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One Fine Machine,
April 21, 2008
By Buds
from Bayfield County, WI
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"We purchased this 22 ton horiz/vert splitter some years ago. It arrived promptly, and the assembly was no real problem (except the mistake made by the assembler-me) which was quickly rectified by the helpful response from Northern Tool. Since then we've split tons of maple and birch firewood, and kindling splits great, also. A number of friends, neighbors, and relatives have borrowed the splitter (most had broken or otherwise bad machines), and all invariably said it was the best they ever used. It's never had a breakdown, and I don't dread the winter wood splitting chore. Thanx for a winner!"
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22 ton NorthStar Log Splitter,
April 21, 2008
By 2thehunt
from Sanford, NC
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"Have used my splitter for a couple of months now and find it to be very strong and dependable. It is one of the best I have ever used. The price is right and it is actually stronger than I expected it to be. Called customer service about a small issue and they fixed the problem fast. Nice and friendly service! Would highly reccommend this product to anyone."
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22 Ton Log Splitter,
January 17, 2008
By 6212Berquist
from Winston-Salem, NC
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"Okay. I'll be the first reviewer for 2008. I have split logs myself for several years and was pretty good at it. At the urging of others, I decided to purchase a log splitter. I bought the Northstar 22 Ton and decided to assemble it. When I first saw it in the Northern Tool storage yard, it was all wrapped up in plastic and recently rained on. This is going to be fun, I thought. After I got it home, it was hardly wet at all inside and everything was there. I was able to assemble most of it until the directions called for lifting the (heavy) hydraulic cylinder into the vertical position to attach it to the I beam on the trailer. Using my tractor, I was able to lift it up-right using the front loader with a chain and nylon tow strap. After that, things went pretty smoothly. I wasn't sure how the 5 hp engine was going to handle larger logs, but it was no sweat. The only concern/problem I had was after the second day of operation, hydraulic oil started squirting out of the vent hole in the filler cap. I called Northern Tool and spoke with a helpful technican who recommended cycling the cyclinder several times before actual use. The machine is well engineered and the workmanship is very good. Well, that's my story. Why didn't I get one these things sooner?"
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12 ton 5 hr horizontal/virtical log splitter,
January 16, 2008
By muleskinner43
from Texarkana, Arkansas
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"I have had this for quit some time now and I it is the best thing I have ever found for splitting everything and it is great for every thing from small branches as my fiancee says to the whole stump as she claims. I wouldn't use any other type than the northstar Horizontal /vertical log splitter."
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Gitter of a splitter,
November 4, 2007
By knoat
from North Carolina
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"I did a lot of comparing and shopping around, and for the price of this log splitter, you can't beat it. This is the perfect homeowner/woodsmans peice of equipment, the weight is a little high, but to me, that says quality, it is nicely balanced and easy to manuver around by hand, and I dont recomend it, but, one man can assemble it, it goes together nicely. You can't beat the Honda motor, don't let the small 5HP fool ya', it has PLENTY of power, the average person doesn't need a 9 or 11 HP splitter. Look closely at the other brands, especially at the details, they don't have the quality of these machines ! You can spend less for a log splitter and get a cheap quality log splitter or you can spend more and not get what you would with this one."
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log splitter,
October 29, 2007
By tomthetoolman
from knoxville TN
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"strong versatile splitter-
works very well on hickory and oak- up to 26" long+ and 30" dia
Do not put the additional wings for 4 way splitting on larger wood as it is not enough to push through the quarters- required removal and re placement-
this is a great all aroundsplitter for the price"
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log splitter,
December 31, 2006
By scmplj
from Southeastern US
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"very satisfied with ease of assembly and operation. unit is quiet and compact. had some difficulty with factory bearing grease caps (bearing buddies will be going on). after warranty expires will replace factory bolts with stainless steel for obvious reasons."
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December 18, 2006
By Jpmac86
from Northern NJ
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"This is an excellent deal, especially when on sale price. I have just recieved this and was up in the air until I used it. I combined it with the 4-way wedge that is available for attachment and it splits soooo fast now. The w4 way wedge is a must buy accessory. I have split 25" long logs that are up to 22" thick with the single wedge and have yet to bog it down. Even with the four way attachment, it will rarely bog down unless splitting very large logs with tough knots or crotches. It really works well and I have split about a cord and a half in 2 hours by myself.
It is very heavy , built tough , and sits high for minimal back strain. However, its weight also serves as a downfall because the buyer must assemble most of it when it arrives. It's weight can make it cumbersome. The Honda engine is wonderful but it would be nice if the gas tank was a little bigger. I found it to run about 2 hours on one tank. I'm sure that is fine for a homeowner but I own a landscaping company and need to split large quatities for extended periods. The log cradle is also a nice feature."
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