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[@OntarioFirewoodResource]

Hello from Toronto!. Great video! I had the pleasure of meeting Andrew and touring his facility.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks! Yes I saw your video a while back. Nice folks at Eastonmade. Thanks for tuning in!

[@Iowaflyboy1]

I bought an Eastonmade 12-28 last year and absolutely love it. Good machine, very reliable.

[@GPOutdoors]

Nice Tom!

[@rockyroad5035]

Didn't know there was a 12-28. Maybe it is a 12-22 or a 22-28?

[@JD-hh9io]

Your a nice man. Thank you.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thank you kindly for the comment, JD! Have a wonderful weekend .:)

[@markdiulio9424]

Enjoyed the video good comparison between the two

[@dougdavis4439]

That's a nice splitter GP! Enjoyed watching you share these different models and their features! Thank you!

[@GPOutdoors]

Good stuff Doug! And thanks very much for your kind generosity on Dan's livestream last week. Greatly appreciated and wish you all the best! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@dougdavis4439]

@@GPOutdoors Thanks for getting back to me! I really enjoy your channel and it was good seeing you on the live stream! You two talked like old friends. I like showing a little love for good people, paying it forward! I hope you're having nice weather, 75 in north GA today, whew! Lol. Have a nice rest of your week!

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Gord - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. A super comparison video. I referred to the small pusher plate in a previous video. Andrew's reasoning behind his explanation for its small size escapes me as you could apply that logic to any splitter. I remain apprehensive of its operation when the 4 way is used as a number of bigger pieces were pushed sideways partially split and were drop hazards. A comoromise might be to have the plate wider but not taller. Every video of the Ultra that I have viewed showed the larger pieces behaving as with you. However, the Ultra is likely to tick every box on your list of priorities so you will be a Happy Chappie!

[@scottmoorhouse5664]

Got an idea Gord. You take the Ultra and talk Guy into getting the 5-11. Nice head of hair, mine is all gone. CHEERS my friend and stay safe.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Morning Scott. Yup, forgot my hat! Great idea - I'll have to ply him full of "coffee" in order to talk him into it. LOL!

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin''? That splitter sure is fast!!! I think that would be a big draw for a lot of people. Especially for a one way splitter, waiting for the ram to retract just seems like such a waste of time!!! Thanks for the review and thanks to Andrew for setting you with this model!!! Take care!!!

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Grampie. She is fast. We'll see how she handles the elm today. Have a great weekend!

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

Nice splitter, all of them

[@johnambro7181]

For 5,000 it's quite the rig. Really like the off feed table size. Almost too much machine for your needs, that brave rig looks to be the charm.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning John. Thanks for your thoughts. It is for sure - we still have and use the BRAVE - she's sitting in the woodshed ready to go! Take care!

[@houndsmanone4563]

GP, that 5-11 combined with conveyor is one good looking and fine working combination. The Ultra wood splitter too is a good looking machine and the removable tongue is ideal. I really like those nice large wheels., and the heavy duty platform. Vanguard engine is a powerful and dependable engine. I had a 10000W generator with Vanguard motor and was strong, easy to start, easy to work on, and not difficult to find OEM maintenance parts. Boy the 5-11 and Ultra fired up with ease. Thanks GP for a quality video. I enjoyed a full-watch., my friend. I think the Ultra should meet your personal needs for the amount of wood you need during a season. Wishing you, Guy, and friends a fine week. 👍🏽🙂

[@bobpurs]

Nice splitters he makes. 👍

[@GPOutdoors]

He sure does Bob!

[@skeets6060]

Well come spring time maybe Andrew will bring you guys a small Bell fire wood processer,, that would be cool !

[@thatguyc5899]

Great video Gord. I have read many reviews about the Ultra, great machine, but I have to agree that the pusher plate is too small. That is the reason the pieces rotate out to the sides or upward because there is no area of pusher plate constraining the angular pivot at there base.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning TGC! Hope you are doing well. Thanks for the thoughts on it - I am going to talk with Andrew. It makes it hard to manage the round going through for sure. Thanks and all the best!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Really fun day by the look of it. How much total snow is on the roof of the wood shed?

[@InTheWoodyard]

I have put over 6 semi truck loads thru my Eastonmade Ultra in the last few months and it just works great, fast and easy to run!

[@EastonmadeWoodSplitters]

Great video gord. Thanks for letting us be a part of it!!!

[@GPOutdoors]

Always a pleasure Andrew! Thanks again!

[@MrPabco]

Good morning GP. I don’t know... think about your old age days. You’re going to miss those NICE hydraulic features and the superior table. The ultra seems to spit larger rounds off the side (= yet more bending). Being able to automatically adjust the head height is also a feature I would love. Just my opinion, but the Ultra seems better suited to a younger back 😎. Thank you for the comparison though. Cheers!

[@chrisparenti2461]

My vote, bring the 5-11 back. Your back will thank you too 😄

[@GPOutdoors]

:)) Cheers Chris!

[@nelsonsr.jenking725]

Those splitters sure go through that wood in a hurry !! Wonder how they would work on my knotty spruce here !! Have a great day and be kind !!

[@GPOutdoors]

You too Nelson!

[@tomwaldo9556]

I had a few opportunities to run the ultra that JPF has. If you can keep wood on the beam it will split a lot of wood fast. I like it.

[@oustab]

I wish you could keep the 5-11. I like it more

[@glenspryszak6005]

That "winged" 4 way is dangerous.

[@jh9855]

Love the sound of the wood being split. All that is missing in your video is the smell of the wood. Can’t wait to see your snow video.

[@GPOutdoors]

Me too Jean! Hope you are keeping warm and safe!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Good evening Gord, That’s a great looking splitter Andrew brought to you. Really a great looking and working unit. That unit will get a good workout around there pretty quick. Thanks to everyone for sharing with us us today. Keep up the good work and videos. Fred.👍👍👏🏻👏🏻

[@altonhenderson4120]

Get the bigger one Gordon , it will split anything you throw at it . That log lift and hydraulic adjustable blade is a must , yu know we are not getting any younger . Always remember there is no replacement for displacement when talking wood splitters . I also like that Canadian accent ..., eh .

[@TheDriftlessHomestead]

I think those are the best splitters on the market. It's nice to see them work side by side. I ordered a 12-22 because I want to make square wood, fast.

[@markhowes126]

I have a 12-22 don't use the log lift very often because I bring rounds to the splitter. Don't take the splitter to the rounds. If I get a big one I just noodle it with the chainsaw. I love the adjustable 4 way wedge. Very seldom use the 6 way you need just the right sized blocks for it to work right, its not handy for results. But the ultra is half the price of 12-22, maybe I should've....?

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good day GP 🌞 I have a confession GP ( I'M IN LOVE WITH THAT Eastonmade Ultra WOOD SPLITTER 💖💖👍👌😊 ) Very well ergonomically and strongly built 💪💪💪😊 Very Well Quality built ( hydro hose, Engine and strong steel and the quality of the paint is OUTSTANDING 😊💪👌👍 GP you can use your front FEL of your tractor to have the heavy log close to your wood splitter table ( same level ) 👍👌😊 So you can save you back of every one 👍 Great team work of wood splitter demo video GP 😊👍 Keep up the OUTSTANDING WORL GP 🌞👍😊 It snowed the 7 times last past week ( I have 15cm this morning !!!! again,,,, 🥴😮😊👍

[@ba00173]

Hello Gord! Truly a nice machine, fast, light but robust. The only thing I doubt is the four-blades wedge. It doesn’t seem suited to do his job well. I see the logs going up and turning outwards, which can get disturbing in the long run. Finally, I will follow the next episodes to see its use. Thanks for sharing! Yves, Boisbriand, Quebec.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Yves. Yes, me too. I will have to get used to managing the angled wings on that 4 way. We'll see in time. Thanks for tuning in and for your thoughts on it. Have a great weekend!

[@mitch_smith]

Wait a minute, that's not Guy or Bobby!!!! great job GP.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Have a great weekend Mitch!

[@christhomas9837]

The Ultra looks like a great splitter but the last few trees I've had to split there are at least 10 rounds I can't get off the ground. For me I think I need to save up for the 5-11. I just looked on the website and I think they've gone up in the last few months.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good afternoon Chris! I have to say I really liked the 5-11. Had everything my lower back and hip would appreciate. LOL!

[@d.a.ballou9740]

Nice splitters, but I'm still not convinced about the push plate and that winged wedge. It still beats an axe or a maul! :)

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! I'll say DA! We'll give it a good workout and see. Have a great weekend!

[@rogerbelanger295]

I love the simple clean design of the ultra. I would probably use it using a single wedge.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Roger! I am going to use the 4 way for a while and then perhaps try out the single. Have a good one!

[@terryluebbe2560]

All these Easrmades have a nice table height. I wouldn't want a 4-way wedge without hydraulic height adjustment. With the speed, you may be better off with a single wedge, unless you want to make kindling at the same time. I personally prefer the 5-11. Cheers

[@mitchz.6234]

Hey Gord...here's my 3 cents.....that Ultra is fast, but over time because of that high table that's a lot of lifting. It will take a toll on your backs.....so my choice for you 3 guys would be Andy's Eastonmade Axis Vertical model with 8' conveyer....That is one sweet splitter. Have you tried that one?

[@marclauzon1882]

Ultra quick (new advertising) I’m on the Easton build list for a 5-11 . The cradle design and the lift are what I think important to me. Anyway that was fun watching Gerry , Andrew and your crew together.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Marc. Good stuff and congrats! I have to say, I am already missing that lift and cradle for sure. Especially given my lower back and hip issues. Take care and all the best!

[@ronalddean4834]

Hi G.P. great splitter, to me it's an industrial splitter for homeowners. It has some great features that the 511 has like the return detent and the table height plus being able to tow from either end. Thanks for sharing have a wonderful week

[@GPOutdoors]

You too Ronald!

[@rohoroyarrington3224]

Seeing another variation on a splitter is always fun to see GP. The snowfall was a perfect backdrop for the video. On another topic, how long does it normally take for things to ship to the states? I'm really looking forward to getting the ISO tunes. Have a great week and be safe Cheers

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day Roy! Definitely been long delivery times since the pandemic last March, but I shipped it the day you ordered (or next morning) and sent you an email with the USPS tracking # so you can go on the USPS website and see where the package is. Good luck and let me know how you like them. Thanks for your support and have a good weekend!

[@rohoroyarrington3224]

@@GPOutdoors Hey GP, i missed the email. I just checked, it said expected delivery on 1 March. Thanks for the update Cheers

[@randyteal3420]

GP you couldn’t pry that 5-11 away from me. It’s great with the hydraulic wedge and log lift. Although an excellent machine I don’t need the speed of the ultra. Looking forward to your review.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! I can see why and I don't blame you Randy! Have a great weekend!

[@Living-The-Dream]

I still feel that push plate is a bit too small....it pushes the wood UP when following thru......love the speed and the quality build though....IMHO

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning LTD. Thanks for the thoughts on it. I am finding the wood splays sideways quite a bit. I put in a call to talk with Andrew. Thanks again!

[@davidedwards3734]

Great looking machine. Will watch to see if you miss tge log lift. Was leaning towards one, but. Will watch and make decision

[@GPOutdoors]

I hear you David! My lower back and hip are already missing the extra options for sure - but we'll put it through it's paces. Love the speed and high table etc. Have a great weekend!

[@GaryGreenway]

I see a whole lot of wood falling off the splitter before the wedge (Like at 12:00). Let’s hope they improve that table design or offer an extended width table option. I added an extension to mine (different brand) and it made a world of difference.

[@bartholdlichtenbelt8089]

After seeing your video, I tried to order an Ultra splitter. Right now the wait to get one is May 2022 (not 2021, 2022) :-( I can't wait that long. really disappointing.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning. I understand he is backed up pretty far with orders. Great machines but that is a long wait. Good luck and all the best!

[@bartholdlichtenbelt8089]

@@GPOutdoors Thank you! Based on one of your other videos, I ordered a split-fire log splitter instead. Bit cheaper too, although still 15 weeks out before it ships. They were happy to hear I found them through your channel.

[@GPOutdoors]

Congrats on the new splitter. Split-Fire makes a great unit. It will last you forever I think. I think alot of manufacturers are dealing with supply shortage and lots of orders since last year. But hey, you will have it in time for after the spring mud starts to dry up! Good luck and let me know how you like it!

The speed on this is amazing but I can't help to notice the angled wings on the wedge seem like a bad idea, we see wood is often shooting out the side because of the angle. I'd take this splitter with a regular 4-way straight wedge.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks for the great feedback. I think that might help - a few other folks suggested that the push plate needs to be bigger. Thanks again!

[@peterkober6758]

G P the Ultra is great I believe it's the one for you or me if we doing wood thank you God Bless All PaK

[@outsidewithstevep]

Now this ultra is something that I could see buying.

[@aldiminico6513]

The only thing that I don’t like about The Ultra, is the Ram is small and sometimes the rounds seem to ride up. It is definitely fast.I like the big push plate on the 5-11. Best of luck👍

[@boliveira3533]

Curious. Do you prefer the hydraulic lifts for the rounds or the speed?

[@pierrebastien5222]

Would you buy it for less than 10 cords/year ? Good splitter but too expensive for residentials as us.

[@johnmedlin5894]

I like that Ultra, that is a really nice splitter.

[@bwillan]

That Ultra splitter is really quick. With the manual height adjustment on the 4 way wedge, it might require sorting the firewood rounds by size to minimize the amount of resplitting. GP, it will be interesting to see your opinion on it after using it for a while.

[@gerarddemaiter6905]

Ultra is great for the price point but a 5-11 with the optional auto cycle would be a much better splitter. Splitter would complete the stroke while you get the next piece and is a huge productivity increase. Watching pieces get pushed aside on the ultra gets old fast

[@newhampshire-bob1604]

I like the speed but would like a log lift, hydraulic adjustment for the wedge and maybe the tray about 12" longer. Then maybe we have something to talk about! Because I am not getting any younger!

[@GPOutdoors]

Some great options Bob! I know I will miss them myself. LOL! Cheers!

[@philu782]

Hi Gord, forget my questions in the previous video..... I got all my answers here it this one ! Again great machines these Eastonmade! I must say, it starts to itch to get me an Ultra also ... don't tell the missus ;-) Phil

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Cheers and good luck Phil...just hide it 'round back for a while...:))

[@garybenedict3394]

Great video GP. Sorry I gave you a hard time on your last video but dads need a free pass at times. Work safe.

[@casycasy5199]

the ultra looks nice very fast.that 4 way wedge makes a lot of the longs fall off to the side ??? that might bother me

[@thethriftysuburbanite5251]

They are both nice machines! I am older and work alone most of the time, so the ram speed of the Ultra would probably wear me out keeping up with it. A helper feeding me rounds would make a big difference. The lift and hydraulic wedge on the 511 would make it my preference.

[@GPOutdoors]

I agree TFS! I know my lower back will miss the hydraulic log table and wedge adjustment. Thanks for the comments - have a good weekend!

[@wireedm1]

Jealous of that pretty snow, Gordon. And, Andrew's splitters are always impressive. Enjoyed watching, thanks for posting the videos.

[@SuperDave21]

That model really seems like a fit for you, what are your immediate thoughts on it? Pros and Cons? Thanks for sharing your channel!

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning SD! I am looking forward to working it. I must admit I do miss the log lift and the cradle of the 5-11. I will have to get used to the angled wings on the 4 way wedge for sure. Stay tuned - have a great weekend!

[@n3qdz]

The ultra always amazes in the production! Always love to see Andrew and great videos!

[@xoxo2008oxox]

Elbow greeting? Ya got gloves on! But I do like both the splitters... we need another extended review! :)

[@christhomas9837]

I have a bad habit of wiping my face even with my gloves on but I can't wipe my face with my elbow. I probably would have had a mask on too, I don't mind wearing them.

[@daveabercrombie3446]

Thanks for the video. I really enjoy watching you guys running the Eastonmade splitters! You're making my decision on which model to order both harder and easier! I'm partial to the log lift and the cradle models myself but the speed, ease of handling, and value of the Ultra certainly make it attractive. Cheers!

[@Cinder2008]

Now I get it! I looked at the episode numbers. I’m sure there is a reason for the release order. Eight way, I enjoyed the videos.

[@GPOutdoors]

:)) Cheers David! Just trying to mix things up a bit. :)) Have a great weekend!

[@MJADoingStuff]

If it had a log lift or can be set to a vertical position I think the Ultra would be the perfect machine for me

[@joebagadonitz]

By's ye had a great day for it!

[@bzyfry200807]

Is there a model between the ultra and 511

[@Surferjo]

The sound of freshly split wood in the morning can’t be beat

[@Morpheen999]

Those Wood splitters look amazing but as far as i know in my area at least, people burn wood because they don't wanna fork out the money for conventional heat.. Buy a used chainsaw for $100 an old wood splitter for $800 and heat off their land/free wood that they get from whoever... township, hydro, friends, farmers not drop 5-10k on a wood splitter

[@rockandrattleretreat5830]

I got have a lot of really large and heavy wood to be lifting them up that high. Looks like Guy may need to clear his roof of snow before it gets deeper.

[@cliftonsnider1520]

It looks to me like the angled splitter wings push a lot of big wood over the side.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day Clifton. Me too - I think I may have to learn to 'manage' the split as it goes through. We'll see. Thanks!

[@tomfillmore9710]

Nice splitter very fast good job hope they saved you a sandwich take care

[@gordonthompson4376]

Gord would be nice to know the prices of some of his products. Would it be affordable for the average person to purchase

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Gordon. Great question - he posts all his prices on his website - perhaps take a look and see. Cheers!

[@GrampysTractor]

You may have a Log Ox but the lifting to the higher table will get you down. The hydraulic 4 way splitter and lift would make this a great machine better .

[@regsparkes6507]

I do like those Eastonmade Splitters. ( no I don't own one, yet! )

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Reg!

[@larryceaser1706]

hey GP just noticed you have solar panels on your roof can you email me with the configuration you have pls Looking at getting some help with Ontario Hydro lmao Many Thanks

[@GPOutdoors]

Happy to Larry! Email me at gordpotter55 at gmail dot com. Cheers!

[@benmiller5003]

If you want to see my Ultra from Andrew i got a KZbin channel

[@benmiller5003]

It’s called Bens log splitting 01

[@jamesbainton]

I wonder how many time Jerry with a G had to stop driving there to sell a woodsplitter! I am betting 3.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! It was an easy sell... :) LOL!

[@janking2762]

Dumping the split wood onto the ground instead of into a wagon or loader isn’t very efficient. My fire wood includes pieces up to 24-36” diameter, the tilt up vertical splitter makes this a lot easier than lifting the wood onto a horizontal splitter. I see a lot of wasted motion in these videos, as much as I like them otherwise.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Jan. Yes, I appreciate your comments. For sure, it was not an efficient split - we don't split this way normally but was a must for the purpose of the video. I don't like to handle wood more than I have to. Thanks for the note - we don't get alot of big stuff here but for sure , if you are splitting big diameter stuff like you have, a hydraulic lift is a must have, I think. Thanks for sharing your thoughts this morning!

[@janking2762]

Context rules!

[@christopherkasik3291]

I am sarcastally giving it a thumbs down , only because the Eastonmade in not in my backyard splitting my wood pile !!!! LOL I am still amazed at that cycle time and in not being a kinetic drive!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Well thanks for letting me know Christopher - I can't argue with that. Of course, if you lived really close, I'd get over there and start splitting! :)) Cheers!

[@christopherkasik3291]

@@GPOutdoors you will most certainly need a passport!! Save a trip down for the summer and hit up the CT shore for the weekend too !

[@johnevans6053]

0:50 sec GP... I didn't know you had hair !!! I thought you were bald like me. I think that was the first time you weren't wearing a hat in several years of video's.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Morning Tom. Well, I think the girls brought on the grey hairs but I'm still holding on to some. LOL!

[@OGAOutdoors]

Great video Gord always good to see Andrew swing by lots of good info there. The cycle time on that Ultra is really impressive. Take care and be safe.