Kreg Rip Cut Review and Setup Tips

[@dannybigdog4384]

I haven't finished watching this video yet, I paused it say this..this is how a referenced video should be like! Well done my friend!! You should be nominated for an Oscar! Thank you!

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks! Glad it's helpful.

[@Sponchbapvanapants]

Great video. Pro tip: everytime you need to re-thread a screw into plastic (especially thread cutters) back thread it until the screw drops into the threads. Then you can tighten without worrying about accidentally cutting new threads.

[@DoresoomReviews]

That's a great tip, thanks!

[@gailtaylor1636]

Great minds think alike...

[@amlaboy]

Great review. Just picked one up at Goodwill today for $5. Can't wait to use it in my next project.

[@berk7888]

Just bought one today. Had no clue until I saw your demo. Prime example of How to instruct/demo. Wish more KZbinrs would Go into details like you have.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Glad I could help!

[@joseeleblanc7154]

I picked up this at Lowes and didn't realise it had been opened. Not sure if unopened "boxes" are supposed to have instructions, but mine surely didn't and the Kreg KZbin channel certainly didn't help. You, my friend, gave such comprehensive instructions that I was able to set this thing up in minutes. I can't wait to do my first cut with it tomorrow (and thanks to your advice, I'll start by cutting a piece of scrap wood to ensure the tool is accurate. Thank you so much for this video!

[@rvduck96]

I absolutely love my Kreg rip cut. Take the time to set it up and learn to use it and you will be amazed at the accuracy of the cuts you can make with this incredible tool ❤

[@brewster11125]

I just mounted my Milwaukee M18 Fuel circulation. saw to the sled. I had to make a slight modification to my saw base because the R.H. hold down screw interfered with a rib on the top R.H. side of the saw base. I simply filed a 30 degree bevel on the rib until the hold down assembly swung freely. Without doing this the saw wouldn't sit flush against the slide base. Now it works perfectly. Excellent review and video.

[@radchander]

Your review is very thorough, professional and trustworthy. Thank you

[@kencoleman7762]

Nice review. I have had one for several years and, although I don't need it very often, it has provided excellent service each time I did use it.

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

thanks for the review. Good job. No wasted conversation or extraneous talking is good as well. I think you have a future as a reviewer. Get sponsors now.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks!

[@redecks336]

Used this Kreg jig a couple years ago to turn 10 sheets of 3/4" plywood into custom shelving for a 12' x 15' closet we built onto the back of a customers home. That alone made this jig worth every penny spent. I don't like using table saws, just not practical to haul around with you. With the Kreg Circular saw guide, you don't need one. Lets you rip virtually any size you want off of a 4' x 8' sheet of whatever material.

[@randykerg9083]

Another word it cheap plastic Whatever happened to QUALITY?

[@ticesine6589]

But what about having a factory edge for it to work ? Dont you need a table saw for that

[@TheLunnyBear]

@@ticesine6589 the plywood he bought will have had a straight edge. It doesn't come crooked.

[@Redsr5]

U need to see a track saw

[@redecks336]

@@randykerg9083 mine survived the moving truck from Texas to Florida and now it's thrown around in the back of the work van. Still works. I would usually agree with plastic being synonymous with cheap garbage but the Kreg stuff is pretty hefty.

[@marsm3422]

I really appreciate the thorough review! You showed everything I needed to know in such a short video.

[@gdonham1203]

When reinstalling course screws you should twist them backwards until you feel the screw lines back up with the threads. Use this in any plastic or wood screws you need to reinstall.

[@totallyjonesin]

They should make a pro model, all aluminum with the improvements you mentioned.

[@bobfarrell9881]

I see a gen 2 coming with these suggestions

[@scrappy93]

Pro? I think that should be standard

[@michaeldanko9488]

@Chop Wood kickstarter it

[@xCaPz]

Still didn’t do it did they?

[@davidclayton6521]

@@scrappy93 You nail it

[@mcamoeba23]

I have to cut 1/2 inch off the wood, and I was nervous that I couldn't do it with the rip cut. Thank you for addressing this in your video. I will go practise now!

[@Joey.Darkwoods-Studio]

Great video... hope Kreg watched this and took a few notes on upgrading the product. Yours suggestions are spot on!

[@AyoolaBoyejo]

Thanks, your video was super helpful in setting mine up. One correction is to hold the plastic guide using the provided cutout hole. The circular saw will derail at the end of the cut if you hold it by the aluminum as you suggested.

[@sam_gg300]

Excellent. Thank you. This was an excellent review and the setup. I just bought the Rip Cut and used this tutorial for the setup and everything worked out 100%. Great job, it was most helpful!

Thank you for the honest and objective review. My shop/garage it too small to break down a 4 x 8 sheet and I hate searching for someone at home depot or lowes who can do it for me. So at first glance I said to myself I want one. There are just too many compromises to an otherwise great tool. I'd gladly pay more for aluminum or steel version. Until Kreg comes up with one I'll just keep clamping my homemade straightedge to the full sheets in the driveway. On the bright side you just gained a new subscriber.

[@TuanBui-yp7oz]

by far, dude has the best review, with sound advice, thats currently out there on this guide.

[@lanceferguson7159]

Well spoken, informative and complete thoughts. Thank you for your help. 👍🤠

[@deepconcept2020]

You were born with natural teaching elements

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thank you!

[@thejonathandoan]

This is an outstanding, and very thorough walk-through and review of the Krieg Rip Cut product. This helps me make an informed decision! Thank you so much for your hard work and diligence on this product!

[@booradley8232]

Finally someone with an honest review...I think the pocket hole jig and the RIP cut were pretty good ones even though some aspects of the jigs were not clearly thought out at all lol..buying an ACCU cut from them about ruined me of the brand entirely.

[@zero.g13]

hey man, great job on this review. pros / cons nad you're very clear in speaking and made this an easy choice for me beginning my DIY stuff. thanks so much.

[@ironmaiden3751]

So helpful thank you. I bought this to cut plywood into shiplap but now my first job has to be trimming down a wood screen door so again thanks and wish me luck. 👍🏻

[@LolTav]

If the holes do get worn out in the plastic from being switched a trick I've learned is use a toothpick and some gel super glue and use the toothpick to smear the gel around the threads and it kinda fills em back in. Gives em a bit more life but the captive nut would have been 100% better.

[@googooproof]

Fabulous review. I’ve been looking at this rig and wondered how it would work. You explained things extremely well.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Glad I could help!

[@steveNCB7754]

Greetings from the UK. Thanks for a useful and interesting review. Agree about the material for the sled and it would be good if there was a handle (even if just a knob like on the front of a plane), that clipped onto the rail above the guide.

[@keithwilliamson236]

Great Review. Just bought this and came to this channel for directions on how to use it.

[@daniellukan11]

Very informative video. Great suggestions for a future models as well. I’m glad you added that you were able to get down to a quarter inch even though it’s not suggested.

[@arrosconpollo1]

Thank you! Used this to set up my Kreg Acu cut. Needed it to make accurate cuts in sheet goods. Between that product and a new Diablo blade, it works great. I was worried about trimming the 1/32nds part. I also have an older worm drive circular saw and attached fine

[@kellymadigan9796]

Great Video. I found an older model without the stop and slot in the guide for the purpose of ripping one 20-foot deck board. I think this will be after than using a table saw.

[@fergusrb]

Can you set the saw to 45 degrees? Do not have a table saw and wanted to rip plywood strips to make cleats for a French Cleat system. Figures to make a 45 degree cut on the edge then move blade to 90 degrees to cut off the cleat then move back to 45 for the next cleat. figured the guide would make it straighter than a free hand cut. thanks for all your info.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Depends on the saw, but probably not. Mine can make it to 30 degrees bevel before the blade crashes into the base plate.

[@AustNRail]

Make a grab handle that fits the rail at that location you suggested to grab the guide rail. A very good evaluation of this product. I bought the accu guide and now will get hold of the rip guide as well.

[@frankgaristo9885]

Great video just bought one having problem with it I have a Dewalt DCS 391 saw and when I go tighten the screws the back end rises of the saw and it doesn't sit flat it says my saw is compatible What can i do?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I've had the back end of the base plate droop away from the shoe a little on a few saw models I've used this with, but was still able to get good cut results with it. First check to make sure that gray insert in the front edge is flipped the right way if you have a sloped front shoe. Then back of a little bit on the set screw pressure and see if you can get it to still hold securely.

[@daveglennie8682]

There’s no way to prevent it from leveraging the sled away from the saw base on my saw, regardless of which way you put the filler strip. As soon as the set screws even just contact the saw base, the sled immediately cants downward. I think you just have to accept that a bit of down pressure on the saw flattens the flimsy sled to the saw while you cut. I haven’t even tried mine yet and already I can see it’s poorly designed, even if it can make straight cuts.

[@bredlo]

FANTASTIC review. Thorough, offers a great alternative to the instructions as far as set-up... and answers all the most predictable questions for unique situations (i.e. I specifically wanted to know if and how to safely make a sub-1 inch cut. Thanks so much.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Glad I could help!

[@kevinsteburg2169]

There is no way for me to clamp my workpiece down without the clamps being in the way of the tools path. That alone renders this tool useless to me. What do I do now? I'm cutting 36inch long and 10 inch wide. 3/4 inch oak.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Double sided tape, low temp hot glue, or a router pad would all work.

[@rbarron007]

Thank you so much for your review and tips! I was debating whether or not to buy one for some cabinets I’m planning to make and I don’t have room to purchase a table saw which I won’t use often. Clear explanations and great camera set up in the video. God bless you sir.

[@Hereanow]

I appreciate your straight-forward and to the point review. I hate having to go through a whole lot of nonsense like on so many others. I couldn't agree more with your comments on the rip-cut. Thanks for making this video! I'm going to check out your other reviews.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Glad I could help!

[@CJINW]

Agree… no stupid music.

[@edymoss3466]

Good instructional review good job on both the rip fence and also the accu cut, keep it up

[@ChrisM-pw2rx]

If you use the video's recommended trick @6:36 to line the saw blade up against the blue guide rail and then set the cursor to match the guide rail exactly, it will not take into account the width of the blade kerf and thus always cut your measurement short by the width of your blade kerf. If your kerf is 1/8, then move the cursor 1/8 in, etc. Maybe I'm not thinking about this right, so please correct if I'm wrong. I would recommend placing the cursor on the inside of the kerf. Either way, the video offers a good suggestion about how to make sure everything is calibrated with the 1.5" cutoff trial.

[@DoresoomReviews]

No, my method accounts for blade kerf as long as you're ripping your "keep" piece off between the blade and the guide. If you cut with the keep piece on the other side, you'll have to constantly adjust the width setting to maintain consistent width pass after pass. The only time you need to factor in blade kerf is when your keep piece is wider than 24". Then you do need to factor in kerf.

[@eddier5169]

Dude had 2 opinions in the whole video and all of us hated them. Great video!!

[@DoresoomReviews]

If everyone hated this video, it wouldn't have 1M views. Thanks for leaving a comment though, it boosts interaction for the KZbin algorithm!

[@kle2217]

I already own this. I'd like to perhaps purchase the circular saw track as well. Does the sled that you attach the saw to the same as the one sold with the Kreg circular saw track product? And if you already customized your saw to the sled on this Rip Cut product, then will you have to readjust it to work with the Circular Saw Track, or will it be the same when going back and forth between the two Kreg tools?

[@DoresoomReviews]

The sled has been compatible with both the Rip Cut and the AccuCut since Kreg introduced the AccuCut mid 2017. If you bought your Rip Cut before then, I don't think it will be compatible, but the AccuCut comes with a sled that will be compatible with both anyway. You'll need to set the sled up on the AccuCut first since it has the zero clearance strip that must be trimmed. The Rip Cut has an adjustable cursor, so you set that up second. Then you can use your saw mounted on the same base plate for both cut guides.

[@kle2217]

@@DoresoomReviews Ok, good to know. Thanks!

[@JavierDiaz-sb6zj]

Good idea!! can use some modifications the way it attach to the saw and 100% change of materials must be strong either aluminum. cast iron. still or titanium

[@scottsprowl7484]

I bought this early last year and like it, but I do have some issues with it. 1 like you said seems cheap. 2 does flex some too. 3 not a good.cut at the very end, I draw a line at the end to continue.the cut to get a continuous straight line.

[@hopenavajo1391]

This Kreg rip guide will fit to both left and right handed circular saw which is excellent. I'm left handed that's why.

[@jed2055]

In Oz I could have saved $35 buying a Chinese version. I bought the Kreg assuming the guide was made of an alloy mostly because it looked like it was, was not mentioned it was el cheapo plastic and also because here in the land of the rip off this item is AU$90. Kreg, this item is below your usual quality. Pleas get back on track.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yikes, with the current exchange rate that's still double what the price is here in the US. I'd expect it to be all aluminum for that price too!

[@EweTubio]

Love the pun! 😏

[@kenpalosi5084]

Thanks for the video. Five hundred percent better than the manufacturer’s manual.

[@stevekopcial129]

Great review, I just purchased one today at Home Depot for $37.00

[@frameriteairdrie578]

I had one from Mastercraft (Canadian Tire) that is all aluminium and much easier to set up, but the rip fence is extremely small and only about 4 inches long. It does ok, but on wider cuts it's more prone to movement and because the fence is so short, it runs off the end of the board before the saw does, so the last 3 inches of your cut is free-handing. I just bought this Kregg. The plastic seem flimsy and it's more awkward to set up. But once done, it makes very good cuts and the huge fence keeps saw stable and "under guide" right to the very end.

[@DoresoomReviews]

The long fence really does help a lot at the end of the cut.

[@John-gm8ty]

with wider cuts you should really be using a strait edge clamped to the work surface.

I'd like to buy your old Mastercraft guide that I'll redesign with a longer fence.

[@davide6844]

I had trouble with bottom mount plastic bending away from saw bottom even with the wedge adapter pointing up so I put popsicle stick under the wedge now it sits nice and flat

[@steffendetrick9403]

And obvious tip you can do rips greater than 2 feet. By first measuring anything over 2 foot marking it and ripping from the opposite side making your drop the rip. But great review I actually found my rip cut it was being thrown away because the sled broke. I contacted Craig and they sent me a slide for free great customer service. But because I pieced it together I needed information on proper set up so thank you!

[@DoresoomReviews]

Good point about ripping wider than 24" - just make sure you account for the blade kerf thickness!

[@steffendetrick9733]

@@DoresoomReviews Thank you and I always do. I actually assumed that’s why they made it 2’ to be portable and to accommodate 4 ‘x 8’ sheets.

[@csyn107]

Found a saw it does not fit, 60v Dewalt worm drive. The blade guard hangs and pushes the sled off the shoe. Also the miter adjustment on the saw makes it next to impossible to tighten down the second screw. Was able to modify sled by cutting away some of the plastic by blade guard but the hold down is questionable.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks for the info! I've heard a lot of worm drive style saws don't fit this base.

[@jay-rus4437]

Had one of these, but wasnt a fan. Used it a few times on our projects sites, and it ended up at the back of a shelf on our trailer for a year or two. It finally rattled of one of the pieces and I just finally threw it away. Found that this was just more complicated and cumbersome than was necessary. Easier to use a simple fence guide....with one exception, if someone is cutting the same size rips over and over, then something like this might make sense

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yeah, I usually only use mine for repeated width rips. That's where it really shines.

[@jlwscribbles]

Excellent video. You explain and illustrate things very clearly!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Been looking at this rip cut and the accu cut from kreg I also have this Milwaukee m12 5 1/4 saw as well as the new skil truhvl cordless saw and the dewalt FlexVolt d handle

[@DoresoomReviews]

Just a heads up, I've heard this doesn't work with worm drive saws, but don't have one to check for myself.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@DoresoomReviews oh interesting my skil is a worm drive and my flexvolt dealt is a worm drive style dang only saw I have that isn't worm drive or style is the m12 5 1/4

[@MackZero]

Thanks! Wait though, you were going for a 1 1/2" test cut? I believe you showed a 1" cut.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Good eye! When I shot the action portion of the calibration steps, I used a 1" offset. However, I realized afterwards that if the test cut is under 1" wide, you'll need to use a separate tape measure or ruler to finish the calibration since the markings on the Rip Cut don't go below 1". That's why I used 1.5" when explaining it in the voice over.

[@pascalsalerno]

I was looking for this comment... Glad I'm not the only one, thought I missed something

[@408SPLKINGS]

Phenomenal 👌 amazing 👍 great video, tutorial, clarity, non condescending, attention to detail. You found all the flaws. Now you should design & manufacturer your own out of metal or my preference plexiglass. Teaching or engineering is your calling 👏

[@DoresoomReviews]

Wow, thank you!

[@rootssixtysix]

Great review. I have an older version of this with a shorter and narrower fence and no hand hold, no stop block or shoe insert. It also is not compatible with the Accu-Cut.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Interesting - I knew they upgraded the sled to be compatible with the Accu-Cut, but didn't know about the other changes.

[@rootssixtysix]

@@DoresoomReviews Pretty much looks like this images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71mzj0ZTg6L._AC_SL1500_.jpg

[@joemusic2882]

I make cajons....that’s a wood drum that’s in the shape of a box on which you sit on. I needed to make accurate cuts and so I bought one today for $39.99 . I’m super happy with its performance. My first though as soon as I began setting it up was how I wished it was made of s composite material instead of the plastic. I would be willing to pay a little more if it was.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Agreed, I'd like to see a glass filled nylon version, like what their pocket hole guides are made from.

[@pvt.2426]

What is your KregTool 'Rip Cut' jig's model #? I have a different model (perhaps an earlier version) that does not have three (3) features: 1. a hand slot on the straight-edge guide 2. capability to add a 'stop block' 3. no removable plate to accommodate the saw's base plate/shoe

[@tonyalways7174]

I bought one a couple of years ago. I agree with your suggestions. It takes quite a lot of faffing around to fix your saw to it and it’s often quicker just to use a straight edge and a couple of clamps which is what I do most of the time. My own view is that it’s pretty good but I’m not sure it’s worth the money.

[@tevinmakermake3746]

I just said this! Lol

[@sumosprojects]

Excellent review mate, I like Kreg products but this one could be made from a heavier duty material, cheers from DownUnder

[@charlotteprescott-ruland9121]

It actually works quite well. I'm a female, so I'm glad it's not heavier (plus it was only 40 bucks!); the saw is heavy enough itself for me. lol i used it today to skim the edges of some 2 x 4s to make a butcher block. Came out great!!

[@ericmann1781]

Agreed, I had one and it wasn't 90 degrees, it was a pain getting the perfect offset for the saw attachment so it would cut straight. If I left it alone the plastic would just keep pushing the saw and since 99% my cuts are over 2'.....I didn't like it, ended up selling it and buying one of those 48" straight edge with built in clamps so I can use it with jigsaws and routers to.

[@alfredomarquez9777]

@@ericmann1781 You are right! I bought one and returned it. Just way too flimsy.

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

I haven’t try that looks very good idea, but I hope Kreg makes it more HEAVYDUTY, in a future design, thanks for your video

[@elpapu6559]

Excelente explicación, probó en alguna de 9-1/4? Saludos desde Uruguay 🇺🇾

[@DoresoomReviews]

I haven't tried it with a 9-1/4" blade saw, but I doubt it would fit. I think Kreg designed it for 7-1/4" max.

[@elpapu6559]

@@DoresoomReviews ok thank you very much!!

[@dwatson22381]

I also own this and the review for it was done very well. I share the same concerns that's outlined in the review and also share the outlook on it after using it for a while. Mine still makes accurate cuts easily but like noted in the review if you are rough with it something will likely get damaged. I use a light saw on it also (a ryobi one +, can't remember model) and this is the only saw bc of the plastic design of the kreg tool. If I need a 36 in cut I cut the waste off from the other side of the plywood and don't kreg tool over to the other side bc I also feel if the screws are removed and put in several times that it will become a problem. If you were in a situation where you would need to swap over regularly I would recommend buying a second one and setting it up to cut from the other side that way you didn't need to swap, I know that might be frustrating to buy a second one but I think you would be replacing this in the long run anyway from removing the screws constantly. But with over a yr of use and many many cuts the kreg rip cut still easily produces accurate cuts for me so even though I have concerns none have materialized yet. But anyway, awesome review! You hit the good and the bad about the tool honestly stating the facts without exaggerating or trying to influence either way and then shared your opinion overall letting ppl make their own minds up

[@DoresoomReviews]

Well said and thanks!

[@alfredomarquez9777]

By the time you have paid for TWO of these flimsy plastic guides, you could very well have got a much more solid, precise and durable DIY guide. Search for the many KZbin videos on how to make strong and precise guides by people like JSK koubou (excellent wood guides using Moisture Resistant MDF), Fix it All (using aluminum) and many others...Why keep buying mediocre designed and cheaply made plastic guides, when you have much better, rigid and easy to buy materials? Sooner or later, the flimsy plastic base will no longer retain the screws, and you need to be very careful to avoid flexing this "guide", and cannot use a larger or more powerful saw?

[@wanjooalexkim]

Well articulated review. Good highlighting of potential weak points. Thanks.

[@alfredomarquez9777]

Those are NOT just "potential" weak points... this thing is just too flimsy! Save your hard earned dollars, buy some aluminum plate and profiles, and make your own, much more strong and precise guide!

[@lloydnagee7523]

This tool is great value for money.Does allow for accurate cuts and is good for amateurs as well as professional users.Guess in the future the Fence will be made from a much more durable material.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I agree, the fence is the moat needed upgrade, followed by the sled. A glass filled nylon would be a big improvement.

[@Melodywithin713]

I bought this tool there’s pros and cons of course but overall I highly prefer to go without it but interesting to see how others use it … my father in law loved it

[@imacmill]

At about the 5:30 mark, you check for square, but there is no way to adjust squareness if it's off. The two plastic nubs on the blue plastic part prevent any movement of the aluminum bar. I actually ended up recreating the blue part on my 3D printer, without the registration 'nubs', and was able to square the tool. Out of the box, it was off by a full 1/8" across the two foot aluminum bar.

[@DoresoomReviews]

You could shave down the "nubs" or drill them out and epoxy a pin back in place. That's pretty bad that yours was 1/8" off though!

[@imacmill]

@@DoresoomReviews Ya, that was my first thought, but I wanted to keep the original piece intact. Worst part, I've embarrassingly been using the off-angle version of it for a couple of years, cussing and swearing my way through bad cut after bad cut, thinking it was my cheap-o Makita saw (that has hit the pavement more than a few times) causing the trouble. Turns out the saw has been fine all along...I only discovered the Kreg problem a few weeks ago.

[@jesterraj]

Yes i think Kreg need to use the glass filed fibre in their stuff....kinda flimsy

[@caspianofnarnia]

Thanks for the review. It looks convoluted but I’m guessing it’s only a one time set up for your saw.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yes, once it's set up for your saw there's no more messing with it.

[@MrAaronCard]

Nice review. Have you thought about a rating system? 1-5 for example and detail out what each of those numeric values mean. Great job!

[@don.kowalski]

thanks for a really straight forward, and clear explanation on this tool. it is appreciated

[@reaper060670]

The Accu Cut cost me just over 100 Euros which I thought was way too expensive for the materials they used but I'm going to use it as a template to 3D Print my own stronger base plate for the guide rails or maybe I'll just use some good old MDF and find a way of making that work with some aluminium cleats to run over the rail.. I'll defo be working on making a better base for the Circular Saw.. I have a BOSCH GKS 190mm and I invested in a 190mm FREUD blade with some really nice teeth on it.. This blade cost me well in excess of 50 euros which was dear for a feckin' blade but I thought I'd give it a shot and see how it cuts. It's a 40T blade and the teeth I think are at 15 Deg rake but they change direction every other blade which is supposed to give me a much cleaner cut but time will tell. If it doesn't work I'll be back to my SAXTON PRO BLADES or those Bad boy CMT BLADES but they're over 50 euros as well while I can get 2 of the Saxton blades for just 60 Euros and the cut from those on my Table saw has been phenomenal lads.. Has anybody ever tried even their cheaper blades. They cut through wood like a hot knife through buttah.. I love those Saxton blades tbf.. I'm wishing now I had plumped for those instead on the 190mm as well. but we'll give this FREUD a go for now.. How are Amazon at returns and refunds if u have used a blade and it's shit for cutting?? Anybody ever send anything back after using it once??

[@mikemilam525]

I have one and the only problem I've had is the lock lever that locks the sled to the rail. It binds and won't lock down. I just a few days ago sprayed a little silicone on it it's a little better.

[@walt8089]

I have used mine for a couple of years but, IF Kreg would make this completely out of aluminum I would gladly pay the extra price for aluminum. The grey plastic latch/lever on mine broke the ears off from continual wear.

[@oresteez]

Awesome video. You answered my question. I’m standing in Home Depot deciding to buy and not sure what the minimum cut was since i want to use this to cut about a half inch off the bottom of a door. I’ll be careful :)

[@DoresoomReviews]

This should work great for that. Just make sure you take the blade width into account, since the ruler is usually for measuring the offcut width.

[@markd5067]

Nice video. I hope Kreg fixes the problems you've identified. I'm not wasting my money on it until they do...

[@gailtaylor1636]

"Wasting my money"...do you ever go to a bar or restaurant and spend more than 40 bucks? That money is gone with zero benefit ( you could eat at home...cheaper). Amazes me how cheap our society has become and putting value on the wrong things. YMMV. Don't take any wooden nickels. Dry between your toes. Don't carry an umbrella in a lightening storm. Etc, etc.

[@markd5067]

@@gailtaylor1636 YAI

[@TigeyPuss1]

This is so helpful. I watched this before I got the Rip-Cut. Then, when I got it, I started practicing on a rough 4x8 to see how things were. I noticed I was about 1/8" off and wondered the best way to fix that, so I watched your video again. The answer was right at 1:08 with the stop-block. That's the key. I had it set up on the wrong side for my Ryobi lefty. Duh. Gonna change the stop-block to the other side. I got the left-sided saw because that's what a right-handed person needs to be able to easily see the cutting line. It's not necessary with the Kreg, but for that sense of security, a pencil line is always good to let you know you're on the money.

[@danbromberg]

I have a bunch of Wainscot (5/16"x7"x34") to rip; do you think the Rip-Cut would be helpful or is it really meant for 4'x8' sheets? Though your video was very informative I wish it had addressed how to use the Rip-Cut with the wood clamped down (since the clamps get in the way of the ruler). Nice job!

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yeah, this would be great for that. When I cut something that's too light to rely on friction to hold it in place, I use hot glue, a router mat, or double sided tape to hold it in place. Depends what I'm cutting for which of those I use.

[@flagmichael]

@@DoresoomReviews Carpet tape is great if the surface of the work won't be marred by pulling it loose.

[@Mrmarginofsafety]

Thanks, Kreg should use your vid on their website and your suggestions. Pretty flimsy construction plastics shortsighted.

[@jonathantenorio8829]

Great video, very informative. Only issue is that the product isnt as good as it could be. You can actually make your own board from plywood to make perfect cuts everytime

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks! Yeah, I've used my own homemade door boards before. I like this better for repeated width rips though.

[@timdales8300]

Thanks! This was helpful. I watched it a number of times. I noticed that after I cut a test piece the saw had moved on the sled about 1/8" from the front position. So, I reseated it, re-did the cursor and still have a small gap. Did you have this too? Additionally, do you have the resync the cursor every time you install the sled? Thanks!

[@mcpea65]

When starting the screws first turn it backwards until you feel or hear a click. This lines the threads of the screw and the base so you're not cutting new threads every time you reinstall the screws and saving the fragile plastic base.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Good advice.

[@saggitariussaggitarius3195]

I just got mines today, havent used it but already love it

[@srav2]

Can you set the circular saw to 45 degree cuts tilting the blade? For 45 degree edges for making miter/bevel?

[@DoresoomReviews]

Depends on the saw, but probably not. Mine can make it to 30 degrees bevel before the blade crashes into the base plate.

[@michaelballard7323]

If I use this to rip in half a 4x8 sheet of 3/4 ply, using it at 24”, for instance: Seems to me that distance between the rip guide and the saw would create and unstable jig. Have you tried using the tool at its full extension? Did you experience this?

[@iwanttoseemrshow]

This rip fence and a cheap circular saw basically did the entire job for a project. It'll turn your $30 dollar circular saw into a table saw. The best of both worlds for a fraction of the price.

[@rodgerward7975]

Can you make a bevel cut using the rip cut or accu- cut ?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I haven't tried it myself with either. The instructions for the Accu-Cut say no. It's due to a regular circular saw not pivoting about where the blade meets the workpiece - the sacrificial strip would get cut in the wrong spot. Plus, I'm not sure if the base plate has clearance for a saw blade guard to bevel within it.

[@VanquishAudio]

Why does the lock not lock anymore after a few cuts? I keep snapping it off

[@davidbergewaytogo]

I am a new woodworker with a tiny shop, which item would you choose between the Rip-Cut or Accu-Cut? They seem to do a similar thing. I only cut plywood to make small shelves for french cleat storage, nothing fancy. Thanks ! And… good video btw!

[@DoresoomReviews]

If you're doing French cleats, you'll need to bevel. I know that can't be done with the Accu-Cut, since you'll run into the aluminum rail with the saw blade. You might be able to do it on the Rip-Cut, but will depend on if you saw has enough clearance for the blade guard. I always use my table saw for bevel cuts instead.

[@stephenboyd6230]

I had trouble with fitting it on my Milwaukee fuel 6 1/2" saw. Luckily my Milwaukee fuel 7 1/4" saw fit in just fine. It's a bigger saw then I would have like to use, but weight can be adjusted with smaller batteries. Anyway, thanks for the vid. Very helpful for setup 🍻

[@sed6]

Stumbled on your video by accident. Rocking good review and information! Like and subscribed 👍

[@jenniferbrownbridge8580]

Thank you for this! It made it much easier for me to get my set up right!

[@payatotski662]

Hi. Just want to verify, the gap for the blade at the base is 1 and 1/8 inch wide? Thanks in advance. Nice review!

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yes, the gap is 1.125" on both sides.

[@joshb5036]

Excellent thorough review. Thank you!

[@gregwalker4236]

unless i'm in the middle of a football field, i can see myself running into all kinds of stuff like inspector clouseau in the pink panther. another answer in search of a question. thanks for the review, more coordinated people than me will appreciate this tool..

[@brucelavis4934]

When cut is made, must edge of board be 90 degrees to the other edge. I see how jig cuts a straight line, but if edge of board is not 90 degrees, the new cut will parallel the outside edge. Am i doing something wrong. Thx Bruce

[@DoresoomReviews]

A straight edge parallel to your desired cut line is the only requirement.

[@aninconspicuousman2288]

I bought it today. My craftsman Evolv 320.18780 has a tapered guard and won't fit correctly. Cuts smooth as butter with my Diablo blade and doesn't weigh anything. Man this would've been so nice to be able to use...

[@DoresoomReviews]

Can you cut a tapered spacer to match the shoe/guard? Otherwise I'd take it back.