Steadiplay wheel stand dimensions

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The more I look at the Steadiplay stand the more I like its design. I like how it can fold up into a small package. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJl2ePsiN2M

I'm thinking about making something similar with 2x4 and 2x? sized lumber. I didn't think it would be possible until I found this thread. https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=164895

If anyone has a Steadiplay stand could you please post some of the important dimensions? I really need the size of the large lower side pieces. Not sure if I need a 2x10 or 2x12 or something larger for those 2 pieces. Any help or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks
 
I also have another question. I don't have a router but I might purchase a jig saw for this project. Do you think it's possible to cut the adjustable grooves (height and angle grooves) with a jig saw?
 
You could cut it with a jig saw but the cuts would look sloppy no mater how careful you are. A router would make professional cuts. I have 3 of them ranging from 1/2 HP up to 3 HP. It's possible to find a carpenter to make cuts for you relatively cheap to buying. Of course the bits are pricey too.

BTW nice rig stand and it to is costly but well put together. I think the guys at ISR did a review if I'm not mistaken.
 
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You could cut it with a jig saw but the cuts would look sloppy no mater how careful you are. A router would make professional cuts. I have 3 of them ranging from 1/2 HP up to 3 HP. It's possible to find a carpenter to make cuts for you relatively cheap to buying. Of course the bits are pricey too.

BTW nice rig stand and it to is costly but well put together. I think the guys at ISR did a review if I'm not mistaken.
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Thanks for the heads up on the review at ISR. It shows a tiny bit of wobble in the unit which the official video doesn't show. It's not too bad though.
 
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The more I look at the Steadiplay stand the more I like its design. I like how it can fold up into a small package. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJl2ePsiN2M
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I have one. I live in a small apartment, and it's kind of amazing how something so heavy and substantial (when playing, there's no sense of wobble whatsoever) folds up and virtually disappears (see photo).

Dimensions:
Base = 24" x 21.5" x 3/4"
Brace across back (says STEADIPLAY.COM in large letters): 22" x 4 1/4" x 3/4"
Large side arms (2): 25" x 3 1/4" x 1/4"
Large "square and round" pieces at base (2) = 11 1/2" x 10 1/2" x 3/4"

Hope this helps!
 

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Thank you very much New Yorker! The picture you uploaded is amazing and is exactly why I like the design of the Steadiplay.

I hope you don't mind but I have a few questions about the dimensions.

New Yorker
Dimensions:
Base = 24" x 21.5" x 3/4" Is the 24" front to back?
Brace across back (says STEADIPLAY.COM in large letters): 22" x 4 1/4" x 3/4"
Large side arms (2): 25" x 3 1/4" x 1/4" Are the upper arms the same length?
Large "square and round" pieces at base (2) = 11 1/2" x 10 1/2" x 3/4" Is the 11 1/2" horizontal when set up to race?
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I was actually surprised to see someone post here with dimensions so you made my day. Thank you once again :).
 
No problem.
The two "arms" are the same length.
Can't measure now, but will in next few days and get back to you.
 
Thanks New Yorker! I'm in no hurry.

Edit: After looking at the video I was able to measure and figure out the answer to 2 of my questions.
Dimensions:
Base = 24" x 21.5" x 3/4" (24" should be the length.)
Brace across back (says STEADIPLAY.COM in large letters): 22" x 4 1/4" x 3/4"
Large side arms (2): 25" x 3 1/4" x 1/4"
Large "square and round" pieces at base (2) = 11 1/2" x 10 1/2" x 3/4" (11 1/2" should be the height when the stand is set up to race.)
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I now have a cordless circular saw, drill and very soon a jigsaw.

Should I go with the 2x? lumber or 1x? lumber or the pricier mdf which I would need to have cut so it could be hauled in my vehicle? I'm leaning towards the 2x? lumber because it's cheaper and should be a bit heavier than the 1x? lumber. Also, from the measurements given and from some I've guesstimated I believe only 1/3 of the sheet of mdf would be needed.

What type of router (plunge or fixed base) and bit is needed to cut the straight, arced and circular grooves in the 2x4 and 2x12 boards? I assume that the 2" is actually 1-1/2" or 1-9/16" thick. I'm also assuming I'll be using 1/4" bolts. Do you think 1/4" is adequate?
 

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