Building a Workbench Around the Craftsman Table Saw

[@xalwine]

Just built this over the weekend. Great build! I appreciate the plans having more of the order planned out to avoid those tight spots when screwing everything together.

[@apmiller77]

I just made a 4’x4’ bench for my 8.25” Dewalt Job site saw, but used Pocket Holes to screw the table top to the support 2x4’s, using the cheapest Kregg Jig. First time use of pocket holes. More time consuming, but cleaner look on top. Retirement hobby, so learning new skills every week. You’re the only other person I’ve found who made a 4’x4’. I like the size, and made it the the Ht. (35”) of my IWORX Pegasus worktable in case I ever need additional support.

[@burtonrodman]

thanks for sharing this project with the craftsman table saw. while i absolutely regret getting this table saw (mostly due to the non-standard tracks) -- it's nice to see content for saws beside the dewalt, delta and ridgid. i see all those craftsman tools -- but was surprised see the milwaukee jigsaw (lol).

[@sharnijephson7818]

You do have to spend some time setting the saw up... blade, fence, etc. But once done, the saw is great. Fairly compact which is Nice kzbin.infoUgkxXh-4_3-ZT1fFWP91ZV7iVqzElr0lEb-a I did get an Incra Miter Gauge which takes some setup as well. The stock miter gauge can be adjusted in the miter slot with a little painter's tape... this tightens up the side to side play a lot.

[@pokey4200]

Thanks for sharing the plans. For sure gonna build this for my saw I just purchased. May even share a video of the completed project...

[@diywithry]

Hope you enjoy them!

[@rogerazevedo4094]

Hi. I am about to build a table saw for exactly the sama reason as you. I been searching here the best project and I found yours to be the best I've seen for my purpose. I like the design and the functionality of it. I am adding foldable side tables to be able to cut bigger sheets. Thanks for the tip and keep up the good work.

[@diywithry]

I'm glad to hear the video provided some inspiration for you! And I hope the table turns out good for you!!

[@ponyrang]

My best friend, that's a great video. I will always cheer for you in Korea I'm looking forward to a great video. Have a nice day.

[@Life.behindthecam]

Great build….I’m looking to get one done myself. But definitely do that t-track. Also maybe incorporate one a folding arm table extension so you can cut bigger plywoods. Awesome build looking forward to that next diy upgrade

[@diywithry]

Thanks! The t-track has definitely been a great call, allows for a lot more functionality with the saw. And I've seen people with the folding arm setup, looks like it would be a great help to those cutting down 4x8 sheets. Good luck with your build!

[@JosephSastreShowsYou]

I like it. You should add a light that swings and moves on a scissor arm. You know the ones? I can never seem to find enough light in my workshop.

[@phillipstanfill5392]

Finally someone else fighting with craftsman tablesaw. It does the job but so many things I wish were different

[@rosascreativeworks5403]

Nice. I have a very old Craftsman Table Saw (as in >60 years) that I've rebuilt a few times and am still using. I love your bench, could only wish I had the space for such a thing! Very nice. ❤

[@diywithry]

Thank you! And wow, that's awesome to hear that your table saw is still seeing use after 60+ years!

[@rosascreativeworks5403]

@@diywithry believe it or not, it was my grandfather's, who passed it on to my Dad and then Dad passed it on to me when he got his big fancy new one. LOL. Yeah it's old. All metal, no plastic! Super cool!

[@samsboringchannel]

Hi Ry! I'm not long from getting started doing something similar for my small de-walt table saw, will make the world of difference. Looks like a great design, simple but effective. Found your profile on woodworking youtubers, I've subbed up!

[@diywithry]

Hey thank you Sam! Didn't realize just how much of a difference it made to have all the extra working space till I used it for the first time, but definitely a game changer. Let me know how your bench turns out!

[@TheWeekendWoodshop]

Well done, nice compact design with lots of functionality.

[@diywithry]

Thank you! Tried to keep it fairly bare bones too to upgrade/add on in the future as is needed

[@lemhanback9595]

Not too shabby, enjoyed watching you use a level as a temporary fence. Also thought of making a similar style bench.. Think I bought the slightly cheaper version of your saw. I was surprised to discover only one miter slot so will have to leave a slight gap on left side to stabilize miter sled. Hope you left a slight gap in the back so you can still use your fence. If not I'm sure you will solve that issue easily. Wishing you many hours of happy woodworking.

[@diywithry]

Thank you, gotta use what you have! Yes, I did leave a space in the back of the saw for the fence to slide, found that out when mounting it. And interesting on the single miter slot, I've heard of saws like that but haven't encountered it. Good thinking on using the side for your sled!

[@pastblast1664]

Im surprised so few of the builds have incorporated an infeed table. Even a 6" would be a great addition. Not a criticism. Im just curious why you chose to NOT add an infeed table to your design. I'm in process of deciding how to build a rolling cart for my new DWE7485. Thanks for any insignts.

[@codacreator6162]

You’re thinking, ‘I wanna gat this thing DONE.’ 😁

[@diywithry]

After some struggles with that frame, I can say that was definitely my line of thinking towards the end

[@lemhanback9595]

Btw also have limited shop space, so was considering adding folding side and rear tops for when I need to reduce larger pieces than normal. Thought I'd share that idea with you. 👍

[@diywithry]

Thanks, that's a good idea!

[@AlonzoWest]

lol i got this saw about a month ago after binge watching some diy videos. i went to go make me a table for it. dont think that should of been my first project :D its tall as hell and basically unusable for any of my saws... the blades are basically in my face :D - i like it tho because its high up, but not good for cutting at all... thinking about making a addon to the side of it that sits lower for the saws... i dunno - yours looks awesome tho! keep the videos coming.... im enjoying your channel

[@diywithry]

Thanks! And yeah, my original worktable I built at bar height as I thought it would be more comfortable to work at... big mistake. Was difficult to work on anything that wasn't a cutting board, so I cut the legs down a bit. Definitely reccomend having the table saw a little lower to work around

[@AlonzoWest]

@@diywithry lol yup, mine is bar height as well ;\

[@FFMMA]

Hi Ren, great video and great workbench for that saw. I bought the same table saw today. That's how I found your videos. I was wondering, what is the blue skillsaw guide piece that you're using at 2:23 called? Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@diywithry]

The blue guide is a Kreg Crosscut Guide. I think they may have upgraded it since I made the video, but should still be able to find it under that name

[@brianclark17]

Is your saw table level with the wooden table around it? Looks like it sits lower than the wood top

[@Ramon-on2kt]

Hi good job just want to know what brand and where you got your circular saw guide( blue color and what brand?

[@diywithry]

Thanks! It's a Kreg Crosscut Guide that I got from Woodcraft. Think they've updated it since I bought mine though

[@suburban404]

How did you build your sleds? The tabbed slots are a challenge when building any jigs.

[@diywithry]

I actually ended up cutting off the tabs in the miter slots to make it easier to make sleds. More than anything, I just found them to be annoying. If you're not comfortable cutting them off however, I'd reccomend measuring the gap under the tabs, then between the tabs, cutting 2 pieces of wood to fit both those areas, and then gluing them together under your sled

[@ThePaulwarner]

At 10:00 …how did you make sure your clamped straight edge was cutting square to the blade ?

[@diywithry]

I measured out 2 locations, front and back of the blade, and marked it on the table top. Then used a carpenters square to try and keep it squared to those lines. In the end, I think I just made sure it was as squared as possible, with just a slight outward angle to prevent binding on the blade

[@ThePaulwarner]

@@diywithry thank you- gotta love using the tool you’re building- to build the tool you’re building…..

[@MonnicleManProd]

Do you have a cut list and plans for this project?

[@diywithry]

Right now I do not, but if there's enough demand I could definitely make one

[@theycallmejphil5018]

Would appreciate a cut list

[@michaeldyer612]

I have the same table saw as well and am interested in a cut list too.

[@jameslavinder4368]

Did you ever make a cut sheet for this. I would love to make one for mine cause it’s the exact same saw.

[@diywithry]

As a matter of fact, I did! If you head over to diywithry.com, should be able to download them from the store page. Sorry it took so long!

[@walterboyles729]

Would you be able to email me the measurements for this table you are building. I am looking at getting the same table saw this weekend and would love to have a copy of you plans

[@diywithry]

Link in the description will help ya out!

[@DragonKeeper-sl5bc]

Can u upload pictures of your plan or email them ?

[@diywithry]

I'll do you one better, you can head over to diywithry.com to download them for free!

[@colemahaney4208]

Get rid of that car in there and make yourself a real shop

[@diywithry]

I would love to, but it's not my call! 🤷‍♂️

[@josephzethner8972]

Really nice job but for a 200 dollar saw I think it’s not worth all that - the lumber and supplies are going to cost double the saw price and the saw is only going to last a couple years especially with plastic gears for raising and lowering the blade

[@diywithry]

That's fair, the material cost and the quality of the saw definitely puts into question the necessity of this workbench. In my case, this was the only saw I could afford at the time I was starting, and I intended this workbench to serve multiple purposes

[@zx4133]

Why do you feel the need to post a comment like this? You sound like a judgmental jerk. If Ry wants to build a nice cart to make his table saw easier/better to use, more power to him. Let him worry about the cost of things. It’s his money and time. Why don’t you try being positive/supportive for a change. Friggin’ troll. Ry, this is awesome! Well done and thank you for sharing your build!

[@zx4133]

⁠@@diywithry​​⁠​⁠It’s not fair Ry. Don’t listen to this judgmental troll (@josephzethner8972). Whether you have a $200 table saw or a $2000 table saw, if you want to make a cart for it to make it more user-friendly, you do it man. I’m sure you have your budget in mind when you start a project or buy a tool. No need to explain. Keep up the great work and thank you for making this video. I wish you all the best my man!

[@neonemo5278]

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[@diywithry]

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