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Next to that are two extrusions which will allow me to install two pegs (https://www.dashboardpws.com/shop/spirail-dogs). These pegs support workpieces that are clamped to the side of the bench. So...

Oh yes.

1) sliding clamp assembly x2 - already have this built and it's awesome!
2) sliding vacuum hose and tool holder (you can sort of see this in the picture) - can position anywhere along the...

Thanks Alan, they are attached via Festool 204871 drawer slides with 1/2" spacing. They're really great and give me individual access to one or a group of tools.



Thanks Jim. A workbench is a...

Finally finished up a custom workbench I designed, assembled, built and used for the subsequent cabinets underneath. It was a long two days, but it turned out so much better than I anticipated.
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Agreed. Mine, with extension, is about 2-ish inches away from the blade. On short stock where that would matter I use a miter gauge anyway as I prefer using that on short stock. I think you could...

TB II extend is my go to as well Randy. But yea, doesn’t even compare to open time of epoxy with a slow hardener.

Tom, you will like it. I enjoy using mine quite a bit and it’s super simple to remove the fence and easy to square. Just note that the two silver tabs with set screws that hold the fence on the...

I left mine on. Works great. Used it quite a bit today for cabinets I built under my new workbench. I’ll be posting this thread soon in the workshop forum.

Yep I got mine from a restaurant supplier on Amazon I think. I have 500 little wax-free paper cups which are awesome for most projects.

I will add that when I use epoxy I mix in small batches. In small paper cups. It’s so easy to mix, takes 60 seconds to mix two part epoxy and I’m ready to go. It’s expensive so I don’t want to...

I use epoxy often. Totalboat with med or slow hardener or System 3 T-88.

Almost every project I build uses epoxy in part of the glue-up. You need a lot less than you think, in fact I think people...

I usually do rebate, sand, route, miter, assembly. IMHO people forget the sanding part often and a lot of built frames look amateurish when assembled. Personally I prefer routing last as I can do...

I've used these on an outdoor table, they're galvanized. Personally not fond of figure-8 for table tops. Jim also mentioned how to install if you have a Domino.
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I've used Totalboat high performance epoxy with medium and long hardeners with great success. I've also used S3 T-88 and honestly, at least with furniture building, I can't tell a difference other...

I assumed the OP knew this or said table is under complete coverage and only subject to temperature swings. I agree though, it isn't something I'd normally do, but that's why I suggested what I did...

That looks so nice Jim, well done. I'm actually mid-way through building a new workbench after a decade of knowing how I like to work. Aluminum isn't nearly as beautiful as cherry, purple heart and...

That's nicely organized Tom, exactly how it should be IMHO. I pay homage to Festool Systainers and Milwaukee Packout (inherited quite a few when my father passed, doubling my collection) and it...

That is so awesome! Well done. I’m sure you leaned a few things though and next time it will be easier, even if it isn’t a turn table you’re building.

Use a router and create a pocket with a bowl bit.

I didn't mention in in my first post, but the chamfer idea, mentioned by several after me, I use a lot in this application. I almost never apply feet either as I feel it somewhat detracts from the...

They won't be curves, they will be 30 or 45 degree miters that you will make curves after the glue has dried. I would make a template that is the exact curve of the entire chair back. Do NOT use a...

One thought I had was what about building them in layers of say 1 to 1-1/2" tall and stacking them. You could easily build a template, rough cut on the bandsaw and flush trim, then stack them until...

I don't use my DP a ton, but a chuck like the Llambrich makes a good drill press a great one. There is exactly one thing that should be built well on a DP and that is the chuck. Most DP machines...

It’s just a preference/choice and depends on your workflow. I’m a huge fan of drawers and Systainers to keep things in their place, organized and dust free. My workflow is methodical and...

Personally I think added handles make things difficult to clean and take up space. I prefer to integrate them into the design. For rectangular designs I will sometimes add brass feet that makes it...