The Class Act Aquarium Stand

[user 2204]

Don't you just hate when tablesaws act up? *lol* Had to perform a tablesaw tune up yesterday as I had a blade get stuck on the arbor for some unknown reason. New blade was installed on there too. Stupid Craftsman tablesaw (cheap). I really cannot wait to get the Powermatic that I have my eye on.

So after lubing everything, retorquing all bolts as necessary and all adjustments have been performed, we are back to cutting wood.

 

[user 2204]

So since I had to test out the tablesaw after doing the annual maintenance on it. I decided why not build just one more of these little projects that have been on the do list for far to long.

A little saltwater vial test holder. Got tired of always spilling those darned things, so here is what I came up with. Still needs to be finish sanded and painted a nice bright white. Why paint? Well all the tests I've ever done say to hold vial up to a white background or look down onto a white background. So what easier way but paint this white. Sweet!!!

 

[eww]

Wow that's a pretty special table saw that cuts those circular holes like that Alex. Very cool.

Nice work man. I would love to have one of those. I think I have spilled almost as many vials as I have had be successful.

 

[user 26995]

Yeah, me too. That is really cool. Are you taking orders for those. I'd like one with room for 6 test vials.

 

[user 2204]

Sounds like I may have to make a few extras. We'll see how it turns out after paint. It definately looks kick butt after sanding down with 220.

If this turns out a okay, I would be more than happy to make a few extras. This one I am making can hold the APi test vials and the Salifert round test vials and also has a slot to hold the test cards while testing.

Cheers,
Alex

 

[user 2204]

Sneek Peeks at what's happening in the shop today... Stay tuned for more. :music:

Cheers,
Alex

 

[eww]

Man those are nice Alex. Very professional looking.

 

[1guydude]

+1 man u do great stuff so far from wat ive seen!!! Keep up the good work sir!

 

[user 2204]

SHOP SHOTS for Thursday July 14th 2011. :music:

Board jointing going on today. This will be the left side of the canopy. Still need to glue up and then cut to correct size. Also going to do a LOT of trim work to the canopy, just like I did with the stand. Doing all this jointing without a true jointer proves to be very tedious in the set up process. And not to worry, the dark section will turn invisible soon. :lol:

And THx for the kind words everyone.
Alex

 

[user 2204]

SHOP SHOTS Part2
Sorry, I should've taken a few shots outside cutting these 8 foot boards down. :lol:

 

[Krish]

Now here's the Alex I know!!! Still tagging along!

 

[TJL]

Its looking good Alex, and anytime you need to come over and use the Jointer just let me know bud. Very COOL idea on the testing stations also.

Cheers, Todd

 

[Peppie]

Its nice to see some progress on your hood. I am guessing it is poplar you are using? It is a pain to joint without a joiner. In the past I have had to make sure I had a board 1 1/2'' wider than what I needed, just cause I had to run in thru the table saw so many times to be sure to get a straight edge. lol I invested in a 72'' x 8'' powermatic, but I still find myself at the table saw with a very good rip blade for shorter joints

Your table saw tune up project came out very nice. That would be a great project for the Workshop Give-a-Way. I know it doesnt take that much more time to crank out a couple more once you have your jigs set up.

 

[user 2204]

THx guys.

Todd: I may take you up on the offer. I am trying to set up my router table as a edge jointer. So far the test pieces are good to go. So we shall see what tomorrow holdsfor the real pieces to be joined.

Peppie: Yes it is poplar wood. That is what I decided to use for the stand and originally I was going to paint the whole thing, but sincve the wife asked me to try and stain it a nice dark color, I went that route.
I usually find that I use the table saw to get a clean straight edge before I use my router table as a jointer. I sometimes wish I had the room for all the tools, but I find myself limited with a one car garage.

 

[Peppie]

I too am limited on space. I have most of my stationary tools on wheels,except the tablesaw. It is still a pain to roll it out and use it, but sometimes it makes all the difference in the world.

Some may say a saw blade is a saw blade, but you and I know different. I bit the bullet and bought a very good rip blade,and have had very good luck producing a glueable joint. Over time the cost out ways the time.

 

[user 2204]

Some may say a saw blade is a saw blade, but you and I know different.

I hear ya there. I think the I have probably spent over $300 on the few sawblades I currently have. I never use those cheapy ones they give you with the tool purchase. I find that I am partial to the Frued sawblades. I even spent some $$ for my circular sawblade. Nice Avanti ultra fine 60 tooth for that little guy and WOW what a nicer cut than even the Diablo contractor series.

And awesome job on your 4th set up there. I think yours blows mine away. :lol:

Cheers,
Alex

 

[user 2204]

SHOP SHOTS for Friday, July 15th 2011.

So I finally bit the bullet and bought some real man clamps while Rockler has there buy one get second item 50% deals. Still spendy, but WOW what a difference. I like these parallel clamps much better than my standard bar clamps.

 

[TJL]

Sweeeet! You won't regret buying them, wish that I had kept more of them from my Furniture shop days. Can't go wrong with Bessey and/or Pony clamps.

Cheers, Todd

 

[user 2204]

Yahoo... Got my postal delivery today and received just what I've been waiting for... Awesome!!! These will be put to use today!!!

 

[Scooterman]

Those are very nice, i want some!