Rails for Reclaimed Refrigerator Drawer

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I'm designing a custom rail system for my 3D printer workbench using an old refrigerator drawer that was headed for the trash at work. The story behind it is a mystery, but I cleaned it up and transformed it into a tool holder. Take a look at the pictures - you'll see a 3/4 inch plywood sheet on top of a 2x4 frame; the frames screw into the bottom of the plywood and one side of the 2x4 frame. This design is definitely niche, but I've color-coded it for anyone who wants to build it. To get started, you'll need the following parts: Yellow - Front Bracket (1 piece) White - Front Lock (1 piece) Green - Front Rail (1 piece) Black - Back Rail (1 piece) Red - Back Bracket (2 pieces) You'll also need at least 12 #4 screws to assemble everything. Here are the instructions: Everything should fit together with a friction fit, so be prepared to clean up any edges where parts need to connect. I had to use some force even after sanding down all the edges and using my scraper tool to clean up the inside corners of the dovetail joints. To get started, line up one rail with the drawer in the closed position, making sure there's enough room for the drawer not to stick out past the 2x4 frame. Remove the drawer and mark where you want the rail brackets to sit. Screw one side all the way in. Next, attach the other rail to the drawer and slide it into place while the drawer is still closed. Mark where the other brackets will mount, then remove the drawer and screw the second rail into place. The drawer should now slide smoothly all the way in. Finally, place the clip over the top of the front rail where there's a gap, and use some force to pop it into place at the bottom. Be careful not to break the rail - this clip keeps the drawer from tipping out when it's completely open. I only needed one of them. For anyone who needs this exact design, here you go!