Kyle O Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Digging around the edges, then chopping, chopping, chopping, chopping, then prying some, then chopping, then, scraping the dirt away, then chopping, chopping, chopping, then when there is absolutely no hope of progress, you cuss some then chop some more, then you pry, and pry, and pry, then chop, then......well, I freakin hate it. And, I've got maybe 100 or more to go. Just removed 10 since 9am, man it sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miranda Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 an axe is the only way I know to do it.... I told myself it was good for my character. my character avoids me now. maybe a fire ? no way to get a stump grinder in there ? miranda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toolguy Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 (edited) Use the stump remover in your avatar. You'll be done in minutes. I hate stumps too. Edited October 27, 2010 by Toolguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Fire is your friend..... Been there, done that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMS42 Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Dig a little hole under the stump, insert a quarter stick of 40%, light fuse, take cover. For a thrill use bigger sticks and see how high you can launch the stump. Done right the stump will not go very high and with those stumps with big roots the stump will still require some chopping. But you'll probably need a permit and a licensed person. Other choice is to rent a stump grinder or hire it done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2alphas Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Have had success with coal and/or charcoal to create hotter fire and longer burn-times. Just my .02. TC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Hayden Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 I had a 12-15" diameter oak that had to be taken out - it was right next to the house.. so we had a tree service remove it anyways.. the stump grinder took less than 10 minutes to put it far enough under to plant grass. Check see how much they cost to rent. (if you have the access) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirveyr Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 WHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustenGlad Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 On 10/27/2010 at 10:37 PM, D.Hayden said: I had a 12-15" diameter oak that had to be taken out - it was right next to the house.. so we had a tree service remove it anyways.. the stump grinder took less than 10 minutes to put it far enough under to plant grass. Check see how much they cost to rent. (if you have the access) You have your own stump grinder or you have get it on rent from tree removal experts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 Rent a stump grinder for $300 for a day at home depot. Worth every penny. https://www.compactpowerrents.com/rental-equipment/chipper-and-stump-grinder/stump-grinder/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustenGlad Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pig4bill Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 There are youtubes on how to burn them out but it's slow. It involves drilling deep holes, flammables, and usually a full day or two until they turn to ash. You sort of have to keep watch so the fires don't get out of hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dranoel Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 Three words:T N T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George16 Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 5 hours ago, Dranoel said: Three words:T N T Three words or three letters? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 Around here at least, there are stump grinding crews that grind them pretty cheap. I had three 8-10” stumps ground out for $125. No way I’m screwing with DIY stump removal when it’s that cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 The post is from 2010. I'd say that it has turned into a discussion by now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 This Hate rant has turned into a discussion, which is beyond the bounds of the rules for the Hate Forum. Thus, it must be closed.Please review the Hate Forum Rules:http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=8097[note: this is a generic response] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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