County Line 25 Ton Log Splitter Engine Seized - Will it Run?

We ran into a few issues trying to get it going. It was almost too good to be true.
This video is for entertainment purposes only.

[@MichaelJohnson-cm4wp]

I bought from TSC a customer return that he had used for a bit..But it would not run when I looked at it..TSC had left it out in the rain and that infamous air cleaner had let water into the carb and even the tank had water..Cleared that out and the engine started..This was all at home as I bought it for 60 % off retail price..

[@judge058]

I’ve got the same splitter that I bought used. Got it home and split a couple face cords then the hydraulic valve started messing up. On the top of the ram is an 800 telephone number which I called and even though I bought it used they sent me a new valve, no charge. Great splitter, I too bought the log catcher table, great addition!

[@markhattendorf6084]

Mine did the same thing. Water and moisture make their way in because of the crappy air filter cover design and partially seize the engine if it is stored outside for long periods of time. Keep it covered and it will run like a noisy ass champ.

[@ktheim6]

I was getting ready to bring my 25 ton back...when i viewed your video.

[@jeffreiser8140]

Water will get in the carburetor if not covered. Also shut off gas when transporting over the road,gas will get in the oil engine will seize up,mine did.

[@tgkg]

Thanks for making this video. I almost took mine back. I might be looking to upgraded to a honda motor in the future.

[@5807141]

I've had my CL 25 ton for 4 years now and its paid for itself 4 times over as I only heat with wood. This is all the splitter that most anyone will need. I paid $ 900 then and I see now they're going for north of $1500. One other thing, I would not tow this for more that a VERY SLOW mile on paved roads as the ''axles'', such as they are, are welded to the hyd. tank and that in itself is a terrible design. Another other thing, I do most of my splitting in the vertical position but at times I need to split up some starter kindling for the smoker and I do that horizontally so I'm going make up a log catch.

[@thekingsmen2898]

Thanks. I got this exact model and looks like the exact same problem

[@johnmoyer5515]

Think mine just got low on oil & stopped running but I figured it out pretty quick but filter's leaking I noticed.

[@tomm3688]

Good job on trouble shooting!

[@GibsonPewter]

So my County Line 20 ton seized just like yours and I preformed same hand cranking w/socket wrench. What do you believe was the cause of the temporary freeze. Mine had been sitting outside (under cover) for several weeks since last used. Definitely gave me a scare!

[@ktheim6]

Too much oil in your lawn mower may cause the engine to not run well and cause damaging results. Too much oil can cause your engine to overheat which can result in seal damage, blown gaskets or becoming hydrolocked.

[@JD-os2kr]

I'm literally having the same problem.