How to make a DIY Router sled / Flattening Jig / Router Jig

[@WalkersWoodworks]

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[@reginamalone7717]

I can't find the plans for this on your website - do you have a link?

[@mikeyravs3435]

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[@kluno1966]

Man I love how you simplify your videos and don’t make us sit through a 20+ minute instructional! Making this jig tomorrow! Your juice groove jig worked perfectly! Thank you!

[@youresowitty8973]

That's what I'm talking about. Simple and straight forward, Great job man not making the process complicated. Great camera work and clearly explained.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks so much!

[@philgellner7766]

I know this video is a few years old now but I just discovered it and built my sled today. Tomorrow will be the test run. Thank you for sharing.

[@jayashkumar5941]

I just finished building the handrail on my deck kzbin.infoUgkxfQ5_mgwq6PcudJvAH25t-I4D-3cTPz4z and used this great little router to clean up the top rail before the final sanding and stain. It was light weight but packed lots of power. Either size battery didn't seem to make it top heavy and I'm a 64 yr old women so I really appreciated how easy it was to use...................... CORDLESS only way to go !!

[@marcusbell5996]

Man, this is the absolute simplest and most effective combined sled that I could find on here. I'm definitely building this one! Thanks so much for posting it.

[@biffamackem]

I've been putting-off making one of these for ages however your fantastic video has given me the confidence to just do it. Thank you, loved it, and keep doing what you're doing :)

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's awesome! I'm glad it helped.

[@57wyoming]

Watched probably 5-6 similar videos and found this one the easiest to follow, and build.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks so much!!

[@stephenpeake8978]

Same! Thank you!

[@MegaWoodcrafter]

Man that is so simple. Thank you. I Work in a wood recycling yard and am always bringing home wood of all kinds. When I grinding with the tub grinder and I come across something that looks interesting I set it aside, mill it (sort of) with my chainsaw and haul it home to dry. A lot of times (such as in most of the time) my chainsaw work is far from perfect. This sled is going to up my woodworking umpteen percent. Again thanks.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you! Glad it helped out!

[@Craftedinnj]

Thank you for the best sled jig video! Straight and to the point. No elaborate design, just simple and easy to make. Cant wait to build one and flatten some slabs

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you for watching! Glad it helped out!

[@stormpooper100]

Love it. I just found 3 slabs of of old growth redwood that have been buried in the forest next to our house for probably the better part of 20 years and they’re in great shape. This is going to help so much.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's awesome!

[@stormpooper100]

@@WalkersWoodworks Do you have any suggestions for the height of the runner boards? Taller vs multiple short runners that could be stacked?

[@benjineeringtoday8233]

Thank you for taking your time to make this video. It was exactly what I was looking for. After spending 2 hours watching various videos yours is simple straightforward and the paste finishing wax looks like it fixes the major hindrance of the DIY jigs. Thank you again.

[@parallelburrito]

Perfect video. Every second was useful information about the specific project. Thank you for not wasting my time.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you for watching!!

[@BradSimmons]

simple enough - I have the confidence to do this now. thank you for this!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! So glad to hear it.

[@DanielGloverTheGreat]

This is exactly what I was looking for as an alternative to not having a planer or a jointer. I love it. Gonna build one tomorrow.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@davidnleeh4]

NOT a problem at all!! I like the simplicity of the jig & the operation of it more than the more complicated ones that are posted on here, that get the same job done at a higher price! Here's an idea for you that while I was watching your video that ran (Like a Deer at night crossing the road in front of you!) across my mind. On (Either or it doesn't really matter!) one side the "Box/Trough" that the router rides in, put a "Fixed Stop" across the bottom of the trough. On the other side have an adjustable stop. So, that as your widths of the wood that you need to flatten increases & decreases you will always this safety feature in place! My idea is that these would be there to match the width of (That is determined by the width of the work piece. ) the rails that the trough rides in to prevent the trough w/router inside the trough from accidentally being pushed or pulled off from either side of the rails. I hope my RAMBLINGS makes sense to you, LOL!

[@wetler911]

I watched several videos on this same subject... This is the one that provided the most insight. Really love the incorporation of the paste wax as well - Well done!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks so much!!

[@zacharykirby6248]

Probably the best jig tutorial i’ve seen on youtube. Gonna be making one after i finish my workbench. Maybe ill use this jig to verify the top of my workbench is flat 🤔 keep up the good work bud!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks man! That means alot! I will be coming out with a planer sled video this week so keep an eye out. :)

[@brewsterly2927]

Thanks for the shot of actual cutting and the thorough explanation.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Absolutely! Thank you for watching.

[@maddog1918]

By far the best visual how to video I've seen

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks a lot! I really appreciate that more than you know. I have a few others on similar projects. Feel free to check them out!

[@nuthinfancy78]

Looks good. I’ve got two pieces of hickory stump bottom about 2’x3’x5”. Seasoned outdoors for a year and in my shed for another two. Going to make this sled Saturday!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@josephnoll2754]

This is amazing! I'm beginning woodworker. You videos have been a great help

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching. Stay tuned for more! Releasing a new video every other week.

[@PaulIreland1972]

Thanks for this. I've been planning on making a Covid-lockdown desk out of scaffold boards, only have basic power tools, (Circular saw, router, etc) don't have room (or the budget) for things like a thickness planer and was dreading having to hand sand the boards flat. Your idea will save me a ton of time and more importantly money!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's great! Good luck!

[@jennynations7676]

I subscribed simply because you had what I've been looking for and in the simplest terms to make. So thank you. Besides you are not condescending for the inexperienced person, like myself. Thank you for that too

[@stradicfanatic]

Jeez, heck of a lot cheaper than paying $500 for a slab jig! Definitely making this for my projects. Thank you!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

It's a great thing to have in the shop for sure!

[@braddsn]

This is how you do a video! Full of great information, and to the point and simple. Excellent!! This is the sled I am going to build.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha thanks! Glad it helped out!

[@gibbonse833]

Thank you for your video. It was quick informational and to the point. You didn't waste our time with an explanation... Great job

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you! I try to keep my videos packed with value and not waste time so that means alot.

[@houstoncambodia1]

I loooove it. I don't foresee myself dropping hundreds on a jointer/planer, so my tracksaw and router will have to do the trick.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

That's all you really need. I honestly just sold my jointer. Lol

[@houstoncambodia1]

@@WalkersWoodworks wow. Man it is so easy to get caught up in all the gadgets and junk. Im happy to hear you say that!

[@davidtiber9079]

Quick and to the point, yet thorough. Great video.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!! Really appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.

[@21thTek]

finding greatness in simplicity is what genius do best !

[@jthelegolegend]

Excellent video, very simply put compared to the multitude of over the top builds, cheers!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks so much! That's what I'm going for.

[@peterdejoseph5197]

Love that jig. Going to my shop and making one now. It will save me 50$ having it planed by my wood guy.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

There you go.

[@christianrobinson4526]

“Hey wife, I saved $50 by making this jig instead of paying our wood guy! It only cost me $25-ish for the plywood, $40 for the router bit, $300 for the table saw, $150 for the router, $20 for the kreg jig, and now I never need to pay the wood guy again!” - I’m pretty sure this is what my wife thinks every time I buy another tool lol

[@dandyer8351]

So true lol​@@christianrobinson4526

[@michaellloyd463]

That was really good ... without an air of pretension...Thankyou

[@dewaynefanchier589]

Thanks for the video! I'm a novice. It would have been nice to see the router bit you were using.

[@russellsherwood4901]

Great video, easy to follow and straight to the point without taking yourself too seriously 👍 definitely tuning in to watch more! Keep up the great work.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank so much! Appreciate it.

[@santiagoXIX66]

You can also use aluminium profile to make the sled. We have a couple of them to flatten the grids of pipe organ soundboards. They’re bigger than the one shown on your video.

[@chewar7537]

This is awesome! I am going to make one, thank you for the great video, and that it is not complicated like so many others I have seen.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Glad it's helpful!

[@stillsurvivingbarely]

simply put and all with tools i already own. thank you. im sure that black walnut table top turned out great!

[@ejicon3099]

Great video with some amazingly detail instructions. Thank you. Would have been nice to see how you came about making your runners. I think that may be one of the hardest parts with making this entire kit that I'm still a bit intimidate with. Well done!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! It just so happens I have a newer video with updated runners! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqTJfn6ehqqKd9k

[@olafbraren9204]

Outstanding video, great descriptions. I’m making an outdoor kitchen countertop out of an 18 ft oak slab I cut from a tree with a chainsaw. Was wondering how to level it, this video answered all my questions. Thanks

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Glad it helped!

[@namoothewoodprojects]

I needed router planer when I didn't have my dewalt planer and I made one of this with your idea. Thank you for sharing:)

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Means alot!

[@jimmascaro2456]

Woodpecker wants 1000.00 + for their version which has limits on length & width. IF I ever need to flatten a slab Im doing it your way! Liked & saved.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Good choice! 👍

[@godspeedrocks]

Siiiiick jig bro. You just saved me so much time. Thanks for sharing.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@SeanBMakin]

Easiest one I’ve seen built! Thanks! I’ll be making one eventually!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! I'd like to see it when it's done! Shoot me a DM on Instagram of it when you do.

[@rickyheck6780]

I learned something new!!! Ive been dieing for a floor planer but this looks so much cheaper to do!!!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

It's definitely cheaper! I just used it again the other day.

[@rodneybosch7290]

Just started wood working I like this sled idea. I will make one like that thanks.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@gabemcginnis2688]

I love this, it’s the benefits of cnc router for “decking” the surface. Love it.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Gabe McGinnis it's definitely a useful tool. Thanks for watching!

[@tracymaurer1412]

Just made this today! Thanks for the easy to follow video!

[@lostsailor2759]

You make it seem easier than i thought. Thank you.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Gld to help! Thanks for watching!

[@amwartwork]

exactly the video ive been hunting. Thankyou!!!!!!

[@g-dog100]

Simple and easy! You have taken the intimidation factor out for me! Thanks!!!

[@gregau21]

Just found your channel and I love it! Thank you so much for making a simple leveling flattening jig. There are so many videos out making these but the creators make it way harder than it needs to be. I will be making this jig this upcoming week. Thanks again!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Greg Kohls Jr. Thanks alot Greg! That means alot. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment and let me know you're going to make one. That's awesome. I agree, simple is sometimes better! Thanks again for watching!

[@gregau21]

@@WalkersWoodworks any chance you will be doing a video on how you can make your crosscut sled for your table saw in the future? 😁

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Greg Kohls Jr. I thought about it. Matt Cremona has a really good video on his.

[@fatihyaman9710]

very useful video for woodworkers

[@kittypigeonclueless5566]

I really, really, really liked that. Magnificent!

[@davidnleeh4]

Very nice! Cheaply (NOT MEANT in a bad way!!!) made/shop made, I like it!!!!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!!! Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment :)

[@waynemiller6070]

Thanks for the upload. It's always easier when you know how. 👍

[@m-jay356]

i don't have the room for a planer so this will work fine...thanks for making this video

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@benalmandres8851]

Hafa Adai (Hello and Greetings)! from Guam US Territory Western Pacific Ocean Great video instruction on router sled build, looking forward to building one. Just starting up on small scale for a wood working shop.

[@practicallyIndependent]

Great video and appreciate the details. I am building one of these myself in the next 24 hours and was just searching for a good video. I am glad I found yours. This is perfect. Thanks man! Just subscribed and look forward to seeing more.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Dillons Woodworks that's so awesome! Thank you for taking the time to comment and sub! If you have any questions you can dm me on Instagram anytime. Thanks again for the support!

[@shawnr771]

Nice. Simple and easy. Good video and information

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks!!

[@Manalo84]

Really good video Brandon. Audio quality is excellent. Lighting is a lot better as well.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Cameron Edmonds Thanks Cam! I got a new voice over mic. I like it alot. Definitely an improvement.

[@PenaltyBoxWoodshop]

Well done, Brandon! Great explanation and step by step!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Penalty Box Woodshop Thanks Jesse! I tried to explain it the best I could.

[@mattyg337ify]

Pretty much obsessed with branding everything hahaha that's awesome

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha it's only the truth.

[@donschmitt38]

Great video, getting ready to flatten some big madrone slabs....thanks and go Giants!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Oh that will be fun! I have a updated video with some better rails if you're interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqTJfn6ehqqKd9k

[@michaellionart4841]

Excellent. Thank You. This way it’s possible to flatten boards that you make which are too big for your planer/thicknesser. eg larger cutting boards. ✅

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching! Glad it helped.

[@JoshuaSmith-cc6wf]

Great Tips. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@paulsocki]

So cool. I cant wait to make one. Thanks for your help.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching! Good luck!

[@AssafLevyIL]

Great stuff. Just straight and simple and great results

[@TracksWithDax]

Totally loving the simplicity of this build!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

+Dave Wright thanks!

[@robertmcalister160]

Love this guys no nonsense practical approach!!!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I try! Thanks for watching!

[@scottsmith4199]

Great video, simple and easy. Thanks dude!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@thomaszaccone3960]

Have a jointer and router but no planer. This looks like the solution to my dilema. Thank you!

[@MaudPouliot]

Wow great video. love to see the up close of the cutting

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@abedj1220]

Great video. I have been collecting slabs of wood for a while. now it is time to start working on these. I like this design. And thanks for the wax idea. I will use that trick as well.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Thanks for watching. Glad it helped.

[@guidosadventures3183]

Beautiful video and editing 👌

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@davidlangston6927]

Great job . Simple and effective.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@allenmcmonagle5544]

A nice informative project. Thank you.

[@derekwalkerrr]

Dude great video, the lighting is real good as is the audio. Loving that voice over mic, I have the same one. Keep it up brother

[@WalkersWoodworks]

walkerandwood I'm really glad I got it! Thanks man!

[@aperagine77]

Wow this is awesome been wanting to make one in different sizes this will help

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Glad to hear it!

[@LazyLabAcres]

Solid video Brandon, good work!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

BlueLine WoodWorks Thanks Joe! Much appreciated!

[@davidcarlile5270]

Great jig tutorial, seen a bunch of them on KZbin but none were as good. I will be making this one here in the near future.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! That means alot and I'm glad it helped out.

[@davidburns1753]

Nicely done ... so many take too long to say so little ... you were concise and through ... seems simple to me!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

I try to get to the point lol.

[@jamesmcsparron]

Great vid. Now I can router a chopping board from a slab of Ash for my daughter's new apartment.

[@TyyDaymon]

Awesome solution easy effective inexpensive thank you love the bit too used link

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Check out the newer video with the upgraded rails too. They are a game changer. 👍

[@adnanmehrabani86]

Thank you so much I'll be using it at my workshop

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Good deal! Thanks for watching!

[@MartyOfAllTrades]

Great work dude. I like it

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@MrKrueger88]

Great , useful help !!! Instant subscriber 👍👍👍

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Appreciate the support!!

[@joerhea5785]

Love the tool list !! Thank you.... as soon as those clamps are back in stock gonna get me one...

[@WalkersWoodworks]

They help a ton!

[@evanthompson8925]

One of the best router/flattening jig videos out. How would this approach differ from using a electric hand planer on a slab of wood?

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! This way is much more precise. A hand held planer is really hard to make the surface perfectly flat.

[@lydiagolas5878]

I just built a sled. I need to level tree cookies and some smaller cupped pieces of random shape. So, you skipped over a major part. How do you keep the pieces from moving around underneath?

[@anferney1323]

thanks for making sure a nice easy to follow video

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@faun1630]

Thank you for very useful tips! I'll try this tomorrow!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Hope it helps in he shop!

[@tasaritura1240]

Love this any measurement and thanks again

[@UrbanShopWorks]

This video was made worth it by the sanding sponge tip alone!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha that's for sure! I learned that from Britt @overallsandpowersaws on Instagram.

[@UrbanShopWorks]

@@WalkersWoodworks I learned how to woodwork on Instagram 😁

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Haha same here. That and KZbin. I still have a lot to learn though.

[@powersv2]

that kreg clamp upgrade is a gaaaame changer!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Absolutely!

[@joelambert8632]

very neat and custom fit for what you need thanks

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!!

[@gavp84]

Excellent video brother

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@jorgepena9901]

The best so far!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you

[@andytheman72]

Just what i was Looking for. Thank you buddy.👍

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@robertbelf2393]

thanks so much for making it easy to understand. Going to build one this week!

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@rwcawley]

Nice efficient video. Like it. I'll be making one of these soon for guitar building. thanks.

[@WalkersWoodworks]

Thanks! That will be perfect!