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« on: November 02, 2009, 11:40:17 AM »

Hey guys, I've got a countertop machine and I'd like to find some sort of countertop to put it on.

Want something with a small footprint and maybe 36-42" tall. 

I've look at computer stands and there's some possibilities there.

Could build something if the plans were very simple.

Any ideas?
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« Reply #1 on: November 02, 2009, 03:36:16 PM »

Think I'm probably going to go with this:

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=46725
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« Reply #2 on: November 02, 2009, 04:30:27 PM »

Not sure what kind of countertop machine it is, but if it's workshop related, I kinda like using Black and decker workmates.

You can pick those up on CL cheap most of the time. and they fold up quit nicely to tuck out of the way when you aren't using it, though it sounds like this will be more permanent.
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« Reply #3 on: November 02, 2009, 05:49:44 PM »

Well, I made a 'counter top' machine around a 19" SVGA monitor, so it's a beast.  I need to get off ---my bottom--- and get the thing finished, appearances be damned.

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« Reply #4 on: November 02, 2009, 06:14:10 PM »

I use this for my bartop...works great! $35 at Home Depot.

http://toolmonger.com/2006/09/12/hands-on-we-put-9465-lbs-on-huskys-x-workhorse/



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« Reply #5 on: November 02, 2009, 07:53:05 PM »

Okay, now that is a good idea.

Went to Harbor Freight and looked at the stand.  It's like midget toddler sized...

Here's another possibility - seems pricey at $40, though, especially as I'd have to cut wood for it.  Had holes ready to go for wheels, which would add a few more inches...

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=46075

Edit - doesn't look like you can get one of those Husky Workhorse things from anyone for any price.   Sad
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« Reply #6 on: November 03, 2009, 10:40:20 AM »

Okay, so the dimensions of my cab are basically thus:

Width at the back: ~15 inches
Width at the front: ~28 inches

Depth from front to back: ~30 inches

Control panel height: 4 inches

Probably weighs in around 100-120 pounds.

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« Reply #7 on: November 03, 2009, 01:43:49 PM »


Bathroom vanity.
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« Reply #8 on: November 03, 2009, 06:05:56 PM »

Thanks, Chad.   Tongue

I'll probably cough up the $40 and go with the universal tool stand. 

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« Reply #9 on: November 04, 2009, 09:23:45 AM »


Hey, a bathroom vanity fits your description perfectly, adds storage underneath, and can be pulled right out of home depot finished.  It's worth considering.
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