Table base

[Crows Nest]

Is there a less expensive alternative to the Springfield table base? I’ve seen some online but the mounting plates don’t look as wide as the Springfield and I’m concerned that the 1/2” screws won’t be enough to hold it in place without wobbling.

[brroberts]

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[Ron in BC]

Originally Posted by Crows Nest

Is there a less expensive alternative to the Springfield table base?

I’m concerned that the 1/2” screws won’t be enough to hold it in place without wobbling.

I don't want to be rude but I think that it's a case of you get what you pay for. The Springfield is good quality and the base is substantial.

There is zero issue with attaching the base to the floor. It's solid as a rock. Any movement is due to the clamps not being tight but more likely, play caused by the plastic slides.

I consider the Springfield one of my top 10 mods.

Ron

[Crows Nest]

Ed raised the floor 5”, which allows him to bolt through the floor. Not going to work for me.

[sofmerc]

Originally Posted by Crows Nest

Ed raised the floor 5”, which allows him to bolt through the floor. Not going to work for me.

use threaded inserts like factory does for Springfield installations

[Ron in BC]

I used threaded inserts for my Scamp and E19. The large diameter has much more holding power than a screw.

However, I got lazy with my E21 and just used fat screws. 5 years, heavy elbows on the table etc. and no problems.

Ron