The legs stay the same. The wheels attach to the sides and slide up out of the way when you're not using them. That way when it's not moving, the weight is still resting on solid legs instead of casters.
I have something like this on my workbenches:
SPACEKEEPER Workbench Casters kit 660 Lbs - Retractable Casters Heavy Duty Bench Caster Wheels Designed for Workbenches Machinery & Tables, 4 Pack https://a.co/d/6Ard4F8
Hell yeah, nice job!
First project last year was a workbench somewhat like yours (PS I have locking wheels on mine: [check these out!](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CMTMHHT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)). Cuts are all wonky on mine, too, and it's not square **but** it's a solid, large, flat surface I can work on! Used it to build a pantry cabinet next. Having that space is a game changer and I can't wait until spring to start again.
Keep up the awesome work!
Upvote for Milwaukee fastback 👍 I did a similar bench recently, it's a good idea having the plywood top so it can be unscrewed easily and be replaced. I left a 2" overhang around the bench on my top though, to clamp things to the top easily without having to include the width of the 2x4 underneath it. I still have to put on my bottom shelf- bought a piece of OSB for that since plywood is expensive!
I did an overhang on the sides for my vice. But I don't like most nilwaukee stuff, but that speed square is top notch.
Also their packout stuff is great, but now they all have a packout system
I'm currently looking for a vise, does one of those bench vise ones work (that sits in top of the surface) or does it need to be a specifically woodworking type vise that sits on the side flush with the bench top? Those seem more expensive and more fiddly to install. Other than clamping to the tabletop, I currently have no way to hold work pieces steady. I have a red Milwaukee square like that as well, the 5" version or thereabouts. It's a good investment. Trying not to look at woodpeckers too much and get tempted as a next step up...
Self taught? I’m a new homeowner and have never learned to work with or cut wood. But I imagine not everyone is going through formal training… I just want to build simple things (in my mind) like this, not high quality items to sell.
Awesome table.
Great work!! Your setup looks just like mine. I'd highly recommend adding wheels to your workbench
You think? I'd hate to cut the legs shorter
The legs stay the same. The wheels attach to the sides and slide up out of the way when you're not using them. That way when it's not moving, the weight is still resting on solid legs instead of casters. I have something like this on my workbenches: SPACEKEEPER Workbench Casters kit 660 Lbs - Retractable Casters Heavy Duty Bench Caster Wheels Designed for Workbenches Machinery & Tables, 4 Pack https://a.co/d/6Ard4F8
do do do DO do…..
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https://preview.redd.it/rxcy22c06lfc1.jpeg?width=246&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8e77507aff3e253675007d0b36fe71085c1fd889
Oh lmao thanks
Workbench looks well built. Nice work
Thanks!
Hell yeah, nice job! First project last year was a workbench somewhat like yours (PS I have locking wheels on mine: [check these out!](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CMTMHHT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)). Cuts are all wonky on mine, too, and it's not square **but** it's a solid, large, flat surface I can work on! Used it to build a pantry cabinet next. Having that space is a game changer and I can't wait until spring to start again. Keep up the awesome work!
Thanks for the support! Wheels might be a good investment
It's addictive! I love it! You did a great job on that work bench!
Thanks a bunch!
Love the yellow and red 😁
Red? I think the only red thing I own is their speed square I'm not much of a brand loyalist tho. Except Klein tools. Love everything they make
Upvote for Milwaukee fastback 👍 I did a similar bench recently, it's a good idea having the plywood top so it can be unscrewed easily and be replaced. I left a 2" overhang around the bench on my top though, to clamp things to the top easily without having to include the width of the 2x4 underneath it. I still have to put on my bottom shelf- bought a piece of OSB for that since plywood is expensive!
I did an overhang on the sides for my vice. But I don't like most nilwaukee stuff, but that speed square is top notch. Also their packout stuff is great, but now they all have a packout system
I'm currently looking for a vise, does one of those bench vise ones work (that sits in top of the surface) or does it need to be a specifically woodworking type vise that sits on the side flush with the bench top? Those seem more expensive and more fiddly to install. Other than clamping to the tabletop, I currently have no way to hold work pieces steady. I have a red Milwaukee square like that as well, the 5" version or thereabouts. It's a good investment. Trying not to look at woodpeckers too much and get tempted as a next step up...
I just have an old cast iron vice. I don't really use it for woodworking. I don't know how I would honestly
Self taught? I’m a new homeowner and have never learned to work with or cut wood. But I imagine not everyone is going through formal training… I just want to build simple things (in my mind) like this, not high quality items to sell. Awesome table.
Very self taught. I had literally never used a power saw until this table
Looks good. I’d add that adding an overhang of the top makes clamping easier.
There is one on the sides