Wanting to make 3pt log splitter

   / Wanting to make 3pt log splitter #1  

WV_Budman

New member
Joined
Feb 28, 2005
Messages
5
Question: Where is the best place to buy hydraulic cylinder and detent valve looking for quality at the best buy. Want to make it where I can run it vertical so I will also need to find a wedgeto fit on the end of the cylinder
 
   / Wanting to make 3pt log splitter #4  
Sweet.. Thanks MadReferee, I didn't know that you could get a kit for a log splitter and then buy some additional parts and there you have it. I have checked Northern Tool's stuff, in buying all the parts and then welding the frame, etc.. but since I found Surplus Center it would appear that you don't have to do much part shopping..

7mmrum
 
   / Wanting to make 3pt log splitter #5  
I thought about using the cylinders off of my loader. But then I'm pretty cheap. But my log splitter project is waiting till after the bbq project which is about a year behind at this time..
 
   / Wanting to make 3pt log splitter #6  
i recently seen a three pt splitter that i thought was kinda neet instead of going strait out the back with the beam they went sideways made it allot more compact and it didnt stick out so far it was also a standup

just wanted to add my 2 cents
 
   / Wanting to make 3pt log splitter #7  
Couple of thoughts from someone who has used one of these a LOT ;-)

I was looking at the tractor supply catalog today and they have most of the parts. I know that northern has a weldable wedge...

As far as the crossways across the back of the tractor, I would think twice about this. In my case, I would extend the third link to set the wedge end on the ground or on a small (~ 8") tall stub so I did not have to lift the wood up so high.

BTW - If you want to consider buying, my FIL has a HD homemade horizontal for sale now - PM me if you want more info...

FWIW - FaC
 

Tractor & Equipment Auctions

2012 MAGNUM TRAILER (A50854)
2012 MAGNUM...
2004 Sterling L8500 4,000 Gallon T/A Water Truck (A50323)
2004 Sterling...
2019 CATERPILLAR 440 BACKHOE (A51242)
2019 CATERPILLAR...
2015 Chevrolet Express Passenger Bus (A50323)
2015 Chevrolet...
2016 Gravely Pro-Turn 260 60in Zero Turn Mower (A48082)
2016 Gravely...
2003 Big Tex 10PI 16ft. T/A Pipe Top Utility Trailer (A49461)
2003 Big Tex 10PI...
 
Top