Hey Eric! Apologies for the late reply. You can get you hands on the design files here on my website: www.barbellsbbqbeer.com/product-page/squat-rack-design-files
Just keep growing your collection of tools one by one :) used stuff (like my welding machine) generally does the job at a fraction of the price. Don’t give up ;)
This looks great! After building this, is there anything that you would've done different? Any time/cost saving measures or do you feel this was as efficient as it would be for this build?
That's beautiful craftsmanship, I've been trying to do the same type of folding rack but shorter, I've pretty much finished cutting, drilling and welding the uprights and the horizontal bars but I have not been able to figure out the hinge design, could you help me? I'm just curious what type of sheet metal did you use? Did you weld the pieces together or did you bend them?
Hey Dave! Thanks so much! Glad to hear you are doing well with your build. Please DM me on Instagram @strubeans and I’ll send you so close up pics of the hinges, they are really simple and easy to make :)
Thanks so much! Most of the tools are pretty standard stuff. 2500w Ryobi cut-off saw, Bosch Grinder, Metabo cordless drill, hobby craft counter top drill press
That's amazing! What would you say the cost of materials would be for this? I looked up steel square tubing like that (70mm*70mm 3mm thickness) and it's surprisingly cheap.
It really is so much cheaper to build yourself than buying it from a fitness store, all in all it cost about $250 (R3,500) for the rig, bench and plate rack
Good morning Struan, thank you for the video it's absolutely amazing that you were able to build this from scratch. I mean really great job! Just wondering is there any chance that you would be willing to share your drawings or diagram for your build with me? I would like to try and attempt this in my own garage here in Toronto, Ontario Canada. Gyms have been closed down for so long now due to Covid I'm starting to look like a covid potato LOL :)
Very cool and impressive. In my case, I wanted to make my own rack and certainly not to the level of craftsmanship if this, but I found the cost of materials far exceeded the price of purchasing one.
Struan Bourquin Arizona. Can get a 21.5 inch, 3x3, 11 gauge folding wall rack for $250-500, depending on quality. I explored many DIY options (except wood I wasn’t interested in), and I couldn’t come close to doing it for less just on materials, and there’s no way I could have come close to your level of craftsmanship. I don’t have the tools.
The uprights stand firmly on the ground once folded out so the weight goes directly to the floor. The is a bit of give where the support arms attach to the wall so when there is no weight on the rack, you ca lift the uprights up a few millimeters.
Sure, here you go: 3"x 3" square mild steel tube (76 x 76mm) 3" x 1/5" flat bar (76 x 5mm) 32mm round tube for pull up bar 16mm round bar for j-hook pins
Thanks Patrick. I used Rustoleum Flat Black 2x spray paint. Ends up with a Matt finish and has held up pretty well. I also stuck some duct tape in the inside of the j-cups to help protect the uprights but I’m pretty impressed with how well it has held up :)
Sadly, I used a normal drill bit for the first bajillion holes before I realised a HSS cut out bit would be 10,000 times faster, which is also so much less intrusive on the ear holes!
Hey Mark, it cost me about $200 for all of the steel for the rig, barbell gun rack, plate rack and bench. Not taking into account things like drill bits and other odds and ends.
From the wall, it is 1150mm - enough to do kipping pull ups. It could be much less if needed. The width between is a bit narrower than the with of an Olympic barbell’s collars. Uprights: 2500mm Arms from the wall: 1150mm Width apart: based on a standard olympic barbell - 1100mm Hole spacing: 50mm for squat, 25mm for bench press
Uprights: 2500mm Arms from the wall: 1150mm Width apart: based on a standard olympic barbell - 1100mm Hole spacing: 50mm for squat, 25mm for bench press
Hey Spencer, I made those too. Just a base plate with two pieces of steel the same width as the arms welded at 90 degrees to the base plate - with enough room to allow the arms to swivel freely. DM me on Instagram and I'll send you some close-ups (@strubeans)
Hey Jonathan, the uprights rest firmly on the floor to support the weight, the arms are there purely for support. The hinges have enough room to allow the arms to swing out :)
You could add threaded leveling feet. Unfold the rack, unscrew the feet to get firm contact with the ground. Just use a big enough diameter of bolt to support the weight
A: happy to share measurements and pictures. Please visit me on Instagram (@strubeans) B: Yes the uprights make full contact with the floor when folded out to support the weight :)
Alex Farias Hey :) here are the dimensions for the rig: Uprights: 2500mm Arms connected to wall: 1125mm Steel: 3”x3” square, 2,5mm thickness Pull up bar: 32mm diameter Hope this helps :)
Hey Francisco, I just welded 2 pieces of 76mm flat bar to a square base plate and drilled a hole straight through each piece of flat bar and the arms of the rig. Put a bolt through and it folds perfectly :)
It's nice but in the video it could have been more useful to cover the brackets and the folding parts instead of how to cut the 6m long steel into pieces.
Some things are worth paying for than doing myself and the Rogue RML-3W was well worth the money over my time and effort to do this home build. I value my time a lot more that a few hundred dollars and it can be better spent on other things. Nice job though except it's not the best idea to mount it to only the two studs. You did all that work, you should've added stringers to span at least 4 studs for more robustness.
Thanks a lot for the comments. I really appreciate it. I live in South Africa, we can't get Rogue equipment here (without extremely high shipping costs) and our local suppliers don't build them anywhere near Rogue's quality. So I probably saved around $800 - $1000 building the bench, rig and bumper plate rack myself. In South Africa, we build houses out of brick and mortar, top to bottom, so no need for a stringer :) It is rock solid when folded out :) I would love a RML-3W, it was my inspiration.
@@strubeans Ah, ok I understand. From the video I couldn't tell that the wall was block. Still couldn't hurt to use stringers anyway and have multiple mounting points for added stability. I also didn't realize you are in South Africa so yeah, shipping would be astronomical for you, IF you could even get the Rogue equipment. Either way, nice build and enjoy many years of safe workouts with it!
I'm surprised with some of the negative reviews. I was so impressed with the th-cam.com/users/postUgkxMwYg0MOXR4M-oGeyBsNSYe1aPOUoRH6D cage that I got the lat pulldown attachment that goes with it. It is equally outstanding. I don't have one complaint other than putting it together is a job. The instructions and packaging of the parts are very well designed and organized. Also, I stripped and damaged the pull down cable the first day, admitting it was my stupid fault, and they quickly replaced it at no charge. I'm 6'5, 280lbs and fit in the cage just fine. Glenn B
Está bacán pero creo que se hubiera dejado más espacio, pareciera como si hubiera 5 mm de esapcio contra el piso, creo que si se dejar caer mucho peso ya tocaría al piso y rasparia, aunque si pasara eso lo bueno que solo se cambiaría el perno creo :p
Incredible. You guys are BAAAD. I mean in the GOOD way. 👍🏾💪
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Struan, why not put your plans on a pdf and make a killing? There’s lots of trash out there. Your design is awesome! I’ll be the first to buy them.
Amazing work
🙏
SICK build!! Thanks for sharing!!
I’m glad you like it. Hope you can pull one together too!! Good luck :)
It is exactly what I had in mind! Great job! Could you please share the CAD file of the project? Then I'll search for some good blacksmith!
Thanks Antonio! DM me on insta and I’ll share some details and close up pics with you @strubeans
@@strubeans Thank you very much!
Struan Bourquin I don’t use Instagram, but I’m interested as well. Good work!
Yes! If could please share the CAD FILE with me to. I need a blacksmith to!
You guys still call them “Blacksmiths”?
Would you mind sharing detailed plans/pictures might build this over July 4th.
Hey Eric! Apologies for the late reply. You can get you hands on the design files here on my website: www.barbellsbbqbeer.com/product-page/squat-rack-design-files
Nice work!! Looks amazing!
Thanks a lot!
If I had half those tools I'd try this, but as it stands I own a power and impact drill :D
Just keep growing your collection of tools one by one :) used stuff (like my welding machine) generally does the job at a fraction of the price. Don’t give up ;)
This looks great! After building this, is there anything that you would've done different? Any time/cost saving measures or do you feel this was as efficient as it would be for this build?
Hey Manny, i would have definitely used a hole saw on the drill instead of a regular bit. It is WAY faster!
Sick video mate
I was wondering what the walls are made of
Concrete?
Yip, the walls are brick and mortar 👍
Awesome!
That's beautiful craftsmanship, I've been trying to do the same type of folding rack but shorter, I've pretty much finished cutting, drilling and welding the uprights and the horizontal bars but I have not been able to figure out the hinge design, could you help me? I'm just curious what type of sheet metal did you use? Did you weld the pieces together or did you bend them?
Hey Dave! Thanks so much! Glad to hear you are doing well with your build. Please DM me on Instagram @strubeans and I’ll send you so close up pics of the hinges, they are really simple and easy to make :)
Love it
Where can I find the wall mount hinge? I plan on converting my Titan T3 into a wall version. Great VID!!
Hey Emanuel. I made the hinge - it's fairly simple. DM me on Instagram (@strubeans) and I'll share some close-ups
@@strubeans hey bud. Nice build. I messaged you on instagram also to see how to make the wall mount hinge...
Would also love to know how!!
Excelente!!!!
Donde se pueden conseguir los planos?
Bro that's amazing can you tell me the specifications of these tools please
Cut-off saw
Grinder
Handheld drill
Drill press
Thanks so much! Most of the tools are pretty standard stuff. 2500w Ryobi cut-off saw, Bosch Grinder, Metabo cordless drill, hobby craft counter top drill press
Wow. This is exactly what I need. Any chance you are willing to share your drawings and materials list?
That's amazing! What would you say the cost of materials would be for this? I looked up steel square tubing like that (70mm*70mm 3mm thickness) and it's surprisingly cheap.
It really is so much cheaper to build yourself than buying it from a fitness store, all in all it cost about $250 (R3,500) for the rig, bench and plate rack
Good morning Struan, thank you for the video it's absolutely amazing that you were able to build this from scratch. I mean really great job! Just wondering is there any chance that you would be willing to share your drawings or diagram for your build with me? I would like to try and attempt this in my own garage here in Toronto, Ontario Canada. Gyms have been closed down for so long now due to Covid I'm starting to look like a covid potato LOL :)
Hey Stephen, of course. No problem. DM me on Instagram @strubeans with your email address and I’d be happy to share
@@strubeans i would also love the plans
Very cool and impressive. In my case, I wanted to make my own rack and certainly not to the level of craftsmanship if this, but I found the cost of materials far exceeded the price of purchasing one.
Oh really, where do you live? I’m in South Africa, and the steel was relative cost effective in comparison to buying one thankfully :)
Struan Bourquin Arizona. Can get a 21.5 inch, 3x3, 11 gauge folding wall rack for $250-500, depending on quality. I explored many DIY options (except wood I wasn’t interested in), and I couldn’t come close to doing it for less just on materials, and there’s no way I could have come close to your level of craftsmanship. I don’t have the tools.
I guess steel may just be cheaper in South Africa than in the US. Have you looked at the options on Rogue's website?
Great job!! What connection items did you use for foldability?
Just 10mm bolts really, nothing fancy
@@strubeans Thanks for the quick reply
Great video
This is awesome!
Thank you :)
Hi! Question. Are the racks touching the ground or are they floating right above it?
The uprights stand firmly on the ground once folded out so the weight goes directly to the floor. The is a bit of give where the support arms attach to the wall so when there is no weight on the rack, you ca lift the uprights up a few millimeters.
Do you have any plans for this rack? I would like to make one my Self
I get that request a lot. I don’t have any detailed plans but I’m considering drawing up a SketchUp file soon
Do you have by any chance, the illustrator paper sheet ?
Hey Ivan, DM me your email address on Instagram and I’ll be happy to share :)
Do you have the list of materials you used for this rack? Thank you
Sure, here you go:
3"x 3" square mild steel tube (76 x 76mm)
3" x 1/5" flat bar (76 x 5mm)
32mm round tube for pull up bar
16mm round bar for j-hook pins
@@strubeans thank you
That looks awesome. What kind of paint did you use for the rig and how has it held up?
Thanks Patrick. I used Rustoleum Flat Black 2x spray paint. Ends up with a Matt finish and has held up pretty well. I also stuck some duct tape in the inside of the j-cups to help protect the uprights but I’m pretty impressed with how well it has held up :)
Amazing
May I ask about that wall mounted bench? Is it a DIY or?
Thanks man! Yeah, that is DIY as well. I used the same square tubing as I used for the rig.
The bench appears at 3'19" in the video: th-cam.com/video/gHFf6mXLz9s/w-d-xo.html
Hey man it’s been 3 years how’s the squat rack holding up?
Solid as a rock. As I’m not an engineer by any means, I used thicker steel than I probably needed to, but that just adds to the sturdiness I guess!
Hey man great build! Will probably copy you! What size/thickness square tube did you use?
Thanks man! I used 3 x 3" (27mm x 76mm) square tubing - a little over 11 gauge thickness (2,5mm)
that was meant to be 76 x 76mm of course :)
@@strubeans where did you buy the square tube/pull up bar?
Hey David, I bought all of the steel from a steel supply company (Stewart & Llyods). The pull up bar I made as well :)
How many hours did this take to build
It took me 3 weekends in total. Looking back, if I had used an HSS hole saw bit instead of a drill bit, it would have sped up the process quite a bit
Amazing
Thanks Chandresh!
Nice and super can you make it full length video??
Thanks! What else would you like to see. DM me on Instagram @struneans
Where did you purchase the steel?
I bought the steel from Stewart & Lloyds
Why would you not use ear protection with all that drilling?
Sadly, I used a normal drill bit for the first bajillion holes before I realised a HSS cut out bit would be 10,000 times faster, which is also so much less intrusive on the ear holes!
What type of anchor is at the wall
Hey Sophia, I welding some flat bar onto a baseplate, a fairly simple "hinge/pivot"
How much did it come out to in total for the rack?
Hey Mark, it cost me about $200 for all of the steel for the rig, barbell gun rack, plate rack and bench. Not taking into account things like drill bits and other odds and ends.
How far out from the wall is it and the width in between?
From the wall, it is 1150mm - enough to do kipping pull ups. It could be much less if needed. The width between is a bit narrower than the with of an Olympic barbell’s collars.
Uprights: 2500mm
Arms from the wall: 1150mm
Width apart: based on a standard olympic barbell - 1100mm Hole spacing: 50mm for squat, 25mm for bench press
Uprights: 2500mm
Arms from the wall: 1150mm
Width apart: based on a standard olympic barbell - 1100mm Hole spacing: 50mm for squat, 25mm for bench press
Awesome! What did you use for the brackets on the wall? Or, were those custom made?
Hey Spencer, I made those too. Just a base plate with two pieces of steel the same width as the arms welded at 90 degrees to the base plate - with enough room to allow the arms to swivel freely. DM me on Instagram and I'll send you some close-ups (@strubeans)
How much did this project run you?
At the time, around $200 for the folding rack, and the weight plate and barbell wall racks
If it hovers wouldnt it strain the joints
Hey Jonathan, the uprights rest firmly on the floor to support the weight, the arms are there purely for support. The hinges have enough room to allow the arms to swing out :)
You could add threaded leveling feet.
Unfold the rack, unscrew the feet to get firm contact with the ground.
Just use a big enough diameter of bolt to support the weight
A.can you share the sketch?
B.The racks are ont the floor?
A: happy to share measurements and pictures. Please visit me on Instagram (@strubeans)
B: Yes the uprights make full contact with the floor when folded out to support the weight :)
Did you ever get measurements and pictures?
Did you ever get measurements or pictures?
Alex Farias Hey :) here are the dimensions for the rig:
Uprights: 2500mm
Arms connected to wall: 1125mm
Steel: 3”x3” square, 2,5mm thickness
Pull up bar: 32mm diameter
Hope this helps :)
Alex Farias DM me on Instagram (@strubeans), I can’t upload pictures here unfortunately :(
Man how did you made the hinges? How it works
Hey Francisco, I just welded 2 pieces of 76mm flat bar to a square base plate and drilled a hole straight through each piece of flat bar and the arms of the rig. Put a bolt through and it folds perfectly :)
DM me on Instagram and I’ll send you photos @strubeans
spotter arms?
I considered making some for the rig, but never got around to it.
How much did you spent on material?
It was about $250 (R3,500) for the materials
Seems pretty cool.. but, the tools needed, the time needed, the parts needed... might as well buy one for $350 on Amazon
It's nice but in the video it could have been more useful to cover the brackets and the folding parts instead of how to cut the 6m long steel into pieces.
DM me on Instagram @strubeans - I have plenary of close ups
Yeah like where did you get the hinges/brackets
Some things are worth paying for than doing myself and the Rogue RML-3W was well worth the money over my time and effort to do this home build. I value my time a lot more that a few hundred dollars and it can be better spent on other things.
Nice job though except it's not the best idea to mount it to only the two studs. You did all that work, you should've added stringers to span at least 4 studs for more robustness.
Thanks a lot for the comments. I really appreciate it. I live in South Africa, we can't get Rogue equipment here (without extremely high shipping costs) and our local suppliers don't build them anywhere near Rogue's quality. So I probably saved around $800 - $1000 building the bench, rig and bumper plate rack myself.
In South Africa, we build houses out of brick and mortar, top to bottom, so no need for a stringer :) It is rock solid when folded out :) I would love a RML-3W, it was my inspiration.
@@strubeans Ah, ok I understand. From the video I couldn't tell that the wall was block. Still couldn't hurt to use stringers anyway and have multiple mounting points for added stability.
I also didn't realize you are in South Africa so yeah, shipping would be astronomical for you, IF you could even get the Rogue equipment. Either way, nice build and enjoy many years of safe workouts with it!
Cost of material?
Hey Rory, I would say approximately $200 for the rig, the barbell gun rack and the bumper plate rack
Cost?
At the time, around $200 :)
How much to make me one lol shipped to Houston
Hehe, thanks man! I would love to but shipped from South Africa would be hefty!
I'm surprised with some of the negative reviews. I was so impressed with the th-cam.com/users/postUgkxMwYg0MOXR4M-oGeyBsNSYe1aPOUoRH6D cage that I got the lat pulldown attachment that goes with it. It is equally outstanding. I don't have one complaint other than putting it together is a job. The instructions and packaging of the parts are very well designed and organized. Also, I stripped and damaged the pull down cable the first day, admitting it was my stupid fault, and they quickly replaced it at no charge. I'm 6'5, 280lbs and fit in the cage just fine. Glenn B
With this rack, I designed it to include a pull up bar and a bench. So I use the rack for front/back squats, pull ups and bench press 👍
Ima rip your idea off hope you don’t mind. 😂
Please do! Tag me if you make a post, would love to see your build, thats what this vid is for :)
Detail dimensions? So we can make it too :)
Uprights are 2,5m and the arms are 1,15m. The pull up bar is 1,1m :) good luck!
Are you a structural engineer ?
Hey, I sent you a message on Instagram , thanks
Not DIY 🙄
Well, I did do it myself, so that kinda is DIY, I think? I just was interested in trying new things, and welding is so amazing if you give it a try :)
Está bonito, pero con el peso no va seder y raspar en el piso a la hora de moverlo?
No, no es lo que es genial. Las bisagras tienen espacio suficiente para permitir que se mueva fácilmente :)
Está bacán pero creo que se hubiera dejado más espacio, pareciera como si hubiera 5 mm de esapcio contra el piso, creo que si se dejar caer mucho peso ya tocaría al piso y rasparia, aunque si pasara eso lo bueno que solo se cambiaría el perno creo :p
Posdata: no se ensucio nada :p