DON'T buy a Track Saw? Build this instead!

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  • Can this DIY build replace the need for an expensive track saw in our wood working shops? Plans link - www.izzyswan.com/Store/Foldin...
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  • @BiggMo
    @BiggMo 11 місяців тому +250

    Track saw is still priceless for those of us working in a small garage.

    • @a29miller
      @a29miller 11 місяців тому +23

      Agreed. Love this idea, but still don’t really have the room to maneuver 4x8 sheets. Track saw probably works better for me.

    • @thesandman775
      @thesandman775 11 місяців тому +17

      Agreed. Track saw is essential for a lot of diyers

    • @joshh5336
      @joshh5336 11 місяців тому +11

      My thoughts exactly. Also, that does you no good anywhere but in your large shop. Not mobile at all

    • @prgelectric5104
      @prgelectric5104 11 місяців тому +12

      Track saw is also now becoming legit my favorite tool. I have the makita corded and I can’t believe how quiet it is !

    • @xmuggsyx
      @xmuggsyx 11 місяців тому +11

      Yeah and a track saw can follow me to the jobsite easily whereas my table saw is not moving, and we all know the usefulness of a jobsite table saw

  • @stevegillis2740
    @stevegillis2740 11 місяців тому +30

    You Sir are an inspiration for those of us who can't spend hours on our feet anymore. Excellent videos and info too.

    • @BsBucWiLD
      @BsBucWiLD 9 місяців тому

      I can spend the hours, but why if you don't have too!!

  • @cottagemail4066
    @cottagemail4066 11 місяців тому +31

    This is - BY FAR - my favorite jig you've done to date! 👍

  • @RustyCas999
    @RustyCas999 11 місяців тому +3

    Great idea and I will eventually build these, IF / WHEN I have a shop with enough room to rip a full sheet on my TS. Seeing the tools & techniques you use is very helpful as well. Sitting when you can makes a lot of sense as well. Thanks for this video Izzy.

  • @DebHeadworth
    @DebHeadworth 9 місяців тому +1

    You're such a great teacher! (concise, clear, orderly, creative) Thank you so much!

  • @scottyates4939
    @scottyates4939 8 місяців тому +1

    Love this channel, I work away from my shop quite often, so a track saw is very handy when doing projects on my rentals...this is great for my limited back capabilities and let's me finish my days with comfort at 72 years of age...thx Izzy!

  • @RobbieSongwriter
    @RobbieSongwriter 11 місяців тому +1

    One of the more BRILLIANT designs I've ever seen. THANK YOU for sharing this. You always have such GREAT ideas for nifty stuff, but this is SUPERB.

  • @rsc4peace971
    @rsc4peace971 11 місяців тому +20

    Glad to see you more enthusiastic than ever Izzy. Having you seen go through your back surgery a few years ago and you are back to new normal and always making something unique for the maker community is just heartwarming. You are one of my inspirations as a 70-year-old having gone through back surgery 10 years back but rehabilitated to getting back to my DIY shop to make many woodworking projects I enjoy. Greetings from NC

  • @j_b_9381
    @j_b_9381 11 місяців тому +4

    I saw Jay's video on this and already planned to make a set for my small shop. Now seeing you're additions, I'll be including them as well. This is a great upgrade to an already fantastic jig.

  • @flashwashington2735
    @flashwashington2735 8 місяців тому

    Glad to see you well. Enjoy watching and listening to your process. God bless you and yours.

  • @a_ham_like_me
    @a_ham_like_me 11 місяців тому +1

    Perfect way to handle large sheets of material. Thanks for taking the time to put together the plans and the build video.

  • @flatlander523
    @flatlander523 11 місяців тому +1

    Holy cow Izzy, thank you for sharing this. I am also retired and it is devices like this that will help keep me in the shop longer and doing the normal projects I like doing. As you get older you need devices like this to compensate for the natural loss of strength and dexterity. You could start another business developing devices like this to help us old goats and nannies Looking forward to the plans. 😊

  • @theodurbin8672
    @theodurbin8672 11 місяців тому +2

    Fully on board with this jig system, and yes also to noticing & appreciating Jay Bates' version.

  • @carebase
    @carebase 11 місяців тому +6

    Hello, Izzy! Thank you and your videographer for such a wonderful tutorial on a device with such profound process efficiency and safety for working with panels on a tablesaw instead of having to resort to track saws. Truly impressed! At age 70, greatly appreciated the humor at 7:58 + : ) That was very good, and tasteful, and to do both with the cut-in was simply genius. Bravo!
    I really am impressed with your ingenuity and tutorial skill. I can see you think in 3D, with both left and right hemispheres synchronized in harmony. Keep up the great work! Cheers!

  • @johnkillen588
    @johnkillen588 7 місяців тому

    your tricks never cease to amaze me.........thank you!

  • @alanyoung5571
    @alanyoung5571 8 місяців тому

    Great job on this video. I thoroughly enjoyed the detailed instructions and the best practices on tapping the holes. Great job!!!

  • @Marcus-dd6fb
    @Marcus-dd6fb 11 місяців тому

    I really appreciate how you mentioned the differences in other table saws, particularly the Laguna.

  • @hjboots
    @hjboots 11 місяців тому +1

    Awesome addition to the table saw for plywood maneuverability, I can see it is a must for woodworkers.

  • @bradleytuckwell4881
    @bradleytuckwell4881 8 місяців тому

    I always enjoy your videos and I can see how much joy it brings you to share your knowledge to all your subscribers. Cheers mate have a great weekend

  • @richpeggyfranks490
    @richpeggyfranks490 11 місяців тому +2

    What a great aid to those of us who struggle with large sheet goods. I have a track saw, but always hesitate to use it because of the extra work, set-up, clean up, etc. Especially when I have a 62" saw just sitting there. Also, the "getting floppy as you get older" comment really hit home. I was glad I didn't have a mouth full of coffee when you said it. Haha. Thanks.

  • @larryb4122
    @larryb4122 11 місяців тому +2

    As always, Great job Izzy!! You've been an inspiration for years! Thank you for sharing your skills and knowledge.

  • @dutchwalters4450
    @dutchwalters4450 9 місяців тому

    You're having way too much fun. No floppy in your shop. Awesome tool Izzy, as always.

  • @145tak
    @145tak 11 місяців тому +2

    I built these after seeing Jay's but I like your added features. After building a kitchen, garage and workshop cabinets I told myself I'm done working with plywood. I said that but then followed up with geometric plywood bookshelves for my son! Guess I should just make this upgraded version. Nice work.

  • @jlrworkshop
    @jlrworkshop 5 місяців тому

    I'm in the process of building an outfeed/assembly table. Have been thinking about what to do on the infeed side. You have just answered all my questions! Thank you for this video!!

  • @tracysowder2023
    @tracysowder2023 11 місяців тому +1

    Love the idea. Thank you for all you do for the community

  • @mitchkey9747
    @mitchkey9747 3 місяці тому +1

    Your game has changed and it is absolutely in the positive direction. Thank you, you are diy friendly and I subscribe. You are an excellent instructor/teacher. Please continue to share your ideas and disregard the pus that comes out of these squeezed pimples who have negative comments- the are simply discarded on a paper towel that goes into the ranks of sewage! Your work is very appreciated. Thank you

  • @MikeTaylorToolworks
    @MikeTaylorToolworks 11 місяців тому

    It's worth it just to watch you get so excited. Good to see you back in the game. Such a nice jig. So practical and easy to build. Keep up the awesome content..

  • @Gotmovezlikejagga
    @Gotmovezlikejagga 11 місяців тому +1

    Once again you demonstrate your engineer brain at work! Great solutions to problems don't have to be fancy or expensive. Excellent!

  • @richklekar
    @richklekar 11 місяців тому +5

    Thanks for the video. A very practical yet inexpensive jig.

  • @rolandharrison5651
    @rolandharrison5651 11 місяців тому +7

    Thank You Izzy !!! What a great jig build. It looked straight forward, easygoing and looks so clean. This is one project I’m going to do when I get a round to it. Thinking I might need one of humming suction things. Well done, as always a pleasure to see.

  • @CrapE_DM
    @CrapE_DM 8 місяців тому

    Saw the video of the original earlier today. These are some pretty clever additions

  • @grumblycurmudgeon
    @grumblycurmudgeon 7 місяців тому

    I've been using a modified Bora Panel Carrier (PM-1850) in a similar fashion for a couple years now. But the locking clamps that firmly affix yours to the table saw rail are a fantastic upgrade!

  • @apowell389
    @apowell389 11 місяців тому

    Izzy you are one badass mad scientist! I have a jobsite saw incorporated into a 72"x38" bench for outfield. I am inspired to make this and adapt it to my setup. Cause yes my tracksaw works great but it is an additional step in breaking down sheet goods. Love your work!

  • @herbertliedel7019
    @herbertliedel7019 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for reminding me of Jay's system and your additions look great. Now I really have to get this done for my shop.

  • @joefaraone977
    @joefaraone977 11 місяців тому

    Izzy, you're brilliant. Every time I watch your videos, I learn some of the >simplest< cool ideas. Thank you sir!

  • @markhedquist9597
    @markhedquist9597 11 місяців тому +1

    I saw Jay's video when it came out and liked the idea. Your upgrades are great. I see a couple of shelves mounted under the table saw wing to store these when not in use.

  • @neilmclennan1112
    @neilmclennan1112 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks Izzy, cool design. And for those of us that don't have a lot of space another pair can be used as out-feed legs.

  • @FabricaBenedicta
    @FabricaBenedicta 11 місяців тому

    Izzy, this is great! I was planning on building an infeed for my Flip-Top Table Saw cart (you can see it on my channel) but it was different than this one. After seeing this one, I've changed my mind. I'll be making one like this and adapt it for my cart. Great work! Thanks!

  • @user-gq6fu5kh1l
    @user-gq6fu5kh1l 11 місяців тому

    OMG I wish I’d seen this years ago. Thanks Izzy! Gonna build these this weekend!

  • @tomim7187
    @tomim7187 11 місяців тому +6

    Love me some Jay Bates and Izzy Swan. Built my simple ones after seeing Jay's video, which took me less than an hour, out of scrap wood laying about the shop. It has really made panel break downs and sizing so much easier. Izzy, I will make one of yours after making some shop upgrades. Keep those videos coming!

  • @arponto
    @arponto 11 місяців тому

    Ok, using thin CA to lock pieces into place!! It's so obvious I never thought of it. If nothing else, this was extremely helpful to me! I love this setup

  • @jeffreykipperman6894
    @jeffreykipperman6894 11 місяців тому +8

    One of my favorite woodworking channels. It's beyond me that you haven't reached 1 million subscribers yet! Thank you Izzy!

  • @warrensmith2902
    @warrensmith2902 11 місяців тому

    Jay's design is cool, in fact, it helped me to design and build the extension for my crosscut sled support, an idea I got from you. Way to go Izzy.

  • @marcothehammer
    @marcothehammer 11 місяців тому

    I think you "nailed it"!
    This is definitely the greatest table saw accessory since sliced bread.

  • @8082Speed
    @8082Speed 11 місяців тому

    Izzy, GREAT job. Thanks so much for the idea. I’ll be building a set of these very soon.

  • @steponacracker3865
    @steponacracker3865 11 місяців тому

    Been a subscriber for awhile now, because you always come up with the greatest jigs! Thanks for this idea and all the ones in the past!

  • @rickculpepper709
    @rickculpepper709 8 місяців тому

    Nice..love the way you are explaining everything. You do sound more enthuse

  • @markgilles-ih8go
    @markgilles-ih8go 3 місяці тому

    That there...is exceptionally clever! Well done Izzy!

  • @jimrosson6702
    @jimrosson6702 11 місяців тому

    Another amazing idea two great ideas coming together to create one great thing.well done Izzy and Jay

  • @rogermccaslin5963
    @rogermccaslin5963 9 місяців тому +1

    I've got an 8 foot outfeed table (that doubles as a workbench) and a side table that is the same height as the table saw to support the material when I crosscut. For 30 odd years, I've been manhandling sheet goods onto my table saw but as I've gotten older, it has become more of a burden. This is a great solution of supporting the material before it fully gets on the table.

  • @leonarddevilliers5037
    @leonarddevilliers5037 Місяць тому

    This is so cool, I must build one for myself. Your way of presenting it is also very inspiring

  • @declaneric
    @declaneric 10 місяців тому +4

    Even having a track saw for on-location work, what a fantastic tool this is for working large pieces in the shop. Most shops I've been in have a rolling table to butt up against the saw to cut plywood. But this is actually better, because having the legs separate, leaves room to move the boards forward without leaning, which is usually how it goes. Here, you just walk forward in between the legs to make the cut more stable.
    VERY nice work. Thanks to Jay for the idea, and you for the adaptation!

    • @wizardmaster6639
      @wizardmaster6639 9 місяців тому

      you are impressed too easily

    • @221b-Maker-Street
      @221b-Maker-Street 6 місяців тому

      @@wizardmaster6639 Meanwhile, you appear to be an absolute joy sponge. 🤡

  • @gregpreston7301
    @gregpreston7301 9 місяців тому

    Definately an excellent solution given the space. I also like it as just an additional infeed/outfeed surface in a "regular size" shop. A little modification of length as needed and Bob's your Uncle.

  • @user-eq2by1vl7x
    @user-eq2by1vl7x 3 місяці тому

    seen several infeed vids, this is hands down best one!

  • @rask4p
    @rask4p 11 місяців тому

    Really cool! Seems like a must for anyone with a cabinet saw! I was surprised to see you tapping the wood, I would typically expect a t-nut for the adjustable feet.

  • @richthomas5013
    @richthomas5013 11 місяців тому

    That’s a great idea. I like your add-ons. I think I’ll have to set aside some time this weekend and make a set. THANKS!

  • @michael.schuler
    @michael.schuler 8 місяців тому

    These infeed supports are great for table saw in shop. Track saw reigns supreme for non-parallel cuts, as often required for remodeling and finish carpentry.

  • @orrinkelso9295
    @orrinkelso9295 11 місяців тому

    That is a great idea. And I agree, breaking down you plywood is far faster on a table saw. Even at 70 years old , I can still muster a 4x8 sheet of 3/4 inch plywood on the table saw and I always have to do it by myself. But I am not going to say it is easy. Those jigs will help considerably. In the last year I got a Makita track saw which I like a lot, but no way is it anywhere near as fast as the table saw. On the table saw, I set the fence and I cut. Never have to take out a tape measure or pencil and mark anything. Really enjoy you videos. My best to you and Maggie.

  • @rkerby6375
    @rkerby6375 11 місяців тому

    Absolutely Amazing!
    Well done!

  • @raydriver7300
    @raydriver7300 11 місяців тому

    You already know that I admire your innovations. All the best for the future to you and Maggie. She really needs her sense of humor 🌞

  • @gregkieser1157
    @gregkieser1157 11 місяців тому

    I saw this on Jay Bates channel many years ago and couldn’t build one fast enough. It works so well it got me started in the commercial cabinetry game……which resulted in a panel saw. Go figure…….some very nice improvements Izzy.

  • @johnsanchez1619
    @johnsanchez1619 11 місяців тому

    Thanks Izzy! I am sooooo making a set. I saw Jay’s video also. Cheers!

  • @ralphambrosio2655
    @ralphambrosio2655 11 місяців тому +1

    You are a joy to watch! I bought your dust collection connectors... they are outstanding.

    • @izzyswan
      @izzyswan  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you!

  • @EricGrayEricLeePhotos
    @EricGrayEricLeePhotos 11 місяців тому +42

    Certainly does what it is supposed to do! But, it doesn't solve the issue of needing 8' behind and in front of the saw. Still need the track saw in my smaller shop. Thanks for the content!

    • @izzyswan
      @izzyswan  11 місяців тому +11

      Right On. Cant fix space issues for sure.

    • @golefevre
      @golefevre 11 місяців тому +8

      Seems that the axiom of about never having too many clamps is also true about shop space. The room to maneuver a 4' x 8' sheet of plywood around a cabinet saw is enviable.

    • @Erik_The_Viking
      @Erik_The_Viking 11 місяців тому +2

      Yeah that's my problem too. I love the idea though!

    • @JordanHaisley
      @JordanHaisley 11 місяців тому +3

      I have size constraints as well, but I’m solving it with a panel saw to minimize the need to move full sheets around as much as possible.

    • @Erik_The_Viking
      @Erik_The_Viking 11 місяців тому

      @@JordanHaisley Yeah that's a great solution - now if I only had a wall to put one on I would build one. Definitely useful for breaking down large and smaller pieces.

  • @jbkibs
    @jbkibs 11 місяців тому

    i really like those adjustable locking levers. i use them for jigs. that is a GREAT sheet good extension / lift!

  • @michaelhales5695
    @michaelhales5695 11 місяців тому

    Instant sub after the step bros quote!! Always gotta love the extra room for activities!!

  • @ivokolarik8290
    @ivokolarik8290 11 місяців тому

    Videos with you making stuff are the best

  • @earlteigrob9211
    @earlteigrob9211 3 місяці тому

    Great for a huge saw and a huge place like you have. For my jobsite saw I’ll take the track saw thank you very much.

  • @mlubecke
    @mlubecke 11 місяців тому

    I love you man…. This is brilliant!! ❤❤❤. You took this to the next level.. it’s also good to see you so happy 🎉…. Congratulations on your retirement.. 😊

  • @serchme54
    @serchme54 7 місяців тому

    love to watch a craftsman at work.

  • @JFWoodshop
    @JFWoodshop 11 місяців тому

    Genius. Thank you Jay, thank you Izzy!

  • @trees2treasureswoodworking921
    @trees2treasureswoodworking921 11 місяців тому

    Izzy very neat Idea, I think this might be my next project. I primarily use my tract saw for straight edging my rough cut lumber before jointing . Saving hours standing at the jointer making multiple passes. I almost never put up full sheet goods on my table saw, because of not wanting to wrestle it up there. I almost always use Cnc for that but it’s time consuming programming for simple projects that can be quickly done on a table saw. Thanks for the idea.

  • @jayf9259
    @jayf9259 11 місяців тому

    Great info here, Izzy! I will check your plans out and maybe build one of my own.

  • @walterrider9600
    @walterrider9600 11 місяців тому

    thank you Izzy .its amazing how at 20 ish moving a sheet of plywood was no big deal . however at 70 with no back its a big deal . looks like a good deal

  • @why-be-normal7014
    @why-be-normal7014 11 місяців тому

    I just came across your page , this is a great video and this is definitely a game changer for my sawstop

  • @Hinkleshop
    @Hinkleshop 11 місяців тому +1

    Outstanding Izzy I’ll definitely be making this!

  • @nomark1978
    @nomark1978 3 місяці тому

    true woodworker and genius!!

  • @adamcone6856
    @adamcone6856 11 місяців тому

    Bro!!! So freaking dope. Thank you for the effort and the video.

  • @64maxpower
    @64maxpower 11 місяців тому

    I love how you work.

  • @connecticutaggie
    @connecticutaggie 3 місяці тому +1

    Awesome solution. LOVE IT!

  • @jim7smith
    @jim7smith 9 місяців тому

    Excellently done, !

  • @fred_derf
    @fred_derf 7 місяців тому

    Those are awesome -- my shop needs!

  • @MCsCreations
    @MCsCreations 11 місяців тому

    Brilliant, Izzy! Fantastic work!!! 😃
    Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

  • @richarddpetersen169
    @richarddpetersen169 11 місяців тому

    Wow, Nice project. Well made

  • @MarkSWilliams27
    @MarkSWilliams27 5 місяців тому

    You "IZZ" a genius, bro. I need to get this figured out for my Unisaw/Unifence.

  • @DHM078schannel-np9xh
    @DHM078schannel-np9xh 11 місяців тому +3

    Looks great if you have the space to make use of it. That loading function is awesome. I'm working from a one car garage where I just don't have the space to physically maneuver full 4x8 sheets on the table saw. I don't have the infeed/outfeed length to rip them or the width to crosscut them. Even just moving and storing the sheets is a pain, so plywood sheets usually end up on sawhorses on the driveway as soon as I get them home. I've gotten by without a track saw, but will probably get one next time I have to do a bunch of cabinets.

    • @ej558
      @ej558 11 місяців тому

      Consider getting one of those Kreg circular saw t square guides... they work well on rough breakdown of sheet goods and you can refine at the table saw to final dimension

  • @ericspano4350
    @ericspano4350 11 місяців тому

    I’m glad you are doing better

  • @markshoemaker65
    @markshoemaker65 11 місяців тому

    Thankyou for sharing...absolutely genius

  • @nfetiu
    @nfetiu 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing this.
    Love it.

  • @9700am
    @9700am 11 місяців тому

    Another cool video,stay well Izzy.

  • @bobbg9041
    @bobbg9041 11 місяців тому +2

    Hey this works pre cut and an outfeed table too. You could also do something like this for the left side of the table for long parts kind of like a sliding table saw.
    Ive cut 4x8 sheets of 3/4" mdf each sheet is about 80 lbs and on a table saw its pretty hard to solo deal with big sheets like that all day long.
    But one thing i see is it traps the oprator behind the blade, so extreme mesure need to be taken to stop kickback like attaching something to the fence to hold the cut parts to the table with down forces so the part cant ride up off the table, but the desine had made this less a hazard as the parts not going to try to lean back and down from its weight. Lowering the chance of kickback.

  • @3frogltd987
    @3frogltd987 11 місяців тому +3

    Izzy, great stuff, as usual. Please consider making a video on sourcing and applying the black ABS material to plywood sheets. It's great looking and I can see many uses for it on work surfaces and some jigs.

    • @Reign_In_Blood_963
      @Reign_In_Blood_963 11 місяців тому +1

      I'm curious about that ABS too. I may do that to my assembly table/work bench top

    • @jwallace2913
      @jwallace2913 11 місяців тому +1

      Its laminate.. glue it on with contact adhesive and trim the edges with a router and file.

  • @jacquesxmas
    @jacquesxmas 11 місяців тому

    This is amazing !! Nice work!

  • @rockcrusher4636
    @rockcrusher4636 6 місяців тому

    Excellent stuff as always, thank you. Cheers.

  • @jamesaldabo7767
    @jamesaldabo7767 11 місяців тому

    Longevite , inventivite , productivite et rire sonore .
    Un plaisir a regarder .

  • @efrancis19
    @efrancis19 11 місяців тому +15

    One of my favorite parts of many of your videos is when something works out really well, and as you're testing it out, you laugh with the joy of a successful builder. It just never gets old.

  • @raymondrobinson5251
    @raymondrobinson5251 11 місяців тому

    Love your creativity mind! 👌 I only have 1/3 of your creative mind. I'm always thinking to myself, what a cool idea!

  • @Dennissells05
    @Dennissells05 8 місяців тому

    Great video!! Love the floppy pun !

  • @melissaburns5240
    @melissaburns5240 11 місяців тому +3

    When I saw Jay's video, I didn't think I could love this idea any more. But, here we are. You certainly took this concept and ran with it! Amazing!

  • @robertunderwood6788
    @robertunderwood6788 11 місяців тому

    Dude them are some working man's hands for sure. Great video.