You know WST, that's how Chris Wolfe & Andrew Easton got started, in their garage!!!! Your splitter is going to be awesome keep up the good work & have a wonderful day
Hi John! Everyone that is someone seems to have started in their shop or garage. I am hoping to finish this build soon, so I don't end up moving into the shop permanently. Thanks for watching and for the support! WST
Hi mrsmel269! Hope all is well. Appreciate the nice comment. The house is warm and the shop is cooling off for the night. Glad you are toasty on that end! Thanks for watching and hope to see you in the comments again soon! Take care, WST
Mike I really love how you’re looking at this with your children’s safety and making that most important. As a parent I appreciate what you’re doing with your fabrication.
Ummm, it's Pete again!!! I agree that safety is important. I have 13 year old son that will be using this. He has to have all his fingers or his mother will never forgive me. WST
I got my thumb smashed on my splitter last November by my son running the lever I agree with ya on 2 inches since you may put a four way on it have a great weekend
Hi David! Thanks for sharing your experience. Hope you were OK after that incident. I am going 2" and hope that I still have my fingers after this decision. Have a great weekend! WST
@@WSTMike I was good after 5 months my wife did a video after it happened of pictures my thumb was between the wood and pushed plate I run the lever my self now
Hey Mike, I thought about my last comment on the push plate and now I have to agree with you. As for over engineering, when you are building for personal use it's better to be much stronger cause you only want to build it once. Great job this far!
Hi Keith! The push plate to wedge distance will always be a matter of preference and a lot is based on the wood you split. Not saying I'm right, just have reasonings I explained. If you like over engineering, you are in the right place. Thanks for watching and commenting! WST
Hi John! Fabricator is a strong word, but I appreciate it. I have to engineer things a little overboard to make sure it lasts. I don't have 220 in my shop and a powerful welder. Therefore, I have to take measures to make things last. I'm glad you can relate. Thanks for watching as always. I really appreciate it! WST
Hi Clint! Thank you for watching. I have stared and think about this build every day. I know my wife has asked me questions and have never received an answer. Good and bad. Take care! WST
Morning Mike, like your philosophy, overbuild- Go big or go home! How close do the big- boys stop their plates from the wedge? Understand your concern, if that’s the case, gotta put governors on your cars so they can’t go over 5 mph , remove all buckets from the yard, could fill with water, a fella could pass out, fall head first into it and drown. See where I’m going, but I do understand your concern. Have a good one
Hey Other Mike! Hope all is well. As for what the other manufactures do, I do not know. My wedge is completely different and that is what determines this in my eyes. I like your BUCKET analogy. That is spot on! We live in a world of CYA if you know what I mean. I'm having warning stickers made for the splitter. You have to have a IQ about 62.7 and have a masters in physics to run it. I will not be running my own splitter..... what a waste of time! Thanks for watching my friend! WST
Mike, great video and explanation. As an HR professional I was impressed to hear you go gender neutral on you assumptions regarding the right angle magnet inventor. Looking forward to your 30 spot!
Hey Woody! Happy you liked it. As a supporter of HR professionals and still pink slip free, I’m happy to do what’s right, even if it was for only 2.75 seconds. The 30 spot was an off the top thing that came out of my mouth, I will have to see if the 30 spot is worth the 30. Only editing will decide. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Always appreciated on the cloud called, WST. Take my friend!
Wood splitter is coming coming along great Mike. Enjoying seeing your videos of the process an progress. Shouldn't be long an you'll be splitting with it, you might be so happy when you get done you'll want to split all night an day
Hi Bryan! I am happy you’re enjoying the vids. It’s not easy putting these together and trying to get work done at the same time. I’m no expert, just showing that the average Joe with some initiative can make something that works. I’m really looking forward to splitting all night and day. I really appreciate you commenting. Whether you know it or not, your comments help push me. Thanks my friend! WST
Another good one WST!! Dropping a 30 spot on us Saturday? Wow does this mean we will be seeing some wood splitting🤣😂I think this is going to be one heck of a splitter!!👍🏻👍🏻🐿
Hey TOA, TOA, TOA! Yea, I'll have a splitting headache for that 30 spot. I sure as heck hope this splitter is all that and bag of fertilizer. Thanks as always for supporting the channel!! Take care, brother! WST
Hi Mike!!😀😀 I understand that you might be worried about getting a hand caught between the wedge and push plate. But I'm sure everytime it doesn't finish the split you will be thinking about this conversation. LOL!! I'm sure it is going to work just fine other than having to use another block to finish the split. Take care my friend!!😀😀 Logger Al
Hey Logger Al! Would you believe me if I told you that I still don't have 100% confidence in my decision? I think about the spacing everyday. I made this video over the weekend and I'm still waffling! Stay tuned! Thanks for watching my friend and for the support! WST
I am sorry to tell that your squirrel somehow got his paws onto my 410 shotgun and shot himself, I tried to talk him out of it, but he said that you cut his home down and then his wife and kids left so he nothing to live for
Mike, This is going to be one heck of a splitter when you are finished! Been enjoying watching you build this! I think 2" on that push plate would be great! I am not even sure what mine is, but I see your concerns and it makes sense. Looking forward to the next Log Splitter build
Hi Craig! Appreciate the comment. I agree on the 2" and we will see how that decision pans out. Won't know until she is built and running. Hope to have a video out Saturday. My real job is getting in the way right now. Take care, brother! WST
@@WSTMike, it will be a great machine when completed! Cannot wait! My job is the same way! Interfers with a lot, but hoping once the rehabbing of the house is done, things will flow more smoothly!
Hey Mike while your at it you might as well make it self propelled (with tracks) and add a seat...drive it to the logpile. Keep up the great videos 👍👍👍
Hey B&F! I’m not sure what is going on here, but everyone beats me to the best ideas ever. Self propelled splitter…. Freaking sweet! 🤣🤣 Thanks for watching my friends! WST
Hi Phil! Hope all is well in the mountains. Things you never think of that will create a controversy... push plate to wedge distance. WOW! Lots of chatter about this topic. I hope it is just right or the big bad wolf is going to consume me! Thanks for watching! WST
I think you are on the right track on where the push plate is going to go.. on the bracket that holds the pin for the ram would it benefit cutting in a grove before you weld it in so it is more like sitting in the beam and not on top of it???
Hello Daniel! I think I understand what you are saying. The push plate that I have been pushing around for demo purposes is not fully assembled. It has bolt on wings (so to speak) that grab underneath the beam so it tracks straight. If you meant anything else, you will have to email my lawyer, because I don't understand. As always, and i mean as always, thank you for watching and supporting, WST!
Hello, FYI Welds are not permanent. Check out the Carbon Arc Gouger, aka "The Welders Eraser". Noisy , yes, but way faster and easier than grinding. Shalom/gw
I appreciate the information. This is the first I’ve seen of the Welders Eraser! That is slick! Thanks for the comment and for watching! Take care. WST
Oh Mike, I think you're gonna regret that decision... Okay, not really. I certainly get the logic behind leaving room for a slip over 4-way. The likelihood of needing a four way seems considerably higher than getting into the world's largest patch of Hickory and Elm. Then again, I'm a lower latitude troll and our forests may contain differing ingredients. May I offer a suggestion regarding plug welds? Okay, thanks Mike, I didn't want to seem rude! I try to make the hole somewhat larger to get as much weld penetration as possible. I've had them pop off from the round stock because the heat basically concentrated on the thinner wall of the tubing rather than burning into the bar stock. If I understand the concept of what you're building, it should be plenty strong enough. When the need for maximum strength is required, I pop the stock through both walls of the tube. With about 1/8" protruding, you can put a lot of heat into the weld and the likelihood of it ever moving is pretty slim. I too stayed at a Holiday Inn... However, it's been a while ago. Bless'ns to ya, Tedd
Hi Tedd, I appreciate the honest comment. When you start lying to me, I am going to call you out!!! In regards to the plug welds, you make a very, very good point. I should have went all the way through on those log stop pins. It would have been even better. The welds on the opposite side are decent, so I hope that is enough. I appreciate the lesson. I am a self taught welder that needs more taughting, if you know what I mean. Thanks for the comment and the learnin' WST
Cut a groove in the push plate so it can push past the blade edge. Don't put your hands in there. Maybe leave a 10 inch space in case you get your head in the way lol
Hi Mike! I am aiming for 8-10 second cycle time. Aiming and hitting are two things. There are some variables and that is where my math figuring takes a back seat. All I know, is it be faster than the glacier I had before. Thanks for watching! WST
Don’t make cut edge true 90 , your bottom off cut edge should hit the log first by a degree. Because if it true 90 degree, take more tons to push logs threw . When you get to the big log , or one with knots threw them . I made my own over 10 yrs still going strong . Built my all with 7018 stick welder .
Hi Leonard. Very good point with the wedge. I’m not doing anything with my wedge until I redo it completely. The plan is to have it up and running and then make little tweaks here and there. Thanks for watching and for the great comment. WST
Hi Padraig! I am not sure on completion. It is all dependent on my work schedule. I travel for work a lot and I am not always home. I appreciate you watching. Hope to see you in the comments on future videos. WST
Hi William! I have a plan for that. That is a whole other animal and will need some reengineering. That is why I am not dealing with that right now. Thanks for watching! WST
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Gringo Pines! Lost to cover, so lets get started. Rodrigo already tried to hook me up with some 50's Crager Wheels. After my head stopped hurting in regards to how I would make that happen, we agreed to drop it. That mutha being PINK was something I told Rod the other day. No response. I must be pretty cool to be compared to a motorcycle rider that shoots your the ✌sign at 2am. I mean, that's pretty cool in my book. I do not ride. My insurance company would not allow it with my list of priors.... Rod and Shifty are in safe keeping and able to be called out at a moments notice. I do like your idea for you.... too funny and too easy to do. Thank you as always for making my day with your comment. I'm thinking about dropping a 10 second #short with my finger over the lens. That way you will be forced to comment again. Thanks as always! Take care, brother! WST
Had an odd video fly through my suggestion. Checkout red greed episode snowed in. Dude looks like who? It’s bugged me for s few years and bam I figured out. Or not lol!
THE STAN! I grew up with that show. I was practically raised by the CBC. As for who Uncle Red looks like, I think we all know. The kicker is trying to find someone that looks and acts like Harold. Let me know when you get that figured out. Stay warm my friend! WST
@@stannelson2582 yessir. The 550XP is a good saw. I like the Mark II over the Mark I. The fixed the carburetor issues in Mark II. If it is a Mark I, I would understand why they are selling it cheap. That’s a $650 saw new
Hey CLM! Yea, the push plate distance to wedge was the controversy of controversies. My outro would be forever tarnished. WST out!!!…… of fingers. Thanks for watching and always enjoy your savy comments. WST
Hello!! Here is the link to where I bought the dump valve www.splitez.com/dump-valve.html The splitter is now up and running. I plan to release a video soon! Stay tuned. WST
I have a vanguard 35hp.. and the ram won't retract while I'm running the saw.. I'm trying to get the ram back before I can start the next cut or at least speed things up..
You can use the 30gpm dump valve. It is actually rated for UP TO 30gpm. Common misnomer. Are you using the circuit at all? Is that why it won’t return? I want to make sure I understand the question.
@WSTMike it's a one pump does everything kinda thing.. if I engage the saw the entire system shuts down so nothing moves while operating the saw.. very counter productive..
@@buckinfirewood that is easily fixed my friend. You need a control valve with a power beyond port. I can run my splitter and the lift table at the same time. That is because of the control valve I have. Prince makes the most affordable power beyond valve. I buy my hydraulics from Surplus Center on line. You can call them, tell them what your issue is and they will sell you the correct control valve. I promise your productivity will go up!
@@WSTMike I've called both numbers multiple times today, busy tone on one and "you won a walmart gift card" on the other lol. Any other way to reach them? or can I buy a cartridge and housing separetly from a company like surplus center? Thanks.
@@tmooreandcrew If I recall, they are not open on Monday’s? There is no dump valve quite like this one. I do have an extra 30 GPM o could sell you if you don’t mind partially used. The cartridge is new, but the housing is used. I would sell for $150 and that includes shipping. Let me know if you are interested.
Hi Mike, spoke with James today and he helped me out with a dump valve, nice guy, I really appreciate your help. You might want to hang on to your spare, he said he's 76 and thinking about retiring.
Hi Steven! You are the first to grace me with that awesome comment. I get it from my uncle who was a funeral director. Thanks for watching my friend! WST
What color is it gonna be? You gonna get custom knobs for your control handles? Since you say cragers are a no go, have you considered spinner hubcaps? Those are cool. How many awesome episodes of the splitter build do we have to look forward to? A 30 spot next time sounds pretty intense! What you doing next episode? You ever thought about giving a little teaser at the end of the video about the next video? Did you take welding classes? Your very good at welding. Does Mrs Tears weld too? I’ll bet Trey’s a good welder. Do I ask to many questions? Did you ever figure out what it is that I leave at the end of my comments? 🐿🐿📏 #firewoodmidwest
Dear FM, I am overwhelmed. Let me answer your questions in the order to which they were received. Pop some corn, because this is going to take awhile. I have an idea of the color(s) I have a friend that is going to turn me some custom handles from a rare wood from Indonesia. I need to wrap me head around anything that spins and how I would make that happen. There will be 102 episodes in this Log Splitter Build Series. 30 spots are intense, but great for the abs. I will be working on the log lift prep next episode and a teaser is a good idea. Honestly, I feel that these build videos are boring a good amount of people could care less... I get it. The assembly videos is what people want to see, once I start bolting things on. I am not classically trained in welding. Self taught. Alex is a better welder than I am and the rest of the family has no clue where the ON switch is on the welder. The comment you left is a good example of why I love UA-cam. I read and respond to all. Oh, I also enjoy them. I've wanted to ask what you leave at the end of your comments, but I also wanted to figure it out for myself. I think it is a rolling pin. How wrong am I? #woodsweatandtears
You know WST, that's how Chris Wolfe & Andrew Easton got started, in their garage!!!! Your splitter is going to be awesome keep up the good work & have a wonderful day
Hi John! Everyone that is someone seems to have started in their shop or garage. I am hoping to finish this build soon, so I don't end up moving into the shop permanently. Thanks for watching and for the support! WST
Splitter is looking good . It’s going to be a beast .
Hi Del! Thanks you and, Dear Lord I hope it is! Thanks for watching my friend! WST
nice fab work !!! hope the btu's are keeping you warm tonight . ours deff are enjoy the night .
Hi mrsmel269! Hope all is well. Appreciate the nice comment. The house is warm and the shop is cooling off for the night. Glad you are toasty on that end! Thanks for watching and hope to see you in the comments again soon! Take care, WST
Mike I really love how you’re looking at this with your children’s safety and making that most important. As a parent I appreciate what you’re doing with your fabrication.
Ummm, it's Pete again!!! I agree that safety is important. I have 13 year old son that will be using this. He has to have all his fingers or his mother will never forgive me. WST
Another great video keep ‘‘em coming!!👍👍
Hey 608! You are too kind. I appreciate it my friend. I will continue to try and make things interesting. Thanks for watching! WST
Ok I'm caught up on the build. Waiting anticipating for the next video!
Hey Mike, slowly but surely. I’m a bit behind since I was called out of town. Hope to get back to it this week. Thanks for the comment! WST
Very nice fabbing Mike!
Thanks, brother. Doing what I can with what I know and have. Not high end, but it will work. Thanks for the kind words! WST
I got my thumb smashed on my splitter last November by my son running the lever I agree with ya on 2 inches since you may put a four way on it have a great weekend
Hi David! Thanks for sharing your experience. Hope you were OK after that incident. I am going 2" and hope that I still have my fingers after this decision. Have a great weekend! WST
@@WSTMike I was good after 5 months my wife did a video after it happened of pictures my thumb was between the wood and pushed plate I run the lever my self now
This is a great series Mike👍🏻
Hi Doug! Thank you and I appreciate you watching. I've seen molasses move faster! Take care! WST
@@WSTMike 🤣 hey Spring is close, we can fix stuff then!
Better to be safe than sorry Mike. Cant wait to see it in action. Take Care !!!
OWTG! Hope all is well. I cannot wait either. I type that every time I respond to comments. I can't wait either... again. Take care! WST
Hey Mike, I thought about my last comment on the push plate and now I have to agree with you. As for over engineering, when you are building for personal use it's better to be much stronger cause you only want to build it once. Great job this far!
Hi Keith! The push plate to wedge distance will always be a matter of preference and a lot is based on the wood you split. Not saying I'm right, just have reasonings I explained. If you like over engineering, you are in the right place. Thanks for watching and commenting! WST
Coming along for the ride.
Hi Bill! Thanks for riding! I appreciate the support! WST
Looking good so far! Enjoying this series. Be safe brother!
Hi Tim! Glad you are enjoying it. I'll be safe, if you be safe! Take care! WST
Coming along nicely! Quite the fabricator you are. “Over engineered” is a pet peeve of mine at work, but I do it all the time at home too. 😀🍅👍🏼
Hi John! Fabricator is a strong word, but I appreciate it. I have to engineer things a little overboard to make sure it lasts. I don't have 220 in my shop and a powerful welder. Therefore, I have to take measures to make things last. I'm glad you can relate. Thanks for watching as always. I really appreciate it! WST
Enjoy following this build brother, will be tagging along to its first split. 👍👍Like
Hey Cherry 🍒 Man! I appreciate you tagging along. Hope to bring a split to you sometime soon! Take care, brother! WST
Nice vid Mike. Interesting build.
Hi Clint! Thank you for watching. I have stared and think about this build every day. I know my wife has asked me questions and have never received an answer. Good and bad. Take care! WST
Morning Mike, like your philosophy, overbuild- Go big or go home! How close do the big- boys stop their plates from the wedge? Understand your concern, if that’s the case, gotta put governors on your cars so they can’t go over 5 mph , remove all buckets from the yard, could fill with water, a fella could pass out, fall head first into it and drown. See where I’m going, but I do understand your concern. Have a good one
Hey Other Mike! Hope all is well. As for what the other manufactures do, I do not know. My wedge is completely different and that is what determines this in my eyes. I like your BUCKET analogy. That is spot on! We live in a world of CYA if you know what I mean. I'm having warning stickers made for the splitter. You have to have a IQ about 62.7 and have a masters in physics to run it. I will not be running my own splitter..... what a waste of time! Thanks for watching my friend! WST
Right on Bud!
Mike, great video and explanation. As an HR professional I was impressed to hear you go gender neutral on you assumptions regarding the right angle magnet inventor. Looking forward to your 30 spot!
Hey Woody! Happy you liked it. As a supporter of HR professionals and still pink slip free, I’m happy to do what’s right, even if it was for only 2.75 seconds. The 30 spot was an off the top thing that came out of my mouth, I will have to see if the 30 spot is worth the 30. Only editing will decide. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Always appreciated on the cloud called, WST. Take my friend!
@@WSTMike I like the longer videos when information is being shared.
Wood splitter is coming coming along great Mike. Enjoying seeing your videos of the process an progress. Shouldn't be long an you'll be splitting with it, you might be so happy when you get done you'll want to split all night an day
Hi Bryan! I am happy you’re enjoying the vids. It’s not easy putting these together and trying to get work done at the same time. I’m no expert, just showing that the average Joe with some initiative can make something that works. I’m really looking forward to splitting all night and day. I really appreciate you commenting. Whether you know it or not, your comments help push me. Thanks my friend! WST
Another good one WST!! Dropping a 30 spot on us Saturday? Wow does this mean we will be seeing some wood splitting🤣😂I think this is going to be one heck of a splitter!!👍🏻👍🏻🐿
Hey TOA, TOA, TOA! Yea, I'll have a splitting headache for that 30 spot. I sure as heck hope this splitter is all that and bag of fertilizer. Thanks as always for supporting the channel!! Take care, brother! WST
Nice job godbless
Thanks, John. God bless x2
Hi Mike!!😀😀
I understand that you might be worried about getting a hand caught between the wedge and push plate. But I'm sure everytime it doesn't finish the split you will be thinking about this conversation. LOL!!
I'm sure it is going to work just fine other than having to use another block to finish the split.
Take care my friend!!😀😀
Logger Al
Hey Logger Al! Would you believe me if I told you that I still don't have 100% confidence in my decision? I think about the spacing everyday. I made this video over the weekend and I'm still waffling! Stay tuned! Thanks for watching my friend and for the support! WST
Mike, your going to have a well built splitter when finished, Take Care 🚜🪵👍🏼🇺🇸
Hi Larry, I sure as heck hope so. It has to be better than that DR you are still cussing??? I appreciate the comment! WST
@@WSTMike Mike, The DR is running well, now that the Dumb in it has been redesigned. Take Care🚜🪵👍🏼🇺🇸
Nice build. PS. Keep your Squirrels at your place I don’t need anymore over here.
Hi Larry! I like to share the wealth. I know this may be hard to believe, but I am super wealthy in the market of squirrels! Thanks for watching! WST
I am sorry to tell that your squirrel somehow got his paws onto my 410 shotgun and shot himself, I tried to talk him out of it, but he said that you cut his home down and then his wife and kids left so he nothing to live for
@@larrykluckoutdoors8227 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 He deserved everything he got.
Mike, This is going to be one heck of a splitter when you are finished! Been enjoying watching you build this! I think 2" on that push plate would be great! I am not even sure what mine is, but I see your concerns and it makes sense. Looking forward to the next Log Splitter build
Hi Craig! Appreciate the comment. I agree on the 2" and we will see how that decision pans out. Won't know until she is built and running. Hope to have a video out Saturday. My real job is getting in the way right now. Take care, brother! WST
@@WSTMike, it will be a great machine when completed! Cannot wait! My job is the same way! Interfers with a lot, but hoping once the rehabbing of the house is done, things will flow more smoothly!
Hey Mike while your at it you might as well make it self propelled (with tracks) and add a seat...drive it to the logpile. Keep up the great videos 👍👍👍
Hey B&F! I’m not sure what is going on here, but everyone beats me to the best ideas ever. Self propelled splitter…. Freaking sweet! 🤣🤣 Thanks for watching my friends! WST
Hey Mike, no such thing as over engineered when it comes to keeping the boy’s safe 👍🏻😎.
Hey TC!! That is the truth. If the tackle doesn't get sacked, it's a good day! I appreciate the watch and for the support! WST
It's coming together nicely and the 2'" on the push-plate seem like Goldilocks, just right.
Hi Phil! Hope all is well in the mountains. Things you never think of that will create a controversy... push plate to wedge distance. WOW! Lots of chatter about this topic. I hope it is just right or the big bad wolf is going to consume me! Thanks for watching! WST
I think you are on the right track on where the push plate is going to go.. on the bracket that holds the pin for the ram would it benefit cutting in a grove before you weld it in so it is more like sitting in the beam and not on top of it???
Hello Daniel! I think I understand what you are saying. The push plate that I have been pushing around for demo purposes is not fully assembled. It has bolt on wings (so to speak) that grab underneath the beam so it tracks straight. If you meant anything else, you will have to email my lawyer, because I don't understand. As always, and i mean as always, thank you for watching and supporting, WST!
@@WSTMike the 1 eye bracket that is at the back of the ram is what I was asking about.. The push plate I know hiw that is held in place already..
Hello, FYI Welds are not permanent. Check out the Carbon Arc Gouger, aka "The Welders Eraser". Noisy , yes, but way faster and easier than grinding. Shalom/gw
I appreciate the information. This is the first I’ve seen of the Welders Eraser! That is slick! Thanks for the comment and for watching! Take care. WST
hi there looking good . john
Thanks, John! How are things coming with getting parts for yours?
@@WSTMike hi there 3 months lead time . its ok i have so much going on anyway . thanks for stopping by john
Oh Mike, I think you're gonna regret that decision... Okay, not really. I certainly get the logic behind leaving room for a slip over 4-way. The likelihood of needing a four way seems considerably higher than getting into the world's largest patch of Hickory and Elm. Then again, I'm a lower latitude troll and our forests may contain differing ingredients.
May I offer a suggestion regarding plug welds? Okay, thanks Mike, I didn't want to seem rude! I try to make the hole somewhat larger to get as much weld penetration as possible. I've had them pop off from the round stock because the heat basically concentrated on the thinner wall of the tubing rather than burning into the bar stock.
If I understand the concept of what you're building, it should be plenty strong enough.
When the need for maximum strength is required, I pop the stock through both walls of the tube. With about 1/8" protruding, you can put a lot of heat into the weld and the likelihood of it ever moving is pretty slim.
I too stayed at a Holiday Inn... However, it's been a while ago. Bless'ns to ya, Tedd
Hi Tedd, I appreciate the honest comment. When you start lying to me, I am going to call you out!!! In regards to the plug welds, you make a very, very good point. I should have went all the way through on those log stop pins. It would have been even better. The welds on the opposite side are decent, so I hope that is enough. I appreciate the lesson. I am a self taught welder that needs more taughting, if you know what I mean. Thanks for the comment and the learnin' WST
Very Nice 🤤❣️👍💫⭐🌟✨ Friend✨
Hi Simple Cooking! Thank you for stopping by and enjoying the video. Hope to see you again in the comments on future videos. WST
Cut a groove in the push plate so it can push past the blade edge. Don't put your hands in there. Maybe leave a 10 inch space in case you get your head in the way lol
Good advice. I have the push plate coming right up to the wedge. If I were to leave a gap for my head, it would need to be 20 inches.
lol @@WSTMike
Nice Mike! 2” makes sense. Any ideas on what the cycle time will be? I’m sure you’ve calculated that all out. Looking more like a splitter everyday!!
Hi Mike! I am aiming for 8-10 second cycle time. Aiming and hitting are two things. There are some variables and that is where my math figuring takes a back seat. All I know, is it be faster than the glacier I had before. Thanks for watching! WST
Don’t make cut edge true 90 , your bottom off cut edge should hit the log first by a degree. Because if it true 90 degree, take more tons to push logs threw . When you get to the big log , or one with knots threw them . I made my own over 10 yrs still going strong . Built my all with 7018 stick welder .
Hi Leonard. Very good point with the wedge. I’m not doing anything with my wedge until I redo it completely. The plan is to have it up and running and then make little tweaks here and there. Thanks for watching and for the great comment. WST
When do you hope to have it completed by nice job so far 👍
Hi Padraig! I am not sure on completion. It is all dependent on my work schedule. I travel for work a lot and I am not always home. I appreciate you watching. Hope to see you in the comments on future videos. WST
Not sure how your going to put a slip on wedge with the back brace you have on the wedge. It will be interesting to see. Peace
Hi William! I have a plan for that. That is a whole other animal and will need some reengineering. That is why I am not dealing with that right now. Thanks for watching! WST
NICE JOB MIKE YOU SHOULD GET SOME RIMS & TIRES THAT MATCH THE QUAD & TRACTOR I DON'T THINK YOU'LL BE TOWIN' IT WITH THE 57 CONVERTABLE ANYWAY... YOU SHOULD PAINT THE MUTHA PINK... WHO SAID THAT PHRASE ON M/TV??? HAY MIKE DO YOU RIDE??? YOU KINDA REMIND ME OF THIS GUY I SEE ON THE FREEWAY IN THE MORNIN'. HE RIDES UP AND KNOCKS ON THE WINDOW SHOOTS ME A ✌SIGN AND RIDES OFF... GUESS IT'S CAUSE WE'RE THE ONLY TWO IDIOTS ON THE FREEWAY AT 2 IN THE MORNIN... I LIKE YOUR BUILD VIDEO JUST AS MUCH AS I LIKE ROD'S TURNIN' VIDEO'S🤙 IT'S A REAL COOL WAY TO MIX UP THE FORMAT, ME THINKS... LITTLE BIT A SPLITTIN', LITTLE BIT OF TURNIN', LITTLE BIT OF FABRICATIN', YOU KNOW... SO HAY WHEN YOU GONNA HAVE STICK-SHIF ( D ) & THE RODCICLE BACK AS SPECIAL GUESTS??? HAY MAYBE YOU CAN HAVE ME OVER TOO... JUST DO A PINE TREE WITH ONE OF THOSE CLINT EASTWOOD BLANKETS👍 BETCHA EVERYBODY'LL KNOW WHO IT IS FER-SHER!!! WELL, YOU KEEP PUSHIN' ON BROTHER... PEACE... OHHH, WE, OOH, WE, OOOHHH... WA - WA - WA........
Gringo Pines! Lost to cover, so lets get started. Rodrigo already tried to hook me up with some 50's Crager Wheels. After my head stopped hurting in regards to how I would make that happen, we agreed to drop it. That mutha being PINK was something I told Rod the other day. No response. I must be pretty cool to be compared to a motorcycle rider that shoots your the ✌sign at 2am. I mean, that's pretty cool in my book. I do not ride. My insurance company would not allow it with my list of priors.... Rod and Shifty are in safe keeping and able to be called out at a moments notice. I do like your idea for you.... too funny and too easy to do. Thank you as always for making my day with your comment. I'm thinking about dropping a 10 second #short with my finger over the lens. That way you will be forced to comment again. Thanks as always! Take care, brother! WST
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Had an odd video fly through my suggestion. Checkout red greed episode snowed in. Dude looks like who? It’s bugged me for s few years and bam I figured out. Or not lol!
THE STAN! I grew up with that show. I was practically raised by the CBC. As for who Uncle Red looks like, I think we all know. The kicker is trying to find someone that looks and acts like Harold. Let me know when you get that figured out. Stay warm my friend! WST
@@WSTMike do you know lots about 550xps. Just saw one pretty cheap. Looking for what to look for issues.
@@stannelson2582 yessir. The 550XP is a good saw. I like the Mark II over the Mark I. The fixed the carburetor issues in Mark II. If it is a Mark I, I would understand why they are selling it cheap. That’s a $650 saw new
The margin of safety with the push plate is wise. Your outro wouldn’t look right with you pointing one finger and one stub.
Cheers 🇨🇦
Hey CLM! Yea, the push plate distance to wedge was the controversy of controversies. My outro would be forever tarnished. WST out!!!…… of fingers. Thanks for watching and always enjoy your savy comments. WST
Could I get either a brand, link to, or part number for your dump valve?
Hello!! Here is the link to where I bought the dump valve www.splitez.com/dump-valve.html The splitter is now up and running. I plan to release a video soon! Stay tuned. WST
Add spacer to push plate
My pump is a two stage 22 gpm / 2.4. Can I use a 30gpm dump valve or is that counter productive?
I have a vanguard 35hp.. and the ram won't retract while I'm running the saw.. I'm trying to get the ram back before I can start the next cut or at least speed things up..
You can use the 30gpm dump valve. It is actually rated for UP TO 30gpm. Common misnomer.
Are you using the circuit at all? Is that why it won’t return? I want to make sure I understand the question.
@WSTMike it's a one pump does everything kinda thing.. if I engage the saw the entire system shuts down so nothing moves while operating the saw.. very counter productive..
@@buckinfirewood that is easily fixed my friend. You need a control valve with a power beyond port. I can run my splitter and the lift table at the same time. That is because of the control valve I have. Prince makes the most affordable power beyond valve. I buy my hydraulics from Surplus Center on line. You can call them, tell them what your issue is and they will sell you the correct control valve. I promise your productivity will go up!
Mike, did I miss you mention it? Where did the dump valve come from? Do you know the make and model of it? Thanks.
Hi Nicolas! Here is the info for the dump valve. m.splitez.com/dump-valve.html
@@WSTMike I've called both numbers multiple times today, busy tone on one and "you won a walmart gift card" on the other lol. Any other way to reach them? or can I buy a cartridge and housing separetly from a company like surplus center? Thanks.
@@tmooreandcrew If I recall, they are not open on Monday’s? There is no dump valve quite like this one. I do have an extra 30 GPM o could sell you if you don’t mind partially used. The cartridge is new, but the housing is used. I would sell for $150 and that includes shipping. Let me know if you are interested.
@@WSTMike I'll give them a try tomorrow and if I don't succeed I'll Definitely buy yours. Thank you.
Hi Mike, spoke with James today and he helped me out with a dump valve, nice guy, I really appreciate your help. You might want to hang on to your spare, he said he's 76 and thinking about retiring.
Ya Know sometimes your almost funny 🤣
Hi Steven! You are the first to grace me with that awesome comment. I get it from my uncle who was a funeral director.
Thanks for watching my friend! WST
@@WSTMike It's good to have uncles.
Hi my name is rudy can you send company part #dump valve plise thanks
Hi Rudy, here is the website for the company I bought it from. m.splitez.com/log_splitter_parts.html
What color is it gonna be? You gonna get custom knobs for your control handles? Since you say cragers are a no go, have you considered spinner hubcaps? Those are cool. How many awesome episodes of the splitter build do we have to look forward to? A 30 spot next time sounds pretty intense! What you doing next episode? You ever thought about giving a little teaser at the end of the video about the next video? Did you take welding classes? Your very good at welding. Does Mrs Tears weld too? I’ll bet Trey’s a good welder. Do I ask to many questions? Did you ever figure out what it is that I leave at the end of my comments? 🐿🐿📏 #firewoodmidwest
Dear FM, I am overwhelmed. Let me answer your questions in the order to which they were received. Pop some corn, because this is going to take awhile. I have an idea of the color(s) I have a friend that is going to turn me some custom handles from a rare wood from Indonesia. I need to wrap me head around anything that spins and how I would make that happen. There will be 102 episodes in this Log Splitter Build Series. 30 spots are intense, but great for the abs. I will be working on the log lift prep next episode and a teaser is a good idea. Honestly, I feel that these build videos are boring a good amount of people could care less... I get it. The assembly videos is what people want to see, once I start bolting things on. I am not classically trained in welding. Self taught. Alex is a better welder than I am and the rest of the family has no clue where the ON switch is on the welder. The comment you left is a good example of why I love UA-cam. I read and respond to all. Oh, I also enjoy them. I've wanted to ask what you leave at the end of your comments, but I also wanted to figure it out for myself. I think it is a rolling pin. How wrong am I? #woodsweatandtears
@@WSTMike not very. 🐿🐿📏!
@@WSTMike squirrels rolling pin?
@@WSTMike I’m enjoying the series by the way.
@@FirewoodMidwest yes?