Making The Best DIY Mini Table Saw Crosscut Sled Guide!

[@dennisdownes9319]

As I'm watching, I'm thinking that at this point in my life, I could never have a full lifetime of your knowledge and expertise, and then you made your cut mistake and I felt some connection. It happens to all of us, but the real men and real craftsmen admit it! Great video! I'll keep watching!! DD

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Dennis, my mistakes are my experience. 😎🤙

[@gregorymacneil2836]

Using PVC trim as the runners is a great idea. PVC trim is one of those relatively new materials that is all too often under-appreciated. If you use a cordless Dewalt table saw, you need a sled because the mitre gauge that comes with the saw is useless. The disadvantage of not having a bridge on the front is balance. When you pull the sled back towards you, the sled wants to fall to the floor. Great Video!

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Great point!

[@coreywells9498]

Another top notch vid from the master of thoughtful processes

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Corey, thank you. Ron😎🤙

[@warrensmith2902]

Love simple. This last year I drilled some recessed holes in the bottom of my sled. That way I can stick some flat head 1/4" bolts through the bottom for some hold down clamps when needed. No embedded T-Track required. I use a block of wood that hangs on the top of the back that I just clamp in place when needed. I used my 5mm pencil to mark on the bed, inch, and half inch measurements from the blade edge. On the back of the blade guard, I put some red duck tape on the blade guard to remind me not to put my hands there.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

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[@timh7156]

I’m with you. Simple and lightweight. I think you’re more likely to use it more often if it’s easy to grab and store. About 8 years ago ago I bought a new Dewalt job site table saw. Just so I could have something to use temporarily for crosscuts, I quickly made a half sled with one runner on the left. I intended to make a more elaborate one later but I’m still using the same one. It’s easy to grab and it fits just about anywhere in my truck. I’ve often thought about if I were to build one like yours without a rear bridge how it would work out. It doesn’t need to be there for any other reason than to keep the plywood from warping. I’m interested to see how it works out for you over time. 👍

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

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[@leanwoodworks]

As he picks the bench up to make it stationary.. me knowing there’s a new caster mod coming.. going crazy looking for a good therapist to get me thru this anticipation.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

I have another set arriving tomorrow. This should be the final redesign. If there are no more changes, I should receive a production set in 2 weeks or less. I will post a video the day they arrive, with a link to purchase them. It has been a long haul, but the finish line is near.😎

[@leanwoodworks]

I like the simple approach .. mastering work methods is way more important than the fancy fancy stuff. My bench’s are spot on exact.. it’s was work method not tooling. The best of all I’ve ever had is the stuff I’ve made. I’ve had fancy stuff it’s all about your work system and work methods guys.. live it trust it.. your shop will change.. your speed will change.. your skill will change.. your thinking will change..

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

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[@blt981]

Great Video Brad…

[@DeanLee-mz7mp]

Ron, what are the blue clips you’re using to secure your guide rail to the bench dogs?

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

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[@Eagle1836]

How impartial do you think a Pakistani can be?

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

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[@Eagle1836]

@@TheSmartWoodshop Woops. Sorry about that. I was replying to a different website.