Recent content by mc_advrider

Thanks!

It looks like the PO already spent some time smacking it with a hammer and I haven't been able to get the handle to budge. My attempt to weld a bolt on today failed because the auto darkening helmet doesn't seem to be working. I'm going to purchase a decent helmet later this week. Here's the...

Thanks for the replies everyone. I probably wasn't clear, but yes the handle won't move at all and the PO already removed the ring. Since I just purchased a cheap welder, I'll take the advice to use it to weld a small bolt to the cover to pry it off. I'll update soon.

I checked out your build, nice work! I'm not sure where to start with this one as I don't want to beat on it like a heathen. The PO mentioned that he "broke" it, so I don't think it's stuck because of rust. Anyone have a tip for removing the end cap without messing it up?

Thanks Lee! This seems like a friendly place.

I just joined this forum today while searching for a way to get my new to me Wilton 1755 Tradesman vice unstuck. I came across it while looking for a cheap welder and the owner threw it in with the deal because its stuck.