In the end Terry found out he couldn’t use the back t-track unless he chiseled out an entry way. He nicely snuck that into the last shot 😁. But all jokes aside: nice build Terry 👍🏻. Thanks for sharing.
That’s very kind of you to say, if you are cutting deep pieces of wood then make the fence deeper, if you watch my second video you will see what I mean. In this other video you will see I made a taller new fence and moved the track. 👍🏼
You help solidify my ideas on getting the 8 1/4 saw vs holding out for the 10". The depth cut is roundabout 1" difference but for what I want to do that doesn't matter as much so thanks for giving the insight in your build to help me make my decision.
I’ve had that old-style Workmate for many years, but haven’t used it as much as I could have. That simple router table is a great way to use it, and make it portable. Thinking I’ll do that as well, and can also mount a small belt/disk sander, small downdraft sanding table, scroll saw, small 1” belt sander, variable speed bench grinder for chisels…. thanks for the inspiration!
Love the build! Thanks a ton for sharing your process. One tip that I just picked up myself not long ago here on UA-cam was to use the round side of the router base instead of the flat. Helped me keep true and prevented me from getting kick out or wandering from the fence. (Not a criticism, just sharing what trick this old dog actually learned, lol) Thanks again!
worried about the placement of the t track along the top fence...could cut right thru it! Better placed on top of the fence...more cutting depth available
Thanks for the video, I have just got the same table saw and no experience at using a table saw, I want to use it safely so something like this would help me.
Great build. I also love the table. Can you maybe post some pics of the front side and around the table so we can see how you handled the fence frame and cutouts? Thanks.
Thanks Anthony, I will post some pictures or do a video when I get a chance, you could also see some of my builds on my Instagram where you might find some better pictures of the bench. It’s funny a few people have asked me about the build of the bench. 👍🏼
Watching your crosscut video, and at 5:58 I noticed your b & d workmate had a custom drill hole started. Funny, I had similar custom notches on my own workmate. :):)
I know I'm VERY LATE but I am very impressed with both your bench and sled. I like the different steps and techniques you used to make this sled. I purchased a Dewalt DEW7485 (8 1/4) just like yours and was looking at different methods for making a great sled. I think yours is by far the best I've seen. We seem to share a lot of the same power tools as well. I will use your sled as my inspiration for mine. Big thank you for your video! I hope I can find the same type of materials at Lowe's or Home Depot. Other than Ace those are my only options except for online but I like to SEE them before buying. I'm particularly interested in the aluminum(?) rails and what size bit you used in your router (flute bit for the grooves) but I'm sure I can find out. Very, very helpful!
Hi, thank you so much for watching and thank you so much for taking the time to comment, it’s very kind of you. I have since made a new back fence for the cross cut sled because I found the aluminium T track was too low, it was fine for a lot of the work I was doing, but if I wanted to cut anything that was taller the T track was too low. I’ve since done a new video on the new build, which is worth watching 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker Oh OK yes I need to see that one. Thanks so much Terry. You're a true craftsman and gentleman and thank you so much for responding and the kind words. Let's go build! Thank you!
Great build! I tried to do something similar for the exact same model, but I can't get the runners to slide. I tried them out before gluing them to the top of the sled and they where running just fine, but when I put them together with the top it gets completely stuck midway through. I've tried to sand the edges of both the runners and the t-tracks but it still behaves the same way. I've used 6mm plywood for the runners
Difficult to say why that’s happening, I used beech for my runners, have they moved out of line when you stuck them down ? They would only need to have moved a tiny bit to he out, it’s just a though👍🏼
I also used to use hard wood for runners .I now use 3/8 thick lexan or plexiglass. Cut like a hard wood with out the humidity problems. To reduce the surface the underside surface area ,to make the slide slide easier, I made a grid up to accommodate a 2 inch foster bit with a 1/2 to 3/4 space between outside edges of hole. I than drilled using a 2 inch foster bit ,1/16 deep.
03:25 Johnson&Johnson to the rescue. 13:18 Oh, oh.. the rubber is about to hit the road. [big carpenter square / one screw as pivot point.. ladies&gentlemen - hold your breath]. And, after that.. the five cut method. Also like that left side table extension. *Well done.*
I would really be interested in your method for the workbench your table saw sits in. I have the exact same table saw and I really struggle cutting plywood and bigger pieces on it. I have started to come up with work bench solutions but never committed as I wanted to see solutions others have come up with and what you have set up is AMAZING! That is EXACTLY what I would love mine to look like.
Thanks for your comments Matthew, I’m afraid I don’t really have any plans or methods on the bench, I just built the bench as I went along, the cut out for the Dewalt DWE7485 was the hardest part. But I measured the saw top at the narrowest part then dropped the saw into the gap and drew around the table side wings and cut it out by hand, very slowly I must add. It’s an easy build and very enjoyable. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker Ok great, yeah that seems like the best way to go. I have a big Kobalt work table that would be perfect for this, time to put the jig saw to some work thanks!
@mathew hall: ... some minutes ago I have just followed a Video from Paoson Woodworking Project, he might be from USA too... Please watch his Video for the DEWALT 7485, he offers 3D plans on his website too. nR andreas ua-cam.com/video/-Wu2eAnu6Vg/v-deo.html
Hi, I often cut small pieces of wood for projects and rather then get my hands too close the blade I clamp the piece down, or I can clamp a waste piece of wood down to get an angle that I want and then run the piece I want through the saw using the new angle piece as a jig or guide if that make sense, if you look on my instagram you will see what I mean 👍🏼
Exactly what I'm looking for and it's a beautiful build. After some months of use, do you find the rear stop block t-track to be a bit low? What is the maximum thickness you cross cut on this sled? That might be the why for t-track placement?
I've noticed I will have a perfect glide after attaching the base to the guides just with adhesive or tape but after driving screws it glides poorly and feels as if it is too tight just like what happened in your video. I think it is just simply when manually driving screws in the ever so slight angle they are driven in at slightly pulls the guides in that direction and causes the guides to rub in the slots. Maybe a drill press would alleviate that issue but I just do the same thing you do and sand them down a bit and slap on some wax. Nice build!
Nice build, but the upper C track got 2 problems as i see... 1. You can easily cut into it, if you cut a thicker material 2. If you glued it to the fence, you can't insert (or change) screws to it...
Hi, you are absolutely right about cutting into the t track, I only realised this afterwards. But I normally put a piece of wood in between the fence and the blade to stop this. This has to be a piece that I know is completely square otherwise it I won’t get true 90 degrees cut. You are also correct about not leaving a gap to make changes. But it’s my first attempt and I may make another. Thanks for the comments 😊
Good job. Might be a little design flaw though. Depends on how tall some of your cuts will be? The "T" track on the front fence, might be a little low for your stop block or other accessories.
Hi Chris, you are right, I realised this soon after I built it and started using it, I have since built a new fence and done a follow up video, hopefully you will be able to watch it and see the improvements, thanks, Terry
Hi Rick, I haven’t done a complete video on it, but there is a short video about two years ago. If you scroll down in my videos you’ll see it, you’re also see an updated version of this Cross Cut Sled with a higher fence. Just after I built this Cross Cut Sled I realised the T-track in fence was too low, so I revised it.👍🏼
Hi, No it doesn’t, it’s a really good point and I have since changed the back fence for exactly that reason. I have since made an upgrade video showing this, if you get 5 mins it’s worth watching. Regards Terry
Yes, I have a few ideas like that, but I just don’t seem to find the time at the moment to even get out the workshop, I must get back out there soon as I have so many things I want to make 👍🏼
So what if you wanted to cut something thicker like a 2x4 in half. You would have to raise the blade up higher than the 2x4. Wouldn't the blade hit your T track on your fence?
Hi, yes you are 100% right, if you watch my later video you will see that I have rebuilt the fence for exactly that reason. This looked good but wasn’t practical. Well spotted 👍🏼
T-slot on the base yes.T-slot on the back plane. . . no. Could easily run the blade right into it. Maybe that's why most back planes use bolt holes and empty slots to secure jobs. They cannot be sawn thru! For every mm of base plate that's one less millimetre of height taken from the max height cut. I just watched a more recent build and the jig is way thinner with no front plate. Watching that video I realised that sled is an innovation.
Hi, I’m afraid not, my benches are currently in storage so I have no way of checking, but I can tell you it’s approximately the size of the saw table itself, it’s basically the piece that I cut out of the bench that I used for the sled, I hope that makes sense 👍🏼
Hi yes it’s the 210mm, plenty big enough for me, I absolutely love it, it’s one of the best tools I’ve ever bought. I spent ages researching table saws and this one kept coming up tops. It took me ages to take the plunge and buy it but I’m so glad I did, its just so accurate
Hi Linda, I’m afraid not, I tend to make my builds as I go along, I have a rough idea in mind and go with it. It doesn’t always work 😂 it worked ok on this, but I then regretted the T-track being to loo for some cuts, so I later rebuilt the fence which you can see in my other video.
I just bought the same table saw today and was looking for builds specifically for it. This is a really nice sled. May I ask what thickness plywood you used for the base of the sled? In my head I keep thinking that 3/4" might be too thick for the smaller blade size, so I was thinking of using 1/2" plywood. But maybe that's not an issue at all. I also love your work table around the saw. I'm going to try to do something similar.
Hi Heather, sorry for the late reply, I used 18 mm ply from memory, it is actually the cut out from the bench. It’s actually easier to do than it looks. I made a cutout in my bench, I cut this at the narrowest part of the saw table, if that makes sense. I then dropped the saw into the cut out and drew round the wings of the tabletop. I then lifted the saw out and cut out the wings using a coping saw and then sanded, enjoy the new saw, it’s an excellent piece of kit 😊
Hi Andrew, I’m afraid I don’t, I wish i did, I’ve been asked a few times. It’s not actually a side piece it’s all one big bench and I cut out a slot and dropped the saw into it. 😊
Hi Don I’m afraid I don’t, I watched a few other UA-cam videos and made it up as I went along. Have you seen my update video? Only I had to remake the fence because on some cuts the orange T-track was too low.
@@Terrythemaker oh fair enough mate looks smooth as a whistle. What tooth is it would you know. Thanks for your content btw I’m a woodwork enthusiast like yourself as a hobbit but a bit behind you 😂😂. Just got the triton this week too so see how she goes 👍🏼👍🏼
@@matthews8377 yeah it cuts really well, it’s just the blade it came with, I’ve just counted them 😂 because nowhere does it say in the manual, initially it looked like 48 but only the front teeth cut, so looks like 24 actual cutting teeth. Which triton have you bought ?
@@Terrythemaker cheers bud. I’ve got the same as you I believe. TPT125. First need to build bench like you’ve done then find something to use it for then 😂😂
Forgot to ask you, where can I get the machine paste? I have searched on eBay and Toolstation and can't find it/any? Where did you purchase the paste from? Would bees wax work? Or white lithium grease? Many thanks kind regards 👍👍
@@Terrythemaker I also forgot to ask you , what size t track did you use? As you can get them in different widths for the t rack slot? And what are those t track clamps called please? Many thanks 👍
Hi Chris, yes you're right, you can just square it up against the fence using a good square. I must admit I had just seen someone on UA-cam use the 5 cut method and wanted to try it out for myself. I think both will work
@@Terrythemaker Thanks Terry. I've never tried the 5 cut method I just use my square and it seems to work fine for what I need. Do you have any videos on using a planer to flatten one side of a board? I can't seem to get it right even if I shim it, etc. Please help. Thanks Chris
@@ChristianCMC Chris I sometimes have the same problem, I do the same as you and put shims under the raised sides, and then run the board through on a flat melamine board . Once the top side has been completely planned I then turn it over and do the other side. 👍🏼
Do you mean how much was it out ? Only I can’t remember, I just kept adjusting until it was correct, but I need to amend it anyway because the orange T- Track is too low and I’m need to make a new fence.
Did you make those runners or buy them? I'm about to make a sled for my DWE7485 (You have it as DWE6485 in the description but I think you mean 7) and that's my vexation. And the length - does it matter? I have too many options!
Hi Michael, yes your right I do have the DWE7485. The runners I made from scrap hardwood, beech I think. As for the length it depends if you have your saw bench mounted? If not I would make them the full length of the sled. If your set up like mine then you can’t have them the full length because the table behind will stop them. I plan to router out two groves in my benches so I can extend my runners and let the runners run all the way into the grove’s. I hope that makes sense, Terry 👍🏼
Hi Robbert, I’m afraid I don’t, that took me ages to work out, i measured the space at the narrowest point of the table top, and cut that out first , i then slid the table into the gap and drew around the wings and cut out, I hope that helps 👍🏼
Haha, you noticed, I had to take the fence off fit it and then refit the fence, I was really annoyed with myself for forgetting to put it on beforehand , well spotted !
Terry, I was wondering same thing since you were routing slots for the t- tracks. I would cut them shorter so you could slide t- bolts from both ends. Still you got a new subscriber from Finland.
@@kangassalo Hi Seija, you’re right, you also noticed, well spotted, I had to remove the fence to fit it, I was really annoyed with myself that day. I must admit I’ve since rebuilt the fence in another video. Thanks for the sub, much appreciated 😊
`Great video and good explanation. However, if i want to use something bigger wood, i will am afraid that the saw goes into that t-track. Because the t track is not on top and is now only useable for plywood or something. For the rest...good build :)
Being a former CNC set-up operator, it always pains me to see someone slam a caliper shut on the piece they’re measuring like he did. Great way to throw off the accuracy of your measurements. Not to mention it’s a great way to throw off your caliper’s calibration and jaws over time. You’re supposed to close the jaws on the piece gently, using the little wheel on the readout body.
This looks like a great sled. Also, what size Makita interlocking case do you have your router in? I want to get the same thing for my corded Makita trim router set (which looks like the same as yours).
Hi Joseph, I bought the makita MakPac 2 and then ordered sponge online and cut it out to size, I also have a piece of carpet at the bottom to protect it, you can see this on my Instagram., Terrythemaker 👍🏼
@@josephlebo7320 no problems, it fits really well and the accessories fit too, I would suggest you buy the foam as well and cut out. you’ll see it on my Instagram page which has the same name as my UA-cam channel
Hi Ronald that’s so nice of you to ask me, but I just don’t have the time at the moment, hence the lack of content on UA-cam and on my Instagram, I’m flat out at work, but thanks for asking 👍🏼
At 07.01 you cut the T- track channel left wall with a left to right motion , at 07.36 you cut the right wall of the same channel from the same camera position in the same left to right motion. I believe you were cutting against the rotation of the blade?
Well spotted 👍🏼 I didn’t even realise had done that, thank you, its funny because I too often notice when people do this but didn’t realise I had. It’s all a learning curve this Carpentry. 😊
I noticed that you had forgotten to leave a slot in the back fence to allow you to slide in a stop block in the T-track. Then, at the very end of the video I saw that you had cut the slot......sneaky edit. LOL
You are absolutely right, I had to remove the fence to insert them, well spotted ! I have since made another video because I found the T track to be too low, thanks for watching 😊
Miter slots are very uneven on dewalt table saw. Always recomend hand sanding inside the tracks before doing this . Many bumps, ridges and tight spots created from the coating process.
I had heard this, but I seem to have been fairly lucky with mine, I had a different problem with mine, the table wasn’t flat and dewalt were amazing and changed the whole saw for a new one with out any quibble
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I like this way. No music, no words. Thank you
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Not going to believe me but I watched it again. Great video my friend!!!
That’s great 👍🏼, thank you. Have you watched the updated version with the new fence ?
Yes
In the end Terry found out he couldn’t use the back t-track unless he chiseled out an entry way. He nicely snuck that into the last shot 😁.
But all jokes aside: nice build Terry 👍🏻. Thanks for sharing.
Correct, well spotted, 😂. I’ve since re made the back fence in another video as it was also too low for larger cuts, thanks for watching 👍🏼
Third time watching you build this sled. Think I’m building me one just like it. Great work my friend.
That’s very kind of you to say, if you are cutting deep pieces of wood then make the fence deeper, if you watch my second video you will see what I mean. In this other video you will see I made a taller new fence and moved the track. 👍🏼
I just watched you 2nd video again. Thanks for making great videos, friend.
Super job, I’m glad you use the measurements in the build/adjustments.
Very good! Less talk, more action! Good build on the sled. Thank you.
You help solidify my ideas on getting the 8 1/4 saw vs holding out for the 10". The depth cut is roundabout 1" difference but for what I want to do that doesn't matter as much so thanks for giving the insight in your build to help me make my decision.
I’ve had that old-style Workmate for many years, but haven’t used it as much as I could have. That simple router table is a great way to use it, and make it portable. Thinking I’ll do that as well, and can also mount a small belt/disk sander, small downdraft sanding table, scroll saw, small 1” belt sander, variable speed bench grinder for chisels…. thanks for the inspiration!
I plan to use this saw to install a hardwood floor in my kitchen for my next project...
Please do enter me in the contest thank you.. Loved the video!
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Love the build! Thanks a ton for sharing your process. One tip that I just picked up myself not long ago here on UA-cam was to use the round side of the router base instead of the flat. Helped me keep true and prevented me from getting kick out or wandering from the fence. (Not a criticism, just sharing what trick this old dog actually learned, lol)
Thanks again!
I love a new tip 👍🏼 thanks for sharing 😄
Well done!
I don't know if anyone else saw it but I saw it lol. Good cover up and great build!
worried about the placement of the t track along the top fence...could cut right thru it! Better placed on top of the fence...more cutting depth available
Thanks a bunch for the great video Terry! Very straightforward & easy to follow. Nice work sir!
Thank you so much, that’s very nice of you to say 😊
Well made video and great woodworking...i like your style sir.
Thanks Sean, that’s very kind 👍🏼
I enjoyed your quiet and informative demonstration.
Thank you 😊
Спасибо за урок. Санкт-Петербург. Сергей . Россия.👍 .
Excellent video and process. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you, I have since updated it in another video to make the fence higher. thanks for watching 👍🏼
Thanks for the video, I have just got the same table saw and no experience at using a table saw, I want to use it safely so something like this would help me.
It’s a great saw, you will love it, I have since amended that build in another video.
@@Terrythemaker Thanks Terry I have a look for it. I do have mine but only done a few cuts. I got it for £429 plus a dewalt battery in UK
@@Chris-pv2ht wow that’s a really price
@@Terrythemaker its now £429 with 7% off @ FFX plus battery
Outstanding craftsmanship, thanks for sharing your work with us 🙏🏼
Thank you 😊 I really appreciate that
Fellow woodworking youtuber coming in to support ya. Great video my friend
Your sled seems great and I find it really well finished, congratulations on the good job!
Thank you Stan, that’s very nice of you to say 😊
A very good looking but functional sled build! 🙌👏
Thank you 😊
Nice job there Sir, thank you for sharing, I understood everything with out you saying a word, that's awesome,!
Thank you Rene 👍🏼
Great build. I also love the table. Can you maybe post some pics of the front side and around the table so we can see how you handled the fence frame and cutouts? Thanks.
Thanks Anthony, I will post some pictures or do a video when I get a chance, you could also see some of my builds on my Instagram where you might find some better pictures of the bench. It’s funny a few people have asked me about the build of the bench. 👍🏼
Watching your crosscut video, and at 5:58 I noticed your b & d workmate had a custom drill hole started. Funny, I had similar custom notches on my own workmate. :):)
Hi, I must admit I think they were done in error, they are certainly not custom 😂
I know I'm VERY LATE but I am very impressed with both your bench and sled. I like the different steps and techniques you used to make this sled. I purchased a Dewalt DEW7485 (8 1/4) just like yours and was looking at different methods for making a great sled. I think yours is by far the best I've seen. We seem to share a lot of the same power tools as well. I will use your sled as my inspiration for mine. Big thank you for your video! I hope I can find the same type of materials at Lowe's or Home Depot. Other than Ace those are my only options except for online but I like to SEE them before buying. I'm particularly interested in the aluminum(?) rails and what size bit you used in your router (flute bit for the grooves) but I'm sure I can find out. Very, very helpful!
Hi, thank you so much for watching and thank you so much for taking the time to comment, it’s very kind of you. I have since made a new back fence for the cross cut sled because I found the aluminium T track was too low, it was fine for a lot of the work I was doing, but if I wanted to cut anything that was taller the T track was too low. I’ve since done a new video on the new build, which is worth watching 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker Oh OK yes I need to see that one. Thanks so much Terry. You're a true craftsman and gentleman and thank you so much for responding and the kind words. Let's go build! Thank you!
First person I’ve seen to use tape instead of glue for the rails 10+
Hi, yes it seems to work if you get the really stick stuff 👍🏼
Great build! I tried to do something similar for the exact same model, but I can't get the runners to slide. I tried them out before gluing them to the top of the sled and they where running just fine, but when I put them together with the top it gets completely stuck midway through. I've tried to sand the edges of both the runners and the t-tracks but it still behaves the same way. I've used 6mm plywood for the runners
Difficult to say why that’s happening, I used beech for my runners, have they moved out of line when you stuck them down ? They would only need to have moved a tiny bit to he out, it’s just a though👍🏼
Good stuff 👌🏼
Great video. Brilliant. Simple design and love how you created it. Quality #1. You got a new subscriber.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comments. Very kind of you 👍🏼
I also used to use hard wood for runners .I now use 3/8 thick lexan or plexiglass. Cut like a hard wood with out the humidity problems.
To reduce the surface the underside surface area ,to make the slide slide easier, I made a grid up to accommodate a 2 inch foster bit with a 1/2 to 3/4 space between outside edges of hole. I than drilled using a 2 inch foster bit ,1/16 deep.
I used mine today, it wasn’t too bad on the glide front, it was a bit sticky, but ok, I just add a bit of machine wax 👍🏼 your idea is a good one 👍🏼
I also have a Dewalt table saw so guess what my next project will be? Many thanks for a great video. Regards Phil
No problem 😉 let me know how you get on
great job mate looks great
03:25 Johnson&Johnson to the rescue.
13:18 Oh, oh.. the rubber is about to hit the road. [big carpenter square / one screw as pivot point.. ladies&gentlemen - hold your breath]. And, after that.. the five cut method.
Also like that left side table extension. *Well done.*
I would really be interested in your method for the workbench your table saw sits in. I have the exact same table saw and I really struggle cutting plywood and bigger pieces on it. I have started to come up with work bench solutions but never committed as I wanted to see solutions others have come up with and what you have set up is AMAZING! That is EXACTLY what I would love mine to look like.
Thanks for your comments Matthew, I’m afraid I don’t really have any plans or methods on the bench, I just built the bench as I went along, the cut out for the Dewalt DWE7485 was the hardest part. But I measured the saw top at the narrowest part then dropped the saw into the gap and drew around the table side wings and cut it out by hand, very slowly I must add. It’s an easy build and very enjoyable. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker Ok great, yeah that seems like the best way to go. I have a big Kobalt work table that would be perfect for this, time to put the jig saw to some work thanks!
@mathew hall: ... some minutes ago I have just followed a Video from Paoson Woodworking Project, he might be from USA too...
Please watch his Video for the DEWALT 7485, he offers 3D plans on his website too. nR andreas
ua-cam.com/video/-Wu2eAnu6Vg/v-deo.html
Excuse my ignorance, but what functionality do the red tracks add?
Hi, I often cut small pieces of wood for projects and rather then get my hands too close the blade I clamp the piece down, or I can clamp a waste piece of wood down to get an angle that I want and then run the piece I want through the saw using the new angle piece as a jig or guide if that make sense, if you look on my instagram you will see what I mean 👍🏼
Exactly what I'm looking for and it's a beautiful build. After some months of use, do you find the rear stop block t-track to be a bit low? What is the maximum thickness you cross cut on this sled? That might be the why for t-track placement?
You are right, the fence is a bit too low, I have since made a new fence which you can see in a later video. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
Buen trabajo...Gracias.
Me he suscrito a tu canal...🇵🇪
Thank you 😊
Great work! But im thinking how to use his T track because it is no way to enter the T bolt
You right ! I realised this once I’d finished and had to take the fence off again so I could insert the T-Bolt and then refit 👍🏼
I have exactly the same table saw, and I like your design for the extensions table, can you share some pictures or videos how it was built? Thank you
Hi Tony, I’m afraid I didn’t video it. I basically just cut into my workbench, you will find some pics on my Instagram 👍🏼
I've noticed I will have a perfect glide after attaching the base to the guides just with adhesive or tape but after driving screws it glides poorly and feels as if it is too tight just like what happened in your video. I think it is just simply when manually driving screws in the ever so slight angle they are driven in at slightly pulls the guides in that direction and causes the guides to rub in the slots. Maybe a drill press would alleviate that issue but I just do the same thing you do and sand them down a bit and slap on some wax. Nice build!
Nice build, but the upper C track got 2 problems as i see...
1. You can easily cut into it, if you cut a thicker material
2. If you glued it to the fence, you can't insert (or change) screws to it...
Hi, you are absolutely right about cutting into the t track, I only realised this afterwards. But I normally put a piece of wood in between the fence and the blade to stop this. This has to be a piece that I know is completely square otherwise it I won’t get true 90 degrees cut. You are also correct about not leaving a gap to make changes. But it’s my first attempt and I may make another. Thanks for the comments 😊
Will the wax collect dust?
Hi Woody, it doesn’t seem to, it’s machine wax and I use it on all my tools in the workshop.
Good job. Might be a little design flaw though. Depends on how tall some of your cuts will be? The "T" track on the front fence, might be a little low for your stop block or other accessories.
Hi Chris, you are right, I realised this soon after I built it and started using it, I have since built a new fence and done a follow up video, hopefully you will be able to watch it and see the improvements, thanks, Terry
I am putting too much attention into my CC sled, but it feels like therapy. It may be a few days yet until I finish, it's too hot out.
Let me know how you get on Jimmy, don’t make the mistake I made of setting my T-track too low, I had to change mine later on 👍🏼
Great video. I have the same saw. This is my next project.
Do you have a video on your portable router table? I like that.
Hi Rick, I haven’t done a complete video on it, but there is a short video about two years ago. If you scroll down in my videos you’ll see it, you’re also see an updated version of this Cross Cut Sled with a higher fence. Just after I built this Cross Cut Sled I realised the T-track in fence was too low, so I revised it.👍🏼
very nice! 👍👍
Does anything prevent the saw blade from running into horizontal t track? If you push too far the and the saw blade is raised up enough
Hi, No it doesn’t, it’s a really good point and I have since changed the back fence for exactly that reason. I have since made an upgrade video showing this, if you get 5 mins it’s worth watching. Regards Terry
Haha. I'm always worried about drilling through my beautiful work bench. How about an adjustable/replaceable zero clearance cutout for the sled?
Yes, I have a few ideas like that, but I just don’t seem to find the time at the moment to even get out the workshop, I must get back out there soon as I have so many things I want to make 👍🏼
So what if you wanted to cut something thicker like a 2x4 in half. You would have to raise the blade up higher than the 2x4. Wouldn't the blade hit your T track on your fence?
Hi, yes you are 100% right, if you watch my later video you will see that I have rebuilt the fence for exactly that reason. This looked good but wasn’t practical. Well spotted 👍🏼
Great job!
Thank you 😊
I have the same saw, what was the dimension of the sled, please, thanks for sharing
Hi Wayne, it’s 520mm wide (left to right) and 480mm deep (back to front)
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Thank you Sony 😊
T-slot on the base yes.T-slot on the back plane. . . no. Could easily run the blade right into it. Maybe that's why most back planes use bolt holes and empty slots to secure jobs. They cannot be sawn thru!
For every mm of base plate that's one less millimetre of height taken from the max height cut. I just watched a more recent build and the jig is way thinner with no front plate. Watching that video I realised that sled is an innovation.
Correct ! I’ve since made a re-make for exactly that reason, I’m not sure if you have seen it ? 👍🏼
How did you decide on how big to make it
I just made it the same size as the saw top excluding the wings 👍🏼 it’s also the piece I cut out from the bench top itself
@@Terrythemaker Thank you
Thank you
Do you have any measurements on this build ?
Hi, I’m afraid not, my benches are currently in storage so I have no way of checking, but I can tell you it’s approximately the size of the saw table itself, it’s basically the piece that I cut out of the bench that I used for the sled, I hope that makes sense 👍🏼
Great great video. You have a new follower.
Thanks 😊
Super Super and Super....
Hey. I think I have the same tablesaw. Is it the 210mm blade? How do you find it?
Hi yes it’s the 210mm, plenty big enough for me, I absolutely love it, it’s one of the best tools I’ve ever bought. I spent ages researching table saws and this one kept coming up tops. It took me ages to take the plunge and buy it but I’m so glad I did, its just so accurate
Very Nice!
Nice. Do you have plans that can be downloaded?
Hi Linda, I’m afraid not, I tend to make my builds as I go along, I have a rough idea in mind and go with it. It doesn’t always work 😂 it worked ok on this, but I then regretted the T-track being to loo for some cuts, so I later rebuilt the fence which you can see in my other video.
I just bought the same table saw today and was looking for builds specifically for it. This is a really nice sled. May I ask what thickness plywood you used for the base of the sled? In my head I keep thinking that 3/4" might be too thick for the smaller blade size, so I was thinking of using 1/2" plywood. But maybe that's not an issue at all. I also love your work table around the saw. I'm going to try to do something similar.
Hi Heather, sorry for the late reply, I used 18 mm ply from memory, it is actually the cut out from the bench. It’s actually easier to do than it looks. I made a cutout in my bench, I cut this at the narrowest part of the saw table, if that makes sense. I then dropped the saw into the cut out and drew round the wings of the tabletop. I then lifted the saw out and cut out the wings using a coping saw and then sanded, enjoy the new saw, it’s an excellent piece of kit 😊
Do you have a video of you making the side piece of the table saw ?
Hi Andrew, I’m afraid I don’t, I wish i did, I’ve been asked a few times. It’s not actually a side piece it’s all one big bench and I cut out a slot and dropped the saw into it. 😊
TERRY been watching you video Many Times Do You Have PLANS Paper for this SLED would love to buy them for my Grandson Don
Hi Don
I’m afraid I don’t, I watched a few other UA-cam videos and made it up as I went along. Have you seen my update video? Only I had to remake the fence because on some cuts the orange T-track was too low.
good job !!
what blade have you got on the saw bud?? i need a new one
Hi Matthew, I’m still on the original blade mate ! It’s still cutting fine 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker oh fair enough mate looks smooth as a whistle. What tooth is it would you know. Thanks for your content btw I’m a woodwork enthusiast like yourself as a hobbit but a bit behind you 😂😂. Just got the triton this week too so see how she goes 👍🏼👍🏼
@@matthews8377 yeah it cuts really well, it’s just the blade it came with, I’ve just counted them 😂 because nowhere does it say in the manual, initially it looked like 48 but only the front teeth cut, so looks like 24 actual cutting teeth.
Which triton have you bought ?
@@Terrythemaker cheers bud. I’ve got the same as you I believe. TPT125. First need to build bench like you’ve done then find something to use it for then 😂😂
@@matthews8377 great bit of kit, enjoy mate 👍🏼
does this table saw accept dado stack?
Not as far as I’m aware, I’ve never actually tried.
Forgot to ask you, where can I get the machine paste? I have searched on eBay and Toolstation and can't find it/any?
Where did you purchase the paste from?
Would bees wax work? Or white lithium grease?
Many thanks kind regards 👍👍
Axminster tools, I buy loads of stuff from them, great shop 👍🏼 but I reckon any wax would do mate 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker excellent thanks I try them out 👍👍🍻
@@Terrythemaker I also forgot to ask you , what size t track did you use? As you can get them in different widths for the t rack slot?
And what are those t track clamps called please?
Many thanks 👍
What do you make your runners out of?
From memory, Beech
I need one ;-)
So you have to do the 5 cut method? Can't you just use a square and reference off the blade and back to the fence?
Hi Chris, yes you're right, you can just square it up against the fence using a good square. I must admit I had just seen someone on UA-cam use the 5 cut method and wanted to try it out for myself. I think both will work
@@Terrythemaker Thanks Terry. I've never tried the 5 cut method I just use my square and it seems to work fine for what I need.
Do you have any videos on using a planer to flatten one side of a board? I can't seem to get it right even if I shim it, etc. Please help.
Thanks Chris
@@ChristianCMC Hi Chris, I’m afraid I don’t, do you mean on a thicknesser?
@@Terrythemaker Yes a thickness planer.
@@ChristianCMC Chris I sometimes have the same problem, I do the same as you and put shims under the raised sides, and then run the board through on a flat melamine board . Once the top side has been completely planned I then turn it over and do the other side. 👍🏼
I have the same table saw. What are the dimensions of the piece of plywood you used?
Hi Michael, I used the exact same size as the saw table at the narrowest part. In other words without the wings.
@@Terrythemaker Thank you so much. I'm starting it now.
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What was your error when you did the 5 cut method?
Do you mean how much was it out ? Only I can’t remember, I just kept adjusting until it was correct, but I need to amend it anyway because the orange T- Track is too low and I’m need to make a new fence.
Did you make those runners or buy them? I'm about to make a sled for my DWE7485 (You have it as DWE6485 in the description but I think you mean 7) and that's my vexation. And the length - does it matter? I have too many options!
Hi Michael, yes your right I do have the DWE7485. The runners I made from scrap hardwood, beech I think. As for the length it depends if you have your saw bench mounted? If not I would make them the full length of the sled. If your set up like mine then you can’t have them the full length because the table behind will stop them. I plan to router out two groves in my benches so I can extend my runners and let the runners run all the way into the grove’s. I hope that makes sense, Terry 👍🏼
Hi there Terry, do you, by any chance, have drawings of the trapezoid-shape for the tabletop around your table saw?
Hi Robbert, I’m afraid I don’t, that took me ages to work out, i measured the space at the narrowest point of the table top, and cut that out first , i then slid the table into the gap and drew around the wings and cut out, I hope that helps 👍🏼
How did you get that red holder in that rail?
Haha, you noticed, I had to take the fence off fit it and then refit the fence, I was really annoyed with myself for forgetting to put it on beforehand , well spotted !
Terry, I was wondering same thing since you were routing slots for the t- tracks. I would cut them shorter so you could slide t- bolts from both ends. Still you got a new subscriber from Finland.
@@kangassalo Hi Seija, you’re right, you also noticed, well spotted, I had to remove the fence to fit it, I was really annoyed with myself that day. I must admit I’ve since rebuilt the fence in another video. Thanks for the sub, much appreciated 😊
Buen trabajo
`Great video and good explanation.
However, if i want to use something bigger wood, i will am afraid that the saw goes into that t-track. Because the t track is not on top and is now only useable for plywood or something.
For the rest...good build :)
You are 100% right, if you watch the video after you can see that I rebuild the fence for exactly that reason, thanks for watching 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker, I will :). This was the first video I've seen from you.
Being a former CNC set-up operator, it always pains me to see someone slam a caliper shut on the piece they’re measuring like he did. Great way to throw off the accuracy of your measurements. Not to mention it’s a great way to throw off your caliper’s calibration and jaws over time. You’re supposed to close the jaws on the piece gently, using the little wheel on the readout body.
That’s a very good point, thank you Jerry
This looks like a great sled. Also, what size Makita interlocking case do you have your router in? I want to get the same thing for my corded Makita trim router set (which looks like the same as yours).
Hi Joseph, I bought the makita MakPac 2 and then ordered sponge online and cut it out to size, I also have a piece of carpet at the bottom to protect it, you can see this on my Instagram., Terrythemaker 👍🏼
@@Terrythemaker thanks! What size is the Makpac?
@@josephlebo7320 makpac size 2 (medium)
@@Terrythemaker ah gotcha I see. I missed that. Thanks!
@@josephlebo7320 no problems, it fits really well and the accessories fit too, I would suggest you buy the foam as well and cut out. you’ll see it on my Instagram page which has the same name as my UA-cam channel
What would you charge to make me one?
Hi Ronald that’s so nice of you to ask me, but I just don’t have the time at the moment, hence the lack of content on UA-cam and on my Instagram, I’m flat out at work, but thanks for asking 👍🏼
Nice
At 07.01 you cut the T- track channel left wall with a left to right motion , at 07.36 you cut the right wall of the same channel from the same camera position in the same left to right motion. I believe you were cutting against the rotation of the blade?
Well spotted 👍🏼 I didn’t even realise had done that, thank you, its funny because I too often notice when people do this but didn’t realise I had. It’s all a learning curve this Carpentry. 😊
14:38, tuck that thumb in, bud, or the saw might think it's his...nice sled!
Thanks John, your right, I’ve since added a safety block which you can see on my other video.
I noticed that you had forgotten to leave a slot in the back fence to allow you to slide in a stop block in the T-track. Then, at the very end of the video I saw that you had cut the slot......sneaky edit. LOL
😂 yes ! Well spotted, I couldn’t believe I forgot to cut a slot, I had to remove the fence and put the slide part in and then refit the fence,
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Not done watching but seems like you might of not left enough room to get the t bolts into the t slots on your fence.
You are absolutely right, I had to remove the fence to insert them, well spotted ! I have since made another video because I found the T track to be too low, thanks for watching 😊
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Miter slots are very uneven on dewalt table saw. Always recomend hand sanding inside the tracks before doing this . Many bumps, ridges and tight spots created from the coating process.
I had heard this, but I seem to have been fairly lucky with mine, I had a different problem with mine, the table wasn’t flat and dewalt were amazing and changed the whole saw for a new one with out any quibble