DIY Shop Stool Tools

Nelson Montero

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Summary

I am happy to share a nearly complete file set for others to make their own shop stool! Keep in mind I made a few items as 'generics' allowing the end user to add their own twist to it. You may also want to alter hole spacing and/or hole diameters depending on the type of hardware you wish to use. Since nothing I purchased was off the shelf (with the exception of the casters), I used odd hardware sizes not commonly used in shop stools. If you recognize my stool from the FB group, feel free to drop a message!

License
Creative Commons - Attribution

You may distribute, remix, tweak, and build upon this work, even commercially, as long as you credit Nelson Montero for the original creation.

Published

1 month ago

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  • Ryan Hines - 1 month ago
    Do you have any guidance on the parts you used and diameter of the tube Thank you for posting

    Nelson Montero (OP) - 1 month ago
    I wanted a strong center support and rod, so the leg template I created is meant to be used for a 1.75" diameter tube. I had some DOM laying around so that was perfect. The ACME screw is 1" diameter, purchased from McMaster Carr (along with the nuts and lock nut). Using such a large diameter meant a stronger support, as well as minimal grinding and shaping of the nut I welded inside the tube. I would suggest only welding a single nut inside the bottom, and utilize a nut on top as a "lock nut". If you weld both nuts at the top and bottom, there's a good chance they will bind up with the leadscrew making it difficult or even impossible to turn. Any more suggestions needed feel free to ask here as it may help everyone reading.

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