Another good material option might be laminate flooring. It's extremely stable and fairly inexpensive . Plus it slides on another piece nicely. You can also glue the locking ends together to get 8' or more of length. Great video , and you're right, $900 to cut a straight line ,give me a break !
@karlwarnes6062
2 жыл бұрын
I use laminate flooring just as you said
@d-roo1563
4 жыл бұрын
Love this idea. I think I’m going to make this but with PolyMetal or Ultraboard (plastic core w/ thin aluminum sheets on the outside). They’re super rigid for being 1/4 or 3/8. They use it for signs. Thanks for the being transparent about your design/material flaws. 👍
@spencebomb
4 жыл бұрын
"You don't need to spend $900 just to cut a straight line" - never have truer words been spoken. Thanks for posting!
@mymate18
4 жыл бұрын
straight ye but if u wanted a clean cut good luck
@SuperZmeister
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Caution your followers that the Ryobi 6 1/2 18v saw is for light cutting of short duration. I replaced mine today after learning that lesson. It was brand new fresh out of the box, and no where as strong as my old blue 18v. I believe it’s the ‘brushless’ motor that is the weak link. Same for the new soft impact driver. Keep up with the informative vids.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
4 жыл бұрын
I'll agree with you about the Ryobi saw. I was in Home Depot the other day and saw a guy about to purchase one. I told him that if he just wants to break down plywood cheaply, the Ryobi would be fine, but if he's going to use it for cutting treated lumber, he needs to go for a different option. He thanked me and put the saw back on the shelf. I haven't tried the the soft impact driver, but I've been impressed with the other drivers and drills I use from Ryobi.
@marklawrence74
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, easily the simplest and most cost effective way to make a track saw. Getting mine done now. Thumbs up
@TheOrcasRule
4 жыл бұрын
I have that same saw (the Ryobi) it is kind of hard to use on other homemade track saw guides because there's only that one inch part. I often end up getting an angled cut because it's hard to keep it flush 100% of the time. This new build fixes that problem! Thanks for the video!
@jarse1991
3 жыл бұрын
100's of videos on how to make a diy tracksaw, but I think this one is the best. Easy, simple, and effective. Great video :)
@caseykittel
5 жыл бұрын
Nice! A fix for the flex? Add a piece of angle iron to the right side of the base (from the operators point of view). angle iron (or even square stock) can be screwed down to the surface and it will stiffen the whole base. It doesn’t need to be slotted through or anything like that.
@HepauDK
5 жыл бұрын
My thought excactly. Oh, and bevel or round the leading edge so you don't risk the cord catching on the end. It would be a nice touch to countersink it from the bottom with a router though, then there is also less the cord can catch on. :)
@KipIngram
3 жыл бұрын
Nice. I like the dovetails. I've watched a lot of videos like this, and most of them seem to suffer from the "initial straight" problem - you guys that have a table saw have no worries, but those of us who don't have to figure out how to establish that "first straight edge" to use as a reference for later straights. I'm fortunate - about 17 years ago I did a bunch of work with some engineered aluminum, and I have a few pieces of it still around. It's too heavy to use in a routine use jig, but at least I can use it to bootstrap my first straight cuts.
@stevewayne1359
5 жыл бұрын
To reinforce your guide so it is not so flexible, just mount (screw/glue) a vertical brace (to the right of the saw motor on the track - i.e opposite side to cutting edge of track)) perpendicular to the track. Works better than increasing the thickness of the MDF, much cheaper, saves weight AND it gives you something to hold onto when moving the track into position or moving around. I had a similar setup in my workshop (professional sound/lighting manufacture) and found this was the most effective way to brace. My vertical brace was about 4" high and made from plywood (about 3/4" thick) attached using Titebond 50 (I think that is sold as Titebond II in your country) brad nails and some screws
@shihan1809
5 жыл бұрын
This would have been my comment, almost to the letter. I've found you can cut pick up handles into the rigid spine, which further reduces weight and makes it even easier to handle. A little extra work, but worth the time. outstanding video though, thank you
@pentearmacaco
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent design. Simplicity itself! The biggest challenge is making a really straight first cut, or counting on the mdf edge to be straight.
@luckydog7995
4 жыл бұрын
Old school methods have been around for years. I used 1/4" tempered hardboard and aluminum "U" channels to make my 8 foot cutter. Prior to that I had a threshold from an extra wide 9' sliding door (left over from a job) as a guide which was very sturdy and straight but not directly attached to the saw. Most of the time I cut plywood under 4 foot long and use the Kreg Accu-Cut system with a cordless saw for that or my table saw when needed. I am a cheap guy and also don't want to spend a lot of time making a long track saw but enjoyed your video.
@kenea3226
4 жыл бұрын
I have been looking at buying one used, not now. Definitely going to build one.
@terryevans297
4 жыл бұрын
I just finished making a bed for my radial arm saw. Since I anticipate destroying a narrow portion, I made a plate using angle cuts on the sides like you did. I have two projects in the works right now; 1. A joiners mallet and and 2. A reasonable copy of your cutting guide. Thank you so much!
@9700am
4 жыл бұрын
Very simple idea, well presented. The dovetailed runner is a nice touch, too. Will give this a build.🇬🇧
@ryanfrancisco8606
4 жыл бұрын
i own a dewalt circular saw and a Milwaukee 18v saw and i like both these saws and had a similar track made up myself until two weeks a go a brought the festool just had to see what all the hype was about and man a will never regret buying it its like driving a Chevy then getting a Ferrari if you can afford the festool i would highly recommend as it is smooth and gives a perfect cut
@rexoliver7780
5 жыл бұрын
Excellent little video and this can be used with any saw.Also liked that there was no stupid music!Want to hear tools runnin'-no dumb music-the narration of this was excellent
@crmcbrideww
5 жыл бұрын
This is the best design I've seen for a DIY track saw. I did how go with a track saw because the dust collection is far superior.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
Track saws definitely have better dust collection, especially considering mine has none. I designed mine for the needs of my shop, which is to break down plywood before it ever gets to the shop. I appreciate the kind words, and really appreciate you watching .
@harlandmcwatters8431
4 жыл бұрын
Hats off to you for using what you have to improve the quality of your own projects. Big THUMBS UP!!
@bobcalgarycanada8582
5 жыл бұрын
You came up with a Solution that is Simple, Accurate and doesnt break the Bank Thanks for sharing your Expertise
@vincentmah3906
5 жыл бұрын
Your previous track saw was one of the best DIY track saw i've seen on youtube and made. It's so stable and doesn't wonder of the track, making accurate cuts each time. Thanks for sharing version 2.
@BlessedLaymanNC
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I like that you beveled the track so the saw is locked in during the cut.
@19woodworks
5 жыл бұрын
So many different products out there to cut straight lines. I like the idea, I just wish I had the space to make and be able to keep something like this.
@gwarlow
5 жыл бұрын
How does a video with so many positive comments manage to receive so many dislikes. Are there that many miserable people out there? Oh well... This is one of the most detailed videos on this topic. Thanks for sharing (300+ thumbs up!).
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your kind words. I've wondered the same thing. Anonymity causes folks to do things that they probably wouldn't do face to face. Example: guitar instruction video on how to play Stairway to Heaven. Instead of marveling at the guy's skill, thumbs down because I dont like Led Zeppelin, don't like the guitar he's using, his hair is too short, he spelled something wrong in the video description, and on and on, totally missing the opportunity to learn something. Sometimes you can learn something valuable that has nothing to do with thing being made. Yes, it's frustrating when folks miss the entire point of a video, but I'm happy that most people get it. And thank YOU, for watching, commenting, and getting it.
@blakeloke5586
5 жыл бұрын
I'm new to KZitem and just found your channel and subscribed. As you mentioned, some of your viewers complained about music being too loud. Thank you for listening to your audience. Some creators feel that loud, head banging music attracts viewers and subscribers. Far from true with me. I search out channels to learn and see craftsmen like you create items of interest. I have a music system when I want to listen to music. Thanks for your track guide ideas!
@TheSavvyREInvestor
4 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Thanks for posting this. Plans, diagrams, or zooming in on some of the details like the dovetails would enhance the utility of the video.
@austinthomaswoolery
5 жыл бұрын
I'm a mobile carpenter who runs out of a cargo trailer. I love this idea and ill be making one for myself tomorrow. Ill be using 1/2 inch pt plywood for mine for weather purposes. Breaking down sheets on a contractors table saw sucks. Ill most likely go buy another milwaukee 6 1/2 in saw and dedicate it as my track saw with the base setup on it.
4 жыл бұрын
I always find really cheap second hand circular saws, around $10-$20, seems like a good thing to convert them to.
@RobertMSmith1
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the ideas and the lack of background noise is very much appreciated . Nice shop also .
@CharlieGroh
5 жыл бұрын
I'm a working carpenter/cabinetmaker/finish dude. Years ago I made a guide using a metal rule (at 4' but there are longer) screwed to a piece of Baltic birch (because it's extremely stabile and will take a lickin'...that's the whole rig. I run my 6.5 inch kit saw along the metal (which is affixed with 1/2" screws and they suffice quite nicely). I've been handling saws and such for my entire adult life and I think I've replaced/recut the Baltic birch once in 30-odd years. I use it mainly in the field for on-site jobs. When Festool came out I was initially impressed with the tools, until I saw the price tag. I'll stick with my method 'til I'm outa here...
@rebeccaanderson2907
5 жыл бұрын
That was so cool. I am starting to do some wood projects as a way to relax from work. Girls can do things too. I was looking for track saws and seen this. So much for buying one. I can make it now.
@1959Berre
5 жыл бұрын
For my guide I used 10 mm HDF (high density fiberboard) with a high gloss finish. I simply screwed an aluminium curtain rail on top of it with 10 mm long screws. Works like a charm an does not flex sideways, at least much less than MDF.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
Where are you located? I can't find HDF where I am, but I know it's used in Europe.
@1959Berre
5 жыл бұрын
@@FranklinWoodWorks2016 I live in Belgium, Europe, indeed. The HDF I use actually is a laminated floor board by the name of "Quickstep". It comes in all kinds of different fake "wood" grains and colors. The bottom surface of these boards is a high gloss melanine, very slick, very slippery, since it is supposed to move as changing ambient temperature causes shrinking or expansion of the floor. So, the Quickstep boards are not glued nor are they nailed to the floor.
@allenherinckx4474
5 жыл бұрын
Great build. Love to see people improve there designs and safety, but most important quality of videos and content. Thanks for the update, sorry for some of the rough comments. Lots of people have table saw and track saws because the track saw is safer to break down sheet goods.
@dougsholly9323
5 жыл бұрын
I know everyone here is offering up improvement ideas, so I hope you don't mind mine as well. Personally, I would probably add a tapered bolt countersunk to the underside of the saw base plate and held in place with an epoxy. Then I would get a threaded knob to hold the saw on the plate. This would make removing the saw from the plate quick and easy. You could probably get away with just 2 screws front and back.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
Valid idea. You'd have to go with 1/2 for the base plate to have room to bury the bolt head.
@cloudrouju526
5 жыл бұрын
adding a 2" strip of plywood should solve the too flexible problem. you can also add a few handles too.
@justin7649
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, but no. That was one of the reasons why he made this new design. The last one was too thick, meaning he was limiting the sawing depth.
@cloudrouju526
4 жыл бұрын
Justin not on the track but on the shoulder.
@MicrobialWorld
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Attach a strip on 1/2 inch plywood on top of the guide on side of the saw's motor. That way the cutting depth won't be compromised and the guide will have sufficient rigidity.
@elmoblatch9787
5 жыл бұрын
Well done. Greetings from Easter Island. Man, watch your fingers on that table saw...some hasty technique there.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind that camera angles can be deceiving. As a guitar player, my fingers are quite necessary, so I never get my fingers close to the blade. It's awesome to think that some is watching me from Easter Island. Be well my friend.
@w4shep
4 жыл бұрын
What a great design for an overpriced tool! Thanks for sharing. Another way you could add rigidity to the guide without changing the size your MDF would be to add a long stiff board or square metal tubing along the full length of your guide on the side opposite the cut side. Just a thought.
@dtdavie01
4 жыл бұрын
any tubing would work really to be honest. great thought.
@MulletWoodStudio
3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the exact same thing. To be honest even using thicker MDF for that one part would do the job. He’s made a great guide though that I will definitely be building ASAP.
@MintStiles
4 жыл бұрын
There are accessory tracks for track saws that you can get, they are admittedly pricy. I use a plywood track for less important cuts as well. Just be aware that in a proper track saw, the combination of blade teeth design, plunge mechanism, dust collection and rubber support edge - amongst other features - makes it superior for applications such as furniture building or mission critical cuts or joint edges. These DIY tracks have their own application, such as material breakdown or accurate floor and structural wood cutting.
@gunslinger270
2 жыл бұрын
I dont agree at all, Ive seen edges cut with a diy track that are just as precise as those cut by specialized equipment. Its often the archer, not the bow.
@MintStiles
2 жыл бұрын
@@gunslinger270 each to his own. But my Makita track saws give me finish ready edges on even veneer MDF each time. The DIY track I only use for construction stuff. Not only do you lose 5/8-3/4 out of the base (which has other issues), the finish is never perfect. They are acceptable, but not (near) perfect. The archer matters yes, but you are not going to get Gold in Olympics with a wooden bow either.
@nicolek4076
5 жыл бұрын
You could make the guide more rigid by adding a thickness of MDF on the side away from the blade. There should be enough space underneath the saw motor housing.
@leobuis9568
5 жыл бұрын
Dovetailing the guide rails was a nice touch and an elegant simple solution to the main problem with homemade saw guides. I plan on building some butcher block countertops in the near future, and your simple accurate saw guide plans will come in handy, thanks!
@jeffharmed1616
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Two things. First you can get by 95% of the time with a 48 inch track. Secondly the plunge saw is so superior to the standard circular saw that once you have one, you’ll never go back
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
The 48" thing may be true for most folks, but it's not true for me at all. I'm constantly breaking down full sheets where I need the full length. As for the plunge saw, you are correct there too. But, for that outlay of money there would definitely be no going back. It's the law of diminishing returns. I'm not willing to pay 30 times the amount of money for a 5% better cut. But that's just me. I'm cheap.
@maxfedor1
5 жыл бұрын
Jeff Harmed would be true if 95% time I was cross cutting sheets. Ripping sheets down to manageable size so I can throw it through my job site table saw (no Infeed or out feed tables) is why most trades would want a track saw.. ripping 3” pieces, I would have at least 6 pieces cut b4 track saw guy has finished in doing his clamps on his first 3” wide piece. Track saws have their place, I have the festool , but it doesn’t replace my ts nor my worm drive saw. For cutting dimensional lumber my skill 77d cuts at least twice as fast as my festool.
@jimh472
5 жыл бұрын
Perhaps reverse what you said at 6:42. If not losing saw depth is a priority having a .25 base works better. The .5 mdf on top should still give you the added rigidity you're after. Just a thought.
@waltp3373
5 жыл бұрын
You're full of Yankee ingenuity. Thanks for no music. Absolutely not necessary.
@JDnBeastlet
5 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I have been thinking about a track saw for the rare times when I have to cut sheet goods. The economy of this solution is a perfect fit for my needs.
@HBSuccess
5 жыл бұрын
FWIW- I like 1/4” material for these types of saw guides. Anything thicker is a pain. I use a good grade of plywood. Lasts longer and is much stiffer than MDF . I use a 1/4” aluminum bar for the upper rail and bolt through from the bottom. I am going to adapt this dovetailed design to my guides but instead of alum or plywood will get some 1/4” composite or acrylic. Thin/rigid as possible.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
Acrylic for the base plate is a great idea! Thanks for letting me know.
@mikecarroll3132
5 жыл бұрын
You could always add a strip of 1/2" or 3/4" MDF to the base opposite the blade. Thickness would depend on the saw's motor clearance. That would stiffen up the unit!
@mymate18
4 жыл бұрын
1/4 inch on the bottom to allow your saw to cut deeper ie. few sheets of ply at the same
@raleighsexton7734
5 жыл бұрын
A couple of factors make factory track saws effective. Most expensive saws can plunge cut (something a diyer can replicate with a hinge on the baseplate) but they don't wear the edge of the track out with repeated cuts like my homemade version has. Peter Millard, a professional woodworker in London, UK, has done a brilliant series on track saws, how they work, and what to look for. One of the best things I gleaned from that series was that Festool (and others) puts a rubber chip strip in a rabbet at the edge of the track itself. This virtually eliminates chip out on the work piece and minimizes it on the waste piece. They are replaceable as a consumable item and sell for a few dollars. That rubber strip might increase the cost of your track saw from $7 to $20 but will long term increase your cutting satisfaction as one of Festool's clean cutting secrets comes to your track saw! And will will make all the Festool fan boys who commented below go "Dam! Why'd he tell that?" Here's where Peter tells all: kzitem.info/news/bejne/tKacmoyda52iqH4 BTW, I see that Kreg's Accu-cut has that little rubber chip strip on it as well.
@gregebel3842
5 жыл бұрын
I like this. I made a circular saw guide but didn't have the dovetail so you have to keep it tight to the guide. I think I might have to switch to this.
@helmuttdvm
4 жыл бұрын
Nice project. Perhaps attaching a 1x2 strip on the far side would help stiffen up the guide (but would require C clamps to properly attach to your workpiece.
@lovinyurgranny
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have been watching every DYI track saw vid I can find and this one is definitely gonna be the one I use to make my own! Thank you!
@dananderson3183
3 жыл бұрын
Built your last version and absolutely love it. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise. By the way found a nearly new skilsaw to dedicate to the track foe a mere 25 dollars
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. You made my day.
@TheMadJester159
4 жыл бұрын
These are great for rough cutting sheet goods to more manageable sizes for the tablesaw but will never be as accurate as a track saw. Plus dust collection is a must!
@tonyfremont
4 жыл бұрын
I don't understand, it is a track saw, isn't it?
@plunder1956
5 жыл бұрын
Ryobi now do a rather nice Brushless circular saw. It could be worth a look as a bare tool upgrade. For info: I use a 1400W Bosch Track-Saw system with 2x 1.6m tracks. I've been quite happy with it.
@levismadore556
4 жыл бұрын
Actually, it’s a good design and inexpensive to build. The flexing disadvantage with 1/4’’ MDF can be quickly fixed, not with a new build but a different cutting surface. I made a dedicated cutting surface for sheet stock using 2 old 1/4’’ plywood (4´ x 4’) on which I glued a 1’’ hard foam sheet. A small under frame was sufficient to stiffen the now available two surfaces which I attached together with hinges. When I have full sheet stock to cut, I unfold the 4’ x 4’ surfaces onto my workhorses and away I cut. The flexing is addressed and the protruding blade touches the foam surface if I choose to set the blade a few millimeters deeper than the thickness of the sheet stock. Love your ingenuity and its economics. Levis
@macleanclassics
5 жыл бұрын
Neat project.... I'm sure many will love ! An 8 foot level with 2 quick clamps works great too... then your saw isn't screwed to a base so it can be used elsewhere without effort.
@davearonow65
5 жыл бұрын
This is exactly how I do it. There is no easier method.
@stephenmerritt5750
5 жыл бұрын
I would use a good 1/2" plywood for the entire build. That would make the track more durable. At least then it won't snap in half if it fell off the bench or get beat up going to the jobsite. Also, I would use a dovetail only on one side and leave the other edge square. That way it helps against kickbacks but the saw could be removed easily mid track.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
The half dovetail idea is brilliant! I'm definitely going to try that when I build another one. The thing about the flexibility: The more I use it, the less the flex bothers me. Also, the first version I built some time ago, is still going strong, with no signs of wearing out. Granted, plywood would probably stand up to abuse better, but I love the perfect consistancy of the MDF. No flaws, grain issues, sanding, etc. Just a coat of shellac and some paste wax and it's like glass. Thank you so much for the half dovetail idea!
@adamshandyhands2346
5 жыл бұрын
The thicker the wood used will ultimately determin how deep you can cut and thereforeimit the thickness of timber that can be cut.
@speedgonzalez489
5 жыл бұрын
Ok so make a video showing us how much better yours would be!!!
@JosephQPublic
4 жыл бұрын
Johny Quest - relax, my guy.
@kevindavis1219
5 жыл бұрын
Very nice design. I have been wanting to make one and looks like I found the right design. Great video.
@stumask
5 жыл бұрын
nice video, built the same sort of rail my self a few years back but I decided to use aluminium strips 40mm x 5mm thickness screwed down this acts as a rib to a sheet of 5mm ply so it made the whole bed narrower it made the whole thing lighter and easier to move around.
@metalmick
5 жыл бұрын
No idea why I watched this. Never do any woodworking, but interesting none the less. Thanks.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
Well I'm glad you did! No telling what fate has in store. But since you have the word "metal" in your username, I will assume you are the connoisseur of fine music. I am as well, and try my hand at it from time to time. Could I encourage you to go to my channel page, look way back in the archive, and watch some of my music videos? I'm a prog guy, so sometimes there's metal with southern rock, metal with classical, metal with jazz, etc. The common theme is metal. I'm currently working on a collaboration with a couple of other woodworking KZitemrs that enjoy the harder stuff. I haven't got their submissions yet, but here's a link to what I've recorded so far. kzitem.info/news/bejne/w6p8mZ6ubKB2g6A
@metalmick
5 жыл бұрын
@@FranklinWoodWorks2016 3 reasons really for the "metal" in the name. 1 ex sheetmetal worker 2 Yes i do listen to and play rather badly heavy rock guitar. 3 When i was a kid, well teen really, there was a programme on brit' tv called Metal Micky. Strangely enough directed by Micky Dolenze of the Monkees. So there you go!
@herosliveforever3134
4 жыл бұрын
I have that track from harbor freight. It works freakin awesome. You just have to measure off your line you want to cut an inch. Works great.
@GRAYnomad
4 жыл бұрын
Rather than using a thicker base and losing cut depth, maybe add a steel "spine" to the base. A length of 1x1 RHS or something, and add a handle or two to that as well.
@b.reasonable6900
3 жыл бұрын
Nice design and build. Looked like maybe 90 minutes or so to build. Thanks for the video.
@rusty_junk
4 жыл бұрын
Simple and cheap. How it should be. Using 3/4" MDF on the non cut side Dove tail guide might add some stiffness. Adds a little more complexity to the build but I might give it a try.
@TKevinBlanc
4 жыл бұрын
Might this keeping you from lowering the saw to it's deepest position? The saw motor might hit the 3/4" guide? (This happens to me often when I use a speed square to guide a cut.)
@mriguy3202
5 жыл бұрын
you have some good ideas. I was thinking of making something like this, but using a cutting board made of HDPE as the saw base. I have spare circular saws, so I can keep the HDPE base permanently attached to the saw used on the track saw. I need to cut some siding on my garage next spring, and it will be really hard to get my table saw up on the wall, so a track saw will be useful.
@Omarateastwind
5 жыл бұрын
Great project/video plus no music = insta-sub!
@luchvk
3 жыл бұрын
Nice build! I actually have a suggestion if you haven't improved this design already. You could try fastening long angled aluminum rods to the top of the MDF. Not huge pieces, as far as width and height, but something to make it stiffer. Also, I think a fire extinguisher would be a good addition to your shop since you use an angle grinder in it. It would be good to have in case any saw dust catches on fire; or just in general.
@garygooch8638
4 жыл бұрын
I really like the dovetail design as it secures the saw, my only concern would be if the dust build-up inside that part of your track would prevent the saw from gliding easily without frequently cleaning it out. I would appreciate a reply after some use.
@johnurban7333
4 жыл бұрын
Now I know what Billy Bob Thornton does between movies, great voiceover
@terrygaffee1353
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers for this video. Will build mine this weekend 👍
@Ihaveaboyfriend
4 жыл бұрын
Am I the only one who thinks he sounds like Billy Bob Thornton? Awesome build Billy Bob 😊
@jacobwilson3316
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome concept, done that for years, minus the dovetail, what I like about the actual track saws is that you can do a plunge cut mid track, I’ve tried that with this concept but always hit the edge of wood track messing it up, I have yet to personally own a track saw though the company I work for has 5, so I’ll borrow theirs and save the money
@Moe7133
5 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done but I have a suggestion for the wobble. You have room on the left side of the track. You could add some small ribs to strengthen it with left over plywood. Just make sure the grain is perpendicular to the surface. Now to take it a notch more so that it doesn't move, you can glue some Neoprene Rubber Sheets to the under side so you don't even have to clamp. :)
@maxfedor1
5 жыл бұрын
Nice idea, understand with side winders(circular saws) wanting to wander even off a str8 edge, that’s why I mainly use ol 77 skil worm drive saw, they don’t wander off a str8 due to any worm drive design compared to side windees
@errcoche
4 жыл бұрын
Nice low key clear explanation and nice idea with the dovetails.
@greatitbroke
4 жыл бұрын
Thats a great idea I am going to build one on a 1/2" base like you were suggesting. Thanks. Great video.
@jerishull1860
3 жыл бұрын
the "dove taled" track is fabulous. Great video!
@timoja2538
5 жыл бұрын
Your saw cuts also aluminium. So you could make a metal version pretty much following the same process.
@joeygonzo
3 жыл бұрын
or buy excess aluminum extrusions
@callagan21
3 жыл бұрын
of all videos i saw, this is the better and simple idea! thanks man!!!
@gregghernandez2714
4 жыл бұрын
Really a great design. Hey I know how you can fix the rigidity issue: Just add an extra 1/4 inch MDF sheet (a little oversized) to the backside with plenty of glue and weights. After the glue is dried just cut it to the proper length on your table saw. You might lose a tiny bit of cutting depth but probably not a whole lot. Thanks for this excellent idea.
@puddytat62
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly put right... no need to spend $1000 just to cut a straight line. If you're a cabinet maker maybe but the guys I know who do that have one of those monster sized wall saws you find at the Depot. Good video
@oqsy
5 жыл бұрын
This is brilliant. I love the dovetail + paste wax idea. My circ saw just got a new lease on life!
@maca5645
4 жыл бұрын
Perfect,just what i needed!. Might modify it ...keep every piece at 90* instead of beveling and add an overlapping piece of mdf over the non-cutting side rail gude.This should add some rigidity and stability. On the cutting rail maybe a slightly overlapping alu flat profile would lock things down without loosing cutting depth...alu spacers would be needed for the sliding mdf too....just thinking loud :) Thx!
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
4 жыл бұрын
My first version of this jig did not have the dovetail. It worked great. But a commenter asked if there was a way to lock the saw in place, and the dovetail was born. I personally like the dovetail, but it by no means is necessary.
@maca5645
4 жыл бұрын
@@FranklinWoodWorks2016 By all means ,your dovetail is a much better design. But i am not sure i can make an accurate dovetail so maybe a cruder overlapping rail will work. Kind of... :)
@jimtownsend7899
4 жыл бұрын
Might I suggest having a circular saw dedicated just for this jig? They're not that expensive, and it would save having to worry about the baseplate.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
4 жыл бұрын
I actually do. I addressed its removal in the video because many will not dedicate a saw to the jig
@CynicalKilljoy
5 жыл бұрын
Great video! you should look into audio books being the reader for old westerns. I was completely relaxed and confident after hearing your voice and watching this video lol.
@gee3883
4 жыл бұрын
Great idea and design. How about fixing countersunk bolts from underneath the baseplate with wing nuts screwed on from above to hold the saw down. Just a thought .
@sxstrngslm
5 жыл бұрын
I found this video in my suggested feed and I’m glad I clicked on it. Nice, easy design if you happen to have a table saw which I do not. I can get around that because I have friends who have table saws. My problem is, my circular saw has a slightly warped shoe/sole and I haven’t found really any information on trueing it up. Any suggestions would be immensely appreciated.
@golfmike304
5 жыл бұрын
great video. I bought the Kreg version and true the 48 inch length is a draw back. I like your simple yet affective design.
@RonSnayberger
4 жыл бұрын
If I’m not mistaken you can get a bigger track for the kreg to cut the length of an 8 foot piece of plywood. It is still over priced as are the others. Would plywood be a better choice over the mdf. More strength and wouldn’t flex or bend like the mdf.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
4 жыл бұрын
Plywood definitely has some advantages over MDF. I used MDF because that's what I had on hand. But keep in mind that if you use plywood, you'll have some sanding to do, especially on the endgrain. Endgrain to endgrain will be challenging to get smooth enough to compete with the MDF.
@OpenCourse556
5 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the build and think it is ingenious. I have a question, before I build my own... To add rigidity to the guide would adding an additional piece of MDF to the opposit side of the cutting edge be a simple fix? Of course offsetting the added piece to not impact the dove tail.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
I think the perfect solution to the rigidity problem is to make a hybrid of the 2.0 version and my original design. Either use 1/2" for main body of the jig, or use 1/2" for the rails. Depending on the design of you saw, you may be able to use 1/4" for the base plate on the saw, even with 1/2" rails. But for me personally, I'd go with 1/2" for the main body of the jig. Let me know what you decide, and how well it works.
@DailyWeekend
5 жыл бұрын
What we do in my shop is instead of trying to make a track, we just have "guides." Basically we take a piece of 1/4" material 10" - 12" wide (this doesn't really matter just needs to be wide enough to cut through later) and attach a piece of 1/2" or 3/4" ply that's about 5" wide to one edge. Once that's together, run the shoe of the circ saw against the edge of the ply, cutting through the 1/4" material. Bam, 15 - 20ish minutes later you have yourself a straight edge for your saw. The thickness of the ply used doesn't matter a whole lot but it could potentially not allow you to cut as deep as you'd like depending on the saw you have.
@jaydee5091
4 жыл бұрын
The reason why you spend more money on the expensive tools is if you're trying to match up a book match slab. I've done it the inexpensive way, And It's great for a basic straight line but when I use the festol or DE Walt track saw, It's always a perfect match
@ThaiPham-rq5ko
5 жыл бұрын
My first DIY track saw was 5mm thick 5051 aluminum panel. They cut by hydraulic press. Then I straightened with sander and a long steel ruler. I bought table saw by the saving money from diy projects. However, track saw is still useful whether you have table saw or not. This video was make for new diy wood workings.
@firmansyah-rd9hu
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Simple and easy! Thanks a lot for sharing it. 👍👍👍👍
@rice0009
4 жыл бұрын
How about using a length of aluminum angle along the right edge to stiffen the guide? Epoxy it down to the guide, or recess it in a bit?
@amsivertson
4 жыл бұрын
Still so much more complex than it needs to be. See what Tom Silva does on This Old House. It’s far easier, and is the way carpenters and jobsite contractors have been doing it for decades.
@awlthatwoodcrafts8911
5 жыл бұрын
When you decided to go to 1/4" MDF for everything, my first thought was it will be too flexible and why not use at least 1/2" for the base. The dovetail design of the track is the best part. Where simplicity meets maximum effectiveness.
@FranklinWoodWorks2016
5 жыл бұрын
You are correct. When I build my next one, the base will definitely be 1/2".
@guyh.4553
4 жыл бұрын
Like this. Nice video. When you said that your track was too thick, I immediately thought of using 1/4" material. What about using hardboard? MDF is great stuff but it can get so heavy! Thanks for the ideas & "Saw On!" Ha ha ha
@douglasrasmussen480
3 жыл бұрын
For the tool-o-phile with an infinite budget and infinite space purchasing a track saw is an attractive instant gratification option. HOWEVER, for me and most of the people I know, infinite, is an unfamiliar terminology. Not only is this track saw jig version as accurate and easy to use as the high priced commercial ones, it also is one more project that is enjoyable and worthy of pride to have in the shop. If you are so inclined, you can tell the wife you bought an expensive track saw and then use the remaining savings to buy other "essential" tools.
@makeverse584
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this super useful idea! Will try to make my own!
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