My Cedar Table for Large BGE

JSwap

Long time lurker, first time poster. I first wanted to say this forum rocks and was essential in my table build research. Once I knew I was going to buy a BGE I started looking around if I should buy a nest or table. I was a bit surprised at the prices and so decided I should build my own table. I have little woodworking experience, only building a work bench with help from a friend. After watching a few videos I figured it shouldn't be too difficult. 

I started with formalizing a design using SketchUp (great app!) then bought a bunch of 2x4s, 1x4 decking and 1x6 decking (all cedar). I used 5" caster wheels and lots of decking screws (1 5/8", 2", 2 1/2" ).The build took me probably 15-20 hours spanned over 5 weeks. 

Funny note - It didn't take long (a couple days) after the build for the first mod.  I found a great piece of granite for $30 on craigslist that I had to inset into the table. I love the prep space.

Not funny note - On the move from the garage (where I built it) to the back yard patio I had to push it through grass and ran into a couple of pot holes that my dog created and snapped two of the wheels off.  I wasn't deterred and jacked up the table and re-attached the wheels (in ~30 degree temps).

Obligatory bottle opener - Went with University of Washington (football season ticket holder).

Here are the photos, enjoy!

Philly35

Looks nice! Welcome to the forum!

TigerTony

That is really nice! The cedar wood looks awesome!
If you decide to upgrade your bottle opener I understand LSU merchandize is now selling at a reduced price
30 freaking below. You gotta be shi'n me!

RiverDoc

Welcome, great table

RAC

Nice table! Welcome aboard and enjoy.

tulocay

Nice table. Welcome aboard.

JSwap

Thanks guys!

The first day I did some ribs and a ham, both were amazing!  Can't wait to try some other things.  Next on my list is a pork shoulder and Turkey.

JRWhitee

Welcome to the forum. Table looks great, lets see some food pics as well.

theyolksonyou

pics or it didn't happen

JSwap

HA!  Thanks for the info, I will be sure to take some pics next time.

Jcpeewee

That is an awesome looking table.  I love it.

grege345

Looks great! Welcome to the insanity and say goodbye to your savings

JSwap

Thanks Guys!

bluebird66

Welcome and very nice table.

jstnezell

Very nice, I may add some of what you did to a table I'm planning.  I wish I would have built my table before I got my egg, I bought the rolling nest and have not been happy with it.

JSwap

Awesome, I recorded a video of the process.  I will try to get that posted soon.

Blassiter

Nice looking table. Welcome!

epcotisbest

Very nice table. I bet it is heavy.