Reddit reviews 2x4basics 90164 Custom Work Bench and Shelving Storage System, Black
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Lumber not included with each kit (Shelves not included)Includes 4 workbench legs, 6 shelf linksBrackets made of heavy gauge structural resin. Workbench Legs to make a workbench in any length or width up to 8 feet by 4 feet (2.4m x 1.2m)Customizable workbench and shelvingOnly straight 90 degree cuts, no miter or angle cuts necessary
2x4basics 90164 Custom Work Bench and Shelving Storage System, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_L.qrDbD0EGNZW
My personal suggestion (if you're willing to take the time) is starting with this kit. It's a bit more work and costs more as it requires you to buy and cut lumber, but I think the payoff is worth it. There's a lot of room for customization and fitting the bench to your needs. Mine feels pretty much bomb proof.
2x4 basic bench is totally idiot proof - all you need is some 2x4s and ply or MDF - I did mine 2ft x8ft with 3/4 inch ply on the bottom and middle shelves and 3/4 inch MDF for the top and it's solid as a rock.
http://www.amazon.com/2x4basics-90164-Workbench-Shelving-Storage/dp/B0030T1BRE
Pic of my bench - took about 90 mins including cutting the 2x4s by hand
http://i.imgur.com/jje0N8R.jpg
They're HD injection molded plastic legs that allow you to make your own bench any size you like-- best $70 I've ever spent on a bench.
This is a simple workbench that I built using MDF, 2x4s, and Amazon "workbench legs." Extremely strong and holds 1000 lbs per shelf. You could probably build this (or something similar) for around $100.
The best thing about this is I can extend and make this longer if I wanted to just by adding longer lateral 2x4 and another set of MDF boards.
This bench takes up minimal space and can be broken down and moved very easily.
https://i.imgur.com/X3UAe9J.jpg
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_xbl1DbYBKK3QQ
I’ve been slowly chipping away at this bench all summer and trying to figure out exactly how I want it set up, but I finally feel like I’m where I want it to be. In a couple weeks I’ll put together a layout/cut out table next to it covered in HDPE. If anyone is interested, I used [2x4basics 90164 Custom Work Bench and Shelving Storage System, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8vsoDbPMPZ0B9](this setup on Amazon) to put the bench together. I highly recommend it and I know a few people do as well on this sub. Makes it easy breezy.
I probably got $100 in lumber into it as well, but I opted for a nicely finished piece of plywood for the top. I can’t imagine I have more than $175 -$200 into the whole thing.
Anyway I’m super happy about it.
I've been talking with /u/lost5757 for awhile now. We've both recently received our units. I've held off commenting on mine because of some issues I'm getting straightened out with Voccell. But he makes some great points:
The rough part of kitting out a dream tool shop is ultimately what kind of work you want to specialize in. I'm assuming this is for a woodshop, not a metal or fab shop.
List of things to get:
1)Hand Saw - $15 at Harbor Freight
2)Screwdriver Set - $10 at Harbor Freight
3)Socket Wrench Set - $40 at Home Depot
4)Impact Driver
5)Cordless Drill all three can be purchased as a kit from HD for
$199
6)Circular Saw *
7)Chisels - $20 for a set of 4 from Woodcraft
8)Drill Bits - $10 for a set of OK bits from Harbor Freight
9)Bandsaw - $180 Rikon http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/tls/5337091086.html
10)Table Saw - $100 Grizzly http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/tls/5333270924.html
11)Scroll Saw - $50 Dremel http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/tls/5333096371.html
12) Cross-Cut Miter Saw $65 Delta http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/tls/5317658737.html
13)Planer/Jointer - $125 Delta http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/tls/5335550484.html
14)Planes (thickness planer likely too expensive) - $40 a pop at antique stores, that's where I've bought all 5 of mine, and restoring them to useable condition took only a couple hours.
15)Hand sander - $50 Makita http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/tld/5305002890.html
16)Dust Collection - $99, Harbor Freight, 1.5HP portable dust collector
17)Workbench - $80 for the kit on Amazon, plus about $100 in wood, $180, holds up to 1000lbs. http://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-90164-2x4basics-Workbench-Shelving/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1448995094&sr=1-1&keywords=workbench
18)Belt/Disc sander - $70 Performa http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/tls/5335755070.html
19)Oscillating Spindle Sander - $105, Wen brand, on Walmart.com
20)Router - $20 Craftsman http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/tls/5337762118.html
21)Router Bits - $40 for a starter set at Home Depot
22)Clamps - $30 http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/tls/5326270592.html
Total: $1448
I built a bench using this kit. QuickBench
Mine is a bit bigger since I made it a full 8 feet long and also only have one shelf. I used 3/4 plywood for the top and the lower shelf and a sheet of tempered hardboard for the top layer since the stuff is so durable. I secured it to the plywood with finishing nails. If I remember correctly it was 12 2X4's as well.
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A few of us have used this kit: https://smile.amazon.com/2x4basics-90164-Workbench-Shelving-Storage/dp/B0030T1BRE/
Built a couple of these in a matter of hours. I like that the feet are plastic and waterproof.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0030T1BRE/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new
bench kit
I bought this from Amazon. It's basically just the (very hard and durable) plastic legs, and you cut and screw together 2x4s and plywood.
I used this bench bracket kit from amazon. It's kind of pricey for what it is but the brackets are actually pretty nice. You could recreate them by just using steel brackets from lowes but you'd probably still end up paying a decent amount for them. All you need is the lumber to finish it up.
As for the presses, I'd probably sell all but one. Considering it's single stage you'll have to change out the dies for each step anyway so it won't be anymore trouble to change calibers.
For the paint cans, you don't need them if you're just wanting to put them there for weight. It'll cover enough area to where it'll be stable without it.
Any desktop CNC needs a pretty sturdy table, especially one that won’t rack when the gantry moves. I initially build one myself, but it wasn’t sturdy enough so I switched out to a set of 2x4 Basics legs. Rock solid ever since, and much cheaper than a real workbench that’s sturdy enough for a CNC.
Try this Hopkins 90164 2x4basics Workbench and Shelving Storage System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=cm_sw_r_taa_ORwNxb8EY55EY
The workbenches are great, but they were a compromise. I don't drive and my spine is fused, so my ability to pick up things and carry them up my steps is very limited. If not for those limitations I'd have gone with this kit and picked up lumber at Home Depot cut to the dimensions I want to put it together.
Its a frame you can buy from amazon that you add 2x4s and plywood to make it whatever size you want. Highly recommended.
They’re made by 2x4Basics. They usually range from $50-$70. Here’s a link.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030T1BRE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
He probably got them on Amazon. I have the same legs on my bench. They're great - just need to buy some 2x4s and plywood and you're set. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0030T1BRE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1419603607&sr=8-1&dpPl=1&dpID=51IxjCHyB3L&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030T1BRE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Also search for bench in /r/reloading. Tons of past threads on this topic.
I bought this to make a bench:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030T1BRE/ref=oh_o05_s00_i00_details
It's handy in that you can make it fit any size since it's really just the attachment points for the wood. You can also take it apart and expand it if you get more room.
http://www.amazon.com/2x4basics-90164-Workbench-Shelving-Storage/dp/B0030T1BRE
If you're somewhat handy this is a good route to go with. You can make it as long as you want and its pretty robust.
Consider using a kit like this if building a whole bench from scratch is a little too much for you.
Looks like shit tbh. Two presses, a vise, and too little space. Should probably put together one of these and do away with my cobbled-together bench, too.
Here is the desktop version of your link
https://www.amazon.com/2x4basics-90164-Workbench-Shelving-Storage/dp/B0030T1BRE?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&tag=duckduckgo-iphone-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B0030T1BRE
Its a kit from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/2x4basics-90164-Workbench-Shelving-Storage/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1371647403&sr=8-4&keywords=workbench+legs
I used somehting like this and just built a big ass bench outta 2x4's ...had it done in just a few hours for around 100 bucks I think...
2x4 Basics 90164 Workbench and Shelving Storage System https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0030T1BRE/
It’s $8 cheaper than when I got it last week.