Will it split 12-14" diameter hard oak and pecan?
1243581
I have not tried the Woodeze with hard oak or pecan but hard oak can be easily split with an axe so it should be no problem. The most difficult wood that I have found so far is birch which tends to be fibrous. Still, it works. There's not much pecan up here in northern NY.
1243582
Yeah but not very easily...kind of have to split it off center and work your way around the outside.
1243583
We have split 10-12 inch oak and had no problem. I have no idea about pecan.
1903005
I concur with Randy in that it can split larger logs than 12 in diameter depending on the type of wood... some woods split clean and some types are more stringy. Splitting off center you can definitely shave larger logs down from the outside in. Although it can be difficult to balance the log and split it while operating the machine. The trick is to balance it against your leg while using both hands to press the button. Two people makes it easier to do big logs.
2216586
I use mine for English walnuts which are 1.5 x 2 and it works great, makes the job picking up walnuts easy. You may want to use a smaller one for pecans. Ask the mfg what size they recommend for pecans.
1854229
No, it will only cut up to 12", excellent trimer if you can find larger one.
2043598
With a grinder and a welder I made it fit my Forest King splitter. Problem is , unless you have 10-12 inch logs with no crotches its a waste of time to use it. Its faster to simply role the log for a second split.
449791
I have used this for branches ranging from one inch to 1/4 across (rose of sharon, christmas pine, etc) . It likes a long straight woody branch. Not so good on highly branched hedge cuttings like a privet etc.
1165727
I've split logs up to 18" in diameter, though it does put a burden on the machine. I look for cracks where the log is already starting to split and aim the wedge there. I also don't do for splitting a large log in half; instead I try to cut a small piece off first and then work from there. Often, with wood like oak, I have to finish the job by inserting an axe and hitting it with a sledge hammer, as oak tends to tear a lot. It's still less work than splitting without the machine!
1112594
I don't know about the wedge, but I have had NO problems, whatsoever, and I'm splitting Doug Fir, Hemlock, Cedar, and Alder. I stick to the size limit they give you, but even when I have been a little over, I use the slower speed, and it's fine. I did however cut a half piece of older Madrona, and I won't do that again, as it was so hard, one of the pieces flew out, and fortunately, away from me.
333693
While this would work it's a little bit of overkill as it was designed for tougher nuts. This is how we do pecans and it works great, especially since you get complete halves most of the time. Hope this helpshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGSR8t0bYRw
1744198
I don't think it will fit, especially if you have a splitting axe. I bought mine for a Hudson Bay from Council Tools. It was a little big for the Hudson Bay but I think it will be too small for your splitter to fit.
1428025
The branches on my shrub are about 1/4 to 1/3 inch in diameter, which it cuts with no problem. It will certainly cut larger branches, but not with the same efficiency or ease.
64215
I know it will in pine or other soft woods, probably most decking. Don't know about oak or other hard woods.
1761624
I have not tried cutting anything that thick yet, but I think they may be able to handle it. I am sure it can handle 1 inch thick branches.
1273616
i have cut oak limbs about 6" in diameter. it is a work out for it, but it will do it. the machine is alittle under powered for anything over 3". but for the money it is a pretty good machine.
615344
Haven't tried that but it should work - the back of the unit is flat. Not sure if the wood might split when drilling..?
1125437
Yes it will, green wood easy. dry hard wood takes more time and chain/bar oil.
1481368
Definitely. So far I have used the saw to rip (cut lengthwise) and cross cut edge glued red oak panels greater than 3 1/2". It's a handy little saw.