You will need a router bit, I will be using a core box bit but you could substitute a round nose bit. The width of cut needs to be 3/8" and it will need to be able to cut 5/16" deep.
Shank size depends on what router or chuck you have.
This size bit can be had for about $11 at places like mlcswoodworking.com. The 1/4" shank is part number 6416 or the 1/2" shank 8716. Either of these have a large diameter of 3/8" and a carbide height of 3/8". Shipping is free.
Feel free to find a similar bit where ever you buy bits.
I will be using pine boards for mine. If you have other wood on hand feel free to use it. Do not use treated wood. You will need 1 x 6 and 1 x 8 widths and the length will be determined when I finish the design. If you want a head start I will guess that a 6 foot length will work for the 1 x 6 and maybe a 4 foot for the 1 x 8. If you want to make it larger of course you will need more wood.
I will be using my router table but if you want to use your shopsmith for the routing operation make sure you have the router chuck in a size that matches the bit you have or get.
The basic design is looking like this:
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Each of the racks looks like this:
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Here is an idea of the dimensions for the rack. Don't fret it is easier to do then it might look.
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Edit to change the length requirement of the 1 x 6 from 8 feet to 6 feet.
