Log splitter build

[robson1015]

This is a great forum, Ive learned a lot here. Having loads of fun with the build. Thanks for the positive comments mga. I appreciate all the feedback I've received from everyone.

 

[robson1015]

Finally hoses came. Build is complete. Now I need some hydraulic fluid and test it out.

 

[robson1015]

More pics.

 

[robson1015]

Was filling the hydraulic tank today and the two fittings on the tank not in use leaked.....Chinese tank. I rectorsealed the fittings and put it back together. Fill and test tomorrow.

 

[Dave25]

Nice build! Can't wait to see how it works out for ya

 

[robson1015]

Thanx Dave - Hope to have it tested soon.

 

[robson1015]

test split...

 

[Tiewire]

Very nice! Going to make a 4-way wedge?

 

[robson1015]

Thanx Tiewire. I will probably make a 4 way eventually..

 

[tla100]

Looks great! Gonna do a log lift or you got a loader?

 

[robson1015]

Thanx tla, I have a loader if needed.

 

[Dave25]

Looks like it does what it was built for! Well done

 

[robson1015]

Thanx Dave. I'm very pleased the way it turned out...

 

[muddstopper]

4 way has got to be your next build. Looks good!!

 

[robson1015]

Thanx muddstopper.

 

[robson1015]

Made safety chains for the hitch. Build completed.... Cycle time is 9 seconds. Total cost of the build is $2900. Thanx for looking.

 

[USMC615]

Echoing the other posts...nice build. Looks great.

 

[robson1015]

Thanx USMC615

 

[robson1015]

Update to an old thread....love this splitter

 

[robson1015]

Couple more pics.