06-21-2014, 06:37 AM
Dave, one reason I push the log into the wedge is because the two pieces end up on the "tray" just at and past the wedge.
Many pieces I split require more than one split and it's easier to bring 'em back without having to bend over and pick 'em up to do so.
Another reason is, I don't want the piece on my side falling onto my feet 'cause that's right about where they would go.
And finally, Some larger or recalcitrant pieces won't split completely in two, so, I can back up the ram without dragging the piece back and then have to lever or beat it off the wedge thereby falling on my feet.
Many pieces I split require more than one split and it's easier to bring 'em back without having to bend over and pick 'em up to do so.
Another reason is, I don't want the piece on my side falling onto my feet 'cause that's right about where they would go.
And finally, Some larger or recalcitrant pieces won't split completely in two, so, I can back up the ram without dragging the piece back and then have to lever or beat it off the wedge thereby falling on my feet.
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