Big enough channel for the "thanks" button. Clearest build of the same bench I have seen on elsewhere, but I like this one best. Clearest, easiest to progress with.
Thumbs up for not trying to up-charge me for cut plans, Ill be trying this out this afternoon! Edit:Finished it and it’s was harder than it looked in the video but thanks again
Thanks so much for this great video AND the FREE PLANS ! ! ! What a great design. Pneumatic Addict has one that looks identical BUT the want $8.00 for the plans. I have subscribed ! !
Hi, I was about to build this and got all the material today, but for some reason the link to the plans is not working? Can you tell me where to find the cut list and instructions? Thanks!
I was thinking the same thing when I saw how easily it folded. Is there enough space to add small slide latches on the inside of the two panels? That is what I was thinking of doing if I build this bench.
@@lmcsquaredgreendale3223 Just finished building this. I did 2 things to "lock up" the unit during use. First I added blocking at the ends along 24" sides (screwed to the bottom of the bench top panel) to force the base to stay extended. Second I added plywood blocks using 1/4 x 20 bolts, washers and wingnuts that I secure just before putting the top on. They mount to the inside of the top narrow cross piece and the inside top of the wide cross piece. Note inside means the side without the hinges! The bottom narrow cross piece stays locked by itself once the other 2 locks are installed.
Yep, I just came across her video as well. However, you will have to buy her building plans if you need a hard copy of the plans:( but it was a good video. Glad you noticed it too.
Yes! You can see the full how-to steps with dimensions and diagrams here: www.familyhandyman.com/workshop/workbench/saturday-morning-workshop-folding-mobile-workbench/view-all/
Well, if you actually attempt this, you’ll find their materials list is incorrect, you need 32’ of 2x4, not the 24’ listed, which means now I have to go back to Home Depot because I’m 8’ short...
@@alexmendez9380 No you are not. I am building this bench now. Just got to the part where I attach the folding panels. The plans cut list is wrong. I made mine slightly taller at 27.5" so cut the larger plywood panels at 16" which leaves me a 3/4" gap between the panels. Frustrating!
I built this last week. It's a somewhat flawed design that needs further refinements. The straps need additional support which I provided via sash locks and by using 2x4's to support the length of the top in addition to blocks under the table to prevent the top straps from moving. This also prevents the top from sliding out of the frame. Also, forget about building this in 2 to 3 hours. More like 10 hours. Mind you I don't have a table saw or a chop saw, only skill saw.
Great Video, awesome workbench and easy to follow instructions as well on the link. Too bad I hadn't stumbled on your channel earlier, this way I wouldn't have paid $6.25 for the plans on "Pinerest" for the same project. Thanks for sharing.
Has anyone else actually built this using the suggested materials list? I am about to, but my old brain is having an issue. It calls for an 8-foot 1x4. from this, you are supposed to get four 2x27 pieces. Ripping a 1x4 in half yields less than 2 inches and taking 2" from a 1x4 will give you 96" yet you need four 27" pieces which is 108". Think we are safe simply splitting a 1x4, or should we get an extra 1x4 (or 1x3)? Thanks!
Haven't built yet but am going to. 1 X 4 nominal are actually 3/4" X 3-1/2". So looking at the drawing I think ripping them down the middle would give you close 1-11/16" width allowing for the 1/2 of the kerf on each side. Gotta look at function of pieces to see if notch size or edge alignment needs adjusting. As far as 108", I'd get two 1" X 4" X 6' or one 10'. Don't see any reason why 3/4" plywood can't be substituted if 2" width is necessary.
@@raspberrytreacle I built this 3 years ago & used 3/4” plywood for all the folding parts. For the center I used 7 1/2” overall length strap hinges & looks like #10 x 3/4” flat head screws. For attaching to frame I used 3” butt hinges with what appears to be #6 x 3/4” screws. You should use screws appropriate for the hole diameter & countersink in the hinges you use along with the wood thickness. This is a very handy portable work bench. I use a 32 x 52 inch top. I recommend window sash locks for center folding panel rather than hook & eye. They’re more stable. Wish I could include pictures
Great design, but the plans listed on the website have discrepancies. When folded this isn’t that stable. Overall great mobile bench, but definitely would use better plans, this is a subpar copy.
