Outlawmws
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You even got 2 of the extra clamps for it Go price those out...
Black & Decker Workmate
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McBrownie
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McBrownie
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Take a look at this WorkMate accessory:
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/tls/5594145263.html
This is a vintage Black & Decker WORK WHEEL power stripper & sander complete with mounting bracket for a B & D Workmate, Instruction Manual, flap wheel with extra abrasive sand paper and original box. The extra sanding disc pad needs a new cushion, but otherwise in excellent shape.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/tls/5594145263.html
This is a vintage Black & Decker WORK WHEEL power stripper & sander complete with mounting bracket for a B & D Workmate, Instruction Manual, flap wheel with extra abrasive sand paper and original box. The extra sanding disc pad needs a new cushion, but otherwise in excellent shape.
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taumac
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There's a lot of rust on this old Type 7, but I couldn't leave it behind for $5.00. It'll be good for parts.
Blue Frog
Parts??? I would use the hell out of that damn thing.
Blue Frog
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Blue Frog
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It's the only one I've seen like that - looking down between the wooden jaws, it's on the inside left cross member.
Outlawmws
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I can't imagine a reason to bench mount that sucker, and still have it safe to use... 
McBrownie
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It was the '70's. They were different times...
By the way, I'm using the heck out of my workmates this Memorial Day weekend. Building a new workbench in the garage.
oldmxracer
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There's a lot of rust on this old Type 7, but I couldn't leave it behind for $5.00. It'll be good for parts.
Blue Frog
You did real good, damn why can't I find those deals !
McBrownie
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Action photo!
Gluing up legs for a new workbench on an old blue aluminum frame.
Blue Frog,
My son grabbed this one on his way home from Miami U. I still appreciate your offer for one in Columbus.
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Gluing up legs for a new workbench on an old blue aluminum frame.
Blue Frog,
My son grabbed this one on his way home from Miami U. I still appreciate your offer for one in Columbus.
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fartymarty
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A while back I posted the below quote in the thread "What did you do "IN" your garage today?". I wasn't aware of this thread until Outlawmws informed me of it's existence.
I now have the photos. I also installed the new rubbers. The old ones were not worn out but rather half missing because they would fall off and I'd lose them during a project. I applied double stick tape to the inside of the new ones and one pop rivet in each so hopefully these will stick around a while.
I also cut a board to fit in the tool tray and attached a couple of spacer blocks so I can "open" the front jaw into it to create a pencil ledge for when I use the workmate as a drafting table.
In the things I wish I'd done different/going to be fixed one day department. The fixed castors are going to be replaced with swivel castors. The fixed castors would be fine if I was traveling long distances, like through an airport or from a truck to a job site. However my workmate just gets moved around the garage or out to the driveway most of the time. So the ability to move it in any direction would be an advantage. Now that it has a dedicated storage slot, it would be nice to be able to wheel it sideways into that slot instead of lifting it in.
I now have the photos. I also installed the new rubbers. The old ones were not worn out but rather half missing because they would fall off and I'd lose them during a project. I applied double stick tape to the inside of the new ones and one pop rivet in each so hopefully these will stick around a while.
I also cut a board to fit in the tool tray and attached a couple of spacer blocks so I can "open" the front jaw into it to create a pencil ledge for when I use the workmate as a drafting table.
In the things I wish I'd done different/going to be fixed one day department. The fixed castors are going to be replaced with swivel castors. The fixed castors would be fine if I was traveling long distances, like through an airport or from a truck to a job site. However my workmate just gets moved around the garage or out to the driveway most of the time. So the ability to move it in any direction would be an advantage. Now that it has a dedicated storage slot, it would be nice to be able to wheel it sideways into that slot instead of lifting it in.
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Outlawmws
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Thats awesome! I never thought of using one for a drawing board!
McBrownie
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Teammates! Got the top for my new workbench glued up this weekend. Doing this without a pair of Workmates would have been a real pain.
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Spdstr280Z
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After reading a few threads like this one a while back, I had been on the look out for an older Workmate. I hadn't had any luck so far, but on the way home today there was one on the side of the road with a "free" sign stuck to it. It is now in my garage. It is a 225 Type 2, and overall seems solid. The fiberboard top is swollen and worthless, and the cranks and accessories are missing, but the frame, feet, gears, belt, springs, etc. all seem good. Looks like the parts I need are available cheap, and the price was right...
Just thought I would share,
Jason
Just thought I would share,
Jason
captain14
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Outlawmws
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cool find! Can you share some pics before, during and after?
Spdstr280Z
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Well, if you guys are going to MAKE me go out to the garage again... <grin>
As found, haven't even dusted it off yet. Not much to look at, and I would never have thought twice about it if not for all the positive threads on these things.
Can't quite read the date, maybe 9/87 ?
Not an original alloy version or anything, but for a side of the road freebie...
Jason
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As found, haven't even dusted it off yet. Not much to look at, and I would never have thought twice about it if not for all the positive threads on these things.
Can't quite read the date, maybe 9/87 ?
Not an original alloy version or anything, but for a side of the road freebie...
Jason
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captain14
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You are saving it from the landfill.
jimgood
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Spdstr, that was basically the condition the top was in on mine (actually mine was way worse). It's really easy to replace the tops with any material you want. I used some oak boards reclaimed from my barn. Just pay attention to the hole spacing and depth. And get a set of Forstner bits, if you don't have them, to drill the flat bottomed holes.
McBrownie
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Jim and Spdstr,
Keep in mind that Workmate holes are 20mm, not 3/4". It doesn't really matter unless you buy B&D Workmate "dogs" or an accessory like a Gripmate.
Outlawmws
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so 25/32 should also do the trick. 
elguappo
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Has anyone figured out a DIY replacement for the leg catch?
One of my workmates has all 4 broken, and replacign them would cost more than I paid for the entire Workmate!
One of my workmates has all 4 broken, and replacign them would cost more than I paid for the entire Workmate!
Outlawmws
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that pic says E-replacements- did you try B&D directly?
http://servicenet.blackanddecker.com/Products/Detail?isId=true&productNumber=WM225&selectedType=6297
http://servicenet.blackanddecker.com/Products/Detail?isId=true&productNumber=WM225&selectedType=6297
taumac
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Well, if you guys are going to MAKE me go out to the garage again... <grin>
As found, haven't even dusted it off yet. Not much to look at, and I would never have thought twice about it if not for all the positive threads on these things.
Can't quite read the date, maybe 9/87 ?
Not an original alloy version or anything, but for a side of the road freebie...
Jason
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It's a nice find and sure giving it a second life. I found 2 left for dead. One I still have one and other gave to friend to make portable welding table out of. They are great tables.
McBrownie
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Has anyone figured out a DIY replacement for the leg catch?
One of my workmates has all 4 broken, and replacign them would cost more than I paid for the entire Workmate!
I think you found it at E-replacements, unless you go to B&D directly as Outlaw suggested. Keep them greased up and they'll last a long time.
elguappo
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I know where I can buy a retail part, that's not the issue.
I was hoping someone had figured out something cool/simple/elegant as a DIY solution that wasn't $5/corner.
I was hoping someone had figured out something cool/simple/elegant as a DIY solution that wasn't $5/corner.
Outlawmws
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Well, that would be for find another that isn't broken for well under $20...
Surprised at the lack of love for the WM 125 here. I own that and the 225. Whenever I have something to do, I always ask myself first if I can use the 125. Why? Because it's portable, light, you can reposition with one hand and don't need to bend over twice to set it up.
Can't say I've sat a car engine on it, but I abuse it plenty. I even use it as my welding table. No special top, just clamp to bamboo and weld and blow out the flames ;-)
Still love the 225, but not as in a hurry to heap that kind of abuse on it.
Can't say I've sat a car engine on it, but I abuse it plenty. I even use it as my welding table. No special top, just clamp to bamboo and weld and blow out the flames ;-)
Still love the 225, but not as in a hurry to heap that kind of abuse on it.
Outlawmws
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I just don't care for any of the "tv tray" type of WM or WM wannabes...elguappo
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Well, that would be for find another that isn't broken for well under $20...
I have several others that aren't broken. I've based my entire garage work environment on Workmates.
I have 3 225, 1 425 & 1 125.
I'll see if I can figure out either some sheet metal or wooden blocks to stand in for the broken plastic.
Outlawmws
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Keep in mind the plastic ones break because they are expected to flex and act as a tensioner. If not lubed the sliding action is what breaks them.
Something to consider for your re-design.
Something to consider for your re-design.
Here's something I figured out. I think.
I have a 79-001 type 4 or 5 (it's a transitional model) that has the metal spring thing to snap the leg in place.
I also have a 79-001 type 8 (for sure). This one has nothing to hold the leg in place. I think that the way they designed it is that the hinge pin is stressed or bent, so as to put tension on the hinge and not let the leg flop around.
Maybe, that by just bending the hinge pins slightly, you can put enough tension on the leg to make it stay where it's put. That way you might not need the plastic tensioners.
You got to experiment, because this is only speculation.
C
I have a 79-001 type 4 or 5 (it's a transitional model) that has the metal spring thing to snap the leg in place.
I also have a 79-001 type 8 (for sure). This one has nothing to hold the leg in place. I think that the way they designed it is that the hinge pin is stressed or bent, so as to put tension on the hinge and not let the leg flop around.
Maybe, that by just bending the hinge pins slightly, you can put enough tension on the leg to make it stay where it's put. That way you might not need the plastic tensioners.
You got to experiment, because this is only speculation.
C
Blue Frog
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I found this little jewel in a clean-out box from an estate sale. LOML just couldn't understand why I was somewhat excited. Yes, I've had the part that fits into the rectangular hole for some time now!
Blue Frog
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Moose97
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Always interesting when an old thread pops up. Bought my Workmate sometime in '94 or'95. I've used it hundreds of times for hundreds of projects! It's a great 2nd set of hands.
Love my Workmates, but don't understand their insistence on keeping them at a backbreaking 30". For all-day projects, I put the workmate on two right-sized 2x4s and secure with 3 inch screws thru the feet. Exploring ways to make spacers, or even easily removable 2x6 jaws to add a few more inches.
BTW-once again, it did all that i asked.
BTW-once again, it did all that i asked.
Outlawmws
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I guess to some of us, 30" isn't back breaking...
elguappo
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I think it would be easier to make spacers between the top and rails.
This is something I've also considered.
This is something I've also considered.
Outlawmws
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That could put a lot of cantilever pressure on the clamping mechanism if you are talking about spacing the jaws up.
2 X 4s like shown, or 4 X 4's with stretchers between (to keep them from toppling in the case of the 4 X 4's) maybe with small pockets for the feet would be my thought if I needed that height.
2 X 4s like shown, or 4 X 4's with stretchers between (to keep them from toppling in the case of the 4 X 4's) maybe with small pockets for the feet would be my thought if I needed that height.
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elguappo
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My only issues with adding extra pieces to the base, is that it takes away one of the benefits of the Workmate, that being an all in 1 package.
I agree that adding taller spacers between the rails and jaws could make it unhappy, but its worth a shot.
I agree that adding taller spacers between the rails and jaws could make it unhappy, but its worth a shot.