Old Tractor Seat Barstools

[ryan172001]

I am currently undertaking a project to construct 4 barstools all centred around old tractor seats. So far I have this first current design which involves the use of welded up lengths of chain, this is because I have a lot of this old chain and intend to use it on this project. The base is going to be made of laminated wood and a steel plate will attach to this to then support the welded chain. The sizes on this sketchup design are all made to suit the table that they will be sat around.

However I am seeking some further advise from anyone who can help with information around a more suitable swivel devise which I want to be in place aswell as any other advice around strength, stability, ergonomics different design ideas that could look good aswell as any general advice or ideas.

ANY ADVICE IS APPRECIATED

 

[Seven Gables]

Just a thought for the base, would a large 20-22" used disc work and look good ? B

 

[Thomas]

There websites like youtube offer good ideas.

 

[Stancoll]

I saw one somewhere with a car spring for the pestal.

 

[Xfaxman]

I am currently undertaking a project to construct 4 barstools all centred around old tractor seats. So far I have this first current design which involves the use of welded up lengths of chain, this is because I have a lot of this old chain and intend to use it on this project. The base is going to be made of laminated wood and a steel plate will attach to this to then support the welded chain. The sizes on this sketchup design are all made to suit the table that they will be sat around.

However I am seeking some further advise from anyone who can help with information around a more suitable swivel devise which I want to be in place aswell as any other advice around strength, stability, ergonomics different design ideas that could look good aswell as any general advice or ideas.

ANY ADVICE IS APPRECIATED

If you click this image search link you will see many different design ideas: Old Tractor Seat Barstools at DuckDuckGo

 

[67FASTBACK428]

How about a boat seat swivel? if you have room Wise WD1 36-Degree Flat Boat Seat Swivel Made in the USA | eBay Or if you know any mechanics how about an old wheel bearing hub assembly?

 

[RUSTBUCKET BRONCO]

The bottom looks a little "clunky" to me. Could you do a tri-pod for the legs with the chains and have the bottom link of each chain flat for support? Then in the middle you could weld a chain flat across for a foot support. You are obviously better at cad than me you could draw up a quick sketch and see if that would work visually.

Curt

 

[dennis103]

I enjoy this kind of art also. This table is in the making. Pintrest is a good source for ideas.

 

[Gary Fowler]

I enjoy this kind of art also. This table is in the making. Pintrest is a good source for ideas.

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WOW, a 4000# table. You need a forklift to move that thing without getting a hernia.

 

[dennis103]

Gives it good ballast, you wouldn't want it falling over and spilling your coffee.