I have access to a late 70's model Lucas Horizontal Boring Machine. This machine probably weighs in at 20 Tons. It is as large as three Cargo Vans. It has two huge Electrical boxes filled with copper/ brass, Transformers and other assorted goodies, all of which I know how to dismantle and haul away. However, The large Verticle tower and the double large machine base are both made of cast iron, which is hollow inside, but the walls are about 2 inches thick.

The condition for me getting the machine for scrap is, if I take any of it, I must take it all. Now, I do not want to hire a machine moving company or a transport carrier to haul it for me, so, I have to be able to break it down small enough for my beat up Ford to transport it about 20 miles to the scrap yard.

I am looking for any advise on how to break down the tower and base so that I my transport it legally and safely. I know that cast iron breaks fairly easily, However, I am talking about 2" thick cast iron walls on the base and tower.

For a picture of this machine, look into google images for a Lucas 72" x 48" x 40" Boring Machine. Sorry but I could not get a picture to upload. Thanks in advance for any help on this matter.