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23 hours ago, Charles R. Stevens said:

For the most part rules are their for a good reason, but some times they are there to make some dumb person feel important. It's up to you to do enugh research to know the difference. 

haha thanks!

2 hours ago, Mikey98118 said:

I spent several years fixing torch hose failures from the brass fittings that come from "approved" repair kits. Unlike fittings that are pressed in place by a hydraulic crimping machine, these repair kit fittings would gradually open over time; permitting the hoses to come loose.

Most apliance hose clamps are made of spring wires, that will cause torch hose to tear; because they create pressure points for tears to begin at. Hydraulically crimped brass hose ferrules spread the pressure over a wide area. Worm gear hose clamps also spread pressure over a wide area; and while that pressure can be adjusted to exactly where you want it, it doesn't back off over time.

If a fella is so cursed as to live someplace that doesn't permit their use, then he has only two legal options left; the first is to try to persuade some company with a hydraulic crimping machine to place his hose in position on the barbed pipe fitting (lots of luck with that); the other one is to use a fuel gas approved adhesive on the barbed fitting before clamping the hose and the crappy third rate kit ferrule in place. But the fella doesn't need to feel bad about the deal; he can still use a worm gear clamp every now and then to crush the kit ferrule back into place.

Wow ok thank you for all those information, I may try it then, I know rules are made for dumb people who doesn't know what they do, but you know, it's gas so I didn't want to take too much risk haha. Thanks

On 2016-06-04 at 11:59 PM, Charles R. Stevens said:

Soapy water in a spray bottle has been the tool of choice for diagnosing gas leaks for years, certainly beats matches... 

Haha good one, I knew the trick but I was afraid of making a absurdity. Thanks

On 2016-06-01 at 0:18 AM, Mikey98118 said:

No, this particular hose clamp is not the slightest bit dangerous; as to what Canadian law says; you are on your own. Dealing with all the crap my own legal system comes up with is quite depressing enough, thank you very much...

I just don't think it's really sealed, I'm afraid to try it and start an explosion or something, I Know if it's really tight it should be ok. but you never know and I don't want to be in the news paper for being the dumb ass who exploded in his garage

Isn't a hose clamp a little bit dangerous, in canada I know it's ''against the law'' to attach your hose with that. I found a thread that mentionned an american store with all the piece you need but I can't find the thread anymore unfortunately.

Good call Danny, its not like they are making any more of them (that way at least;-) and inflation and taxes its not like your likely to find one cheaper later on... Other than once you buy one of something that you spent absolutely years looking for, then you run across several in quick succession often for less money, (buy those too ;-)  Good luck, and have fun. 

Hey thanks a lot, I just need an anvil and there you go the fun begins this summer!

the forge is mine, very nice and the blower is top notch!!

Is it worth $350?

 

In my mind, yes it is.

 

That forge needs some fire cement or the like to build up the pot, and a hood/windshield.  The hood and chimney would be my preferred addition simply because it gets the smoke up and away from me.

 

Or, I can spend my time and energy running around to scavenge, scrounge, buy all the stuff needed to make a 55 Forge or similar.  Now, I have a shop full of tools and can probably whip something together fairly easily.  But it won't be to the same quality as that forge, and my time has a value.  Will I be able to find all the materials and assemble them for less than $350?  Even if I'm only paying myself $5/hr for labor, I still have consumables, fuel, etc.

 

Electric blowers require electricity to operate.  That's why they call them electric blowers.  Do you have a scavenged blower that you can use for the forge, or will you need to hunt/buy one?  Close enough to an outlet that you can run an extension cord?  I've burned up three electric blowers in one year. Will you do the same?  

 

In my neck of the woods, a hand-cranked blower in good condition, with the stand, is going to run you at least $65.  I've never seen one cheaper, though I guess I could hunt and scavenge until I do find that needle in the haystack.  

 

You're getting a blower, stand, fire pot and tuyere for $350.  It's a plug-n-play operation, though I would look to claying the pot and adding a chimney/hood down the road.  The convenience alone makes it worth considering, in my estimation.

 

How many forges do you see for sale in your area?  Is this one firm at $350?  Will there be another one come to market next week?  Have you truly searched the area, including the auctions and moving sales?

I would like to change the pot, get a smaller one and add a hood, like you said yes, would try to get it for 300$.. and no there's almost nothing near me haha hard for me to find stuff.!

Nice condition, but I wouldn't pay anywhere near that for it. I usually see rivet forges for $100 in good shape. Saw 2 listed within a day of each other on Craigslist last month for $100 ea. The last two I bought were larger shop forges, one was $100, the other was $75.

Why not build one? Easy to do, and far less cost wise-even free materials in some cases.

yup I started to build one (half made ( might take buy this one and modify it with the piece I have) but I would love to have a table with the one I build and a hair dryer for air burst is not what I would like with all the extention and stuff to plug it, but yes it's an idea!

yup it's 250bucks for a 80pound, gotta deal it to a nicer price, thanks a lot guys, much appreciated!!

I also found this one, and it seems a lot better :

On 2/17/2014 at 2:41 AM, Frosty said:

Welcome aboard Danny glad to have you. If you put your general location in the header you might be surprised at how many of the IFI gang live within visiting distance.

We call those ASOs Anvil Shaped Objects. They're not worth much as an anvil and worth scrap price, as Thomas said about $0.25/lb. Don't buy it, not even as a garden decoration.

xxxx good thing I asked!! thanks

It would also help if you complete your profile with your location.  You might find local people that could help with your anvil search and learning the craft.

Yup next step in my account!

hmmm ok sorry for not responding I tought there were some auto email send for each..,.ok thanks a lot for the many answer, there is almost no anvil for sale where I live.. So sad

Hi guys, I'm searching  for a nice little forge, this got my attention and I would like to get some advice, the guy demands 350 for it. What are you thinking about it.

Thanks a lot for the help

Hey, I'm new around here and trying to buy a nice anvil, someone told me about this web site that people could help me with anvil, so i'm posting this picture to get some opinions. For 350$ buy or pass