Attaching a log splitter

rickmacheske · Jun 6, 2006

Now that I have a pile of logs the size of a small house I need to split them. Which splitter should I get and how do I attach it? I have a Kubota L3400. How do I attach anything with hydralics to the 3pt hitch? Is there an auxillary panel I can buy where I can quick disconnect it? I don't plan on splitting all those logs at once so I need to have something that I can put on and take off easily.
Thanks for the help!
Rick

Kubota L3400, FEL, Box Blade, 6' finish mower, 5' bushhog, 4' spreader, chipper/shreadder, 4' tiller

rickmacheske · Jun 6, 2006

Now that I have a pile of logs the size of a small house I need to split them. Which splitter should I get and how do I attach it? I have a Kubota L3400. How do I attach anything with hydralics to the 3pt hitch? Is there an auxillary panel I can buy where I can quick disconnect it? I don't plan on splitting all those logs at once so I need to have something that I can put on and take off easily.
Thanks for the help!
Rick

Kubota L3400, FEL, Box Blade, 6' finish mower, 5' bushhog, 4' spreader, chipper/shreadder, 4' tiller

Justaplain · Jun 6, 2006

I put 12 foot hoses on mine and set it 4x8 plywood on saw horses. This way I can toss the split wood into my bucket and take it where I want to, when I want to. bcs

Justaplain · Jun 6, 2006

I put 12 foot hoses on mine and set it 4x8 plywood on saw horses. This way I can toss the split wood into my bucket and take it where I want to, when I want to. bcs

greg_g · Jun 6, 2006

( How do I attach anything with hydralics to the 3pt hitch? Is there an auxillary panel I can buy where I can quick disconnect it? )
I think it's safe to assume you didn't equip your L3400 with rear hydraulic remotes. If so, the Kubota dealer will be happy to install a set, but they're not cheap. Remotes are a worthwhile investment if you have several implements that require hydraulic pressure, but not very sensible if a log splitter is all you'll ever use them for.

When you add the cost of Kubota rear remotes and splitter hoses to the price of a TPH log splitter, I'm willing to make a substantial wager that a gasoline powered splitter will cost less. But if you have future plans for rear hydraulics, now's the time to install them - and go with your original TPH splitter idea.

//greg//

greg_g · Jun 6, 2006

( How do I attach anything with hydralics to the 3pt hitch? Is there an auxillary panel I can buy where I can quick disconnect it? )
I think it's safe to assume you didn't equip your L3400 with rear hydraulic remotes. If so, the Kubota dealer will be happy to install a set, but they're not cheap. Remotes are a worthwhile investment if you have several implements that require hydraulic pressure, but not very sensible if a log splitter is all you'll ever use them for.

When you add the cost of Kubota rear remotes and splitter hoses to the price of a TPH log splitter, I'm willing to make a substantial wager that a gasoline powered splitter will cost less. But if you have future plans for rear hydraulics, now's the time to install them - and go with your original TPH splitter idea.

//greg//

Foghorn · Jun 6, 2006

Rick,

I have a Kubota 2910 and just purchased a Timberwolf TW-3 PTO splitter /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif. So far I've split about two cords of wood with it and LOVE it. A lot of people will tell you DON'T go with a PTO splitter because it ties up your tractor, puts extra hours on it, and in order to take your splitter anywhere you have to take your tractor too. I was worried about those things up until I used the splitter for the first time. The only way it ties up the tractor for me is I used to throw the split wood into a trailer and haul it with the tractor to where it's stacked. To solve that I'm going to rig up a ball for my loader. This is better is some ways because I won't have to worry about he trailer tipping up on me if it gets too tail heavy. I've had the tractor for three years now and only put 110 hours on it. The extra hours it takes me to split my 4-6 cords a year is not going to wear it out anytime soon /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif. Plus I have enough other engines to maintain as it is... And as far as having to take the tractor anywhere I want to split wood - that doesn't bother me for I do most, if not all, of my splitting on my property; plus the friends(you gain when you buy a splitter) won't be able to borrow it.

The TW-3 has a 6 second cycle time /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif and will split anything I would ever throw at or on it. Infact it's build better than any box store splitter out there. It does come at a price though /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif. The best thing about it though is I can raise and lower it to make my back happy - something a tow behind can't do.

The digital camera is full but I'll post some pic's as soon as I download and free up some space.

If you have any other questions or concerns let me know - Foghorn

Foghorn · Jun 6, 2006

Rick,

I have a Kubota 2910 and just purchased a Timberwolf TW-3 PTO splitter /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif. So far I've split about two cords of wood with it and LOVE it. A lot of people will tell you DON'T go with a PTO splitter because it ties up your tractor, puts extra hours on it, and in order to take your splitter anywhere you have to take your tractor too. I was worried about those things up until I used the splitter for the first time. The only way it ties up the tractor for me is I used to throw the split wood into a trailer and haul it with the tractor to where it's stacked. To solve that I'm going to rig up a ball for my loader. This is better is some ways because I won't have to worry about he trailer tipping up on me if it gets too tail heavy. I've had the tractor for three years now and only put 110 hours on it. The extra hours it takes me to split my 4-6 cords a year is not going to wear it out anytime soon /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif. Plus I have enough other engines to maintain as it is... And as far as having to take the tractor anywhere I want to split wood - that doesn't bother me for I do most, if not all, of my splitting on my property; plus the friends(you gain when you buy a splitter) won't be able to borrow it.

The TW-3 has a 6 second cycle time /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif and will split anything I would ever throw at or on it. Infact it's build better than any box store splitter out there. It does come at a price though /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif. The best thing about it though is I can raise and lower it to make my back happy - something a tow behind can't do.

The digital camera is full but I'll post some pic's as soon as I download and free up some space.

If you have any other questions or concerns let me know - Foghorn

rickmacheske · Jun 6, 2006

I was thinking about the TSC #2153304. It looks like I only need to route a hydraulic line and return to the back of the tractor. I was hoping to find a panel that I could use for quick connects/disconnects and then put the same on the splitter. Am I missing something? Can't I just put a T in one of the lines (and returns) before it's routed to the FEL valve?
Thanks,
Rick

rickmacheske · Jun 6, 2006

I was thinking about the TSC #2153304. It looks like I only need to route a hydraulic line and return to the back of the tractor. I was hoping to find a panel that I could use for quick connects/disconnects and then put the same on the splitter. Am I missing something? Can't I just put a T in one of the lines (and returns) before it's routed to the FEL valve?
Thanks,
Rick

rickmacheske · Jun 6, 2006

Foghorn,
How do you hook it up? This will be the first time I will be playing with my hydraulic lines. Do you have pictures?

I'm convinced that I want a 3pt splitter since I don't want to service another engine. WAY too many now.

rickmacheske · Jun 6, 2006

Foghorn,
How do you hook it up? This will be the first time I will be playing with my hydraulic lines. Do you have pictures?

I'm convinced that I want a 3pt splitter since I don't want to service another engine. WAY too many now.

dmp437 · Jun 7, 2006

I've got the TSC splitter and am very happy with it. For the money it's had to beat. To run it I purchased the "PowerBeyond" kit from Deere which allows you to tap into the hydraulic circuit that runs the three point to run things like a backhoe or the splitter. I would be surprised if 'bota didn't offer the same setup.

dmp437 · Jun 7, 2006

I've got the TSC splitter and am very happy with it. For the money it's had to beat. To run it I purchased the "PowerBeyond" kit from Deere which allows you to tap into the hydraulic circuit that runs the three point to run things like a backhoe or the splitter. I would be surprised if 'bota didn't offer the same setup.

MadReferee · Jun 7, 2006

( I just put a T in one of the lines (and returns) before it's routed to the FEL valve? )

Very simply, no.

I explained your options in another thread.

MadReferee · Jun 7, 2006

( I just put a T in one of the lines (and returns) before it's routed to the FEL valve? )

Very simply, no.

I explained your options in another thread.

Foghorn · Jun 7, 2006

Rick,

I don't tap into the tractor's hydraulic system at all. The logsplitter has its own hydraulic reservoir and pump. The pump slides onto the rear PTO shaft. It's takes the same amount of time to hook it up as any other rear PTO operated piece of equipment.

I probably won't have any pictures until next week...

Foghorn · Jun 7, 2006

Rick,

I don't tap into the tractor's hydraulic system at all. The logsplitter has its own hydraulic reservoir and pump. The pump slides onto the rear PTO shaft. It's takes the same amount of time to hook it up as any other rear PTO operated piece of equipment.

I probably won't have any pictures until next week...