DIY Ridgid Jointer Mobile Base

Hello everyone! Today I’m sharing a tutorial on how to build a mobile base for the Ridgid Jointer. I have owned the jointer for a few months now.  I think it’s an excellent jointer for those of us who want something bigger than a benchtop jointer but are not ready to spend a grand on something larger. I work out of my garage and half of the space is dedicated to my woodworking hobby.  I strive to keep everything in my shop is mobile.  The Ridgid Jointer is really heavy, but with its new set of wheels I can move it around my shop effortlessly.

Watch the Instagram video below to see it in action!

My jointer is now mobile. 🙌 I made my first half lap joint on this project. 😊 That was a little more time consuming than I had anticipated. 😅 . #weedendproject #shopupgrade #ridgid #teamridgid #ridgidjointer #jointer #orange #garage #garageshop #halflap #halflapjoint #sawdustsaturday #weekendwoodworking #saturday #woodworker #woodworking #dowoodworking

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While building this project, I made my first half lap joint! I felt the half lap joint would be a nice sturdy joint for the base.  So without further ado, let’s get started with the tutorial!

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Tools and Supplies

To build the jointer base, I gathered the following tools and supplies:

Tools

• Circular saw or table saw
• Drill Press with 2″ Forstner Drill Bit
• Clamps
• Chisels
• 4 swivel caster wheels with brakes

Supplies

• Wood glue
• 2×4 (1)

Cut List

• 30 1/2″ (2) – A
• 13 1/8″ (2) – B

Building a Ridgid Jointer Mobile Base

Step 1: Cut lumber to size

Cut the 2×4 into 4 pieces:

• 30 1/2″ (2) – A
• 13 1/8″ (2) – B

Step 2: Drill holes of the jointer feet

1. Grab the pair of 13 1/8″ boards (part B).
2. Mark a dialog line from the corners.
3. Drill a 2″ hole a 1/4″ deep centered where the dialogs interesect.

Step 3: Cut half laps

Cut half laps with your method of choice.  I used a circular saw and chisel.  I did not enjoy making half laps with this method. It was very time consuming and tiring, but despite that I am glad I had the chance to experience creating half laps with that method.  However, next time I using my router.

Step 4: Assemble base

Apply wood glue between the joints and use clamps to apply pressure.  Let the glue dry completely before removing the clamps.

Step 5: Install caster wheels

Install 3″ swivel caster wheels with brakes at each corner of the base.

DIY Ridgid Jointer Mobile Base

If you build the mobile base, please leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @handmadewithashley or Twitter @handmadewithash.   I’d love to see your pictures!