Build a Shoeing Stock
by Joe Want

A shoeing stock is a great tool for working with mules and horses, especially those with issues, but is not a substitute for working with your animals on a regular basis. To make a shoeing stock of pipe, you’ll need the following tools and materials:

Tools: “Tubemiter” software (free) Cutting Torch Welder Angle Grinder Square

Materials: Pipe 110 ft. 3.5in (od) 15 ft. 3in (od)–for “male” part of “slip joint”) Chain 70 ft. Planks or 1″ plywood Enough to cover floor

 

Build a Shoeing Stock: Sides

First make the sides. You will need two of these units. During initial assembly, hold pieces in place with 4 tack welds at each joint. After tacking at locations 1 & 2, use the top and bottom rail as guides for welding the male portion of the slip joint to the rear vertical post. Unit must lay flat with no twist, and corners must be square. Red lines represent fishmouth cuts.

 

 

Place the six joints (blue) between the above side panels, then tack in place. Rotate the structure to an upright position.