Buying Advice First CUT: Sizing and Used Options

[FreedomFamilyFarms]

Pretty solid thread on 3 point vs independent wood splitter. I hadn't considered long term expense of running up the hours on a tractor (hydraulic fluid, filters, etc.) I have a couple Honda gas engines already. They don't eat much. Unless I can get a SWEET deal on a used one I'll likely borrow or buy a trailered gasoline model. Thanks for the tips.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/274069-3-pt-hitch-log-splitter.html

 

[jeff9366]

What did you find impracticable about an 110V or 220V electric splitter?

LINK: Best Electric Wood Splitter | Reviews | Chainsaw Journal

4-1 Ton Electric Log Splitters | WoodSplitterDirect.com

 

[FreedomFamilyFarms]

Good point Jeff, haven't really considered electric. Will have power at the woodshed so I'll want to keep and electric in mind. At first glance, the 110 models look somewhat anemic compared to gasoline. Not planning to run 220 out there (just a roof with 2x4s for sides). If I can split it with a 5 or 7 ton electric, I'll probably split it by hand. I could still be convinced... Would be nice to test drive one first.

 

[check]

Good point Jeff, haven't really considered electric. Will have power at the woodshed so I'll want to keep and electric in mind. At first glance, the 110 models look somewhat anemic compared to gasoline. Not planning to run 220 out there (just a roof with 2x4s for sides). If I can split it with a 5 or 7 ton electric, I'll probably split it by hand. I could still be convinced... Would be nice to test drive one first. <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=479954"/>

I have had a 4 ton electric splitter it for years, and it works fine for most of our uses, but I don't have any huge 24 inch rounds either. Paid less than $300 for it brand-new. Recently bought a 5.5 ton electric splitter as well.

 

[FreedomFamilyFarms]

Just read a dozen threads on plowing vs blowing snow. Seems a SSQA plow with hydraulic angle will be the best tool for me 95% of the time. Any recommendations on a brand or supplier?

 

[varmint]

Check out the HLA plows... made by Horst Welding, in Ontario. They make a full line of sizes and weights, and when I needed a plow, Messick's in PA set me up with my HLA 1000, 78", with the hydraulic angling. HLA Snow | 1 SnowBlade

Works well, and seems like it is solidly made. I see the current models come with a crossover relief- I had added mine, because I am plowing a rough lane, with snags here and there. I like being able to lift snow piles up and over using the loader, when I run out of space to put snow.

 

[terryknight]

i bought a SSQA plate and created a mount for an 8.5 ft meyers. i didn't shorten the a frame on the plow so it hangs way out there, but i can still use it on a truck if need be

 

[FreedomFamilyFarms]

I have a dealer just north of here that sells HLA. Need to get a better idea of price. MSRP seems awfully high on those. I could buy an old truck with a plow and move snow from a heated cab for the retail price of those babies.

 

[DieselBound]

I have a dealer just north of here that sells HLA. Need to get a better idea of price. MSRP seems awfully high on those. I could buy an old truck with a plow and move snow from a heated cab for the retail price of those babies.

AND, you're likely going to get that work done quicker with a decent truck. I'm going by what I've read others say; thankfully I don't have any snow issues.

 

[motownbrowne]

I have a dealer just north of here that sells HLA. Need to get a better idea of price. MSRP seems awfully high on those. I could buy an old truck with a plow and move snow from a heated cab for the retail price of those babies.

We get a pretty decent amount of snow. I do all my snow removal with a cheap back blade and the loader bucket. She, I'd love a SSQA blade and a three point blower, but for the price they want, I'll stick with what I've got. The rest blade is fast and easy, the loader can push the banks back if needed.