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Just ordered mine 😊
Have fun!😎🤙
When are you going to have a video with both benches packed up for loading into the trailer?
Buy decent batteries. Energizer has a no leak guarantee and will repair or replace your device.
Good stuff son! 🤟
I work for a construction company in Natchez Mississippi. And I have been converting my tool trailer to your smart wood shop. So every time I replace a section I get to see everyone’s face when we open the trailer. I have now shown everyone your videos so they understand what I’m creating.
Went to the web site, no sales pitch there. Why would one want smart casters over others. What makes them smart etc... You might want to out that up, so people know WHY they want your castes versus other ones.
I use a small triangle file to resharpen the blade, saves me heaps.
Robert Redford is looking great these days!
I take batts out of everything when not in use
I ordered and download the Paulk Smart Kart (PSK) on June 6th and ordered and download the Paulk Smart Kart (PSK2) after ordering R8 Smart Casters from Bob at Bennington Manufacturing on June 14th. Chris sent me an updated plan for the PSK2 on June 15th, is this the latest and greatest revision that you mentioned in your "Get Ready to Roll: R8 Smart Casters Available Now" video? I am looking forward to the build video.
Yes, you have the latest version. If we find any more errors, we will automatically send the revised plans.
I ordered my Paulk Smart Bench from Repardise on May 12, 2024 and was surprised that it was delivered on May 17th (although I missed the delivery and was delivered on May 20th). I was surprised that the Paulk Smart Bench package was labeled "Made in China" , based on your comment that the bench is made in the same factory as the ulralight plywood, it to is "Made in China". The fit and finish was excellent, the only comment is that the outer layers are very thin and you have to be careful in sanding.
I love this for the flexibility it provides, even if you don't need mobility. It looks like the center of the router bit is about 9.5" from the front of the table. Ron, has this been sufficient for wider panels, or do you do those elsewhere? Has anyone put the router further back and cantilevered out a bit further - maybe just 96 mm more?
Thanks Ron just ordered…looking forward to your final adjustments
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i have these casters on the last bench that I built for my shop. i love them. No more tripping over casters that stick out past the table. i have been using them for 3 or 4 months now, Glad to see Bob was able to get his casters out there on a makers channel.
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what would it take for them to be self reproducing?
Did you previously say you're selling the Florida fixer before finishing it? Are you still working on it? Where are you going? I'd like to use the new casters, but I've already cut out the shapes for PSK1 and I bought one set of casters for PSK1. I wonder if the pieces I cut out already would allow me to change them to the PSK2? I just cut the rectangle sizes and none of the detailing yet.
I modified the original PSK to work with the Smart Casters, and I am still using it until I build a second PSK2.
Ordered, thanks Ron
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My only concern is that my DeWalt DHS790 alone is about 800 pounds!
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Ron, have you ever considered selling the patterns?
Personally, part of the attraction to me is making the bench patterns and all.
It’s better to just sit down figure it out and get after it. It took me a few weeks to make all my patterns. Honestly if you do your own patterns you’ll get better results. Just take yer time. Watch Ron’s video pattern from a pattern that will help a lot.
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I think the patterns could sell because they cut a lot of work down, and they would be cheaper to sell to more distant addresses than the finished bench parts. ALSO, I had a tiny accident with my bench (I run carts on some machines, but not on the bench. I need to put the bench away). The result was I blew up the spreader. I had the patterns and made another one. If you get a bench kit, you don't have the means to replace parts as easily as if you have the patterns. For this reason, the bench patterns might sell to some who are actually getting the kit. HOWEVER. You have to think your actual needs through. Say you go for the new cart system, or the old one it replaces, then you don't need the cool spreader, so no pattern there. The least useful pattern is the one the cuts the holes into the bottom of the bench (it was off very slightly, even though I checked all my measurements. It would be faster to just throw the bench on the horses, in the cart, and trace the location and cut the sockets, that to make a pattern for it. So at the end of the day, the only bench plan pattern that was worth it for me (i built them all anyway) was the one for the saw horses, but if you aren't using a spreader, that becomes a very simple task. The spreader has to fit the horses like a lock in a key. But without that, using either straps or the Kart, you only have the simple outline to do for the saw horses . That was the easiest pattern to make, just a bunch of plunge cuts. Or if you aren't into trim, you might prefer a different outline ever, for framing, or a cheaper one. In an earlier bench, Ron even used the first panel for a saw horse to cut out the other three, it was the pattern. If you did that you would want to run the template guides, then run a trim router where there are contact points like the toes, to get everything identical. If you did that you would eliminate all the problems Ron associates with bearings. Pretty hard to blow a full depth 1/16" trim with a bearing system, when the part has already been punched out. The pattern I use the most is the one for the drawers. Mine is set up so that it doubles as the pattern for the cubbies I just offset it 2 inches and it spaces all my slots. I have made 3 shop cabinets, and 3 cubbies with more on the way
@@tacticalskiffs8134 It would harm the business model. Simply because mass production would start off everywhere and ruin the Business Model. To keep the Business alive it must be done this way. A set of plans allows the buyer to build everything in those plans for the buyer of the plans it does not go further than that it’s for the buyer of the plans only and will always be that way.
Great work Ron and Bob! Ordered the R8’s. My only question is, if I order the wood shop package will it come with the PSK2 plans? Thanks Ron!
The PSK is currently included in the package. Chris will make adjustments to the packages within the next day or two. We will still offer the PSK, but it will be standalone, ensuring that anyone who purchases it understands that it is not the current plan. The PSK2 will be included in the packages. Ron😎🤙
@@TheSmartWoodshop thank you Ron! I look forward to building it!
Got a ton going on right now. I’m in the middle of a bathroom deal at my house and a customer. When I’m done I’m going to do this. Guys The current Smart Kart is great however I’d be lying to say I’ve never tripped over those wheels hangin out. Can’t wait to do this
You will like it!
I built the original PSK to use under a Moravian design. Now I'll build v2 under my first PSB. Happy Sunday!
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Ordered!
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Great work, Ron. Looking forward to the build video.
Coming soon!
Have to replace them in mine at least once a month, because... I'm using it. That prevents my batteries from leaking
You paid $800 for a battery? 😳
You should what the video before you make a comment. 🤔
Sir, as a long time Live show audio tech, I promise 9V/AA batteries have cost some of us FAR MORE THAN $800.
All the top name alkaline battery brands leak. Often in 2-4 years. Rayovac, Eveready, and Duracell WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE THE DEVICE THAT GOT DAMAGED BY THE LEAK. Don't be ashamed to call them As long as the batteries are younger than the expiration date, your tool will be repaired or replaced.
lithium rechargables. they will last you years
help protect the environment and your equipment. Use rechargeable batteries.
I love my original eneloop batteries. They can sit a long time and be fine. I have some over ten years old that still work.
its not even about the environment. lithium mining is worse for the environment that non rechargable batterys. look into it. its better tech. we are supposed to move forward and get better
Buy better batteries. I have duracells in equipment over 10 years, no leakage. Yet i have Rayovac and other cheap batteries that leaked before they even reached their use-by date.
Duracell is the brand I hear most people have issues with.
It was not the batteries fault that you left it in the tool. Operator error.
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The tool manufacturer tells their customers to slot AA batteries deep into the internals of an $800 tool knowing that it's going to have the batteries left in it till they're dead and knowing how bad modern AA batteries are at leaking. They could have put the AA's somewhere less detrimental, they could have used a sealed battery. When he sent it back to the manufacturer they tell him it can't be fixed. That's bogus and it's not the fault of the end user.
Tool is probably still salvageable. Dont toss it without giving it a teardown and a clean with some iso alc and maybe a lil deoxit.
I sent it to the manufacturer and they said it was damaged beyond repair.
@@TheSmartWoodshop They may not want to do they work. They may deny all claims on battery leaks and water damage outright. If you still have the tool it might be worth taking to an electronics repair shop or popping it apart yourself and giving everything effected a gentle clean. If it's already "beyond repair" you've got nothing to lose
if it hit a chip its fucked. even if you got a new chip. no way to program it
@@badnewsbeaver manufacturers typically are able to replace things such as battery contacts and specific components are damaged if they accept the product for repair the likelihood of them being able to fix it is quite high
Is it ok to use 3/4” MDF for the top? I would like to have that machine flat. I bought all your plans. About to start building. You are generous guy. Thanks
For me, no. MDF is heavy and fragile. I like wood.
That’s an old video
I would tend to go for larger diameters on casters because they can roll over debris easier the larger diameter they are.
Great shot of the miter stand! Maybe pre-MFT. That is an option that is really easy for people who don't have the Parf Guide or other system. And cooler if you are just running a miter station somewhere.
The Paulk Miter Stand continues to be a best seller even though I haven't personally had one since the first Total Station
Not using the Fastcap edge banding anymore?
Where did he say that in the video? I'm pretty sure the point was to show people they didn't need to invest in special tools or a "system" to do the job with good results. Would you rather have a product marketed to you or would you rather he show the DIY'er a method to get good results without opening their wallets?
I’ve done both methods, the old school way (this video) works better the fastcap doesn’t always “stick” well
I love the content. The cartoonish words are distracting though.
Ron i want to see when you pull your trailer what on the floor. There is something different for me every day . Nails , boxes of screws, guns lol
Great explanation. Thanks!!
Contact cleaner has saved my bacon along with lithium batteries
Hi I just saw a sticker I put on my 3rd party battery I purchased after watching your video. It is the date 5/5/2021 They are still OK and I thought of your videos to see if I had missed you checking yours. Did you ever follow up as I cant find it Cheers
I wonder if it would work with a regular hollow chisel mortiser bit. They look identical.
I had a number of leaking alkaline AA, AAA, and 9V batteries. I stopped using all alkalines, and switched to Everyready Ultimate Lithium batteries for all AA, AAA, and 9V. I have run that way now for over 7 years and have have zero leaks. Plus the lithiums have a long shelf life and use life.
Great explanation Thank you
I’ve had shapers in the past, always two. I even wired my new shop up with two 240 volt drops. Ended up with two lifts. I guess I am still on the fence a little. So far so good though. I do have another like 10 routers so that I don’t have to change the bits which is a plus.
So helpful! I just purchased the bench, cradle and kart. Can’t wait to start the build. I also have the Parf hole system ordered and otw. Very interested in hole pattern plan to allow accessory and jig planning and compatibility. You are very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and generous. Much appreciated.
Don’t forget the Mafell push pull table saw where you pull the blade towards you. High quality by all accounts
BTDT. Pull them, use lithium primaries ($$$), or use rechargeables.