BEST Work Station for ANYWHERE | Small shop, garage, job site, outdoors..
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- Опубликовано: 3 авг 2024
- An overview of what I consider one of the best work tables for anywhere, whether it be in the garage, small shop, job site, or out in the driveway.
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4'x8' Bora Centipede - amzn.to/33JVFsx
4'x6' Centipede - amzn.to/3lI8Znr
4'x4' Centipede - amzn.to/3qtrfV6
2'x4' Centipede - amzn.to/37I3Qa6
6" Risers - amzn.to/3gdgTE5
Plywood/Panel Carrier - amzn.to/2VGNc54
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I’m sometimes more fascinated in watching these how to videos just to get a glimpse to see what other handyman’s garage’s and workshops look like to understand how things work and what goes with what. I’m inspired and want to find out what all their equipments functions are.
Those gray cabinets in the back are beautiful! And this folding workstation seems perfect for my tiny woodshop.
I can’t believe this product exists!!!! Awesome. I’m elated. I’m replacing my portable workbench (sawhorses, heavy 2x6) with this product ASAP. Your videos are really informative and so down-to-earth. I really enjoy them. Thank you!!!
Great honest content. Thanks.
I was looking for more information about using this product I thought this was a very good reveiw, it was ver detailed and easy to understand the functions after you demonstrated them, thank you, great video I subscribed and gave it thumbs up, you gave really interesting information here as well as your own thoughts. Thank you Laura in uk
Again - super appreciate your take on things. I trust you. Thank you.
So glad you mentioned the level situation
This is awesome! Thanks for sharing. Will be perfect for catering!
Good idea!
I’ve got one. Love it
Thanks John. Very helpful.
I bought the 4x4 after seeing you use yours. Love it. Thanks John
Nice! Wish I had the 4x4 haha
Dude that thing is awesome. Thanks!
I think so!
Thanks for the video. I have the bora saw horses, I keep looking at these bora Centipede's, I think ill finally get some, I want to be able to work in my backyard when weather nice.
Good video man. Excited to give this baby a test run. Thanks!
I’m sure you’ll love it 👊🏼
This was helpful, thanks
Thanks for your great review! I ordered the 4x4 and the package with the 2x4 based on your review.
You’ll love em!
Thanks so much for this review! My husband has been eyeing these for a while and his birthday is this month. Present found! Woohoo! I also think it's something that I can easily use myself. Double win. I'm sold! ^_^
Haha awesome! Thanks for watching 👍🏽
Great video, thanks!
Thank you!
Excellent review!!
Thanks for watching!!
I have the 4X6 ( I didn’t even realize they came in different sizes ) and use it all the time for cutting sheet goods. I love it.
I have all of them haha but 4x6 is probably my most used now!
I’ve had my eyes on these for a while now, but I wasn’t sure how well they’d work but I feel a bit more confident now after watching this. Did not even knew the had all these accessories for them either.
You’ll love em! I do anyways!
I have that same Delta dust collector. First time seeing a RUclipsr using it. Great job on the video.
Thanks for watching!
My team just gave me these for Christmas and they are fantastic! This’ll make using the track saw so much more pleasant, and I feel they are at the perfect height for that. Can’t believe how compact and light they are, and so strong. I’m glad John reviewed this.
Awesome!!
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Do you use an sacrificial sheet under what your track sawing?
Great overview. Thanks for putting this out.
Thanks for watching!
@@JohnBuildsIt update... I bought one and although it's only been a very short period of time, I freaking love this thing. I got the 4x8 that came with a few accessories and bag, man, it's amazing. Easy to use, solid as a rock and stores in a very small spot when I don't need it.
@@makermark67 awesome man!!
I like the concept! Good informative video also,
Thanks for watching!
Perfect timing since my folding card table (supplemental work bench) needs to be retired with a bad leg. I was considering the centipede anyway. And I'm midway through making John's awesome corner TV stand so this will definitely come in handy.
Awesome man!!
Wow! Wish I would have known about these 20 years ago! Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching!
I doubt they were around 20 years ago
I’m sold! Like most of the commentator’s here I need something durable, storable and easy to set up and tear down as my shop is always rotating from carpentry to metal work or god only knows! Thanks for the video!
You’ll love it 👍🏽
I bought a 4x4 after seeing it on FaceBook and haven't used it yet. Thanks for taking the time to make your video - very nice job.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you very helpful!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you! Very informative and answered all of my concerns. It's also made in the USA, which is a bonus.
Thanks for watching!!
For a temporary outfeed table, 2 Bora XL height adjustable saw horses are great. Deploy in seconds and are smaller when stowed.
Believe it or not, your opinion where right on and very helpful. 👍
Thanks for watching!
I like your idea of using the pink board. Thanks
Works great!
Great Video thanks
Thanks for watching!!
Great video
Thank you!
I have these. They are great.
🙌🏼🙌🏼
Congratulations on the 100,000 subscribers friend 👍😁
Thank you!!
Thank you
good video! thank you
Thank you!!
Looks handy to have!
100%!
Thanks for this video and review, I really like you review and purchase the 6x4 received yesterday so far I really like so I do agree with your opinion. [my main reason for this is to cut 4x8 sheets of plywwod with a tracksaw, thanks again
Awesome thanks for watching!
very good review
Thanks for watching!
Hi John excellent review, I have the 4x8 which is handy and you can use it smaller if needed, but yep (there is always a but eh) lol, the X holders where it states they can take 4x2 can laying down but on edge the gap is only 40mm, so had to cut it out to size, so someone did not their measurements right eh, just thought I would say. And as for the work top with dog holes, and I do agree with you about the separate dog hole worktop, its way to expensive and even more so here in the UK, will make my own as you do not need a CNC do it.
I just ordered the 2x4 version and top earlier today before seeing your review. Very certain it was a good choice after watching your review. Can’t wait to get it in a couple days and start using it, especially as a portable track saw table.
It will work good for your track saw except. It can only support 4 ft long material. Nothing over 4 ft can be supported for track saw and that’s when track saws are best.
I am considering the same set up. I would be interested in your review too
@@adgieem1 It is a sturdy work surface. However, [quoting from an Amazon review that mirrors my experience] “While the holes on each half of the surface are indeed spaced on 4 inch centers this spacing is off by 5/32" where the two surfaces meet at the hinge… I suspect this is due to the holes being machined on full MDF sheets and not allowing for the saw kerf when they are cut into 2x2 pieces. This means any accessory like a dog fence that has pins on 4 inch centers can't straddle any joints [the hinge section] in the [Centipede table] work surface. If you’re using dogs to establish a [square or] an angle cut make sure the dogs are on the same half of the surface or your [cuts will not be square] angles will be off.” For this reason, I use the Centipede as a portable work surface, but not a tracksaw cutting station. I instead built a DIY MFT (Multi-Function Table) based on a plan from 10minuteworkshop, a seller on Etsy. I bought the top from an Etsy seller, Trunk Works, and the grid of dog holes are perfectly aligned.
Simple item. 😃👍
Simplicity is good!
Great review.
I asked a Bora rep about whether it would be stable enough for hand tool use ( specifically planing a board) and he got pretty defensive and didn’t answer the question. Your review helps. I may get one anyway and figure out something like a planing beam for some of the hand tool use. I like the folding top.
For planing a board? Forget about it. Specifically planing requires a rigid and relatively heavy bench that can sustain these lateral forces. I'm sure you know about it but just in case, Rex Krueger has an improved english joiner's bench design that uses a lot less lumber, as in, somewhere between $50 and $100, depending on said lumber's price, closer to 50, and can be built in about a day. I forget if the plans are free or a couple dollars, I think free. That is a really easy and cheap way to have a good surface for hand tools. Or of course any of the existing designs will work, be it Swedish or Roubo or whatnot, they're just a lot more time consuming (and expensive) to make
Terrific video. Informative. Thanks!
I ordered the Bora dog hole work top from Lowe’s...$63.72 including MA sales tax. I ordered it online about a week ago - still waiting for delivery.
How do you like it?
Ok 1st off thank you very much for this informative video! 2nd, it would've been helpful had you said what you paid for that folding board so ppl could compare pricing. 3rd, this thing is exactly what I've been looking for to make a portable bed! All I would need with it is a folding mat or board for stability and a thick folding floor mat and I would be good to go! It would make moving and storage so much easier vs a whole mattress & boxspring! Last Spring I purchased that overpriced *EZ Bed* which is nothing more than an air mattress affixed to a base similar in design. The air mattress wouldn't stay inflated and I wasted over $200! Ever since I'd been looking for something exactly like this and here it is! Now I can make my own portable sturdy bed and take it down or move it anytime I want or need to! Woo hoo I'm thrilled!
I definitely need the collapse work space.
Greetings, Thanks for posting this video, really helped deciding on which one to purchase. I bought the 4x8 version with the thought of making 3 of the "X" supports removable, hence having 3 table options out of one unit. WORKED WONDERFUL, THREE FOR THE PRICE OF ONE.
I drilled out the "X" rivets and separated it into a 2x4 and a 4x4 unit, with 3 "X" supports set aside. I can reattach the "X" supports to combine the two smaller units back together using 3/16" HF Clevis pins if I need to go back BIG again and connected together. Don't think I will do it often because unconnected they support a 4x8' sheet just fine. One thing, the "X" support holes have to be enlarged just a bit for the pin to go through, the plastic receives without enlarging.
Just wanted to share and thank you for your video.
Genius!!
I'm definitely going to get me one of these. Not just for my small workshop, but also for on the jobsite. I'm always finding myself cutting on the ground.
You’ll love it👊🏼
Same for me, my back will love it!
Got the 4x4 on sale from FB ads. Going to get the 3x5 MDF sheet cut MFT style to throw on top for a portable solution to toss in my truck. Boras said 20 mm mdf tops might be avail mid to late December. I would need 4 to fit the 4x4 so I can get it cut locally for less money.
You’d need 2 for the 4x4. But yea buying 4 of them for my 4x8 just doesn’t make sense haha a lot of money! Nice to have 1 for the 2x4 though. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the input. They seem to serve its purpose. How do you like the Delta dust collector?
I don’t have anything to compare it to, but I’ve been really happy with it. Really powerful! Best specs I found on a collector of this style/price
I have just ordered the 4x4 for myself. I really have no work space or bench to work on. My friend suggested this product to me. He has a couple himself, to use outside with his track saw mainly. I liked your video opinion. Now I am thinking about the dog hole table. What's a fare price in your opinion?
Thanks again for your video.
Great review. Thank you. One quick question (refer time stamp 12:37 ish)… if the holders for the X fitting are swung to the outside, is it possible to have both a Ply/mdf work surface and a 2-by on edge on the outside ? I’m thinking of this setup to make a router sled, but need to know if this configuration will work before spending the $$. Thanks in advance.
You could probably clamp down the work piece to the top table for secure chiseling or planing. It may bounce, but if striking horizontally should work out.
I wouldn't do planing on this. Not heavy or rigid enough, seems like a nightmare. This is more of a lightweight assembly table / track saw table
Me would like the price for the set, lo thinking will de using the small one dut interested in purchasing a Best Work Station.
Also Me saw U a few weeks ago at the Green Line in Portland? Nice to see U again!
John - thinking about getting one of these to set my son’s train garden in our garage. It’s on a 4x8 sheet of plywood. - thought about using the x-clamps and some 2x4s and sitting the garden on top - what do
You think?
Very few of us have that perfect flat floor that you have. I want to see that thing set up on a regular garage floor with a floor drain in it and the floor sloping to said drain. Until then I am staying with my horses that I know work on any slope floor with only two points of contact. ( nice shop btw). I would be interested in a tour of your shop video.
I use them outside on uneven ground all the time 👍🏽
I'm interested. But...
I wish this was set up as an add on system... Meaning, keep adding size you need shape you need...
Hola como estas impecable tus videos me podrías decir como se llama la cama de corte que nombre tiene
I think these would be handy for a temporary table to do some glue up, assembly, or to store some material. But as a main work table, (like you have it) I don't think it is sturdy enough for me, and yes, I use every power tool option out there. It's a little to wobbly for everyday use imho, but as I mentioned great for a quick temporary table....easy to set up and easy to break down and store in a corner. Thanks for sharing
Have you used one or just based on the video? I personally think the 4x8 one is really sturdy, have never had a problem with it moving around. Thanks for watching! 👍🏽
John, when are you upgrading table saws? I see yours is a Rigid, if you are looking at selling, what's the model number of yours? I'll be in the market for a decent contractor saw in the next few months.
I am looking to add an outfeed table that is versatile for a saw stop contractor saw, will this work?
Got the 4'x8' centipede as a xmas gift this year. Like it quite a bit and see a lot of potential. Only complaint thus far is that it is too short (they are 30" and I'm 6') to use for extended periods of time as you'd have to be hunched over.
For sure! But it’s nice at that height when you’re working on taller things haha give and take I guess!
I'm 6" also, but this much better than cutting down a 4x8 sheet on foam on your hands and knees !
@@JohnBuildsIt Not sure if you guys are aware of it but Bora now makes a Centipede that is 36" tall, although only in the 2' x 4' size. However, they do make 6" risers that can be used on any of the sizes to make them 36" tall. Thanks for the video with your thoughts on these things John. Very informative.
Hey John, those centipedes are nice. Quick off topic question. What is that you have between your planer and drill press against the wall? Is it some sort of drying rack? If so, for what? Looked at your other videos and didn't see one for it. Thanks!
Yea it is! I spray a lot of cabinet doors
My garage floor has a 2% slope, Will it level out or is that to much?
John, very fine review. I was thinking of getting one. Will a 4x6 give sufficient support to cut 4 x 8 sheet goods? I wouldn’t need more than 4x6 for everything else. Thanks.
Yep!
I left a comment about giving me some feedback on a video I did on this product but don't see it. You did a better job than I did!
RUclips probably blocked it as spam, they do that sometimes if you try to promote your video, just so ya know! I checked it out though. Your first videos are way better than mine were! Haha keep it up man👍🏽
@@JohnBuildsIt not trying to promote. Just trying to get professional feedback is all. No need for anyone to subscribe lol. Thanks again!
@@TheBengstonWoodshop no problem! I didn’t see the comment, I just assumed that’s why it didn’t appear!
@@JohnBuildsIt you commented on one video and it blew up for me. I don't know if that's what did it or not but thank you.
I appreciate your review. How would you rate it after all this time? Is it holding up? Is it worth it to get the mdf with the can locks? Would you get 4 of them for the 4x8 ? Thanks.
Still love em! Just depends on your needs for the mdf tops. I just have 2 of them that I use on site, and I still use them with a 4x6 or 4x8 set. Plenty of work surface for site work, and doesn’t take up much space in the truck
Does it have to be extended fully, or can it be opened partially? In other words, can the 4x8 be expanded to say 4x4 if only need a small space?
I’ve never tried, but if you put much weight on it, it would want to expand out
Good morning,
I have a Bora centipede CK12S 4'x6 '
What kind of plywood and thickness would you recommend to cut with the plunge saw?
Thanks so much
Best regards from Italy
I have 3/4” on mine
Based on the listed info, this could be used as a temporary riser/stand for video work.
With a plywood sheet or the Bora work top, how sturdy is to to walk/stand on top with a person and camera tripod?
Would you recommend additional bracing, using the 2x4 and the x clamps?
I stand on mine all the time to work on taller stuff. I doubt the company recommends it haha so I can’t either, but yeaaa 👍🏽
Based on the load rating, it would be able to handle 10 people with cameras.
How does it go walking on them?
Does the hinge on the top cause any issues with accuracy?
I’m thinking this may be a better solution than an MFT for the cost.
Mines perfectly even!
Sold me
I'd be using this in my garage for 4x8 sheet breakdown. I use the same 1-inch foam board you do. Question: Do you think the 4x6 centipede be good enough to hold up 4x8 3/4 ply, 4x8 foam and 4x8 piece being cut? Or am I really better off with the 4x8 centipede?
Yea you’d have plenty of support 👍🏽
@@JohnBuildsIt Thanks, man
Typical attached garage slope is 1/8" per foot. That's a full inch drop over the length of the 4'x8'' unit. You show your 4x8 unit sitting dead flat w/ weight on it - is your garage floor similarly sloped?
No it’s a purpose built wood shop so I don’t have any slope. It will still sit flat though, just not level 👍🏽
John, have you ever had any of the Plastic Floor Pads break on the Bora Centipede 2x4 stand? If so can they be easily fixed? Are they under any warranty?
Is the 2x4 size big enough for cutting full sheets of plywood into smaller pieces? Thinking about getting one for my tracksaw.
You could but I’d personally get one of the bigger ones 👍🏽
.I just bought the 4x2 for $43 at Costco. Seems like a no brainer
Can’t beat that!
A Ron Paulk workbench would be level with your table saw
Waiting til my new saw gets here before I build a table to height
Bora Top 20mm or 3/4" dog hole? Why?
Have you tested whether the dogholes make perfect 90 and 45 degree cuts?
No I haven’t
My complaint is that there is no leg room if you want to do detail work on it. Could you configure it so there a so there is a 2 foot out hang?
I use a 3x5 worktop for the 2x4 legs. You can still put your legs inside the grid though
Couldn't you use the 4x8 model for use on smaller job areas by not fully opening it?
If you put any weight on it it’ll want to keep spreading open
Are your centipedes the 30 inch tall or 36 inch variant? I was looking into picking up the 4x8 but I see they have a 36 inch tall model which might be better for my height at 6'4 than bending over a bit more at 30 inches. What's your thoughts?
I have the 30”. Just depends what you mostly build. Cabinets and bigger furniture pieces, I like the 30”. Flat items laying down, 36” would definitely be better
How easy is it to use the 2x4 MDF top on a 4x8 centipede base?
That’s usually what i do with one on each end
I’m gonna pick one of these up. Been looking at folding work tables for a while.
You’ll love em👍🏽
Is the 4x8 necessary? I would think the 6’ version would hold a
4x8 sheet well.
Yep I use the 4x6 on site
What’s a reasonable price?
You you think it is suitable for a CNC like the LowRider 3?
I had my Cnc on the 4x6 centipede, worked great!
@@JohnBuildsIt thank you! Have bought the 4x4 and I’m very satisfied with it right now
I guess you can't take the 4×8 and use it to the length you need or can you?
Thx in advance.
Like separate it into smaller sections? Not technically, but of course you could modify it haha but no it’s not designed to
@@JohnBuildsIt I meant by pushing it inwards to the length you want.
Should of made it that way.
How big is your garage?
I want to thumbs up, but your count is a 777 and I don't want to mess that up.
Haha thanks for watching!
For my purposes (sheet goods break down, temporary horizontal surface, etc), I just don't see the appeal - especially for the price. I've used lightweight folding sawhorses for years that take up no more room than the centipede. Two sets actually that I just hang on the wall when not in use and they can acommodate anything from a 2x2 to a 4x8. It's great the Centipede can handle a lot more weight and features multiple support points but those are things I'm just not all that concerned about.
Yea it’s not for everyone! I do think if you tried one you’d really like it though 👍🏽 thanks for watching man!
@@JohnBuildsIt Oh, no doubt! Can you hook me up with a sponsorship? lol I watch all your stuff, John. Your kitchen remodel was first class! Don't know why you're not approaching 1M subs.
If you are to provide a constructive and objective evaluation on a shop product, have a safe clean working environment. Loose shop products, power-cords, debris, and lawn-care products make for lousy presentation.
Are you referring to me? My shop has none of that haha
Lol, yeah I was thinking this is the cleanest workshop I've ever seen!
In theory, I like this setup. But for me, at 30” height, they are too low for a work table.
Definitely agree when I’m working on something flat, but when working on anything of size like a cabinet it’s perfect haha give and take I guess!
The lower height is perfect for using a track saw, and I’m 6’6”. Risers are also available making it 6” taller.
@Mason and Lucia genius!!
They make 6” risers and also now sell a 36” height 2x4 table FYI
I was gifted on and I'm sorry but i didn't like it. Its very short. You talk about begging to screw up my back. There's no way i can work with it.
All depends what you primarily do. Bigger projects like cabinet boxes, lower is better. They make taller versions.