I’m with you on the stupid gas can pour spouts! I end up with more on me and the ground sometimes than gets in the tank. Nice review, I think the vertical machines are great.
Yup I have spilled more gas after these new cans and spouts were force fed to us than I ever did before! This vertical was awesome to have and run! I was so grateful to have the demo and it has really opened my eyes to what I might want in the future. Thanks for watching Tony👊🏻
First off, that's one fine look'n t-shirt you're wearing Todd. Not quite as nice as your as your t-shirt, but good look'n all the same😁. I'm with ya on them stupid gas cans, I alter the ones I have. Some knuckle dragger worried about fuel vapor leaking into the atmosphere. You and Evan have done a great job showing off the 17VS-C capabilities and usefulness. I can totally agree with your thoughts on the conveyor, if you were loading into totes or the dump trailer it would be great. Loading into the smaller trailer like we both do, I think sliding it off the table into the trailer would be a better fit. Job well done fellas, I'm sure Norm and his dad are very happy with the content y'all made showcasing that fantastic machine. Take care my friends.
😂Good lookin shirt for sure! Yeah I’m done with these darn gas cans!🤬 Already solved the problem! If the money was right I would order the 17VS right now that’s how much I liked it!! The conveyor was great but not necessary for our operation. Thanks for your continued support brother👊🏻
I was out getting it cleaned up and ready for the send off earlier and yeah it’s gonna be hard to see it go! I still got a great experience that most people don’t get so I’m grateful for sure! We will see if Norm has another demo I would be willing to do it all over again as long as it benefits both of us! Thanks for watching Todd👊🏻
You tickled me with the gas cap trouble 😂😂 I can definitely relate though. You made some great videos with that splitter and provided some very useful information Todd! I appreciate you and Evan!
Those gas can spouts sure can get a man fired up😂 Yeah I hope the time I had with the demo helped people make a better decision on what they need for their operation. I was so grateful to have it as a demo and i will miss it! Great splitter!! Dream splitter for sure! Thanks for the support Jacob👊🏻
Thanks Ted! Yeah ya just have to love it! Or wait a few minutes for it to change😂 Seems like the heat is the only thing that stays consistent 😂 Appreciate ya watching 👊🏻
Great video Todd. I’d really have like to seen the gas nozzle go flying 😂😂 I know you hate to see the 17VSC go, but you’ve made some great content with it. I’m glad to hear the pedal wasn’t an issue as well 👍🏻 Have a great week Todd
Thanks! That nozzle did go for a ride😂 Yeah I hate to see it go but I really didn’t want to put any more hours on it! It definitely proved itself worthy! No complaints from me. Thanks for watching Brandon👊🏻
You have done an awesome job showcasing the 17VS-C Todd! Can’t wait to see what’s next. Those Amazon spouts are not the best but definitely better than the one you have. Cheers brother!!👍👊🍻
Thanks Jeremiah! It was such a great opportunity and I hope it helps some people. I will miss it for sure. We will see if he has another demo unit available, as long as it benefits both of us I’ll do it again! I actually bought a spout at my local farm supply store. That seems to be pretty good. We will see how it holds up.🤷♂️👊🏻🍻
Yes it is!! I have been very happy to get this opportunity to run it as a demo! Hopefully it helps others decide what is right for them. Thanks for watching Derek👊🏻
It has been hot and dry in southern Ohio, we still havn't gotten rain. I like the way you stack your wood between the totes. I havn't seen anyone else do it that way. It is a great way to stabilize the piles and it looks neat. Those big rounds are a bear to handle. that log lift and table really help. You are going to miss that splitter.
I’ll send some rain your way!! Yeah it just hit me one day to use the totes for ends! Dual purpose in my opinion and it works great. Yeah I’ll miss this machine but what a great opportunity it was. Thanks for watching James👊🏻
Nice video Todd! I hate those spouts. I've been using the no spill cans with the button on the back. They are actually pretty nice! You did a wonderful job showing that splitter off! - Tim
Thanks Tim! I appreciate the feedback! Those push button cans work pretty well. As you seen I’m not a fan of the other ones😂 That splitter was a blessing to have and I will miss it! I hope the videos helps some folks make their decision process easier! Appreciate ya watching Tim👊🏻
Great video Todd, can’t wait to see what you might be bringing into the wood yard next! Sorry to see that machine leave, seems like that machine worked really well for the product you are looking to put out. Stay Cool, Stay Safe, Keep Cuttin!🪵🪵🪵🪵 PS. Those gas can nozzles suck!
Thanks! I will definitely miss the VS. I believe now after having it, it might be the one😂 So glad to get the great opportunity to demo it! Yes the cans suck! Thanks for watching 👊🏻
Nice splitting 👍 Awesome machine. Glad you got the chance to demo it. You've done a really good job showing the machines capabilities. Can't wait to see what you've alluded to coming next. Stay hydrated
Thanks! I hope having the great opportunity to have this demo has helped others who are debating what splitter is right for them! I have really enjoyed using it!! Great splitter! I appreciate ya watching and commenting Lyle👊🏻
Well after I did, the ending of the video, there was so much more I could’ve said, but that pretty much sums it up😂 something about standing up straight and splitting is mind blowing👍🏻👍🏻 I appreciate the support Kenny
Them mandated gas cans need to change . I’m always looking at yard sales for the old cans that work . I just take the spout off and pour strait from the can and yup I spill plenty . Look forward to seeing if ya bring home another machine to demo .
You’re not kidding! Ever since those mandated spouts came out, I have spilled more gas now than I have in my entire life. Epic fail in my opinion on the governments part. We will see if there is another demo available. I’ll be glad to do what I did with this one as long as it’s going to help both of us! I appreciate you watching Phil👊🏻
Nice work Guy’s !! The “Expandable “ Woodyard is a great asset! Todd, you will miss that machine ! I hope you have something else coming that will be a back saver ……Great Machine it is 🪵🪓🔥👍👏🇺🇸
This new woodyard has been awesome to have. Again thanks to my neighbor, helping each other out has made that possible! I appreciate ya watching and commenting Rick👊🏻🇺🇸
I’ve never used one of those new nozzles. They look like a pain. I’ve got a bunch of old ones around here that I use. Can’t wait to see what new machine you bring home! Take care Todd and Evan!
Pain in the A$$!! I had a few old style but they have all broke except one. Well this splitter was awesome to have hate to see it go! I’m not sure if I’ll be bringing something home but we will see. Kinda spoiled now. Thanks for watching Rod👊🏻
Been there, done that with those stupid gas caps, including the 4 letter words. Race cans are the way to go! Super heavy duty and you never spill a drop.
😂I may have said some 4 letter words as well. Yeah I’m going to check into those race cans. The local farm supply sells them. I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
I really liked the VS. There is a good chance now after getting this great opportunity to run it, I will big one someday. When the time is right. Thanks for watching Fredrik👊🏻
Well I’m not ready for this big of a jump yet! Maybe by this time next year. It has really opened my eyes to vertical machines. It really fits our operation for sure! Thanks Ed👊🏻
Hey Todd! Good video and sorry to see the machine go. I will point out the Wolfe Ridge splitter I believe will last decades! So with that in mind I would suggest that you order it with the conveyor if for no other reason being resale. I think it would be hard to sell it used without a conveyor because it creates split wood so fast.
Yeah I hear ya on that. For my woodyard setup I could tuck it behind the Rv under roof without a conveyor🤔 I thought the same thing that I would maybe someday regret not having the conveyor when situations might change? I’m ready to see some more WR splitting videos from that beautiful setting you have in Colorado😁 Take care Robert and thanks for supporting 👊🏻
Yeah I am very fortunate to have this great opportunity to run some cool machines thanks to my reach on RUclips. The support from people like you made this possible!! We will see? If he has another demo available I will gladly do the same with it as I did The 17 VS-C as long as it benefits both of us! Thanks for watching Richy👊🏻🍻
I have a couple of the surecan 5 gallon cans. They have ridden in my truck for at least 3 years and are still holding up. They are a little slow to use, maybe because of the way the valve vents the can. I also tried the style of nozzles that Evan showed but they ended up splitting at the flex part in the first month.
Yes, I wound up buying a replacement nozzle that came with a vent hole at the local farm supply store. If it doesn’t last, I’m gonna check into those sure cans or even those VP racing style cans. Thanks for watching Brandon.👊🏻
Hey Todd , I wish we could get some rain . I hate to see the 17VSC leave your woodyard . Hopefully you can get another one without the conveyor . Take care brother . 👍🏻🇺🇸🪵🔥
I’ll sent ya some rain🙏🏻 Well I hate to see it go too but I’m not gonna put anymore hours on it without it being mine. I would love to see a 17Vs In my woodyard someday! Thanks for watching and commenting Del👊🏻🇺🇸
That’s certainly a great vertical machine Todd. You’re right, it’s a good fit for someone working alone. I would add, however, that a horizontal machine with a box wedge and pullback arm gives a single operator the same advantages. I could not continue to do firewood without my 22-28 box wedge machine. Like your vertical, it takes most of the physical effort out of the process. “Keep moving” my friend… hope to see you at Bunyan!
Sad to see the 17VS go. But that's ok. In the short time you had it, you got the jump start you needed. I have nothing good to say on the Government screw up cans, and thankfully, i don't have any.
Yes I will miss it! I really got a great experience with the VS and I’m thankful for that. Those new government spill cans are horrible😂 Thanks Daniel 👊🏻
Thank you for your honest opinion on this splitter. I do believe that is the perfect maxhine for my operation. (I would also not get the conveyor) Too bad you couldn't keep it, looking forward to what's next!
Glad it was helpful! I had an absolute blast running this splitter. I was so grateful to be able to use it as a demo. It’s good to hear that it helped others make decisions on what might fit their operation. Thanks for the feedback and support 👊🏻
I had a can that would shoot gas out the spout if you push it down too quickly. Get yourself the VP Racing style cans. They are all I use now for all my equipment. Make sure to get the part that supports the spout tube. Fun show.
Yeah all these restrictions put on gas cans did is make things worse!! I have been looking at those racing style cans. They will probably replace all mine eventually! Thanks for watching 🧂 rock 👊🏻
I'm jealous of all your equipment. I'm 64 years old. I have severe asthma. Borderline diabetic. I just bought a 2019 Ford F150 XL 4x4. No splitter. No trailer. No tractor. Stihl MS261 and lots of dreams.
Hello Steve! That was me 3 years ago! Minus the asthma. We started with an axe and some ambition. I don’t have a lot but I just got what was most needed first and then built from there. Keep at it! Your on to a good start with the truck and that awesome Stihl 261. I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Well I had a blast using this demo and it was a great experience. Yeah a 17VS is what fits my operation the best. Love the vertical platform it works for us! Thanks for watching Mike👊🏻
I know I have said it before but the vertical splitters are where it’s at for precision splitting and working those big ugly rounds. If I sold more bundles I’d definitely look into one for sure.
Yeah it’s time though! I wasn’t wanting to put too many more hours on it! It was a great eye opening experience! I was grateful to have it as a demo! Love the machine and it’s definitely something that would work great for our operation! Thanks for watching Kenny👊🏻
😂Yeah I tend to have a short temper on equipment when it’s made more complicated and the end result is worse!🤬 Evan showed up at the right time to defuse the situation 😂 Thanks for watching Brandon 👊🏻
@@toddsoutsideagainI've said for years, if the engineers that design stuff had to work on it, everything would at least twice the size. Imagine how gigantic combines woul be
Those huge rounds make my back hurt just looking at them, even with a log lift they still require some muscle to move them, so much wood in a round though. I went thru and replaced all my gas spouts with the same ones Evan showed too. I like the longer ones they offer, as the shorter ones with a full gas can will still make me cuss and spill a bunch of expensive non ethanol fuel on the ground 😂😂 The VSC you have is also now my 2nd favorite color option... Have you seen that hilighter yellow they have ?🤩🤩🤩 I'm excited to see it all put together. I also love the second wood yard, how you're incorporating the totes and stacked rows. I may have to borrow that from ya in my next location too. Since getting my vertical splitter, I now also separate barkless form the nicer stuff. It's amazing how nice a vertical machine can make wood, isn't it? I too agree If I could buy again I'd get a vertical without the conveyor... or if the conveyors were about 3' longer ( for my operation) it would be able to fill my big dump easier. Vertical is definitely easier on the back and super easy to operate. That's a great machine, and you've showcased it very nicely. I value your videos showing how "it makes life easier " Have a great weekend fellas🤜🤛✌️
Yes sir! These vertical machines sure do make some beautiful firewood!! I hate to see it go but I had a blast running it! Grateful for the opportunity! You have to borrow the tote idea! That’s what sharing on this community is all about. It works great for me. Yes I have seen that new yellow. I told Bob you will need sunglasses at night to split with that color😂 I appreciate ya watching and commenting Jack👊🏻
Surecan expensive but works great for small engines. I'm using 5 gallon for diesel , 2 gallon for regular gas you will want a 5 gallon with the amount of work you do :)
That’s good to know! I looked at those, but there were so many movable gadgets on them and I’m having trouble just getting one to stop leaking😂 it’s good to hear that you’re having good luck with them. I’ll have to look into those appreciate your watching.👊🏻
Nozzles stink!!! Like you, it seems I spill more!! I like the splitter, with the conveyor!! Hopefully you'll get one!! Stay Hydrated and Have a Safe Day
Yeah those nozzles made things worse! I do really like a conveyor, but for our operation and our small wood yard using the little four wheeler trailer it’s just not necessary. If I had more space, I would definitely have a splitter with conveyor directly into the dump trailer and stack out of that. Thanks for watching David.👊🏻
I have heard a lot of good things about those and I have picked one up numerous times and then changed my mind. I’ll have to look back into those. I appreciate you watching Dave.👊🏻
@toddsoutsideagain I picked one up at harbor freight In marion The other day for like seven fifty On sale. Thought it Might be worth a try. One of the best things I ever bought For the wood yard👍🔥🪵
You know it! You’re the first person that mentioned that and I told Evan that in the video when he come out wearing his hard-working man T-shirt. I’m a firm believer and letting the product sell itself if it’s good and not having to throw dirt in order to make yourself look better. Both great companies deserving advertisement for sure! Thanks for watching 👊🏻
The Vertical Machine Suits you if you Dealing with big Rounds with the log Lift, if you do Bundle Wood or Boiler Wood the 17VS is the way to go if you Working on your own,
Yeah, having his opportunity has been awesome and that’s kind of what I came up with while having it! I do love the vertical platform for working alone and for making precision splits. You just can’t go wrong with it. Thanks for watching.👊🏻
Well, I can’t speak for a commercial grade horizontal. All I can say is for our operation and the kind of splits that we like to produce vertical is for me. I’m not saying that I won’t eventually have a horizontal because of the price difference. These verticals sure do make life easy on the back though.😂 commercial grade horizontals are awesome from what I hear. But you just can’t get efficiency out of them just being one man. You waste their capabilities being by yourself thanks for watching Martin.
Hello Gary. You can check Wolfe Ridges website for all the current prices. I hate to give numbers in the comments because the vids go on forever and it will be misleading to others as time goes on. Plus I’m not actually sure what the current price is😂 I will say that this splitter is pretty much the top of the line because it has everything. Log lift, conveyor, EFI Honda engine, oil cooler, electric start. It definitely has all the upgrades. I will say that at the time of this video I believe this splitter is just North of 15k. I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Hey brother . Do you heat your house with wood and do you use a chainsaw chain grinder ? That's some nice looking firewood buddy !! Oh and now I have strong firewood saw , my Stihl Ms 500i R is now ported and I will be able to get trees down for firewood . And I do artwork and I sell my art to pay for the gas and other things to get me to the wood holes !
Hello Bryan. No I do not heat the house with firewood. I do heat the garage in the cold of winter. I would love to put an outside boiler in someday. I hand file all my chains. I use the stihl 2 n 1 sharpener most of the time and just use a single hand file when the chain hits metal or rock and really needs brought back. Congrats on the saw! I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Todd,it’s a shame that you can’t just keep it in your wood 🪵 yard because it’s letting you get wood done ✅ quickly and efficiently without having back pain or problems 😮😊❤
Well, even though I believe it might be the machine for me I am grateful to have had the opportunity to demo it. With that being said it is not mine and I do feel bad about putting too many hours on it. It really opened my eyes to a whole new platform!! I appreciate you watching Todd👊🏻
Yep I'm in Milwaukee.
If I knew you were comin I'd a baked a cake.
Lol
Dang it! I missed the opportunity for a cake😂 Thanks for watching Mark👊🏻
I’m with you on the stupid gas can pour spouts! I end up with more on me and the ground sometimes than gets in the tank. Nice review, I think the vertical machines are great.
Yup I have spilled more gas after these new cans and spouts were force fed to us than I ever did before! This vertical was awesome to have and run! I was so grateful to have the demo and it has really opened my eyes to what I might want in the future. Thanks for watching Tony👊🏻
First off, that's one fine look'n t-shirt you're wearing Todd. Not quite as nice as your as your t-shirt, but good look'n all the same😁. I'm with ya on them stupid gas cans, I alter the ones I have. Some knuckle dragger worried about fuel vapor leaking into the atmosphere.
You and Evan have done a great job showing off the 17VS-C capabilities and usefulness. I can totally agree with your thoughts on the conveyor, if you were loading into totes or the dump trailer it would be great. Loading into the smaller trailer like we both do, I think sliding it off the table into the trailer would be a better fit. Job well done fellas, I'm sure Norm and his dad are very happy with the content y'all made showcasing that fantastic machine. Take care my friends.
😂Good lookin shirt for sure! Yeah I’m done with these darn gas cans!🤬 Already solved the problem! If the money was right I would order the 17VS right now that’s how much I liked it!! The conveyor was great but not necessary for our operation. Thanks for your continued support brother👊🏻
Nice video Todd I know you going to hate to see the spliter go back. Can't wait to see what comes next to your wood yard.
I was out getting it cleaned up and ready for the send off earlier and yeah it’s gonna be hard to see it go! I still got a great experience that most people don’t get so I’m grateful for sure! We will see if Norm has another demo I would be willing to do it all over again as long as it benefits both of us! Thanks for watching Todd👊🏻
You tickled me with the gas cap trouble 😂😂
I can definitely relate though.
You made some great videos with that splitter and provided some very useful information Todd!
I appreciate you and Evan!
Those gas can spouts sure can get a man fired up😂 Yeah I hope the time I had with the demo helped people make a better decision on what they need for their operation. I was so grateful to have it as a demo and i will miss it! Great splitter!! Dream splitter for sure! Thanks for the support Jacob👊🏻
@@toddsoutsideagain Absolutely!
It’s my dream splitter!!
Nice video Todd, you gotta love our southern Illinois weather.
Thanks Ted! Yeah ya just have to love it! Or wait a few minutes for it to change😂 Seems like the heat is the only thing that stays consistent 😂 Appreciate ya watching 👊🏻
Todd you have a great setup. Thanks for your video. Take care.
Well thanks! I appreciate your feedback! Thanks for watching Tony👊🏻
WoW! That’s Tremendously Awesome! Have A Great Weekend!
Thanks! Have a great weekend as well 👊🏻
Great video Todd. I’d really have like to seen the gas nozzle go flying 😂😂 I know you hate to see the 17VSC go, but you’ve made some great content with it. I’m glad to hear the pedal wasn’t an issue as well 👍🏻 Have a great week Todd
Thanks! That nozzle did go for a ride😂 Yeah I hate to see it go but I really didn’t want to put any more hours on it! It definitely proved itself worthy! No complaints from me. Thanks for watching Brandon👊🏻
You have done an awesome job showcasing the 17VS-C Todd! Can’t wait to see what’s next. Those Amazon spouts are not the best but definitely better than the one you have. Cheers brother!!👍👊🍻
Thanks Jeremiah! It was such a great opportunity and I hope it helps some people. I will miss it for sure. We will see if he has another demo unit available, as long as it benefits both of us I’ll do it again! I actually bought a spout at my local farm supply store. That seems to be pretty good. We will see how it holds up.🤷♂️👊🏻🍻
That's A Real nice splitter❤
Yes it is!! I have been very happy to get this opportunity to run it as a demo! Hopefully it helps others decide what is right for them. Thanks for watching Derek👊🏻
Great video to watch in the airport!
Glad you enjoyed it! Safe travels ❤️
It has been hot and dry in southern Ohio, we still havn't gotten rain. I like the way you stack your wood between the totes. I havn't seen anyone else do it that way. It is a great way to stabilize the piles and it looks neat. Those big rounds are a bear to handle. that log lift and table really help. You are going to miss that splitter.
I’ll send some rain your way!! Yeah it just hit me one day to use the totes for ends! Dual purpose in my opinion and it works great. Yeah I’ll miss this machine but what a great opportunity it was. Thanks for watching James👊🏻
Nice video Todd! I hate those spouts. I've been using the no spill cans with the button on the back. They are actually pretty nice! You did a wonderful job showing that splitter off! - Tim
Thanks Tim! I appreciate the feedback! Those push button cans work pretty well. As you seen I’m not a fan of the other ones😂 That splitter was a blessing to have and I will miss it! I hope the videos helps some folks make their decision process easier! Appreciate ya watching Tim👊🏻
Great video Todd, can’t wait to see what you might be bringing into the wood yard next! Sorry to see that machine leave, seems like that machine worked really well for the product you are looking to put out. Stay Cool, Stay Safe, Keep Cuttin!🪵🪵🪵🪵
PS. Those gas can nozzles suck!
Thanks! I will definitely miss the VS. I believe now after having it, it might be the one😂 So glad to get the great opportunity to demo it! Yes the cans suck! Thanks for watching 👊🏻
Hello Todd, Great Teamwork, Agree on the idiots gas cans🪵👍🏼🇺🇸
Thanks Larry!! Another brilliant idea on those gas cans!🤬 Oh well it’s fixed now😁 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Nice splitting 👍 Awesome machine. Glad you got the chance to demo it. You've done a really good job showing the machines capabilities. Can't wait to see what you've alluded to coming next. Stay hydrated
Thanks! I hope having the great opportunity to have this demo has helped others who are debating what splitter is right for them! I have really enjoyed using it!! Great splitter! I appreciate ya watching and commenting Lyle👊🏻
Hey Todd!! I think your review was summed up in one simple statement for me, "my back hasnt hurt in 2 months" best sales advice right there.
Well after I did, the ending of the video, there was so much more I could’ve said, but that pretty much sums it up😂 something about standing up straight and splitting is mind blowing👍🏻👍🏻 I appreciate the support Kenny
@@toddsoutsideagain put the box store up on a couple 2 bys or some thin cookies, should help the back sum
Them mandated gas cans need to change . I’m always looking at yard sales for the old cans that work . I just take the spout off and pour strait from the can and yup I spill plenty . Look forward to seeing if ya bring home another machine to demo .
You’re not kidding! Ever since those mandated spouts came out, I have spilled more gas now than I have in my entire life. Epic fail in my opinion on the governments part. We will see if there is another demo available. I’ll be glad to do what I did with this one as long as it’s going to help both of us! I appreciate you watching Phil👊🏻
You've done a great job showing off that machine. Those gas cans suck. I buy every old one I see at garage sales.
Thanks Jerry! I appreciate that. Yeah I need to start hitting yard sales. I’m out of old cans😂 Appreciate ya👊🏻
Nice work Guy’s !! The “Expandable “ Woodyard is a great asset! Todd, you will miss that machine ! I hope you have something else coming that will be a back saver ……Great Machine it is 🪵🪓🔥👍👏🇺🇸
This new woodyard has been awesome to have. Again thanks to my neighbor, helping each other out has made that possible! I appreciate ya watching and commenting Rick👊🏻🇺🇸
I’ve never used one of those new nozzles. They look like a pain. I’ve got a bunch of old ones around here that I use. Can’t wait to see what new machine you bring home! Take care Todd and Evan!
Pain in the A$$!! I had a few old style but they have all broke except one. Well this splitter was awesome to have hate to see it go! I’m not sure if I’ll be bringing something home but we will see. Kinda spoiled now. Thanks for watching Rod👊🏻
Been there, done that with those stupid gas caps, including the 4 letter words. Race cans are the way to go! Super heavy duty and you never spill a drop.
😂I may have said some 4 letter words as well. Yeah I’m going to check into those race cans. The local farm supply sells them. I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Great video and you have the cleanest wood yard and work area keep up the great work
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback! Thanks for watching and commenting 👊🏻
I belive you will buy one 🇧🇻👍 Its a very nice machine 🙂
I really liked the VS. There is a good chance now after getting this great opportunity to run it, I will big one someday. When the time is right. Thanks for watching Fredrik👊🏻
Todd you should buy that splitter imo
Well I’m not ready for this big of a jump yet! Maybe by this time next year. It has really opened my eyes to vertical machines. It really fits our operation for sure! Thanks Ed👊🏻
Hey Todd! Good video and sorry to see the machine go. I will point out the Wolfe Ridge splitter I believe will last decades! So with that in mind I would suggest that you order it with the conveyor if for no other reason being resale. I think it would be hard to sell it used without a conveyor because it creates split wood so fast.
Yeah I hear ya on that. For my woodyard setup I could tuck it behind the Rv under roof without a conveyor🤔 I thought the same thing that I would maybe someday regret not having the conveyor when situations might change? I’m ready to see some more WR splitting videos from that beautiful setting you have in Colorado😁 Take care Robert and thanks for supporting 👊🏻
@@toddsoutsideagain crazy busy here. I need to learn how not to commit to other projects
Well done. Very nice.
Have a wonderful time. Best wishes to you. Greetings ~ Milan
Well thanks. I appreciate ya watching 👊🏻
With you having the chance to run a lotta nice machines , your smart enough to know what suits you , stock it up brother , and roll on 🍺☑️
Yeah I am very fortunate to have this great opportunity to run some cool machines thanks to my reach on RUclips. The support from people like you made this possible!! We will see? If he has another demo available I will gladly do the same with it as I did The 17 VS-C as long as it benefits both of us! Thanks for watching Richy👊🏻🍻
I have a couple of the surecan 5 gallon cans. They have ridden in my truck for at least 3 years and are still holding up. They are a little slow to use, maybe because of the way the valve vents the can. I also tried the style of nozzles that Evan showed but they ended up splitting at the flex part in the first month.
Yes, I wound up buying a replacement nozzle that came with a vent hole at the local farm supply store. If it doesn’t last, I’m gonna check into those sure cans or even those VP racing style cans. Thanks for watching Brandon.👊🏻
Thanks Todd, we've had some hot days and a few more to come. I get out early before it gets too bad. Woodyard looks great 👍
Yeah I’m out early on the weekends and late evenings during the week. Little here and there when time allows. Thanks for watching Ken👊🏻
Glad y’all got some rain. Nice oak rounds. Heat index tomorrow for us 112
Rain we needed desperately. Heat I can do without😂 Thanks for watching Rick👊🏻
I feel your pain on those noozles! Had the same problem. Have a good one! Thanks - Ryan.
I hear ya! I had to turn off the camera before things got ugly 😂 I appreciate ya watching Ryan👊🏻
Hey Todd , I wish we could get some rain . I hate to see the 17VSC leave your woodyard . Hopefully you can get another one without the conveyor . Take care brother . 👍🏻🇺🇸🪵🔥
I’ll sent ya some rain🙏🏻 Well I hate to see it go too but I’m not gonna put anymore hours on it without it being mine. I would love to see a 17Vs In my woodyard someday! Thanks for watching and commenting Del👊🏻🇺🇸
That’s certainly a great vertical machine Todd. You’re right, it’s a good fit for someone working alone. I would add, however, that a horizontal machine with a box wedge and pullback arm gives a single operator the same advantages. I could not continue to do firewood without my 22-28 box wedge machine. Like your vertical, it takes most of the physical effort out of the process. “Keep moving” my friend… hope to see you at Bunyan!
You are correct Dick! I can’t speak from experience on a horizontal box wedge but hear what you’re saying. I appreciate ya stopping by👊🏻
Sad to see the 17VS go. But that's ok. In the short time you had it, you got the jump start you needed.
I have nothing good to say on the Government screw up cans, and thankfully, i don't have any.
Yes I will miss it! I really got a great experience with the VS and I’m thankful for that. Those new government spill cans are horrible😂 Thanks Daniel 👊🏻
Thank you for your honest opinion on this splitter. I do believe that is the perfect maxhine for my operation. (I would also not get the conveyor)
Too bad you couldn't keep it, looking forward to what's next!
Glad it was helpful! I had an absolute blast running this splitter. I was so grateful to be able to use it as a demo. It’s good to hear that it helped others make decisions on what might fit their operation. Thanks for the feedback and support 👊🏻
I had a can that would shoot gas out the spout if you push it down too quickly. Get yourself the VP Racing style cans. They are all I use now for all my equipment. Make sure to get the part that supports the spout tube. Fun show.
Yeah all these restrictions put on gas cans did is make things worse!! I have been looking at those racing style cans. They will probably replace all mine eventually! Thanks for watching 🧂 rock 👊🏻
I'm jealous of all your equipment. I'm 64 years old. I have severe asthma. Borderline diabetic. I just bought a 2019 Ford F150 XL 4x4. No splitter. No trailer. No tractor. Stihl MS261 and lots of dreams.
Hello Steve! That was me 3 years ago! Minus the asthma. We started with an axe and some ambition. I don’t have a lot but I just got what was most needed first and then built from there. Keep at it! Your on to a good start with the truck and that awesome Stihl 261. I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Hopefully they'll send you one without the conveyor 👍. Those were some NICE oak rounds. I heard the shoot out too! Thanks!
Well I had a blast using this demo and it was a great experience. Yeah a 17VS is what fits my operation the best. Love the vertical platform it works for us! Thanks for watching Mike👊🏻
I know I have said it before but the vertical splitters are where it’s at for precision splitting and working those big ugly rounds. If I sold more bundles I’d definitely look into one for sure.
You got that right! Big rounds make for perfect bundle grade wood and vertical is definitely my choice for that! Thanks for watching Russ👊🏻
Hey Todd and Evan. Too bad it's going back, but it's the perfect opportunity to test and see if it's for you.
Yeah it’s time though! I wasn’t wanting to put too many more hours on it! It was a great eye opening experience! I was grateful to have it as a demo! Love the machine and it’s definitely something that would work great for our operation! Thanks for watching Kenny👊🏻
Or a flexible funnel. So ya made us miss the fun part😅😅. Sometimes its nice to see others w the same struggles.
Horizontal easier to fill w gas😊
😂Yeah I tend to have a short temper on equipment when it’s made more complicated and the end result is worse!🤬 Evan showed up at the right time to defuse the situation 😂 Thanks for watching Brandon 👊🏻
@@toddsoutsideagainI've said for years, if the engineers that design stuff had to work on it, everything would at least twice the size.
Imagine how gigantic combines woul be
Those huge rounds make my back hurt just looking at them, even with a log lift they still require some muscle to move them, so much wood in a round though.
I went thru and replaced all my gas spouts with the same ones Evan showed too. I like the longer ones they offer, as the shorter ones with a full gas can will still make me cuss and spill a bunch of expensive non ethanol fuel on the ground 😂😂
The VSC you have is also now my 2nd favorite color option... Have you seen that hilighter yellow they have ?🤩🤩🤩 I'm excited to see it all put together.
I also love the second wood yard, how you're incorporating the totes and stacked rows. I may have to borrow that from ya in my next location too.
Since getting my vertical splitter, I now also separate barkless form the nicer stuff. It's amazing how nice a vertical machine can make wood, isn't it?
I too agree If I could buy again I'd get a vertical without the conveyor... or if the conveyors were about 3' longer ( for my operation) it would be able to fill my big dump easier. Vertical is definitely easier on the back and super easy to operate. That's a great machine, and you've showcased it very nicely. I value your videos showing how "it makes life easier "
Have a great weekend fellas🤜🤛✌️
Yes sir! These vertical machines sure do make some beautiful firewood!! I hate to see it go but I had a blast running it! Grateful for the opportunity! You have to borrow the tote idea! That’s what sharing on this community is all about. It works great for me. Yes I have seen that new yellow. I told Bob you will need sunglasses at night to split with that color😂 I appreciate ya watching and commenting Jack👊🏻
Sad to see it go back but it was great opportunity you’ve had! Excited to see what’s next since you’ve been ruined now 😂
Yes it was a great opportunity! I had so much time with it and I really got a good opinion on how it works for me! Yes it did ruin me😂 Thanks Genin👊🏻
Surecan expensive but works great for small engines. I'm using 5 gallon for diesel , 2 gallon for regular gas you will want a 5 gallon with the amount of work you do :)
That’s good to know! I looked at those, but there were so many movable gadgets on them and I’m having trouble just getting one to stop leaking😂 it’s good to hear that you’re having good luck with them. I’ll have to look into those appreciate your watching.👊🏻
Nozzles stink!!! Like you, it seems I spill more!! I like the splitter, with the conveyor!! Hopefully you'll get one!! Stay Hydrated and Have a Safe Day
Yeah those nozzles made things worse! I do really like a conveyor, but for our operation and our small wood yard using the little four wheeler trailer it’s just not necessary. If I had more space, I would definitely have a splitter with conveyor directly into the dump trailer and stack out of that. Thanks for watching David.👊🏻
Try that battery powered Pump from harbor freight. 👍Sure beats the heck out of the nozzles
I have heard a lot of good things about those and I have picked one up numerous times and then changed my mind. I’ll have to look back into those. I appreciate you watching Dave.👊🏻
@toddsoutsideagain I picked one up at harbor freight In marion The other day for like seven fifty On sale. Thought it Might be worth a try. One of the best things I ever bought For the wood yard👍🔥🪵
Nice to see "fair" advertising. Wolf ridge machine wearing "Eastonmade" T shirt. Well done.
You know it! You’re the first person that mentioned that and I told Evan that in the video when he come out wearing his hard-working man T-shirt. I’m a firm believer and letting the product sell itself if it’s good and not having to throw dirt in order to make yourself look better. Both great companies deserving advertisement for sure! Thanks for watching 👊🏻
The Vertical Machine Suits you if you Dealing with big Rounds with the log Lift, if you do Bundle Wood or Boiler Wood the 17VS is the way to go if you Working on your own,
Yeah, having his opportunity has been awesome and that’s kind of what I came up with while having it! I do love the vertical platform for working alone and for making precision splits. You just can’t go wrong with it. Thanks for watching.👊🏻
I think just about everyone hates the mandated gas cans. Around here, at farm auctions, the old cans sell at about the same rate as strung pearls. 😂
Yeah I’m one that grabbed older style cans whenever I seen them! Kinda stockpiled but I’m out of the old style nozzles now😂 Thanks for watching Bill👊🏻
I agree with vertical, far superior!
Well, I can’t speak for a commercial grade horizontal. All I can say is for our operation and the kind of splits that we like to produce vertical is for me. I’m not saying that I won’t eventually have a horizontal because of the price difference. These verticals sure do make life easy on the back though.😂 commercial grade horizontals are awesome from what I hear. But you just can’t get efficiency out of them just being one man. You waste their capabilities being by yourself thanks for watching Martin.
What does a splitter like that cost ?
Hello Gary. You can check Wolfe Ridges website for all the current prices. I hate to give numbers in the comments because the vids go on forever and it will be misleading to others as time goes on. Plus I’m not actually sure what the current price is😂 I will say that this splitter is pretty much the top of the line because it has everything. Log lift, conveyor, EFI Honda engine, oil cooler, electric start. It definitely has all the upgrades. I will say that at the time of this video I believe this splitter is just North of 15k. I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Thank you my brother. Blessings to you and your family.
Those nozzles stink! Good luck at college Evan!
Yeah that nozzle didn’t make it! RIP… new one installed yesterday so I can stop spilling fuel now😂 Thanks Steve👊🏻
Looks like less slash
Little to no slash with a vertical! Such a nice easy splitter to make beautiful splits with no back strain. Thanks for watching Ed👊🏻
Hey brother . Do you heat your house with wood and do you use a chainsaw chain grinder ? That's some nice looking firewood buddy !! Oh and now I have strong firewood saw , my Stihl Ms 500i R is now ported and I will be able to get trees down for firewood . And I do artwork and I sell my art to pay for the gas and other things to get me to the wood holes !
Hello Bryan. No I do not heat the house with firewood. I do heat the garage in the cold of winter. I would love to put an outside boiler in someday. I hand file all my chains. I use the stihl 2 n 1 sharpener most of the time and just use a single hand file when the chain hits metal or rock and really needs brought back. Congrats on the saw! I appreciate ya watching and commenting 👊🏻
Todd,it’s a shame that you can’t just keep it in your wood 🪵 yard because it’s letting you get wood done ✅ quickly and efficiently without having back pain or problems 😮😊❤
Well, even though I believe it might be the machine for me I am grateful to have had the opportunity to demo it. With that being said it is not mine and I do feel bad about putting too many hours on it. It really opened my eyes to a whole new platform!! I appreciate you watching Todd👊🏻