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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- In this video we take a look at a new Black Diamond 25 Ton Log Splitter from Rural King. We also talk about an inexpensive must have accessory that will make your wood splitting much easier.
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I just got my first splitter. It was built by an old timer and his widowed wife had a hard time selling it to me. It has a great home now and I plan to take very good care of it. Something very satisfying about watching these vids. Stay safe!
I loaned out my splitter about 20 yrs ago, to an old friend and coworker, it was brand new. It was returned with a table/wings on each side the he had fabricated and installed, best loaner deal I ever got, I didn't need to loan it out to him again.....he liked mine so much he went out and bought his own.
Thats good people.
Wish I had buddies like that. You knock yourself out for them. @@paulorr9262
That is a poo poo head. @@1246kenny
That means your friend didn’t think much of your log splitter….even after he improved it.
So it took me about 10 minutes to realise I needed a table when I first started making my own firewood. However, after watching lots of videos on this subject, I'd thought I'd share this as well; Most people throw the split wood on the ground... which not only creates one more labor intense step in the process, but also create unnecessary strain on your back and take more time. I made a side table next to the splitter where a stack the newly splitted wood. This way I can easily grab what I can carry and move it to its stack in the wood shed or onto a trailer without ever bending my back
Mike we love you and need you around for many years......NEVER NEVER jerk pull start a chain saw. Always set a chainsaw on the ground when starting.......Number one reason for injury of chainsaw users is knee cap injury during jerk pull starting. Love your videos. God bless.
He knows what he’s doing mate
hey Mike, Just purchased a new 30 ton Black Diamond log splitter here in Canada, and they included the log catcher now. Great channel, keep up the great work.
I put one on each side. Great for larger logs. Split in half, hold one side close while you split the far piece again or twice more. Saves the back.
I did the same thing and make the kiddos load it up and I split more longer
Amen, Mike! I had my splitter for 15 years before I put two small wings on it this season. It's sped up my splitting time by at least 4X! HIGHLY recommended!
You are absolutely right in that every splitter needs a table.
I made my own table out of scrap steel I had laying around.
Word of advice for others who make their own: DON'T FORGET TO ADD OFFSET! (To accommodate for the tire when in vertical position). Fortunately, I always use my spitter in horizontal position; otherwise I would have to take table off as it hits tire. (Notice Mikes' at the 3:50 mark how the 2 main frames offset upwards).
You can’t beat “MICROspikes” for foot traction on ice. Easy on/off. Worth every cent.
I was thinking that too. Make sure it works in vertical position too
I love the smell of freshly-split Red Oak in the morning!!
Or even in the afternoon. 😀
Just picked up a Yardmax 25 Ton with Briggs engine for $1K...couldn't be happier with the build quality. Highly recommend.
I just bought a box store splitter and it has the table it's very helpful. This is a big upgrade for me.
Boy what a good price on that splitter, here in Northern California a 25 ton splitter would have been 400-500 dollars more in 2018 when that video was made! A long time ago, 10-15 years ago I bought a used "Northern tool" 20 ton splitter for $750.00 and thought it was a good deal. The 5.5 HP Briggs wore out on it so I put on a Honda knock off 6.5 HP motor from Harbor Freight and it worked great. it started first or second pull and just sipped gas. Unlike the newer motors this one I had control of the throttle and usually ran it at a fast idle. I sure could have used a table like that! Thanks for the great video. I knew what you were doing on the first cut putting wood chips on the ice.
Just picked up a 40 ton County line log splitter with a 9.5 second cycle time and 25gpm pump. It came with the table so that was a big plus! Wouldn't change anything about it!
I went picked one up for my log splitter after seeing your video and it was worth every bit of the $50 made it so much nicer not having walk around and picking up the piece that falls or trying to hold up one piece while trying to split the other
Really doing well Mike. Congrats my friend. I’ll pick up your old splitter so you have room for the new one. Say when and where! Be safe.
Matt
I made my own but made it longer so it also protects the motor from logs falling down and destroying components on it.
About two years ago, I bought a 'Dirty Hand Tools' 28 ton splitter...best investment I've ever made! I did get the side table with it.
All my years growing up in central MN, I don't think I ever recall intentionally making sawdust for traction purposes (or even seeing other do it)..... It's actually not a bad idea, might need to remember it if I ever have to deal with working on snow & ice again. Especially since I'm not sure that I'd be quite as sure-footed, and cautious about walking as I used to be (growing up having to work on snow and ice definitely results in a different perspective/behavior on a lot of things)
Couldn't agree more. I had the same splitter for a year before I finally had enough of walking around the other side. Ordered the same catcher and what a difference!
I love the coloring in that wood. Here in Idaho we cut up a lot of lodge pole pine and every once in a while you will get a blue coloring in the wood and when you do it has the best smell. For me fresh cut wood is one of my favorite smells .
chance wilmot, love Idaho. Beautiful State, been there twice
Mike, I think your channel is great! You are doing what we do only you have many more toys especially since your connection with RK. That being said your practical descriptions are great. I enjoy watching. Keep clapping your hands!
I would recommend that you wear a set of chaps while using your chain saw! Safety first and you are a model for alot of us landowners with woodlots.
BTW your video editing is awesome, I especially liked the tractor baliet!
Keep up the good work!
So glad I found your channel Mike....I've been binge watching, since you cover so many things I'm interested in. Glad your channel is way more about content, instead of parading your lovely wife around in her bikini and using click bate to attract some viewers, like some other channels do. I think you're going to do well, just doing what you're doing and the way you present it.
My splitter came from Tractor supply bought the side table for it and love it!
Just bought the tray from Tractor Supply for my log splitter I bought from L&M bolted right on most definitely yes you need one
oh and for traction i use ashes from my woodstove , a coffee can full goes a very long way. gets traction great for feet and for wheels even on pure ice.
had mine for 10 yrs now and didn't even think about it...thanks for the tip...
That is a good log splitter. The Wolf Ridge is a step up for sure.
Have a fantastic day.
Jake and Vernice Minnesota.
i new you were going two say table... it truly makes it so much easier no joke..just having the log right there makes it so much faster and easier..
Nice! I also never would have thought about adding a table. So simple but works awesome.
Mike, your Wolfe Ridge log splitter is a major upgrade from this splitter. Kind of neat to see this older video and the changes you have made over time...... good video. Thanks.
My partner bought our hydraulic log splitter used like new from Lowes or Home Depot. They often sell the ones they rent out cheap. We decided to start our own Firewood/BBQ Wood side hustle & it's a ton of work but great for getting outdoors & definitely getting your exercise! Most sell for $1 a stick, we sell for .60c a stick & we split 18" length & wide splits for our customers. We just advertised on FB & in our area there's really no one else selling good seasoned Oak or Pecan. I am looking into a 4 way splitter wedge for our 25 ton splitter.. Our splitter came with a catch type table on each side of the i-beam, so when ya split the 2 1/2's just fall over & stay in place instead of on the ground or on your feet! lol. I would say it's a hell of way to make extra cash & it's almost too much hard work for such little return. However, were South of Houston & not much firewood is needed here
That saw dust trick was a cool idea so that you would not fall. With that bigger tractor and grapple loader you should set up splitting station to help with productivity. The less you handle it the better, but I know you like stacking it also!
100%. Must have a table. So much easier and quicker with one. Your back will thank you. Cheers Mike! Thanks for posting. And for letting me know the weather that is coming my way...:))
MIke try using your splitter in the vertical configuration. I take one block and use it as my seat then take all the remaining blocks and stage them along the side. No need for the table and no sore back. Try it ! I really enjoy your channel. Thanks
Thanks Mike. Once again I'm late to the party here. By sheer coincidence I purchased a pair of these tables, ( Made In China ) through TSC ( Tractor Supply Co ) over in Littleton, NH just yesterday, ( 3/6/19 ). The tables are built to fit the CountyLine 25 ton, 2018 & newer splitters. I have a 2003 Brave, Iron & Oak 20 ton traditional splitter that did not come with tables or wedge pads. My I-beam is not pre drilled for these absolutely necessary units. I had them put my name on them & put them aside for me to have a look at them 1st. I will drill my own 1/2 " holes at 11 1/8" on center, sandwich them together with longer shoulder bolts, flats, locks & nuts, done... Your table looks identical to mine. I paid a tad more at $59.99 ea. as I did see the Black Diamonds at $39.99 ea. through the Rural King website, but I really wanted to put my hands on them first, TSC stocked them, so I made the purchase, ( no sales tax or shipping ). I was pleasantly surprised on the gauge of the steel ( heavy duty ) & painted an oil based black.
My units are SKU # 1291697 or part # YTL - 008-122...
Once the weather warms up a bit here in the highlands of VT, I will drill holes & permanently mount these tables.
Bill on the Hill... :~)
Good video. Compelled to share. For the money, someone supplying themselves ( & a few families as I do ) the Harbor Frieght splitter is the best. Comes with removal rack shelves both sides & is a 2 way split. I recently added a drop on 4 way adapter that is designed for 2 way splitters. I'm breaking knotty White Oak the size of a Silverado tire no problem. It least as a 20ton.. but it acts like a 30 ton. The only piece I have seen cause it problems. A piece of twisted cedar, turns out a hefty dog chain had been wrapped around it and the tree engulfed it as it grew. After several tries, I went to shaving the sides off and that's when I found the chain.
Hey Mike
Like the table idea, definitely like the saw chip antigrit good idea,
Here's a trite back saver, try putting splinter on top car ramps so it raises it up, to waist level, be well be safe
ROB here South central pa
That table is pretty sweet something else that is good having around when popin blocks is a small hatchet cut the stringy fibers on top of those pieces
I keep my hatchett next to me every time! Smart men think alike!
Love your videos Mike! All the way from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada ! I purchased the same unit from Peavy Mart which is Rural King in US. Great unit. Built my own 20" log shelf and love the tilt ram feature. A real back saver! Split 6 cords since spring and my wife loves it! I do the hard work and she splits! Mine came with the Kohler engine and 1 pull to start! For tractor have a JD and hunting cart to haul and stack. often hard work, but great escape from city living! Gotta Love country living!
Totally agree my new splitter came with one it’s very hand. Saves your back!!!
Hey Mike, I have a 22 ton Dirty Hands splitter. With a 4 way wedge works great on my Doug Fir and alder up here in Oregon I use it to split the big rounds,so that I can lift what's left and split by hand it's great exercise. I thought about getting a table but I'm splitting by hand since last year. Keep up the great videos!✌🏻️
I have an upright logspliter that go's on my Kubota, and that could do with a bigger base so you've got me thinking now!
Great vid, Nice Splitter ,i have a few splitters 25 ton country line with 11 sec cycle , i do 75-80 cords a yr by myself and the Bobcat 863 with a grapple attachment, Grant it i get my wood for free from a few tree company's that need a place to drop the wood ;) But i concur on the side table ,what a back saver it is a must have at 48 ys of age , i wish i had one 10 yrs ago !!
Thank you Sir!! Going back looking at some of ya'lls older videos!!
I agree totally. The other characteristic i use to judge splitters is how high the stand when horizontal. I've used a low one for years and it requires a lot more bending than i like. Used my car ramps and the 3pt hitch to raise it. Both yours are nice and tall.
Nice to see a fellow RK junky. We frequent the Niles, MI location. Slow day on the farm..."let's go to Rural King!"
Hello, the Brest for me it's a Split Fire log splitter with dual split on a mini excavator. The work is more efficient and quiet 😀👌. But felicitation for your job !
I have the same exact splitter.
You will need to swab the gibs on the slide with a heavy coat of HP grease.
With the cylinder retracted, you have a few inches of the gibs on the slide exposed. Dap a heavy dose ever use or it will start galling badly.
Enjoy!
That side table is great and all until you have to tilt the splitter up and split a 24 inch wet elm LOL! Love the vids. Keep them coming.
I've split 32 inch Red Oak with my Black Diamond tilted up and I have a table like that and a shorter one on the operator's side. No problem's whatsoever.
I've got a timber wolf , has a log lift 4 way wedge table great and log cradle. The grate filters out all the bark and junk perfect hight for wheelbarrow.
For whatever reason, i didnt like or comment to this video. I do remember watching it because i went and bought a table for my splitter. Its not a WOLF RIDGE but it does the job. Thanks for the info.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Besides the shelf you should defiantly try a 4way wedge on that splitter. You can find a quick attachment for it. Save you some time.
Keep the videos coming 👍
Pre219 those 4 way wedges as for splitters where the wedge is stationary. Mike's splitters wedge is mounted to the hydraulic ram so the 4 way add-on wouldnt work
Oh my gosh. My family and I have been splitting wood for at least 10 years and even I have no idea how many times we split a log in half only to pick a side up off the ground. That table really looks like a back saver and we also need a taller log splitter.
Great idea - and cool vid.Thanks, tomorrow I am building a bold on table for my splitter
I totally agree with you on getting or making one of those especially if you have back and knee problems have a great day y´all
Very nice Black Diamond wood splitter Mike our first wood splitter came from Allis chalmers it was a bachtold 3hp round 35 or 40 years ago and 3 family used to to split wood it still works great but the valve leaks but and no one makes them no more but we have had 3 to 4 foot wide stuff on it but the down side it was like 6 " off the ground but was nice doing big pieces you could just roll them on ! looked at Black Diamond around 2 years ago they are nice but when i went to buy the 35 ton they could not make up there mind if it was with or without the oil so sad to say i got a 35 ton dirty hand tools log splitter with oil but they are all good splitters and yes it is nice to have the table so you dont have to keep picking up the wood and i think it helps to protect the engine too ! take care Curt :-)
This popped up so I thought I would watch it. The log splitter surely has been upgraded since this video.
must be nice to have all kinds of shiny new equipment to do all kinds of chores
Nice log splitter looks like it works slick!! 👊
Got a 28 ton from our local Southern States store. Built a hydraulic lift for it, lift doubles as a table when lifted up. Bad knee keeps me from kneeling to use a vertical splitter, don’t want to lift some of the big rounds I split. Some are 20 inches and up in diameter.
I put a 5 gallon bucket next to my 35 ton husky when splitting. I put those little slivers that come off during splitting in the bucket. They make excellent kindling and I have less to clean up after.
Good idea!
I made 2 tables, a log lift that would lift 5 pcs your size at once and they feed to the boom as one passes thru the wedge. I also run a 4 way wedge on every pc that is between 12 and 20 inch dia. Then off the table and it is pushed into a hopper that goes into a hay elevator i converted for firewood straight into trailer, truck, barn, pile etc. Had splitter since 81 and did it the hard way 30 yrs , then as i got older, smarter, and had more skills like engineer, fabrication, welding, etc, i now work smarter, not harder. Oh, and best of all, we now split 3 truck loads in 1 day which never happened before. Wed always do 2 loads and it'd be dark and wed be beat, now, we do 3 loads b4 dark and not a bit tired. The lift, table and elevator combo lets us split a load in 45 mins flat which used to be 1.5 hrs so basically our 3rd load is free now. Its amazing how much wasted time and wearing a body out happens when you have to throw each piece of wood 10 to 12 ft into a truck bed. These days, we dont touch the wood after its on the lift!!!
Just bought this splitter on your recommendation! Thank you for your work. I am getting the table and I found a four way for it. I am waiting for them now I let you know how it goes!
I use mine in the vertical position w/ a chair next to it, mainly because 4ft logs are too heavy to lift.. I have the log splitter slightly downhill so I can roll the wood to it.. I back my trailer up, throw the pieces on and when full I go and stack them..
I just bought that same table for my Countyline 25ton Splitter. Much heavier than the older style table. Local TSC had it for $49. If I had a RK closer Id probably have went there to get one. I need to head downstate to check the place out. Great tip with the wood chips for traction. Another great video Mike!!
I love cutting firewood and the smell of fresh red oak.
Wow, that firewood looks beautiful. Almost too nice looking to burn!
Great video! I would get a bottle of some type of oil, It can even be waste oil from an oil change and oil the top of the splitter that the ram slides on. it helps keep the metal on metal friction down and unneccesary wear! I do that to mine and have no issues! You dont have to drown it, just enough every so often to coat!
I've got a poly wagon that I pull up beside my splitter that serves just fine for the same purpose. I can't split off the same side all the time and might change positions and have to move the shelf. Glad to see you have the valve handle on the top instead of the side. That way you can split off either side too. And I can haul my splitter and wagon in one trip and save a trip with an extra hitch on the back of the splitter. I'd rather have a hydraulic job over a so-called fast one. It runs longer than I do anyway.
You should grease the 2 channels the wedge slides down on to prevent wear. Some use grease. I use bar oil like I use in my chain saw.
Mike, I split and stack as I go in the same spot. It eliminates a big step in picking it up again and then moving it to your stacks. Just wondering why you do it your way. I'm still using my 25 ton MTD splitter that I bought 17? years ago. Like you, it took me a few years to realize that a table/tray was the way to go. Keep em coming Mike.
Rune Bekkelund, I like to do that as well bit even the Ranger tears everything up where I stack, you look at grass it turns to mud now
I added gravel to the area I split. Still makes a mess but less mud. BTW, this weekend, I'm renting a man lift like the one you had. Gonna do a little tree trimming.
The best thing you have for your log splitter is....Melissa!
Great job as always Mike! I revisited this video since I think I'm finally going to breakdown and pick this one up...FYI, my Rural King is throwing the side table in with the purchase. Thank you sir!
Man that Red oak makes some really nice looking firewood! Nice splitter too!
ohio hill tops hobby farms: yeah I looked at a brand new 2017 30 ton towable Case IH wood splitter at my kubota dealer wich wasnt bad for $1,199.00 with 20hp kubota gas or 20hp kubota diesel engine options plus with table kit optional wich not bad for $1,199.00 with a free 5 year warranty
Mighty fine looking wood ,have a table on both sides and in front of wedge
Yes, I noticed the table not long ago on your Husky. The table is a great idea. Something else I noticed, you've sold, used, or both a lot of fire wood. Your fire wood wall looks very depleted. I see what you mean by you having some catching up to do. It has been a cold winter this year.
I was catching up with the Morgans videos the other day and left a comment about the straps you used on your deer stands. Hope you get a chance to check it out. Let me know what you think, Mike. Stay warm.
Gotta love splitting red oak...it's about all I split...by hand...Also, seems like there should be a way to put hinges on that shelf so you don't have to keep installing and taking apart...just flip over for travel and flip out for usage...
It's good one Mike and now you need dump trailer .
Wood chips are a great idea Melissa said she just puts on her spikes because she doesn’t have time to waste
I have the same splitter except it's Lumberjack branded with Kohler engine. I don't think it has anything to do with being new, it just has a faster cycle time. It's just the right height for me also to trap the round between one hand and my hip and rotate and split certain sized full rounds or larger half rounds that further improves my efficiency. I split at least 80 cords in a year with it and it keeps me hopping, no issues except the Kohler is a bear to start in the cold (under 20 degrees). I don't have a table but since I almost always split in the same spot, I have the back of the Gator or trailer right there to set a half round on while taking care of the other one, so I am definitely using something which serves the same purpose.
Hey Mike, love the wood splitter, Gotta love Rural King! I may have to take another trip there. Some of the comments to your post definitely help with the decision process. Another great video, keep it up. OH! and I do believe my dads version of a log splitter typically involved myself and my brother, definitely no hydraulics around :)
I have a vertical log splitter that I bought in 89 still works great, and I don't have to lift up those heavy sticks.
Some people like splitting vertical and some horizontal. It hurst my back splitting vertical, standing horizontal no problem
Nice saw. I run a 660 magnum. Dual port muffler 5/16 skip chain, beast
we have a 27 ton splitter, it can be flipped from vertical to horizontal position....we always have big splits to do and i prefer the vertical position to be able to roll logs into splitting position...no lifting to the table...just get a "butt" forming log (lol) set up next to the splitter use it as a stool and start splitting wood...only have to pick up the wood once, and that's to either stack it or load it into a trailer.....
For the difference that makes you'd think they would just add $40 to the price of the splitter and include it.
The Internets +[
I notice some do some don’t. Not sure why they all didn’t
Mike, , the side table IS the trick, watched this vid twice cause the music you added when you were splitting, if you play this in the head set, it is a near motivational piece.
Mine came with a small tray type holder but I added to it so I could put more pcs on it at once I also put mine up on car ramps to get it taller as I’m over 6ft tall
A GAS TANK!! WOOT! Great IDEA!!!
Doe your log splitter have a support underneath? When I split heavy pieces, it tips backwards.
You might think about pallet forks for your tractor -- gerry-rig up sides on your pallets. I stack/pile (not as neatly as you do) right on the pallet and then set them into place for storage. During the winter, I use the forks to retrieve a pallet and set it next to my outdoor wood burning furnace.
16 cord a year?? My dad and I use to run 16-20 cord a day thru ours. Did 500 face cord a year for some 30 years. our first splitter was an American Wood Splitter. It lasted close to 20,000 cord. It just plain wore out. It’s in my barn yet. I have 2 others, a 3pt hitch horizontal pushing 30 ton pressure and a 30 ton horizontal/vertical, both are showing ware. Nice video Mike
And nice looking wood. Those blocks I would have split just once in half. Guess I’m the lucky one for once😃
You know what is better than one of those tables... a smaller one on the side you work on
Jacob Read I did that to mine. big plus
I have a wood splitter split 30 face cord for my self every yr plus 20 face cord for my dad been that way the last ten yrs when I got it new never had a use for a table those size blocks we only split in half
I completely agree with having a table.
I definitely need a table. I may have to build one since my 3 point splitter doesn't seem to have one made for it. One of the best things I bought was a 4 way wedge. It significantly cuts down on splitting time.
Table great idea! I am building one already this week. Hey , don't drop start your chainsaw. Bad practice, I use to do that for years and stopped two years ago when a friend showed me how to start it with handle in you crotch, left hand on the normal handle and your right hand with the pull start. It help s promise, better to control the chain, safer, better for you shoulder and back too.
Great idea! I'm getting a table, thanks for the video and great tip.
the other very time saving accy is the cylinder stops that let you adjust how far out your cylinder retracts between cycles. 49.00 at farm stores but you can make your own
Work table is nessary and a log lift would would be great saves your back on the big ones + you can stage 2 or 3 logs on it. Rural King must sell ATV UTV dump trailers mite work out better than pallet you could take all three in one trip to work site, polaris hooked to trailer spliter to rear hitch on trailer just a thought un hook spliter fill dump trailer go dump in stacking area, no wasted time going to get tractor when pallet is full
David Carrow said
Good to see another video mike.thats beautiful red oak.
Mighty fine work there, Mike! (Jim here, from Olympia, WA)
Thanks Jim