Friday, June 25, 2010

Dinette - new table


Dinette - new table
Originally uploaded by dwstucke

The new table is a little bigger so that it can support the foam cushions when set as a bed, but it's the same shape as the original. Seating works well without feeling too cramped because the foam cushions are a little bit shorter and softer than the original box-spring seats. No more dragging an extra piece of plywood around to set-up the front bed! After much looking decided to go with the VirrVarr formica pattern, I have enough to do the countertop and upper storage doors to match if we decide that it's right. VirrVarr was a best seller in the early 60's so while it doesn't have gold flecks like the original table it's from the right time period and looks like it belongs.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

custom jack stands


custom jack stands
Originally uploaded by dwstucke

Tired of having the aluminum jack stands be about 3 inches too tall for most set-ups I finally just built some new bases out of plywood. I searched on eBay and other places for months but never found anything that would work as well as I hope these do.