[dwwright]

I've got an old Delta contractors saw (belt driven) that I think I'd like to build a new base for. Currently it has the standard box square base that I originally drilled two holes and put some 6" wheels/axle on the back for moving it about. Anyway, I think I'm finally tired of lifting the front side to move it and would like some more storage for accessories. Thinking about a base that has lockable castors, drawers on each side, and maybe the center is open for a saw dust catch on the backside.

Anyone built one before? If so, would you mind posting some pics and recommendations.

Thanks

 

[daryl in nanoose]

This is something I will be doing in the near futue to in the meantime here is a link and a few pics.http://woodstore.net/shoptoolac.html

 

[dwwright]

Thanks Daryl! That's what I'm talking about. The one I'm thinking about is like the center one, but without the extension and another set of drawers on the left side. I built a b-type fence a while back for another saw, but would probably keep the stock fence. Would also like to put on a new bump switch so I can just "bump" it with my knee to turn it off.

Thanks again...

 

[daryl in nanoose]

Take a look through here, some interesting idea's http://www.woodcentral.com/shots/shots.shtml
I think the biggest plan is to keep the base as low as possible to maximize the storage area.