RingingAnvil Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 I have finally found a Little Giant. It is a 50lb Little Giant that was manufactured in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. The casting has no cracks and everything else is in fairly good order but I have heard they are a bit different to find parts for and this one may need a few now or in the future. Should i grab it or hold out? Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fe-Wood Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Go to this link- Little Giant Hammer- Nebraska City, NE Then call and talk to Sid, He will give you everything you need to know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
781 Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 I agree Sid is the source for parts and info but if it is in good condition now and is 80 years old or so you should not wear it out too much more. Keep it well oiled. If it needs new babbit you can pour that yourself. If pins are warn they need replaced with a size larger which requires drilling Fred Craylor always suggested getting a new spring no matter what hammer you buy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Dean Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Get it! If you have doubts on repair/rebuilding it then take the class in March from Sid. They completely rebuild a LG during the class and everybody participates, class is limited so every one can get to the hammer. I bought part for my 50#LG a few years back but want to take the class before I start putting it back together. Mine is a 1926 model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peacock Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 If it was made in Wisconsin it may be quite a bit different from a Little Giant. I have two Kauana built hammers. They are great hammers but no LG parts interchange. New springs are available from Sid. Arms from a LG will work with some mods but must be changed in pairs. The top shaft uses press in bushing instead of poured babbit.The ram guide system is much different, it adjust with 2 through bolts. The pins in the ram are almost always worn out and were cast steel. You will need machinist skills to replace, but it is not bad to do. I think some things are better than LG's. If you need help I'll be glad to share what I know. Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RingingAnvil Posted November 5, 2009 Author Share Posted November 5, 2009 Thank you all. I have decided to grab. I go Saturday to pick it up. Phil i will definitely be in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RingingAnvil Posted November 10, 2009 Author Share Posted November 10, 2009 Had everything arranged but the guy wanted to wait then sold the dang thing to someone else. better luck next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chyancarrek Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 Sorry to hear that SA! I've been the victim of a number of "undercut" sales as well - that kind o' thing usually comes back on the guy that did it. Keep looking - you'll find another when the time is right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RingingAnvil Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 Thanks, i needed to hear that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Dean Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 You came out better by not getting it...dealing with a person who's word is not good is not good. LGs are out there, keep looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vokbulcut Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 I think this is enough ..... I do agree with you. Those are the most effective way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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