What is up With Those 5 Ton Electric Log Splitters

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I Modified a 5 5-ton log Splitter that Runs without Gas now ! so I can actually Split some firewood with it. Watch to see how this splits wood!
For the Money Around $300. I Saved at Least $1500 By Not Buying a Gas Powered Log Splitter. I Believe This is a Good Valued Product. You can split many cords of wood for the cost of buying 1.5 cords. I Like How it is Small, Compact, and Can Be Moved Around Easily. I Especially Like How I Don't Have to Shuttle Gas Around and it is Much Much Quiet to Run. Then the 22 Ton Gas Powered Log Splitter I Previously Owned.
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@bigjimcountryboy 4 ай бұрын

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@williamnicklaus2203 9 ай бұрын

The dual switch/lever is for safety - you know that. The front support logs for leveling are a bit precarious but I understand why you did that. You might be able to design an ajustable "stop" on the sliding guide rails next to the piston to limit return travel on the ram using steel pipe and a threaded knob. I like the foot pedal and the piston "pedal" is an interesting adaptation. If you take a few minutes to make it better, connect to a bigger bottom and use a hinge, and attach a bottom for the electric foot pedal, your work are will be a bit more stable all around. 10g cord makes sense as well. Thanks for the tips.

@426superbee4 Жыл бұрын

Did you check the fluid levels? Did you bleed the air line? Must check the fluid levels and bleed the lines ~ I like using the BARK FOR KINDLING! Starts fast, hot, and longer than wood kindling

@timkat630 3 ай бұрын

Good info that you provided - THANKS

@michaelparenteau1855 Жыл бұрын

Most of my viewings don't pass my "better be good in the first 3 minutes" test. Yours passed; I ended up watching the whole thing without realizing it--nice job!

@bigjimcountryboy Жыл бұрын

thanks

@champ8899 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thank you.

@obz9461 Жыл бұрын

I love your video. Thanks for share.

@Tonedog88 Жыл бұрын

Electric motors last longer if you don't subject them to a fresh start every time you split a log. I have the same exact set up as shown here, and only use the clamp to hold the motor on. I don't turn it off for each log split. Might want to consider this.

@bsmith2340 Жыл бұрын

I don't understand the reason for the foot switch the clamp is enough I just leave my running but I do like the the foot pedal for the lever

@lloydprunier4415 9 ай бұрын

I did some checking and even though I checked the oil when I first got it was about a half a quarter low. Found the pressure relief valve and turned it in about 2 turns. Now I have it modified so the lever pulls another small lever and turns the power on. Have it spring connected so the lever turns the motor on then farther in the swing it operates the hydraulic ram. So simple I don't know why didn't think of it sooner. With the fixes it does better but still can't split my fresh cut oak. It does a lot better now.

@Phiyedough Жыл бұрын

Good to see these can be made to work properly. I have one but at the moment it is mostly only good for making kindling.

@bigjimcountryboy Жыл бұрын

Right on

@nickstevens885 10 ай бұрын

I agree

@henryrenard7221 2 жыл бұрын

Bought one from Lowes several years ago, for around $300. Used it for three seasons without modifications. Worked like a champ.

@bigjimcountryboy 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT , THANKS FOR SHAIRING

@MrGsxr10001 5 ай бұрын

You only need one foot, Open that sucker up and change that switch to one that stays on. I bought the yard max 6.5 ton , it has a switch that stays on. I like your foot pedal for the ram, Think I"ll make one with that concept but a little more permanent.

@thelawnguy7373 2 ай бұрын

I have a 5 ton splitter and what I do is put a small piece of log sideways between the push bar and log that I’m about to split. That blade will rip right through the log that way. Try it out.

@mariusneumayer4419 9 ай бұрын

Great video. Made me think that I would spend more money and get a 20ton double splitter. Cuts back and forward. But you have made using this machine with the 'free" hands the job much easier.

@bigjimcountryboy 8 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

@redstone1999 2 жыл бұрын

I tried to use mine in mid-winter ( - 15 C ) and it was useless and kept blowing the fuse. So I split 5 cords by splitting axe. The following year I used the electric log splitter in fall (5 - 10 C ) to split logs in 1/2 and 1/4 and 1/8 and stack butts in rows facing N-S for wind to dry down. I will do your pre-season adjustment and fill up. I love the foot pedal idea for motor switch and heavier gage extension cord.

@bigjimcountryboy 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR SHARING

@trwilkinson4623 Жыл бұрын

A manufacturer recommends that you use ATF as hydraulic oil for temps below 40 •F. Otherwise SAE 32.

@davidedema4390 24 күн бұрын

Place a cross bar across both pedals so you can operate them with one foot also placing a back block will bring the log closer to the wedge

@highwatercircutrider 8 ай бұрын

I just use a 6” chunk of 4”x4” to extend the ram’s push reach all the way to the wedge. Your working yourself to death having to finish the split with a hatchet.

@rickkeys2345 6 ай бұрын

My thoughts exactly many mistakes!

@mrc4912 Жыл бұрын

Same experience here. Bought a 7 ton electric splitter and set it up and was disappointed with the anemic performance. I then added about 1 1/2 quarts of hydraulic oil and BAM!, what a difference! It made a beast out of a pussycat. I also had better results running it slightly downhill so the fluid was getting to the pump intake a little faster. And I also modified mine for one handed operation, I used a different method to accomplish this than you did, but it works fine. All I need to do is hold a lever that I made down and it cycles just fine. I'm not sure what the logic of making these so it takes two hands to cycle the thing in the interest of 'safety'. It makes it hard to position the log and steady it.

@peteg1756 Жыл бұрын

Does your unit have a air bleeder screw on the end of the ram ?

@lloydprunier4415 9 ай бұрын

Okay I'll try again I just bought one from HF and first test on the back porch it seemed okay. Then when I used my 100' extension cord and it wouldn't split the oak tree wood I just cut down even in short pieces. Didn't trip the breaker but just didn't have enough force. I will try a few of your tips and try again. One thing I would like to do is connect the lever to the electrical switch like another YT guy did. If I can get a little more force out of it I will do that, but right now I'm pretty disappointed with the performance.

@bigjimcountryboy 9 ай бұрын

cord may be too long, shorter the better power . the longer the cord the more current loss the wire has resistance .

@bigjimcountryboy 9 ай бұрын

In the video you can see how I turnd my spliter up and added oil.

@Trackhoe075 Жыл бұрын

Lots of people now using the foot pedal and clamp or even cotter pins on these great idea For me the left pedal not nessesary I understand your point though

@jennyarcar1787 2 жыл бұрын

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@bigjimcountryboy 2 жыл бұрын

thank you

@426superbee4 Жыл бұрын

Whats up with them. THERE WAY OVER PRICE. Last year they went for 75 dollars and this year a UNGODLY PRICE OF 300 to 400 dollars THEY CAN KEEP THEM! I found a brand new Power Horse, 8 ton electric splitter vertical horizon for 91 dollars 👍 Brand new from China with free shipping!

@barrygolden9823 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a link?

@bigjimcountryboy Жыл бұрын

GOT THIS OME AT tsc tractor supply

@richardspengel5360 Жыл бұрын

You are lifting logs 18" higher than is necessary. That is awkward and tiring. I mounted my splitter to a secondary 2 wheel cart w big wheels so that the logs are at a convenient height. A table/stand would work just as well, but my way means you do not need to lift the heavy splitter.

@bigjimcountryboy Жыл бұрын

the hight of my tailgate is perfect height for and it is convenient to split the wood as I unload it , not having to move it again. I cut and load it. then slit as I unload it . as I unload (split it ) I stack it. I'm not stacking it in the video because I would not have a good video angle. what works best for you or the person doing the work is best. I can lift theese logs all day ,picking stuff up off the ground is harder for me . Thanks for your comment and watching I upgraded to a gas powered splitter . The electric one works and has its uses but the gas one is faster. But gives me lower back fatigue because it is lower I find my self working half bent over.

@funone8716 Жыл бұрын

Holy shit is that black walnut your using for firewood??

@bigjimcountryboy Жыл бұрын

yes

@CHEABUDDY42 8 ай бұрын

😂bro coulda sold that black walnut and bought a better log splitter

@dylanowens3173 Жыл бұрын

And you need skip the 5 ton they do not work well. They are all same just different sticker badges from tractor supply, harbour freight, lowes, H.depot etc The $340 6.5 ton wen and $599 7 ton boss are better built. bigger motors, and will split easier , there by lasting longer because are not under more stress like a 5 ton. I was able pick up a used 6.5 ton Wen for $200, had a stand and a foot pedal power switch.

@Jim_The_Country_Boy 2 жыл бұрын

Zhi

@spambedam 8 ай бұрын

Good enough reasons to skip this puppy unless you get one free. then you won't mind giving it away to someone you don't like.

@zardiw 6 ай бұрын

Burning Black Walnut.........................smfh.................sigh............And you said your kids are messed up..........lol...........Z

@bigjimcountryboy 6 ай бұрын

What is wrong with burning black walnut. I had plenty of it. It was given to me by a tree removal company . Great fire wood high BTU, burns long and hot.