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[wkderf]

So the HF 44" box DOES fit underneath a gladiator bench?! I have the 8' bench and got a similar deal from Sears. Not as good but good enough for me. I've been curious about this and every time I am in HF I always forget to measure the height of the bench before I leave to see if it will fit. That's great news. I need more space. My stupid Craftsman 26" triple stack is filled and taking up much needed floor space! Thanks for posting

Steve

yeah, the height of the box is not an issue. the table was able to clear it with room to spare, though i only have about 1/8 of an inch between the top of the box, and the underside of the table. I like the work height of the box, so i wanted to keep it as close to it as possible without touching. The only issue I had fitting the box under the table was due to my gladiator table being the 6ft model as opposed to the 8ft. I had to re-mount the legs just a few inches closer to the edge to be able to have the box & side drawers, but as you can see, it fits like a champ.

 

[shopboy13]

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[f150skidoo]

built this a couple months ago, still need to painter.

 

[elronin]

built this a couple months ago, still need to painter.

Dude I'm gonna steal you design if you don't mind. Do you have any more picks?

 

[7echo]

Dude I'm gonna steal you design if you don't mind. Do you have any more picks?

Me too?

That is a nice, clean, functional design.

 

[Trey T]

f150skidoo: Whats the dimension of that table top and where did get it?

 

[f150skidoo]

Here's a link to my build thread on weldingweb, the top is 30" x 48" 1/2" HR plate and I drilled 5/8" holes so i can use strong hand build pro clamps in my table.

http://weldingweb.com/showthread.php?360821-First-Project-(Welding-Table)&highlight=

 

[elronin]

Here's a link to my build thread on weldingweb, the top is 30" x 48" 1/2" HR plate and I drilled 5/8" holes so i can use strong hand build pro clamps in my table.

http://weldingweb.com/showthread.php?360821-First-Project-(Welding-Table)&highlight=

thanks nice job, looks like alot of work drilling holes on that top....

 

[f150skidoo]

thanks nice job, looks like alot of work drilling holes on that top....

It was a lot more work then i thought it would be. I figure i have 10-12 hours of drilling all those holes, and countless numbers of beers.

 

[GCncsuHD]

and countless numbers of beers.

Ahhh that explains those outliers and wavy lines




kidding.

 

[f150skidoo]

So this weekend I 100% finished my bench.


Instead of ordering the $30 Stronghand inserta clamps I made my own from cheap clamps and 5/8" structural bolts with the thread cut off, which cost me $8 each. I'm amazed on how well these clamps hold on to the table, I tried to pull it out while it was firmly clamping some steel and I was starting to lift the bench off of the ground.

 

[ggoss]

So this weekend I 100% finished my bench.


Instead of ordering the $30 Stronghand inserta clamps I made my own from cheap clamps and 5/8" structural bolts with the thread cut off, which cost me $8 each. I'm amazed on how well these clamps hold on to the table, I tried to pull it out while it was firmly clamping some steel and I was starting to lift the bench off of the ground.

Awesome idea. Might borrow for dogs on my wooden workbench.

 

[HunterMike]

After looking at all the great benches in this thread, I decided it was time to replace my 3/4" plywood bench top and replace with something nicer. Sale at Sears and I ended up with 8' butcher block and 8' stainless, both 1-1-2" thick.

Before:

After:

Still need to caulk around wall, and I want to build some doors around middle shelf, but I like it a lot more than old setup.


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[sdavis622]

After looking at all the great benches in this thread, I decided it was time to replace my 3/4" plywood bench top and replace with something nicer. Sale at Sears and I ended up with 8' butcher block and 8' stainless, both 1-1-2" thick.

Before:

After:

Still need to caulk around wall, and I want to build some doors around middle shelf, but I like it a lot more than old setup.


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Wow. What a difference! Looks great!

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[Yarz]

Definitely an improvement!

 

[NitroSun]

Like the paint job on the vice.

 

[hanly2]

How much did that stainless run you

 

[HunterMike]

Stainless was on sale for 209, butcher block on sale for 135.


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[ins8r1]

my two.

 

[Rossco]

14g galvnised top glued to two 5/8 particle boards with back splash.

 

[weedsnager]

Just finished mine after a two month build

 

[ins8r1]

Wow nice work!

 

[gregp]

Just finished building a workbench around my HF tool chest. Bench top is not attached to the chest but does lightly rest on it (placed wood on chest top to level it off). I change my stuff around to much to make it permanent. Build a little shelf around the storage cabinets. Did a quick painting to blend it all in.

 

[R6 Racer]

Just finished mine after a two month build

That's gorgeous! You sir are a craftsman.

Steve

 

[jostan]

I just got the 2x4 kit today. Can't wait to build it! Are you still happy with it?

 

[jostan]

My space.

Love the jars overhead.

 

[ColinHorgan]

Some great stuff on this! Gives me great ideas thanks guys!

 

[1cargarage]

This is another one of my favorite threads on GJ.

Here is my two piece Frankenbench:

• The right half was gifted to me by my neighbor. He used it at his work, where he welded some heavy duty casters on the bottom, for which I am quite thankful because it brought the surface of the table up to a suitable height.

• The left half was made by yours truly. I made it to the same overall height and depth as the right half (which was acquired first). The milk crates act as drawers for things I often reach for (shop towels, random wood blocks, extension cords, etc.)

• The fridge was a gift also, but works very well. The handle was made from a garage-sale wrench

• The surface is ~0.125" rubber, which has held up surprisingly well. I do not do any welding or metalwork that requires excessive heat in this space, so no problems there.

• I positioned it between my large box and the opposing shelf so that I have some privacy from my neighbors when working on certain things Gun1. Gotta love apartment living.

 

[Trikerider]

Here's my question for all you guys and gals . What is the prefered depth of bench 24" , 30" . Thinking of getting maple butcher block for my top and just can't decide. Any help will be appreciated !

 

[alpinewhite]

Here's my question for all you guys and gals . What is the prefered depth of bench 24" , 30" . Thinking of getting maple butcher block for my top and just can't decide. Any help will be appreciated !

Kitchen counters are 24". There's a reason why so. Use that as a data point.

 

[ewils35]

I have my benches at 32 inches

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[jethro29]

ok, here's a couple pics of mine.my friend built it for me and just showed up one day with it on a trailer,i didn't know he was doing it.pretty good friend I'd say.anyway it is 11 feet six inches long,thirty six inches tall and 30 inches deep.

 

[rshadd]

Here's my steel workbench..



...my wood top workbench.

 

[svtride]

My mobile work benches.

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[WQ59B]

Mine, dimensions:
37" high, double plywood top 1 1/8-in thick.
12-foot long w/ (6) 2x6 legs.
36" deep, plus I have an 8-foot long, 3.5-in x 3.5-in angle iron, 1/4-in thick, bolted to the front edge. This is a fantastic addition: truly level, you can beat on it, clamp to it, ground to it, etc. I cut the 2 ends at about 30-degrees to remove the corners. If I can manage to get it semi-presentable, I'll take a pic.

 

[ColinHorgan]

Here's mine took a couple of days but I'm happy with it and restored the vise and bolted it down, happy days. Only cost 300 in materials and the top is 3/8 thick

 

[sublimate]

Kitchen counters are 24". There's a reason why so. Use that as a data point.

Because little women have short arms?

 

[Kevin54]

Here's my question for all you guys and gals . What is the prefered depth of bench 24" , 30" . Thinking of getting maple butcher block for my top and just can't decide. Any help will be appreciated !

Kitchen counters are 24". There's a reason why so. Use that as a data point.

Because little women have short arms?

It's because you don't have to reach so far for the Bacon that the wife just finished frying!!!!!

 

[jsharpphoto]

Upgraded my two craftsman small bottom chests to the HF44+ side cabinet. I rebuilt the workbench top to accommodate the new stuff, and suspended my hose reel instead or having it mounted below.

Just need to glue the aluminum trim in place.

 

[sdavis622]

Upgraded my two craftsman small bottom chests to the HF44+ side cabinet. I rebuilt the workbench top to accommodate the new stuff, and suspended my hose reel instead or having it mounted below.

Just need to glue the aluminum trim in place.

Very nice. I like the reel under there. I've been thinking about getting the HF 44, I have a birthday coming in June so I'll have to start throwing hints around! Looks great!


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