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I finally got around to building the Flip Top Tool Stand from Shop Notes.
I added 2" to the overall height just to make sure the planer handle would not rub when flipped.
I still need to come up with a way to store the small parts from the sander when it's flipped upside down.
The little washers do not stay put.
It was a lot of fun to build I can't wait to use it.
It has been pretty cold here so I had to work out in the garage/shop in shifts. :)
I have about $75 invested in this project.
I got the Plywood from Lowes $50, The locking wheels from Harbor Freight $13, and the hardware from my local Hardware store.
I also made my own knobs. This is a first for me. Surprisingly easy.

Thanks to all who posted this project before me. You inspired me to get out and do something on Christmas break!

Thanks for looking,

Chem

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Good job. It will serve you well. Ha ha, I had the same problem with my sander, the HF model.
 

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Looks great. Glad to see this project. I like having the knobs on all four corners. I have the same sander and am considering that planner. Did you turn it sideways for any reason or is that the only way it would fit.
 

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Nice Job. Looks like a great space saver. Just an idea for the washers and small parts for the sander, you could build a small drawer or box with a lid and attach it to the side of your stand. That way everything is all together and convenient. Just a thought.

Congrats on the new tool stand.
 

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Am currently making the same tool stand. Found ready made plans on Sketchup 3-D warehouse, but included a drawer in bottom for all those loose washers, sleeves, etc.
 

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Looks great. Glad to see this project. I like having the knobs on all four corners. I have the same sander and am considering that planner. Did you turn it sideways for any reason or is that the only way it would fit.

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Hi Bsmith,
The top is 23-3/4" x 24" so they will fit either way.
I turned them different directions so that I could get to the carriage bolts easier. This way I have access to all eight bolts without either of the machines getting in the way.

Bill
 

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Am currently making the same tool stand. Found ready made plans on Sketchup 3-D warehouse, but included a drawer in bottom for all those loose washers, sleeves, etc.

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That's a great idea. Look forward to seeing it!
 

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Great job…I have the same sander and I used velcro to make a belt to go over the washers and another for the sanding tubes.
 

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Very cool. I think i need to build one of those now very inspired!
 

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great job. I like your locking system.
 

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Great job…I have the same sander and I used velcro to make a belt to go over the washers and another for the sanding tubes.

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That's a great idea! I will give it a try.

Bill
 

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Mine was pretty spartan, but worked just fine. The flip top style works great for small shops like mine…and yours too if you are cramped for space.
http://lumberjocks.com/projects/72391

- MT_Stringer
I actually have your cart marked in my favorites! :)
I have been looking at these for quite a while. There are so many variations it was a bit overwhelming.
I chose the Shop Notes version because a kind member here helped me by providing the plans.
I had originally wanted to build two. The second would be for my miter saw and my scroll saw.
I share the garage with my wife's car, water heater, and washer/dryer. Space is a premium so we will just have to see if that materializes.

Bill
 

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Very good. That's exactly what I need to do with almost the same tools. I have the little Delta planer though…
 

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Great Job! I just got that Exact sander for Christmas, and have that Exact Planer, was planning on making that EXACT cart from "The Complete Small Shop" Great Job! I have the motivation to do it now!
 

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Nice looking flip tool table Bill, I used up a bunch of scrap wood to build my flip table. Glad I didn't toss all that scrap wood away! These flip tables make a lot of sense when you have a small work space! Nice work!
 
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