1. Leverage Wall Space

The Tool-O-Dex consists of four 2 x 4–foot pegboards, each attached to a 1-inch-diameter ABS pipe. The pegboard-to-pipe assemblies are held vertically in wooden supports. The individual pegboard sheets swivel, allowing access to tools as needed and folding flat against the wall when not in use.

2. Split Spines

Start by carefully cutting straight slots lengthwise in four 5-foot lengths of ABS pipe using a table saw. To do this, first bolt the ABS pipe to a scrap 2 x 4 and lower the blade height so the saw's teeth will cut the plastic but miss the bolts. Once the slot is cut, remove the 2 x 4 and pound pegboard into the slot with a rubber mallet. Secure the pegboard to the pipe with five evenly spaced 1½-inch No. 10 bolts.

3. Stiffen Pegboards

To stiffen the panels, attach wood or metal strips to the edge of the pegboard opposite the ABS spine. Drill five evenly spaced holes in the strips and pegboard; use No. 10 bolts and nuts for assembly.

4. Add Supports

Scraps of 2 x 6 lumber form blocks that support the Tool-O-Dex's ABS spines at the top and bottom. To make the bottom support, use a spade bit to drill four 13/8-inch-diameter, ¾-inch-deep mortises into an open-sided box made of five 2 x 6–inch wood blocks. Screw shelf brackets to the box, and drive 4-inch lag bolts through the brackets and into the wall studs. For the top support, drill 13/8-inch holes through a 2 x 6. Fit the pipes in the bottom support and slip the top board over the pipes. Cap the pipe ends. Use 4-inch lag bolts and shelf brackets to fasten the top support to the wall studs.

5. Hang Tools

Use pegboard hooks to position your tools. For large items, such as circular saws, cut a tool-size hole in the front or rear pegboard page, then hook the tool above the hole. The extra space will allow the page to fold flat.

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