Earthquake Quick-Split™ 12-Ton Dual Height Horizontal Gas Log Splitter

Splits small to medium logs OK. When trying to split a larger log (larger than 2X the wedge height) The log rode up on the top of the wedge and the beam bent. See Photo.

As long as one is splitting only logs less than 20 inches in Diameter this is a very good splitter.

LSD RESPONDS: With larger logs, it's wise to split off slabs from the sides to reduce the mass of the log, before you try to split the center.

Bought this barely used 3 years ago. Since I have owned it I had to replace the push plate which has been completely redesigned from the original and is now one solid piece, no problems now but before the push plate had bolts which would break 1 or 2x's year. I also sheared off the angle brackets attached to the splitting wedge and had to weld some heavy gauge pieces back on which helps to split the wood. The front leg busted off, very cheaply made. Replaced it with a trailer tongue wheel. The hyd.valve is now leaking bad and I cant seem to fine seals for it. I will probably replace valve new but then I am selling this thing. The Viper engine runs great but this is under powered for my needs and I only split about a chord a year, cheap garbage metal and welds, low grade valve. Save your money.

Bought this barely used 3 years ago. Since I have owned it I had to replace the push plate which has been completely redesigned from the original and is now one solid piece, no problems now but before the push plate had bolts which would break 1 or 2x's year. I also sheared off the angle brackets attached to the splitting wedge and had to weld some heavy gauge pieces back on which helps to split the wood. The front leg busted off, very cheaply made. Replaced it with a trailer tongue wheel. The... more

My Wood Splitter Arrived Within a Week or So After Ordering It, in Good
Condition. It Was Easy to Put Together, and Works Like a Charm. Very
Pleased With It and Happy We Found You On the Web. Thanks.

Splitter exceeded all expectations. Performs very well even though manufactured outside USA. Reasonable price. Delivery was excellently handled. Was able to handle 20" log, although at age 77, I struggled a little. Much better to have help when lifting wood onto Splitter. Would recommend to anyone.

The splitter arrived on time, and it went together well. I'm not a muscle man, but I was able to do the assembly solo. The thing got going on the first pull, and I knocked off about half a cord of fresh Red Oak fairly quickly. As others have noted, the front support strut is a bit wobbly, but can be addressed by the positioning of a piece of un-split wood. Finally, the whole operation runs at fairly low sound levels. I recommend this nicely-priced machine without reservation.

I haven't had a chance to really use the splitter yet but just wanted to say that the assembly was very easy, I had it together and running in about 1 hour.
I like the adjustable height and the telescoping hitch length.
For the money it appears to be just what I needed, easy to move around and transport.
I would recommend Log Splitters Direct because their prices are the best I have found.

I split a lot of wood for my family with an axe. After some research, I ordered the Quick-Split 12 ton. I had to buy some different clamps for the hoses. That was the only problem. Once I got the machine going with the new clamps on the hydraulic hoses, it was a beauty. The clamps that come with the machine are hard to adjust and tighten. I was able to split hard Hickory and Oak with no problem. Now getting firewood is enjoyable.

Just wanted everyone to know we love our log splitter it has sure paid for itself. Just put the log on and it does the rest all we have to do is stack the wood. Glad we bought it.

The Earthquake splitter is great. My wife and I split some wood that had multiple knots and was in our "can't use" pile and the splitter had no problem. We split about a cord in an hour and finally enjoyed the chore of splitting.

Fast delivery. Easy to assemble. Runs great. Does the job as expected. Very well pleased except......the ram bolts are poor quality. The bolts stripped and the nuts fell off after only a few hours of operation.. Stronger nuts and bolts are needed to withstand the pressure.

This little splitter really does the job, totally satisfied so far. Nice job of fast shipping from Log Splitters Direct.