Well we split about a cord and a half this afternoon, my bro was just firing it up when I arrived.
Some twisted birch, maple, cherry and some oak, all 30" long, this thing is an animal! LOL
I had intended to get some more video but never got to it.
We talked about expanded metal but unless I stumble onto a piece for dirt cheat I'll just go with steel. Truth be told I don't even need anything, there is a center support on the long section and small space on the lower section.
The more I used it the more I think a couple of jacks at the rear will be the ticket. Depending on the weather I may get down to HF one day this week.
My brother is so impressed he offered me more money today and his other splitter! LOL I told him it's not for sale and that I built it for us to use. We have already split more for him than I would need for a season. Well maybe not quite now that I am using my outdoor stove at the house and it's running 24/7.
Thanks everyone for the kind words, words of encouragement and words wisdom. I'm VERY glad I went with the 22 gpm pump and not the 16 gpm pump.
Of course now thoughts of build #2 are running through my poor brain!
thanks,
dave