8 Router Accessories Every Woodworker Needs

[@731Woodworks]

CLICK READ MORE TO SEE LINKS TO THE TOOLS Watch Next = How to Use a Router - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn3bdHh4l5JqatU 🛠 Tools In This Video Bench Cookies - amzn.to/44sa09Z Kreg Set Up Bars - amzn.to/43OGCuE Yellow Hammer Set Up Bars - amzn.to/43LGeNm Kreg Radius Guide - amzn.to/3XwknHH Aluminum Radius Guide - amzn.to/434RzHr Infinity Router Bit Vise - amzn.to/43OGGKU Walnut Router Bit Storage Tray - www.731woodworks.com/store/router-bit-organizing-tray-walnut Brass Set Up Blocks (TayTools) - lddy.no/1ghsn Brass Set Up Blocks - amzn.to/3NE2nrm Rockler Set Up Gauge - amzn.to/46adhfD Router Edge Guides - amzn.to/3qMNdqF DeWALT Router I Recommend - amzn.to/3CCWzrL Starter Router 4 Bit Set - amzn.to/46fBQbe My Favorite Work Clothes - truewerk.pxf.io/GmbJjE Use code WOODWORKS10 to save 10% off your order for a LIMITED TIME ONLY. The full list of tools and supplies I recommend can be found on my website: www.731woodworks.com/recommended-tools Join the TUBAFOUR NATION through Patreon to get access to exclusive member only behind the scenes videos, member only livestreams, exclusive discounts, and other cool member only perks! www.patreon.com/731woodworks Check this video's description for all the links to any tools and videos I discussed. If you use one of these Amazon and other affiliate links, I may receive a commission Some other useful links: Daily Tool Deals on my website: www.731woodworks.com/tool-deals Subscribe to our email Newsletter to get new content alerts, sales, and more! mailchi.mp/7e44c16eefdc/731-woodworks-email-newsletter Easy to Follow Build Plans - www.731woodworks.com/store Outlaw's Board Butter - So Good it Should be Outlawed: www.731woodworks.com/store/boardbutter

[@jasonroyal5247]

Hi, for me to cut the radius using the radius guide would I need a pattern bit or would a flush trim bit work? Do you have the link for the pattern bit? Thank you.

[@ronniepaul5545]

Everything is a game changer!

[@731Woodworks]

This comment is a game changer!

[@JSCRocketScientist]

There’s an advantage to the yellowhammer setup blocks if you live in the southern US (or anywhere with high humidity). Those spongy storage slots keep out the moisture. Too many manufacturers don’t plan for their tools to be stored in 115 degrees temperature and 80% humidity all summer.

[@claybowser698]

I made my own bench cookies using empty dip cans, concrete and flex seal. I put mineral oil in the dip cans, filled them with concrete. I popped the concrete out after it dried them paint the cookie with flex seal. You can also tack a roofing nail in the center of the can upside down and then when you're done you have a little spike sticking up to help with finishes.

[@bullfrogpondshop3179]

I have a large stack of old mouse pads from the computer teacher at my school. I'm planning on gluing them to some round pucks of wood.

[@profcah]

I got a dozen hockey pucks and made mine from those

[@stevenvachon9745]

@@profcah and Lee Valley sells self stick grip pads for hockey pucks.

[@rhess10]

​@@profcahDid you coat them with anything or did the rubber grip enough?

[@profcah]

@@rhess10 I took some drawer grip liner and glued it on.

[@Ericdanieltorres]

Love the tee ! God Bless You!

[@mikemontgomery-wt7qp]

Good video, Would love if you made a video just for router tables, such as set up for measurements using the fence. I have to trial and error all the time. I enjoy your videos and appreciate your positivity and enthusiasm.

[@boomerangfreak]

I've been using my 3D printer to make custom edge templates and well several templates in general. I've had my 3D printer years before I started woodworking but it's also been proving useful with anything routing!

[@harryshaw4998]

Great video I have most of the things you talked about, wish I had known about the Yellow Hammer set up blocks. Love the T-Shirt.. God Bless

[@MrGrant440]

Great Video!! I need to pick up some of those things

[@bernardtenpas9493]

I took the most of your message from your t-shirt. God bless your outreach.

[@sunnindawg]

Like that Kreg guide

[@mishellekochel4510]

I have the 1st two items, but def have the edge and radius guides are on my wish list!

[@Damon_Barber]

I have the Kreg set up blocks… I’ll probably end up making some DIY bench cookies out of scrap wood and rubber shelf liner. Those edge guides look sweet, but I have not really started using my router enough to justify getting everything I want right away. 😢😂😂

[@profcah]

I have the Ryobi trim router but can’t find an edge guide for it. Any help?

[@Fordhorsepower1]

Good video, Thank God no Ryobi tools were used for this video.

[@imsowright90]

Good info.

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@coolabahwoodworking]

Amazing thumbnail mate!

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@NicholasHeryla]

Keep it up Matt. I'm not a member anymore just due to some struggles lately but hope to be back on soon. I don't miss a single video

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching! 👊

[@timjohnson3122]

“I’ve used these for a while, had an issue…” he said while holding the Radius Guide with a bandaid on his finger. 😂😂 Seriously tho, great information!

[@superspitfire1980]

Nice t-shirt 👍

[@jimtompkins5742]

Hi Matt, as I am just getting started in wood work I have a question about the easy cut radius tools. Will these tools work on corners other than 90 degree corners? I'm planning on making a cabinet for my place and one of the corners is less than 90 degrees. Aany information would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

[@Alf_4]

if I borrow a set of setup blocks from a friend could I just flush trim some clones?

[@patbird9694]

Correction. Makita cordless 18v trim router if you are on the platform or the corded version if you are not. Both base plates are interchangeable . Makita has 6 base plates for you to select to fit your project. I have been using mine for 8 years now with no trouble.

[@Tensquaremetreworkshop]

Kreg setup blocks. A set of several blocks to almost do the job of a single adjustable height gauge. Which will cover all the heights, not just a selection. And do it in both Metric and Imperial, fractional or decimal. Giving you seven heights instead of any, at ~ twice the price. Great idea... And it digital height gauge will also replace your brass setup blocks. Gripping bits to change bearing- just use your router. It is going in there anyway. Rockler gauge- once again, the height gauge will do all of this. Please be honest- if you are doing a sales video then say so.

[@derekgibbs8966]

Fantastic job well prepared and no filler

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you so much 👍

[@jasonroyal5247]

@@731Woodworks Hi, what router bit set do you recommend? Also, can I cut a radius with a flush trim bit or would I need a pattern bit? Any help would be appreciated.

[@bobh64]

As always good tips, edge guides expand the router many times over. My goto guide is the Trend CRB set up, it makes the router super accurate.

[@damnrite811]

What size treaded inserts do you usually use? Or 2 most common ?

[@FixItFrench]

Haha I am using Freedom here in America! 🇺🇸 👊🏼

[@ronswoodshack]

Another great list! Love my yellow hammer setup blocks. Thanks Mighty Matt.

[@rickgibson8220]

Great video, very informative keep them coming have a Blessed day

[@jimrosson6702]

Great tips thanks for sharing

[@mcope9012]

I wish we had as much choice in England as you do in the USA. When we do find one of your items, it's a lot more expensive. Still nice to see what's out there. Cheers Mike

[@Sartre_Existentialist]

NOTE: The Yellowhammer setup bars are no longer available but it's evident that several other "brands" used the same company to make them. The same product is available on Amazon under different names

[@patsipes6561]

Very useful video! Thanks.

[@upnorth1955]

Thanks again! I really enjoy your videos and suggestions. There are a couple of things I am going to purchase.

[@crosscutofficial]

First, I want to say I love your videos. Second, I’ve gotten some great ideas from you, so THANK YOU. I know you’re a Christian, please keep my family in prayer. My mother is totally disabled and after my father passed away in ‘21 I became her sole caregiver as well as of my son who is autistic. As a single dad and only child, this has taken a toll on our family financially. I had to quit work to stay home and care for them, now 8m doing crafts to sell from home. It’s hard because I have my own health problems and I don’t have a shop. I was using a 30 foot party tent as a shop, but sadly this past Sunday it was damaged in a pop up storm. Now I’m back to nothing but my tools. Pray I can get something for shelter while I’m working, because of health, I’m limited on outdoor activities without shade. I don’t have a lot of tools, but I do what I can with what I have. I’d love to see some videos on using a job site table saw to create a good edge when you don’t have a jointer. Also, can you recommend some basic power planers? I can’t afford a bench top planer, but I was thinking something handheld.

[@731Woodworks]

I will pray for you. Here is a way to edge joint with a jobsite saw kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5-8dXWCbL2pZ9E

[@hansangb]

@3:12 that vise for bits is a no-brainer! Thanks

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

2:11 ... I saw that ... 😏😂

[@quargr]

Hi Matt, I always appreciate your videos as you provide not only best in class suggestions, but alternatives that are either just as good at a lower cost, or something that will get the basic job done and be just as accurate also at a lower cost, but may not have all the features as higher priced items do. Bravo!!! I find your approach allows those just entering the hobby (or on a budget) to do so getting excellent results while finding out if the hobby is right for them, or letting those on a budget to progress many finding their way to higher end tools as they begin to appreciate how some of the small things can help. When it comes to routers got a couple of suggestions for future videos... * A rundown of circle cutting jigs. Three that come to mind are from Milescraft, Jasper, Powertec to name a few. If various brands (Dewalt, Festool, ...) have something might be good to through those into the ring as well. Even the buying vs making your own might be included. * Perhaps a review of first party and third party dust collection attachments would be great, as routers produce a great deal of dust and chips. I'm talking about the plastic pieces that place suction near the router bit and direct the dust/chips, not the vacuum itself. Are third party attachments worth it? (both of the above might be enough for you to get a Festool router, as based on my reading Festool is the gold standard ;) And, I can't help but wonder if higher end solutions for edge guides and circle cutting and such are worth the price, Micro Fence comes to mind, but I suspect others are around. Also, perhaps a rundown of some specialty jigs for router, as I see something very useful on AliExpress is a Adjustable Precision Router Template Guide. I can go on and keep you busy for quite a while :) Again, really appreciate your work and your commitment to providing alternatives.

[@MrROUNDMAN2]

The Yellow Hammer set up blocks are out of stock. I found these on Amazon as a replacement. They have high ratings in references to accuracy....VEVOR Router Table Setup Bars, 14 pcs, Precision Aluminum Setup Blocks Height Gauge Set, with Laser Engraved Size Markings Storage Case, Measuring Depth Height Angle, for Router Table Saw Accessorie $46.78 at the time of this comment, I hope this helps everyone

[@Cowboyxx]

Wish I knew if the dewalt would fit the kobalt router table. Grrr

[@stevetrubilla755]

Excellent video!

[@daviddean4039]

Are you aware a page called smart saker is using the part of this video of the aluminum corner guides in their sponsored ad on Facebook

[@alexisonfire199]

Hey man love your videos, but the filters in the thumbnail is a no go. We woodworker not instagram models.

[@madheadlesschicken2066]

Says its okay to have fingers close to the router... while dawning a plaster 🤣

[@johnnybraska8873]

Freedom units. I will be using that in the future

[@davidbakelaar1486]

Freedom units. 😂

[@fishman2951]

Matt, great vid as usual. Might want to update, Amazon says they don't know when or if Infinity router bit vise will be available.

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@davidfreels]

Yes, please provide another source for the Infinity Router Bit Vise.

[@Kasper623]

Wonder what type of rubber is used for the bench cookies. Might be a good project for scrap.

[@dividedbyzero9777]

"Freedom units"... 😂😂😂

[@simontownsend9517]

At last the kreg is cheaper in the uk than the yellow hammer.....

[@donbrunodelamancha1927]

Well trooper, Mike, masterful content, as always, I love the T-shirt. Thank you for all the work you put into these. Much L♥️VE to you and Miss Amy, and God bless you all‼️

[@steveroufas1938]

Complete respect to a alpha man (like myself mind you) who knows what he's doing, but it's Bosch "1617" only, for a big/heavy mid-sized Router under 3 amps. Just installed a couple of doors that use Soss Invisible hinges, for a client..... Router worked like a charm, as always. Brass Bushings only when installing doors with fresh Jambs from scratch...... brass retains heat better than any metal and a bearing-less straight bit, cutting out Poplar or Maple builds up a lot of heat...... if you're not using Brass Bushings, then you're not at a "custom" installer/woodworker level. Dimar Guide Bushings. Canadian brand, I'm up here ion Canada....... we don't know much up here but we know wood...... check out Dimar. Best Forstner bits, they're the only saw blades (chop/table/track-saw) I use.... countersinks and drill/tapered bits, only Dimar. Humble Canadian brand I'm telling you

[@El_Migz]

As a mathematician.... Please don't say radius's 🤣

[@plugger410]

Isn’t “‘s” indicating a contraction or possession?

[@unlimitedj06]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@SFCSMOKER]

Is 731 a chapter and verse, if so what book? Just curious. Bless ya brother

[@731Woodworks]

It's my wife and I's anniversary. July 31

[@SFCSMOKER]

@@731Woodworks clever way to never forget.

[@Maxgeo2016]

The router vice says its unavailable. Is there a different one or no?

[@731Woodworks]

I haven’t found one.

[@peterhansson7967]

Bench cookies cheap? Not where I live…

[@michaelwillson6847]

I'll second that. What's wrong with some circles of wood with some that non slip matting on it could probably make 10 times the amount for what it would cost set 4 them. Oh and a can't get rockler or anything like them kinda stores over here. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@christopherpavlicas]

No woodworker "buys" bench cookies, push sticks, corner clamps, positioning squares, etc. These items (and hundreds more) are far too easy to make with scrap wood around your shop or garage.

[@allan5721]

The Milescraft versions are only a couple of bucks each and work same or better.

[@stlwoodworking]

Infinity Cutting Tools Router Bit Vise is out of stock currently.

[@brentolsenthanksformaking2528]

Thank you please read Romans 10:9-13❤

[@Christopher-pf8qt]

Please stop with the sly Christian propaganda.

[@chrismcaulay7805]

Its a Christian channel bro... If you are to sensitive for it, there are tons of other channels. Otherwise grow up...

[@johnnycorn7225]

Easy as the push of a button, go edit your own channel

[@Polyhive]

Where are the metric set up blocks? I have to wonder what percentage of your subscribers are using metric?

[@731Woodworks]

Not a large percentage. The majority of viewers are in the US

[@jtreg]

why are you shouting? Awful.

[@flfbsphatboyblue8970]

What’s up with the mythical biblical fables and religious nonsense references?

[@bradbonnema5979]

Hmmm. Took Intro class at a law school in California and the basis for many legal structures in different countries has been........the Ten Commandments. And Leviticus. Just sayin.......... plus these are his personal beliefs. So would you be offended if he wore T-shirts promoting a sports team he likes but you despise? Our constitution guarantees freedom of religion, not from religion which means he's free to choose the religion he wants to follow.

[@chrismcaulay7805]

You got some unfounded assumptions there... Might try reading the bible before criticizing it...