Pete Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 I have many more tree stumps left to remove and it is time to work smarter. So I have been using a pick axe, loppers, and prybars to get the job done- and that is hard work. But I have been reading about another method which is more painless. You cut the stump down low, drill holes straight down in stump, pour fertilizer in holes, and wait 6 months. That sounds better to me. So my question- how should I go about drilling down into the stump? A bigger drill bit makes for quicker result. I tried a 7/16 bit, and it snapped on 3rd stump. And I was thinking that perhaps I would be better off with a hammer drill. What would the best drill/bit combo be for drilling straight down into stump?
cantankerous Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) Go rent a stump grinder. Edited August 6, 2012 by cantankerous
Pete Posted August 6, 2012 Author Posted August 6, 2012 Go rent a stump grinder. I don't think that would be an option. The stumps(40+) are on a steep granite rock.
The Poojer Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 get a 'construction site fire barrel', cut out some of the bottom so it can easily slip over most stumps...ventilate the barrel, burn branches and twigs over the stump....drink beer around fire, work and fun rolled into one I have many more tree stumps left to remove and it is time to work smarter. So I have been using a pick axe, loppers, and prybars to get the job done- and that is hard work. But I have been reading about another method which is more painless. You cut the stump down low, drill holes straight down in stump, pour fertilizer in holes, and wait 6 months. That sounds better to me. So my question- how should I go about drilling down into the stump? A bigger drill bit makes for quicker result. I tried a 7/16 bit, and it snapped on 3rd stump. And I was thinking that perhaps I would be better off with a hammer drill. What would the best drill/bit combo be for drilling straight down into stump?
EndZoneCrew Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 I highly advise renting a bazooka or RPG. Then just rake up the remaining stump.
Nervous Guy Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 How about using a spade bit if you insist on drilling large holes? 1 1/2 inch spade bit
KD in CA Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 I don't think that would be an option. The stumps(40+) are on a steep granite rock. Just make sure to use a stolen credit card and fake ID when you rent it.
Pete Posted August 6, 2012 Author Posted August 6, 2012 How about using a spade bit if you insist on drilling large holes? 1 1/2 inch spade bit I like it! Thank you. And Poojer, I loved your suggestion too!
ExiledInIllinois Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 I am not an enviro nut... But where is the fertilizer gonna run off to? If it is on a rock... Stump it low and leave it. Is that an option?
Pete Posted August 6, 2012 Author Posted August 6, 2012 I am not an enviro nut... But where is the fertilizer gonna run off to? If it is on a rock... Stump it low and leave it. Is that an option? It will run off, some to a flower garden, some to my compost pile, some to grass. It won't be that much. My vegetable garden is organic and safe. I removed all the dirt off a large glacier rock and planted in rocks cavities. But there are a few stumps that are a B word to remove, and they are eyesores
Captain Hindsight Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 They quit making dynamite? Seems some people just like making more work for themselves
Corp000085 Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 I used stump-out last weekend. This fall, when it comes time to burn various yard waste (in my fire pit), I will also add some charcoal to the top of the stump, light it, and allow it to smolder away. Should be a grand old time.
Jim in Anchorage Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 Seems some people just like making more work for themselves Really. This should be fun, not a chore. FIRE IN THE HOLE! Boom, done.
Best Player Available Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 I don't think that would be an option. The stumps(40+) are on a steep granite rock. This solution can really hit the checkbook. But we had a similar situation and got it done with a big excavator, with a huge bucket. Cranes and cables can do it but requires pros, unless you have experience. The burning the stump method was very slow, Especially if you can't burn for half the year. Quite frankly it sucks.
DC Tom Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 They quit making dynamite? Yeah, a stoner with dynamite. That sounds like a really good idea.
Fan in San Diego Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 Why do you have to get rid of the stumps if they are in granite on a cliff?
Jim in Anchorage Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 Yeah, a stoner with dynamite. That sounds like a really good idea. I think it would be quite entertaining. From a distance anyway.
/dev/null Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 Yeah, a stoner with dynamite. That sounds like a really good idea. I think it would be quite entertaining. From a distance anyway. I bet it would get a ton of clicks on Youtube®
Fan in San Diego Posted August 6, 2012 Posted August 6, 2012 Yeah, a stoner with dynamite. That sounds like a really good idea. Sounds like a good episode for the Jackass crew.
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