Think of pulling the trigger on a new splitter

[Iaff113]

So I think I’m gona pull the trigger on a DHT 35 ton. The unit comes boxed up unassembled. Will this pose an issue putting together in my garage? I have no issues with anything mechanical. Just didn’t know if their was anything special to putting these together. Thanks.


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[foxtrot5]

I was looking at DHT splitters and they have a youtube channel including a video showing setup of one of their splitters. It's not the 35 ton model but I can't imagine they're too different. You would need a few basic hand tools and maybe 30-60 minutes if you work slowly.

 

[Iaff113]

Thanks for the info. I’ll attach a picture of the box I would be getting.

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[Iaff113]

Doesn’t look to bad. Just attaching the beam to the axle and running the lines.


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[foxtrot5]

That doesn't look terrible. I'd suggest either getting some jack stands or a friend to help hold things in position while you tighten bolts to make life easier.

 

[panolo]

Mine came the same way. Was pretty easy. Did use two people for a couple parts that were heavy. But my second was a 16 year old girl so it wasn't any thing crazy.

 

[Iaff113]

Ok thanks for the replies


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[sb47]

Before you pull that trigger, look at the 40 ton Countyline splitter at TS. I just bought one about 4 weeks ago and love it.
It's in the same price range $1,999. as the DHT 35. TS had them side by side and the difference between both units are huge.
Nothing wrong with DHT mind you but you should take a good look at the 40 ton unit first before you dig into your pocket.
I posted a thread about it, here's the link.
https://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/im-looking-for-a-new-log-splitter.316430/

 

[Iaff113]

Thank you. I have looked at afew different ones. I actually followed your thread from when you started it. The price on this splitter package is hard to turn down that’s why I was going to go with the DHT 35 ton.


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[user 122190]

I put mine together unaided. Piece are heavy, but manageable.

 

[laynes69]

I assembled a 27 ton, it wasn't that bad.