Got a good deal on a 50 ton press...but had to un-shorten it.

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I picked up this Ramco 50 ton press for $200, but the guy shortened the legs to get it into a small shed.  Looked like some drunken sawzall-ing.  He still had the pieces, so I welded them on before I even unloaded it from the truck.And after I unloaded it, I realized I had broke the pressure relief knob So I made another one out of stainless.
Reply:very nice, looks just like mine. I got mine for $100 plus a couple hours helping an old lady price all her late husbands tools for garage sale.Dynasty 200DXPassport plus w/ spoolmate 100victor 315c oxy/(act and prop)Miller digital elitemilwaukee power tools
Reply:You're going to want some kind of knurling on that knob...There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:Yea, I actually plan on making/buying a bigger knob out of aluminum.  The stock I had was only ~1".  Even with knurling it wouldn't be enough leverage.
Reply:That was a good price. I paid $350 for this Carolina which looks identical.