This video illustrates how I built my BBQ cart for my 22 1/2 inch Weber Kettle grill. The frame is simple; using 2×4 standard pine lumber, screws and glue. From the creation of the basic frame, the bottom shelf (floor) was installed using 1×4 x 24″ lumber. The top of the cart (the actual work area) was made using 2×6 x 32″ standard pine lumber. You’ll notice that there is one 2×4 board on the top surface near the grill. My original plan was to use 2×6 lumber lengthwise on the top and not crosswise as demonstrated. My change caused a 2 inch shortage to the top thus, the 2×4 was used to correct the issue. If you do not like this configuration, simply increase the length the cart by 2 inches or shorten it by 3 and 1/2 inches. It is extremely important that from the very beginning, you keep all joints square. This will avoid issues and headaches later in the project.
Also, in the video you’ll see I used a “close nipple” for the handle. After I installed it, I realized that the “close nipple” configured the handle much too close to the cart frame causing pain to the knuckles! I switched that out to a 2 1/2 inch nipple. Much better!!!
-A second video will be published, illustrating how I stained the cart and what products were decided upon and used. I anticipate the final video to be released sometime between now and mid April 2019.
I hope this video helped you if you’re attempting a similar project. This was an easy project and a lot of fun to build as well. Feel free to leave questions and/or comments below. I will respond to them as quickly as I can.
-It should be understood that I AM NOT A CARPENTER AND DO NOT CLAIM TO BE ONE. I’m sure there are points in the video that could have been done better or more efficiently by a professional.
Please check back for estimated costs to build this cart. I am calculating them at this time.
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Products and Tools Used In This Video:
– iPhone 7 Plus – 128 GB
– Blackweb 66″ Tripod
– Craftsman Biscuit Joiner – #17501
– Black & Decker 7 1/4″ circular saw
– Chicago Electric 10″, 15 Amp Industrial Bench Table Saw – #97896 (Harbor Freight)
– Black & Decker 3/8 drill
– Chicago Electric 1/2 in. Heavy Duty Variable Speed Reversible Hammer Drill – #68169
(Harbor Freight)
– Craftsman Hand Tools
-Hinges (4): 3 inch – 1/4 inch radius GATE HOUSE brand #0308927. Model S841-539 (Purchased at Lowes)
-Cabinet Handles (2): Hickory Hardware® Pipeline Collection 160mm C/C Black Nickel Vibed
Casual Pull. Model Number: HH075010-BNV (Purchased
at Menards)
I Would Like to Give a Special Thanks to:
-My wife, Shawn – for her support and assistance with the production of this video
-My son, Jacob – for his assistance with the building of the cart, camera operations and grip
-My neighbor, Doug Moore – for his consultation, ideas and his contribution which included the power biscuit joiner and the loaning of some specialized tools (large wood clamps, etc.).
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