This week’s mission was to build another modular cart for my brand new miter saw! I actually purchased plans for this cart with collapsable wings on this website. I made some adjustments so that the height matched the table saw cart that I made in Week 2 and my customized Build Plans are HERE. This was a simple build and exactly what I needed!
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Supply List
- 1- 4×8′ of 3/4″ plywood
- 5- 2x4x8′
- 2 ½” pocket hole screws
- 1 ¼” spax wood screws
- wood glue
- 2 pairs of 16″ collapsable brackets
- 4 – 4” heavy duty swivel plate caster with brake
Tool List
- Table Saw
- Circular Saw
- Kreg Jig Rip Cut Guide
- Jigsaw
- Kreg Jig Pocket Hole Jig
- Clamps
- Miter Saw
- Drill & Driver
This was a very easy and straightforward build. I cut all the 2×4’s down and assembled the frames with wood glue and pocket hole screws.
Next, I ripped down the plywood with the table saw and made the cross cuts with the circular saw and Kreg Jig rip cut guide.
For the bottom shelf, I used a jigsaw to notch out spaces for the 2×4’s on the four corners. The lower shelf fit so perfectly I didn’t bother screwing it down. The top piece of plywood I did screw down with countersunk 1 1/4″ screws.
I recommend attaching the wheels at this stage before attaching the wings. I did not do this and it was a bit cumbersome. After the wheels are on, attach the wings with the collapsable hinges. The ones I bought even came with a level which make it very easy. Note: You will need a extension for your drill bit to screw these in.
Once the wings are attached, the plywood can be screwed into the top of the frames and that’s it! Easy day.
Until next week, Happy DIY-ing!
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-Selene Builds Things