Wolfe Ridge 17VS modifications.

I follow a few log splitter manufacturers and one of them pointed out the pivot points on a Wolfe Ridge 17VS log lift table. So, I had the grease fittings, drill bits, and tap and took an hour to "improve" these wear points. I'm sure these areas would last many years, but it didn't take long to make things even better. Still like this splitter a lot and I'm sure it will be splitting long after I'm gone.

[@Mark-Marine]

The modifications you made should’ve been performed by WolfRidge during the build. Nonetheless, you did them and now have peace of mind in short order. I thought your old splitters were fantastic, but like you I’m too old to run low to the ground splitters. Your WoldRidge is an awesome machine. I wish I had one for my commercial operation, but I’m winding down physically and cannot justify such an expenditure - I’m glad you did, though.

[@hkerr-di1yg]

Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@Alan_Hans__]

It's amazing the number of people that mistakenly use Water Displacer 40 as a lubricant.
The lack of grease nipples or replaceable wear components is a bit ordinary. For a commercial use splitter it really should cater for wearing parts.

[@garny3766]

That works. The hinge pivots zerk is not on the correct piece but it’s closed enough. I’d add jam nuts to those bolts. I assume the design is so that the bolt doesn’t pivot but the table pivots on the bolt. Another way would be to just drill 1/8” hole, countersink, then use a needle point grease adapter. No need to tap for zerk.

[@fricknjeep]

hi there looks like a good upgrade . yes on grease towels .best to all john

[@hkerr-di1yg]

Thanks John!