Re: Question relating to engine table

Posted by David Grubbs On 2012/2/28 23:34:35

Yes - they are 6x6's. I would suggest that you build the table at 30" high, with 2x4's across the top with a center support, or 5/8" plywood with intermediate supports. Then you could fabricate a second top with the hole in the center, using vertical 2x6's as long as you support them from rotating. One way would be to fasten 3 boards together on each sides, or to just see if you can find a warped 6x6 at Home Depot they'll sell cheap. The 6x6's do warp sometimes. Just make sure you have plenty of horizontal support - wood is cheaper than new Packard blocks. And use 3" star head screws and not nails. That way you can adjust things when necessary. Removing nails is not fun.