pcasassa
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I bought one of these new from IMS in April 2011. Every time I use it something breaks or malfunctions...... first it was one of the hydraulic hose fittings, next the 9 hp Lowther engine failed (needed to be completely replaced) because the gas (treated with Sta-bil) sat in the carb bowl for longer than 1 month.... next the hydraulic controller failed.... next the lovejoy coupler broke....taking that apart, the cast mount cracked..... then one of the cutting blades broke off. It had rust colored pitting INSIDE the casting. I have MAYBE 30 hours max on this logsplitter!
I've had to keep dragging this thing back to IMS for repairs. To their credit, they've fixed most of it under warranty, but its proven to be the most unreliable logsplitter I've owned...... how about the most unreliable power tool I've ever owned. Very frustrating! I have limited means, I bought this to split wood to help heat my home and reduce heating costs. This was a big purchase for me, and yeah, I regret buying it.
I've had to keep dragging this thing back to IMS for repairs. To their credit, they've fixed most of it under warranty, but its proven to be the most unreliable logsplitter I've owned...... how about the most unreliable power tool I've ever owned. Very frustrating! I have limited means, I bought this to split wood to help heat my home and reduce heating costs. This was a big purchase for me, and yeah, I regret buying it.
