Have you considered eventually getting a saw mill? Some of these logs would make some awesome lumber and I'm sure many of your viewers would enjoy watching you grow your skill set and business. Good luck to you and your family. Enjoy the videos.
These machines are so impressive! Easton made will most likely be our next splitter. That box wedge is the way to go, you are crushing it buddy! Keep up the awesome videos!
Adam, that's what I was talking about! No more picking up those big pieces after the first split, soooo sweet!!! Buddy throw some rear tire chains on that tractor and go get some wood! You might want to name that splitter WOOD CHUCKER ! Lol thanks for sharing 👍
Adam, new to your channel and subscribed! Great video and I've watched a few others you have. Thanks for sharing the info. Just like yourself and a few others, im think about turning a hobby into a side hustle. Keep up the great videos!
The past 3 days I think I've spent 4 hours at looking at these types of machines. These things are entertaining. Especially the home made ones. I dont even have a wood fireplace. Very cool splitter to own.
TJav that’s pretty much what I did. 18 months ago I lived in downtown Pittsburgh. Looking like a pretty good move now with all that’s going on in the world
With some brands of wood stoves having a smaller fire box, and for older home owners that can't wrangle larger pieces to their stove, that box wedge attachment is pretty darn nifty.
That box wedge is sweet! That splitter is just too easy. I think a young guy like you should have to use a maul! 😂. That thing is a beast! Great video Adam!! Thanks for sharing Buddy!
I saw the thumbnail and knew exactly what you had the box wedge. I love those things I’ve been splitting some of my wood in squares pieces with my splitter. I was getting pretty good with it yesterday with the 4 way wedge. Definitely great for bundles I keep a pallet of bundles by the road selling on honor system. Take care brother.
Hometown Acres I have done ok I have not pushed it real hard. Just a for sale sign and a pallet of bundles. No theft as far as I know but if someone needs a $5 bundle that bad they can have it.
I like mike Morgan's wolfridge and this one is great also especially with the new attachment . I have the old man powered all metal orange splitting maul and a 23 year old son. Lol
Hey Adam. New to the channel. I don't subscribe to much but your content is fantastic! I haven't seen a equipment safety video for people who are starting out. You seem to be extremely intelligent and safety cautious yet admit you're not a pro. A little video on this topic on "situations that you have learned from" would be awesome! Most people can fire up a saw and or push a lever to split wood but things happen from trial and error. All the best from Ontario Canada!!! KEEP THEM COMING 😊
I didn’t use to be as safe as I am now but I’m learning ways to do things better and safer. If you ever notice a way I could improve please let me know. Thanks for watching!
As much wood that you get to play with. You may consider getting a Logrite Log Arch. You'll conserve the forest skid trail, not get dirt in the log which will save your chain. So it will save time and ware and tare on your equipment. Not being critical, just trying to be helpful. Thanks keep up the good work. Fetching Arch is one I'd recommend. It's a mid-range log arch.
Hometown Acres , great splitter design from what have seen. Need one like 12-22. Lot of rounds too large to lift manually. Too much wasted time lifting with tractor. Lucky to get done in 4 hours what this one does in less than an hour.
This is the first time I've seen a splitter with this type of arrangement. Do others brands have this sort of set-up or is it just on the Eastonmade? When the rounds are like the ones you are processing here it worked really well.
Just started a home based firewood business/hobby. I have access to many acres of Eucalyptus for many years to come. Wish I could afford that Eastonmade, so nice. Purchased a Ruggedmade 37 ton to get started. Question. What type chainsaw and chain would you recommend. I have been running my Echo stuff for ever, but even my Echo cs-680 can be a struggle on larger dia logs. Thanks.
That is a loaded question for sure. It’s all personal preference. I’ve only ever run Husqvarna and I have never had a problem. Some people are preferential towards Stihl. I honestly don’t have anything bad to say about Stihl it’s just that my first saw was a Husqvarna and that’s what I’ve continued to use. I also know some people who really like the Echo saws. They seem to be good quality and a little bit cheaper than husqvarna and Stihl. I would think if you have an echo cs-680 that should be plenty of saw for cutting firewood. I think what’s more important is figuring out how to sharpen a chain properly and making sure your depth gauges are filed low enough. I usually knock my depth gauges down quite a bit so the saw will eat wood
@@HometownAcres Thanks for the reply. Yep, was ripping wood all day today. Need to keep the sharp forsure. The Echo worked fine today with a nice sharp chain.
A lot do the camping areas in southern Indiana require Barkless wood, a little sorting required, but perfect for that. Thanks for taking the time to make the content and share it with us. New subscriber here, and be honest...did you wear chaps before you started making videos? I didn’t, and now I have to order some to stop the “where’s the chaps” comments. 😂
You should lower your draw bar below your axle, to prevent any flipping of your tractor. you got along okay since you have limited traction, but someday you're going to be on a hard surface and you could get yourself in trouble....
@@HometownAcres we're all learning everyday, so always carry your load as low as possible. One other thing, I like to do is try to hook my chain on the bottom of the log, so to keep the log more up out of the mud. It doesn't always work, but it's just something I try to do... Best of luck!
Could you post a video of how you switch from a 4 or 6 way wedge to the box wedge? Watching it work I can’t figure out how it’s strong enough to not break. Thanks
I feel sorry for the mailman that had to deliver those heavy packages. Do you think you will go back to the 4 or 6 way wedge now? I love the box wedge machines because they make small splits and you don't have to touch the wood after you put it on the splitter.
I think the 4 way wedge and 6 way wedge are the right tool for creating home heating wood because you can split your wood bigger for the boiler or wood stove. This box wedge is perfect for people who want their wood split smaller like campers or people who burn in their fireplace around the holidays. They want their wood to burn bright and hot. So the way I see it I’ll use the 4 way and 6 way for wood I’ll split for my own personal heating needs and use the box wedge for everything I sell
It is an awesome machine. You won’t be disappointed with it if you get one. The 4 way and 6 way wedge are better for making bigger hunks for heating with wood. The box wedge is better for splitting wood smaller
I was once a ranger fan... But check out a Japanese mini truck... So much better... Just a suggestion.. I have a daihatsu.. Suzuki is nice to..around a farm it's hands down better for me...plus has heat lol...and road legal.
I guess I don’t even realize I’m doing it but they lock into place with the full auto cycle. Almost like a gear shifter. Just seems kind of natural to tap them forward and tap them back
Hey I have seen these types of splitters before but never in person, Ive always thought they look like they create a lot of mess, small debris. I know all splitters do but it looks like this type of splitter creates more than their fair share, have you found that to be the case?
It creates more than your traditional single wedge 25 ton residential splitter but it’s a fair trade off for the increased speed and efficiency you get from the commercial splitter
Lee White it is hands free once you get the log on the table. You don’t have any readjusting to do and it is more versatile meaning you can split 10” rounds with it all the way up to 30”+. The 4 way wedge on a 30” round is going to be a lot slower than the box wedge
They sound like a good idea, must just look at the amount of Waste they make. I don't think I would enjoy one of these splitters very much, because I would have so much waste to burn.
That would be awesome! I sell boiler wood so it's pretty good sized. I really like the concept of the box wedge because once the wood is in the cradle its hands free, but if it cant make bigger wood it wont do me any good. Looking forward to the new video, thanks!
Your going to break off your hydraulic levers eventually if you continue to hit them like that... this splitter seems to split nice but seems to be slightly underpowered
Have you considered eventually getting a saw mill? Some of these logs would make some awesome lumber and I'm sure many of your viewers would enjoy watching you grow your skill set and business. Good luck to you and your family. Enjoy the videos.
💥 That is a nice machine! Very impressive and super efficient.
Mike Morgan.... you need one of these!!
Keep on tractoring! 👍
It is a definitely a big improvement in efficiency over the 4 way and 6 way wedge. Thanks for watching
Wow! That thing is sweet! Obviously processing a lot of firewood in a hurry! Very nice, Adam!
It is pretty awesome. Thanks Phil!
These machines are so impressive! Easton made will most likely be our next splitter. That box wedge is the way to go, you are crushing it buddy! Keep up the awesome videos!
You can’t go wrong with one of their machines. They are the definition of overbuilt
Impressive machine. It's so satisfying to see those big blocks turn into nice uniform pieces. Great video.
Glad you liked the video
Adam, that's what I was talking about! No more picking up those big pieces after the first split, soooo sweet!!! Buddy throw some rear tire chains on that tractor and go get some wood! You might want to name that splitter WOOD CHUCKER ! Lol thanks for sharing 👍
I do need to get moving on some firewood before winter is over. Spring time will be impossible to get around
Dude!!! Absolutely live the vids and the music is amazing too.
Damn Adam! What a piece of equipment that is!
Hey Adam, that’s a pretty cool new tool for your splitter. Sure cuts down on some handling. Thanks for sharing with us.
It’s almost entirely hands free. It’s a genius design
Adam, new to your channel and subscribed! Great video and I've watched a few others you have. Thanks for sharing the info. Just like yourself and a few others, im think about turning a hobby into a side hustle. Keep up the great videos!
Pretty slick operation, didn't know that type of attachment was out there. Great video, Adam.
It is almost entirely hands free. Like I said in the video I’ve never split wood this easy
How much does that thing cost and will it work on all splitters?
Nice. Looks like you’ll have a good side venture! That splitter is a sweet piece of equipment!
Yeah the box wedge is gonna be perfect for selling bundle wood. I just need somebody to fabricate me a firewood bundler now
I have never seen an attachment like that. That was awesome buddy!
Hands free firewood splitting man. Doesn’t get much better
Really enjoy your videos. Great content and smooth editing. Keep up the good work!
Thank you. I really appreciate it
The past 3 days I think I've spent 4 hours at looking at these types of machines. These things are entertaining. Especially the home made ones. I dont even have a wood fireplace. Very cool splitter to own.
It makes you want to heat with wood doesn’t it haha
@@HometownAcres lmao... yup... I need to buy a 50 acre property with woods and a 10k machine just so I can play with heavy machinery.
TJav that’s pretty much what I did. 18 months ago I lived in downtown Pittsburgh. Looking like a pretty good move now with all that’s going on in the world
Now we're talking! This is an amaising accessory
Wow! What an attachment. Great job!
It is a genius design. That is for sure
Great video mate. That's the best wood splitter I've seen for all the attachments. Wished they sold them down here, I would buy one.
I’m sure it won’t be long. They are a great company and they are growing!
That is a sweet setup!
With some brands of wood stoves having a smaller fire box, and for older home owners that can't wrangle larger pieces to their stove, that box wedge attachment is pretty darn nifty.
Yeah if you need smaller splits this thing would be your best friend
That is some sweet action. Perfect size ! 💪🏻
Gonna season real quick being split that small. Be perfect for bundling and selling this summer. Can’t wait to build a roadside stand
Only one word describes it, "WOW". Thats a really great add on. Definitely speeds up the process.
It sure does. Thanks for watching!
I REALLY like the box wedge. I would like all my wood to be split like that. AWESOME!
That box wedge is sweet! That splitter is just too easy. I think a young guy like you should have to use a maul! 😂. That thing is a beast! Great video Adam!! Thanks for sharing Buddy!
Haha I hear old guys always telling me “go easy on your body or you’ll regret it later”. Well I’m goin about as easy as I can haha
I really like that setup 👍🏻 definitely saving time there
Thanks!
I saw the thumbnail and knew exactly what you had the box wedge. I love those things I’ve been splitting some of my wood in squares pieces with my splitter. I was getting pretty good with it yesterday with the 4 way wedge. Definitely great for bundles I keep a pallet of bundles by the road selling on honor system. Take care brother.
I want to start a roadside bundle business. Have you had much luck with it or have you had any theft issues?
Hometown Acres I have done ok I have not pushed it real hard. Just a for sale sign and a pallet of bundles. No theft as far as I know but if someone needs a $5 bundle that bad they can have it.
Our Greene Acres yeah I’m not worried about somebody stealing 1 bundle. I’m just worried about somebody coming and taking 30 bundles haha
Hometown Acres Best advice just put it out there and see what happens. I usually leave 6-8 bundles see where it goes from there.
You are so right, that is a game changer!
Very cool splitter and attachment. Great video!!
Thanks!
I like mike Morgan's wolfridge and this one is great also especially with the new attachment . I have the old man powered all metal orange splitting maul and a 23 year old son. Lol
Haha I bet your son is a pretty strong dude if he splits regularly with it
Game changer...I was impressed
Wow. That is nice. Highly productive
That looks to be a great attachment.
That's a really nice splitter! Maybe one day lol!
That thing is AWESOME wow
wow. Easton is at the top of their game. No wrestling logs anymore. that is huge. Nice!
Great idea!!
Now get Andrew to bring down a conveyor lol
That would be nice haha
howdy adam, good to see your update
Damn. That's nice!!
That makes a hydraulic splitter as fast or faster than a Supersplit. Nice video
I’d put my money on this machine over a super split
Hometown Acres I agree. A lot less fingerprints wood.
Wow that is super nice!
Thanks!
great video ! thanks !
Very nice unit 😎
Hey Adam. New to the channel. I don't subscribe to much but your content is fantastic! I haven't seen a equipment safety video for people who are starting out. You seem to be extremely intelligent and safety cautious yet admit you're not a pro. A little video on this topic on "situations that you have learned from" would be awesome! Most people can fire up a saw and or push a lever to split wood but things happen from trial and error. All the best from Ontario Canada!!! KEEP THEM COMING 😊
I didn’t use to be as safe as I am now but I’m learning ways to do things better and safer. If you ever notice a way I could improve please let me know. Thanks for watching!
Not yet. Keep on rockin!!!
Correction. Wooding...
Looks good . All you need now is a conveyor belt to clean up the wood around the front of the splitter and make a huge pile .
A conveyer would certainly be nice
Great attachment
As much wood that you get to play with. You may consider getting a Logrite Log Arch. You'll conserve the forest skid trail, not get dirt in the log which will save your chain. So it will save time and ware and tare on your equipment. Not being critical, just trying to be helpful. Thanks keep up the good work. Fetching Arch is one I'd recommend. It's a mid-range log arch.
Great attachment, also improved safety. Not having the big pieces falling off, reaching and straining to pull back.
Yeah that pull back arm is a great design. I love this thing
Hometown Acres , great splitter design from what have seen. Need one like 12-22. Lot of rounds too large to lift manually. Too much wasted time lifting with tractor. Lucky to get done in 4 hours what this one does in less than an hour.
Steve Thiel this splitter with the box wedge really shines when you get into 20”+ wood.
wow, i have to say, the scoop back arm is awesome! save the operator so much time and effort
Yeah it really makes it nearly hands free
This is the first time I've seen a splitter with this type of arrangement. Do others brands have this sort of set-up or is it just on the Eastonmade? When the rounds are like the ones you are processing here it worked really well.
I think there are other companies who make box wedges but I think Eastonmade has the design perfected
What if you had the bucket of your tractor at the end catching the wood to pile it up. Very neat attachment
I think it would fill up and need emptied every 3 minutes haha
Really Cool. Now you need one of those conveyors the Mike from Outdoors With The Morgans has. You could really split some wood.
sydmarty1 the Morgan’s dont pay for their equipment, I believe this gentlemen does.
A conveyer would be really nice
Wow I want one of those
Great video adam
Thanks Andrew!
Just started a home based firewood business/hobby. I have access to many acres of Eucalyptus for many years to come. Wish I could afford that Eastonmade, so nice. Purchased a Ruggedmade 37 ton to get started. Question. What type chainsaw and chain would you recommend. I have been running my Echo stuff for ever, but even my Echo cs-680 can be a struggle on larger dia logs. Thanks.
That is a loaded question for sure. It’s all personal preference. I’ve only ever run Husqvarna and I have never had a problem. Some people are preferential towards Stihl. I honestly don’t have anything bad to say about Stihl it’s just that my first saw was a Husqvarna and that’s what I’ve continued to use. I also know some people who really like the Echo saws. They seem to be good quality and a little bit cheaper than husqvarna and Stihl. I would think if you have an echo cs-680 that should be plenty of saw for cutting firewood. I think what’s more important is figuring out how to sharpen a chain properly and making sure your depth gauges are filed low enough. I usually knock my depth gauges down quite a bit so the saw will eat wood
@@HometownAcres Thanks for the reply. Yep, was ripping wood all day today. Need to keep the sharp forsure. The Echo worked fine today with a nice sharp chain.
I love how easy this attachment makes it to split a lot of wood fast! Nice!
I’m gonna actually time how long it takes to split in a future video
A lot do the camping areas in southern Indiana require Barkless wood, a little sorting required, but perfect for that. Thanks for taking the time to make the content and share it with us. New subscriber here, and be honest...did you wear chaps before you started making videos? I didn’t, and now I have to order some to stop the “where’s the chaps” comments. 😂
No I did not. I’m in the same boat. You wouldn’t believe how many people comment on safety gear
You ever seen a chainsaw injury on human skin. Fuck that.
Genius!!
very nice
If I had a use for a commercial splitter that would be the setup I would have. Splitter looks better every time I see it.
This is the setup I’d recommend. It is definitely the easiest
You should lower your draw bar below your axle, to prevent any flipping of your tractor. you got along okay since you have limited traction, but someday you're going to be on a hard surface and you could get yourself in trouble....
Thanks for the tip. I’ve only been operating a tractor for 8 months now so I still have lots to learn. Thanks!
@@HometownAcres we're all learning everyday, so always carry your load as low as possible. One other thing, I like to do is try to hook my chain on the bottom of the log, so to keep the log more up out of the mud. It doesn't always work, but it's just something I try to do... Best of luck!
That's a really clever design.
They have it figured out that’s for sure
Could you post a video of how you switch from a 4 or 6 way wedge to the box wedge? Watching it work I can’t figure out how it’s strong enough to not break. Thanks
great videos! I am looking at the 12-22 for my place. any issues so far with the unit? looks pretty soild
Find an old car hood to use skidding those logs .. helps a ton!
This is what Joe's Premium Firewood needs with his Ultra
I think the box wedge would be a bit much for the ultra. It’s not as high of tonnage splitting force
@@HometownAcres true! But I meant your splitter and everything.
I have a Powersplit we really enjoy using
tom bryan oh yeah. Absolutely
That is one amazing attachment to an already impressive splitter!
I feel sorry for the mailman that had to deliver those heavy packages. Do you think you will go back to the 4 or 6 way wedge now? I love the box wedge machines because they make small splits and you don't have to touch the wood after you put it on the splitter.
I think the 4 way wedge and 6 way wedge are the right tool for creating home heating wood because you can split your wood bigger for the boiler or wood stove. This box wedge is perfect for people who want their wood split smaller like campers or people who burn in their fireplace around the holidays. They want their wood to burn bright and hot. So the way I see it I’ll use the 4 way and 6 way for wood I’ll split for my own personal heating needs and use the box wedge for everything I sell
Also I grabbed the forks on the tractor to unload this off the back of a semi haha. It’s shipping weight was 400 lbs. lots of steel
Hometown Acres 😳👍
Could you install the box wedge by hand or was it too heavy for 1 guy?
Is the box wedge hydraulically adjustable for height? Can the log lift be moved side to side?
Yes it is hydraulically adjustable. But no the log lift does not move side to side. Only up and down
I only split 10-15 cords, and help my father in law, that 12-22 is what I need.
It is an awesome machine. You won’t be disappointed with it if you get one. The 4 way and 6 way wedge are better for making bigger hunks for heating with wood. The box wedge is better for splitting wood smaller
Hey Adam, How much was your Eastonmade log splitter? Just curious, how much wood do you sell per year?
I was once a ranger fan... But check out a Japanese mini truck... So much better... Just a suggestion.. I have a daihatsu.. Suzuki is nice to..around a farm it's hands down better for me...plus has heat lol...and road legal.
Is there a reason why you slam the valve handles?
I guess I don’t even realize I’m doing it but they lock into place with the full auto cycle. Almost like a gear shifter. Just seems kind of natural to tap them forward and tap them back
Just caught you're vid. One sweet splitter system.never seen that log return gimmick. Really cool bud.later pal.
Thanks for watching
oh sweet jebus man!!! thats amazing , your going to get so lazy with it !lololololol
Yeah I think I’d get a blister just looking at a maul these days haha
That’s what she said!
Hey I have seen these types of splitters before but never in person, Ive always thought they look like they create a lot of mess, small debris. I know all splitters do but it looks like this type of splitter creates more than their fair share, have you found that to be the case?
It creates more than your traditional single wedge 25 ton residential splitter but it’s a fair trade off for the increased speed and efficiency you get from the commercial splitter
@@HometownAcres You think its faster, is there anything else you like about it over a traditional 4 way splitter?
Lee White it is hands free once you get the log on the table. You don’t have any readjusting to do and it is more versatile meaning you can split 10” rounds with it all the way up to 30”+. The 4 way wedge on a 30” round is going to be a lot slower than the box wedge
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Been married to my beautiful wife for 40yrs she is playing her cello as I am writing to you all life is so good
Whats the most hardest firewood you have split with the log splitter?
Hickory
That makes splitting effortless. Are the fines less or about the same as a 4 or 6 way?
Probably a little more than the 4 way wedge but probably about the same as the 6 way wedge
*Is that a whole new splitter?* #WorldsOkayestFarmer
No just a new wedge. Same splitter
IF you are cutting firewood you can measure how far your next piece for your chainsaw if that will help you.
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They sound like a good idea, must just look at the amount of Waste they make. I don't think I would enjoy one of these splitters very much, because I would have so much waste to burn.
Could you raise the box wedge up and make bigger pieces?
Yes you can. I haven’t tried it yet but I will in a future video. Maybe it could be my all around wedge for everything
I would also like to see a video making a little bit bigger pieces with the box wedge.
Brandon Paul multiple people have requested it. I will definitely make a video about it. Thanks for watching and commenting
That would be awesome! I sell boiler wood so it's pretty good sized. I really like the concept of the box wedge because once the wood is in the cradle its hands free, but if it cant make bigger wood it wont do me any good. Looking forward to the new video, thanks!
How much??
Your going to break off your hydraulic levers eventually if you continue to hit them like that... this splitter seems to split nice but seems to be slightly underpowered