splitter died

[Erik B]

I was doing a bit of splitting this afternoon since it was a beautiful day. Heard some funny noises coming from the motor, and before I could do anything there was a bang and a cloud of smoke. I have had the splitter since 1999. The motor is a vertical shaft unit. pics show the details of the splitter and the split on the motor.

 

[Patrick62]

Threw the rod.

 

[Pruning@trunk]

That sucks!!

 

[cantoo]

Duct tape?

 

[LoveStihlQuality]

JB Weld

LoveStihlQuality

 

[Fred Wright]

It's toast. Should be easy enough to replace.

 

[mohick]

couple hundred bucks 10 minutes no problem

 

[Agent Orange]

If you were close enough ID send you a Honda OHV, vertical I've got sitting around. Carb needs cleaned or replaced, 5 hours max on it.

 

[milkman]

Time for a Predator from HF.

 

[lindnova]

What does the 8.0 stand for on the engine - is it 8 hp? I would think that would be a 6 hp for a 25 ton splitter. My Huskee 22tn has a 6 HP Briggs. I think the Harbor Freight Predator is a 5.5 HP.

 

[lknchoppers]

Look on craigslist. I bought a used Honda 240GX 8hp motor for $100. They are on there all the time.

 

[Erik B]

What does the 8.0 stand for on the engine - is it 8 hp? I would think that would be a 6 hp for a 25 ton splitter. My Huskee 22tn has a 6 HP Briggs. I think the Harbor Freight Predator is a 5.5 HP.

It was an 8 horse engine. I am getting the engine replaced at Farm and Fleet.

 

[ChoppyChoppy]

What does the 8.0 stand for on the engine - is it 8 hp? I would think that would be a 6 hp for a 25 ton splitter. My Huskee 22tn has a 6 HP Briggs. I think the Harbor Freight Predator is a 5.5 HP.

Hp

What does the 8.0 stand for on the engine - is it 8 hp? I would think that would be a 6 hp for a 25 ton splitter. My Huskee 22tn has a 6 HP Briggs. I think the Harbor Freight Predator is a 5.5 HP.

Motor size has nothing to do with tonnage. A person could make a 50,000 ton splitter with a 5hp engine.

 

[lindnova]

I figured it would be HP, but lately the torque, cc or hp ratings are all over the place. A 50,000 ton splitter with a 5 hp would be pretty slow!

 

[ChoppyChoppy]

I figured it would be HP, but lately the torque, cc or hp ratings are all over the place. A 50,000 ton splitter with a 5 hp would be pretty slow!

They don't give hp anymore because of false claims. It's how a TRUE 10hp 1960s yard tractor can easily out work a 2000s "26hp" tractor.

 

[Erik B]

Hp


Motor size has nothing to do with tonnage. A person could make a 50,000 ton splitter with a 5hp engine.

The splitter was purchased 17 years ago and no doubt how they rate equipment has changed since then. As long as it splits everything I throw at it, I am happy.

 

[Backyard Lumberjack]

JB Weld

LoveStihlQuality

should do it! but, I'd consider the duct take for bit of extra ensurance... lol sorry to hear about that engine taking a powder. one reason I change my oil in my engine every 8 hours when splitting... running WOT for so long tells me to increase its maintenance. it really likes the fresh oil... every time!

hope u get it running soon...

 

[Erik B]

should do it! but, I'd consider the duct take for bit of extra ensurance... lol sorry to hear about that engine taking a powder. one reason I change my oil in my engine every 8 hours when splitting... running WOT for so long tells me to increase its maintenance. it really likes the fresh oil... every time!

hope u get it running soon...

I will post pics when I get it back and let you know how the new engine works. I was asked if I want the old engine back but I told them they can keep it for a door stop.

 

[ChoppyChoppy]

I've fixed a few with a new rod and welding up the cracks.

So far has worked out, although with as easy it is to swap engines on a splitter I wouldn't bother unless someone really loved it. And we do get folks that are really attached to an engine.

 

[WoodTick007]

Hp


Motor size has nothing to do with tonnage. A person could make a 50,000 ton splitter with a 5hp engine.

Can you provide me with an example of a 50,000 ton splitter that functions splitting wood powered by a 5hp engine?