Versatile Mobile Tool Stand Build

[@makermark67]

Great build, love the addition of the melamine top, really looks good with that hardware. Also really like the sliding tray. Thanks for sharing this one.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man! It’s gotta look good too!

[@j_b_9381]

The drill bit half tray is a great addition that definitely increases the functionality. I think I'll do the same with several of the cabinet drawers I've recently built.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

So much wasted space in drawers a lot of times!

[@rodneymartin7110]

Hey John, I'm a tile setter by trade but have always loved building things. I've started to get more serious with it these last couple of years and I want to thank you for your step by step videos. You and a few other channels I follow have inspired me to take it to that next level. I recently did a bathroom renovation in my house and your video on bathroom vanities helped me get through most of what I had no idea how to do. Even though my vanity was different, I got the just of what you were explaining. So thanks! And keep up the amazing work and videos.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

That’s awesome, love hearing that! 👊🏼

[@reo3x573]

Great build! Thanks for sharing. Needs a splash of the grant gray.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Probably will at some point! Haha

[@johnford7847]

Very nice. That black top really makes it look great. And thanks for the idea about predrilling the shelf pin holes. I'm sure I would never have thought of that.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!!

[@jewdd1989]

This is so nice and clean! I really love your shop builds, I love all of your builds but currently my shop is a mess so these projects are my obsession till I fix it! Pls more anytime you can and thank you for sharing!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I have some more shop projects in mind, when I can find the time!!

[@topguncg47]

John great job and your narration is superb. Keep it up I’m sold.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@faragmostafa633]

This press has worked like a charm for my projects kzbin.infoUgkxajoEbapTfqWaadnqb04h6U576yxXp-FE . I didn't even secure it to my table top, mainly due to the fact that I was using a 15 lbs drill vise. It's not flimsy at all as to what others have claimed it to be. Make sure the locking nuts and levers are secured and there won't be any issues with light pressure and patience. I was able to drill through aluminum, plastic, and steel (steel took a while) with no problems at all. Yeah it took a little longer than a regular drill press, but I don't have the space OR the money for one.The instruction manual was worthless, but luckily assembling the press was intuitive. However, the manual would be good for ordering replacement parts if needed. There is a nice breakdown of the parts that are included in the kit. Before ordering, make sure it is compatible with your unit, it is clearly stated what models the press is compatible with.This was an excellent purchase for $40!!

[@584customs6]

Nice work. Your def an underrated channel as your content appeals to a wide range of skill levels. I’m always inspired by your content.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Love to hear it, thank you!!

[@jeremyhuggins8796]

That came out nice! I just bought the crib build plans to build for a friend at church. Going to be getting these plans as well in the near future.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome man!! Thank you!

[@ronnorris1504]

Really nice build, thanks for sharing

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!!

[@kathyphetteplace6053]

Love this build!! Great job!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@nikkihopson5362]

Love it! Another great build and video! 🙌🏻

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks!!

[@michaelheaton478]

I see you finally upgraded your table saw from the Ridgid to the awesome sawstop congratulations that is definitely a dream tool for me!!!!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Haha It was long overdue! Loving it!

[@michaelheaton478]

@@JohnBuildsIt that's awesome brother you deserve it enjoy my friend, you are a true craftsman

[@philshock3805]

Nice little cabinet and great use of the scrap gold! lol Love the sliding tray. As I notice the Ridgid 4512 in the corner and your shiny new Sawstop, it reminded me of my own upgrade transition. The Sawstop is great, but I have to admit I miss that little saw. Had it's quirks but I had it dialed in perfectly and it served me well for quite a while ... all for under (at the time), less than $450. Highly underrated saw for the price, IMO. Wish I would've kept it as a second saw.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I agree. I think I paid $429 for it. But at the $750 it costs now, it’s definitely not a good buy in my opinion. Built a lot of great stuff with it haha but sure did come with some frustrations!

[@snapjamwoodworks710]

Yep, another quality build and video!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate it!

[@northernblueww7406]

Great build!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@rubencampos1873]

Very nice work. Great video

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!’

[@wanpengqian]

A build that others can duplicate! Thanks!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Absolutely!!

[@taylorhopson9740]

Nice build!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

Great job 👍🏼

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks!!

[@josephtofalo3325]

John, great build. Really enjoy your videos. Hey, did you consider having the sides sit on top of the bottom piece for additional strength in supporting a heavy drill press? If you do it that way, the weight of the drill press is supported by the sides, and not by the sheer stress on the bottom piece pocket hole screws (the way you did it). If the cabinet were sitting on the ground, then your approach would be as strong, but with the casters, it seems like there’s a lot of sheer stress on those bottom pocket hole screws. Granted, you’d want to edge band the sides of top and bottom pieces as well if you did it the way I propose. Thoughts?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

The clean sides, without seeing the edges of the top and bottom panels was my main reason. The casters are attached right at the edge, under both the side panel and bottom panel though. So any weight is transferred through the casters to the ground, not just relying on the shear strength of the pocket holes.

[@redscortgt93]

Someone beat me to it but you got yourself a Sawstop! Nice work as always.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Forgot to even mention it! Haha. I’ll probably make a video on it

[@bronsonbaker7670]

Bloody awesome

[@smtkelly]

Every time I watch one of these shop cabinet videos, I go check the cost of ply then cry alittle lol

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Less than one 3/4” sheet atleast so not too bad!

[@ArmyVet76]

That is a beauty 👊🏼

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@controllerfreak3596]

I want to buy this design, but am unsure, I want to use my remnants. If I have 2 sheets of 3/4 ply that are 24" x 80" would I be able to cut all the needed ply pieces out of them?

[@jonathanross9793]

could you make a video about your tools i would love to see your marking tools and squares and sort

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Good idea! Honestly it’s nothing really special or fancy though

[@MJHanegraaf]

Greet video and timely for me. How did you cut the 1/4” plywood to size for the drawer bottom?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Table saw

[@J.M.Lander]

Nice little build. Do you have a video of the drill press table it looks great?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

It’s just a Woodriver one I bought! I think I put an amazon like in the description 👍🏽

[@AVHANDYMANPROFESIONALSERVICES]

Nice job bro ✌🤜🤛

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate it👊🏼👊🏼

[@aaronolmstead8731]

AWESOME!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks!!

[@singhA1968]

excilent work

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@vanho07088]

Video bạn rất hay 👍

[@chrisvanderwielen1530]

Did you secure the drill base to the table top? Or just leave it sitting up there freeballing?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Yes it’s attached lol

[@chrisvanderwielen1530]

@@JohnBuildsIt Ha! Figured, but none of the videos on drill press stands ever show them attached/being secured. :)

[@ALAMOBER360]

John, did you make your drill press table? If so, doyou have plans for that? If not, who makes it?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

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[@fdort3971]

#John Builds it thanks for the lesson and recycling! I'm an amateur builder getting back into it. Just about every video I watch talk about pocket holes. I saw your clever use of one for camping and yes it hides the screws (God bless the invention of screws...can we just take a moment and appreciate how this simple fastener revolutionized the industry? Lol). My concern is does a pocket hole weaken the wood in any way? Would a counter sunk screw be hidden too but stronger? I have very little money...I don't want to invest in something if there's a better way. As a pro...what is your opinion please?

[@fdort3971]

I forgot to mention great job on the tray! You could even take it a step further and magnetise it for drill bits.

[@fdort3971]

What is the yellow cutter you used for trimming?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

In many cases pocket screws are actually stronger because your screwing into the side grain of your other piece, versus regular countersunk screws that would be going into end grain. They’re a very efficient and easy way for beginners to start building for sure 👍🏽

[@fdort3971]

Thanks!

[@sridhargurumurthy303]

Awesome

[@WilliamWatters-w1q]

Where are your plans available? I'm a newbie to this wood work.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

www.johnbuildsit.com/plans/p/mobile-tool-stand-cabinet-build-plans

[@garynicoletti7182]

Hello John! I am new to your channel and I love the versatile tool stand in this video. I am in the market for a track saw and would love to hear what you use to cut down plywood or MDF on your Bora Centipede. Are you happy with your choice? Why?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I have the Makita 36v and really like it. A lot of people compare it to the Frestool, but at a fraction of the price 👍🏽

[@tpobrienjr]

The ancient Egyptians used pocket holes (with dowels, not screws) to hold the pharaoh's ship together

[@WestMichiganJigCo]

The bit he used for drilling the holes for the hinges can someone tell me what it's called? New to all of this. Thanks in advance

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I think you’re referring to the Kreg hinge jig. It’s linked in the video description 👍🏽

[@WestMichiganJigCo]

@JohnBuildsIt sorry I'm talking about the little silver bit that was in the drill for pre drill the screw hole

[@JohnBuildsIt]

@@WestMichiganJigCo ohh it’s just called a self centering bit

[@jonruba4065]

Hey John. I have that same ridgid table saw. I'm struggling with keeping the fence sq to the blade. Any tips ?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

No I tried everything haha. Just measure the front and back of the blade to make sure it’s the same every time I moved it is what I resorted to

[@jonruba4065]

@@JohnBuildsIt thanks. Ya that's what I do. Lol. I'll be purchasing some of those dresser plans soon when I get ready to build mine. White oak is my favorite.

[@paulgreblick]

Where can you get black melamine?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Menards stocks it here

[@mellymel1100]

can't find black melamine..is this formica?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

No. Formica ultimately is more durable though

[@rrscoolkids3062]

nice

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks!

[@TheLukemcdaniel]

I've never seen anyone complain about pocket screws. I don't disagree that they'd luck ugly on a finished project if visible on the outside, but really, as long it's holding together, who TF cares /how/ it's being held together?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Yep, agree! There’s some pretty big debates on them haha.

[@TheLukemcdaniel]

@@JohnBuildsIt I mean hell, the way you did it, unless you unscrew and remove the top, or flip it over, you can't even tell they're there.

[@joser1219]

Bye bye Ridgid saw :(

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Haha it was time!