Storing Your Wood Splitter?

Got the cover just in time, snowing like crazy here today!

 

It works for me!

 

LOL!! You're right, the only thing that matters is covering the engine.

 

At least that cover does not go to the ground, so moisture build up should not be that big of an issue.

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Yep. That's all I do.

I've had this splitter for 10 years. It's only ever known outdoor living. I have a rubber mat that I throw over the engine; once it's cooled down.

 

I just parked mine for the winter this afternoon. I added Stabil and a bit of fresh fuel, split for a half hour to finish what I had left to split, then towed it out of the woods, parked it between two wood piles, drained the carb bowl, pulled a plastic fertilizer bag over the engine then put a plastic box over that with a couple splits on top. I tarped it a couple winters but haven't bothered the last couple.

 

I keep mine garaged. I am lucky enough to have a “deep” garage. I park it sideways in front of my old Mustang. I just think if you can keep it inside, it will probably last longer. Here’s mine. I just changed the oil today (hence the cardboard underneath). I will say, my dad has kept his splitter outside, under a tarp for over 40 years - and it still works just fine.

 

Don't forget to cover the vent on the reservoir. It could be anything from a shiny chrome filtered breather to a hole drilled in the filler plug. And try and keep the fuel tank full as it reduces the exchanged volume of air with temperature changes because just like a cold piece of metal condensation forms on cold fuel.

 

Of course, that is the answer, build a bigger shed; and have a man cave in one part of it as well; stocked with plenty of beer and snacks for company to come and visit. Also, a nice wood fuel stove to keep it warm.

 

Sending my biggest and best wishes your way. Hope it all changes and you get better and stronger.

 

Mustang? I wish I had Mum's old '65 Mustang but it went long before Mum left his world.

 

I wish you did too. I’d love to see pics of it. My dad had a 1970 Dodge Challenger before I was born. I’ve seen pics (white with black racing stripes). He sold it when my parents had me. They couldn’t afford us both. I’ve always felt a little bit guilty about it. But he’s always said he has no regrets. I’m sure your mom had her reasons.