3-Point Hitch Hydraulic power for 3 pt log splitter

[rick480]

I have a BX 1860 with a FEL. Can anyone tell if this tractor would be suitable for a small 3 point log splitter and if so where would I hook the hydraulic hoses?

Could they be connected to the hydraulic quick connects for the FEL or would I have to add ports at the back of the tractor somehow?

 

[roadhouse]

youd have to add a power beyond to the rear. if you brought somewhere to have it done it probobly cost a couple hundred bucks.

 

[kennyd]

You can use the ports for the FEL, and just use a bungee cord to hold the joystick down so you have continuous flow to the splitter.

BUT, with the amount of flow (GPM) on your machine, it will be painfully slow.

 

[alkabo]

I have a Split-fire brand 3-point splitter on an L4400 and with it splitting both ways I don't have any problem with the speed of the splitter. It really makes a difference not having a dead return stroke.

 

[roadhouse]

splits both ways? got any pictures?

 

[rpraymond]

Here's their website. Split-Fire Sales Inc. :: 3203 Woodsplitter :: Quality Built. High Performance. Split-Fire - Your Best Choice

 

[rick480]

Northern tool has a similar 2-way 3 point splitter at a very reasonable price. Powerhorse Horizontal Log Splitter — 3 Pt., 13-Ton Ram Force, 3in. x 18in. Cylinder | Log Splitters | Northern Tool + Equipment Still trying to figure out what kind of port I would have to add to my BX to connect one.

 

[roadhouse]

pretty decsent idea but cant be as strong as a coventinal splitter with the ram behind the head.

 

[crazyal]

I looked at the two way splitters but I find I usually split the large chucks 6 to 8 times. I'll split them, rotate them, then split them again. Kind of defeats the purpose of the duel action. The Northern one and the smaller split fire ones may be kind of small for larger diameter or tough wood. 13 tons sounds a little light but I have never used one so maybe it's fine. The larger Split Fire models say 10 to 20 gpm is recommended.

 

[alkabo]

I was splitting oak that was 34 inch diameter with the split-fire. Just split a chunk off tip the rest over to the other side then split on the return stroke. I thought it was much easier than the conventional that I have used. Also being on the 3-point I was able to lower it almost down to ground level for getting the big stuff on it to split. On smaller stuff having the unit up to a level where I wasn't bending over to work it was real nice. I looked at the northern unit but in my opinion it isn't half as well built as the split-fire. I have the 3203 model and am able to split oak right thru the crotch with no problem.