The Workmate 425 vs The Workmate 400

[@SkittyCat23]

*Great product **MyBest.Tools** and price.*

[@WorkMateGuy]

They just need to be large enough to slide over the bolts you decide to use for the project. Cheers!

[@elultimo102]

My 400 is a garbage day "pick-up." I have seen more since. It appears that the biggest problem is the use of particle board, which is subject to water damage. I have considered substituting it with TREX or possibly ipe, due to the vulnerability of the particle board. I wish that there were such aftermarket ready-made table surfaces available, as all the drilling and marking look like a major project. What would it add to the unit price for B&D to use a durable surface material, or is that sort of a planned obsolescence?

[@JQuacky]

clear, concise, well spoken video review. now i want a 425!

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thanks JQuacky.

[@Sloth505]

Just picked a 400 up at a garage sale this morning for $40, it’s a lil old and beat up, but still works true, it’s just needs a lil love. Thanks for the comparison and review

[@WorkMateGuy]

Wes Kamp Congratulations on your new old workmate 400. I know you'll enjoy using it. If you decide to replace your panels this video may help out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpzKiKGNhK2cm6c&index=11&list=PLlOO6ucQXejbbilkzKOmvX9k1rJKGJByC Thanks for stopping by.

[@MrLuigiFercotti]

Have not been able to find replacement top for my 400. Will use 2 pieces of 1/2 ply glued together for 1 inch thick.

[@tpobrienjr]

Thanks! I like the shelf idea - will try it this weekend. The extra dog holes in the middle panel seem to be a good idea. I've ordered an extra set of dogs. My old Workmate was ruined by some longterm exposure to something, so I tossed it years ago. Santa brought a 425 this year.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Congratulations on your new Workmate! I know you will enjoy using it. Cheers!

[@UncleFjester]

WorkMateGuy the legend, I heard about your channel. I have the 400 and going tomorrow to pick up a 550 for $25 tomorrow

[@WorkMateGuy]

Sounds like a great deal at $25 even if she needs a little love.

[@bookscienfuegos1122]

I've only ever had the 400. Bought 30 years ago new. I think the 425 is superior on the clamp pivot mechanism. But, I should mention that when it works properly on the 400 its not that difficult to lock in place. You pull the two circle knobs out while your raise it with your forearms and once its in the vertical position it locks easily. But my unit doesn't have the wear that I see on yours. The top panel does warp as you stated just from normal humidity so I will be replacing mine soon and giving the table a tune up with new knobs and dogs and feet. Mine came with the 1/4" masonite insert, very useful for organizing tools on site or even in the garage. Something I would definitely do with a 425. Great video, thanks.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thanks for stopping by and sharing your points! Cheers!

[@eliasmora715]

i just replace the board using 3/4" plywood nice & solid

[@jamiesale9460]

a nice critique - I too just picked up a 400 at a yard sale for $25 and I plan to get years of moderate use from it.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hey James - Wow! You found a great value! I know you will get a lot of use out of your old/new 400. Thanks for stopping by.

[@aldegin]

about three weekends ago i got two workmates from facebook marketplace( workmate 400 and the 550) both for 40 dollars. i have to change the wood panels and that's it! The workmate 400 is made in USA, the steel is thicker than the new ones made in china.

[@aldegin]

I was cleaning the other one, the 550 and i found that is made in Canada! The label on it has in its corner 425 wm, maybe because in Canada is 550 and here is 425 wm.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Yes, for some time there were manufactured in Canada.

[@WorkMateGuy]

The older versions definitely have more "heft" to them. Cheers!

[@hixnada8278]

Hello - had my 425 drive belt break recently. I have a replacement belt but can’t figure out how to get the old belt off and the new one installed. Can you please do a video about belt replacement?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Replacement is simple. Get the belt fully applied on one side. Then on the other side squeeze part of the belt onto the nipples and crank in the direction that will pull the rest of the belt on. Cheers.

[@michaelgoodwin712]

I just picked up a 400 and would like to replace the panels. I would also like to add a 3rd panel. I know the metal indexing nut is no longer available, I did see your video on using a 2x8 to make replacement panels on the 425. What hardware will I need to add the 3rd panel on the 400? I was a little confused on the video about eliminating the plastic slide indexing bracket and replacing it with a bolt. Would I remove all 4 of the plastic indexing brackets and replace them with 6 bolts (2 per panel) with the new top or do I need to buy 2 extra indexing brackets for the 3rd panel I want to add? Any other considerations with replacing the panels on a 400? The ones that came on my 400 are good enough to use for a pattern if I need to use them. Thanks for your help.

[@WorkMateGuy]

[What hardware will I need to add the 3rd panel on the 400?] If you use 2x lumber the hardware for the third panel will be the same as the other 2. [Would I remove all 4 of the plastic indexing brackets and replace them with 6 bolts] - Yes, this keeps them all the same height. [Any other considerations with replacing the panels on a 400?] I suspect I covered everything in the videos. Did see the video about the dimensions for the replacement panels? Thanks for stopping by and posting your questions. And congratulations on your new old Workmate 400 I know you will get some good use out of it.

[@aldegin]

i recommend you to use a piece of hardwood 1'' thickness, is better because it is going to be more strong.

[@deweybarnwell6322]

Do you have a the contact for the guy in Texas on the place top get replacement top for a WM400 Type 4

[@WorkMateGuy]

I have not had contact with him for several years. You should be able to make something on your own.

[@futbol1972]

How heavy so the 425? IMA thinking on getting the 225

[@WorkMateGuy]

It feels like about 40 lbs.

[@ryankoehler3170]

My neighbor is moving and gave me his workmate 400 for free

[@WorkMateGuy]

Wow! That's great! I know you are going to enjoy using it. BTW, I just posted a video on maintaining your 400. Thanks for stopping by and sharing. Cheers!

[@kerekes1952]

So, you both voided the warranty AND destroyed the vintage collector value? :-)

[@WorkMateGuy]

Well, I am a Texan... :-)

[@johnmack537]

Huh. My Workmate 400 (1987) instruction manual is 12 pages.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thanks for stopping by John. Cheers.

[@1stinlastout165]

Drill 4 holes 20mm in that tray, far easy to clean out and dogs storage place too!

[@WorkMateGuy]

Good idea, thanks for sharing.

[@classroom_jams]

What size bit did you use to drill the holes in the middle panel? TIA!

[@WorkMateGuy]

Veronica Ulloa They are all 20mm.

[@texascrossbowdude636]

Can you use the red holders with a 20mm hole

[@WorkMateGuy]

Yes, the Red Bench Dogs will work in a 20mm hole as this is the standard size for all Workmates. Cheers!

[@texascrossbowdude636]

Awesome thx

[@rubenmadrid3154]

How did you determine were to drill the holes and how many to do? I would like to drill holes on my workmate. Any tips would be greatly appreciated 👍

[@kathleenzimmerman8227]

Hi John :-D

[@lewisblack3053]

The assembly instructions on the 425 are awful. I had to use a KZbin video to put it together.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Cheers!

[@rolex101575]

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[@WorkMateGuy]

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[@ThanhTran-uh8wx]

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