Decent chutes in working order priced reasonably are scarce regardless of locale.After months of watching for a chute to pop up at a decent price, I finally snagged one. I didnt think it would be that hard to find, but there are a lot of people out here (Utah) that seem to want one as well. Not the fanciest in the world, but it will work
Bigfoot said:Next I want a tub.
Glad you scored a used chute & found the suggestions helpful! Generally speaking, reputation elderly chutes were made with high quality steel. That said if you intend to reinforce & paint take a good look at the condition of the floor & foot cleats._H Ranch said:Thanks guys for all the advice. Ive got some spare time, might replace some rusty pieces and repaint. Thanks again.
Dave said:A lot of those older Powder River chutes were not very long. They work great for yearlings but cows tend to be bigger than they were back in the day. They are still usable. It is just that a long built cow might not entirely fit into the chute.
Not surprised. ;-) Its really worth the time and effort to regulary rake the manure out and better still, hose it throughly.The floor is shot.