More Customizations! | Building My DREAM Miter Saw Station/Shop Storage Upgrade

[@AL-zy6kx]

looks great! I am a retired cop.... 24 years. now i get to do woodworking like I've always wanted to. I like watching guys like you, I've learn a lot.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I appreciate that man, thanks for watching!!

[@jacobswarringim]

Stumbled across your channel looking for garage storage ideas and I love how neat and well made your cabinets look! Definitely buying the miter station plans, can’t wait to get started

[@makermark67]

Great follow up! Thanks for all the ideas and options... and plans!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks Mark!

[@makermark67]

@@JohnBuildsIt any concern with the air compressor in the cabinet not getting enough ventilation? Heat?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

With basically all battery powered nailers/tools it really doesn’t see a ton of use in my shop to where it would be running a lot and building heat. I figure enough air can get in around the doors and that hole. If it was being used constantly I’d probably add a small vent there in that side panel👍🏽

[@makermark67]

@@JohnBuildsIt kinda figured as much. Thanks!

[@Whois2440]

I really like your videos. I like how low key and humble you are. You don’t assume everyone can afford a big shop and gives them options to try and relate to everyone. I will be building my shop in my new house I just moved into using these cabinets. I’ll prob extend and make one of those cabinets into a CNC table for my Shapeoko XXL. Keep up the great work my friend! Can’t wait for the next video.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome man, and I appreciate it! A storage table/stand for my CNC is actually probably going to be one of my next upcoming videos! 👊🏼

[@jeremyspecce]

Very nice how everything is built to a standard so it’s almost modular. I’m jealous of your organization and the level of finish. I DO have a fence the whole way out on my miter station, and really its main function is to keep all the stuff that piles up clear of where the active workpiece goes!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Good point! Thanks for watching!!

[@rogerhughes-tq7fu]

Outstanding build. Looking forward to more of your videos.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@vinceagnes]

Awesome! I have been wanting to build a workstation for my miter saw for many years. Your design is simple and comprehensive. Thanks for the tips.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching !!

[@robb9079]

I would love to see what all you have stored in your cabinets and drawers, i have a large miter station as well and plan on adding drawers and cabinets for storage in the future, i need the storage now but don't have the time to build everything. Love your content and hope to see more in the future!

[@rw7532]

I made a modified version of this build. I have installed the t track and routed the dado next to it for the magnetic tape and ruler then it will be completed. I just need to apply some poly first. John’s method of leveling the saw between the two counter tips is the best way to do it.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome!! 👊🏼

[@fredzaspel7350]

Great work. Thanks.

[@DuhRake]

Really nice upgrades. My favorite is the air hose placement with the hidden compressor, very cool.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks man! 👊🏼

[@rogerhughes-tq7fu]

Dude, thanks so much. Got the plans and ready to start making mine. Thanks again!!!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome! Thank you!!

[@timscott3311]

Looks great! Thanks for the updates! Those improvements should help a lot in your shop!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

For sure! Thanks for watching!

[@mikejackson2888]

Looks great. Thanks for the update! Looking forward to seeing how you hook up the 4” dust collection!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Me too! Haha. Thanks for watching!

[@createmomentum]

Thanks for the video. Looks awesome. What lights to you have in your shop?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

They’re off amazon. I don’t remember which brand

[@jbb5470]

Fantastic design! Love the overall design and useful!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@ronb2505]

Enjoyed this video and you always make it look so easy thanks again

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching! 🙌🏼

[@Pauken11]

Nice looking station. One thing I learned in my previous shop is that while Shaker style cabinets are pretty, in the shop all those little ledges hold on to dust. As a result, in my current shop I made my doors and drawers flat faced. They are definitely staying cleaner than they were in my last shop.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

For sure! Sometimes I’m just form over function 😂

[@scottr8588]

John, you can wrap the inside of your air compressor cabinet with foam board to sound proof it even more. You could even add wall cabinets above the bench for twice as much storage, I like the clamp rack. Nice shop BTW

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Yep planning on both of those! Thanks for watching! 👊🏼

[@johnstup4479]

Your shop looks great. Thanks for the video. You gave me a few ideas for when I build my countertops and cabinets this coming winter for my shop.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome man glad it helped!

[@rodpotts2666]

That’s a great idea with the compressor, think I’ll do the same thing. Looks good man, happy for ya.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Perfect spot for it. Thanks man!

[@snapjamwoodworks710]

How do you not have more subscribers!? I really want a miter station. I went with the miter cart first. Small shop, so I thought mobility was better. After several years, I haven't moved the individual cabinets on wheels anywhere except away from the wall so I could use them. (Slide out trays will work for me) With the miter cart, I have to move the bench and table saw to put the wings up. Sooo....I really need need to do a shop makeover and when I do, I am using your ideas. Well thought out and smart design! Stay safe, stay healthy and keep making videos. Thanks

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome! Glad you can take some ideas for your own, thanks for watching!

[@bigdaddyhoggnutz144]

Great video. My only question/suggestion is to put your excess tools on your waste side so that as you cut your keeper pieces you can stack them on the same side. This keeps you from having to cut a keeper piece on the left side of the saw and then carry it over to right side.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

You know, that’s a very good point haha. In all actuality though depending on the size of the project, pieces end up on both sides sometimes

[@tomnorcross4837]

Is there any way you can make a drawing of the dust hood and front dust shield? I tried making a bunch of cuts with a piece of cardboard but I can’t get it as clear looking as yours

[@taylorhopson9740]

Nice set up!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thanks!!

[@CCharlesHahn]

I absolutely love this setup, and will definitely be taking some ideas from it for my own shop. Thank you for posting the plans! After stumbling across the original build video I went looking at new miter saws, and it looks like Ridgid is now getting their own version of the Cruzer saws too; same arm design/motor placement/etc. but according to the specs has a slightly wider range for miter and bevel (only a couple degrees, but still notable). Same price point and warranty as well. Might be a great alternative if the Delta gets hard to find, or if you're like me and have a lot invested in other Ridgid stuff and want a matching orange saw.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I saw that! From my understanding that saw is still made by delta, just rebranded for Ridgid. There’s a few other tools like that too, like yesterday I saw the newest bench top planer is the exact same as the delta, just orange

[@Rubin5342]

John, love the outside the box thinking. //ji

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@garykorzelius5930]

Looks really good, love it. Thanks for showing me the centipede work table system. I bought the smaller one as I only have a small shop. I made my own top for it and since I got it I don't know how I lived without so easy to setup and take down its great.

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome man! I felt the same way!

[@ronstrode9124]

Do you have plans just for the mitre saw dust box?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

They’re just included in the whole plans 👍🏽

[@drewmcroberts]

Hey John - Very well put together video on your miter station build. I'm thinking about adapting your plans to put casters on the benches so they can be moved. How has the laminate held up for the counter tops?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Perfect 👍🏽

[@jewdd1989]

Ignore the whiny viewers. Honestly I wouldn’t change a damn thing about your mitre station! I’ve watched more mitre station builds than most just because I’m fascinated with organizing, build quality & technique, etc. and always look forward to improvements ppl make as the years have gone by… yours doesn’t need extra measuring tape surface on either side of your saw, it’s one of the best and most efficient stations I’ve seen with the added benefit of using less ply just as you mentioned. I love it, I love the french cleat idea of yours instead of drilling each clear directly to the wall, yours is set up on a sheet or two of ply and then installed which is a hell of a lot smarter considering the amount of holes in our drywall otherwise. You’re on you way up, I hope you never change the way you film and I hope you keep sharing your projects whether you have plans or not 👍🏼

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I really appreciate all that thank you!!

[@Tinker1950]

Very nice and tidy - I think it's a wonderful piece of work. I just wish I had a shop rather than a 150 year old barn with lumpy walls and no heating.

[@anthonycaldi7056]

Great setup! What miter Saw are you running?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

It’s the 12” Delta Cruzer. Just realized I never said the name in this video haha oops!

[@anthonycaldi7056]

@@JohnBuildsIt no worries. I get impatient at some point in the video you could clearly see it was the Delta Cruzer.

[@georgekatechis628]

you should do a full shop tour

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I will eventually!

[@garycrumrine9538]

John, without a fence how do you account for crown in the wood?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

The fence on the miter saw is the only thing you need and want to reference off of, being right where your cut/joinery will be

[@dbrimmage237]

Love your videos. But, I would like to see a videoof your shop layout. Thanks

[@chrisroyak4479]

Totally answered my dilemma of how\where to store my compressor hose reel! Glad to see you decided to make a set of plans for this! Also, congratulations on the 1.1 million views! (I'm sure I'm at least 50 of them 🤣)

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Hahaha i appreciate it man!

[@nikkihopson5362]

Awesome ideas! 😁

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Thank you!!

[@kevinhopson4291]

Awesome

[@guybowers9094]

I'm getting close to finishing my new shop addition and really like your cabinets which I will model mine after and I'm going to make a mitre station similar to yours so thanks for the video. Just wondering how wide are your widest doors on the cabinets

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Awesome glad it helped!!

[@jeffolsen3228]

You mentioned that each section is the same width so you can add sections or subtract. How wide is each section? Great build btw!

[@chrirule]

I'm happy to see another fellow Ridgid table saw user! Sometimes I get depressed by all the maker channels with SawStops 😂

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Not gonna lie man.. hoping to upgrade it soon to a sawstop 😂 my Ridgid has been frustrating to say the least!

[@jackdb]

Hi John, looks great. Working on my own with the same Delta Cruzer. How wide is your saw shelf? I’ve got mine at 29”, but have to pull the saw forward almost to the front in order to do mitered cuts. Looks like yours is a little wider, which lets you push the saw further back and still be able to make those miter cuts. Thanks!

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Mine is 46”. Quite a bit bigger than necessary. Looks like about 36” would be the perfect size!

[@jackdb]

@@JohnBuildsIt appreciate the advice. Keep up the great work with the channel, really enjoying your content!

[@jacobpicard5384]

I have s simple miter saw station built for my HUGE 12" Ridgid sliding miter saw. I recently upgraded to the new ridgid which is identical to your delta cruzer so now I'm going to build a new station that doesn't stick out near as far as my current one. My current station has a fence i built along the top on both sides of the saw that is flush with the fence on the saw. when i first saw your video i said ill build your design then just add a fence on both table top and have my stop block on the fence but my question is is it necessary to have a fence built across the whole table saw? i guess as long as the board is square to the saw fence thats all that matters. Whats your thoughts on this? TIA again great work!!!

[@jacobpicard5384]

haha sorry not 30 sec after i wrote this you talked about it in the video hahaha my bad. i think i will end up doing just the stop block and not the fence. Thanks

[@donaldcotnoir1865]

I am a new subscriber and I'm just starting the process of converting my 24'x24' garage into a workshop. Love the miter saw station. What did you use for the countertop material. Looks like a formica. Great video it's giving me a lot of ideas

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Yea it’s laminate! I show applying it in first build video 👍🏽 thanks for watching!!

[@markweatherford4668]

Love your videos John. 39" seems a bit high for this miter saw station. How tall are you?

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I’m 6’2”. Love it at this height

[@rickschefers8067]

How do I get the plans

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Linked in the video description 👍🏽

[@gedezena]

I made the payment and didn't receive the detailed project

[@JohnBuildsIt]

I see your order, send me an email

[@_alvarez_]

Hi I have subscribed on youtube your work is very cool I love carpentry, I need the name of the blue saw thank you very much I am one more to contribute thank you thank you

[@JohnBuildsIt]

Delta cruzer

[@kubarber8936]

++👍

[@JohnBuildsIt]

🙌🏼🙌🏼