Mobile Woodshop Finished

[crpaulk]

I have not had time to make the final episode of "The Making of My Mobile Woodshop" as I have been using it for work. I have attached a few photos for now.

Ron Paulk
www.paulkhomes.com

 

[Alan m]

looks great ron.

get back to us in a few weeks when the novilty has worn off and you can see if there are any changes needed

have you some form of stairs or is there a lift

 

[rookie08]

Looks great!  Floor is a nice added touch.  In the next to last picture, is is the camera angle that makes the last red saw on the right look gigantic,  [eek]or what saw is that???

 

[Frank Pellow]

Paul, I was wondering about your project, and it's good to hear that you have now completed it.  I look forward to the concluding video.

You did a great job and I hope that your creation works well for you.    [thumbs up]

 

[crpaulk]

That is a gigantic saw: 10" Big Foot

Ron

 

[JLB builders LLC]

Very nice set up. Looks perfect.

Can you slide material across those floor tile with out snagging and tearing them up?

Really has me torn….Im trying to downsize from a trailer to a Chevy 3500 van. Towing the trailer I have the past 6 years tore up my Suburban and I had to get a New truck. I like the idea of the box van.

How is getting in and out of that thing? Your trailer was low to the ground and looks like a lot of climbing up and down. Do you have a set of steps that you lean against the back so you are not using the lift each time?

 

[crpaulk]

Very nice set up. Looks perfect. Thanks, it is just what I need in this economy with many smaller jobs vs larger ones. Smaller Jobs + bigger truck = more efficient.

Can you slide material across those floor tile with out snagging and tearing them up?  I used them in my trailer for a few years with no issues. They are are garage tiles made by Race Deck.

Really has me torn….Im trying to downsize from a trailer to a Chevy 3500 van. Towing the trailer I have the past 6 years tore up my Suburban and I had to get a New truck. I decided back in the late 80s that having my tools organized and with me at all times was paramount. Since then I have only worked out of trailers and box trucks. I did have a tricked out cargo van back then, but it just could not carry what I needed.

How is getting in and out of that thing? Your trailer was low to the ground and looks like a lot of climbing up and down. Do you have a set of steps that you lean against the back so you are not using the lift each time? I set the lift mid way and use it as a big step.

 

[JLB builders LLC]

Thanks.

I always find if I do not have my trailer than there is always something I am missing. The truck you have is definitely the ultimate set up.

That 2 step system you have will bulk up you legs lol

 

[crpaulk]

Thanks.

I always find if I do not have my trailer than there is always something I am missing. The truck you have is definitely the ultimate set up.

That 2 step system you have will bulk up you legs lol

Yes, stepping up and down with Kapex is no problem, the Dewalt Planer is another matter

 

[Frank Pellow]

I am almost certain that I would hate the two big steps and would come up with something different.

 

[JLB builders LLC]

Is there a spot in the body of the truck for an aluminum walk board like on moving trucks? Or does the tommy lift block that? 

 

[WarnerConstCo.]

I find that I would rather take less things with me.

I have down sized what I drag to the job site.

 

[Frank Pellow]

I find that I would rather take less things with me.

I have down sized what I drag to the job site.

That's good in theory.  But, to make it work, you have to be very very well organized.  

Unless I take almost everything, I almost always forget a tool, some hardwaret, some accessory, or some wood.

 

[crpaulk]

Is there a spot in the body of the truck for an aluminum walk board like on moving trucks? Or does the tommy lift block that? 

I might be able to fit in a ramp, but when I went looking for a truck I specifically wanted a lift. I had two cube vans with the ramps which were difficult to use as the ramps are so long. I wanted to be able to have a smaller foot print. The step up does not bother me at all. Going to work now is a joy. I don't have to think about what tools to bring or even setting up on the job. I just pull in, plug in and work. This is ideal for the smaller projects available these days. Everyone has different needs and working styles. Having a system that works is what matter. Hauling around a pile of tools in the back of a pick-up is not a good solution. Spending time at 5am deciding what tools to bring is not a system. When I show up on the job, I have every tool and all of the supplies I need for most every job.

Ron

 

[nickao]

I dont know there are a few comments that are possibly a bit negative, that sure looks great to me though. I am not sure I would change anything at all.

My only comment is, how the heck to you keep a lot of that stuff from jumping all over the place, the roads must be a lot nicer in your area. 

 

[crpaulk]

I dont know there are a few comments that are possibly a bit negative, that sure looks great to me though. I am not sure I would change anything at all.

My only comment is, how the heck to you keep a lot of that stuff from jumping all over the place, the roads must be a lot nicer in your area. 

Negative comments are to be expected in open forums.

Things stay in place quite well. The built-in are time tested in other rigs. After loading the tools and supplies, I went for a ride doing things I don't normally do like hitting speed bumps without slowing, starting a left turn then quickly turning right, hitting the brakes, quick acceleration, etc... The only movement was the Blum press slide out 2" and 1 viewtainer tipped out, but did not fall out. I knew the Blum would slide as I have not rigged up a stop for it yet as it already sticks out of it cabinet. I don't want straps, hooks, doors, etc.. to impede using the tools.

Ron

 

[Alan m]

i dont think there are any really negitive  comments.
i would make a small stairs (preferably alluminium for the weight) that i would pull out onto the lift and put the lift down.

do you have any issues around there with people stealing stuff out of a set up like this while you are working a bit away from the set up

 

[crpaulk]

i dont think there are any really negitive  comments.
i would make a small stairs (preferably alluminium for the weight) that i would pull out onto the lift and put the lift down.

do you have any issues around there with people stealing stuff out of a set up like this while you are working a bit away from the set up

I just don't have a problem stepping up and don't want to bother with something else to set up. When the lift is all the way up to extend the working floor, then a set of steps would be nice. Recently, at Photoshop World I notice a nice set of foldable stage stairs that would work. I will wait and see how things go during daily use. Right now it would be looking for a resolution to a problem I don't have.

The truck is pretty secure. Besides the alarm system, I have a Kryptonite U Lock on the pull down door and the ramp has a lock as well. When parked on the street and working inside the house, I leave the door open and just flip up the lift gate. It is easy to flip up and down as it has an assist spring, but it does stop someone from walking buy and stepping up for a quick grab.

Ron Paulk
www.paulkhomes.com

 

[JLB builders LLC]

Seems very secure and looks like a show room. Organization is the key and sure makes work more enjoyable and less like work. Sounds like you have thought out your set up very well. You UMS is probably my favorite set up. Thanks for sharing your great ideas, now trailer or truck…..hmmmm  [smile]

~Jamie

 

[crpaulk]

Seems very secure and looks like a show room. Organization is the key and sure makes work more enjoyable and less like work. Sounds like you have thought out your set up very well. You UMS is probably my favorite set up. Thanks for sharing your great ideas, now trailer or truck…..hmmmm  [smile]

~Jamie

Jamie,

Yes, it is nice to plug and play Trailer vs Truck?That is a hard one as I like both and have been a trailer believer for over a decade. The mobile shop idea pushed me to truck as a trailer large enough was too big to jockey around on the sites around here. We are in a coastal community with steep lots and tight driveways. Having a high truck gives me more clearance and pulling a 20-24' shop trailer would not work. On the other hand, my 16' rolling tool box was excellent and easy. Occasionally, the tongue would scrape at the bottom of steep driveways, but I learned to go in at an angle until the truck's back tires were on the drive, then I could straighten out

Thanks
Ron Paulk
www.paulkhomes.com
crpaulk@msn.com