The PERFECT/CHEAPEST Home Owner Log-Splitter at $699? Lowes Performance Built 13-Ton

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

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[@rontopshee3250]

I found the same splitter, a return at Lowe’s for $300. I got it home and motor started fine but hydraulic cylinder wasn’t working. I messed with it and watched a video, the controller had a govener/stop on it. On a whim I took it off so the controller could go fully back. This solved the problem. IDK why, perhaps the hydraulic fluid wasn’t getting fully into the cylinder. I’ve had it for a year now working great! $300 well spent. Great little unit.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

It's a great little splitter that can split large rounds. If you can get it on the splitter, it will split.

[@jcnme]

Great Video Brother 👍 I just bought one today from Lowes. I got a great deal $300. Plus tax. It has been at this store in the desert of Arizona for over a year. It was Originally $999.00 Marked 50% off for $499.00 And I asked the Manager if I could offer $300.00 Cash and he said yes. There are No real trees anywhere near the store. That's why it had never sold.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

You got a great deal! I’m still using mine after nearly three years. It starts in one or two pulls and just keeps going. It uses hardly any hydraulic fluid. It’s a well made machine. Best wishes with it.

[@Darthgenius]

I just got the identical Craftsmen model for 399 today at Lowes. I didn't think to ask for less. It would cost me more to rent it for all the wood I have to split after I got a huge tree cut down.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

@@Darthgenius You got a great deal! I would buy another one if they still had them around here.

[@nicholasproietto2500]

I just one yesterday for $433 plus tax. I walked out the door for $459.and change. Plus it was new, in the box.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

@@nicholasproietto2500 Congrats on your purchase! You got a great deal! I’m still using mine after almost 3 years and splitting several cords of wood.

[@SJSeverance]

I bought one last fall for around $800 and I've split about 3 cords with it since then. It's handles surprisingly large rounds and does a good job with just one complaint. There is a minor but constant leak of hydraulic fluid that puddles under the back during storage. I've tried loosening and re-tightening all connections, but for the life of me I cannot track down the source.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I bought mine a year ago and it was $699. I have probably split about 6-7 cords with it. Originally, I was going to rent one or buy electric, then I found this one. I'm glad that I bought it! The hydraulic fluid leaks out of the cap area on mine when I run it. Have a great day!

[@swimmerzdigest6155]

It is now ringing up for $235 at Lowe’s

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I heard that they are discontinuing it and rebranding it as Craftsman. I would pick up a few at that price. I've split 30+ cords with no issues.

[@mikeh8228]

For my home use, I have a Harbor Freight 5 ton electric and have used it for the past 7 years. Costs less and no struggles to start, plus not having the noise and fumes!

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Mike, Thanks for watching! The Harbor Freight splitter looks very good! I’m glad to hear that it is working our for you! Have a great day!

[@nicholasproietto2500]

I have a Ryobi 4 ton electric. Yes, they work great but you're limited to smaller sized rounds. I've passed up a lot of free wood because my little dinky splitter couldn't handle it. Surely my 13 ton won't split everything, but I'll bet it'll split larger wood than your 5 ton.

[@1969wamster]

I caught a lot of wood 18 to 20 in long so just wondering if it will fit

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I just checked the Lowe's website and they say 20 inches is the max. The biggest round that I had on it was probably 22 inches in diameter and about 18 inches long. It's very powerful for a small machine. I store it outdoors and it still starts right up. I was originally going to rent a splitter, but this has definitely paid for itself. Thanks for watching!

[@jamessaltis7825]

Im curious how it would doon hard woods like Eucalyptus and Oak etc.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I have split Oak with no issues.

[@zeromark202]

Seems like it has plenty of power, and great price. Only thing I didn’t like when I saw it at lowes is the small capacity of 1.5gal hydraulic fluid, it will get hot and build up pressure during heavy usage. I found a used Huskee/Speeco with a B&S works great and holds 5gal of hydraulic fluid.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I was trying to stay in the $700 range for a new splitter and that was the best value that I could find. It does get hot when splitting in the Summer, so I just take breaks and let it cool down. I get hot and need breaks myself. LOL!

[@nicholasproietto2500]

For the amount of times a year mine will get used, I'm not going to worry about the small fluid capacity. I usually get my wood for free from storm blow downs, so mine will get used a pickup truck load at a time every once in a while.

[@inthebackyardwithdel438]

Thats a nice splitter . I did not see that one when I use in the market . Have a good one Del

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Yes, for $699 it was a good buy! Now with the price increase, you may find a better value! I only have 3 acres of woods, so this will probably meet my needs going forward. I just bought a larger chainsaw. I found a Husky 372xp clone on a Black Friday sale for $165. I’ll do a review once it gets here on the slow boat from China.

[@inthebackyardwithdel438]

I ended up getting a Countyline 25 ton . I got it on sell back in April when the tractor supply opened near my house . The price increase is for now is mind boggling !!!

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

@@inthebackyardwithdel438 Yes, inflation is here!

[@djhotjams7030]

Wow that little splitter really does the job…. I was looking at log splitters myself…. I was looking at the 27 ton but maybe that would be overkill…… BTW you need the log ox of course it will not pick up them 22 in rounds look it up on the internet you will see that it will save your back

[@nicholasproietto2500]

I just bought one of these yesterday. They were on sale at my local Lowes for $433 and chance. I thought somebody had mis tagged it, or it was the last one, or one somebody returned. I inquired and was told that indeed was the price. I asked if it was the only one, and the guy said no, we have two more in the back room. I said well, now you only have one, I'll take it. I don't buy display units because they sit out in the weather all year, and the one outside showed from rust and faded paint. A lady clerk said yo me, "oh, the ones in back aren't assembled". I said "no problem, I have tools and know how to use them". Those kids at the box stores couldn't assemble a three legged chair without getting it wrong. I know it'll be assembled properly by doing it myself. I can't wait to use mine.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Great! These are great splitters for the price!

[@JforGames3516]

Any chance you could send me a pdf of the manual fot this i need to adjust the pressure but cant find the valve on it

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

If I still have the manual, it will be on paper. Craftsman is now making this splitter. Maybe you can get a manual from their website?

[@MrAtaripitbull]

I would have bought this splitter at $700, not at $1000. What is Lowe's thinking ? For $1200 I can get a Champion 25ton splitter, which can also be used vertically.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I agree. A $300 price increase within a few months of my purchase was outrageous! That's a 43% price increase! I'm sure that the sales of that splitter dropped substantially!

[@turtlepowersf]

@@AdventuresAtHome1 I found one on Facebook marketplace near me for $600. It's assembled, but unused, apparently. I didn't know they sold for only 700 a year ago....I'd much rather buy from a store and not a private seller, but I'm not paying 1000

[@426superbee4]

I got a 8 ton Power Horse log splitter for 91 dollars with free shipping this week. There going for about 600 bucks at Northern Tool RIP OFFS

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I really don’t understand how a manufacturer can make a decent log splitter for under $100. Let me know how it works out.

[@426superbee4]

@@AdventuresAtHome1 Cause there made in China Under slave labor.. It will work just as good as the Power Horse of Northern Tools > Its the same thing. Only difference is? > Northern Tool ripping off the people and getting a 500% return on there money!

[@camperjack2620]

The control handle is all the way at the back. I am a short person and cant reach it. Are there any instructions anywhere n moving the handle and valve closer to the operator station?

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I’m short also (5’ 6”); however, I can reach back and grab the handle to work the splitter. It’s probably possible to replace the handle with a longer threaded rod to make it easier to reach. I may look into that myself.

[@1969wamster]

How long of a wood can you put on there like 20 inch long 20-inch diameter

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

20 inch

[@426superbee4]

And it electric to 👍👍 Vertical or Horizontal either way.. That not a real bad deal 👍👍

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I like electric. Super-Split makes a nice electric log splitter. You can see it on the OGA channel.

[@426superbee4]

@@AdventuresAtHome1 I go to all electric tools any more! There quitier, cheaper, lighter, and more dependable. If you want to go off grid> Just buy a 2k watt generator to run them. Or a inverter > That cost just as much as a generator

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

I just checked it out at Northern Tool. I couldn’t find it anywhere else. You got a great deal on that! I hope that you get a lot of service out of it!

[@426superbee4]

@@AdventuresAtHome1 I guess they was shamed how badly they was screwing the public It was on there. Now none of there sites works

[@fulwoodphantom]

Nowt up with that buddy👍 beats the rubbish we have in the uk🇬🇧

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Thanks for your comment! The log splitter is still running fine, several months after posting this video. Lowes has raised the price to $999, so there may be better options out there for that price. I’m still very happy with it.

[@stanleykeith6969]

I saw those at Lowes, They look like a Kids toy. Lowes has gotten some new Brands in.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Hey Stanley, Thanks for watching and thanks for your comment. My "toy" has split 8 cords of wood this year with no issues!

[@nicholasproietto2500]

Sure beats a maul and sledge hammer. Do you even own a splitter Sparky? Ever notice how the jealous types always criticize others!

[@jeffdutton2500]

Looks like it needs a catch or out feed table

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Jeff, Yes. It could use a catch/feed table. I placed some old wooden stairs next to it to catch the logs. Eventually, I will install a catch table or upgrade to a bigger splitter. Thanks for watching and have a great day. Tom

[@bigbobboy3206]

Add a table to make it so you don't have to bend down so much.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Hey Big Bobboy, Thanks for your comment. I actually added that makeshift table (old wooden steps from house), to serve as a table. I could probably use two tables, one on each side.

[@kevinbates1544]

I just got one of these today on clearance for 300 dollars

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Great! That’s a great deal! I probably split 20 cords of wood with mine over the past 2 years. It’s a great little machine! It has split everything that I put on it.

[@kevinbates1544]

They actually had two may go get the other one too for that price I used it a little this afternoon seemed too work well split anything I put in it

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

@@kevinbates1544 I’m surprised they are selling it for such a low price. I bought mine a couple years ago for $699. Shortly after that they raised the price to $999.

[@kevinbates1544]

They were really fader and starting to rust

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

@@kevinbates1544 They are probably going to discontinue making/selling these. It’s a shame, because it is a very good value for the average homeowner. Again, you got a great deal and I hope you get many years of good service out of it.

[@kentuckymotorsports9815]

New subscriber I bought my 27 ton for $900 if you're ever in the market get a higher ton splitter they run faster.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Hello Kentucky Motorsports, Thank you for subscribing! I will definitely consider upgrading to a 27 ton or larger splitter, once my 13 ton splitter dies. It would be nice to have a faster splitter!

[@kentuckymotorsports9815]

@@AdventuresAtHome1 You're welcome an yea mine isn't the fastest but I can stop mine after I split a log so it doesn't have to go all the way back

[@offgridliving4128]

@@kentuckymotorsports9815 I have the 13T and am taking it back tomorrow. Only had it a week and used it for not even a tank of fuel. It was working fine little slow but I was fine with it. Then it started pissing all it’s fluid out the fill hole when the cylinder returns. May get the 27 ton but they are $1500. now.

[@kentuckymotorsports9815]

@@offgridliving4128 that doesn't sound good I had to make Gibbs for mine to make it ride on the rail easier. I've put mine thru countless loads of wood I'll probably change all fluids this spring

[@jeff301700]

I paid 999.00 for my 22 ton dirty hands Its 3 times HD than that

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Hello Ted, $999.00 for a 22 ton is a good deal! My 13-ton was $699 in February of this year and Lowes has raised it to $999. It was a good deal at $699; however, there may be better deals at $999, as you mentioned.

[@joeganusi8522]

You might have thought you got a good deal at $699, but let me know how your back feels a few years down the road. I must have seen you bend over and lift with your back, not your legs over 56 times. I am older and wiser. Good deals are something that saves your back. I love my AMERICAN made Swisher H/V splitter. Was it pricey? Yes. But well worth the investment. I can get parts for it very easily unlike that Chyneez junk. Good luck.

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Hello Joe, I’m 66 years old and have no back issues. I have split about 40 cords of wood with this splitter over the past few years. Yes, a lift would be nice, but I wasn’t looking for something that would last for several years. Well, it has lasted a lot longer than I expected and I store it outdoors. Anyway, I think it was a great value at $699.

[@frwoody1232]

thats nice but not for 1,000 dollars

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Hello Sill, Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching! I agree it's not worth $1,000. It was a good deal at $699. Have a great day!

[@ronnienathaniel3725]

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