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blazehaze69
06-05-2008, 10:35 AM
I have a 2 1/2 length of railroad track. I'd like to fabricate a stand out of square tubing I have. The track makes an excellent anvil and forming tool. Any ideas on this? (I'm suffering from CRS this morning:))

Thanks...
DSW
06-05-2008, 11:57 AM
Any good anvil needs a stout solid base. My small anvil sits on a post set in about 200lb of concrete and its still not solid enough sometimes. I want it "portable" so I can move it around the shop for storage and bolting it to the floor wasn't practical. The big anvil will eventually go outside when the drive gets done. It will not be moveable with out a lift. I plan on a block weighing 1000lb. 2'x2'x2' soild concrete for my 200lb anvil.
tnjind
06-05-2008, 12:03 PM
I have seen a few anvils mounted on a piece of tree trunk, Nice and stout. Still somewhat portable. The wood will give just enough "bounce".
hankj
06-05-2008, 01:22 PM
What size is the tubing?

An anvil base needs to be strong and stable. If your tubing is large enough (4" or bigger) you could probably get away with a base and top made from heavy plate (1/2" or better). I'd consider filling the tube with as much weight as you can stuff in it before welding on the top plate.

Hank
blazehaze69
06-05-2008, 01:46 PM
Thanks for your ideas. This fabrication will remain stationary and the rail will not be used for heavy duty service.

Thanks again!
monte55
06-05-2008, 04:59 PM
How long is a 2 1/2 length?
Broccoli1
06-05-2008, 05:16 PM
Google Images is your Friend :)

http://www.nctoolco.com/graphicsnc/AnvilStand.jpg


Lookie dat- no Tree Trunk and made outta Tubing

http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&q=anvil+stand&btnG=Search+Images&gbv=2
Broccoli1
06-05-2008, 05:19 PM
How long is a 2 1/2 length?

Half as long as 5
tnjind
06-05-2008, 05:30 PM
Nice looking, laugh if you want( and I'm sure you do), but a large chunck of wood was very common to mount anvils on, when it was more common to have anvils.
Broccoli1
06-05-2008, 05:39 PM
Nice looking, laugh if you want( and I'm sure you do), but a large chunck of wood was very common to mount anvils on, when it was more common to have anvils.

I know but his query for help stated:

"I'd like to fabricate a stand out of square tubing I have."
:)
tnjind
06-05-2008, 05:47 PM
Right you are, no mention of having tree trunks to use, my bad.
Sberry
06-05-2008, 09:03 PM
Combination saw horse anvil, pipe vise holder and other assorted duties.