PM-728VT Stand

[jonnyphenomenon]

Its bolted down. there's about a half inch gap between the quarter inch sheet I used for the pan and the surface of the toolbox, so I filled it with a couple slabs of half inch plate for extra weight and mass. All drilled and bolted through. I have considered if oil will end up finding its way through the holes and into the top drawer of the box, but I figured I would just put some goop around the holes and seal it up. I didn't bother trying to level it yet. It's actually on wheels at the moment, so I can't see the point of chasing tenths underneath the thing until its on the ground finally. I have a crazy high resolution level that I got for my lathe, so I should be able to figure it out when it's time.

 

[55fairlane]

Its bolted down. there's about a half inch gap between the quarter inch sheet I used for the pan and the surface of the toolbox, so I filled it with a couple slabs of half inch plate for extra weight and mass. All drilled and bolted through. I have considered if oil will end up finding its way through the holes and into the top drawer of the box, but I figured I would just put some goop around the holes and seal it up. I didn't bother trying to level it yet. It's actually on wheels at the moment, so I can't see the point of chasing tenths underneath the thing until its on the ground finally. I have a crazy high resolution level that I got for my lathe, so I should be able to figure it out when it's time.

Sounds like you have a plan....I wish you the best of luck

 

[jlovett11211]

I built a stand out of an old 55 gallon drum. After I had it all set up I filled the drum 3/4 of the way up with water to weigh it down. It's been really sturdy and leaves plenty of room for me to move around the machine when I'm working.

 

[dabear3428]

I built a stand out of an old 55 gallon drum. After I had it all set up I filled the drum 3/4 of the way up with water to weigh it down. It's been really sturdy and leaves plenty of room for me to move around the machine when I'm working.
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interesting, did you put an anti corrosion additive in the water?

 

[jlovett11211]

interesting, did you put an anti corrosion additive in the water?

Honestly, I didn’t even think of it. The drum was for food grade castor oil and already has a coating on the inside. It may be an issue down the line but I’ll burn that bridge when I get there. I have a ton of empty drums at my disposal so if it rusts through I’ll do that for the next one.