Folding Home Garage Rack/Gym Build - DIY Squat and Bench Rig

Why not build your own home garage gym? Save money and get fit doing it! I built this folding rig over 3 weekends, finishing in February 2020, just in time!

Design:
You can get your hands on my design files which include all of the major dimensions here: https://www.barbellsbbqbeer.com/produ...


Or, if you just don't have the time or tools, you could simply order one online through a reputable gym equipment supplier. I can highly recommend Bulldog Gear's rig and equipment in general. My Crossfit gym is fully kitted out with Bulldog Gear. The best part is, having partnered with them, if you order ANY items through this link: https://bulldoggear.com/struan10 - you'll be entitled to a 10% discount off ANYTHING you order when using the code "STRUAN10" at check-out (UK shipping only), that's a pretty impressive deal! Just make sure you visit the link above as well as my discount code at check-out.

YOU'LL NEED:

Tools:

Grinder: https://amzn.to/45BIhVM
Handheld drill: https://amzn.to/3BQptV6
Drill press: https://amzn.to/3MQrLd2
17mm drill bit (heavy-duty for steel): https://amzn.to/3IzpZu9
Mig-Welder (or a professional with one): https://amzn.to/3BNDoeD
Cut-off saw: https://amzn.to/42Yepkq

Materials:

3 "x 3" square mild steel (76 x 76mm)
3" x 1/5" flat bar (76 x 5mm)
32mm pull up bar
16mm round bar for j-hook pins

Dimensions:

Uprights: 2500mm
Arms from the wall: 1150mm
Width apart: based on a standard Olympic barbell - 1100mm
Hole spacing: 50mm and 25mm

Safety:

Goggles
Gloves
Welding apron, mask, gloves