No, I didn’t end up trying to do this on the Maslow. I was waiting for some of the accuracy improvements on the Maslow to be worked out before I attempt this.
Given the accuracy variation that seems to be inherent in the Maslow at different points across a 4’x8’ space, I’m still a bit hesitant to attempt this on the Maslow, since the accuracy of the bench dog hole placement/alignment is key to using them as I hope to. But, we’ll see…
I am planning on building my frame with a bed inspired by the Paulk work bench. outlined here
I am still waiting to get my kit so I think I will build it using traditional woodworking techniques. I plan to create a jig to cut the hole pattern to ensure accuracy. Once I get to know the Maslow it will interesting to see if it can accurately tackle a full sheet plus pattern.
His newer version has a chopsaw and router table station. That is the one I built.
I’m willing to work together if you guys want to design this.
I actually built one of these, i’ve stood on it with my girlfriend, and it didn’t bend at all. Haven’t gotten around to drilling the holes yet, but i was planning to just make a jig for it, which you can do on the maslow (jigdijig, jiggidy jig). The spacing between the holes doesn’t seem that critical, as long as they are all aligned, you should be fine.
As for saw horses, i have these shopdogs. They are riggid as fuck as well. And the top beam is very easily replaced when you eventually cut into it.
I made one of these, by hand as well. I use it when I make cabinets on site in a customer’s home. I throw a sheet of 3/4" foam insulation on top and use it with my tracksaw. I never use a table saw anymore for sheet goods.
I used the 12" version of this to draw out the grid to locate the holes:
It’s a great bench and Ron did a great job designing it.
I love the ‘all your gear is under the table so you can move your workpiece around’ part.
Dude’s hocking a system to mark and drill holes for such shenanigans.
No doubt one could crib this and make a jig with the Maslow following similar principles.
I am a NewBe here… just received the Maslow kit yesterday. Last week I spotted the Paulk Workbench, really liked Ron Paulk’s practical approach, and bought the plans for the 3x6 version, along with the miter saw table. They seem perfect for the Maslow!
Over the last few days I have created the parts layout using Easel… this exercise was a good way for me to learn how to use that software. I now have all the files for the Paulk Workbench created, and “just” need to build the Maslow, get it dialed in, and let her rip on this project. I plan to make 2 workbenches. I will keep you all posted on my progress.
I’ve seen jigs for this made from a small piece of pegboard.
I made the 4x8 version of the Paulk workbench with holes and all. It’s an amazing workbench. The one thing i changed was the bottom. I did not use the saw horse design and opted to build a frame made of 2x4 instead. Added casters and it’s sits in the middle of my garage. I don’t need it to be mobile as it goes no where but in my garage. The bottom also holds storage. I would definitely recommend this design to everyone. I’m 250lbs and i can stand on this and jump up and down with no risk. Build it!
Honestly you should just pay the guy and pull down the pdf from his site. It is a great design and totally worth throwing a few bucks to the designer.
kaizen33, did you cut the parts on your Maslow? How did the dozens of 3/4" holes work out? If you used the Maslow, did you use the 1/4" bit, and did you clear the entire area, or let the 1/4" uncut centers fly? And finally, were the holes uniform in size across the space? These are my concerns on this project.
Thanks for your input!
Dustcloud, I made my table a few months ago before I built the maslow. I think the maslow would have helped to make templates and build it similar to the way Ron builds it in his videos. I don’t think it would do a great job making this table but it probably can be done. The way I did the holes was with a drill and the appropriate size bit. I just climbed on top when it was built and made the grid with pencil then drilled away. The designs are fairly cheap in my eyes and well worth the purchase. He has plans for a 4x6 table in his store…That one would be really doable on the maslow.
Yeah the maslow would be better to make the templates, and then you would route them out by hand. If you tried to run the whole thing cnc it would be super slow.
Yes, I bought the plans for the 3x6 table, and have created all the cut files in Easel, using the same set-up scheme as Ron Paulk. I plan to make 2 tables.
To me, if the machine can cut it, why not. And I am retired, so I have plenty of time. My fantasy is that while the machine is cutting parts, I am doing other things in the shop. Of course, my machine is not yet built (T Minus about 2 days)… so I Know Nothing (almost) !
Thanks!
I have a buddy of mine that wants me to make him the 3x6 table. So I myself will be using the maslow in the near future to make it. So i’m with you Dustcloud…why not lol
Hi all, enjoying your discussion. Just thinking out loud. Back when we first built the maslow (Self sourced with what I could get for cheap at first = some big negatives in precision), I uses an index system to move the workpiece down a channel that had bearings for the sheet to move. I knew I was getting great accuracy and precision within small middle section (early model as I said), so just had it repeat the same cut and I moved the workpiece. Not that this would be required now with all the enhancements and such, but I sometimes find myself figuring out special ways to do things I would normally use my router for. This is due to the fact that, due to unfortunate circumstances, this is my only router…lol…and do not want to remove it to do other router stuff.
Just a thought.
It will be interesting to see how a full size like this comes out if run on Maslow. I look forward to it…anyone going to try?
In terms of accuracy I doubt the maslow could do a worse job than me hand routing even with a template. I was looking at the paulk table as a skill builder. Love to see pictures when you finish.
Last piece of advice recheck the measurements on the chop saw and router insert. His measurements are for specific tools and were way off from what I needed. I have that exact table saw but the rest needed modification. That portable tablesaw is my favorite thing. The dial for the rail is a thing of beauty.
