I have one also . Used it for the 1st time today and was not happy with the results. As you mentioned my jig also has that slop in the track. Some cuts were 3/8 exactly but others were wider. So when I finished cutting the boards fit ok not great like you mentioned but some would not even interlock I would guess from the difference in the pin cuts. I followed the directions to the letter. All my work pieces were planed and jointed. I also have measuring blocks so I know the space was right between key and bit. And yes, the jig was secured tightly to my router table. I started over 3 times making sure my setup was correct however, the results were the same some pieces fit poorly and some not at all so I was unable to put box together. After watching your video, the one thing I overlooked was cutting my work pieces so the size was incremental to 3/8 of an inch. I would greatly appreciate any advice you can give me as I am newbie wood worker
Hey John, thanks for watching! Sorry to hear you're having issues with the jig. The issues you describe could be caused by a few different things. I would love to see some pictures of your set up and ask some additional questions to help. I'd encourage you to join the forums (link in the show notes) where you can get several of us helping you diagnose your particular issue as well as any other questions you might have.
For correcting any slop use UHMW tape. It's easily trimmed and self lubricating. Works for almost everything that uses a runner/slide in a channel. I used it to take out the slop in the factory miter gauge that came with my table saw. Just search google for places online to shop for it.
Can I just use this sled and make my own "XL" fence? I get that I won't have the bigger metal keys, but as a beginner, I just didn't want to make a whole sled from scratch.... PS: I have one coming today that has 3 size keys - 1/2, 3/8, & 1/2. Will likely make a fence for 3/4 & 1".
The honest answer is I'm not completely sure. In theory, you should be able to but, I haven't tried it. I actually ended up giving this one away and going to the Incra IBox which is a much better unit. I would try this change for you if it was still in my shop.
i got one also and it does do a decent job at cutting box joints,,,i personally think it is over priced ,,but most rockler stuff is,,,my only complaint and you did mention it,,,is for me to adjust the depth on my router lift it has no hole to get to it,,you have to completely remove the jig for that purpose,,,
For correcting any slop use UHMW tape. It's easily trimmed and self lubricating. Works for almost everything that uses a runner/slide in a channel. I used it to take out the slop in the factory miter gauge that came with my table saw. Just search google for places online to shop for it.
Maybe.. Definitely more "moving parts" with the PC jig but, if it's working for you, I'm not sure I'd change it. The Rockler jig also might be a little faster.
I think the Incra Ibox is more stable. The biggest problem I see is that the key has too much slop and no fine tuning. Spend another hundred and cut all the frustration. The fact that you need to mod a tool thats made to function as bought..
I wasn't happy with the play in the jig either. I just recently used it on a shop project and it came out "OK" but, not up to snuff for fine furniture.
For correcting any slop use UHMW tape. It's easily trimmed and self lubricating. Works for almost everything that uses a runner/slide in a channel. I used it to take out the slop in the factory miter gauge that came with my table saw. Just search google for places online to shop for it.
I have one also . Used it for the 1st time today and was not happy with the results. As you mentioned my jig also has that slop in the track. Some cuts were 3/8 exactly but others were wider. So when I finished cutting the boards fit ok not great like you mentioned but some would not even interlock I would guess from the difference in the pin cuts. I followed the directions to the letter. All my work pieces were planed and jointed. I also have measuring blocks so I know the space was right between key and bit. And yes, the jig was secured tightly to my router table. I started over 3 times making sure my setup was correct however, the results were the same some pieces fit poorly and some not at all so I was unable to put box together. After watching your video, the one thing I overlooked was cutting my work pieces so the size was incremental to 3/8 of an inch. I would greatly appreciate any advice you can give me as I am newbie wood worker
Hey John, thanks for watching! Sorry to hear you're having issues with the jig. The issues you describe could be caused by a few different things. I would love to see some pictures of your set up and ask some additional questions to help. I'd encourage you to join the forums (link in the show notes) where you can get several of us helping you diagnose your particular issue as well as any other questions you might have.
For correcting any slop use UHMW tape. It's easily trimmed and self lubricating. Works for almost everything that uses a runner/slide in a channel. I used it to take out the slop in the factory miter gauge that came with my table saw. Just search google for places online to shop for it.
I ordered one since my dado stack cuts crappy looking joints on the tablesaw. I’m sure it will work fine!
It should deliver acceptable results.. Good luck! Would love to hear how it did for you!
Very good review. Thank you
Thank you!
Can I just use this sled and make my own "XL" fence? I get that I won't have the bigger metal keys, but as a beginner, I just didn't want to make a whole sled from scratch....
PS: I have one coming today that has 3 size keys - 1/2, 3/8, & 1/2. Will likely make a fence for 3/4 & 1".
The honest answer is I'm not completely sure. In theory, you should be able to but, I haven't tried it. I actually ended up giving this one away and going to the Incra IBox which is a much better unit. I would try this change for you if it was still in my shop.
i got one also and it does do a decent job at cutting box joints,,,i personally think it is over priced ,,but most rockler stuff is,,,my only complaint and you did mention it,,,is for me to adjust the depth on my router lift it has no hole to get to it,,you have to completely remove the jig for that purpose,,,
I just added the hole. Works fine.
Could you drill a hole through the jig in the appropriate place?
Very interesting video, liked the review. Interesting about the slop play in the sled.
Thanks Jeff.. I try to be as honest as I can with these reviews.
That's what i like about this review. I have a homemade combination router table, it tiltls up. I will subscribe to your videos
@@bigsparky65 Thank you!
For correcting any slop use UHMW tape. It's easily trimmed and self lubricating. Works for almost everything that uses a runner/slide in a channel. I used it to take out the slop in the factory miter gauge that came with my table saw. Just search google for places online to shop for it.
@@KSFWG Agreed.. Depending on the amount of slop, the tape is a good remedy.
This will not fit the rails of my Kobalt router table, however with a couple of clamps to hold the base down it works fine
I put a layer of blue tape on each side of one runner and one strip on the other runner. Seems to have taken out the slop.
that's great! Glad that worked for you. I'll have to give it a try.
I have the porter cable dovetail 4212 all-3 templates is this a better mouse trap?
Maybe.. Definitely more "moving parts" with the PC jig but, if it's working for you, I'm not sure I'd change it. The Rockler jig also might be a little faster.
I think the Incra Ibox is more stable. The biggest problem I see is that the key has too much slop and no fine tuning. Spend another hundred and cut all the frustration. The fact that you need to mod a tool thats made to function as bought..
Spot on.. Price point could be the issue for some though.
@@KevsWoodworks how many times do I need to spend another 100 to find out the hard way?
@@guismth No disagreeing, just pointing out the cost difference that not everyone can afford. I'm a huge proponent of "buy once, cry once".
@@KevsWoodworks I do thank you for the video. Reviews are our best source for honesty. I look forward ro more.
@@guismth More coming
I have this jig and im getting gaps due to the play in my sled it pisses me off
I wasn't happy with the play in the jig either. I just recently used it on a shop project and it came out "OK" but, not up to snuff for fine furniture.
I got one and not liking it.. The slide is smaller for my bosch router table, so it's not sturdy.
That's the hard part about doing these reviews, it's nearly impossible to account for all the options out there.
@@KevsWoodworks yup. Agree
For correcting any slop use UHMW tape. It's easily trimmed and self lubricating. Works for almost everything that uses a runner/slide in a channel. I used it to take out the slop in the factory miter gauge that came with my table saw. Just search google for places online to shop for it.
at Florida USA, where i can to buy it?
Rockler.com or a Rockler store.
Amazon has it for $10 less than Rockler's own website...
Should have bought an Incra box jig for the table saw.
It's on the list to test drive as well. Incra makes good stuff.
Looks very cheaply made... they could have done better.
It's certainly not the best quality but, in fairness, it does have a price point to match.