DROP BOX OR WHERE TO FIND PLANS FOR WORKTABLE?

I forgot to say that the table will be for general use, such as putting a Delta planer on top, a small metal slip roll and give me a place to build and assemble various projects.

j/g

Consider getting a solid core door for the top rather than plywood. Also consider doubling 2x4s instead of 4x4s for the posts, they will be more stable. There's a ton of plans out there for benches.

-Kevin

Get 48 feet of 1X6 in 8-foot lengths also. Cut two of the 6 lengths at

Bingo, no plans needed. I had a table like that for a number of years and it was quite useful until I built a proper bench.

Luigi

Thanks, Kevin.

I will use your suggestion of (2) 2 x 4s.

I want a 4 x 8 foot top, still.

Yes, in fact, there are way too many plans. I just thought that someone knew of a few tried-and-true, most desireable plans.

j/b

Thanks, Luigi,

I want a proper bench/table, too. I still want a plywood top, however.

I appreciate your suggestions.

j/b

Get 48 feet of 1X6 in 8-foot lengths also. Cut two of the 6 lengths at

Bingo, no plans needed. I had a table like that for a number of years and it was quite useful until I built a proper bench.

Luigi

Go here and make a few notes on the construction:

The size can be almost anyth> Hi, folks.

Here is a complete plan for the portable table with drop down wheels much like the NYW version but free plans.

Also, take note of the step to build a torsi> Hi, folks.

Okay, Pat. Nothing is free, is it?

I revere Norm, though.

Thanks

j/b

Thanks. Coincidentally, I had come across this plan through Google. I may use the top and stringers but definitely not the legs. I need beefy legs. I am not sure about the caster mechanism. I would rather have locking casters but they are expensive. Nevrtheless, I like the plans.

j/b

Also, take note of the step to build a torsi> Hi, folks.

I had not considered shimmy from a locking caster. You have convinced me to use drop-down casters.

Some suggested that I use 2- 2x4s for each leg, of which I will do, too.

Thanks for your help.

j/b

Cut a rabbit in each 2x4 so that when 2x4's are assembled, you have an interlocking joint at the corner of the leg if you want to increase the strength of the leg.

Lew

BTW, using 1/2 ply for gusset plates to attach legs improves the strength of the top/leg joint tremendously.

Lew

I built the table with the setup like in the NYW plans. In a word it is the NUTS. I have a few friends who have tables with locking casters and the table moves a bit. My table is on solid ground and does not move at all when planing, sawing, sanding, etc. When I want it out of the way I just pick up the side a few inches and the wheels drop down.

Larry C

I also built the NYW version using plywood.

It is quick,easy and fairly cheap.

It is also VERY strong and very stable.

I think that using 2x4's would make it overly heavy and not any better.

I did add a lower shelf which is very handy and makes the table even more stable.

If I made another, I would add a few drawers instead of a open shelf.

Lew, I think that I will bolt the 2 x 4s and I am thinking that will be enough?

Thank you,

j/b

You've sold me, Larry.

I appreciate your ideas.

j/b

Hey, Pat.

I will make it with a lower shelf. However, sometimes, I may have to move it outside and I want BEEF.

Thanks

j/b

Might want to give that some thought.

Lew

One more thing. I learned a while ago to try and make all of my tables, benches, etc for the shop the same height as my table saw, jointer, etc. That way they can double as an outfeed, infeed, comfortable cup holder, etc.