log splitter trouble

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    Yardworks Electric Log Splitter issue

    Hi Everyone - this seems to be the most knowledgeable bunch of people around when it comes to log splitters, so really hoping someone here can help. About 2 weeks ago we purchased a 5 Ton Electric Log Splitter from Canadian Tire. The plan was to use this to split 3 cords of birch wood we had...
    • rjedmunds
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    • log splitter log splitter trouble run time yardworks
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    • Forum: The Gear
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    Rebuild or No?

    So my mother has an old log splitter we used for many years as I was growing up. I need a splitter myself but it needs some work and I am not sure of the tonnage on the machine as well as determining if it is worth rebuilding or just buying new. I called Briggs & Stratton to get a price on a...
    • NJBourne23
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    • log splitter log splitter trouble
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    • Forum: The Gear
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    Log splitter trouble shooting

    Need trouble shooting advice for my old, home made used log splitter. When I first start it, it works fine. After about 30 minutes of splitting, the ram does not have enough power to split anything. Once it cools down the process is repeated. I'm thinking the hydralics oil gets thin and the...
    • Squire
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    • log splitter trouble
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    • Forum: The Gear
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