Great information, as always, and thanks, as always. You've inspired me to dress my flat dies, because they need it, and I think I will have to weld up some less aggressive rounding dies, as your point about your smaller ones is well taken.
@@TyrellKnifeworks One other thing I need to keep in mind using my press is PATIENCE! Part of me wants everything to squish to the desired size the first time, and that just never happens.
Newer log splitters are a disaster waiting to happen as a forge press for many reasons. My press started as a log splitter but nothing is original except the hydraulic pump. It’s been heavily modified. Shorter bigger cylinder, vertically standing, reenforced and thicker support beam, electric motor, etc. I basically built a whole new machine because it wasn’t safe or accurate. I’m really surprised more people haven’t been severally injured by some of the log splitter presses that I’ve seen pictures of.
Fantastic Content, my only complaint is that it's about 4 months to late. I am splitting my fire wood at the moment. Ie have not started modifying it yet. I was thinking it's a great start. Let's re think it all .
Ty Dennis. I'm too scared to try to make one myself so I think I'm having Clark Ironforge make me one he uses upgraded and stronger materials than coal ironworks
Thanks for sharing! I always enjoy what you have to share. I do have one question that i havent been able to find an answer for and maybe you can help. In the pot industry they have things called rosin presses and ive seen several that say they are 8 or more tons and was wondering if you could use it in forging? They are pretty small so im unsure if they actually generate the amount of pressure/force as they claim. Thanks again
Same advice as the log splitter. It's not built to press metal so the frame isn't really as sturdy as you need it. Plus 8-ton isn't very much. You can get a bottle jack that is a 12 ton, but those aren't hydraulic and are very slow. It's not just about the force. Thanks for watching.
Where does everyone source their steel for these? Who typically sells i-beams and the metal needed to make this. My tiny little town doesnt have much options that i can think of 😢
Another question, I also see many DIY presses using 4x4 steel tubing. Is there any pro con to using I-beams instead? Can 4x4 tubing still get enough tonnage to make damascus? I only ask as 4x4 tubing seems to be more available for me to find.
4x4 tube is fine for the structure, but in my opinion it makes creating the head movement more complicated. With ibeam you can use angle to wrap around the ibeam and it locks in place. With tube, you are just blocking it in, if that makes sense. Look at mine in detail (in the overview video) and you’ll see what I mean.
Great info for anyone looking for a press.
Thanks for taking a look!
Great work as always 😃😃
Thanks for tuning in!
I have a 17 ton Clark iron press, and it’s a game changer for sure. Great content as always Dennis! Thank you
Definitely a game changer! Thanks for watching
Great info!! Thank you!
Thanks for watching, David!
Great information, as always, and thanks, as always. You've inspired me to dress my flat dies, because they need it, and I think I will have to weld up some less aggressive rounding dies, as your point about your smaller ones is well taken.
I’m glad it was helpful, Bryson. Thanks for watching
@@TyrellKnifeworks One other thing I need to keep in mind using my press is PATIENCE! Part of me wants everything to squish to the desired size the first time, and that just never happens.
Great video ❤
Thanks for checking it out!
Salam kenal bang cnggih benar mesin nya joss👍👍👍
Terima kasih telah melihatnya!
Newer log splitters are a disaster waiting to happen as a forge press for many reasons. My press started as a log splitter but nothing is original except the hydraulic pump. It’s been heavily modified. Shorter bigger cylinder, vertically standing, reenforced and thicker support beam, electric motor, etc. I basically built a whole new machine because it wasn’t safe or accurate. I’m really surprised more people haven’t been severally injured by some of the log splitter presses that I’ve seen pictures of.
I can’t agree more. I forgot to mention the cylinder piston length on a log splitter is WAY too long. Thanks for watching, Erik!
Muito bom !
Obrigado por assistir!
Fantastic Content, my only complaint is that it's about 4 months to late. I am splitting my fire wood at the moment. Ie have not started modifying it yet. I was thinking it's a great start. Let's re think it all .
I've seen people design it so they can change it between forging and splitting wood as they like
If your main goal is for forging, then get the components or strip them off and start with a new frame. That's my advice. Thanks for watching!
@@TyrellKnifeworks easy to watch when it's full of useful information. Thanks for always sharing
Ty Dennis. I'm too scared to try to make one myself so I think I'm having Clark Ironforge make me one he uses upgraded and stronger materials than coal ironworks
He makes decent presses, but I disagree they are upgraded and stronger than coal’s. Drop me an email and I’ll give you some info.
Thanks for sharing! I always enjoy what you have to share. I do have one question that i havent been able to find an answer for and maybe you can help. In the pot industry they have things called rosin presses and ive seen several that say they are 8 or more tons and was wondering if you could use it in forging? They are pretty small so im unsure if they actually generate the amount of pressure/force as they claim. Thanks again
Same advice as the log splitter. It's not built to press metal so the frame isn't really as sturdy as you need it. Plus 8-ton isn't very much. You can get a bottle jack that is a 12 ton, but those aren't hydraulic and are very slow. It's not just about the force. Thanks for watching.
Oh good! Was hoping you would make a video on this. Can you make a video how to make one😊
I already did an overview video on my current press and talk about its construction. It’s linked in the cards in this video. Thanks for watching, Mark
Where does everyone source their steel for these? Who typically sells i-beams and the metal needed to make this. My tiny little town doesnt have much options that i can think of 😢
Look steel suppliers in your area. There’s likely one not that far away. Thanks for watching.
Another question, I also see many DIY presses using 4x4 steel tubing. Is there any pro con to using I-beams instead? Can 4x4 tubing still get enough tonnage to make damascus? I only ask as 4x4 tubing seems to be more available for me to find.
4x4 tube is fine for the structure, but in my opinion it makes creating the head movement more complicated. With ibeam you can use angle to wrap around the ibeam and it locks in place. With tube, you are just blocking it in, if that makes sense. Look at mine in detail (in the overview video) and you’ll see what I mean.
@@TyrellKnifeworks ah that makes sense! I've been using yours and redbeardops as my two references for building mine.
What size angle iron do you use for your squaring dies. I got 2" but it seems a little big?
I think mine is 1.5”. I need a bigger size as well though. Thanks for watching.
i have a 30 ton hydraulic press with 2hp motor on. The speed is a bit too slow, is there anyway I can fix it?
First check the pump on it. Your only option is a bigger motor and probably a bigger pump. Probably around $300-$400 upgrade. I hope that helps.
Morning
Good morning, Jake! Thanks for watching.
Have you tried using gator piss on it yet?
Gator piss on the press? I’m confused.
@TyrellKnifeworks no, for the mokume.. itll leave the copper bright instead of turning it pink like ferric.