One of a kind SLIDING TRAY. Log Splitter completion PART 4
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2024
- The final fabrication and a never seen before sliding tray on my 25+ year old log splitter.
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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!
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!
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!!
Crazy to see how some small modifications can make such a drastic improvement in efficiency and enjoyment using this old unit.
Wow! I'm continually amazed with the custom designs and workmanship that you provide. Can't get enough of this Doug. Well done.
Hi Doug. This was a brilliant design. I am surprised that you didn't install a burger griller on the heat shield. 😂
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!
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.
Absolutely awesome Old guy ingenuity !!!👴🏼💪
Without fail, my favourite log splitter video ever! Amazing what is possible it’s patience and considered thought, just outstanding Doug!!
Lubricity. I think that's a Doug term and a great one. The Umbrella and drink store is genius.
Nice shop,great splitter after all your mods!
And this is “how” you PIMP my log splitter!!!😂😂😂 Thanks for sharing
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 need to patent that sliding tray, genius!! You know big manufacturers are going to copy that design, but we all know where we saw it first!! 👏👏
That sliding table is a great idea!
DOUG, (or is it... Freddy Fabricator?!) , Best transformation of the old Frankenstein splitter I have ever seen! The modifications are definitely 'custom' Doug!
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.
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 like the height but I love the split wood return!!! Well done!
One consideration is to add some small cleats to the push plate so logs that aren't cut square and/ or have twisted grain don't kick up out at you under pressure.
That is the coolest log splitter I’ve ever seen.
Couldn’t wait to see the final product after you one eyed this machine. You didn’t disappoint. Great job as always.
Hello Doug, 👏 Good Job, Slick setup! 🪵👍🏼🇺🇸
Thanks 👍
thats one mighty job 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.
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
That is a great idea - There was a gentleman in Spooner WI that made these in the early 80s with a sliding log rack on both sides - Built more heavy duty than any splitter I have ever seen in 40 years - My dad purchased one in 1980 - I own and use it yet to this day, in fact just fabricated a hydraulic log lift that moves with the ram and cut one side of the rack off to accommodate. Your work looks very well fabricated.
Thank you and thanks for watching!
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…
You are unbelievable the way you customized that splitter. The sliding tray is beautiful.
It's not just Dougified... it's Dougluxe! Brilliant!
Very ingenuous modification of your old log splitter. Spectacular!
Love the upgrade on the wheels ! Nice job all around!
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
very cool upgrades, Doug !!!
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!
That thing is super cool Doug!
Oh yeah Doug. U might want to get a patent on the fabrication parts. Love the Wheels too...
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!
Very cool. Love that moving tray, you should patent that. You are creative and very talente Doug. 👏 keep the great videos coming.
Thanks 👍
hi there you do a great job coming up with good ideas ,and then making them , well done john
Thanks John!
This is like a useful Colin Furze. Really useful additions! I'd buy one.
Glad you like it!
Great ideas as always Doug!! Nice job!!!
Thanks for watching
Back to the drawing board for my splitter thanks for the great ideas
That was a very well thought out FAB. Cool wheels and all. 🤠
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!
Oh that is sweet Dough, great video thumbs up.
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....
Eine wirklich großartige Arbeit mit Herz und Verstand !!
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.
Well done Doug! Excellent thought process, innovation and fabrication!
Great ideas and great execution as always Doug!
Thank you
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!
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.
Don't be surprised if Adam takes your splitter back to his woodyard and leaves you the Axis. 😊
Love all your designs to make things better. I would buy that thing in a heartbeat.
I love the new wheels neighbor Doug!
Thanks!!
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!
nice job! Really like your sliding tray concept!
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
Very nice Doug!
OEC, i`ve watched your build on this... my friend, you are on a different level. LOVE what you did here with this log splitter!!!!!
I`m an old skool machinist, tool & die maker, (long before CNC technology was ever known) i can surely appreciate what you`ve done here. Best MODS i`ve seen to date!
The only thing i can suggest is, put some wood gripping teeth on that push plate before a log jumps out of the split and hits you or someone standing near it while splitting.
EDIT: I HAD to sub and like your channel. So much good stuff here! Thank youuuuuu, for what you do!
Glad you enjoyed this one and thanks for subscribing!
YES!!! I like it, good work and great design!
Excellant ideas. Sir. Clickity click, always thinking. keep moving
That’s a great idea with the sliding table.
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
Pubricity- love learning new words. Nice rig. Way over engineered for use and semi-comfort!! A basket to catch the trash .
Not much to say other than: BRILLIANT!!!
More great ideas, always thinking ahead. Great job keep up the great work
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. 😊✨🪵✨👍👍👍
Great restore and upgrades!
All I can say is a "WOW". nice job- enjoy
Seriously, you are incredible. Only thought that occurred to me was a container to catch trash under the splitter.
Very cool! Love the thinking behind it! Function and form from what was all dysfunctional.
Doug, Great job! Really cool video. You do great work, the fabrication work is very impressive . Carl FONDEROSA FARMS MD
Thank you very much!
you need to make some of those to sell!! Great job!
I think you've done a wicked job, you're good at your job
That's one cool splitter...
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.
Now that’s thinking out of the box.
A tool and die guy with all the home workshop equipment and creativity will instinctively pursue a few more iterations.
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!
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!
Very nice. I can’t wait to see your next project.
Thank you! 😊
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.
Doug you may want to reconsider those black mailable firings, they are only rated for 150 psi. They do seem to out perform their rated value but one day they may not. Steel hydraulic fittings are generally used. Nice work on all those mods!
I will look into new fittings, thank you!
You're a creative genious. Enjoy watching you create your imagination.
Sliding table worked out nicely! Now add LED lighting under the umbrella, you can split at night :)
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!
Outstanding concept and fabrication job.
Great job Doug
I’m modifying my splitter
Giving me some great ideas!!
Have fun!
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!!!!
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!
Brilliant Doug
Aweesome Doug!! You are something the way you think these things out and they work!! Stay safe!!
Thanks, you too!
Awesome mod's Doug👍🏻👍🏻 I would keep a close eye on that void in the sliding tray, making sure nothing gets lodged in there on the return stroke 🤔
Thanks 👍
THANK YOU, IM IN IRELAND, BUILDING MY SPLITTER, ATM.....GREAT IDEA OF THE SLIDING RACK...
Thanks for watching! Merry Christmas
Very nice job Doug..
Thanks 👍
What a great vision, great video. Awesome