Torsion Box Outfeed Table
Introduction: Torsion Box Outfeed Table
My version of the Torsion Box table. This torsion box outfeed table includes tracks for track clamps, a downdraft area with bench dog holes, and integrated drawers inside the torsion box grid system. If you need additional information, I do have plans that detail out all the dimensions as well as cust sheets!
Download plans here
Supplies
Table Saw Track Saw (use a circular saw with a guide as an alternative)
Miter Saw (use a circular saw with a guide as an alternative)
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Power Drill/Driver Dovetail Bit : https://amzn.to/2TtDGRC
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Bessey Steel Ratchet Clamps : https://amzn.to/2TtDGRC
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Microjig Matchfit System : https://amzn.to/38BfW5N
20” Drawer Sliders : https://amzn.to/2TtDGRC
Nailer and Tank : https://amzn.to/2TtDGRC
Bora Foldable Stand : https://amzn.to/2TtDGRC
3/4” Forstner Bit : https://amzn.to/2TtDGRC
4 sheets 3/4” Plywood
2 sheets 1/2” plywood
Screws (Various Lengths) 1-1/2” to 3”
Step 1: Break Down the Sheets
The first thing when working with sheet goods is to break it down into more manageable parts. I like to use a track saw for this, but if you don't have a track saw you can use a circular saw with a straight edge guide. Make sure to leave some extra materials so you can finish up the cut on the table saw. This will ensure that the piece is squared in the end.
Step 2: Glue the Legs
Take the parts for the legs and glue them together. Once the glue dries, use the table saw to clean up the edges and cut the legs down to the final length and width.
Step 3: Trim the Stretchers and Assemble the Base
Take the stretcher pieces and cut them down to the right length. Give the stretcher and legs a good sanding with 120 grit sandpaper. To assemble the base, glue and pin the stretchers to the legs and then screw them into place. Use a square to keep everything aligned. The backside of the base will consist of two long stretcher pieces while the front side will only have a single long stretcher piece at the bottom to support the storage cabinets. Connect both sides of the base with two short stretcher pieces using glue and screws.
Step 4: Add the Cabinet Supports
The spacing of the cabinet supports will vary depending on how you arrange your storage units. 493
I made sure to have 2 supports under each storage cabinet box. To secure this, I used pin nails to hold it in place and then screwed them in to fully secure the supports.
Step 5: Assemble the Storage Boxes
The arrangement of my storage boxes might differ from your setup. I created three individual boxes each with different storage options.
I first assembled the bottom and sides. The top of the box is made of two strips of plywood secured into place with glue and screw. The back panel is secured with glue and pin nails.
Once the boxes are assembled, I attached them directly into the base with screws into the legs as well as the bottom supports. I also secured each box together using screws into the side panels.
Step 6: Level the Base
To level the base since my garage isn't flat, I'm using level feet installed on all 4 legs. When leveling the base, use the longest level you can find. I would say a minimum of 3' would be good, but a longer level will give you a better reading. Once the base is leveled, secure the level feet bolt into place so they don't move.
Step 7: Assembly the Torsion Box Grid
Secure the bottom torsion box skin into the base. With the bottom layer secured, use glue and brad nails to secure the side panels into place. You can use corner clamps to keep everything squared. After the side panels are secured, located the centerline for the long interior grid piece and secure that in place with glue and nails.
To install the remaining grid system, I used a scrap piece of blocking to evenly space out the grid. There isn't one way to do this. 959