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We have made a train table for Calvin's HO model train. For the structure of the table I started with the idea of a torsion box which is a structure with a thin skin on the top and bottom. It makes a very strong, lightweight, flat surface. The most common example of a torsion box is a hollow core door. I then added drawers to the spaces within the structure of the table. We left the bottom surface open so that we can run wiring for the train. The torsion box sits on 4 legs which are on wheels. The legs and drawers are removable to allow of the train table to be moved. Next will be to build the scenery and landscape for the train.
Molalla Train Park at Shady Dell:
pnls.org
Kitchen Remodel: Part 5 - Drawers: youtu.be/wLMQ_6Y29pY
Some of the tools used in this project
CNC: http://www.cncrouterparts.com
Composite Nailer: http://www.cncrouterparts.com/omer-b17p-composite-nailer-p-315.html
Cantilever Clamps: http://amzn.to/1TJmAFx
KANT TWIST Quick Acting Fixture Clamp: http://amzn.to/1TJn2DP
Milwaukee 18-volt Compact Drill: http://amzn.to/1sj855F
Whiteside Router Bits Compression 1/4-Inch: http://amzn.to/2pV9ouk
Whiteside Router Bit 1/4-Inch: http://amzn.to/2bPwUhf
Oshlun 8-1/2-Inch Negative Hook Finishing ATB Saw Blade :http://amzn.to/1TJmTQJ
Freud 8-1/2-Inch Saw Blade ://amzn.to/2qtNTfT
Freud 10 In. Super Stacked Dado: http://amzn.to/2gs6lkz
FastCap Glu-Bot Glue Bottle: http://amzn.to/1TJn0vq
Wixey WR410 8-Inch Digital Protractor: http://amzn.to/1TJn3Yr
3M Peltor Junior Earmuff: http://amzn.to/257kfQr
3M Peltor H10A Optime 105 Earmuff: http://amzn.to/1sj80iw
3M Reusable Respirator: http://amzn.to/2cGwyPL
3M Particulate Filter P100: http://amzn.to/2bYwhaK
Wixey WR300 Digital Angle Gauge: http://amzn.to/1UfwoID
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We have made a train table for Calvin's HO model train. For the structure of the table I started with the idea of a torsion box which is a structure with a thin skin on the top and bottom. It makes a very strong, lightweight, flat surface. The most common example of a torsion box is a hollow core door. I then added drawers to the spaces within the structure of the table. We left the bottom surface open so that we can run wiring for the train. The torsion box sits on 4 legs which are on wheels. The legs and drawers are removable to allow of the train table to be moved. Next will be to build the scenery and landscape for the train.
Molalla Train Park at Shady Dell:
pnls.org
Kitchen Remodel: Part 5 - Drawers: youtu.be/wLMQ_6Y29pY
Some of the tools used in this project
CNC: http://www.cncrouterparts.com
Composite Nailer: http://www.cncrouterparts.com/omer-b17p-composite-nailer-p-315.html
Cantilever Clamps: http://amzn.to/1TJmAFx
KANT TWIST Quick Acting Fixture Clamp: http://amzn.to/1TJn2DP
Milwaukee 18-volt Compact Drill: http://amzn.to/1sj855F
Whiteside Router Bits Compression 1/4-Inch: http://amzn.to/2pV9ouk
Whiteside Router Bit 1/4-Inch: http://amzn.to/2bPwUhf
Oshlun 8-1/2-Inch Negative Hook Finishing ATB Saw Blade :http://amzn.to/1TJmTQJ
Freud 8-1/2-Inch Saw Blade ://amzn.to/2qtNTfT
Freud 10 In. Super Stacked Dado: http://amzn.to/2gs6lkz
FastCap Glu-Bot Glue Bottle: http://amzn.to/1TJn0vq
Wixey WR410 8-Inch Digital Protractor: http://amzn.to/1TJn3Yr
3M Peltor Junior Earmuff: http://amzn.to/257kfQr
3M Peltor H10A Optime 105 Earmuff: http://amzn.to/1sj80iw
3M Reusable Respirator: http://amzn.to/2cGwyPL
3M Particulate Filter P100: http://amzn.to/2bYwhaK
Wixey WR300 Digital Angle Gauge: http://amzn.to/1UfwoID
To see upcoming projects follow me on social media
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