Splitter

[J_J]

The engine is mounted now. The pump has been delivered.

QUICK QUESTION??? When a pump turns clockwise to work, is that looking from the spindle end or the opposite end?

Thanks.

Joe

P.S. There are no markings on the case indicating direction.

Spindle end.

 

[gotcha]

Yes, build the frame to hold the hydraulic fluid, it will dissipate the heat better than a plastic tank. I would recommend a 2 stage pump also.

My custom made splitter had just that. They used the frame for the oil. My problem was it DID NOT dissipate the heat and kept blowing it back out of the vent filler. The manufacture went and added an additional over size tank to the side of the frame with a hole between them to correct the situation. It didn't take long for the oil to heat up either, may be 40 logs. It is a fine unit now even after 37 years and only one packing replaced
The Gotcha Man

 

[Soundguy]

ditto on the metal tank / superior heat disipation.

soundguy

Yes, build the frame to hold the hydraulic fluid, it will dissipate the heat better than a plastic tank. I would recommend a 2 stage pump also.