My Tool Bench. Phase by Phase "James1983"

[James1983]

Hello all,

I have just started building my bench. I will be posting phase pictures as it gets built and as I add on features like drawers and shelving.
Frame is made from western red cedar, the top once I build it will be made of maple 3/4 plywood.

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[willofiam]

That will be nice when you get er done!!! cant wait to see it, take a look at the bench top I made, to me it is very handy and easy to organize, right Paul. maybe, James, there are some ideas there for you?? Have fun. William

[James1983]

Just added the maple ply top and screw plugs for a nice flat surface.

Next i will be staining or just adding a clear coat for the ply top.

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[Bob Tascione]

Looks sturdy James...keep the pics coming!!!
Bob

[Arutha]

Nice going James, I was a cheap skate and opted for a large desk that someone was giving away, I can be a bit lazy and very cheap Yours is looking very nice, you just cant beat having something purpose built.
Good luck with it and keep us posted.
Paul.

[James1983]

Got my edge on now and new tool boxes.

Also I included a pic of the lathe i just picked up..kinda in pieces but i am fixing it up. will upload a pic of it finished.

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[willofiam]

Looking good!!!!!! cant wait to see the lathe set up, sounds like you got a nice deal William

[James1983]

My lathe is DONE! got a replacement tailstock off ebay. it fits and is as centre as its getting.

Motor is kinda slow. only 1500 rpm. new one already on order with a foot pedal.

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[Arutha]

That looks beautiful James, you should be very pleased with yourself. Now your next job is to find me one that nice
Paul.

[Bob Tascione]

Good looking setup James!!
Bob