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18th February 2011, 11:10 AM #1
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Metal Basher from Torquay sees the light.
G‘Day.
Thank you for welcoming to the Woodwork Forum.
Up until now I have been a metal basher, building such things as a trailer for my BMWGS and an RV7 all aluminium aircraft.
I have seen the light. Next is a wooden boat.
So some advice please.
My metal work benches are too light for wood work, so I am in the process of building a 200kg bench.
I have nearly completed the super structure from old 5” x 3" and 8” x 2” red gum, which I have run through my gorgeous new thicknesser.
Now for some advice on the benchtop please.
So far the options are.
Cypress 90 x 90. cost $120. Pretty, but will it warp and twist?
QLD Ironbark 200 x 75 cost $120. Heeavy and solid, but will it warp?
Merbau 90 x90 Cost $300. Beautiful. DAR. Smoother than my billiard table.
So, please, give me the benefit of your experience.
Pete.
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18th February 2011, 04:59 PM #2
Hi Pete, welcome to the addiction.
Not sure about the warping factor with those timbers. I have never used them over those dimensions but I am sure someone will know the answer to your dilemma
Reality is no background music.
Cheers John
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18th February 2011, 07:17 PM #3
Welcome to the forum.
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18th February 2011, 09:43 PM #4
Welcome to the forum
Whats wrong with road side pick up timbers or demolition works etc check you, ok a few nails.
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19th February 2011, 05:04 AM #5
The Bench Wood.
Hi Pete,
Why not make up your own wood, meaning, I have just picked up for FREE, 3 x 1in. pine from Bradfords Aluminum & Glass Works in Thompsons Rd. Nth. Glg. just before the Railway line, or any of the same type of Place.
Drive between the Buildings R/T, go in and ask, best way & you just help yourself.
I've been there Fri. 18th. so you may have to give it a week to get some.
If you Phoned them they will keep it for you, other wise some people come in & cut it up for Firewood. Just watch out for the Small Staples.
There is a bit of work, & I would just Glue & Screw all the way. Legs can be made from the 3 x 1in. Bench Top will be many boards & all the edges will be the Top.
You will need a H/saw, Hammer, Nail Puller.
Cost would be Cartage, Screws, & Polyurethane Water Proof Glue ( $19 @ Bunnies ).
Hope this may help.Regards,
issatree.
Have Lathe, Wood Travel.
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