Task Force 5-ton electric splitter

is that after one crack at it or two? I wasn't sure if you split at the end of that crack and then once again in the spot shown in the picture.

Good pic! Would be nice to have a decent video online of the task force splitting real wood not that lame video at you tube splitting tiny pieces.. I don't have anything to make a video to upload..

Ray

I was working alone so I started the split process and it made the initial POP into this crack you see. I stopped the cycle to snap the pic. I went back and fired it up again and it went right through. One log I split, (not sure if it was this one) had some issues once I got towards the middle. It was very knarly (spelling?) and I had to take an axe to it to finish it. One log out of about 1.5 cords so far.

Black friday alert for anyone thinking about that werner platform ladder. It's nn sale at www.Lowes.com for $22 plus about $10 shipping.

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=146404-287-AP-20-MP6&bc=c

Its not clear weather or not its available in store but I may just head down and check..

Ugh I know I paid 43.00 for it on Oct. 31st Very good deal and great platform for electric splitter which is why I bought it...
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Ray

My farther-inlaw gave me his because he had a few that he wasn't using anymore. The Task Force fits on the stand perfectly. It's balanced and is a good working height for me (6'0" tall).

Good to know thanks. I'm 6'1 and was wondering if it would be too short for me.

If you find out, let us know, please.

Leaving house in 5, will do.

Yeah just picked one up in store for $22 along with the Task Force splitter and Huskvarna 445!

Had a 10% off coupon so I saved a bunch buying it all at once.

Wow merry christmas to you! You made out like a bandit on that... I did the 10% thing too when I bought the splitter but you beat me on the platform! I got another 10% coupon and saved a bundle on a new washer and dryer this week too! Let us know what you think about your new equipment when you have a chance..

Good Luck!
Ray

The local Lowes is sold out of 'em... no biggy.

Saw one on craigslist near me for $50.00 a few days ago and was gonna buy it to make a couple bucks but it was gone right away... Someone got a great deal

Ray

Oh, I meant the werner platform. They had several splitters in stock, but I already have one...

lowes.com has it, but it will cost you $9 shipping. I believe it's a one day sale but I'm not 100% on that.

Dude! That's the exact combination of equipment I have. Nice setup! I still have my Husky 36 but it's a pleasure using the 445 for the bigger stuff Make sure you get a 12 gauge extension cord. I have a 50ft and a 25ft cord and it works fine.

Hey anyone looking for the work platform Lowes had it today for $22. What a deal I got two.

Glad you are happy with them! The Task Force was a no brainer for me because it dropped down to $250 and plus I had the 10% coupon. The saw required quite a bit more research. I chose the 445 because I wanted something that would last and would be a good all around saw. I'm not felling any trees just plan on bucking and limbing downed trees in my in-laws wooded property.

The sign in the store said it is good thru the 30th.

Glad you folks mentioned this! I bought this platform and a splitter on Oct. 30th and just came back from Lowes and got the difference back plus got 10% off that price(mover's coupon)!! Ended up paying $19.80 for it So final price before tax for both the splitter and the platform comes to $250.90 before taxes Plus a couple days ago I bought a new washer and dryer on sale and got 10% off that price too... Saved myself a bundle there too (about $58.00) ...

Ray

Good to know Ray - I am going to Lowes tomorrow then and getting the lower price for my platform! Now I just need one of those 10% off coupons!

Shirl

Shirl go to http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?acti...on.html&ln=cstln4&drd=drd7&ln=cstln4&drd=drd7 and fill out the form and you'll get the 10% off coupon via email within a week however you can only use it once and only on a future purchase.. That's what I did plus I also did the online post office thing too then cancelled it and got another 10% coupon.. My washer finally bit the dust and that 10% sure helped when I bought a new pair!

Ray

Thanks Ray - I'll do that! (Then I'll still have you beat by a few cents! LOL) Perfect day in Michigan for splitting wood!

I picked one of these up the other day for $249. The only thing I dont like about it is you have to use both hands to operate it, one to hold the power button, the other to move the lever. I had some maple that pops when split and the rounds jumped about 3 inches off the rail. Anyone mod theirs so they dont have to keep both hands on the splitter?

I dont have mine raised. I just sit on a bucket and leave the splitter on the ground.

Ah, the splitter thread that just won't die... Lowe's has the Werner work platform on sale again, 29 bucks today thru the 31st. I finished my splitting for next season last weekend, so I won't be able to use it anytime soon, but I picked one up anyway. Last time they sold out quick.