Introduction: My Diesel Ball Peen Hammer
I made this hammer using a push rod from a diesel engine, a ball bearing, 3/8th steel dowel, and a piece of rubber hose.
Dimensions are ¾” X 2¾” for the business end and roughly 8” X ¾” for the handle.
I cut the rod to size. Then I welded on a ball bearing and ground it down for the bell side of the hammer. I welded the dowel on for a handle and slipped over a piece of rubber hose for grip. To finish it off I beveled the end of the hose.
If your not quite sure what a push rod is, it’s an internal part of an engine between the camshaft and rocker arm. See the link below and scroll down ¾ of the way for more info.
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/camshaft1.htm
It’s my “go to” hammer for my jewelry instructables; five years old and still holding up.
5 Discussions
9 years ago on Introduction
maybe you can make another and show how you make it. I would love to know cause I could use a decent hammer for my jewelry making as well. *sad face*
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
I don't have a welder or spare engine parts lying aroung any more. I've seen good looking hammer at The Home Depot and Lowes. That's where I'd buy one.
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
might have to check it out because I could use a decent hammer with a smooth end.
Lowes is my favorite place in the whole wide world...I'll get lost in there for hours. might not send me there..LOL
9 years ago on Introduction
This is a great idea. I need a little delicate hammer for when I'm not trying to crush things, and the steel makes a good softer end and the ball bearing makes a good hard end. Hope you don't mind if I follow your lead...
9 years ago on Introduction
Well done!
My weldings are horrible. I have a 150 Amps electric welder, but I am too clumsy.