Thanks for the demo. I also have a 1025R with the backhoe and I know of a similar deal on a 3 pt splitter I could pursue. That slow cycle time is what I wanted to see. Slow but simple with low cost versus getting a better functioning machine that costs 3-4 times as much and needs occasional maintenance. It seems very slow. Does it have a log splitter valve with a detent on the return stroke?
The splitter requires holding in the forward/use stroke but then returns on it's own. I agree that for what I paid...something like $450 used, I questioned what it would do but aside from slow...more than powerful to split without investing more money on other devices for power. The 1025 after all doesn't put out what...more than 17 gpm or something like that under a 25 hp motor. Adequate for home use.
Howdy, New sub compact tractor owner here. Does it matter what fluid is in the splitter vs what comes factory in the tractor. Can you mix any hydraulic fluids and is that even a thing? Sorry for the ignorance but I heard it mentioned in the comments on another video and now I’m confused.
The splitter shown/used did NOT have it's own reservoir but instead ran off the tractor fluids. Simply connect the lines and used. But be aware that it will run slower due to the compact tractors HP rating. Doable if not in a hurry.
No! I did not modify anything other than a fitting on one of the hoses to pair with the 1025. Yes I knew it would be slow...but you know...it's non-commercial use and a more than adequate for the red oak and other I split with it working alone!.
Looks good. 😁
thanks for the video..that's confirm me that it's slow going on a sub compact...would be the same on my BX.....too slow for my taste.
Thanks for the demo. I also have a 1025R with the backhoe and I know of a similar deal on a 3 pt splitter I could pursue. That slow cycle time is what I wanted to see. Slow but simple with low cost versus getting a better functioning machine that costs 3-4 times as much and needs occasional maintenance. It seems very slow. Does it have a log splitter valve with a detent on the return stroke?
The splitter requires holding in the forward/use stroke but then returns on it's own. I agree that for what I paid...something like $450 used, I questioned what it would do but aside from slow...more than powerful to split without investing more money on other devices for power. The 1025 after all doesn't put out what...more than 17 gpm or something like that under a 25 hp motor. Adequate for home use.
Howdy,
New sub compact tractor owner here. Does it matter what fluid is in the splitter vs what comes factory in the tractor. Can you mix any hydraulic fluids and is that even a thing?
Sorry for the ignorance but I heard it mentioned in the comments on another video and now I’m confused.
The splitter shown/used did NOT have it's own reservoir but instead ran off the tractor fluids. Simply connect the lines and used. But be aware that it will run slower due to the compact tractors HP rating. Doable if not in a hurry.
Totally makes sense now and I'm in no hurry lol. Thanks for the quick response.
It is a power Horse not house
Did you install the power beyond kit on your 1025?
No! I did not modify anything other than a fitting on one of the hoses to pair with the 1025. Yes I knew it would be slow...but you know...it's non-commercial use and a more than adequate for the red oak and other I split with it working alone!.