Fun spacesaving shop project for those with (or planning to acquire) a Ridgid R4512 table saw and Bosch RA1181 router table. I'll show you how to plan and mount the router table top into the extension wing of the table saw. Overall, I'm extremely happy with the final result and encourage anyone with compatible parts to try it out. With proper planning and the right tools, the build should be less than an hour.
The video is fairly long as I wanted to document and share both my planning and build process the video quality improves after the introduction, I promise. Below, I have details on the hardware used as well as quick links to specific sections of the video. Enjoy and happy building!
HARDWARE USED:
8x 1.25" 5/16 hex bolts
8x 5/16 hex nuts
4x 3/64" (approximate thickness) 5/16 washers 1/32" thick would have been just as good, but 1/16" thick would be too large
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction
0:47 Preparing the router table
3:25 Measuring for fit
4:50 Preparing the table saw
6:20 Test fit of router table top
8:15 Hardware decisions
10:10 Back from the hardware store
11:45 Fitting the router table top
16:23 Planning and prep for drilling
21:11 Lots of drilling
25:20 Installing hardware and mounting top
27:10 Somewhat leveling the top
29:50 Testing the fence and strength
30:22 Installing accessories (including power switch)
32:54 Final look
Please note that this video is not sponsored by any of the brands in the video and all products have been purchased with my own money.
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