MB - Hand Crank

oldtrukluvr · Posted: Fri Jun 19, 2009 3:27 pm Post subject: MB - Hand Crank

I'm looking for some closeup pictures of the end of a hand crank that fits a Willys MB engine so I can reproduce one.
I have a couple old Hobart welders that are Willys powered and I'd like to be able to crank start them for nostalgia.
Can send large pictures direct to oldtrukluvr@twcny.rr.com

Thanks & best regards,
Doug

oldtrukluvr · Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 6:01 am Post subject:

Close to a week & no takers huh? ..no worry, I found what I needed. Very Happy

Here's a link below to a picture of an original Willys crank.
That's about what I was figuring the end would look like.
The angle cut in the end is shaped to force the crank out away from the engine when it fires. My application won't require it to be so long.
This will be easy to duplicate in my shop, I'll make one this week and post a picture if anyone is interested.
http://data5.blog.de/media/581/2833581_5d81c417ea_l.jpg

Pictures of my willys powered Hobart welder can be seen here: http://www.cnyara.com/welders/Hobart-5CW/index.html

BCNU - doug
kc2pcr

GIJOE290 · Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 7:31 am Post subject:

Nice restoration on the welder! Cool

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oldtrukluvr · Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 3:44 pm Post subject:

Thanks GIJOE!
No problem making a sturdy hand crank today, I used the lug wrench from a 95 f-250, trimmed it down & made the proper bends, then machined the hub out of an old 13/16 1/2" drive impact socket, once that was sized properly I cross drilled the end to fit the crank pin and then shaped the kicker with a die grinder using a 3/8 dia cylindrical grinding bit.
Tested it out & works a treat starting the old Hobart's.
40+ years ago I used to start my fathers Lincoln welder.
Hand cranking the Willys today brought back fond memories of a time long since past.

BCNU doug
KC2PCR

C15TA · Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 6:53 pm Post subject:

Great job on the welder Doug. I have a couple of Jeep powered generators that I hope turn out half as nice if I ever get around to restoring them.
Barry

oldtrukluvr · Posted: Wed Jun 24, 2009 6:33 am Post subject:

Thank you Barry,
I didn't know anyone made Willys powered generators?
How big in kva are they? Would you post some pictures & model information or email to me?
I'd like to see what they look like and then if possible hunt one down especially if they are 5 or 6k or bigger.
A Willys powered generator sounds like a fun project & would be a useful tool to have around.
Take Care - doug

Summer is in full swing Very Happy

Ryan_Miller · Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 7:58 pm Post subject:

Cool welding setup and generator.

Thanks for posting the info and photos. Cool

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C15TA · Posted: Sun Jun 28, 2009 5:03 pm Post subject:

Hi Doug
Here is the first one. It is actually 24V and was used by DeHavilland Aircraft at Downsview in Toronto. It was used for starting aircraft I would assume. It has 9 inch tires and if anyone knows a source I would appreciate it. The voltmeter goes up to 50V.
Barry

C15TA · Posted: Sun Jun 28, 2009 5:22 pm Post subject:

Doug, here is the gauge panel for that one. It has been sitting outside for years and since I got it I have been soaking the hinges. Today was the first time I was able to get the doors open. Surprised

Barry

C15TA · Posted: Sun Jun 28, 2009 5:42 pm Post subject:

Doug, here is the last one for today. I will get you the specs on this one another day. I have 2 like this one but the other one doesn't have the generator. Mad

You and I only live about 2 1/2 hours from each other.
Cheers,
Barry


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