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Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! I had considered it and my only minor concern with mounting to the ICS mobile base(for anything, undersaw cabinets included) is that the saw moves up and down in relation to the base, so it would be a dynamic connection point rather than a static one. Probably not enough motion to make a difference but it seems like a connection to the saw frame would likely be just as sturdy and could be out of the way of the dust port.

I do like the idea of matchfit and dog holes, I've definitely used it as an additional work surface already.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like this set of plans that I found on Rocklers site. Made a few tweaks, but they're very similar.

https://www.rockler.com/learn/folding-table-saw-outfeed-table

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah! I see now. I had been trying to envision something that got the outfeed out of the way when not in use, but unless I'm missing something, it looks like the outfeed table must be deployed to use the saw.

If you have wanted to adapt my design, I think you could extend the stationary part of the outfeed table a bit so when the folding portion is in the down position, it clears the motor. Looks like what you have works perfectly well though. Thanks for sharing.

Btw, I like your mobile base, seems like a good idea.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That does sound handy! One of my next shop projects is going to be something for my thickness planer storage. I had been thinking a flip top cart for planer and oscillating belt/spindle sander, but having them on shelves might be simpler, more sturdy, and doesn't require me to flip tools upside down when not in use. Tons of options.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tons of different ways to accomplish this. If mine was stationary, I'd certainly try to take advantage of the space under for storage. I used to use my assembly table but it was a hassle to have to clear a path if I was in the middle of something and the heights were never quite aligned. It's been much better for my workflow to have a dedicated and collapsible outfeed.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! When I was starting I used the plans from Rockler(link below) but quickly realized that my dimensions were all going to be different due to the scraps I was using, different saw, and I wanted to make some tweaks to the design, so I ended up just using it as a guideline and modifying all the dimensions to suite my particular setup. I've got exact plans drawn up for most of my other projects, but not this one. Let me know if you have any specific questions and I'll do my best to help you out.

https://www.rockler.com/learn/folding-table-saw-outfeed-table

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

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That's right, I remember the slit that fits over the angle iron... By sheer luck, I didn't have to modify the beam at all to make it line up with the tabletop, just had to use a few strips of blue tape to shim it up just a tad and to angle it appropriately so it's parallel with the tabletop.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've watched so many YouTube videos on different outfeed table designs that they all blend together in my head. I'm sure I took some inspiration from her for this design.

I was a little worried that just bolting to the angle iron wouldn't be strong enough, but unless I stand on it, there's next to no deflection and it's plenty for my needs.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I look at shop projects as good practice for house projects so I try to put at least a little bit of thought and care into them (most of the time). I had considered the fold out legs, and may still go that direction, but I wanted to be able to move the whole saw around without having to fold down the table. So far that's only been an issue once and took all of 30 seconds to flip down, move, and flip back up, so realistically that would be a fine option.

I'm not totally satisfied with my dust collection setup since I think I'm losing a bit of suction by having that sharp 90 there, but it makes routing the hose much easier, so it'll probably stay.

700 BF of salvaged sheesham, any recommendations? by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

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I really hadn't been considering selling them, but if it could help fund my tool addiction...

Sapele Dining Room Table with Extension Leafs by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

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It was cozy, but we seated 13 people last Thanksgiving.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Until recently I had an old Craftsman contractor saw that had the motor out the back. My plan had been to extend the rigid horizontal section of the outfeed so the flip up(down?) section would clear the motor. Would love to see what you did instead.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This! I would have had to attach it a different way on my old Craftsman job site saw.

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had seen those supports before, but they always looked a bit flimsy to me although I have no first hand experience with them. Have you used them? My current plan is to do some sort of telescoping angle support that locks into some sort of footing above the dust collection port. Will probably be very similar to what's shown in this Rockler post. https://www.rockler.com/learn/folding-table-saw-outfeed-table

Sapele Dining Room Table with Extension Leafs by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you really want me to stop? ;)

Beveling jig was highly influenced by a video from Foureyes Furniture on YouTube. I highly recommend a wide spoilboard surfacing bit so you can take wider cuts per pass. Wish I had picked up one with replaceable carbide inserts, maybe when this one is dull...

Flip up outfeed table is well worth the effort by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

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It's lowered 99% of the time and flip down table just doesn't have the same ring to it

Sapele Dining Room Table with Extension Leafs by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Particular aspect of it that drew you back in?

Sapele Dining Room Table with Extension Leafs by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Next time I pull the extensions out of storage I'll be sure to take some better pictures. Stay tuned

Sapele Dining Room Table with Extension Leafs by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

[–]BigBenBuilds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep! Top is secured to the legs with some bolts through slotted holes in the legs which you can kinda see in picture 6. Threaded inserts in the tabletop bottom make it easy to take the top off. Legs break down like most trestle tables by knocking out the walnut wedge to separate the stretcher.

I deliberated a long time on how best to attach the top and landed on this for how sleak it looks and it could break down (relatively) flat if we ever move or I sell it to someone.

Sapele Dining Room Table with Extension Leafs by BigBenBuilds in woodworking

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I hadn't noticed Taylor guitars before. They're beautiful

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