Old arbor press on CL

[Toolhorder]

I really want this arbor press....

What could I use it for?

 

[txvwnut]

A trip to the chiropractor after moving it.

Seriously though they can be used for a multitude of medium weight projects. For serious press needs I would consider a hydraulic press.

 

[firworks]

I've just recently been convinced that you can use an arbor press for a lot of jobs, so now I'm telling you you can use an arbor press for a lot of jobs!

We've been discussing it recently in this Enco deals thread:
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=309703

Several of us bought arbor presses from that sale.

 

[d.mcfarland]

A trip to the chiropractor after moving it.

Seriously though they can be used for a multitude of medium weight projects. For serious press needs I would consider a hydraulic press.

I'd be willing to bet that old unit could do so much more than a new hydraulic unit. Medium my a$$. That unit probably weighs more than a Volkswagen.

 

[zkling]

I'd be willing to bet that old unit could do so much more than a new hydraulic unit. Medium my a$$. That unit probably weighs more than a Volkswagen.

Apples to oranges, that is proably around a 7-10 ton max press.

 

[d.mcfarland]

I'm saying it has the capability to be used manually which is some of the times more effective because of control reasons. Every tool has its place, and this one (for the right price) would be a good investment.

 

[404]

Very nice. Does that have the gear reduction on the handle?