davidr36 Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 I'm looking for suggestions on how best to "mobilize" my Northstar 30" slab roller. I've installed 4" lockable wheels (Ace Hardware standard), but the "feet" of the table legs can't support their weight; the feet buckle inward. I've considered having metal bars fabricated to provide additional bracing across the bottom. Anyone had success in this area and want to share his/her experience? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark C. Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 I'm understanding that the Northstar legs are to wimpy ?? Instead of metal reinforcements how about a piece of 3/4 plywood with the rollers on that and the table sits on that-then you have a shelve under to store stuff and it all rolls around. I will say I'm not a Northstar fan as the stuff is made for light duty-they are getting better but your issue reminds me that they are not yet there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidr36 Posted February 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 Thanks, Mark C., that may be the best solution...AND it would add storage (always a plus!)... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glazenerd Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 David: I have a 30" Northstar roller mounted on 300lb rollers. By some 1 x 4 lumber, cut them to length and build a carriage at the base of the legs. It will stabilize the unit so it can be moved easily. I can snap some pics if you need more info, or a visual guide. Nerd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 The legs aren't wimpy, the feet just aren't designed to work with a caster. I like Northstar slab rollers. Durability will depend on which model you get- the Standard or Super. For most people, the Standard will work fine. For heavy use you need to get the Super. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcia Selsor Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 I just moved my 30" slab roller into a new position and the idea of rollers sounds great until I realize that would add 5" to the height. That would make it difficult to work with because I am a short person. I have a Bailey slab roller on steel legs. They were fine with my dragging. Marcia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Longer Member Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 I have our 30 Super on casters bolted right through the hole on the foot with no problems at all. It's been on those for about 3 years now. IIRC. I didn't reinforce anything and just used HF studded casters: http://www.harborfreight.com/3-inch-x-3-4-quarter-inch-stem-swivel-caster-with-brake-90992.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perkolator Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 Someone gifted me a NorthStar 30" slab roller - I see exactly your issue with the legs being too flimsy for casters....actually I gave the slab roller away too, I hated that thing and the wonderfully designed plastic gears and roller assembly My solution was to build a platform base, on plate casters, made with 2x3 lumber and a sheet of OSB plywood over the top. To this, I simply lag-bolted down the legs of the slab roller...and I get a storage shelf underneath for misc items. I was ok with the extra 5" of height since I typically don't even bother using a slab roller unless it's larger than 18" square. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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