"TheRealBicycleBuck" (therealbicyclebuck)
06/01/2020 at 09:37 • Filed to: None
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"TheRealBicycleBuck" (therealbicyclebuck)
06/01/2020 at 09:37 • Filed to: None | 5
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“I found a stick! Wanna play?”
Not now, Rocky. It’s time to account for the weekend projects. I started with a trip to the big box store for some lumber. I had them rough cut the 4x8 sheets I needed down to the size I needed for my big project and to make them easier to transport. Everything fit neatly into the Outback. The lawn trailer is an excellent tool for moving large lumber without breaking my back.
The first project was to get started on the hole repair. This is one of the two upper cabinets that will go back into my office.
I used a hole saw to round out the hole in the cabinet and the next size up to create a plug. I used a combination of a drill and a sanding block to get the plug down to size.
The plug has been glued into the hole and awaits further processing. The other hole that’s on hold is the one in the office wall. It needs sanding and texture.
The most fun was had back outside. The little workshop is in desperate need of some organization. I keep misplacing tools, so I decided it was time to get started on a proper workbench. I picked up the plans for Paulk’s c ompact workbench. It’s still a 3x6 work bench, so it’s not tiny, but it’s about the right size for my needs.
One of the big advantages is the open framework. I’ll have a place to set tools down without them interfering with the worktop. I wish I had taken more pictures of the build process, but the most challenging thing so far has been getting the openings right without using a track saw. I got them rough-cut, then used a plane and sander to get them closer to right. Yeah, I know I need a lot more practice.
The big trick is getting the curves to match up with the straight edges. The only tool I have for cutting the curves is a Rotozip with a radius cutter. It’s not the best tool for cutting plywood, but the end results are acceptable.
I still need to build the legs for it. I’m not going with the saw horses in the original design. I want fold-out legs with wheels so I can move it around more easily. I’ll have to match the height with my table saw so it works as an outfeed table. I also need to make the jig for putting the holes in the top for the router plate and the bench dogs. Those can wait for now. I’ll get it on legs and then use it to work on my other projects. My wife’s birthday is coming up and she had a special request this year....
functionoverfashion
> TheRealBicycleBuck
06/01/2020 at 09:46 |
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Nice workbench! I’m still using an old bathroom vanity with plywood screwed to the top. But it was a nice instant bench when I first moved in, complete with cabinet doors and drawers for storage. I used our other one as a saw table and it has wheels so I can roll it around for larger pieces, etc. When I have a better space, I’d love to make something more versatile like what you built there.
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TheRealBicycleBuck
> functionoverfashion
06/01/2020 at 09:50 |
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T hanks! I’ve looked at a thousand plans and this one seemed to fit my needs the best. It’s not a true woodworking bench, but it’s a good carpentry bench that should make it a lot easier for me to break down larger pieces by myself.
facw
> TheRealBicycleBuck
06/01/2020 at 09:53 |
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I’ll play with Rocky!
Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo
> TheRealBicycleBuck
06/01/2020 at 10:50 |
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Nice manscapes on your block.
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TheRealBicycleBuck
> Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo
06/01/2020 at 11:11 |
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Funny. They don’t look as nice up-close. I’m dealing with a major clover invasion in both the front and back yards this year. I’m having the same problem with fire ants. I have the stuff to treat the yards, but I need a clear forecast before applying it so it doesn’t get washed away.
Jim Spanfeller
> TheRealBicycleBuck
06/01/2020 at 11:14 |
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I’ll play with Rocky’s stick! Wait, that sounded wrong...
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Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo
> TheRealBicycleBuck
06/01/2020 at 11:53 |
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We have extensive growth on our front lawn that during certain times of the year is actually green. And it requires periodic shearing with the mower.
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TheRealBicycleBuck
> Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo
06/01/2020 at 12:11 |
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At peak season, we have to shear twice a week. Usually it’s once a week, starting in late January through October. We average around 60" of rain per year and the temperatures are mild to hot, so our growing season is ridiculously long. The neighbor on the other side is terrible about maintaining his back yard, so I’m constantly dealing with invaders growing under, through or over the fence.
There ar e times I’d like to convert portions of the lawn to rock.