Todays shop time.

[dragoneggs]

^^^^ very nice, looks handy.

Thanks... this afternoon I got busy with the drill press table top. I bought a Woodpecker precision top but the increased table size interferes with the lift handle. Came up with a maybe brilliant solution at least in my mind. I wanted to be able to remove it quickly without threaded fasteners. Built a box that snugly fits over the cast table...



This elevates the surface and allows the crank handle to clear... well sort of... got to make a slight chamfer



My goal was not to hard fasten the box to the existing table, or the woodworking table to the box, so I created hardwood slides allowing me to move the table fore/aft as well as being able to swing it side to side thus utilizing more of the sacrificial inset backing plate.



This cubby hole is begging for a pull out low profile drawer... stay tuned!

The sliding table and sliding fence allow me to set zeros by multiple means. I think I have created a precision drill press table for woodworking that can come off quick simply by lifting it off the existing cast table for metal work.



Still need to do some finishing, maybe edge banding or white paint to match the table top and make a pull out tray I think.

 

[downsizingnow48]

Never heard of Woodpecker, just looked at the website. Lots of useful things $$$.

 

[Big Barn]

Pretty friggin’ nice design and build, dragon!

 

[downsizingnow48]

Table saw week here.

I got this Delta contractor saw 25 years ago with unifence and right side extension. At the time it was really more than I could afford, but it has been a wonderful saw and done a heck of a lot of work. Years ago I put it on a mobile base made from 2 2x6's and 6 HF casters. I always used a block of wood to keep it in one place, but this week made a couple of screw lifts that work better. Photo 1.

For a long time I had a Craftsman tool chest on the right side for odds and ends, but shifted that to another use. So this week I made a simple cabinet out of stuff laying around. Full extension heavy duty slides. For my own stuff I just butt the pieces together and fasten with an air stapler and wood glue. I have cabinets made that way 30 years ago and used every day. Photo 2.

The original guard/splitter assembly was a nuisance, so I used it without for over 3 decades. No incidents of any kind. But now I guess I am more careful. I made a splitter out of 1/16" mild steel that works perfect. Photo 3. Thinking about making a guard now.

Over the years I've used various outfeed tables and roller stands but decided to make an outfeed extension. Looking for ideas on the web, I found an original new-in-box Delta outfeed kit for sale. For $50 and free shipping. Laying around in a warehouse for a long time I guess. Photo 4, 5, 6.

 

[Big Barn]

Never heard of Woodpecker, just looked at the website. Lots of useful things $$$.

Same here. I just took Mark off my “help the needy” list.

 

[lostcreekranch]

Table saw week here.

I got this Delta contractor saw 35 years ago with unifence and right side extension. At the time it was really more than I could afford, but it has been a wonderful saw and done a heck of a lot of work. Years ago I put it on a mobile base made from 2 2x6's and 6 HF casters. I always used a block of wood to keep it in one place, but this week made a couple of screw lifts that work better. Photo 1.

For a long time I had a Craftsman tool chest on the right side for odds and ends, but shifted that to another use. So this week I made a simple cabinet out of stuff laying around. Full extension heavy duty slides. For my own stuff I dont bother with fancy joinery, just butt the pieces together and fasten with an air stapler and wood glue. I have cabinets made that way 30 years ago and used every day. Photo 2.

The original guard/splitter assembly was a nuisance, so I used it without for over 3 decades. No incidents of any kind. But now I guess I am more careful. I made a splitter out of 1/16" mild steel that works perfect. Photo 3. Thinking about making a guard now.

Over the years I've used various outfeed tables and roller stands but decided to make an outfeed extension. Looking for ideas on the web, I found an original new-in-box Delta outfeed kit for sale. For $50 and free shipping. Laying around in a warehouse for a long time I guess. Photo 4, 5, 6.

Very nice build!

 

[dragoneggs]

Same here. I just took Mark off my “help the needy” list.

They are expensive... I don't buy/have any of their other stuff but the table I could resist. I weighed that vs making my own from Rockler or Kreg hardware and decided to splurge on this one since the new drill press deserved it.

 

[bigtiller]

I like it! Especially the thumb holes for the sacrificial inset backing plate. I just made a 3" square hole for mine and remove it with the shop vac. But I am going to dig out the forstner bits and make a couple thumb holes on mine.

 

[BukitCase]

Pat, I scored one of these


HTC ***-138 Outfeed Roller System For Table Saws - Infeed Outfeed Roller Tables - Amazon.com

last year on CL for $40, brand new; owner's Unisaw took a dump before he mounted the extension and he scrapped the whole idea, just wanted the extension out of his basement.

The downside - someday installing it on my PM66 may make it to the top of the project list ... Steve

 

[downsizingnow48]

My goodness that is a major score. Absolute Cadillac of outfeed tables.

 

[Sawyer Rob]

There's something you don't often hear of often, a Unisaw taking a dump!

They are about as reliable as a saw can be!

SR

 

[BukitCase]

Pat - right, as evidenced by the usual price

Rob, that was absolutely the shortest version of the PO's story - only REAL problem with the saw itself was a seized motor - the "paul harvey" version included an acrimonious divorce, custody battle, copious quantities of horses and goats, relocation, etc - by the time I listened to the whole thing, I was amazed that the man could utter one coherent sentence

In fact, if I didn't already have the PM66 AND a vintage 12" craftsman table saw I could've come home with the Unisaw (short table, no extensions) and STILL been under $100 (plus cost of a motor) - betting somebody else got lucky... Steve

 

[downsizingnow48]

I should pay more attention to Craigslist but don't have the patience to sort through the junk and the miserable photos.

 

[Gordon Gould]

I should pay more attention to Craigslist but don't have the patience to sort through the junk and the miserable photos.

Me too - and then you have to be the first one to see it.

gg

 

[Sawyer Rob]

In fact, if I didn't already have the PM66 AND a vintage 12" craftsman table saw I could've come home with the Unisaw (short table, no extensions) and STILL been under $100 (plus cost of a motor) - betting somebody else got lucky... Steve

I have two Unisaws and a Huss, I LOVE my Unisaws!!

I bought one new and I paid $100.00 for the second one, both still work like new.

SR

 

[dragoneggs]

Pat, I scored one of these
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HTC ***-138 Outfeed Roller System For Table Saws - Infeed Outfeed Roller Tables - Amazon.com

last year on CL for $40, brand new; owner's Unisaw took a dump before he mounted the extension and he scrapped the whole idea, just wanted the extension out of his basement.

The downside - someday installing it on my PM66 may make it to the top of the project list ... Steve

WOW! Exactly what I could use on my Unisaw... and it folds down for storage... perfect! Let me know if it doesn't make it to the top of your list. I will drive down, pick it up and triple your money!

 

[dragoneggs]

Surprised there aren't more posts here due to quarantining... I know I am getting a lot of shop time in lately.

Finally added hot/cold running water and a nice deep stainless steel sink w/ custom cabinet. Decided to match my drill press cabinet that I park next to sink when not in use. My homemade tablesaw sled with miter attachment came in handy in wrapping the drawer fronts with walnut.

 

[downsizingnow48]

Yep me too. And it is raining also. Got the tablesaw chores out of the way, now finally replacing the last of the fluorescent fixtures with LEDs. I get a lot of use out of the old HF rolling scaffold but these days I add safety chains. My balance and also bounce-ability not what it used to be.

I put in hot water and a big sink about 8 years ago very nice!

 

[Big Barn]

Yep me too. And it is raining also. Got the tablesaw chores out of the way, now finally replacing the last of the fluorescent fixtures with LEDs. I get a lot of use out of the old HF rolling scaffold but these days I add safety chains. My balance and also bounce-ability not what it used to be.

I put in hot water and a big sink about 8 years ago very nice!

Good plan with the safety chains.

 

[Big Barn]

Surprised there aren't more posts here due to quarantining... I know I am getting a lot of shop time in lately.

Finally added hot/cold running water and a nice deep stainless steel sink w/ custom cabinet. Decided to match my drill press cabinet that I park next to sink when not in use. My homemade tablesaw sled with miter attachment came in handy in wrapping the drawer fronts with walnut.

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I will have to spend a little time on my woodworking skills someday.

Nice work