Whiteyf713
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Looking to buy a new splitter. My local farm store only has short rail Brave splitters. Never used that type needing any feedback possible on that machine.
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Dunham Farm
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I don't know the term short rail on a splitter. How much wood are you planning to split a year?
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WilliamBos
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Are you looking at 3PT hydraulic or stand alone?? For us, a 3PT was the one we wanted, one fuel source, one engine to maintain, and easy to take in the bush, or where ever we are splitting.
dodge man
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I bought a Speeco log splitter about 3 months ago. I've been pretty happy with it. To be honest I think its a cheaper made one, its got a copy cat Honda motor on it. It's a 15 ton I think. So far I have been really happy with it. I can tow it just about anywhere I want.
WilliamBos
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That is a licensed Honda engine, China made no doubt. I am looking at a generator with the same series engine on it. I know a few people with them, and they seem happy with them.
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Whiteyf713
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Iwill be splitting enough to heat ~2500 sq. ft house and 1500sq. ft shed. I am thinking i will need at least 25 ton plus of force. Towable model is my only option due to the distance to our timber.
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Dongerosa
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My dad bought a 24 ton Brave 30 years ago...It has split wood every years...4-5 cords when dad was using it (20 yrs), 2 cords/yr. for my use. leaks a little oil, changes low pressure hoses a year ago...8 hp Briggs that runs great. I would highly recommend the Brave unit.
Happyman
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I have a brave splitter and love it. If you go to their web site you can see the difference between the short rail and regular rail. Both are great. I did a lot of research before I purchased and the Brave unit was the best buy for quality and performance, given the $.
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Jeepnford
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You might know this already but make sure it has high speed tires and bearings. Some of them are limited to 35 or 40 mph.
woodyacres
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I bought my logsplitter from Lowes this summer for $1300. I spent $200 more than TSC or my local hardware, but I have not been happy with my B&S motors so, i wanted a Honda. So far, I am very happy with it. If you go to Lowes.com you can get a new move in coupon for 10% off too!
