Clever design. Returning the once-split wood back to the wedge is brilliant. The other changes are also very well thought out. I can't believe the number of people that use a splitter that is a foot or more too low. They will have back problems in later life. Think thrice, measure twice, and build once.
Neighbor Doug, this is pretty cool. We folks from the south refer to that as Yankee Ingenuity and you sir can wear it as a badge of honor. thanks for sharing this project.
@fcsturningwoodcraft2933 if you been a fabricator all you life then you should know he went around the block to go down the street. Put the knife on the ram and the wood never moves eliminating the need for a sliding table and as far as stopping the ram at certain points we'll that's as simple as drilling a hole in the beam and putting a bolt in it
You may have lost your eyesight but you did not lose your vision. Very creative and useful upgrades on all that you do, but this splitter in particular. I will enjoy watching your videos for the years to come. Be blessed.
Amazing project! I want to see many more of that style of videos. Extremely impressive transformation from an old, ugly, inefficient splitter to a beautiful efficient comfortable splitter for homeowners.
DOUG, (or is it... Freddy Fabricator?!) , Best transformation of the old Frankenstein splitter I have ever seen! The modifications are definitely 'custom' Doug!
I would not have thought about wiggle room for the return. Good idea. I wondered bout the trash dropping from that cool tray. Awwsome work and prethoght.
There is a fella up in Canada with a log splitter with a moving tray - Knott Wood Working is the name of his channel. Great build, thanks for sharing. Enjoy the journey - cheers
Easton Made come on get Doug an Axis and the target audience would be that casual wood yard guy that don't have a lot of time to use a slow splitter then Doug can put his project in the Log Splitter Hall of Fame.
Doug you are amazing. I love what you have transformed this splitter into. I'm 75 years old and have been watching your channel since you started. You remind me of my Dad who could build anything. I did not get that trait. Keep up the good work. I enjoy watching your creations.
I keep saying this. Doug, "You're the man!" That moving tray is really something. Seriously, you should look into getting a patent for it. Another great video!
I love what you have done and the fabrication work. It appears to split a little faster than before. You can even use your heat shield to fry up some eggs. 😄 I am really loving those golf cart wheels. 👍🏻
wow, the sliding tray is an idea you should patent. very cool idea. I like the valve stop idea too. I have an old splitter that attaches to my 3pt hitch of the tractor and to lessen the cycle time, I have to always watch the return travel and stop it manually each time. classy rebuild. I like when you are done, it all looks brand new with a new clean paint job.
Glad you took my idea and added shade. You need to patent that movable tray and call the Eastman access people. Great job it was awesome following this build.
Old northern tool splitter. I bought the same one second hand 21 years ago and left it when I sold my house 7years ago. Was able to get it back two weeks ago and drop it at the shop for repair. It’s running again so I’ll be running a cord or two of wood thru it this winter. I love the mods you made.
This has been my favorite mini series you’ve done so far Doug. Thanks for sharing all the good ideas and simple things that can make a big difference. It’s also good to see neighbor Adam helping out ha!
I have the same northern hydraulics.Splitter works and looks as good as new, even has the original stickers on it. Raising the deck higher and making the sliding tray is a great idea nice job. Next, maybe a log lift or a large table to hookaroon the logs.
You attention to detail is wild. I appreciate your quality build on this innovative splitter. Maybe the log splitting manufacturers are taking notes. Great job
Thats absolutely awesome Doug. Ive genuinely been checking youtube every 40 mins this morning here in N. Ireland waiting on this video. I love your ideas and creativity. Glad the stickers are on too ! I guarantee theres not another log splitter on the planet with Chrome wheels. I really hope your channel grows and you reap the rewards, i really enjoyed this one. Your living my dream- honestly. Take care, good to see Adam helping out Liam 👍
You are one impressive guy, super intelligent design ideas and great job at fabricating it all. Probably no one has seen many of these ideas before, but once a wood splitter manufacturer see your designs they will be used by many people I suspect.
I love the log holder rack you made. I will look at my Country Line Log splitter and see if I can add something like that. Great videos, I enjoy your channel.
I see this projecet as proof that the true geniuses of the World doesn't necessarily are the ones that claim to be a genius but one who explores and learn through life. Keep up the great work your doing!
Absolutely brilliant Doug, seeing how this log splitter looked from the beginning. That sliding tray bang on the money. That umbrella,drink holder, and of course those rims and tires. Cant forget the division made for the engine. ONE EYED CUSTOMS a fan👌🏻🔥🇨🇦
Great mods Doug! I think you might need an extension on the lever to bring it closer to the slitting wedge. I noticed that you were always having to reach back a ways to engage the retract stroke....
I thought your idea of a hydraulic bumper shut off was great but I thought of something much simpler. Having been a farmer I remembered that they make split collars in various lengths that slip right over the cylinder shaft that make the cylinder “bottom “ out sooner, no need for a bumper rod. I loved your sliding cradle.
Nice idea on the traveling tray - great idea (you should patent it before someone takes the concept and sells it to the big companies). Don't care for a 4way wedge but to each their own. Hopefully you didn't spend a lot of money on the renovation and will be able to enjoy the splitter. Stay safe.
I think you have a great concept for your log splitter , one thing I would suggest is to take two foot high bottom half of the bladder from the IC tote to put under your splitter to catch all the debris’s so you do not have to rake it up later…
Hey Doug....nice job, only thing I would add to the push plate would be 5-6 sharp welded grippers. When you get into knotty wood the end of the round will want to fly left or right off the plate.....just my thought......other wise you are ready for production!!!!
Amazing just when we think Dougifications couldn’t get any better you outdo yourself again. You must have some pretty interesting and productive dreams at night, you must keep a notebook near by, LOL. That sliding tray is just next level icing on the cake. 😊✨🪵✨👍👍👍
Very impressive. Well thought out and designed. I can see doing some modifications to my own splitter. At least mine is already set up in the workable tongue opposite of the ram. The umbrella and drink holder is a nice touch. Hats off to you Doug nice project. Thanks for sharing.
You have no doubt got some great ideas and on top of that you are capable of making your ideas a reality. 👍👍 It doesn't have to be perfect, after all it's just a log splitter, but it does look good.
Doug, Absolutely a patentable idea on the log cradle. You did a phenominal job on it and I think I need one for my TSC splitter! Keep up the cool content .
Doug, great video. I really like watching your creativity and knowledge on this video as well as the other ones. As far as a 4 way wedge, I don't see the need. If you were selling wood it might be a good addition. But for a few cords, why bother. Besides, you have more control over the size. Just my opinion. I have been splitting wood with old Lickity Log splitters for over 50 years now. Single wedge, large rounds, small rounds, and anything in between. Love that sliding tray, though. Looking forward to your next fabrication!
Clever design. Returning the once-split wood back to the wedge is brilliant. The other changes are also very well thought out. I can't believe the number of people that use a splitter that is a foot or more too low. They will have back problems in later life.
Think thrice, measure twice, and build once.
Thank you very much!
Neighbor Doug, this is pretty cool. We folks from the south refer to that as Yankee Ingenuity and you sir can wear it as a badge of honor. thanks for sharing this project.
I’ll wear that badge proudly! Thank you!
that sliding wedge is great thinking, very well produced. top line splitters will be looking at this.
Crazy to see how some small modifications can make such a drastic improvement in efficiency and enjoyment using this old unit.
I’m 70 now and I’ve been a custom fabricator all my working career and well this just makes me smile. Nicely done 👍
That is awesome!
@fcsturningwoodcraft2933 if you been a fabricator all you life then you should know he went around the block to go down the street. Put the knife on the ram and the wood never moves eliminating the need for a sliding table and as far as stopping the ram at certain points we'll that's as simple as drilling a hole in the beam and putting a bolt in it
You may have lost your eyesight but you did not lose your vision. Very creative and useful upgrades on all that you do, but this splitter in particular. I will enjoy watching your videos for the years to come. Be blessed.
Oh thank you!
Wow! I'm continually amazed with the custom designs and workmanship that you provide. Can't get enough of this Doug. Well done.
Great work as usual Doug. The return cradle is ideal. Well done.
The moving table is a great idea. I also love the umbrella holder. Great to see you keeping an heirloom in service with some more practical features.
You are unbelievable the way you customized that splitter. The sliding tray is beautiful.
Without fail, my favourite log splitter video ever! Amazing what is possible it’s patience and considered thought, just outstanding Doug!!
Couldn’t wait to see the final product after you one eyed this machine. You didn’t disappoint. Great job as always.
Amazing project! I want to see many more of that style of videos. Extremely impressive transformation from an old, ugly, inefficient splitter to a beautiful efficient comfortable splitter for homeowners.
DOUG, (or is it... Freddy Fabricator?!) , Best transformation of the old Frankenstein splitter I have ever seen! The modifications are definitely 'custom' Doug!
I would not have thought about wiggle room for the return. Good idea. I wondered bout the trash dropping from that cool tray. Awwsome work and prethoght.
There is a fella up in Canada with a log splitter with a moving tray - Knott Wood Working is the name of his channel. Great build, thanks for sharing. Enjoy the journey - cheers
Absolutely awesome Old guy ingenuity !!!👴🏼💪
Easton Made come on get Doug an Axis and the target audience would be that casual wood yard guy that don't have a lot of time to use a slow splitter then Doug can put his project in the Log Splitter Hall of Fame.
Hahahahaha, thanks for the comment!!
Doug you are amazing. I love what you have transformed this splitter into. I'm 75 years old and have been watching your channel since you started. You remind me of my Dad who could build anything. I did not get that trait. Keep up the good work. I enjoy watching your creations.
That was a very well thought out FAB. Cool wheels and all. 🤠
Very ingenuous modification of your old log splitter. Spectacular!
Well done Doug! Excellent thought process, innovation and fabrication!
I keep saying this. Doug, "You're the man!" That moving tray is really something. Seriously, you should look into getting a patent for it. Another great video!
I love what you have done and the fabrication work. It appears to split a little faster than before. You can even use your heat shield to fry up some eggs. 😄 I am really loving those golf cart wheels. 👍🏻
Thank you very much!
I like the height but I love the split wood return!!! Well done!
Back to the drawing board for my splitter thanks for the great ideas
wow, the sliding tray is an idea you should patent. very cool idea. I like the valve stop idea too. I have an old splitter that attaches to my 3pt hitch of the tractor and to lessen the cycle time, I have to always watch the return travel and stop it manually each time. classy rebuild. I like when you are done, it all looks brand new with a new clean paint job.
Cool, thanks
Glad you took my idea and added shade. You need to patent that movable tray and call the Eastman access people. Great job it was awesome following this build.
Great ideas and great execution as always Doug!
Thank you
very cool upgrades, Doug !!!
Old northern tool splitter. I bought the same one second hand 21 years ago and left it when I sold my house 7years ago. Was able to get it back two weeks ago and drop it at the shop for repair. It’s running again so I’ll be running a cord or two of wood thru it this winter. I love the mods you made.
This has been my favorite mini series you’ve done so far Doug. Thanks for sharing all the good ideas and simple things that can make a big difference. It’s also good to see neighbor Adam helping out ha!
And yet again you have taken something and modified it to make it so much better and easier to use. Amazing job.
Thank you! Cheers!
Hi Doug, very nice upgrade project on the splitter. I particularly like the relocation of the valve to bump stop it and the moving deck, great idea!
I have the same northern hydraulics.Splitter works and looks as good as new, even has the original stickers on it. Raising the deck higher and making the sliding tray is a great idea nice job. Next, maybe a log lift or a large table to hookaroon the logs.
That is the coolest log splitter I’ve ever seen.
That thing is super cool Doug!
You attention to detail is wild. I appreciate your quality build on this innovative splitter. Maybe the log splitting manufacturers are taking notes. Great job
Very cool! Love the thinking behind it! Function and form from what was all dysfunctional.
More great ideas, always thinking ahead. Great job keep up the great work
Very cool. Love that moving tray, you should patent that. You are creative and very talente Doug. 👏 keep the great videos coming.
Thanks 👍
Thats absolutely awesome Doug. Ive genuinely been checking youtube every 40 mins this morning here in N. Ireland waiting on this video. I love your ideas and creativity. Glad the stickers are on too ! I guarantee theres not another log splitter on the planet with Chrome wheels. I really hope your channel grows and you reap the rewards, i really enjoyed this one. Your living my dream- honestly.
Take care, good to see Adam helping out
Liam 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
All I can say is a "WOW". nice job- enjoy
You are one impressive guy, super intelligent design ideas and great job at fabricating it all. Probably no one has seen many of these ideas before, but once a wood splitter manufacturer see your designs they will be used by many people I suspect.
Thank you
hi there you do a great job coming up with good ideas ,and then making them , well done john
Thanks John!
Good job Doug, that is some excellent upgrades to the splitter. Thanks for your good videos. Be safe.
Very nice Doug!
Oh yeah Doug. U might want to get a patent on the fabrication parts. Love the Wheels too...
Oh that is sweet Dough, great video thumbs up.
I love the new wheels neighbor Doug!
Thanks!!
Great restore and upgrades!
Lubricity. I think that's a Doug term and a great one. The Umbrella and drink store is genius.
I love the log holder rack you made. I will look at my Country Line Log splitter and see if I can add something like that. Great videos, I enjoy your channel.
Cool, thanks!
Pubricity- love learning new words. Nice rig. Way over engineered for use and semi-comfort!! A basket to catch the trash .
I see this projecet as proof that the true geniuses of the World doesn't necessarily are the ones that claim to be a genius but one who explores and learn through life. Keep up the great work your doing!
Doug a 1000 times better and I like the concept of the moving tray and the bump stop! You put alot of time into it. It looks great!
Very nice. I can’t wait to see your next project.
Thank you! 😊
Absolutely brilliant Doug, seeing how this log splitter looked from the beginning. That sliding tray bang on the money. That umbrella,drink holder, and of course those rims and tires. Cant forget the division made for the engine. ONE EYED CUSTOMS a fan👌🏻🔥🇨🇦
Thank you!
Brilliant Doug
Great mods Doug! I think you might need an extension on the lever to bring it closer to the slitting wedge. I noticed that you were always having to reach back a ways to engage the retract stroke....
nice job! Really like your sliding tray concept!
What a great vision, great video. Awesome
That sliding table is a great idea!
I love it!
Outstanding concept and fabrication job.
Amazing transformations Doug! No one’s really surprised though. You truly have the Midas Touch. See you in the next installment.
Doug your modifications are top notch enjoy your videos
Aweesome Doug!! You are something the way you think these things out and they work!! Stay safe!!
Thanks, you too!
I thought your idea of a hydraulic bumper shut off was great but I thought of something much simpler. Having been a farmer I remembered that they make split collars in various lengths that slip right over the cylinder shaft that make the cylinder “bottom “ out sooner, no need for a bumper rod. I loved your sliding cradle.
This is like a useful Colin Furze. Really useful additions! I'd buy one.
Glad you like it!
That’s a great idea with the sliding table.
Great modifications to an old splitter to make it more usable. The sliding table was an amazing idea. Absolutely love it
Nice idea on the traveling tray - great idea (you should patent it before someone takes the concept and sells it to the big companies). Don't care for a 4way wedge but to each their own. Hopefully you didn't spend a lot of money on the renovation and will be able to enjoy the splitter. Stay safe.
That sliding tray is quite the innovative feature. This restoration/rebuild on the log splitter has been a great series.
Honey, you really outdid yourself on this one; I love everything about it, especially the new tires and mag rims.
Thank you
Absolutely fantastic Doug! You have transformed that old splitter into a great machine!
Glad you enjoyed it
You're a creative genious. Enjoy watching you create your imagination.
I think you have a great concept for your log splitter , one thing I would suggest is to take two foot high bottom half of the bladder from the IC tote to put under your splitter to catch all the debris’s so you do not have to rake it up later…
Wow great ideas Doug. You have done a great job of turning an average splitter into a great splitter. Fantastic job.
Glad you liked it!
That's awesome Doug. Nice job. Enjoy looking forward to what you'll do next. Thanks for sharing.
Hey Doug....nice job, only thing I would add to the push plate would be 5-6 sharp welded grippers. When you get into knotty wood the end of the round will want to fly left or right off the plate.....just my thought......other wise you are ready for production!!!!
I think you've done a wicked job, you're good at your job
Great rehab Doug. Thanks for taking us along.
You bet
Wow, what an amazing transformation! Doug does it again 😀
Amazing just when we think Dougifications couldn’t get any better you outdo yourself again. You must have some pretty interesting and productive dreams at night, you must keep a notebook near by, LOL. That sliding tray is just next level icing on the cake. 😊✨🪵✨👍👍👍
The umbrella idea is something that has run through my head for mine at least a third times! The only difference is that you did it buddy!
Great job Doug
I’m modifying my splitter
Giving me some great ideas!!
Have fun!
Awesome job Doug, you're a craftsman.
Very impressive. Well thought out and designed. I can see doing some modifications to my own splitter. At least mine is already set up in the workable tongue opposite of the ram. The umbrella and drink holder is a nice touch. Hats off to you Doug nice project. Thanks for sharing.
You have no doubt got some great ideas and on top of that you are capable of making your ideas a reality. 👍👍
It doesn't have to be perfect, after all it's just a log splitter, but it does look good.
Great job! 👍🏼
Doug,
Absolutely a patentable idea on the log cradle. You did a phenominal job on it and I think I need one for my TSC splitter! Keep up the cool content .
Thanks 👍
Doug, great video. I really like watching your creativity and knowledge on this video as well as the other ones. As far as a 4 way wedge, I don't see the need. If you were selling wood it might be a good addition. But for a few cords, why bother. Besides, you have more control over the size. Just my opinion. I have been splitting wood with old Lickity Log splitters for over 50 years now. Single wedge, large rounds, small rounds, and anything in between. Love that sliding tray, though. Looking forward to your next fabrication!
Amazing transformation Doug 😍 A4 way wedge for sure and a little clip on fan to the umbrella for those hot summer days
Nice Job!! Great ideas.
I have friends that are machinist and metal fabricators. You are outstanding at figuring solutions and fabricating quality fixes!
Such great improvements!
Awesome alterations.
You sir, are a genius. Brilliant ideas that I didn't see coming. Might want to patent that sliding that though!
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Another genius renovation project.
Brilliant… fantastic job as always!!
Thank you so much 😀