How to Build a Torsion Box Workbench – Part 1 | I Can Do That!
There have been a variety of work surfaces in the I Can Do That shop – from sawhorses and plywood, to elaborate benches. In this episode (and the next, it's a two-parter), we've finally answered the need. Our I Can Do That workbench is built simply, sturdily and affordable. We used plywood and home center materials with basic but useful storage options, a face vise, and bench dogs. And we even make it mobile!
✔️ Purchase the expanded construction plans for the workbench and you'll get a step-by-step guide that walks you through the entire build https://www.shopwoodworking.com/i-can-do-that-workbench-project-plans
✔️ Get the free version of the plans here: http://bit.ly/ICDT_Workbench_Plans
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There have been a variety of work surfaces in the I Can Do That shop – from sawhorses and plywood, to elaborate benches. In this episode (and the next, it’s a two-parter), we’ve finally answered the need. Our I Can Do That workbench is built simply, sturdily and affordable. We used plywood and home center materials with basic but useful storage options, a face vise, and bench dogs. And we even make it mobile!
✔️ Purchase the expanded construction plans for the workbench and you’ll get a step-by-step guide that walks you through the entire build https://www.shopwoodworking.com/i-can-do-that-workbench-project-plans
✔️ Get the free version of the plans here: http://bit.ly/ICDT_Workbench_Plans
(clicking this link will start an automatic download which may be prevented by a pop-up blocker)
Get more I Can Do That projects here: http://www.popwood.com/ICDT
Thanks to our sponsors!
Woodcraft – https://www.woodcraft.com
Titebond – http://www.titebond.com
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first time i have seen a torson box made that way diferent
that is the problem with toy wannabe table saws
"We can all do that". What's that about?
How the blazes do you "pre-drill" a hole? Surely you drill a bloody hole or you don't. Right?
For that matter, how do you freakin' pre-anything? FFS!
So, only one of you wore ear protection even though you are both roughly the same distance from the circular saw. Does sound only affect the saw operator? 😉
I love the awkwardness
Do u have a link to Part 2 please…Can't find it
👏👏👏👏👏👏esto es recomediante!
Why not lay the legs out all at the same time? Make it easier to make sure all the holes were lined up.
What's the point of the box? There are better easier ways of making it structurally sound, and not waste space or material.
Very good! Looks very strong! I like the hard wood inserts, very smart! Thank you.
Where is Chad?
I have a workbench with a torsion top and would love to hear some ideas on how to work without dogholes. I have a vise at the end which is fine for my smaller tasks but for longer work pieces I'm always trying to come up with creative clamping. My bench also has drawers in the center that go all the way down to the lower stringer, blocking my ability to use holdfasts.
Not a bad looking bench. Substantial.
Good job guys… I'm looking forward to the completion of this workbench. Thanks for the plans.
Btw, just a little side note.
What you referred to as lag bolts are actually lag screws..// (monroeengineering.com/blog/bolts-screws-and-studs-whats-the-difference/).
I know it's picky but your work looks meticulous enough that I thought you might like to know that.
Wow that saw sounded like it was bogging down on the dados.
Take those silly guards off your saws. And nobody wears hearing protection. Also, David, I loved your role on punk’d when you were a kid. You were too funny. Ps Chad is hotter than you 2
What aim of this video? You you are doing $100 workbench using tools on few thousands of dollars.
I can tell you what's different… Chad is missing.
I am enjoying this video. I do have a question which I hope you answer. Why didn’t you glue the hardwood dowels into the stretchers?
Where is your shop in Cincinnati? If you don't mind saying. 🙂
Thanks,
Gary