One last time. Sorry if this is again a repeat but I see no evidence my previous three messages were successful. Charlie, Sorry if this is a duplicate. I sent two pms to you earlier this morning but my sent folder remains empty????? Thanks for the info and link. How did you do the metal work on your shop made splitter in the photos. I am even newer to metalworking than to woodworking. I will buy this saw today if all is as expected. It is a CL purchase so who knows until I actually see it in person. Dave