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Re: My logsplitte build. With pics as i go.
« Reply #30 on: July 24, 2014, 10:05:59 PM »

Is that a five or six inch cylinder? In hindsight I kinda wished I stuck to a four inch for faster cycle times, Bobcat doesn't do bad with a 5" but I think a 4" would have still had plenty of power to split the nasty pieces.
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« Reply #31 on: July 25, 2014, 11:07:13 AM »

It is a five inch cylinder. I opted for a 2.5'' ram to help on the return cycle time. Should be around 5.5 sec out and 4 sec back. Once the outfeed table is complete I will begin work on the conveyor.
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« Reply #32 on: August 25, 2014, 07:50:43 AM »

Awesome splitter.  Hey Stewie, how do you like the HOSS 400?  Any comments on it's pros and cons?
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« Reply #33 on: August 26, 2014, 02:58:31 PM »

Vincent,

Thanks on the splitter comments, I have not made much progress on it as of late due to working a lot of overtime. As for the stove, I love it. It is well built and very heavy. I must say that the one thing I like the most about it is the door size. It is not as efficient in its design as other models available from other manufacturers but is was also less initial cost. I have had no issues with it. Time will tell. I am particular in the maintenance and layup of the unit which should add to its longevity. As far as fuel is concerned if it will fit through the door it will burn it.
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« Reply #34 on: August 27, 2014, 03:15:03 AM »

You've done a great job on the splitter.  It is very impressive.  The whole OWB concept is awesome but if you are like me and work A LOT OF HOURS, it can also be confusing.  I really wanted to stay with an American company and at our farm, we always try if possible to support small business.  We have an unlimited amount of wood at our disposal off our farm.  The efficiency is a concern but the bigger deciding factor for us is reliability with me being gone a lot.  Thank you again for your response.  The folks who participate in this forum are genuinely nice people.  I met one last month ( CountryBoyJohn ) and after meeting this young man and the people on this forum, there is still hope for our country.
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Re: My logsplitte build. With pics as i go.
« Reply #35 on: August 28, 2014, 04:40:04 AM »

What a nice statement! to bad most of the country doesn't feel the same way, perhaps we can convince them?
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« Reply #36 on: August 28, 2014, 04:54:50 PM »

Yes, a nice statement indeed. Vincent, how is the 400sf working out for you? What is your heatload. How long have you had the stove
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« Reply #37 on: September 02, 2014, 08:42:11 AM »

It's on order.  Supposed to be delivered last of September.  I go in for double knee replacement ( I'm way too young for that but.....) this Thursday then rehabbing at my farm.  We already have 15 cords cut, split and stacked.  That part is done.  I have quite a few friends who have OWB's and they are all going to help on the install.  I'll keep you posted, in the meantime, as always, thank you for your help.
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« Reply #38 on: October 05, 2014, 06:56:52 PM »

I have been working a lot of overtime lately and haven't made any progress on the splitter in a month. I finally got a day off and got back after it.

 I made the swinging foot for the end opposite of the jack.
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« Reply #39 on: October 05, 2014, 06:59:28 PM »

Finished the cylinder mount for the adjustable 4way wedge.

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« Reply #40 on: October 05, 2014, 07:05:29 PM »

Mounted the Hydraulic tank.
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« Reply #41 on: October 05, 2014, 07:08:39 PM »

Built the mounting platform for the hydraulic valve.
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« Reply #42 on: October 05, 2014, 07:46:27 PM »

It's on order.  Supposed to be delivered last of September.  I go in for double knee replacement ( I'm way too young for that but.....) this Thursday then rehabbing at my farm.  We already have 15 cords cut, split and stacked.  That part is done.  I have quite a few friends who have OWB's and they are all going to help on the install.  I'll keep you posted, in the meantime, as always, thank you for your help.

Oh crap, a double? Just a glutton for punishment eh?
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« Reply #43 on: October 13, 2014, 04:46:47 AM »

Both knees are coming along well.  Physical therapy was a killer.  But, we are trenching this week (if it stops raining) and I'll keep you posted on the install.  I am sure there will be many, many questions.............vpm
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« Reply #44 on: October 13, 2014, 01:31:28 PM »

Vincent,

Glad to hear that your recovery is going well.

I started on the outfeed table.
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