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Had to pick between a new anvil or fixing my old truck this month
My 150 pound Trenton has a chipped heel and the repair would cost about $500. The truck needed new brakes, which was almost the same price. I went with the anvil because I have three big draft horse clients lined up for next week and need a solid face. Just finished dressing it down and it's holding a perfect edge now. Anyone else ever put their gear before their ride?
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finleyl392d ago
My neighbor's garage is full of restored tools but his car sits on blocks. People invest in what makes them money, even if it looks odd from the outside. The truck can wait when your work depends on that anvil.
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price.ben2d ago
Good call on the anvil. I welded up a chip on my Hay-Budden last year and it's been solid. Just make sure you keep the heat low and slow to avoid messing up the temper. A cold chisel will tell you if the repair took.
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