bluedreamz 15 Posted April 6, 2020 So I’m getting pretty sick of free handing all my boxes, jigsawing and using screws, my question is what size table saw does a guy need to do basic boxes; like max 24” cuts. Also, what kind of nailer and gauge nails do I use to replace screws? bonus tip* routers? Which one is a good buy to do cutouts and round overs? Thanks ALOT! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 148 Posted April 6, 2020 The thing with table saws, unless you get on with a big table or build a big table, it is quite unwieldy to get a sheet of wood onto one to cut. I find having a flat surface (ie garage floor) to place some 2x4's on then placing the sheet of wood on those and using a circular saw with a fence guide much easier than lifting huge sheets onto a table saw. With routers, any quality reputable brand will do really. And get a circle jig to attach it to for making perfect circles. Remember it's the glue that holds the box together. Use of good wood glue is key, and having proper coverage. I just use an 18 gauge Brad nailer to quickly tag the sides in place along with using clamps until the glue has dried. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tirefryr 1,742 Posted April 7, 2020 WERD! S good straight edge and a circular saw with a good blade has served me well for 30 years. I had a $1500 table saw for years, but it actually took longer just to get everything set up. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluedreamz 15 Posted April 7, 2020 Thanks guys, does harbor freight have a straight edge and clamps I can buy? I have a yard stick but I don’t think that’s what you mean haha - 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcarter1885 995 Posted April 7, 2020 Harbor freight has clamps but make sure not to overclamp as they can't handle it from my experience. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aaron Clinton 2,372 Posted April 8, 2020 Love that sub!! 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
///M5 2,833 Posted April 8, 2020 This is a cheap guide. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Genesis-2-in-Aluminum-Rip-Cutting-Track-System-3-Piece-GAPCS203/206137367?mtc=Shopping-B-F_D25T-G-D25T-25_9_PORTABLE_POWER-Multi-NA-Feed-PLA-NA-NA-PortablePower_PLA&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D25T-G-D25T-25_9_PORTABLE_POWER-Multi-NA-Feed-PLA-NA-NA-PortablePower_PLA-71700000034127218-58700003933021540-92700051577220114&gclid=CjwKCAjw7LX0BRBiEiwA__gNw9p3DOOVRP2CCbd_L5yVgp6XSWIo_MMbzCAQuN8x01NKvcOcGmC_GBoCA6AQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds And a much easier to use type: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Kreg-48-in-Accu-Cut-Aluminum-Circular-Saw-Track-KMA2700/302781729?MERCH=REC-_-pipsem-_-206137367-_-302781729-_-N The difference is the kreg takes the need to measure away. There are others too. I spent no time looking, but I have something similar to the Kreg I use for ripping things that are 8' if I don't feel like spending the 20min to pull my cabinet saw out of the corner of the garage. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
///M5 2,833 Posted April 8, 2020 1 hour ago, Aaron Clinton said: Love that sub!! Me too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites