Welding Table Build

[weldingisfun]

Next came the removal of those, as Harv described them, "owie" causing corners.
Using one of the tools from HF that don't suck, a 7 1/4" Metal Cutting Saw, off they came. The saw was also used to cut 1/4" plate used to build the mounting plates for the casters and the gussets to reinforce the angle used for the brake/levellers. That saw cut through the 1/4" and 3/8" plate better than my DeWalt circular saw cuts wood. Definitely a bargain, especially with the 20% off coupon. And, HF doesn't even list it on their Website.

 

[weldingisfun]

In an earlier posting, I mentioned that I was going to add a six-outlet electrical extension to the table. Well there it is. Just wish power tool makers put longer cords on their products. The cord on the DeWalt 4 1/2" Angle Grinder is the only tool that will reach all four corners.

 

[weldingisfun]

Almost there. We cleaned the surface rust off of the table top using a combination of a belt sander, palm sander and angle grinder with a wire cup brush. Wow! that was some dirty work, especially with the unwanted but welcome breeze blowing through the barn.

The project is now officially completed.

Looking back on it, if I was to change anything it would be to weld the brake/levellers to the inside rather than the outside of the legs. It hasn't happened yet, but I can see myself kicking them as I work at the table. Guess that is why I wear steel-toe boots.

Sure hope y'all enjoyed watching this project progress as much as I enjoyed building it. Thanks for all your help, critics and suggections. :thumbsup:

 

[hawkeye08]

In an earlier posting, I mentioned that I was going to add a six-outlet electrical extension to the table. Well there it is. Just wish power tool makers put longer cords on their products. The cord on the DeWalt 4 1/2" Angle Grinder is the only tool that will reach all four corners.

Put a second power strip on the opposite side so you can plug in which ever side is closest to what you're working..

Nice work. I have a couple of tables I want to put casters on, I will steal your design (putting the bolts to the inside as suggested)...

 

[weldingisfun]

Put a second power strip on the opposite side so you can plug in which ever side is closest to what you're working..

Nice work. I have a couple of tables I want to put casters on, I will steal your design (putting the bolts to the inside as suggested)...

Thanks for the suggestion. Duh, why couldn't I have thought of that?:confused2:

I appreciate your comment.

 

[wroughtn_harv]

Good job.

If that Miller challenge thing is a table I'll know what to do. I will just have to do it in five hours, gulp!

 

[weldingisfun]

Good job.

If that Miller challenge thing is a table I'll know what to do. I will just have to do it in five hours, gulp!

Go with a smaller version. I've seen your work. A table will be no problem for you. Good luck and thanks.:thumbsup:

 

[dstig1]

Looking back on it, if I was to change anything it would be to weld the brake/levellers to the inside rather than the outside of the legs. It hasn't happened yet, but I can see myself kicking them as I work at the table. Guess that is why I wear steel-toe boots.

Sure hope y'all enjoyed watching this project progress as much as I enjoyed building it. Thanks for all your help, critics and suggections. :thumbsup:

I just started reading this thread last night. Very nice.. I wish I had space for something like that. For now, it is the old trailer ramp between 2 sawhorses...

I have to concur with your point above. You are going to wish you had turned those in pretty soon. Probably the best side would be on the ends as you will probably stand there less often. It will be an annoyance but it will still work fine, no doubt.

Nice job!

 

[Jim in ICT]

Was looking at my table last night and remembering that rip in my pants pocket (and beneath) from backing into the corner of the table. I like the looks of your work, think I'm going to cut my corners with the plasma. Now to decide if I want to go at a 45 or round them off. Have a power strip mounted like you did, works great. Nice clean and organized shop.

 

[dts1449]

Nice job Weldingisfun, you'll be liking that table for years to come. Be sure you post the projects that come off that table....