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Old 04-06-2006, 02:30 PM
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plugs on each end to plug the two tables into each other
Yikes! Don't lose track of where those ends are - that could hurt!
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Old 04-06-2006, 02:30 PM
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Definitely go with overhang so you can clamp.

Now that my project is nearing completion, I plan on replacing the top. It was all so nice and perfect on day one. As time goes on, plan on everything imaginable happening to it.

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Old 04-06-2006, 09:21 PM
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Default Tables....

Just don't get too fond of your beautiful table top, if you build it that way. When you start match drilling rudder stiffners, etc., you will be drilling and clecoing INTO THE TABLE TOP / top of the workbench. At least that's the way I was taught, and it works great.
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Old 04-07-2006, 04:50 AM
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Here are a few pics of my shop:







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Old 07-06-2006, 09:39 PM
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A quick addition to this thread...if you plan on building the EAA tables as listed here: http://www.eaa72.org/tech/Table/Table.htm I noticed the dimentions for the lower shelf are incorrect. It should be 33" x 83" to fit as designed. Not a big deal if your cutting the wood yourself (as I did), but if your planning on having it cut on the pannel saw at Home depot or the lumber yard, its something to be aware of.

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Old 07-07-2006, 09:32 AM
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[quote=AX-O]I am building some workbenches this weekend and was wondering what people have found to be the ideal depth dimension.

I decided to build the basic EAA benches, but when I got to Home Depot, I had them crosscut a 3/4" finish grade plywood sheet into a 5' and 3' section. Then I had them rip the 5' piece into two 2' x 5' pieces. I also did the same with a 1/2" sheet for the lower shelves, and I had them do a 4' x 8' sheet of MDF the same way. The MDF makes a cheap, smooth, non-scratching work surface, and when you drill into it, who cares? So, anyway, I ended up with two 24" x 60" benches, which can be put back to back, end to end, etc.. And when the plane starts to expand and things get tight, they will fit up against a wall. Also, you get a bonus 36" x 48" work table!
The best thing- I got everything including twenty-two 2x4x8' studs home from HD in a little Mazda MX-6. One trip, with all windows and hatch closed!
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Old 07-21-2006, 11:44 AM
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Old 07-21-2006, 12:23 PM
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That's a really nice looking shop, Randy!

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Old 07-21-2006, 03:59 PM
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Similar to an earlier comment in this thread, I recommend wheels be a part of any shop fixture. Your shop will need to be frequently reconfigured as the shape of the project changes. When I want a table or tool to stay in one place while in use, I usually install 2 wheels and 2 legs so it will be stable but easily moved like a wheelbarrow.

For instance, I find the DRDT-2 needs different clearance around it depending on the shape of the skin being worked. Mine is on a welded frame with a roughly 3x6 wood top so I have storage room underneath and can turn it to use my other work table as skin support as needed.


I like having the main work bench out from the wall so it is accessible all around. Mine is a 4' x 8' behemoth that has frequently had 4 people working around it at the same time. It's big enough to handle any skin with aplomb.


Hose reel - Get one and install near/above assembly area.

Electric cord reels - Get a couple and install near assembly area


Small (like 24" x 18") rolling table with multiple shelves - I use this for Cleco buckets, rivet trays, and tools that I am using at the moment. This table goes where I go in the shop and is filled for whatever job is underway.
White metal rolling table

Oh yeah, Make sure to relocate 500 miles so you have to set up a new shop 1/2 way though your project!! You will definitely get it right the 2nd time!
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Old 07-21-2006, 10:00 PM
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Default Overhead Tool bench

I made a sloping shelf above the bench for tools.

It was worth it's weight in gold.

The tools were right at hand but out of the way.
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