SilentForge Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 Hi guys, I recently acquire a buffalo forge post drill as a restoration project. All the gears and such are in good condition only the drill shaft doesnt want to rotate, what do you guys suggest is the best thing i can do to knock it loose without breaking the cast frame? Damian Stil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedefiddle Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 Good Morning, Put it in a tank/container of Diesel fuel. Keep a lid on to curtail evaporation. Leave is soak for a few days before trying to move the shaft. There are other penetrating fluids, but they are VERY MUCH a fire hazard. Neil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maple smith Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 Do you have a product called Kroil over there? I have used it to loosen a few stubborn things in the past. When I have something that needs a penetrant, I spray some Kroil on it every day or 2 for as many times as it requires until it moves easily, I do not force it. Remove the excess when you take it apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 If you can't get Kroil a 50/50 mix of acetone and dexron automatic transmission fluid will work just as well. Like maple smith said apply the mix and let it sit for a few days keeping it moist then gently try & move it back & forth but don't hammer or force it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentForge Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share Posted October 8, 2019 Thanks for the reply's! I bought a Kroil look a like and its loose now! she works like a charm so thanks a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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