Which splitter should I get?

[smee]

I'm looking at the power house 22 ton from Northern tools for 999 but has 200+ shipping+tax
Or locally I can get an oregon also 22 ton with the Kohler engine for a little more than 1500 all included

Any input?

 

[NickDL]

Do you have any other stores that you can check out for splitters? One of the things to look for when ordering online is whether the unit will have hydraulic fluid & engine oil included or not. That will add to the overall cost as well. I would by locally if possible, just for the fact that if there is a problem, you can take it back to the store or at least have someone that you can talk to face to face.

 

[Toomb]

I have an American.....made here in western NY. They are not cheap, but quality never is.

 

[johneh]

I have an American.....made here in western NY. They are not cheap, but quality never is.

Being Canadian I bought Canadian .Better Quality and a 3 year Warranty
Looked at the imports not impressed
Buy the best that you can afford you wont be sorry

 

[Benchwrench]

Check out TSC.
There's one in Patterson.
That's where I got my 35 ton.

 

[gzecc]

Look at the 22 from tractor supply at 1k.

 

[Paulywalnut]

I really happy with my Gravely (Ariens) 22 ton. Really built rugged. No problems. Probably 30 cord split so far. Never slows down. Mostly oak , ash and locust. 1399.99

 

[TreePointer]

If I were in the market for a new splitter, I'd seriously consider the DHT 22-ton or 28-ton splitter from Lowes/Home Depot. Those models have the same in-beam log cradle I like on my Huskee to go along with their faster cycle times.

 

[smee]

What do you think about this?
(broken link removed to http://www.woodsplitterdirect.com/dirty-hand-tools-35-ton-hv-log-splitter/)

Overkill?

 

[moresnow]

I've been very satisfied with my 22 ton from Menards. I believe it was a bit over a thousand. Rare to feel that I need anything larger.

 

[bwise.157]

I have the 20-ton Bi-Directional Powerhorse from Northern Tool. I bought mine at a Northern Tool retail store. Only paid $925+tax. It was filled with all fluids. Great machine!

 

[Grateful11]

It looks like TSC isn't going to have their 22-ton splitter on sale on Black Friday like in the past couple years. Right now it's $999 and so is the DHT at Lowe's. I would consider the DHT over the CountyLine at TSC for two reasons, the tongue seems heavier and the jack stand is much better.

 

[MDFisherman]

Anyone have experience with this one? Log lift and working table for <3k.

(broken link removed to http://www.ruggedmade.com/37-ton-log-splitter-fixed-blade-type-2b.html)

 

[MacinJosh]

I love my 35 ton CountyLine from TSC. They also have the 22 and 28 ton on sale today.

 

[motoguy]

What do you think about this?
(broken link removed to http://www.woodsplitterdirect.com/dirty-hand-tools-35-ton-hv-log-splitter/)

Overkill?

Mine arrived last week. I haven't had a chance to use it yet (will use it this weekend). I ordered a 4-way splitter as well. Use of a 4-way was the deciding factor between the 35t or 28t. 35t was $100 more, and weighs 75 lbs more (according to the manual). 1.5-2 second slower cycle time on the 35.

 

[smee]

Just got the DHT 22 ton.
Split a hole pile of locust
I have a few cords waiting to split...

 

[Sean McGillicuddy]

Just got the DHT 22 ton.
Split a hole pile of locust
I have a few cords waiting to split...

Pics or it didn't happen!

 

[smee]

Pics or it didn't happen!

I'll get there
You know you're addicted when it gets dark and you keep stacking, eh?
My first time with this stuff and i can't beleive i didn't have this when i was 15, i would have loved it

 

[Sean McGillicuddy]

I'll get there
You know you're addicted when it gets dark and you keep stacking, eh?
My first time with this stuff and i can't beleive i didn't have this when i was 15, i would have loved it

Next purchase:
http://www.lowes.com/pd_665652-346-ECR2430___?productId=999908127&pl=1&Ntt=head+lamp
Most lumes I could find.
I use it for horse/trail riding @ night .. 4:30pm in New England
That is the reason I got it for, but I have been known to go into the woods to pick up wood all ready cut up.

 

[smee]

not a bad idea..

I'm not trusting my new moisture meter, almost a cord of black locust that was hallowed out with carpenter ants is reading in at about 20% just split!
Carpenter ant are still there, any real worries of them going to my house?
I had the tree dropped off from elsewhere...

 

[ctswf]

I love my 35 ton CountyLine from TSC. They also have the 22 and 28 ton on sale today.

I ended up buying the 22ton county line friday from TSC because of this tip. thanks!

it was on sale for $850 before tax. pre assembled and fill of fluids. so far I love it but do not have any hwrdwoods to test at the moment only a downed soft maple in the yard

 

[tekguy]

I ended up buying the 22ton county line friday from TSC because of this tip. thanks!

it was on sale for $850 before tax. pre assembled and fill of fluids. so far I love it but do not have any hwrdwoods to test at the moment only a downed soft maple in the yard

I have split lots of hardwood with my 22 ton huskee (looks identical) - no problems even the big rounds you have to go upright with - get the log catcher/cradle for it asap - or weld up your own

 

[ctswf]

good advice, I will get that catcher next time im at tsc. its $40 right now.

or I might build one, I will probably add a small shoot to it anyway so I can split and push right on to the flatbed trailer

 

[smee]

just ordered the catcher yesterday after splitting a cord last week..

 

[rowerwet]

If you check the DR site they are running a sale on their splitters. $3-500 off and free shipping to nearest freight depot.
Sale ends DEC 17.