DELTA 36-725T2 TABLESAW W/ ROUTER

In this video I take apart my bench top Kobalt router table and attach it to my Delta tablesaw. From start to finish this project only takes about 25-30 minutes.

[@mikegrant8031]

I was actually going to look for the original video I saw a couple years ago when I found this one. I believe this was more helpful.

[@charlespratt2040]

I have the same table saw and router table and was wondering how i could make this work,you just made my life easier, thanks for making this video

[@tinmanspartan7551]

I stumbled across this video and had to laugh. I did the same thing with my Kobalt router about 2 yrs ago. The Bosc variant is a much cleaner fit, but the $130 price point of the Kobalt made it a no brainer, especially when you consider the fact that the Kobalt system comes with the built in depth adjustment.

[@mtbikerdan]

I was thinking the same thing. I have the same router table but different saw. Thanks for showing your process of attaching it to the table saw.

[@murfthesurf1977]

I went to my shop to measure my old Bosch table top router table. It is the exact measurements of the Kobalt. Going to attach it tomorrow and video it. Thanks for the help.

[@WalterMelons]

I wish my Bosch table fit, I’d have to find out how to fill the gap.

[@00DUCK]

Awesome idea! I am looking at this saw and now knowing I can add my Kobalt router to it really makes the decision easy. Thanks for the great how to!

[@CowpokeCannoneer]

Holy crap I just bought both of these. I had no idea your could do this. I’m definitely going to now.

[@garyduncan5139]

Great instructional video. A side note if you don't have an extra Allen wrench or you don't want to cut yours down there are literally only three screws underneath the rail to take it off. That is the only difference between my install and yours I appreciate the video it made me go out and buy the router table.

[@labrat7357]

I am really impressed with the fact that you give credit to someone who did this before you. Too often people fail to acknowledge the source of material they build on. Well done.

[@gtkwatkins]

Well done. Good luck getting that next video out.

[@psae]

That’s Fantastic. I admire your ingenuity, Good luck with your channel. Looking forward to watch your future content.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Thank you

[@julianarmani3104]

InstaBlaster.

[@dalesmith112]

I did the exact same set up on mine, same saw....same router table. It works soooooo good.

[@MikeTheSith200]

Have had the router table in the box for 2 years. Just ordered the saw. so happy to see this is possible and others do it.

[@craignichols4634]

I haven’t seen any numbers on the exact router. I have looked but I would hate to purchase the one I think it is and be wrong.

[@user-yt4xu4en5f]

I made this, but I have the Bosch router table with the MDF top and sides. It’s not wide enough to drop in there so I had to add some angle iron on the inside of the fence rail and the fence guide rail on the Delta. Took a bit more time and some tweaking, but it works! It’s an awesome addition.

[@Prophocy408]

I have the same router table and I instantly started thinking how I could make this work for me lol

[@brentwiley3330]

Good video, just set mine up. Thanks! If you reverse the bolt direction the table will sit between the bolt heads instead of on the nuts.

[@jcmoss041]

Great video!

[@truckinwoodworx1436]

Just did mine! I love that it adds table surface to use also!

[@rexseven93]

I just did the same install on my Delta 36-725t2. I didn't like how it was only attached to the extension table. The end would lift and didn't feel solid. So I cut two 1x3's that span across the old bosses the legs attached to. I cut notches in them for the support bar. When you install it from the bottom and screw through the legs holes it locks the outside of the router down tight. It took about 10 minutes and is a lot more tightly secured this way. I may make a small video showing what I did, but it's pretty straight forward.

[@adammcbride6159]

I'd love to see a video of that

[@rexseven93]

@OUR OFP Video I made a very quick look at the finished product. Very simple. Two boards with a notch cut to fit the bar and screwed in from the top in the original leg holes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGm4kHyejsuFY5Y

[@02HDFXD]

@@rexseven93 Thanks for the video, I'll have to try that. The vibration I'm getting from mine not being mounted on that end drives me nuts.

[@jpmcn1976]

Just used this video to install mine. Million thanks

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Glad it was useful.

[@nolimitssjca]

Great first video out the chute! Kudo's for giving credit on the idea. Time for another video.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It’s currently in the works. A little overdue I’ll have to admit.

[@diyhowtoandreviews]

Thanks for the info, getting ready to do the same thing.

[@ciphercode2298]

Looks like a good affordable option. I've had my 36-725t2 for just over 2 years and love it. I've used an old craftsman router table that honestly hasn't been horrible, but the router is 30 years old and the bearings are getting noisy. I may look at doing this instead of keeping the craftsman table and getting another router. It would free up some workbenches space.

[@jimacker9074]

Just upgraded to this table saw. So thanks..

[@bernarddouthit4647]

I just bought the Delta 36-725T2 in part because of this video. Maybe you can list the saw and get some affiliate income ;). I’m still putting it together, but after that it will be the router table insert. You nailed the point about the Kobalt router, it hops a bit when lowering it, but otherwise it’s pretty good. I got a spiral bit from Rockler and have had good luck with making dado box joints.

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

I bought one Sunday, the Delta will be delivered on the 7th.

[@chrismoore4713]

Like what have done thanks.

[@greywolff9367]

awesome video thanks

[@kiyot78]

Just a heads…I finally got around to putting the router onto the table saw and didn’t go together as easy as it seemed for others. I found out that the one piece rail system puts that crossmember out about an extra inch compared to the stock 2 piece. I had to remove the furthest out bolt and slightly rotate it down to get it all level. Cranked down the single bolt holding it in place and it’s not going anywhere. I’ll likely go back through and put a bolt through the router and rail and will take place of the one I had to take out. Still wouldn’t trade the one piece because the setup was sooo much easier.

[@johnlamb4465]

Omg this is awesome

[@djhotjams7030]

i like that set up......I just got that same table saw....im gonna try to find that same router table

[@vmortiz7758]

I got my Kobalt router table a few months ago at Lowe's for $129.00. Normal price is $169.00. My Delta Saw 725t2 is arriving on Wednesday so I will be doing the same setup. Currently have the router table in a mobile workbench I made.

[@HaroldReece]

I am getting ready to purchase this table saw to replace an older broken one. I am intrigued by incorporating my router. I would like to use a router lift mechanism. I already own a large router table router. Thanks for sharing. I subscribed too.

[@rubioelectric3030]

I did the exact same thing but I made L brackets to use the bolt holes the router top has and bolt it to the cross brace you flipped upside down for added stability

[@tundrasr5709]

Great idea!

[@02HDFXD]

I'll have to try something like that with mine. I get vibration from the router table because it's just sitting on the nuts. Drives me nuts.....

[@Runslik3Wind]

Nice. there's actually a craftsman metal router table that's an exact fit but also squared on the ends so it looks better. forgot what the model was though.

[@dongeib1945]

So when I added the router table to my Delta table saw I placed bolts into the holes that leg bolts would go through and the bolted angle iron to them that goes under the cross bar and it doesn't move at all.

[@joek511]

I think God's talking to me. Just got the same saw, and I have the exact same router table. Was going to see if it would fit. Now I know

[@bernarddouthit4647]

This is awesome! I haven't bought the Delta saw yet, but have been close to pulling the trigger. I do have that exact same Kobalt router table and Kobalt router that I got from Lowe's. The router table has a spot to the side of the workbench, but is kind of in the way. I love this solution. One concern I would have would be that the weight of the router might cause the rails on the saw table to bend over time - but that's probably not a big deal and you can probably just put a cut 4x4 underneat the router just in case.

[@stephenpalazzi720]

Same here. Getting mine first of March and this will be one of the first things I do once I get it.

[@bernarddouthit4647]

@@stephenpalazzi720 Glad to hear it. I just picked up one today at Lowe's it is a beast - 220 lbs (I looked it up) and they had 2 guys lift it into my CR-V. One thing that the Lowe's guy offered me was $100 off + a new blade if I signed up for their Pro program and card which I did. I like Lowe's a lot better than Home Depot. I may make a video and/or take some pics of the assembly that I'll be doing tomorrow morning. There's another video that I thought was great where a 36-325 owner measured the decibel level of this saw versus another one - and with the right blade it's much quieter, about 10 decibels quieter. Delta sells the fence separately for $200 so even at $679 this is a great deal.

[@stephenpalazzi720]

@@bernarddouthit4647 yeah seen it a good blade lowered the dbs significantly. I’m gonna go ahead and order me a CMT blade if you don’t know about CMT check em out. TOP NOTCH

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

The router isn’t very heavy. I have zero cause for concern with it bending the steel the table saw guide is made from. It’s solid!

[@arthursweetman2180]

The rails are solid steel angle iron there not bending with that light router on there I just bought that same saw at Loews on Wednesday and built it yesterday what a beast and beautiful saw it’s super quite and no vibration like other saws I’ve used and seen,, I had a decent Craftsman portable table saw that wasn’t bad at all but nothing like this beauty!

[@cwhitmore88]

Great video. I've been thinking about getting a new router and table saw. (currently have 1/4" Dewalt; and Ridgid R4514 table saw with terrible fence) Would you recommend the router, router table and Delta table saw?

[@ibcwhite]

I didn't have to cut my wrench...The rail was easy to remove and reattach...just three bolts underneath and the half that is in your way just slides out of the other. No issues with lining up. (not my idea, saw a comment on another page)

[@1927Scavengers]

Nice job. Simple and effective. Only thing I would change/upgrade would be to adjust the router bit height from the top. Not sure if the kobalt table can do that.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It is an option for the kobalt table

[@oneaztexan6125]

Thanks for the video, be sure to wear those safety glasses when drilling metal over head. A tiny piece of aluminum can change your life. ;)

[@bee-u-tifuladventures4771]

Neat idea! I think that I just watched the other video that you are referring to, just before I watched yours. I have the same router. How much of a pain is that going to be to change router bits? I mean, with the hand locking pin now going to be at a hard to reach spot? Good luck with it and I am subscribed now. Thanks for taking the time to film, edit and share the cool idea. :-)

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It’s actually easier to change now than it was before. The base is solid now and originally the left leg kind of hindered you from reaching around there to get to the locking mechanism. Now it’s all out of the way and you can change it without taking the router out.

[@Gideon_Judges6]

I have been interested in this table saw but I don't have the Kobalt router table. I have a Porter Cable or Delta router (not table, just freehand), I can't actually remember the brand because it's been a little bit since I've used it lol. Now you've got me wondering if Delta makes a table insert that fits this saw that would be an even more "turn-key" solution.

[@AlejandroMorales-in9nx]

Funny comment. I subscribed

[@mitchstavely1]

Thanks for the video and to-the-point instructions. I have the same table saw and will be mounting the Kobalt router table on as well. How has this router performed? also, is it a pain to take the router fence off when you put larger boards on the table saw?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

The router has done everything I’ve needed it to handle so far. And no, the fence attaches and detaches super easy.

[@moonflash343]

Hey! Loved the video, I had a quick question, is your saw connected to a 15a circuit? Does it ever trip?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

No. I have it on a 20a circuit. I haven’t had any issues with it tripping so far.

[@awidesigns]

If you flip the rail the other way the tops little legs rest right on the rail at the correct height.

[@shinobitree5711]

Damn! I wish I had known this before I made a router wing.

[@paulslover58]

Hey! Great video! I’m a Hoosier as well! I’m looking to buy a router table to add to my delta as well. I have another router with a plunge base already. If you were to start again fresh would you pick a different router and table or still do with the kobalt?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Although the router was a gift I’d still probably go with the kobalt. I tend to not spend big money on tools until I know I’ll put them to use enough to get my money’s worth. The router itself works perfectly fine. But there are pros and cons with it as with everything else.

[@loudefreitas]

Ok - just happened to recently purchase the same Delta saw and just saw (no pun intended) this video. Having just completed my first project (rebuilt daughter’s kitchen drawer) I thought hmmmmm wondering if Delta sold an accessory for the open area like a router table. I may just add this router table to the Delta saw like you have done. Just wondering - I see you rest the router table on the flipped cross bar bolts and I think it would be better to have one bolt on each side for the long term to keep it tight and if someone (not me of course) were to pull up on the attached router table without side bolts it seems like a problem - thought? Also have you considered designing a removable dust collection box for the router table?

[@Overit5000]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@gilberta1245]

I'm going to have to look at my Metabo TS and see if this is possible possible

[@jennifersavino4543]

Great video! I just set up my tablesaw and installed the router table top. How did you get th handles off the router? They definitely are in the way.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

There are two hex bolts screwed through the sides of them. I believe the Allen wrench that came with the router worked to get them off.

[@michaelmccoy4989]

You didn't HAVE to cut the Allen wrench, you cut it because you assembled it out of order.

[@danrao3707]

Good concept for woodworkers with limited shop space. You don’t appear to have that issue.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

I feel like a have plenty of room to work with but I’m also trying to stay as compact as possible. It may be larger than normal but it’s still my garage I’m working in.

[@donkeedic6304]

Had no clue Anthony Michael Hall was into woodworking

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

I didn’t know him by name so I had to look it up. I gotta say, I just don’t see it.

[@skipsandvig8888]

I wonder if you could answer this question. I can’t seem to find it anywhere else so far. Can this 36-725t2 motor be rewired for 230v?

[@jerome60312]

Where you able to mount the router table?

[@DaCake2]

This is awesome! Great video. Question... can I use my dewalt router with the kobalt table or will I need to use a kobalt router? Thanks!

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

I’m not entirely sure about that. I did try to look it up but I didn’t really get a direct answer. You might have to do a little extra research on that.

[@DaCake2]

@@hoosiercarpenter6149 Well thank you for the reply anyway. Really appreciate it.

[@donniewright9649]

I am getting ready to purchase the Kobalt routing table and follow this mounting guide onto my Delta Table Saw. What bolt size did you use to mount the router table to the 3 holes on the back ledge of the table? How is the vibration at the front of the router table? Would it be beneficial to put an additional bolt on each side towards the front for stability?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

I’m not exactly sure the bolt size. It doesn’t need anything major because the table isn’t very heavy. I haven’t noticed any vibration at the front and you could always add additional bolts on the front but personally I don’t feel like they’re necessary because the cross bar is there and when I’m routing something I’m putting plenty of downward pressure. Maybe be the downward pressure helps to prevent vibration. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@anthonycaldi7056]

Dude that was genius! How’s it working for you?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It’s worked out quite well so far.

[@bernarddouthit4647]

One other question - well two, how do you like the Delta saw. Second, do you have the Kobalt router that comes with the table. I haven't used any other routers, but I haven't been blown away by the accuracy of this one and I've been considering upgrading to a Bosch. Thanks.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

I really like the saw. I let it stretch it’s legs a bit when I built a workbench because I had to rip off both sides of 16-2x4x8 to get rid of the rounded edge. I know it’s soft pine but it was a lot of ripping and it was effortless. And yes it’s the router from the table. For what I’ve done to date I’ve been pleased with the router. The micro adjustment is what I’m not crazy about. Going down it works fine but to raise it it seems to hop around instead of being a nice smooth motion. So I’m always raising it past where I need it then slowly lower it to my desired height.

[@CRUZROYHelicopters]

what is dimensions of the top...i have an older delta saw i want to see if it fits...thanks

[@RidgidRon]

I am going to do that and did you think about adding a speed controller for your router?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

No I haven’t but it’s not a bad idea. But, At the moment for what I’m doing it works just fine without one.

[@billirey9459]

I would be concerned with your attachment to the saw wing. It looked like two holes didn’t even go through with edge margin material left. I would think it would be better to drill new holes in the wing using a 90 degree drill motor adapter to ensure complete hole penetrate.

[@Cam-wi3tp]

could I find the assembled length and width of the table saw please?

[@MCSapp-om8qv]

Nice Setup. I have the same router table , but the 36-725. Will it work on that table saw ?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Yes it will. There are few differences between the two saws

[@daved4499]

I'm in the process of installing this router table on my 36-725 saw. The saw is about 3 years old, and the table/router combo is brand new. This video was a great help, but I found a few minor differences mounting on the 36-725 saw (not sure if the saw or the table is a little different from what's in the video). In any case, bringing the table rear surface up to be flush with the extension wings, the existing holes in the wings can't be used because the matching holes required in the aluminum table would be about halfway off the table's bottom edge. That means new holes are required in the saw's extension wings. Find 4 good places on the router table and drill those first, then mark and drill new holes in the saw wings. Also, on my saw, the spreader bar that was reversed is too about 1/4" too low to make the router table level (even when sitting on the bar's nuts). I'll need make a set of notched strips as mentioned above to raise the front of the table and secure it.

[@evanhorton6206]

Which router table is that?

[@rickpouley2857]

Small question.. What size router are you using on your table? Thanks! Love your video!

[@rickpouley2857]

Sorry, I just realized the router came with the table.. Thanks!

[@jimbrawley5818]

Can u adjust the router up and down thru the table with that setup? How is the fence with it?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Yes you can. The router table comes with a long Allen key that allows you to adjust it. The fence works but it takes a little extra time to fine tune it where you want it. The dust extraction port on it works exceptions well though.

[@randalloc]

So what is the exact model of this Kobalt table and will it work only with Kobalt Routers or it is universal?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

The model number is K11RTA-03 I’m not sure about it being universal or not.

[@davidholmes6013]

What's your total table width? I was thinking about chopping the ends of the rails off to make it more single car garage friendly and picking up a track saw for sheets.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

The total width of my table is still the same as it was before adding thing table. The front rail is the widest point at 62-1/2”

[@josefcalderonromero8452]

Hello brother, hope you doing good 😌 do you recommend that same table saw you have for a beginner woodworking? Is it worth every penny?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It’s hard for me to say what would work best for other people, beginner or not. I will say for the money it’s hard to beat this saw. Yea there are others out there with more power or a bigger rip capacity but you’re also paying for every little upgrade. I’ll say for the money it’s hard to beat this saw. You could get a dewalt job site saw for the same price but it’s not going to be near as stable as this.

[@shinobitree5711]

It's the most bang for your buck in that price range.

[@kukucthulhu7429]

I'm currently looking to upgrade my table saw, and this one seems to be the most highly recommended without going up to a full cabinet saw.

[@de_41]

I have been contemplating this project for a while but have seen some people say how the router table top is rough and can cause marks in certain woods. Have you had any issues with that?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

No issues with a rough table top. Mine seems to be plenty smooth. My complaint lies with the router lift mechanism. It wasn’t the best to begin with but it got me by but now it’s just completely shot. I have to unlock it press the button and manually raise it up while holding a depth gauge to make sure my height is right then lock it in place. It would be worth looking in to a different router table with roughly the same dimensions.

[@alexandermiller866]

What part of Indiana are you from? I'm just south of indy.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Southeastern. About an hour south of Indy

[@weltonlocklear7481]

Is the rout adjustable from the top side?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Yes there is a long Allen wrench that comes with it. The up adjustment kind of catches and isn’t great so I’ll just undo the clamp and raise it all the way and slowly lower it with the Allen wrench from the top.

[@mikesgarage5066]

Why not turn the table around so when you feed it through it goes to your current outfeed table?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It just fits better on the other side of the saw. There was plenty of room already there. If I would have done it the other way it would be sticking out past the edge of the table also. Doing it this way it’s still within the original frame of the tablesaw.

[@chdlentz]

whats the model number to order that serup

[@2ksolar]

I have that exact table saw. Do you have the model of the Kobalt router table? Thanks!

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

No I don’t have the exact model number. But I’m pretty certain it’s the only kobalt router table Lowe’s sells.

[@MikeTheSith200]

I own both the saw and router table but both are in the box. Im confused as Delta says the depth of the saw is about 27". Kobal router table manual says width of table is 23 1/2. I haven't had a chance to measure. Can anyone tell me who is wrong? lol

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

Does this saw have a NEMA5-20 plug on it? Mine is coming Tuesday and if so I have to hire an electrician as that plug has one horizontal spade.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

No it does not

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

No it does not

[@ccaden7539]

How did you remove the handles from the router to mount to the bottom of the router table? Thank you

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

There is a couple Allen wrenches that come with the router table. One of those fits the bolt on the handles. Not exactly sure what size it is.

[@ccaden7539]

@@hoosiercarpenter6149 Thank you for your quick answer regarding the handles. I love this setup, love the table saw, but cannot mount the router due to the handle running into the cross support bar. It didn't look like an allen wrench would remove the handles, I hope they didn't change their attachment to permanent.

[@ccaden7539]

OK, able to remove handles with allen wrenches. Thank you.

[@campb636]

How much did you pay for your delta 36-725 T2? If you don’t mind me asking.

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

$599 plus tax

[@murfthesurf1977]

What is the model number of the Router Table?

[@wandataylor1042]

What is the benefit of adding the router table to the table saw rather than putting the Kobalt router table on a stand-alone mobile base?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

For me it was convenience and space. The tablesaw is already taking up that space with or without the router. And also convenient because I hadn’t yet built a mobile router base to mount it on and once I would have done that it would have been one more thing taking up even more space. I was always tucking the tabletop router under the miter saw bench. Now it’s always ready.

[@matthewspooner6708]

Can you share the model number on the router table

[@ronkerouac309]

Great video. Can I ask model number for router table and router you usr6

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

Yes it’s the kobalt router table with router at Lowe’s. Not sure the exact model number but I believe it’s the only kobalt one they have

[@jasonsahadeo5740]

Can you make a review on this table saw? There's none on KZbin.

[@ShaddParker]

Its a great saw. Only thing that sucks about it is the dust collection

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

If you look up 36-725t2 there are a few videos I’ve found that go pretty in depth in explaining the saws pros a cons.

[@Jeremy_810]

They're pretty much vaporware/out of stock everywhere now. I've got the original 36-725, going on 5 years, and it has been fantastic. It was a huge upgrade from the portable, loud, small table contractor saw. For me, it's either the $600 Delta or the $2800 Sawstop. I don't see a good enough reason to get anything in between.

[@jimwiskus8862]

You need to mention the dimensions of your router table top, length and width so people can figure if it will work on their saws. Great video otherwise.

[@raymondchaco]

Have you figured out how to adjust the height of the router blades without taking the router off the table? How bout a speed switch? I'm a beginner as you can tell.

[@scraplifelivingthedream4331]

It already has a adjustment on this router table. U can adjust it by the key bore that comes with it. From the top

[@rocketman7774]

Great Video Question - why not flip the router table around p so large stock can be supported and slide across the table saw portion instead of hanging off the side? Is there something preventing this?

[@hoosiercarpenter6149]

It’s just the way it fits in there. Also I have an outfeed table on the back side of my tablesaw that I also utilize when using the router.

[@skippylippy547]