Jodavis Posted May 9, 2012 Report Share Posted May 9, 2012 So since im using solid slab ash for everything no laminating should i build the base 1st? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted May 9, 2012 Report Share Posted May 9, 2012 Wow, those things are massive. Awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allencrane Posted May 10, 2012 Report Share Posted May 10, 2012 I would HIGHLY recommend that you follow the sequence of the videos. Marc and Aaron have designed the process to work very well in sequence. Think about it...there are so many aesthetic approaches for you to use on the top - the most visible part of your bench. You really should take the time to get that exactly how you want it (thickness, width, vise locations, dog hole strip, etc). Only then, should you consider even starting on the base. By the time you build up all the experience with the top=slab lamination (whether you do a single slab or split top, you may decide (as did I, for example) to make thicker (6") legs, which will require lamination, even with your killer timbers there. Marc's videos are in sequence for a reason. Take your time, be patient, and we'll be waiting on the other side to see how your kick ash workbench comes out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewoodwhisperer Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Nice wood! But your ash is showing... doh! I totally agree with Allen's advice. While there are certainly different opinions about the order, the videos are done in a particular sequence. If you go out of sequence, you might find it a little trickier to follow along and anticipate the next move. Having big slabs just means you'll be able to get to the next step faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDog77 Posted May 17, 2012 Report Share Posted May 17, 2012 Picked mine up today but have a long time to wait till the hardware gets here but I still have plenty to do. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woollymonster Posted May 26, 2012 Report Share Posted May 26, 2012 So since im using solid slab ash for everything no laminating should i build the base 1st? Very nice! Just curious, do you have the hardware yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jodavis Posted May 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2012 yes look at the solid ash roubo post thats me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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