[TheForge] Ring Rollers was harbor freight

Tue Nov 19 11:12:00 2002

The Aussie unit's max capacity is "only" 1/2" by 2" or 1" square tubing.
Based on current exchange rate it is selling for $638.07 including freight from Australia!!! Check out their web site. They have other metalworking toys, including the hotly debated compact bending tool like the Shop Outfitters unit, only it seems a little tougher. They also make a candle drip pan press, a plate brake, etc.

http://www.metalcraftus.com/

Ray Miller

> 
> From: "P. McComb" <[email protected]>
> Date: 2002/11/19 Tue AM 11:00:02 EST
> To: <[email protected]>
> Subject: RE: Re: [TheForge] harbor freight
> 
> Original Message
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> I have to go along with Dan. I have had a Shop Outfitters bender for
> something like 6 years and only just recently mounted it when I have a bunch
> of repetitive bends to make. The "machine" that I would really value would
> be a good old fashioned tire roller. You know, the ones used to roll the
> iron bands for wagon wheels. Shop Outfitter's ring roller is too wimpy in my
> estimation, especially for the $700 they ask for it. I am seriously looking
> at buying a ring roller from Australia!!! I found a nice heavy duty unit
> that is fairly affordable including shipping!!!
> ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
> Have you tried the Moscow Carriage Company?  They sell tire roller, I've
> included the web page and description from their site.  How does this price
> compare to the Ausie price?  If the Ausies are cheaper, where do the rest of
> us buy them!!!!
> 
> 
> http://www.palouse.net/mcctwigg/equiphot.htm
> 
> The basic tire roller will roll tires up to 1/2" by 4" flat without too much
> effort. If you want to be able to roll rings for hubs, i.e.. diameters down
> to 4", then order the add-on ring rollers. If you will be rolling stock
> heavier than 1/2" by 4", I recommend you order your roller with a gear
> reduction and jack shaft. Basic roller, $800. Ring rollers, $50. Gear
> reduction and jack shaft, $100.
> 
> 
> Paul McComb
> Fat Raccoon Forge
> London, Ontario
> [email protected]
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