K.R Wilson 50 Ton Press

[Farmall 1066]

Snagged this press tonight off C/L for $100. Seller said it doesn't work, but I was willing to gamble. Laid it down in the back of the 2500HD, and hauled it 50 miles home.
Got it stood up and it seems to be working properly. Maybe pump lost it's prime, or check ball is out of place or something. Have to try it out more tomorrow.

Might take some tinkering, but should be one hell of a press when I'm done.

 

[oldldh]

50 tons should be sufficient...

For Walnut cracking, at least...

 

[ChevyEFI]

You do indeed ****.

 

[Farmall 1066]

I farm a bit and do repair work on the side, so should come in handy. Will look right at home with my almost 90 year old Weaver Hi Speed 20 ton press.
Love the Weaver, but this was too cool to pass up!

 

[zkling]

You do indeed ****.

No kidding. A business associate of mine has one of those setup for a broaching operation. It is sweet.

 

[General Geoff]

50 ton press for a c-note?

The suckage is indeed with you.

 

[Farmall 1066]

Found out that there is still a company that supports these things, so I should be in good shape, if I need parts!

 

[oldtools]

That is definitely a you **** score.

 

[wornoutoldman]

Truly a contender for the "Suckiest You **** Score" this year!

 

[Charles (in GA)]

Online manuals and parts.

http://www.devinmfg.com/krwilson.html

I have a 25 ton Dake H frame, been wanting a KR Wilson for a long time. They all seem way expensive.

Its a hand arbor press too (did you get the four handles for the arbor press wheel on the right?).

Charles

 

[Farmall 1066]

Got it working, but going to need a seal kit for the pump... It bleeds oil bad under higher pressure. Got a call in to Devin's for parts already.

 

[Askme42]

you ****


I need to stay on top of my CL searches though. Seems like all the deals hit when i take a break.