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Offline dodj

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Shop press
« on: October 14, 2014 - 10:55:52 AM »
A local store has a 10 ton press that you would mount on a workbench. About a 16" opening side to side. Would this be sufficient for things like control arm bushings etc?
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Offline burdar

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Re: Shop press
« Reply #1 on: October 14, 2014 - 11:37:49 AM »
Yes, it would be enough for bushings but I'd go bigger.  I just destroyed my cheap 10 ton press trying to make my trans cooler mounting bracket.  I'd go with at least a 20 ton. :2cents:

Offline AARTA340

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Re: Shop press
« Reply #2 on: October 14, 2014 - 04:19:21 PM »
 :iagree:

I would also go with a floor model. This way if you have an item that is longer than what you would normally need to press, the bench model may restrict the use. :2cents: