Vermeer BC1500XL Diesel Catalytic Converter Rebuild
New England Supply House is the only company in the U.S. rebuilding wood chipper catalytic converters.
The Vermeer BC1500 and BC1500XL are 15-inch capacity brush chippers with Vermeer's SmartFeed system. Diesel versions run a Cummins Tier 4 Final engine with DOC/DPF aftertreatment. The stop-start cycle of production chipping degrades these systems over time. New England Supply House rebuilds them through our core-exchange program.
Engine & Exhaust System
| Engine | Cummins Tier 4 Final Diesel |
|---|---|
| Catalyst Type | Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) + diesel particulate filter (DPF) |
Why Catalytic Converters Fail on This Machine
Cummins Tier 4 Final aftertreatment on this engine uses a diesel oxidation catalyst and diesel particulate filter. The compact size makes it a popular choice for mid-size chippers, but the aftertreatment system requires consistent operating conditions to regenerate properly. Wood chipper duty — bursts of high load followed by shutdown — limits passive regen cycles. Progressive soot loading and ash accumulation degrade the DPF substrate over time, reducing exhaust flow and triggering backpressure fault codes.
What’s Included in the Rebuild
- Full disassembly and inspection of the catalyst housing and substrate
- New catalyst substrate installed to OEM specifications
- Reassembly using your existing housing (core exchange — your housing returns to you)
- Performance verification before return shipping
- Warranty against manufacturing defects
How Core Exchange Works
Core exchange is required — we rebuild your catalytic converter, so we need your core to complete the job.
- Place your order. Order the converter rebuild you need — gas or diesel — at newenglandsupplyhouse.com.
- Get your converter to us. Choose drop-off or shipping at checkout and we’ll send instructions — drop-off is by appointment at our Foxboro shop, or ship it to us from anywhere in the country. We rebuild your unit with new internals.
- Back to work in 1–2 days (typically). Standard turnaround is 1–2 business days. Need it sooner? Ask about our 24-hour rush rebuild.
Order your rebuild
Your Vermeer BC1500XL uses the diesel rebuild. Checkout takes a minute, then we email shipping or drop-off instructions for your core. Rebuilt and on its way back in 1–2 business days, typically.
Order the diesel rebuild · $1,750
Questions first? Call 774-701-6374.