How to Build a HOME POWER RACK

How to Build a HOME POWER RACK - DIY Dudes

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POWER RACK DIY Blog:: www.buffdudes.us/blogs/news/47...
How to Build a HALF RACK (If you want a small, moveable option: • How to Build a HOME HA... )
POWER RACK MATERIALS NEEDED:
8 - 8 Foot 4x4 Douglas Fir or Equivalent Wood
8 - 3x5 Flat Steel Ties (Simpson's Strong Tie TP 5)
14 - 1/2x2x2 3/4 90 Degree Steel Ties (Simpson's Strong Tie A23)
1 Pound of 2 inch Star Bit Wood Screws
1/2 Pound of 3 inch Star Bit Wood Screws
1 - 1/8 inch Drill Bit For Pilot Holes
1 - 1 1/4 inch Tri Fluted Wood Boring Bit
3/4 INCH PIPE LIST:
Racking Pins-
2 - Chair Flanges
2 - 1 1/2 Inch Pipes
2 - Pipe Connectors
2 - 4 1/2 Inch Pipes
2 - Caps
Safety bars:
2 - 60 Inch Pipes
2 - 4 Inch Pipes
2 - 90 Degree Elbows
2 - Caps
Pull Up Bar:
1 - 60 Inch Pipe
2 - Caps
PULL-UP BAR VIDEO: • How to Build a Home PU...
Quart of Flat Black Latex Enamel
1 inch Number Stencils
Can of White Spray Paint.
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Buff Dudes / Fitness / How to Build a Home Power Rack
Editing, Starring : Hudson
Starring: Duke
Music in this video is used under license from the rights holder.

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@RamzaBeoulves 7 жыл бұрын

I had never really spent time with my dad before. He's amazing and all but he's the tough guy construction worker type and I'm a skinny nerd. We don't share any interest BUT, thanks to your channel, I was able to assemble some gym equipement AND spend time with my dad. On top of that he only sighed at my lack of manly skills twice. We laughed about it, it was a great time. Thank you so much!!!

@darkdahaka7965 3 жыл бұрын

Good to hear it man! That’s important stuff and makes nice memories. You got a bit buffer in the mean time? And is the rack still looking well?

@andrewthehope 3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@davidmorgan6282 3 жыл бұрын

Hella relatable. That’s awesome man!

@rickbergolla4055 2 жыл бұрын

@@darkdahaka7965 Well going by movie logic he is now going out and actively plotting to become the world's strongest man

@slvice14 2 жыл бұрын

This is how we learn manly skills, from our fathers.

@gabispn13 9 жыл бұрын

Your Dad rocks. He could pass for your older brother guys. He still got it.

@buffdudes 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks gabrielalondon we'll let him know. He'll definitely appreciate hearing that!

@shawngadwa269 7 жыл бұрын

He's definitely a Buff Dad.

@chandlermcadory5434 7 жыл бұрын

I have access to an insane amount of 2x4s. Could i put two or three 2x4s together instead of using 4x4s and still have an effective power rack?

@shawngadwa269 7 жыл бұрын

I don't see why not. Use strong glue and a lot of screws.

@michaell8624 5 жыл бұрын

Chandler McAdory, absolutely. Two 2x4 will be a bit narrower on the laminated side (remember, 4x4 is really 3.5x3.5, and 2x4 is 1.5x3.5), but that shouldn't matter for this project. Plain wood glue will make an extremely strong bond with such a large gluing surface, no need for scews.

@quentins5692 4 жыл бұрын

Who else is here in 2020 because your gym is closed and you’re considering building this

@salvatoree1483 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@ivang3860 4 жыл бұрын

It wont hold a lot of weight

@aniketbachate5776 4 жыл бұрын

Meeee lol

@Victis_Rage 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, exactly. Home gym here I come!

@kyleraszkowski6598 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Next weekends project is set!

@IJest 3 жыл бұрын

I've been re-watching this video for years getting ready to build this. I finally bought my house last winter and I've been gradually collecting equipment in my basement gym. This summer I plan to build this power rack and it's going to be so awesome!!!

@lolcoptermcgee 2 жыл бұрын

Did you make it?? I just built half of it today! Going great. Used cedar and it’s incredibly sturdy

@itsbeiko 9 жыл бұрын

Buff Dad is extremely good at teaching and instructing

@Icemane1995 9 жыл бұрын

Power rack add ons we want to see: add some speakers and bass to it, may aswell set up some piping and run a tap with cold water while your at it install a George Foreman grill too

@buffdudes 9 жыл бұрын

Ha, Timothy Rowan that'd be awesome. The Swiss Power Rack.

@dougieboxell6505 8 жыл бұрын

+Timothy Rowan only speakers if you have AC/DC, van halen, the angels (angel city for you american folk) or cold chisel (unknown band for you american folk) blasting out of em

@AnEternal 7 жыл бұрын

"You can even curl on this power rack, because it's yours..." Lol!!

@mattrae5190 4 жыл бұрын

5 freakin' years after I watched this video, I have finally made my very own Buff Dudes power rack (special thanks to DIY Duke - you are my diy spirit animal) Thank you so much for the knowledge, inspiration and motivation that you all provide. Peace Brothers (and fam) Stay Buff Matt

@diyduke 9 жыл бұрын

Hudson and I had a great time putting the power rack together and realized we would have never built it if it wasn't for the Buff community. It was all of you that made it possible -thank you and thank you for the awesome comments. I'm reading the comments thinking I've gotta get busy here; so many things to build. Thanks too for the dudes who catch things like the pressure treated would we used cause diyDuke made a bad cut and it was Sunday so we improvised as the lumber yard was closed. Or the term stub, instead of nipple for the inch and a half pipe, I guess it was my eighth grade humor that kicked in but I couldn't say nipple without cracking up thinking about the comments that dudes would come up with. Thanks so much again. Stay BUFF.

@jananusic208 6 жыл бұрын

This is just superb, I been tryin to find out about "where to buy dumbbells online" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Hanristian Pectorial Humdinger - (should be on google have a look ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my partner got cool results with it.

@bellrs5048 6 жыл бұрын

DIY Duke take omega 3 and B6 for your hand shaking You are a good father and good man God save you and your family

@jackskellington9910 5 жыл бұрын

You measured total width at 50”. Can it be a little narrower to not take up so much space. Keep all other dimensions the same to fit the barbell .

@braylansmith6701 5 жыл бұрын

DIY Duke how much did it cost to make

@MikeBarbarossa 5 жыл бұрын

One improvement- pieces of 1 1/2" pipe as metal liners for the holes ensures years of use without splitting or wallering out the holes

@RandomsforFuns 9 жыл бұрын

Great, Great video. But a couple of suggestions that would be relevant for first-time woodworkers: -Advise pre-drilling (or using self-drilling screws) before putting any screws into wood to prevent cracking and splitting -Use wood glue on wood prior to putting in screws to ensure a good strong seal. Remember, it's the glue that holds wood together; screws are simply to pull the wood pieces together. These tips might be overkill but it can "make up" for any shortcomings made by improper cuts/lack of flushness/screws that didn't bite well (all mistakes made by first timers). Would hate to see wasted wood due to cracking/splitting, especially since most dudes looking to DIY are on a tight budget!

@diyduke 9 жыл бұрын

Excellent recommendations Randomsforfuns

@alexandreghose3042 4 жыл бұрын

Are there any types of wood glue you recommend?

@jayn8392 4 жыл бұрын

Good call. Glue is for sure a good idea

@jayn8392 4 жыл бұрын

@@alexandreghose3042 i use tightbond. There are several hold levels too so get the max strength or close to it. Here's link. You can get it at any hardware store in the paint dept. www.acehardware.com/departments/paint-and-supplies/tape-glues-and-adhesives/wood-adhesives/1229707?store=16429&gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=CjwKCAjwvZv0BRA8EiwAD9T2VacTXtzgP5OCsPyX64CwH3Ilu7BZO0IS9JHrbXu7U8b-PAdTRP0WdBoCV7sQAvD_BwE

@joelscb 4 жыл бұрын

Nerd

@dsaswq 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Buff Dudes! So I built one of these with handsaw, It's pretty awesome, it's just a shame I don't need it anymore because my hands are super buffed from all that sawing :D Seriously, if you plan on building one of these either rent a miter saw or table saw, or better yet, for the same price as rental someone will probably cut all of it for you. Using handsaw takes forever, and what is worse, you rarely get nice and square cut. Get long enough drill to drill the holes from one side only, its extremely hard to mate the holes if you need to finish it from other side. Other thing to consider is I bought rough wood, which means I got a lot more extra work with sanding, so if you can, buy sanded wood. For color I used dark varnish, so I can still see the wood grain. Hope these tips help, good luck! Stay buffed

@RamzaBeoulves 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info, have a great day!

@Legions21 7 жыл бұрын

Andrej Pohl about how much did it cost you?

@dsaswq 7 жыл бұрын

around 150€ for wood, screws and plates, about 20 for paint, plus work and tools

@dsaswq 7 жыл бұрын

oh and I forgot the pipes for safety, and holding the bar, all in all it was about 200€. Since then I got a bit more into working with metal, so now I'd probably made it from metal. it would look sleeker and metal frame can support more holes, meaning better adjustability without being much more expensive, if at all. But at the and I am glad I made it from wood since I got it in my room, and wood makes it much more quiet, also I got 4cm rubber underneath, the bar holders are wrapped in cloth and I got rubber coated plates

@alexandreghose3042 4 жыл бұрын

if you do rent, don't rent a table saw if you'er a beginner.. you will kill yourself. rent a miter saw. much safer!

@sirroxalot 8 жыл бұрын

I have Dystonia which causes(in my case) similar shaking. Glad you're able to still do such precise work. That's awesome.

@Bosh110511 9 жыл бұрын

I want to take the time to say thank you for this as I really really appreciate that you and your family took the time to do this. I hope you guys are able to see how many people you are helping out with this and how elaborate your DIY is. I will be doing this myself since I never thought I'd have one because of how expensive they are. I really appreciate your guy's work and how humble you all can be. Tell your dad thank you as well! Keep on rocking guys and have a great day!

@derekleonard5913 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like this is getting a lot more traffic now

@boseifrit5480 4 жыл бұрын

Quarantine

@adox8574 9 ай бұрын

Hey buff dudes appreciate this video a lot. I made this with my father during Covid. He recently passed away and when ever I am back home and use this it reminds me of him.

@tatunjld 7 жыл бұрын

Your dad knows exactly what he's doing. Many props! For anyone else looking at building a power rack out of wood, if you want to paint it, one extra step you can take is to paint each piece of wood before assembling with fasteners. Cut, pre-drill, paint, then screw everything together. I thoroughly enjoyed watching this!

@BrandmeirZ1 9 жыл бұрын

Just built one ... what a great idea ... so far so good. Purchased some tools but would rather have a power rack and tools than a power rack alone. The good: (1) sturdy and quiet (2) cheap (3) heavier than expected so doesn't seem to rock when you rack weights (4) plenty of room to move forward and back with the bar in the rack Bottom line ... rack itself is awesome. I'm playing with different pin/bar holder options because I don't like the 3/4 pipe, but they are working fine so far. Maybe the best part is that the excitement about the project got me working out again. Thank you for posting ... keep the videos coming.

@diyduke 9 жыл бұрын

Zachary Brandmeir That is awesome to hear. It's done the same for me. Started working out again after quite a lengthy sabbatical. Something really cool about using the power rack that you built yourself.

@andrewmeans49 4 жыл бұрын

If you don’t me asking how much was it for everything

@geemx8183 4 жыл бұрын

Who’s actually building a gym in the garage right now? 🙋🏽‍♂️

@chente-ov2rn 4 жыл бұрын

🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️since everyone on offer up are price gauging on every used equipment at a ridiculous price.

@chente-ov2rn 4 жыл бұрын

But I usee galvanized unistrut tubing with bolts

@samjackson4720 4 жыл бұрын

I believe it means before

@markhutchins3579 4 жыл бұрын

Me!!!

@jjthegymrat2717 4 жыл бұрын

Gee MX I just got done buying everything about 15 minutes ago including the pull-up bar and it’s $340.16 (and I got the 3/4” black pipe) here in Florida way over the estimated $200 -250 and this is without the paint or stencils

@volumeboyman 2 жыл бұрын

I remember watching this when it was first posted but I only owned a drill and a screw driver. Over time I amassed more tools and then COVID finally convinced me to just make this rack. I've now made two with slight mods. Thanks Duke and Buff Dudes!

@drewchartier9493 4 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to shout you guys out. Found your channel and it's awesome and I've built this power rack and it came out perfect. I was debating forking some money out for a metal one, but seeing this video totally changed my plans. The rack is EXCELLENT and does everything I need it to. Keep up the Buff Stuff

@zylo361 8 жыл бұрын

A power rack is cool but how do we make the blue meth?

@erikgalindojr8827 5 жыл бұрын

Dominic lmao

@riskymponti4163 4 жыл бұрын

He looks like Heisenberg 😁

@peterm3159 4 жыл бұрын

Bahahahaha

@strom56 4 жыл бұрын

LAMO I kept getting a Walter White vibe from this guy and I thought I was the only one

@randymarsh6253 4 жыл бұрын

Reductive animation of phenylacetone and methylamine. Phenylacetone is a list 1 chemical now but you can produce it via dehydrocarboxylation of phenylacetic acid and acetic acid. Chances are it won't be blue, but it's the method used in Breaking Bad. Can't really go into detail, but there's loads of research online

@jondugan4183 7 жыл бұрын

Building mine over the next few days. Have all the cuts done, pretty excited. Following your exact specs. I'll post pics.

@cytec 4 жыл бұрын

where are the pics, jon? Lies!!

@chadbrooks7805 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you DIY Duke for giving me a cost effective rack to build. Your thorough explanations gave me the confidence to attempt and succeed at building an entire garage gym that looks amazing.

@virk8481 4 жыл бұрын

Just finished mine !!! Incredible video !!! Quite the undertaking but soooo worth it !!! A memory I will have with my dad forever !!!

@trevorsgaragemusings 9 жыл бұрын

Didn't see it mentioned in the video (may be in the description ... hint hint ... add it if not), but use Kiln Dried Wood, NOT Pressure Treated. PT wood is highly saturated and has a huge shrinkage rate compared to KD wood. Keep up the great work dudes!

@jonass9933 9 жыл бұрын

Wow this is such an elaborate tutorial, great work Dudes. Really like that you show every step of the process, give all the measurements and have a shopping list in the description. These videos are fun too watch, have perfect clear explanations and get me excited to start building my own home gym. Keep it going Buff Dad! Edit: Also have a suggestion on something I think would be cool to see build, a preacher bench. Currently do those with a normal bench on incline, however it's not wide enough to have both arms leaning on it at once.

@Rikana 7 жыл бұрын

I'm motivated to have this as my summer project. Thank you for the video. I'm super excited for summer to come now!!

@asims1988 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you guys so much. Needed some racking pins and your tip did the trick. I'm wrapped the area with electric tape to help protect the bar. The metal on metal scratched up the coating on my bar.

@pinkasfloyd7118 8 жыл бұрын

buff dad looks like walter white from breaking bad ... and also he speaks like him lol

@buffdudes 8 жыл бұрын

+Trills Ali It scared us the first time we saw the show. We questioned if our dad had a shady past he had neglected to tell us about. It didn't help this kid named Jessie kept coming around our place. ;-)

@pinkasfloyd7118 8 жыл бұрын

+Buff Dudes lol

@KINGsizeWINNER 8 жыл бұрын

He also looks like one of the dudes from Mythbusters when he wears his hat in other videos

@hopefullyitrolls 7 жыл бұрын

Just need a tweaker to be Jessie

@WiseSageBum 7 жыл бұрын

I AM THE ONE WHO LIFT!!!

@jamesfranco9484 8 жыл бұрын

holy jesus for so long seeing that I thought it was metal...

@hopefullyitrolls 7 жыл бұрын

right?? Looks like they bought it!

@leahfreeman119 6 жыл бұрын

Omfg same lmao

@bilaliqbal4629 5 жыл бұрын

hell yeah i also thought the same

@1untamedbrain 5 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha! Yup, me too.

@K84r7 4 жыл бұрын

i know that's why i wasnt clicking the vid... Cuz i didn't think I could build a metal power rack Lol

@eyesopen6110 2 жыл бұрын

Best design on the internet. Built in 2000 & still perfect. Can't thank you guys enough :) You can put wood (or metal bar) across the top to suspend a punching bag also! (suspend out in front)

@thetedhead 7 жыл бұрын

My father told me he was clearing out the downstairs office and said I could make my own home gym, this is the perfect video I pretty much have all the tools you have all I need to do now if buy the wood and iron bars. thanks a bunch.

@jayn8392 4 жыл бұрын

I am building one of these right now and thought some of you might like this tip. In the holes that you put your "clips" or safety bars, drill the holes a bit larger and find some steel bushings that will still allow your clips or bars to slide through and pound them in there for some added durability. Also, if you are going to use anything over 300 lbs on it I would reccomend finding some solid steel bars for the safety bars instead of that black gas pipe. Also, consider bolting it to the ground or studs in the wall because while it is plenty strong it is also really lightweight and tends to rock when you put a heavy squat load back into the clips. Works pretty well though honestly. Not as "cool" as a sweet rouge rack but functional and cheap

@CaliforniaCarpenter7 9 жыл бұрын

Dad is a thug. Stihl Chainsaw, Skil Mag 77 circular saw, DeWalt drill, has all of the right Drywall gear. This man has done a lot of real work in his life. Respect.

@SimpleDragon1328 7 жыл бұрын

Wow, y'all are such a valuable resource for beginner lifters like myself! Much respect and many thanks.

@richardbrinkert2236 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Buff Dudes! Just sending a Big Thank You your way for your detailed video. Since Covid hit my wife and I have been slowly purchasing exercise gear when it was available. Guided by your videos we built the bench and the power rack and are very happy with both. Stay safe and enjoy your Christmas.

@1966johnnywayne 8 жыл бұрын

In place of the 4x4 corner supports, consider using 3/4" plywood triangular braces w. 12"-16" leg lengths placed on the outside of the frame members for improved rigidity. Also, 1" steel tubing will have considerably greater radial strength than the 3/4" pipe (same O.D.). Good job guys.

@terrymontgomery6005 8 жыл бұрын

What a great vid. I'm a professional carpenter and I didn't think to do this. AWSOME!! Can't wait to build one of these!

@Mitchcok 7 жыл бұрын

Did you do it?

@terrymontgomery6005 7 жыл бұрын

Not yet. I'm moving into a new place and also because I'm a carpenter there is always something in the shop that has to get done first. But it's on my list of things to build this winter.

@everon58 6 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed building the power rack with my brother. Very good instructions from Buff Dad and great video.

@johni6138 6 жыл бұрын

Really outstanding. I bought the supplies yesterday. I'm on my way to the basement to build this thing. Thanks for the idea and the motivation!

@michaelmcclusk3y1 4 жыл бұрын

4 at 43" and *3 at 41" I'm also going to add a dip extension.

@soap6808 3 жыл бұрын

What's the dip design look like?

@genghisjr.8145 3 жыл бұрын

For dips I´m thinking just to hang my rings from pull-up bar, since I already have them.

@SuperSorbie 8 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Absolutely superb.. Most people could buy a power rack but the pride of building your own will always win! But I thought buff dude dad ... Could you extend the power rack to add another cable to do cable cross pullovers with monkey bars then at the opposite end attach at leg press??? I think you have the skills to make it happen & il just thinking it may give way to more ideas! Again great video ... Cannot wait to try a build!

@user-lf3ye4ot4l 4 жыл бұрын

very well done video, thank you guys! I've been looking at power racks and actually never thought of building my own until now. thanks again dudes!

@simodelfoufou8288 8 жыл бұрын

made one for myself!! took me 2 days thanks to your instructions! Great quality videos!

@hewsontran1389 9 жыл бұрын

Buffdad is so god damn cool

@jlotus100 7 жыл бұрын

Well, I know what my next big home project is going to be. :)

@lmagine091 8 жыл бұрын

Hail the OG Buff Dudes! You guys make working out extremely easy to understand!

@Dlp23238 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this video, love these gym DIY’s very useful. Thanks buff dudes 💪🏼

@chadyeager26 7 жыл бұрын

I just built one. Only difference was I took a router to the edges of the 4x4s just to round them a little. Thanks for the great walk-through!!

@auggiegunning5483 4 жыл бұрын

Recently built this power rack due to the unfortunate circumstances... the rack is great and I highly recommend building it. Although it may cost closer to $300 depending on where you live and the prices of your Lowe’s/Home Depot.

@chrisharlin7096 4 жыл бұрын

Buying the materials now. A lot closer to $300.

@gizzmoa4539 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Harlin depends on where you live, where I’m from it’s like 230

@richardjohnson1242 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Just bought most of the material from Lowes and HD...well over $300 same stuff they listed 😩

@lisadesin2471 4 жыл бұрын

I love how detailed buff dad makes the instructions :))

@trail_head_series 4 жыл бұрын

Totally building all of this!!! Looks like I got a weekend project! 👍🏻

@CidGuerreiro1234 9 жыл бұрын

Buff Dad looks young and cool. And Brandon is like his clone.

@buffdudes 9 жыл бұрын

DIY Cloning Station vid coming up next!

@diyduke 9 жыл бұрын

Buff Dudes LOL working on that as we speak already have two Samsons.

@unknownunknown9183 9 жыл бұрын

DIY Duke cool！！

@andrewcottrell9431 8 жыл бұрын

99 wood turning

@zalapski9399 8 жыл бұрын

Can I paint it purple so I feel like I'm at Planet Fitness?

@157dodgers 7 жыл бұрын

Zalapski Puppa then you can kick yourself out of your own gym for being loud😂😂😂

@MAGAMAN 6 жыл бұрын

Planet Fitless has squat racks?

@lh2106 5 жыл бұрын

MAGA MAN, No.

@NicholasJoFoski 5 жыл бұрын

I'm waiting for the 'DIY - Lunk Alarm' video!

@bris9984 5 жыл бұрын

Please get the fuck out of here lol

@jackcovell4725 5 жыл бұрын

Moving out of my barracks into a mates house in a couple months and was planning on making something like this. Already had the basic design in my head but this was a huge help guys, cheers.

@matthewpedersen5779 3 жыл бұрын

I just finished mine!! It is awesome! Thanks so much for the design. You guys kept saying that the rack was ‘very strong’, but just to make total sure, instead of 4x4 wood we used 6x6 wood and let me tell ya, this thing is a TANK now :)

@maykmendo1 7 жыл бұрын

"You can even curl in this Squat Rack" LMAO!!! I love these guys

@TheJeeva143 10 ай бұрын

I'm surprised with some of the negative reviews. I was so impressed with the kzfaq.infoUgkxMwYg0MOXR4M-oGeyBsNSYe1aPOUoRH6D cage that I got the lat pulldown attachment that goes with it. It is equally outstanding. I don't have one complaint other than putting it together is a job. The instructions and packaging of the parts are very well designed and organized. Also, I stripped and damaged the pull down cable the first day, admitting it was my stupid fault, and they quickly replaced it at no charge. I'm 6'5, 280lbs and fit in the cage just fine. Glenn B

@jbossnack 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video BuffDudes! For everyone wondering if wood is strong enough the answer is yes. I use 4x4 to help jack up my vehicles so it can hold a couple hundred pounds all day long.

@ryanlowery4125 4 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thank you so much for including a parts list

@KJL00 4 жыл бұрын

When your 6 mins into the video and you realize this was posted in 2014, not in response to the quarantine and mass amount of gyms that are closed.

@wanilimbe 3 жыл бұрын

They look the exact same as 2014

@JoshMcCallion 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't realise either. Just posted my build on my channel - pandemic forced me into it. Gyms only just opened again here in the uk!

@dasboot360 8 жыл бұрын

Great Vid!!!

@buffdudes 8 жыл бұрын

+dasboot360 Thank you!

@bongaisimba 8 жыл бұрын

+Buff Dudes Just amazing, simply amazing. Please keep them coming, I'm learning so much!

@carlosfernandez1 4 жыл бұрын

I'm starting this project tomorrow. Thank you guys for this tutorial.

@bytesmichael2279 4 жыл бұрын

I have had to shorten the dimensions as my York in door bench bar is only 90cm from weight to weight. So I have done the 4x4 either side with a 700mm gap. I am also using smaller corner supports (thinner). My joinery mate says it will be fine and secure. Currently drilled two posts. The Front I will also have a chin up/muscle up bar going accross and the 700mm 4x4 set alittle back maybe 1/3. I could also use this as the pulley system but not that far ahead yet. Just looking forward to benching and squats. Currently squating off my 140litre wheelie bins. So far so good. Considering this is my 2nd project, my first was the bench which I nailed, just need to purchase foam and vinyl to finish and give it the BUFF dude seal of approval. Michael, from Jersey.C.I. Thanks Buff Dudes, great work. DIY DUKE!!!!!!!!!!!

@StrongWing93 8 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome, i just priced everything out at my local home depot and it came out to $173.12 that's nothing for a power rack!

@danielcullum8996 4 жыл бұрын

Yep $194 but sadly I'm up for another drill now rip old girl😪

@Fedeee__015 4 жыл бұрын

Including tools?

@trinidadarceo4221 3 жыл бұрын

In California mine came out to about 270 only difference is I am using pressure treated wood. A difference of about 1.50 so about 12 dollars more than non pressure treated. Curious where you are.

@timc7798 3 жыл бұрын

@@trinidadarceo4221 really shouldnt use pressure treated lumber indoors.

@trinidadarceo4221 3 жыл бұрын

@@timc7798 thank you. It's outside.

@sqd8r 4 жыл бұрын

400-500 pounds. More than most will ever need. Great project.

@SeanTownsendStormrider 3 жыл бұрын

He's understating it quite a bit, they tested his half rack design at over 1000 lbs and this is stronger than that.

@TheDylan6908 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Duke. Not only a great design but really good instruction and presentation. Same goes for your bench video. Thanks

@MrZaxxon3 7 жыл бұрын

Love your build! I had already done a build of my own design. Funny how much it looks like yours! Only diff is I did my safety bars and racking pins with cotterless hitch pins. Works great for me and is a speedy change when moving my racking pins up and down. Also I made my safety bars shorter. I drilled the safety bar and the racking pin holes about 1/4 inch behind the uprights on the rack. Also I was too lazy to paint mine. Yours looks sharp with the flat black paint!

@antonswanepoel9790 9 жыл бұрын

Hey Buff Dudes, as soon as I saw the Squat Rack in your " How to Build a HOME GYM" video last week I decided I had to do it. I spent all weekend on it and it came out great! One thing though that I did that I would recommend you guys also do is, I put a pull up bar on the front AND on the back, what I did then was take two pieces of pipe about 4 inches long that are slightly thicker than the pull up bars, then welded a steel pulley on each of the 4 inch pipes and slid them over my pull up bars. I then just threaded a steel cable through both pulleys, made a simple bar on the one end and a pipe on the other end to add weights. Works great for any cable exercise and the pulleys can just slide off when you want to do pull ups! Keep up the great work! Greetings from Cape Town, South Africa!

@alexgunner1882 6 жыл бұрын

Anton Swanepoel sounds great. got pics?

@need4mospd 8 жыл бұрын

Building this now, first observation: Drilling those holes sucks pretty big sausage, even with a corded drill. Should finish up in the morning. Thanks Buff Dudes.

@algreen1 8 жыл бұрын

+Clay Stephens Good job. How did it turn out?:)

@need4mospd 8 жыл бұрын

algreen Turned out... OK. Some holes were a bit crooked, so the bars aren't as easy to get through. Wish I had a drill press. Still worth the time putting together, cause I can get buff now.

@algreen1 8 жыл бұрын

I'll watch that when I build mine. Wouldn't making the holes a little wider or trying to fix the angle a bit at the bottom help the crookedness? Just a thought. I don't have the space to build one atm but as soon as I do, probably when I move, i'm making one :D

@bballgod237 8 жыл бұрын

+Clay Stephens Me and my dad made this the other weekend and he forgot his drill so we were using my very old and kind of under powered one. It sucked and eventually the drill caught fire hahahah

@KingJamesVL 8 жыл бұрын

Yes they do. both of my drills are dog tired...It took me a couple of hours alone to drill the holes (don't have a powerful enough drill). Only did a total of 4 holes per upright for right now.

@charlesevans9139 3 жыл бұрын

Know this is 2021 but wanted to say Buff dad you are not only cool but a amazing instructor keeping things simple and understandable for people. The safety first and be aware of dangers of tools being used has saved many from harm great job. I built my first cage in 1974 just like this one 4x4x8. Built second one with 2 inch metal tubing in 1978 sold them both, one to fire department guys and one to a gym. I love making things in weightlifting equipment area. Now guys we need a Buff dude wood safety bench press machine (for no spotter benchers)

@happyaaron8314 4 жыл бұрын

This is such a great video, it's also very inspiring to see someone who has your condition showing that you don't need to be worried about getting out in front of people. I have something called spasmodic dysphonia which gives me spasms and funny noises in my throat and its always so inspiring to see people with relatable conditions and doing such amazing things, I'm definitely subscribing to DIY Duke and the buff dudes!!!

@IornDog91 9 жыл бұрын

If the zombie apocalypse ever happens I wanna be with you family lol

@buffdudes 9 жыл бұрын

Ha! Alex Levine that's what we're preparing for!

@Tankdude246 9 жыл бұрын

Buff Dudes Don't do leg day on a zombie apocalypse... unless you're a buff dead

@Dykestrike 8 жыл бұрын

as an Fyi Buff dudes the flat metal piece you might be looking for item #2 . is strong ties TP35 not TP 5.. just a heads up. going to build this soon I hope. thanks for the video buff fam

@dalsingdj1919 8 жыл бұрын

+Dyke Strike I'm taking a risk and believing you, faceless Internet person. I couldn't find the TP5 at the lumber store today, nor on the Internet ... So I'll take a ride with the TP35, like you say.

@Dykestrike 8 жыл бұрын

yes, internet person with a face Doug. I hope that worked. I had got together all the pieces and couldn't find that TP 5 anywhere and then after looking and comparing the TP35 found that to have the same look and holes as the one in the video... also after posting my comment I seen another faceless person like myself had discovered the same thing. I, sadly was unable to do this project I hope you have success.

@candaceholley5142 8 жыл бұрын

you guys are awesome! ive been wanting to make something like this. its perfect! thank you!!!

@shengchenfan 5 жыл бұрын

It's been two years since I saw this clip and build my own Power Rack (wife helped) watching this clip over and over and it's still holding up today.

@DjShepard 8 жыл бұрын

Gonna be finishing my rack tonight. The holes are easier to drill if you start out with the main drill so it's centered, then drill it out with a smaller drill and finish with the main drill. I would also suggest putting the holes exactly where you need them

@Swishasweet2811 8 жыл бұрын

How much did you spend on this project

@DjShepard 8 жыл бұрын

I think I ended spending around 250. I added some stuff and had to buy some tools. Worth it though. Fun project to build with my grandpa and last 3 workouts have been more intense and more fluid

@Swishasweet2811 8 жыл бұрын

cool bro I'm going to make one now buff dudes should make a how to vid on a lat pulldown

@DjShepard 8 жыл бұрын

Good luck. Yea maybe I'll find a way to perfect it. Will just use pulls ups until then

@graceandglamor 7 жыл бұрын

"Today on 'This Old House: Buff Edition'" *Everyone's sleeves explode off their shirts; cue heavy metal intro* I ❤️ BuffDad!

@johnhein2539 9 ай бұрын

This was a huge game changer for my workouts. My workouts increased and I'm stronger than ever. If there's a snowstorm? I have a workout with hot chocolate. Gyms closed at night? No problem. Tormado? Go to the basement. Basement ceiling was too low for any power rack outside so I built it to perfectly fit. Safety pins are life savers. This workout tool is legit the best piece of equipment I own. Thanks Buff dudes and Buff dad.

@scotie100 8 жыл бұрын

wow this is amazing. you can build this for cheep and it looks great. thanks for the video dudes, and keep up the awesome work!!

@eyecred4153 9 жыл бұрын

Is that you Heisenberg?

@LibertyMapper 4 жыл бұрын

Finally I can do some curls when I'm at home.

@dudemansweet8467 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you are still updating the video's details with the half rack video years later! Legit.

@Phil74711 3 жыл бұрын

Saw this and got inspired. Built it yesterday in my basement. Works awesome!

@048440 7 жыл бұрын

Apparently my drill isn't buff, it went up in flames after hole 11 of 56.

@Jomace0 7 жыл бұрын

Ryan Wells lmao

@nohphd 6 жыл бұрын

Ryan Wells Likewise, my 30 y/o Sear Craftsman drill gave up the ghost drilling the holes. Bought a Dewalt replacement, I could not believe how much more torque the Dwalt had. Drilled the big holes like the wood was butter!

@xinn8133 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao ...Should have made a video lol 😆😆😆

@danielcullum8996 4 жыл бұрын

Lol I doubled u I got 22 holes in b4 she broke I started pre drilling it didn't force it's way in

@JohnDoe-wi7eb 4 жыл бұрын

My dads new Milwaukee took a shit...

@marc-antoinecharron3421 4 жыл бұрын

For those going for the hand saw method. It took me about 4h to cut 21 45° pieces. I wasnt satisfied with some

@JoshMcCallion 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that was a lengthy part of the build for me as well. Tried to do it with the chop saw but the wood was too thick so had to hand saw it. Just uploaded a video on the build!

@CrookTrucking 3 жыл бұрын

There are some cool miter tools on Amazon for easy perfect 45 degree cuts if you guys don’t have a saw. Just requires a little sweat and elbow grease

@Luminaria999 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Helpful! I'm so gonna build this one!

@andykalin6526 6 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely amazing thank you so much!

@original2k 9 жыл бұрын

"hell, you can even curl in it......cause it's YOURS!" i lol'd

@MiXtApEMesSiAh22 9 жыл бұрын

Heisenberg of home gyms

@jonnyf3452 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Buff Dad seems like a super cool dude. Thanks Buff Dudes! 🇨🇦

@TonyLancon97 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buff dudes. I built a cool wooden power rack thanks to this vid! Still holds up well after a good amount of use. If you have the space, go for it. It will be worth be it!

@mmm6325 9 жыл бұрын

Great video.Next time cooking blue meth with buff dad.

@buffdudes 9 жыл бұрын

Shhh, let's keep that on the down low mmm6325 . We're keeping him safe in the basement until Saul can find a way to cover up that whole mess.

@GilgameshApproves 9 жыл бұрын

Buff Dudes s'all good'man

@budknowitall7140 9 жыл бұрын

man im sic of hearing about breaking bad, every godamm analogy now a days is about that show, the show has been over for quite some time, and i was an avid fan of the show, but can we fucking stop with this shit already, i swear half of these comments are from loser meth heads themselves

@joematthews5052 7 жыл бұрын

Has anybody gotten Hyezmar's Woodworking Bible yet? I think he's still looking for readers before publishing it. At least that's what I saw in a site after googling him.

@rtyuu999 9 жыл бұрын

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!! This puts all the other fitness youtubers to shame hahahah

@CyrilOfTheWind 7 жыл бұрын

I've been a fan of these guys for over a year now. Why am I just now finding these videos!!! I'm about to have a whole gym of buff dudes stuff!

@rrugh5 4 жыл бұрын

I followed the video and built it a couple of years ago. It's still standing strong, really great stuff.

@jakesexton2.0 9 жыл бұрын

Hey dudes, how about a DIY episode on a dip station or an attachment dip station for the power rack?

@SasquatchActualFitness 4 жыл бұрын

Use two bars and boom dip station

@luptonpittman6520 4 жыл бұрын

5:45 center of 3&1/2” is 1&3/4”, not 1&1/4”

@kristenklass6516 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a materials list that is current? I cant find 90% of the stuff listed!

@edwinmedina4721 4 жыл бұрын

@@kristenklass6516 lowes has everything

@brettdathreat2715 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sir! That was driving me crazy. I was measuring and thinking that what he said didn’t line up. Back to work. 👍🏼

@alherrera591 4 жыл бұрын

Scrolled for the comment

@stevesedgwick5789 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent work chaps, good quality build.

@margincall7 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome DIY video. I'm going to give this a go. Thanks for the instructions and detailed parts list.

@JoshMcCallion 3 жыл бұрын

It really is a good video. I've just finished it myself. the video I uploaded has links to materials. If you are in the UK you might find this helpful.