Frosty where are you? Im very Curious to me why Highspire sounds Intriguing. And. Found an entire hydraulic pump and ram arm system from an old mini excavator. I have an acquaintance that is an heavy equipment mechanic /servicemen. He and I looked at everything last night and he told me we can set it up so hydraulic power will push and pull the press so it can be almost as quick a stroke as if it were a purpose built forge press. I plan to video the entire process however it’s likely I won’t have it completed before winter. My budget is 200 is dollars. So far I’ve spent nothing. Everything I have so far Ram/Pump free,4hp 220 electric motor, for dies I have 6ft of railroad track. I think I’ll spend most on nuts,bolts, belts and pulleys. I just keep my eyes on Craigslist and freecycle for everything. With a lack of money, patience becomes currency. Thank you all for your advice.