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I dive into my collection of Popular Mechanics Magazines to build something from the distant past! I build an arbor press from scratch using some of my favorite tools. Then, I test it to see if it can press as hard as it claims. I demonstrate stick welding, drilling, and shimming.

Here are the tools I used:

Alligator Pliers
https://fireballtool.com/products/cur...

Mantis Pliers
https://fireballtool.com/mantisgrip...

Shim Kit
https://fireballtool.com/products/40p...

Mega Square
https://fireballtool.com/megasquare/

Monster Square
https://fireballtool.com/monstersquare/

Torch Goggles
https://fireballtool.com/theflysafe...

Cutless Gloves
https://fireballtool.com/majesticlig...

Hex Key Kit
https://fireballtool.com/products/hex...

Torch Cutting Straight Edge
https://amzn.to/3RlQSUP

Drill Bit Set 5/8" 1"
https://www.ebay.com/itm/283638613783...

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