Free plan and more details in the build article: ibuildit.ca/projects/making-a-mini-table-saw-sled-deluxe-version/ The original mini table saw sled: ibuildit.ca/projects/mini-table-saw-sled/
I like the design but why isn't there a base? More depth of cut? One thing that I would do is add a spring to the t-track stop to make the wood pieces stay apart. That way, you don't have to fiddle with it as much when you put it in the track.
I like your projects. Because they are genious, and in term of money they are so cheap. No need to buy aluminium or any other staff. Just wood and wood. 👏 bravo
I’m going to make this one! I have made several sleds over the years, but this one is small and light. I may add (to the finger-saver block) a removable “tail” piece going back beyond the back of the table with a little block at the end on the underside, to stop the sled at the furthest-forward point it should go.
Brilliant!!!!! Brilliant. You’re not just amazing; you are clever, intelligent, creative, and all-around great at creating substantive and relevant content for the woodworking community. Thank you.
Awesome sled, just finished it. Highly recommend It and plans are free from John. I also recommend the belt and disc sander, it's compact, easy to build and adjust, very useful. and very cool with holes drilled in the top wheel. Thanks John.
Thank you for the free plans John. I made the original a few years back and loved it. I just replaced my old saw with a new one, and just made the deluxe version. You made it look easy, and I am always amazed at how well you present yourself and your projects. Another thumbs up.
I did like the video, well done. What I picked up on is the finger guard behind the fence for blade safety, that glued piece of wood. It's a good idea, love safety suggestions, will definitely be adding it to my sleds.
Hi John, this is perfect. I didn't really want a full sized sled for what I do and in the past I have simply clamped a wooden rail to my miter gauge, which is OK, but not great. I think this is all I will ever need for cross cutting. Thank you for describing it all so well 😊
I've just made myself two of these - one for my work place and one for my home shop. I only had 18mm ply, so a bit chunkier but works good all the same. I also added an extra stop block on the other end so I can set from/to locations for cutting out repeatable rebates. Great design - Next project will be the bar clamps :D
This is really interesting, and I think I might try and make one myself. I really love the way you cut the slot for the stop block to slide. You always see people doing it with routers, and as a novice hobbyist, that's disheartening. Thank you for the great idea!
I have some half-inch ply begging to be used, and I think this might be the perfect project for a bit of it. I love that it allows the full depth of cut!
Of all the mini sled designs I've seen, this is my favourite blend of functionality and simplicity. I'll have to build it with only 1 runner for my saw; hoping that'll be enough.
This sled works great, I used plywood for runners bc in PA the humidity expands the runners and you cant push it. I no longer have that issue on this sled.
Great build, great improvement! Since I have a new table saw, and my old mini sled won't fit, I need a new one. I'll get on it right away. I see @6:45 Matt had a close shave!
I like how you are stealing the thunder from potential know-it-alls (knowingly or unknowingly), by already stating, in video, that you could have done a certain step more efficiently!
Good stuff as always John I will be downloading these plans and building 1 I was actually thinking about wasting like what is it 50 or 60 bucks at Rockler on buying one so I'm glad I saw this video."'why buy when u can DIY!"
Thanks so much, John. This little sled has quickly replaced my other larger sled and miter jig as, 95% of the time, I'm cutting relatively small pieces. Awesome, simple, useful project!
this one is much better compared to other table sledge on UA-cam for 2 reason: 1. its lightweight 2. deep cut is not affected since it doesn't have base wood ,the wood being cut is direct contact to tablesaw itself
I have been looking for plans to build a small and simple sled just like this. Thank you for your channel, you have earned a new subscriber today! I hope to build a bigger sled in the future.
This is a great jig. I have been meaning to build one since you first made the original and now you've made it even better. It seems very useful when cutting small pieces and easier to pull out and put away than a big crosscut sled. Thanks for the video and build article with plans!
Free plan and more details in the build article:
ibuildit.ca/projects/making-a-mini-table-saw-sled-deluxe-version/
The original mini table saw sled:
ibuildit.ca/projects/mini-table-saw-sled/
Great improvement to a great tool, thanks for the free plans !
Thanks John I built the first version and I love it. Looks like it's time for a new one.
I like the design but why isn't there a base? More depth of cut?
One thing that I would do is add a spring to the t-track stop to make the wood pieces stay apart. That way, you don't have to fiddle with it as much when you put it in the track.
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The rear slot for storing the stop block, BRILLIANT. Great build John.
Yes that is some incredible forethought!
Thank you for doing this without using aluminum track, I really appreciate the creative build from (more or less) raw materials.
I like your projects. Because they are genious, and in term of money they are so cheap. No need to buy aluminium or any other staff. Just wood and wood. 👏 bravo
Thank you John-it’s nice of you to provide a free plan for this project.
I made 1 of these sleds a few years ago, more as a weekend project - now I use it almost all the time - thanks John, love your work...
Great sled. Very generous to offer plans to everyone.
Great little sled. Thanks from South Africa.
I just love that you can store the stop block on the backside when you don‘t need it, great build👍👍👍
Thanks John, made this and it works a treat. My very first real wood project.
Hi John - I made this sled over the past few days. Your instructions & plans are great. Many thanks for this. Bob
I like the deluxe model. Probably going to have to make this.
Great video!
Another great example of your spectacularly efficient & concise design process. Thanks
John I figured out the other day that Azek 3/4" pvc outdoor trim works amazing for runner material. It fits in my tracks without modifications.
Unless one needs 1 " runners
I’m going to make this one! I have made several sleds over the years, but this one is small and light. I may add (to the finger-saver block) a removable “tail” piece going back beyond the back of the table with a little block at the end on the underside, to stop the sled at the furthest-forward point it should go.
Brilliant!!!!! Brilliant. You’re not just amazing; you are clever, intelligent, creative, and all-around great at creating substantive and relevant content for the woodworking community. Thank you.
I like this simple little cross cut sled. I made one similar to yours, based on your idea. Thanks
Cool way to store stop block. Thanks for sharing.
Nicely done video. Please continue providing more and thank you.
Awesome sled, just finished it. Highly recommend It and plans are free from John. I also recommend the belt and disc sander, it's compact, easy to build and adjust, very useful. and very cool with holes drilled in the top wheel. Thanks John.
Simple but effective. Great job!
Thank you for the free plans John. I made the original a few years back and loved it. I just replaced my old saw with a new one, and just made the deluxe version. You made it look easy, and I am always amazed at how well you present yourself and your projects. Another thumbs up.
I did like the video, well done. What I picked up on is the finger guard behind the fence for blade safety, that glued piece of wood. It's a good idea, love safety suggestions, will definitely be adding it to my sleds.
Well Done. Simple & effective.
Neat little jig,thank very much, great presentation.
Very practical and efficient design.
Super Duper! Nice upgrade.
That's the ticket for my small table saw. Thank you!
Thank you Sir for showing me how to create T nut instead of buying metal ones. So good and keep me busy on weekends. Thanks again
Beautifully made. Simple n effective
SUPER!
DELUXE!
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I build it too, the best Sled i ever had, thanks a lot and greetings from Germany
your plans where easy to flow keep up the good work
Wow, I've been looking for a simple sled to make for my first table saw, thank you!
Hi John, this is perfect. I didn't really want a full sized sled for what I do and in the past I have simply clamped a wooden rail to my miter gauge, which is OK, but not great. I think this is all I will ever need for cross cutting. Thank you for describing it all so well 😊
I like the way it turned out. 👍🏻👍🏻Thanks for sharing.
So much simpler than so many of the sleds I’ve seen yet every bit as functional
Thats a nice little sled John. Thank you for posting the plans.I'll be making one soon
"Im too lazy to set up dato blade" as your eazy change wrench you spent hours or perhaps days on making sets right there in view! Love it!
😂 that's hilarious.
Too lazy too organize your workshop? Just build a new one!
Dado - not dato
Awesome. I want to build one. Thank you very very much. I like the way you do your work!!!
I've just made myself two of these - one for my work place and one for my home shop. I only had 18mm ply, so a bit chunkier but works good all the same. I also added an extra stop block on the other end so I can set from/to locations for cutting out repeatable rebates. Great design - Next project will be the bar clamps :D
Just built this as my first cross-cut sled (including cutting front slot after completing the fence 🤓). Cheers John, another fantastic video 👍
Thank you 🙏. I love your ideas and videos they’re the best.
This is really interesting, and I think I might try and make one myself. I really love the way you cut the slot for the stop block to slide. You always see people doing it with routers, and as a novice hobbyist, that's disheartening. Thank you for the great idea!
Good job, congratulations !
I have some half-inch ply begging to be used, and I think this might be the perfect project for a bit of it. I love that it allows the full depth of cut!
This is one of the best things I've built from scraps. Thanks John!
Of all the mini sled designs I've seen, this is my favourite blend of functionality and simplicity. I'll have to build it with only 1 runner for my saw; hoping that'll be enough.
Thanks from Italy, i did it today.
That's a very clever way for making that slot. Great job John, as usual.
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This sled works great, I used plywood for runners bc in PA the humidity expands the runners and you cant push it. I no longer have that issue on this sled.
Excellent build and video editing John - thanks for sharing.
That is a brilliant little fence. 👍👍👍👍👍
Great build, great improvement! Since I have a new table saw, and my old mini sled won't fit, I need a new one. I'll get on it right away. I see @6:45 Matt had a close shave!
Brilliant!! Love it!!! 😍😍
Great job, it will very usefull to me for bulk cutting projects in future. 👍well done..
Very nice design.
Awesome video and awesome project. I liked it the first time and the added stop block is awesome.
I like how you are stealing the thunder from potential know-it-alls (knowingly or unknowingly), by already stating, in video, that you could have done a certain step more efficiently!
Your comment will be 34% more effective with the black letters.........
It always amazes me how many people hit the dislike button and add smart ass comments!
Except you forgot one critical factor. Know-it-alls never listen to what is said in videos.
Thank you I really learn a lot with your channel
Very nice sir. At the end I liked the storage of the stop block. veeeeeeeery smart. Thanks for sharing. God bless you.
This is simplicity in its purest form !
Sometimes it is so easy! Thank You
Thank you for your generous manner sharing your art and knowledge and even care about poor hobbyists as well.
Your work is all ways tops nice video
Lovely solution.
Fantastic this way is the best way
Excellent tool. Very well conceived. Useful.I must make one ! Thank you John.
Nicely done. Thank you for sharing
Once again Sir you continue to amaze me, excellent work!
Good stuff as always John I will be downloading these plans and building 1 I was actually thinking about wasting like what is it 50 or 60 bucks at Rockler on buying one so I'm glad I saw this video."'why buy when u can DIY!"
I came across your channel by chance and I loved the free plans and ideas. Keep it up!
Thanks so much, John. This little sled has quickly replaced my other larger sled and miter jig as, 95% of the time, I'm cutting relatively small pieces. Awesome, simple, useful project!
I've always liked your mini sled. Now I like it more. It doubles as a nice anvil stand too I see.
Muy buen proyecto, simple y confiable. De lo mejor que encontré en mucho tiempo, Gracias!!!!
Nice work sir please keep it up
I just brought chop saw, and saw this item, its good, i made one and fell safe using chop saw as a real novice, cheers
That was really nice to give that away free. I enjoy your woodworking talent.
this one is much better compared to other table sledge on UA-cam for 2 reason:
1. its lightweight
2. deep cut is not affected since it doesn't have base wood ,the wood being cut is direct contact to tablesaw itself
I have been looking for plans to build a small and simple sled just like this. Thank you for your channel, you have earned a new subscriber today! I hope to build a bigger sled in the future.
Excellent video! I have to build myself one of these now! 👍
My favourite kind of video 👍
Simple and reliable.
Thank you.
Все простое - гениально ! Спасибо за подсказку! Особенно понравилось позиционирование при склеивании направляющих и каретки.
Goof job John, thanks for sharing, best regards from Mexico!
Nice little sled!
Great build
*_Extra fancy_*
The 2.0 version looks boss
Very nice, simple and effective with no fancy hardware needed. I'll make one for my new table saw. Thanks John!
Brilliant! Thank you for sharing this video. I'm going to make one as you've shown.
Thanks again, and have a great day!
Most excellent little sled! I've been using 8mm acrylic for my runners, eliminates that damn wet weather swelling problem
What a great small parts sled. So cool.
This is a great jig. I have been meaning to build one since you first made the original and now you've made it even better. It seems very useful when cutting small pieces and easier to pull out and put away than a big crosscut sled. Thanks for the video and build article with plans!
Thank You John.
Good job Friend. I like this auxiliary tool
Genius idea 💡
Excellent idea 👍
Very nice.
Thanks for the video.
Excellent John, nice setup...........
Brilliant! Love it!