Hello everyone, I am new here and have enjoyed reading the posts. It seems like the outdoor heaters are the way to go. I am sure a build is in my future. I currently heat my home with firewood only, burning in a fireplace insert, and a free standing stove in basement, both units have secondary burn. I sold my old log splitter as I was contemplating building a new one. After studying many of the commercial and homemade units on the net, I have made a note of features I like, to incorporate into my project. After much consideration, I had decided that a firewood processor would be too complicated and expensive.... well, after watching videos of processors from Blacks Creek, and Bell's Machining, I have committed to building a processor. This past week-end I welded up the frame with tongue and installed the axle and wheels, so it is now easy to move around. Split right splitters inspired the splitter end of my design. I have opted to go with a belt drive for the harvester bar, I like the simplicity of this design, but believe it will prove to be the most troublesome part of my design. I am not an engineer, but do like to tinker. Has anyone experimented with belt drive on a saw? I am thinking 2 belts powered by a 13 HP engine which will also run the hydraulics. I will post pics as I progress if anyone would like to see them.
Quik