Wheeled Workshop Shelf
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Version 0.01
Copyright 1997-2004 David Dienhart All Rights Reserved.
Release Date: 03-14-2004
http://www.dienhart.com
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Disclaimer 0.02
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- This plan is provided on an "As Is" Basis, without Warranty
of any kind, either expressed or implied. Including, Without Limitation,
Warranties that the plans are free of defects, Merchantable, Fit for
a particular purpose, or non-infringing. The entire risk to the quality
and performance of the product is up to you.
- As Always, wear the proper safety equipment and use the right tool
for the job.
- These plans are merely a guideline for a project. Although safety
my first priority in any project, I may not always mention what safety
precautions to take. It is your responsibility to take the proper safety
precautions. Dienhart.com personnel and its affiliates will not be held
responsible for any unsafe acts.
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Files
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- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf.html - This File - Instructions
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01.dxf - CAD Drawing
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_Bottom_Meas.jpg - Reference Drawing
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_Front.jpg - Reference Drawing
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_Left.jpg - Reference Drawing
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_NWA.jpg - Reference Drawing
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_SE.jpg - Reference Drawing
- 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_SE_Meas.jpg - Reference Drawing
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Tools
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- Drill (Preferably Cordless)
- 2.5" Deck Screws
- Compound Miter Saw
- Circular Saw
- C Clamp
- Tape Measure
- Pencil
- square
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Materials
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| Quantity |
Name |
Description |
| 4 |
8' 2x4 |
Vertical Sides |
| 8 |
8' 2x2 |
Shelf Supports |
| 1 |
1/2" thick 4'x8' sheet of plywood or particle board |
Shelf Bottom |
| 4 |
1/2" thick 3" x 6" |
Wheel Mounts |
| 1 |
Elmers Wood Glue |
Every Joint that is fastened together with screws should also be
glued for extra stability |
| 100 |
2 1/2" Deck Screws |
Fasten 2x4's and 2x2's together |
| 20 |
1" Wood Screws |
Fasten Shelves to the 2x2's |
| 4 |
2 1/2" pivoting wheels |
125lb weight rating for each |
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Description
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| Extremely cost effective and durable large shelf on wheels. Holds up to
500 pounds evenly distributed. |
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Setup
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- Print These instructions, 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_Bottom_Meas.jpg
and 62_Quart_Container_Shelf_0-01_SE_Meas.jpg.
- Gather your tools and materials.
- Read Notes Section before starting this project, there may be some
helpful tips.
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Instructions
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- Take three of the 8' 2x2's, measure, mark and cut them into 24"
sections using your miter saw. These will be used as your side supports.
- Take the remaining five 8' 2x2's, measure, mark and cut them into
48" sections using your miter saw.
- Now we will begin assembly from bottom to top.
- Lay two of the 2x4's out flat on the floor. Gather five of the 24"
2x2's. Now start by lining up the first 24" section with what will
be the bottom of the of the shelf. Apply some glue to the pieces and
put the first screw in on each side. Now make sure it is square and
add a second screw.
- Continue this all the way up. Measure 20 1/2" from the top of
the first 24" shelf support to the bottom of the next 24"
shelf support. Continue this until all five are in place.
- Repeat the process for the other side.
- Now set the two sides up with what will be the back, on the ground.
Once again, starting from the bottom, glue and place one screw in each
end and square them up before putting in a second screw in each end.
Continue this process until all five supports are in place.
- Flip the shelf over and do the same on the back side.
- Now take the 3" x 6" wheel mounts, glue and screw them onto
the bottom of the shelf unit using the printouts as a guideline.
- Now mount the wheels to the wheel mounts. Place them as close to the
outer edges as possible. This will improve stability and help prevent
the shelf from tipping over.
- Set the unit upright and block the wheels to prevent the shelf from
rolling away.
- Now cut your sheet of plywood into four 24" x 48" pieces.
- Glue the Shelf bottoms to the shelf supports and screw them together
using the 1" wood screws. (For the top shelves, use a step ladder
along side) (My CAD drawings only show two shelves and the rest as open
frames. My shelves started like this, but I have since added the lower
shelf bottoms.)
- Allow the whole assembly to dry, and viola, you have a really sturdy,
really inexpensive shelf.
- Done
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Notes
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- It is very important to keep the shelf framework as square as possible,
otherwise the unit will be unstable.
- Make sure you glue every piece. This gives the framework additional
strength that will allow it to be rolled more easily and be sturdy enough
to climb on when reaching for items on the top shelf.
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History
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0.01 (03-15-2004)
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