Flip-Top Cart #7: Some final fitting

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This is part 7 in a 8 part series: Flip-Top Cart

There were just a few things left to complete on the cart before I could get some finish on it.

Each top corner on the sides received a notch to accept the stops on the platform.  I cut them with a pull saw and then fine-tuned the shape with a rasp.


With the notches done, I could install the platform.
 


The bed of the planer is 1/2" lower than the bed of the drum sander.  In order to maintain a consistent outfeed height for both tools, I made some spacers for the corners of the planer to shim it up 1/2".




Finally, I cut out a new back piece with extended wings to maximize the stability that it provides.



I cut a couple covers for the cubbies.


And finally, I assembled the drawer.  The bottom was cut oversized and was flush-trimmed afterward.


In the next post I'll wrap it up with some finish and get the tools mounted.
Looking good, and a great idea using the plywood shims, easier than build a cabinet the exact height needed to match other surfaces in the shop. I tried to keep all of my tabletops at the same height to use others for a run out.

Main Street to the Mountains

Looks good, Ross. The custom spacer feet for the planer look really sharp.