Petrol Log Splitter

[bikewoo]

It looks about the same speed as the handy pro 7 electric splinter, I made mine one handed and with the 4 way wedge it is not too slow. Its about 4 times faster than my last horizontal splitter. Taking it easy I would say you can split 1m builders bag I about 30 mins.

[Chopsdaly]

Is the handy 7 tonne log splitter any good ?

[bikewoo]

I think so. Not refused anything yet.

[billt]

Depends on what you mean by good.

 

It splits fine, but bits fall off, the screws that clamp the adjustable side grips don't stay tight and the return adjustment locking screw is almost impossible to tighten effectively as it's too small and difficult to reach behind the top handle.

 

And it's top heavy so liable to fall over when trying to move it on uneven ground; that's probably true of all of them though.

 

Design's fair, quality control is poor.

[bikewoo]

I think most machines work best with a few mod. For £500 its a lot of machine.

[Chopsdaly]

Thanks for advice, I think I'll go with this one, it's only for occasional use.

[bikewoo]

If you are only going to split the smaller size of log for the splitter (as I do, about 16 inch) you are best to tighten the table levers so they are solid, makes it one less thing to check after a log has "bounced" due to a tough bit.

[bikewoo]

Sorry for hijacking your post Dorset, didn't mean to, I would say if you don't need petrol the electric is good and one less engine to service, and a lot cheaper/quieter.

[Dorset Treeman]

Don't worry bikewoo your comments are appreciated. Had to be petrol splitter for me as no electric in either sites I need it for. Bought the Titan pro 10 ton splitter today as they are a local company to me and I was able to have a play with one before buying. It seems adequate for my needs. I will post again when I have got it and put it through its paces.