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Build Your Own Tools

Forges

Building a propane forge
Zoeller forge
Brake drum forge
Just a Box of Dirt (JABOD)
Wayne Coe’s ribbon burner build guide\

Ovens

Heat treat oven
Heat treat kiln

Grinders

DIY 2x72 grinder | Motor info

Hammers

Ray Clontz tire hammer, designed by Clay Spencer

Tool mounting

Tool mounting help guide (includes power hammers, grinders, lathes, etc)
Large chunk of round steel mount

Updated on 03 Dec 2022

How To: Line a Gas Forge Vendors

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