{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrhsmega","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Homesteader Cider Press \u0026 Grinder MEGA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet the press, powered-grinding accessories and basic supplies in one model-matched package. The Homesteader MEGA Kit combines the corresponding cider press and grinder with its motor and retractable-wheel kits, reducing the number of separate compatibility choices for a new setup. Turn an apple harvest into juice with one press-and-grinder station. The Homesteader places its Apple Eater grinder behind a single tub, so prepared fruit falls into the same tub used for pressing. It suits home orchards that want the hardwood construction and larger screw assembly of the American Harvester in a single-tub layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the Homesteader for a single-tub workflow. Grind fruit into pulp, stop the grinder, then set up the pressing disk and screw for extraction. The screw is operated manually; a grinder motor kit does not automate pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-tub press with Apple Eater grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard-maple construction with notched, cross-bolted joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/2 inches diameter × 22 inches long; Acme thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing disk\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with reinforced lifting handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished press wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinder drive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded motor kit; supplier motor-kit specification is 1\/2 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing operation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual screw; motor drives the grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomesteader press and grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching motor kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetractable wheel kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pint of EZ-DO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetrol-Gel lubricant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pressing bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wooden press is supplied unfinished unless the separately priced factory-finish option is selected where available. Included EZ-DO is a finishing supply, not a claim that the press arrives coated. Assemble and install the motor guards as instructed, and allow any finish to cure before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer warranty terms apply to the supplied equipment. Contact Prepper Hideout for help with a warranty claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your wood finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Standard unfinished","offer_id":67943959036214,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderBIGKIT","price":1995.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Factory EZ-DO finish","offer_id":67943959068982,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderBIGKIT-EZDO-FINISHED","price":2445.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrhsmega-white-background.png?v=1794086087","url":"https:\/\/prepperhideout.com\/products\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrhsmega","provider":"Prepper Hideout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}