root ranger for sale

[aero1]

plumber rick was right, we jumped the gun after talking to our ridgid rep our machine puts out to much gpm to take full advantage of the root ranger and there is no nozzle upgrade avaliable as it was designed specifically, so if any one is interested in buying a great jetter head used once i have the instruction sheet and the extension for 8" pipe, pm me a contact number and ill make it happen, price 225 + shipping.[live and learn]:)

[plumberscrack]

I might be interested but I need to see this in action at the Roundup next month.

Your earlier posts mentioned how much you loved it, is this still the case?

Did someone confirm the GPM @ ???? pressure

3/8" or 1/4" connection?

[aero1]

yeh i thought it was and still do but after talking with plumber rick and as mentioned earlier and no one caught it my gpm output is 10 and if an upgrade was made i would keep it,using this i would not be able to run my machine at full throttle as it could damage my pump.:( and that defeats the purpose of this head.

[aero1]

ps 1/4" connection and info i received before i bought it was misleading as we were new to the game like i said live and learn the hard way.;)

[PLUMBER RICK]

I might be interested but I need to see this in action at the Roundup next month.

Your earlier posts mentioned how much you loved it, is this still the case?

Did someone confirm the GPM @ ???? pressure should be 4gpm @3000.

3/8" or 1/4" connection?

i too would be interested once i see it up close at the roundup:D

crack, i'll arm wrestle you for it:kiss::eek:

rick.

[plumberscrack]

If you want to hold my hand just say so.:kiss: You don't have to disguise it as an arm wrestle.

[PLUMBER RICK]

If you want to hold my hand just say so.:kiss: You don't have to disguise it as an arm wrestle.

crack, you realize if i wanted to hold your hand, it would be longer than 1/4 second:kiss:

rick,

[ToUtahNow]

If you want to hold my hand just say so.:kiss: You don't have to disguise it as an arm wrestle.

crack, you realize if i wanted to hold your hand, it would be longer than 1/4 second:kiss:

rick,

It sounds like you guys are starting to enter in to some heated negotiations. While it is true we have a "don't ask don't tell" attitude here on the forum I just want to tell you guys I accept you for who you are and just be true to yourselves.

Mark

[Gene Bickford]

I just spoke to the boss (wife) we'll take it.
I've been thinking about getting one for a while now but like the others I was thinking about seeing it in action at the round up but since we're not going:crying: and I don't want to wait till next year, I better jump on this.

[MrsSeatDown]

I just spoke to the boss (wife) we'll take it.
I've been thinking about getting one for a while now but like the others I was thinking about seeing it in action at the round up but since we're not going:crying: and I don't want to wait till next year, I better jump on this.

Gene, Rick will wait for the roundup to get one;)

[PLUMBER RICK]

I just spoke to the boss (wife) we'll take it.
I've been thinking about getting one for a while now but like the others I was thinking about seeing it in action at the round up but since we're not going:crying: and I don't want to wait till next year, I better jump on this.


crack, does this mean you won't hold my hand:kiss::confused::shakehead:

rick.

[plumberscrack]

crack, does this mean you won't hold my hand:kiss::confused::shakehead:

rick.

I'll still hold your hand Rick. Public affection makes for a healthy relationship.

[ToUtahNow]

I'll still hold your hand Rick. Public affection makes for a healthy relationship.

I know I said I would support you two but..........:barf:

Mark

[DuckButter]

I know I said I would support you two but..........:barf:

Mark
:barf::barf::barf::barf:

[Cuda]

If anybody else wants one I have one I used 3 times but don't need anymore since I got the bigger machine.

[MrsSeatDown]

I'll still hold your hand Rick. Public affection makes for a healthy relationship.

Crack, walking and holding his hand comes with LOTS of responsibility.

You have to have your stupid meter in fine tune. You must sense a stupid thing will come out of his mouth BEFORE it actually does. Then you have to prevent him from saying it.:eek:

I find grabbing his nuts is the most effective method. You can use your own method if you find it works better though:p

Good Luck-he is officially your responsibility now:D

[DuckButter]

I find grabbing his nuts is the most effective method. You can use your own method if you find it works better though:p
WHAT?!?!?:thud::rotflmao::lol::nono: :thud::rotflmao::lol::nono:
I had to quote that, just to see if it weren'y my eyes playin' tricks on me.

[ToUtahNow]

WHAT?!?!?:thud::rotflmao::lol::nono: :thud::rotflmao::lol::nono:
I had to quote that, just to see if it weren'y my eyes playin' tricks on me.

Don't put too much into it as they like to walk around the Farmer's Market. There is a place there called Ultimate Nuts. If Rick acts up she takes his bag of nuts away which really upsets him.

Mark

[MrsSeatDown]

WHAT?!?!?:thud::rotflmao::lol::nono: :thud::rotflmao::lol::nono:
I had to quote that, just to see if it weren'y my eyes playin' tricks on me.


:DRick doesn't come with an off button or a filter. Sometimes he needs help:D


Don't put too much into it as they like to walk around the Farmer's Market. There is a place there called Ultimate Nuts. If Rick acts up she takes his bag of nuts away which really upsets him.

Mark

:winknudge: Don't even think about taking away his candy:)

[Root Ranger]

The "rootranger / reverse turbo " has evolved, at least here in Oz. The USA will catch on sooner or later. 1/2" models for 30 l/m to 50l/m are appearing on the shelves of jetting outlets

[plumberscrack]

Crack, walking and holding his hand comes with LOTS of responsibility.

Good Luck-he is officially your responsibility now:D

You seem awfully quick to give him away. Is he defective?

The "rootranger / reverse turbo " has evolved, at least here in Oz. The USA will catch on sooner or later. 1/2" models for 30 l/m to 50l/m are appearing on the shelves of jetting outlets

When you say evolved exactly what do you mean? A smaller sleeker design? or better cleaning action?

[HVAC HAWK]

this thread has gotten way way way off track :bravo:

:thisthreadisworthle

[MrsSeatDown]

[QUOTE=plumberscrack;145673]You seem awfully quick to give him away. Is he defective?



[QUOTE]

Oh please don't make me answer that:eek::happydance:

Hawk, the nozzle is already sold to Gene Bickford:bravo:

[ToUtahNow]

I believe I have a brand new Root Ranger sitting in a box in my garage.

Mark

[plumberscrack]

I believe I have a brand new Root Ranger sitting in a box in my garage.

Mark
Let the bidding begin!

[PLUMBER RICK]

I believe I have a brand new Root Ranger sitting in a box in my garage.

Mark

Let the bidding begin!

$250.00

going once, twice, sold:D

rick.

[ToUtahNow]

Let the bidding begin!


$250.00

going once, twice, sold:D

rick.

Sorry but mine is already spoken for as it is part of a package deal which includes two Ridgid Jetters.

Mark

[MrsSeatDown]

I believe I have a brand new Root Ranger sitting in a box in my garage.

Mark

Sorry but mine is already spoken for as it is part of a package deal which includes two Ridgid Jetters.

Mark

Mark, you are just a big tease!:D

[PLUMBER RICK]

Sorry but mine is already spoken for as it is part of a package deal which includes two Ridgid Jetters.

Mark


mark, your like the girls i dated:confused:

a big tease:kiss::kma:

rick.

[ToUtahNow]

Mark, you are just a big tease!:D


Qui Moi ?

Marque

[ToUtahNow]

mark, your like the girls i dated:confused:

a big tease:kiss::kma:

rick.

I already told you where my was committed to you just weren't paying attention.

Mark :slap:

[MrsSeatDown]

Qui Moi ?

Marque

I am beginning to think that you are jealous of Crack and Rick and want to get in on the action:hug::kiss::rotflmao1:

[ToUtahNow]

I am beginning to think that you are jealous of Crack and Rick and want to get in on the action:hug::kiss::rotflmao1:

Just what action would that be. I figure while crack keeps Rick busy we will have more time to spend with you.

Mark :party-on:

[MrsSeatDown]

Just what action would that be. I figure while crack keeps Rick busy we will have more time to spend with you.

Mark :party-on:

Perfect! You crack me up!:party-time:

[Gene Bickford]

HOLY CRAP!
I just got the Root Ranger in the mail and put it in a 10' piece of clear PVC. The thing must weigh close to 2lbs so I was thinking, howw the hell is this thing going to pull itself through a pipe with my 3.5 gal jetter? and then BAMM!!:eek: it took off like a friggin rocket. I still can't believe the power that thing has. The water was shooting out so damn fast it was creating a vacuum on the other end so I set a 1" rock on the end and it sucked it in and spit it out the other end.
I was pretty bummed about missing the round up but this just made my weekend.:love:
THANK-YOU GREG (AERO1) THANK-YOU, THANK-YOU, THANK-YOU!!!!
I've been wanting to try the Root Ranger for a while now and at that price I couldn't pass it up.:way-to-go::dance::bow-down:
I can't wait to try it out in the real world. I set one up for Monday A.M. to try it but he might just find me out there at 3:A.M. tonight:D

[gear junkie]

Can you post job pics of the ranger. I wonder if ranger sales have picked up since the talk on the forum? It seems not many of us knew about them before this.

[plumberscrack]

I love a happy ending :happydance:

We will miss you too, Gene

[mrs. westcoast]

I love a happy ending :happydance:

We will miss you too, Gene


This is better then watching Oprah:boring:

[aero1]

HOLY CRAP!
I just got the Root Ranger in the mail and put it in a 10' piece of clear PVC. The thing must weigh close to 2lbs so I was thinking, howw the hell is this thing going to pull itself through a pipe with my 3.5 gal jetter? and then BAMM!!:eek: it took off like a friggin rocket. I still can't believe the power that thing has. The water was shooting out so damn fast it was creating a vacuum on the other end so I set a 1" rock on the end and it sucked it in and spit it out the other end.
I was pretty bummed about missing the round up but this just made my weekend.:love:
THANK-YOU GREG (AERO1) THANK-YOU, THANK-YOU, THANK-YOU!!!!
I've been wanting to try the Root Ranger for a while now and at that price I couldn't pass it up.:way-to-go::dance::bow-down:
I can't wait to try it out in the real world. I set one up for Monday A.M. to try it but he might just find me out there at 3:A.M. tonight:D
gene it was a pleasure all the way around, enjoy. greg:)

[PLUMBER RICK]

Can you post job pics of the ranger. I wonder if ranger sales have picked up since the talk on the forum? It seems not many of us knew about them before this.

they will be demo-ing one at the roundup. figure 3000psi 4 gpm machine.

matt, is all over this;)

if we talk about the root ranger on the forum in a positive manner, they will sell;)

just look at the k-60:D

i use the pressure washer version of a root ranger. and i know the power and cleaning potential it has.

looking forward to the real test.

also the jet vac pump too.

rick.

[Gene Bickford]

just a test to see if this works(posting video) if it dose I'll post more later http://www.youtube.com/v/KgkZg9xSw3g&hl=en"></param><param

[gear junkie]

nope, video is a no go.

[plumberscrack]

Works fine for me...pretty cool

Now I'm worried the thing will burn a hole in my hose

[Aaron91]

Worked fine for me too.

[westcoastplumber]

so thats the root ranger in action? thats a 3gpm jetter?? how thick is that branch??

thanks for your answers;)

[gear junkie]

Saw the video thanks to aaron. Pretty impressive.

[PLUMBER RICK]

i like it;)

actually the rpm's are slower than i thought. that's a good thing.

my rotary nozzle is real fast for cleaning concrete.

the slower the rpm, the better the cutting. more cutting, less spraying.

thanks for the video, gene.

rick.

[HVAC HAWK]

well if work is slow you can work for the lumber co debarking trees for them :D

[Gene Bickford]

well if work is slow you can work for the lumber co debarking trees for them :D

When I was a kid we built this house, sort of a log cabin. One of the worst jobs was debarking all the ceder by hand, wish I had the root ranger then.

[Gene Bickford]

i like it;)

actually the rpm's are slower than i thought. that's a good thing.

my rotary nozzle is real fast for cleaning concrete.

the slower the rpm, the better the cutting. more cutting, less spraying.

thanks for the video, gene.

rick.

actually the rpm's are quite high, so fast in fact, the camera doesn't pick it all up so the rotary action looks different in person.

[Gene Bickford]

so thats the root ranger in action? thats a 3gpm jetter?? how thick is that branch??

thanks for your answers;)

3.5 gal jetter

branch is pine about 3" od. tore the bark right off but left the wood as smooth as a baby's bottom.

[Gene Bickford]

Works fine for me...pretty cool

Now I'm worried the thing will burn a hole in my hose

I've been wondering the same thing

[PLUMBER RICK]

actually the rpm's are quite high, so fast in fact, the camera doesn't pick it all up so the rotary action looks different in person.

interesting illusion.

then the nozzle is pretty much the same design as what i use for cleaning concrete. makes a big wining noise and moves a lot of air.

rick.

[PLUMBER RICK]

3.5 gal jetter

branch is pine about 3" od. tore the bark right off but left the wood as smooth as a baby's bottom.

remember gene, the nozzle will be touching the roots and have the most impact at the point of contact. also when was the last time we encountered 3'' roots that were dried like a log.

the normal stuff we encounter is alive and soft tissue. not a tree trunk:D

i'm more concerned with it pulling through a 4'' 1/4 bend.

will it do 3'' straight pipe?

rick.

[Cuda]

Root RAnger
3" Straight = YES
3" With bends = lots of wrestling with the hose to get it running out and same to bring it back.
Since I got my new 3/8 red hose my Warthog just goes out and comes back with ease!

[Gene Bickford]

Cuda,
Have you noticed any pitting or premature ware on you hose from using the root ranger?

[Cuda]

No I have not, nothing bad but it does spray only backward so it will shine the hose a little, question do you use the hose directly into the unit or do you use the supplied steel piece for doing 6" lines?

[Gene Bickford]

Paper says extension is to stabilize in a 6 or 8" line and never go in over 8". I'm thinking this is due to the head turning itself around and shooting back out to you. This is one of the biggest causes for jetting related injury.
To answer your question, Yes, I will be using the extension.
Today was going to be test day but so far we are getting rained out.

[Cuda]

What size line and what size hose and how long come to mind as they all work hand in hand. The root ranger and your machine size are perfect but then it comes down to the length and pipe size you are doing since you are in Maine your jobs and mine are probably different since I am in the city usually doing short runs to the sewer. I have now increased my hose size to 1/2" to get full flow with my machine at 10 gmp but with my 5gpm machine on 3-4" lines I found 3/8 worked great! and even 1/4" hose did well but it was hard to make loops with to get past bends and offsets.