Dewalt Miter DWS779 Light Upgrade

[@lancomedic]

I made the mistake of using their video for the actual install. Yours was much clearer with close-ups. Theirs was filmed from 200 feet up and you could not make out any detail especially running the Black wire next to the guard and making that neutral connection. I may go back and add tape to mine since I didn't like the way the connectors stuck out of the vinyl covering.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Thanks so much for the feedback!! I really want to show as much detail as closely as possible, so I’m glad it helped you out!

[@andrewsturgess7072]

Nice video, thank you. I have this light on my other chop saw and you will never go back once you use it. You can even see the individual teeth on the shadow for even more fine cutting. My terminals on the wiring harness were tough too. I stuck a straight bladed screwdriver in to twist the female end open just a little and voila, easy peasy.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Hey! Thanks for the comment, glad to hear you had good luck w/ it as well! Yes the detail w/ the light is great, just wish it had already been on the saw already!! Thanks for watching!

[@joelgriffith7652]

Thank you so much for the video. Upgrade went smooth!

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Sweet! It’s a good upgrade and glad your install went well! Thanks for checking out the video! 🙏🏻

[@jasonbabila6006]

I did my upgrade three years ago and it's been awesome ever since, I've recommended this upgrade to those with the DWS779 saw, I think the upgrade kit is the only thing that distinct the difference between the 779 and 780.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I believe that’s the only difference as well. Can’t believe I didn’t do this sooner!! Did you get yours from the same place?? Thanks for checking out the video! 🙏🏻

[@jasonbabila6006]

I did and I could have used the existing lower part of the handle but I did the same as you, I used everything that was included, I think the kit is around $64

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Would have been a ton quicker to use the old lower, weren’t really instructions to say so but it’s all good.

[@jasonbabila6006]

Yes it would have been quicker to use the existing lower but since the kit included everything, I decided to install the new upper and lower pieces.

[@jjadaddy]

@@TheToughGuysTV It's a neat add on, but Dewalt isn't stupid. You really think they're selling a carbon copy of the 780 minus the drop light in the 779? The 779 internally is not the exact same saw as the 780. If that were the case, why would anyone buy the 780 for more than 200 dollars more than what they can pay for the 779?

[@bradwoods1087]

Just got the 779 definitely getting this upgrade !

[@TheToughGuysTV]

You gotta! It’s perfect!

[@germansmith3291]

Awesome video. I just ordered my light kit

[@arc.handyman1905]

Great mod. I think now I might actually go for the 779. I do wish the light was triggered by the saw trigger rather than having a dedicated switch, but it's one minor extra step.

[@johnrobles1572]

Thank You for the video...This is a must to have.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Yes I agree! Thank you for watching!

[@RevJimmy69]

This answered some questions for me. Thank you for your video!

[@RevJimmy69]

...and I subscribed! Good luck with your KZbin channel.

[@Fresh-tw7ev]

Just got mine today! Cant wait to light it up.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Nice!! If you get it all set up, circle back and share the experience! Hope the video helps / helped you out. 💪🏻

[@Fresh-tw7ev]

@@TheToughGuysTV got it installed and yes the video definitely helped. Works great and the savings is worth doing the DYI. Thanks for the great tips. I have unfortunately been dealing with kickback problems with this saw. I had a fixed-position DeWalt chop saw for 15 years and never ever once dealt with kickback. I am doing something wrong and I think it might be I’m not lowering the blade to it’s full-down position after I pull it back and start pushing into the wood for my cuts. If anyone has any tips on why am am experiencing it with this saw in particular I’d appreciate it! And what I can do to prevent kickback...I’d appreciate it! I have an Irwin 60-tooth that I swapped out for the factory DeWalt 32

[@MakingMadeSimple]

Love how in-depth you went on this install! Thanks!!! Although I am kinda shocked that a saw at this price-point doesn't already have that light built in, haha

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Yeah I feel the same way about features missing from expensive tools - but at least sometimes there are options! Thank you for watching and for the feedback! 🙏🏻

[@MakingMadeSimple]

@@TheToughGuysTV sure thing! I'm new to your content, but I subscribed and I'll definitely be watching more stuff here soon! 😎

[@Kookaburra4509]

Great video. Thanks for sharing

[@marvinsomerton3144]

Thanks' for the video, I just got my upgrade kit and the little piece of paper that has the link to the website for the install video goes nowhere. I Googled it and found your video; works like a charm. FYI: you don't need to replace the bottom yellow piece of the handle, the old one is an exact match. Unfortunately you can't buy just the top part of the handle. Thanks again.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Figured I may not need to do that bottom part but thought best to show it - thanks for confirming on that! Glad you enjoyed the video and cool to hear it came up on Google! 🙏🏻

[@justinbyers1441]

Sweet upgrade man, that definitely makes a huge difference 💡

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Man it really does! I can’t believe I waited so long to buy this.. crazy!!! Thanks as always for checking out the videos buddy! 💪🏻

[@oscarcoydog]

Great video!!! Appreciate the detail you did on the product. Great job!!!!

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Thanks so much! It’s a fantastic upgrade for the 779 saw

[@nole8923]

Great video. You rock dude.👍

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Thanks for that!! I def try to make decent videos, and share my process, glad it helped out! 🙏

[@arc1welds]

Cool vid...i just got this saw..so thnk you for the info!

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Glad you enjoyed the video and I highly recommend the light kit add on!

[@michaeldriskell6431]

Great job with the video. It definitely helps!

[@michaelmijatovich8983]

Just installed mine I love it

[@TheToughGuysTV]

It’s a solid upgrade! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@mikeandrews5834]

How much did the light cost?

[@Barnolde77]

Great video, I think you have me sold on what miter saw to purchase.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

The 779 Is a solid choice!! Check out what Evolution is doing as well, I've got a couple videos up on the channel for them.

[@k2cjbradio]

I installed one. Very easy and a great mod!

[@TheToughGuysTV]

It really is great and much cheaper than upgrading to the 780 model! Thanks for watching!

[@sk22ng]

I just bought the 779 but only because the 780's were not in stock at the big box stores around my area. My 12-year-old slider seized the motor bearing on the belt side mid cut and I had to get an immediate replacement in order to resume work. I have been cutting on the 799 for a couple of days now and don't in any regret this purchase, especially considering the relative low cost I paid of $399+tax. For the most part It has the same specifications as the 800. After watching this video I'll be satisfied adding this light kit and calling it a day feeling like I got something close to the 800 and for around 50 bucks less once the smoke clears. Besides the 800 having a cast aluminum knob for the bevel setting lock rather than 799's plastic one, what are the other differences between the two? DeWalt may be able to justify the extra cost after all.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I'm not aware of any other differences. Seems to me the 779 plus the light kit upgrade is a big way to save money! I hope you enjoy the saw!

[@jonmorhous4460]

Just installed the light and everything went smoothly. Yes, the piggyback wire connection was a pain in the neck, but it came out alright and amazingly enough, every screw that I took out went back where it belonged, so no duct tape or wire ties were used...

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Thanks for checking out the video!! Glad your install went well and hopefully the video helped out!

[@kaiserbailey]

I just broke mine trying to get it to go all the way on. Ordered a new wiring harness 🤦‍♂️

[@johnnydeutschemark3620]

Oh man, another thing I absolutely need ! Alas, I have the DWS 709 and the kit is not compatible.

[@drivn4895]

Beautiful.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Thanks! It works nicely!

[@guidoitaliano7722]

Any idea on where to find this attachment, clicked on your link but it gave me an “OOPS” link?

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Try this link - www.mmtoolparts.com/miter-saw-upgrade-kit-dewalt - Or google search for MMToolparts Dewalt 779 Light Upgrade to find any alternative links. Thanks for watching!

[@mescott28]

Might want to check the other screws on the power switch while you’re there. The other 3 connections on mine were not tight. I got 2+ full turns on each, getting them good and snug (no, not vein-popping tight). The red wire I got almost 4 full turns. I’ve only had the saw ~ 2 months, so seems strange that the connections wouldn’t be tight.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Good notes for sure!! I suppose the screws could loosen from vibration but hopefully Dewalt knows how to use locktite 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@ruvimtrofimovich]

Nice, did you ever determine if you need to purchase the actual handle with the upgrade kit, or can the stock handle be used?

[@rapidstorm2000]

My question exactly? Since he did say they are exactly alike

[@TheToughGuysTV]

You can use the stock handle, no need to swap it. I reached out to the maker after the video and they confirmed it.

[@ruvimtrofimovich]

@@TheToughGuysTV Just got the kit minus the handle.. looks like you cant use the stock handle on the 799 since theres no cutout to mount the light switch ... sucks, looks like I'll have to order the handle separate...

[@ruvimtrofimovich]

@@TheToughGuysTV the bottom piece is the same, top piece is cut out to fit the light switch

[@carlkcrawford]

The bottom is the same, top different to allow switch connection

[@Mike-ff7ib]

The laser for me is to bright and the glare makes seeing the marked line difficult when used on other tools I used in the past.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I agree! And lasers can get off center really quick on miter saws in my experience, I prefer the shadow lines!

[@michaelgraham5242]

Dewalt missed the opportunity to make these as upgrades. That would be cool if dewalt would release little part upgrades to stationary tools. Just so you don't have to upgrade the entire tool. I understand that is not how business works, but it would still be neat. Lol

[@nole8923]

It wasn’t a mistake. It was meant to make you buy the more expensive 80 model and force you to do without if you didn’t. They obviously make more profit on the more expensive model 80 because the light guide part of the saw is much cheaper for Dewalt than the price we pay for the light guide modification. They knew exactly what they were doing by not having an extra add on light option. As a matter of fact I would order it ASAP from mtoolparts as soon as possible because Dewalt may try to pull some legal chit on them about selling the add on.

[@nole8923]

Judging by some of the comments it appears that as far as the handle goes you should use the new upper and keep the old lower part of the handle. Can anyone else confirm this?

[@joelgriffith7652]

That’s what I did. It worked great.

[@andrewnicholson890]

What’s the name of the system u used on Amazon

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I don’t think they sell it on Amazon, but should be a link in the video description

[@carterscustomrods]

Will it work on the 💩 💩 type 22 model?

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I think these light kits are specific to the model. This one was for the 779 but check out their site to see what they have. Good luck!

[@carterscustomrods]

@@TheToughGuysTV I meant the type, not the model. I have the DWS779 model, but it's a type 22, and they only list type 20, and have yet to reply to my inquiries over the past year. So I was hoping someone might tell me the type 22 version can be adapted to the MMtools light kit. 😀

[@AndyRatike]

@@carterscustomrods I just did the upgrade on my type 22 without issue.

[@carterscustomrods]

@@AndyRatike awesome!!! I'm on it.

[@AthloneSKD]

Any idea if this can be retro-fitted to the DWS773 model?

[@TheToughGuysTV]

As far as I know it’s specific to the 779

[@karlsangree4679]

Tried purchasing one through your link but it's broken (404)

[@TheToughGuysTV]

Damn! Sorry about that - try this link www.mmtoolparts.com/miter-saw-upgrade-kit-dewalt

[@AmitroniX]

Steep price for added upgrade. It should be $39.99.

[@shirleybargeman4484]

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[@rolandos64]

Who makes cuts at night, hence the need of a useless light! If you can’t see your cut, you should refrain from using power tools.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I really hope this is satire. ✌️

[@johnrobles1572]

I'm not a fan of this pot-metal that mostly makes up the saw parts.

[@TheToughGuysTV]

I think it has a good “feel” to it, might just be me of course. Thanks again for watching