Log splitter plans

Rat Rod Mac · Apr 20, 2017

I would like to make/buy a log splitter that has the capabilities to lift the piece to be split from the ground to the splitting rail. My back is not what it used to be, so I think a splitter like this would be just the ticket for me. I saw a video of a splitter with this feature, but that was it just a video. I would like to watch a video of a splitter and be sure it's what I want, then buy the blueprints and make it. Or off course buy one, but as of now I have never seen one offered. Anyone know where a fellow could get a video and plans to make a splitter like this? Thanks. RRM

Oldpath05 · Apr 20, 2017

Rat Rod Mac said:
I would like to make/buy a log splitter that has the capabilities to lift the piece to be split from the ground to the splitting rail. My back is not what it used to be, so I think a splitter like this would be just the ticket for me. I saw a video of a splitter with this feature, but that was it just a video. I would like to watch a video of a splitter and be sure it's what I want, then buy the blueprints and make it. Or off course buy one, but as of now I have never seen one offered. Anyone know where a fellow could get a video and plans to make a splitter like this? Thanks. RRM

Might need a little more intel of what exactly your describing, far as I know there's a good selection of wood splitters on the market with a lift. I prefer a winch on a small crane on a spliter.

MossRoad · Apr 20, 2017

There are lots of log splitters sold commercially with log lifters. Here's one, for example.

22-Ton Gas Log Splitter with Log Lift & Log Catcher Tray Kit | RuggedMade

Rat Rod Mac · Apr 21, 2017

Yep, that's what I'm looking for. Haven't started looking much, so didn't know anyone made one. Hey MossRoad, you know of any other units available out there? Thanks again. RRM

davedj1 · Apr 21, 2017

Do a search on here , lot's of build threads and ideas. I wouldn't want a splitter without a log lift now that I have one.
Good luck.

motownbrowne · Apr 21, 2017

Check out this guy's stuff. Wolfe Ridge Mfg – Eau Claire, WI USA – 715.559.4376 – Professional Grade Wood Splitters

He makes very nice stuff at a completely reasonable price. I just ordered a three point model from him yesterday. If you don't split a lot of wood it might be overkill, but his price on a model with a lift and a 4 way wedge is a decent amount less than the big manufacturers.

MossRoad · Apr 21, 2017

Rat Rod Mac said:
Yep, that's what I'm looking for. Haven't started looking much, so didn't know anyone made one. Hey MossRoad, you know of any other units available out there? Thanks again. RRM

Northern Tool sells some, too.

muddstopper · Apr 21, 2017

I put this on one splitter. mini knuckle boom

swapped it out for this

Oldpath05 · Apr 21, 2017

muddstopper said:
I put this on one splitter. mini knuckle boomView attachment 506817 swapped it out for this View attachment 506818

I like the second one in the picture better, my crane is similar to that cept my winch is at the end of the crane with remote control, I like cable and tongs better because it gives more reach from all around the splitter.

muddstopper · Apr 22, 2017

Second setup is definitly the better of the two. While the knuckle boom worked "alright", , it just took to much effort to swing the boom, hook up the tongs, and put the log on the beam. The old mechanics boom does have a winch. I made a remote cord 20ft long, I can hook up a large round 20ft away from the splitter, drag it up and load on the beam without breaking a sweat. My only mistake with the second setup is the boom isnt mounted high enough. I can only lift a round of just under 48in dia because I didnt leave enough room between the boom and the beam.