Log Splitter flow control orifice question.

[joelaycheck]

Where do you put the flow control orifice to limit speed on the log lift and the adjustable wedge. Is only one needed per cylinder. In this video @ 7:03, the builder says he used 1/16 orifices for his lift and wedge but did not say where he installed them. On the extend port on the valve or the cylinder. Thanks

 

[mysteryman896]

Personally, I would just put in a prince flow control. Probably a few dollars more but I think it will create less heat and it allows you to play with it until you find that perfect speed.

 

[JeffHK454]

One flow control is all you need plumbed into the lift circuit... A fixed plate type flow reducer is cheap and you can start with a 1/16 I.D and work up, assuming it's too slow for your liking to start with.

It does get old and pretty messy if you if you've got pull the orifice body apart several times to get the hole dia. right .