Anyone identify these two

[Arron]

These are probably not got much to do with wood, but maybe someone here will know what they are. We found these two items when cleaning out my father-in-laws shed. Anyone know what they are.

cheers
Arron

[wheelinround]

One on the right is chain tie down truckies use them or repair industry

The other I recall seeing with a round punch set up for doing break linings but not with the type of heads it has could be that they should be the same direction this could make it a nibbler or metal forming tool

[Claw Hama]

Yep Rays on the money with the chain puller the other may even be some sort of home made chain cutter, top or bottom jaw may be facing the wrong way. What did the old boy do?

[Arron]

He was a driver for Telstra.

Thanks for the id on the chain puller. Anyone want it, or should I just chuck it out ?

I'm quite intriqued by the punch/press thingee and think I could make something useful out of that.

cheers
Arron

[joe greiner]

Another name for the "chain puller" is "load binder." With the chain almost tight, flipping it goes over-center to lock position. Very much like vise-grip pliers, but bigger. Google is your friend.

"Just chuck it out?" Are you kidding? No way.:oo:

Cheers,
Joe

[A Duke]

You are right and wrong on the chain puller. It is a fence or wire strainer what is missing is a chain with 2 inter locking hooks that grip the wire then it pulls the chain which strains the wire. So I supose you are right that bit is a chain puller. (no good in the little room)
Regards,

[Wood en I]

The first one I think is a Roof tile cutter. The other is called a Dog they are used with chain to secure a load, (They are normaly called Dog and chains) I used them for many years in the transport industry.

Cheers Warren.

[Manuka Jock]

You are right and wrong on the chain puller. It is a fence or wire strainer what is missing is a chain with 2 inter locking hooks that grip the wire then it pulls the chain which strains the wire. So I supose you are right that bit is a chain puller. (no good in the little room)
Regards,
Some fencing wire strainers are similar in principle , and yes the hook system is different.
There are also Clamp Strainers (http://www.mcarthur-group.com/images/cyclone/hayes/Hayes%20Clamp%20Strainer.jpg)

But I reckon that the ones in the photo up top are chain pullers for cargo loads

[lonesomebob]

The thing with the punch action,could be for punching nail holes in slate roofing. Bob

[Arron]

The size and shape is about right for cutting roof tiles - and I found this which looks like the modern version
Roof Tile Cutters at Kwik Split (http://www.kwiksplit.co.uk/acatalog/Roof_Tile_Cutters.html)

His house had a concrete tile roof and he did build an extension on it himself - many years ago - about the time most roofers were upgrading to electric saws, so he probably borrowed this and never gave it back.

cheers and thanks for the help
Arron

[seanz]

He was a driver for Telstra.



Probably carted poles, which would explain the chain-dog. Keep it, you might not have a use for it but having one of your grandfathers tools-of-trade is pretty cool.

[acmegridley]

Got a load of timber for a raised garden bed delivered 3.6 200x50s, load was secured with those thick webbing straps when the driver threw them over his remaining load was trying to be helpful and straightened out his straps he told me that any twist in straps incurs $70 penalty and thats for every twist not the whole load.Dont make things easy for truckies do they?.:(

[Wood en I]

Roof Tile Cutters at Kwik Split (http://www.kwiksplit.co.uk/acatalog/Roof_Tile_Cutters.html)

His house had a concrete tile roof and he did build an extension on it himself - many years ago - about the time most roofers were upgrading to electric saws, so he probably borrowed this and never gave it back.

cheers and thanks for the help
Arron



Arron Roof tilers still use them today - much faster than using a electric saw as they use the cutter on the roof when tiling.

Cheers Warren

[joe greiner]

Got a load of timber for a raised garden bed delivered 3.6 200x50s, load was secured with those thick webbing straps when the driver threw them over his remaining load was trying to be helpful and straightened out his straps he told me that any twist in straps incurs $70 penalty and thats for every twist not the whole load.Dont make things easy for truckies do they?.:(
Huh:?

Is the penalty for adding a twist or removing a twist? A couple twists are actually beneficial, because they reduce flutter and vibration, thus extending fatigue life of the straps. If the regulations prohibit twists, they need to be revised to conform with aerodynamic research and common sense.

Many auto antenna masts, as well as most tall metal chimneys and such, now have helical strakes for the same reason.

Cheers,
Joe

[Arron]

Thanks for all the help guys. As usual, this site comes good.

Anyone want the chain pullers (freebie) let me know. I'll modify the roof tile cutter to make a quick-action timber cutter or punch.

cheers
Arron