3 Point Hitch log splitter

[Deadman]

I opted against the 3pt splitter just because I didn't want the tractor tied up just because I wanted to split wood.

Lots of times I am hauling wood out of the woods (3 pt rack carrying wood, and loader full), so then i'd need to rip the tractor apart just to split the dang wood up. I went with a Honda Engine model and can't say enough good things about it........
Depends how u use your tractor.

 

[Woody_NH]

Anyone using the TSC splitter on a newer 3x20 series with Power Beyond? The PB set-up on my 3320 has 3 connections--the "normal" loop, and an extra on the left hand side (when viewed from the rear). It's not clear to me how to set-up the splitter in this arrangement. If you run the splitter from the loop output and then back into the loop input (the way you would on the older version of the PB) that's fine--but what's that other connector for?? Maybe a higher flow--direct return to the tank? Any suggestions?
Thanks,
B8fish

The manual that came with the power beyond kit for my 3320 calls for using the 3rd connector for return whenever an implement is connected. This provides a direct return to the sump and by-passes the rockshaft unit so 3PH operation is disabled. The old design had only two connectors with return always passing through the rockshaft unit.

Why this change in design? I don't know. And I don't know if it is safe to use the "normal loop" return when using a splitter thus retaining 3PH operation. For everyone's information, this is being discussed in another thread, see:
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1066498#poststop

 

[funnyfarmdh]

I also am considering getting a 3 point splitter for my L2900 since I have a mountain of big heavy Maple and a 100' fir that;s 4' at the butt to split. I would need the horizontal/vertical design. QUestion I have is are all these splitters mounted sideways? I was thinking I could back up to big rounds that I cannot lift and slide the foot under the round with the tractor to split it. Doesn't seem like that would work with the splitter mounted sideways????????

 

[Stonehaller]

I also am considering getting a 3 point splitter for my L2900 since I have a mountain of big heavy Maple and a 100' fir that;s 4' at the butt to split. I would need the horizontal/vertical design. QUestion I have is are all these splitters mounted sideways? I was thinking I could back up to big rounds that I cannot lift and slide the foot under the round with the tractor to split it. Doesn't seem like that would work with the splitter mounted sideways????????

They do make 3 point splitters in the orientation you want. Check out the Wallenstein WX370 below. However, it does not look like the hing latching mechanism may strong enough for pushing around a big round using the tractor with the splitter in the vertical position.

Wallenstein WX300 Series 3 Point Hitch Wood Splitter Specs - Wallenstein Outdoor Power Equipment Made in Canada

 

[funnyfarmdh]

They do make 3 point splitters in the orientation you want. Check out the Wallenstein WX370 below. However, it does not look like the hing latching mechanism may strong enough for pushing around a big round using the tractor with the splitter in the vertical position.

Wallenstein WX300 Series 3 Point Hitch Wood Splitter Specs - Wallenstein Outdoor Power Equipment Made in Canada

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Looks interesting but since it is strictly a vertical splitter it has limited versatility. I suspect all of the 3 point splitters that are vertical/horizontal mount sideways for structural reasons. I just need to figure out what is the best approach to splitting the big rounds I am accumulating. I usually just use a maul or a sledge and wedges but I am almost 70 and ...............

 

[timkirby]

It would be necessary to prop up one side of a large round in order to get the foot of a splitter such as the Wallenstein 370 under the round but it seems to me that that approach should work. I used to manhandle large rounds into position on a 3 point vertical/horizontal splitter (operated in vertical position) but I've grown too old for that, so I sold the 3 point splitter, bought a stand-alone vertical/horizontal splitter, added a grapple on my loader bucket and position large rounds onto the splitter (operated in vertical mode) using the bucket & grapple. That technique is working well for me.

 

[bcp]

I also am considering getting a 3 point splitter for my L2900 since I have a mountain of big heavy Maple and a 100' fir that;s 4' at the butt to split. I would need the horizontal/vertical design. QUestion I have is are all these splitters mounted sideways? I was thinking I could back up to big rounds that I cannot lift and slide the foot under the round with the tractor to split it. Doesn't seem like that would work with the splitter mounted sideways????????

How about a horizontal splitter with a log lifter or crane? I can't name any but have seen several of each on TBN.

Bruce

 

[funnyfarmdh]

horizontal splitter costs a bunch more than the 3 pt and one with a lift even more. WOuld kinda eat up all my profits from the wood............ Might just stick with the maul and wedges. Once I bust one in half its usually game on. I might rent a splitter and try it out but picking up each piece to either put in on the splitter or under the ram seems like as much work as busting the wood by hand.

 

[square1]

There was one on Craigslist that was upside down which allowed you to lower it onto a log lying on the ground. IIRC, it was for a skid steer, maybe there's one like it for tractors. That would be the cat's meow for big rounds. I agree though, sledge, wedges, and splitting maul are the fastest way to make the pile of big pieces into a pile of small pieces