Cross Cut Sled for my DEWALT Jobsite Table Saw

[@EastAvenueWoodWorks]

Looks like it works well. About the only thing I would change would be cutting the internal t-tracks about an inch shorter so you can easily remove and instal the clamps

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Thanks!

[@TechStories79]

Looks so easy with the right tools

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Yes, Having the right tools is the key for sure. I have finally reached the tipping point on this shop where I can pretty much make just about anything in it. I have spent a pretty penny getting here but the tools are useful and hold there value as apposed to money in the bank evaporating. Thanks!

[@TechStories79]

@@HomesteadEngineering so true

[@DevilDoc0311]

Came out really nicely! I have the same table saw and been looking for a good sled, may try to build this

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Sounds good. It is a bit of a project but I am happy with it now that its done. Thanks!

[@abdullahali5039]

Hi I watched the entire video, and I liked the work very much. I have a saw like this you have, and I need Miter Bars. For the table saw I have, but I don't know the size for the Dewalt table saw Could you please send me a link or address for Miter Bars, Which rides on my chainsaw like the one I showed in the video to buy from Amazon Thank you Greetings and I wish you a good and beautiful day for you, accompanied by safety and more progress and success Abdullah from the State of Kuwait

[@HomesteadEngineering]

The link is in the description. Thanks!

[@dangoras9152]

That turned out better than I thought I have the same saw... I was gonna make one but didn't know it would work... I had one on my bigger saw but I down graded cause we run on solar... I may try and design one and cut it on the cnc....... Awesome project keep it up brother....

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Hey Dan, So far this thing is working great. It feels like I am on a cabinet saw when using the sled. Thanks!

[@dangoras9152]

Awesome im gonna have to make one....

[@Drdon0214]

Great job. I am choosing your design to make this sled. I was wondering where I can locate the t-cap fence and the stop that goes along with it. Your help would be most appreciated.

[@HomesteadEngineering]

I think it was this one: www.lowes.com/pd/Kreg-Precision-Trak-and-Stop-System/3465288

[@Drdon0214]

@@HomesteadEngineering

[@Drdon0214]

Thanks so much. One more question - did you use a 30” wide sled for the base. It seems a little long for my Dewalt 10”? What width did you use for your sled?

[@tufankilinc636]

Nice work!

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Thanks!

[@greghomestead8366]

I think it looks awesome. 2👍👍up. I don't think I've ever seen one that didn't use a hardwood for the runners instead of aluminum, but the miter one that comes with most saw is aluminum so I guess it will work. Have a Jesus filled day everyone Greg in Michigan

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Greg, I think most people just make them out of hard wood to save money. The only problem with the hard wood is that it contracts and expands with temp and humidity. The problem I have with these Aluminum rails is that the adjusters vibrate out of position. I may have to "glue" them in place somehow. Thanks!

[@ghostlincon]

All of this awesome built of solar crazy.

[@TheLaLaFarm]

That turned out really nice. I may copy your copied design. I have been wanting to build one for a couple of years, but I want to purchase a stationary table saw first, which I just haven't pulled the trigger on yet. Good video!! - Rick

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Hello Rick, It has already come in handy as I have used it to build an assembly table (see video soon). A cabinet saw would be nice but I just don't have the room for it. This DeWalt Jobsite saw actually works really well and the sled makes it feel like a cabinet saw. Thanks!

[@dwayneford1990]

Hi again. I've watched your video and James's video for this sled build about 50 times. That's no joke. I'm trying to get the process burned into my brain. I found both yours and James's video very helpful but yours is a little more straightforward and a little easier to grasp. I wanted ask you something. When you were screwing the inserts to the base, you said "Wow" but you didn't elaborate on why you said that. Can you fill me in on that? Thanks very much.

[@HomesteadEngineering]

I am so glad you found this useful. I don't recall why I said that, maybe I was just surprised that it actually fit... :) Thanks!

[@jasonhipper4860]

How deep is the sled, meaning how wide a piece can you put on it before the sled falls off the front. I have the same saw and I am looking at cutting 16" wide for end grain cutting boards. I don't know if this saw is big enough.

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Not sure but definitely less than 16". What about a compound miter saw? amzn.to/4au7Avi

[@funnyharleyman]

With such a small table area, do you ever feel it’s going to tilt when you reach the front or back? Wondering if I should use the T miter bar guides so it doesn’t tilt when reaching the ends? Thanks, great job! Garry

[@HomesteadEngineering]

I have not noticed that as a problem but now that you mention it I will pay closer attention to it. Thanks!

[@dwayneford1990]

You made this look so easy! Great job and very cool video - the way you explained everything was so helpful. I would like to know what size drill bit and tap you used to create that Kreg stop add-on feature. I have some taps but I don't know if they are big enough. Thanks in advance.

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Hello Dwayne, Sorry but I do not recall what size tap I used. When you get the part, you can just size it up from that. If I get a chance I will see if I can measure the size bolt I stuck in it. Thanks!

[@dwayneford1990]

That's okay. I will figure it out. Thank you so much for getting back to me. @@HomesteadEngineering

[@izenizen5532]

Thanks for the video 1. Which miter bars did you use? 2. How did you make the skil spacer with accuracy? Thanks. Roscoe

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Miter Bar: amzn.to/3ARdB63 T-Track: amzn.to/3Gwrt4u Hold Downs: amzn.to/3gsctdq skil spacer?

[@izenizen5532]

@@HomesteadEngineering thanks for the reply... you've got a subscriber!!!! At 1:30 you used the "skil spacer" to cross cut the plywood. How did you accurately cut the spacer [I assume it's MDF?

[@mhthomps]

I am looking for the same thing - the skil spacer info. Genius

[@stevedockery3534]

Really nice job. I'm planning to make one and I really like the one you made. Can you please tell me what & where you got your miter bars with the small adjustable screws at? Thanks, Steve

[@HomesteadEngineering]

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[@stevedockery3534]

Thank you

[@bucknboard]

Do you know the max width crosscut? I have the same Dewalt saw btw. Am about to build a new sled where I hopefully can increase a safe crosscut width

[@HomesteadEngineering]

I would say a bit over 12". Thanks!

[@j.brentmefford448]

Great sled! How do you like that table saw? I’m considering selling my ridgid contractor saw and getting this Dewalt to be more mobile and compact…. Thank you

[@HomesteadEngineering]

J, I love the Dewalt table saw. I had a cheap portable saw that was terrible before upgrading to this and it has really been worth the money so far. A cabinet saw like the SawStop would be even better if I had the space but I don't. I do like the ability to take it on location as well. Thanks! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp2nd62wbqh3rpo

[@j.brentmefford448]

Sounds great! Thanks for your reply. Love your channel!

[@michaelbooty2986]

Would this same sled work on a Dewalt 7485 saw? Also, where did you get the dado insert for your saw?

[@HomesteadEngineering]

I don't see why not. You may have to adjust a few dimensions. One note: The coating they put on these saws makes the slides stick a bit. I have to sand them down a little, then no problem. Thanks!

[@jerryanderson9502]

David do you remember how much the 1/2” birch plywood cost? I paid $58 each last week here in Northern California

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Jerry, That sounds about right for this Birch from the Depot. I bought some higher quality stuff from a lumber yard last month that was more like $65. The high quality 3/4 Birch was around $85.

[@woodworks2123]

I jave this saw but it doesnt accept dado blades

[@HomesteadEngineering]

It does if you change out the insert.

[@sttm1283]

i dont really get it. i've rarely seen an american use any other tool than an impact drill(same with foreign workers over here, they use impacts for everything, even screwing down plasterboards to steel studs, its insane cause you are just ripping the hole and the sheet wont be screwed properly). for this example i think it would be better to use the drill version rather than an impact. why is it that none uses that? for heavy duty framework i would also use the impact, but like fastening a piece of aluminium to a ply? no

[@laurylavoie9633]

If you have a drill and impact driver, it makes it convenient. you can pre-drill your holes with the drill, then drive the screw with the impact without having to switch between the drill bit and the driver bit. also, a lot of impact drivers today have adjustable torque so you don't over tighten your screw/bolts.

[@danewert2306]

Boy every tool you've used on this project all look like they have never been used before.... Did you just put your shop together ??

[@HomesteadEngineering]

Yes, About 1 year ago.: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYCQaKCwodiclaM

[@NBGTFO]

No offense, but that sled is ridiculously oversized for a jobsite saw.

[@HomesteadEngineering]

The saw only leaves the shop about twice/year and I don't take the sled. It works great here in the shop. I have lots of videos showing it in use.