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Good evening gents how fortunate of me to just find this thread. I just took possession of a good amount of D2, for which my questions were answered but i also got some A2, S7 and 4140. I'm figuring the 4140 for hammers and drifts, S7 for chisels but don't know what to do with A2. Any and all guidance and corrections to proper use of these materials is much appreciated. I'm just a noob and don't have a tempering oven. Thank you much

I just assumed that the higher voltage would be friendlier on the motor but like I said I'm elictrically challenged. So there's no advantage to switching voltage? Thank you

I don't know the years. The main difference I see are the tracking mechanics and the square tool arm vs round tool arm.

You have the BIII right? I got the previous model the Bench Model BM-2, it doesn't take square arms, it takes 3/4" round arms, the arms aren't adjustable front to back, they mount on a swivel plate that pivots by using a screw mounted to the front of the frame and that's how tracking of the belt is handled. Motor is single speed 2hp wired 110. Since I have 208 in my shop I'm considering rewiring or if I find the type of mount switch to a vfd configuration even though I'm electricity challenged

Fair enough. it would be great to see what other people have done with that grinder but like I said, I haven't had much luck with research on the web. hopefully my investment wasn't a foolhardy one. thank you

Thanks J I have reached out to them and they've been very forthcoming with information. I'm just a glutton for information and was looking for aftermarket tooling availability as I couldn't find much information on this specific grinder on the web. Bader seems to be a remarkably upstanding company but their website is really subpar. Hopefully someone has information for me. thank you all Sérgio

I just got the aforementioned grinder. Is there anyone making aftermarket parts or adapters that would bring this grinder up to date with is younger brother the BIII? Any and all help is much appreciated and thank you in advance for your time. In addition what is the type of frame motor that Bader uses? Sérgio "Portugee" blacksmith wannabe Black Mutt Forge Altamonte Springs, Fl

Thank you all for your assistance.

I've used that document like a users manual, awesome detailed info. The oil I use is, to the best of my limited knowledge, similar to the type recommend.

Bought used. Haven't been able to locate manufacturers, striker hammers in Us went out of business way before I acquired the machine. Thank you, I'll try a lighter oil. What weight oil does your Anyang use?

Good afternoon all When the hammer is turned on the tup stays down and the dies are touching each other. Is there a way to set the idle so that the ram is at its top position? I've used it as is for a bit now but as i advance, crawl really, towards more knowledge i would like my equipment to perform at it's peak. Thank you in advance for all the help and guidance provided. Sergio Black Mutt Forge Altamonte Springs, Fl

A very Merry Christmas to all and a splendid New Year, my wishes from the Black Mutt Forge here in sweltering Florida. And now in my native tongue- Um Feliz Natal e Prospero Ano Novo. Sergio "Portuguee" Blacksmith Wannabe Black Mutt Forge Altamonte Springs- Florida

The Beast is finally installed and running. My goal next is to use it to make various forms of tooling for itself. if you have any suggestions please fell free to toss them my way. I benefit immensely from your combine generosity and expertise, this last one i lack royally... If you are ever in the central Florida area shoot me a line and you're more than welcome to visit my humble set up. Sérgio

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your loved ones!!!! And now in Portuguese: Feliz Natal e um Próspero Ano Novo para ti e os teus!!! Thank you all for your generosity!!!!

Thank you all for the replies. It seems that Uship is the easiest/best way to handle this. The Blacksmith Express was the best price/convenience. :) A road trip with subsquent stop around Rhode Island to pick up a screw press is also a nice dream. Once again, thank you for your input. Portuguese Black Mutt Forge Altamonte Springs, Florida

Good Afternoon All I have a cunundrum. I was given two anvils. So far so good. I live in Central Florida and the anvils reside, for now, in Gilford New Hampshire. Looking for cheap transportation for this poor lonely anvils that are longing to get away from such dreadfull weather. Any ideas? Portuguese Black Mutt Forge Altamonte Springs, Florida (near Rat or Mouse Land- Orlando)

C'mon!! I can't believe that we are the only ones that have experienced great service to the benefit of our much loved hobby/profession? My apologies for my insistence/annoying factor. Sérgio

Just to clarify- James Johnson is the American rep for Anyang hammers, nothing to do with Striker (out of business btw) which augments his generosity exponentially. Thank you all Sergio

Good Morning I think that in general we don't recognize good customer service enough and we take it for granted. A few short weeks ago I purchased a Striker stc 88 power hammer, I knew close to nothing about this machine so I started calling around to people that dealt with similar machines, Mr. Johnson with Anyang USA was one of this calls. Mind you that he knows that I’ve already purchased a competitor’s product and instead of dismissing me, which I would find acceptable, he went to the trouble of providing me with pictures of bases and specs of alterations that he does to his products, with no gain or profit in mind. How do you recognize this kind of generosity? Please share any and all instances of great customer service that you have received; I hope that my experience has some parallels. And a huge "thank you" to James Johnson for his time and patience. Sergio Black Mutt Forge Altamonte Springs, Florida

Thank you very much James Just sent you an email. As you figured out I'm floundering here and I'm not even a very good fisherman despite my country of origin:) Sérgio

Good morning Jamie The guy I bought it from told me that he bought it new and used it about 30 hours. It came with a bunch of dies but none match and some are modified to do decorative work, have the belts and treadle. Don't have the electric switch, he was using it to power other machines as well. He told me that he was running the "Beast" from a 3hp rotary phase converter. I've talked to phase-a-matic and am inclined to use a 10hp static+idler combination and that should also cover future needs on my many hobbies!!! I'm 5'9" so I'm figuring 40-42" off the ground, maybe a plate cap for the timbers which also will provide welding points to lower the treadle swivels. Any and all feedback is welcome since, for the most part, I have no clue what I'm doing. Thank you Sérgio

Thanks nuge! I just managed to get some non-detergent motor oil, like you said, 40w was the highest they had, since I'm in Florida I figured I could go heavier but you roll with the punches!! Since my shop has dirt floors, read sand, I'm figuring on a deep hole packed with gravel to bed two layers of full size railroad ties flush with floor and on top the hammer base also built of milled railroad ties, it helps that the other hobby is woodworking :). Sérgio

I can easily get 3hp single phase motor but will that be enough?? Also the difference in rpm 3hp 1ph 1750 rpm vs 5.33hp 3ph 1160 rpm should be a concern? Thank you for your help guys

Thank you Ironmike. As inept with electricity as I'm I would probably screw something up royally!!! May have to use pro help!

Once I get past figuring out the electric, re-locating the "beast" to the back of the property then my concern is the neighbors!!! Off looking for railroad ties for a base!!