Posted by kruser on June 15, 2010 at 17:25:04 from (75.145.182.121):
In Reply to: Bales per hour/day?? posted by Casey in Ky on June 15, 2010 at 16:00:34:
Thanks for the memories!
Back in the mid 70's, we could put up between 1000 to 2000 bales in one day - with help and not too far away! Course it was kinda like clockwork - breakdowns not counted!
1) Hay Mocoed and raked in the "dry" morning.
2) Baler and rack man changed every load.
3) Prolly 4 guys in the haymow and 2 hauling in who rotated with the guys in the mow.
Still remember we'd stop about 3 PM +/- to have a sandwich, iced tea and a cookie.
Boy, I'm worn out now - BUT - those's were the days! Pretty sure I couldn't keep up now.
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