DeWalt 788 Stand - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

Genetoolman · 05-04-2007, 06:20 PM

I was thinking of building a wooden knock-down stand for my second 788. Shop space is limited and it will only be brought out during the Christmas rush when my wife likes to get involved in scrolling. Anyone tried building a wooden stand that can be easily disassembled for storage?

Gene

ChuckD · 05-04-2007, 11:12 PM

If that is the only time she uses it maybe you can just set it on your workbench!!

Genetoolman · 05-05-2007, 04:03 AM

Good idea Chuck, but I hate to give up my bench space. I might just buy another stand and dissassemble it after the holidays. Thanks for the input.

Gene

NC Scroller · 05-08-2007, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Genetoolman

but I hate to give up my bench space.

Gene how about a B & D Workmate or similar portable work station?

Genetoolman · 05-09-2007, 01:33 AM

Good Idea, I will have to try that and see if it is stable enough.

Gene

Frumper64 · 05-10-2007, 10:35 PM

If the workmate doesn't work out for you, take a look at the Husky portable work stand at Home Depot if there is one near you. It is a square top with X shaped legs and is extremely sturdy and also folds up nicely when you don't need it.

Genetoolman · 05-12-2007, 07:48 AM

Thanks Jim, appreciate the information. I am not familiar with that stand, I will check it out also.

Gene

Daryl185 · 05-12-2007, 02:51 PM

I have 2 of the Husky portable work stands when I first bought my DeWalt I tried using one do not try using the DeWalt on them they set up a vibration that makes scrolling impossible and are very wobbly

Genetoolman · 05-13-2007, 07:18 AM

Thanks Daryl,
I love the way information gets traded on here. Everyones input and experience is appreciated. Thanks for helping me learn from your experiences.

Gene

Rolf · 05-13-2007, 03:29 PM

A couple of the guys bring the Workmates to our club meetings they seem to be heavy enough and work just fine. The added benifit is that you can use it for other projects not just the scroll saw.

05-04-2007, 06:20 PM	#1
Genetoolman Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 25	DeWalt 788 Stand I was thinking of building a wooden knock-down stand for my second 788. Shop space is limited and it will only be brought out during the Christmas rush when my wife likes to get involved in scrolling. Anyone tried building a wooden stand that can be easily disassembled for storage? Gene

05-04-2007, 11:12 PM	#2
ChuckD Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Beautiful Southern Oregon Posts: 694	If that is the only time she uses it maybe you can just set it on your workbench!! __________________ Chuck D A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour. Hegner 18, Delta p-20, Griz 14 inch Band saw

05-09-2007, 01:33 AM	#5
Genetoolman Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 25	Workmate Good Idea, I will have to try that and see if it is stable enough. Gene

05-10-2007, 10:35 PM	#6
Frumper64 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Garland, Tx Posts: 21	If the workmate doesn't work out for you, take a look at the Husky portable work stand at Home Depot if there is one near you. It is a square top with X shaped legs and is extremely sturdy and also folds up nicely when you don't need it. __________________ Jim

05-12-2007, 02:51 PM	#8
Daryl185 Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Lakewood Ranch Florida Posts: 1,162	I have 2 of the Husky portable work stands when I first bought my DeWalt I tried using one do not try using the DeWalt on them they set up a vibration that makes scrolling impossible and are very wobbly __________________ Daryl S. Walters Psycotic scroller with a DeWalt 788

05-05-2007, 04:03 AM	#3
Genetoolman Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 25	Good idea Chuck, but I hate to give up my bench space. I might just buy another stand and dissassemble it after the holidays. Thanks for the input. Gene

05-12-2007, 07:48 AM	#7
Genetoolman Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 25	Thanks Jim, appreciate the information. I am not familiar with that stand, I will check it out also. Gene

05-13-2007, 07:18 AM	#9
Genetoolman Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 25	Thanks Daryl, I love the way information gets traded on here. Everyones input and experience is appreciated. Thanks for helping me learn from your experiences. Gene

05-13-2007, 03:29 PM	#10
Rolf Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Bellport, LI New York Posts: 2,808	A couple of the guys bring the Workmates to our club meetings they seem to be heavy enough and work just fine. The added benifit is that you can use it for other projects not just the scroll saw. __________________ Rolf RBI G4 Hawk, Delta SS350 Philosophy "I don't know that I can't, therefore I can"

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