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Discussion in 'The Wood Pile' started by Reloader, Dec 15, 2018.

  1. Reloader

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    Pleasantly surprised to get some time on the splitter with no rain. Started on the second pile this afternoon. I think I’m going to have to replace the valve for the splitter as it is leaking a bit. It is runnable but I ordered a new one last night.
    If I collect the hydraulic fluid in a clean container when I change the valve is it okay to reuse it?[​IMG][​IMG]


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  2. farmer rob

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    Nice pile and as for the oil if it was me I would change it as a bucket is less than $50 and why take a chance
     
  3. Stlshrk

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    Nice pile Reloader !

    I would think that if the fluid looks pretty good, then you could strain it a couple of times to reuse in the splitter. :axe: Especially if your splitter has a filter. From the pic, you may have the same or similar unit to mine. Mtd 25 ton with a spin on filter.
     
  4. Backwoods Savage

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    So long as the fluid is clean and clear it will do no harm to reuse it.
     
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    I suggest not using the oil again. Any dirt, dust etc that got in there could end up elsewhere. It’s pretty cheap at tractor supply.
     
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    Good looking supply of wood. Nice setting to do your splitting. If the fluid looked good, I would reuse it!
     
  7. farmer rob

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    Wow someone actually agrees with me thank you . Happy Holidays guys and best wishes for the season ahead.
     
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    Carport wood storage envy...…..:thumbs:
     
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    cheesecloth, paint or maybe a coffee filter if you even spill enough to be worthwhile
     
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