On 17 Aug 2006 13:57:29 -0700,
wrote:
Hi,
Im interested in creating a stand similar to the following:
http://www.tameshigiri.com/make_a_stand_2.html
However, I need the base to be separated from the post.
The only problem I foresee is it's "strength" as I will have to
take it apart (to transport easier) and set it back up repeatedly.
Using screws or lag bolts would be ideal but after a few times I'm
sure I'll have to redrill new holes. Does anyone have any
suggestions for making this more sturdy for the repetitious setup and
takedowns? I was thinking some bolts to go all the way through the
base and post to other side and using wingnuts or something. Maybe
metal plates at the base to prevent the holes from widening? I'm
pretty handy, but just don't do much woodworking to know all the tips
and tricks you guys have.
Thanks for any insight!
Try these:
http://www.mcfeelys.com/product.asp?pid=3606-BI-D
Then you can use a knob with a bolt that fits the insert as well, and
you don't need any tools. It helps to use a drill press when
installing the insert to keep it straight- if you don't have one,
they're common enough that a friend or neighbor probably has one
somewhere.
Wingnuts can work- but I used that route on my router table fence, but
it's a pain for a few reasons. First, the wing nut will tear up the
wood if you don't have a washer under it- not a big problem, but they
are easy to lose if you are assembling and disassembling frequently.
Second, the threads on the bolts will ream out the hole over time with
repeated assembly and disassembly, eventually beginning to look ugly,
and finally making the hole large enough for the head of the bolt to
pull right through (This can go the other way as well- if the holes
are too snug, it's very difficult to tighten a wing nut until they
wear out a bit) And third, if you don't offset them properly, you're
going to have bolts blocking each other- not a big problem if it's a
big stand, but it'll be a pain if you're using 1.5" stock or
something.
The threaded inserts are really the way to go- they'll cost a little
bit more (a couple of dollars, tops,) but they're a whole lot easier
to work with in the long run.