zt1844 used, how would I know if the belt needs tightened? I feel like the cutting wheel stops easier than need be. The check engine light is also on. I love the channel and all the knowledge you pass down, your a good guy to follow!

[@mustangrebuilder]

Ok your first belt to look at will be the motor or clutch side belt ( you can take the cover off this side and watch the belt engage and run the belt on the cutter wheel side is the one on the same side as the key start on the engine and is tied to the skirts for the chip protection so it can not be run with the cover off

[@victorinc]

Hey great videos. Can you make a video on how you sharpen the green teeth what tools grinder,drill press etc etc you use and how to use it. Thanks.

[@braddavis9874]

Great video! Do you have part number for the cutter wheel belt? I would also like to see a video of your Greenteeth sharpening setup...

[@johnbrake1571]

3/5v800

[@andrewkolarek4551]

Great video, what’s the H/P on your Bandit and how wide is it? Thanks

[@mustangrebuilder]

that was my old machine and my brother runs the updates version called Sg40 38hp and 29in wide

[@BoxofRain-ff4td]

I rented one- in boxing terms it punches well above its weight!

[@elliottdebell7783]

Thanks for the video, I’m looking forward using this, rented one 😎

[@Rootflare]

Love your videos, I’m looking into starting a stump grinding side business and I’m looking at buying a used machine (bandit SG40)with 900hrs. And I’d like to ask what kind of useful life you are getting out of your grinders? I just don’t want to do any major repairs immediately.

[@mustangrebuilder]

900 is a lot of hrs

[@shaneseguin9824]

Brother I wish I would have found you and your advice b4 I bought my 252 cause I would have either went with a 382 for the 4 wheel drive or a tracked unit, that being said I will work the hell out of " little bessy" til I can purchase my second machine which will be new or newer and tracked and bladed unit so I have a good Frontline machine! Seeing how you have used both over the years, what machine would you recommend a bandit or a vermeer brother. Just want the best bang for the buck so I will pick your brain about if that's cool with you?.

[@bigtimeLL]

Where do you find the sizes of belt you need for the machine?

[@mustangrebuilder]

www.amazon.com/shop/mustangrebuilder look through my store I have them listed but you have to have the updated belt tensioner

[@SteadfastRC]

Thanks for all the info man! I just got my first stop grinder yesterday and I am brand new at this , your videos have been helping a lot, are you going to do any videos on how to sharpen green teeth in the future?

[@mustangrebuilder]

yes I will

[@montimahner9357]

What is the difference between zt1844 and sg-40

[@mustangrebuilder]

All the belt tension and problems were worked out and track adjustments and some bugs all worked out

[@MichaelMcCauley-t5q]

I’m see bandit now has wheeled version of sg40. What are your thoughts on this for wet ground? Thank you, trying to decide between the two

[@mustangrebuilder]

Wet ground do the tracked

[@poncianogarcia8681]

Hey great stuff!!! I’m just getting started wanted to see best way to go about starting to pick up jobs and/or advertise?

[@mustangrebuilder]

Have a video coming up soon

[@JoseLopez-rq7rs]

In trying to buy my first machine, so to me all this is new, specially if you have never work around people that do stump grinder, I have no clue... but I’m watching lots of videos so I can learn ASAP.. thank you for all you do for us.. what machine would be a good starting point ?

[@mustangrebuilder]

vermeer 252 or 352 used gas

[@JoseLopez-rq7rs]

@@mustangrebuilder hello again... compare to the zt1844 which one is better ?

[@mustangrebuilder]

@@JoseLopez-rq7rs 352

[@tuckermccrary7371]

Hey man I own a Vermeer 252. I’m looking into getting a zt1844 is it a upgrade vs the 252? Will it grind faster?

[@mustangrebuilder]

Yes 2x but get the sg40 its the updated version of the zt1844 that was discontinued

[@lifestream4191]

I have yet to grind a stump so I didn't know about dressing/fluffing the chips and dirt with the grinder... great information, makes perfect sense. I did notice the new model number being SG40 but yet to see pricing. In my opinion, that's (SG40 or slightly used ZT1844) the machine to start with if it's in the low 20's. I have a full time good job and I want to start grinding part time. I'm going to price them and see what they're asking. Also, we have a dealer here in Arkansas so that's good. Where do you buy your belts? '68 Camaro.

[@mustangrebuilder]

offroadbelts.com/

[@mustangrebuilder]

Winner winner LOL send info to [e-mail]

[@mustangrebuilder]

I added supplier of belts in video description thanks for the reminder LOL

[@lifestream4191]

@@mustangrebuilder I watch closely... not to critique, but to get the valuable information!

[@gencombuilding100]

Good info, thanks

[@ral3178]

Just found your channel, central Ohio here . I am looking to buy a used stump grinder to add it to my list of services. Amy recommendations on brand or size for getting started?

[@mustangrebuilder]

Older vermeer 252

[@leobertling612]

To Mustang Rebuilder: What teeth & pocket system do you use on the ZT1844? Looks like a great machine. Thanks in advance. Leo

[@mustangrebuilder]

green teeth 900 series but dont buy the zt buy the updated sg40

[@leobertling612]

@@mustangrebuilder Thanks for the suggestion on the SG40. Looking at their website, that appeared to be the current production machine. Enjoying your video's. Good amounts of details, down to earth practical advice. I am close to retiring from my day job. I turned 65 this past September. But I don't want to sit at home and dust the ceiling fans when I retire. And being a farm boy, I enjoy running machinery. So, I am going to look for info on the SG40, the other unit I am thinking about this the Barretto SG37. The Barretto SG30 is a good machine, but the SG37 is the higher horsepower machine. I'll have a chance on Wed & Thurs this week to try out the SG37. I am doing some neighborhood Derecho storm damage cleanup. Lost about 40-50% of our tree canopy on August 10, 2020 in the Cedar Rapids Iowa area. Again, THANKS! Leo

[@mustangrebuilder]

@@leobertling612 let me know how you like it

[@leobertling612]

@@mustangrebuilder Great video, commentary and helpful tips. Working smarter, not harder, is the key to a great day. Thanks again.

[@johnbrake1571]

Have you tried the predator belts for the cutter wheel? I just ordered 1 to try out to see if it holds up better than the regular belts they're supposed to be a stronger & more heat resistant belt

[@mustangrebuilder]

let me know how it works out and how much

[@johnbrake1571]

@@mustangrebuilder will do

[@Dustydozer]

I have an sg40 and I am thinking it has the same cutter wheel set up as yours. I was wondering if I have to just use the 926-ws2 the 2 sided tooth or can I use the 926-ws with the 3 sides? Also the hose coming from the bottom hydraulic pump to the manifold vibrates kind of aggressive while at low idle moving the machine with the track levers (makes a buzzing noise when making contact with the touching hoses). Just wondering if this is typical for these machines? Just being that it does have pretty basic hydraulic system.

[@mustangrebuilder]

I use the 3 sided teeth and you can get the retipped

[@mustangrebuilder]

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[@Dustydozer]

@@mustangrebuilder thank you sir! I'll definitely be buying the 3 sided teeth.

[@adamlazar9837]

Great tip! I am buying this machine. Looking for a trailer to hall it. Should it be 8’, 10’? Is the gate an issue for the machine weight? Just looking for insight. Thank you Adam.

[@mustangrebuilder]

I used a tilt bed trailer

[@adamlazar9837]

@@mustangrebuilder Right...thank you

[@Josegonzalez-jj7wn]

Good job

[@michaelhill3139]

Is this the same machine as the sg 40?

[@mustangrebuilder]

No the Zt1844 came out first and then the sg40 was built with all the updates to the design .... the Sg40 is the way to go ... belt system is better

[@alwaysapplypressure2477]

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[@jgmcmahon1]

What is your opinion on the smaller 26 hp machines (toro, vermeer sc30) with more teeth vs the 38hp ZT with 8 teeth?

[@mustangrebuilder]

Bandit has changed the zt1844 to a model called sg40 so please don't buy a zt1844 go to the new model due to belt tensioner system improvement, I dont know much about the toro and the vermeer sc30 I have heard is underpowered but just test or demo both before you buy

[@jgmcmahon1]

@@mustangrebuilder well I'm already running the 1844, I was just confused as why it has such fewer teeth than others

[@mustangrebuilder]

@@jgmcmahon1 Smaller wheel and less drag on the engine, funny many guys in the field would take off some teeth of the wheel on some machine to reduce drag and keep engine rpm up

[@jgmcmahon1]

@@mustangrebuilder haha! Awesome, I'm fixing to change the first belt since ownership lol

[@williamgault9620]

Just got the sg 40 at 77 yrs old. Works nice. Thank you for your videos and all information. Really for the son. $20,000 new.

[@tg5717]

Mustang, I've been running a rayco 1660 tow behind for years which I'm able to see the cutting wheel good while grinding.....do you see the wheel decent with your bandit z?

[@mustangrebuilder]

the controls swing out left or right and yes I can see good with it

[@michaelhill3139]

Thanks

[@allthingspowersports5955]

If you were to buy a new stump grinder for rental or hire, which grinder would you buy? Strongly looking at Barreto and Bandit SG 37 & 40.

[@mustangrebuilder]

So you want to rent it out ? Sg 40 is great but belts are $$ barretto is hydraulic and slower . . If you run it sg40

[@allthingspowersports5955]

@@mustangrebuilder that's exactly the information I was looking for! Yes, I started a rental business outside of Omaha Nebraska. Right now I just have a skid loader and was debating whether to get an attachment or a standalone grinder. I do both for rent or higher so I felt like, the Barreto would be the better option, even though it is a little bit more expensive. The thing I like the most about the bandit is how the controls swing from side to side. I appreciate your comment and will continue to follow your page!

[@LumBo7166]

I'm a tree climber, but they making me grind now too, driveway got to be put in so I got to be u, 😂

[@mikerodriguez1044]

There is an SG 40 in my area for sale, says it only has 5 clocked hours is selling for 25k, any advice? I'm new to the business gonna prove to myself proof of concept before that big of an investment

[@mustangrebuilder]

Thats top dollar

[@98fishingfool]

Now what would you charge for a job like this ?

[@mustangrebuilder]

$300 took 35 min on to off and talking to customer

[@elvisnero370]

How many horse power is this grinder?

[@mustangrebuilder]

38hp

[@seantaylor2602]

1967 chevelle

[@tonybabineau5642]

Good morning Mr Mustang im the guy with 2018 2550 bandit stump grinder I've had problems from day 1with my machine not starting all the time I heard you say on your last video that bandit called you and asked for your advice on the t188 stump grinder well bandit don't return my calls and I was wondering if you have an idea whats wrong i just picked it up right now from dealer and bandit only replaced wiring harness that they installed not Kubota because they don't make the motors for me to start it i have to jump cylindrical (spelled wrong) to battery i shouldn't have this problem 3 yrs later think bandit would make good on there product

[@mustangrebuilder]

What does the dealer say about it ?

[@tonybabineau5642]

They say nothing they can do the dealership is bobcat who sells bandit products stumpers chippers etc bobcat calls bandit emails and nothing happens i call bandit head quarters no call back I bought stumpet June 2018 received it August 10 2018 had starting problem from day 1 replaced computer board 2 times then march 2019 cutter wheel lift cylinder blew seal under warranty got fixed same day got it back wouldn't start replaced computer same day got it back after fixed when I put cutter wheel into stump lost power dealer couldn't figure problem i asked for a stumper to use while they fixed it said no till the 4th week then gave me the t188 and bandit came down from Wisconsin couldn't figure out then Kubota mother dealer came after 5 weeks figure it out return canisters from turbo return had pin hole which lost pressure now i will speed up story since then had front end made had machine shop modifications do to front end coming apart even spot welded bolts went threw 2 tyrods another wheel cylindet 2 alternators 2 starts 3 brackets that hold exhaust then had a welding shop weld the hell out of it hydraulic cooling system more stuff that I cant even think of bobcat tried to get me a new stumper they said never seen a brand new machine have so many problems they have all my records and keep emailing bandit saying he should be able to start it after 3 yrs still have 25 payments and I over maintenance it change oil ever 60 hrs hydraulic filters ever 4 months blow filter our almost daily grease it daily fuel filters when needed and i garage it in winter every day and rest of yr put tarp on it to protect from sun and wash it almost every week and uf i trade it in they really don't want it they know history and i couldn't sell it to private person I would feel guilty passing on problems but bandit did come down last month his name is Joe he does the training to the mechanics on bandit stumpers and he can't figure it out sorry to bore you just had to vent so right now I have a 55000 dollar peice of metal sitting on my trailer that is giving me ulcers and I have plenty of work 5 steady tree companies 2 paving companies half dozen landscaping and patio type of business acouple fence guys and so on so I really need another stumper for when this one is down but I'm afraid to by another bandit but its the only dealer thats close should of bought a machine couple yrs ago but 1 of the tree companies let me use theres when mine is down

[@mustangrebuilder]

Well I know they suck about the warranty and thats why I keep my old machine going ,even the factory engineer told me to keep it due to the simple design and EPA requirements on engine and no electronics and now you know why I make these videos, even my ZT1844 breaks and they don't want to confess to a design problem.

[@tonybabineau5642]

Thanks for replying back i was a climber for 20 yrs and had my knees replaced and I like tree work so I bought a used 2012. 2450 bandit stump grinder for $17000 had it 2 months blew motor cost $10,500 for a new one then it got costly replacing belts and barriers all the time and by now I've been in business 2 yrs and I've been doing good so I figured if I bought a new stump grinder I would save a fortune in repairs boy was I wrong but in the when the machine is not broken down I love it I like working for myself i make a pretty good living just wished the machine would start every time I turned the key So do you still recommend buying the tz188 or the newer model

[@mustangrebuilder]

@@tonybabineau5642 buy the newer sg40

[@hughestreecarellc-stumpgri2170]

Do you have a part number for the belts for the zt ?

[@mustangrebuilder]

on the clutch side it's an A49 three belt molded together on the other side cutter wheel belt is a 5V800 same 3 belts molded together and the small belt on the hydraulic pump is a BX37

[@hughestreecarellc-stumpgri2170]

Thank you sir !

[@ryangerbers7419]

Do you still recommend the bandit sg40? Or something like a Vermeer sc30tx

[@mustangrebuilder]

No to the 30tx the belt drive on the sg40 transfers more power to the cutter wheel

[@ryangerbers7419]

@@mustangrebuilder it the bandit top heavy? Looks like it doesn’t take much of an incline for it to tip?

[@mustangrebuilder]

@@ryangerbers7419 no

[@davegreengreen9931]

68 Chevy Camaro

[@mustangrebuilder]

Well you are number 4 to answer but since you watched send info to [e-mail]

[@davegreengreen9931]

@@mustangrebuilder thanks!!

[@bennorman106]

1968 Camaro

[@mustangrebuilder]

Well Ben winner winner send info to [e-mail]

[@erics211210]

What does one of these cost?

[@mustangrebuilder]

The model has been updated and called an sg40 and they are about 23k

[@erics211210]

If you were just starting out and wanted to start a business would the sg40 be a good starting machine?

[@mustangrebuilder]

@@erics211210 yes

[@christopherhernandez2955]

How much do you pay? The machine

[@mustangrebuilder]

My zt was 17k from factory but the new one is called SG40 and I think they are 21k

[@danlarson2102]

1968 camaro

[@mustangrebuilder]

Well your number 3 to answer but 3 x is a charm so send info to [e-mail]