Task Force 5-ton electric splitter

[Danno77]

Anyone that doubts these 5hp electric splitters can't split the big stuff, here's proof. I believe this is a white oak because I have some red oak that's a lot darker in color. It's takes a few cycles to get through the big stuff, but it sure beats whacking it with a maul.

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.

 

[raybonz]

Anyone that doubts these 5hp electric splitters can't split the big stuff, here's proof. I believe this is a white oak because I have some red oak that's a lot darker in color. It's takes a few cycles to get through the big stuff, but it sure beats whacking it with a maul.

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

 

[stejus]

Anyone that doubts these 5hp electric splitters can't split the big stuff, here's proof. I believe this is a white oak because I have some red oak that's a lot darker in color. It's takes a few cycles to get through the big stuff, but it sure beats whacking it with a maul.

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.

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.

 

[av8roc]

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..

 

[raybonz]

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

 

[stejus]

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).

 

[av8roc]

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.

 

[precaud]

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

If you find out, let us know, please.

 

[av8roc]

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

If you find out, let us know, please.

Leaving house in 5, will do.

 

[av8roc]

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

If you find out, let us know, please.

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.

 

[raybonz]

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

If you find out, let us know, please.

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

 

[precaud]

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

 

[raybonz]

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

 

[precaud]

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

 

[av8roc]

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.

 

[stejus]

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

If you find out, let us know, please.

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.

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.

 

[Deere10]

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

 

[av8roc]

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

If you find out, let us know, please.

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.

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.

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.

 

[precaud]

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.

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

 

[raybonz]

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

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

 

[shirlsaw]

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

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

 

[raybonz]

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

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

 

[shirlsaw]

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

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!

 

[BucksCoBernie]

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.

 

[precaud]

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.