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Reckn8
05-05-2005, 01:51 PM
I am looking to purchase some new shop tools like a break and and a shear. Can any one point me in the right direction on a web site or company to go with? Phillip
ProdigyCustoms
05-05-2005, 02:30 PM
There is some inexpensive Jet stuff on e bay. Jet is made in Taiwan or somewhere, but really is not bad stuff for casual use or home shop.
astroracer
05-06-2005, 05:39 AM
I'd look into one of the 3 in 1 machines. If this is geared to your own personal use these machines are pretty handy for the price...
http://www.vansantent.com/sheet_metal_machines/Jet_Shear_Brake_Roll.htm
http://www.irvansmith.com/catalog2/parts/enco_3n1_shear_roll_brake.shtml
Reckn8
05-06-2005, 01:20 PM
Thank you for the help. Those 3 in 1's look pretty good.
DLinson
05-10-2005, 07:54 PM
Harbor Freight also sells various types of breaks and sheers and the 3-in-1 tool.
Harbor Freight Link (http://www.harborfreight.com/)
I have the HF 3 in 1 30" model. I got it this past Christmas when it was $100 off. I have used the shear and the brake. I was very impressed. Of course, this is the first piece of sheetmetal equipment like this I have ever used, but the shear made life much easier. The brake allowed me to make bends slightly larger than 90 degrees. I would recommend the unit for a hobbyist like myself.
Ken
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