Delta Table Saw with Router Table

Unboxing and assembly of the Delta 36-725 T2 table saw from Lowes. Also incorporated the Kobalt router table. I will show you how I did it.
UPDATE: I ended up bolting the table down on the other end using spacers. The thing is solid now. Also, taking off the ruler is much easier than cutting down an allen wrench. If you plan on installing a table, just mount that arm in the down position.
UPDATE 2: After using the Kobalt table for almost 2 years I can not recommend it. If you have the means, upgrade. Here is what I did: • JessEm Router Lift Ins...
Delta 36-725 at Lowe's bit.ly/3r7POax
Kobalt Router and Table bit.ly/34rjOEG

[@MicheluceRizzuto]

I was in the middle of making some kitchen cabinets and my Delta 36-600 motor died on me the other day. I was sick. I bought a new 36-725T2 last night and I’m going to put it together today to finish up my project this week. Last year I bought a Kobalt router like your’s. I will definitely be attaching it to my new table saw. Watching you put your saw together with the router table is going to save me some time by installing it before I put the whole thing together. I think I’ll make a dust collection box for it too, prior to first firing it up. Thanks for the video. Now I need to figure out how to recycle my old table saw into something useful other than a boat anchor. I got my money worth out of it, but hate to see it go.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Glad I could help. I have had the combo for a year now and I am very happy with the saw (except dust collection). Router table works but I am looking to upgrade with a good router lift. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@MikeTheSith200]

Just ordered the delta. Have the Kobalt router table. You have made my day sir. never would have thought of mounting router table into saw. Suscribed.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Another project you will want to do is the extension table. Increased safety and no need to pull an outfeed table over. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@MikeTheSith200]

@@AlaskaWorkshop ooh will look into it. Thanks!

[@JohnWaclawski]

Thanks for the video. I have the same set up. FYI. There are only 4 bolts holding that ruler on the one end (they are underneath). Took me literally about 3 minutes to take them off and not requiring me to cut my allen wrench. Just letting other viewers know this before cutting up an allen wrench. :)

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Yes, better way for sure. I also bolted the sides of the table to the angle iron using spacers.

[@exploringplaceshistoryantiques]

I found your channel by a YT suggestion on this table saw! I am glad I did. I don’t own the saw (maybe one day). I think it is cool you just started the retirement woodworking journey on KZbin! Your channel will grow quickly with your humor and honesty. I am sharing with friends in Florida!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks Tim, I really like video and video editing so I am enjoying this venture....it takes a lot longer to get projects done though!

[@MattSartoriIndy]

What an unbelievably helpful video. I'll be going out tomorrow to get that Kobalt and attach it to my saw. Wish I would have seen this video before I put my saw together, it would have helped me a bunch.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Fantastic, glad it helped. Be sure to bolt the table down in the other two corners as stated in the update. I used a spacer and a very thin rubber washer on each side.

[@terrmaso]

I hadn't thought to use a manufactured router table, very nice👍 I've had the same table for about 6 months now and absolutely love it for the price point. Used the alignment tool they supplied and had no issues with leveling. I was much like you and spent the bulk of time leveling the table tops and rails to ensure proper function. I wish the extensions were made from something else as they tend to not be flat in the center, makes it difficult to use as extra work space as they are not level. Only had to make a few minor adjustments using my calipers to align the fence with miter slot. Thanks for the video and idea.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Terry, thanks for the comment. I love the saw too and my son recently bought one. I got the idea from a Facebook group dedicated to the 36-725. Lots of good info in that group.

[@terrmaso]

@@AlaskaWorkshop since you have had the setup in place for the last 6 months, what issues have you encountered?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@terrmaso I have had very few issues with the saw except for dust collection. If I were to do it over I would have spent more on a good router lift and built a table. The Kobalt router lift is not smooth and accurate.

[@terrmaso]

@@AlaskaWorkshop you helped me solve my buy something that will fit or make it myself dilemma. I will run with the DIY route, thanks.

[@djf33584]

This is GREAT! I purchased this saw a couple months ago, and a different router, but now I want to get the Kobalt table so I can use this set-up. THANKS!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Fantastic, I have seen other routers built into this saw too. Maybe make your own?

[@zstewart123]

I just bought this saw yesterday. Cant wait until Friday to put it together! Great video brother.

[@MikeCriss]

Thanks Zak, it is quite an upgrade from my old Craftsman saw.

[@thomasroach4791]

Thank you for this video! I got the router and table for Christmas and I purchased the saw after New Year's. Now I don't have to make room somewhere for the router table 😁.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I have been using the router a lot. Love it but I really need to upgrade the fence.

[@thomasroach4791]

I haven't used the fence much...but it is somewhat quirky to get adjusted. Time will tell.

[@briansadler5460]

Man thus video was just in time. I just bought a used ts3650 ridgid table saw for $80 and found one of these router kits for $90 on a local yardsale sight. Bought them both with the thought of marrying the two together, but wasnt sure how it would workout. Different saw, but I think after watching your video. Its gonna work just fine. It would be cool if you did a follow up video with you actuall using the router table with the fence on etc... Im just starting to try and put my own little shop together in a 12x20 shed at my home. All the help I can get is greatly appreciated. Thanks again fir for the videos.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Brian, I do use it in my workbench video with the saw fence. Not in love with the router fence. I use the router table on all my projects now.

[@briansadler5460]

Good to know. Ill have to check that video out as well. I plan on going through and watching the ones I've missed anyway. Thanks for getting back to me so soon.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

You can watch me make mistakes so you can avoid them..lol

[@dannym9023]

Just bought this saw a few weeks back and already had the kobalt router table. Genius!!! Just converted mine tonight. Thanks for the idea, great video!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks Danny, One thing I did do was buy trim router...perfect combo.

[@blughsr]

I have been looking at this saw for a while.. with the router its a definite buy for the future. thank you for the insite.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Glad I could help Andre

[@terrmaso]

Would definitely recommend the saw. I graduated from a worksite saw to this and cannot adequately describe the difference.

[@kiyot78]

Just a heads up I had went through doing this. 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 side like you did 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.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks for the information

[@eddaeges9309]

Just a small suggestion. Use lock tight on all of your nuts and bolts. Obviously, a table saw will have vibration, the locktight will help keeping the nuts and bolts from shaking loose.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks for the suggestion. Great advice!

[@Avidarcher88]

Great saw . Thanks for video, almost spent twice as much on cast saw stop router extension 😳

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks, I may upgrade in the future. Not liking the fence system the Kobalt has.

[@Avidarcher88]

Would upgrade fence or whole set up?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@Avidarcher88 I am going to build my own fence and attach it to the Delta fence and see if that tides me over.

[@Avidarcher88]

That's exactly what I was thinking. Layering plywood over delta fence

[@loydalexander154]

Yes sir you are right no mistakes I'm getting ready to purchase that saw myself. And thanks for your video

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

It has been a great purchase for me. Enjoy

[@dajur1]

Nice video. It is much easier if you clamp your straight edge to the angle iron.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Good point, thanks for the comment!

[@adrinkinglife]

Really appreciate this video. It was a big help when I was assembling my saw.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Glad it helped. Be sure to check out the Facebook group dedicated to this saw. Lots of great ideas. facebook.com/groups/321885395183258/

[@jimwiskus8862]

Very nice! Is the length of the cast iron top front to back 27”? I can only assume the Kobalt table is 27” too? Thank you sir!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Jim, I will measure the cast iron when I get home from the lower 48. I won’t be able to help with the kobalt table though, I have updated since this video.

[@nwembly]

TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR OTHERS: I’ve had mine now for about 2 months… I’ve also been doing woodworking for many years. Things I’ve learned over the time… Unless your garage floor is perfectly level (which most aren’t, and tend to have up to a 1 1/2” slope difference - front to back, etc), I wouldn’t rely on the level ‘bubbles’ to setup your rails/wings. Having your wings level to the floor is irrelevant. What counts is the wings and rails being in alignment with the cast iron table top. Then, having the saw level as a ‘whole’. Afte that, calibrate your saw blade + riving knife. Next, calibrate your fence. However, the level can be useful to help ensure uniform “flushness” across the table top and wings (left to right, front to back). It’s also easier installing the “wings” FIRST, then the rails; much easier and better to get everything aligned. This may vary person to person, but a lot of people have suggested and recommend it. As doing it the supposed correct way (in the manual) is a pain in ass (especially by yourself) to correctly calibrate and align them. Additionally, the thin metal scrap they call an alignment tool sucks. They should have made it thicker so it doesn’t tip over, or slide around. You can make your own “jig” by tracing (and cutting out ) the metal onto either HDPE, thicker metal, or glue 2 pieces of 1/2” - 3/4” wood to both side of the metal tool, just ensure they’re flush. Lastly, ensure your table saw is getting adequate power, AND you’re using at least a 12 AWG+ extension cord (if you need one) or it will suffer performance issues if to many things are in the same circuit. Get yourself a power meter such as this one for $20. It will show you live how many watts is being used, cost per kWh, alarm if your getting to close to max load, etc. using. www.amazon.com/dp/B07P8M7N9F/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_M640C7DS0P2WD4W3ZZB2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Get yourself a digital angle finder. Such as this one: Klein Tools www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Tools-Digital-Angle-Gauge-and-Level-935DAG/311131769 I use it ALL THE TIME. You can use it for calibration your saw blades on the table saw and miter saw, etc. It allows you to set a “baseline zero level” (even if your floor isn’t). So you use the table top as your zero, and any slighted tilt from 0 - 180 degree it will read out in the display, even tells you to go back/forward or up/down. Also by yourself this extremely precise precision/alignment tool call “A-LINE-IT” which has many functions, one being perfectly aligning your saw blade to the fence: A-Line It Basic Kit with Dial Indicator For Aligning and Calibrating - www.amazon.com/dp/B001B0TNCO/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_SCBVNYMP6RNAQHVCK1F6

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks for the tips

[@TunaSoda]

I just used my digital angle finder to "level" my kobalt router top to my delta wing.

[@williampoe8658]

I bought the same saw last week, hope to put it toghter tomorrow. Thanks for the vidieo it will save me a lot of time. I hope you don't mind me asking. How do you like the saw after a year of use?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

WIlliam, I have only had it for about 3 months. Still love it, use it almost everyday. I am sure you will be happy.

[@williampoe8658]

@@AlaskaWorkshop Sorry I got mixed about the time of owner ship miss read I suppose. Glad to here that you love the saw. Thanks again .

[@Matt_224]

Great idea. My questions is, how did you manage to find a store that has the saw in stock? I've been checking the Lowe's stores with in 50 miles of me and they can't give me a time frame to getting them in stock, and tell me I can't order it.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I heard there was a supply issue, but I saw one in my Lowes yesterday.

[@r.leepanderjr.6308]

Great video! I had the same router table on my saw and could not get the thing flush with the table top. You really made this look easy. Did you center your router table and put spacers on both sides or just move the table to one side?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I centered it and found some nylon spacers that fit on each side. I had to add one thin washer to make a nice tight fit. I struggled more with getting the table saw extensions flush than I did with the router table.

[@JohnWaclawski]

So working on putting my kobalt on my delta saw now. Did you run into an issue with one of the router handles getting in the way of the cross bar from the saw? It's really no big deal, I just removed the router handle and it fit, but wasn't sure if you ran into that issue too and how you fixed it.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I didn't even try with the handles. I will be getting a second router for trim work so I don't think this one will leave the table.

[@JohnWaclawski]

@@AlaskaWorkshop That explains it then. Thanks for the reply! I think I will go your route as well and get a 2nd router as well. Thanks again for the video. Got my router table all installed and set up today.

[@larrybroom3425]

I just used 1 screw on the sides of the cross bar and moved it to the right side of the saw and left the handles on. I made sure the adjustment hole lined up for raising and lowering the router and it works great. I put 3 screws in the left side of table and 1 on each end. Works Great.

[@Cam-wi3tp]

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

[@Houston123ABC]

I can't believe it happens to fit level with the saw!!!!!!!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I found out by reading the reviews on the router table. I was going to buy it anyway but what a bonus.

[@heut4384]

It would be nice for you to remove the router on the top so I can see it.

[@collindavis2656]

I’m about to do this but will my dewalt router work with the Kobalt table???

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Not sure Collin. I have 2 routers and neither is a DeWalt or I would try it for you.

[@collindavis2656]

Tried my mikata and dewalt. Not sure what I’m doing wrong.

[@seal-teeth]

Where are you all finding this saw? I can’t locate one, Lowe’s is out stock within 100 miles of me.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I got mine at our local Lowes. Not sure if they are still stocking or not. Can you get one shipped to the store?

[@seal-teeth]

@@AlaskaWorkshop Thanks for the reply. All the Lowe’s around me say shipping unavailable. Looks like a lot of things are in short supply these days.

[@doctechno2241]

It’s worthwhile to drop by a Lowe’s or two and check in person. My local Lowe’s showed as out of stock and yet there it was waiting for me. Got mine yesterday.

[@seal-teeth]

@@doctechno2241 thanks for the tip. I looked in one Lowe’s, but never thought of physically going in the other surrounding stores. I will stop in next time I am by one.

[@michaelbartlett1589]

I see this saw in stock every year around November and December then it’s gone. I looked for one today and had the same issue. Luckily there was one near my dad so he will drop it off to me next time he comes to visit.

[@coreyhammonds2859]

I have the same saw and router. I've thought about doing the same thing.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I like the setup, but looking to upgrade the router fence.

[@buddtwin2]

Man the only bad thing about this saw is it is a b***h to assemble and get within my accepted tolerance. (The blade, and fence are easy, it’s making the table top and wings all flare with each orher

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I certainly agree with that. Lots of patience required.

[@su-mu]

13:57

[@iteach0121]

Contrary to the tool reviews the Delta 35-725T2 is junk. The motor is garbage and the capacitors don't work. Out if the box if didn't work so I had to take it to a service center to be repaired. Would not recommended purchasing the saw unless you plan on having it in the shop for repairs. Out of the box it didn't work.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

It does seem to be hit or miss on this saw. There is a Facebook group dedicated to this saw for more info. My experience, I have had the saw for almost a year and have had no problems. Hope you got yours running.

[@mitchstavely1]

I've had this saw for several years without any issues what's so ever. @@AlaskaWorkshop

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@mitchstavely1 Thanks for replying, This saw has been the workhorse in my shop for over 3 years, and still no problems.

[@JoeTheImpaler]

YMMV I guess. I’ve had mine for 4 years and I love it

[@Duckmanloren]

How is the saw and router table holding up today? Thinking about getting this saw as well

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Saw is holding up well after a year and a half. Worth it for sure. I have been looking to upgrade the router table though. I would definitely do something different.

[@johnnycarpinteriahernandez1985]

Disculpa que precio tiene esa sierra en USA? Muchas gracias Le mando saludos desde Guanajuato México!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

When I bought the saw it was $600. It is now $650.

[@johnnycarpinteriahernandez1985]

@@AlaskaWorkshop ok muchas gracias...

[@larrybroom3425]

Thanks for the great video. I purchased my Delta 36-725 T2 Saturday and had it put together with the Kobalt Router Table in 2 days. It works great and looks very professional. I have a one-car garage work shop so this works great. I can't wait to start some projects with this beast. I had already bought the Router back in the summer and had it mounted to a cabinet but this works so much better. Oh, by the way, it is much easier to install the router before you fully assemble the table. I installed mine before I put the bars for the fence on and it was much easier. Great video and thanks again.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

That's great Larry, thanks for the kind words. I am loving mine...except for the fence, I am looking at upgrading it.

[@MikeTheSith200]

Good to know. Picking up my saw today.

[@rickasisco]

I just returned from Lowes with this table saw and was wonder what kind of hassle it was going to be to mount my Kobalt router. Perfect video. Thanks. Liked and subbed

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Fantastic, be sure to bolt it down in all 4 corners....I used spacers between the angle iron and router table. Love mine, used it on a project this week.

[@emostorm7]

Nice bro

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks

[@JackWinn]

Great video. So excited that the kobalt router table fits. Going to be installing that this weekend. Thank you

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Fantastic Jack, I did end up bolting the end of the table to the angle iron and used spacers.

[@aaroncasteel4179]

What hardware did u use to mount through the holes u drilled?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

1/4 20 bolts and nuts from my hardware drawer.

[@aaroncasteel4179]

@@AlaskaWorkshop how long? I'll have to buy some, but great vid gonna tackle it today.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@aaroncasteel4179 I do not remember. I would go measure for you, but I put a new router table in last month.

[@aaroncasteel4179]

@@AlaskaWorkshop oh ok u know roughly like 1.5" I'm guessing

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@aaroncasteel4179 Probably, might work with 1" as well.

[@Kennykoo65]

Nice job...

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thank you

[@Maxime_L91]

Neat idea for my limited space!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Yes, and I put a 3 drawer cabinet under the saw.

[@77nikkel90]

Picking mine up tonight.. will eventually add the router , just not sure how I want to go.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

I like the router and table, not in love with the fence.

[@radutenenbaum977]

@@AlaskaWorkshop What don't you like about the fence. Based on other reviews, it's supposed to be one of the saw's selling features.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@radutenenbaum977 I should clarify. The saw fence is great, it is what sold me on it. The router fence is not.

[@radutenenbaum977]

@@AlaskaWorkshop Oh. I was under the assumption that the whole idea was to use the saw fence as the router fence. I'm new at this, but wouldn't that work?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@radutenenbaum977 For simple cuts it would work. A router fence is split in two where you can line it up to the center of the bit. I am thinking of modifying the saw fence to use with the router side.

[@su-mu]

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[@papergatorzfedducca7998]

New subscriber!!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks for subbing!

[@00DUCK]

Great idea!

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks!

[@ibcwhite]

Great video! Just got my Kobalt router table yesterday so I will be installing soon. Did you use special nuts/bolts to attach to table saw?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Thanks. I just grabbed what I had in the bottom of my tool box. For the sides, pick up some small plastic spacers....1/2in or so. Or just use washers.

[@tomsommer54]

Fantastic video wish I would’ve watched it before I put mine together thank you

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

Glad it helped

[@rexseven93]

I just put mine together and mounted the same router table. I found the crossbar supporting the router table held it a touch too high. It hit the router table on the angled area on the outer edge so I used a washer to space it away from the steel extension table and it moved it far enough down the angle to get it about right on the height. Did you have to do something similar? It didn't look like it to me. EDIT: It looks like you put the bar in opposite the way I did. When I put it the way you did, the table was too low on the out edge. Did you shim it up?

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

As you found out, turning the support arm does the trick. I did not have to shim up the table. I did use shims(washers) on the sides.

[@rexseven93]

@@AlaskaWorkshop I might make some hardwood or plywood blocks that straddle the bar underneath and screw into them through the mounting holes on the top of the router table that used to go into the legs. I don't like how it sits, but it works for now.

[@rexseven93]

@@AlaskaWorkshop I just put two boards under the router table. They are 1X3's that span the holes the legs used to attach to and have a notch that goes around the table saw's support bar under the router. The notch is cut so when you screw the router down through the old leg holes it snugs the router up against the bar. Much more secure and solid.

[@AlaskaWorkshop]

@@rexseven93 Sounds nice, glad you got it set up.

[@ibcwhite]

@@rexseven93 can you post some images for reference? Your idea sounds good.