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  1. Reloader

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    This isn’t the best wood but will go in the shed next Summer
    Had some trouble with the splitter, but cleaned the carburetor and it seems to be running okay.


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    First time ive seen someone sitting while splitting horizontal. Makes quick work of it. Wonder if Backwoods Savage would approve??? :whistle:
     
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    I usually approve of most work but it does not stop me from making suggestions for them to improve.
     
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    I’m 6’4” with a bad back. I used to split everything with an axe or a maul. After watching a few folks use a powered splitter I never thought it would work for me.
    With this cheap model I was very happy to find the height and controls work well for me from a sitting position.

    Certainly makes the process easier for me.


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    Now you just need to find a swivel seat. Work smarter not harder (something I should try harder to do).
     
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    Ive recently gone to hydro myself and it does ease the back. Although i did enjoy the little hand splitting i did this morning. 4-5 big wheelbarrows worth.
     
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    FIFY! :D You DID say smarter! :rofl: :lol:
     
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