Simple Stop Block System for Miter Saws [How to]

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The Grant Alexander

The Grant Alexander

Күн бұрын

In this video I show you how I added a stop block to my new dual bevel compound miter saw. It was made with some scrap bits of plywood and I put it together in just a few minutes. Adding a stop block to your miter saw helps you make repeatable cuts easier and faster.
Hope you enjoy!
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@michaelmyerrs9795
@michaelmyerrs9795 8 ай бұрын
Finally! It's Simple,practical,effective,straight forward and I don't need thousands of dollars worth of equipment to make a jig. Now I can go to sleep no more searching and I can make this tomorrow. Thank you.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 8 ай бұрын
Thanks! Good luck with making it 😁
@Poor_Mans_DIY
@Poor_Mans_DIY 3 жыл бұрын
You may consider it simple, but we consider it smart. Perfect example of working smarter and not harder! We are definitely curious what all those cut boards are going to become.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! The boards are not going into a fun project, but I am making a lot of drawers!!
@jackgowan2445
@jackgowan2445 11 ай бұрын
Simple and effective. I am going to make sure I can mount it to my saw and make one. The only thing I would suggest is adding a small (~1/8"-1/4") bevel on the bottom of the long fence to help prevent gathered dust in the corner from stopping the workpiece shy of the block and making pieces short.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 11 ай бұрын
Great addition, I actually did that on mine (but after the video was released) :)
@RatBasterd
@RatBasterd Жыл бұрын
This is great! I've been looking for a DIY stop block that doesn't involve t-tracks, band saws, and complex engineering. This is perfect. Thanks!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
You are welcome! Glad to help :)
@ElikemAwuyah
@ElikemAwuyah Жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I need for my flip cart miter saw
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Nice! Hope it works out for you 🍻
@jamesnasmith984
@jamesnasmith984 Жыл бұрын
Many mitre saw plans limit the range of stop block travel to left of the blade. Most of us are right-handed and the industry standard is a right mounted handle and trigger. Your bi-directional design is smart and simple.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I never thought about how it's bidirectional before, that's a great point 😁
@ezhomecatering
@ezhomecatering 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Grant. I'm new to woodworking and having just gotten my first miter saw I was looking for jigs for long cuts and this was just perfect. So thanks much for educating us novices. Appreciate it.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 ай бұрын
Have fun, happy to have helped 😁 and don't worry I am also a novice just sharing 😁
@3frogltd987
@3frogltd987 11 ай бұрын
Great idea, simple and effective. I suggest adding a small perpendicular block on top of the long inner stop block to keep the left end from dropping down when sliding it.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 11 ай бұрын
Thanks and great idea!
@RareRiddemz
@RareRiddemz 5 ай бұрын
One that just rides on top of the vertical ply? Great idea!
@graemewiltshire312
@graemewiltshire312 20 күн бұрын
Excellent 👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 20 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@WoodenItBeNice
@WoodenItBeNice 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Grant, This has to be the simplest stop block system I have seen and it looks brilliant. Keeping this video for reference for when I need to make one. Great video. Take care Grant. Cheers, Huw
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Huw, i like to keep things simple because it's the only way I can figure them out 🤣🤣
@RareRiddemz
@RareRiddemz 5 ай бұрын
This is what I've been looking for! It's so simple and effective!!! I'm absolutely making this tomorrow. I think I'll attach some sort of thin ruler to the outfeed side for ease of reference rather than having to measure.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 5 ай бұрын
Thanks! I had considered adding measurements, but if you ever remove it or need to recut the "zero clearance" you will need to change the measurements.. so I decided against it😂
@CommercialForest
@CommercialForest 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Grant- I love simple modifications that make projects exponentially easier. You nailed it!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I got lots of use out of this quick and simple project 😊
@FixitFingers
@FixitFingers 3 жыл бұрын
Love me a long stop block for getting up close. I've had to extend the fence like this, very handy!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Long and close, such an interesting pair, lol. It has come in handy for sure! I can't believe I never did this before!
@o.g.bwoodwork
@o.g.bwoodwork 3 жыл бұрын
Such a simple, yet effective idea. Love it.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Sometimes simple is the way to go 😊
@o.g.bwoodwork
@o.g.bwoodwork 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander 100% agree.
@SmallFryCreations
@SmallFryCreations 3 жыл бұрын
Just made this today!! Super handy and so simple!! Thank you for sharing!!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear! (And see on Instagram 😁) thanks Ainslee 🍻
@BobsWoodStuff
@BobsWoodStuff 3 жыл бұрын
Nice design for the stop block. Simple and effective. I also like that you have the wider block for cutting shorter pieces.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob 😁 as Forest would say, simple is as simple does 🤣🤣
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Grant, It's a practical and nice idea. I like the miter saw stop block system. Useful and simple construction. Congratulations. Actually, I also need such a block system. However, my workshop is very small. I have to find a solution to this. Thank you for sharing. Stay healthy and safe. See you all the time. Cheers buddy.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Mehmet, it was a nice and simple build and will come in handy for the future. I think you will be able to come up with something very suitable for your shop. Can't wait to see what you come up with. Cheers!
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander You're welcome, my friend. I thank you. Yes, I have to do something. Always stay healthy and happy. Cheers buddy.
@msotolopez
@msotolopez 9 ай бұрын
Just perfect for my wainscoting project. 👍🏼👍🏼
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 9 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@jlife7637
@jlife7637 3 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea for a stop block. Simple and useful. If I have this tool, I will have to make it.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It really helps when you are making repetitive cuts (like all of the bits of plywood in the background in this video)
@BlackDogWoodwork
@BlackDogWoodwork 3 жыл бұрын
Pretty handy. Like how you can bring the stop almost right up to the blade. Sweet!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! You could definitely make the stop block go all the way to the blade, but this was the bit of scrap that I had and it served the purpose I needed at the time, lol!
@SujMenon
@SujMenon 3 жыл бұрын
Cool design Grant 🍻👍. A double stop block system.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm sure there is a more complex way of making this into a single stop block system, but I'm pretty simple🤣🤣
@BYOTools
@BYOTools 3 жыл бұрын
So simple and I LOVE it. I will have to make one of these in the very near future. Thanks so much.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brent! Even though we talked about this the other day and I said I wouldn't redo the project just to make a video I changed my mind the next day🤣🤣
@FFD_Restorations
@FFD_Restorations 3 жыл бұрын
I love the energy in this video. Very well delivered Grant 👌 I also like how the video flows, gives so much information in such a short time. Have a great day you too 🍻
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Boris! It was a fun video to make and I did it all in one day😁
@HighCaliberCraftsman
@HighCaliberCraftsman 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I like that zero clearance action! I need to make that on mine once I have a dedicated area for it.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! It's only 4 screws so if you need to make a bunch of cuts it's worth it even if you don't have something permanent set up 😊
@akasnajo
@akasnajo 2 жыл бұрын
I built this! Great upgrade for my basic miter saw!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear! Thanks for letting me know 😁😁
@dottyjyoung
@dottyjyoung 9 ай бұрын
That's actually NOT what I was looking for tonight, but is damned helpful anyway! 🖖 Thank you.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 9 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! 🙌
@inspiringbuilds
@inspiringbuilds 3 жыл бұрын
Simple yet effective. Definitely would do this for just making 90 degree cuts, nice job! Keep up the great work as the goal is to inspire others to build something awesome! 👍🏼
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I think it could be used with any angle you just wouldn't have the zero clearance part ☺️
@pteddie6965
@pteddie6965 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Grant. This is an outstanding creative, functional and simple to build system. I am kinda 'booked up' for this week, but next week I'm gonna build this puppy for my DeWalt saw. Thanks for the video.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I hope it works out well for you 😁
@richardmiller191
@richardmiller191 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I think the zero clearance is brilliant. Makes measuring easier and more accurate. It was always a pain to measure and draw a line on the wood and then bring down the blade to see where exactly it would cut and figure what side of the line to cut. This eliminates the guesswork.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Richard! If I'm only making one or two cuts I often just measure from the zero clearance line and make a mark on the fence. Like you said, much more accurate than marking the workpiece.
@janetbayford133
@janetbayford133 4 ай бұрын
Really neat!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@georgiospapadopoulos2066
@georgiospapadopoulos2066 2 жыл бұрын
I love the simplicity and functionality of your design!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Georgios! 😁
@georgiospapadopoulos2066
@georgiospapadopoulos2066 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander Thank you sir! Keep up the good work!
@BusyBeeLiving
@BusyBeeLiving 3 жыл бұрын
Simple and effective. I really like that blade width cut in the fence as well. Makes it really simple to line up a pencil line quickly and accurately for one time cuts as well! Thanks for sharing
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great tip as well😁😁
@MjPersonal
@MjPersonal 9 ай бұрын
Boom! Nice!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 9 ай бұрын
Thanks!!
@davebauerart
@davebauerart 3 жыл бұрын
Looks good! Nice touch with the extended arm stop block for shorter cuts.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave! That came out of necessity as I needed to make a bunch of smaller cuts! lol
@BKRcustommotorbikes
@BKRcustommotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Works great. Makes me think that I could extend the fence on my mitre saw station across the mitre saw for sero clearance and and smaller cuts😁
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate! You should totally do that, zero clearance is where it's at!
@BKRcustommotorbikes
@BKRcustommotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander mabye when I finally get around to making a zero clearance insert🤣🤣
@tombrownrigg8794
@tombrownrigg8794 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice, thank you
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome 😁
@kiethbiasillo4678
@kiethbiasillo4678 2 жыл бұрын
This was great, I had a similar idea, however, this was even simpler. next, just need to make a version for my 45's too. nice job.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I've done 45s with this one before, you just end up cutting through your zero clearance fence (which is fine because you can just slide it down and recut it to zero clearance once you are done) if you want to you can also make 45 degree stop blocks, but i didn't find it necessary in my case. Good luck!
@kiethbiasillo4678
@kiethbiasillo4678 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander my thought was that I might just make it dual purpose so I can just flip the boards and attach for a miter. One way may be all I need, I think…? Thanks again, I especially liked the fact that you fit this in such a short video. I have subscribed to see some of your other stuff too! L8r
@jacobdaugherty4052
@jacobdaugherty4052 3 жыл бұрын
That's a lot of good tips for a short video. Great job!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jacob! I tried to cram as much as I could into this video 😁😁
@DsHardWoodCreations
@DsHardWoodCreations 3 жыл бұрын
Super simple but definitely great functionality.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It has worked out perfect for me so far🍻
@AncoraImparoPiper
@AncoraImparoPiper 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant. Just what I was looking for. Thank you.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome ☺️
@papergatorzfedducca7998
@papergatorzfedducca7998 2 жыл бұрын
I just made mine today and I love it!!🔥🔥🔥
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome to hear!
@leighhardy9926
@leighhardy9926 Жыл бұрын
Just what I was looking for. Thanks
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Happy to help 😁
@erykfreethinker7147
@erykfreethinker7147 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Grant, thank you for this video. You just gave me the idea I needed to create a stop for repetitive ruling work on an old fashioned draughting board! The inspirations you provide are not limited to woodworking! Many thanks, Eryk.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Eryk, thanks so much for commenting! You are always so willing to take inspiration and that makes me smile 😊 Hope you have a great day!
@davidcondit388
@davidcondit388 2 ай бұрын
Perfect!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@clintscreations9466
@clintscreations9466 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant idea Thanks Grant
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Clint😊
@IrishChippy
@IrishChippy 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice. Very simple. I do not have a mitre saw, but something like that would work on my table saw sled. When I have repetition pieces to cut I usually end up making a temporary stop with screws/clamps.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pascal😊 I will be adding something similar to this when I finally make a cross cut sled. I've used screws and clamps before, but sometimes it's nice to have a dedicated piece (especially when all the clamps are in use 🤣🤣)
@CartersShed
@CartersShed 3 жыл бұрын
Nice, easy and simple. just like me! Great job Grant.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't tell everyone you are easy 🤣🤣🤣
@wb_finewoodworking
@wb_finewoodworking 3 жыл бұрын
Very well done Grant. I’ll have to remember this one the next time I need to cut a lot of pieces the same length on my miter saw. It’s very easy to make and wouldn’t cost much either. I usually use a sled on my table saw. You need to watch my last video and use a clamp to hold small pieces at the drill press. 😁👍🏻
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
hahah Don, I was thinking of you when I drilled these pieces as I had already watched the video. I guess I just like to live dangerously! At least I am not wearing gloves eh? 🤣🤣
@musc258
@musc258 2 жыл бұрын
Quick simple video, excellent work.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@papergatorzfedducca7998
@papergatorzfedducca7998 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks New Subscriber 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate your support
@JustMightDIY
@JustMightDIY 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! This looks really handy. Thanks for sharing!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I hope to see something similar on your saw soon 😉
@JustinLoFranco
@JustinLoFranco Жыл бұрын
Legit. Thank you
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
My pleasure 🍻
@VermontCA1864
@VermontCA1864 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! That's exactly what I need 👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to be of service😁
@djjinerson
@djjinerson 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job, gonna copy soon…..The crazy solutions i come up with to jimmy rig stop blocks is hilarious and time consuming, I just need to bite the bullet set a little time aside to do this 👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It was the same thing for me. And this didn't take much time at all! 😁
@calmsea1604
@calmsea1604 Жыл бұрын
F’en Genius!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@tomdutile1151
@tomdutile1151 3 жыл бұрын
Just what I was look for!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help 👍
@MyDIYAdventures
@MyDIYAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Simple and effective! Very nice!👍👍👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, simple and effective is how I hope to live my life, lol!
@MyDIYAdventures
@MyDIYAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
You’re speaking my language buddy!🍻
@Jeff_Eats_Local
@Jeff_Eats_Local 3 жыл бұрын
Great addition to the shop! Very useful setup!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff! I couldn't agree more, it is very useful for sure!
@thahiraumer7236
@thahiraumer7236 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks...!🙏
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
@andrewharrowfield9487
@andrewharrowfield9487 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you this video was very helpful
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it, thanks for watching and commenting 😊
@williamfotiou7577
@williamfotiou7577 10 ай бұрын
Thanks bud, that was extremely helpful. 👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 10 ай бұрын
My pleasure! Hope it works out for you
@RLLWoodworks
@RLLWoodworks 3 жыл бұрын
What an absolutely superb build video! Of all the tips and tricks I think I liked the paper shim the best. Nice job buddy!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rory, you know it wouldn't exist without you 😉 Appreciate the encouragement and support.
@miketony2069
@miketony2069 2 жыл бұрын
very cool!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks😁
@thumbwiz
@thumbwiz 3 жыл бұрын
I like how simple this is, so I'll be making it too. I just discovered your channel, and enjoying it. Plus you're from Canada!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Les! Happy to hear you are enjoying the channel 🍻🇨🇦
@CharacterRedWorkshop
@CharacterRedWorkshop 3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome and simple design that’s so functional!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! It makes me wish I had done it years ago!
@JessyRenae
@JessyRenae 10 ай бұрын
This is amazing! Thank you!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 10 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@EthanCarterDesigns
@EthanCarterDesigns 3 жыл бұрын
Dude! I've seen a bunch of stop block videos and honestly this is probably the most accessible one I've seen! Great stuff bud! Oh and using the piece of paper to add just the slightest gap is brilliant!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Simple things from a simple guy. 😊😊I wanted to use a playing card like April, but all I could find was some paper🤣🤣
@EthanCarterDesigns
@EthanCarterDesigns 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander Haha! I like the paper vs. the card!
@omrjordan4847
@omrjordan4847 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, your good man.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, I'm glad you enjoyed the video
@sitka250
@sitka250 7 ай бұрын
I'm making it today!!!!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 7 ай бұрын
Awesome to hear!
@jaitrinidad
@jaitrinidad 3 жыл бұрын
this is so nice. stay safe and see you around!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you😊
@sraldous
@sraldous 10 ай бұрын
Perfect, I just made one myself!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 10 ай бұрын
That's awesome!
@diegoaguillon83
@diegoaguillon83 2 жыл бұрын
Thats a baby stop block homie
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@billybike57
@billybike57 5 ай бұрын
Great idea!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@QuietJust
@QuietJust 2 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Your welcome! Happy to help😁
@kobe1901
@kobe1901 2 жыл бұрын
Cool!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@samsboringchannel
@samsboringchannel 2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a great but simple system man, i'm gonna be building myself a mitre station soon and I reckon this could definitely feature! Cheers
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sam! I think with your ingenuity you can take it to another level and not make something as boring as my system 🤣🤣
@samsboringchannel
@samsboringchannel 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander haha, I think it's perfectly boring!!! Maybe i'll add a tape measure!!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
@@samsboringchannel i thought about that, but this way anytime the zero clearance gets ruined i can just shift the plywood closer to the middle and cut it again.
@samsboringchannel
@samsboringchannel 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander makes sense to me, plus knowing what I'm like I wouldn't trust my own tape and would have to keep re checking!
@sumosprojects
@sumosprojects 3 жыл бұрын
Good onya buddy, workshop upgrades & community support are important eh in these times.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dirk! It is always nice to upgrade a tool and make it a bit more functional! Appreciate all the support mate 🍻
@justinbyers1441
@justinbyers1441 3 жыл бұрын
Ok, that's pretty slick right there boss 👌 cheers man 🍻
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, pretty simple, but that's the way I like it😊
@wamcraft8795
@wamcraft8795 3 жыл бұрын
Simple efficace j'adore 💪 Thanks you 👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Merci beaucoup mon ami! J'aime garder les choses simples si je peux 😊
@johnmay371
@johnmay371 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@19woodworks
@19woodworks 3 жыл бұрын
Anything Simple, I like. 😁 Great video brother!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Haha I wonder why🤣🤣 thanks for watching it's good to hear from you😊
@mauricion6608
@mauricion6608 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful my friend 👍🏼
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could be of service 👍🍻
@SoCalSaluki
@SoCalSaluki 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I needed for my new miter saw. What’s the purpose of doing that first cut just scoring the board then going back and cutting full depth on the 2nd pass?
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael! The scoring cut is used to prevent/lessen tear out on the top of the board. 👍
@ThyAsianMan
@ThyAsianMan 4 ай бұрын
This is exactly what I needed! I don’t have a huge bench to install a stop block like all the other videos. Also that’s an awesome trick to use the tape measure while it’s on your belt. What tape measurer is that?
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 4 ай бұрын
Thanks! It's a Milwaukee tape measure, but lots of other brands exist 😁
@FlippinRejects
@FlippinRejects 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome job. Great idea as always.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shane! Necessity breeds creativity or something like that🤣
@FlippinRejects
@FlippinRejects 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander absolutely
@MadeByMarylou
@MadeByMarylou 3 жыл бұрын
Nice, that's great!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marylou! 😁
@spindlesworkshop9744
@spindlesworkshop9744 3 жыл бұрын
great tip!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😁
@DeadriseWoodCrafts
@DeadriseWoodCrafts 3 жыл бұрын
Nice hack brother!!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Emmett!! 😊😊
@jdpalettes3753
@jdpalettes3753 3 жыл бұрын
Super l'ami ce système est bien utile ! 😉
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Merci! Oui c'est super utile! 😁😁
@grumpywoodchucker
@grumpywoodchucker 3 жыл бұрын
Slick!
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😊😊
@kle2217
@kle2217 2 жыл бұрын
Is there a way of adding a fence so that you don't reduce the thickness of your cross cut amount? Screwing a wooden board to the front of the miter fence automatically reduces the amount of cross cut size you can do by a 3/4". Wish there was a way to add the board fence that is flushed to your miter saw fence or even screwing the board to the back of the metal miter saw fence instead, though the way the miter saw fence is designed, this would be harder.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
There are ways of doing this, but it's much more complicated. Sometimes you need to sacrifice one thing (depth of cut) for something else (convenience) good luck👍
@kle2217
@kle2217 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander Thanks. By the way, what T knob and T nut sizes are you using? I'd like to perhaps do your stop block as well. thx
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Not sure exactly what I used, it was just what I had on hand. Good luck!
@spiritofscouse
@spiritofscouse 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent.can I use a one inch thick X 4 inch wood
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I would suggest using plywood because it is more stable, but you might be able to use solid wood. Good luck 🍻
@Funkafella01
@Funkafella01 Жыл бұрын
Will this work on 45 degree miter cuts? I’ve been searching for a good system and this one looks both simple and easy to put together. Thanks for sharing.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
It would, but then the "zero clearance" wouldn't be there any more. I've used it on 45s before the only thing is the stop block needs to be changed to a 45 one 😁
@eronvt
@eronvt Жыл бұрын
👍👍
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@OmegaRecon65
@OmegaRecon65 Жыл бұрын
Hi ya Grant! I like the video. This stop block system looks fairly easy. My question is: Can you use MDF to make this or does it have to be plywood? I'm sure plywood would last longer, but wasn't too try to use what I have on hand. Thank you for the video and for taking the time to make it. 👍😀
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I don't think MDF would be strong enough. 3/4 plywood seems to be the right choice for stability, but if you have scrap MDF give it a try and let me know how it works out
@tasfiahartacademy
@tasfiahartacademy 3 жыл бұрын
Hi friend new friends here stay connect ♥️🤝👍🙏
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting 👍👍
@jamasottinger6263
@jamasottinger6263 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea, however, I see a problem with this with a miter saw that doesn't have the sliding capabilities, which means that will take away from the width that i can cut. Any ideas on how to modify this for a stationary miter saw?
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I agree it takes away some of the cutting depth, which is frustrating even if you have a sliding miter saw🤣 you are always 1" from the edge of the cut you want to make. In terms of a solution for you, I would build a structure (like wings on the side of your miter saw stand) that's in line with fence. Then you can add a stop block system to that. Good luck!
@jamasottinger6263
@jamasottinger6263 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander thanks. Been trying to figure out the wing system for it but can’t quite get it
@carlflemmig4962
@carlflemmig4962 2 жыл бұрын
Grant, I'm impressed with that stop block. It looks so simlpe that I might even be able to make it. All I know for sure is I'm gonna try. I'm new at wood working so I have a lot to learn. Like any hobby or anything else for that matter in life you never stop learning and the only way to learn is to ask. So my question is way did you make to a cut across the top of the board and then cut it again to finish the cut with your miter saw, Instead of just cutting it in one pass? Thanks and have a great day. Carl
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carl! I'm sure you will be able to get it done! I do the cut across the top of the wood and then a second pass through it because it gives a cleaner cut. I don't know the exact reason why it works, but I know that it does😂😂 good luck with the new hobby 🍻
@carlflemmig4962
@carlflemmig4962 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander Grant thanks for taking the time to reply to my comment. Carl
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
No problem, anytime 😁
@jakeparks3324
@jakeparks3324 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I have been looking for a spot that does that involve a T track. I have a few questions though. Firstly, ha here is the knob in the final result? Is into on the back if the fence? I assume so, but then how does it stay it place when you put lumber up agasint it? I have an idea but I’m not certain.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jake! Good questions and after the video was released I realized I didn't show exactly how the knob works. It does screw directly into the back of the fence. It stays in place because the screw digs into the plywood fence. It's not perfect as it will eventually wear out, but you can always replace it 😁
@jakeparks3324
@jakeparks3324 Жыл бұрын
@@TheGrantAlexander that is what I was thinking but I was not sure if it would hold tight enough. I bought all the material and plan on making the stop block soon. I already made a fence using your method.
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander Жыл бұрын
@@jakeparks3324 awesome! Let me know how it turns out 😁
@williamredman-rz9vw
@williamredman-rz9vw 2 ай бұрын
i have a question, can you use the stop block on either end of the mitre/ saw
@TheGrantAlexander
@TheGrantAlexander 2 ай бұрын
Yes you can and I have done that occasionally. Obviously, you would need to make a different one depending on the side for the stop block that reaches past the saw's original fence.
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