I made a similar point some time ago; my waxing bench is 6" lower than my binding/edge work/close up repair work bench.
Because patient careful work deserves a sit-down option. Whereas have-a-beer work doesn't.
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Limited space, but need a tuning bench
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I made a similar point some time ago; my waxing bench is 6" lower than my binding/edge work/close up repair work bench.
Because patient careful work deserves a sit-down option. Whereas have-a-beer work doesn't.
I'm picturing @François Pugh knelling at the futon whilst tuning his skis.
If the said wall is could be donated to the fixed tuning bench, one could make an attached bench that folds up flat against the wall when not in use.
Have someone make you a custom version of this wall mounted ironing board. Make it 72 inches and with an outrigger leg that drops for support. Keep your tuning tools and supplies in the small shelves. A nod to a murphy bed.
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I didn't buy the rotobrush. At the moment I only have my skis to do. So just the brush that comes in the intro wax kit. I have an idea I found on the net. Need to find my work mate. It might be too big for the area I'm thinking of.
There was previous thread similar to this one. I posted a picture of my "tuning bench". Kobalt brand purchsed at Lowes home improvement stores. I have a 1 x 6 bolted through the top.
Unfortunately it seems they no longer sell this item, but they have similar items available.
Edit: The Home Depot stores carry something very similar: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-2...with-1300-lbs-Capacity-1-Each-90822/324234823
Unfortunately it seems they no longer sell this item, but they have similar items available.
Edit: The Home Depot stores carry something very similar: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-2...with-1300-lbs-Capacity-1-Each-90822/324234823
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If you have very limited space a Tooltonic X-Flat folding workbench will likely be the best option https://www.tooltonic.com/en/folding-workbench/50-x-flat-etabli-pliable When folded it’s about the same size of an ironing board and as it has built in jaws that hold the ski on edge you don’t need vices.
Unfortunately, they’re probably not imported into North America.
Unfortunately, they’re probably not imported into North America.
(I may have introduced many to the folding StableMate/Saw horse idea with a 16" x 48" top almost 20 years ago, BTW.) I like the routered edge on yours Sibhusky.
For portable and foldable tuning bench solutions there's generally a trade off between light/easy and not sturdy vs beefy, heavy and sturdy. Foldable sawhorses can be OK, but when you bolt on a top, they can get tippy, too. Especially when you extend their lengths. Something like a B&D workmate can allow you to clamp in a longer 2x for your clamps.
These kind of solutions also over you a portable work surface year round, including home projects, bike stands and even camping/tailgating/traveling. Storage of the tools and supplies is also part of the mix. Tool box or cubbies are options.
If you have wall space, a hinged or solid tuning shelf is an option.
For portability, sturdiness, versatility & lightweight, I think it's hard to beat the Tools4Boards Lightning Tuning Stand:
With the extruded rails, you can slide vises to any position needed.
And you could add a shelf to the legs for a shelf, much like bolting to the top of a saw horse.
I can't remember which event, but these were all around at the top of the run at the last Olympics. Rick of T4B supplies the Canadian team, along with others.
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Ooooooo very very nice.
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This looks like the one the gal had for her XC set up. Since I have a workmate I think I'll try it first. It might be too wide to fit in the space and still work around.
Seems like with the Husky option you could clamp, bolt or screw in a 12-16" 2x4 in the end notches. You'd have additional anchor options to add a longer and wider top that could be fairly secure and not so tippy. If the top was screwed to the 2x4s, it could be quickly removable too.
This is my set up that I use on the front porch. its a bem I made the clamps into a workmate. The beam is steel tube so it gives the set up some heft and stability. This year I fashioned a trough to catch the wax drippings and scrapings. That goes a long way in maintaing marital harmony
This is what I'm thinking of for my apartment. I can just roll it up outside, then shut it down and move it around back when I'm done, since space is tight. Also very portable for hotels, road trips, etc.
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Now that is just the right size!! Maybe the red trailer in behind??This is what I'm thinking of for my apartment. I can just roll it up outside, then shut it down and move it around back when I'm done, since space is tight. Also very portable for hotels, road trips, etc.
Repetitive with the hotel thread, but a 2x4 with the ends propped on almost anything sturdy works reasonably well.
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Testing finished product!!
Please explain why a rotobrush is aboslutely the last thing you want?
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Patience grasshopper.....I'll get there. But it will make a mess in my condo -living room at home or the loft at the ski resort. And I'm only doing 1 pair. And I'll have to check the Dewalt chest....do I own a cordless drill??
I use a corded drill. That way it's not suddenly bugging out in the middle of things.
I've used anything from the floor, propped up at one end, bench and so on.
Unfortunately while I have a shop now space is at an extreme premium, so I back to simple concepts as to whatever works.
Don't get caught up in too complicated, just secure and easy access to all parts of the ski. The second item is something to hold the brakes out of the way.
Unfortunately while I have a shop now space is at an extreme premium, so I back to simple concepts as to whatever works.
Don't get caught up in too complicated, just secure and easy access to all parts of the ski. The second item is something to hold the brakes out of the way.
