Wood Splitter Re-Power With Predator 6.5 HP Engine

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  • Опубліковано 24 гру 2024

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  • @woodturnerr8912
    @woodturnerr8912 4 роки тому +2

    Dad bought an identical splitter,used, over 20 years ago. I finally replaced the engine last year. No problems after about 20 cords of Oak, Hickory, Hackberry, and Elm. I should have done it years sooner. Happy splittin.

  • @sunhawk61
    @sunhawk61 4 роки тому +2

    Been running that same Predator engine on my splitter for 4 years now. Only problem was a broken pull rope 1 year ago.

  • @johnnyyoung5553
    @johnnyyoung5553 Рік тому +1

    What sizes bolts is used to connect the pump mount to the engine ?

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  Рік тому

      It was a while ago, but I used studs and nuts. I think they were 5/16" UNC

    • @danteerskine7678
      @danteerskine7678 4 місяці тому

      ​@@TheAyrCaveShopI won't lie but flathead engines are very annoying, seems like these engines run without mufflers and are very noisy.
      The reason why I had always preferred ohv design engines as they run quieter and don't vibrate that much.

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  4 місяці тому

      @@danteerskine7678 Yeah the old 8hp was hard to start, noisy and vibrated. Nice improvement and plenty of power.

  • @kenk3102
    @kenk3102 Рік тому +1

    ...very nice DIY video on that engine replacement....I need to do the same with my old log splitter with a worn out B&S 5 hp....I'm curious, did you rotate the
    pull rope housing?...it appears to be about 90 degrees ccw from the start of the video....and if so, did you encounter any hole alignment issues?... 🙂

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  Рік тому +1

      Hi Ken,
      I used the pull start housing as shipped. But I think it can rotate.
      My bolt holes were all wrong, but I went from a 8Hp to a 5.5Hp. The pump flange is standard US layout. Pump flange jumps up in size 8HP and up, so I had to buy a new pump mount.

  • @kenmello7252
    @kenmello7252 3 роки тому +1

    Hi I know you posted this a long time ago but do you still have that 8 horse Craftsmen engine? I need the crank shaft badly! I will take all the left over parts. Love joy and coupling housing. Everything.

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  3 роки тому +1

      Ken, Not anymore...sold on CL
      Thanks for the view..BTW I'm still happy with the Predator no issues yet.

  • @farmerrick9660
    @farmerrick9660 Рік тому +1

    Morning! just the video I was looking for, did they give you a HP rating?, im having a hard time finding that info, I have an old mini new Holland built in the 90s, ive installed a 18hr Kohler and im trying to adapt it to the main 3/4 shaft that runs the main pump

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  Рік тому

      Rick, I replaced the existing 8-Hp with this 6.5-Hp and it handles the load just fine. Harbor Freight sells much larger sizes of these engines. There actual quite good, they copied Honda.. Be sure to flush the oil a couple times right away.
      Hope that helps...Dean

  • @davidknibbs9646
    @davidknibbs9646 Рік тому

    What are the hose size on the pump and is it a two stage pump ?

  • @amos3three941
    @amos3three941 5 років тому +1

    How did you get the gear off the old motor shaft, what size allen wrench is that? Or is an allen wrench, I am not much of a mechanic, thx

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  5 років тому

      Yep there's an allen socket set screw. Sorry I don't remember the size. Pull the set screw completely out, spray in some oil or WD40 both ends of coupling also. Gently tap on the coupling back/forth that usually will get it moving. if not you will need a puller.

    • @amos3three941
      @amos3three941 5 років тому

      i tried all mine, do you think they could be metric

    • @amos3three941
      @amos3three941 5 років тому

      It was an allen wrench and of course I stripped it so I am going to look now and see what a new Lovejoy coupler will cost me, thx for you help.

  • @outspokensilentone6845
    @outspokensilentone6845 3 роки тому +1

    how many gpm does the hydraulic pump push through? i have a sixteen gpm pump and don't know if the mount bolt pattern for it is the same as an 11 gpm pump

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  3 роки тому +1

      Sorry I don't know, It had a 8 Hp and that pump mount had a larger bolt pattern. I had to go with a smaller pump mount but same pump. The 6.5 handles it ok. it will bog a bit on real big hardwood logs...24" rounds

    • @gatesj777
      @gatesj777 2 роки тому

      @@TheAyrCaveShop Do you have a part number on the pump? I"m really curious if I could push one of those little 212's to drive a 16gpm pump even though the common wisdom is that 16gpm is minimum 8hp.

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  2 роки тому

      @@gatesj777 Brand is John Barnes P/N 11392-002002B

  • @lewiemcneely9143
    @lewiemcneely9143 4 роки тому +3

    Briggs always has more power than a Tecumseh, no matter if they're the same rating. I like the Predator engines. EASY start and easy on gas too. I run 15/40 diesel formula in everything. Keeps the inside super clean. You'll be happy with it.

    • @ZXXpilot
      @ZXXpilot 3 роки тому +1

      Rotella is soo much better than SAE30. 👍

    • @danteerskine7678
      @danteerskine7678 6 місяців тому

      flathead small engines are tough but super noisy , they can reach up to 110 db and vibrates a lot. ohc engines are much better as their noises comes from the engine block and their vibrations are acceptable

  • @davidknibbs9646
    @davidknibbs9646 Рік тому

    My old pump has 3/4 in and 3/4 out . I Think I need a new pump because I toke the 3/4 in let off the Handel and started it and nothing came out no oil 😢

  • @berniekaita2606
    @berniekaita2606 5 років тому +1

    What size was the mounting Bracket 4 or 5

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  5 років тому +1

      Bernie, it was a 3.55"W x 4.4"L for the pump mount. Most small engines up to 6.5 hp use the same pattern. 8hp and up is a larger pattern.

  • @skiptracer8703
    @skiptracer8703 6 років тому +1

    Looks like it's running the splitter okay, like you say a longer session will tell the tale. -Jim

  • @jamespolucha6911
    @jamespolucha6911 5 років тому +1

    Where did you get the pump bracket?

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  5 років тому

      James,
      Thinking I found it on ebay, maybe amazon. Quite a few on both sites. Note the mounting bolt pattern splits between 6.5 hp and lower and 8 hp and up.

  • @metalworksmachineshop
    @metalworksmachineshop 6 років тому +2

    Good deal.. i use the Predator engines all the time. That dirty oil after brake in is normal.

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  6 років тому +1

      I used to spend the first 10 minutes trying to start and get the old Tecumseh running right. I would have spent almost as much in parts to tune the old one up. So far impressed how good the Predator runs !

  • @jamespolucha6911
    @jamespolucha6911 5 років тому

    My old motor has a 1 inch shaft also I ordered a shaft adapter couldn’t find the joint in 3/4 hope it works ok, don’t know about the housing until I get the motor, thanks for the video

  • @curtwuollet2912
    @curtwuollet2912 Рік тому +1

    Need some green elm to test that out.😊

  • @davefarley4318
    @davefarley4318 3 роки тому +3

    Please stop holding wood when splitting. i cut off my finger doing just that. log flipped over and i was missing a finger joint

  • @zackman14ify
    @zackman14ify 5 років тому

    Wished my crapsman log splitter had a base on it like yours does. My base is half that size

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  5 років тому

      Pretty sure mine is a Brave unit rebranded by craftsman. It's an older model, looking at the newer versions they seem to have lightened them up alot.
      Thanks for commenting Zack, ATB

  • @JohnJohnson-vu7xj
    @JohnJohnson-vu7xj 3 роки тому +1

    6.5 is ok to split wood but when you weld on wings no go. Needs bigger engine

  • @carmenpete
    @carmenpete 5 років тому +1

    put that same motor on my tractor Supply splitter, runs better and quieter than the honda 190 it replaced

    • @TheAyrCaveShop
      @TheAyrCaveShop  5 років тому +1

      Mine's still running good, thanks for the comment Pete!

  • @joshf5338
    @joshf5338 3 роки тому +1

    the noise and vibration really? I think ya just wanted something to do, haa haa if it ain't broke dont fix it.

  • @fightdhr8866
    @fightdhr8866 5 років тому +2

    Roll Tide