nosoot
ArboristSite Member
I "rehabbed" a custom made splitter that I bought about 20 years ago. Replaced a Honda 5.5 with a Honda 8hp. Replaced the valve -Viking_ and the pump -16gpm Haldex. Installed a pressure gauge and suction line filter that were not on the original splitter. It seems to be working very well -pressure gauge barely even moves on most splits. I have had a couple of pieces though -hard maple with a knot -that would not split. the pressure went to about 2000psi and that was it. Had to reposition log either opposite end or more toward the side for first split and then it was fine. Do I need to adjust something on the pump or is that really all it has? Noticed a slight high pitched hydraulic noise when it hits the 2000 psi no split condition. I thought these 2 stage pumps were supposed to kick down and muscle through anything. Any thoughts?