Woodmizer MP100 Surprise

prittgers · June 21, 2014, 11:36:38 AM

We bought an MP100 moulder/planer to make D logs. I was very surprised to find out how easily the knives would install. The little knife clamps are about $18 per copy and seemed over priced until it was time to slide them in and lock them in place. Someone had designed the head with an indentation for the locking bolt to slide into the knife way. Well done, Woodmizer!

And you can see the results of my very first test. A nice 2-sided 8x10 log. Just so you know, I am the Woodmizer guy for Alaska. But this is my machine and will be used to make our own house logs.

Chuck White · June 21, 2014, 12:54:24 PM

Looks like it does a fine job, and if I hadn't said it before, welcome to the Forestry Forum!

Magicman · June 21, 2014, 01:27:34 PM

I see nothing wrong with tooting your own whistle when music comes out. Thanks for the report. 8)

drobertson · June 21, 2014, 03:25:56 PM

I've had my eye on the MP100 since they came out, love the finish product.

Jason_AliceMae Farms · June 21, 2014, 03:42:23 PM

While I am very jealous of the WM equipment I must compliment you on your log dog. Absolutely beautiful pup you have there sir!

Peter Drouin · June 21, 2014, 05:57:00 PM

Nice, Is gas or electric?

barbender · June 21, 2014, 08:24:01 PM

Quote from: Magicman on June 21, 2014, 01:27:34 PM
I see nothing wrong with tooting your own whistle when music comes out.

Hey Magic, I've been looking at the "old sayings" thread, I think this may belong in there ;) Prittgers, that looks like a slick unit, we feel entitled to pics of the cabin build too ;D

sawdust joe · June 21, 2014, 09:12:32 PM

Nice pics,nice molder mp100 o plese update us on prodject in fyture.
Welcom to the forum
Happy sawing be safe.

Magicman · June 21, 2014, 10:40:15 PM

Quote from: barbender on June 21, 2014, 08:24:01 PM
Quote from: Magicman on June 21, 2014, 01:27:34 PM
I see nothing wrong with tooting your own whistle when music comes out.
Hey Magic, I've been looking at the "old sayings" thread, I think this may belong in there ;)

Thanks, but it can't be an old saying 'cause I just said it today and it was not repeated from somewhere else. It just came out that way. ;D

barbender · June 22, 2014, 12:18:02 AM

Well, every old saying has to start out as a new one ;)

backwoods sawyer · June 22, 2014, 12:56:13 AM

The MP100 will be known as the one with the new old saying with a twist by one of the younger older folks. Hope this makes new log cabins milled from the not so old logs look like old log cabins with a fresh coat of shingle oil to keep it looking new or something like that

schakey · June 22, 2014, 05:59:39 AM

Good day Mr. Prittgers and a big thank you for your post. I have been thinking of an LT 15 with the MP100 moulder.
Would like to see more pictures of your setup if and when you get time,as been stated keep us in progress of your build.
Have a great day!

thecfarm · June 22, 2014, 07:21:40 AM

I would like to see that in motion. Does that run on a LT 10 or 15 track?

Magicman · June 22, 2014, 07:32:36 AM

Here is Wood-Mizer's video. Scroll down and click the "Video" button. LINK

thecfarm · June 22, 2014, 07:42:24 AM

Ayup, answers that question about the LT15 rail. Thank you. ;D

WDH · June 22, 2014, 08:39:16 AM

That would be handy for planing wide slabs.

Bill Gaiche · June 22, 2014, 11:09:50 AM

Thanks for the photos. That is a cool machine and your going to really like what it will make for you. Keep us updated. bg

rooster 58 · June 22, 2014, 01:14:06 PM

Can you mill a tongue and groove in the log with it?

prittgers · July 24, 2014, 05:53:01 PM

Couple notes on the MP100: It will do t&G. And it will do a lap profile for log siding, too. They are currently only available in electric 7-1/2 hp, single and 3 phase.

Glad you like my log dog. She is my buddy and gets between our family and some obnoxious black bears that have been hanging around. Even went so far as to 'escort' my niece into the house the other day because of one.