Connecting rod bearings press

[NewportHillClimber]

Ok here is the deal. Im building a press to replace the connecting rod bearings on three piece cranks and was wondering if anyone here has any pics of a press they own to give me some ideas. I can already true a crank but i want to be able to do it all. If anyone has any pics or any ideas that would be great. Thanks.

[gh500]

I just use a standard shop press you just need to turn a arbor long enough to clear the f/w & output shafts & the right size for the pins & putting it back together press the pin in one side then put the rod & bearing other side on & align it up press it a little way then check to make sure it's started true just like you true a crank i try to get with in .005tir it's a lot easier move now & to true the closer you get it then press it together to the specs & re-true & weld

[NewportHillClimber]

thats cool. i have an idea how to do it but i need some ideas on building the press. they cost too much to buy and i have all kinds of metal lying around so i want to build one.