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Default Electric log splitters

On Aug 26, 10:16*am, jim wrote:
On Aug 26, 1:35*am, harry k wrote:

On Aug 25, 6:52*pm, Van Chocstraw
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Jim wrote:
Am considering an electric log splitter. *I see many in the 7-ton range
state they run on 110v circuits. *Yet none specify how many amps they
draw.


Will I need 20A to keep things safe?


You are better off with a manual-hydraulic. 7 tons ain't much.


I know two people who have those screw drive splitters. *Both are
splitting locust with them and are satisfied. Slow? *Yes, Effective?
Also yes.


So is my 17yr old grandkid with the splitting maul. It's amazing what
kids will do for the keys to the car.



Harry K


A top of the line log splitter may be cheaper. LOL

Jimmie