Hydraulic Logsplitter

I was thinking of disconnecting either the lift or tilt hydraulic connection (probably tilt since it is a fore and aft control)and hooking my two logsplitter lines in place of these then pushing the tilt lever forward and held tied in that position to enable the hydraulic oil to enter the logsplitter using the tractor pump.I realize I will have to check the oil level after this to assure enough is present an to add as necessary.

Does this sound viable or have I missed something. I certainly do not wish to cause any damage to the tractor or splitter.

Thanks for any suggestions,

Jack Gorski

I did go to my local JD dealer for the Auxillary Hydraulic Kit,P/N: BM 16762, so that I can just hook up to the tractor directly. BUT, the part is obsolete (no longer made). If there is anyone out there that can recommend where I can purchase it I will go that way to solve my problem. Else I'll try the front end loader way and see what happens.

I also looked into the PTO pump option. I have such a pump on for my sprayer. I assume it will work ok for my logsplitter purpose (right???). Also, don't I need a hydraulic reservoir, filter, and whatever else to make this work.

FYI...I am only using the splitter for occasional personal use.

Jack

If you use the Hyd on tractor Splitter will run slow . I use a splitter on 1715 NH 27 HP I think the GPM is about 6 . Tractor has Spliter valve . I am retired an use Spliter to split wood for my own use . Would not recomend if you are going to use For commercal use . Would go with a PTO driven type . Here is picture of my unit .

I`d look into adding remotes, it would probably be money well spent.