can I split 24" diameter log by splitting one side and turning it over and splitting opposite end?
2000166
It will work if you dont blow out the jack seals first. Mine lasted less then 3 days, but the cost of shipping such a heavy item back wasnt worth the trouble. Its still sitting in my shed. Good luck!
2000167
Unfortunately, the log must fit between the head of the bottle jack and the wedge and these two points are 20" apart. Sorry, no way around it. Considering the dimensions of my stove I cut my wood to 16" and the thing works beautifully.
2000168
Boy, you guys need to learn what diameter means. It'll probably work but it will take a lot of work. Also, good luck getting a 24" diameter log on it and keeping it there. I would say it would work but this was not designed for it.
2000169
I might be wrong, but while it sounds like a good idea I doubt that it would work. You need a split to go all the way through the log, and to do that it needs to be deep enough into the log. Even if you could line up the second split perfectly, the fibers in the log would not necessarily split the same way to make a connection with the first split.
1074857
I'm not sure,, I have never tried it this way. The log will probably not stay flat as the ram advances... Also the unit has feet for it's horizontal position, but no real feet for vertical position.
400193
Sure. You can make whatever dimenion you wish. Just set it up to make the cut, turn the log and set your next cut whatever size you desire. I recommend the use of no less than a mid to high power (more horsepower the better) chainsaw and a nice sharp chain.
222917
Not sure if that is possible. I would not want to tamper with the product. The logs dont look too bad and the product works great. Happy to own it.
595173
Yes, there are many combinations of views to choose from. You can also change the size of the split.
448936
They are not split logs and you can pay extra for a larger diameter! You can also mix aspen with pine!
733310
I've been able to cut through a 2x3 on it's side, and all 2x4 and 2x6 cedar/fir. Just feel the resistance of the wood and take er slow!
660218
If you don't cut it, you'll have an awkward turn, it's not really made for turns. If I were you, I'd cut it and solder a small piece of low voltage wire to connect the two halves.
296442
If you are splitting wood that's already been quartered from rounds I think the shorter version might be the better choice. On the other hand my sister in law is 5'4 and she uses my brothers 36" splitter quite regularly with no complaints...
597406
Ted, I wouldn't advise it. A table saw is the safest way to rip lumber to a consistent width. Next to that a circular saw if you don't need an exact cut.
301048
Yes you can, the first time I used it was to cut a branch which broke from an older tree the diameter was 6 to 8".
1954638
I would go no larger than 5-6 inches, however if the log is to large for the bit, the log can be shaved down with a draw knife so that it will feed into the bit.
1552685
Amazon never shipped it, but yes it will work both ways which keeps you from having to lift the logs off the ground. I got mine from another place after Amazon dropped the ball.
1818380
engine is a 12.5 HP Briggs , splitting wedge is 4" or 6" I helped my Step son put his together and did not measure it. He has not had any problem splitting any size of a log, and he is very high strung and I would have heard of this being a problem!!
1599109
It could be done but you would need something to support the saw track (like a 2x10) that you could lay down beside your 2x4 and then just slide the track over as you make each 1/2" cut. It will be tricky though as you make each cut and the 2x4 decreases in width. The rubber bottom on the track may not be enough to keep the 2x4 from moving.
1691550
I would say if the logs were straight and smooth you could cut a 4 1/2 inch diameter log into boards. At least that is what I measured on my saw just now. This saw is probably not very practical for cutting boards out of logs although it is possible.
1651454
We have split a lot of dry, hard oak and madrone up to 12" in diameter. Depending of the knots, we sometimes have to work from the outside of the round to get some pieces to split. This tough little machine has split just about everything we have put in it.