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Thread: Log Splitter Repair
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22nd May 2018, 08:00 PM #1Most Valued Member
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Log Splitter Repair
Evening All,
I am half owner of a RedGum log splitter. Today the co-owner was using it and the cast iron knuckle that screws onto the end of the hydraulic ram broke. Hopefully we can buy a replacement part.
Worryingly, the thread on the end of the ram is also damaged. Im hopeful I can clean it up with a suitable die. The machine is at his place, so I cant measure it, but Im guessing the thread is around 7/8. Even if I can repair the thread its going to be weakened and I expect it wont be long before it fails again.
Id appreciate any advice on how to proceed. I dont want to spend money on a die and new knuckle only to have the joint fail again. What would you guys do?
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