Welding table leg adjusters

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We are building some new work tables.  The legs are 3x3x3/8 angle.  We are going to use a 3X3" square plate and 7/8 bolts for the adjusters.  (Good diameter?)  If we want the bolt head to sit flat on the floor, should I weld the plate in, holding the bolt and nut, in while it is sitting on the floor?It seems like if I were to weld the plate, (with the nut welded), into the leg, once the welding is done on the framework, the bolt heads might not be sitting flat.  Or I could weld the plate in about 1/2" high, adjust the bolt head so it is setting on the floor, and weld the nut to the plate.Does this question make sense?Last edited by Crabo; 05-05-2013 at 03:43 PM.
Reply:CraboFor procedural efficiency weld the nut-plate on the angle first,and you only need one adjuster, anymore are just a nuisance.Opus
Reply:if you want the bolt to sit flat don't weld the nut to the table leg. use two nuts, one on top of the plate and one on the bottom. use the bottom one to adjust the height, and the top to lock it down once it's there. that way you don't have to worry about the bolt not sitting flat.There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:Use carriage bolts. They have rounded heads.
Reply:Originally Posted by TIGguyUse carriage bolts. They have rounded heads.
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Reply:Originally Posted by TIGguyUse carriage bolts. They have rounded heads.