I bought a T8 some months ago and realized that I needed to have some sort of mobility for my basement shop. I designed it around the foam storage that come with the jigs so I built the drawers to fit them. I also needed some way to store my SJ stone and also SB (which is on the way). I didn't feel comfortable having the stones without protection when moving around the shop so I made some covers. Anyway, I thought I post some pictures - so far it's working great.
The finished cart:
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Hobbies/Woodworking/Tormek-Wet-Sharpener/i-CLvXmNG/0/b50c8e36/X2/_DSF6669-X2.jpg)
Added an LED light:
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Hobbies/Woodworking/Tormek-Wet-Sharpener/i-G9WDzdJ/0/2607b9a2/X2/_DSF6672-X2.jpg)
SJ stone hanging on a 12mm hex bolt (bolt through double 3/4" plywood and epoxied from inside cabinet) - there is another bolt on opposite side for the SB.
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Hobbies/Woodworking/Tormek-Wet-Sharpener/i-4hwJpjF/0/8b4cc454/XL/_DSF6784-XL.jpg)
Cover for the stone:
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Hobbies/Woodworking/Tormek-Wet-Sharpener/i-6SfKx7R/0/7aee8991/X2/_DSF6933-X2.jpg)
And yes - I'm into Festool - the systainer contains my diamond plates and other sharpening stuff.
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Hobbies/Woodworking/Tormek-Wet-Sharpener/i-X8cGfNb/0/89550868/X2/_DSF6935-X2.jpg)
Lou
Lou,
That looks awesome !! Great work !
Rich
Yes! I agree with Rich, that is awesome.
I have been thinking of building something similar, but I am without a table saw and have not wanted to use my Skilsaw for making the cuts. I have had a Kreg Jig for several years and have used it to build a few things and love how strong the joints are. I have some plans for some cabinets that I downloaded from the Kreg web site, but have not settled on a design yet. I have a finished, two-car garage, which is my shop, storage and playroom for my granddaughter, so space is a premium and mobility a requirement. I like the looks of your cabinet, especially how wide it is. I will very likely copy yours as much as I can. Thanks for posting this.
Rick
Very nice!
LED light's a nice touch.
Stone covers are a good idea too. Chips are a @#$% to get out. >:(
Thanks for sharing! :)
Lou,
Kudos for a fine job. You have built a nicely made piece of furniture and a very practical workstand. It seeme just the right size, big enough and not too big. I think the Tormek rubber mat makes an excellent work surface. I trust you have a turkey baster. :)
I would be curious to know the work height you used. It looks right. I definitely like the light you chose, also. Good light is so important.
Your portable design is conducive to setting up so that you can work all around the stand. I like the rotating base, however, my favorite working method is to walk around the bench instead of rotating the Tormek.
I would offer two minor suggestions with the SB and SJ storage: Make sure you have adequate separation behind the wheels to allow them to dry. And, related, grinding wheels can take a long time to dry. Your cardboard boxes will last longer if you give your wheels plenty of time to dry before putting the covers on.
Good job!!!
Ken
Lou,
I noticed in your second and third photos what appears to be a Drill Doctor drill bit sharpener (middle shelf). Do you also have the Tormek DBS-22 drill sharpening kit? I have both and really like the DBS-22 over the DD, by a very wide margin. The DBS-22 and the ability to put on multi-faceted angles was the overriding reason for my purchase of a T8. Knife sharpening was secondary but important once I realized the Tormek was the very machine the guy I took my knives to.
Rick
Thanks guys for all the nice comments and suggestions.
Ken - I actually do have a vinyl spacer in back of the wheel to allow for air circulation although my routine is
to allow 4-5 days for the wheel to dry - I contemplated drilling 2 or 3 holes top & bottom for ventilation and still
may do that. The wheel is not in the original box - I just used the front box cover and hot glued it in. I was really
concerned about the height so I mocked up a prototype until I got the height that felt right (around 24 inches) and
yes I usually just walk around to the back side instead of rotating. I need that baster tho!
Rick - yep it is a DD and I'm not thrilled with it either - the other device is a Chef's Choice sharpener which is just so-so in
my opinion, especially since I got the T8 - no comparison. My primary goal with the T8 was sharpening chisels and planes
for woodworking with kitchen knives a close second place. I am definitely considering the DBS-22 (notice the empty 3rd drawer ;D).
Lou
Quote from: loutent on January 18, 2018, 04:10:45 PM
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the other device is a Chef's Choice sharpener which is just so-so in my opinion, especially since I got the T8 - no comparison.
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Eeeeek! I hope you saw an improvement. ;)
Really looks good. You have kindled a spark. I am getting started on my own design now. Thanks for the nice pics.
Quote from: loutent on January 18, 2018, 04:10:45 PM
Thanks guys for all the nice comments and suggestions.
Rick - yep it is a DD and I'm not thrilled with it either - the other device is a Chef's Choice sharpener which is just so-so in
my opinion, especially since I got the T8 - no comparison. My primary goal with the T8 was sharpening chisels and planes
for woodworking with kitchen knives a close second place. I am definitely considering the DBS-22 (notice the empty 3rd drawer ;D).
Lou
Quote from: RichColvin on September 22, 2017, 06:01:51 PM
Yes, the DBS-22 is a bit of $, but I've found it to be excellent at sharpening my bits, and I use drill bits on all manner of woods, as well as mild steel and other metals.
I will be looking to learn to use a grinder for a tertiary grind and a secondary point angle (see also Joe Mazoff's article at http://www.newmantools.com/machines/drillpoint.html) for larger bits (especially when I'm drilling on the drill press).
I do have to hand sharpen my Forstner bits, but use the Tormek jig for all the twist drills.
Rich
I think when you do take that plunge, you will be very happy. Above is a partial post by Rich Colvin which contains an excellent article on drill bit geometry. I was already sold on getting the DBS-22 but that article really solidified it.
This was the first drill I sharpened with the DBS-22. Totally dealt with the primary issue I had with the DD - single facet only. Secondarily, the finish is much better, which I like.
(https://forum.tormek.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=3494.0;attach=1722)
Rick