Shop Work: How to make Fisher's Flip Cart
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ต.ค. 2018
- Website: www.FishersShopOnline.com
Instagram: / fishersshop
Store: www.Amazon.com/shop/fishersshop
Plans: www.FishersShopOnline.com/plans
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I reinvented the flip cart with a clever new design so that it's not only a space-saving mobile cart, but it's also easier to use than any other design I've seen! The surface is locked and completely stable with just a single latch and there's integrated power so you no longer have to mess with power cords for your tools! Now you can switch between tools in a matter of seconds and not have your work flow interrupted while you search for an outlet to plug in your machine. A removable front face-plate allows for quick and easy access to the integrated power strip, and a handy storage drawer is below that can hold all your tool accessories. This is truly the best piece of shop furniture I have in my workshop!
If you'd like to build this for yourself, the plans are available on my website and can be found at www.FishersShopOnline.com/plans
FAQ:
Q. I'd like to know how big of a tool I could mount on the cart, so what's the dimensions of the opening?
A. The dimensions of the cart's opening (above the shelf to the upside down surface) = W: 24”, D: 20", H: 19" The plans can easily be altered to accept wider or taller tools.
Q. Aren't you worried that the sides my splay out and drop the flip surface?
A. Not really. If you use quality plywood, it will be quite rigid. But if you're concerned about that, you can always leave your pivot pipe a bit longer, have your black iron pipe threaded on the ends, and screw on some end caps that would prohibit the sides from moving out.
Q. What's the weight this cart will hold?
A. My disc sander is roughly 85lbs and my spindle sander is around 35lbs. I used rather cheap sanded plywood and there's no indication that I'm anywhere near a weight problem. If you use higher quality plywood, you'd be able to load it up even more.
Out of the 2,873 different videos on TH-cam for flip top tool carts, yours is the only only one that:
1. Has integrated power that remains connected
2. Is overflowing with absolutely hysterical commentary.
Your videos, this one in particular, has humorous comments so often that I have learned that I cannot consume any beverage while watching your videos. No matter how many times I have seen them, there are some comments that still make me laugh out loud. The neighbors dog house being dismantled for the plywood, awesome... Dude, you have such a twistedly great sense of humor. And that is written in the greatest of admiration....
Like what you do very much. Thanks 😊
Thank you very much, Peter! Haha! Glad you liked it and that you didn't choke on your drink. :) Thanks for watching, sir!
@@FishersShop I second Peter's comment... This second Peter wholeheartedly agrees. This video earned a new subscriber today. As I am rebuilding a home shop now, for the first time in maybe 10 years, inspiration and clever engineering like this is what I need most.
+1 to this. Loved it so much I bought the plans. :-)
Yup, the first Pete said it perfect.
Love the videos and love your work.
I also agree with the comments of the 2 Peter guys and with the others. I also is the only flip cart that I have seen (though admittedly my search has not been ALL inclusive) that has a positive stop for the final position. Very needed and convenient detail.
"While my neighbors were out of town I took the liberty of dismantling their doghouse".....Subscribed.
Dog is not gonna be happy. Hope it's a forgiving dog and won't bite him next time he goes/is invited over for a BBQ
me too. LOL
Me thrice!
Appreciate the outtakes. Since I make a lot of mistakes I'm getting tired of videos where everything seems perfect all the time. A good dose of reality. Good video and project.
Keith Black , that is literally the reason I like watching TH-cam. I want to see the mistakes. It lets me know what I'm in for when I try to do things. And it's more relatable.
+1 on the outtakes, love seeing people make mistakes the same way I do😆
Absolutely agree. You watch and think, christ I would have mucked that up....these guys are AMAZING....puts it back in to reality nicely.
Yes, I have similar "I'm such an idiot..." moments in my own projects. So glad that I'm not alone... :-)
I'm with you just got done making a mobile mitersaw station. Really really cool got it off Fishers shop plans . Though O I'll save money getting some plywood from work. Not really Paying attention I get it all cut to size and Realize it's 2 different colors not the end of the world but kinda makes you laugh but hey why not right
So far, yours is the only woodworking channel on TH-cam where I *cannot look away for a second*, because I'll miss some vital & helpful piece of info that will make my life easier.
I'm less of a woodworker & more of a "salvage artist." That means I use all kinds of discarded materials to create furniture & home decor. This would save a crap-ton of space in our shop & basement, & thank you for sharing it.
You bet! Glad you liked it
I came because of the title. I stayed because of the editing. I subscribed because of the outtakes. Good job!
I've seen a lot of flip carts and this is one of the better ones I've seen with built in power, cord management and positive stops. Plus you're entertaining as hell so you're fun to watch too. Keep up the good work.
Thanks, Tim! :)
Tim Hinman I agree, the cord management is next level. All these carts seem to have the ridgid sander (which I have too!), which has all that loose stuff. Maybe we should invent some hold downs for the stuff! Also, I really like the positive stops, and I realized that if you purposely shift the weight to the back, it’ll hold itself on the stop, both ways. Great vid, I’m gonna check out your channel!
Again, a super video. Very well done!
gotta admit... funniest woodworker on TH-cam!
I have to agree with the comments below, accept with the 71 thumbs down (why do they do that?).
You are the only builder who has another way to look and think over a Flip Cart.
Very well thought of.
Willy from Belgium.
Thanks Willy!
“Just like all politicians it turned out a little crooked”
Pure
GENIUS
That was my favorite too!
This is the first flip cart I've seen that I actually like
i just built my cart and love it. Got rid of my plans so no one can use them again
Bob
I appreciate your honesty showing the mistakes at the end. At least I know I'm not the only one that makes mistakes. I enjoy your videos.
You are a freaking genius. I am so glad I waited until now before doing my flip table. I would have hated myself and the said table had I done it with the other guys plan. Thank you.
I can't tell where you have more fun . . . in the shop with woodworking tools or in the office editing video!! LOVE your presentation style!!
Thank you very much!
Thanks Drew. I started this build today. Will post PIC's when done.
Sounds good!
Great video. I'm about to start on one with a buddy. I hope he bought your plans!
185 thumbs down? Trolls. They should go back to their parents' basements and leave the rest us in peace.
"If you already knew this then you can try doing it in a bath tub full of water." That's freaking awesome!!!!! I'm a definite subscriber now.
Hilarious puns, great references, and um, good job finding a 4' x 8' panel on your neighbor's doghouse.
;)
Love it when a plan comes together - HS.
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Haha, I had the same slip this weekend and now have disc sander! Hence my search for videos about flip-top carts. I really like yours, btw.
This guy is killing me... the humor is ***** 5-star. Thank you!!!!
You know what was great ? No expensive Festools were used in the making of this video. Lots of laughs too & oh by the way you sound like Casey Cason .
RIght?!? "Just use this 600 dollar tool for this very specific step" - says *almost* every other youtube woodworker
Yes, I couldn't figure out where I heard your voice before-Jimmy is right- Casey Cason!
A little Ned Flanders in there at times, as well.
@@s4nari I mean just because some youtubers have those $600 tools doesn't mean it's the one and only way to do it. They're using what they have available. There's very few builds I've seen that couldn't be done with a much less expensive tool. Lots of the people making videos do woodworking for a living, so they've got the expensive tools because time is money for them and they're making many pieces. If you can take the extra 30 minutes then they can be done, and most videos suggest cheaper ways of doing the same thing.
It's Casey Kasem, but, yeah, he does sound a little bit like him.
Love your shtick. When connecting electrical wiring in Australia we say: Black to black. Green to green. Blue to bits ;-)
I have bought a set of plan yesterday from your shop store. I am very pleased for all the details that will make my flip top cart a lot easier. Thanks a lot
Glad to hear it.
I just finished my build of this using your plans. It came out well, but it was intended to be both a learning experience for me as well as shop furniture. I have a Rigid spindle sander and a Dewalt planer (92lbs) on it. I did put the drawer slides in before I put the top and back on and while I forgot to remove the jokers from the deck before setting the drawer front I didn’t use them. I was afraid that wouldn’t have been funny. I just rubbed some finish on it and hope to use it on a project very soon. Thanks for all your work.
Awesome, Andy! Glad you got it completed. Hope you had fun.
Love the video and the idea of integrated power. One suggestion I would make is to have the opening in the support a bit larger so that IF you have to change out a tool, you can get its cord inside without having to do any disassembly.
Unnecessary Walnut would be a good band name for a group of woodworkers.
That's a brilliant idea! I'm clearly the lead singer as you've witnessed my stellar vocals in the outtakes.
@@FishersShop I'm down for that. I call drums!
Hopefully on a cajon you've built out of walnut
Or a band
Your locking mechanism is superlative, innovative, and easy to do.
I slipped and accidentally bought a Rigid belt spindle sander and then had to build this thing. What a great project to work on. Only had one issue, my Delta Planner was about 3/4 of an inch too tall so i had to figure that out. I could have taken off the crank handle to let it rotate all the way but figure I'd lose a part or two. So I ended up cutting off the top 6 inches and splicing a 3 inch piece in the middle of the sides with glue and pocket screws. It worked out pretty well. For those considering this build they should keep the height of the tools in mind when doing it.
Thanks for the opportunity on solving a space issue in the shop and all the great videos you put out. Time to get busy with those jig plans I got from you.
"Once I pull the slack out of the line, I screw everything up..." NICE!
Dude, you're so funny in a sarcastic dry humor kinda way that had me laughing out loud. Especially the part of the neighbors / dog house comment.
Love the out takes. I’d hate to think I’m the only one that makes stoopid mistakes.
One of the better flip top ideas
Love the out takes, really helps people who often get discouraged by little mistakes
Your humor is as Twisted as the lumber at my local Big Box store! You have yourself a new subscriber, thanks for the great video.
My favorite part is the outtakes, because it makes me feel like I’m not the only one.
Thanks Drew
By far the smartest flip cart I've seen!
Thanks Kyle!
love the bloopers.......and appreciate seeing how you handled and laid out the entire project. Thanks for sharing
I've been meaning to build a flip cart but im so glad i waited! I've ordered your plans and now I cant wait to raid some of the dog houses around the neighborhood very soon!
Haha, awesome! Thanks for your support! Have fun building! :)
Not only do you have great ideas, you do beautiful work too.
Nice, very nice, informative video.
Jack in Missouri
Thanks, Jack!
Great video! Love the humor mixed in. You have a new fan.
Never laughed as often watching a woodworking video. Huge fan, love your style.
"I slipped and accidentally bought..." Man, i can relate to that.
never helps when they build a Northern Tool and/or Harbor Freight store nearby.... 🤔
If I had a dollar for every time I slipped and bought a tool, I could ... well ... I dunno, slip and buy another? :D
If I had a nickel for every time I had a nickel, I'd have infinity nickels, and I'd build tools out of nickels.
Woodworking is inherently dangerous like that 🤗
Just like the my new slave.
I dig your humor! You'd think your poor neighbors would know not to leave their home unattended by now. Great video as always!
Nice narration and a good sense of humor. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’ve just recently discovered this channel and am in the process of watching ALL of your videos. Your commentary is hilarious. You make me laugh! And your projects are great too!
I bought a second grinder and thought a flip top work stand would be ideal. I started to design my own and then thought somebody has already done this. I watched the Fisher shop video and was impressed with his ideas and purchased the plans for five dollars. When I downloaded the plans I was expecting an exploded view of the workstand and a cut list. The detailed explanation that was included with the plans was outstanding so much more than I expected. If Fisher shop has any more plans that I’m interested in I will certainly buy them in a heartbeat.
I LOVE your sense of humor in your videos!! (Not to mention the quality of the work you do). You need to give us advance warning at times though. I spewed my Bombay Sapphire martini all over my computer screen when you described the technique for an electrician to install a new plug on the cord! It reminded me of another old joke: "What's the difference between Voltage and Amperage?" Voltage is what you feel when you stick your finger into a hot light socket. Amperage is what you feel when you stick your finger into a hot light socket... while standing barefoot in a puddle of water!
Thanks for the great design and the outtakes. I love woodworking, even though my little brother got all of the talent. Watching the outtakes, I’m reminded of my number 1 rule when building things, when I make a mistake, I’m done for the day. I don’t even put my tools away, I just turn off the lights, sit down on the couch and have a beer. I’m buying the plan for this one!
Haha, have fun!
I just bought the plans for this project. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised at how much detail you put into them. Good job !!
Thanks
yes very impressive. worth every penny
Made your Flip Cart, but a little different. I only wanted to mount my Dewalt planner. The main modification were the initial cuts as the overall width would be 32". After getting a 3rd grader to help me with the math, I followed the plans and it came out great. I only needed the one tool so the flip side is a good work or outfeed table. I did put in a counter weight so it would be easier to pull up the 100lb planner. Keep the honest humor coming, Thanks Drew!
Obee: What did you use for a counter weight. I have the same planer and was planning to build this cart. I hadn't considered how to pull it back up. I'm not as young as I used to be. Thanks.
@@kenmulvihill1230 Ken, I'm not as young as I used to be either, so I used an old lead window counter weight. Approx 45#, these were used in windows back in the day(way back). This one was about 15"Lx3"Dx2"H with holes on each end tucked away in the space where the power was. Just one of those things lying around the shop that I had not used for years but could not throw away. Sorry, I know this doesn't help much but keep looking around you will find something that will work. UPDATE! As we all know "good enough" never is, I purchased a Rikon 6" Jointer that has a 30" table which mounted perfectly opposite the planner so I removed the counter weight. Good Woodworking to you and all. Obeejaun
I think that the signature of good design is that the finished product does what it needs to simply. Your flip top scores top marks there, great job,
glad you liked it. Thanks
He's the "This Old Tony" of woodworking :) Also integrated dust collection would also be a cool added feature.
I am finally getting started making my garage a more efficient workshop and started seeing these flip tops and immediately questioned how I can put one together that won't require me to tie up the cords and plug them in individually. You did it perfectly and with the sort of sarcasm that make me think you the same kind of jackass that I am...LOL. Thanks for the awesome video....will definitely be exploring your channel more in the upcoming weeks!
I love your acquisition of materials. Never realized the wood for all of my planned projects is already around me right now!
I built this over this past weekend. Plans were great. Thanks for sharing!
Great to hear!
That's it. You broke me. I've watched several videos over the last year, but this one earned the subscribe. Very nice. I think I'd prolly skip the wiring part and just plug them in as I use them, probably, but I'll be following your plan pretty much. I'm thinking some magnets for the stops instead of a latch. Thanks for the entertaining and informative video.
FINALLY! I've seen this video months ago and was looking for it. Saw tons of other ones but this is THE ONE I was looking for! Every other one was disappointing. That is what happens if you see the best one first! Thanks for the video!
Bought your plans. Built the cart and all went pretty well. I pretty much got the same results. I had fun and used up some remnants from a couple of other jobs. I like your narrations and high speed work.
Walnut is Never Unnecessary. And the outtakes does make me feel a little less stupid.
I love the blooper reel. Great to know I’m not the only one who messes up. Great design and instructions.
Thanks for watching!
I love the commentary. You have a new subscriber. The outtakes are gold
Drew you’re absolutely crushing these videos! You're a one stop shop, great ideas, quality craftsmanship, self deprecating humor, and entertaining. Keep it up! You're easily gonna start racking up subs!
Thanks, Michael! Let's hope and see!
I like how you explained the wiring of the plug. Now some on here would say it's pretty obvious what wire goes where but Im pretty stupid when it comes to electrical work lol. I know on and off and that's about it.
I'm still learning though.
Enjoyed the video.
Love this plan and enjoy the humor.
The best flip cart I have seen.
Outstanding design.
Thanks, Peter!
I love this design for the flip cart! I believe this is the same one that my boss built a few weeks ago and now I know why. This has definitely been added to my to-do list for shop projects!
I love watching your videos, you are so much in tune with life in the shop julien
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying them
Thank you for adding the bloopers since most other youtubers don't and it leaves us peons wondering if they ever make mistakes like we do when trying to follow their videos.
Glad you like them!
I haven’t even finished this video yet and I already love the commentary! You just gained another sub! I can tell your skills in the shop match your sense of humor which matches mine. Keep up the good work and we will keep watching.
Edit... Thanks for the Outtakes! It makes it real and also, everyone loves Outtakes!
Hey man, just found your channel today. You are absolutely awesome. I just bought my first house so I finally have a garage for woodworking tools! Pretty excited, been watching a lot of woodworking videos. But I think you're my new favorite. Your skill and humor is just awesome, unmatched in my watching. Keep up the great work, can't wait to see what else you do!
I just successfully constructed your Flip Cart. A great project. And, yes, I made a few errors too, but nothing my chain saw and a roll of duct tape could not fix. Might I offer some observations that others might learn from. (1) To make just one cut of the 1/2 inch pipe I moved the pipe “Tee” connector off center (2) For a bit more strength,I cut a rabbit for the cart bottom and 3/8” dados for cart shelf with glue and screws. Some cut adjustments necessary. (3) My spindle sander would be a bit tight so I cut the cart shelf 5” instead of 6” and reduced the height of the drawer by 1 inch. (4) To protect wiring in the flip shelf I installed metal shims over the saw cuts. (5) To keep the electrical cord from chafing I installed a rubber grommet inside the end of the 1/2 inch pipe. (6) Before installing the 2 x 4 supports I created a paper template of my spindle sander footprint to make sure the mounting bolts would fit. Finishing with a couple of coats of Hokie Maroon and Orange covered up my minor goofs.
Why have I never come across your channel before ?
I'm on the you toobz all the time watching woodworking videos, and have never seen one of yours until this one. New subscriber for sure ! Nice work.
Welcome aboard!
I slipped about four days go as well. I bought the Ridgid Oscillating Sander and the bigger Rikon Strip with 6" disc sander. It was awful. Truely awful. I love that your videos have one great happenstance joke. The buffalo birth on the Serengeti still makes me smile.
The iron pipe T-joint thing is genius. The entire wire path and the fancy 45 degree angles where the flip top connects are beautiful. I also really enjoyed watching you use the combo square. You looked like you were a master at using it for marking layout.
Haha, thanks!!
I really like your latching mechanism. I want to build a flip top insert to my shop bench to integrate my miter saw into the bench. It needs to flip out of the way to allow me to break down sheet products. I learned a lot watching this. thanks a million.
The outtakes are why I liked and subscribed.
Great build and the outtakes were awesome. I'm glad I'm not the only one who is verbally abusive to myself in the shop.
This is the first time I have watched one of your videos and i was so impressed that I immediately pressed ‘subscribe’. Not only is this a super design - I’m going to make 2 of these carts for my workshop renovation - but your wicked sense of humour took this educational film into the realms of entertainment 😄 More than once did I laugh out loud. Thank you for taking the time to produce this! ❤️
You're very welcome! Glad you liked it and welcome to the channel! :)
Very helpful -- THANKS! You are one smart cookie. Too bad your neighbors are gonna git you for stealing their property, but your "flip cart" is a great modified dog house.
Subscribed!
Finished mine. Had Home Depot cut and thread pipe to 14 and 12 inches and added a cap on one end and a bushing on the other end. It won’t splay out for sure now.
Also add washers between the flip top and the sides to make it turn easier but that probably was unnecessary. Very happy with the results.
Awesome! Yup, you did exactly what I have been recommending to people that were concerned about it splaying out over time. Mine hasn't budged at all so far, but it's good peace of mind for those that are worried about it.
I just love the your sense of humor, I now have to check out your website for the plans you offer. Keep up the great work, and replace the Dogs house😂😂
Just purchased your PDF. Quite complete and well worth the cost. Looking forward to the build for a drill press and band saw. I used Sketchup to reproduce your design and found that I can't use the drawer because the band saw is too tall. But since your design rotates just 180 degrees, it allows using stabilizing gussets instead.
I’m also thinking of building a flip cart for a band saw and and drill press and would be interested in your plans. Are they available?
I've watched this at least 20 times now, finally got the DeWalt 735 planer that will go on the other side of my Ridgid spindle sander. I bought the plans but in order to have any extra space I have to change all the horizontal dimensions. Just hoping I do the calcs right or I'll be looking for your neighbors new dog house for more plywood. Love the out takes. Love your work.
Thanks, Andy! There's been quite a few others that have done exactly what you're going to attempt. You should be just fine. Have fun with it!
Thanks so much for the outtakes. makes beginners like me feel just a little less stupid when we make mistakes on a build!
Glad to help!
I wish I would have seen this video before I built my shop cart. I wonder if I can salvage that project. I looked at as many versions of a flip cart I could find. This is by far the best. I love your videos. I especially love your honesty with the out takes. I am so reassured when I see other people make the same dumb mistakes that I do. There is hope for me yet. Keep up the great videos. You are one of the best.
Thank you very much, Joseph! :)
"I slipped and bought a sander" my wife doesn't believe me when that happens.
Brilliant, now I just need to "slip and accidentally buy" both of those power tools". Great work!
Love the humor and outtakes, they give me confidence.
I like the “bloopers” at the end of the vid, these let us all laugh.
We all make mistakes.
O.B.T. Great flip cart design.
This was my next project anyway but your version has moved it up on my ToDo list! Bought the plans and subbed! GREAT JOB and thanks for sharing. Oh, if anyone is still on the fence for buying the plans, let me assure you, they are done VERY VERY well!
Thanks!! Glad to have ya and thank you for your support!
Sure thing! Our Home Depot here in Tampa, FL just started carrying Radiata Plywood and I'm excited to try it out and I'll be using that to build mine. I'm intending to build two at the same time. This will allow me to disassemble the large bench I have in my shop taking up so much room. Again, thanks and I'll try to either record some of the build or at the very least take photos.
@@eketelon I came here for reviews before buying and you've sold me on it. The coincidence of me growing up in Tampa might have had something to do with it : )
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I am thinking about buying the plans, before buying, materials (wood wise) what is needed.
I bought the plans. $5 is a RIDICULOUS value! I normally spend hours figuring out how I’m going to build a project. I’m going to attempt to build this thing in one day which NEVER happens. Thanks for doing all of the hard work for me!
You bet! Have fun with the build
Wow! You make this look so easy!! Before you all try this, know, it is difficult!
First video from your channel that I've watched. Loved the project and the way you present it. The narration is hilarious. Awesome video and just subscribed!
Thanks, Logan! Welcome to the channel
I was just thinking about getting, literally, the same two sanders after we move in a few months. I was starting to think about how all the bits would fall out after it was flipped over, then I got distracted by something else before I thought of a solution. You've saved me trouble. Nice build.
This is a great cart! I just built 2 of them based on the plans I purchased from your website. On one of them, I added 3/4 MDF that is 24" wide instead of 20". I put a 45 degree edge on the front so that it could receive jigs I have made (like a mounted pocket hole jig) that all have french cleats to attach to the wall. I can take them and slide them right into the 45 degree edge. I then cut grooves for Matchfit clamps into the surface. I can use the clamps to secure the french cleat jigs or just as a work surface. I was going to add wings (like on your miter saw cart) to one, but I'm concerned that they will pull the sides out too much. I will just build one that I can attach to the Matchfit table and put them side by side. Very flexible design and a nice project to build. Making 2 a time saved me time since all of the complicated cuts and measurements were just traced on the second ones.
Sounds awesome. Nice work, Doug
I started this video thinking "oh great, another basic ass woodworking video. Why am I even watching this?" And 9 minutes in I'm liking this guy. He is funny.
Dismantling your neighbor's dog house for wood? You have a new subscriber!
Your bloopers at the end made me feel human again. 😂😂😂
Thank you for the outtakes. I can totally relate to the screws through the face of the drawer and your response.
You are so funny and have a great show! You’re a natural.
Thanks, Stan
Oh man, I love it. You are super entertaining with your narration. Plus that's a sweet design. Thanks for making a great video. Now I must watch all your stuff.
Honey grab the nachos and some soda, I'mma binge me some sweet wood working videos