Earthquake 5-Ton Electric Mini Horizontal Log Splitter

So far so good

Works great I love it

I love my earthquake. I run it in my basement. It's quiet. No gas - no fumes. I can do 8-10 inch logs with ease.

I ordered the Earthquake Electric Log Splitter Nov. 1st, 2010. I used it in Dec. 2010, Jan 2011 & Feb 2011. I didn’t use in Dec. 2011, because it’s been unusually warm this winter.
So I only used it in four different Months. Just long enough to be passed the 1 year waranty.
It popped the left hand guide nut and BENT the hydraulic shaft while splitting a log.
Got a note back from Mfg. The unit is out of waranty. It’s warantied for 1 year from purchase date. They do have a refurbished unit they can ship for $169.00 + 52.00 Shipping.
I do NOT recommend this item.

I ordered the Earthquake Electric Log Splitter Nov. 1st, 2010. I used it in Dec. 2010, Jan 2011 & Feb 2011. I didn’t use in Dec. 2011, because it’s been unusually warm this winter.
So I only used it in four different Months. Just long enough to be passed the 1 year waranty.
It popped the left hand guide nut and BENT the hydraulic shaft while splitting a log.
Got a note back from Mfg. The unit is out of waranty. It’s warantied for 1 year from purchase date. They do have a refurbished unit... more

I bought this because I needed an indoor splitter for the garage. I got it yesterday (2/12/2013).

I read all the directions and checked everything, even all the bolts to make sure everything was tight. All was good. I went to split my first log and the motor would not start. Turns out I blew the breaker on the splitter.

I had to let cool down, tried again- and again blew the breaker. In the operating instructions it says you have to use both the controls at the same time, which is what I was doing- pressing the power button and pulling the ram activating arm at the same time.

Well, that is not the way to run this splitter. There is a sequence that should be followed. Here it is...Power up the motor before you activate the ram. Otherwise the motor will be under a LOAD and will NOT run!!!!! It will sit there, hum, and blow the breaker.

After learning this, what a great buy! It split wood with little effort.

I read a few reviews where others said it would not start for them and took it back- that's sad. This is a great piece of equipment. I suggest this start up sequence be put in the Manual: LET MOTOR GET UP TO RPMs THEN ACTIVATE THE RAM. It is very important!!!

Don't get discouraged before you try this first... you will not be disappointed.

I bought this because I needed an indoor splitter for the garage. I got it yesterday (2/12/2013).

I read all the directions and checked everything, even all the bolts to make sure everything was tight. All was good. I went to split my first log and the motor would not start. Turns out I blew the breaker on the splitter.

I had to let cool down, tried again- and again blew the breaker. In the operating instructions it says you have to use both the controls at the same time, which is what... more

I didn't need a large splitter at my cabin and tried this. It split threw a cord of wood some of which was 14" diameter. It never seemed to even strain.
I fear that I haven't used it enough yet to comment on reliability. Because of other reviews, I will be checking the ram bolts.
I guess I also recommend users to make sure to use a 12 gauge cord.

Like others, I found the instructions were not too good with a little improvising needed to install the few parts required. Put it together today and used it to split seasoned Elm up to 10" diameter. Worked fine on stringy Elm. So far I would recommend this product for small scale use like fireplace wood not exceeding 20" long and 10" diameter. Gloves and eye protection are a must. Important tip: let the motor rev up to speed before engaging lever. This allows full power application so you don't stress an under-revved motor and pop your circuit breaker.

Like others, I found the instructions were not too good with a little improvising needed to install the few parts required. Put it together today and used it to split seasoned Elm up to 10" diameter. Worked fine on stringy Elm. So far I would recommend this product for small scale use like fireplace wood not exceeding 20" long and 10" diameter. Gloves and eye protection are a must. Important tip: let the motor rev up to speed before engaging lever. This allows full power... more

Following the instructions, I put the knob on the hydraulic ever and stripped that. Mounted the wheel assembly and the holes were off 1/2"Loosened all the bolts and got it lined up and the hole was per-stripped.Mounted the handle and one hole was filled with paint.After one hour I put it to the test.A piece of green oak,8" in diameter and 12' long.

Failed at a hundred lbs, shipping it back was out of the question.Got some help and took a smaller bite out of the chunk.It worked but took the two handed safety out of the log splitting operation. I let the wood cure for three weeks and built a stand level with the truck bed to work off of.This morning I split 25 logs and had no problem.Worked good.Tips.It does have its limits.The more seasoned the wood the better.Use eye protection. Bark flies,Gloves for splinters, and if you put it on a table wear steel toe shoes.A ten pound fell right on my steel toe. I like it because of no noise when you are moving wood.

Following the instructions, I put the knob on the hydraulic ever and stripped that. Mounted the wheel assembly and the holes were off 1/2"Loosened all the bolts and got it lined up and the hole was per-stripped.Mounted the handle and one hole was filled with paint.After one hour I put it to the test.A piece of green oak,8" in diameter and 12' long.

Failed at a hundred lbs, shipping it back was out of the question.Got some help and took a smaller bite out of the chunk.It worked but... more

I am impressed with these splitters, this is my second one only because I wasn't paying attention and a bolt came loose on the ram and bent the shaft of the first one.

I fully intend to fix this as soon as I have time.

Again, thanks for producing an excellent product for the money.

I haven't had a chance to use the log splitter much, but so far it is perfect for what I will be needing.

We have a small wood-burning fireplace and live in a rural area where wood is available.

I was happy with the ease of which this particular splitter operates, and the logs are the size that fit well into the small insert in my fireplace. My wife bought this as a Christmas gift and it will be the gift that keeps on giving!

Great bargain!

It is well made, and easy to move and store. Quiet operation.

Very impressed with the power and ease of operation.

Should have had one years ago.