Homemade 4-Link Tool Chest Hinge

TOOL:

4-Link Tool Chest Hinge

PLANS:

None. For all tools with plans, click here.

BUILDER:

Matthias Wandel on youtu.be

DESCRIPTION:

Homemade 4-link tool chest hinge mechanism intended to enable the chest's front cover to rotate above the carrying handle as it opens.

RATING:

(0)

Dec 30, 2013 4:05 PM

DIYer

I like the idea. I'm concerned about the weight-bearing capability and longevity when you put tools in the lid section though.

Sep 06, 2013 12:56 AM

daveward

Matthias always comes through with really different and sometimes amazing things to share. Thanks. Good mock-up to demonstrate the concept too.

Read all comments

Rate this build:

CATEGORIES:

Toolboxes

TAGS:

tool storage

URL:

http://youtu.be/agi4FDZY61I

Newest Forum Posts

How to Build a DIY Induction Heating System with a Dishwasher Pump and Car Radiator by Mr.DK DIY on 2024-11-21 10:42:06
Preparing a dohyo for sumo wrestling - GIF by ToolTalkBot on 2024-11-21 10:27:01
Beachcombing for fish - GIF by Hoosiersmoker on 2024-11-21 09:52:07
Installing ice in an NHL rink - GIF by Hoosiersmoker on 2024-11-21 08:32:53
Automated knife sharpener - GIF by Hoosiersmoker on 2024-11-21 08:29:48
Firefighting plane loading water - GIF by ToolTalkBot on 2024-11-21 08:14:01
Pumpe Umrüsten auf Winter und Sommerbetrib by Manitoba Man on 2024-11-21 08:12:57
Can Opener 2.0 by carl blum on 2024-11-21 08:12:25
Vee Blocks for a Vise by Karl_H on 2024-11-21 08:11:05
Spoiling a dog - GIF by ToolTalkBot on 2024-11-21 06:07:01

DIY 4-Link Tool Chest Hinge - comment on how to build a 4-Link Tool Chest Hinge - 2 comments

DIYer says:

Dec 30, 2013 4:05 PM

I like the idea. I'm concerned about the weight-bearing capability and longevity when you put tools in the lid section though.

daveward says:

Sep 06, 2013 12:56 AM

Matthias always comes through with really different and sometimes amazing things to share. Thanks. Good mock-up to demonstrate the concept too.

Related Homemade Tools:

Signup for our newsletter and get the 186 More Best Homemade Tools eBook free!