Torsion Box Router Bench Build 2 [**Gifted][video 478]

[@gregamedvesek9847]

Not sure about everyone else, but the new and improved 26 minute workshop is my new favourite series 😁

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

😂👍👍 Don’t get used to it! Back to the usual 13 minutes beam to week…

[@josiahutah3712]

Best part of this video is watching the bleeped out expletives fly after dropping the bench. Only because I find it comical me being in the exact same situation many times.

[@brianpatmore8418]

Wonderful build Peter. You must show Dennis "Hooked on Wood." He will appreciate it very much. Cheers mate from Down Under, Brian

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Brian! I think Denis may see it, yes! And best wishes from London! 👍

[@peterdoyle243]

Did you change teeth at 25 mins, but keep the same outfit for continuity? What a pro!!! Lovely video - really enjoyed it - keep up the good work!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Oh yes! Changes shirts for the dentist though. 😂🤷‍♂️ new me >> 😬

[@adcassim]

@@10MinuteWorkshop I came here to ask this also, thought I was seeing things and had to rewind a couple of times to check. Kudos on both that commitment to continuity and also the new smile! Keep up the good work Peter 👍

[@rjcooling2116]

@@adcassim same here! :)

[@colinwilson7524]

LOL! Dito

[@Giddykippa65]

you should do voice overs i love watching your videos not just because they're very informative and well put together but because your commentary is so relaxing you have one of those voices that's just so nice to listen to like david attenborough

[@MyAteSpiders]

Keeping that fire exit nice and accessible, thats how you get super powers

[@antonoat]

You really should rename this "Grown Man wrestles with router table" lol. Great video Peter it really looks the business. Thanks for sharing it with us! Cheers.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

😂 I should! And thanks! 👍

[@georgecronin3592]

Another superb video. I want that router system. Nice to know that our Guru swears like the rest of us XXXX.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

It was in the script - I had no choice. 🤷‍♂️😂

[@Bonzomallard]

Great build pete. The nice thing about a big strong bench like that is when you aren’t using the router table it serves the added function of bench a good strong bench ☺️ Surfaces are premium in a small shop and to be able to setup the router in minutes/seconds, it’s an asset to your shop. Great build 😎💪

[@paulmaryon9088]

Good job there Peter, the smile on your face when you finally hooked it on the wall was priceless!! Sometimes you just need another pair of hands! Great build thanks for posting, stay safe and well,cheers

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

The smile of relief! 😂

[@paulmaryon9088]

@@10MinuteWorkshop Know it well !!

[@dday8321]

I really like what you accomplish in such a small space. The efficient way you use the space should be a lesson so us all when we complain about only having a 400 sqft garage to work in. Good job Peter!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

‘Only’ 400sq ft! 😂😂 And thanks! 👍

[@yossiyaari3760]

watching you maneuver the material into the shop, makes me feel like I'm in good company :-)

[@dprice164]

"About as flat as a flat thing" - Peter Millard, 2021. 😂😂 Great video as always!

[@bootsmclaughlin1438]

Super job. The smile on your face says it all when you dropped the lift in. Theres nothing like makin stuff for your workshop it dose the heart ❤ good...

[@stuarthossack7906]

One of your very best videos

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you! 👍

[@palereinhold]

A very good build of a practical Router Table! Chapeau!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you! 👍

[@thomlipiczky9021]

Just came on this video, although I often search out your channel. Very nice design. I appreciate how you think out so much, but are willing to alter as you go.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! 👍

[@rainerl-h259]

Thanks for sharing. Again a proof (?) that you can find solutions for EVERY size of workshop!

[@tworiversworkshop6111]

Super job!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Dawn! 👍

[@SPOREOUT3]

Thanks for the video, I'm really enjoying this workshop updating series that you are doing

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

More to come!

[@michaellee8198]

Nice to see you doing what you are very good at - demonstrating builds of larger projects. Nice One!!

[@WoodworkJourney]

That Is Gorgeous! I’m very jealous, great job Peter, that lift plate and motor look the bee’s knee’s

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! Yes, it's one of those 'hard to resist' moments. I did, but, you know, it's new and shiny... 😆 👍

[@patrickflanagan8008]

Absolutely fascinating and most enjoyable. Thank you.

[@ivanwalker3391]

Great video. Just great! Keep 'er lit Bro!

[@stevewalker7822]

Very well done Peter! Should serve you for along time

[@normancoutts]

Well, you have excelled yourself with this build Peter. It did look like a shed-load of work, but I imagine it will give you great satisfaction and enjoyment in the years ahead.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Norman! Took longer than I expected, but totally worth it. 👍

[@samposton9101]

Really nice Peter, I routed a t track in my router fence for feather boards and stops - works really well.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Nice! 👍

[@michaelkaye4998]

Another great video. Very nice router set up. Lining up those peanuts was awesome. And dropping the top reminded me of me😂

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! 👍

[@lobbylobbster]

Absolutely outstanding work Peter 👏🏻

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Cheers Pete! 👍

[@MrJono1999]

Very impressed with your build. It looks to me that you have done exactly enough for most DIYers and Pro's alike. Of course things could be upgraded, but why reinvent the wheel. I suddenly feel the need to upgrade my router bench! Well done, keep up the good work.

[@gusdo]

Peter when are you doing a video of you sorting out the room next door. My heart is in my mouth each time you carry a sheet out of there, paranoid you are going to trip!!

[@paulevans3827]

Peter that was really interesting such a nice large router table thanks for sharing. Paul👏👏

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Cheers Paul! 👍

[@miserable_old_git]

Please show more of the untidy side of your workshop. It makes me feel so much better about mine :)

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

😂 👍

[@johnmontague69]

A Router you call it!!! More like a modern Spindle Moulding Machine Peter 👍 Awesome Build. Would love to see some sort of professional quality T track fencing with feather boards and see through spring loaded gaurd on it to enhance your safety + also to complement the professional job you have done on building it. TOP CLASS THIS IS.. Can't wait to see the next video 🙂

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! There’s more to come, for sure! 👍👍

[@philliparudolph9595]

very educational, thanks

[@blairmmackinnon5808]

Excellent build, film and presentation. Well worth the wait. I startled my dog as I gasped in response to you dropping the torsion box. 😂 We’ve all done something like that before. Cant wait until next week! All the best 👍

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Blair! 👍 Hope the dog’s over it by now!

[@DirkieB]

What a nice piece of kit! Very tempted by the lift / motor combo.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Dirk! Yes, it's a lovely piece of gear, the Sauter Router 👌 👍

[@cecilmicko6828]

I don't know if you'll see this, but The strength of a magnet"s pulling force is also relative to the thickness of the metal in which it's field is passing through. So the metal strips I seen you use you might test on the particular magnet you're using if a thicker strip would be better suited to your needs. I found this out because I bought a magnet switch from mag switch and it said 600 lb but when I put up a thin piece of metal it didn't hold with that much strength. It did when I put it up to a thicker piece of metal though. Of course it all depends on what you're trying to use it for. I used some small circle magnets that were really strong but I didn't need it to be that strong. That's when I had a separation material like nylon to wear this field isn't as strong.

[@Resignandreset]

Great work as always mate! And nice smile :D

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! The smile cost a lot more than the motor & lift… 😂😂👍

[@Resignandreset]

@@10MinuteWorkshop It is never cheap, but looks good! Well done! Thanks for sharing so much with us, I am about to start focusing on furniture making and try to migrate to it as full time in the next couple of years, you have thought me a lot and I am very grateful for it!

[@gundulf3084]

brilliant as always Peter, and very insightful. Thank you.

[@oneeyedphotographer]

When I wanted a torsion box, I went to Bunnings and bought a cheap internal door. It wouldn't do that job, but with a sheet of thick MDF on top, it might. I wanted mine for a bed inside Tin Can where it's fine, affixed and hinged to the side and some fold down legs that, when up, hide the bedding. A lightweight foam mattress makes be-making easy.

[@steenfraosterbro3268]

Hi Peter. I have said it before and I'll say it again. You are my most expensive KZbin relationship. Just ordered a lift and router from Sautershop. Have been looking for a set up for a long time. For some reason I missed this video earlier. You made my decision easy and 5% cheaper (thank you!). Not sticking it to you (UK), but the B2B VAT saved me another 19%. You know being part of that EU thingie.

[@marcelbosse2043]

Hi Peter! I am new to your Channel and enjoy your vids. I do appreciate your honesty and transparency!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Marcel, and welcome! 👍

[@lapisredux]

i was marvelling at your ingenuity......until it came to attaching the carefully constructed bench top to the wall !!..from you i would have expected a wheeled scissor lift contraption for flawless fitting.

[@Jackman8594]

Great build!!! But t track needs to be radiused to fit stuggly in the dado. Lol just kidding love your videos 😂

[@markhoward324]

Great job

[@usaf4dbt]

Thank you!

[@markarmstrong2592]

A lot work but well worth it. really well built and will last for years good luck Peter hope you enjoy it

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Mark! 👍

[@roncunning3117]

Nice work Peter! A big howdy from Texas.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Ron, and best wishes from London! 👍

[@carllamb6711]

Hi peter, Well yet again what a bloody awesome build, you cease to amaze me mate what a great video thanks for sharing this with us Peter, looking forward to the final part of the build when you build the Drawers 👍👍👍👍

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Carl! 👍

[@hoggyhogwood]

Really cool build video Peter, cheers mate

[@terrytopliss9506]

Looks really great Peter.👍👍

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Terry! 👍

[@bradleytuckwell4854]

Great build the plate looks amazing different to what you normally see. And such a great idea to use magnets on the fence. I think you’ve started a trend there. Awesome channel looking forward to your next build

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thgank you! Next big one will be a DIY MFT, but I've a cabinet to make for this bench first! 👍

[@smurph1962]

Amazing what can be achieved In a smallish workshop , great work Peter , lifter looks very well made as well 👍

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! Yes it's a great lift! 💪 👍

[@jked7463]

Thx for the ideas

[@acerjuglans383]

"Talk amongst yourselves." 😂

[@rick91443]

Thank you so much Peter; great build and enjoyable(as always,) viewing....cheers...rr Normandy, Fra.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Richard! 👍

[@iangallacher1458]

Fantastic job Peter 👏

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Ian! 👍

[@espnmk]

Peter excellent build with some genius additions and just right for a small space , thanks for sharing your tips and tricks.

[@KarelKubela]

Great job Peter!

[@luiscinacio]

Excellent work Peter! Expected... Greetings from Portugal

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Luis! Best wishes from London! 👍

[@grahamalexander7230]

That's a serious build Peter! well thought out and executed, Looks like the extraction is near perfect and able to perform all sorts. Nice one look forward to the plans...👌

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Cheers Graham! 🙌👍

[@michael.knight]

Great build Peter! Still sometimes wonder why people don't get a (used) spindle moulder instead of a router table given how expensive they can become with all the different parts.

[@bluewanderer9903]

A good router table - quality lift, powerful motor/router and quality fence - is a better tool for most jobs in cabinet making and light joinery. Quicker set up, quieter, far less tiring, mobile or it can be mounted into workbench, easy dust management with vacuum cleaner type extractor etc... As for the cost of spindle moulder, dont forget spindle heads, cutters, servicing/part replacement and you may be inheriting someone elses problems for as long as you have it, especially if buying 1k moulder (the cost of this lift and motor and table materials). It needs proper dust extraction set up. Also space can be an issue for some. Actually most folks use a lot cheaper router table set-ups than this and have great results.

[@martinlouden9005]

Superb upgrade Peter. That really is a well thought out use of space. I'm very envious!

[@eyuptony]

That router lift is well engineered, it looks awesome. Great router table build Peter, my heart missed a beat when you dropped it. Glad your OK, it looks well waxed up.Tony.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Mine too! Thanks Tony! 👍

[@gav2759]

Nice build Peter...Your dentist has played a blinder too. Next stop Hollywood.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! haha, there's still some work to be done there, but getting there! New me >> 😬

[@FritsvanDoorn]

Looks marvelous!!

[@garvielloken3929]

Impressive!

[@T8RTU]

Simply awesome work and well spent time building a bench that will provide years of service 😎✅✅

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you! And I should flippin' hope so! 😂 👍

[@T8RTU]

@@10MinuteWorkshop 😂😂😂

[@graveurgraveur2691]

BRAVO!

[@tomwilson5822]

Excellent

[@willbarger2233]

Great work. Always interesting.

[@bigmonkey999888]

Hi Peter, thought your little oops only happened in my workshop 😆 Steve

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Sadly, not Steve! 😂👍

[@EddyCarroll]

Great build, Peter - well worth the wait! Just the encouragement I need to finally build my own. Much obliged 😄👍

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Cheers Eddy! 👍

[@handyjim]

Thats a great wee set up good job

[@priestland1]

To have the convenience of a lift must be amazing, I have struggled trying to push up the router from underneath in a more basic router table that would be hard to imagine. Yes that router insert does seem and look to be a thing of beauty.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Peter. Honestly, if you saw the previous video where I stripped out the old bench & router, it was about as basic as it gets. Love the new one, but the old one did the job for a decade and more. 👍

[@stephenrudd801]

Superb build 👍

[@paultay23]

Great build Peter, nice quality gear.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Cheers Paul! 👍

[@HawthornNZ]

The sequence at 1:06 was strangely therapeutic - just seeing someone else, (let alone you, Peter,) wrestling off-cuts through a small workshop made me think, "I'm OK"

[@jackoneil4164]

Get yourself a decent lift table. Those things are worth every single nickle. They even offer little motorized ones. Saved my back many times over.

[@ThePaulus2010]

excellent build.. 2 key features I am going to try.. the switch up top is a must.. love it! and The magnet boards are a great idea! 😊 😊 thank you for sharing.

[@jordanwhiteflower8125]

u are a very skilled maker i had vast experience working in giant factories in china your skills really rocks!!! im an international consultant designer and i love what you do...

[@colindoesdiy]

Hi Peter, an amazing build and video as usual, I feel your pain working on your own, occasionally it's nice to have another pair of hands. I built my whole new workbench on top of a temporary bench I was using then realised it was way to heavy to lift on my own so had to enlist the help of a friendly neighbour to lift it down. My router plate has 19mm radius corners so a little bit more awkward to router out for the plate but I'm getting there. I've gone for an Incra plate and their clean sweep insert plates so will be adding dust extraction underneath as well as in the Fence. Look forward to the plans coming out as I haven't decided yet whether to make or buy a fence 😁. I've drilled all my dog holes in my Bench already using the Parf Guide system which is expensive but well worth it. I'm imagining you will be using your Festool rails for that. Keep up the amazing work, I need to start relying on glue and brad nails a bit more LOL 😆

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Colin! Yes, who knew after all these years that glue & nails could be so effective! 😂👍

[@Taztool786]

Hi Peter. Have been watching your videos for a long time, and have learnt so much from you. That is a great router table you built, well done. The router lift and motor look nice. You also got time to get some dental work done I see😜. Keep the videos coming. All the best.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Tariq! And yes, lots of dental work going on, this is just the latest ‘tip of the iceberg’ that’s visible. 😬

[@EricHonaker]

I'm really enjoying your channel - I just found it recently. On behalf of my wife, the potter, however, I am honor bound to ask: Where is your dust mask, sir???

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you. My dust mask is hanging in a hook with the rest of my PPE, ready for when I’m using a tool that doesn’t have built-in extraction. 👍

[@KMvrtr]

I seem to remember you starting this Channel with a bet about reaching a 1000 subscribers. Look at where you are now! Lovely stuff. And still as inspiring .

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks Antoine! I hope I never forget the thrill of hitting 1000 subscribers! 😆👍👍

[@KMvrtr]

@@10MinuteWorkshop Indeed! You made it almost look easy. :-) All your previous professions come together in this KZbin stuff.

[@steveggca]

Hi Peter nice build! You have most likely all ready corrected it ,but the motor mount should be installed on the other side of of the mounting plate. Must admit that my inner machine builder cringed a bit when i saw the cap head screws going into the tapered/ counter sunk holes.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

I’ll check, but pretty sure I followed the Sautershop instructions to the letter, and used whatever screws were supplied. 🤷‍♂️👍

[@paultatangw5497]

Amazing build, big up!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you! 🙌👍

[@shapeshifterboogie9853]

Awesome build!

[@rdb4996]

Looking good!!

[@michaelosullivan8325]

Awesome and well explained

[@colinmottram6885]

Did I detect some Christmas Present hints in there, Peter? A router dust dingus and Festool pull saw...hope your family is making notes! :D

[@bennyboysutton]

Great looking router bench! As always, top quality work from a top quality bloke! Keep them coming. By far my favourite wood worker on KZbin! Also did you get your teeth done/ whitened 1/2 way though this video? They look fantastic.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you! I've been having a lot of dentistry over the last few months, but yes, I had some more 'visible' work done this week, and it just made an appearance for the outro in this vid. Still some 'finessing' to do, but ver happy so far. 👍

[@kevinwillis6707]

those sauter shop router inserts look great, i just wish they would slot the plate for below table dust collection like incra offers

[@stevemortimer4549]

Brilliant job

[@WelshRabbit]

Beautiful work, Peter. At 25:05, I was hoping you were going to say "... as flat as a fritter." Real fritters, of course, are not necessarily perfectly flat, but owing it its delightful alliterative value, the phrase has become, at least around here (i.e., the Old South of the USA) to mean something is really, really flat.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! No, haven’t come across that one, I’m sorry. ‘As flat as a strap’ is the common one around these parts. 👍

[@josehmaru]

I wait for two things in my life. 1- salary 2- your new video Keep the great work coming..

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Haha, sorry I can't help with the salary! 😂 🤷‍♂️

[@bokingdon]

Nice video and great build!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! 👍

[@marconeill9510]

Top drawer mate! 👍👍

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thank you so much 😀

[@RunarMagnussen]

Excellent build! I've got loose plans for a router table; it's going to be way more humble but I'll definitely be keeping yours in mind.