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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 15:02:31 GMT -5
What I have been doing for a while? Other than working like crazy, I have been on a secret mission to totally revamp my workbench. Thanks to you guys especially Mike aka Medicman71 for showing off your cool work benches!!! Here's pic of my old workbench... nothing really nice or sexy!  Totally CLEAN workbench and ready for the upgrades...  I was very fortunate because a good local friend of mine wanted to get rid of those so I was able to get them for a good deal. Then I ordered 11 more sets to make it complete. My car trunk was so full...  Then a big box has arrived...  Time to build the new sets...  At first I was intimidated by amount of work needed to complete but it became easier when I got a better hang of building... using proper tools really helped!  I found that a knife with wide angled blade worked best to cut the connecting pieces apart and remove the rest...  It really helps to use plenty of paint masking tapes...    The instructions said to use q-tip but I found that an old thick WET paintbrush works best to remove excessive wood glue...  
Hammering the magnets in was probably the best part!  My improved workbench and I am very pleased now... my friend has three more sets for me so it will make the top row complete eventually.  Can't wait to make it 100% complete in a week or two! |
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Post by Joe Rix on Nov 28, 2023 15:08:49 GMT -5
That is down right impressive. I’ve been eye balling some renovation to my bench as well. You may have given me the inspiration I need.
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Post by Green KreationZ on Nov 28, 2023 15:15:23 GMT -5
Where have I been for a while? Other than working like crazy, I have been on a secret mission to totally revamp my workbench. Thanks to you guys especially Mike aka Medicman71 for showing off your cool work benches!!! Here's pic of my old workbench... nothing really nice or sexy! Totally CLEAN workbench and ready for the upgrades... I was very fortunate because a good local friend of mine wanted to get rid of those so I was able to get them for a good deal. Then I ordered 11 more sets to make it complete. My car trunk was so full... Then a big box has arrived... Time to build the new sets... At first I was intimidated by amount of work needed to complete but it became easier when I got a better hang of building... using proper tools really helped! I found that a knife with wide angled blade worked best to cut the connecting pieces apart and remove the rest... It really helps to use plenty of paint masking tapes... The instructions said to use q-tip but I found that an old thick paintbrush works best to remove excessive wood glue...
Hammering the magnets in was probably the best part! My improved workbench and I am very pleased now... my friend has three more sets for me so it will make the top row complete eventually. Can't wait to make it 100% complete in a week or two! That is awesome! I love all the little drawers. You are about to be extremely organized! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 15:23:20 GMT -5
That is down right impressive. I’ve been eye balling some renovation to my bench as well. You may have given me the inspiration I need. Thanks buddy! Always happy to help... we can blame Mike and others again. LOL You can check the site where I ordered the sets from. Best part is that the shop is located right here in Indiana. Good luck! Here's the link... www.hobbyzone.biz |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 15:28:08 GMT -5
Where have I been for a while? Other than working like crazy, I have been on a secret mission to totally revamp my workbench. Thanks to you guys especially Mike aka Medicman71 for showing off your cool work benches!!! That is awesome! I love all the little drawers. You are about to be extremely organized! Thanks man! No kidding... its me and my OCD thing... the best news are that my two big drawers are less clustered and better organized now! BEFORE...  NOW...  It even has room for all of my spray cans too! LOL |
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Post by Green KreationZ on Nov 28, 2023 15:35:03 GMT -5
What are those little yellow egg shaped things in the drawer?
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Post by Medicman71 on Nov 28, 2023 15:42:43 GMT -5
HOLY CRAP!!!! I'm actually jealous! It looks awesome!! I'm telling you, you'll love having almost everything an arms length away.
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Post by adt70hk on Nov 28, 2023 15:44:31 GMT -5
What I have I been doing for a while? Other than working like crazy, I have been on a secret mission to totally revamp my workbench. Thanks to you guys especially Mike aka Medicman71 for showing off your cool work benches!!! Here's pic of my old workbench... nothing really nice or sexy! Totally CLEAN workbench and ready for the upgrades... I was very fortunate because a good local friend of mine wanted to get rid of those so I was able to get them for a good deal. Then I ordered 11 more sets to make it complete. My car trunk was so full... Then a big box has arrived... Time to build the new sets... At first I was intimidated by amount of work needed to complete but it became easier when I got a better hang of building... using proper tools really helped! I found that a knife with wide angled blade worked best to cut the connecting pieces apart and remove the rest... It really helps to use plenty of paint masking tapes... The instructions said to use q-tip but I found that an old thick WET paintbrush works best to remove excessive wood glue...
Hammering the magnets in was probably the best part! My improved workbench and I am very pleased now... my friend has three more sets for me so it will make the top row complete eventually. Can't wait to make it 100% complete in a week or two! Andy, Andy, Andy I hope you take what is about to follow in the way I which it is intended.....  If you were not a fellow Mod/Admin and of course an all round top chap.......I could dislike you somewhat.....the first picture of your original bench, I thought was the revamped version.....I really did......honestly......given that I work on a small kitchen table it had me drooling with jealously and then..... ....then..... .....you go and Hobby Zone it to the MAX!!!.....that's just plain cruel old chap!     In short, I am sooooooooooooooooooooooooo very jealous!!! Out of interest, have you got your will sorted out?? If not, I'm willing to be a beneficiary of your work room!   In all seriousness, though that really is looking the business! ATB Andrew PS Out of interest, was the HZ stuff on special....and so you thought it would have been rude not to take advantage!?!?!? |
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Post by keavdog on Nov 28, 2023 15:46:11 GMT -5
Looks great. I did something similar a while back with those Hobby Zone modular bits. Sure cleans up the workbench.
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 15:50:46 GMT -5
What are those little yellow egg shaped things in the drawer? Famous silly putty that we use to create camo. I hope they are still good despite being few years old now. LOL |
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Post by Medicman71 on Nov 28, 2023 15:52:36 GMT -5
Looks great. I did something similar a while back with those Hobby Zone modular bits. Sure cleans up the workbench.
And I'm responsible for this as well.
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 15:53:37 GMT -5
HOLY CRAP!!!! I'm actually jealous! It looks awesome!! I'm telling you, you'll love having almost everything an arms length away. Actually THANK YOU for giving me the motivation and the nudge to make the big move! One thing I really love about this system is that I can change the settings anytime and to remove the tools holder set off and place it closer to me while I am working. I owe you a beer or two... |
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Post by Medicman71 on Nov 28, 2023 15:56:05 GMT -5
HOLY CRAP!!!! I'm actually jealous! It looks awesome!! I'm telling you, you'll love having almost everything an arms length away. Actually THANK YOU for giving me the motivation and the nudge to make the big move! One thing I really love about this system is that I can change the settings anytime and to remove the tools holder set off and place it closer to me while I am working. I owe you a beer or two...
You're welcome! Anything I can do to help people in the hobby!
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 16:04:31 GMT -5
Looks great. I did something similar a while back with those Hobby Zone modular bits. Sure cleans up the workbench. Thanks buddy! I wish I could have done this much sooner but I didn't have that kind of money until I received a good offer from my local friend. He is in process of changing from the wood sets to 3D printed sets now and it really looks very nice and futuristic! |
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Post by chromdome35 on Nov 28, 2023 16:11:49 GMT -5
That looks great!
I've eyed the Hobby Zone stuff for a while, I'm interested in hearing how it "works" for you after you've had some time to work with it.
Anything you dislike about it?
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 16:25:54 GMT -5
What I have I been doing for a while? Other than working like crazy, I have been on a secret mission to totally revamp my workbench. Thanks to you guys especially Mike aka Medicman71 for showing off your cool work benches!!! Here's pic of my old workbench... nothing really nice or sexy! Andy, Andy, Andy I hope you take what is about to follow in the way I which it is intended..... If you were not a fellow Mod/Admin and of course an all round top chap.......I could dislike you somewhat.....the first picture of your original bench, I thought was the revamped version.....I really did......honestly......given that I work on a small kitchen table it had me drooling with jealously and then..... ....then..... .....you go and Hobby Zone it to the MAX!!!.....that's just plain cruel old chap! In short, I am sooooooooooooooooooooooooo very jealous!!! Out of interest, have you got your will sorted out?? If not, I'm willing to be a beneficiary of your work room! In all seriousness, though that really is looking the business! ATB Andrew PS Out of interest, was the HZ stuff on special....and so you thought it would have been rude not to take advantage!?!?!? LOLOLOL! Your comment truly made me laugh out loud!!! I was worried that you would be upset that I removed the Union Jack flag. Don't worry because I will find a new spot for it along with other flags of my favorite European countries as soon as the new workbench is complete. I am very fortunate that I have a full sized basement so there's a lot of space here for my growing stash of model kits. I am sorry about your limited space situation so maybe you can expand the kitchen so it won't be an issue. Maybe I can help you? Why? Because I will be coming to England in August... I definitely will be in touch! |
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Post by Tojo72 on Nov 28, 2023 16:29:12 GMT -5
Congrats looks really great and functional
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 16:38:07 GMT -5
That looks great! I've eyed the Hobby Zone stuff for a while, I'm interested in hearing how it "works" for you after you've had some time to work with it. Anything you dislike about it? Thanks Brian! There's not much to dislike about those sets! I would say the only two thing I don't like... first is that it requires a lot of time to build each set especially those with 3 & 6 drawers! I found it to be effective to do three sets at a time so I can take turns to work when the glue is dry enough for next steps. Secondly, they are not that cheap... I consider it an important investment for my hobby so I can keep modeling for many more years. I was very fortunate that my friend has already built 15 sets so I only had to build 11 more sets. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 16:47:09 GMT -5
Congrats looks really great and functional Thanks Tony! I still need to add labels to all of the drawers so it will help me locate everything. |
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Post by kyledehart5 on Nov 28, 2023 17:06:09 GMT -5
Holy smokes Andy!! I may be a bit jealous too given that I work at my dining room table. 😂😂 Those storage units with all the drawers and the racking all looks awesome! And very handy and easy to organize. I love that. Well done, my friend.
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Post by keavdog on Nov 28, 2023 17:24:11 GMT -5
There is a lot of assembly and I kept failing to get my magnet polarity correct
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 17:35:41 GMT -5
Holy smokes Andy!! I may be a bit jealous too given that I work at my dining room table. 😂😂 Those storage units with all the drawers and the racking all looks awesome! And very handy and easy to organize. I love that. Well done, my friend. I'd be happy to help you convert your dining room into a man cave as long as you send your wife away for few days. LOL Glad you liked it too. The company is based right here in Indiana too. Another reason to support a local business! |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 28, 2023 17:36:47 GMT -5
There is a lot of assembly and I kept failing to get my magnet polarity correct LOL! I had too much fun with that part too! My friend had magnets mixed up so I had to take several out and reinstall to make them work. |
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Post by kyledehart5 on Nov 28, 2023 18:32:00 GMT -5
Holy smokes Andy!! I may be a bit jealous too given that I work at my dining room table. 😂😂 Those storage units with all the drawers and the racking all looks awesome! And very handy and easy to organize. I love that. Well done, my friend. I'd be happy to help you convert your dining room into a man cave as long as you send your wife away for few days. LOL Glad you liked it too. The company is based right here in Indiana too. Another reason to support a local business! 😂😂 I’m sure she wouldn’t mind that at all. It is cool they’re an Indiana company! |
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Post by dupes on Nov 28, 2023 19:04:38 GMT -5
You do realize, Andy, that this now means that you no longer have any excuses to not be building all of the time. 😉
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Post by 406 Silverado on Nov 28, 2023 19:20:09 GMT -5
This is really something Andy. What an effective way to organize all the tools and materials right there on the workbench. You good sir…..are to be envied.  |
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Post by tcoat on Nov 28, 2023 19:39:59 GMT -5
Impressive but I would never find anything. Who needs more than a square foot of working space anyway?  |
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Post by Leon on Nov 28, 2023 20:09:29 GMT -5
That looks really great Andy!
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Post by buddho on Nov 28, 2023 20:15:52 GMT -5
Wow, wow, wow! Love the layout...🤓
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Post by stikpusher on Nov 28, 2023 20:38:16 GMT -5
Andy, that is one good looking set up, and I'm sure that you will have years of good use of your new set up.
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