Log Splitter Mod

[@post10Vlogs]

The log splitter now works fine, the hydraulic fluid was too thick in the cold weather.

[@kathyschwartz4998]

I hope this works out for you and hoping your modification doesn't void your warranty!

[@post10Vlogs]

I don't think the employees would even notice the modification and I could easily explain to somebody that it doesn't interfere with its operation at all

[@kathyschwartz4998]

Awesome! It's a great fix!

[@jamesalinio5277]

Okay, it's getting a little safer than what it was, try to find a pipe that can slip on to the handle so your face/head is further away in case, as you said that the chunk of wood explodes, being as close as you were is a safety hazard in the beginning, the ability to be back away from it reduces the injury results significantly, if you ask me, as for a gas log splitter, most already have a ball hitch coupler to go behind your car or yard tractor, if you do get one, get a vertical/horizontal, about a twenty ton power,

[@post10Vlogs]

I could honestly use that lever with my other foot, you can't put like a piece of pipe or something on it because it has to go down towards the floor maybe a 90-degree with a pipe

[@LogiForce86]

Glad to see that footpedal is working for you, Post. Just wish it was a momentary switch in the pedal, so that the machine would return when you let go off of the pressure. In other words, it would operate so long as your foot was on it. If you jumped back because of a log exploding, it would stop immediately.

[@iihype01]

That's amazing. Wish i thought of that last spring. All you need to do now is extend that lever so you can split wood in a standing position.

[@post10Vlogs]

I can probably just use the lever with my other foot, I can't put a pipe on it because it has to go in the position towards the floor but maybe a 90° angle and a pipe

[@iihype01]

@@post10Vlogs Yeah we don't have that brand in my part of Canada, and now of course i can't find the your wood splitting vid to refresh my memory of you using it.

[@iihype01]

@@post10Vlogs Found the post. What if you were to rig up a stirrup style foot bracket?

[@ericquesnel6919]

with that foot pedal you should be able to cover some Hendrix as you split it up !

[@MF-si6gn]

Don’t forget the goggles! Keep the videos coming!

[@cmandrell]

a dead man switch would be better i think any way. That way you take your foot off then it goes off

[@foobeaglebar]

NICE, those harbor freight warranties are the best. Hoping that this one just needs to get broken in and will start running better. Once the Grease in the motor gets distributed a bit better or something. Might help to run it in a warm environment for a bit so it settles where it needs to be

[@georgesmith8113]

Looks good. Hope it holds up. 👍👍👍👊😎

[@chad6849]

I am quick to start a Post 10 video when I see a new one out.

[@clairefunnell8481]

Good luck to you with your log splitter. Nice, not too loud.

[@gubberfuck]

i was about to say those welds look cheap. you are gonna break this one again i think :(

[@williaml8474]

First time, this year, wood exploded sideways, got a chest bruise spot. All the other times, over the years, pieces shot forward.

[@jurzdevil]

I have a similar design electric 5 ton unit from years ago, tractor supply i think. Same concern with the two hand operation, basically your face ends up right over the log and if the log doesnt sit perfect in the splitter it has a high chance of kicking up. almost got hit a couple times. the button in mine is in a different position so i was able to take a piece of rebar and weld it to the handle then bend it over so when you push down on the handle/rebar it hits the button and kicks it on. then releasing it shuts off and the piston springs back. much safer to keep a hand up above the log to stop it from snapping up. really have to pay attention to where your hand is but its worth it to keep a log from popping up into your face.

[@TracyBrashaw]

Not sure if you are into it or not but there are dozens of designs for home-built log splitters online. Most of them are gas-powered, but I'm sure you could do an electric version. I like home-built tools because you can build them to spec / repair them more easily when they break and the learning process is also fun.

[@donevans1884]

great video . brilliant modification .

[@middletnpyro]

Dr power makes some great splitters their kinetic 34T one is great no problems with mine for 5 years now, they also have a 5 ton electric model

[@stevenkimsey7039]

Sinus infection, get well soon!

[@stellamaggard3669]

Another interesting episode!!!

[@cherylyargeau4422]

Great vid Post Always informative 👍

[@DetectiveTrupo203]

"Massive ruckus" 👍

[@MF-si6gn]

Great name for a rock band

[@FixitFrank]

Keep your eyes open in the summer for a used hydraulic PTO driven splitter.

[@JeffKubel]

You can tow light stuff with pretty much any vehicle. I tow with my Tesla Model 3 (I tow a Honda Pioneer side by side). Just add a hitch. Would make for a cool video.

[@BeezyKing99]

if you want to have an electric hydraulic splitter, I would suggest getting the parts needed to build one as you can leave the electric motor running, to keep the hydraulic pressure up and you will have more complete control over where the pusher goes.. I have seen a gas splitter converted over to electric once before.

[@TLKKLUB]

You can entertain yourself with these cheap DIY log splitters for a while. Sooner or later you just want stability, reliablilty and machines what works without constant tinkering. Then you buy a not so cheap, semi-industrial splitter. Doesn't matter if electric or gasoline. The question is, how much money and time you throw out in the imaginary window, till you say, enough waste. :)

[@robinm6662]

Nice!

[@426superbee4]

So yes i love electric power tools! At 1st i didn't like my powersmart splitter, More i used it the more i like it. REALLY LIKE IT NOW. The way i got it on the concert blocks, and rig up! HANDS FREE OPERATION. On the block all i did was extend the lever handle out, took a rope loop it from the lever down to a wooden foot peddle, up to the power button. With a stick wedge between the button! I press the peddle pulls down the lever and button at the same time. MY BODY IS NO WHERE AROUND THE DAM THING These electric log splitters need to be 12 ton. I can get by with the 6 ton. Just the GNARLY RED OAK LOGS > NEEDS TO BE 12 TON I'am splitting these logs at 10 to 33" round! the big one, i use a wedge to bust them into half, so i can lift them. It is faster than splitting them with a wedge or maul. Just wrestling these logs around what wears me out. THE GNARLY ONES

[@svenshens]

@ 426 SUPER BEE - it would be great to see a picture of your setup with the foot pedal activating both the lever and the button. Genius!

[@426superbee4]

@@svenshens Let c? there is a video of it out already! see if i can fine it. Mine is Southern Engine newity with bailing wire> There many videos on this! like i did mine. HEY IT WORKS AND SAFE

[@426superbee4]

@@svenshens here is 1way, Mine is Southern Engine Newity with bailing wire. and standing on 8 concert block 4 in front 4 in back kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6DCk4mamcatY7c

[@fredb1973]

The foot pedal is a good idea. With the modification having the hole drilled into it will that void the warranty now?

[@post10Vlogs]

I doubt they would even notice plus I could just explain how that literally doesn't affect it at all

[@rrittenhouse]

Does this split green logs too of the stated sizes? I just had a maple fall and I am cutting it up now but I will need to split it up to dry. I'm gonna try by hand but I assume it will be a pita.

[@MrTurboturbine]

The motor sounds like it has a bad start capacitor possibly, it should start immediately like the first one.

[@MF-si6gn]

* flux capacitor lol

[@post10Vlogs]

I'm sitting in my garage with a propane heater right now heating this thing up oh, I think it's too cold the oil is too thick for it to operate properly right now its -2 outside and I think that's the issue

[@426superbee4]

Mine is a 6 ton Powersmart, It to destructive for me to have in the Garage. To bang up the wall and all the mess! When those logs explodes! The logs shoot out with legal force. I put mine on concert blocks and build a cover to lift off and on it > IT STAYS OUT SIDE > That the only thing i will have is? Cord electric power tools. NO WAY WILL I EVER OWN, ANOTHER GAS ENGINE POWER TOOLS! The electric tools are more cheaper, dependable, lighter, and less NOISE. I would go death lessening to a noisy gas engine. Plus all the headache from it

[@sc-gy3te]

I just put a bungee cord from the lever to the axel to hold it down. It let me place the pusher where I wanted by lifting up on the lever ( the lever needs to be up to allow the piston to retract) and then just used the button ( or foot switch) to operate the motor. That allowed me to have one hand free.

[@Matt-xw7te]

It won't retract until the motor turns off. Mine's the same model

[@slob0516]

Definitely 220v log splitters. Just order one without a motor and buy a motor separately.

[@slob0516]

All that stopping and starting is going to wear out the motor quickly.

[@ducewags]

@@slob0516 Well that is not a thing, as electric motors are made to start and stop many times a minute.

[@slob0516]

@@ducewags hard disagree. The solenoid determines the ability to start. Bigger the better. More juice to spin it up means faster starts and longer brush life. :)

[@ducewags]

@@slob0516 Read what I wrote again.

[@slob0516]

@@ducewags no. I don't take orders from you. You want to contradict me like a know it all child.

[@johnkoelliker8480]

Does that electric motor have a built in soft start? Slowly ramps up current to save motor and component wear.

[@post10Vlogs]

I think it's because it's too cold outside and the hydraulic oil is so thick, I'm currently heating the garage so I can use it

[@LD__]

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[@JCZ2601NL]

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[@robertstates]

Won't modifying that rig void the warranty?

[@post10Vlogs]

I doubt they will even notice the little tiny hole when I go to return it and if they do I can explain how it doesn't affect its operation at all

[@DetectiveTrupo203]

Damn, I don't understand why it won't reverse until you toggle the foot pedal again, that's kinda inconvenient. Didn't your last one automatically reverse just by releasing the handle in the back?

[@post10Vlogs]

No the other one was the same way, it's a safety thing once again

[@0venchip]

I hope your waranty isn't void because you've modified it.

[@allisonchoffman]

What is a link for the log splitter

[@post10Vlogs]

It was picked up in the harbor freight

[@jse7en363]

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