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Old 03-17-2008, 03:03 PM
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Default Other junkyard powerhammers besides rusty/dusty s

Does any one know / have any plans for a power hammer besides the rusty/dust hammer? I`am going to build the rusty if i don`t find any others! I want one Cheap , Works Good.

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Old 03-17-2008, 05:24 PM
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Look in the IForgeIron blueprints for helve hammers. Irnsrgn has a design (or 2) posted. Also look over the blueprints for power and tredle hammers, several are shown.
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the 'tyre' hammer design looks very good, and simple. A gentleman called Clay Spencer runs workshops building these for what looks to be a reasonable price. I am sure the plans are available for sale somewhere (I am sure it will 'google')
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Gday Hammerkid,

You could look at the Anvilfire site, there was/is a series on junkyard hammers there, lots of pics, and some how-to info. From memory, no "plans" but if you look around enough, and add 2 & 2, you should be able to figure out the bulk of the design. Ask here for specific details you can't figure out.

Personally I think this makes it a more interesting project, a better talking point (ok blowing your own trumpet;-), and you will learn oh so much from it.

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Old 03-18-2008, 01:40 PM
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Default mo plans

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Old 03-18-2008, 02:28 PM
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Ok belive I`ll buy the Rusty plans and transform my treadle hammer into a rusty! a 1/2 hp , 25# will be good for me!
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Old 03-18-2008, 06:25 PM
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Sounds good. Please take lots of pictures as you go along to share with us. Good luck!
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Old 03-19-2008, 03:43 PM
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I`ll do , it be a few weeks though gotta get other projects done!
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Old 03-20-2008, 09:51 AM
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Gday Hammerkid,

I'd keep the treadle hammer and build a power hammer from scratch.
Treadle hammers are oh so useful and handy, if you convert it, you'll just have to build a new one later, so why not just keep the one you have?

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There is a possible Tire Hammer workshop being planned for June 26-28 at John Wayne Taylor's shop in Wetumpka, AL. Currently, the estimated cost is around $1000. They are looking for at least 7 more people to sign up for the workshop. If you are interested, please contact Clay Spencer at clay@tirehammer.com

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